Normalize Gen X Women's Body Changes During Menopause

Video · Short Film

About this work

A Gen X woman discusses the unexpected physical changes associated with menopause and hormone replacement therapy, and how sugaring has helped her feel more comfortable with her body. The video features close-ups of the speaker, visual demonstrations of sugaring, and a call to action. It highlights the emotional and physical aspects of aging and self-care.

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Can we normalize Gen X women looking down at their bodies one day and thinking what the hell happened? Because menopause and hormone replacement therapy had my body out here making executive decisions without my permission. Random hair: hands, feet, toes... Then I found sugaring. It changed everything for me! And the hair came back softer instead of feeling like I had to constantly fight the sandpaper every two days. But here's the real thing: When you're laying in awkward positions and feeling exposed... You better find somebody you trust. Somebody who makes you laugh, makes you comfortable, and doesn't make you feel weird about how your body is doing weird midlife things. Because I expected hot flashes. I expected hormones. I did not expect feeling like my body updated itself overnight and forgot to send me the notes. And sugaring didn't just remove hair, it gave me one less thing to fight. Your menopause journey does not need another battle. Click below. And give yourself one less thing to worry about.

Created by

Michelle (and Greg) Turchetta

Work with Michelle