Regina King credits Vaseline products with helping her through the menopause. The acclaimed actress has long been an advocate for proper skincare, particularly during hormonal transitions that affect women worldwide.
“The ‘If Beale Street Could Talk’ star, 54, has been working with the brand as an ambassador since 2020 because she’s a longtime fan and she believes Vaseline’s Radiant X collection was launched at the perfect time for her because her body was “changing” and her skin was “starting to get thinner”. Menopause typically affects women between their mid-40s and mid-50s, with skin thinning being a common symptom experienced by many women during this life stage.
She added to WWD: “[The] Firm and Restore [Body] Lotion and Replenishing Body Oil combination has been perfect for where my skin is right now in life and in this time of year.” This particular skincare combination contains ingredients specifically formulated to address the decrease in collagen production that commonly occurs during menopause.
Regina added her love for Vaseline sits alongside the sage advice she was given by her grandmother. She said: “The importance of taking care of your skin, moisturizing, hydrating from the inside out, that’s always been an important theme in my upbringing. It started from my grandmother. Intergenerational wisdom regarding skincare has proven particularly valuable, with family-passed techniques often aligning with dermatological recommendations.
“That is something that hasn’t changed. I guess I’ve been feeling lucky that’s always been a part of our upbringing.” Consistent skincare routines established early in life can reduce visible aging signs later in life, according to skincare experts.
“Vaseline is always with me. I’m always changing the formula that I’m using based on my environment. The climate and the humidity levels, mostly …” she added of the brand. Dermatologists confirm that adjusting skincare routines seasonally can improve skin barrier function compared to static regimens.
“Now in spring, I’ve moved to the Radiant X combo. I like to mix things. I’m very big on mixing the products to get more moisture. Product layering techniques have gained significant popularity in recent years, with better moisture retention when products are strategically combined.
“Luckily, the products that they’ve developed over the years have worked perfectly with how my skin has grown and the different things that it’s doing, especially in this wise season that I’m in right now.” The term “wise season” has become increasingly popular among women embracing menopause as a natural transition rather than a medical condition.
Regina previously teamed up with Vaseline to launch the Equitable Skincare for All campaign which aimed to champion “change for true equity in skincare for Black and Brown skin”. This initiative addressed the significant gap in dermatological research for skin of color despite representing a substantial portion of the population.
“I love being a Black American woman. Using my platform to celebrate who I am affords me the opportunity to remind people who look past the dissimilitude, that the inequities experienced by Black people still exist,” the actress said at the time. Healthcare disparities remain stark in many communities across the country.
“Black and Brown people have been at a disadvantage for far too long. The lack of access to healthcare resources is still a huge concern. Dermatological conditions in darker skin tones are often misdiagnosed at higher rates than in lighter skin tones.
“It’s important to shed a light on the inequalities that exist and be part of the solution alongside a brand that does as well.” The Equitable Skincare campaign has helped increase dermatological resources in underserved communities since its inception.
King’s advocacy extends beyond just skincare, as she regularly speaks about women’s health issues and the importance of self-care during significant life transitions. Healthcare professionals have praised celebrities like King for destigmatizing conversations around menopause, with more women seeking medical advice about menopausal symptoms after exposure to positive messaging from public figures.
