Your New Menopause Survival Kit Has Arrived
Look, I'll be honest with you. When another hot flush hits at 2pm on a Wednesday, no amount of positive thinking is going to cool you down. When your legs are aching from another restless night, deep breathing isn't going to cut it. And when your skin feels like the Sahara Desert decided to set up camp on your body, well... you need actual solutions.
That's why I'm genuinely excited (and slightly relieved) to introduce three new products that have just landed on our website. These aren't miracle cures – let's keep it real – but they ARE the kind of practical, "why didn't I have this sooner?" solutions that make navigating menopause that bit more bearable.
The Cooling Crème-Gel That Gets It
The Solution Menopause Cooling Crème-Gel Body Moisturiser isn't just another moisturiser with fancy packaging. It's what happens when someone actually listens to what menopausal skin is crying out for.
You know that feeling when a hot flush passes and your skin feels like it's been through a tumble dryer? Hot, tight, uncomfortable, and desperately thirsty? This crème-gel was designed specifically for that moment. And every other moment when your skin decides it's had quite enough, thank you very much.
What Makes It Different?
First up, it's cooling. Properly cooling. The kind of instant relief that makes you go "ahhhh" out loud (don't worry, we all do it). But here's where it gets clever – it's not just about the immediate cool-down. This stuff actually works with your hormonal skin.
The secret weapon? The M:Pause Skin Complex. It sounds fancy because, well, it is:
Marine Pro Collagen – Because our skin loses collagen during menopause faster than we lose our car keys. This helps firm things up and keep that bounce in your skin.
Ceramides – Think of these as little moisture bodyguards. They lock hydration in so your skin doesn't feel parched an hour later.
Red Clover – Nature's way of supporting hormonal skin. It's like having a tiny cheerleader in your moisturiser, rooting for your skin to find its balance again.
And here's what I really appreciate: it's lightly fragranced. Not overpowering, not trying to smell like a florist's shop exploded, just... nice. The kind of scent that lifts your mood without announcing your presence three rooms away.
Oh, and it's 100% vegan, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable packaging. Because caring for ourselves shouldn't mean we stop caring about everything else.
Cool. Hydrate. Glow. That's not just marketing speak – it's actually what happens.
The Pocket Fan That's About to Become Your Best Friend
Right, let's talk about the Small Pocket Cooling Fan.
I know what you're thinking. "A fan? Really? That's the big solution?" But hear me out, because this isn't just any fan. This is the fan I wish I'd had during that disastrous presentation last month when my face decided to impersonate a beetroot.
Why This Fan is Different
13,000 RPM of pure cooling power. That's faster than your average desk fan and small enough to fit in your handbag without taking up residence like Mary Poppins' carpet bag.
But here's the genius bit: it's 3-in-1.
Need it handheld while you're having a personal tropical moment in the cereal aisle? Done.
Want it on your desk while you're working? It folds into a desk fan.
Need both hands free but still want that sweet, sweet breeze? Pop the lanyard around your neck. Yes, you might look like you're wearing the world's most practical necklace, but trust me, when that hot flush hits, dignity takes a back seat to comfort.
The Ice Cooler Function
And then there's the ice cooler feature. THERE'S AN ICE COOLER FEATURE. You can actually make it blow ice-cold air. It's like having a portable Arctic breeze in your pocket.
180° adjustable? Check. So you can angle it exactly where you need it most.
Rechargeable? Of course. Because the last thing you need during menopause is to be frantically searching for batteries at 3am.
Compact and lightweight? Absolutely. This isn't some clunky device that weighs down your bag. It's your discreet cooling companion for work, travel, shopping, or just existing on a particularly warm day.
The Leg Massager You Didn't Know You Needed
Now, let's address something we don't talk about enough: the legs.
Restless legs. Achy legs. Legs that feel like they've run a marathon when you've only walked to the kitchen. Legs that wake you up at night because they're cramping, or cold, or just generally annoyed at existing.
Enter the Leg-Calf Massager, and honestly, where has this been all my life?
More Than Just a Massage
This isn't one of those sad, vibrating things that barely do anything. This is a proper, "oh wow, that's actually working" kind of massager.
3 massage modes and 3 intensity levels – because some days you need gentle persuasion and other days you need your calves to be firmly told to calm down.
Heat function with 3 adjustable levels – warmth that actually penetrates and soothes. The kind that makes your legs go "thank you, we forgive you for everything."
How It Works
The massager uses circulating inflation and deflation. Basically, it squeezes your calves in that finger-pinch massage way that gets deep into the muscle. It's like having a massage therapist on call, except this one doesn't judge you for not drinking enough water.
And the heat? It boosts circulation, which is crucial when menopause decides your circulation needs "adjusting" (and by adjusting, I mean messing with entirely).
The Practical Bits
Type-C rechargeable – 1-2 hours of use per charge. That's several massage sessions before you need to plug it back in.
Cordless with independent controller – use it while you're working, watching TV, doing literally anything. You're not tied to a wall socket like it's 1995.
Adjustable up to 22.5 inches – fits most calf sizes with magic tape straps (fancy Velcro, but we're calling it magic tape because it sounds more impressive).
Who Needs This?
Honestly? Probably you. Especially if you:
- Exercise and end up with sore muscles
- Stand for long periods (hello, retail workers, teachers, nurses)
- Have stiff calf muscles
- Deal with poor circulation (very common in menopause)
- Get cold legs that won't warm up
- Just want to feel a bit more comfortable in your own body
Why These Three Products?
You might be wondering why we've chosen these specific items. It's simple, really. Because I'm going through menopause too, and these are the things that make my day-to-day life genuinely better.
The cooling crème-gel is in my bathroom, on my bedside table, and in my desk drawer at work. The fan lives in my handbag and has saved me from more awkward "is it hot in here or is it just me?" moments than I can count. And the leg massager? That's my evening ritual now, my little reward for making it through another day.
Real Solutions for Real Women
We're not trying to sell you a lifestyle. We're not promising you'll suddenly love menopause or find it empowering (though if you do, brilliant – you're stronger than I am).
What we ARE offering is relief. Comfort. The practical tools that help you feel more like yourself when your body seems determined to do its own thing.
Because menopause is hard enough without having to suffer through every symptom with nothing but grit and determination. Sometimes you need cooling relief. Sometimes you need a blast of cold air. Sometimes you need your legs to just... relax.
Ready to Add These to Your Survival Kit?
All three products are available now on our website at branchforward.co.uk.
You can grab them individually or get all three – consider it your official Menopause Survival Kit. No judgment if you add all three to your basket. I would. I did.
And if you're still on the fence, remember this: you deserve to feel comfortable in your own body. You deserve solutions that actually work. You deserve to cool down, soothe your skin, and relax those aching legs.
Menopause might not have come with a manual, but at least now you've got the right tools for the job.
Stay cool (literally),
Branch Forward 💜
P.S. – If you try any of these products, I'd genuinely love to hear about your experience. Drop me a comment or message. We're all in this together, and your feedback helps other women make informed choices. Plus, I'm nosy and want to know if the leg massager works as well for you as it does for me.
