Why I Dislike the Menopause – How M-Club is Helping Me Tackle All 48 Symptoms.
There’s no sugar-coating it: the menopause is tough. It’s more than just a life stage—it’s a seismic shift that can affect almost every part of your body and mind. And I, for one, dislike it immensely.
From itchy skin and anxiety to hair loss, weight gain and brain fog, the menopause crept into my life quietly at first—then suddenly took over like a loud, unwelcome guest. The worst part? I wasn’t prepared. Like many women, I didn’t realise there were 48 recognised symptoms, let alone understand how to manage them all. It felt overwhelming and incredibly isolating.
At a recent press event, I was introduced to M-Club and I finally felt like I had found a toolkit, a support system, and most importantly, a community that gets it. M-Club, created by the team behind The Body Doctor, offers a full range of health and wellness products tailored specifically for menopause and perimenopause. Their products are smart, affordable, and thoughtfully formulated with the realities of our daily lives in mind.
Here’s how I’ve been reclaiming control—one product (and one symptom!) at a time.
M-BODY: Supporting the Physical Effects of Menopause
Let’s start with the body—because it’s where so much of the change takes place. Hormonal shifts can lead to weight gain, dry eyes, brittle hair, thinning skin, and changes in temperature regulation. For me, that meant itchy skin, fatigue, and hair that just wouldn’t behave.
Thankfully, M-Club’s M-BODY range is packed with targeted solutions:
- M-Club Dry Eye Drops – Formulated with 0.3% sodium hyaluronate to soothe dry, irritated eyes caused by hormonal decline.
- M-Club Dry Eye Mask – A warming mask that provides natural moist heat to relieve dryness and discomfort.
- M-Club Eyelid Wipes – Gentle tea tree oil-based wipes that clean, soothe, and can double up as makeup removers.
- M-Club Instant Cooling Mist – A refreshing facial and body spray with Panthenol (Vitamin B5) to calm hot flushes and cool night sweats.
- M-Club Skin Purifying Mist – Calms menopausal skin with anti-inflammatory hypochlorous technology to help soothe flare-ups or irritation.
- M-Club Nurturing Shampoo – Strengthens and hydrates hair using antioxidant-rich KLEANSTANT, derived from upcycled coffee.
- M-Club High Shine Conditioner – Boosts shine by up to 300% using KAFFOIL, an award-winning coffee oil, to leave hair smooth and glossy.
- M-Club Skin, Hair & Nails Oral Supplement Spray – Delivers biotin (Vitamin B7) and nutrients to promote strong nails and healthy hair.
- M-Club Mood Harmony Pulse Point Roller – A calming blend of juniper and bergamot essential oils to help stabilise menopausal mood swings.
M-POWER: Tackling the Emotional Impact
The emotional toll of menopause hit me hard—sleepless nights, forgetfulness, and a kind of brain fog I can only describe as “floating through soup.” I knew I needed something to support my emotional well-being as much as my physical health.
The M-POWER range focuses on clarity, energy and calm:
- M-Club Calm Companion Pulse Point Roller Oil – Jasmine and sandalwood offer grounding and calm when things feel overwhelming.
- M-Club Well-Being & Relaxation Oral Supplement Spray – A powerful mix of B vitamins, magnesium, ashwagandha, passionflower and 5-HTP to help reduce fatigue, support mood and promote stress resilience.
- M-Club Uplifting Oral Supplement Spray – Peppermint-flavoured Vitamin B12 spray to boost energy and support psychological function.
- M-Club Hot and Cold Wrap – A flexible comfort aid for sore joints or cooling therapy during hot flushes.
- M-Club Cooling Eye Mask – A soothing, gentle mask for tired, puffy eyes—perfect for after a stressful day or restless night.
M-BED: Helping You Sleep Through the Night
If there’s one thing menopause really messed with, it’s my sleep. I found myself waking at 3am, tossing, turning, overheating—then dragging through the day with zero energy.
The M-BED collection is all about restoring peace and relaxation at bedtime:
- M-Club Restful Nights Pulse Point Roller Oil – Lavender and chamomile essential oils to help you unwind and sleep more deeply.
- M-Club Restful Sleep Oral Supplement Spray – A carefully crafted mix of magnesium, B vitamins, ashwagandha, valerian, passionflower, hops, lemon balm, 5-HTP and GABA to promote better, deeper sleep.
- M-Club Restful Nights Pillow Spray – A calming pillow mist with lavender and chamomile for a peaceful night’s rest.
- M-Club Replenishing Body Lotion – Hydrates and protects dry, sensitive skin overnight using antioxidant-rich KAFFOIL.
Why This All Matters
Dr Hilary Jones, one of M-Club’s advisors, said something that really stuck with me: “We do still have a long way to go in making sure women have the support they need to get through menopause comfortably.” And it’s true. But having access to the right tools—backed by science, created with care—and a supportive community really does make the difference.
Menopause doesn’t have to mean suffering in silence. With M-Club, I feel more prepared, more in control, and far more myself. And if you’re going through it too, just know you are not alone.
Poppy Watt