Are hypoallergenic cosmetics really allergen free? episode 230

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...

Is Ventner's Daughter Serum worth the price? Episode 229

Questions talked about today includeShould 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...

Is it ok to blend beauty products? episode 228

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...

Most misleading beauty product claims - Episode 227

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...

Can sunless tanners be organic? Episode 226

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...

Are microplastics in cosmetics bad for the environmental? – episode 225

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 […]

Will vitamin supplements make my hair grow? Episode 224

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 […]

Is dry shampoo bad for your hair and scalp? episode 223

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 […]

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 and with me today is…well, it’s just me. Valerie is off today but she’ll […]

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 questions about… Is blow drying at low heat better for your hair than air drying? […]