The Beauty Lab Podcast

82 | Hair Product Audit: Keep, Toss, or Trade? A Pro Reviews a Real Everyday Routine

Monina showed up with everything under her bathroom sink. Velia had thoughts. In this episode, licensed cosmetologist Velia goes through every product in Monina's hair routine and gives a verdict -- keep, toss, or trade -- based on shelf life, ingredients, and whether each product actually suits Monina's hair type. If you have a collection of products that sort of works but you are not totally sure why, this episode is going to help you figure out what to keep and what to let go. EPISODE SPONSOR: Velia Beauty Co - Get 20% off your entire order at veliabeautyco.com with code THEBEAUTYLABPODCAST SUBSCRIBE, SHARE AND LEAVE A REVIEW -- it helps more beauty nerds find us! ALL THE LINKS:  Don’t forget your Beauty Lab Podcast discount!  Get 20% off of your entire order. Use the discount code: THEBEAUTYLABPODCAST at Velia Beauty Co. [https://veliabeautyco.com] If you're not sure what skin type you are, I have a quick skin type quiz [https://kindred-skin-scribe.lovable.app/]. It'll tell you exactly what you're working with so you can shop with confidence. 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! 🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab! Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media [https://jenvazquez.com]

81 | Nighttime Hair and Skincare Routines: What a Hairstylist and Esthetician Actually Do Before Bed

We recorded this one in pajamas. That is all you need to know. In this episode, Velia and Monina walk through their full nighttime routines -- hair and skincare -- and explain exactly why each step matters. Whether you want the complete optimized version or just the simplified essentials, this episode meets you where you are. ALL THE LINKS: https://veliabeautyco.com/blogs/news/your-nighttime-hair-routine [https://veliabeautyco.com/blogs/news/your-nighttime-hair-routine] Don’t forget your Beauty Lab Podcast discount!  Get 20% off of your entire order. Use the discount code: THEBEAUTYLABPODCAST at Velia Beauty Co. [https://veliabeautyco.com] If you're not sure what skin type you are, I have a quick skin type quiz [https://kindred-skin-scribe.lovable.app/]. It'll tell you exactly what you're working with so you can shop with confidence. 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! 🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab! Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media [https://jenvazquez.com]

80 | Velia's Real Everyday Makeup Routine: Critiqued Live by Esthetician Monina

Last episode, Monina did her hair in front of Velia and got real-time coaching. This time it is Velia's turn -- and she brought every product she uses daily. In this episode, Velia walks through her complete everyday makeup routine while Monina -- licensed esthetician and makeup expert -- watches, reacts, and explains the why behind every step. From sunscreen to setting powder, this is a practical, honest look at what a low-maintenance but effective makeup routine actually looks like. ALL THE LINKS: https://www.modernebeauty.com/everyday-makeup-critiqued-by-an-esthetician [https://www.modernebeauty.com/everyday-makeup-critiqued-by-an-esthetician] Don’t forget your Beauty Lab Podcast discount!  Get 20% off of your entire order. Use the discount code: THEBEAUTYLABPODCAST at Velia Beauty Co. [https://veliabeautyco.com] If you're not sure what skin type you are, I have a quick skin type quiz [https://kindred-skin-scribe.lovable.app/]. It'll tell you exactly what you're working with so you can shop with confidence. 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! 🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab! Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media [https://jenvazquez.com]

79 | Blowout for Volume Critique: A Hairstylist Corrects Monina's At-Home Hair Routine

Velia watches Monina blowdries her hair and steps in to give tips that will make it voluminous  — and she has a lot to say. ALL LINKS MENTIONE: https://veliabeautyco.com/blogs/news/how-to-blow-dry-your-hair [https://veliabeautyco.com/blogs/news/how-to-blow-dry-your-hair] In this episode, Monina blow dries her hair on camera while Velia — licensed cosmetologist with decades of experience — pauses, redirects, and teaches in real time. The result is a full, bouncy blowout with zero teasing and zero curling iron. Just technique .If you've been blow drying your hair the same way for years and wondering why the volume never lasts, this episode is going to change your life or at least change how you approach your next wash day. IN THIS EPISODE: • Why blow drying at 50% damp is the sweet spot,  and what happens if you wait too long • Over-directing explained: how to tell your roots to lift from the very beginning • Why the blow dryer should always point down with the cuticle, even when you're directing hair upward • Flipping upside down correctly: the right arm position to avoid frizz • Why heat-activated mousse has to be engaged from the first pass of the dryer • The horseshoe sectioning method: middle of the ear to middle of the ear • Starting from the bottom up: why this builds the foundation for crown volume • Velcro rollers as you go: setting each section before moving to the next • The cool shot: using it to lock style instead of just letting hair air cool • Why imperfect sections still work, and what actually matters • Real blowout timeline: 28–35 minutes for long hair, start to finish 🎙️ SUBSCRIBE, SHARE & LEAVE A REVIEW — it helps more beauty nerds find us! Don’t forget your Beauty Lab Podcast discount!  Get 20% off of your entire order. Use the discount code: THEBEAUTYLABPODCAST at Velia Beauty Co. [https://veliabeautyco.com] If you're not sure what skin type you are, I have a quick skin type quiz [https://kindred-skin-scribe.lovable.app/]. It'll tell you exactly what you're working with so you can shop with confidence. 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! 🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab! Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media [https://jenvazquez.com]

78 | Brazilian Blowout, B3 Bond Builder & CBD Hair with Mary Loyer of Brazilian Professionals

You've heard of Brazilian Blowout. You've probably heard it lumped in with keratin treatments. But they are not the same thing — and the difference matters. In this episode, Velia and Monina sit down with Mary Loyer, Regional Sales Director at Brazilian Professionals and one of the OGs who helped build the Brazilian Blowout brand from the ground up 16 years ago. She breaks down everything: the science behind the formula, why clients can wash their hair immediately after, how the brand has evolved in response to ingredient concerns, and what's behind two of their newer lines — B3 Brazilian Bond Builder and the CBD-based Leaf & Flower.  IN THIS EPISODE: • The real difference between Brazilian Blowout and keratin treatments (amino acids vs. full keratin molecule) • Why the amino acid formula means no over-proteinization, no waiting to wash, and no post-treatment restrictions • How much time clients actually save. Some go days without restyling • The $250–$400 price point broken down: roughly $3–4 a day for up to 3 months • The aftercare products that extend results from 2 months to 3–4 months • The methylene glycol controversy, OSHA testing, and California's 2025 beauty ingredient laws • BB Free: the new no-chemical, no-smell alternative with the same smoothing results • B3 Brazilian Bond Builder: how it improves gray coverage, color vibrancy, and actually makes hair healthier during blonding • Leaf & Flower: the all-natural, vegan, CBD-based line, and why CBD's 20 amino acids make it uniquely effective for hair and scalp • The Molecular Mender: scalp repair + frizz control + split end sealing in 15 minutes, lasting 10 washes • The Volumizing Treatment: rice amino acids that expand at the root and hold lift for 5 washes — with a built-in dry shampoo effect ALL THE LINKS:  🎙️ SUBSCRIBE, SHARE & LEAVE A REVIEW — it helps more beauty nerds find us! Don’t forget your Beauty Lab Podcast discount!  Get 20% off of your entire order. Use the discount code: THEBEAUTYLABPODCAST at Velia Beauty Co. [https://veliabeautyco.com] If you're not sure what skin type you are, I have a quick skin type quiz [https://kindred-skin-scribe.lovable.app/]. It'll tell you exactly what you're working with so you can shop with confidence. 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! 🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab! Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media [https://jenvazquez.com]