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Menopause is not asking women to become younger.
It is asking them to become more nourished, more embodied, and more at home in themselves.In this first piece of The Inner Universes series, we explore the skin through the lens of Ayurveda and modern physiology — as a sensory organ, an immune system, and a living boundary between self and world. From dryness and sensitivity to the deeper emotional and spiritual messages the skin may carry during perimenopause and menopause, this reflection invites a gentler, wiser way of caring for the ageing body.
Hip pain and joint stiffness are surprisingly common during perimenopause — yet they’re rarely talked about. As estrogen declines and progesterone fluctuates, the hips often become a place where hormonal changes, inflammation, and tissue dryness show up. From an Ayurvedic perspective, this stage of life is governed by Vata dosha, which explains why women may notice more instability, cracking, or dryness in their joints. The good news is that simple rituals — like daily oil massage, nourishing foods, and gentle movement — can bring relief and restore balance.
