Summary: A foundation actually saved Michelle's life once. No, that's not an exaggeration. The beauty blogger, better known as LabMuffin Beauty Science has a PhD in chemistry, which she uses to give a unique, entertaining and informative reviews and articles on your favourite beauty products. With over 60,000 followers on Instagram alone (and a blog, series of e-books and a YouTube channel to boot) she's the one you go-to for scientific-based evidence and explanations of bold beauty claims, myths and confusing and complex ingredients. We talked about the beauty myth that is absolute BS, the claim brands make that makes her blood boil, how a MAC foundation literally saved her life (it's a brilliant story!), diversity in the beauty industry (or lack thereof), her struggles to achieve unicorn pastel hair until the invention of olaplaex, the most exciting innovations we're seeing in the beauty space, the difference between chemical and physical sunscreens, whether natural products are actually better for you, how Donald Trump is boosting the self-care skincare industry (yes, really!) and how pole classes have helped her love her body. You'll definitely learn something new from this episode - I know I did! Follow Michelle: Read her blog LabMuffin Beauty Science Download her free e-book on chemical exfoliation Follow her on Instagram Watch her on YouTube Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @brittanybeautybts Email: beautyislandpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to It's A Beauty! Newsletter for no BS beauty reviews, tips and tricks. (It's free!): http://bit.ly/2OE05XB Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. Michelle's chosen products: •Black eyeliner pencil •Akin Rosehip Oil: http://bit.ly/2AYvG2H •Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid: http://bit.ly/2T3mpx9 •0.05% Tretinoin Cream: Prescription only •MAC Cosmetics Studio Tech Foundation: http://bit.ly/2PnDovN •Biore Aqua Rich Watery Essence: Not available in Australia •Olaplex: Available at salons, with at-home treatments, shampoos and conditioners available to purchase •YSL Baby Doll: http://bit.ly/2FhCHjg Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain
