Hosts Natalie and Sadie are giving you and introduction to Emulsions. This week they are defining polarity, and explaining why oil and water don't mix. They tell you all about how emulsifiers work, the formation of micelles, and how spheres are the laziest shape. If you have ever been curious about the nerdy scientific details behind cosmetic formulation, this episode is for you.

Welcome to Beauty by the Beaker, the podcast where science meets your bathroom shelf. We're two cosmetic chemists who want to reveal what really goes into your favorite products - and we aren't afraid to bust some myths while doing it. Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast, a curious consumer, or just tired of being told coconut oil cures everything, you’re in the right place. Let's gossip about all things beauty together! Pull up a chair, your appointment's about to start.Visit our website to read more about this episode and check out our blog post with sources.Join us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and Youtube!@beautyxbeaker@natbxb@sadiebxbContact us at info@beautyxbeaker.comSpecial thanks to Flip Twogood for our photos and Hailey Romero for our branding.