Skin problems during menopause aren’t only limited to dry skin. Women going through menopause can also experience an outbreak of acne around the lower parts of the face. Many people think that acne is a condition left in the past with puberty. This is no longer the case during menopause, due to the hormonal changes. Menopausal dry skin may exacerbate acne. Dry skin prevents cell membranes’ ‘lipid bilayer’ from blocking bacteria, causing skin cells to build up on the surface. This build-up of dead skin cells on the surface can also trap acne-causing bacteria on the skin. Dry skin associated with menopause can actually trigger acne flare-ups on the body and face.