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Bioderma Sebium for Oily and Acne-Prone Skin: Science and Review

30 August 202318 August 2019

This video was sponsored by Bioderma. Bioderma are one of my favourite “sciencey” brands. Not only do they use science-backed ingredients, but they also conduct their own skin research in association with research institutes and dermatologists, and it’s been published in some pretty prestigious peer-reviewed journals (Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Journal of the European Academy …

How Do Make-Up Setting Sprays Work?

19 July 20239 August 2019

If you don’t already use a make-up setting spray in your make-up routine, you’re missing out. They make your make-up look less powdery and more blended, and can act as a shield against sweat and rubbing and general clumping as well. If you’re wondering how they work, or how to find a dupe, I’ve got you covered! Check out the video …

What Does Coenzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone) Do in Skincare?

22 July 2019

Coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) is an ingredient found in lots of skincare products. Here’s the lowdown on what it is, and what it does for your skin. What Is Coenzyme Q10? Coenzyme Q10 (also known as ubiquinone or CoQ10) is a fat-soluble substance found in almost every tissue in your body. Your body naturally produces a lot of it. Its main …

Reviewing Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Skincare Routine

5 April 20239 July 2019

This week’s video is on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s skincare routine, which she shared on her Instagram account in January. It’s impressively legit! Check out the video here for the full rundown. Related post: Reviewing Pharrell Williams’ Skincare Routine (Video) Products mentioned: Bioderma Sensibio H2O Wipes Neutrogena Makeup Removing Wipes The Lab Muffin Guide to Basic Skincare This post contains affiliate links – …

Dissolving Microneedle Patches: Science and Review (Vice Reversa)

29 June 20238 June 2019

This post is sponsored by Vice Reversa. Dissolving microneedle patches are a relatively new technology. They’ve been researched for use in medicine for delivering vaccines, human growth hormone and insulin, but they’ve been showing up in skincare recently too, especially in Asia and K-beauty. Vice Reversa is the first brand with these patented dissolving microneedle patches that you can get …

Silicone Mythbusting

19 July 20231 June 2019

This post is sponsored by Grant Industries. Silicones are one of the Big Bad ingredients in skincare, make-up and haircare. They’ve been demonised by natural brands, and there are more warnings about them than you can count. So I was delighted when Grant Industries (ingredient manufacturer, maker of Granactive Retinoid, physical sunscreens and of course, silicones) asked me to do a …

Sunscreens in your blood??! That FDA study

23 January 20209 May 2019

You’ve probably seen the recent influx of articles about the new FDA sunscreen study, usually titled something like “sunscreens can make it to your bloodstream!” The study itself is fine and good and necessary as a first step in the FDA’s new zeal for sunscreen regulation. But the more I read the coverage around it, the more annoyed I get, …

Scientism or “Science-Washing” in Beauty

29 June 202314 April 2019

This is an amended version of a series originally published on my Instagram account @labmuffinbeautyscience. As science has gotten more trendy, scientism is starting to show up more in beauty marketing and the beauty community. Scientism, which I call “science-washing” (although apparently no one says that except me, but I’m vainly trying to make it happen) is science used in …