There comes a point in midlife when you look in the mirror and realize your skin feels different. Maybe it is suddenly drier, more reactive, or simply not bouncing back the way it used to!

In this episode, Dr. Mina explains the powerful role estrogen plays in collagen, hydration, elasticity, and the overall strength of your skin. She walks through what declining estrogen in perimenopause and postmenopause really means, what the research shows about topical estrogen, and how it compares to systemic hormone therapy.

She also shares practical advice on when topical estrogen might be helpful, what to expect from it, and why foundational skin care habits still matter most. 

Key Takeaways:

✓ Topical estrogen is considered very safe with minimal systemic absorption and does not require progesterone.

✓ Sun protection and retinoids remain the most important steps for healthy, aging skin, and topical estrogen works best as an add-on.

✓ Vaginal estrogen remains essential for pelvic health, but facial estrogen is still an emerging area, so a personalized dermatology conversation is key.

✓ Treating sun damage with peels or lasers may improve how well topical estrogen works on photo-aged skin. 

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Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.