It goes without saying how important skin health and care is for almost everyone, esp trans women. Everyone deserves healthy, beautiful skin that boosts their self-confidence. But for trans women, skin beauty is extra important and enhances their feminine appearance.

One of the most curious issues for trans women about the transition process is how their skin will be affected in this process. In this article, we will discuss general skin health for trans women who are transitioning or have completed their transition.

Hormone Therapy Phase in Transition for Trans Women

Trans women’s journey to achieve harmony between their bodies and gender identities involves the most sensitive stages. Hormone therapy is one of these stages. Hormone therapy is one of the most preferred treatments for some trans women in their transition journey. Through this treatment, trans women receive hormones that are compatible with their gender identity.

The transition story for each trans woman is unique and involves different experiences. While some individuals may experience skin problems during hormone therapy, others may not experience any side effects. However, in some individuals, this form of treatment has been shown to cause some temporary or treatable skin-related skin problems. Hormone changes can cause skin problems in every individual.
However, these temporary problems or changes can be managed with a good skin care routine during or after the transition period.

What is the connection between hormone therapy and skin?

The hormone therapy for trans women during their transition should be discussed in terms of the hormone estrogen. It is possible to mention some effects of estrogen hormone therapy on the skin during MTF transition.

Estrogen increases the moisture levels in the skin and gives elasticity to the skin. The decrease in testosterone hormone will reduce oil production and eliminate excessive oiliness or acne problems.
However, some people may experience skin sensitivity as estrogen levels increase. This sensitivity can negatively affect the use of skin-based care routines, treatments or skin products. There is also a decrease in oil levels due to a decrease in testosterone, which can lead to dry skin.

What kind of skin care routine should you follow during transition?

For someone who chooses hormone therapy during the transition period, side effects may occur on the skin. It is normal to see problems such as acne, pigmentation, dry skin and uneven texture. However, we do not think that there is no skin problem that cannot be solved with the right routine.

Making the transition can be a difficult, time-consuming and tiring process. Fighting the skin problems that arise at this point may seem exhausting. However, we can say that making the skin beautiful and healthy again will make you feel better. All you need here is patience, self-compassion and the right skin care routine. Here’s what a healthy skin expects from you:

• Take care to use the medicines and lotions recommended by your dermatologist for various skin problems, especially acne.
• If you have skin sensitivity, make sure that the ingredients of the care and make-up products you use are safe.
• Create a cleansing routine with products that are good for your skin and moisturize your skin.
• Remember that regular sleep heals and regenerates the skin.
• Pay attention to a healthy and balanced diet and do not neglect exercise.
• Control stress and learn to manage your anxiety.
• Focus on activities that make you happy and invest in yourself.
• Don’t forget to use your sunscreen. It is important to use a 50-50 broad spectrum sunscreen to protect your skin from the negative effects of UV rays.

Consistent and good skin care during the transition period will help support healthy skin throughout the hormonal changes.

Don’t Let Skin Problems Trigger Your Gender Dysphoria

In addition to beauty and physical health, our mental health is of vital importance to us. Many individuals in transition may experience gender dysphoria while struggling with various difficulties. Skin deterioration during hormone therapy can trigger this condition in people. Taking steps to restore the skin to health and solving skin problems will prevent the deepening of mental problems and reinforce self-confidence and self-worth. Being at peace with oneself and being a healthy individual rather than being perfect comes first.

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