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Retinol Serum: Is It Safe for Kids and Teens?

First Derm

Social media significantly influences the popularity of retinol among young people, leading to increased experimentation without considering safety. There’s a crucial difference between cosmetic retinol use and medical treatment with retinoids ; the latter is for specific skin conditions under professional supervision.

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Vitamin C in Cosmetic Products – Does it work? episode 211

The Beauty Brains

ASK A QUESTION – If you want to ask a question click this link or record one on your phone and send it to thebeautybrains@gmail.com Social media accounts on Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018 on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrains And we have a Facebook page. Support the Beauty Brains! The Beauty Brains are now on Patreon !

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Are microplastics in cosmetics bad for the environmental? – episode 225

The Beauty Brains

On today’s show I’m going to answer questions about Microplastics in cosmetic products Metallic colorants in hair color The best products to use when undergoing chemotherapy Should you used expired sunscreens? Beauty Science News Is coffee waste the next hot ingredient? Follow the Beauty Brains Thanks for listening.

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Amino acids in hair plus other beauty questions answered – episode 221

The Beauty Brains

More evidence that cosmetic products in the US are not less safe than those in the EU and that cosmetic products are safe to use. Question 3 – Audio – Cyndi – Totally enamored by the chemistry behind our cosmetic products. Pro makeup artist, 53 years young. I don’t have a degree.

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Is dry shampoo bad for your hair and scalp? episode 223

The Beauty Brains

ASK A QUESTION – If you want to ask a question click this link or record one on your phone and send it to thebeautybrains@gmail.com Social media accounts on Instagram we’re at thebeautybrains2018 on Twitter, we’re thebeautybrains And we have a Facebook page. Support the Beauty Brains! The Beauty Brains are now on Patreon !

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Hydroquinone creams, Vitamins in hair and more – episode 196

The Beauty Brains

Hydroquinone has been banned in cosmetic products in Europe since 2000. In the United States, depigmentation products are considered as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs. It is unsafe for use in leave-on cosmetic products, other than in nail adhesives. It’s pretty effective! Support the Beauty Brains!

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How do cosmetics impact the environment? episode 206

The Beauty Brains

Question 4 – Ravi asks, What are the differences between the mechanism of charcoal and bentonite when they work on your face in cosmetic products? Even the environmentally friendly ones. That will help other people find the show and ensure we have a full docket of beauty questions to answer. Support the Beauty Brains!