As estrogen levels decline, so does skin elasticity, hydration, and collagen—prompting increased interest in hormone-based topical therapies. In this evidence-focused session, Dr. Ellen Gendler will examine the role of topical estrogen in treating midlife skin changes. She’ll review the current literature on efficacy, safety, formulation considerations, and clinical relevance. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of whether—and when—topical estrogen has a place in dermatologic and menopausal skincare regimens.
Ellen Gendler, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and nationally recognized leader in cosmetic and medical dermatology. Consistently named to New York Magazine’s Best Doctors list, she is widely respected for her work with neuromodulators and soft-tissue fillers, including Botox®, Dysport®, Juvederm®, Restylane®, and Radiesse®, as well as her expertise in cosmetic reactions and contact dermatitis.
Dr. Gendler is the founder and director of Gendler Dermatology in New York City and serves as Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at NYU Langone Medical Center, where she co-directed the Contact Dermatitis Division for many years. Known for her academic rigor and minimalist skincare philosophy, she believes advanced dermatologic treatments should be supported by simple, effective routines to maintain healthy, luminous skin.
A pioneer in the field, Dr. Gendler was the principal U.S. investigator for Hylaform®, the first injectable hyaluronic acid filler, and participated in early clinical trials for Dysport®. She has consulted for major companies including Allergan, Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Colgate-Palmolive, and Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, and is considered a master injector and national trainer for leading aesthetic brands. She has authored numerous scientific publications, is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, and has long served as director of the Cosmetics Symposium at the AAD’s annual meeting.
Dr. Gendler is also a director of the Scientiae Palette curriculum, training physicians and nurses across the country in safe, effective injection techniques.