Healthy Skin

Shayan Waseh is a licensed resident physician specializing in the practice of dermatology at Temple University in Philadelphia, USA.

Series Foreword
Introduction
Guide to Health Literacy

Common Misconceptions about Healthy Skin
1. Healthy skin is a minor part of our overall health
2. There is a perfect skincare routine that works for everyone
3. Preventing skin aging requires expensive products and treatments
4. Higher SPF sunscreen is always better
5. People with dark skin don’t have to worry about skin cancer

Questions and Answers
The Fundamentals of Healthy Skin
1. What is the skin made of?
2. What are the most important functions of the skin?
3. What are some of the less commonly known functions of the skin?
4. What factors influence our skin’s health?
5. How does race and ethnicity affect skin?
6. How does the skin change as the body ages?
7. How does the skin heal and recover from damage?

Skincare Routines for Healthy Skin
8. What are the different forms of skincare products?
9. Does skin type affect which products we should use?
10. What is the best order to use skincare products in?
11. What is the ideal skincare routine?
12. Is wearing makeup bad for our skin?
13. Are more expensive skincare products always better?
14. What are the signs of sensitivity to a skincare product?
15. Which ingredients are best to avoid in skincare products?

Keeping Skin Safe
16. What are the different Fitzpatrick skin types?
17. What effect does sunlight have on the skin?
18. What are the signs of sun damage on the skin?
19. What is the best sunscreen to use?
20. Sun exposure may be harmful to skin, but don’t we need sunlight to produce adequate vitamin D?
21. What are the different types of skin cancer and how common are they?
22. What does skin cancer look like?
23. How often should we get skin exams?
24. How are skin cancers diagnosed and treated?
25. How do burns affect the skin?
26. Does pollution impact skin health?

Common Skin Conditions
27. What is acne and how is it treated?
28. What is eczema and how is it treated?
29. What is rosacea and how is it treated?
30. What is psoriasis and how is it treated?
31. What are the different kinds of contact dermatitis and how are they treated?
32. What skin conditions are caused by picking and scratching and how are they treated?
33. What are other common skin conditions and how are they treated?
34. What are the most common infections that affect the skin?
35. Can coronavirus cause changes in the skin?
36. Can medications affect the skin?
37. When is it appropriate to see a dermatologist rather than my primary care doctor?
38. What is the experience of getting a skin biopsy like?

Cosmetic Procedures
39. What causes the skin to age?
40. Is it possible to prevent or reverse skin aging?
41. How does Botox work?
42. What are fillers?
43. How do chemical peels affect the skin?
44. What is dermabrasion?
45. What is the best way to prevent scarring?
46. Why does skin become blotchy after skin conditions go away?
47. What treatments are available for treating skin blemishes?
48. How do laser treatments work?
49. How do I find a good cosmetic dermatologist?
50. Are there effective cosmetic treatments that can be done at home?

Case Studies
Case 1: Sarah Explores A New Skincare Routine
Case 2: Peter Finds A New Mole
Case 3: Jamal Gets Treatment For His Acne
Case 4: Emily Wants To Keep Her Skin Young
Case 5: Lily’s Strange Rash

Glossary
Directory of Resources
Index
About the Author