http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/categories/root/p8/feed.rss Wed, 19 Jun 13 19:06:50 -0400 Click here to visit the Beauty Brains blog. Root - Beauty Questions Answered en-CA http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3288/listerine-ultraclean-mouthwash-and-whitening-gel-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:39:08 -0500 LeftBrain 3288@/bbforum/discussions There are two new oral care products in our bathroom this week: Listerine’s UltraClean Mouthwash and Whitening Gel. The science The most interesting thing about the mouthwash is its new “EVERFRESH™” technology that promises to give a “dentist clean feeling” that lasts for hours. I couldn’t find a detailed explanation of this technology but I’m [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3286/beauty-science-quiz-december-9 Sun, 09 Dec 2012 01:01:48 -0500 LeftBrain 3286@/bbforum/discussions Can you spot the TRUE story in this week’s Beauty Science Quiz? 4 of these facts are fake – guess the real beauty science story and leave a comment.  I’ll post the answers tomorrow.  Guess which story is TRUE Cigarette smoke is a “natural” cure for head lice. Temporary tattoos are a cute new way [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3285/will-water-cure-my-dry-flaky-scalp Sat, 08 Dec 2012 01:01:38 -0500 LeftBrain 3285@/bbforum/discussions Miss Monet muses…I have dry scalp. My hair had alot of dry flakes and alot from  leave in conditioner applied everyday for 2 weeks. I sprayed my hair with a spray bottle of water and my dry scalp was gone. Also I sprayed my hair with water and it was so soft because of build up [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3284/trilogy-rosehip-oil-antioxidant-plus-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Sat, 08 Dec 2012 13:19:04 -0500 LeftBrain 3284@/bbforum/discussions If you’re into organic skin care you might want to consider Triology’s Rosehip Oil Antioxidant+. The oil is Certified Organic, if you care about such things, but we’re more interested in the clinical studies showing its antiaging efficacy. Fortunately Triology, unlike many other companies, provides results of their clinical testing online.  It’s difficult to tell [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3282/is-occ-vegan-nail-lacquer-any-good Fri, 07 Dec 2012 01:01:11 -0500 LeftBrain 3282@/bbforum/discussions Lori says…I’m thinking of getting OCC’s Nail Lacquer because it’s Vegan. How do they make it vegan? Will it be as good as a regular polish? The Right Brain responds: According to OCC’s website their products are vegan because they don’t contain “animal-derived ingredients (including Lanolin, Beeswax, Carmine and more).” I’ll let you in on a [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3281/neutrogena-norwegian-hand-cream-and-deep-clean-mask-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:27:51 -0500 LeftBrain 3281@/bbforum/discussions Today we’re looking at two of the product’s we received in our Rembrandt-sponsored tHERSday™ goodie package. (tHERSday™ is a night to prep and pamper, whether it’s a reward for a long, tough week, and excuse to catch up with old and new friends, or a night to prepare for the weekend’s festivities.) The first product is [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3276/aveeno-pure-renewal-dry-shampoo-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Thu, 06 Dec 2012 13:06:23 -0500 LeftBrain 3276@/bbforum/discussions We’ve been fans of dry shampoos since the original Pssssst spray.  In the last few years we’ve seen a number of innovative new products come to market including Aveeno’s Pure Renewal Dry Shampoo. The key to formulating these products is to use the right kind of starches that will absorb oil and dirt from your [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3277/are-botanicalherbal-extracts-in-hair-products-really-effective Thu, 06 Dec 2012 01:01:37 -0500 LeftBrain 3277@/bbforum/discussions Kusanagi’s question…I’m considering getting a “Twist Defining Cream” and it has a bunch of extracts listed near the top of the list. Are they delivering the promise of the product or are they just pixie dust? I note they aren’t listed as “Active Ingredients” but “Key Ingredients”. Your site has been so helpful. I give [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3264/beauty-science-quiz-december-2 Sun, 02 Dec 2012 01:01:01 -0500 LeftBrain 3264@/bbforum/discussions It’s news. It’s a quiz. It’s two, two, two posts in one! Four of the beauty science headlines below are real, one is fake. Can you tell the Beauty Science from the B.S.? Leave your guesses in the comments section and I’ll post the answer in a couple of days.  Leave a comment, guess which beauty science [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3265/will-summer-heat-ruin-my-makeup Mon, 03 Dec 2012 01:01:31 -0500 LeftBrain 3265@/bbforum/discussions Jokohhl says…I am on a 3 month vacation escaping the hot Australian summer. My make up is stored in the living room of my apartment, close to the front door. Today was 40 degrees Celsius there and more hot days are due to come. I’m worried for my foundations, lipsticks and other liquid based make [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3270/neutrogena-triple-moisture-deep-recovery-hair-mask-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Wed, 05 Dec 2012 13:06:28 -0500 LeftBrain 3270@/bbforum/discussions This week we were lucky enough to receive a sample of one of our all-time favorite haircare products. Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask leaves hair feeling soft but not heavy at all. According to their website that’s because it contains three key ingredients: Olive for the center of hair. Meadowfoam Seed for the [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3261/why-are-there-fish-scales-in-my-makeup Sat, 01 Dec 2012 01:01:25 -0500 LeftBrain 3261@/bbforum/discussions Cindy’s fond of fish…I read on the interwebs that nail polish is sparkly because it has ground up fish in it. Are there really fish scales in my make up? The Right Brain responds: Yes all that’s glittery and good comes from fish scales, a slice of mermaid tail, and a dash of powdered unicorn [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3267/softsoap-citrus-splash-berry-fusion-body-wash-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Tue, 04 Dec 2012 01:01:39 -0500 LeftBrain 3267@/bbforum/discussions Cold fusion may still be a scientific pipe dream but you can have berry fusion in your shower today. (I love writing corny crap like that…) Softsoap has launched a new body wash that claims to “Leave skin feeling soft with energizing citrus fragrance and real berry extracts.” Here are a couple of observations about [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3259/does-farmaesthetics-make-green-products Fri, 30 Nov 2012 01:01:11 -0500 LeftBrain 3259@/bbforum/discussions Amy asks…I’m looking for natural products just as many other people are. I read about Farmaesthetics new Almond Blossom Organic Body Wash and it sounds fantastic (and expensive!) Is this product green or not and is it worth the money? The Right Brain responds: Farmaesthetics bills themselves as the “creators of 100% natural fine herbal [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3238/aveeno-active-naturals-daily-moisturizing-lotion-look-at-the-label Mon, 19 Nov 2012 01:01:00 -0500 LeftBrain 3238@/bbforum/discussions Aveeno Active Naturals Daily Moisturizing Lotion is the 17th best selling beauty product on Amazon.com. We looked at the label and found something that shocked us… The last ingredient in the list is water. But lotions are typically mixtures of oil and water so how could they make a lotion with so little H2O?  Could the [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3258/does-the-aveda-invati-system-really-work Thu, 29 Nov 2012 01:01:47 -0500 LeftBrain 3258@/bbforum/discussions Mrs AnaLuna asks…I know that anecdotally, there seems to be a lot of positive feedback on various beauty blogs, but I’ve read quite a few who’ve said they see no change. Does the Invati system really work in helping you lose less hair and grow thicker hair? And is it really essential to use all [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3256/rembrandt-stain-dissolving-strips-in-the-beauty-brains-bathroom Wed, 28 Nov 2012 01:01:48 -0500 LeftBrain 3256@/bbforum/discussions This week I’ve been using Rembrandt’s Intense Stain stain dissolving strips. I’ve always been intrigued by the way companies have incorporated hydrogen peroxide (the same tooth whitening ingredient that dentists use) into home use products. The trick, of course, is how to keep the peroxide in contact with your teeth while it does it’s job. [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3253/does-the-bird-poop-facial-really-work Tue, 27 Nov 2012 01:01:19 -0500 LeftBrain 3253@/bbforum/discussions Meredith must know…A couple of years ago I heard a lot of buzz about the Geisha Facial that uses bird poo to improve your complexion. What’s the science behind this?  The Right Brain responds:  I know that a lot of beauty claims are bullish*t but this one is literally birdsh*t! Nonetheless, that hasn’t stopped modern [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3252/are-there-really-crab-shells-in-my-cosmetics Mon, 26 Nov 2012 01:01:49 -0500 LeftBrain 3252@/bbforum/discussions Cynthia is feeling crabby…I heard a rumor that many cosmetic products use crab shells as an ingredient. This sounds a little bit ridiculous to me but if it’s true I wonder why it’s so hush-hush. Is it because the cosmetic companies are worried that the animal-rights activists will find out? The Right Brain responds:  Actually, [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3248/beauty-science-news-november-25 Sun, 25 Nov 2012 01:01:34 -0500 LeftBrain 3248@/bbforum/discussions Enjoy this post-Thanksgiving dose of beauty science news… Would you use a smart tooth brush that links to your phone via bluetooth? Get it? Bluetooth! A new protein injection treatment may regrow hair!   Why are unsafe cosmetic products pulled from shelf? 3 recent examples Are super-foods really so super? New research shows they may [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3247/can-duochrome-nail-polish-become-monochrome-over-time Sat, 24 Nov 2012 01:01:47 -0500 LeftBrain 3247@/bbforum/discussions Missionista must know…I have a couple of (Sephora) duochrome nail polishes. One shifts from lavender to grey, and the other from hot pink to orange. Lately, I’ve noticed less shift in the colors. The lavender one has lost almost all the grey, and the pink is much less orange. Can duochrome polishes become monochrome over [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3246/shop-for-mild-body-washes Fri, 23 Nov 2012 01:01:18 -0500 LeftBrain 3246@/bbforum/discussions Since today is Black Friday and I know no one is reading this post anyway,  I thought it would a good time for some more shameless self promotion. If you’re a fan of the Beauty Brains you can help support us by shopping through our Amazon.com affiliate links. Once you lick on our link we [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3244/the-little-known-connection-between-your-hair-and-a-turkey-dinner Thu, 22 Nov 2012 01:01:26 -0500 LeftBrain 3244@/bbforum/discussions Since it’s Thanksgiving Day here in the U.S. we’re re-running our annual post about hairy turkey… What does your hair have in common with turkey? They both contain a chemical called tryptophan. Tryptophan is one of the amino acids that make up the protein structure of hair. It is also easily degraded by UV radiation so [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3243/can-ant-oil-really-reduce-hair-growth Wed, 21 Nov 2012 01:01:17 -0500 LeftBrain 3243@/bbforum/discussions Rozy says…There is this product called Tala Ant Egg oil, sounds fishy to me, but I am wishing it to be true! The Right Brain replies: Just when we thought we’d heard it all, here comes the invasion of the ants. Tala’s Ant Egg oil is one of several products that claims to use the [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3241/can-led-lights-cure-nail-polish Tue, 20 Nov 2012 01:15:54 -0500 LeftBrain 3241@/bbforum/discussions Anonymous asks…what is the difference between the polishes and why do some require UV where others require LED? If I buy an LED lamp, will that still work on Shellac polishes, which normally use a UV lamp? Or if I buy a UV lamp will this work on the ones that normally use LED? Does [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3212/why-does-sweat-stink Sat, 03 Nov 2012 02:01:24 -0400 LeftBrain 3212@/bbforum/discussions Which makes you stink more: a workout at the gym or a stressful meeting at the office? The answer lies in understanding that there are two different kinds of sweat. “Regular” sweat comes from the eccrine sweat glands which are activated by physical activity and environmental temperature. “Stress sweat” is produced by secretions from the [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3236/beauty-science-news-november-18 Sun, 18 Nov 2012 01:01:52 -0500 LeftBrain 3236@/bbforum/discussions It’s an all “true or false” edition of Beauty Science News. Click the links to read the articles for your answers or scroll down for the answer decoder. True or false: A new perfume called “Chicago” is made only from extracts of flowers grown in the windy city. True or false: Eyelash growth enhancers can also [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3234/do-i-have-egg-on-my-face-should-i Sat, 17 Nov 2012 01:01:12 -0500 LeftBrain 3234@/bbforum/discussions Olivia asks… I read that putting egg on your face is good for your skin. This sounds like an old wives tale what do you think? The Right Brain responds: What do I think? I think that “urban legend” is probably a more politically correct term then “old wives tale.” I point this out just [...]]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3233/doggy-style-science-education Fri, 16 Nov 2012 01:02:19 -0500 LeftBrain 3233@/bbforum/discussions As regular readers of the Beauty Brains know, we’re passionate about science education. That’s why we’re sharing this absolutely delightful video of dogs teaching chemistry. Enjoy! Image credit: http://schaver.com]]> http://thebeautybrains.com/bbforum/discussion/3232/the-beauty-brains-in-o-magazine Thu, 15 Nov 2012 01:01:38 -0500 LeftBrain 3232@/bbforum/discussions The December 2012 issue of O, the Oprah Magazine features on of the Beauty Brains!  I had the privilege of speaking with one of “O’s” beauty editors about the causes of cures of static flyway. It was a great discussion lasting about 45 minutes. Interestingly, the article boils all that down to a VERY short [...]]]>