The Skin Consult


Book Description

“Whether you are a medical practitioner or just interested in the skin and its function...prepare to be inspired, informed and empowered.” Prof. E.A.Christofides – Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon "A comprehensive reference handbook for anyone who wishes to understand the aging process" Dr.Y.Lalloo - Specialist Dermatologist “Sahil distills the mysteries of skincare in an accessible and articulate style. The Skin Consult reads like an actionable & demystifying Dermatology crash-course.” Dr. A. Pramchand "Sahil’s approach is unconventional, insightful and holistic in a manner that is simply not considered by the skincare industry. This book is the PERFECT guide to not only your skin longevity, but your overall health” Tamara Moen - Advanced Medical Esthetician Discover the secrets to saving thousands on skin care products and treatments in this must-read book. The key to effective skincare is understanding how the skin functions, together with what products, ingredients and lifestyle choices create the most positive changes. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need tons of products or treatments. As a skin care entrepreneur that has created and produced high performance skin care products for dermatologists, plastic surgeons and other skin care professionals for over 15 years, Sahil unpacks his industry knowledge in this concise and indispensable skin guide. Popular myths and trends are debunked; ingredients are demystified, lifestyle & dietary choices are dissected to explain the direct links to many common chronic skin conditions. Gut health, modern diets and more are put under the spotlight to reveal the skin in ways that will blow your mind. The Skin Consult will help you understand your skin intimately; how to manage common concerns effectively, affordably and without being seduced by marketing fluff designed to get you to part with your hard earned money! Get your copy today. Benefits: - Save money on skin care products and treatments - Become an expert on skin physiology and the aging process - Understand the causes of common skin concerns like pigmentation, fine lines, and breakouts - Learn how lifestyle choices and hormonal imbalances can affect your skin - Improve your skin health with small habitual changes - Debunk myths and trends and make informed purchasing decisions What's Inside: - Skin physiology and aging process explained - Common skin concerns and their causes - The link between diet, gut health, and skin health - Debunked myths and trends in the skin care industry - The 5 skincare ingredients you need - Tips for addressing skin concerns intelligently - Suitable for all ages (18-80)




The Skin Nerd


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'The skin is an organ and should be respected accordingly.' This is the mantra of award-winning skincare expert Jennifer Rock, also known as The Skin Nerd. We should feed our skin, shield it, and give it all the care and attention it needs - and deserves. in her first book, Jennifer shares all the passion, knowledge and expertise she has gathered over her extensive career to bring you the essential guide to healthy skin. Written in Jennifer's unique brand of humour and honesty, with nerd-isms galore, this book is jam-packed with 'skinformation' and advice to educate you about your skin needs at every stage of your life. It includes The 10 Skin Nerd Commandments, advice on anti-ageing, acne and other skin conditions, the benefits of a refreshing Spritz O'Clock, which skingredients to look out for (and which to avoid), and how your diet affects the body's largest organ. The Skin Nerd will teach you a holistic approach to looking after your skin inside and out, and give you the confidence to achieve glowing, healthy skin. 'Jennifer is one of the most knowledgeable, honest and reliable experts I know and trust in the industry. A must read for anyone interested in proper skincare' Triona McCarthy, Sunday Independent Beauty Editor *Please note that this ebook is available in two formats. This fixed format edition is best suited to colour/tablet devices. (The reflowable format will render better for customers with earlier e-readers with monochrome, e-ink screens). Both formats feature the same text content.*




Cancer of the Skin E-Book


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Cancer of the Skin, edited by Drs. Rigel, Robinson, Ross, Friedman, Cockerell, Lim, Stockfleth, and Kirkwood, is your complete, multimedia guide to early diagnosis and effective medical and surgical treatment of melanoma and other skin cancers. Thoroughly updated with 11 new chapters, this broad-based, comprehensive reference provides you with the latest information on clinical genetics and genomics of skin cancer, targeted therapy for melanoma, the Vitamin D debate concerning the risks and benefits of sun exposure, and other timely topics. A new, multi-disciplinary team of contributors and editors comprised of leading experts in this field offers truly diverse perspectives and worldwide best practices. - Broaden your understanding of all aspects of skin cancer—from the underlying biology to clinical manifestations of the disease to diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment—with this easy-to-use, comprehensive, multimedia reference. - See conditions as they appear in practice with guidance from detailed full-color images and step-by-step procedural videos. - Stay current with the latest advancements and therapies! 11 new chapters cover clinical genetics and genomics of skin cancer, targeted therapy for melanoma, the Vitamin D debate concerning the risks and benefits of sun exposure, and other essential topics. - Get truly diverse perspectives and worldwide best practices from a new, multi-disciplinary team of contributors and editors comprised of the world's leading experts Access the complete text online—including image bank and video library—at www.expertconsult.com




Skinformation


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Become an empowered skincare consumer and uncover your best skin SkInformation is a must-have handbook for the skin-savvy woman who wants to cut through the hype and choose the best for her skin. Cosmetics companies will tell you anything to convince you to buy their latest skincare lines. Millions of women fall for these marketing campaigns designed to look like science – potentially to the detriment of their skin (not to mention bank accounts!). Cosmetic chemist and educator Terri Vinson exposes the misinformation and ‘white noise’ about miracle products and ingredients, debunks current skin ‘mythology’ and empowers you to make your own smart skin choices. If you have an interest in skin health and want to understand the science behind the cosmetics you purchase, this book will take you to the next level of understanding and make you a truly informed consumer. SkInformation is written in an easy to digest manner so you don't need to be a science graduate to understand it.From sunscreen and mineral formulas to skin-friendly nutrition and lifestyle tips, SkInformation covers everything you need to know about your skin. You’ll also find special sections on the skin issues that matter most to you. Terri Vinson covers acne, skin aging, enlarged pores and many other concerns, teaching you the scientific explanations of these phenomena and explaining which skincare products really work – and why they work. Use this new knowledge to amp up your skincare regime and cut out the products that don’t serve you. Familiarise yourself with the basic science of skin, including how essential skincare products work Become an empowered reader of labels to avoid harmful ingredients and marketing hype Improve your skin and guard against aging with diet and lifestyle tips from a cosmetic chemist Discover the skincare routine that will work best for your unique skin challenges For ladies (and gents) who love to learn, this book goes beyond the average beauty and skincare advice guide, diving into skin conditions and concerns in a way that anyone can appreciate and enjoy!




Andrews' Diseases of the Skin


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Previous ed.: Philadelphia, Pa.: Saunders Elsevier, 2006.




The Skin Type Solution


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Dermatologist Baumann provides a program that's revolutionizing the way people everywhere think about--and shop for--skin care. Whereas previous books identified only four basic skin types, through clinical research Dr. Baumann discovered that there are actually sixteen distinctly different skin types--each with unique needs all its own. But caring for your skin doesn't have to be complicated. Dr. Baumann has tested her program on thousands of patients, developing a system that is already transforming dermatology. Now her proven program is available to you. Discover: your personal skin type profile detailing what will work--and what won't--for your unique complexion; an extensive product guide to name brands suited to every skin type and budget; natural health and dietary advice for beautiful skin; tips on preventing aging and "problem" skin; the latest information on the new world of prescription products, facials, chemical peels, Retin-A, Botox, and collagen injections.--From publisher description.




Psychocutaneous Medicine


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This reference presents research and clinical developments in the field, presenting comprehensive, problem-focused approaches to psychodermatology. It offers a panoramic perspective of worldwide research efforts to improve the understanding and treatment of the psychodermatological patient.




Super Skin


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Super Skin: An A to Z guide to total skin and nail care, covering everything you need to know about common skin problems, rashes, infections, growths, and special care for special places. Find out what you should know about sex and your skin, pregnancy and your skin, and the role diet, stress and smoking have in your appearance.




Pharmacology for Nurses


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Pharmacology for Nurses, Second Edition teaches undergraduate nursing students the basic concepts of pharmacology.




Nurse's 5-minute Clinical Consult


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This resource covers more than 300 basic and advanced nursing procedures with equipment lists, essential steps, special considerations, patient teaching points, and documentation guidelines in a quick-scanning format. Procedures are organized alphabetically, and each is presented on a two-page spread with consistent headings, including description, contraindications, equipment list, preparation, key steps, special considerations, complications, patient teaching, and documentation.