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Do plant extracts work in skin care products – episode 222

The Beauty Brains

Meanwhile on today’s show I’m going to be answering questions about… Whether the SkinDupes AI is a reliable way to pick skin care products? Whether it’s worth it to grow your own plant extracts for skin care? Question 4 – Mishu asks Is there no plant extract worth harvesting and using in skincare?

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Are super foods good for your skin? Episode 137

The Beauty Brains

There is no scientific or medical definition. Edible ingredients are a common source of inspiration for cosmetic products and it usually takes a few years for ingredient to “catch on” in the food industry before they become popular in personal care. Jana asks…What are your thoughts on super foods in skin care?

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Should you be worried about aluminum in deodorants? Episode 134

The Beauty Brains

So, the bottom line despite all the fear mongering you hear about aluminum in cosmetic products the best evidence to date shows that there are no significant health concerns. The current hypothesis is that the high aluminum content in the brains of patients with Alzheimers is a RESULT of the disease, not the cause. Ref: NY Times.

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How do cosmetics impact the environment? episode 206

The Beauty Brains

Pictures of complaints Ingredient list: Water (Aqua), Ethyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Algin, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Mica, Ascorbic Acid*, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Tin Oxide (CI 77861), Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene.

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Transcutaneous Sensitization: The Real Skinny on Food-based Emollients and Skincare Products

The Dermatology Digest

1-4 Historically, many natural products have been applied to the skin, some of which are also ingested as part of the diet. Common additives to numerous moisturizers, cleansers, and other cosmetic products include foods such as oat, wheat, sunflower, and coconut, causing concern for potential transcutaneous sensitization.

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How can you find a cheaper natural lip balm? Episode 161

The Beauty Brains

It claims its natural formula smoothes, nourishes and moisturizes lips with a bio active combination of organic agave nectar, jojoba oil, vanilla co2 extract, and triple the amount of the antioxidant trans-resveratrol found in red wine. Why is Homeland Security interested in cosmetic products? Kate in our Forum asks….

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Linoleic Acid vs Linolenic Acid: What's the Difference?

Aesthetics Advisor

Borage oil is naturally rich in the Omega-6 essential fatty acid GLA (gamma-linolenic acid C18:3n-6) making it used in cosmetic products such as topical creams, balms, ointments, and body butters formulated to benefit the skin. I am looking for similar products that can also enhance my daily topical medications as well.