The Surgery-Free Makeover: All You Need to Know for Great Skin and a Younger Face [Hardcover]

Brandith Irwin (Author)

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Product Description

From a renowned dermatologist, all the tips you need to rediscover your youthful glow.

The calendar and mirror may say 40-something or 50, but the spirit inside says 30. Yet for many women, plastic surgery is too expensive, and most don't want to end up having that "Oscar-freeze" look. With more than fifteen years' experience, Dr. Irwin distills all her expertise to help women look their best with minimum fuss and expense.

Most women have a finite list of issues they'd like to correct: undereye bags, upper lip lines, that annoying forehead crease. Akin to having a personal skin consultation, Dr. Irwin walks readers through each problem area. Whether recommending a new product, filler, or laser treatment, she arms women with practical tips they can use, including which of the latest technologies to trust (and avoid); how to look younger on a strict time line; and how to maintain that youthful glow once you get it back!

About the Author

Brandith Irwin, M.D., board certified in dermatology and medicine, has appeared on Today and Oprah and was named Seattle's "top doctor" by Seattle Magazine. She lives in Seattle with her husband and three children.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 304 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Press (May 27, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0738211184
• ISBN-13: 978-0738211183
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #34,485 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Background and Useful Tips on Great Skin, July 4, 2008

By	NatMattMom "shopper" (Pasadena, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Surgery-Free Makeover: All You Need to Know for Great Skin and a Younger Face (Hardcover)

I have always wanted to visit a cosmetic dermatologist and ask them what I should be doing about maintaining my skin - which products should I use, etc. But I have never gotten up the nerve to actually do it. This book is wonderful as it is a great resource to surveying all that is out there in the market that can be done for improving skin without surgery (Botox, restylane, repair creams, peels, etc.).

I am in my late 30s and have pretty good skin but now I have learned of a few simple things I can be doing to maintain the good skin I have for as long as I can. There are concrete product recommendations based on your budget included in this book. I researched some of the suggested products on my favorite product review site and I have already bought 2 new types of products to try - one is even a drugstore brand.

The book is written in an easy to read format, like you are having a conversation with your own dermatologist. I think it's a great reference source for women (or men) who are curious about what options they have to have better skin.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not convenient for a handbook, May 21, 2010

By	Leah (China) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Surgery-Free Makeover: All You Need to Know for Great Skin and a Younger Face (Hardcover)

I am a cosmetic dermatologist. I like to recommend product guide to my patients. This book has introduced some helpful information for customers, but not that convenient to use as a handbook.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Can it really be helpful?, May 13, 2010

By	Chia (from Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Surgery-Free Makeover: All You Need to Know for Great Skin and a Younger Face (Hardcover)

I have read several books about skin analysis and skin care products. This is the one that can not give me a direction clearly. Some of the introduction mentioned are not from scientific basis. I am confused and not sure what to trust?