Have you been feeling like a stranger in your own body? This may be perimenopause or menopause...
You're tired, moody, not sleeping, having hot flashes and night sweats, and where did this new belly fat come from? You know somethings not right- but you've been told your labs are normal? You may have been told that this is your new normal, been offered an antidepressant, or supplements like ashwaganda.
At Selenite Aesthetics, even when labs are within normal range, we're passionate about helping you understand what's happening in your body and helping you feel like yourself again.
What is perimenopause?
Perimenopause is the transitional phase before menopause when hormone levels—especially estrogen and progesterone—begin to fluctuate. This shift can cause symptoms like irregular periods, mood changes, poor sleep, brain fog, and weight gain. It typically begins in a woman's 30s or 40s and can last several years. Understanding and supporting your hormones during this time can help you feel balanced and in control.
What is menopause?
You have reached menopause when you have had 12 consecutive months without a period. This is harder to identify if you have had your uterus removed or an intrauterine device like Mirena.
What is BHRT and how can it help me?
Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) uses hormones that are molecularly identical to those your body naturally produces. Unlike synthetic options, BHRT is designed to restore balance more naturally and gently, helping ease symptoms like fatigue, mood swings, poor sleep, weight gain, brain fog, and low libido.
At Selenite Aesthetics, we create personalized BHRT plans based on your labs, symptoms, and goals—so you’re not just managing symptoms, but supporting your body as a whole. Whether you're in perimenopause, menopause, or simply feeling "off," BHRT may be a key part of getting back to feeling like yourself again.
What does hormone therapy at Selenite Aesthetics consist of?
Hormone health consultation
Comprehensive lab panel
In depth patient education
Hormonal or non hormonal treatment plans
Targeted supplements
Lifestyle changes
Routine follow up appointments
Signs indicating imbalanced female hormones may include:
Hot flashes
Night sweats
Mood swings
Poor sleep quality
Decreased libido
Fatigue
Weight gain or difficulty losing weight
Vaginal dryness
Sexual dysfunction
BHRT for men
Feeling exhausted, lacking motivation, or disinterested in life, including your sex life? These symptoms may be linked to lower-than-normal levels of testosterone, a vital hormone for men’s strength, muscle mass, energy, stamina, and overall zest for life.
Testosterone levels typically peak during adolescence or early adulthood and gradually decline after the age of 30. When these levels drop too low, you may notice signs of low testosterone.
Signs indicating low testosterone may include:
Low energy or fatigue
Memory or concentration problems
Weight gain or loss of muscle mass
Musle weakness
Decreased libido
Erectile dysfunction
Ejaculatory problems
Sleep disturbances
What to expect from your BHRT membership:
Before starting BHRT with Selenite Aesthetics, we will obtain comprehensive lab testing to accurately identify your hormone deficiency or deficiencies. Labs will be reviewed and a personalized treatment plan with be discussed. Patients should know that BHRT is an ongoing treatment, as there are currently no treatments that can encourage the body to permanently produce more hormones. Treatment with BHRT replenishes suboptimal hormone levels to provide symptom relief.
Patients should plan for routine in office or virtual follow up appointments, and re-evaluations of recommended labs.