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Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… - Are Japanese mineral sunscreens effective, and what can their labels tell us? - What do we think of Brooke Shields’ Commence line for mature hair? - How does Hairstory New Wash work, and how does co-washing compare with shampoo? - Why can curls behave differently at the beach, and how do humectants affect them? - Is Vita Reset worth considering as a skin supplement? Beauty News - Beef tallow’s return to skin care: moistu...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Does Kerastase Thermique Heat Protectant work?What do you think of the Labo hair roll on serum?Do oils in body washes help with moisturization?Do derivatives of actives show good results?Is the Anua Azelaic Acid just clever marketing or is this actually a product?Beauty News What AI cannot sense about beauty Links from questions LABO products Anua azelaic acid - starting the controversy derms respond Approximate timestamps...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Does Peptonix really grow hair?What’s up with the new Skinceuticals C, E, Ferulic formulation? Is there any science behind DHT-3 blockers to promote hair growth?Does clear gloss dp-Hue work?Can you damage hair on purpose to get body?Relevant links Peptonix copper-peptide product SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic BosleyMD BosRevive non-color-treated hair shampoo dpHUE gloss range Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 1:00...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Do you have to worry about BHT in cosmetics?Are hair masks worth using?Will a biomimetic hair longevity serum reduce shedding?Can you mix products together to reduce irritation?What's the deal with QOAT Professional Hair Color?Perry and Valerie are back after their summer travels, with stories about Greece, Albania, cats, sidewalks, Texas heat, and a medical-testing catch-up before getting into the latest beauty news and l...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How does Olaplex Bond Shaper Curl Rebuilding work?Are plant stem cells reducing wrinkles?What chemical in hair color damages the hair?What’s a good sunscreen to use that won’t sting eyes?Is Le Balm solid moisturizer worth the price?Beauty News New tool to grade cosmetic ingredients. The future of beauty according to 5 top scientists. Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit Chat 3:40 - Tool to grade ingredients 8:30...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How do you know a study can be trusted?Are collagen supplements for skin a myth?What makes a hair conditioner condition? Is EGF worth the hype?Is exfoliation just as important as SPF?Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Trusting Studies 12:00 - Supplements and skin 18:30 - Hair conditioner 26:30 - EGF 30:25 - Exfoliation and SPF 40:00 - Ending Five Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Are benzoyl peroxide products dangerous?Is a UBEAUTY serum really a holy grail?What is the new sunscreen active approved by the FDA?Do you need more than 5% Niacinamide?How do keratin treatments work?Links in questions UBEAUTY serum Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 6:00 - Trigger warning: Nose injury story 9: 45 - Can AI be used to learn about active ingredients? 16:00 - Benzoyl peroxide lawsuit 2...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What are our thoughts on Herbal Face Food brand?Can eye creams make skin sensitive to the sun?Do we have recommendations for reducing C-section scars?Have we ever looked at the brand Timeless?What do Silymarin and Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate do for skin? Beauty News Science of scam? Boomer skincare vs Millennials Question links Herbal face food Authentic Ego Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 3:45...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Does sunscreen block skincare ingredients in makeup from working?What do you think of The Good Face Project for cosmetic formulation?Does AO2 Clear help treat acne?What would be a cheaper dupe for StriVectin Anti-Wrinkle Line BlurFector Primer?Do infrared hair tools damage hair, and do heat protectant oils actually work?Beauty News What happens when clean has to mean something Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chi...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Is it a good idea to put pure glycerin on skin?Can a salon professional attend a cosmetic chemist course?Why don’t all Amlactin lotions smell bad?Is there a good two in one shampoo on the market?Are there differences in ingredient quality between brands?Beauty News Why would dangerous chemicals be allowed in the us but banned in the EU? Register for Valerie's Hair Science course Extras: Perry's Kitten microneedling - ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What’s the difference between Cetaphil and AmLactin? How do you know if a sunscreen is delivering the SPF they claim?Are copper peptides better than retinol?How do you to stay smoother longer after shaving?Can extreme heat or cold affect the performance of a beauty product?Beauty News Is this really new technology? In cosmetics hot ingredient PDRN Best podcasts Animal products in cosmetics Approximate timestamps 0:00 ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… Does NAD skincare actually have real efficacy data?Do hair masks give better results if they are left on longer?Does shampooing after depositing the color weaken or degrade it?Is glycerin drying skin at high altitudes?Beauty News Refillable beauty products. Innovation or a gimmick? Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 8:45 - Refillable beauty products 13:20 - Listener feedback - estrogen skincare 16:10 - NAD skinca...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What are our thoughts on The Hair Multiplier from Le Jardin?We’ll look at Paula’s Choice new longevity serumWhat’s going on with Leaked Labs?Are various hair products bad for curls?Beauty News Taking beauty advice from scientists. Valerie's quoted article. Henkel buys olaplex Panthenol talk Supplier's day mentioned in the show Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 5:45 - Silicones and hair 9:00 - Takin...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What’s the scoop on rice protein for hair?Can one improve the texture of synthetic hair?Are azelaic acid and copper peptides compatible?Will Alpharet improve 60 year old hands?What are alternatives to Crown Affair’s air dry mousse?Beauty News Does rosemary oil help with hair growth? Rosemary oil vs minoxidyl What happened to Vegan brands? Cosmetic ingredient safety checker app. Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Ch...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What is nonenal odor and how do you minimize it? Does panthenol make a shampoo better?What’s an alternative to Matrix step one bleach amplifier?How expensive is it to test a product?How do you become a cosmetic chemist?Beauty News Wirecutter hired a chemist to tell if products were real or dupes. Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 7:00 - Who are the Beauty Brains? 19:00 - Real or Dupe products 28:30 ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Are there hydrogen peroxide free glosses for hair?Is retinaldehyde better than adapelene?What are our thoughts on cosmetics in terra cotta containers?Are oils or water better for locking in moisture to hair?How do you start your own skincare line?Beauty Questions Adapelene study - Clinical efficacy of adapalene (differin(®)) 0.3% gel in Chilean women with cutaneous photoaging Start a cosmetic line webinar Approximate times...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How much does it really cost to make products?Does goat milk have benefit on skin?Is the Paula’s Choice new serum amazing? Is Glycerin bad for hair?What ingredients should you look for in a makeup primer?Beauty News FDA doesn’t determine safety of PFAS Men’s skin care line. Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 4:00 - Beauty News 14:00 - How much do products cost 18:30 - Goat milk and Paula's Choics 28:...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What are your thoughts on Pantene’s Abundant and Strong system?Is The Ordinary Lash Curl Finisher safe?Do we have recommendations on barrier repair moisturizers?Are ionic hair dryers better for your hair?Is there anything unique about the Renpure Coconut Whipped Creme Leave-in Conditioner?Beauty News Top 10 beauty brands Beauty Question Below are two videos talking about the science of the hair care system: https://youtu.b...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… When do you need heat protectors in products?What do you think of color locker products from Fanola?Should we be worried about chemicals in our laundry detergent?Plus! our big start of the year prediction show! Predictions General trend Hot ingredient Celebrity launch Beauty News What’s the secret to good skin care? Have a lot of money C&T most popular stories of the year Strange skin treatments Approximate timesta...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Do low pH shampoos preserve color?Can a supplement provide you sun protection?What effects does hard water have on hair color?How significant are the health risks to taking topical tretinoin?What’s the difference between aerosol and non aerosol sprays?Beauty News NY SCC meeting FDA withdraws talc rule. New sunscreen in US Electrokinetics confirms BTMC is best conditioner! Question links Science direct article Cleveland cli...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Can you mix sunscreens to change the tint of the product?Is California Naturals a good hair care optionHow do you talk to a clean beauty believer?How do you control frizz?What’s wrong with Decyl Glucoside in hair care products?Beauty News Opinion issued on Tea Tree oil in products Unregulated masks are flooding the market 7 hair care launches shaping the future of products Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit ch...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How do you know when an ingredient is in a formula at a working %?Why would a company use a dangerous ingredient in their product?Do heat-less curls damage hair?What’s the deal with Milk Shake Direct Color?How do hair color products with conditioning effects work?Beauty News Science News - Valerie quoted speaking about the skin’s barrier Bond builders - do they work? Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 3:2...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How long do heat protectants last? Is there a meaningful difference between different red light therapy masks?Why would an anti-aging cream be really expensive?Can you just use rubbing alcohol to prevent itching and ingrown hairs?In an antioxidant balm, will the antioxidants absorb into the skin or stay on top?Beauty News Augustinus Bader backs Dua Lipa’s wallet-friendly line. Are beauty products going all become the ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Why would Differin be more irritating than prescription Adapalene?How do you know which retinol lotion to use?What is your opinion of k18 hair mask?Is Tubby Todd All Over Ointment really effective for baby acne?What ingredients help hair color last longer?Beauty News Chief sustainability officer steps down Really? Oral supplement can reduce wrinkles in 12 weeks Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 4:45 - Be...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… What do you think of the young goose line of productsHow do silicones work in hair care products?How does Cetaphil nourishing oil to foam cleanser work?Are those outdoor sunscreen stations providing effective product?Does light from your cell phone affect your skin?Beauty News 1. 5 recent breakthroughs in cosmetic science 2. Beauty industry giants collide for cosmetic safety to end ‘historical lack of collaboration’ 3. How r...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Why would a company reformulate a product?Do different hair products cancel each other out?What sources do you recommend where consumers can educate themselves?What hair ingredient could be staining your shirt?Is a lotion with CBD oil suitable for sensitive skin?Beauty News Pycnogenol in skin care K beauty causing problems? SPF updates: SPF 50 Sunscreen investigation Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit ch...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Is it a good idea to load up a product with active ingredients?What do you think of the Ziip Halo device?How do you remove mineral sunscreen from your skin?What do humectants really do in hair?What is Neogen plasma skin regeneration?Beauty News What the Hell Are Skin-Loving Cosmetics? Do you think that is true? I’m cynical but even I think that sounds a bit over the top. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vvht6jMYlY Pt...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Is the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology a reliable source for peptide information?How do you know if a product with an active has enough to be effective?Does topical estrogen improve skin?Do at-home microneedling devices work, and is hypochlorous acid spray for skin care?Is a salon detangler different than one you can buy in the store?Beauty News We were on the radio Washington State bans formaldehyde preservatives. ChatGPT...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover lots of questions including… How can you tell if a new product is just a name change or the formulas are different?Why can’t companies sell mousse sunscreens?Why is purple shampoo drying?What’s the deal with OS-01 peptide? / What are your thoughts on Molecular Mesh?How do you deal with rosacea? Beauty News Do collagen supplements really improve skin? Is VO5 better than Pantene Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 5:45 - Beauty news - Col...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Do non-UV wavelengths of light also damage the skinAre Dr Emi Arpa products truly innovative or just driven by trendy marketing? Does using an ultra-plush, water-only makeup remover cloth cause significant mechanical exfoliation?Are there baby products that people should use and avoid?Do facial serums work?Beauty News Ozempic face aging - Valerie is quoted J&J settles privacy lawsuit Approximate timestamps 0...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What is the right way to apply sunscreen sticks? What role do oils, butters, and silicones actually play in haircareDo you need less anhydrous sunscreen than lotion based ones?Do all hair masks work the same way?Beauty News PETA suspends Beauty without Bunnies program Can We Stop Hating on Chemicals In Skincare, Please and Thanks? Urban decay reformulation - is L’Oreal trying to cheapen the product? Price analysis of ...

Send us Fan Mail On this show Valerie is back and we cover... Does product build-up cause breakage?Is a chemical exfoliant better than a soft silicone scrubber? What are your thoughts about beef Tallow facial creams?Are rinse-free shampoos any good?Beauty News Safer Beauty Bill Martha Stewart launches a line Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 5:50 - Beauty news - Safer beauty bill 11:20 - Martha Stewart beauty 15:15 - product build up on hair 19:55 - Exfoliating 21:40 -...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Are the IS Clinical Hydra Cool products special?What do we think of the anti-aging and effectiveness of Pavise?What ingredients might be responsible for the great results in a conditioner?What can be done about under eye dark circles?How do you practice sun safety diligentlyApproximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 3:50 - Natural talk 11:05 - IS Clinical 17:10 - Pavise sunscreen 26:50 - Kerastas conditioner 32:1...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How do you know if a product is providing heat protection?What kind of damage can high force air do to wet hair?What makes a facial mask work amazingly?What is really important when using sunscreen?Do red light masks spur collagen growth?Beauty News Buzzy skincare ingredients - which do you think are the most promising? Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Chit chat 4:50 - Beauty News - Buzzy ingredients 14:55 - Beau...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How does different water affect the performance of hair products?Do you really need to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours?Can rinse out conditioner and a deep conditioner or mask be used interchangeably?Does Avene makeup removing micellar water really work?Are '20 free; or '12 free' nail polishes safer? Beauty News Peptides in moisturizers. Do you really need them? Troubling world of dupe fragrances Stop falling ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How do you know if a product has gone bad? Are the results from Retinol comparable to Retin A?Is Pantene bad for hair?Can you use skin products on your scalp?Is it ok to use a metal spoon to mix vitamin C?Are salt sprays safe to use? Beauty News Fat Mascara taking a break? The best shampoos for men? Sydney Sweeny bath soap sparks controversy Approximate timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:00 Chit Chat 8:20 Beauty News - Best...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of "The Beauty Brains," host Valerie George and guest Sarah discuss the latest beauty industry trends, including Pros’ new customizable scalp serum and the growing focus on scalp care. They share honest opinions on mass market versus premium shampoos, debunking common myths and highlighting their personal favorites. The conversation covers product effectiveness, ingredient misconceptions, and the importance of tailoring hair care to individual needs. They also...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Can you re-emulsify a broken product?How do you treat sunburned skin?Do you have to use the matching conditioner with a shampoo?How effective are heat protectantsDo regular hydrolyzed proteins build up on hair?Beauty News Protein to restart hair growth Hair color litigation Social media influencing ingredient choice Huda drops claims after saying it was the “strongest setting spray ever” Valerie on another podcast? Beauty ...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we answer questions like... What do you think about the hair loss product Calecim? What is the deal with Banana Boat's Light As Air sunscreen?Are personal care products filled with harmful toxins?What are your thoughts on the DECIEM company? Are they sketchy?And finally we’ll end with a series of patron hair questions.Beauty News NPR chemical story Huffpost toxic ingredients Best wrinkle creams according to Good Housekeeping Question links: Calecim products ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What is a good leave-in conditioner that has only a little bit of protein?What is special fraction petrolatum?Is wet hair more resistant to chlorine than dry?How does Violet #2 work in hair & what’s a hair toner?Can you layer an Ascorbyl Glucoside product over an L-Ascorbic Acid product?Beauty Science Best new skincare ingredients 1. Retinol Alternatives (e.g., Bakuchiol) 2. Malassezin 3. Growth Factors 4. Sturgeon DNA...

Send us Fan Mail It's a solo episode for Perry today as the Beauty Brains travel schedule made it too difficult to record together. But we'll be back together next show. In the meantime, enjoy these answers to a variety of questions sent in including... 1. Is Ethylhexylglycerin a suitable preservative?2. What are your thoughts about coenzyme Q10?3. Do hair thinning shampoos really help?4. What are the best ingredients for skin and hair?5. What do you make of this research article about parabe...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Are cosmetic products filled with microplastics? What do you do about facial hair?Is jojoba oil good to use with retinol?How can a formula with hypochlorous acid and azeleic acid be stable?How do you handle acne at the hair line?Beauty News Will printed skin replace animal testing? Is Gelatin the same as a Collagen supplement? Is California going to ban anti-aging products for people under 18? J&J Talc case update...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover questions including… Can you highlight hair after getting kenalog injections?Is protein overload a real thing?Can Witch hazel can prevent or get rid of acne?Is Alastin Skin Nectar beneficial?How can you deal with the razor burnBeauty News Are consumers really getting more educated? Time Stamps 0:00 - Intro and chit chat 5:10 - Beauty News 12:30 - Highlighting hair 14:45 - Protein overload 21:00 - Witch Hazel and acne 29:20 - Alastin skin nectar 35:...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover the following questions: Does beef tallow do anything for skin?What can you do to address the effects of second hand smoke on skin and hair? What should you consider when picking humectants?Why are cheap conditioners so thin?What does it mean for a fatty acid to swell?Beauty News Articles like this have been showing up in my feeds. 68 year olds spring skin routine made sagging skin 43% firmer? 47 year old skin became 42% firmer? Time Stamps 0:00 ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… Can you make your own grey treatment shampoo at home?Is an at-home micro needling system a great addition to skin care routine? What is squalene and why does my skin love products that have it in it?Why can’t you feel the menthol effect everywhere as strongly?What’s the difference between body lotion or cleanser and face lotion or cleanser?Beauty News Are beauty labels lying to you? Can you really create beauty products that ...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover questions including… How does a dye shampoo work?How do you deal with excessive sebum?Are dry shampoos dangerous?How can a company sell azaelic acid products without requiring a prescription?Does Sh-Polypeptide-9 stimulate capillary growth?Are natural fragrances toxic to aquatic life? Beauty News Biggest fragrance trends for 2025 What is antipollution beauty? Questions SkinSAFE Instant Dye Shampoo Vivier GrenzCine serum Time Stamps 0:00 - Intro and ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Can you mix chemical exfoliant with a hydrating serum to dilute the exfoliant?Is using a topical minoxidil for women safe to use on eyebrows?Does shampoo really strip all the lipids from your hair?Is the Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Cream properly preserved?Do we know of a good website to find allergenic ingredients in products?Beauty News First lawsuit of the year! What you should know about the toxins in beauty products. Qu...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover questions including… What are our thoughts on eye lash glues?What polymers are used in tubing mascara?What is inflammaging and is it going to be a big trend this year?Does Estriol cream live up to its claims?How do you restore hair's natural texture and manageability after washing? Beauty News Top 10 most beautiful women according to science? Best ingredients for mature skin Time Stamps 0:00 - Intro and chit chat - bug bites, cat in the wall update ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How much should you trust seals of approvals on product labels?What do you think of Brooke Shields hair care line?What makes a good lip mask and day cream?What are your thoughts on the Geek & Gorgeous brand?Why would a brand include two hydroquinone-based lightening creams with the same active ingredient and concentration?Beauty News FDA bans red #3 from food. Time Stamps 0:00 - Intro and chit chat - black eye, c...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover lots of questions including… How effective are growth factors in topical products?Can low dose Minoxidil pills treat hair loss in women?Does air drying cause more damage than blow drying?What shampoo & conditioner won’t weigh down fine hair?Can a dark spot serum work to reduce pigmentation?Beauty News The Rock - Papatui Study validates anti-aging benefit of collagen peptides? Time Stamps 0:00 - Introduction / chit chat 7:45 - The Rock hair care 10:30...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Is it ok to use self-tanner under your eyes and around your lips?Are PFAS the ingredients that cause products to self-foam?How can a silicone protect hair up to temperatures of 450 degrees?Are certain types of products worth getting the more expensive product?What is the chemistry of nanoplasty?But first… Beauty News FDA proposes new test for talc containing products. Walmart says it won’t hit its’s emission goals. Five Wa...

Send us Fan Mail On today's show, we just chit chat about the year in beauty, our goals for next year and answer a couple of questions. Thanks for all your support and we look forward to more Beauty Q&A in 2025!! Five Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com 3. Send it to us via social media (see links below) 4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question 5. Leave a v...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover questions including… What do you think of Oneskin products?Are there any good beauty finds in the EU that you can’t find in the US?Will hair water damage hair over time?Do you have to wash the sweat out of your hair every time?Can a cream really “firm” or lift the neck? Prediction show! Time stamps 0:00 - Intro and chit chat 5:00 - Prediction review from 2024 14:15 - Beauty predictions for 2025 25:30 - Oneskin products 29:00 - European Beauty Finds ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… What can you use to fight static?Is it ok for babies to eat sunscreen?What are the best ingredients to use for conditioning?What is the difference between body wash and hand soap?How does the performance of the various retinols compare to retin-A?Beauty News Company is being sued for calling themselves “natural” Beauty influencers. What do we think of these DIY options Time stamps 0:00 - Intro and chit chat 4:00 - Beauty New...

Send us Fan Mail It's a solo episode today but lots to cover including... Are quats in hair conditioners causing bacterial resistance?What do you think of WISH skin health products?Do more expensive heat protectant products provide better protection?How do you figure out whether hair is high or low porosity?Is it worth buying products online instead of in drug stores?Are patented ingredients really game-changers, or just marketing tricks?Time stamps 0:00 - Intro and chit chat 3:30 - Quaternar...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Can layering sunscreens make them less effective?Why can’t you use L’oreal wonder water on your scalp?What’s the history of using blue light to treat acne?Is it damaging to use a pre-treatment on hair?When can you call a formula a “dupe”?Beauty News The Beauty Brains were on the Pretty Curious podcast. Approximate timestamps 0:00 Chit chat - Pretty Curious podcast, Thailand, Lip problems 7:40 Vitamin C derivatives follow-u...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover the following questions… What is required to become a cosmetic chemist?Why don’t beauty products always have a safety seal on them?Questions about makeup spongesHair bonding questionsApproximate timestamps 0:00 Chit chat - Who's responsible for beauty industry misinformation? 6:00 Cosmetic Chemist Career question 15:30 Safety seals on cosmetics question 22:15 Makeup sponge question 27:30 Hair bonding question Five Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a...

Send us Fan Mail Sorry we haven't gotten an episode out in a while! I've been literally traveling (South America) and it was difficult to get a joint episode recorded. But Sarah Bellum stepped in and Valerie and her put together this episode where they talk about their favorite products. We'll be back next episode with all new Q&A! But for now, enjoy some Beauty Product Talk. Perry, 44 Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover lots of questions including… How can a cosmetic company claim their product “fixes” DNA errors?How does hair coloring and hair bleaching affect hair damage differently?Why isn’t there an SPF rating on hair care products that protect from UV damage?What are your thoughts about rejuran skincare?How good is 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid? How does the Rebond Leave-in Miracle Bond³ Building Mask work?Beauty News The next 5 years in Beauty Skin benefits o...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover lots of questions including… Are silicones like amodimethicone and dimethicone environmentally sound?Is it ok to use both a rinse-off and leave-on conditioner?What do you think of the dermatologist recommended brand (Defenage)Are there any problems with spraying fragrance on your hair?Is exfoliation just as important as SPF for maintaining youthful skin? Beauty News Shiseido is emphasizing the importance of fragrance in skin care Beauty Question lin...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover lots of questions including… What can Batanna oil do for hair? Is there a benefit to looking for “quat free” products?Can you use a clarifying shampoo more than once a week?Is there a difference between men’s and women’s products that treat thinning hair?Plus career advice!Beauty News Are fish guts going to help smooth your wrinkles? Are you paying too much for shampoo and conditioner? Selena Gomez is a billion dollar brand? Approximate timestamps 0...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Does a shampoo really contain 3% citric acid?Does deodorant work even if you have long armpit hair?How good are sulfate free detergents?What do you know about Albage & bioprogramming technologyIs the Andalou Oil Free Lotion effective and are the natural things in it gimmicks?Beauty News Collagen banking? Celebrity Athlete Launch Question links Kerastas shampoo - 3% citric acid? Andalou lotion Approximate timesta...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Does topical collagen really work?How good is the whatsinmyjar website?What is the best product/ingredient for long lasting hydration?How good is the Trophy Line Manely Long Hair Polisher as a daily leave-in?Is Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate & Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate the same ingredient?What is the isoelectric and isoionic point for hair and hair care products & should anyone care?Beauty News Women use more mak...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Can a scalp serum or electric wands actually help you regrow your hair? Is it ok to have alcohol in a hair product?What do you think of Mother Science and MalassezinWhat do you think about the Skingredients products?How does color changing makeup work?Beauty News Can brands really educate consumers? Clean beauty democratization? An advert linking deodorant to breast cancer is banned. Question links Mother Science Mala...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… Can using too much heat make your hair yellow?Can you turn your bronzer into an SPF 50 with drops from a serum?What is the actual difference between derma glow versus hydra facial consumer results vs clinical results?Is dimethicone bad for your scalp and hair?Are there any benefits to scalp cleanses?Beauty News California bill would ban selling skincare to kids under 13. Company is making bioidentical ingredients. Question notes ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Does tranexamic acid really help reduce hyperpigmentation?Can Rene Furterer products for "reactional thinning hair" do what they claim?Will eating hyaluronic acid improve skin?What’s the difference between derma glow versus hydra facial?Does Gucci Westman’s use a more potent form of Vitamin C?What silicones or other materials are good replacements for cyclopentasiloxane?Beauty News Can omega-3 supplementation reduce acne s...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of skin questions including… Does spraying magnesium on your legs help you sleep and relieve nausea?Are Olivada's waterless skincare products, which use pressed olive oil, truly effective and comparable to Botox?Is the new DIY vitamin C serum from Drunk Elephant safe, effective, and likely to be popular among consumers?What are the differences, pros, and cons of Morpheus 8 and Ultherapy for skin tightening?Can cheaper hyaluronic acid products be ...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover lots of questions including… Is a deep conditioner really needed?Is long hair bad for your pregnancy?What ingredients in hair products might make you lose hair?What hair products can we use that don’t have toxic chemicals in them?Do microneedles help ingredients work better?News Creating A Semi-Custom SPF Just Got A Lot Easier With Drunk Elephant’s Latest Launch Understanding the biomechanics of split hair. Question links Hairmayraki Reedle technology Fi...

Send us Fan Mail This is the 200th episode that Valerie and Perry have recorded together!! And in celebration we had a LIVE virtual audience made up of our patrons. But this is a regular show too so, On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Can face & body treatments and moisturizers be used on the scalp, and is it okay to use hada labo toner on the scalp daily?Is it true that hyaluronic acid should not be used frequently in dry weather?Can epsom salts really penetrate the sk...

Send us Fan Mail On this show we cover lots of questions including… Why are people putting estrogen cream on their face?Can a shampoo offset the negative problems of hard water?Why aren’t more beauty products sold in a concentrated form?When should you apply a leave-in conditioner?What advice do you have for a future cosmetic chemist?Beauty News Do gray hair delay products work? Top three innovative ingredients in Cosmetics. Celebrity launch Kate moss launches makeup Everist concentrat...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover your questions including… Is sun powder a sensation?Does a corneometer measurement prove a moisturizer works better?What does melatonin do in a body scrub?What does it mean when a shampoo claims it “promotes hair growth”?Can eyelash serum cause dry eyes?Beauty News Unilever settles a benzene lawsuit. J&J proposes new settlement Should you wear makeup while exercising? Actual exercise study Links relevant to Questions Sun powder T...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Are shampoos for different hair types all that different? Can topical products help skin once it’s aged?Should you buy tretinoin without a prescription?Do products that claim to get rid of stretch marks actually work?How does a clay mask make skin tingly and red?Beauty News Who are the biggest plastic polluters in the world? Five Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your que...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of hair questions including… What should you look for in hair care products to prevent frizz on humid days?What anti dandruff ingredients are ok for colored hair?How do you find a suitable dupe for an expensive conditioner?Can a product really repel water on the hair?Do heat protectants inhibit the ability to crimp hair?Are phytoestrogens helpful in skincare products?Beauty News Eye ointment product recalled Be wary of buying personal care produc...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of hair questions including… How do different hair bond repair products compare? What makes nail polish strengtheners work?Does skin know when it is too dry?What are exosomes and why are they in skin care products?Beauty News Velveeta hair color 72% of young males are using makeup? Serena launches a makeup line. Is Animal testing still a big problem in cosmetics? Five Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… Can silicones prevent the penetration of peptides into skin?What makes a hair spray brushable?Is the Revlonissimo shampoo safe to use?Does copper peptide turn vitamin C orange?What are the basic ingredients in a mascara formula?Beauty News: Benzoyl peroxide is bad? More Benzoyl peroxide news Sephora wins its Clean Beauty case The Rock launches a beauty line. Beauty Questions Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a messa...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What do we think of the Aeonia "Age Defyning Serum" Mainly, the claim is that it was tested in space?Why is hair mousse sold in the form of a foam?What ingredients in makeup make it waterproof or at least sweat resistant or water resistant.What happened to Tome products? Why are they so hard to find & why were they discontinued?What are companies using instead of silicones and sulfates?Beauty News Can the Dove br...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… What do you think of infrared hair dryers?How does a store brand like Equate compare to mainstream brands?How do you properly layer a moisturizer, a sunscreen and a foundation to avoid “flakiness”?Are UV/LED lash extension systems safe?Beauty News Is it a good thing that consumer demand dictates what ingredients formulators can use? A chemist tested Nivea and got shocking results! Beauty Questions Four Ways to Ask a qu...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… Is it true that a satin or a silk pillow case helps prevent frizz?What do we think of the White Tiger skincare collection?What is the most effective color to offset the Tyndall Effect?What are our thoughts on the bioprogramming technology?If Titanium dioxide is considered a possible carcinogen Why is it still used in lipstick?Beauty News Body Shop goes under? Michael Cera - Super Bowl commercial. Celebrity beauty brands exc...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover lots of hair questions including… Can hair be too healthy to curl?Does hair porosity matter when picking products?When is the best time to curl?Should you limit hair curling to once every three days?What’s the maximum temp to heat your hair?Do flat iron curls last longer than curling iron curls?What can you put on hair to make curls last longer?How can you tell the difference between hair conditioners?Plus a skin question - Can Adipeau plump up your f...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover questions including… Does freezing hair cause damage?Does skin get immune to the benefits of skin care products?What do we think of coconut oil for hair?Are collagen supplements for skin care a myth?What are the key ingredients in shampoos like Nioxin that make hair look more full?What makes Curel Hydratherapy Wet Skin Moisturizer a "water-activated moisturizer"?Beauty News Raw Milk is the latest beauty trend on TikTok? Doing your own rese...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we are going to cover some questions including… What is your opinion of microneedle patches?How do you know a study should be trusted?What makes a hair conditioner condition?Is efg (epidermal growth factor) worth the hype?Why do companies include ingredients they don’t talk about?Beauty News Pre-teens and teens skin care. Do they need it? Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart pho...

Send us Fan Mail Happy New Year! On today’s show we are going to cover some questions including… What are our thoughts of PatcH20 in skin care products?Does THDC degrade quickly due to oxidative stress?Is argeriline or matrixyl worth using?What are exosomes?How do keratin treatments work on hair and what the benefits and disadvantages are?** Sorry about my audio in the first 5 minutes. My microphone cut out and I had to use the inferior backup. It gets better after I noticed the p...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we answer questions about... What do we think of Coenzyme Q10Do depilatories make your hair grow more?Do you really need to shower every day? And what does ear wax have to do with it.Plus we review trend predictions from last year and our trend predictions for the coming year. Beauty News Unilever buy K18 Beauty Question links Paper about Depilatories and hair growth How to be Fine podcast Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message t...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode, we answer questions about... Do pharmaceutical grade claims mean anything?If my product smells like stinky feet or cheese, does it still work?Can Glycolic acid be used as a deodorant?Do salon hair brands really work better?Plus we review trend predictions from last year and our trend predictions for the coming year. Beauty News Trend predictions for 2024 More 2024 beauty industry predictions Tik Tok account of salon product question Four Way...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover Is there value in using "treatments" like Chi Silk Infusion in addition to leave in conditionerAre boutique face masks better than drug store face masks?Do some hair oil ingredients cause fewer breakouts than others?Are cosmetics manufactured in South Korea ok to use?Beauty News KFC launches a fragrance. Cosmetic Surgery Pictures Misleading Recall product alert Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patre...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover Can people with sensitive skin use retinol and vitamin C products?Are there different percentages allowed for body products as opposed to facial products?What skincare products should be avoided when using hypochlorous acid?Are there any at-home hair products that may interfere or damage my hair if combined with professional hair coloringWould using salicylic acid shampoo daily cause any harm, either to hair or scalp?Beauty News Most Americans don’t k...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we cover What is the difference between quick dry and long lasting nail polish?How are acid treatments for hair different than regular conditioners?Is it damaging to wet curly hair?Should you use antioxidant serums at night?What’s the difference between “pure” and “impure” retinol?Beauty News Lawsuits against hair relaxer companies move forward Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your sma...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we are going to cover Do you need multiple cleansers for your face?How can you prevent build-up on hair?Is there a downside to using hard water shampoos when you don’t have hard water?What are your thoughts on acid peels?Beauty Science Skin cancer preventing soap Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com 3. Send it to us via social media ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s solo show we answer questions about: Do Medicube devices work?Arey products-who is it good for and does it work?What makes Korean skin care products work so well?What are heat protection ingredients for hairDo beauty devices workWhat is the best oil for hairDoes treating hair with oil before shampooing helpDoes scalp / hair steaming have any benefitsAre hydrafacials helpfulWhat bond builder works bestDo hair-bo-ron hair devices work betterWhat is crystal deodorantW...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we answer questions about: How does Kerastase Therapiste Hair Serum make hair feel so good?Is there still formaldehyde in Brazilian Blowout?Do self-tanners rust your skin?Is it possible to reverse 2 years of hair damage in just 1 treatment?Beauty Science News J&J talc suit - Listener Vivian pointed this one out. Dismissed. AI creating fragrances Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can recor...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show Perry and Valerie answer questions about: Does mineral sunscreen prevent hyperpigmentation better than standard sunscreen?What do you think of blue land products?===== OneSkinWhen are there too many ingredients in a product?Beauty News US looking to ban animal testing. Virginia tech creates soap from plastic waste. Olaplex Dupes Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart phone...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we answer questions about: When should you buy a more cleansing shampoo?What are ingredients you recommend in a heat protecting product?Can you replace shampoo with apple cider vinegar?Is there any science behind the advice to squish when you condish?What makes VO5 Hot Oil work?Beauty Science News State of change transparency Jared Leto discontinues brand Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your qu...

Send us Fan Mail Perry is traveling and Valerie is moving so they weren't able to get a new show recorded. Here is a "best of" which will still be enjoyable. We'll be back next week with an all-new show! On today’s show we answer questions about: What we think of the Redken acidic bonding treatments?Should pregnant women avoid certain ingredients in lip gloss?Is retinol toxic?Should you be worried about potential asbestos contamination affecting talc in makeup products?Is pharmaceutical grad...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we answer questions about: Should you throw away products because of a beauty product app?Are lip primers just chapstick?Does sunscreen break down if it is heated too high?What claims about ethnic hair are true?Does Lamellar technology as found in Wonder Water work for hair?Beauty News AOC thinks you deserve better sunscreen. Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email ...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we answer questions about: Why are companies replacing ‘synthetic’ blurring ingredients?What’s the deal with The Ordinary/ Glycolipid Cleanser?Do you need a separate heat protector if you use leave-in conditioner?What is the dried foam that’s in my serum dropper?What do we think about expensive treatment dispersal system for a pricey serum?Beauty News Is Ageless the new Anti-aging? Men's personal care use Male skin care line Michael Strahan F...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we answer questions about: Is biotechnology going to revolutionize the beauty industry?Do products designed for tattoos actually work?Is it ok to mix retinol with regular skin care products?Does poly l lactic acid work as a topical ingredient?Beauty Question links Arcaea Tattoo skin care Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com 3....

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we answer questions about: What is hexylresorcinol doing in your skin care?How should you treat highlighted hair that’s getting crispy?Can you use benzoyl peroxide on your underarms?What’s the deal with sunscreens, do they really stop working?Is it ok to use dog conditioner on your hair?Beauty News Canada bans animal testing of cosmetics Do you know what’s in your makeup? Olay teams up with Kate the Chemist to talk about moisturizing skin Fo...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we answer questions about: Performance and Marketing of Hair ProductsEating Collagen for Skin BenefitsTreating Large PoresThe Droplet Device and Skin PenetrationFDA approval of at-home LED face masks Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com 3. Send it to us via social media (see links below) 4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a ques...

Send us Fan Mail On today’s show we answer questions about: Eyebrow laminationPFAS in mascara - are they dangerousHow does epsom salts affect hairDo bond builders strengthen hair’s cortexAnd what is hexylresorcinol doing in my skin careBeauty News Clean beauty in Canada Dr Rupa video discussed Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com 3. Send it to us via social med...