http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/categories/ask-the-beauty-brains/p53/feed.rss Tue, 21 May 13 23:03:34 -0400 Click here to visit the Beauty Brains blog. Ask the Beauty Brains - Beauty Questions Answered en-CA http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/784/the-oldest-hands-in-christendom Fri, 08 May 2009 07:19:36 -0400 Woolly 784@/bbforum/discussions
But now I want to pick your brains.

I have very old hands, and they've been old for years. Both my sister and I have it, so we recognise that their lined appearance is genetic, but aside from that my hands are very dry. We got a water softener in the house recently principally to sort out my child's eczema, but it feels lovely for the adults too. However, I thought this would really help my hands and if anything they're drier than ever.

I'm a handcream nut, I'm forever searching for the holy grail. I've tried the usuals:

Cocoa butter
Neutraogena (norweigian fisherman formula)
Aveda Hand Therapy
Vaseline intensive care

I use rubber gloves to wash up/clean in.

Any suggestions for improvement, gratefully received.

Woolly]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/823/flaky-scalp Wed, 27 May 2009 09:12:48 -0400 waterlily 823@/bbforum/discussions Firstly I would like to say that I LOVE your website! So informative yet entertaining.
I would like to know why if I don't wash my hair for a few days and it subsequently becomes greasy at the roots, my scalp becomes flaky (like oily flakes). Is this dandruff or does dandruff necessarily have to be of the dry sort of flakes?
Warm regards,
Waterlily]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/819/what-are-the-best-and-cheapest-natural-skin-care-products-available Tue, 26 May 2009 14:18:14 -0400 good looking 819@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/664/frownies Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:55:30 -0500 wizzie 664@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/716/can-acetone-free-polish-remover-be-more-harmful-to-the-nails Sat, 21 Mar 2009 18:49:09 -0400 Ally E. 716@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/809/scars-on-your-face Thu, 21 May 2009 00:26:04 -0400 terpitude 809@/bbforum/discussions
Theoretically, glycolic acid should clean up and break down excess skin cells and help circulation, which would than increase collagen, but would that help me reduce those scars? HELP! I want clear skin and to wear minimal makeup.]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/807/heat-damage-a-cause-of-hair-unruliness Wed, 20 May 2009 21:02:59 -0400 ennae 807@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/804/natural-hair-care-products Tue, 19 May 2009 20:46:35 -0400 KeishaWorsham 804@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/802/johnsons-baby-oil Mon, 18 May 2009 04:05:09 -0400 livelovelaugh 802@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/786/ideal-at-home-beauty-treatment Fri, 08 May 2009 12:07:19 -0400 Woolly 786@/bbforum/discussions
What I was then wondering, is what beauty service people would want a home? I'm trying to come up with an idea that will allow me to work flexibly as I've got a little boy and now expecting another child - not here for ages, mind. However, I need to get some training organised if I want to take this further. My lash extension was my big idea. But as I've said I now have doubts. What about LVL from Nouveau Lashes; it uses new perming technology to shape eyelashes to allow them to appear longer. Alleviating the need for mascara or if adding mascara creating an ultra-glam look.

I know this all seems lash-centric but I am interested in any ideas that allow me to specialise in the something that appeals, is easily transportable. My friend who is a trained beautician recommended learning threading as well.

Anyway, any help would be most appreicated.]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/797/spf-in-laundry-detergent-sunguard Thu, 14 May 2009 12:16:52 -0400 mo 797@/bbforum/discussions http://www.sunguardsunprotection.com/How+Sunguard+Works.8.lasso

If I can just wash my clothes with this, I have a SPF30 in them. No need to reapply LOL :)]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/611/retinol-over-the-counter-vs.-prescription-question Sat, 17 Jan 2009 07:11:17 -0500 elf518 611@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/801/urea-and-glycerin Sun, 17 May 2009 06:18:01 -0400 prettiwylde 801@/bbforum/discussions I am curious to know exactly what long term Urea use will do to my face.I use my 20% urea on my face every night and have been doing so for about three months.
I have noticed a difference in my worry lines and the fine lines around my eyes.My questions are;what will this do to the skin on my face in the long term?is it safe to use around my eyes?Is there hormones in it?(i am aware of where it may be derived from,but how would I know if its synthetic?)
If I couple this with glycerin(the label says BP,so I imagine its a by product of something,I know its not vegetable derived)is it dangerous?am I playng mad scientist with the skin on my face?
It feels and looks so good,the pores are finer,lines plumped out but I need to know if I will eventually glow in the dark or thin my skin out beyong repair ?thanks
Prettiwylde]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/785/retinoids Fri, 08 May 2009 10:27:15 -0400 ashes007 785@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/800/sunscreens-the-amount-you-use-is-more-important-than-the-spf- Fri, 15 May 2009 19:14:29 -0400 Karen 800@/bbforum/discussions http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/14/fashion/14SKIN.html?_r=1
The bottom line: Don't skimp on how much you use, ladies!]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/795/eyebrow-follicles-permanently-damaged Wed, 13 May 2009 08:56:15 -0400 bethe 795@/bbforum/discussions I've heard that sometimes over plucked eyebrow hair will never grow back because the follicle has been damaged. Is this true? Or should I just give it more time? I feel like I've scarred myself for life!
TIA]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/798/can-loose-powder-foundation-damage-lungs-over-time Fri, 15 May 2009 03:39:46 -0400 K 798@/bbforum/discussions
If it matters- my Coastal Scents foundation contains: Titanium Dioxide, Mica, Iron Oxides, Rice Powder, Zinc Oxide, Boron Nitride,Magnesium Myristate, Kaolin Clay, Ultramarine Blue. (They readily list the ingredients on every product they sell. I appreciate that!)]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/780/red-marks-caused-by-acne Tue, 05 May 2009 13:05:25 -0400 vananners 780@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/735/olay-targeted-tone-enhancer-and-neutrogena-visibly-even Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:23:49 -0400 tsunamino 735@/bbforum/discussions
I've been trying to find a product that will help make my nose a normal color. For years, it's been bright red! It's a little embarrassing, especially since everyone constantly asks me if I have a cold when I don't! I've been using Olay Targeted Tone Enhancer and Neutrogena Visibly Even moisturizer with SPF 30 and I'm not sure that they're working. The combination of the two seem to be working a little on my blotchy cheeks, but nothing has affected my nose. Am I just wasting my money? Is there something short of a chemical peel that will work?

Thanks!]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/793/fair-and-lovely-lotion-and-creams Mon, 11 May 2009 14:15:01 -0400 jsriken 793@/bbforum/discussions I like reading the blog and received an email asking for more questions, so instead of working on my grad school projects, I decided to ask beauty questions.

When I was in junior high school, I had an Indian friend who liked to use Fair and Lovely cream. Now that I am in my thirties, I have noticed small ages spots on my cheeck and was wondering if fair and lovely would actually lighten these marks. Some of the ingredients look like suncreen ingredients but is it true that vitamin B3 affects skin color?

I found the ingredient list on this website: http://www.spicesofindia.co.uk/cgi-bin/sh000001.pl?REFPAGE=http%3a%2f%2fwww.spicesofindia.co.uk%2facatalog%2fHealth-and-Beauty-Items-11-20.html&WD=fair%20lovely&SHOP=%20&PN=Fair-and-Lovely-Fairness-Lotion.html%23aHBE090#aHBE090


Ingredients: Dematerialised Aqua, Propylene Glycol, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Methyl Paraben, Buty1 Para Hydroxyl Benzoate, Ethy1 Paraben, Propy1 Paraben, Niacinamide, Octy1 Methoxy Cinnamate, Buty1 Methoxy Dibenzoy1, Methane, Stearic Acid, Mineral Oil, Potassium Cety1, Phosphate, Buty1 Hydroxy Toluene, Glycerol Monosterate Non Self Emulsifying, Octy1 Hydroxy State, Micronised Titanium Dioxide C13, 14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7 Polyacrylamide, Hydrolised Milk Protein, Cycolmethicone, Perfume.]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/791/does-silicone-block-coconut-oil Sun, 10 May 2009 21:55:34 -0400 jsriken 791@/bbforum/discussions Thanks for all the information on this site. I really enjoy reading it.

I have a question regarding silicone and coconut oil. Since silicone works by coating hair, would silicone prevent the penetration of coconut oil?
Thanks!]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/790/eaurganic Sat, 09 May 2009 22:38:11 -0400 Breve 790@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/777/can-soap-whiten-my-teeth Sun, 03 May 2009 17:14:03 -0400 dropoutboogie 777@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/789/nexxus-dualiste Sat, 09 May 2009 15:37:18 -0400 pepermint179 789@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/549/blackheads Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:27:29 -0500 Charmaine 549@/bbforum/discussions
I have combination skin & battle with blackheads on my chin & nose, how can I get rid of them permanently? Sqeezing them out is far to painfull (been there tried that), it just re-appears after a while...

Any permanent solutions?]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/787/emerge-skincare Fri, 08 May 2009 12:40:12 -0400 ieatbugs 787@/bbforum/discussions
"Effective long term regulation and control of sebum, based on 5-alpha reductase inhibition. "
"The new ingredient of Seb-Regu gets your skin Auto-protection. It controls hyperactivity in sebaceous glands to prevent overproduction of sebum and allows the skin to quickly absorb moisture. It keeps the skin feeling trouble-free, pleasant and healthy."

Seb-Regu? Did they just make that up? The ingredients list is as follows:
Water (Aqua), Glyceryl Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Lecithin, Lauryl Alcohol, Myristyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isohexadecane, Glycerin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Extract, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone Copolyol, Xanthan gum, Myristyl, Myristate, Chamomile Extract, DMDM Hydantoin (and) Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Triethanolamine.

Help, please! Will this actually reduce the oil production of my skin?]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/783/coppola-keratin-hair-straightening Thu, 07 May 2009 19:14:00 -0400 gabriella 783@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/781/john-frieda-sheer-blonde-color-renew-tone-restoring-shampoo Thu, 07 May 2009 08:32:01 -0400 teddyp 781@/bbforum/discussions http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/739/removing-deodorant-at-the-end-of-the-day Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:50:14 -0400 tsunamino 739@/bbforum/discussions
"Clarsskin Underarm Cleanser contains a unique patent pending combination of an effective chelating agent with special agents. This complex mixture is specifically designed to remove antiperspirant deodorant residue, efficiently and mildly. So what’s so special about chelating agents? Chelating agents have the capability of penetrating the residue left behind by antiperspirant deodorants -- including the metallic salts they are made of! They do one thing and do it well! Clarsskin Underarm Cleanser is particularly effective with ingredients that are unusually mild but contain no sulfates, paraben and DEA."
http://www.clarsskin.com/default.html

Of course since it's "patent pending" they don't list the ingredients. Is there anything out there that could help to get rid of deodorant? Does it even clog pores? I've never really experienced any breakouts there. although I am prone to ingrowns (but that's hair-related, not skin).]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/779/genetic-engineering-in-a-bottle-this-cannot-possibly-be-serious-can-it Mon, 04 May 2009 16:51:21 -0400 Ink 779@/bbforum/discussions