The Beauty Brains
Episode 394 - Ingredients, hair growth, DIY and more
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It's a solo episode for Perry today as the Beauty Brains travel schedule made it too difficult to record together. But we'll be back together next show. In the meantime, enjoy these answers to a variety of questions sent in including...
1. Is Ethylhexylglycerin a suitable preservative?2. What are your thoughts about coenzyme Q10?3. Do hair thinning shampoos really help?4. What are the best ingredients for skin and hair?5. What do you make of this research article about paraben and phthalate exposure?6. Is it ok to make DIY natural deodorant?7. How do we...Episode 393 - Jojoba Oil, Retinol, and Other Unexpected Power Couples
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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 Collagen supplement?
Is California going to ban anti-aging products for people under 18?
J&J Talc case updat...
Episode 392 - Protein overload, Witch hazel, and Razor burns
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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 chatÂ
5:10 - Beauty News
12:30 - Highlighting hair
14:45 - Protein overload
21:00 - Witch Hazel and acne
29:20 - Alastin skin nectar
35:50 - Razor burn
Episode 391 - Beef tallow, humectants, smoke and more
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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 olds spring skin routine made sagging skin 43% firmer?
47 year old skin became 42% firmer?
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Episode 390 - Squalene, micro needling, misleading labeling
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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 and face lotion or cleanser?Beauty News
Are beauty labels lying to you?
Can you really create beauty products that are different...
Episode 389 - Fragrance trends, dye and dry shampoo, peptides and more
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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?ÂBeauty News
Biggest fragrance trends for 2025
What is antipollution beauty?
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SkinSAFE
Instant Dye Shampoo
Vivier GrenzCine serum
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0:00 - Int...
Episode 388 - Minoxidil, Hair Loss Lawsuits, Phthalates and cats
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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 ingredients in products?Beauty News
First lawsuit of the year!
What you should know about the toxins in beauty products.
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Episode 387 - Inflammaging, eye lash glue, estriol and more
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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?ÂBeauty News
Top 10 most beautiful women according to science?
Best ingredients for mature skin
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0:00 - Intro and chit chat - bug bites, cat in the wall upd...
Episode 386 - Seals of approval, Brooke Shields and more
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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 and concentration?Beauty News
FDA bans red #3 from food.Â
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0:00 - Intro and chit chat - black eye...
Episode 385 - Air drying, growth factors and more
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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 anti-aging benefit of collagen peptides?
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0:00 - Introduction / chit chat
7:45 - The Rock hair care
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