The Beauty Brains
Discover the beauty and cosmetic products you should use and avoid
Real scientists answer your beauty questions
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Jan 15, 2020 • 51min
How do cosmetics impact the environment? episode 206
Send us a textBeauty Science News stories On today’s program we are going to talk about a couple of beauty industry news stories and answer your questions about… Aluminum hydroxide in topical products Whether lip scrubs are worthwhile The environmental impact of cosmetics And what the differences are between bentonite and charcoal in a facial mask Beauty Science […]Support the show
Jan 8, 2020 • 33min
Do you need to reapply sunscreen indoors? episode 205
Send us a textIt’s a special episode with Perry and Sarah Bellum. On today’s episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Do you need to reapply sunscreen if I’m indoor all day? Why is ferulic acid used with vitamin C? Are vampire facial good for your skin? Why isn’t there more recycling? Does Revitalash really […]Support the show
Dec 31, 2019 • 37min
Year end wrap up – episode 204
Send us a textHappy New Year! We take a look at some of the hottest trends in the beauty industry in 2019 including clean beauty, CBD, Indie beauty and waterless beauty. Then we give our predictions for the hottest trends coming in 2020. We’ll get back to answering beauty questions in our next show. Follow the Brains Thanks […]Support the show
Dec 24, 2019 • 46min
Are high quality cosmetic ingredients a thing? #203
Send us a textOn today’s episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Quality of ingredients versus price of the product? The Curly Girl Method and Parabens? What it’s like to work in the cosmetics industry Do you have to wait after applying Vitamin C? Beauty Science News stories Is your old makeup is contaminated? Here’s […]Support the show
Dec 11, 2019 • 33min
CBD in cosmetics – Waterless products – and hair dye cancer scare – episode 202
Send us a textOn today’s episode we just felt like ranting! Today we cover 3 beauty science topics that have affected the beauty world. Here you’ll get the cosmetic chemist and formulator take on the following topics: Hair dye and a link to cancer Waterless formulas and whether they are superior CBD – is it really linked to […]Support the show
Dec 4, 2019 • 38min
Will meadowfoam seed oil help your face? episode 201
Send us a textOn today’s episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Is meadowfoam seed oil making skin less itchy? Can rinse off conditioner give you acne? Does Este Lauder own Bobbie Brown? What is Indie Beauty? What’s the deal with oils and hair? Beauty Science News stories What do you make of these “waiting […]Support the show
Nov 26, 2019 • 16min
Stem cells in cosmetics – Beauty Brains rewind episode 166
Send us a textCovered on this episode: Beauty Science stories: Cruelty free products are free from cruelty. EWG on the Kardashian’s show – Beauty Questions: Are human stem cells effective in anti-aging products? Coincidentally, I just read a story about a new skin care product that incorporates both plant and human “stem cells.” This type of marketing is […]Support the show
Nov 19, 2019 • 52min
Fragrance free hair care and No-BS skincare – episode 200
Send us a textThe Beauty Brains answer questions about… Why can’t I find more fragrance-free hair products? Living Proof hair care (is the price worth it?) What’s the deal with No-BS Skincare Can magnesium be used for cleaning? Beauty News Skin care in the dairy aisle – will probiotics help strengthen skin and hair? There isn’t a lot […]Support the show
Nov 12, 2019 • 41min
Collagen for skin, tea tree oil for acne and other beauty questions – episode 199
Send us a textThe Beauty Brains answer questions about… Should you take collagen supplements? Is there a difference between men & women’s hair care? Is tea tree oil is as effective as benzoyl peroxide Can Vitamin C change color? Beauty News Natural cosmetic act is introduced in congress (in the US) The purple hair challenge is going viral […]Support the show
Nov 6, 2019 • 24min
Is Paw Paw ointment different than Vaseline? Episode 198
Send us a textOn today’s episode we answer your questions about Is Lucas’s Paw Paw ointment different than vaseline? What does the term cosmeceutical mean? Are the products different? Does nail polish help your nails to grow better? Are copper peptides an effective anti-aging ingredient? Shakaki DIY recipe for hair. Does it have any effect on hair? […]Support the show
