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Are natural colorants safe?

May 31, 2013

Here’s an interesting discussion that started in response to our post on Burts Bees Shimmer lipstick. Grape skin extract as a colorant In that post we mentioned that carmine, one of the colorants used in this product, comes from crushed insect bodies. Emma, one of our astute Facebook fans, commented that the product should not be [...]

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Does Theodent toothpaste really rebuild tooth enamel with chocolate?

May 30, 2013

Yontzen says…Theodent toothpaste claims it rebuilds enamel and that its main ingredient is sourced from chocolate. Is this true? Help! The Beauty Brains respond: Theodent certainly contains a chocolatey derivative but does it really work? For answers we turn to our newfound kindred spirit Chris Woolston, a writer for the LA Times who pens a [...]

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Aveeno versus Clear: Which is better for your scalp?

May 29, 2013

Steve F says…I have dermatitis and my dermatologist advised me to use an anti-dandruff shampoo. I like both Aveeno Nourish + Dandruff Control and Clear Complete Care, but I’m wondering which is really better for my scalp. The ingredient lists seem quite different, with Clear’s containing a lot more oil and things I can pronounce. [...]

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What makes Sephora Ultra Shine Lip Gloss so good?

May 28, 2013

Tauceti says…I recently tried the Ultra Shine Lip Gloss from Sephora and it miraculously solved my constant cracked lips problem. My lips crack so badly in wintertime that they bleed, but within a day of trying this gloss my lips were smooth again. It works better than anything else I’ve ever tried. And then the [...]

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What Kind Of Cosmetics Did Your Great-Great-Great Grandmother Wear On Memorial Day?

May 27, 2013

The Beauty Brains are taking the day off. We hope you enjoy this Memorial Day post from our archives.  Happy Memorial Day to all the Beauty Brains community in the United States! We hope you’re enjoying the long weekend and all the cookouts and parades. We also hope you haven’t forgotten the real meaning behind [...]

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Burt’s Bees Lip Shimmer lipstick: Look at the label

May 26, 2013

The 11th best selling beauty product on Amazon.com this week is caramel version of Burt’s Bees Lip Shimmer lipstick. Let’s look at the label to see what makes it so shimmery. If your lips are smacking for some Burt’s Bees: Lip Shimmer Lipstick please purchase it using the link below and help support the Beauty [...]

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The Top 5 Beauty Science stories of the week

May 25, 2013

Ripped from today’s headlines, here are our top 5 favorite beauty science stories of the week. Enjoy! Scientists develop acne treatment that works with the skin’s bacteria Itch protein may hold key to cure for skin conditions Would you take the new Lybrido Pill to boost your sexual desire? What does “Period After Opening” mean? [...]

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What is the foil method for removing nail polish?

May 24, 2013

Rachael says…I read your Facebook post about Clown Puke nail polish. The article you linked to talked about something called the “foil method” of removing nail polish. What can you tell us about that? The Beauty Brains respond: First of all, we have to point out that “Clown Puke” is the best nail polish name [...]

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Are plant stem cells good for hair and skin?

May 23, 2013

Kris’s question…I am noticing that plant stem cells are popping up in a number of skin and hair care products recently. I cannot find much info as to any efficacy beyond marketing information from the companies of said products. Any information is appreciated! The Beauty Brains respond: Like bow ties in Dr. Who, stem cells [...]

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