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On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:Are toxins in cosmetics?Can you get higher than 2% salicylic acid?How do cosmetics change colors when applied to skin?Which products are worth splurging on? Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Send us...
On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:What is an aqueous cream?Is the Ordinary Vitamin C trustworthy?Magical sunbeam eye cream - audioFrizzy hair questionBeauty Science News Baby powder discontinued. Is scorpion venom the next snail slime? Celebrity beauty news...
On today’s show, we are going to cover...Is there something that makes Hair Story products special?How can you tell if a vitamin C product still works?Whether emulsifying wax NF is safe to useCan active ingredients in a body wash really...
On today’s show we answer questions about:What we think of the Redken acidic bonding treatments?Should pregnant women avoid certain ingredients in lip gloss?Is retinol toxic?Should you be worried about potential asbestos contamination affecting talc in makeup products?Is pharmaceutical grade skincare...
On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:Is skin aging the same as rusting?Will hair change color like a banana?Is vitamin C that is late in the ingredient list really effective?How do you test comedogenicity in a labBeauty Science...
On today’s show Perry & Valerie answer questions about:Does the cool air function on hair dryers help set hair styles?What makes a sunscreen water resistant?Is there a shampoo that can work for eczema?What do we think of Dr. Sam Bunting’s...
On today’s show we answer questions about:Do any scar creams help to reduce the appearance of a scar?Are there anti-aging ingredients you should avoid when pregnant?Can the eye lash thickening technology help the hair on your head?Is Olaplex safe on...
On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:What’s up with Riversol and what your thoughts are about laser treatments for people with Rosacea?Is Retin-A Micro as good as tretinoin?Can Niacinamide and Ascorbic Acid be mixed?Does fragrance dry out your...
On today’s show Valerie and Perry answer questions about:Could Vegemite be a dupe for the Biologique Recherche favorite mask Vivant?Why does getting hair dyed in the salon take longer than at home?What’s a good treatment for Melasma?Have ingredients in cosmetics...
On today’s show Perry & Valerie answer questions about:How does the new temporary color from Schwarzkopf work?Can you use a skin lotion ingredient to protect leather?Is it worth spending money on an expensive flat iron?Does encapsulated sunscreen work?What do you...
On today’s show Perry & Valerie answer questions about:What do you think of the Aphogee Two Step Protein Treatment and Balancing Moisturizer?Does human keratin bind to hair and make it stronger and repair damage?Does hydrolyzed wheat protein work as well...
On today’s show we’re going to answer questions about:Do chemical sunscreens cause free radicals?what are your favorite heat protection products for hairWhy would Nizoral have an unexpected effect on hair and scalp?Can stem cell technology in professional products straighten hair?Beauty...
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...
On today’s show Perry and Valerie answer questions about…What should we think about the EWG?How can you find less expensive versions of expensive hair shampoos/conditioners?Can you dilute out a conditioner with water to make it thinner?What in leave-in conditioner makes...
On today’s show we are going to answer questions about…How do magnetic eyelashes work?Can red light make your hair grow?What home treatments are as good as what you would get from an esthetician?And Is it fine to cut your hair...
On today’s show we are going to answer questions about…What’s the difference between ethyl ascorbic acid and ascorbic acidIs Retinyl Retinoate a gimmick?Do skincare lines add self tanner to their products to produce that glow on the skin?Does the AQUIS...
On today’s show we are going to answer questions about…Can cosmetics increase the production of melanin in your skin?Do oils act as a sealant on skin?Does pre-pooing hair with oil reduce the effectiveness of shampoo?Does oil on hair cause dandruff?Does...
On today's show it's a solo episode where Perry tackles three questions including...Why brands might change their formulas?Are professional skincare is better than the stuff you can buy in stores?If expensive products don’t work better why are they so popular?Link...
On today’s show we answer questions about…How would a US citizen get a sunscreen from outside the US?Non-pilling Vitamin C productsWhy is a foundation considered a hazmat product?Is curlsmith a less expensive version of Olaplex?And can you believe claims of...
On today’s show Perry & Valerie are going to answer questions about…Can home bleaching your hair affect the follicles and hair production long term?Why is BHT in cosmetics and is it safe? What is the difference between a fragrance and a...
On today’s show Perry and Valerie answer questions about…What is your opinion about ghost oil for damaged hair? Is Epilfree a good alternative to laser hair removal? Can any hair oil make your hair grow? Are there any skincare brands that live up...
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry answer all audio questions about... What’s the difference between Lanolin and Petrolatum? Is it dangerous to use expired lipstick? And what about a few hair trends like micellar, lamellar and apple cider vinegar rinses Lawsuit Corner L'Oreal is sued...
On today’s show Perry and Valerie answer questions about…Augustinus Bader Rich CreamU Beauty resurfacing compoundWhether herbal infused hair colors are really less harshWhether the droplette device has gotten any betterAnd whether the Lypo-Spheric delivery system is a better way to...
On today’s show Valerie and Perry answer questions about…Are glycols a problem in skincare?What is hypochlorous acid doing in skincare products?Is Argirelene botox in a bottle?Do we have thoughts on the brand KEEP ME ANCHORED?Beauty Science News Are shampoo bottles...
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry answers questions about...Why do companies use retinyl palmitate instead of retinol?Do thickening shampoos work for people with hair loss concerns?How fast does Vitamin C oxidize?What are your thoughts on Mineral Oil?Do Hair Minimizing products...
On today’s show we are going to answer questions about…Can you use a dryer sheet to tame your hair?Is it beneficial to use lip scrubs or are they doing more harm than good?What is with the Malibu packet products? Can...
On today’s show we are going to answer questions about…Will shower head filters help with hair color retention?Is polyethylene in cleansing balms an environmental problem?Can you wash your hair with laundry detergent?Does Jamaican Black Castor Oil really make your oil...
In this episode Perry and Valerie talk about who the Beauty Brains are, their mission and what the show is all about. They'll be back next episode answering all new beauty product questions. Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Become...
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry answers questions about...Are the Acrylates Copolymer in Arrojos Elixer Defrizzer Gel water soluble?Are there any cosmetic chemist jobs in Chicago?What do you do for skin that gets really dehydrated in winter?Is any evidence supporting...
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry do a short wrap-up of the past year and look forward to 2022. Valerie's ingredient company - Simply Ingredients Four Ways to Ask a question - 1. Become a patron and ask through there. These...
Warm wishes to you and your family this season. We'll have a wrap-up show next week. Valerie & Perry Support the Show.
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry answers questions about...What is the difference between cleansing oil and facial oil?Do oils hydrate or moisturize? Are there oils you recommend?Can you mix foundation with sunscreen to make a tinted sunscreen?Can a sunscreen help...
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry answers questions about...Is a two step peel more effective than a self-neutralizing peel?Does Sweet and Low help desensitize the scalp?What makes a product or ingredient more likely to clog your pores and how do...
On today’s solo show we answer questions about…How to find an affordable alternatives to expensive facial washes.What ingredients can really penetrate skin?Which glycolic acid product is the better buy one from the Ordinary or Paula’s Choice?And I’ll cover an opinion...
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry answers questions about...Is snail mucin a worthwhile ingredient?Do blackhead suction devices work?Will a humidifier help your skin?Beauty Science stories Garnier teams up with Walmart to launch clean beauty hair care brand Lawsuit oil free Four...
On today’s show we answer questions about…What ever happened to SD alcohol 40?Does sunscreen need to be applied on bare skin?Do facial oils penetrate deeper than a moisturizer?Does kakadu plum actually benefit the skin?Should Vitamin C be used at night?Beauty...
On today’s rebroadcast show we answer questions about…What’s a good beauty routine for someone in their 50s?Does Pacifica’s underarm detox really help you get out those pore clogging toxins?Can coconut oil absorb through your skin to cause an allergy?Why do...
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry answers questions about...What are your thoughts on carboxytherapy?Do tanning waters work?Can you apply too much vitamin C to the skin?Can you protect hair by taking shorter showers?Beauty Science stories FTC puts companies on notice FDA...
On today’s show, Valerie and Perry answers questions about...Is Octafluoropentyl methacrylate an amazing technology for hair?Does steampod really result in less hair damage?Is there something special about the conditioner that comes with hair dye?Are US ingredients appropriate for use in...
On today’s solo show, Perry answers questions about...Is PPG-9 a humectant or a film former, and if so does it rinse off?Why shouldn't you comb wet hair?Is Polyglutamic acid the best?Does the Sun Bum Tone Enhancer work to remove brassy...
On today’s show, Perry and Valerie cover...What ingredients are suitable for sensitive skin?What makes Peter Thomas Roth Firmx Eye tightener work?Peptides in cosmeticsDo ingredients accumulate in your body?Are there ingredients in makeup you should avoid?Can estheticians get more powerful ingredients...
On today’s show, we are going to cover...Can you mix vitamins and acids?We’ll talk about how and whether products like DefenAge and O2 Skin pro powder workIs ORG Mineral Face Peel a gimmick?How long should it take to see results...
Valerie and Perry are traveling so here's a rebroadcast from last year. 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...
On today’s show, we are going to cover...What are your thoughts on the Dyson hairdryer?Can EFGs penetrate the skin?What’s a good substitute for the QV lip balmWhy do prostaglandin based eyelash products require a prescription?Beauty Science News Consumers and transparency J&J; wins...
On today’s show, we are going to cover...Are natural fragrances safe for sensitive skin?What is hair glaze? What type of vitamin C do you use?Where can you find heat protecting products?Are salon products different than store products?What’s your opinion of the...
On today’s show Valerie and Perry are going to be answering your questions including… Why isn’t a product with GHK-Copper peptide blue?How can a product have HA as the first ingredient?What do we think of IGK Hi-Shine Gloss?What do we think...
On today’s solo show Perry tackles some audio questions and weighs in on the J&J; sunscreen recall. Questions covered include...How much does zinc oxide affect SPF valuesIs non-nano sunscreen safer?Is it bad for skin if you try different products?Are there...
On today’s show Valerie and Perry talk about beauty science news. Stories covered include... NAD rules P&G; making reasonable claims Scarlett Johansen is launching a beauty line Is Clean Beauty Under Attack and What Can Be Done About It? Does Beauty Desperately...
On today’s show Perry flies solo and answers a lot of questions...Does galactomyces brighten skin?Does propolis work on acne?What should you use on thick, coarse curly hair?What is "cold processing"?Is Lume Deodorant products safe for someone with Chronic Kidney Disease?Can...