Dr Colette Haydon oozes French charm and is wonderfully frank and easy to talk to. She gives real, raw insights into how menopause was for her and feels it is crucial to be honest with those who ask – especially when it comes to the question, “How long does it last?”

At 64, she still has symptoms from time to time so what does she do about it?

Colette gives a great explanation of how night sweats and disturbed sleep create anxieties and additional symptoms, she talks about the crucial role of therapy for her in dealing with these anxieties when she felt she couldn’t do so in her usual way and she shares The Secret of Beauty.

Having worked as a pharmacist and consultant for major brands in the cosmetics industry, she set up her own range of skincare in her late 50’s. Colette explains why your favourite moisturiser has stopped working for you and how to bring joy to your daily skincare routine, “It’s a moment with yourself. It’s just lovely.”

You can find Dr Colette Haydon on IG @lixirskin and on her website lixirskin.co.uk and her products are available at Sephora, John Lewis, Selfridges, Liberty, Harrods and many more.