The Beauty Brains

Discover the beauty and cosmetic products you should use and avoid
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Oct 3, 2022 • 35min

Are retinol products with the same level of retinol the same? episode 315

Send us a textWe have both been traveling a lot in the last month, so this was the first chance we had to catch up. (Valerie is still traveling actually). But we'll be back with a full show next week.Beauty NewsL'Oreal faces lawsuitBrad Pitt launches skincareQuestion:Does Argireline work and are all retinol 0.25% product brands the same?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 IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!Support the show
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Sep 13, 2022 • 29min

Episode 314 - Toxins in cosmetics and color changing lipstick

Send us a textOn today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:Are toxins in cosmetics?Can you get higher than 2% salicylic acid?How do cosmetics change colors when applied to skin?Which products are worth splurging on?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 IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!Support the show
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Sep 5, 2022 • 38min

Episode 313 - Aqueous serum and magical eye creams

Send us a textOn today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:What is an aqueous cream?Is the Ordinary Vitamin C trustworthy?Magical sunbeam eye cream - audioFrizzy hair questionBeauty Science NewsBaby powder discontinued.Is scorpion venom the next snail slime? Celebrity beauty newsCardi B is treating her hair with onions? Stella Mccartney launches a line with LVMH Most popular beauty industry influencers Beauty Questionshttps://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/8262/pil#grefhttps://colorwowhair.com/products/dream-coat-anti-frizz-treatmentFour 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 IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!Support the show
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Aug 25, 2022 • 46min

How can you tell if vitamin C in your product still works - Episode 275 - rebroadcast

Send us a textOn today’s show, we are going to cover...Is there something that makes Hair Story products special?How can you tell if a vitamin C product still works?Whether emulsifying wax NF is safe to useCan active ingredients in a body wash really benefit your skin?And what ingredients in nail polish are animal derived?Beauty Science NewsRefillable packaging. Does it really make any impact on the environment?PFAS found in cosmetics Four Ways to Ask a question -1. Become a patron and ask through there. These get top attention.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 questionSupport the Beauty BrainsThe Beauty Brains are now on Patreon! If you want to support the show Patreon is the best way to do it. This will help keep the show going and avoid any of those pesky advertisements that I find so maddening in other podcasts that I listen to. Thank you to all of our Patrons!Social media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageBe Brainy about your Beauty!Support the show
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Aug 15, 2022 • 47min

Episode 312 - Toxic ingredients and pharmaceutical grade skincare

Send us a textOn 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 grade skincare different from over the counter?Beauty Science NewsKylie Jenner in the lab. Celebrity LaunchAlicia Keys launches something Beauty Question linksRedken acidic bondingPharma grade skincare 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 IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!Support the show
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Aug 5, 2022 • 40min

Episode 311 - Can hair change color like a banana?

Send us a textOn today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:Is skin aging the same as rusting?Will hair change color like a banana?Is vitamin C that is late in the ingredient list really effective?How do you test comedogenicity in a labBeauty Science newsWill anti-aging disappear from beauty in 2 to 3 years? RecallsBanana Boat recalls sunscreen due to benzene contamination. Should consumers still be worried if their sunscreens contain benzene? Celebrity Launch?Ashlie Tisdale perfume line 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 IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!If you're curious about the Porch Kitty crew, here they are. The big one is Tuxedo and the 6 kittens are hers.Support the show
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Jul 26, 2022 • 43min

Episode 310 - Water resistant sunscreen, eczema shampoo, cool air hair dryers and more

Send us a textOn today’s show Perry & Valerie answer questions about:Does the cool air function on hair dryers help set hair styles?What makes a sunscreen water resistant?Is there a shampoo that can work for eczema?What do we think of Dr. Sam Bunting’s skincare products?Beauty NewsJ&J launches a new baby brand and hops on the BS bandwagon!How do you feel about these apps that let you try on make-up or beauty looks? Do you think they will have a big impact on people’s purchasing habits?Celebrity launch?Who called this one!? Four Ways to Ask a question -1. Become a patron and ask through there. These get top attention.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 questionSupport the Beauty BrainsThe Beauty Brains are now on Patreon! If you want to support the show Patreon is the best way to do it. This will help keep the show going and avoid any of those pesky advertisements that I find so maddening in other podcasts that I listen to. Thank you to all of our Patrons!Social media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!Support the show
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Jul 16, 2022 • 43min

Episode 309 - Can eyelash thickening technology make your hair grow?

Send us a textOn today’s show we answer questions about:Do any scar creams help to reduce the appearance of a scar?Are there anti-aging ingredients you should avoid when pregnant?Can the eye lash thickening technology help the hair on your head?Is Olaplex safe on hair?Should you use a product without an ingredient list?What type of products should be used on kinky hair?Beauty Science storiesIs men’s skin care finally becoming a thing? New generation driving demand for ingestible skin care.Four Ways to Ask a question -1. Become a patron and ask through there. These get top attention.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 questionSupport the Beauty BrainsThe Beauty Brains are now on Patreon! If you want to support the show Patreon is the best way to do it. This will help keep the show going and avoid any of those pesky advertisements that I find so maddening in other podcasts that I listen to. Thank you to all of our Patrons!Social media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!Support the show
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Jul 6, 2022 • 28min

Laser treatments, Rosacea, micronized retinA and more - Episode 308

Send us a textOn today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:What’s up with Riversol and what your thoughts are about laser treatments for people with Rosacea?Is Retin-A Micro as good as tretinoin?Can Niacinamide and Ascorbic Acid be mixed?Does fragrance dry out your hair?Beauty Science NewsColor Depositing Mask - does it work? LawsuitA proposed class action lawsuit was filed against Oars and Alps. Question linksRiversol Ask a question!If you have a question we prioritize Patrons first! Just send us an email or record your voice on a smart phone and email it to thebeautybrains@gmail.com  If you are a patron be sure to let us know.Social media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!Support the show
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Jun 27, 2022 • 33min

Cosmetic safety, at home hair color, Vegemite facials and more - Episode 307

Send us a textOn today’s show Valerie and Perry answer questions about:Could Vegemite be a dupe for the Biologique Recherche favorite mask Vivant?Why does getting hair dyed in the salon take longer than at home?What’s a good treatment for Melasma?Have ingredients in cosmetics been safety tested enough?Beauty NewsJ&J launch band aids for acne Ask a question!If you have a question we prioritize Patrons first! Just send us an email or record your voice on a smart phone and email it to thebeautybrains@gmail.com  If you are a patron be sure to let us know.Social media accountson Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsBe Brainy about your Beauty!Thanks to everyone who donated for the bike ride! You really made an impact.Perry, 44Support the show

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