Prof. Yan Valle is a distinguished authority on vitiligo, his narrative uniquely shaped by personal battles and professional achievements. His journey over four decades covers the spectrum from challenging misdiagnoses and emotional struggles to pioneering treatments in the field.

At the helm of the Vitiligo Research Foundation for over a decade, Prof. Valle has transformed global perceptions of vitiligo. He has elevated it from being viewed as a 'forgotten disease' to a condition recognized and accepted within the fashion industry. His book encapsulates this extensive experience, offering an insightful shortcut through the complexities of vitiligo. It is a work imbued with wisdom, empathy, and deep expertise.