Reference guide contains information on the use of a rich arsenal of medicinal plants in the treatment of skin diseases and their use in cosmetology. The properties and mechanism of action of medicinal plants are presented, as well as recommendations for their use in the treatment of eczema, neurodermatitis, psoriasis, pyoderma, vitiligo, demodecosis, alopecia areata and cosmetics. Herbal medicine, as a rule, does not cause allergies and addiction, is well tolerated by patients, acts softer and in some cases gives a good lasting clinical effect, especially for chronic diseases. Therapeutic herbs can also be used for anti-relapse treatment in order to prevent exacerbations.