The Beauty Lab Podcast

By Velia of Velia Beauty Co + Monina of Moderne Beauty

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Episodes: 89

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Welcome to The Beauty Lab Podcast, where beauty meets expertise and fun! Hosted by licensed beauty professionals Velia Ramson and Monina Wright, this podcast is your go-to resource for uncovering the truth behind beauty myths, trends, and products.

With over 40 years of combined experience, Velia and Monina bring you:
💄 Honest product and tool reviews
💡 Ingredient insights to empower your beauty decisions
🎙️ Interviews with industry leaders in beauty, health, and wellness
📖 Real talk about trending topics and FAQs from their listeners

If you’ve ever wondered:

  • Are sulfates really bad for my hair?
  • What anti-aging treatments actually work?
  • Should I try that viral TikTok trend?


We’ve got the answers! Let us test the trends and share what works (and what doesn’t), so you don’t have to.

❤️ Follow us on Instagram @thebeautylabpodcast to share your questions and suggestions for future episodes.

🎧 Subscribe now and join us each week for empowering beauty advice and plenty of laughs!


Episode Date
89 | Why Does Your Hair Look Better at the Salon? A Hairstylist Answers the Biggest Hair Questions
Aug 02, 2026
88 | Your Most Googled Summer Skincare Questions: Answered by a Licensed Esthetician
Jul 26, 2026
87 | Your Most Googled Hair Skin Questions Answered By A Cosmetologist and Esthetician
Jul 19, 2026
86 | Beauty Dupes Worth the Switch And Some Dupes of Dupes
Jul 12, 2026
85 | Brazilian Waxing Basics: Prep, Pain, Process and Aftercare
Jul 05, 2026
84 | The Real Difference Between a Blow Dryer, Blow Dryer Brush & Multi-Styler
Jun 28, 2026
83 | Skincare Product Audit: Keep, Toss, or Trade: An Esthetician Reviews Velia's Full Routine
Jun 21, 2026
82 | Hair Product Audit: Keep, Toss, or Trade? A Pro Reviews a Real Everyday Routine
Jun 14, 2026
81 | Nighttime Hair and Skincare Routines: What a Hairstylist and Esthetician Actually Do Before Bed
Jun 07, 2026
80 | Velia's Real Everyday Makeup Routine: Critiqued Live by Esthetician Monina
May 31, 2026
79 | Blowout for Volume Critique: A Hairstylist Corrects Monina's At-Home Hair Routine
May 24, 2026
78 | Brazilian Blowout, B3 Bond Builder & CBD Hair with Mary Loyer of Brazilian Professionals
May 17, 2026
77 | Why Your Skin Looks Dull Even with a Full Skincare Routine — Esthetician Monina Explains
May 09, 2026
76 | The Ingredients Your Hair Actually Needs After 40: Velia Beauty Co Founder Explains
May 03, 2026
75 | Permanent Brows 101: Microblading, Powder Brows & Skin Type with Cosmetic Tattoo Artist Shauna Nasri
Apr 26, 2026
74 | Toners, Brazilian Waxing & Retinol vs. Exfoliating Masks — Listener Q&A with Esthetician Monina
Apr 19, 2026
73 | What Is PRP? A Naturopathic Doctor Explains Platelet Rich Plasma for Skin, Hair & Joints
Apr 12, 2026
72 | Your Hair Questions Answered: Hairsprays, Scalp Conditions & Conditioner vs. Hair Mask
Apr 05, 2026
71 | 2026 Makeup Trend Report: The Art of Blurred, Soft, and Strategic Makeup
Mar 29, 2026
70 | Prenatal Chiropractic Care with Dr. Kimia Shakerpoor: Lightning Crotch, Breach Babies & Staying Active During Pregnancy
Mar 22, 2026
69 | Dizzy, Off-Balance, or Just Spinning Out? A Vestibular PT Explains Everything
Mar 15, 2026
68 | 2026 Hair Trends: Warm Blonde, Gray Blending, The Hush Cut + Bang Trends
Mar 08, 2026
67 | Perimenopause + Menopause Skin Q+A: Dryness, Fine Lines, Acne, + Dark Spots
Mar 01, 2026
66 | Trader Joe’s Skincare Dupes: Our Honest Review + Best Buys
Feb 22, 2026
65 | Red Light Therapy Masks Explained: Benefits, Safety + At-Home vs Professional
Feb 15, 2026
64 | Hair Loss Myths: How Scalp Hygiene + DHT Really Affect Your Hair
Feb 08, 2026
63 | Eye Bags Explained: Dark Circles, Puffiness + What Actually Works
Feb 01, 2026
62 | Decoding Skincare Buzzwords with a Pro
Jan 25, 2026
61 | At-Home IPL + RF Devices: What Works, What Doesn’t, and Why
Jan 18, 2026
60 | Gray Coverage vs. Gray Blending: A Real Talk Hair Color Breakdown
Jan 11, 2026
59 | Beauty Lab Podcast: 2025 Year in Review — Our First Year, Biggest Lessons + Guest Highlights
Jan 04, 2026
58 | Retinoids 101: Retinol, Retinaldehyde, and Tretinoin Explained Simply
Dec 28, 2025
57 | Viral Skincare, Oils, Brows + Lip Stains We Tried So You Don’t Have To
Dec 21, 2025
56 | Detox, Longevity + Real Health Habits with Tammy Parkinson
Dec 14, 2025
55 | Our Holiday Travel Beauty Guide: Carry-On Friendly Skin, Hair + Makeup Tips
Dec 07, 2025
54 | Holiday Beauty Survival Tips: Simple Skin + Hair Care You Can Actually Keep Up With
Nov 30, 2025
53 | Winter Skin Myth Busting: Do You Really Need SPF + Exfoliation in the Cold?
Nov 23, 2025
52 | Winter Hair Myths You Need to Stop Believing
Nov 16, 2025
51 | The Truth About Pelvic Floor Health with Expert Maureen
Nov 09, 2025
50 | Your Top Beauty Questions—Answered!
Nov 02, 2025
49 | The Makeup Brush Guide: Natural vs. Synthetic, What to Buy, How to Clean
Oct 26, 2025
48 | Hair Loss + Confidence: Real Talk, Causes, and Treatments
Oct 19, 2025
47 | What Your Skin Is Trying to Tell You: How Stress and Sleep Affect Your Glow
Oct 12, 2025
46 | Ayurveda for Women Gut, Hormones & Holistic Care with Liz of Vedic Wild
Oct 05, 2025
45 | Hair Brush Guide: Wet, Vent, Paddle, Round—Choose the Right One
Sep 28, 2025
44 | Skincare Showstoppers from the Long Beach Show: Exosomes, PDNR & NAD+ Explained Simply
Sep 21, 2025
43 | Menopause & Midlife Health Tips Every Woman Over 40 Needs to Know with Dr. Rajinder Rai
Sep 14, 2025
42 | New Stylist, No Stress: What to Say, Bring, and Expect at Your First Hair Appointment
Sep 07, 2025
41 | Arctic Restore Test Drive: Cryo, LED Light, Infrared Sauna, PEMF + Lymphatic Suit (N. California)
Aug 31, 2025
40 | Gua Sha Explained: Benefits, Myths, and How to Do It Right
Aug 24, 2025
39 | Viral Beauty Products We Tried: Honest Reviews You’ll Want to Hear
Aug 17, 2025
38 | Stronger Through Motherhood: Dr. Coty Richardson’s Guide to Prenatal & Postnatal Wellness
Aug 10, 2025
37 | 5 Beauty Questions You’ve Been Dying to Ask—Answered!
Aug 03, 2025
36 | What Is Skin Cycling? The Simple 4-Night Routine Your Skin Will Love
Jul 27, 2025
35 | How Often Should You Really Wash Your Hair? A Hairstylist Breaks Down the Truth
Jul 20, 2025
34 | Drugstore vs Pro: Which Shampoo + Conditioner Wins?
Jul 13, 2025
33 | The Truth About Spray Tanning: Tips, Myths & More with Emily, Founder of Bronze Palms
Jul 06, 2025
32 | What Is a Japanese Scalp Massage? Benefits, Process & Why It’s Blowing Up in the US
Jun 29, 2025
31 | 7 Must-Try (and Some Avoid) TikTok Beauty Trends for 2025
Jun 22, 2025
30 | We tested 4 Hyped Beauty Products -- Here's What Blew Us Away (and What Flopped)
Jun 15, 2025
29 | Global Beauty Trends: Easy Ways to Try K-Beauty and Latin Glam
Jun 08, 2025
28 | Unlocking the Secrets of Collagen with Wellness Coach Renee Lynn | Beauty Lab Podcast
Jun 01, 2025
27 | The Truth About Perms: What to Know Before You Curl
May 25, 2025
26 | Fermented Foods for Gut Health: Behind the Science with Aaron Ramson
May 18, 2025
25 | What Is Tubing Mascara? Why Everyone’s Talking About It
May 11, 2025
24 | Behind the Chair: Wild Moments, Juicy Gossip + Laughs
May 04, 2025
23 | How to Choose the Right Foundation: Easy Tips for Skin Type, Shade, and Coverage
Apr 27, 2025
22 | Hair Falling Out? Here’s What Might Be Causing It (and How to Treat It)
Apr 20, 2025
21| Pro Beauty Secrets Every Woman Should Know: Lashes, Brows, + Blush Oh My
Apr 13, 2025
20 | The Ultimate Guide to Bangs: Face Shapes, Styling Tips, and What to Avoid
Apr 06, 2025
19 | Real Talk: 10 Hair and Skincare Questions You’ve Definitely Asked
Mar 30, 2025
18 | Expert Styling Secrets: How to Build a Wardrobe That Works for You
Mar 23, 2025
17 | The Truth About Dermaplaning: Benefits, Risks, and Why DIY Might Not Be Worth It
Mar 16, 2025
16 | Pro Secrets to Salon-Perfect Hair at Home: Expert Tips for a Flawless Blowout
Mar 09, 2025
15 | Professional Facial vs. DIY Facial: Which One is Right for You?
Mar 02, 2025
14 | Why Some People Can Grow Long Hair and Others Can't: The Science Behind Hair Growth
Feb 23, 2025
13 | Your Most Googled Beauty Questions—Answered! (Skincare & Haircare Myths Debunked)
Feb 16, 2025
12 | Acne at Any Age? Why You’re Breaking Out & What to Do About It
Feb 09, 2025
11 | The Truth About Self-Care: Beyond Bubble Baths and Face Masks
Feb 02, 2025
10 | To Color or Go Gray? Navigating the Pros, Cons, and Details
Jan 26, 2025
9 | Exfoliation 101: Techniques, Benefits, and Best Products
Jan 19, 2025
8 | How to Identify Your Hair Type and Choose the Right Products
Jan 12, 2025
7 | Everything You Need to Know About Bikini and Brazilian Waxing
Jan 05, 2025
6 | Sulfates, Shampoos, and Hair Care Myths: What You Need to Know
Dec 29, 2024
4 | Winterproof Your Hair: Expert Advice for Gorgeous, Hydrated Hair All Winter
Dec 23, 2024
5 | Is Your Makeup Making You Look Older? Tips to Keep Your Look Fresh and Youthful
Dec 23, 2024
3 | Girl Skincare Routine 101: Your Simple Guide to Glowing, Healthy Skin
Dec 23, 2024
2 | Don’t Feed The Fungus: Debunking Hair Myths and Why You Should Rethink Oiling and Scalp Care
Dec 22, 2024
1 | Welcome To The Beauty Lab Podcast
Dec 20, 2024