“Menopause affects women physically and emotionally. It’s about working with your skin’s new rhythm, not against it.” – Françoise Krings, Founder of Vivéa.
Up to 70 percent of women report significant skin shifts during peri-, menopause and beyond. When your hormones change, your skin changes. You might be experiencing sudden dryness, reduced elasticity, sensitivities, or the intense heat of hot flushes. Vivéa was purpose-built to help both the physical needs of your skin and the sensory challenges of hormonal change, using microbiome-friendly prebiotics and deep hydrators like hydrolysed hyaluronic acid.
Meet Françoise the woman behind Vivéa. Françoise’s own menopause journey began 18 years ago, leaving her feeling unprepared and unsupported, which is why launching a skincare tailored to this stage of life feels so personal. 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.
This is where Vivéa comes in – offering women the option of a simple beauty routine that is perfect and more suitable to their transformational journey they are 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.
Behind Vivéa’s bespoke scents
Recognising fragrances can irritate hormonally sensitive skin, Vivéa developed discreet, low-allergen scent blends to support wellbeing without causing reactions:
- DreamScentz for relaxation and promoting restful sleep.
- VivaScentz to lift emotional well-being with every application.
- My Z-Biome to actively support the skin’s delicate microbiome and overall health.
Shop now: 6 Vivéa skincare products for navigating menopause
True relief comes from a routine that understands your skin. Vivéa’s complete New Zealand-made collection works in harmony to restore balance and harmony from head to toe.
Gentle Creamy Cleanser
$47 at Vivéa
Best for: A gentle, moisturising cleanse
With natural clay, shea butter (rich in Vitamins A, E, D and F), nourishment-rich oils, plant-based prebiotic (supports the skin’s natural microbiome), calendula extract (renowned for its healing properties), it cleanses without stripping, brightening your skin and revealing your natural glow, perfect for dissolving makeup and impurities every day.
Hydrating Cooling Mist Spray
$53 at Vivéa
Best for: An instant cool down
Cucumber hydrosol and cooling actives deliver instant relief from hot flushes and discomfort, restoring moisture and bringing balance in seconds. Perfect for staying cool, calm, and collected anytime, anywhere.
Hot Tip: Keep your cooling spray in the fridge for an extra icy boost.
Cooling Day Gel Cream
$69 at Vivéa
Best for: Protecting and cooling your skin
Refresh and hydrate with this lightweight gel-cream. Enriched with niacinamide, ceramides, and hydrolised hyaluronic acid, it brightens, firms, and calms flushed skin, keeping you cool, confident, and luminous all day. Your daily moment of self-care that feels good and looks amazing.
Hand & Body Cooling Gel
$79 at Vivéa
Best for: An all-day essential
Instant relief from hot flashes with a refreshingly cool, hydrating boost. Rich in hydrolised hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, natural oils, totarol, and kakadu plum oil, it leaves your skin feeling soft, revitalized, and protected, ideal for navigating menopause’s fiery moments.
Cooling Night Gel Cream
$73 at Vivéa
Best for: Reviving your skin overnight
This supportive sleep-time gel deeply hydrates, soothes sensitivity, and promotes overnight renewal. Packed with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, and totarol (a natural extract from New Zealand totara tree) to protect and restore your natural glow, the secret to waking up refreshed.
Natural Lubricant Balm
$58 at Vivéa
Best for: Alleviating vaginal dryness
Deep nourishment meets soothing comfort. Glycerine-free and waterless, this luxurious balm alleviates vaginal dryness and enhances intimacy. Enriched with shea butter, chamomile, calendula, aloe vera & nourishing oils, it replenishes moisture and promotes skin healing, providing comfort and care where you need it most.
Vivéa is more than just skincare. Its purpose is to support, nourish, and help women embrace this journey with confidence. Discover the Vivéa skincare range at www.viveaskincare.co.nz
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