Genova Skincare Blog

Woman in her 50s examining a raised keloid scar on her forearm, considering silicone gel treatment

Keloid Scars After 45: What Silicone Gel Can (and Can't) Do, and When to See a Doctor

A keloid is a raised scar that grows beyond the original wound. Here is what silicone gel can and cannot do for keloid scars, and when to see a doctor.

Keloid Scars After 45: What Silicone Gel Can (and Can't) Do, and When to See a Doctor

A keloid is a raised scar that grows beyond the original wound. Here is what silicone gel can and cannot do for keloid scars, and when to see a doctor.

Woman in her 50s choosing non-hormonal alternatives to estrogen face cream for menopausal skin

7 Non-Hormonal Alternatives to Estrogen Face Cream for Menopausal Skin

Seven non-hormonal alternatives to estrogen face cream for menopausal skin: peptides, retinoids or bakuchiol, niacinamide, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and daily SPF. What each may do, how fast, and the honest evidence notes.

7 Non-Hormonal Alternatives to Estrogen Face Cream for Menopausal Skin

Seven non-hormonal alternatives to estrogen face cream for menopausal skin: peptides, retinoids or bakuchiol, niacinamide, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and daily SPF. What each may do, how fast, and the honest evidence notes.

A menopausal woman evaluating Estriol and Estradol bottles

Estriol vs Estradiol Face Creams: What's the Difference for Menopausal Skin?

Estriol and estradiol are both forms of estrogen studied in face creams for menopausal skin. Estradiol is the most potent; estriol is the gentlest and most often compounded for facial use. Both are prescription-only in Australia.

Estriol vs Estradiol Face Creams: What's the Difference for Menopausal Skin?

Estriol and estradiol are both forms of estrogen studied in face creams for menopausal skin. Estradiol is the most potent; estriol is the gentlest and most often compounded for facial use. Both are prescription-only in Australia.

A bottle of genova firming cream

Crepey Skin in Menopause: 7 Ways to Firm Arms, Legs and Neck at Home

Why menopause causes crepey skin on arms, legs and neck, and 7 realistic ways to firm and smooth it at home. What works, what doesn't, and when to expect results.

Crepey Skin in Menopause: 7 Ways to Firm Arms, Legs and Neck at Home

Why menopause causes crepey skin on arms, legs and neck, and 7 realistic ways to firm and smooth it at home. What works, what doesn't, and when to expect results.

a bottle of genova anti-wrinkle serum on a marble benchtop

Peptides vs Retinol for Menopausal Skin: Which Is Better After 45?

Peptides vs retinol for menopausal skin: how they compare on results, irritation and evidence, and how to choose the right one for skin over 45.

Peptides vs Retinol for Menopausal Skin: Which Is Better After 45?

Peptides vs retinol for menopausal skin: how they compare on results, irritation and evidence, and how to choose the right one for skin over 45.

A bottle of Genova Anti Wrinkle Serum

Menopause Skincare Ingredients: The 9 That Actually Work After 45

Which skincare ingredients actually help menopausal skin? A plain-English guide to the 9 with real evidence, how to combine them, and what to expect.

Menopause Skincare Ingredients: The 9 That Actually Work After 45

Which skincare ingredients actually help menopausal skin? A plain-English guide to the 9 with real evidence, how to combine them, and what to expect.