The Science of Beauty - (DK Science of) by Michelle Wong (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Unlock the secrets of skincare and understand the science behind your favorite beauty buys. Cosmetic science expert Dr. Michelle Wong (a.k.a. Lab Muffin Beauty Science) answers over 100 beauty and skincare questions, revealing the truth behind the bold marketing claims and the latest trends. Decipher the ingredients that make your favorite shampoo and lipstick; find out the truth behind so-called 'sustainable' beauty products and how much sunscreen you really should be wearing; and discover the best skincare routine to follow, whatever your skin type." -- back cover.

Book Synopsis

Get the facts about the biggest beauty and skincare trends from Instagram's cosmetic chemist Dr. Michelle Wong.

Can tweakments do me any harm? Does deodorant cause breast cancer? Does eating chocolate give you acne? Do I need to wear sunscreen every day? What exactly is in my serum? Are collagen supplements the fountain of youth? What's the best way to fade scars? And is "clean beauty" as healthy as it sounds?

The Science of Beauty reveals the truth behind the bold marketing claims and viral TikTok trends and tells you what you really need to know about the products you use every day, form good habits, and learn what really works. Decipher the ingredients that make up your favorite shampoo, find out the facts about tweakments and chemical peels, and discover whether beauty brands can ever be truly sustainable.

Featuring over 100 frequently asked questions, informative graphics, and backed up by the latest research, cosmetic chemist and science educator Dr. Michelle Wong (a.k.a. Lab Muffin Beauty Science) has the answers we need to make the most of our beauty and body-care routines.

About the Author

Dr Michelle Wong is a chemist with over 20 years' experience as a science educator. As Lab Muffin Beauty Science, she debunks beauty myths and the science behind the biggest skincare and haircare trends to her 450K Instagram and 420K YouTube followers. Michelle has collaborated with L'Oreal, P&G, and Johnson & Johnson as part of her science education work, and has been profiled by The New York Times, Vogue Business, and Harper's Bazaar.