Pause and Effect Menopause Duo Kit

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2026 Good Housekeeping Beauty Award Winner for Best Hydrating Serum: Iconic Hyaluronic

“Quenches parched skin and gives it a glow using a long list of heavy-hitting hydrators” - April Franzino, Good Housekeeping Beauty Lab Director 

Elasticity gone? Skin feeling dry + tight? When estrogen levels decline, your skin can suddenly change. Break the dry spell and redesign your skin’s future with solutions designed for skin in perimenopause, menopause and beyond: NEW iconic hyaluronic and peptide architect.

Features

• Includes 1x full-size iconic hyaluronic, 1x full-size peptide architect
• For dry, combination, oily, sensitive skin
• For dehydration, dull skin, lines + wrinkles, loss of firmness, sensitivity + redness
• 1 oz product weight (peptide architect)
• 1 oz product weight (iconic hyaluronic)
• Gluten-free/vegan
• Made in USA

How to Use

• After cleansing and toning, apply a small amount of peptide architect to face and neck
• Follow with a small amount of iconic hyaluronic.
• Use sparingly.
• Allow skin to fully absorb formulas, and then finish with a broad spectrum sunscreen in AM.
• Follow with additional nighttime moisturizer if needed at night

The Experience

• Feels Like: peptide architect: a lightweight nourishing treatment. iconic hyaluronic: a deeply hydrating treatment
• Smells Like: peptide architect: pure + clean. iconic hyaluronic: pure + clean

Clinical Studies + Proof

iconic hyaluronic:

• 97% hydration improvement in just 15 minutes
  after a single application via clinical Corneometer test vs baseline
  a corneometer is a scientific instrument used to objectively measure skin hydration, specifically the amount of moisture in the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of the skin). it works by measuring the electrical capacitance of the skin, which changes depending on the water content.
• 96% say skin feels instantly hydrated*
• 94% say skin no longer feels dry and tight**
• 92% say skin feels hydrated all day**
• 94% say skin feels smooth + nourished*
• 90% say skin feels soft*
• 88% say this serum is ideal for those in perimenopause and menopause*

*7-day results in a consumer perception study of 54 women aged 36-80 across all stages of hormonal change: perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause.; ** 28 day results of same study

peptide architect:

• 87% say skin looks firmer over time, more elastic, stronger + supported*
• 91% say skin feels nourished*
• 93% say skin texture feels smoother*
• 89% say it reduces the appearance of dry lines*
• 85% say their complexion looks more luminous and skin tone looks more vibrant*
• 91% say this serum is ideal for those in perimenopause and menopause*

*28-day results in a consumer perception study of 54 women aged 36-80 across all stages of hormonal change: perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause.

Responsibility developed + tested

• Responsibility developed + tested: dermatologist-tested and formulated with ingredients backed by established research, this formula undergoes rigorous quality and stability testing to ensure safety, consistency, and performance. We never test on animals.

Esthetician’s Note

• "Did your go-to skin care product just stop working? Did your glow ghost you? Welcome to menopause! As estrogen begins to decline in perimenopause, hydration drops, collagen breaks down, and the barrier weakens. That’s why formulas that worked for you at age 35 suddenly stop delivering. We created these solutions to match these exact biological shifts. Together, they address the key biomarkers of menopausal skin – so you can feel confident that your skin care is working with your biology, not against it.” – Beth Bialko, licensed esthetician and Bioelements Senior Director of Education

Key Ingredients

• Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex: A stable, water soluble derivative of Chlorophyll to add a green hue and capitalize on the green chemistry used in the peptide blend. (Peptide Architect)
• sr-Hydrozoan Polypeptide-1 at 1.857%: Bioidentical, vegan marine collagen peptide, improves skin firmness + elasticity, boosts hydration, and supports collagen. (Peptide Architect)
• Diheptyl Succinate (and) Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer: Natural and sustainable silicone replacement. (Iconic Hyaluronic, Peptide Architect)
• Ecosil Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables: Upcycled, natural plant-based alternative to silicones. It helps to soften, moisturize, and smooth skin while providing a protective film barrier. (Iconic Hyaluronic)
• Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract: Adaptogen extracted from Tulsi (also known as holy basil) to address sensitivity. (Iconic Hyaluronic, Peptide Architect)
• Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract: Adaptogen extracted from Evening Primrose to help improve hydration. (Iconic Hyaluronic, Peptide Architect)
• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract, Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract): A super hydrating blend of 100% natural oils and herbal extracts that contain a balance of useful fatty acids such as Omega-3 and high-content antioxidants to help support the skin barrier and reduce sensitivity. By strengthening the skin's protective barrier, it helps retain moisture and shield against environmental stressors. (Peptide Architect)
• Poria Cocos Polysaccharide, Gluconolactone at 3%: A blend that targets key dermal structures that are weakened due to natural hormonal fluctuations like menopause. Hydrates, firms and improves texture, while supporting collagen. (Iconic Hyaluronic)
• Sepitonic M3.0: A blend of minerals and electrolytes (copper, zinc and magnesium) and L-Aspartate (an amino acid) and gluconic acid (a PHA) to increase tissue oxygenation, smooth skin texture and to chrono-energize (chronological action at different key stages of the cellular energy production cycle) while protecting against oxidative stress and free radicals. (Iconic Hyaluronic, Peptide Architect)
• Hyaluronic Acid Blend: Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate (2), Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate at .25%*: A combination of 6 different kinds of hyaluronic acid that can build up and form a three-dimensional network and target different layers of the skin to both replenish and defend the skin's water reservoirs. It helps protect and build the skin barrier to help reduce sensitivity while providing deep moisturization and enhancing skin elasticity while reducing fine lines and wrinkles. (Iconic Hyaluronic)
• Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2 at 2%: Advanced Peptide Complex to address the acceleration of collagen loss during peri- and menopause. 30% of skin collagen is lost within the first five years of menopause, attributing to skin sagging, fine lines, and wrinkles. Features a high-tech biomimetic peptide designed specifically for those in peri- and menopause. Drawing from the current trend in cellular beauty. It’s obtained by a green chemistry-based synthesis, addressing skin aging at its core – the cellular level. It delays cell senescence and promotes cell longevity to bring skin cells back to a younger level. (Peptide Architect)
• Withania Somnifera Root Extract: Adaptogen extracted from Ashwagandha, an evergreen shrub, is traditionally used to reduce stress and soothe irritated skin. (Iconic Hyaluronic, Peptide Architect)

Full Ingredient List

iconic hyaluronic:

• Water (Aqua, Eau), Glycerin, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Diheptyl Succinate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Carbomer, Poria Cocos Polysaccharide, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phytic Acid, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Copper Gluconate, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Acacia Senegal Gum, Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract, Maltodextrin, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, Citric Acid
• Gluten free; vegan

peptide architect:

• Water, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Diheptyl Succinate, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil. sr-Hydrozoan Polypeptide-1, Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Phytic Acid, Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Copper Gluconate, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Dextran, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
• Gluten free; vegan