Ask the Beauty Brains - Beauty Questions Answered http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/categories/ask-the-beauty-brains/p8/feed.rss Wed, 22 May 13 20:05:17 -0400 Click here to visit the Beauty Brains blog. Ask the Beauty Brains - Beauty Questions Answered en-CA hair http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3250/hair Mon, 26 Nov 2012 08:11:59 -0500 kaushik 3250@/bbforum/discussions Can ant oil really reduce hair growth? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3235/can-ant-oil-really-reduce-hair-growth Sun, 18 Nov 2012 00:34:24 -0500 rozy 3235@/bbforum/discussions http://www.amazon.com/Tala-Ant-Egg-Oil-Cream/dp/B008ONRC3S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1353216654&sr=8-1&keywords=ant+oil
]]> "Time Release" in skin products: How and How well? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3237/time-release-in-skin-products-how-and-how-well Sun, 18 Nov 2012 19:15:58 -0500 rungrace01 3237@/bbforum/discussions ]]> What are the expiration dates of each kind of makeup product? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3228/what-are-the-expiration-dates-of-each-kind-of-makeup-product Sun, 11 Nov 2012 22:08:26 -0500 pinkxxcutie123 3228@/bbforum/discussions
Thankyou! :D]]> Why Does Retinol sometimes make lines/wrinkles look WORSE? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3208/why-does-retinol-sometimes-make-lineswrinkles-look-worse Fri, 02 Nov 2012 12:28:30 -0400 moonshyne 3208@/bbforum/discussions Is it true that perfume, even the exact same one smells different on everyone? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3202/is-it-true-that-perfume-even-the-exact-same-one-smells-different-on-everyone Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:12:28 -0400 le_fee_vert 3202@/bbforum/discussions ]]> Is there any way to get completely rid of blackheads???? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3190/is-there-any-way-to-get-completely-rid-of-blackheads Thu, 25 Oct 2012 20:44:32 -0400 design_a_thought 3190@/bbforum/discussions hyaluronic acid lotions - moisturizing(& worth the hype?) http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3225/hyaluronic-acid-lotions-moisturizing-worth-the-hype Fri, 09 Nov 2012 05:50:59 -0500 mirafye 3225@/bbforum/discussions Hi, I live in asia and recently there has been this hype about hylauronic acids in our lotions and moisturizers. The ingredients for the particular lotion that I'm referring to are: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether, Methyl Paraben, Disodium Succinate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Succinic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate.
(if you're wondering which product im referring to, google Hada Labo SHA lotion)
According to their direction of usage, this is to be used as a toner to prep the skin and then we have to use a moisturizer after that. Im kinda wondering if we can use this directly as a moisturizer instead?

Thanks for your help! 
]]> Nail Varnish Storage Problem! http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3219/nail-varnish-storage-problem Wed, 07 Nov 2012 08:33:55 -0500 HelenLucy_ 3219@/bbforum/discussions
I was just wondering if anyone works in a beauty salon or as a beautician and have a few minutes to complete my survey for my final year project at university? It would be extremely helpful for me!


Thank you very much!


]]> Duochrome nail polish http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3205/duochrome-nail-polish Thu, 01 Nov 2012 01:38:45 -0400 missionista 3205@/bbforum/discussions Nioxin or Rogaine for thinning hair? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3216/nioxin-or-rogaine-for-thinning-hair Mon, 05 Nov 2012 20:33:53 -0500 enna007 3216@/bbforum/discussions Organic Skin Care, Better? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3213/organic-skin-care-better Sun, 04 Nov 2012 15:00:19 -0500 timmaria 3213@/bbforum/discussions
Maria
Essona organics
http://www.essona.com

]]> Confused about Vitamin C options..please help. http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3210/confused-about-vitamin-c-options..please-help. Fri, 02 Nov 2012 13:15:18 -0400 moonshyne 3210@/bbforum/discussions
I'm currently using retinol and glycolic acid alternated every night and have seen improvement in both areas. But I've been thinking about adding a vitamin C product for anti aging benefits and hoping to brighten and give my skin some "glow". But I'm confused what to buy. I recently bought a sample of "awesome sauce" from silk naturals..it's an antioxidant serum and contains "MAP" which is supposed to be a more stable (although not as effective as L-Ascorbic acid?) vitamin c source. I'm kinda meh about it. I don't feel that vitamin c tingle and I don't get that glow I have from using vitamin c products in the past. Actually I used to use one from Avon a few years ago and I looooved it. Naturally it was discontinued :/. Then I used Skin Boost from the Body Shop. It made a great primer but didn't seem to have "real" vitamin C in it, more a mix of citrus oils and fragrance.

So I'm on the hunt. Im debating between Dr.Dennis Gross Hydrapure Vitamin C skin brightening serum which has great reviews and supposedly three forms of C, I'm also looking at Cosmetic Skin Solutions CE ferulic serum, apparently an exact dupe for the Skinceuticals serum? Which would you recommend? Or is there an even better option I should consider? I want something that's going to give my pale, tired complexion a nice healthy boost and hopefully aide in wrinkles and acne issues. Can you help? Thanks in advance!

I know I should use the vitamin C during the day and my retinol/glycolic acid at night but would I be able to use my Regenerist Daily Regenerating serum along with the vitamin C product?. If so, My guess would be I'd apply the C product first, wait 10 minutes and then add the Regenerist serum? Will the Niacinamide in the Regenerist be ok with the vitamin C? I just want to make sure the two products would be compatible. Sorry, I know I'm asking a lot here lol. I really am wanting to learn how different ingredients interact on the skin and which I need to avoid mixing for optimal results. Thanks! ]]> Ammonia hair colour vs Ammonia free (with Monoethianolamine) as a alcaline replacement http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2688/ammonia-hair-colour-vs-ammonia-free-with-monoethianolamine-as-a-alcaline-replacement Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:34:00 -0400 mariano hair 2688@/bbforum/discussions The question is the alkaline replacement  for an oxidation hair dye (MEA) or ethianolamine, monoethianolamine Truly a better alternative?
is it not more toxic and stays in the hair? being also less effective in developing the hair colour, but being as damaging as ammonia to the hair fiber or more  (since it doesn't evaporate)??  I also understand the if one is allergicto hair dye they might as well be allergic to amminia free colours. is this so??
thanks for the response Mariano Hairdresser
]]> How could slapping someones face get rid of wrinkles? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3185/how-could-slapping-someones-face-get-rid-of-wrinkles Wed, 24 Oct 2012 16:20:17 -0400 rozy 3185@/bbforum/discussions http://jezebel.com/5954532/you-can-now-pay-a-thai-woman-350-to-slap-the-wrinkles-off-of-you
]]> Can eyeshadow primer stop working? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3195/can-eyeshadow-primer-stop-working Sat, 27 Oct 2012 19:19:55 -0400 Ally E. 3195@/bbforum/discussions http://www.luuux.com/health-beauty/immune-eye-primer Any explanation and advice? The UDPP is also 1.5-2 years old most probably... don't think it could be the age of the product, as the first paintpot I had lasted me over 2 years and never creased.
]]> Would normal glue work just as well as this product? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3200/would-normal-glue-work-just-as-well-as-this-product Sun, 28 Oct 2012 23:39:41 -0400 rozy 3200@/bbforum/discussions http://www.skinstore.com/p-16268-too-faced-shadow-insurance-glitter-glue.aspx
]]> Is cellulite a marketing term? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3198/is-cellulite-a-marketing-term Sun, 28 Oct 2012 00:04:17 -0400 rozy 3198@/bbforum/discussions ]]> Does our body absorb up to 60% of what we put onto our skin into our bloodstream. http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3194/does-our-body-absorb-up-to-60-of-what-we-put-onto-our-skin-into-our-bloodstream. Sat, 27 Oct 2012 12:59:49 -0400 design_a_thought 3194@/bbforum/discussions Do color enhancing shampoos/conditioners really work? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/1015/do-color-enhancing-shampoosconditioners-really-work Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:01:48 -0400 dazzlegloss 1015@/bbforum/discussions
There's a John Frieda product out that I want to use to lighten up my hair a bit (the Go Blonder series), but my hair is dark brown at the moment, with honey-brown highlights. Should I even bother with it? Will it work?]]> sagging and sunken under-eye skin http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3076/sagging-and-sunken-under-eye-skin Fri, 14 Sep 2012 02:58:55 -0400 jenianis21 3076@/bbforum/discussions Burts Bees Shampoo & Conditioner --do they contain Silicone? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2647/burts-bees-shampoo-conditioner-do-they-contain-silicone Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:41:54 -0400 theflyingace 2647@/bbforum/discussions
Any thoughts?

Here's the ingredient list: 

 aqua (water, eau), sodium bis-hydroxyethylglycinate coco-glucosides crosspolymer, sodium cocoyl alaninate, glycerin, disodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium lauroyl lactylate, oryza sativa (rice) extract, adansonia digitata oil, theobroma grandiflorum seed butter, origanum vulgare leaf oil, thymus vulgaris (thyme) oil, hydrolyzed jojoba protein, arginine, sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed soy protein, sodium polyaspartate, parfum (fragrance), xanthan gum, sodium cocoyl glutamate, guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, lauryl lactyl lactate, sodium chloride, lactic acid, leuconostoc ferment filtrate, ascorbic acid, citric acid, potassium sorbate.
]]> Did you hear of the recall on this sunblock? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3181/did-you-hear-of-the-recall-on-this-sunblock Mon, 22 Oct 2012 18:37:59 -0400 rozy 3181@/bbforum/discussions http://consumerist.com/2012/10/19/banana-boat-sunscreen-recalled-because-youre-skin-isnt-supposed-to-be-set-on-fire/
How does this work, what makes it combustible and how much of a danger is it?
]]> How likely is it that you will get skin cancer from gel nails? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3186/how-likely-is-it-that-you-will-get-skin-cancer-from-gel-nails Wed, 24 Oct 2012 17:09:37 -0400 rozy 3186@/bbforum/discussions http://fashionista.com/2012/10/the-dark-side-of-gel-manicures-the-experts-weigh-in/

Would putting sunblock on your fingers before getting a gel mani help? Do any of the forum members think they are worth the risk?
]]> Micro loop hair extensions. Specific products? Im Confused :s http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3187/micro-loop-hair-extensions.-specific-products-im-confused-s Wed, 24 Oct 2012 18:43:14 -0400 design_a_thought 3187@/bbforum/discussions What do you think of this Jappanese crooked teeth beauty trend? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3175/what-do-you-think-of-this-jappanese-crooked-teeth-beauty-trend Fri, 19 Oct 2012 23:15:49 -0400 rozy 3175@/bbforum/discussions
http://www.tofugu.com/2012/04/25/why-crooked-teeth-are-straight-up-beautiful-in-japan/
]]> Could it be possible for hair extentsions to be developed that won't make you bald? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3189/could-it-be-possible-for-hair-extentsions-to-be-developed-that-wont-make-you-bald Wed, 24 Oct 2012 20:46:06 -0400 rozy 3189@/bbforum/discussions ]]> Are the claims of this hair removal creme true? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3156/are-the-claims-of-this-hair-removal-creme-true Sat, 13 Oct 2012 21:17:58 -0400 rozy 3156@/bbforum/discussions http://www.iwantthathair.com/product-p/a1.htm says that its so gentle you can use to remove pubic hair. I know that is a very delicate area so I am skeptical. Whats the deal?
]]> How to treat sores on my scalp (result of hair dyeing/full-head bleach)? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/2615/how-to-treat-sores-on-my-scalp-result-of-hair-dyeingfull-head-bleach Sun, 18 Mar 2012 17:10:25 -0400 Mamainak 2615@/bbforum/discussions I never had a full-head bleach until 2 weeks ago, at a salon. During the bleaching process my scalp itched and burned like never before (I've been colouring my hair for years now).

The problem I have now is the painful sores that keep popping out on my scalp. I had them before after dyeing my hair and never knew what to do, so I'm asking you for help now! They are painful and bleed if I scratch them, so I also have scabs creating...

Thank you!
]]> How long must a face wash remain on the skin in order for the ingredients to be activated? http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3176/how-long-must-a-face-wash-remain-on-the-skin-in-order-for-the-ingredients-to-be-activated Sat, 20 Oct 2012 00:56:35 -0400 bebelyn86 3176@/bbforum/discussions