
About this podcast
The Demystifying Cosmetics podcast, hosted by industry veteran and beauty enthusiast Jennifer Cookson, creates a space for open and insightful conversations about the ever-evolving cosmetics world. At Tagra, we connect chemists, formulators, product developers, and marketers to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and strategies shaping the future of beauty. Join us as we break down technical barriers and uncover the stories and insights driving the next generation of cosmetics.
42 episodes · science
The Demystifying Cosmetics Podcast
About this podcast
The Demystifying Cosmetics podcast, hosted by industry veteran and beauty enthusiast Jennifer Cookson, creates a space for open and insightful conversations about the ever-evolving cosmetics world. At Tagra, we connect chemists, formulators, product developers, and marketers to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and strategies shaping the future of beauty. Join us as we break down technical barriers and uncover the stories and insights driving the next generation of cosmetics.
Recent episodes
- What Baby Skin Science Reveals About Barrier Repair — A Cosmetic Chemist's PhD Research10 Jun · 34 min
- Why Supply Chain Is Quietly Deciding the Future of Beauty with John Morgan22 May · 38 min
- Skincare Ingredient Hype Cycles: Peptides, Ceramides, Exosomes with Gloria Lu1 May · 39 min
- Can Sustainability Outperform Traditional Formulation? with Kailey Bradt14 Apr · 46 min
- Building on Clinical Science and Kindness with Dr. Brent Ridge12 Mar · 34 min
- Eczema Isn’t “Sensitive Skin” - It’s a Barrier Disease with Jemila Alharazim26 Feb · 31 min
- The Microbiome: What We Think We Know, and What We Don't Know5 Feb · 43 min
- Ethics, Consumer Power, and Supporting From Afar28 Jan · 6 min
- From L'Oréal Labs to Indie Beauty: The Real Cost of Formulation with Alec Batis21 Jan · 53 min
- Small Batch, Big Stakes — Andrea Cid on U.S. Beauty Manufacturing18 Dec 2025 · 40 min