An authoritative overview of contemporary approaches to integrative skin health The popularity of integrative medical treatment of skin disorders has increased significantly in recent years requiring practicing clinicians to keep pace with continuingdevelopments in dermatological research and methods. Advances in Integrative Dermatology offers a comprehensive survey of this dynamic field, providing up-to-date information on both preventative and therapeutic approaches to skin health. Combining clinical medicine with complimentary treatment plans, integrative dermatology provides an innovative perspective to individual patient care. This essential text explores new research in areas including the effects of stress and pollution on the skin, the importance of high-quality sleep, complementary methods of averting skin conditions, and more. Recognizing the impact skin disorders have on physiological, psychological, and emotional health, editors Katlein Fran a and Torello Lotti illustrate key components of inclusive skin health strategies, such as therapeutic diets and nutritional supplements, topical botanicals, and other complementary therapies. Filling a significant gap in current literature on integrative dermatology, this valuable resource: Answers the common questions asked by patients in real-world dermatology practices Addresses pervasive misconceptions of integrative dermatological methods and principles with evidence-based review of current practices Examines contemporary research in the diagnosis and treatment of dermatological disorders Presents comprehensive treatment options for a wide range of conditions such as rosacea, melanoma, and psoriasis Advances in Integrative Dermatology is an indispensable volume for physicians seeking to incorporate holistic techniques into their practices, expand their knowledge of integrative medicine, and provide the best possible care for their patients.

An authoritative overview of contemporary approaches to integrative skin healthThe popularity of integrative medical treatment of skin disorders has increased significantly in recent years--requiring practicing clinicians to keep pace with continuingdevelopments in dermatological research and methods. Advances in Integrative Dermatology offers a comprehensive survey of this dynamic field, providing up-to-date information on both preventative and therapeutic approaches to skin health. Combining clinical medicine with complimentary treatment plans, integrative dermatology provides an innovative perspective to individual patient care.This essential text explores new research in areas including the effects of stress and pollution on the skin, the importance of high-quality sleep, complementary methods of averting skin conditions, and more. Recognizing the impact skin disorders have on physiological, psychological, and emotional health, editors Katlein França and Torello Lotti illustrate key components of inclusive skin health strategies, such as therapeutic diets and nutritional supplements, topical botanicals, and other complementary therapies. Filling a significant gap in current literature on integrative dermatology, this valuable resource:* Answers the common questions asked by patients in real-world dermatology practices* Addresses pervasive misconceptions of integrative dermatological methods and principles with evidence-based review of current practices* Examines contemporary research in the diagnosis and treatment of dermatological disorders* Presents comprehensive treatment options for a wide range of conditions such as rosacea, melanoma, and psoriasisAdvances in Integrative Dermatology is an indispensable volume for physicians seeking to incorporate holistic techniques into their practices, expand their knowledge of integrative medicine, and provide the best possible care for their patients.

Acknowledgements ixForeword xiList of Contributors xiii1 Advances in Integrative Dermatology: Modifying the Concepts from the Past to Change the Future of Dermatology 1Katlein França and Torello Lotti2 Psycho-Neuro-Endocrine-Immunology: A Psychobiological Concept 9Torello Lotti and Katlein França3 Psychoneurocutaneous Medicine 25Mohammad Jafferany, Paul Pastolero, and Katlein França4 Acne 33Bárbara R. Ferreira, José C. Cardoso, José P. Reis, and Américo Figueiredo5 Rosacea 57Victor Gabriel Clatici and Cristiana Voicu6 Seborrheic Dermatitis 71David E. Castillo, Ilana Gunczler, Katlein França, and Jonette Keri7 Autoimmune Skin Disorders 89Francesca Satolli, Miriam Rovesti, and Claudio Feliciani8 Vitiligo 103Serena Gianfaldoni and Torello Lotti9 The Combined Approach to Atopic Dermatitis 119Christopher Bridgett, Peter Norén, and Richard Staughton10 Psoriasis 131Uwe Wollina11 Urticaria 145Li-Ping Zhao and Xing-Hua Gao12 Lichen Planus and Lichenoid Disorders 163Valeria Mateeva and Snejina Vassileva13 Itch: An Integrative Approach 187Radomir Reszke and Jacek C. Szepietowski14 Infections of the Skin 231Carmen Maria Salavastru, Adelina Maria Sendrea, Stefana Cretu, and George Sorin Tiplica15 Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer 257Anagha Bangalore Kumar, Yasser Al-Qubaisy, and Katlein França16 Melanoma 271Karls Raimonds17 The Microbiome in Hair Disorders 289Andy Goren, Maja Kovacevic , John McCoy , Mirna Situm, Zeljana Bolanca , Andrija Stanimirovic, Rachita Dhurat, Jill Chitalia , Aseem Sharma, and Torello Lotti18 Integrative Treatment for Chronic Wounds 295Evan Darwin, Alexandra R. Vaughn, and Hadar Lev-Tov19 Diet and Skin 321Veronica Di Nardo, Farah Daaboul, Catherine E. Amey, and Victoria Barygina20 Supplements and Skin 345Veronica Di Nardo21 Water and Dermatology 351Belma Türsen22 Sleep and Skin 361Ladan Mostaghimi23 Exercise and Skin 367Veronica Di Nardo, Aurelio Conte, Francesca Finelli, and Torello Lotti24 Skin and Pollution 379Katerina Damevska, Suzana Nikolovska, Jana Kazandjieva, Bisera Kotevska Trifunova, and Georgeta Bocheva25 Cosmeceuticals 393Jaishree Sharad26 Botulinum Toxin: Cosmetic and Noncosmetic Dermatological Uses 413Jaishree Sharad27 Ayurvedic Dermatology 457Anagha Bangalore Kumar, Sushmitha Grama Srinivasan, and Raghavendra Rao28 Acupuncture 467Paolo Amori and Liguori Aldo29 Moxibustion in Dermatology 477Ümit Türsen and Begüm Ünlü30 Cupping Treatment in Dermatology 483Begüm Ünlü and Ümit Türsen31 Biofeedback 487Jacopo Lotti32 Meditation, Hypnosis, and Psychotherapy for Skin Disorders 503Philip D. Shenefelt33 Dermatoethics and Dermatobioethics in Integrative Dermatology 513Reginaldo de França, Aparecida Porto França, and Katlein FrançaIndex 521