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On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:

1. Is skin aging the same as rusting?
2. Will hair change color like a banana?
3. Is vitamin C that is late in the ingredient list really effective?
4. How do you test comedogenicity in a lab

Beauty Science news

Will anti-aging disappear from beauty in 2 to 3 years? 

Recalls

Banana Boat recalls sunscreen due to benzene contamination. Should consumers still be worried if their sunscreens contain benzene? 

Celebrity Launch?

Ashlie Tisdale perfume line 

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If you're curious about the Porch Kitty crew, here they are. The big one is Tuxedo and the 6 kittens are hers.

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On today’s show Perry & Valerie answer questions about:

1. Does the cool air function on hair dryers help set hair styles?
2. What makes a sunscreen water resistant?
3. Is there a shampoo that can work for eczema?
4. What do we think of Dr. Sam Bunting’s skincare products?

Beauty News
J&J launches a new baby brand and hops on the BS bandwagon!

How do you feel about these apps that let you try on make-up or beauty looks? Do you think they will have a big impact on people’s purchasing habits?

Celebrity launch?

Who called this one!? 

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On today’s show we answer questions about:

1. Do any scar creams help to reduce the appearance of a scar?
2. Are there anti-aging ingredients you should avoid when pregnant?
3. Can the eye lash thickening technology help the hair on your head?
4. Is Olaplex safe on hair?
5. Should you use a product without an ingredient list?
6. What type of products should be used on kinky hair?

Beauty Science stories

Is men’s skin care finally becoming a thing? 

New generation driving demand for ingestible skin care.

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On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:

1. What’s up with Riversol and what your thoughts are about laser treatments for people with Rosacea?
2. Is Retin-A Micro as good as tretinoin?
3. Can Niacinamide and Ascorbic Acid be mixed?
4. Does fragrance dry out your hair?

Beauty Science News

Color Depositing Mask - does it work? 

Lawsuit

A proposed class action lawsuit was filed against Oars and Alps. 

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Riversol 

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On today’s show Valerie and Perry answer questions about:

1. Could Vegemite be a dupe for the Biologique Recherche favorite mask Vivant?
2. Why does getting hair dyed in the salon take longer than at home?
3. What’s a good treatment for Melasma?
4. Have ingredients in cosmetics been safety tested enough?

Beauty News

J&J launch band aids for acne 

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Thanks to everyone who donated for the bike ride! You really made an impact.

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On today’s show Perry & Valerie answer questions about:

1. How does the new temporary color from Schwarzkopf work?
2. Can you use a skin lotion ingredient to protect leather?
3. Is it worth spending money on an expensive flat iron?
4. Does encapsulated sunscreen work?
5. What do you think of the new Ordinary peptide lash booster?

Beauty science news

Revlon files for bankruptcy

Olaplex pH plus is now in Walmart

P&G launches new shampoo bars

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Schwarzkopf dye product
Encapsulated sunscreen
Ordinary eyelash booster

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On today’s show Perry & Valerie answer questions about:

1. What do you think of the Aphogee Two Step Protein Treatment and Balancing Moisturizer?
2. Does human keratin bind to hair and make it stronger and repair damage?
3. Does hydrolyzed wheat protein work as well as hydrolyzed soy protein?
4. Can brow thickening products work?
5. Do inorganic filters reflect or absorb UV rays?

Beauty science news

Honey Pot changes its formula and gets some social media backlash. 

Oil Free Lawsuit Against Target Dismissed 

Celebrity launch

Skin by Kim  

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Aphogee treatment 

Brow thickeners 

AVeda brow thickener 

UV paper 

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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!

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On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:

1. Do chemical sunscreens cause free radicals?
2. what are your favorite heat protection products for hair
3. Why would Nizoral have an unexpected effect on hair and scalp?
4. Can stem cell technology in professional products straighten hair?

Beauty science news

Bondi hit with Reef Safe Lawsuit along with Banana Boat and Edgewell.

And Estee Lauder sued because of their face scanning tech

Recalls

Henkel recalls Alternl Bond Repair Leave in Heat Protection Spray because it was contaminated with B. cepacia.

Higher Education’s Makeout Ready Vegan Lip Balm SPF 15 

Celebrity launch

Have we covered Kate Hudson launch?  

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It's a shortened episode today due to the traveling of our dedicated hosts.

But there is some interesting topics discussed including whether science has really reversed the aging of cells, whether the industry needs more regulation, and a warning for magnetic eyelash users. 

Reversed aging of skin cells

Cosmetic regulations

Oh yeah, and we answer a patron's question about an interesting cleanser formulation from our biggest fan Timothy!  

We'll be back with a full episode next time.

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On today’s show Perry and Valerie answer questions about…

1. What should we think about the EWG?
2. How can you find less expensive versions of expensive hair shampoos/conditioners?
3. Can you dilute out a conditioner with water to make it thinner?
4. What in leave-in conditioner makes hair crunchy?
5. Are skin moisturizers (or cosmetics in general) sterile?

Beauty Science News

EWG sunscreen guide

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Support the Beauty Brains
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!

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