Ingredient DEEP DIVES With Rebecca Gadberry Episodes

The original super cleansers in the world of skin care, many companies are now avoiding sulfates due to their bad reputation in the Clean Beauty community. But how bad are sulfates? And is there an upside to using them? Discover when this super degreaser and big-time foamer can be a friend to your skin when Trina and Rebecca discuss the Skinny on Sulfates. **Disclaimer** Any articles or blogs mentioned in this episode can be found on our ⁠⁠⁠blog⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠. Have another q...

Dive deep with Trina & Rebecca as they explore the ocean within us with special guest, Biologist Dan Fryda! In this week's episode, Dan shares his expert insights on how to nourish our bodies from the sea, including how to feed our skin for a healthy glow. From the benefits of seaweed to the power of algae, Dan reveals the secrets of how we can consume these superfoods for optimal health. And if you can't get enough of Dan's knowledge, head over to our blog to check out his published works. Don'...

Almost 70-percent of rosacea episodes are triggered by what you put on your skin. Learn which ingredients you might want to avoid and which ones could help calm the heat and redness common with this skin disorder when our resident cosmetic scientist, Rebecca Gadberry, discusses the very long list with Trina Renea and Dr. Vicki Rapaport. Rebecca has gone the extra mile for you by identifying drugs and cosmetics that induce flushing and blushing, rosacea's most common triggers. You can find the li...

DEEP DIVE: 5 Ingredient Misconceptions + 1 Outright Lie! 1) Hyaluronic acid dehydrates your skin; 2) The higher an ingredient's percentage the better the results; 3) Vitamin C products are still effective once they've turned brown; 4) Alcohol in skincare dries out your skin; 5) Oils are bad if your skin is oily; Lie) The cosmetic industry puts petroleum in your products. **Disclaimer** And articles or blogs mentioned in this episode can be found on our ⁠⁠blog⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠. Hav...

One of our most popular Season Two episodes is when Trina and Rebecca took a Deep Dive into Skin Barrier Ingredients. We think winter is the perfect time to revisit how to select the ingredients you need to repair your skin's barrier when the temperature drops and the air gets dry. **Disclaimer** And articles or blogs mentioned in this episode can be found on our ⁠⁠blog⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠. Have another question? Send us an email today at ⁠⁠⁠info@faciallyconscious.com⁠⁠⁠! LIKE, FOLLO...

Why are a product's ingredients on its label? What are you supposed to know when you read it? Why are some ingredients on the box while others are on the container? Can brands name ingredients anything they want to or is there method to the naming madness? Joining Trina and Rebecca for a Deep Dive into the Ingredient List is Dr. Mindy Goldstein - one of the few people who actually name the ingredients on your skin care labels - for a behind-the-scenes look at the world of cosmetic ingredient lab...

Is choosing a facial cleanser just another frustrating challenge you don't need in your life? Join Trina and Rebecca as they make your life a tad bit easier when they discuss these 5 Facts You Need to Know Before Choosing a Facial Cleanser: 1) You may need more than one (AM | PM cleansing); 2) Cleansing ingredients are called 'surfactants' - and they're different than what you use to wash your dishes; 3) Surfactants are graded (but not like you were in school); 4) You want to choose a cleanser ...

Fragrance in skincare is one of the most debated—and misunderstood—topics in modern skin health. Is fragrance always irritating? Can you truly be allergic to fragrance, or is sensitivity something different entirely? And are fragrance ingredients really being hidden from consumers? In this episode, Trina and Rebecca take a thoughtful, evidence-based look at fragrance in skincare products, separating common myths from what dermatology, cosmetic science, and regulation actually tell us. If you’...

Hyaluronic acid is often described as a single “hydrating ingredient,” but in reality, it’s a family of molecules—and understanding the differences can completely change how your skin responds to it. In this episode, Trina and Rebecca take a thoughtful, evidence-based deep dive into hyaluronic acid, explaining the different types, molecular weights, and functions of this widely used skincare ingredient. If you’ve ever used a hyaluronic acid serum and felt underwhelmed—or wondered why layering...

In this episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, Trina and Rebecca take a thoughtful deep dive into niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3 that has become one of the most widely studied and versatile ingredients in modern skincare. Niacinamide is known for supporting multiple aspects of skin barrier repair, hydration, oil regulation, and hyperpigmentation management, but its benefits depend largely on how it is formulated and the percentage used. This episode explores how niacinamide works withi...

In this episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, Trina and Rebecca continue the conversation on preservatives in skincare, taking a closer look at the most common preservatives used in modern cosmetic formulations and how to evaluate whether products are preserved safely and effectively. After exploring why preservatives matter, this discussion goes deeper into specific preservative systems, including parabens, and explains why these ingredients have been widely misunderstood. Rather than foc...

In this episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, Trina and Rebecca continue the sun and sunscreen series with a focused discussion on the safety, formulation, and function of modern sunscreens commonly used in the United States. Together, they examine the three most common types of sunscreen found on the U.S. market, exploring how these formulas work, where challenges can arise, and how to interpret safety concerns that are often oversimplified in media coverage. This episode also addresses o...

In this episode of the Facially Conscious Podcast, hosts Trina Renea and Rebecca Gadberry take a focused, science-informed look at one of the most essential aspects of skin health: the skin barrier. Often referred to as the skin’s first line of defense, the barrier plays a critical role in hydration, inflammation control, acne management, and overall skin resilience. This conversation explores how barrier repair ingredients—including ceramides, plant oils, antioxidants, and occlusives—work toge...

Welcome back to the Facially Conscious Podcast. In this episode, we officially kick off Season 2 and introduce a new voice to the conversation—Rebecca Gadberry, who joins the Facially Conscious team. As the podcast continues to grow, our goal remains the same: to provide clear, thoughtful, and educational conversations around skincare, ingredients, and the beauty industry, without trends, fear-based messaging, or marketing noise. In this season-opening episode, we take time to ground the listen...