Do your underarms need a deep cleaning? We take a closer look at armpit detox products to see A) how they work and B) if they’re necessary. Plus, in Jenn’s Science Corner, we dig into new research that found PFAs (perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances that are often referred to as “forever chemicals”) in cosmetics sold in North America and discuss how prevalent the chemicals are, their potential dangers, legislation that could address the issue, and what it means for you. Plus: the elf ear cosmetic surgery trend in China, a new perfume museum, a novel way to make salons healthier, and more.
Below you’ll find a list of some of the people, topics, and products mentioned in this episode. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi), reach out to us on Instagram or via email (info@fatmascara.com). And please email us voice memos of your beauty questions and Raise A Wand favorites so we can share them on the show. You can also leave us a voicemail to be featured on a future podcast (our phone number in the U.S. is at 646-481-8182).
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Beauty News:
Becky G is launching a cosmetics line
Vanessa Hudgens and Madison Beer launched a skincare line that features DNA testing
Gabrielle Union and Dwayne Wade are launching a direct-to-consumer baby line for kids with melanin-rich skin
Elf ears are a new beauty trend emerging in China
Salons in North Carolina partnered with the American Heart Association to do blood pressure checks while getting your hair cut
The PFA study from Environmental Science & Technology Letters
Washington Post article about PFAs found in cosmetics
No PFAs in Cosmetics Act - an announcement of the U.S. bill (with link to full text) from Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine), one of the legislators who introduced it
The Qatar America Institute for Culture opened a perfume museum in D.C. - the website says to use the contact form to schedule a visit, but they don’t link directly to it. So, here’s a link to the form: https://qataramerica.org/contact/
Armpit Detox:
Megababe Happy Pits Detoxifying Underarm Detox
Ginger King (@thebeautysharkginger)
Lady Mitchum deodorant
Tickle deodorant
Raise a Wand:
Vanessa the MUA: Isehan KissMe Heroine Make Mascara
Intern Val: Coppertone Glow Lotion with Shimmer SPF 30
Jess: Sangre de Fruta Body Butter in Lavender by the Sea (it smells a bit like Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt!)