derm school

Are you building a hut or a mansion?

Are you building a hut or a mansion?

root was formulated to give even the least skin-savvy human on earth all the tools to build the strongest skin both from the inside-out and from the outside-in.

Vanessa Lapiner
DANGER, DANGER, DANGER

DANGER, DANGER, DANGER

You need to stop your retinoid in summer…TRUE OR FALSE? For those of you here for the quick answer, this is… FALSE! Read why!

Vanessa Lapiner
A gut feeling about your skin?

A gut feeling about your skin?

If your skin's been feeling unusually reactive, dull, or just off, it might not be your products—it might be your gut.

That's right. Those trillions of microbes hanging out in your digestive tract? They're not just digesting your kale-they're influencing your inflammation levels, your hormone metabolism, your mood... and yes, your breakouts and pigmentation too.

Vanessa Lapiner
Smart Skincare

Come on Barbie let's do skincare smartly

In a ‘plastic’ world where the pursuit of flawless, doll-like skin dominates, root4 rejects unrealistic beauty standards and excessive skincare regimens. Who needs a convoluted line-up of confusing skincare steps when you can simplify your routine with multifunctional, targeted products and intelligent, streamlined formulations? With the power of innovation and science, root4 takes the guesswork out of your skincare regimen, delivering remarkable results without the fuss.
Dr Vanessa Lapiner
skincare

Marriage Or A One Night Stand?

When it comes to your skin, are you looking for thrilling one-nightstands or a stable, enduring relationship? Here comes a dermatologist pearl… Consistency pays the best dividends in skincare. Consistency...
Dr Vanessa Lapiner
Give Your Skin A Pep Talk

Give Your Skin A Pep Talk

IT’S SPRING! So why if it’s the season of renewal, is your skin still looking winter blah?!?!? TIME TO GIVE YOUR SKIN A PEP TALK! DO IT WITH PEPTIDES: WHAT...
Dr Vanessa Lapiner
SUNSCREEN 101

SUNSCREEN 101

Would you ever design your dream house with a home theatre and indoor swimming pool but without a kitchen or bathroom? That’s exactly what you are doing when you are...
Vanessa Lapiner
The proof is in the pudding, not the individual ingredients!

The proof is in the pudding, not the individual ingredients!

At root, we’re on a mission to make science-backed solutions that deliver real results accessible.Our dedication to scientifically-validated efficacy sets us apart. We don’t just talk the science – we...
Dr Vanessa Lapiner
Good lighting in a tube

Good lighting in a tube

Can you get an insane head-turning ‘lit-from-within’ glow without fancy highlighter and concealer techniques?ABSO-‘LUMINOUS’-LY!Get the ultimate in reflective and protective hydration with our 3D Defense SPF50 Mineral Sunscreen’s Light Refractive...
Dr Vanessa Lapiner
Unveiling the 'corny' truth: jaw-dropping hydration results

Unveiling the 'corny' truth: jaw-dropping hydration results

Yes our award-winning Complete Serum contains not one but – TWO powerful water-binding powerhouse ingredients – hyaluronic acid and glycerin – but how can we be sure that it’s actually...
Dr Vanessa Lapiner
28 Days to lightening stubborn pigmentation

28 Days to lightening stubborn pigmentation

Pigmentation is PMS, road rage and tear-your-hair-out frustration all rolled into one. I tell my patients that there is no magic bullet and if anyone tells you that there is...
Dr Vanessa Lapiner
Bumpy forehead be gone!

Bumpy forehead be gone!

Pesky little bumps under the skin on your forehead AKA closed comedones are a real pain in the…FACE!Heres how to get rid of them:-Understand the Cause:Closed comedones are caused by...
Dr Vanessa Lapiner