The Beauty Brains, a 316-episode podcast on beauty and cosmetic products, has real scientists answer listener questions about skincare, haircare and ingredients. Episodes run about 48 minutes on a roughly two-week cadence. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a sponsorship rate of about $90 to $620 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Expert-led beauty science audience with 951 Apple ratings and strong reviews
- Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Apple Podcasts from 951 ratings, with most ratings at five stars.
- Real scientists answer listener questions about products and ingredients, which suits trust-driven categories.
- Consistent 316-episode archive with episodes near 48 minutes, giving long-tail discoverability.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- expert Q&A, co-hosted discussion, product breakdown
- Tone
- educational, candid
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 55 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Patreon funding link 'Support this Podcast' appears in the feed; no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Explicit flag is 0 and recent titles cover skincare and haircare science, with no flagged content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | thebeautybrains.com/blog/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id733300242 |
| RSS feed | rss.buzzsprout.com/1192241.rss |
Benchmark score: 58 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Why Does Your Hair Look Better at the Beach? Plus Co-Washing - episode | 2026-09-29 | 49 min |
| The Beauty Brains | 2026-09-11 | 43 min |
| SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic: What is new? Episode 432 | 2026-09-03 | 46 min |
| Can K18 serum reduce hair fall and reverse grey? Episode 431 | 2026-08-21 | 47 min |
| Can a $1,200 Eye Treatment Really Reduce Wrinkles? - Episode 430 | 2026-07-24 | 46 min |
| What really works - Episode 429 | 2026-07-10 | 41 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 20 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Real scientists answer your beauty questions
About The Beauty Brains
The Beauty Brains is a podcast in which real scientists answer listener questions about beauty and cosmetic products, covering skincare, haircare and ingredient claims. The feed lists 316 episodes, with the latest recorded on 29 September 2026, and the show is published roughly every two weeks, with typical episodes about 48 minutes long. The host and team presentation is taken from the show's website and feed, which describe the show as discovering beauty products to use and avoid.
Apple Podcasts shows 951 ratings with an average of 4.6 out of 5, which places the show in the 200 to 1,000 ratings band. Based on that signal and the show's back catalogue, listeners are estimated at 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with an audience skewing toward women in the United States (estimates only). No sponsors were visible in the feed; the show is supported by a Patreon link.
At an estimated $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $90 to $620 per episode. This suits skincare, haircare and ingredient-led brands seeking an engaged, science-minded audience (source: the feed, the website and Apple Podcasts).
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Beauty Brains can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Beauty Brains
How much does The Beauty Brains charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is priced at roughly $90 to $620 per episode, using an $18 to $25 CPM. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is The Beauty Brains about?
The Beauty Brains is a podcast where real scientists answer listener questions about skincare, haircare and cosmetic products. Episodes cover ingredients, product claims and what works, with a 316-episode archive.
How do I contact The Beauty Brains about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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