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Dry Skin and Itchy Ears in Menopause: What’s Happening to Your Skin?
29 September 2026
Dry skin and itchy ears in midlife women can show up during the menopause transition. On this episode of unPAUSED, I ask dermatologist Dr. Erica Kelly why skin can feel so dry as estrogen declines. She explains how changes in ceramides can weaken the skin’s moisture barrier, while changes in hyaluronic acid can affect how much water the skin holds. And yes, we talk specifically about itchy ear canals. ✨Listen to the full unPAUSED episode here: --- Order Dr. Haver’s new book, The New Perimenopause today: Is Dr. Haver going to be in your area? Check out h… Video by YouTube channel.