Product links:Glow Recipe Blackberry Retinol Blemish SerumPaula’s Choice Triple Active Total Repair SerumCocokind beginner retinol gel 0.1%Naturium Retinaldehyde Cream Serum 0.05%Peace Out Acne Healing DotsThe INKEY List Hydrocolloid Invisible Pimple PatchesThe Skincarma Blog: the Best Retinol Face Creams and SerumsThe Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has

This week’s episode is a best of 2024 roundup! I’ve rounded up my top 5 in pretty much every category (like books and TV shows, pop culture moments, places traveled and more) from throughout the year and put them all together into one fun episode rounding up my bests of the year. Hope you enjoy!Mentioned in episode 32: Reality TV era episode: https://www.createandconsumepodcast.com/episodes/5 Ranking Taylor Swift albums episode: https://www.createandconsumepodcast.com/episodes/25 Makeup tips

"Struggling with oily roots and dry ends? Find out how to fix it with the right shampoo and technique!00:00 There IS a right way to shampoo your hair 00:37 Common Shampooing Mistakes 01:43 Choosing the Right Shampoo for Your Scalp 04:10 Proper Shampooing Technique 07:18 Double Cleansing for Your Scalp 08:45 Rinsing and Final Tips 10:45 Personal Recommendations and Conclusion Here's my YouTube video about how to take care of Dry Damaged Hair after 50 - (Basically how to take care of your dry

Product links:Paula's Choice Resist Barrier Repair Advanced MoisturizerThe Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support SerumUntoxicated Moisture Boost Hydrating CreamSkinfix Triple Lipid-Peptide CreamCeraVe Moisturizing CreamThe Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has helped build multiple consumer brands from the ground up. He’s named 100s of skincare, haircare &

Product links:Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Dew Balm Sunscreen Stick SPF 45Supergoop! 100% Mineral Bright-Eyed Eye Cream SPF 40Solara Suncare Mineral Defense Ceramide Sunscreen Stick SPF 30The Skincarma Blog - The Best Sunscreens for EyesThe Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has helped build multiple consumer brands from the ground up. He’s named 100s of

Today, I'm thrilled to have Jordy Heis joining us. Jordy is Shopify’s Senior Retail Product Consultant for ANZ, where he drives growth and retention for retail merchants across the region. Known for his expertise, Jordy has become a trusted advisor to some of the most dynamic, category-leading fashion brands, including Incu, Patagonia, LSKD, FRANKIE4, and Henne. With a background as a graphic designer turned data enthusiast, Jordy brings a unique blend of artistry and analytical skill to help brands

Product links:Drunk Elephant C-Luma HydrabrightDrunk Elephant C-Firma Fresh Day SerumPaula's Choice 25% Vitamin C + Glutathione Clinical SerumSkinCeuticals C E FerulicThe Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has helped build multiple consumer brands from the ground up. He’s named 100s of skincare, haircare & makeup products – some of which are probably in your

Are you scared of getting scammed from factories?  Here are the red flags you should look out for.Natalie is a corporate fashion designer turned freelance after some major burnout and the pandemic.  In this episode, she talks about things like how she got her clients, some sourcing red flags to look out for, how she sets her prices, and so much more. Natalie's story shows how she bounced back and came up with fresh ideas, how she's making customized mini portfolios, and how she landed gigs

Years ago, a strong retail strategy often included brands staying in one pricing category, such as mass, prestige or luxury. Today, those best practices have come into question. “It’s strategic, … and it's also nerve-racking at the same time,” Rosie Jane Johnston, founder of fine fragrance and body-care line By Rosie Jane, told Glossy about her company’s expansion into the mass market this month through Target. “It’s always been in the back of my mind to make By Rosie Jane, particularly the

Product links:Pavīse’s Dynamic Age Defense SPF 30Paula’s Choice Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Dew Balm SPF 45The Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has helped build multiple consumer brands from the ground up. He’s named 100s of skincare, haircare & makeup products – some of which are probably in your bathroom now

I really did not want to like this foundation- It was hyped and it was expensive. And this video/episode  is NOT sponsored btw...Now that I have turned 50 I have realized - the LESS makeup I wear, the better I look! I HATE thick heavy makeup that looks like a mask. It makes me look and feel older. So what was my opinion of this foundation after wearing it for a month? Find out! Watch the VIDEO version of this episode HERE- https://youtu.be/a2_SMP24fFE Watch my latest videos I reference in the

In this thrilling season finale of Trend Talk, we dive into the hottest topics shaping conversations today. From Apple’s latest innovations with iOS 18.1 to the music industry’s buzz around Taeil and Tinashe, we uncover why they’re making headlines. We also explore Kelsey’s influence on fashion and beauty trends, bringing a fresh perspective to the evolving style landscape. Lastly, we address the serious side of trending news with a discussion on Hurricane Milton, its Category 5 impact, and how

Allure’s annual Best of Beauty list is out! Kirbie and Sara review (some of) the over 300+ list of winners across the categories, including best sheer lipstick to best detergent (yes, there’s even a category for detergent!) We know that the beauty industry is working to be more sustainable, but are they more talk than walk? We unpack a new report from Good On You that claims nearly two thirds of the beauty brands it assessed rated “Not Good Enough,” or worse. What does it really mean? Let’s discuss

Product links:The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating TonerThe INKEY List Glycolic Acid TonerThe INKEY List Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body StickSkinfix KP + PsO Smoothing Body TreatmentPaula’s Choice 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid ExfoliantThe Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has helped build multiple consumer brands from the ground up. He’s

Now that I have turned 50 I have realized - the LESS makeup I wear, the better I look! Here are my best tips for how to use less actual makeup on your face AND makeup products to look even better - with a easy and healthy makeup mindset so you won't have to worry about following crazy trends.Thanks for Listening! My YouTube  makeup tips playlist here- https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyIMNnG5yA189Choq2TqIU11yg0xY9cyv&si=BfATEuLbMWtWhZMR You can shop ALL of my makeup favorites in a huge

The quest for the ultimate lip product never ends—we even gave it its own category in the You Beauty Awards! But here’s a twist: what if we told you that people are ditching their lip balms for a surprising body care miracle? Yep, we’re putting it to the test so you don’t have to! And if you thought heatless curls were the best time-saving trick, wait until you hear about the latest heatless curl hack everyone’s buzzing about. We’re diving in to see if this could be the game-changer we’ve all been

This week, Rachel Zoe is joined by the powerhouse duo behind the incredible brand, The Great. Emily Current and Meritt Elliott met at UCLA and became fashion best friends. They launched into a styling career that led them down the path of building an iconic denim brand and then a multi category fashion brand. Their dedication to being a female led business and their brand ethos around championing women and working mothers is nothing short of inspiring. Who doesn't love a bestie story!See

Product links:Kiehl’s Better Screen UV Serum SPF 50+ SunscreenPaula’s Choice Youth-Extending Daily Hydrating Fluid SPF 50 SunscreenCeraVe Hydrating Sheer Sunscreen SPF 30 for Face and BodyThe Skincarma Blog™ is written and curated by skinfluencer, skincare junkie and Brooklyn writer Carmine Montalto. With 25 years of expertise in beauty across every category, Carmine has helped build multiple consumer brands from the ground up. He’s named 100s of skincare, haircare & makeup products – some of which

Shein has fundamentally changed the fashion market, challenging fast fashion giants that were not so long ago in the disruptor position themselves. Once the category's upstart, H&M now finds itself struggling to keep pace as Shein redefines consumer expectations with ultra-low prices, endless selection and lightning-fast production. In response, H&M’s new CEO has unveiled a strategy to target the elusive middle market, hoping to position the retailer as more affordable than Zara but

Join us on IRIS today! ➡️ https://apps.apple.com/us/app/iris-your-beauty-destination/id1667048124?campaign=fa6ypx4547 ⭐️ ALSO use code "fa6ypx4547" to sign up and get 100 Gems! On this week’s episode of Beautiful and Bothered, we're bringing you the first annual Beautiful and Bothered Listeners Choice Awards! We're comparing all of the 2024 Allure Reader's Choice Award makeup winners to the products YOU think are award worthy! Plus, we're revealing your TOP 5 picks in every beauty category! JOIN