Redrum asks…I keep hearing ads for Ovation Cell Therapy hair care and I wonder if it really works. The radio ads say something like “I can’t believe there are no prescriptions and no medical procedures it just works. My hair is thicker fuller and stronger.” It costs $96 for 3-12 ounce bottles but I’m scared [...]
Margot must know…I’m wondering if skin would benefit from topical silica, and if so, in what ways. I know its touted as being great for hair and nails, and I’ve even read claims that it can help heal acne and plump up skin (when ingested). A little poking around the internet also lead me to [...]
Is nail polish good or bad for your nails? Should you soak your nails in water? What’s the ONE product that’s proven to protect nails? Today’s show is full of nail knowledge you need to know! AND once again Randy challenges me to a rousing game of Beauty Science or Bullsh*t. Show notes Beauty Science [...]
Here’s more good news for lovers of natural hair care products. Coconut oil penetrates hair We’ve blogged before about how coconut oil is one of the few natural oils that has been proven to penetrate deep inside the hair where it can strengthen from within. The problem has been there has been no way to [...]
Another week’s worth of beauty science news… Antibacterial soaps reduce food borne illnesses. Will the U.S. ban animal testing? Are we over the hill after 24? Palm oil as a branding proposition. Does Vitamin E really help with scars?
Vita Skin Vitamin C Serum is a beauty best seller on Amazon. Let’s look at the label… This product makes the most important claim of any cosmetic: “Does Not Stink or Become Black” Can you ask for anything more from your personal care products? But seriously, this product does appear to be the real deal [...]
I haven’t checked the history books but according to this vintage commercial Elizabeth Arden was the first to put blush make up into a pencil form. If that’s true it certainly counts as a make up innovation however there are trade-offs any time you change the form of a product. If you’re formulating a blush or [...]
PMA says…There is something special about Shiseido’s lipsticks: although they give an extremely moist feel and appearance, they are “smudge-proof” (and since 80’s or early 90’s). Yes, there are some other “smudge-proof” lipsticks in the market, but they usually are matte and can even dry out your lips. Shiseido explains these characteristics have to do [...]
Dead Girl asks…Why is it hard to ask a question here? Where could I type my questions, please ? The Beauty Brains respond: Dead Girl’s talking about our Forum where we’re currently fighting a spam-bot invasion. Unfortunately, some real members were deleted along with the bots which is what caused the problems she was having. [...]
Can you get fat by using oily hair and skin care products? We break down the answer for you, step by step. Plus, you WON’T BELIEVE what Perry has to say about animal testing. Could this be our most controversial show ever? Show notes Beauty Science News: We discuss the “Be Cruelty Free Bloggers” video where [...]