The Beauty Brains

The Beauty Brains

Real scientists answer your beauty questions

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March 11, 2026 53 mins

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. What is nonenal odor and how do you minimize it? 
  2. Does panthenol make a shampoo better?
  3. What’s an alternative to Matrix step one bleach amplifier?
  4. How expensive is it to test a product?
  5. How do you become a cosmetic chemist?

Beauty News

Wirecutter hired a chemist to tell if products were real or dupes.

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Are there hydrogen peroxide free glosses for hair?
  2. Is retinaldehyde better than adapelene?
  3. What are our thoughts on cosmetics in terra cotta containers?
  4. Are oils or water better for locking in moisture to hair?
  5. How do you start your own skincare line?

Beauty Questions

Adapelene study - Clinical efficacy of adapalene (differin(®)) 0.3% gel in Chilean women with cutan...

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. How much does it really cost to make products?
  2. Does goat milk have benefit on skin?
  3. Is the Paula’s Choice new serum amazing? 
  4. Is Glycerin bad for hair?
  5. What ingredients should you look for in a makeup primer?

Beauty News

FDA doesn’t determine safety of PFAS

Men’s skin care line.

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1:00 - Chit chat
4:00 - Beauty News
14:00 -...

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. What are your thoughts on Pantene’s Abundant and Strong system?
  2. Is The Ordinary Lash Curl Finisher safe?
  3. Do we have recommendations on barrier repair moisturizers?
  4. Are ionic hair dryers better for your hair?
  5. Is there anything unique about the Renpure Coconut Whipped Creme Leave-in Conditioner?

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Top 10 beauty brands

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On today’s show we cover questions including…

  1. When do you need heat protectors in products?
  2. What do you think of color locker products from Fanola?
  3. Should we be worried about chemicals in our laundry detergent?

Plus!  our big start of the year prediction show!

Predictions

General trend

Hot ingredient

Celebrity launch

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What’s the secret to good skin care?  Have a lot of money

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Do low pH shampoos preserve color?
  2. Can a supplement provide you sun protection?
  3. What effects does hard water have on hair color?
  4. How significant are the health risks to taking topical tretinoin?
  5. What’s the difference between aerosol and non aerosol sprays?

Beauty News

NY SCC meeting

FDA withdraws talc rule.

New sunscreen in US

Electrokinetics confirms BTMC is best cond...

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Can you mix sunscreens to change the tint of the product?
  2. Is California Naturals a good hair care option
  3. How do you talk to a clean beauty believer?
  4. How do you control frizz?
  5. What’s wrong with Decyl Glucoside in hair care products?

Beauty News

Opinion issued on Tea Tree oil in products

Unregulated masks are flooding the market

7 hair care launches shaping the future o...

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December 4, 2025 55 mins

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. How do you know when an ingredient is in a formula at a working %?
  2. Why would a company use a dangerous ingredient in their product?
  3. Do heat-less curls damage hair?
  4. What’s the deal with Milk Shake Direct Color?
  5. How do hair color products with conditioning effects work?

Beauty News

Science News - Valerie quoted speaking about the skin’s barrier

Bond builders - do they ...

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. How long do heat protectants last? 
  2. Is there a meaningful difference between different red light therapy masks?
  3. Why would an anti-aging cream be really expensive?
  4. Can you just use rubbing alcohol to prevent itching and ingrown hairs?
  5. In an antioxidant balm, will the antioxidants absorb into the skin or stay on top?

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Why would Differin be more irritating than prescription Adapalene?
  2. How do you know which retinol lotion to use?
  3. What is your opinion of k18 hair mask?
  4. Is Tubby Todd All Over Ointment really effective for baby acne?
  5. What ingredients help hair color last longer?

Beauty News

Chief sustainability officer steps down

Really? Oral supplement can reduce wrinkles in 12 weeks

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On today’s show we cover questions including…

  1. What do you think of the young goose line of products
  2. How do silicones work in hair care products?
  3. How does Cetaphil nourishing oil to foam cleanser work?
  4. Are those outdoor sunscreen stations providing effective product?
  5. Does light from your cell phone affect your skin?

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2. Beauty industry giants collide for cosmetic ...

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Why would a company reformulate a product?
  2. Do different hair products cancel each other out?
  3. What sources do you recommend where consumers can educate themselves?
  4. What hair ingredient could be staining your shirt?
  5. Is a lotion with CBD oil suitable for sensitive skin?

Beauty News

Pycnogenol in skin care

K beauty causing problems?

SPF updates: 

SPF 50

Sunscreen investigat...

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Is it a good idea to load up a product with active ingredients?
  2. What do you think of the Ziip Halo device?
  3. How do you remove mineral sunscreen from your skin?
  4. What do humectants really do in hair?
  5. What is Neogen plasma skin regeneration?

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What the Hell Are Skin-Loving Cosmetics?

Do you think that is true?  I’m cynical but even I think that sounds a bit ove...

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Is the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology a reliable source for peptide information?
  2. How do you know if a product with an active has enough to be effective?
  3. Does topical estrogen improve skin?
  4. Do at-home microneedling devices work, and is hypochlorous acid spray for skin care?
  5. Is a salon detangler different than one you can buy in the store?

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On this show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. How can you tell if a new product is just a name change or the formulas are different?
  2. Why can’t companies sell mousse sunscreens?
  3. Why is purple shampoo drying?
  4. What’s the deal with OS-01 peptide? / What are your thoughts on Molecular Mesh?
  5. How do you deal with rosacea?


Beauty News

Do collagen supplements really improve skin?

Is VO5 better than Pantene

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Do non-UV wavelengths of light also damage the skin
  2. Are Dr Emi Arpa products truly innovative or just driven by trendy marketing? 
  3. Does using an ultra-plush, water-only makeup remover cloth cause significant mechanical exfoliation?
  4. Are there baby products that people should use and avoid?
  5. Do facial serums work?

Beauty News

Ozempic face aging - Valerie is quoted 

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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. What is the right way to apply sunscreen sticks? 
  2. What role do oils, butters, and silicones actually play in haircare
  3. Do you need less anhydrous sunscreen than lotion based ones?
  4. Do all hair masks work the same way?

Beauty News

PETA suspends Beauty without Bunnies program

Can We Stop Hating on Chemicals In Skincare, Please and Thanks?

Urban decay reformulation - is L...

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On this show Valerie is back and we cover...

  1. Does product build-up cause breakage?
  2. Is a chemical exfoliant better than a soft silicone scrubber? 
  3. What are your thoughts about beef Tallow facial creams?
  4. Are rinse-free shampoos any good?

Beauty News

Safer Beauty Bill

Martha Stewart launches a line

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5:50 - Beauty news - Safer beauty bill
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On today’s show we cover lots of questions including…

  1. Are the IS Clinical Hydra Cool products special?
  2. What do we think of the anti-aging and effectiveness of Pavise?
  3. What ingredients might be responsible for the great results in a conditioner?
  4. What can be done about under eye dark circles?
  5. How do you practice sun safety diligently

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1:00 - Chit chat
3:50 - Natural talk
11:...

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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?

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