Book Review and Giveaway: Rodan and Fields’ Write Your Skin: A Prescription For Change

Posted on October 2, 2009 by futurederm

Recently, I was excited to receive a copy of the ultra-new, not-yet-released Rodan + Fields book, Write Your Skin: A Prescription For Change. The book, which will become available in bookstores in November 2009 and retail for $24.95, draws on 40 years of combined experience of the Stanford-trained Rodan and Fields team. According to Dr. Katie Rodan, M.D. in the official press release, “Our patients are our inspiration…Our goal with this book is to extend our patient privilege to women everywhere by offering the best skincare solutions straight from our offices…” With that said, the book includes all of the following topics, amongst others:

How to assess complexions like a dermatologist
What the most common skincare concerns are and options for treatment
How to combat the key aging culprits
How to reverse sun damage and restore a healthy, clear, even-toned complexion
About the latest cosmetic procedures and if they are right for you
When to self-treat and when to visit a dermatologist

Personal Opinions

As “cosmeceuticals” have combined medicine with mainstream skin care, Write Your Skin: A Prescription For Change cleverly entwines dermatology and scientific research with practical, down-to-earth advice. The book has enough elusive facts to entice the expert reader (e.g., 20% of sun damage occurs by age 23 with 10% incurring each decade thereafter), but eliminates enough jargon so as not to require a Ph.D. in chemistry. In fact, with beautiful photographic illustrations in 17 clearly delineated chapters, it’s easy and enjoyable enough to read in place of your favorite beauty magazine. (I recently took mine to the doctor’s office while waiting for my appointment!) I can’t say enough, and I’m a huge fan. Thank you for the wonderful book, Drs. Rodan and Fields – I find you to be so inspirational!

Want to win a copy?

In celebration of the fact that I love this book so much, FutureDerm.com is giving away a free copy on November 15, 2009! To enter:

Each “Comment” below receives one (1) free entry (must include email address for entry);
Each Twitter link to the contest receives three (3) free entries (must include @futurederm for entry)
Each link to the contest from your website or blog receives five (5) free entries (must e-mail contest[at] futurederm[dot]com with page link for entry).

All entries must be received by November 14, 2009 at 11:59 EST. All comments, Twitter links, and website links received will be assigned the appropriate amount of random numbers. Winner will be drawn from random number generation on November 15, 2009 at noon EST. Please note that FutureDerm.com reserves the right to withdraw this contest at any time. Winner will be announced on the site and contacted via e-mail on November 15, 2009.

Thank you for entering, and good luck! :-)

55 thoughts on “Book Review and Giveaway: Rodan and Fields’ Write Your Skin: A Prescription For Change”

lisa on October 2, 2009 at 7:47 pm said:

i hope they talk about more than pro-active .
tracy on October 2, 2009 at 8:03 pm said:

sounds like a must read
Elyse on October 2, 2009 at 8:48 pm said:

This looks like a very worthwhile book. I’d love to have a copy!
Jenny on October 2, 2009 at 9:03 pm said:

I’d love to read this book!
Tracy on October 2, 2009 at 9:43 pm said:

I love the topic of skin care so I would love to win this!
Joyce on October 3, 2009 at 5:44 am said:

Hi! This sounds like a good book. How does it compare with The Skin Type Solution and The Beauty Bible?
Ann on October 3, 2009 at 6:56 am said:

Thanks for the revview and opportunity to win
hina on October 3, 2009 at 11:36 am said:

I am a chemist and a medical aesthetician i really enjoy reading ur reviews and this sounds like an interesting book . ur doing a great job
Lori Kempton on October 3, 2009 at 2:06 pm said:

I got my autorgraphed copy last night! Let me know if you’d like to pre-order a copy! I can get it set up for you!
Liz on October 3, 2009 at 6:05 pm said:

I’m interested to see what information they have to offer. Sounds like a fun and practical read!
Eve on October 3, 2009 at 8:17 pm said:

OMGoodness. I could really use this book. I have suffered from acne my whole life and it is still a struggle. This book could really help me with my skin.

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Fan on October 3, 2009 at 11:40 pm said:

I’d love to get my hands on this book!
Viaa on October 4, 2009 at 10:33 am said:

I must say..I’m becoming a Futurderm addict. Love your blog! Keep up the fantastic work.
Beatriz on October 4, 2009 at 1:36 pm said:

Good book and good way to practise my english.
Gerianne on October 4, 2009 at 3:06 pm said:

sounds very informative and educational. i am always looking for literature that takes the confusion out of all the all the theories and skincare trends. i look forward to reading it!
Cam on October 4, 2009 at 6:49 pm said:

Wow, that sounds like a really great book! I, too, am slowly turning into a FutureDerm addict.
Janet on October 5, 2009 at 1:51 am said:

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Janet on October 5, 2009 at 1:52 am said:

if they can cure acne, I can’t wait to read about anti-aging !!
Lorese on October 5, 2009 at 7:18 am said:

Your Message
Lorese on October 5, 2009 at 7:19 am said:

I love FutureDerm and any information that will make my skin look younger and healthier.
Sandy on October 5, 2009 at 8:31 am said:

Sounds like an informative book!
Sandy on October 5, 2009 at 8:31 am said:

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Regina on October 6, 2009 at 3:50 pm said:

November 15th is my birthday so I hope I am lucky, Rodan & Fields have earned great respect in the skincare industry.
martha hoffman on October 7, 2009 at 11:40 am said:

my sister is a Rodan and Fields consultant, and although I am new to the products (not from her lack of trying). I am excited to try all the products. I love the Anti-Age. Can’t wait for the book. Sister said she went to conference and has a copy and its amazing!!
Amanda Fowler on October 7, 2009 at 1:04 pm said:

Cant wait to give this book to all my friends and family…. These Doctors are AMAZING….
Scarlet on October 8, 2009 at 10:52 pm said:

Your Message
Andie Aguiar on October 9, 2009 at 2:05 am said:

Please contact me to preorder this book for XMAS! angeliccomplexion@gmail.com
Every preorder will enter you in a drawing to win a enhancement/essentials product of your choice!
Ann Denise on October 12, 2009 at 8:21 am said:

Sounds like a great book!
Rita on October 12, 2009 at 1:04 pm said:

Never stop learning, right?
I’d love a copy.
Thanks so much.
Bren Blanco on October 13, 2009 at 6:12 am said:

This is a “must-have” book! Great for gift-giving! Who knew that 80% of our skin’s condition was up to us! Treat it well!
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Kimme on October 16, 2009 at 9:04 pm said:

I really hope I win! I have read the reviews for this book and it seems like there’s something for some one of all ages in it!
Frieda Shor on October 17, 2009 at 11:47 pm said:

I’ve always been a voracious reader, and gobbled up books like someone exposed to real food (Ben & Jerry, my 2 boyfriends;-)after a “cleansing diet”.

Beauty and Aesthetics have always intrigued me, and your company is quite familiar to me.

What could be better than receiving your book(Where are my manners? Congratulations!) and learning from your years of experience?

Would Love To Be The Recepient of What Is No Doubt To Be A Bestseller,

Warmly,

Frieda Shor
Frieda Shor on October 17, 2009 at 11:50 pm said:

I’ve always been a voracious reader, and gobbled up books like someone exposed to real food (Ben & Jerry, my 2 boyfriends;-)after a “cleansing diet”.
Beauty and Aesthetics have always intrigued me, and your company is quite familiar to me.
What could be better than receiving your book(Where are my manners? Congratulations!) and learning from your years of experience?
Would Love To Be The Recepient of What Is No Doubt To Be A Bestseller,
Warmly,
Frieda Shor
Sandy on October 22, 2009 at 6:52 pm said:

These Dr.’s have covered aging skin well in this book.
Linda on October 24, 2009 at 1:58 am said:

I have mature skin and many of the suggestions I find in magazines and on websites do not address problems specifically related to older women. I await release of your book in November and hope there is a section relating to my age group. At age 60+, most of the damage has been done. How do I do the best I can with what I have?
safia on October 25, 2009 at 3:13 pm said:

Would love to get a copy of it. Thanks Niki.
Kimba on October 27, 2009 at 1:10 pm said:

would love a copy of the book…I have been using their Rodan and Fieldsskincare line for 4 years now and my skin looks amazing!!! I have been able to reverse years of sun damage and acne scars. These doctors are wonderful!
Nicki Davis on October 27, 2009 at 7:21 pm said:

Can’t wait to read this book.!!!! These doctors products are amazing!
Keli Lawler on November 1, 2009 at 11:50 am said:

Dr Rodan & Fields really know skincare. There are so many promises made from thousands of skincare product lines. Many people don’t know what to believe, what really works and what ingredients are best for thier skin issues. Dr Rodan & Fields tell it like it is and are not biased even though they sell thier own line of products.
I would love to read their new book.
Renee G on November 1, 2009 at 10:55 pm said:

Would love a copy of this book.
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Renee G on November 1, 2009 at 10:58 pm said:

Would love ti gave a copy of this book.

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Darcy B on November 1, 2009 at 11:38 pm said:

I would love to read this–I have problem skin–I have tried everything –it’s always the same things work for the first 2 weeks–then my pores get clogged and I get large pores and blemishes.
Denise Garcia on November 7, 2009 at 12:51 pm said:

Adore these women and love their products. My skin looks amazing and has its glow back. Would love a copy of the book to share. Met these two women in Phoenix and do they look awesome also.
Denise Garcia on November 7, 2009 at 12:52 pm said:

These women really know their faces and would love to read what new things they have to say.
Heather on November 7, 2009 at 1:03 pm said:

I love Rodan and Fields skin care so much that I am a consultant. Go to my website and let the doctors help you. http://www.heathercotton.myrandf.com
let me know if you have any questions. If you are interested in joining the doctors let me know also.
Heather on November 7, 2009 at 1:06 pm said:

I would love to have another book. I love it and it would make a great christmas present. Go to http://www.heathercotton.myrandf.com and try thier great products risk free for 60 days.
Stacy on November 10, 2009 at 3:44 pm said:

I am a Rodan & Fields consultant and am really excited to share this book with my customers!
Karen on November 14, 2009 at 6:01 pm said:

The book seems intriging. I am always on the look out for skin education.