A no-downtime option for the laxity that shows up in perimenopause — see how Plexr Shower actually works and how it compares to microneedling and Botox.
For many women in perimenopause or menopause, the first noticeable skin changes aren’t necessarily deeper wrinkles — they’re skin that feels less firm or bright, and not quite as resilient as it once was.
As estrogen declines, collagen production naturally slows. Over time, this can lead to early skin laxity, dullness, and changes in texture that aren’t always addressed by treatments designed for wrinkles alone.
Plexr Shower is often an excellent option at this stage. It’s the gentlest treatment in the Plexr range, requires little to no downtime, and stimulates collagen and elastin to help restore firmness while improving the overall health and strength of the skin.
What Are the Benefits of Plexr Shower?
Plexr Shower uses controlled plasma energy across the skin’s surface to support healthier, stronger skin in several ways:
- Stimulates collagen and elastin production to improve firmness and elasticity — a subtle tightening and lifting effect.
- Minimizes the appearance of pores and refines overall texture.
- Softens fine lines like crow’s feet and forehead lines.
- Helps strengthen the skin’s natural barrier, leaving skin smoother, brighter, more resilient, and better able to retain hydration.
- Creates microscopic nano-channels, improving the absorption of post-treatment products such as topical exosomes and PDRN.
- Exfoliates while providing mild antibacterial effects that can benefit congested or acne-prone skin.
Clients often notice an immediate subtle lift, improved firmness and smoothness after treatment, followed by continued collagen remodeling over the following weeks.
Why Exosomes and PDRN Matter After Plexr Shower
Plexr Shower creates temporary nano-channels in the skin, making it an ideal time to apply topical products like exosomes and/or PDRN. These ingredients increase hydration and support stronger collagen remodeling, improved texture and firmness, and faster skin recovery.
Why Plexr Shower Is Great for Perimenopausal and Menopausal Skin
During perimenopause, declining estrogen slows collagen production and gradually weakens the skin’s structural support. Many women notice their skin feels thinner, less firm, or not as strong as it once was.
Because Plexr Shower stimulates collagen rather than just resurfacing the skin, it addresses these underlying changes directly. It’s particularly well suited for women beginning to notice early laxity who want to support their skin before more significant changes develop.
How Plexr Shower Compares to Microneedling and Botox
Many women considering Plexr Shower have already tried other treatments.
If You’ve Had Microneedling
Microneedling can be excellent for improving texture and stimulating collagen. However, many women eventually reach a point where their skin feels smoother but still lacks firmness.
Plexr Shower also stimulates collagen, but plasma energy creates a different tissue response that provides gentle skin tightening and lift. For women whose primary concern has shifted from texture to early laxity, this may be a more appropriate next step.
How Plexr Shower Fits Alongside Botox
Botox works by relaxing the muscles responsible for expression lines. It doesn’t treat collagen loss or skin laxity. As Botox wears off, expression lines naturally return while collagen-related changes may become more noticeable.
Plexr Shower doesn’t replace Botox — it addresses a different aspect of skin aging by supporting collagen production, improving firmness, strengthening the skin, and enhancing overall skin quality. Plexr and Botox can be used together for those wanting both effects, and Plexr Shower can also be a good fit for those looking to treat laxity while transitioning off Botox altogether.
Q&A: Is Plexr Shower the same as microneedling?
No, though it’s sometimes described as “needle-free microneedling.” Plexr Shower uses controlled plasma energy to create nano-channels, while microneedling uses tiny needles — different mechanisms, but each creates its own unique pathway for improving product absorption. Both treatments stimulate collagen and improve texture, but Plexr Shower is less invasive, targets laxity, and has no downtime.
A quick look at what a Plexr Shower treatment looks like — plasma energy applied across the skin’s surface, no needles involved.
Building on Plexr Shower: Rockstar Resurfacing and Glass Lift
All three treatments begin with the same Plexr Shower plasma treatment. The difference lies in the advanced topical products applied immediately afterward.
Rockstar Resurfacing adds additional biostimulants to further support hydration, collagen production, and skin resilience.
Glass Lift builds on this by incorporating topical neuromodulators to create an exceptionally smooth, refined finish that’s ideal before an event or as part of an ongoing skin maintenance program.
Q&A: Can Plexr Shower replace Botox?
Not exactly. Botox relaxes the muscles responsible for dynamic expression lines. Plexr Shower improves the skin itself by stimulating collagen, improving firmness, and supporting stronger, healthier skin. The two treatments can be used together, or Plexr Shower can serve as a way to wean off Botox — tightening early laxity and softening lines as injectable results fade.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Plexr Shower treatments will I need?
Most clients begin with a short series of treatments because collagen remodeling occurs gradually. During your consultation, we’ll recommend a treatment plan based on your skin, goals, and timeline.
Will Plexr Shower help if my skin has become more sensitive during menopause?
It may. Hormonal changes can make skin more reactive, so every treatment is adjusted to your skin’s current condition rather than following a one-size-fits-all protocol. Many clients also notice that, over time, their skin feels stronger and more resilient as overall skin quality improves.
Is Plexr Shower safe during perimenopause or menopause?
Yes. There are no hormonal contraindications to Plexr Shower, and many women choose it specifically to address the collagen-related skin changes that occur during perimenopause and menopause.
Is Plexr Shower better than microneedling for perimenopausal skin?
That depends on your primary concern. Both stimulate collagen and can improve texture, but if early skin laxity is your biggest frustration, Plexr Shower is often the better fit, since it also creates the tissue-tightening effect microneedling doesn’t.
Is Plexr Shower Right for You?
If your skin has started feeling a little less firm, a little duller, or slower to bounce back, Plexr Shower may be worth exploring.
The goal isn’t smoother skin for a few weeks — it’s healthier, stronger, more resilient skin that continues improving over time.
{For women with more advanced laxity or collagen loss, NeoGen PSR may be the more appropriate starting point. In many cases, the two treatments can also complement one another as part of a long-term regenerative skin plan.}
A consultation is the best place to determine which approach is right for your skin, your goals, and where you are in your skin’s journey.
For a deeper look at recommended treatment series overview, see the Non-Ablative Plexr Calgary blog.
Sarah is a Registered Nurse and is the founder of Gia Sena | providing regenerative plasma aesthetics in Calgary. Her approach blends clinical expertise with a regenerative philosophy, supporting midlife skin through treatments that restore structure, resilience, and long-term skin health.
Sources: Chang & Chung, “Menopause and the Skin: Old Favorites and New Innovations in Cosmeceuticals for Estrogen-Deficient Skin,” PubMed (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33242128/)
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