Melissa and Jam delve into the science behind lip balm, investigating whether products like Chapstick and Burt's Bees are beneficial or if they could be causing more harm. They explore the ingredients commonly found in these products, discuss what to avoid for chapped lips, and share dermatologist-recommended alternatives for effective lip care.
00:00 Introduction to the Lip Balm Scam
00:44 Meet the Hosts and Podcast Introduction
01:37 Community Shoutout and Announcements
04:07 The Chapstick Scam Inquiry
08:17 Understanding Chapped Lips
09:50 Ingredients in Lip Balms
16:42 Burt's Bees and Other Lip Balm Brands
23:31 The Irritation Dilemma
23:49 Ingredients to Look For
24:23 Chapstick vs. Burt's Bees
26:31 Petroleum Jelly Insights
29:36 Dermatologist Recommendations
32:01 Personal Lip Care Tips
38:14 Cosmetic Preferences and Hair Care
43:57 Supporting the Show
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References from this episode:
https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredients/allergens-cosmetics#common
https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-basics/dry/heal-dry-chapped-lips
https://www.burtsbees.com/product/beeswax-lip-balm/ (in the stick form)
https://www.burtsbees.com/product/moisturizing-retro-lip-balm-tin/#792850651531-Beeswax (in the tin form)
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3120007/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8060673/
https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/US/en/sds/sial/p5566?srsltid=AfmBOorfW5-Pot-l-yKCmfHp7Nco5xawnc8sXApICL2UfdR-Q6h9wQYb
https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/US/en/sds/aldrich/w266507?userType=undefined
https://www.fishersci.com/store/msds?partNumber=AC119111000&countryCode=US&language=en
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34561893/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3120007/
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/15569527.2023.2275022
https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/521353_5?form=fpf
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27090066/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ics.12583
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/cod.13131
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/15569527.2023.2275022
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6064031/
https://www.chapstick.com/products/chapstick-classic-lip-moisturizer
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48:37
Ask a Chemist: Why is glass clear? (and other questions)
Melissa and Jam tackle a range of fascinating chemistry questions from their audience in this episode of 'Chemistry For Your Life'. They discuss why glass is transparent, how some foods make our mouth feel hot or cold, and the science behind decaffeinating coffee. Along the way, they share insights about their popular 'ghost holding an Erlenmeyer Flask' merch and highlight the importance of ad placements and community support for the podcast. Tune in to learn all about the chemistry behind these everyday phenomena!
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:11 Chemistry Questions and Topics
01:27 Merchandise and Halloween Special
03:05 Community Questions and Answers
03:42 Glass Transparency Explained
04:50 Chemistry in Everyday Life
06:56 Spicy and Cool Sensations
09:38 Moisturizers and Healing Ointments
16:19 Understanding Poisons
17:29 Understanding Defense Systems and Poison Dosage
18:32 The Fascinating Effects of Poisons
20:19 Decaffeination Methods Explained
22:43 Exploring Hot Tub Chemicals and pH Indicators
27:33 Addressing Ad Placement Feedback
32:59 Supporting the Podcast and Community
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References from this episode:
https://courses.ems.psu.edu/matse81/node/2154
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38:10
Does lotion really hydrate dry skin?
Melissa and Jam discuss the science behind moisturizers and how they help with dry skin. The conversation covers the role of occlusives like petroleum jelly, humectants such as glycerin, and emollients in skincare. They also explore the importance of staying hydrated and the effect of environmental factors on skin moisture. Listeners can learn about the distinct mechanisms that moisturizers use to keep skin hydrated and healthy.
00:00 Introduction and Personal Experiences with Dry Skin
01:23 Understanding Moisturizers: What Do They Really Do?
01:56 Welcome to Chemistry for Your Life
02:07 Shoutout to Our Newest Community Member
03:37 Transitioning from Summer to Winter: The Importance of Moisturizers
04:27 The Science Behind Moisturizers: Intermolecular Forces
08:20 How Moisturizers Work: Trapping Moisture and Skin Oils
11:23 The Role of Water and Oils in Skin Hydration
21:22 Understanding Humectants
23:06 The Role of Occlusives in Skincare
24:03 Exploring Emollients
26:34 The Importance of Moisturizing
27:14 Chemistry Behind Moisturizers
28:50 Personal Experiences and Tips
44:41 Final Thoughts and Community Shoutouts
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References from this episode:
https://www.compoundchem.com/2015/07/21/moisturisers/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29319217/
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/jocd.12490#accessDenialLayout
https://illumin.usc.edu/the-chemistry-behind-moisturizers/
https://research-ebsco-com.libproxy.library.unt.edu/c/id67n2/viewer/pdf/2oe2i2o6qn?route=details
https://www.acs.org/pressroom/reactions/library/moisturizer.html
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47:50
What are shooting stars?
Melissa and Jam explore the science behind shooting stars, unraveling the chemistry that turns space rocks into brilliant streaks of light in our night sky. They discuss how meteors heat up and glow as they enter Earth’s atmosphere, the difference between meteors, meteoroids, and meteorites, and share fun facts about colorful meteors and the surprising role of amino acids from space. The episode is filled with personal stories, space trivia, and thoughtful tangents about the ethics of asteroid mining and the wonder of the universe.
00:00 Stargazing and Summer Memories
03:20 Meet the Hosts
05:00 Chemistry for Your Life Merch
07:00 Camping Stories & Inspiration
10:00 Chemistry of Gases and Atmosphere
13:00 What Are Shooting Stars?
18:00 The Science of Meteor Glow
23:00 Fun Facts: Colors, Metals, and Amino Acids
30:00 Asteroid Mining & Space Ethics
36:00 Favorite Space Stories
43:00 Listener Shoutouts & Support
47:00 Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up
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47:42
How do glowsticks glow?
#067 Rebroadcast (Originally Aired October 2020)
Guess what time of year it is. It's spooky time! One thing we see a lot of during this time of year, is things that glow. And you better believe that's chemistry. So how do glowsticks glow? How does bending the glowsticks start that process? What's mixing with what, and seriously how the heck does it glow? Let's find out.
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References from this episode
Organic Chemistry, Solomons 11e
Quantitative Chemical Analysis, Daniel C. Harris
Simple Glowmatography: Chromatographic Separation of GlowStick Dyes Using Chalk - Thomas S. Kuntzleman,* Kasey R. Bunker, and Ashlee A. Bartlett
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/neuroscience/fluorescence
https://ocw.mit.edu/high-school/chemistry/demonstrations/videos/anatomy-of-a-glowstick/glowstick.pdf
Glowmatography - Thomas S. Kuntzleman,* Anna E. Comfort, and Bruce W. Baldwin
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A podcast that helps you understand the fascinating chemistry hidden in your everyday life.
Have you ever wondered why onions make you cry? Or how soap gets your hands clean? What really is margarine, or why do trees change colors in the fall? Melissa is a chemist, and to answer these questions she started a podcast, called Chemistry for your life!
In each episode Melissa explains the chemistry behind one of life’s mysteries to Jam, who is definitely not a chemist, but she explains it in a way that is easy to understand, and totally fascinating.
If you’re someone who loves learning new things, or who wonders about the way the world works, then give us a listen.