yiming’s Reviews > Can You Get Hooked on Lip Balm?: Top Cosmetic Scientists Answer Your Questions about the Lotions, Potions and Other Beauty Products You Use Every Day > Status Update

Well written, informative, funny. Like most scientists, the "Beauty Brains" consider themselves "objective" and impartial, but since it's clear that many of them are employed by the beauty industry-- I take their reassurances that most conventional products are safe and herbal products are dangerous with a large grain of salt. That said, I'm glad I read the book and am interested in checking out their blog.

Just learned that saliva can help wounds and acne! Just make sure to use your own, according to the authors.

I'm enjoying indulging my fascination w cosmetic science. While I understand that the authors are experts in conventional cosmetics, I wish they'd highlight more natural ingredients. They list the top 5 moisturizing oils and only #5 is natural (coconut oil), but they don't give other examples. I want to know what the other natural oils and moisturizers are!