Can Topical Estrogen Reverse Skin Aging? What Science Says About Estriol & Estradiol

As estrogen levels drop during perimenopause and menopause, your skin can lose firmness, hydration, and glow. Many women are turning to topical estrogen creams — but how do they really work, and are they safe? In this video, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Aleksandra Brown breaks down the difference between estriol 0.3% and estradiol 0.01%, explains the latest research on hormonal aging, and shares her own testing experience with both creams. #menopauseskincare Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:26 – What Happens to Skin During Menopause 04:02 – What Happens to Skin When Estrogen Drops 06:00 – How Topical Estrogen Creams Work 07:25 – Estradiol 0.01% vs Estriol 10:00 – Estradiol 14:00 – Can Estrogen Creams Trigger Melasma? 19:00 – Final Thoughts References (PMIDs): • PMID: 18044179 • PMID: 8876303 • PMID: 30997378 • PMID: 31794498 • PMID: 8215610 • PMID: 15024720 • PMID: 11511861 • PMID: 21714580 Watch More: Menopause & Skincare: How to Care for Your Skin During Hormonal Changes → https://youtu.be/poMEjuH95Nc?si=CO1ctOSiObhpBDNo Topical Estrogen Cream: Secret to Youthful Skin? → https://youtu.be/0RroA2nJ2DE?si=9MU5CC-MFFaFGsXB My Skincare Routine as a Perimenopausal Dermatologist in Her 40s → https://youtu.be/DMuS-j9_fbU?si=q4is1uX5Va3ZoROR Skincare in Your 50s & 60s: Anti-Aging Ingredients, Devices & Dermatologist Tips → https://youtu.be/xSs3agKONgI?si=NIsn2534-EndfN4M 👉 Hit subscribe and stay tuned for more dermatologist-approved skincare tips and treatments! Let's connect! Follow me 👇🏼 IG: @draleksandrabrown // https://www.instagram.com/draleksandrabrown/ TikTok: @draleksandrabrown //https://www.tiktok.com/@draleksandrabrown Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/draleksandrabrown DISCLAIMER: The content in this video is not meant to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your physician for medical concerns. Some links in the description may be affiliate links, which support my YouTube channel and help me produce more educational content. Thank you for watching!