Genova Skincare Blog

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Bakuchiol vs Retinol for Sensitive Menopausal Skin: Which One Suits You After 45

Bakuchiol is a plant-derived ingredient often described as a gentler alternative to retinol. A 2019 randomised study found that bakuchiol matched retinol on wrinkle and pigmentation outcomes with less stinging and flaking. For sensitive perimenopausal skin that can no longer...

Bakuchiol vs Retinol for Sensitive Menopausal Skin: Which One Suits You After 45

Bakuchiol is a plant-derived ingredient often described as a gentler alternative to retinol. A 2019 randomised study found that bakuchiol matched retinol on wrinkle and pigmentation outcomes with less stinging and flaking. For sensitive perimenopausal skin that can no longer...

Australian woman in her early 50s gently tapping a peptide eye serum into the upper eyelid area at a bathroom vanity in soft natural morning light

Hooded Eyelids After 45: What Skincare Can and Can’t Do in Menopause

Hooded eyelids are one of the most common visible changes of menopause. Falling estrogen, loss of collagen, slower fluid drainage and decades of muscle movement combine to soften the upper lid and shadow the eye. A peptide-based eye serum, gentle...

Hooded Eyelids After 45: What Skincare Can and Can’t Do in Menopause

Hooded eyelids are one of the most common visible changes of menopause. Falling estrogen, loss of collagen, slower fluid drainage and decades of muscle movement combine to soften the upper lid and shadow the eye. A peptide-based eye serum, gentle...

Australian woman in her early 50s gently applying a peptide serum to the area above her upper lip with one fingertip in soft natural morning light

Vertical Lip Lines After Menopause: Why Lipstick Bleeds After 45

Vertical lines above the upper lip, often called lipstick lines, are one of the most common visible signs of menopause. Lipstick that used to stay put now bleeds into them within an hour. Falling estrogen, thinning perioral skin, lifelong sun...

Vertical Lip Lines After Menopause: Why Lipstick Bleeds After 45

Vertical lines above the upper lip, often called lipstick lines, are one of the most common visible signs of menopause. Lipstick that used to stay put now bleeds into them within an hour. Falling estrogen, thinning perioral skin, lifelong sun...

Australian woman in her early 50s gently patting a calming serum into her cheeks with both hands, eyes softly closed, in soft natural morning light

Skincare Routine for Menopausal Rosacea-Prone Skin After 45

Menopausal rosacea-prone skin is one of the most distressing visible changes of midlife. Falling estrogen, more reactive blood vessels, a weaker barrier and stronger flushing combine to leave the cheeks looking persistently red. A gentle daily routine of a non-stripping...

Skincare Routine for Menopausal Rosacea-Prone Skin After 45

Menopausal rosacea-prone skin is one of the most distressing visible changes of midlife. Falling estrogen, more reactive blood vessels, a weaker barrier and stronger flushing combine to leave the cheeks looking persistently red. A gentle daily routine of a non-stripping...

Australian woman in her early 50s standing at a bathroom vanity holding a small amber glass jar up to soft morning light, reading the label thoughtfully

Can You Buy Estrogen Face Cream in Australia? What Menopausal Women Should Know

Topical estrogen face creams (often estriol) are one of the most discussed menopause skincare ideas of 2026. In Australia, no estriol or estradiol cream is approved by the TGA for facial use, and any face-applied version must come from your...

Can You Buy Estrogen Face Cream in Australia? What Menopausal Women Should Know

Topical estrogen face creams (often estriol) are one of the most discussed menopause skincare ideas of 2026. In Australia, no estriol or estradiol cream is approved by the TGA for facial use, and any face-applied version must come from your...

Woman in her early 50s applying cream to the back of her hand in warm morning light, amber glass jar on the vanity

Crepey Hands After Menopause: A Routine That May Help Restore Smoother Skin After 45

Crepey hands are one of the most common visible signs of menopause and often appear earlier than women expect. The cause is a mix of falling estrogen levels, very low oil production on the backs of the hands, daily sun...

Crepey Hands After Menopause: A Routine That May Help Restore Smoother Skin After 45

Crepey hands are one of the most common visible signs of menopause and often appear earlier than women expect. The cause is a mix of falling estrogen levels, very low oil production on the backs of the hands, daily sun...