The Beauty Brains

Apr 15 2025 275 ep. 41 mins 5k
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Episode 393 - Jojoba Oil, Retinol, and Other Unexpected Power Couples

Apr 15 2025 56 mins  
Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Are cosmetic products filled with microplastics? What do you do about facial hair?Is jojoba oil good to use with retinol?How can a formula with hypochlorous acid and azeleic acid be stable?How do you handle acne at the hair line?Beauty News Will printed skin replace animal testing? Is Gelatin the same as a Col

Episode 392 - Protein overload, Witch hazel, and Razor burns

Apr 03 2025 45 mins  
Send us a text On this show we cover questions including… Can you highlight hair after getting kenalog injections?Is protein overload a real thing?Can Witch hazel can prevent or get rid of acne?Is Alastin Skin Nectar beneficial?How can you deal with the razor burnBeauty News Are consumers really getting more educated? Time Stamps 0:00 - Intro and chit chat 5:10 - Beauty News 12:3

Episode 391 - Beef tallow, humectants, smoke and more

Mar 31 2025 39 mins  
Send us a text On today’s show we cover the following questions: Does beef tallow do anything for skin?What can you do to address the effects of second hand smoke on skin and hair? What should you consider when picking humectants?Why are cheap conditioners so thin?What does it mean for a fatty acid to swell?Beauty News Articles like this have been showing up in my feeds. 68 year

Episode 390 - Squalene, micro needling, misleading labeling

Mar 06 2025 51 mins  
Send us a text On today’s show we cover questions including… Can you make your own grey treatment shampoo at home?Is an at-home micro needling system a great addition to skin care routine? What is squalene and why does my skin love products that have it in it?Why can’t you feel the menthol effect everywhere as strongly?What’s the difference between body lotion or cleanser a

Episode 389 - Fragrance trends, dye and dry shampoo, peptides and more

Feb 20 2025 55 mins  
Send us a text On this show we cover questions including… How does a dye shampoo work?How do you deal with excessive sebum?Are dry shampoos dangerous?How can a company sell azaelic acid products without requiring a prescription?Does Sh-Polypeptide-9 stimulate capillary growth?Are natural fragrances toxic to aquatic life? Beauty News Biggest fragrance trends for 2025 What is antip

Episode 388 - Minoxidil, Hair Loss Lawsuits, Phthalates and cats

Feb 05 2025 43 mins  
Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Can you mix chemical exfoliant with a hydrating serum to dilute the exfoliant?Is using a topical minoxidil for women safe to use on eyebrows?Does shampoo really strip all the lipids from your hair?Is the Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Cream properly preserved?Do we know of a good website to find allergenic ingredie

Episode 387 - Inflammaging, eye lash glue, estriol and more

Jan 30 2025 45 mins  
Send us a text On this show we cover questions including… What are our thoughts on eye lash glues?What polymers are used in tubing mascara?What is inflammaging and is it going to be a big trend this year?Does Estriol cream live up to its claims?How do you restore hair's natural texture and manageability after washing? Beauty News Top 10 most beautiful women according to science?

Episode 386 - Seals of approval, Brooke Shields and more

Jan 21 2025 51 mins  
Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… How much should you trust seals of approvals on product labels?What do you think of Brooke Shields hair care line?What makes a good lip mask and day cream?What are your thoughts on the Geek & Gorgeous brand?Why would a brand include two hydroquinone-based lightening creams with the same active ingredient a

Episode 385 - Air drying, growth factors and more

Jan 15 2025 54 mins  
Send us a text On this show we cover lots of questions including… How effective are growth factors in topical products?Can low dose Minoxidil pills treat hair loss in women?Does air drying cause more damage than blow drying?What shampoo & conditioner won’t weigh down fine hair?Can a dark spot serum work to reduce pigmentation?Beauty News The Rock - Papatui Study validates a

Episode 384 - Nanoplasty, talc, and heat oh my

Jan 07 2025 44 mins  
Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Is it ok to use self-tanner under your eyes and around your lips?Are PFAS the ingredients that cause products to self-foam?How can a silicone protect hair up to temperatures of 450 degrees?Are certain types of products worth getting the more expensive product?What is the chemistry of nanoplasty?But first… Be