Cosmetics for skin, hair, and nails play a vital part in the management and treatment of many dermatological conditions; unfortunately, they may also at times be the cause of some dermatological problems. Dermatologists need to have a working knowledge of over-the-counter products to answer patient questions, make product recommendations to prevent disease recurrence, select products useful in disease maintenance, and enhance appearance. This text bridges the worlds of skin, hair, and nail care formulation, chemistry, ingredients, function, and utility for the physician.

Zoe Diana Draelos MD, FAAD, is a research and clinical board-certified dermatologist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She is in solo private practice in High Point, North Carolina, and a Consulting Professor of Dermatology at Duke University. In 1988, she founded Dermatology Consulting Services, PLLC, to initiate and perform research in aging skin, acne, rosacea, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, actinic keratoses, eczema, and aesthetic procedures in the cosmetic, OTC drug, and pharmaceutical arenas.

Matthew Michael Draelos, MD, PhD
Duke University School of Medicine
Durham, North Carolina, USA