The Ciminelli Solution: A 7-Day Plan for Radiant Skin

by Susan Ciminelli

Stress and anxiety can wreak havoc on skin, resulting in acne, eczema, dry patches, rosacea, loss of elasticity, and premature aging. But before opting for Botox injections, laser treatments, and harsh chemical peels, try a healthier approach. Susan Ciminelli, skin-care expert to the stars and owner of the New York City day spa that bears her name, believes that the skin is a mirror of one's internal environment. The right lotions and creams are just one piece of the What you put into your body, and, most important, the foods you eat play vital roles in your skin's health and appearance. The Ciminelli Solution approaches skin care from the inside out, combining recipes, exercise tips, and treatment suggestions in a seven-day program that brings the mind, body, and soul into balance, resulting in flawless skin. Susan's step-by-step, day-by-day cleansing program is designed to jump start a healthier way of living and eating, without deprivation. This isn't a strict, clinical regimen. Instead, Susan takes the spa approach, focusing on what you should give to your body, not what you think you should take away. Susan shows how eating certain foods gives skin renewed vitality, beauty, and longevity, and explains what to eat -- and what foods to avoid -- to achieve a healthy, glowing complexion. In addition to flavorful recipes for dishes such as Wild Salmon Burgers, Herb-Roasted Chicken, and her famous Adzuki Bean Soup, Susan includes recipes for facial masks, scrubs, and peels using all-natural ingredients, like honey, pineapple, and olive oil. The Ciminelli Solution will improve your quality of life by detoxifying your system, increasing energy, and ultimately giving you a radiant, glowing complexion.

256 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 2006

Reviews

[David G Fields · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book isn’t just about skin care, it’s about healthy body and mind and how they can impact your skin. The book begins with an explanation of gut physiology and how different foods are processed by the body. Susan then breaks down the different types of skin and explains how best to care for each. She lists examples of daily routines that will improve your overall health. The book never feels judgemental or preachy. She never says “don’t eat this ever” instead she makes suggestions on things to limit because they can negatively impact your health and possible alternatives. The book includes dozens of her recipes made with whole food ingredients. I also found it interesting that even though she owns a line of skin care products, she does not promote only her line, she gives lots of options for every budget and household. In the recommended products list in the back of the book ONLY ONE is even from her line. The book is really about how to be the healthiest you. It does seem a little dated now as it was published in the early 2000s but she was definitely ahead of her time. Highly recommend.

[Stefanie Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Julie · Rating 2 out of 5]

This woman most likely has OCD.