The Beauty Brains

Real scientists answer your beauty questions

Rank #1: Why isn’t everyone exfoliating with AHAs? Episode 159.
Why isn’t everyone exfoliating with AHAs? Melissa says…I’ve been using an night cream with glycolic acid and I noticed that my skin is actually brighter, clearer, and softer. I’ve been using this product for years and I still love it but I worry that it may be too good to be true. Are there any risks associated with alpha hydroxy acid products? Why aren’t we are using them? Thanks Melissa. Long time fans of the show will remember that I love getting questions about Alpha Hydroxy Acids because it gives me an excuse to retell the story of the marketing director for St. Ives didn’t quite get the acronym and would instead of calling them AHAs would call them “Ah-Ha’s.” That always amused me during meetings because it sounded like she was speaking with exclamation marks. “We need to launch a new AHA!” Before we can answer Melissa’s questions, let’s quickly recap what AHAs are and how they work. Alpha Hydroxy Acids are a class of chemical that is used to loosen dead skin cells.They consist of long chain of carbon and hydrogen atoms with a carboxylic acid group at the end. When naming carbon chains we start by labeling the carbon next to the carboxylate which is known as the α carbon, the next carbon is the β carbon, and so forth. So in this case the carboxylate is on that first carbon so this is an ALPHA hydroxy acid. Salicylic acid has the group on the second carbon so it’s a BETA hydroxy acid. They work by softening the “glue” that holds skin cells together so the dead ones fall off more easily. When this happens, the basal layer is triggered to produce fresh skin cells. This is also referred to as “increasing cell turnover.” There are several types of AHAs. The two most common are Glycolic and Lactic. Glycolic acid is the smallest, it can be derived from sugar cane or produced synthetically. Lactic is also known as “milk acid” because it can be derived from soured dairy products, as well as fermented vegetables and fruit. One less popular AHA is actually Perry’s favorite to pronounce: Tartaric Acid. Other runners up include citric and malic acid. There’s another that’s technically a PHA or polyhydroxy acid and that’s lactobionic acid. Interestingly, According to research published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Lactobionic acid is not only more effective than glycolic acid at improving cell turn over but it’s also less irritating. An international team from London, Serbia and Slovenia tested both AHAs in a cream and a gel. 26 volunteers used the products twice a day for two weeks. The researchers found that Lactobionic acid scored better in both forms even though their data indicated the gel base worked a bit better than the cream form. But Melissa asked if there are risks associated with AHAs. Yes, there are. Some people can’t tolerate their effects and they experience redness and irritation (especially if they have rosacea prone skin.) Using products too frequently or using products that have too high of a concentration can exacerbate this problem. A potentially bigger problem is that if you misuse AHAs they can increase the danger of UV exposure. This was determined by the European Commission on Scientific Affairs. This is problematic is you’re using them improperly or too often but for most people, AHAs are perfectly fine. So if they work so good and they’re safe for most people, why isn’t everybody using them? Great question! First of all, everyone’s skin is different and not everyone responds to AHAs to the same degree. Some people (especially if they’re prone to conditions like rosacea) are likely to see redness and irritation to an extent that can over whelm the benefits. Other people may have dabbled with AHA products but perhaps they didn’t choose one with a high level of actives and were so disappointed in the results that they just gave up. But there are a lot of people like yourself who have picked a good product to which they respond to well. Good for you!! The other factor, in my opinion, is that the beauty industry wants to sell more products (and more expensive products) by enticing you with the latest and greatest technology. We’re so bombarded with information on all these new product launches that sound so amazing, that sometimes it’s hard to focus on the basics that really work. Companies may think it’s harder to sell “old” technologies like AHAs when they can hype the latest and greatest algae extract or whatever. ALS vs. SLS vs. SLES vs. ALES Long time fan Alessandra asks…Which is more harsh SLS vs ALS vs SLES vs ALES? First, let’s decode that alphabet soup: Most people know that SLS is sodium lauryl sulfate. They may not know that ALS is Ammonium lauryl sulfate. When you see an “E” added to the name that means it’s Sodium or Ammonium “LAURETH” sulfate. Yes, the “eth” stands for ethoxylation which essentially means that you’re extending the molecule by inserting some oxygen atoms. Why would we do this? Because the ethoxylation process makes the detergent milder (and a little less powerful as a cleanser.) Essentially that’s because it’s more water soluble. So that means that sodium lauryl and ammonium lauryl are harsher than sodium laureth and ammonium laureth? Got it? Now what about the sodium vs ammonium versions? There’s really not much difference. It’s the lauryl sulfate part of the molecule that’s the issue not the counter ion. Alessandra pointed out that several brands like Organix and Leonor Greyl, advertise their shampoos as SLES-free but they have ammonium lauryl sulfate as the first ingredient. Now you know how misleading that is! Are silkworm cocoons good for skin? Becky says…I’ve read a few articles about the collagen-promoting qualities of silkworm cocoons – apparently rubbing them on your face improves the texture of your skin, improves signs of UV damage and all those other impossibly amazing things. It sounds like another crazy gimmick but I noticed in this article http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2837024/Rub-face-silkworm-cocoons-wipe-away-wrinkles-sounds-bizarre-works.html they back it up with some pretty convincing words from a dermatologist. 
 Becky’s right, the dermatologist quoted in the article says some very convincing things. For the most part the woman rubbed her face with cocoons every day for about a month and at the end of that time her skin looked better. Of course this can’t be considered scientific evidence because the test involved one person and there was no control. But there ARE some studies showing sericin (silk protein) may have anti-aging properties under certain conditions. For example, one study showed that silk sericin can “stimulate collagen type I synthesis, suppress the regulation of nitrite, which nitrite may induces oxidative stress.” This test was done by applying pure sericin directly to cultures of cells in the lab which does NOT prove that rubbing cocoons are your face will do anything. http://www.ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/jas/article/view/22487/15481 I’m still skeptical, however, because rubbing a cocoon on your face is not a very efficient way of delivering sericin to the skin and the amount of the protein that can be delivered that way seems like it would be very low. Stick with the anti-aging products that are proven to help. Should you worry about counterfeit hairspray? Redheaded 4 Trouble says… I’ve seen this picture floating around Facebook. It shows a hairspray can with the label torn off to reveal a different brand underneath. The caption says: “This is why you do NOT buy product from TJ MAXX, ROSS or MARSHALS!!! Only buy from your stylists, that’s it.” I’m thinking this is probably just something salons are spreading so people will buy these products from them at a higher price. What do you think? This isn’t nearly as sinister as it appears and it is NOT proof that TJ Maxx is selling counterfeit hairspray. My guess is that the company had too many cans decorated of the blue product so rather than destroy them and lose the value, they decided to have them relabeled and then used them for another product. Yeah, If it were TJ Maxx or any other third party labeling over one product with the label from another then the ingredient list would be wrong (as well as other information) which would be illegal. How would this even work? They buy a cheaper, inferior product and then relabel it? But the product underneath is Egyptian vs Chi – prove that this is the same brand. Why wouldn’t they buy Suave hairspray and relabel it? IT MAKES NO SENSE! After I wrote this, I found a Snopes article that gives the same answer: http://www.snopes.com/chi-products-tj-maxx-marshalls/ Beauty Science News Lifestyle matters more than genetics for looking young Link New makeup trend Link We’re routinely criticized for not being in touch with the latest beauty trends – but not today! Here’s a story from Refinery29 about the newest, most exciting thing in cosmetics: ear makeup. Apparently some trendy Instagrammers are posting pictures where they have applied a dab of glitter or a spot of color to their ear lobes. Violette is one of the most popular. It’s interesting because this isn’t an area of the body that’s been used for cosmetics much but apparently now it’s quite the rage. Right now these women are just repurposing other make up and applying to their ears but it’s only a matter of time before some savvy cosmetic manufacturer catches on and starts to create make up specifically designed for the ears. I predict we’ll see MAC launch a line of Ear Shadow and Ear Gloss to light up your lobes! Now, this creates a new problem: which is makeup residue on ear jewelry. Inevitably your earrings will get gunked up so you’ll need a special product to to clean makeup from earrings. Well, I’ve created that product and I call it – wait for it…”Earring Aid.” Get it? iTunes reviews – it’s an All International edition of iTunes reviews! Twiddly dee from Canada says…As an Esthetician I can appreciate all the science behind products. Keep up the great work! Hrwlondon from UK says…Both informative and soothing listening. Lots of interesting facts and anecdotes. Would like a top ten greatest ingredients show soon! MeginMunich from Germany….Excellent Beauty Advice! I really appreciate the scientific basis behind these beauty tips. Most of the information available these days is distributed by marketing teams and can be totally confusing. Livdane from Latvia says…Funny, evidence based and informative. I used to think that I was an informed and skeptical consumer. Now in hindsight I can appreciate the Dunning-Kruger effect on me at its best. The podcast revealed me the whole new world of the cosmetic chemistry in the amazingly geeky and entertaining way Randy and Perry delivers it. Now I can make the claim: “listening to The Beauty Brains minimizes the perceived feeling and appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”

Rank #2: Are beauty products from Amazon the real thing? Episode 164.
Today, we bring you a special Beauty Brains episode featuring Sarah Bellum.  Randy is on vacation. We answer a few question. About beauty products on Amazon cejxn19 asks – Hi Guys, I’ve heard some horror stories of people buying expired or knock off beauty products on amazon. Is there any good way to tell if a product is legit other than trial and error? About the K-Beauty product craze shar037 says – Hi! I am fascinated with the whole K Beauty craze. With ingredients like Snail Mucen (goo), bee venom, sheep placenta…my curiosity is peaked. Not to mention the fact that most K Beauty routines consists of at least 10 steps! Is there any validity to the use of ingredients like these? Are 10 steps better than 3? About diluting shampoos Dash says – I’ve read quite a few times now about people diluting their shampoo with water before using it. The ratio varies, but it’s roughly 1 part shampoo to 5 parts water. Does this seem like a good, hair-protective idea? Or would it simply not clean as well? Beauty Science Story: http://www.beautyworldnews.com/articles/19235/20170404/experts-speak-about-the-truth-in-wearing-makeup-to-the-gym.htm

Breaking Beauty Podcast

Behind every best-selling beauty product, there's a damn good story. Two longtime magazine beauty editors, Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins, chat about the breakthrough beauty products lining store shelves, and how they came to be. In this bi-weekly segment, we talk to the industry’s most genius founders, and find out how they broke into the biz, with a little beauty idea that blew up into a million-dollar success story. Find out which products beauty editors and insiders really hoard, while hearing the struggles and successes behind the world's buzziest beauty brands. Plus, every other week, we deliver the #TheGlowDown on the best new products worth the spend, and chat with industry insiders on the latest hot topics in hair, makeup and all things skin.Co-Creators: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Find us on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, ACast, PocketCasts and moreJoin the Breaking Beauty Podcast conversation:Instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast Twitter.com/BreakingBtyPod www.facebook.com/BreakingBeautyPodcastTheme Music used with permission, courtesy of Saya.

Rank #1: Ep. 11 GLOSSIER FOUNDER EMILY WEISS.
She's the Founder and CEO to watch, and she started a revolution with Glossier, a millennial beauty brand that's commanded line-ups around the block with its era-defining pink-and-white packaging and its inclusive, raw beauty campaigns. She's Emily Weiss, and she's the 32-year-old  New Yorker fronting Entrepreneur Magazine and Forbes' lists alike.  Find out why the other leading beauty brands are chasing Glossier's "v-commerce" business model (we didn't know what it was either!); learn the secrets behind Emily's editorial roots - including whose bathroom was the most epic for Into The Gloss #TopShelf, her art for crowd-sourcing the brand's next innovations; and what she really remembers about those days interning at Vogue and making her debut on The Hills. But most importantly, why is Glossier's Boy Brow the number one best-seller, exactly? We weigh in with our review of the most iconic product. Plus, don't miss Emily's personal beauty hacks—and what she wore to our interview. Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Audio production: Olivia Nashmi Theme song: Cherry Bomb by Saya Subscribe to us here: Subscribe to us: iTunes: goo.gl/oKyjFx Soundcloud: https://goo.gl/xUXC3v Stitcher: https://goo.gl/5d8oFX Google Play: https://goo.gl/cDpMwT Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Breakingbeauty.ca Instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast Twitter.com/BreakingBtyPod Facebook.com/BreakingBeautyPodcast #FoundersRule

Rank #2: Ep. 13 Drunk Elephant Skincare Founder Tiffany Masterson.
In this episode, we chat with the founder of Drunk Elephant Skincare, Tiffany Masterson. Drunk Elephant is the fastest-growing skincare line in Sephora's history. This Texan mother of four pioneered what she calls "clean-clinical" - -marrying the best all-natural ingredients with the best man-made, safe synthetic ones. Find out which products are worth the spend, what it's like to be a self-taught formulator, who her famous childhood best friend (it's got a celeb twist!) and what this super buzzy brand is working on next. Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn Audio production: Olivia Nashmi Theme song: Cherry Bomb by Saya Subscribe to us here: iTunes: goo.gl/oKyjFx Soundcloud: goo.gl/xUXC3v Stitcher: goo.gl/5d8oFX Google Play: goo.gl/cDpMwT Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Breakingbeauty.ca - Check our blog for all products mentioned. Instagram.com/breakingbeautypodcast Twitter.com/BreakingBtyPod Facebook.com/BreakingBeautyPodcast #FoundersRule

Glowing Up

Esther and Caroline are on a mission to find their inner glowy goddess and share their findings about the worlds of beauty, health, diet and all things girly and glowy. Come glow up with them!

Rank #1: *Does One Cardio Class*.
Caroline's life is changed by cardio and Esther wants to try Yoga once. Also, Esther brings in her first drugstore makeup show and tell, and Caroline surprises Esther with a certain celebrity's contour kit. Also, #muffinslime happens this week. Not las... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rank #2: I'm Glowing Down Every Minute.
Caroline shares her skincare routine (!!!!), Esther does something very un-Esther like to try to surprise Caroline, and the girls finally explain what..."The Paris Trip" means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Full Coverage

Full Coverage is a podcast for beauty addicts, by beauty addicts. Join professional makeup artist, Harriet Hadfield and unprofessional beauty junkie, Lindsey Kelk as they discuss everything happening in the world of makeup, skincare, haircare and beyond.

Rank #1: Caroline Hirons: Ageism, Diversity and Country Music in the Beauty Industry.
Caroline Hirons, beauty industry veteran, lover of a red lipstick and country music superstar in waiting comes to Full Coverage for one of the greatest conversations of all time. In this episode, we debate ageism, sexism and the lack of diversity in the beauty industry, chat about the launch of Fenty Beauty, her favourite makeup products, how she made her way into the world of beauty, Guns n Roses, red lipsticks and the importance of good packaging. So basically, everything.As well as our interview with the beauty don that is Ms Hirons, we've also got all the usual new news and highlights of the week to make sure you're all beauty-d up until the next episode!New NewsLa Mer The Soft Fluid Long Wear Foundation SPF20£85.00 / $110.00http://www.cremedelamer.comFenty Beautyhttps://www.fentybeauty.com/Bobbi Brown Crushed Lip Colour£24.00 / $29.00http://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/The InterviewCaroline Hironshttps://carolinehirons.com/Highlight of the WeekSephora Collection Beauty Amplifier Afterglow Primer & Luminizer - $7.00 0.5oz / $16.00 1ozhttps://www.sephora.comL’Oreal Paradise Mascara £11.99http://www.loreal-paris.co.uk/products/make-up/eye/mascara/paradise-mascara/Ilia Illuminator in Polka Dots & Moonbeams$34.00https://iliabeauty.com/Full Coverage is a podcast for beauty addicts, by beauty addicts. Join pro make-up artist, Harriet Hadfield and author, Lindsey Kelk as they discuss everything happening in the world of beauty.Harriet Hadfield is a professional make-up artist and can be found on her blog and YouTube channel, HarryMakesItUp.com. Lindsey Kelk is an internationally bestselling author, beauty junkie, pro-wrestling enthusiast and can be found at lindseykelk.com.Join the Full Coverage conversation!https://twitter.com/fullcoveragepod http://www.facebook.com/FullCoveragePodcast http://www.instagram.com/FullCoveragePodAll products are supplied free of charge by brands/PR agency for review unless otherwise stated. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Rank #2: Katie Jane Hughes x Full Coverage .
This week we were treated to a chat with one of our all-time faves, makeup artist, Katie Jane Hughes. As well as being an Instagram phenomenon, Katie is an incredible artist and works with celebs and brands all over the world. We chatted about her career, her favourite products, how she manages to stay true to her own style, her best beauty looks, skincare tips and basically everything in between. Be warned, we all talk very fast! one too many almond milk cortados, me thinks...We're also so excited to launch our Patreon on this episode to finally provide a way for all those who asked to support the pod and of course, we've got New News and Katie shares her Highlight of the Week! Big thanks to Elemis for bringing Katie to LA and giving the Full Coverage podfam 15% off on their online store.—————————————————————————————————-Support Full Coverage on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/fullcoveragepodcastLight Coverage - $2 per month gets you entry into our regular, Patreon only giveawaysMedium Coverage - $5 per month gets you an extra, exclusive, Patreon-only episode of Full Coverage every month as well as entry into the giveaways.Full Coverage - $12 per month gets you the extra episode, entry into the giveaways AND a Full Coverage mug, shipped out to wherever you are in the world.Or you can buy your very own Full Coverage mugs and more here:https://www.redbubble.com/people/fullcoveragepod?ref=account-nav-dropdown&asc=uGet 15% off at Elemis.com with promo code at checkout - FULLCOVERAGE—————————————————————————————————-New NewsJeffree Star Magic Star Concealer & Setting Powderhttps://jeffreestarcosmetics.comAnastasia Beverly Hills x Alyssa Edwardshttps://www.anastasiabeverlyhills.comCiaté London Extradordinary Foundationhttps://www.ciatelondon.comHighlight of the WeekLindsey - Ciaté Extraordinary Foundationhttps://www.ciatelondon.com/products/extraordinary-foundation?variant=19486888362070Harry - Milk Makeup Sunshine Skin Tint SPF 30https://www.milkmakeup.com/sunshine-skin-tint.htmlKatie - The Hue Stick & Elemis Pro-Collagen Rose Hydro-Misthttps://www.livetinted.com/products/huestickhttps://www.elemis.com/Lindsey’s UK Book Tour DatesLiverpool May 30thManchester May 31stSheffield June 1stBirmingham June 3rd - SOLD OUTGlasgow June 4th - SOLD OUTLondon June 5th - SOLD OUTBournemouth June 6thLondon June 10thBristol June 13thhttps://www.waterstones.com/events/search/author/285887—————————————————————————————————-Full Coverage is a podcast for beauty addicts, by beauty addicts. Join professional makeup artist, Harriet Hadfield and unprofessional beauty junkie, Lindsey Kelk as they discuss everything happening in the world of makeup, skincare, haircare and beyond.Harriet Hadfield is a professional make-up artist and can be found on her blog and YouTube channel, HarryMakesItUp.com.acast.com/privacy

WHERE BRAINS MEET BEAUTY

If you have a job or want a job, this pod is for you. Host Jodi Katz invites beauty industry leaders into her studio for vulnerable and honest conversations about their career journey. No longer willing to perpetuate the myth that everything is shiny, glossy and perfect in our lives, Jodi disarms guests as they ditch the "PR-speak" to discuss the realities of life/work balance, how to find joy in their busy lives and how they advance their career. Jodi is a beauty marketing expert, public speaker and founder of Base Beauty Creative Agency™, the omni channel branding agency based in NYC. The series has been featured in WWD.Find more career-inspiring content and branded gear here:Instagram: @WhereBrainsMeetBeautyPodcastShare your questions, comments and guest requests:wherebrainsmeetbeauty.com

Rank #1: WHERE BRAINS MEET BEAUTY™ | Taryn Toomey, Founder, The Class: Undefinable.
Taryn Toomey is the founder of The Class, a mind-body fitness experience so unlike anything else, it simply was known as “the class”. In this episode, hear how she traded a career in fashion for one in fitness and mindfulness, how an experience with grief created the beginnings of this unexplainable workout and the steps you can take right now to live more mindfully and authentically. This is the first of our monthly live recording events as Podcast in Residence at Saks Fifth Avenue New York City. #wherebrainsmeetbeauty @wherebrainsmeetbeautypodcast wherebrainsmeetbeauty.com

Rank #2: WHERE BRAINS MEET BEAUTY™ | Jacqueline Gutierrez, Founder, Beauty Backer: An Eye for What’s Missing.
You never quite know where that BIG IDEA is going to come from.  Jacqueline Gutierrez, Founder of Beauty Backer, says it was her inventor’s mindset... which she first recognized as a teenager... that inspired her concept for the beauty-centric crowdfunding platform. When she was all grown up and trying to launch her own beauty business, she experienced the founder’s perpetual stumbling block: lack of early-stage money. That’s when her let’s-solve-this attitude took over and the rest is soon to be history as she launches Beauty Backer in just a few weeks. Enjoy listening to this conversation with an amazing woman who just might change the game for beauty start-ups. #wherebrainsmeetbeauty @wherebrainsmeetbeautypodcast wherebrainsmeetbeauty.com

Natch Beaut

Comedian and “beauty passionista” Jackie Johnson explores the self care space while laughing, yelling, singing, and keeping things cruelty free. Jackie gabs with celebs, makeup artists, indie brand owners, and fellow funny folks about what beauty and self care mean to them (as well as what’s in their bags!). Grab your neck cream and join her attempt to take the seriousness, mystery, and intimidation out of this robust topic.

Rank #1: Beauty Hacks with Alison Becker.
Shout out to all the cheap ass hunnies out there! Alison Becker shares all of her life hacks from her instagram, ladylifehacks, and we demo a few hacks Jackie found on pinterest in studio. Be sure to check out the episode guide on www.natchbeaut.com to... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rank #2: Self-Acceptance with Jeffrey Marsh.
Putting on a lash, putting on a sparkle is the anti-shame! Activist, Author, and Internet superstar Jeffrey Marsh explains that we deserve care, adornment, and attention. Plus, their ritual of feeling lonely, drawing on your face with washable markers, and how makeup tutorials help to transcend self-hate. For a list of everything mentioned in this episode, go to www.natchbeaut.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

UnStyled

UnStyled is a weekly podcast hosted by Refinery29 Global Editor-in-Chief & Co-founder, Christene Barberich, that explores the funny, inspiring, sometimes heartbreaking tales of life, work, and love—as told through the things that we wear. Guests this season include Shailene Woodley, E. Jean Carroll, Samantha Bee, and more. For more UnStyled extras check out @christenebarberich and sign up for our exclusive UnStyled newsletter delivered straight to your inbox every week. Thanks for tuning in!

Rank #1: Sophia Bush on (finally) rewriting the rules of your own life.
Sophia Bush was thrust into the spotlight barely in her 20s when she joined the cast of the TV drama One Tree Hill. Having recently walked away from her powerhouse leading role on Chicago PD, she's now stepping into a new one: A production and development deal with 20th Century Fox AND her power as a bold voice and activist for women, reproductive rights, sexual assault, and other critical issues like speaking out against trolls and making social media a safer place to engage and express opinion while driving change in a big way...something Sophia Bush was born to do.

Rank #2: Jenny Slate on not allowing relationships to define you.
From beloved, unconventional, often hilarious roles as "Marcel the Shell," Mona Lisa Saperstein on "Parks & Recreation," or Donna Stern in the indie hit, "Obvious Child," actor, writer, and comedian Jenny Slate can definitely make you think as much as she makes us laugh. Tune in to this week’s episode of UnStyled where Jenny shares a different side of the funny woman  we've seen before—from breakups that have shaped her, her exit from SNL, her writing (she has a new collection of essays hitting in the fall), and the critical way she's learning to "hold on" and thrive through it all.

Behind The Beauty

Behind the Beauty is a weekly podcast series hosted by Serein Wu. Each week, we take a behind the scenes look inside the world of beauty and fashion, by talking directly to the brands and industry professionals.

Rank #1: 03 Diet and Skincare with Kerry Hite .
Kerry Hite, is back for one more sit down with Serein, to discuss all things beauty. Kerry and Serein have a conversation about how diet can in fact help or harm your skin. Digestive diseases and finding a balance for your body.  BEYOND THE BEAUTY NEWSLETTER  http://bit.ly/2hnGo9L   GUEST KERRY HITE   FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/waxpoeticsalon/ ________ HOST SEREIN WU YOUTUBE CHANNEL→http://bit.ly/1JU5PUH   INSTAGRAM | SNAPCHAT | TWITTER | FACEBOOK | PINTEREST @SEREINWU   BLOG http://sereinwu.com/    VLOG/LIFESTYLE CHANNEL | http://bit.ly/sereinvlogs

Rank #2: 52: Skincare basics and Q&A with PCA Skincare's VP of business development and licensed esthetician Danae Markland..
With so many skincare methods out there it can be easy to forget the basics. Danae Markland from PCA skincare, calls in to talk about some of the most effective methods of skincare and how PCA, fits into skincare routines. Danae, is also kind enough to take some skincare questions from listeners.  Also, if you havent had a chance to visit our new store, please take a second and go to https://www.shoptheartofcare.com.  _______ SUBSCRIBE TO US ON iTUNES:  http://apple.co/2dAPYma FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:  http://bit.ly/2lVVG7n SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER:  http://bit.ly/2hnGo9L FOLLOW OUR NEW SHOP: https://bit.ly/2OcjwqD ________ https://www.pcaskin.com https://www.instagram.com/pcaskin/?hl=en _______ HOST SEREIN WU  MAIN YOUTUBE CHANNEL→ http://bit.ly/1JU5PUH VLOG/LIFESTYLE CHANNEL | https://www.youtube.com/moreserein INSTAGRAM | TWITTER | FACEBOOK | PINTEREST @SEREINWU  BLOG http://sereinwu.com/ BUSINESS INQUIRE E-MAIL ONLY → chris@sereinwu.com ________   FTC DISCLAIMER   All opinions expressed are my own and 100% honest. I do not recommend anything to you that I don’t believe in wholeheartedly. SHOP MY FAVORITE ESSENTIAL OILS BRAND (therapeutic grade) http://bit.ly/sereinyoungliving _______   COUPON CODES      SHOP GLOSSIER 20% OFF 1st ORDER + FREE SHIPPING OVER $30 https://www.glossier.com/reps/serein NUDESTIX SereinwBB15 15% off at http://bit.ly/2ecNadA EBATES CASH BACK $10 BONUS http://bit.ly/ebatesserein JOUER COSMETICS 15% OFF USE: "SEREIN15" at http://bit.ly/297a57U OFRA 30% OFF USE: "SEREIN30" at http://bit.ly/29QoIfU AUDIBLE FREE 1st BOOK http://bit.ly/audibleserein ____________   Hi! I'm Serein. Welcome to Behind The Beauty Podcast. Each week, we take a behind the scenes look inside the world of all things beauty. We speak directly to the professionals who work for the brands we all know and love. Join me each week as we pull back the curtain and take you behind the beauty!   NEW EPISODES ON iTUNES EVERY MONDAY

The Snailcast

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Rank #1: Episode 13: The Tretpisode (All About Our Experiences with Tretinoin aka. Retin-A).
Join the snails for a looooong discussion on tretinoin, the prescription skincare drug that can help treat acne, wrinkles, and skin damage. Resources Fiddy: Curology 5 Month Update Fiddy: Missha Borabit Ampoule review Snow: A Review of Curology (PocketDerm) & Why I’m an Azelaic Acid Fangirl Snow: What’s In My Skincare Wardrobe: Actives (Prescriptions, Antioxidants, and Acids) Edition Tracy: Hanyul Ja Cho Moisturizing Balm Tracy: Current Skincare Routine for Hormonal Cystic Acne The post Episode 13: The Tretpisode (All About Our Experiences with Tretinoin aka. Retin-A) appeared first on The Snailcast.

Rank #2: Episode 19: Skincare Techniques.
This episode we’re talking about skincare techniques that we love. Find out which of us can’t follow directions for shit, why Fiddy needs to buy swim goggles, who has hair that reaches her mid-thigh, and the story behind why Chel slathers her whole body in Shark Sauce. Resources: Grit routine for clearing pores Sheet mask routine placement Oils under sheet masks Multimasking Acid spot treatment Oil washing hair Iron particle magnetic mask Slicing masks Proper rinsing technique from Go Hyun Jung: part I and part II The post Episode 19: Skincare Techniques appeared first on The Snailcast.

The Glossy Podcast

The Glossy Podcast is a weekly show discussing the impact of technology on the fashion and luxury industries with the people making change happen.

Rank #1: Bando founder Jen Gotch: 'Retail is better when everyone wins'.
Bando, the e-commerce site selling kitschy office supplies and accessories designed for the Instagram generation, has struck a balance between mass and niche. The brand’s strong, mostly pink aesthetic, cult-like customer following and best-selling items — like agendas that say things like “I Am Very Busy” — have become its biggest signifiers, and the brand has grown to around 50 employees after a near-shutter in 2012. Instead of closing, it sold to licensing company Lifeguard Press, and grew a network of wholesale partners that included Anthropologie, Nordstrom and Macy’s. Those mass retail partners sell its agendas and other everyday items like tumblers and notebooks to a wide audience. That pays the bills. Bando’s online store, then, is an opportunity for co-founder and creative director Jen Gotch to experiment with her more wild design side, even if the results don’t sell as much. Gotch joined the Glossy Podcast to share how she grew a side business selling hair accessories into Bando, which has expanded to bags, accessories, art supplies and clothing.

Rank #2: Former Amazon manager Elaine Kwon: 'There are a lot of things that are scary to brands about Amazon'.
When Elaine Kwon realized just how much fashion and luxury brands don’t understand retail’s new digital world order, she started her own e-commerce management firm, Kwontified, to help them figure it out. Kwon had been working at Amazon, helping luxury fashion brands find success on the platform once they'd signed on. She joined us on the Glossy Podcast this week to talk about focusing on shipping and return structures, online customer service, and -- of course -- whether or not to work with Amazon.

Lady Lovin'

Lady Lovin' is your source for female empowerment. Jilly Hendrix, Greta Titelman, and Lo Bosworth tackle a variety of topics from Relationships and Sex, to Health & Wellness to Business and Start Ups. Join the girls every Monday as they interview some of your favorite entrepreneurs, comedians and activists and answer all of your "need to know questions". Lady Lovin' is all about inspiring women to stay true to who they are and loving the skin you're in and the life you live. New episodes every Monday on iTunes.

Rank #1: #72 Women’s Health with Meika Hollender .
Meika Hollender comes back on the show to talk all about contraception and the power of being a woman.

Rank #2: #77: The Daily Routine.
Jilly, Lo, and Greta chat about the role technology plays in their lives and give you a peak into their real 24/7

Monocycle with Leandra Medine

A ten minute digest from author, humorist and creator of Man Repeller, Leandra Medine. New shows published weekly.

Rank #1: Ep 28: Relationships.
This week's episode of Monocycle features a very special guest: Leandra's husband, Abie. The two cover a range of topics inspired by their four years of marriage, like learning how to live with a partner and the importance of forfeiting selfishness in favor of sacrifice). Abie's sleeping habits are also discussed; he cites "an inability to nap as freely" as one of the hardest parts of marriage. Free naps on us after this episode, okay? Enjoy!In partnership with Zola. Logo by Kelly Shami - legsny.com/Edited by Nicholas Quazzy Alexander

Rank #2: Ep 50: Be Delicate with Yourself.
Holy candied nut! Can you believe we've approached the 50th episode of Monocycle? Some of them have been so stupid! Others have been regurgitations of articles that have gone up on Man Repeller (this was a test, which according to the last episode, is falling flat -- point noted!), but the majority, really, have been stream of consciousness monologues that I want to turn into dialogues because it can't be that all the thoughts I maintain are unique to just me, right? The thoughts I think, the feelings I feel...as different as we are, we're also the same. Joy is joy and grief is grief and as much as the latter sucks, it is also incredible that we have the capacity to show empathy or compassion to each other.This has nothing to do with the episode, by the way, which was recorded while I sat nearly-naked on a marble bathroom floor in Paris earlier this week. I was feeling SO BLUE and I'm not sure why (though honestly, my life has felt more like its on hold in a deep blue vacuum than anything else since pregnancy-gate 2016), so I called my husband, but he didn't pick up, and instead turned on my recorder and pretended that I was talking to frankly anyone who would listen and the result is episode 50. Lmk if it's extremely convoluted.And if you're unfamiliar with Monocycle, or just simply want to take a stroll down memory lane, here are some of my favorite episodes to date:Episode 1 -- On experiencing (and hopefully recovering from) burnout.Episode 6 -- About why I chose to take my husband's last name.Episode 14 -- About the thought process of getting dressed.Episode 38 -- A response to a response about cultural appropriation at Marc Jacobs' Spring 2017 show (the one that happened last September).Monocycle is edited by Nicholas Quazzy Alexander. Logo illustration by Kelly Shami; Photo by BSIP/Universal Images Group via Getty Images.

Pop Fashion

Former vintage store owner Lisa Rowan and fashion stylist Kaarin Vembar discuss fashion news, pop culture, and questions about business and creativity.

Rank #1: Just Flippin’ Through This Holiday Catalog.
Guess what?! The days of going to the strip club on the company dime are over! At least, they are for one athletic brand. Meanwhile, there’s a new discrimination complaint against Nike. Ballet dancers now have more shoe color options, and Balmain is going to do couture again. We’ve got an update on cruelty free cosmetics, a wild story of handbag authentication gone wrong, and some musings on holiday catalogs. Come hang out! Pop Fashion Links Website: www.popfashionpodcast.com Instagram: @popfashionpodcast Twitter: @JustPopFashion Lisa’s Links Twitter: www.twitter.com/lisatella Website: www.lisarowan.com Kaarin’s Links Twitter: www.twitter.com/truetostyle Website: www.truetostyle.com

Rank #2: Cold as Ice.
We've got an update on a recent fashion crime! Why do we associate luxury items with the cold? Madewell is selling old jeans, purse sales are down, and L'Oreal has big plans for packaging. And what's going on with Virgil Abloh? Come hang out! Instagram: @popfashionpodcast Twitter: @JustPopFashion Lisa’s Twitter: @lisatella Kaarin’s Twitter: @truetostyle

Vogue Style Revolution

A weekly podcast that explores the upending forces in fashion. Vogue’s Sally Singer and contributing editors take a probing look at the new frontiers, jagged edges, and unspoken undercurrents of the fashion world. Thoughtful questions and bold conversations from inside the velvet rope.

Rank #1: Tom Ford.
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Rank #2: Michael Kors.
“When I was in junior high school I used to sit and doodle all day in class, and one of the things that I doodled was, in fact, the logo—the MK logo—that we have now, so at 14, I kind of think I knew what I was getting into,” says Michael Kors in the latest installment of the Vogue podcast. The legendary all-American designer sat down with André Leon Talley to talk about the phenomenon that is the MK logo bag and the transformative power of accessorizing, particularly when it’s equal parts polished and practical. Case in point: The new ultra-chic Michael Kors smartwatch out this September. “It actually helps your life function,” explains Kors. “But at the same time, it gives you that punctuation point that I think people expect and want when they put on a great accessory.” While Kors’s timepiece will help its wearers stay on schedule in style, the designer’s upcoming fragrance, Wonderlust, is meant to lend an air of spontaneity. “It’s all about this idea that you’re still optimistic, you’re still energized... For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

Oh Boy by Man Repeller

In this first podcast from Man Repeller, Filmmaker Jay Buim sits down with women in the arts, tech and beyond for one on one conversations about their life and work.Logo by Kelly Shami, http://legsny.com.

Rank #1: 016 - Emily Weiss - Founder of Into the Gloss & Glossier.
Get to know the woman behind Glossier and Into The Gloss. Founder Emily Weiss talks to Oh Boy host Jay Buim about the business skills she culled while working in the magazine industry, what being a Vogue stylist's assistant taught her, how she learned to be good collaborator, why Ikea may actually strengthen your relationships (at least the work ones) and of course, where the whole idea of Into The Gloss -- and later Glossier -- started.Want more Emily? @emilywweissWant more Jay? @beardwizardEdited by Jay BuimProduced by Kate Barnett

Rank #2: 004 - Stacy London - Style/Fashion Consultant, Author of "The Truth About Style".
Special Edition! This week Leandra Medine interviews Stacy London, former Vogue editor, television veteran (What Not to Wear), author of The Truth About Style, boob tape extraordinaire and over-achieving 20th century philosophy double major who has never watched an episode of Sex and the City. They talk the psychology of fashion, dating in New York, and how to get the most from a bag of style hacks. Want the video version? Check it out here: http://www.manrepeller.com/2015/08/stacy-london-interview-the-chatroom.htmlEdited by Jay BuimProduced by Kate Barnett