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How can I tell if a product will cause acne? Episode 155

The Beauty Brains

According to Fisher’s Contact Dermatitis, acne can result from topical application of cosmetic products via two mechanisms. Unlike an allergic reaction (where can occur in minutes or hours) the process of acne genesis takes much longer. The second is the result of follicular irritation and that takes weeks to occur.

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Is store brand mouthwash as good as name brands? Episode 153

The Beauty Brains

Listerine is named after Dr. Joseph Lister who pioneered the used of disinfectants in hospitals. Beware contaminated cosmetics Link There’s one thing that bugs me about cosmetic manufacturer more than anything else. No, it’s companies that sell contaminated cosmetic products. You know what that is?