The Beauty Brains

The Beauty Brains

Discover the beauty and cosmetic products you should use and avoid

Episodes 301
Avg. Duration 42m
Activity Active
Since Apr 2016
Latest Episode Feb 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
56%
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

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About This Podcast

Real scientists answer your beauty questions

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Recent Episodes

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

Feb 13, 2026 54m

Send a textOn 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 terra…

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

Feb 02, 2026 48m

Send a textOn 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 Glycerin…

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

Jan 24, 2026 50m

Send a textOn 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 on…

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

Jan 07, 2026 51m

Send a textOn 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 in our…

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

Dec 24, 2025 43m

Send a textOn 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 a textOn 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 a textOn 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 product?Do…

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

Nov 26, 2025 48m

Send a textOn 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 anti-aging…

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

Nov 17, 2025 52m

Send a textOn 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 of…

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

Nov 08, 2025 51m

Send a textOn 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 a textOn 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 a textOn 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…

S2E407 Sunscreen scandals, Busted celebrity brands & beauty questions answered - episode 407

Oct 04, 2025 53m

Send a textOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Is the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology a reliable source for peptide information?How do you know if a product with an active has enough…

S2E406 Can Collagen really improve skin & why is purple shampoo drying? - episode 406

Sep 08, 2025 56m

Send a textOn this show we cover lots of questions including…How can you tell if a new product is just a name change or the formulas are different?Why can’t companies sell mousse sunscreens?Why is…

S2E405 Ozempic skin care, serums and more - episode 405

Aug 29, 2025 45m

Send a textOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Do non-UV wavelengths of light also damage the skinAre Dr Emi Arpa products truly innovative or just driven by trendy marketing? Does…

Sunscreen sticks, oils, hair masks and more - episode 404

Aug 16, 2025 57m

Send a textOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…What is the right way to apply sunscreen sticks? What role do oils, butters, and silicones actually play in haircareDo you need less…

S2E403 Exfoliation, Beef Tallow and a baby - episode 403

Aug 08, 2025 37m

Send a textOn this show Valerie is back and we cover...Does product build-up cause breakage?Is a chemical exfoliant better than a soft silicone scrubber? What are your thoughts about beef Tallow…

S2E402 Mushrooms, diamond dust and dark circle serums - Episode 402

Jul 19, 2025 46m

Send a textOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…Are the IS Clinical Hydra Cool products special?What do we think of the anti-aging and effectiveness of Pavise?What ingredients might…

Heat protection, facial masks and sunscreen - episode 401

Jul 06, 2025 47m

Send a textOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How do you know if a product is providing heat protection?What kind of damage can high force air do to wet hair?What makes a facial…

S2E400 Episode 400 - Indoor sunscreen, micellar water, and a baby?

Jun 26, 2025 59m

Send a textOn today’s show we cover lots of questions including…How does different water affect the performance of hair products?Do you really need to reapply sunscreen every 2 hours?Can rinse out…

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How many episodes does The Beauty Brains have?

The Beauty Brains has published 301 episodes since April 2016, covering topics in Arts, Fashion & Beauty.

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The Beauty Brains is currently active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 42m.

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