Clean : the new science of skin
(Book)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Keeping skin healthy is a booming industry, and yet it seems like almost no one agrees on what actually works. We have not cured acne or eczema, allergies keep getting worse, and autoimmune conditions are becoming increasingly common. Hamblin believes our overuse of soap, sanitizers, and untested, misleading skin-care products may be to blame for many problems. Our skin microbiome-- the trillions of microbes that live on our skin and in our pores-- influence everything from acne, eczema, and dry skin to how we smell. The new goal of skin care will be to cultivate a healthy biome-- and to embrace the meaning of "clean" in the natural sense. -- adapted from jacket.