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Editors: John Hopper and Elaine Trumpey
Research Editor: Nathan Rivas
Research Assistants: Mercedes Santaella-Lam and Vanessa Lucas
Art Direction, Cover Design and Typography: Erin Bloom and Andrew Eder
Layout: Anita L. Elder
Project Manager: Karen Link
Printing: RR Donnelley
Copyright © 2015, Paula’s Choice, LLC
Publisher: Beginning Press
Seattle, WA
1st Edition Printing: November, 2015
ISBN: 978-1-877988-40-0
All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used for any purpose other than personal use. In addition, any reproduction, modification, or transmission in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage or retrieval system, is strictly prohibited without prior written permission from Paula’s Choice, LLC, except for the inclusion of quotations in a review.
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Authors’ Disclaimer
The intent of this book is to present the authors’ ideas and perceptions about the marketing, selling, and use of cosmetics, as well as to present consumer information and advice regarding the purchase of makeup and skincare products. The information and recommendations presented in this book strictly reflect the authors’ opinions, perceptions, and knowledge about the subject and products mentioned.
It is everyone’s unalienable right to judge products and information such as this by their own criteria and to disagree with the authors. More importantly, because everyone’s skin can and probably will, react to an external stimulus at some time, any product can cause a negative reaction on skin at one time or another. If you develop skin sensitivity to a cosmetic, stop using it immediately and consult your physician.
If you need medical advice about your skin, you should consult a dermatologist or physician. The authors are not medical doctors, nor are they professional healthcare providers and do not provide medical advice or medical diagnosis. This book does not offer medical advice, or attempt to diagnose or treat any skin problem, disease, or skin condition or any other health or medical problem or condition. If you have a medical condition or problem with your skin, please make an appointment to see a dermatologist or physician in your area.
Do not use or rely on the statements in this book for medical advice or to treat any medical condition or as an alternative to medical advice from your doctor or other professional healthcare provider. Consult a doctor or other professional healthcare provider with any questions about any medical matter and seek immediate medical attention if you believe you or others may be suffering from any medical condition.
Any information provided by the authors is, at best, of a general nature and cannot substitute for the advice of a medical professional (for instance, a qualified doctor/physician, dermatologist, nurse, or pharmacist). All products mentioned should be used as directed on the product container or on the website from where such products were purchased. Discontinue using any product that causes irritation (e.g., redness, itching, burning, scaling, soreness, or other symptoms).
DO NOT DELAY SEEKING MEDICAL ADVICE, DISREGARD MEDICAL ADVICE, OR DISCONTINUE MEDICAL TREATMENT BECAUSE OF INFORMATION OR STATEMENTS PROVIDED IN THIS BOOK.
Table of contents
1. The Best Skin of Your Life Starts Here and Now…
2. Skincare Facts Everyone Needs to Know
4. Which Skincare Products You Need—and Which Ones to Avoid
5. How to Put Together the Perfect Skincare Routine
6. Sun Damage and Sunscreen Questions Answered
7. Stop Acne and Breakouts (No Matter Your Age)
8. Anti-Aging (From the Outside In and Inside Out)
10. Healing Dry Skin
11. Balancing Combination Skin
12. How to Treat Special Skin Problems
13. Botox, Fillers, Lasers, and Surgery
14. Common Beauty Questions Answered and Myths Debunked!
15. Professional Makeup Secrets
16. Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary
Preface
The One Constant Is Change
One of the most incredible aspects of the cosmetics industry, especially surrounding
