Have you ever had a day so bad you’d do anything to escape the world? Believe it or not, I do that every night after my skincare routine. And no, I’m not talking about drugs. Instead, I’m talking about another addictive habit, but one that does wonders for your brain.
I’ve always been a reader – there’s just something about shutting out the world and getting lost in a good book. As a millennial who loves reading, this is a great time to be alive! There’s a juicy new book out almost every other week. And as a millennial who is obsessed with skin (and has tried every ghar ka nuskha she could whip up as a child), it’s an even better time to be alive.
If you’re anything like me, slap on a sheet mask and get your hands on these books (that shell out secrets beyond what Instagram tells you) that boost your brain and skin power.
Dermatologist-Approved
The Skincare Answer Book – Dr Jaishree Sharad
You know you can trust every word in this book because it comes from a leading celebrity dermatologist. The book is written in a question-answer format and tackles everything you can think of – from hydration to hyperpigmentation.
Skin Sense – Dr Kiran Sethi
If you’re always confused about ingredients and what you should use based on your skin type, Dr. Kiran has your back. This book covers everything from procedures to serums so you can glow from the inside out.
The Skincare Bible – Dr Anjali Mahto
If you’re tired of all the noise around skincare and need a no-nonsense approach, this guide by the UK’s leading dermat has you covered.
How To Get Glass Skin – Dr Anupriya Goel
Glass skin is a phenomenon that’s never going away. If you’ve always wanted to attain the glass-skin look but haven’t been able to, this book is your saving grace!
Beyond Soap – Dr Sandy Skotnicki
If you’re paranoid about the effects of different products on your skin, this book isn’t for you. In it, Dr. Skotnicki explores the impact of overindulgence in skin care and its harmful effects.
Skin Revolution – Dr Vanita Rattan
Dr Vanita’s expertise lies in skin of colour—a category we Indians fall under. This book covers everything from refining a skincare routine to understanding ingredients and busting myths—a one-stop shop if you will!
Brand Owners
Don’t Go To The Cosmetics Counter Without Me – Paula Begoun
You know to take a book seriously when it’s been written by one of the most influential women in the industry. The founder of Paula’s Choice, Paula Begoun reveals how to find products without overspending. She breaks down good and bad products and tells you what’s worth trying and what’s not.
Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual – Bobbi Brown
Ace makeup artist Bobbi Brown’s hacks, from skincare basics to every detail about the makeup on your face, are packed into this book. If you’re a makeup junkie and want to try out hacks not even TikTok has heard of, this is your holy grail!
Skin Cleanse – Adina Grigore
In this comprehensive guide, the founder of S.W Basics, a skincare brand that uses no more than five ingredients in every product, makes it easy to switch to natural skincare. She reveals what the words “organic” and “all-natural” mean, among other things.
The Little Book of Skin Care – Charlotte Cho
Cho, the founder of Soko Glam, is also the founder of the term “10-step Korean Skincare Routine.” This is a must-read for all those invested in attaining that Korean skin-like glow.
Essentially Mira – Mira Kulkarni
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build. beauty brand from scratch, you need to read this. Kulkarni takes you through her journey of building Forest Essentials, and all the ups and downs she faced to finally make it to the top.
The French Beauty Solution – Mathilde Thomas
If you’re always asking your friends to bring you French pharmacy products and are obsessed with how French women ensure their skin continues to look young, this one’s for you. Written by Mathilde Thomas, the founder of Caudalie, this book is the last beauty regimen you’ll ever need.
Beauty Unbottled – Kavita Khosla
Kavita Khosa, the founder of Purearth, brings her experience in Ayurveda to this book. The book debunks urban
beauty myths, drawing upon scientific research and time-honoured classic Ayurvedic texts.
Expert-Approved
Glow – Vasudha Rai
From basic garden-variety fruits and vegetables to potent Ayurvedic herbs, this book tells you what to eat to ensure beauty inside and out. It is a holy grail for those who love DIYs and believe that a ghar-ka-nuskha is the cure and the path to the best skin ever.
Skin Deep – Bee Shapiro
If you’ve always wanted to know the skincare routines of the most popular and widely photographed people, this book of 40 columns by Shapiro will be your guilty pleasure!
The Skinny Confidential’s Get the F*ck Out of the Sun – Lauryn Evarts Bosstick
In this book, influencer Lauryn Evarts Bosstick delves into every question you’ve probably thought of when caring for your skin. Plus, she’s interviewed experts from the industry like Patrick Starr, Bobbi Brown, Dr. Dennis Gross, Dr. Barbara Strum and more for scoop you don’t want to miss out on!
And if you’re not much of a reader, they also make for some really good coffee table books – I mean look at the covers!
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