The Beauty Brains
Real scientists answer your beauty questions
Episodes
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?
- What is really important when using sunscreen?
- Do red light masks spur collagen growth?
Beauty News
Buzzy skincare ingredients - which do you think are the most promising?
Approximate timestamps
0:00 - Intro
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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 conditioner or mask be used interchangeably?
- Does Avene makeup removing micellar water really work?
- Are '20 free; or '12 free' nail polishes safer?
Beauty News
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…
- How do you know if a product has gone bad?
- Are the results from Retinol comparable to Retin A?
- Is Pantene bad for hair?
- Can you use skin products on your scalp?
- Is it ok to use a metal spoon to mix vitamin C?
- Are salt sprays safe to use?
Beauty News
Fat Mascara taking a break?
Sydney Sweeny bath soap sparks controversy
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In this episode of "The Beauty Brains," host Valerie George and guest Sarah discuss the latest beauty industry trends, including Pros’ new customizable scalp serum and the growing focus on scalp care. They share honest opinions on mass market versus premium shampoos, debunking common myths and highlighting their personal favorites. The conversation covers product effectiveness, ingredient misconceptions, and...
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…
- Can you re-emulsify a broken product?
- How do you treat sunburned skin?
- Do you have to use the matching conditioner with a shampoo?
- How effective are heat protectants
- Do regular hydrolyzed proteins build up on hair?
Beauty News
Protein to restart hair growth
On this show we answer questions like...
- What do you think about the hair loss product Calecim?
- What is the deal with Banana Boat's Light As Air sunscreen?
- Are personal care products filled with harmful toxins?
- What are your thoughts on the DECIEM company? Are they sketchy?
- And finally we’ll end with a series of patron hair questions.
Beauty News
On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…
- What is a good leave-in conditioner that has only a little bit of protein?
- What is special fraction petrolatum?
- Is wet hair more resistant to chlorine than dry?
- How does Violet #2 work in hair & what’s a hair toner?
- Can you layer an Ascorbyl Glucoside product over an L-Ascorbic Acid product?
Beauty Science
1. Retinol Alternatives ...
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...
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 ...
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 and chit chat
5:10 - Beauty News
12:30 - Highlighting hair
14:45 - P...
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
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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
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
Questions
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
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?
Best ingredients for mature skin
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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
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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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…
Beauty News
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 thebeautybrains@gmail.com
3. Send it to us via social media (see links be...
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 - Intro and chit chat
5:00 - Prediction review from 2024
14:15 - Beauty predicti...
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