Vain-ity asking about aloe: I’ve read raves on two websites (acne.org & makeupalley.com) about aloe right out of the plant to heal acne scars. This is important for me as I have acne scars on my dark skin and had no luck with hydroquinone or kojic acid. I’ve scooped out the insides an aloe plant [...]
Alejandra’s itchy inquiry: I cannot get rid of my dandruff and itchy scalp. I know we are all different but do you know of dandruff shampoos that work or other ways of dealing with dandruff. Thank you!!! The Right Brain’s scratchy reply: Dandruff is caused by a yeast-like fungus known as malassezia that makes your [...]
Tina’s turmoil: I have been along time reader of another blog called Killer Strands and the writer (Dakota Ellis/Killer Chemist) is a hair colourist and a cosmetic chemist who has tested sulphate shampoos and proved it does fade color and may cause premature hair loss. She mentions it’s very caustic when smelled and may cause [...]
Shirley says: Hi, I’ve read about the increasing popularity of cosmetic acupuncture. Can you please tell me about its possible side effects and whether it works to improve skin’s condition? Left Brain Laments This logical, less emotional Beauty Brain is usually unaffected by most of the nonsense propagated by the beauty industry. Fluff claims are [...]
Grace is not gullible: I’m watching QVC and they are featuring 100% Pure Cosmetics. Everything sounds so wonderful… earth based, all 100% natural,fruit pigmented, vegan friendly, no preservatives, no harmful chemicals, fragrance free, full of antioxidants, no animal testing, it is like organic food for your face, etc. etc. I’m wondering what is really in [...]
Dallas has a question: What is the pH of Soft and Beautiful texture softener for kids and is it ok to use on my six year old hair which is so hard to manage she is African American 100%. The Left Brain has an answer: The Right Brain has blogged before about the chemistry of [...]
Valeri is vexed…Body wash can cost $4 or more. Some shampoos cost .66 to .99 cents. Is there that much of a difference between the two products to justify the price? I use the shampoo for body wash. Left Brain’s bubbly reply… Great question Valeri and an astute observation for even considering the possibility. The truth [...]
Beth inquires: I know this isn’t a question related to a specific product, but I just have to ask. I keep getting a stye in the same spot on my eyelid, and I am scared to go to the doctor because I don’t want them to tell me to stop wearing makeup! I know, that [...]
Charlotte’s concern: I went with my daughter and had a my first and probably only pedicure. After I had my pedicure I read a article that said you could get HIV from a pedicure. I’m worried. How true is this? The Left Brain’s calming response: While transmission is theoretically possible it is highly unlikely. According [...]
Nina need knowledge: I am looking into using the Mychelle skin care line and mineral make-up. I was hoping you could share your opinion on this line. The Right Brain replies: Thanks for the reminder on mineral makeup, Nina, we’re still waiting for Mid Brain to finish the report. In fact, we’ve had LOTS of [...]