Current Concepts in Aesthetic Endocrinology

    December 2002 in “ Gynecological Endocrinology ”
    C. J. Gruber, Friedrich Wieser, Isabel M. L. Gruber, Kathrin Ferlitsch, Doris Gruber, Joakim Huber
    TLDR Estrogens can slow skin aging after menopause, but can't restore youthful skin.
    The document discussed the role of ovarian steroids in skin and hair metabolism, body composition, and subcutaneous fat distribution, highlighting the emerging field of aesthetic endocrinology. It noted that deficiencies or excesses in these steroids could lead to issues like obesity and cellulite, which have gender-specific aspects. The research suggested that estrogens, administered orally or topically, could slow skin aging post-menopause, though they could not restore youthful skin. For hair loss in women, only the non-hormonal treatment minoxidil was confirmed effective. Additionally, endocrinological methods showed promise for treating acne and body composition changes, despite challenges in addressing hirsutism.
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