The Beauty Brains

On today’s show we answer questions about…What is the PAO and why can’t I find it on makeup?Will natural collagen drinks or tablets improve the appearance of acne scars?Are anti-frizz serums detrimental to hair?What ingredients should you avoid to prevent milia?And we’ll have some chit chat about beauty science news...News:Personal grooming slips in the UKWhen is the right time to floss your teeth? Before or after brushing?Thank you to our patrons!  If you want to subscribe to the Beauty Brains and keep us commercial ad free, sign up on our Patreon Page.Follow us on Social Mediaon Instagram we're @thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're @thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook page. Thanks again for listening and remember Be Brainy about your Beauty.Support the show

We look at brands in the beauty industry and let you know which big companies own which brands. You may be surprised just how many of the "small, independent" brands are actually owned by big conglomerates.Plus, we answer some of your beauty questions.  We'll be back with a new episode next week.Support the show

On today’s show we are going to answer questions about…Is it okay to make my own cosmetics if I get ingredients from a legitimate source?Do Hydrolyzed proteins really do anything?When should I apply my azelaic acid product?What is the proper pH of hair care products?Beauty NewsWhole Food lawsuitAsk a question:If you want to have a question  answered on the Beauty Brains, just record it on your smart phone then send it in  an email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com.  Or you can send us a message through our various social media account. Follow us on social media:on Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook page.The Beauty Brains are now on Patreon! If you want to support the show Patreon is the best way to do it. This will help keep the show going and avoid any of those pesky advertisements that I find so maddening in other podcasts that I listen to. Thank you to all of our Patrons!RIP: OliveSupport the show

Questions talked about today include Should witch hazel be rinsed off after using?Is Vintner's Daughter serum worth the price?Do you need a 10% niacinamide formula?Beauty Science NewsVegan claims on the rise in color cosmetics - Are vegan cosmetics different?QuestionsVentner's Daughter Serum ingredient listSafety data for Witch HazelReview of Niacinamide efficacy dataFollow us on social media:on Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook page.The Beauty Brains are now on Patreon! If you want to support the show Patreon is the best way to do it. This will help keep the show going and avoid any of those pesky advertisements that I find so maddening in other podcasts that I listen to. Thank you to all of our Patrons!Support the show

On today’s show we’re going to be answering questions about…Will cocamidopropyl betaine or decyl glucoside remove water insoluble silicones?Are knock-off fragrance sprayers reliable?Do home microcurrent devices work?Is it ok to blend beauty products?Beauty Science NewsUlta launches a Conscious Beauty programL’Oreal is closing Clarisonic. Beauty QuestionsQuestion 1 - Ingredient listAqua, Cetearyl Alcohol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Parfum, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Polyquaternium-10, Xylityl Sesquicaprylate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Anhydroxylitol, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, DMDM Hydantoin, Benzyl Alcohol, Caprylic Acid, Xylitol.Question 3Evidence for microcurrent products - there's not muchSupport the Beauty Brainsif you want to have a question answered on the Beauty Brains, just record it on your smart phone then send it in an email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com. Or you can send us a message through our various social media

Valerie and Perry answer questions about which UVA products work best, why azelaic acid products are in gel form, and whether essential oils can be used to replace parabens. Also, they talk about the most misleading beauty product claims, recent recalls, and whether Wen makes your hair fall out.Links:Claims discussion panelRecall roundupDoes Wen conditioner make hair fall out?Incidentally, if you want to have a question  answered on the Beauty Brains, just record it on your smart phone then send it in  an email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com.  Or you can send us a message through our various social media account. on Instagram we're @thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're @thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook page. The Beauty Brains are now on Patreon! Subscribe now.Support the show

On today’s show we answer questions aboutIs glycerin bad for curly hair?Are encapsulated ingredients better?Do scalp exfoliators help?Can beauty companies hide allergens in their products?What’s the difference between organic DHA and the non-organic kind?Perry's Upcoming webinar on cosmetic formulatingBeauty Science newsSunscreen ban lifted in Florida Subscribe to the Beauty BrainsAsk a question:If you want to have a question  answered on the Beauty Brains, just record it on your smart phone then send it in  an email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com.  Or you can send us a message through our various social media account. Instagram we're @thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're @thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook page.Support the show

On today’s show I’m going to answer questions about Microplastics in cosmetic products Metallic colorants in hair color The best products to use when undergoing chemotherapy Should you used expired sunscreens? Beauty Science News Is coffee waste the next hot ingredient?  Follow the Beauty Brains Thanks for listening. Hey if you get a chance can […]Support the show

Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions and give you an insider’s look at the cosmetic industry. Hosts: Perry Romanowski. On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about… Whether beauty supplements can make hair & skin look better What exactly is skin pH And whether […]Support the show

Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions and give you an insider’s look at the cosmetic industry. Hosts: Valerie George and Perry Romanowski. On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about… Whether you should get a cosmetic fridge? If dry shampoo is bad for your […]Support the show

Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions and give you an insider’s look at the cosmetic industry. This is Episode 222. Yes, that’s a palindrome!  Yeah.   I’m your host, Perry Romanowski and with me today is…well, it’s just me. Valerie is off today but she’ll […]Support the show

Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions and give you an insider’s look at the cosmetic industry. Hosts: Valerie George and Perry Romanowski On today’s show we’re going to be answering questions about… Is blow drying at low heat better for your hair than air drying? […]Support the show

Hello & welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions and give you an insider’s look at the cosmetic industry. This is episode 220. Host:  Perry Romanowski 7 Marketing Tricks that are Costing you Money Natural product nonsense Clean beauty con Salon brand secrets The Pricing Ploy […]Support the show

Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions and give you an insider’s look from scientists in the cosmetic industry.  On today’s show we’re going to be answering questions about… Is the wait time necessary when you are applying acids? How do you debate product safety with […]Support the show

Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions and give you an insider’s look at the cosmetic industry. This is Episode 218. Hosts: Valerie George and Perry Romanowski.  On today’s show we’re going to be answering beauty questions about… How do magnetic face masks work? Do Rodan […]Support the show

On today’s show we’re going to be answering questions about… Does Kiehls eye alert product help eyes look better? What is the best product to use to avoid breakouts with anti-aging benefits? What do you think of the technology of the new Victoria Beckham line? What is the oldest beauty product on the market today? […]Support the show

The Beauty Brains episode 216 featuring cosmetic chemists Valerie George and Perry Romanowski.  Beauty questions covered today include:  How do bond builders work?  Is sodium coco sulfate more gentle than SLS? Does men’s antiperspirant better than women’s? Beauty Science Avon launches a new CBD skin care line. R+Co just launched a CBD Beauty Questions Question […]Support the show

This is Episode 215. I’m your host, Perry Romanowski and with me today all the way from sunny California is Valerie George.  Hello Valerie! We have a few interesting beauty questions to cover today, including: Can the coronavirus survive on your hair? What does it mean when a permanent color says it’s not for gray […]Support the show

Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real cosmetic chemists answer your beauty product questions and give you an insider’s look at the cosmetic industry. This is Episode 214. I’m your host, Valerie George and with me today is the most famous cosmetic chemist who already works from home, Perry Romanowski.  Hello Perry! We […]Support the show

We have a lot of beauty questions to answer today, including: What do we think of the Beverly Hills MD brow serum Are lash tints safe? Why do anti-aging ingredients affect skin color? Why do dermatologists keep saying hyaluronic acid is pointless? Perry and Valerie are under self imposed quarantine!  But we’re still recording.  Beauty […]Support the show