The Beauty Brains

Discover the beauty and cosmetic products you should use and avoid
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Mar 7, 2024 • 49min

Episode 359 - Space skin care and hair mousse alternatives

Send us a textOn 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 NewsCan the Dove brand really protect kids? The Tik Tok video Is hair botox a miracle? Question links:Aeonia skin care Tone skin care Beauty QuestionsFour 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.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show
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Mar 1, 2024 • 54min

Episode 358 - How should you layer skin care products?

The hosts dive into the world of infrared hair dryers, evaluating their claims versus traditional models. They debate the effectiveness of high-end skincare products versus budget alternatives, emphasizing affordability without sacrificing results. Layering skincare is discussed, ensuring no flakiness occurs beneath makeup. Safety questions around UV LED lash extensions also arise, alongside engaging stories about community bonds over lost pets. It's a mix of science, beauty tricks, and heartfelt connections.
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Feb 23, 2024 • 45min

Episode 357 - Silk pillowcases, white tigers and titanium dioxide

Send us a textOn 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 NewsBody Shop goes under?  Michael Cera - Super Bowl commercial.Celebrity beauty brands exceed $1 billion LEBRON JAMES LAUNCHES BRAND Beyonce announce name of hair care brand Beauty QuestionsFour 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.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show
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Feb 7, 2024 • 52min

Episode 356 - The questions of curling hair

Send us a textOn 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 face?Beauty NewsAnti-celebrity beauty launch - Michael Cera? How I Built That - Drunk Elephant Radiolab - Mosquitos 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.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show
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Jan 27, 2024 • 54min

Episode 355 - Do you become immune to skin care actives?

Send us a textOn 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 NewsRaw Milk is the latest beauty trend on TikTok? Doing your own research is a good way to end up being wrong 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.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show
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Jan 19, 2024 • 43min

Episode 354 - Do Microneedles Work for Skincare?

Send us a textOn 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 NewsPre-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 phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show
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Jan 7, 2024 • 48min

Episode 353 - Keratin treatment, Spiders in lotion and more

Send us a textHappy 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 problem **Beauty NewsSephora lotion attracts spiders? AI beauty Influencers THDC Article 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.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show
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Dec 30, 2023 • 41min

Episode 352 - Do depilatories make hair grow?

Send us a textOn 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 NewsUnilever buy K18 Beauty Question linksPaper about Depilatories and hair growth How to be Fine podcast 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.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show
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Dec 23, 2023 • 58min

Episode 351 - Glycolic acid as a deodorant? Plus trends for 2024

Send us a textOn 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 NewsTrend predictions for 2024 More 2024 beauty industry predictions Tik Tok account of salon product question 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.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show
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Dec 12, 2023 • 40min

Episode 350 - Boutique face masks, leave-in conditioners and more

Send us a textOn today’s show we coverIs 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 NewsKFC launches a fragrance.  Cosmetic Surgery Pictures Misleading Recall product alert 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.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a questionSocial media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

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