Looking in the mirror and wondering where your glow went? You're not imagining it, but it’s not gone! Today, Dr. Jenna explores the biological shift in midlife skin health. She breaks down the real reasons behind the changes you're noticing in your 40s and 50s, going beyond surface-level fixes. Tune in to uncover the essential skin science of midlife: we'll break down why estrogen is critical, the fascinating role of collagen and what aging does to it, and how perimenopause fundamentally alters your skin's appearance. Plus, Dr. Jenna explores other factors for maintaining healthy skin, debunks two common skincare myths, and shares the current research findings on topical estrogen for the face. Your body is shifting — give it the right support, and your skin can reflect vibrant health and vitality once again.

Key Points From This Episode:

• What listeners can expect from today’s episode of UPLEVEL.
• Why estrogen matters for skin health.
• What happens to our collagen as we age.
• Perimenopause and what that means for our hormone levels and skin.
• Dr. Jenna reflects on a significant moment about realizing the truth about inner beauty. 
• She explores various factors and requirements for maintaining healthy skin. 
• The Myths: Expensive creams reverse aging, and once collagen is gone, it can’t be rebuilt.
• Topical estrogen for the face: the jury’s still out.
• Dr. Jenna reiterates how skin health fundamentally begins from the inside. 

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