Wonderstuff

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  • BBC Two
  • 19
  • Documentary

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Soap, Hair Conditioner, Toothpaste
Episode overview
Jane takes a look at the ingredients used in the manufacture of personal hygiene items. She looks at soap and toothpaste before putting different home-made versions to the test.
1x2
Washing Powder, Degreaser, Surface Cleaners
Episode overview
Jane takes a look at the scientific processes that are used to help the effectiveness of biological washing powder and citrus degreasers.
1x3
Anti-Freeze, Drain Cleaner, Mobile Phone Batteries
Episode overview
Jane investigates how the formula for car anti-freeze was inspired by a tiny Antarctic insect, and learns about the purpose of the active ingredient in drain cleaner. She also explores the science behind mobile-phone batteries.
1x4
Antibacterial Spray, Air Freshener, Toilet Cleaner
Episode overview
Jane has her own home scrutinized for germs in order to put antibacterial spray to the test, finds out how some mind-blowingly clever molecules in air freshener manage to combat dirt in .. show full overview
1x5
Super-Strength Glues, Paint, Non-Stick Frying Pans
Episode overview
Jane's investigates the stickiness of household essentials. She discovers the wonderstuff in super-strength glues, how paint manages to stick to the wall and, on the flip side, what's on .. show full overview
1x6
Sunscreens, Moisturisers, Anti-Perspirants
Episode overview
Jane Moore investigates the science behind skincare products, including sunscreen that disguises the signs of ageing, a baking ingredient used in moisturisers, and a chemical in anti-perspirants that makes them different from deodorants.

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