Genova Skincare Blog

Does the collagen in your cream do anything? Why peptides work and collagen creams do not, for menopausal skin

Do Collagen Supplements and Creams Firm Menopausal Skin?

Do collagen creams and supplements firm menopausal skin? The honest evidence, plus what actually supports collagen: peptides, retinoids, vitamin C and SPF.

Do Collagen Supplements and Creams Firm Menopausal Skin?

Do collagen creams and supplements firm menopausal skin? The honest evidence, plus what actually supports collagen: peptides, retinoids, vitamin C and SPF.

Woman in her 50s applying cream to her upper arm, addressing crepey skin after menopause

Crepey Skin vs Sagging Skin After 45: What's the Difference and What Helps?

Crepey skin is thin and crinkled; sagging skin droops. How to tell them apart after 45, and what moisturiser, retinol, SPF and clinic treatments can do for each.

Crepey Skin vs Sagging Skin After 45: What's the Difference and What Helps?

Crepey skin is thin and crinkled; sagging skin droops. How to tell them apart after 45, and what moisturiser, retinol, SPF and clinic treatments can do for each.

Woman in her 50s looking at her skin in the mirror, considering firming care for sagging skin in menopause

Sagging Skin in Menopause: What Actually Firms It After 45

Why skin sags in menopause after 45 and what actually firms it: peptides, SPF, lifestyle and a daily firming cream. Honest, evidence-based options that help.

Sagging Skin in Menopause: What Actually Firms It After 45

Why skin sags in menopause after 45 and what actually firms it: peptides, SPF, lifestyle and a daily firming cream. Honest, evidence-based options that help.

A woman contemplating skincare for her face

Menopausal Skin After 45: Doctor vs Skincare Decisions

Menopausal skin questions fall into two lanes. Some belong with your doctor: HRT and medication decisions, new or changing spots, persistent rashes, severe acne or flushing. Others belong in your bathroom: choosing products that suit a changed barrier, building a...

Menopausal Skin After 45: Doctor vs Skincare Decisions

Menopausal skin questions fall into two lanes. Some belong with your doctor: HRT and medication decisions, new or changing spots, persistent rashes, severe acne or flushing. Others belong in your bathroom: choosing products that suit a changed barrier, building a...

A woman discussing HRT options with her doctor.

HRT and Menopausal Skin After 45: What It May Change

HRT (menopausal hormone therapy, MHT) is a prescription treatment for menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and disrupted sleep. It is not prescribed for skin, but estrogen supports collagen, ceramides and hydration, so some women notice skin improvements...

HRT and Menopausal Skin After 45: What It May Change

HRT (menopausal hormone therapy, MHT) is a prescription treatment for menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, night sweats and disrupted sleep. It is not prescribed for skin, but estrogen supports collagen, ceramides and hydration, so some women notice skin improvements...

Australian woman in 50s applying skincare at home, garden behind

Australian Made vs Imported Menopause Skincare After 45

Australian-made menopause skincare is formulated for the climate, water and UV load Australian skin actually lives with. Imported products written for European or US conditions often underperform here, especially in summer. Locally made formulations also tend to be fresher (shorter...

Australian Made vs Imported Menopause Skincare After 45

Australian-made menopause skincare is formulated for the climate, water and UV load Australian skin actually lives with. Imported products written for European or US conditions often underperform here, especially in summer. Locally made formulations also tend to be fresher (shorter...