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Allure: The Science of Beauty

Allure & Condé Nast

Join Allure as we explore the inextricable link between science and beauty — and don't be surprised if you discover your next favorite serum, hair mask, or scalp treatment along the way. Jenny Bailly, executive beauty director, and Dianna Mazzone, senior beauty editor, are asking the tough questions and getting the straight answers from dermatologists, cosmetic chemists, and at least one expert on climate change (we said the questions were tough). So if you’ve always wondered what a wrinkle actually is (and how retinol can make it go away), or why your hair is curly (and which polymers will give it the most spring), come get nerdy with us!

2020

Join Allure as we explore the inextricable link between science and beauty — and don't be surprised if you discover your next favorite serum, hair mask, or scalp treatment along the way. Jenny Bailly, executive beauty director, and Dianna Mazzone, senior beauty editor, are asking the tough questions and getting the straight answers from dermatologists, cosmetic chemists, and at least one expert on climate change (we said the questions were tough). So if you’ve always wondered what a wrinkle actually is (and how retinol can make it go away), or why your hair is curly (and which polymers will give it the most spring), come get nerdy with us!

2020
14hr 14min
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S2 Ep. 4 | Hair Loss/Thinning
December 9, 202131min 10sec
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S2 Ep. 6 | Hair Dye
December 23, 202130min 20sec
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S2 Ep. 5 | Scalp
December 16, 202130min 2sec
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S2 Ep. 3 | Frizz
December 2, 202125min 39sec
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S2 Ep. 2 | Conditioner
November 25, 202132min 20sec
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S2 Ep. 1 | Silicones
November 18, 202129min 3sec
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Introducing Allure: The Science of Beauty, Season 2
November 11, 20211min 6sec
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These tiny chains of amino acids are among the most powerful topical tools we have to help smooth wrinkles and restore skin firmness — here’s why. (Special thanks to Dermatologist Cindy Bae) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 13, 20217min 2sec
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This clinically-proven vitamin B3 derivative can help treat acne, brighten dark spots, and smooth fine lines and wrinkles. No wonder it’s taken TikTok by storm. (Special thanks to Dermatologist Shari Marchbein) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 6, 20217min 34sec
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This natural oil has a funny-sounding name, but it’s got serious benefits for skin and hair—especially if yours feel parched. Best of all, you can easily snag a bottle on your next grocery-store run. (Special thanks to Dermatologist Rita V. Linker) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 29, 20216min 53sec
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This essential oil is a triple-threat against breakouts, but if you want to reap the benefits, you’ve got to take it slow. (Special thanks to Dermatologist Alyx Rosen Aigen) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 22, 20216min 33sec
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The Inside Story: Kojic Acid
June 15, 20217min 44sec
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This moisturizing lipid has a complicated backstory, but it’s worth sifting through the facts to uncover the hydrating benefits, particularly if you have oily skin. (Special thanks to Dermatologist Paul Jarrod Frank) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 8, 20215min 59sec
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The Inside Story: Cica
June 1, 20216min 47sec
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The Inside Story: Ceramides
May 25, 20217min 47sec
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The Inside Story: Biotin
May 18, 20216min 32sec
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The Inside Story: Collagen
May 11, 20218min 17sec
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The skin benefits of sulfur are often overshadowed by its rather... stinky reputation. But we suspect you’ll quickly get over the smell when you learn what this ingredient can do to help fight acne. (Special thanks to Dermatologist Corey L. Hartman) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 4, 20214min 52sec
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The Inside Story: Turmeric
April 27, 20217min 15sec
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The Inside Story: CBD
April 20, 20216min 27sec
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Allure's The Science of Beauty Presents "The Inside Story: Ingredients
April 19, 202150sec
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Ep. 15 | Face Masks
February 25, 202139min 56sec
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Ep. 14 | Hydration
February 18, 202143min 20sec
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Ep. 13 | Skin-Care Layering
February 11, 202132min 30sec
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Introducing Allure: The Science of Beauty - K-Beauty Edition
February 4, 20211min 34sec
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Cue the Star Wars-style sound effects, because this week's episode is all about lasers. The ones we're talking about can't defeat the dark side, but they can conquer dark spots, unwanted hair, scars, and more.
December 30, 202043min 24sec
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Now that we've given the hair on our head its due, we're traveling south to explore the hair we have everywhere else. And we mean everywhere.
December 23, 202044min 59sec
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We explain the many ways you should care for your scalp (but probably aren't) and the best treatment options for issues like itchiness, oiliness, and — of course — dandruff.
December 17, 202039min 56sec
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If you have spirals, coils, or waves, you already know that having curly hair isn't just a trait; it's a lifestyle. So we packed this episode with tips, tricks, and techniques for caring for curls.
December 10, 202038min 49sec
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You can't always control a stressful situation, but you can control the way you — and in some ways, even your skin and hair — react to one.
December 3, 202040min 29sec
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Because the shampoo aisle has enough options to make you feel dizzy, a cosmetic chemist walks us through the latest and greatest ways to remove dirt, oil, and product build-up.
November 25, 202040min 19sec
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As the old saying goes: An acid a day (or, uh, every few days if you're sensitive) keeps breakouts, fine lines, and dullness away — here's how.
November 19, 202039min 24sec
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You know vitamins as the micronutrients our body needs in order to function, but when applied topically, vitamins can have a profound effect on the health and appearance of our skin.
November 12, 202033min 29sec
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It's a privilege to have wrinkles. But if you want your skin to look as youthful as you feel, modern medicine has a few tricks up its sleeve.
November 5, 202038min 16sec
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There are millions of tiny openings all over your skin — and if you didn't have them, you'd be dead. Join us as we dive into the weird world of pores.
October 29, 202039min 39sec
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It's not easy treating the dark spots and discoloration known as hyperpigmentation — but with the right products and treatments, it's totally possible.
October 22, 202026min 33sec
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If you're not using SPF, every other skin-care product is a big, old waste of time and money.
October 15, 202036min 15sec
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During an upcoming episode all about pores, Michelle and Jenny get nerdy with dermatologist Sandra Lee — also known as Dr. Pimple Popper — as she walks them through how she extracted one gigantic blackhead from a single pore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
October 13, 20203min 13sec
Thumbnail for "Introducing Allure: The Science of Beauty".
Join Allure as we explore the inextricable link between science and beauty.
October 8, 20201min 17sec

S2 Ep. 4 | Hair Loss/Thinning

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December 9, 202131min 10sec

As we speak, there are about 30 million women in the United States who are experiencing hair loss and thinning as caused by genetics — yet the topic remains taboo. So this week, Jenny and Dianna called in dermatologist Nazanin Saedi to investigate the different causes of hair loss and review the many treatment options available — while getting real about the costs.

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