Today we are going to discuss with my guests Perry Romanowski and Valerie George,  Cosmetic Chemists and Hosts of the Beauty Brains Podcast.

What to look for in Skincare ingredients as an esthetician and advice, tips and cautions on making your own skincare line .

But first, let’s get to know a little about Perry & Valerie before I bring them on.

Perry Romanowski is an independent cosmetic chemist who has spent over 25 years developing products in the personal care and cosmetic industry.

He has worked on both hair and skin care products. He is currently Vice President of Element 44 Inc which specialized in science education.

He is a long time instructor for the SCC continuing education program and has authored or edited 6 books in cosmetic science plus numerous articles.

In 2014, Romanowski created the Practical Cosmetic Formulating online training program to provide cosmetic chemists continuing education across a broad range of formula categories.

He served as the President of the Society of Cosmetic Chemists (SCC) and is currently the Chair of the Midwest SCC Chapter.

Previously, Romanowski worked for Alberto Culver serving as a senior project leader for hair care innovation. Additionally, he has made appearances on popular TV shows including the Dr. Oz show and the Rachel Ray show.

He is the founder and creator of the ChemistsCorner.com website dedicated to teaching about cosmetic science.

Valerie George, co-host of The Beauty Brains podcast, is a cosmetic chemist, science communicator, educator, leader and avid proponent of transparency in the beauty industry. She works on the latest research in hair color and hair care as Vice President of Research & Development at a leading salon brand.