Skincare

A reader asked us about the risks and potential complications of cosmetic surgery. This is, of course, a complex question that deserves a nuanced, thoughtful answer. Read more

At Charlotte’s Book, our job is to stay at the forefront of new products, buzzy ingredients, and trends. We give our honest opinions on all things beauty and share what’s worth the hype (and what’s not). Read more

Who wants to spend their summer worrying about body hair every day? Waxing and shaving can be tedious, we get it.  A lot of people look to laser hair removal as an option.   Read more

At Charlotte’s Book, our job is to stay at the forefront of new products, buzzy ingredients, and trends. We give our honest opinions on all things beauty and share what’s worth the hype (and what’s not). Read more

At Charlotte’s Book, our job is to stay at the forefront of new products, buzzy ingredients, and trends. We give our honest opinions on all things beauty, and share what’s worth the hype (and what’s not). Read more

Every once in awhile, a particular ingredient (edible or otherwise) gets a ton of press and starts appearing in everything from drinks to lotions. Why? Read more

At Charlotte’s Book, our job is to stay at the forefront of new products, buzzy ingredients, and trends. We always make sure to give our honest POVs on all things beauty, and share what’s worth the hype (and what’s not). Read more

As a dermatologist, my priority is the safety and comfort of my patients. That means I’m always on the lookout for new technologies and techniques that provide a more comfortable treatment experience. Read more

You’ve probably read a few things about how New York City tap water is the best in the nation—that may be true, but there are still tons of trace chemicals and bizarre compounds that can do a number on your pretty face. Read more

These days, a record number of people are opting for lip enhancement procedures. In fact, lip augmentation is the second-fastest growing cosmetic procedure in the US, ahead of even breast augmentation. Read more

I’m a big believer that a happy gut means better overall health, including skin health. Just like the skin, the gut has its own unique microbiome (the microorganisms in a particular environment), and if the microbiome gets disrupted, there are consequences not just for the digestive system, but for other organs as well. Read more

With so many kinds of specialized doctors out there, lots of people forego regular visits to a dermatologist, opting to go only if something is seriously wrong. Read more