Lindsay Girl asks…I have used extra virgin coconut oil in my hair as a deep conditioning treatment once a week for several years now. I melt the oil in the microwave. This morning I was reading in an article on the naturallycurly.com website that the author of the article “heard” that you shouldn’t warm coconut [...]
Rozy asks…Is Himalaya Herbals Kajal safe to put around eyes? What ingredient gives it pigment? The Beauty Brains respond: Before we can talk about this specific product, we need to explain what is kajal is. Curious about kajal Those of you not familiar with Kajal may recognize it by its more common name: Kohl, which is [...]
On this week’s show we talk about the date rape nail polish, stinky celebrities, and more! Plus a brand new game we call “Improbable Products.” Show notes Improbable Products In this new game Randy challenges me to guess which of the following new beauty products is the fake. Old People’s Soap – a soap bar specially [...]
FK1221 asks…What is A-F33? According to AVON “It’s unlike AHA. Unlike Retinol. It works to deactivate collagen blocking ( what does ‘deactivate collagen blocking’ mean?) and help effectively boost collagen production in just 3 days. The look of deep wrinkles begin to fade in just one week.” What part does the ingredient Acetyl Tyrosinamide play [...]
Ida inquires: In another beauty-related forum, I read the following claim (from a member, not an “expert”) about applying a face oil: “Make sure your face and your hands are slightly damp when applying the oil. Rub the oil between your hands to emulsify slightly, then pat it on your face and massage it in. [...]
Is animal testing still necessary to ensure the safety of cosmetics or is it an obsolete idea? Listen to the show to find out the scientific perspective on animal testing of beauty products. Show notes Announcing the winner of the Beauty Brains T-shirt! On our 44th anniversary show we played the “Name that Noise” game. [...]
Elana44 asks…I’ve recently heard that sodium benzoate when met with ascorbic acid (vitamin C) can lead to cancer and damage DNA. Is it true? The Beauty Brains respond: Why is sodium benzoate in my cosmetics and can it really form benzene? Sodium benzoate is a preservative that helps protect your creams and lotions from micro-organisms. This [...]
Brittasbits asks…I just read an article on mail online that states a new device called Lift Away the Years wand and serum by Crystal Clear is the new scientific breakthrough of the year! Claiming to erase saggy skin and wrinkles – so my question is does this device actually work ? Or is it yet [...]
There are SO many cleansers used in shampoos, how can you tell which ones are the mildest? Tune in this week as Randy and I teach you how to find a gentle shampoo. Show notes Beauty Science News New developments in sunscreen: first Cloud Guard, now Tattoo Guard. UV camera shows sun damage. Mineral sunscreens [...]
Bandana begs to know…I love Covergirl Outlast All Day lip color for the summer–I can boat, pool, eat, and have lovely fresh looking lips! When I put on the lipstick, I can’t help but think of nail polish because you have to let it dry. (It’s safe, right?) How in the heck does it work? [...]