Dr. Baumann is also known throughout the skin care community as founder of the University of Miami's Cosmetic Center (UMCC) in 1997, the first of its kind in the United States.

It was previously thought by skincare experts that there were only four basic skin types: oily, dry, sensitive, and combination.

Dr. Baumann discovered through her research that there are actually 16 diverse skin types!

The most useful application of these findings is that an individual’s approach to keeping his or her skin healthy can now better reflect the unique needs of their skin.

The purpose of Dr. Baumann’s book “The Skin Type Solution,” is to help individuals determine their skin type from one of sixteen diverse types described by Dr. Baumann, and then find out which skin care products will work best with that particular skin type and how to use them.

Prior to “The Skin Type Solution,” most people used a “one-size-fits-all” approach to skin care. Whatever the hottest or most popular product on the market was, they bought it. However, once one identifies their unique skin type on Dr. Baumann’s continuum, he or she can then buy products that will better meet the needs of their skin, keep the skin looking healthy, and keep skin looking its best. Dr. Baumann believes that if you can find products that better suit your skin, you will save not only time and money, but you will also get the best results too!

“The Skin Type Solution” first guides readers through a skin type profile to help readers determine their skin type. Once their unique skin type is determined, Dr. Baumann then provides product recommendations for to create the most effective skin care routine. Along with instructions for how to best use particular skin care products to meet the unique needs of a particular skin type, Dr. Baumann also provides products choices to meet virtually any budget.

For more information on Dr. Leslie Baumann, skin types, or “The Skin Type Solution”, visit www.sixteenskintypes.com where you can also ask Dr. Baumann a question, read her blog, newsletter or a post in her forum, and even order “The Skin Type Solution” from the comfort of your living room.