Oversized lab coat? Check. Bright blue gloves? Check. Real pipetting action? Check.
If you're curious about what I was doing, I was filling a pipet to inject some cell extract into a protein gel to separate out the different protein bands by size. Are you curious how I did it? Go here for a chemistry lesson on gel electrophoresis.
On a chemistry related note, I saw this post on J.Crew Aficionada showing J.Crew's incorrect periodic table.
Do you notice what's missing? They eliminated groups 14 and 15 entirely. I think it's really awesome that J.Crew incorporated some science into a store display. It would have been cooler if they were more accurate. Although, it's not like carbon and nitrogen are important anyways ;)
I always enjoy when science things are used in the fashion and beauty industry. Here are some examples:
A Clinique magazine ad:
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| PS: Clinique Clarifying Lotion 3 is awesome. I use it every night. |
Aveeno's ad campaign with their own "elements":
I know for myself I stored my makeup in beakers for ages. I haven't done so in awhile since my beaker is sitting in a box at my parents place. I just think that chemistry is everywhere, and definitely has a place outside of the lab.
On a random note, if you're bored, go to the Black Acre Brewing Co. website and say you're under 21. My boyfriend showed me this tonight and it made me laugh.
