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This book presents the latest advances in cosmetic dermatology. Beginning with an introduction to the physiology, structure and function of skin and hair, the following chapter discusses non-invasive imaging techniques.
The next sections describe skin colour types, pigmentation, then the treatment of various dermatological conditions including pigmentary disorders, ultra-violet induced skin damage, dry skin, sensitive skin, acne, and skin aging. Two complete chapters are dedicated to hair and the scalp.
This useful reference is co-authored by Michèle Verschoore from L’Oréal, France, and includes more than 100 photographs, illustrations and tables, to enhance learning.
Key points
- Presents latest advances in cosmetic dermatology
- Covers treatment of different dermatological disorders
- Includes two chapters on hair and scalp
- Co-authored by expert from L’Oréal
Chakaravarthi Srinivas MD FRCP
Professor, Department of Dermatology, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Coimbatore, India
Michèle Verschoore MD
L’Oréal Research and Innovation, Asnières, France
- General Introduction on Skin and Hair Physiologies
- In Vivo Noninvasive Methods and Imaging Techniques for Investigating the Skin
- In Vitro Skin Models
- Skin Color Types and Indian Skin Characteristics
- Physiology of Pigmentation: New Biological Concepts Associated with Skin and Hair Pigmentation
- Pigmentary Disorders, Prevention, Treatment and Cosmetics Contributions
- Ultraviolet-induced Skin Damage and Its Prevention with Sunscreen
- Stratum Corneum, Dry Skin, Xerosis and Moisturizers
- Sensitive Skin
- Acne and Cosmetic Care
- Skin Aging and Antiaging Cosmetics
- New Insights in Hair Research
- The Human Scalp and Related Cosmetic Care Products
- Peelings and Fillers
- Natural Medicine with Proven Efficacy for Beauty of Skin and Hair
- Dermatology, Cosmetics and Well-Being: Current Status of Research