The Beauty Brains
Episodes
306 episodes
Are Copper Peptides Better Than Retinol? Episode 424
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What’s the difference between Cetaphil and AmLactin? How do you know if a sunscreen is delivering the SPF they claim?Are copper peptides better than retinol...
NAD Hype, Dry Hair, and Color Fade - episode 423
On today’s show we cover questions including…Does NAD skincare actually have real efficacy data?Do hair masks give better results if they are left on longer?Does shampooing after depositing the color weaken or degr...
Leaked Labs Lipstick Lesbians and Beauty Hype - episode 422
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What are our thoughts on The Hair Multiplier from Le Jardin?We’ll look at Paula’s Choice new longevity serumWhat’s going on with Leaked Labs?Are various...
Can Rice Protein Really Grow Hair? - Episode 421
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What’s the scoop on rice protein for hair?Can one improve the texture of synthetic hair?Are azelaic acid and copper peptides compatible?Will Alpharet im...
Beauty Dupes, Shampoo Truths, & becoming a Cosmetic Chemist - episode 420
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What is nonenal odor and how do you minimize it? Does panthenol make a shampoo better?What’s an alternative to Matrix step one bleach amplifier?How...
Launching a line, hair hydration, and retinaldehyde - Episode 419
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Are there hydrogen peroxide free glosses for hair?Is retinaldehyde better than adapelene?What are our thoughts on cosmetics in terra cotta containers?Ar...
That product cost how much to make!? Episode 418
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How much does it really cost to make products?Does goat milk have benefit on skin?Is the Paula’s Choice new serum amazing? Is Glycerin bad for hair...
Does Pantene’s "Abundant and Strong" Really Improve Your Hair Health? - Episode 417
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What are your thoughts on Pantene’s Abundant and Strong system?Is The Ordinary Lash Curl Finisher safe?Do we have recommendations on barrier repair moisturizers?...
Menstral Mask Madness, When Skincare Trends Go a Little Too Far - Episode 416
On today’s show we cover questions including…When do you need heat protectors in products?What do you think of color locker products from Fanola?Should we be worried about chemicals in our laundry detergent?
Low pH shampoo - hard water - supplement sunscreen and more - episode 415
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Do low pH shampoos preserve color?Can a supplement provide you sun protection?What effects does hard water have on hair color?How significant are the he...
Cleaner, Safer, Better? Sorting Fact from Fiction in Today’s Beauty Buzz - episode 414
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Can you mix sunscreens to change the tint of the product?Is California Naturals a good hair care optionHow do you talk to a clean beauty believer?How do...
Hair bond builders and more - Episode 413
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How do you know when an ingredient is in a formula at a working %?Why would a company use a dangerous ingredient in their product?Do heat-less curls damage hair?...
Heat protectants, red light, antioxidants and more - episode 412
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How long do heat protectants last? Is there a meaningful difference between different red light therapy masks?Why would an anti-aging cream be really expens...
Maintaining Hair Color, Baby Skincare, Retinol and more - Episode 411
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Why would Differin be more irritating than prescription Adapalene?How do you know which retinol lotion to use?What is your opinion of k18 hair mask?Is T...
Sunscreen Stations, Blue Light, Silicones and more - Episode 410
On today’s show we cover questions including…What do you think of the young goose line of productsHow do silicones work in hair care products?How does Cetaphil nourishing oil to foam cleanser work?Are thos...
Why did they change their formula? - Episode 409
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Why would a company reformulate a product?Do different hair products cancel each other out?What sources do you recommend where consumers can educate themselves?<...
How to Get the Gunk Off and the Glow On - episode 408
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Is it a good idea to load up a product with active ingredients?What do you think of the Ziip Halo device?How do you remove mineral sunscreen from your skin?...
Sunscreen scandals, Busted celebrity brands & beauty questions answered - episode 407
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Is the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology a reliable source for peptide information?How do you know if a product with an active has enough to be effective?Does topi...
Can Collagen really improve skin & why is purple shampoo drying? - episode 406
On this show we cover lots of questions including…How can you tell if a new product is just a name change or the formulas are different?Why can’t companies sell mousse sunscreens?Why is purple shampoo drying?<...
Ozempic skin care, serums and more - episode 405
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Do non-UV wavelengths of light also damage the skinAre Dr Emi Arpa products truly innovative or just driven by trendy marketing? Does using an ultra-plush, ...
Sunscreen sticks, oils, hair masks and more - episode 404
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What is the right way to apply sunscreen sticks? What role do oils, butters, and silicones actually play in haircareDo you need less anhydrous sunscreen tha...
Exfoliation, Beef Tallow and a baby - episode 403
On this show Valerie is back and we cover...Does product build-up cause breakage?Is a chemical exfoliant better than a soft silicone scrubber? What are your thoughts about beef Tallow facial creams?Ar...
Mushrooms, diamond dust and dark circle serums - Episode 402
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Are the IS Clinical Hydra Cool products special?What do we think of the anti-aging and effectiveness of Pavise?What ingredients might be responsible for the grea...
Heat protection, facial masks and sunscreen - episode 401
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How do you know if a product is providing heat protection?What kind of damage can high force air do to wet hair?What makes a facial mask work amazingly?...
Episode 400 - Indoor sunscreen, micellar water, and a baby?
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How does different water affect the performance of hair products?Do you really need to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours?Can rinse out conditioner and a deep condi...