THIS IS WHAT 52 LOOKS LIKE

Laura Davey lives in Somerset. She works at a beauty clinic and has a son, 12, and a daughter, 16.

MENOPAUSE SOS

I HIT the menopause in my late 40s. It was challenging. I struggled with sleeplessness, hot flushes and anxiety. Now I take 5-HTP supplements — 5-Hydroxytryptophan is produced from the seeds of an African plant, Griffonia

simplicifolia. I have one before bed, every day (£17.60 for 60 capsules,

cytoplan.co.uk). They boost your serotonin levels to ease insomnia, depression and anxiety. Plus, last year, my doctor put me on HRT. I feel like it has turned back the clock. I’m sleeping so much better and feel happier.

TRY MICROBLADING

I’M PART Greek, so I’ve always had full brows, but I overplucked them in my 20s. So now I do microblading (£180,

dermastudios.com), a semi-permanent tattoo treatment, which is tailored to suit your face shape. I have to get a topup every six months, but I get the most compliments for my brows. It also saves time, as I don’t have to draw them on.

BOTOX BEAUTY COMBO

I’VE been having Botox, twice a year, since I was 49 (£150, marrelle.com). It helps to smooth my frown lines, so I don’t look too serious. It’s been a huge confidence boost. I combine it with a microneedling and mesotherapy treatment every three months (£120). Tiny holes are made in the skin to stimulate collagen production for a natural glow. It also helps to reduce the appearance of pores and pigmentation.

COSMECEUTICAL SKINCARE

A FEW years ago, I switched to Sesderma skincare, a dermatological product range, which uses nanotechnology to help ingredients penetrate deeper into the skin. I love the Reti Age Facial Cream (£46.60,

sesderma.co.uk), which uses retinol. My skin looks brighter and tighter.

SELF-CARE PACKAGES

EVERY month, I get a Birch Box in the post. It’s a beauty subscription service, which sends amazing samples (£10 per month, birchbox.co.uk). I think it’s important to treat yourself regularly, as part of a self-care regime. Plus, I get to try so many products.