Podcasts by The Eco Well podcast

Is "Both-Sidism" Really Killing Us? Featuring Tim Caufield from 2023-12-06T03:18:26

This podcast was about false balance; what it is, how to spot it and what the greater issue with it is. What's wrong with public form debates on science? Particularly on topics that have a lot o...

Cosmetic Chemists Reacts: Beauty Trends. Feat. Lanesa Mahon from 2023-11-29T14:26:41

This week's episode is a cosmetic chemists reaction episode, featuring the POV of cosmetic science PhD student Lanesa Mahon @raya.faces and myself. Topic: beauty trends. Trends we reacted to inc...

A microplastics 101 with Laura Markley PhD from 2023-11-22T13:30

This podcast episode is a 101 on microplastics in beauty. What do we mean when we say "plastic" and "microplastic"? What's the microplastic issue like in beauty? To help me cover the topic, this...

Truth in Beauty Panel Replay from 2023-11-15T13:08:10

This is a replay of a panel I moderated at the SCC California Suppliers Day, presented by Independent Beauty Association. The conversation was broadly about the impacts of misinformation in beau...

An update on animal testing in cosmetics, featuring Carol Treasure PhD from 2023-11-07T23:52:56

What is the current state of animal testing in cosmetics? Why has it happened, does it still happen - if so, where and why? And where are we at with alternatives? New podcast alert! Our latest e...

A claims 101 with Craig Weiss of Consumer Product Testing from 2023-10-31T13:30:04

A deep dive into claims with claims expert, Craig Weiss of Consumer Product Testing. What do the claims you see on labels actually mean? What's a strong claim and what's just puffery? And how ca...

A Toxicology 101 with Pushpa Rao PhD from 2023-10-17T23:35:07

This podcast features a 101 episode on toxicology, featuring toxicologist Dr Pushpa Rao. With all the noise and confusion about product safety out in the zeitgeist, I thought this was an importa...

The Rise of Class Action Lawsuits in Beauty with Avril Love from 2023-10-11T12:45:33

There have been so many class action lawsuits in beauty over the last few years. What does it all mean? Are products on the market unsafe? Have these lawsuits become a cost of business in the US...

A Deep Dive into Curly Hair with Dr Crystal Porter from 2023-10-04T14:44:57

This episode featured hair scientist, Dr Crystal Porter from Mane Insights, in a deep dive into curly hair. We dove into the nitty gritty of the structure of curly hair, and the science behind k...

State Law - The Good, the Bad, the Ugly. With Dr. Simone Swafford from 2023-06-06T17:22:10

This episode features a deep dive into state law, featuring Dr. Simone Swafford, regulatory consultant at Vogue Regulatory. What’s happening at the state level in terms of cosmetic regulations, ...

Diversity&Inclusion through the Lens of Disability with Bart Maxon from 2023-05-30T02:02:10

This week's episode featured Bart Maxon - cosmetic scientist, creator of 20 patents, and recent recipient of the SCC Merit Award. Important to this conversation, he's achieved all of this as a 4...

Challenges and Opportunities for the Suncare Sector, Panel from 2023-05-23T15:44:16

This episode featured the closing panel from Michelle @labmuffinbeautyscience and my Sunscreen E-Summit, which happened a few weeks ago.  On the topic of Challenges and Opportunities for the Sun...

Beauty Sci-Comm with Michelle Wong, Ph.D. of @labmuffinbeautyscience from 2023-05-17T01:19:18

This episode was about beauty science communication, from the perspectives of Michelle @labmuffinbeautyscience and me. What is sci-comm, why is it important, what are some of the challeng...

Toxicologist Reacts to Headlines, featuring Tony Simion, Ph.D. from 2023-04-26T12:41:18

New podcast! This week, we tried something a little different with a Toxicologist Reacts episode, featuring Tony Simion, Ph.D. Industry veteran and adjunct professor. You guys sent in media head...

MoCRA - What does it all mean? With Kerry Tassopoulos from 2023-04-18T17:41:21

This week’s episode took a look at MoCRA - What’s happening? What do we know? How is going to impact industry, and also consumers? There has been a lot of noise about MoCRA, what does it all mea...

Sustainability Challenges&Opportunities for the Cosmetics Sector, Roundtable. from 2023-04-12T11:31:35

This episode featured the closing panel for our Sustainable Beauty E-Summit that happened back in January on Sustainability Challenges and Opportunities for the Cosmetics Sector. We came at the ...

Corporate Sustainability - is it actually helping? Feat Dr. Mark Trexler from 2023-04-04T13:17:06

This week, we covered the topic of corporate sustainability management and reporting through the lens of… is this actually going to help combat climate change? From measuring greenhouse gases to...

The Industry of Misinformation with Tim Caulfield from 2023-03-29T10:40:04

This episode featured a conversation with Tim Caulfield, Canadian sci-comm treasure, prof at the University of Alberta, and author of books like Is Gwenyth Paltrow Wrong about everything? A few ...

AMA with cosmetic chemists, featuring Javon Ford from 2023-03-17T15:28:58

Our latest episode featured Javon Ford - fellow cosmetic chemist and beauty scicommer - in an AMA style interview. You guys sent in questions, we tried our best to answer! From bunk marketing cl...

A USA Regulation 101 with Karen Yarussi-King from 2023-03-13T18:21:35

For this week's episode, we take a deep dive into regulations that impact the cosmetics industry, with a focus on the USA market and the many misconceptions people have about it. Are products so...

LIVE Beauty Sci-Commer Panel, Brought to you by the IBA from 2023-03-06T18:53:20

This was a live panel discussion in LA, hosted by the Independent Beauty Association and moderated by yours truly, about science communication in the cosmetics space. In conversation with Esther...

An Intimate Hygiene 101 w/ Dr Tanaya, AKA Dr. Cuterus from 2023-02-20T00:32:21

Kicking off our first episode back for 2023 with a deep dive into intimate care and hygiene - a space gaining a lot of traction in the beauty industry. There are so many products launching of la...

INCI: What it all means, with Mindy Goldstein Ph.D. from 2023-02-20T00:04:33

This week, we dive into the nitty gritty of INCI. Perhaps one of those topics that don’t seem like there’s anything to it, but scratch the surface just a little? There absolutely is. From how th...

Misinformation vs Product Safety: 'Safe' Beauty E-Panel from 2022-11-30T00:15:17

Is 'clean' beauty actually making cosmetics safer? This was the closing panel of our latest e-conference, the 'Safe' Beauty E-Summit. Topic: How is misinformation in the beauty world impacting c...

The Science of Science Communication with Jess Stokesparish, Ph.D. from 2022-11-22T13:41:22

Closing out season 7 of the podcast featuring a conversation with Jess Stokesparish, Ph.D. about the science of science communication. A deep dive into what it is, why it's important, what the e...

A Curly Hair 101 with Heleen Kibbelaar from 2022-11-22T13:27:26

This was a curly hair AMA episode, featuring Heleen Kibbelaar, the brains behind @sciencemeetscosmetics - one of my favorite hair science accounts on IG. Hope you enjoy the episode as much as I ...

Cosmetics Contract Manufacturing 101 with Richie Rubin from 2022-11-08T14:02:42

This episode was a cosmetics contract manufacturing 101 featuring Richie Rubin, Executive Vice President at Garcoa. What it looks like, what brand founders should know as they navigate the space...

Wellness Misinformation with Dr Andrea Love&Dr Jess Steier from 2022-11-08T13:57:47

This week I talked with Dr. Andrea Love and Dr. Jess Steier, immunologist, and public health scientist, respectively, and hosts of the Unbiased Science Podcast. W...

The State of the Supply Chain with Tony Hoth from 2022-11-02T02:50:58

This week we look at the tumultuous world of supply chains. How did we get here? And when are thing...

ESG ratings - what it all means, feat Gracee Shorter from 2022-10-25T23:58:24

ESGs are one of those topics that, IMO, everyone should understand. And what they do and do not mean. For better or worse, ESG ratings will, and already are, have a profound impact on how busine...

Sunscreen for Skin of Color, featuring Dr Ade Adamson from 2022-10-19T10:38:47

An honest conversation about the body of evidence related to sunscreen, and it's benefits, for skin of color. In conversation with dermatologist and skin cancer researcher, Dr Ade Adamson. 

A US Regulatory 101 with Lalita Iyer, AKA @skinchemy from 2022-10-10T14:19:02

This episode featured fellow cosmetic chemist, Lalita Iyer, otherwise known as @skinchemy. A 101 on cosmetic regulations in the US. We broke down myths and misconceptions, and also have some gen...

(Medical) Experts Behaving Badly w/ Dr Rohin Francis, aka MedLife Crisis from 2022-10-05T11:20:03

And we're back! Kicking off season 7 with a convo feat Dr Rohin Francis, otherwise known as MedLife Crisis, about (medical) experts behaving badly online. Enjoy!

Interested in suppo...

AMA Season Finale! Feat @themelaninchemist @skinchemy&@labmuffinbeautyscience from 2022-06-21T22:22:38

Featuring Lalita Iyer @skinchemy, Esther Olu @themelaninchemist & Michelle Wong @labmuffinbeautyscience. A few weeks ago you guys sent in questions via IG, in thi...

Misplaced Conservation with Adam Ford, Ph.D. from 2022-06-14T20:52:29

This episode featured Adam Ford, Ph.D. Canada Research Chair in Wildlife Restoration Ecology at UBC, on the topic of misplaced conservation. What it is, how it h...

Interview with James Welsh on Navigating Beauty BS as a Skinfluencer from 2022-06-07T15:25:25

Hope you enjoy the convo as much as I did!

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The Impact of Misinformation on the Sunscreen Sector from 2022-06-01T12:06:22

A few weeks ago, Michelle @labmuffinbeautyscience and I launched the Sunscreen E-Summit. As part of the conference, we hosted this e-panel about how misinformation is impacting the sunscreen sec...

Botanical Safety&Sustainability with Prof Monique Simmonds, Ph.D., from Kew from 2022-05-13T18:42:55

This week's episode featured plant scientist, Professor Monique Simmonds from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. She is my literal idol in this space, and it was suc...

Cosmetic Regulations under the EU Green Deal with Fred Lebreux, Ph.D from 2022-05-13T18:41:06

There are some potentially big changes coming in the EU regarding chemical management under the new Green Deal which will directly impact the cosmetics industry. Joining us for this episode is r...

Topical Delivery of Skincare Actives with Gabriella Baki, Ph.D. from 2022-04-28T12:11:34

This was a 101 episode on the Topical Delivery of Skincare Actives, with Gabriella Baki, Ph.D., cosmetics researcher and prof in the University of Toledo Cosmetic Science program. Enjoy!

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Not so pretty: a reaction from real cosmetic scientists from 2022-04-26T23:34:13

This one featured Michelle Wong, Lalita Iyer and Esther Olu. Our take on Not So Pretty.

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Ethoxylated Ingredients: Fact or Fiction. With Prof Ricardo Diez from 2022-04-20T12:11:02

New podcast alert! A deep dive into ethoxylated ingredients, breaking down the facts, and fiction, with Prof Ricardo Diez. We covered how ethoxylation has allowed...

A PFAS 101 with KC Hyland, Ph.D. from 2022-04-11T22:05:25

Unless you live under a rock, I am sure you have seen some scary headlines about PFAS. This episode featured analytical chemist and PFAS researcher, KC Hyland, Ph.D. We explored what they are, w...

Cosmetic Product Sensory with Mark Chandler from 2022-04-04T15:06:32

This week we take a look at the deceptively complicated world of product sensory. Featuring cosmetic chemist and formulation aesthetics expert, Mark Chandler. Dis...

A deep dive into cosmetic ingredients with Annalisa Branca @skinperspective from 2022-03-16T19:20:23

In this episode, Annalisa @skinperspective and I set out to answer some specific questions about slept-on ingredients and ended up answe...

Entrepreneurship in Beauty with Jasmina Aganovic from 2022-03-15T18:40:15

Entrepreneurship in Beauty, with the most badass entrepreneur I know, Jasmina Agonovic. Previously a founder at Mother Dirt, her new company Arcaea was born out of her entrepreneur in residence ...

Sustainable Development During the Infodemic - Panel from 2022-03-15T18:37:34

This was the closing panel at our Sustainable Beauty E-Summit last week, in conversation with Dr. Rene Van Acker, Dean of the Ontario Agricultural College, Dr Akemi Ooka, Head of Global Supply C...

Experts Behaving Badly Roundtable Discussion from 2022-02-22T17:44:39

From not disclosing sponsorships to flat-out misrepresentation of topics, the trend of experts behaving badly online seems to be growing. This roundtable discussion included 3 experts we so appr...

"Safe Beauty" with Dr Mojgan Moddaresi from 2022-02-20T17:02:01

From the perspective of a cosmetics safety assessor. What "clean" beauty gets wrong about product safety. This was an information-packed episode - hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

What makes "good evidence"? With Julian Sass from 2022-02-14T20:28:28

Coming at the topic from a stats POV with biostatistician, Julian Sass, otherwise known as @scamander14. We dove into the weeds around statistical analysis, p-value hacking, common practices in ...

Hair Loss Products: A Deep Dive, with Dr Jeni Thomas from 2022-02-08T05:13:12

This episode featured hair scientist, Dr Jeni Thomas. A deep dive into hair loss and hair loss products. What works, what doesn't, and where's that line for regulatory compliance? Hope you enjoy...

"Good Evidence" in Skincare with Dr Mara Evangelista-Huber from 2022-02-01T20:20:53

This week's episode featured Dr. Mara Evangelista-Huber (@dermomtology on IG) in a deep dive into the deceptively complex subject that is "good evidence." 'Backe...

"Sustainable" Packaging with Dan Coppins from 2022-01-25T19:03:02

This week's episode went into the weeds of "sustainable" packaging, featuring packaging technologist, Dan Coppins. We dove into the pros and cons of the many packaging types out there, widely he...

Science Communication vs Misinformation from 2021-12-21T17:13:15

New podcast alert! What is science communication, why is it important, and can it really make a dent in the overwhelming amount of misinformation out there - in t...

A Zinc Oxide 101 with Jeroen van den Bosch from 2021-12-07T17:39:57

This episode featured Jeroen van den Bosch, zinc oxide expert over at EverCare, a company that specializes in producing zinc oxide ingredients. We talked about sourcing to production, formulatin...

Why Science Communication? With Dr Raven (The Science Maven) Baxter from 2021-12-02T22:16:10

This episode featured an interview with Dr Raven (The Science Maven) Baxter, one of my favorite scicommers on the internet today, about Science Communication - what is it, challenges, why it's i...

Interview with Dr Jen Gunter: Falsehoods of Feminine Hygiene from 2021-11-24T19:54:37

This week’s episode featured Canada’s favorite OBGYN and a scicomm idol for me, Dr Jen Gunter, helping us navigate the world of women’s intimate hygiene. <...

A Hair Care 101 with Heleen Kibbelaar @sciencemeetscosmetics from 2021-11-05T16:56:49

For this week's episode, we were joined by Heleen Kibbelaar @sciencemeetscosmetics, PhD candidate in complex fluid systems who is focusing her research on the hair! We talked about hair damage, ...

Sponsored Content Roundtable w/ @labmuffinbeautyscience @drdavinlim&@uglyducklingskincare from 2021-11-02T18:18:39

A roundtable on sponsored content in the beauty world, in conversation with Nilki at @uglyducklingskincare, dermatologist, Davin Lim at @drdavinlim and Michelle Wong at @labmuffinbeautyscience. ...

A deep dive into "Fragrance" with master perfumer Christophe Laudamiel from 2021-10-08T21:03:36

This week we look at the polarized world of fragrance through the lens of one of the world's most decorated and celebrated perfumers, Christophe Laudamiel. We talked about fragrance formulas, th...

Nordic Beauty: A cosmetic chemist's perspective with Jaana Ailus from 2021-10-05T17:00:33

This week's episode featured Jaana Ailus. Formulation chemist and PhD researcher, Jaana is part of a growing Scandinavian skincare movement that is starting to em...

A Skin Microbiome 101 with Dr Rainer Simmering from 2021-10-05T16:59:06

This week's episode is a 101 on the skin microbiome (and related skincare). There are so many bold claims in this space. What is the skin microbiome? How much do ...

Naturals in Cosmetics - Roundtable from 2021-10-05T16:34:29

 A few months ago on our discord server we hosted a panel discussion with a few industry experts across the cosmetics field and tried to tackle this common claim ...

Season Finale Part 2 - the bastardization of science in the cosmetics industry with Dr Ricardo Diez from 2021-06-24T21:24:19

New podcast alert! Part 2 of our 2 part season finale featuring Dr Ricardo Diez. In part 1 we talked about the rise of the alternative (facts) cosmetics industry....

The Rise of the "Alternative" (Facts) Cosmetics Industry w/ Dr Ricardo Diez from 2021-06-18T20:45:29

This podcast featured Dr. Ricardo Diez, AKA The Prof - industry veteran, he’s now a professor in the cosmetics science masters program at Rutgers University. Part...

Interview with Sam Farmer: Ethically Navigating the Cosmetics Sector as an Indie Brand from 2021-06-14T16:53:59

This week we spoke with Sam Farmer. In an industry led by pseudoscience marketing noise, Sam is someone I’ve long admired for going against the grain with his bra...

Cosmetics Product Testing 101 with Esther Olu! from 2021-06-07T19:10:45

This week I talked with cosmetic chemist Esther Olu, otherwise known as @themelaninchemist on IG. This episode focused on the testing brands should be doing befor...

#BiotechBeauty: A frontier for greener products? Roundtable from 2021-06-01T02:51:05

How can biotechnology help us create greener, and better products? This podcast featured a roundtable discussion with Christian Euler, strain engineer at Phycus Biotech, Jasmina Aganovic, entrep...

So you want to be a cosmetic chemist? Feat Marisa Plescia from 2021-05-17T18:05:12

This episode featured Marisa Plescia on how to become a cosmetic chemist! What is a cosmetic chemist? Educational requirements and job opportunities? How to land your first job, and how to grow ...

Roundtable: Skin Microbiome&Skin Microbiome Products from 2021-05-11T13:08:27

This week's episode featured a roundtable discussion on the topic of the Skin Microbiome and Skin Microbiome Related Products, featuring pharmacist and founder of...

ROUNTABLE: What can cosmetics really do? (this question is more complicated than you'd think :) from 2021-05-03T19:26:29

This episode featured regulatory toxicologist Stephen Kirk, cosmetic chemist Dr Anke Ginzburg, and Dr Theresa Callaghan, the woman who literally wrote the book on...

Interview with Victoria Fu&Gloria Lu: Chemist Confessions from 2021-04-23T13:50:11

This week's episode featured a conversation with Gloria and Victoria from Chemist Confessions. We covered A LOT: What it’s like to be a cosmetic chemist, tips to ...

Interview with Marcel Schnyder from BASF about Sunscreens! from 2021-04-17T19:57:27

New podcast alert! This week's episode featured Marcel Schnyder, Head of BASF's global technical center for suncare in a deep dive into sunscreens. From filters and their performance and safety,...

Indie Beauty Roundtable: Taking the right steps as a small brand from 2021-04-13T11:07:30

This episode featured a roundtable discussion with 3 indie brands I think are doing an excellent job, especially around, in my opinion, ethically marketing their ...

Claims, Substantiation&Ethical Marketing with Carys Smith from 2021-04-02T15:39:59

This week featured claims expert, Carys Smith, who is the current regulatory and sales director over at Ayton Global Research, a company who helps brands with th...

Esthetician Round Table Episode from 2021-03-29T17:40:03

Something that I have personally noticed online, is that there seems to be quite the disparity in credibility from estheticians. While there are so many in my net...

Interview with Judit from INCI Decoder about Ingredient Lists from 2021-03-23T13:44:13

Choosing cosmetics can be as complicated as you want to make it. One of the most analyzed facets of a product is also one of the most complicated IMO - Ingredient...

PCPC Roundtable on Sunscreens from 2021-03-15T13:08:22

a roundtable discussion with the PCPC on sunscreens, featuring R&D scientist Alex Kowcz, attorney, Emily Manoso, environmental toxicologist, Dr Iain Davies, and t...

Interview with Marta Wolska-Brys on beauty packaging from 2021-03-08T22:59:12

Interview with Marta Wolska-Brys from Packaging and Beyond on beauty packaging. In this episode, we dove into the complexities of packaging - from the impacts they may have on formulations to th...

Why I will never support an MLM brand feat Blair @iilluminaughtii from 2021-03-02T05:58:32

‘Joining an mlm, prepare to lose money, time, friends and family. Purchasing from one, be consciously aware that you are supporting a system that will oppress tho...

The Botox Episode w/ Dr Caroline Robinson from 2021-02-19T14:22

An episode about all things botox. What is botox? When is it useful in dermatology? What are some important things to know for those considering the treatment? a...

Interview with Dr Karl Lintner on Peptides in Cosmetics! from 2021-02-16T16:42:14

A 101 on peptides featuring the scientist that first introduced peptides to the cosmetics industry, Dr Karl Lintner!

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Interview with Dr Anjali Mahto about skin stigma and misinformation from 2021-02-08T21:18:12

This conversation featured Dr Anjali Mahto on skin stigma and misinformation. From incorrect perceptions around the root cause of skin conditions to social media filters and how they distort our...

Interview with Tim Caulfield about fear and misinformation from 2021-02-02T03:44:43

This episode featured an interview with world renowned science communicator and Canadian treasure - Timothy Caulfield, about fear and misinformation.  How does fe...

Interview with Inke van der Sluijs from the RSPO about Palm Oil from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this episode, I spoke with Inke van der Sluijs, Head of European Operations for the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil. In light of the huge movement against palm oil, I wanted to take the time ...

Interview with Dayna Stein from Bare Market about waste, waste reduction and sustainability from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this episode, I spoke with Dayna Stein, founder and CEO at Bare Market, a new minimal waste one-stop shop located in Toronto, Ontario. Dayna and I have been working together since she’s launched...

Interview with Kenna Whitnell from Altilis Beauty: is natural sustainable? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this episode, I interviewed Kenna Whitnell, student in the chemistry department at the University of Guelph, research scientist working on sustainable plant bioactives, and founder of her own gr...

Interview with Kyley Paul about NHP and Cosmetic regulations and the Self Care Proposal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this episode, I interviewed Kyley Paul, CEO of a Kitchener local company called NaturalSci Regulatory Consulting. This past month, Health Canada has released some new changes regarding how cosme...

Interview with Damien Perriman from Genomatica about Biotech in Cosmetics from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this episode, I interviewed Damien Perriman, Senior Vice President at Genomatica, a speciality chemical business that produces innovative and sustainable ingredients via biotechnology. Throughou...

Interview with Jeb and Rachel from Allured Business Media about Wellness Beauty Trends from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this interview, we talked about Jeb's latest presentation at Suppliers Day in New York titled 5 Well Beauty Trends for the Cosmetic Industry, which included microflora oriented, sleep centric, i...

Media Accountability with Jill and Carlene from the Breaking Beauty Podcast from 2020-12-08T14:26:39

A few months back, Jill and Carlene from the Breaking Beauty Podcast did an interview swap. On their podcast we focused on clean beauty and the misinformation I g...

Fragrance in Skincare Roundtable with Pia Long and Dr Angelo Landriscina from 2020-12-01T08:57:54

This episode was a follow up roundtable on the topic of fragrance in skincare, featuring Pia Long, perfumer and all around fragrance expert and dermatologist Dr A...

A skincare AMA with Dr Davin Lim from 2020-11-24T11:09:49

A skincare AMA with dermatologist Dr Davin Lim. You guys sent in your questions, Davin answered them! Are fragrances an ingredient category everyone should avoid?...

Cosmetic Regulations 101 from 2020-11-17T15:40:51

The idea that the cosmetics industry is completely unregulated comes up a lot. When in reality, there’s a lot going on from the regulatory side to keep companies ...

Cosmetic Regulations 101 from 2020-11-17T15:40:51

The idea that the cosmetics industry is completely unregulated comes up a lot. When in reality, there’s a lot going on from the regulatory side to keep companies ...

Is beauty journalism a dying trade? Featuring Nadine Baggott from 2020-11-10T12:58:23

This conversation featured Nadine Baggott on the state of beauty journalism.

In today's media landscape of fast and ...

Interview with Dr Joshua Wolrich - bunk wellness, and differentiating fact from fiction from 2020-11-03T13:57:40

From influencers and celebrities who swear the secret to wellness is literally sunshine on your butthole, or maybe your just not eating enough “SuPeR FoOdS” - To ...

Growing Greener with Dr Rene Van Acker and Dr Kevin Folta from 2020-10-27T10:48:47

A conversation about the realities for 'sustainable' agriculture, featuring Dr Rene Van Acker, dean of the Ontario Agricultural College at the University of Guelph, and Dr Kevin Folta, horticult...

Interview with Andy Millward - a deep dive into the esthetics space from 2020-10-19T18:58:35

This episode featured Andy Millward, UK based facialist, I’ve been following him for a while - I really have come to respect his nuanced view about skincare. In t...

Interview with Dr Theresa Callaghan on Cosmetic Claims from 2020-10-12T13:44

Extraordinary claims seem to be par for the course in skincare. How did we get here? Is the cosmetics industry the wild wild west? Can people really just claim wh...

Interview with Liah Yoo - measured expectations from 2020-10-03T01:55:57

This episode featured a conversation with Liah Yoo, skincare influencer and founder of Krave Beauty. We talked about measured expectations for cosmetics, and the systemic issues of misinformatio...

Interview with Dr Marie Dehlinger about regulatory myths and facts from 2020-09-29T11:34:44

This episode featured a conversation with Dr Marie Dehlinger (@vetcosmetic), regulatory expert and science communicator. We covered misconceptions around product ...

Interview with Dr Angelo Landriscina - derm training, collaboration, myths&tips, and more! from 2020-09-22T12:10:06

Kicking off season 4 with an episode featuring Dr Angelo Landriscina @dermangelo - on derm training, limits in knowledge, opportunities for collaboration for better care and education, and skinc...

Beauty Science AMA, Final Episode of Season 3! from 2020-07-12T18:41:56

Are sunscreen actives killing coral reefs? Are products sold in the USA less safe than those sold in Europe? Is organic really the “greener” choice? What's the de...

Interview with Dr Shiva Farabi about AHA's from 2020-07-12T17:48:51

This week we got into the weeds about AHAs with chemist Dr Shiva Farabi. What are they, what do they do, what are the different AHAs out there and how do they differ from each other. Also explor...

"Clean" Beauty Science Panel from 2020-06-30T01:56:37

As promised, here's a condensed version of our #beautyscience panel on the "clean" beauty movement. In conversation with Dr Anke Ginzburg (@dr.ginza), Dr Aegean Chan (@draegeanchan) and Dr Miche...

A guide to launching a cosmetic product featuring Cynthia Johnson from 2020-06-22T20:50:35

Have you ever thought of launching your own skincare product? It can be hard to navigate a to-market strategy on your own; what should you look for in a chemist? Private label or custom formulat...

Interview with Eunice Cofie-Obeng about diversity in the beauty space from 2020-06-15T19:24:09

This episode featured @eunicecofie - cosmetic chemist and founder @nuekie in a conversation about representation and diversity in the beauty space. From skincare ...

Consider the following: critical thinking in the misinformation age. from 2020-05-31T13:50:43