The Beauty Brains
Discover the beauty and cosmetic products you should use and avoid
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Aug 6, 2019 • 49min
Cosmetic brands and big companies – Who owns that – episode 191
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Beauty Brains we answer a number of beauty product questions and talk about big companies and the brands they own. Beauty Questions What is the big deal about squalane Does the number of ingredients in a product impact its effectiveness? Are dip nails safe? And how do anti-dandruff shampoos work? […]Support the show
Jul 28, 2019 • 19min
Skin microbiome and cosmetics – peppermint oil and hair growth – episode 190
Send us Fan MailOn this solo episode of the Beauty Brains we cover… Beauty Product Topics Skin Microbiome – Do these beauty products really work? Peppermint oil – Can it grow hair? Should you spend a lot of money for La Mer? Follow the Brains Thanks for listening. Hey if you get a chance can you go over to […]Support the show
Jul 15, 2019 • 50min
Henna hair color and hygral fatigue – episode 189
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Beauty Brains we cover a variety of topics for both hair and skin. On this show… Beauty Questions Can you use regular hair color after using henna Why can’t you buy red lipstick, or can you? Is sunscreen causing cancer? Is hygral fatigue a real thing? Beauty News Nature’s Truth […]Support the show
Jul 8, 2019 • 39min
Blue light protection for skin – do you need it? episode 188
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Beauty Brains we cover a variety of topics for both hair and skin. On this show… Beauty News Mental Health & Genes related to Tanning Bed Addiction CBD line launched Recall Roundup – We check the FDA website so you don’t have to Young Living Essential Oils, Orange Blossom Moisturizer […]Support the show
Jun 24, 2019 • 53min
Natural ingredients for hair and skin – what works? episode 187
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Beauty Brains we cover a variety of topics for both hair and skin. On this show… How does Hard water affect hair? Should you be Patting or smearing on skincare products? What natural ingredients that are good for hair? Plus, we look at the Jacklyn Hill lipstick controversy and whether […]Support the show
Jun 14, 2019 • 14min
Fragrance Loophole vacation episode 186
Send us Fan MailWe’re on vacation this week but instead of skipping the week we thought we’d give you some insight on the fragrance loophole and what it means from a cosmetic chemists and formulator’s perspective. Follow the Brains Thanks for listening. Hey if you get a chance can you go over to iTunes and leave us a […]Support the show
Jun 5, 2019 • 34min
Does Beer work for hair and answers to other beauty questions – episode 185
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Beauty Brains. A podcast and website where real cosmetic scientists answer your beauty questions. On the show today we cover: Kitchen cosmetics: Does Beer work for hair What’s the deal with the microbiome Can you get alcohol free hair spray? Can makeup sprays keep makeup on longer? To see a transcript of […]Support the show
May 29, 2019 • 30min
Will sunscreen prevent tanning? episode 184
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Beauty Brains. A podcast and website where real cosmetic scientists answer your beauty questions. On the show today we cover: The types of questions you can get answered about beauty products Does Preparation H really reduce puffy eyes Are beauty products really cruelty free? Will sunscreen prevent skin from tanning This was […]Support the show
May 22, 2019 • 48min
Tree nut allergies and cosmetics – episode 183
Send us Fan MailOn today’s episode we answer beauty questions about : Should one be worried about tree nuts in cosmetic products? What’s the difference between a toners and astringent? How does one spot a bad dupe versus an affordable product that works? Why do some nail polishes last longer on some people than others? Show intro notes […]Support the show
May 13, 2019 • 56min
BB glow facials – DHA safety – and hard water cosmetics 182
Send us Fan MailThe Beauty Brains episode 182 – we cover beauty questions about BB glow facials The safety of self tanners Doing you own research and Hard water and your beauty products Beauty Science News Butt MasksIs natural deodorant necessary?8 Beauty ingredients to know about SeaweedWheatgrassSaffronPatchouliCBD OilKaleKukui Nut OilMarula Oil Beauty questions Alina asks – What do […]Support the show
