Biology of Estrogens in Skin: Implications for Skin Aging

    December 2005 in “ Experimental Dermatology ”
    Sylvie Verdier-Sévrain, Frédéric Bonté, Barbara A. Gilchrest
    Studysummary This article discusses the role of estrogens in skin aging and reports no new findings; it highlights the potential of selective ER modulators to improve skin health without systemic side effects.
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