The Eco Well podcast

Natalie Hendrix, an oral care formulation chemist with expertise in natural formulas, dives deep into the world of oral health. She unpacks the complexities of toothpaste and mouthwash production, discussing the critical role of fluoride and debunking prevalent myths. Natalie highlights the importance of ingredient choices, safety, and effectiveness for both general users and vulnerable communities. She also shares insights on selecting the right oral care products and the significance of professional guidance in navigating these choices.

Gabriella Baki, PhD from the University of Toledo, is an expert in cosmetic formulation and a myth-buster in the skincare world. She dives into common skincare myths, emphasizing that ingredient percentages aren’t the whole story. Gabriella explains why understanding ingredient interactions and formulation design is crucial. She tackles the importance of sunscreen, debunks fears about certain components like sulfates, and clarifies the role of different exfoliants. Her insights encourage consumers to rely on expert knowledge over social media buzz.

This podcast features Milan Scott, otherwise known as @thecosmescientist in a conversation about diversity and inclusion. From the POV of what’s happening in the wider industry, formulations and what’s currently available on the market, to current gaps that should be addressed. Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, write a review and subscribe! If it's accessible, we also have a patreon page that you can find at Patreon.com/theecowell

This podcast features a conversation about the current state, and future, of indie beauty, in conversation with Kelly Kovack from BeautyMatter, Rob Akridge PhD from OPULUS Beauty Labs, and Akemi Ooka PhD from Independent Beauty Association. This was the closing panel for our So, You Want to Start a Beauty Brand? E-Summit - find the full replay on our blog! Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, subscribe and consider writing a review. If it's accessible, we also have a Patreon page that you can find at www.patreon.com/theecowell

This episodes features a deep dive conversation into silicones in cosmetics; what are they, why are they so useful, and what are some of the environmental draw backs we're currently contending with. To help me tackle the topic, this week I was joined by Mike Fevola PhD. Hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did! Interested in supporting the podcast? Please share, write a review and subscribe! If it's accessible, we also have a Patreon page that you can find at patreon.com/theecowell 

This pocast features a 101 on the current state of animal testing in cosmetics featuring toxicologist Barae Jomaa PhD. We cover why animal testing testing started in the first place and what prompted all the animal testing bans we see today, the history of animal testing bans globally, alternative test methods, misconceptions, the REACH vs EC conflict we're seeing today, and lots more!   Interested in supporting the show? Please leave us a review wherever you listening, subscribe and share! If it's accessible to you, we also have a Patreon page which you can find at patreon.com/theecowell

Ava Perkins, a cosmetic chemist, discusses ingredient types, surfactants, preservatives, and pH in cosmetics. The podcast covers challenges faced by influencers, misconceptions about preservatives, role of emulsifiers in formulations, solubilizers for clarity, cindent bars formulation, and sunscreen formulation hurdles.

This podcast features an acne 101 conversation with dermatologist Dr Mara Evanglista-Huber MD, otherwise known as @dermomtology.  Interested in supporting the podcast? Please subscribe, review and share! If it's accessible, we also have a Patreon page which you can find www.patreon.com/theecowell

This podcast was about false balance; what it is, how to spot it and what the greater issue with it is. What's wrong with public form debates on science? Particularly on topics that have a lot of evidence to support one POV vs a fringe viewpoint. For example, sunscreens aren't the cause of coral bleaching, widely supported by the evidence, vs it is, supported by outlier data. This episode features Canadian sci-comm treasure, Tim Caulfield for our 2023 finale!

This week's episode is a cosmetic chemists reaction episode, featuring the POV of cosmetic science PhD student Lanesa Mahon @raya.faces and myself. Topic: beauty trends. Trends we reacted to include: microbiome skincare, biotech beauty, menopausal skincare, dermatologist brands, green beauty and more!  Interested in supporting the podcast? Find us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/theecowell