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Fat Mascara

Fat Mascara has been leading the conversation about beauty and beyond since 2016. Veteran journalist and retail insider Jessica Matlin (of Harper’s Bazaar, W, Moda Operandi) saved you a seat next to her as she talks to the industry’s most exciting names and goes behind the headlines to get the story behind the story. Get down to earth advice, a good laugh, and your new favorite product. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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58:27

Ep. 525: Hypochlorous Acid, Broccoli Freckles & The...

Fat Mascara ·

2024/03/27

Charisse Kenion, host of BeautyMe podcast, joins Jenn to talk about supermodels, changes at British Vogue, YouTube AI disclosures, France’s proposed “sin tax” on fast fashion, more diversity in dermatology photos, and broccoli freckles, the latest ridiculous micro-trend on TikTok. Listen until the end for our revelation: Hypochlorous acid is a wonder ingredient for every skin type! We raise our wands high to products featuring it: Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray, Clinisept+ and

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38:53

Guido Palau Talks Hair

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2024/03/22

Legendary hairstylist Guido Palau, who developed the new Zara Hair line and worked on Edward Enninful’s final cover for British Vogue, has done runway hair for pretty much every fashion label (Prada, Valentino, Marc Jacobs) and cut the hair of all the top models (Kaia Gerber included). He’s here to tell us about his career path in the fashion industry, share his creative process, and talk about some of the products he’s created for brands like Redken. This was Guido’s first podcast interview ever,

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55:44

Ep. 524: Cosmetic Injectables, David Beckham’s...

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2024/03/20

Guest co-host Garrett Munce, author of Self-Care for Men, gives Jenn his honest opinion on her Botox and filler, and then there’s much more to cover: why men want David Beckham’s nipples; the popularity of facelifts; how people would rather look healthy than be healthy; the success of Black-founded beauty brands; which beauty companies do the best merch; and a candle that smells like dirt after the rain. Plus, a cursory acknowledgement of Bella Hadid’s Ôrebella line and Kylie Jenner’s new

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44:42

Smell & Tell with Perfume Room's Emma Vernon

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2024/03/15

In honor of Fragrance Day, we joined up with Emma Vernon, host of the podcast Perfume Room, to talk about fragrance trends, the language we use to discuss perfume, and the scents of everything from orris and carnations to egg creams and dust bunnies. Listen in as we work our way through a “smell & tell” session featuring some of Emma’s favorite scents of the season.Perfumes mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/438253Episode recap with links (including Emma's live event March

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46:11

Ep. 523: Ugly Standards, Influencer Trips & The...

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2024/03/13

Guest co-host Anita Bhagwandas, author of Ugly: Giving Us Back our Beauty Standards and the Substack newsletter The Powder Room, joins Jenn to talk about pretty privilege, whether influencer trips are still a smart marketing tactic, if wearing makeup while you exercise is really that bad, discontinued products, and why Anita likes to decant her makeup into vintage pill boxes. Plus, we recommend body exfoliators for last week’s guest co-host, and raise our wands to a witchy candle, an appropriately

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57:39

Why Sunscreen Regulation Is So Messy with Dr. Julian...

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2024/03/08

Are you breaking the law when you buy sunscreen from other countries? Why is U.S. sunscreen innovation so slow? What are the real differences between chemical and mineral sunscreens? Which sunscreens have been tested on animals and why? We get into all of it with Julian Sass, PhD, a cosmetic formulator, industry consultant, and creator of an extensive sunscreen database (click on the episode recap below for a link to it). Plus: He shares his favorite sunscreens, and we discuss cosmetic regulations

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51:12

Ep. 522: Big Hair, Boba, Dry Brushing & The Beauty News

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2024/03/06

Guest co-host Courtney Shields, the founder of DIBS Beauty and host of the Courtside with Courtney podcast, joins Jenn to talk about the Texas/NYC aesthetic, men getting makeovers before their Lunar New Year blind dates, the resurgence of big hair, children’s eyeglasses that are supposed to ward off head lice, dry-brushing your body, Dyson tools, DIBS Beauty blush toppers, HigherDOSE mats…and so much more. Plus, we found a sheer mineral sunscreen for last week’s guest co-host, Julee, and have some

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49:50

The Everything Guide to Lasers with Dr. Yoon-Soo...

Fat Mascara ·

2024/03/01

Dermatologist Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae, MD, explains all the ways lasers can improve your skin. We talk about AviClear, Fraxel, and the latest laser and light advancements; how to prevent and reduce scars; lasers that treat acne, rosacea, tattoos, and unsightly veins; and laser hair removal. Plus: How can blue LED light be beneficial if blue light from screens is supposed to be damaging? Dr. Bae has the answers!Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/419083Episode recap with

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48:26

Ep. 521: Thoughts on Beyoncé’s Hair Line, Welcome to...

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2024/02/28

Guest co-host Julee Wilson, beauty editor-at-large at Cosmopolitan, joins Jenn to offer her take on the new hair line Cécred and discuss Girl Scouts beauty collabs, fragranced offices, and the most luxurious cleansing balm. Plus, welcome to the Legal Corner (it’s new!), where we’re talking about what the National Advertising Division of the BBB National Programs thinks of Dr. Squatch’s “natural” marketing claims. All that, plus trinket-y beauty items, sexy long johns, and a candle celebrating a

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36:21

Special Ep: Potential Has No Age (Live!) with...

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2024/02/26

Supermodel Veronica Webb and dermatologist Dr. Mamina Turegano joined us for a live version of the podcast, where we talked about taboos surrounding aging, how your skin changes in your 40s and 50s, and the skincare and habits that help you age well. This episode is brought to you by Shiseido in celebration of its new Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Advanced Cream. VisitShiseido.comand follow @shiseido on social channels for more information.Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming

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44:16

Ep. 520: Celebrity Beauty Paychecks, a Sun-In...

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2024/02/21

Guest co-host Emily Sundberg, author of the Substack newsletter Feed Me, joins Jenn in the studio to make sense of the Super Bowl’s beauty moment, discuss Alix Earle, talk about an introduction to perfumery course, and consider how trendy nicotine pouches could affect your skin. Plus, we have concealer help for our allergy sufferer and some new homework: Tell us about your favorite trinket-y beauty items (lip balm phone cases, gloss rings, solid perfumes, etc., are welcome!).Products mentioned in

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44:28

Best of FM: Silicones, Sulfates & Scalp Stuff with...

Fat Mascara ·

2024/02/16

If you have scalp issues, or you’re just curious why your hair “hurts” when it gets oily, this episode with Caroline Robinson, MD, is for you. In our interview (originally aired in 2022), Dr. Robinson explains how hair follicles work, how to treat conditions like dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, and shares the truth about controversial shampoo and styling ingredients such as sulfates, silicones, and castor oil.Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/398574Episode recap with

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34:48

Best of FM: The History of Red Lipstick

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2024/02/14

Rachel Felder, author of Red Lipstick: Ode to a Beauty Icon, shares the fascinating story of the world's most talked-about lip color. In this interview (originally aired in 2019), she tells us about the ingredients Egyptians used to redden their mouths, how red lips and story of feminism are intertwined, the Lipstick Wars of the 20th century, and the true story behind MAC's Russian Red.Happy Valentine's Day, Fam!Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/396901Episode recap with

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40:07

Can Beauty Retail Shape Society?

Fat Mascara ·

2024/02/09

Jess talks to Michelle Crossan-Matos, chief marketing officer of Ulta Beauty, about what a company can achieve beyond selling product. Since joining Ulta Beauty, the Glaswegian executive has worked on initiatives like The Joy Project with motivational speaker Mel Robbins, thinking about the responsibility a retailer holds when it comes to younger customers as well as its own employees. In this interview, she shares her approach to leadership, why she’s interested in the philosophy of stoicism, and

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35:30

Ep. 519: Dimpleplasty, Justice for a Beauty Crime &...

Fat Mascara ·

2024/02/07

Did you hear about the great perfume heist of 2016? Justice has finally been served, and we’ll tell you all about it. Before that: the rise of dimple surgery; celebrities on hair-dye boxes; supermodel offspring in the new Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild campaign; and Cardi B’s first beauty contract. Plus, let’s Raise a Wand to a moisture mask that’s almost as good as SK-II and help one listener find a longwear concealer that will hide her allergy symptoms.Products mentioned in this episode:

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46:31

The Scent of the Harlem Renaissance with Teri Johnson

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2024/02/02

World-traveling polymath Teri Johnson takes us on a journey through her life, but also back in time to the Harlem Renaissance, the era that inspires her company, Harlem Candle Co. She tells us about the famous personalities she’s captured in scent—Billie Holiday, Josephine Baker, Langston Hughes, and more—as well as her travels, her favorite products, and the story behind the brand she built.Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/381169Episode recap with

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47:44

Ep. 518: Dollar General Finds, Setting Boundaries &...

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2024/01/31

If you put a barefaced woman in a field we will want what she’s selling—that’s what we’ve learned from Pamela Anderson’s latest beauty endeavor. We’re also chatting about little wellness habits that help us create boundaries; Charlotte Tilbury’s big-budget lipstick launch; Dollar General candles from a surprisingly luxe manufacturer; highlights from a new Gen-Z State of Beauty report; SK-II dupes; more perfumes for our June Bride; and the fancy countertop spray that makes household #closingduties

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52:12

Hot Takes with Annie & Nick of Eyewitness Beauty

Fat Mascara ·

2024/01/26

Welcome to the ultimate beauty group chat, with Nick Axelrod and Annie Kreighbaum, hosts of the podcast Eyewitness Beauty. We're sharing our unfiltered thoughts on the beauty and wellness world, including celebrity brands, microtrends, Midjourney mistakes, Stanley cups, Ozempic, poor product design, and so much more.Products mentioned in this episode:shopmy.us/collections/369078Episode recap with links:fatmascara.com/blog/eyewitness-beautySponsor links & discount codes:

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43:13

Ep. 517: Baby Beauty Editor Faves, a Skin Cancer...

Fat Mascara ·

2024/01/24

We’re revisiting cult-favorite beauty products from the 2000s and wondering, “Where are they now?” But first: the FDA clears a new skin-cancer diagnostic tool; Striiike beauty studio debuts a pigment removal service for previously microbladed brows; and we begrudgingly discuss Kim Kardashian’s tanning bed. The Fam also has suggestions for our June bride who wants a white floral fragrance, and we have new homework for everyone: How do you get the results of a SK-II Treatment Mask for less?Products

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48:14

The Next Wave of Beauty Tech with Guive Balooch

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2024/01/19

Can technology help make the beauty industry greener? How do brands innovate without over-engineering? What are some practical ways Big Beauty can use artificial intelligence? We’re talking with Guive Balooch, L’Oréal’s Global Managing Director: Augmented Beauty and Open Innovation, about all that and more. You’ll hear about a speedy hair dryer that causes less damage and can save you almost $400 on your yearly electric bill; a gadget with oscillating bristles that makes at-home hair dyeing easier;

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