Table of Contents

About the author vii

Acknowledgements ix

Preface: my story xi

Introduction xxi

Part I: Loving the skin you’re in 1

1. What’s the deal with skin? 3

2. What’s a cosmeceutical? 13

3. Skincare essentials 19

4. A spotlight on sunlight 33

5. Dishing the dirt on good cleansing 49

6. Facial exfoliation: what, why and when? 59

7. Intelligent makeup: minerals do more than rock! 67

8. Nerd-out time 77

9. What’s really in your bathroom cabinet? 93

10. Lifestyle tips of a clean science nerd/beauty tragic 109

11. The eyes have it! 121

12. Nutrition for great skin 131

13. The healthy skin lifestyle 145

14. The environment 155

15. Skin under the microscope 171

16. Secret women’s biz 185

17. What men want 189

Part II: Skin conditions and concerns 195

18. Ageing 197

19. Pigmentation 215

20. Acne, blemishes and oily skin 223

21. Scarring 247

22. Enlarged pores 259

23. Skin sensitivity 261

24. Dryness and dehydration 287

25. Cellulite: the facts 301

26. Stretch marks 307

27. Hormonal changes: smart choices for pregnancy and menopause 315

Appendix A: What are the most popular ingredients found in serums? 327

Appendix B: ‘Moisturiser-off’ 331

Appendix C: Terri’s ‘great skin’ recipes 335

Appendix D: Essential oils and pregnancy 343

Index 345

About the Author

TERRI VINSON is a self-confessed science nerd. The cosmetic chemist behind a leading global brand of mindful and evidence-based skincare products, she trains aestheticians and medical skin professionals on ingredient technology to help everyone get their best skin.