PART 1—Understanding Postmenopausal Vaginal Changes: Why MonaLisa Touch® Is Changing Women’s Health

Jan 26

A Silent Struggle for Millions of Women

Up to 50% of postmenopausal women experience changes such as vaginal dryness, burning, urinary discomfort, or pain with intercourse—but many never seek support. At Refined Women’s Wellness, we believe these concerns deserve compassionate, evidence-based solutions rooted in modern medicine and a deep understanding of women’s physiology.

The MonaLisa Touch®, an advanced CO₂ fractional laser, has become one of the most effective non-hormonal treatments for restoring comfort, moisture, elasticity, and confidence in women navigating menopause and beyond.

This first article in our four-part series will help you understand why these changes happen—and how MonaLisa Touch helps restore function and comfort.

What Happens to Vaginal Tissue After Menopause?

When estrogen levels decline during menopause, the vaginal and vulvar tissues begin to undergo structural changes. This is called Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM)—a medical condition, not just “aging.”

Common effects of GSM include:

Thinning of vaginal tissue (atrophy)
Reduced natural lubrication
Decreased elasticity and tone
Pain or burning during intercourse
Recurrent UTIs
Vaginal pH imbalance
Urinary frequency or urgency

These changes can affect confidence, relationships, and daily quality of life—but they are treatable.

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Why Traditional Solutions Aren’t Always Enough

Many women try lubricants, moisturizers, or even low-dose estrogen creams. While these can offer partial relief, they often:

Don’t rebuild tissue structure
Don’t address pain with intercourse
Wear off quickly
Require continuous use
Aren’t suitable for women who can’t use hormones

This is where MonaLisa Touch becomes a powerful option.

How MonaLisa Touch Helps (Overview)

While Article 2 will dive deeper into the science, here’s a high-level look:

MonaLisa Touch uses controlled CO₂ fractional laser energy to stimulate new collagen, elasticity, and blood flow within the vaginal tissues.

The result:

Thicker, healthier vaginal tissue
Better lubrication
Reduced pain with intercourse
Improved pH + fewer UTIs
Greater overall comfort

This treatment is especially impactful for postmenopausal women, breast cancer survivors, and those unable to use hormone therapy.

How Is This Different From Empower RF?

Empower RF supports pelvic wellness, tone, strength, and sexual health, but MonaLisa Touch is uniquely effective for:

Postmenopausal dryness
Vaginal atrophy
Pain with intercourse
Recurrent infections
Thinning tissue due to estrogen loss

Women often benefit from both treatments, depending on their symptoms.

What This Means for You

Postmenopausal changes are not “just part of getting older.” They’re medical conditions that deserve thoughtful, effective treatment—and that respond beautifully to modern therapies like MonaLisa Touch.

At Refined Women’s Wellness, we take a whole-person approach that may include MonaLisa Touch, Empower RF, and/or hormone therapy depending on your needs and preferences.

Coming Up Next in the Series

PART 2: How MonaLisa Touch Works — The Science, Benefits & What to Expect

A deeper dive into the CO₂ fractional laser technology, treatment steps, safety, and results timeline.

Kit Snyder