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MAINSTREAM SKINCARE DOESN’T UNDERSTAND MENOPAUSE – WE DO
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Formulated in New Zealand, the Vivéa® range instantly cools, calms and hydrates hormonally sensitive skin.
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Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to slow things down and start the morning with something thoughtful. Breakfast for Mum doesn’t have to be complicated, it just needs a little care and a dash of effort that says “I made this for you” without actually having to say it out loud. A classic option is pancakes topped with fresh berries, yoghurt, and a drizzle of maple syrup. If you think Mum would prefer something lighter, try smashed avocado on toast with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of feta, or even a poached egg on sourdough if you’re feeling slightly more ambitious than toast-and-go. For a warm, comforting choice, scrambled eggs with smoked salmon or sautéed mushrooms always feels a bit more special than the everyday, especially when served on real plates instead of whatever was closest in the cupboard.
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If you want to elevate it just a little further, think about balance and colour on the plate too – a bit of fruit on the side, maybe some roasted tomatoes, or even a small bowl of yoghurt and granola to round things out. It doesn’t need to look like a café spread, just something that feels considered rather than rushed. Don’t forget the small touches, a fresh cup of coffee made just how she likes it, her favourite tea brewed properly (not forgotten in the pot), or a glass of juice on the side. Even a simple breakfast tray with a handwritten note, a flower from the garden, or a slightly questionable homemade card can turn a regular morning into something memorable for Mum. Bonus points if you manage to deliver it without spilling anything on the way. And if breakfast in bed feels like too much logistical risk, a sunny table outside or a relaxed kitchen sit-down works just as well. It’s not about perfection, it’s about making Mum feel appreciated from the very first bite – ideally before she’s had a chance to ask anyone to tidy up the rest of the house.
For many women, menopause is not a gentle transition but a demanding chapter marked by dramatic hormonal changes, and their impact is often felt first in the skin. With up to 70 per cent of women experiencing concerns such as dryness, increased sensitivity, loss of firmness, and hot flushes, the beauty industry has historically underserved this audience.
ago, leaving her feeling unprepared and unsupported, which is why creating skincare tailored to this stage of life feels so personal.
Now, Vivéa® Skincare is stepping forward with a simple daily routine range that was created to address these multiple skin concerns women navigating peri-, mid-, and postmenopause encounter.
This is where Vivéa® comes in – offering women the option of a simple beauty routine that’s perfect and more suitable to their transformational journey they’re going through. Vivéa® was created to offer nourishing, soothing, cooling care when women need it most, and real results. Françoise’s wish is simply to help women feel supported, confident, and never alone.
Developed over three years of rigorous research, the Vivéa® collection blends advanced actives with bioactive New Zealand botanicals to deliver deep hydration, cooling relief, improved elasticity and barrier support – all while promoting emotional wellbeing through innovative mood-enhancing fragrances. Meet Françoise, the woman behind Vivéa®. Her own menopause journey began 18 years
Even post-menopause, she still experiences symptoms, and seeing her mother continue to have hot flushes into her 80s showed her how long this journey can be.
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