Liz’s abrasive question: Tell me about those drug store microdermabrasion kits, such as the the Neutrogena Advanced Solutions At Home MicroDermabrasion System. Do they really work? Are they effective for reducing the appearance of small, minor scars from acne and the texture of skin overall? How is microdermbrasion different from regular exfoliating? The Right [...]
Nancy Needs To Know: You guys helped me so much with your Ojon review. I had recently purchased the Discovery Kit, which I liked, but not as much as I like the coconut oil! I bought 2 bottles by Parachute, one plain coconut oil, and one named Sampoorna, which also contains almonds and hibiscus. I [...]
Summer Says About Silicones: What a treat your blog is! I can’t get enough. I am an esthetician and an absolute ingredient crazy beauty product junkie. My question for you is whether or not silicone in any of its forms is drying and therefore damaging to the hair. My hair stylist told me that it [...]
N asks: I’ve always wanted to experiment with intimate shaving but I’m a bit nervous. I don’t really trust the info from some of the “naughtier” websites, so I thought I’d ask your scientific perspective: Is there any safe and easy way to style pubic hair? The Right Brain’s Response: Don’t worry, N, with The [...]
Mari Murmers: Hi Beauty Brains, Thanks for all the info, its really fantastic! What the difference is between regular conditioner and leave-in conditioner? I’ve been putting a little bit of conditioner on after I’ve toweled off my hair and all (except Pantene) seem to work better that way for my curly hair. The Right’s Really [...]
Shannon Says: I have wavy, thick, curly hair and I can’t stand it. I usually flat Iron it , but lately I have gotten sick of getting up at 8:00 on the weekends to flat iron it. I was looking at buying Herbal Essences Dangerously Pin Straight Shampoo, is it worth it? Or should I [...]
Sad Says: Hi.. A few months ago I noticed some stray hairs on my chin and upper lip.. I impulsively shaved them off!!! *BAD ME, I know* Now I find that I need to *ahem* shave every 2-3 days sometimes.. I try to let it go as long as I can so I don’t shave [...]
Wenditha wonders: So I’m wondering about a beauty company called Arbonne? Could you tell me what the Beauty Brains think? They’re supposed to be the end-all, be-all, but I remain cautious. However, I’ve used some samples of their anti-aging skin line and found it to be very nice. The Beauty Brains respond: Thanks for the [...]
Anon E. Moose Asks: I’ve heard that applying oils like jojoba oil, almond oil and coconut oil is good for your hair. I’ve been thinking about using it, so I want to know, is it true that almond oil is good for your hair? The Right Brain’s Oily Reply: The answer to your question depends [...]
The authors of some of the other beauty blogs have asked us to explain how eyeliner works. So here’s how ‘liners make you lovely! Types of Eyeliners Eyeliners are formulated into two basic types: pencils and liquids. While the details vary, both types use these same basic ingredients. Basic Ingredients The Base is the backbone [...]