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This New Skin Care Line Based on Your 28-Day Cycle Is the Answer to Your Period Prayers

A new skin care line that encourages you to embrace your hormones.

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Getting to Know Your Phases and Hormones Now that you're obsessing over the idea that there's a skin care line tailored to your hormones, why not take the time to become better acquainted with each of your hormonal phases and how you can help your skin along the way?

THE LUTHEAL PHASE

When: Typically 10 days before your period

What: During this phase, estrogen levels start to decrease while progesterone levels increase, leading to an increase in sebum production causing a higher likelihood of breakouts. To help prevent skin from breaking out, Zhao says to look for ingredients that have antiseptic power to calm inflammation, while preventing against excess build-up.

THE MENSTRUAL PHASE

When: During your period

What: During this phase, estrogen and progesterone levels fall and body temperature and blood circulation will be lower than usual. As a result, skin may appear dull and sebum production may decrease, leading to low moisture retention. To help brighten skin and lessen the appearance of dullness, Zhao recommends products that are high in Vitamin C and antioxidants.

THE FOLLICULAR PHASE

When: The first day of menstruation through ovulation.

What: During post-menstruation to the start of ovulation, skin is generally in its best condition. Zhao encourages using products that contain active ingredients during this time period.

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