The Beauty Brains

The Beauty Brains

Discover the beauty and cosmetic products you should use and avoid

Episodes 309
Avg. Duration 43m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.6 (946)
Since Apr 2016
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
60%
Hosting
rss.buzzsprout.com

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Recent Episodes

Millennial skin care, face food and what really works - episode 427

Jun 09, 2026 52m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What are our thoughts on Herbal Face Food brand?Can eye creams make skin sensitive to the sun?Do we have recommendations for…

S2E426 Does Sunscreen Stop Your Skincare From Working? - Episode 426

Jun 01, 2026 45m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Does sunscreen block skincare ingredients in makeup from working?What do you think of The Good Face Project for cosmetic…

S2E425 The Truth About Glycerin, Amlactin, and Beauty Ingredient Hype - episode 425

May 15, 2026 44m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Is it a good idea to put pure glycerin on skin?Can a salon professional attend a cosmetic chemist course?Why don’t all Amlactin…

Are Copper Peptides Better Than Retinol? Episode 424

May 01, 2026 47m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What’s the difference between Cetaphil and AmLactin? How do you know if a sunscreen is delivering the SPF they claim?Are copper…

NAD Hype, Dry Hair, and Color Fade - episode 423

Apr 10, 2026 43m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover questions including…Does NAD skincare actually have real efficacy data?Do hair masks give better results if they are left on longer?Does shampooing after…

Leaked Labs Lipstick Lesbians and Beauty Hype - episode 422

Mar 31, 2026 52m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What are our thoughts on The Hair Multiplier from Le Jardin?We’ll look at Paula’s Choice new longevity serumWhat’s going on with…

Can Rice Protein Really Grow Hair? - Episode 421

Mar 19, 2026 53m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What’s the scoop on rice protein for hair?Can one improve the texture of synthetic hair?Are azelaic acid and copper peptides…

S2E420 Beauty Dupes, Shampoo Truths, & becoming a Cosmetic Chemist - episode 420

Mar 11, 2026 53m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What is nonenal odor and how do you minimize it? Does panthenol make a shampoo better?What’s an alternative to Matrix step one…

S2E419 Launching a line, hair hydration, and retinaldehyde - Episode 419

Feb 13, 2026 54m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Are there hydrogen peroxide free glosses for hair?Is retinaldehyde better than adapelene?What are our thoughts on cosmetics in…

S2E418 That product cost how much to make!? Episode 418

Feb 02, 2026 48m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How much does it really cost to make products?Does goat milk have benefit on skin?Is the Paula’s Choice new serum amazing? Is…

S2E417 Does Pantene’s "Abundant and Strong" Really Improve Your Hair Health? - Episode 417

Jan 24, 2026 50m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What are your thoughts on Pantene’s Abundant and Strong system?Is The Ordinary Lash Curl Finisher safe?Do we have recommendations…

S2E416 Menstral Mask Madness, When Skincare Trends Go a Little Too Far - Episode 416

Jan 07, 2026 51m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover questions including…When do you need heat protectors in products?What do you think of color locker products from Fanola?Should we be worried about chemicals…

Low pH shampoo - hard water - supplement sunscreen and more - episode 415

Dec 24, 2025 43m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Do low pH shampoos preserve color?Can a supplement provide you sun protection?What effects does hard water have on hair color?How…

Cleaner, Safer, Better? Sorting Fact from Fiction in Today’s Beauty Buzz - episode 414

Dec 13, 2025 52m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Can you mix sunscreens to change the tint of the product?Is California Naturals a good hair care optionHow do you talk to a clean…

Hair bond builders and more - Episode 413

Dec 04, 2025 55m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How do you know when an ingredient is in a formula at a working %?Why would a company use a dangerous ingredient in their…

S2E412 Heat protectants, red light, antioxidants and more - episode 412

Nov 26, 2025 48m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How long do heat protectants last? Is there a meaningful difference between different red light therapy masks?Why would an…

S2E411 Maintaining Hair Color, Baby Skincare, Retinol and more - Episode 411

Nov 17, 2025 52m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Why would Differin be more irritating than prescription Adapalene?How do you know which retinol lotion to use?What is your opinion…

S2E410 Sunscreen Stations, Blue Light, Silicones and more - Episode 410

Nov 08, 2025 51m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover questions including…What do you think of the young goose line of productsHow do silicones work in hair care products?How does Cetaphil nourishing oil to foam…

S2E409 Why did they change their formula? - Episode 409

Oct 20, 2025 40m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Why would a company reformulate a product?Do different hair products cancel each other out?What sources do you recommend where…

How to Get the Gunk Off and the Glow On - episode 408

Oct 12, 2025 52m

Send us Fan MailOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Is it a good idea to load up a product with active ingredients?What do you think of the Ziip Halo device?How do you remove mineral…

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The Beauty Brains has published 309 episodes since April 2016, covering topics in Arts, Fashion & Beauty.

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