Can NeoGen help with menopausal skin changes?

The short answer

NeoGen® may help improve some visible skin concerns that become more noticeable around menopause, such as fine lines and changes in texture or firmness. It is a skin-regeneration treatment, not a treatment for menopause itself.

It does not restore hormone levels, treat hot flushes or replace medical advice about HRT. Whether it is right for your skin depends on an individual assessment—not simply your age or menopause status.

Why does skin change during menopause?

As oestrogen levels decline, skin can become drier, thinner and less firm. Collagen—the protein that helps give skin its structure—also decreases. You might notice more pronounced lines, a change in facial contours, or products that no longer feel as comfortable as they once did.

These changes are not the same for everyone. Sun exposure, natural ageing and your skin’s existing condition also play a part. The American Academy of Dermatology’s menopause skincare guidance explains how hormonal changes can affect dryness, wrinkles and skin fragility.

Where NeoGen may fit

NeoGen uses nitrogen plasma to deliver controlled thermal energy to the skin. This creates a renewal response, with collagen remodelling forming part of the healing process. It is different from injectable skin boosters and from plasma-pen treatments.

For a suitable client, the aim may be to soften the appearance of fine lines and improve skin texture. Changes in firmness may also be discussed, but it is important to keep expectations realistic: this is not a surgical lift, and results vary.

NeoGen’s own guidance on skin support through menopause describes treatment for changes in firmness, lines, tone and texture, with intensity and recovery tailored to the individual. It also explains that NeoGen does not add volume like an injectable filler: its approach is to stimulate remodelling within the skin over time.

If dryness or irritation is your main concern, a gentle skincare routine may be the more appropriate starting point. A treatment that stimulates renewal is not automatically the answer for an already uncomfortable skin barrier.

What does the evidence actually show?

A small study by Bogle, Dover and Arndt, published in 2007, evaluated low-energy plasma skin regeneration for facial rejuvenation. It reported improvements in facial wrinkles and tissue changes consistent with new collagen formation.

However, this was research on plasma skin-regeneration technology, not a menopause-specific trial of today’s NeoGen treatment. It supports discussing potential skin-rejuvenation benefits; it does not prove that NeoGen reverses menopause-related collagen loss or works for every menopausal client.

NeoGen’s menopause page also reports clinical-trial improvements in skin density and cheek wrinkle depth. This is manufacturer-provided information; that page does not give enough study detail to assess whether those findings apply specifically to menopausal skin. Those headline figures should not be treated as an expected result for your treatment.

The evidence cited here concerns facial rejuvenation rather than treatment of menopause. No menopause-specific NeoGen trial is relied on for this article, and no particular result can be guaranteed.

Recovery is part of the decision

NeoGen should not be presented as a no-downtime treatment. Redness, swelling, dryness, a bronzed appearance and peeling can occur. Recovery depends on treatment settings, the area treated and your skin’s response.

Risks can include pigment changes, infection and scarring. Your consultation should cover your skin type, medical history, medicines, previous treatments and any conditions that could affect healing. Ask what recovery is expected for your specific plan before committing.

Results develop gradually as skin heals and remodels. The number of sessions, interval between them and likely outcome should be agreed individually—not promised in advance.

Support your skin between appointments

• Choose a gentle cleanser and a moisturiser that feels comfortable on your skin.
• Use broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher daily, alongside sensible sun protection.
• Introduce active ingredients carefully, especially if your skin has become sensitive.
• Follow your treatment-specific aftercare rather than restarting exfoliants or retinol too soon.

Emma can discuss a personalised home routine, including ALLSKIN | MED medical skincare where suitable. Persistent itching, rashes, new or changing skin lesions, or wider menopause symptoms should be discussed with your GP or an appropriate healthcare professional.