Send us a text 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.…

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 tes…

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 burn Beauty News Are consumers really getting more educated? Time Stamps 0:00 - Intro …

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 b…

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 betw…

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 fr…

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 w…

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 be…

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 wit…

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 R…

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 chemi…

Send us a text On today's show, we just chit chat about the year in beauty, our goals for next year and answer a couple of questions. Thanks for all your support and we look forward to more Beauty Q&A in 2025!! Five Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us a message through Patreon! 2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebea…

Send us a text On this show we cover questions including… What do you think of Oneskin products? Are there any good beauty finds in the EU that you can’t find in the US? Will hair water damage hair over time? Do you have to wash the sweat out of your hair every time? Can a cream really “firm” or lift the neck? Prediction show! Time stamps 0:00 - In…

Send us a text On today’s show we cover questions including… What can you use to fight static? Is it ok for babies to eat sunscreen? What are the best ingredients to use for conditioning? What is the difference between body wash and hand soap? How does the performance of the various retinols compare to retin-A? Beauty News Company is being sued for…

Send us a text It's a solo episode today but lots to cover including... Are quats in hair conditioners causing bacterial resistance? What do you think of WISH skin health products? Do more expensive heat protectant products provide better protection? How do you figure out whether hair is high or low porosity? Is it worth buying products online inst…

Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Can layering sunscreens make them less effective? Why can’t you use L’oreal wonder water on your scalp? What’s the history of using blue light to treat acne? Is it damaging to use a pre-treatment on hair? When can you call a formula a “dupe”? Beauty News The Beauty Brains were on …

Send us a text On today’s show we cover the following questions… What is required to become a cosmetic chemist? Why don’t beauty products always have a safety seal on them? Questions about makeup sponges Hair bonding questions Approximate timestamps 0:00 Chit chat - Who's responsible for beauty industry misinformation? 6:00 Cosmetic Chemist Career …