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source: Freepik We all know menopause is inevitable.   Skin changes are one of the side effects of it. The drop of estrogen during menopause causes dry skin and acne.   I started protecting my skin at 35, so I felt I had prepped my skin for menopause. Of course I thank my parents for good genes.   Last month, I started experiencing dry and flaky skin: around my mouth and the lower part of my cheeks.  Since I just started using a new product (that time)  sun block and makeup primer in one, I thought it was the cause of the dryness.  So I decided to stop using it, but my face remained dry and flaky (even though I still use my favorite skincare). I was planning to visit my dermatologist, but I thought of trying Clinique moisturizer again (if it does not work - it's derma time). I stopped using it - let's admit it's a bit pricey I have no choice because I know it's one of the best moisturizers in the market. Instead of using my usual facial wash, I tried Cetaphil cleanser.

A shiny and shimmering statement piece is coming this Spring and Summer of 2024.  A soft launch of metallic bags was seen on the last part of 2023.  So expect more : Metallic Silver, Gold and Rosy Golds ... I'm excited. Preppy outfit + Metallic bag --- I love it!♥ Here are some of Metallic bags from high end luxury to budget friendly.  My fashion mantra is always - Style or Fashion need not be expensive... You can innovate or make an extra effort to search for affordable fashion finds. source: Chanel This Mini flap bag with star coin purse is one of my favorites, well as we all know Chanel doesn't come cheap.  This comes in two variants - Light Gold and  Light Purple.  Dimension : 7.8 x 5.85 x 2.54  inches.  There is also a slightly smaller version of this mini flap that measures 7.4 x 4.9 x 2 inches comes in 3 colors: Metal Pink, Metal Purple and Light Gold. This is the larger version of the Chanel mini flap that only comes in Metallic Silver and measures 9.36 x 6.04 x 2.93 in

source: Amazon.com As they say, good health starts with a healthy gut.  If you have an unhealthy gut you normally experience the following: upset stomach (bloating, gas, constipation), fatigue, skin conditions, bloating, and some autoimmune conditions.  Probiotics help improve these things.  Few years ago, I started  suffering from  Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) which is also known as Acid Reflux.  I have experienced this more often especially when I reached menopause.  Even though I tried to stay away with foods that trigger it.  Bottom line: Digestive problems is really one of the side effects of perimenopause and menopause.   Last week I started taking Goli Pre+Post+Probiotics.  It's the first 3-in-1 gummies that combines : Prebiotics - "a non-digestive food ingredient that beneficially affects the host by selectively stimulating the growth of one or a limited number of bacteria in the colon and thus provides host health." - according to National Institute of