Send us a text On this episode, we answer questions about... What do we think of Coenzyme Q10Do depilatories make your hair grow more?Do you really need to shower every day? And what does ear wax have to do with it.Plus we review trend predictions from last year and our trend predictions for the coming year. Beauty News Unilever buy K18 Beauty Question link ... Show More
Jul 2021
Hair and Beauty: All My Tips!
On today’s episode Katie is coming in hot, hopped up on Midol and red wine on ice. Just kidding, that’s not really a thing, but she did pop a couple of those bad boys and pour herself a glass. BUT, red wine on ice should be a thing, if it’s good enough for Diane Keaton it’s good ... Show More
39m 51s
Mar 2024
Ask a Chemist: How does purple shampoo work, or does it? (and other questions)
<p><strong>Bonus Episode: Question and Response 53<br />
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<p>In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to your comments and questions about purple shampoo, salt on icy roads, msg, and more!</p>
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27m 32s
Feb 2023
Throwback! Body Hair, IT'S NORMAL!
We discuss our experiences with body hair, why we've felt ashamed of it at points in our lives, and why it's ok to do whatever you wanna do with your body hair - there's no right or wrong. Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, o ... Show More
10 m
Jan 2024
Bonus: How do "forever chemicals" sneak into our clothes? (and other questions)
<p><strong>Bonus Episode: Question and Response 51<br />
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<p>In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to your comments and questions about PFAS/forever chemicals, the periodic table, chemistry and engineering, and more!</p>
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23m 2s
Jan 2023
Bonus: How do semi-permanent tattoos work?
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<p>In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about fero fluids, semi permanent tattoos, ketchup, least favorite pastas, and more!</p>
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35m 3s
Sep 2022
Bonus: How does gel nail polish dry under UV light? (and other questions)
<p><strong>Bonus Episode: Question and Response 34</strong></p>
<p>In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about nail polish, tattoos, viscosity, humidity, life updates, and more!</p>
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26m 14s
Sep 2023
Bonus: How does numbing cream work? (and other questions)
<p><strong>Bonus Episode: Question and Response 48<br />
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<p>In this month's bonus episode, Melissa and Jam respond to comments and questions about shoes, freeze-drying, water filters, botox, and more!</p>
<p><strong>Thanks to our monthly supporters</strong></p>
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37m 35s
Sep 2021
What’s Chemistry Got To Do With Haircare? with Ramya Viswanathan
Some of us have our best ideas in the shower. Others have the best ideas for how to shampoo and condition while we’re taking those showers. This week, Jonathan sits down (in person!) with Ramya Viswanathan, chemist and principal formulator for JVN Hair, to discuss the science of ... Show More
41m 18s