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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. Lambert became one of the founders of the Warner-Lambert company that marketed Listerine until 2006 when it was bought by Johnson and Johnson. And the main reason is that people want to buy products with ingredients that sound exotic.

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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. For example Polyquat 7, which is a great condition agent used in shampoos, can build up on hair if you use to much and it can make the product very stringy and pituitous. Is Nugene Worth the money?