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Delivery systems, derivatives, microbiome, microneedling, menopause... what are these ingredient trends and which ones actually work? We're going through them today!
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0:00 Delivery systems
2:37 Encapsulation
5:04 Microneedling, microinfusion
8:40 Microneedle patches, spicules
10:25 Derivatives
12:39 “Retinol alternatives”
14:26 Microbiome, probiotics, postbiotics, prebiotics, ferments
18:03 Menopause skincare, estrogen
Check out @hannah_english for more on exosomes, anti-pollution, azelaic acid and other new permitted ingredients! youtu.be/1tthG595aJE
Our article is here: https://ascpd.org.au/ascd-journal-edition-10-cosmeceuticals/
🙋🏻 I'm Michelle, a chemistry PhD, cosmetic chemist and science educator, here to explain how beauty products work, debunk myths, and help you make smarter decisions about your skincare, hair and makeup!
Shop my favourite products: shopmy.us/labmuffin
Website labmuffin.com
Instagram instagram.com/labmuffinbeautyscience
TikTok tiktok.com/@labmuffinbeautyscience
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Delivery systems, derivatives, microbiome, microneedling, menopause... what are these ingredient trends and which ones actually work? We're going through them today!
MY BOOK 📖 The Science of Beauty: labmuffin.com/sob
SKINCARE EBOOK: labmuffin.com/skin
Shop more of my favourite products here: shopmy.us/labmuffin
Subscribe for videos every fortnight: bit.ly/labmuffinyt
0:00 Delivery systems
2:37 Encapsulation
5:04 Microneedling, microinfusion
8:40 Microneedle patches, spicules
10:25 Derivatives
12:39 “Retinol alternatives”
14:26 Microbiome, probiotics, postbiotics, prebiotics, ferments
18:03 Menopause skincare, estrogen
Check out @hannah_english for more on exosomes, anti-pollution, azelaic acid and other new permitted ingredients! youtu.be/1tthG595aJE
Our article is here: https://ascpd.org.au/ascd-journal-edition-10-cosmeceuticals/
🙋🏻 I'm Michelle, a chemistry PhD, cosmetic chemist and science educator, here to explain how beauty products work, debunk myths, and help you make smarter decisions about your skincare, hair and makeup!
Shop my favourite products: shopmy.us/labmuffin
Website labmuffin.com
Instagram instagram.com/labmuffinbeautyscience
TikTok tiktok.com/@labmuffinbeautyscience
✨ Want smooth, glowing skin? Grab a copy of my FREE Essential Guide to Exfoliation! labmuffin.com/exfol
Powered By Chemicals Mugs: labmuffin.com/shop
📺 RELATED POSTS AND VIDEOS
Free exfoliation guide labmuffin.com/exfol
Dr Jen Gunter's newsletter vajenda.substack.com
Body care youtu.be/HFBRM4jT4ac
Drug vs cosmetic retinoids: A scientific breakdown youtu.be/FdDbglHKh8w
How to treat dark spots and hyperpigmentation youtu.be/z2T20iZBEUc
How to REALLY read an ingredient list (feat. cosmetic chemists) youtu.be/MTs7DR5tTmQ
Innovative skincare: red light mask, Reedle Shot, vitamin C patent expiry youtu.be/gNTlDM2OFPg
Viral Korean products: VT Reedle Shot, Skin1004, Abib youtu.be/YOkWPJ8nL4A
Reedle Shot safety (@Moskinlab) youtube.com/watch?v=gYTH5lHGiag
Bakuchiol: better than retinol? labmuffin.com/bakuchiol-better-than-retinol
🧴 SKINCARE EBOOK 🧴 Find out more: labmuffin.com/skin
