Episode Details

The scenario: airlines lost your luggage. All your hair and skincare essentials are gone. You have $100 each and Target is the only option. What do you buy?

In this episode, Velia and Monina walk every aisle and build complete hair and skincare routines from scratch -- on a real budget, with professional reasoning behind every pick and every pass.

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why Monina chose the Good Molecules line over Thayers -- and what the ingredient comparison actually looked like
• The full Good Molecules skincare haul: double cleanse, toner, pre-cleanse pads, hydrating mask, eye gel, and moisturizer
• Why she skipped the St. Ives Apricot Scrub -- the crushed pit under a microscope explanation
• Why the Neutrogena makeup remover wipes did not make the cut
• The sunscreen oversight Velia called out immediately -- and Monina's defense
• Velia's full Kristin Ess hair haul: shampoo, conditioner, air dry cream, leave-in primer, Denman brush, and Conair curling iron
• Why Velia chose a smaller barrel curling iron over the larger one
• The sulfate-free conditioner label that made Velia roll her eyes -- and why it is misleading
• What both of them would have added with a slightly bigger budget

ALL PRODUCTS MENTIONED (coming)

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Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
 💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
 👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
 🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
 🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

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