Turning 40…

[CherryBlossom321]

I’m going to be 40 this year. I’ve had a tough few years and feel run down, old, and un beautiful. There are new lines creeping onto my face, my hair is getting dryer, I don’t really like much of my wardrobe any more but not sure what I actually want to wear. So I’m looking for any recommendations for skin care, hair care and outfits to give myself a boost. I’m a size 16 and don’t like my middle. My skin in general isn’t too bad, just increasing signs of aging, the budget isn’t huge. I just want to feel good about myself again! Can anyone advise please?

This comfortably long thread might be of some use? Covers a lot of ground.

https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/style_and_beauty/4785983-thread-for-women-who-will-not-be-defeated-by-menopause-peri?reply=125468658

Thank you - it’s funny how that thread is based on (peri)menopause because I have every single symptom I’ve found listed but I didn’t mention it in my post, because people I’ve mentioned it to in “real life” have all said it’s not possible because I’m too young. I’ve cut out alcohol, been working out three times plus every week, overhauled my diet, and can’t lose weight and still feel shit! I honestly think that peri is to blame. I will have a good read, thanks!