Gray coverage vs. gray blending is one of the most talked-about hair topics right now — and for good reason. In this episode of the Beauty Lab Podcast, Monina and Velia break down what each option really means, the pros and cons, and how to decide which approach fits your lifestyle. From maintenance and regrowth to stylist skill and at-home care, this episode gives you the clarity you need to make your next hair decision with confidence.

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Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab!

Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media

The Beauty Lab Podcast wraps up 2025 with a heartfelt year-in-review episode. We revisit our favorite guest conversations, biggest beauty and wellness lessons, and the moments that shaped our first year behind the mic. This episode celebrates community, consistency, and curiosity — plus what’s coming next.

ALL THE LINKS: https://veliabeautyco.com/blogs/news/beauty-lab-podcast-2025-year-in-review-our-first-year-favorite-guests-biggest-takeaways

Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab!

Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media

Retinol, retinaldehyde, tretinoin — what’s the difference, and which one should you actually use? In this episode, we break down retinoids in a clear, simple way so you can make smarter skincare choices. Learn how vitamin A works, why retinaldehyde is often preferred, and how to avoid irritation while still getting real results.

ALL THE LINKS: https://www.modernebeauty.com/retinoids-explained

Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab!

Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media

In this Beauty Lab Podcast episode, Velia digs into the viral beauty products filling everyone’s feeds — from Medicube Korean skincare to Goda body oils to brow gels to the Wonderskin blue lip stain.

Get the real, honest pros and cons, how each product performs, and who would actually love them. If you’re dealing with thin or gray brows, dry skin, or need makeup that lasts all day, this episode gives you options that truly work.

ALL THE LINKS: https://www.modernebeauty.com/viral-beauty-products-we-actually-tried

Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab!

Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media

Certified nutritionist and longevity specialist Tammy Parkinson (CLC CNC) joins the Beauty Lab Podcast to break down detox myths and what a real reset looks like. Tammy shares simple “assistants” that support your detox pathways (lemon water, dandelion, chlorella + spirulina, activated charcoal, milk thistle, berberine, chlorophyll drops, green tea), plus her Ginger + Turmeric Elixir recipes you can make at home. She also shares details on her 26-day reset starting January.

ALL THE LINKS: https://www.modernebeauty.com/detox-without-the-drama-with-tammy-parkinson

Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab!

Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media

This holiday travel episode covers everything we pack for skincare, haircare, and makeup — all in a simple, carry-on-friendly routine. From TSA tips to hair product must-haves and Monina’s curated skincare recommendations, this guide keeps your beauty routine smooth on the go.

ALL THE LINKS: https://www.modernebeauty.com/55-holiday-travel-beauty-essentials-what-we-pack-for-skin-hair---makeup-on-the-go

Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab!

Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media

In this holiday edition of the Beauty Lab Podcast, Monina and Velia share easy, realistic beauty routines to keep your skin and hair hydrated, healthy, and glowing—without adding more stress to your season. Perfect for busy moms, beauty lovers, and anyone feeling stretched thin this time of year.

We cover:
• How stress affects your skin and mood
• The simple routine to stick with during winter
• DIY avocado mask for soft, shiny holiday hair
• Hydration, protein, and nutrient tips for skin health
• LED therapy, gentle exfoliation, and sleep mask upgrades
• A calming at-home scalp ritual that helps you reset

Great to listen to during your evening wind-down, while cooking, or while wrapping gifts.

ALL TH LINKS MENTIONED:

Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab!

Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media

Cold weather doesn’t have to wreck your skin. In this episode of The Beauty Lab Podcast, Velia and Monina bust the most common winter skincare myths and share simple, real-life tips you can use right away.

We cover:

• Why SPF still matters in cloudy, cold weather
• What really happens to your collagen with UVA vs UVB
• Whether you should switch to a heavier cream in winter
• How to exfoliate without beating up your barrier
• Why oily skin still needs hydration (and what to use)
• How to repair and protect your skin barrier with smart layering

If your skin feels tight, flaky, or extra oily this time of year, this one’s for you.

ALL THE LINKS (including recommendations): https://www.modernebeauty.com/winter-skin-myths-cold-weather-skincare-tips-that-actually-work

Welcome to the Beauty Lab Podcast! Your go-to podcast for beauty, health, and wellness tips during your drive time! Hosted by Velia Ramson, licensed cosmetologist and founder of Velia Beauty Co., and Monina Wright, licensed esthetician and founder of Moderne Beauty and Aesthetics, we bring you:

✨ Expert insights on beauty trends and the science behind products.
💡 Myth-busting chats about what really works in beauty.
👩‍🔬 Conversations with industry leaders in health and wellness.
🧴 DIY skincare and haircare tips to try at home.
🤔 Answers to your beauty questions and honest product reviews.

Join us every week as we share over 40 years of combined experience and passion for education. Whether you’re curious about skincare, scalp health, evolving makeup routines, or the latest beauty trends—we’ve got you covered!

🎙️ New episodes weekly. Subscribe now, and let’s have some fun in the Beauty Lab!

Podcast Management: Jen Vazquez Media