Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Part 1 How Skin Works 11
1 The Structure of the Skin 13
2 The Myth of the Skin 'Type' 33
3 How Skin Changes as We Age 47
Part 2 How Skincare Works (Or Doesn't) 59
4 Facial Cleansers and Moisturisers 63
5 Sunscreen 87
6 Skincare Products You Don't Need 97
Part 3 Unravelling Big Skincare Ingredient Claims 111
7 Vitamin A 121
8 Hydroquinone 133
9 Vitamin C 141
10 Acids 147
11 Other Common Cosmetic Ingredients 153
Part 4 How to Treat the Most Common Facial Skin Diseases 159
12 Acne Vulgaris 163
13 Rosacea 201
14 Dermatitis 215
15 Melasma and Facial Hyperpigmentation 221
Part 5 How to Tackle Common Aesthetic Concerns 231
16 Fine Lines and Wrinkles 233
17 Dark Under-Eye Circles 241
18 Unwanted or Excess Facial Hair 245
19 Skin 'Rejuvenation' 259
Final Words 273
Appendix: How to Choose a Dermatologist 277
Acknowledgements 279
References 281
Index 307