Topical estrogen cream may improve wrinkles, elasticity, and dry skin in perimenopausal & postmenopausal women. More research is needed, however, as current studies are limited. To what extent this will benefit sun damaged skin and/or non-estrogen-deficient skin, seems unlikely. Systemic absorption remains low, though many have concerns regarding possible systemic effects. Also, hyperpigmentation can occur with the use of topical estrogens. | Dr Dray