Hormone may stop wrinkling

CHICAGO - If older women take oestrogen they may avoid dry skin and wrinkling, according to a new report published in the latest…

CHICAGO - If older women take oestrogen they may avoid dry skin and wrinkling, according to a new report published in the latest issue of the American Medical Association's Archives of Dermatology.

University of California researchers found that non-contraceptive use of oestrogen appears to help prevent some of the skin problems associated with ageing.

  • Join The Irish Times on WhatsApp and stay up to date

  • Sign up for push alerts to get the best breaking news, analysis and comment delivered directly to your phone

  • Listen to In The News podcast daily for a deep dive on the stories that matter