Estrogen dominance is usually associated with PMS. In the earlier parts of the cycle and just before it begins, progesterone levels are usually low while estrogen levels are beginning to increase. Applying progesterone cream is one sure way of balancing out the estrogen dominance. Numerous benefits can occur by using a progesterone cream during the month. It is usually recommended to use it each day, except the days of menses.

Depression and PMS are different. Nonetheless, some studies have shown that women with PMS may also be genetically predisposed to depression. There is evidence that antidepressants, bright-light treatments, or counseling may help.

Yes. There are certain times when women of childbearing age can have PMS but are not getting their periods. These include when you are nursing, having erratic periods, while you are going through peri-menopause, or have had a hysterectomy.

Most women, and even men, are aware of the emotional ups and downs that occur every month before the onset of menstruation. Some women, though, have become so tolerant of their discomfort that they no longer consider it a problem. However, many women do not realize that those monthly headaches, crying spells, outbreaks with a sense of being out of control and those intense food cravings can all be due to PMS.

Definitely. Women who believe they have PMS may have other conditions, including a thyroid problem, anxiety disorder, panic attacks, diabetes, or even early menopause. The only way to be sure that these conditions are not present is work with your doctor.

Yes. You can have both. However, menstrual cramps usually occur while you have your period, and PMS occurs mainly before your period.

On custom hang tags we can provide any color under the Pantone Matching System as well as in full color. Unfortunately we cannot provide PMS colors on fabric labels. We have 28 distinctive, popular colors that can be printed on our various label materials. We cannot mix colors or produce custom colors on labels. Top

No. Women with PMS do not have too little or too much estrogen or progesterone. Hormone levels in women with PMS are normal throughout the cycle, but the effects of the hormones are different depending on the woman.

Yes. Women with a large variety of conditions experience worsening of the symptoms during the one to two weeks before they get their period. These conditions include migraines, diabetes, asthma, allergies, irritable bowel syndrome, seizures, depression, substance abuse, anxiety disorders, and eating disorders.

The birth control pill contains high levels of an estrogen-like hormone and a progesterone-like hormone. Taking these hormones may cause premenstrual symptoms. Women who experience PMS while on the pill should consider using another method of birth control. An accurate diagnosis of PMS cannot be made in a woman taking the pill.

Used for printing spot colors. Each PANTONE color has a specified CMYK equivalent. To select a PANTONE color, first determine the ink color you want, using either the PANTONE Color Formula Guide or an ink chart.

This is a system used for matching colours. It applies to all printing companies throughout the world. PMS stands for Pantone Matching System.

A standard swatch book has printed shades of each colour in it and the exact ink mix required to achieve that shade. There are swatch books for both spot and process colours. A PMS 285 is the exact same shade used by designers and printers anywhere in the world.