The Truth About “Mum Skin” — Why Motherhood Changes Your Skin (And How to Get Your Glow Back)

Becoming a mum transforms every part of your life — your routines, your energy, your body… and yes, your skin.
If you’ve noticed your skin feeling drier, more sensitive, or just not the same after pregnancy or during motherhood, you’re not imagining it.

Let's explore these changes and your new “Mum Skin.”

“Mum Skin” refers to the visible and textural changes women experience during pregnancy, postpartum, breastfeeding and the early years of motherhood.
These changes are caused by natural hormonal shifts, stress, sleep disruption and nutrient depletion all of which directly affect the skin barrier.

Common disruptions to the skin when becoming a Mum include:

Dry, tight or flaky skin

Redness and sensitivity

Dull or uneven tone

Sudden irritation from products you used to love

“Tired” or stressed-looking skin

The Reasons Motherhood Changes Your Skin

1. Estrogen Dips → Dryness + Loss of Plumpness

Estrogen helps the skin stay hydrated, elastic and youthful. During postpartum and breastfeeding, estrogen levels drop sharply, leading to dryness, flakiness and an overall lack of glow.

2. Hormonal Shifts → Sensitivity and Breakouts

Progesterone, estrogen and prolactin fluctuations can cause unpredictable skin reactions, from increased sensitivity to congestion or breakouts.

3. Cortisol Overload → Tired, Inflamed Skin

Motherhood is beautiful and demanding at the same time. High stress and elevated cortisol make the skin look tired, dull and red while weakening its barrier.

4. Lack of Sleep → Dullness + Slower Repair

Your skin regenerates at night.  When you're a parent, a full nights sleep is a rare luxury!  Broken sleep interferes with this repair cycle, leading to fatigued, lacklustre skin.

5. Weakened Skin Barrier → Irritation From Everything

When the skin barrier is compromised, everyday products can sting or burn.
This is why many mums suddenly react to products they used for years and can become especially sensitive to products containing retinols.

What Does Your Skin Actually Need During Motherhood?

Forget complicated routines or harsh actives that promise results but leave your skin feeling stripped.

Mum skin needs simplicity, nourishment and barrier repair, specifically through:

✓ Nutrient-dense natural moisturisers

Ingredients rich in vitamins A, D, E & K and fatty acids that mimic your skin’s natural oils help restore hydration and strengthen elasticity.

✓ Anti-inflammatory support

To calm redness, reduce irritation and soothe stressed, overworked skin.

✓ Biocompatible skincare

Products the skin recognises and absorbs easily without synthetic fragrances or harsh chemicals that can disrupt hormones.

✓ A “less is more” approach

A simple routine is easier to maintain (especially for busy mums) and is far kinder to the skin barrier long-term.

💛 Why Natural Tallow Is a Game-Changer for Mum Skin

Tallow has become a hero ingredient for mums because it is rich in the exact nutrients postpartum skin needs most:

✓ Vitamins A, D, E and K for repair and renewal

✓ Essential fatty acids that match the skin’s natural structure

✓ Anti-inflammatory compounds that calm irritation

✓ Deep hydration without clogging pores

✓ Unlike retinol or actives that can irritate sensitive skin, tallow works with your skin — not against it.

This makes it ideal for:
Dry or flaky skin
Redness and irritation
Hormonal skin fluctuations
Tired, stressed or dull complexions
Sensitive or reactive skin

Glow Ritual: Designed for Real Women, Real Skin and Real Lives

Glow Ritual Whipped Tallow is crafted for mums who need effective, nourishing skincare that fits into a busy life.

Formulated with:
✨ Grass-fed beef tallow
✨ Niacinamide for barrier repair
✨ Squalane for elasticity + smoothness
✨ Olive oil for hydration
✨ Vitamin E for antioxidant support

It delivers deep moisture, reduces irritation, repairs the barrier and restores your natural glow without chemicals, fragrances or hormone-disrupting ingredients.

Perfect for the mum who wants simple, safe and transformational skincare in one jar.

👉 Shop Glow Ritual Whipped Tallow

Your Skin Isn’t Failing — It’s Adapting

Motherhood is demanding, and your skin reflects what your body is going through.
With the right support, nourishment, rest, and skin-friendly ingredients your glow naturally returns.

Mum skin is normal.
Mum skin is common.
And with the right routine… mum skin is absolutely reversible.