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Top 3 Factual Books About Beauty

By Heather Brannon, MD, About.com

Updated June 15, 2007

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Many books are published that claim to give the latest information about looking beautiful. These are the books that give the most factual information about all aspects of beauty. They are well researched and scientifically sound.

1. The Beauty Bible, 2nd edition

The Beauty Bible by best-selling author, Paula Begoun, is a well-researched book that contains the latest information about skin care and cosmetics. Paula's ultimate commandment is "Thou shalt be an informed consumer, because what you don't know can cost you dearly in terms of your skin, appearance, and money."

2. Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me, 6th ed.

Paula Begoun draws on her 25 years of experience as a makeup artist and cosmetics researcher to bring you the facts about cosmetic and skin care products. She gives some great information about skin care products and reviews over 240 cosmetic and skin care product lines.

3. Don't Go Shopping for Hair Care Products Without Me, 3rd ed.

Paula Begoun once again clears up the hype associated with the beauty industry. This time she examines all aspects of hair care. She presents some great, understandable information about the anatomy, biology, and chemistry of hair. She also reviews over 125 hair-care lines and explains how these products work.
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