The Beauty Brains

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We're cosmetic scientists who answer your beauty questions. We explain what the chemicals used in cosmetics really do, how products are tested, and what all the advertising really means. Listen to us and you'll be a smarter beauty consumer!

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05.30.2020

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 ...

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05.30.2020 Do plant extracts work in skin care products – episode 222 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 ...
05.22.2020 Amino acids in hair plus other beauty questions answered – episode 221 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 ...
05.14.2020 Cosmetic Marketing Tricks – Episode 220 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 ...
05.04.2020 Wait time between skincare products – is it necessary? episode 219 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 ...
04.22.2020 Monat MLM Beauty Products – Are they remarkable? Episode 218 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 ...
04.17.2020 Victoria Beckham skin, Kiehls, anti-aging products and the oldest beauty brands – episode 217 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 ...
04.09.2020 Do bond builders for hair really work? Episode 216 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 ...
04.02.2020 Viruses Carnauba Wax and Argan oil on hair – Episode 215 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 ...
03.25.2020 Is high end lipstick better than store brand lipstick? episode 214 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 ...
03.19.2020 Does Beverly Hills MD Brow Serum work and other beauty questions? episode 213 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 ...
03.11.2020 Can I use a facial cleanser as a shampoo? Episode 212 Beauty Questions covered We have a lot of beauty questions to answer today, including: What are the best facial moisturizers for sensitive skin? Is there a big difference between facial cleansers and shampoo? Will castor oil help your hair grow? ...
03.02.2020 Vitamin C in Cosmetic Products – Does it work? episode 211 It's an all Vitamin C podcast episode. In this show we answer questions including... Are there different grades of vitamin C/ascorbic acid since the prices vary so much for the same thing? What is your opinion of the effectiveness of ...
02.18.2020 Is bakuchiol safe during pregnancy? episode 210 We’ve got a fully packed program today. We’ll be covering a couple of cosmetic science news stories, catching up from my hiatus and answering questions about... Is silicone suffocating hair and causing hair loss?Do proteins in nail products strengthen nails?What ...
02.07.2020 Is eye lash lift safe and effective? episode 209 It’s a solo Beauty Brains podcast. Chemical Free RantSince I’m going solo, there are a few topics I’d like to rant about. Let’s start with chemical free. Can someone tell me something, what do people mean when they claim “chemical ...
01.30.2020 Peptides in skin care – episode 208 Beauty questions answered today include Is there a bar shampoo or bar conditioner that works as well as the ones out of a bottle? Why can’t everyone use retinol? Is sugaring dangerous? And does it work as well as waxing? ...
01.22.2020 Does Diet Affect Acne – plus SkinMedica serum and hair damage – episode 207 On today’s program we are going to talk about a couple of beauty industry news stories and answer your questions about… Is an expensive skin serum worth the money even it if is from a pharmaceutical company? Which is more ...
01.15.2020 How do cosmetics impact the environment? episode 206 Beauty Science News stories On today’s program we are going to talk about a couple of beauty industry news stories and answer your questions about… Aluminum hydroxide in topical products Whether lip scrubs are worthwhile The environmental impact of cosmetics ...
01.08.2020 Do you need to reapply sunscreen indoors? episode 205 It’s a special episode with Perry and Sarah Bellum. On today’s episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Do you need to reapply sunscreen if I’m indoor all day? Why is ferulic acid used with vitamin C? ...
12.31.2019 Year end wrap up – episode 204 Happy New Year! We take a look at some of the hottest trends in the beauty industry in 2019 including clean beauty, CBD, Indie beauty and waterless beauty. Then we give our predictions for the hottest trends coming in 2020. ...
12.24.2019 Are high quality cosmetic ingredients a thing? #203 On today’s episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Quality of ingredients versus price of the product? The Curly Girl Method and Parabens? What it’s like to work in the cosmetics industry Do you have to wait ...
12.11.2019 CBD in cosmetics – Waterless products – and hair dye cancer scare – episode 202 On today’s episode we just felt like ranting! Today we cover 3 beauty science topics that have affected the beauty world. Here you’ll get the cosmetic chemist and formulator take on the following topics: Hair dye and a link to ...
12.04.2019 Will meadowfoam seed oil help your face? episode 201 On today’s episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Is meadowfoam seed oil making skin less itchy? Can rinse off conditioner give you acne? Does Este Lauder own Bobbie Brown? What is Indie Beauty? What’s the deal ...
11.26.2019 Stem cells in cosmetics – Beauty Brains rewind episode 166 Covered on this episode: Beauty Science stories: Cruelty free products are free from cruelty. EWG on the Kardashian’s show – Beauty Questions: Are human stem cells effective in anti-aging products? Coincidentally, I just read a story about a new skin ...
11.19.2019 Fragrance free hair care and No-BS skincare – episode 200 The Beauty Brains answer questions about… Why can’t I find more fragrance-free hair products? Living Proof hair care (is the price worth it?) What’s the deal with No-BS Skincare Can magnesium be used for cleaning? Beauty News Skin care in ...
11.12.2019 Collagen for skin, tea tree oil for acne and other beauty questions – episode 199 The Beauty Brains answer questions about… Should you take collagen supplements? Is there a difference between men & women’s hair care? Is tea tree oil is as effective as benzoyl peroxide Can Vitamin C change color? Beauty News Natural cosmetic ...
11.06.2019 Is Paw Paw ointment different than Vaseline? Episode 198 On today’s episode we answer your questions about Is Lucas’s Paw Paw ointment different than vaseline? What does the term cosmeceutical mean? Are the products different? Does nail polish help your nails to grow better? Are copper peptides an effective ...
10.28.2019 Is vaping bad for skin – episode 197 On today’s episode we answer your questions about Is vaping bad for your skin Is there any benefit to inverse hair conditioning Do you need to worry about emulsifiers in skin products? Beauty News Sunday Riley – has practically no ...
10.16.2019 Hydroquinone creams, Vitamins in hair and more – episode 196 On this episode of the Beauty Brains we answer a number of beauty product questions and talk about big companies and the brands they own. Beauty Questions On today’s episode we answer your questions about Are there any benefits in ...
10.09.2019 More on clean beauty, supplements, baking soda and mineral oil – episode 195 On this episode of the Beauty Brains we answer a number of beauty product questions and talk about big companies and the brands they own. Beauty Questions On today’s episode we answer your questions about Color cosmetics for protection from ...
09.20.2019 Clean beauty, oil cleansing and more – episode 194 On this episode of the Beauty Brains we answer a number of beauty product questions and talk about big companies and the brands they own. Beauty Questions On today’s episode we answer your questions about Is oil cleansing better for ...
08.26.2019 Monistat for hair growth – does it work? episode 193 On this episode of the Beauty Brains we answer a number of beauty product questions and talk about big companies and the brands they own. Beauty Questions On today’s episode we answer your questions about Yeast infection medicine to treat ...
08.14.2019 Do oxygen facials work & more beauty questions – episode 192 On today’s episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Oxygen facials and how they work How does plant based hair color work? Does light degrade shampoo? Substituting Body Wash for Hand Soap And more, plus… Kitchen Chemistry! ...
08.06.2019 Cosmetic brands and big companies – Who owns that – episode 191 On this episode of the Beauty Brains we answer a number of beauty product questions and talk about big companies and the brands they own. Beauty Questions What is the big deal about squalane Does the number of ingredients in ...
07.28.2019 Skin microbiome and cosmetics – peppermint oil and hair growth – episode 190 On this solo episode of the Beauty Brains we cover… Beauty Product Topics Skin Microbiome – Do these beauty products really work? Peppermint oil – Can it grow hair? Should you spend a lot of money for La Mer? Follow ...
07.15.2019 Henna hair color and hygral fatigue – episode 189 On this episode of the Beauty Brains we cover a variety of topics for both hair and skin. On this show… Beauty Questions Can you use regular hair color after using henna Why can’t you buy red lipstick, or can ...
07.08.2019 Blue light protection for skin – do you need it? episode 188 On this episode of the Beauty Brains we cover a variety of topics for both hair and skin. On this show… Beauty News Mental Health & Genes related to Tanning Bed Addiction CBD line launched Recall Roundup – We check ...
06.24.2019 Natural ingredients for hair and skin – what works? episode 187 On this episode of the Beauty Brains we cover a variety of topics for both hair and skin. On this show… How does Hard water affect hair? Should you be Patting or smearing on skincare products? What natural ingredients that ...
06.14.2019 Fragrance Loophole vacation episode 186 We’re on vacation this week but instead of skipping the week we thought we’d give you some insight on the fragrance loophole and what it means from a cosmetic chemists and formulator’s perspective. Follow the Brains Thanks for listening. Hey ...
06.05.2019 Does Beer work for hair and answers to other beauty questions – episode 185 Welcome to the Beauty Brains. A podcast and website where real cosmetic scientists answer your beauty questions. On the show today we cover: Kitchen cosmetics: Does Beer work for hair What’s the deal with the microbiome Can you get alcohol ...
05.29.2019 Will sunscreen prevent tanning? episode 184 Welcome to the Beauty Brains. A podcast and website where real cosmetic scientists answer your beauty questions. On the show today we cover: The types of questions you can get answered about beauty products Does Preparation H really reduce puffy ...
05.22.2019 Tree nut allergies and cosmetics – episode 183 On today’s episode we answer beauty questions about : Should one be worried about tree nuts in cosmetic products? What’s the difference between a toners and astringent? How does one spot a bad dupe versus an affordable product that works? ...
05.13.2019 BB glow facials – DHA safety – and hard water cosmetics 182 The Beauty Brains episode 182 – we cover beauty questions about BB glow facials The safety of self tanners Doing you own research and Hard water and your beauty products Beauty Science News Butt MasksIs natural deodorant necessary?8 Beauty ingredients ...
04.30.2019 Fermented milk and Shellfish Cosmetics – Episode 181 Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real scientists answer your beauty questions and give you an insider’s look at the beauty product industry. On today’s episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Whether or not ...
04.23.2019 Your hair care questions answered – episode 180 Welcome to the Beauty Brains show. On today’s episode we’re going to be answering your hair care beauty questions! Hair products that claim to restore natural color in gray hair Ouidad curl conditioner Products that claim to thicken hair How ...
04.16.2019 Is Quaternium 18 a silicone? Episode 179 Welcome to the Beauty Brains, a show where real scientists answer your beauty questions and give you an insider’s look at the beauty product industry. Hosts: Valerie George and Perry Romanowski On today’s episode we’re going to be answering your ...
04.11.2019 Curology questions – Salon conditioners and bar soap shampoo – episode 178 On today’s episode of The Beauty Brains we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about The differences between salon and store bought deep conditioners Whether curology is better than going to a dermatologist And what are the pros and ...
04.01.2019 What does Mandelic Acid do in Deodorants – The Beauty Brains solo Welcome to episode 177! It’s a solo episode of the Beauty Brains. On this episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about Thinning hair and the research going on in that area Whether cupping is an effective facial ...
03.18.2019 This episode smells – we answer fragrance questions Welcome to episode 176! Today is our all-fragrance question extravaganza!! On this episode we’re going to be answering your beauty questions about What do the terms unscented and fragrance free mean? Should you avoid fragrance in skin care products What’s ...
03.05.2019 Are cosmetics safer in Europe than in the US? Episode 101 We had a technical glitch this week & Perry is on vacation so enjoy a show from the archives…episode 101 Question of the week: How are cosmetics regulated outside of the US? Jacs from the UK asked…”Can you add a ...
02.26.2019 Are spray sunscreens illegal? And other sunblock questions – Episode 175 This is episode 175 and on today’s episode we’re going to cover a news stories we found interesting in the cosmetics industry, and then we’ll answer your beauty questions about: Are sunscreen sprays legal? What is the level of SPF ...

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