In this episode, we put five popular vitamin C serums featuring 3-o-ethyl ascorbic acid to the test: Beauty of Joseon Light on Serum, Elf C+E+Feruic Acid Serum, Olay Vitamin C Brightening Serum,  Innisfree Green Tean Enzyme Vitamin C, and Numbuz:n 5+. This is a wild category of products. Unlike the CE Ferulic dupes, the range is far and wide in between! From texture critiques (why so sticky, Elf?) to actives breakdown, we decode the labels and share which formulas we’d choose — and which ones barely

Today we’re venturing into a topic that doesn’t always get the airtime it deserves: women’s intimate health and wellness. Yes, we’re taking it down south. Inspired by the menopause movement, I wanted to shine a light on one of the last beauty and wellness frontiers: how we treat, clean, soothe, and care for our most intimate parts. My guest is Albina Reale, co-founder of Barely, a new intimate skincare brand that’s all about making these conversations normal, honest,

This week on Uncensored, we’re talking braces (yes, braces because apparently they're cool again??), Mel's three Brazilian non-negotiables, and Mother’s Day beauty cart builds — all in one jam-packed episode. First up, it'sTop 3, where we dig into Adore Beauty’s data to uncover the most coveted products by category. On the list this week? Hair smoothing essentials to help you fight frizz and flyaways like a pro. Next, we step intoBuild My Cart to help a listener find the

On today’s show, we’re chatting with Marissa, the Head of Designer Handbags & Fashion in the U.S. at Bonhams Auction House. If you’ve listened to the episode we did with Bonham’s UK-based counterpart, Meg Randell, Bonhams is building on its success in offering handbags & fashion by introducing the category to the US market. Marissa bring twenty-years experience to this position, previously she worked at Resurrection Vintage, where she learned to source, date, and place exquisite antique and couture

What if you could launch your brand, scale it to 8 figures in revenue, and land 32,000 retail doors — all without a traditional background in business? In this episode of Scaling Emerging Beauty, Monique sits down with Brooks Powell, Founder and CEO of Cheers, a category-creating brand in the after-alcohol wellness space. Brooks shares how he turned a neuroscience research paper into a multimillion-dollar brand starting straight out of college, with no formal business training. We cover everything

Welcome back to Nailtopia — the podcast where nails are more than beauty… they’re art, expression, and a way of life! And tonight, we’re bringing you a very special edition, straight from the sparkle and spotlight of the Scratch Star Awards 2025! 🌟We’re diving into one of the most hotly contested categories of the year…Polish & Paint Artist of the Year! 🎨💅This category is all about brush control, bold color, and the kind of creativity that stops you mid-scroll. Our three finalists have each shown

Welcome back to the Nailtopia Podcast — your go-to spot for everything nails, from the salon floor to the stars of the industry! 🌟Tonight, we’re diving into one of the most anticipated categories at the Scratch Stars Awards — Liquid & Powder Tech of the Year! 💅✨These techs don’t just sculpt nails — they sculpt dreams, setting the gold standard for acrylic artistry with every bead, brush, and buff. Precision, creativity, and technical mastery come together in this elite category that celebrates the

A Note From The Host: This is one of my favorite conversations with a behind-the-scenes fashion insider. I love this discussion for its niche and unique perspective. Megan Ryley is Senior Vice President of Product Development + Production at Aimé Leon Dore, the luxury streetwear brand that everyone is talking about, but that Megan tells me---has a much wider audience than what that category actually evokes, in words. The longtime textiles expert and fashion production veteran tells us what it’s like

We’re back for our third year of the 30 for 30 sunscreen challenge where we test 30 sunscreens in 30 days. In part 1, we discuss the mineral sunscreens. This category is divided into mineral fluids and mineral lotions. We rate them from worst, meh, noteworthy, and best based on their texture and finish. Overall, we’ve found this category to be much improved! Let’s dive into our mineral sunscreen journey!Products Discussed this 2025 Podcast Season *a small portion of your purchase through these

From Ballroom to Mainstream: The Journey of Eric Archibald In this episode of 'Stories in Style,' Atiba Newsome continues his conversation with fashion powerhouse, Eric Archibald. They delve into Eric's origins in the ballroom scene, his work on the HBO Max show, "Legendary," and the influence of 90's club culture on their unique styles. Eric shares personal stories and experiences from New York's vibrant nightlife, memorable interactions with iconic brands like Dolce

Summary Pricing isn't just a number — it's a strategy. In part one of this four-part pricing series, we're diving into how to set a competitive price that makes sense in your category and against your competitors. Whether you're launching your first product or reassessing your retail strategy, this episode will help you understand where you fit and how to price to stand out, not blend in. In this episode, you’ll learn: What to research when evaluating your product category How pricing tiers vary

We’re back to address some lingering Met Gala controversies, the Golden Globes’ new podcast category, Madonna’s upcoming limited series, gay billionaires, Cannes’ restrictive new fashion guidelines, the Practical Magic teaser, Lena Dunham’s New Yorker essay, Brock Colyar’s harrowing West Village girls article, Rosie O’Donnell’s appearance on Hacks, The Rehearsal’s adult baby episode, and so much more!Also, LA fuckettes, we are doing a cute little event with Los Angeles legend Liz Goldywn this

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Shapewear has typically been associated with synthetic fibers, but a recent launch from Spanx is proving natural materials have a place in the category.Based on consumer feedback, Spanx set out to create shaping garments using natural fibers, and it landed on long-staple Supima cotton as the base material. The SpanxShape Invisible Supima Cotton collection combines Supima’s natural inherent benefits with targeted stretch and hold from Lycra FitSense. The result is lightweight, breathable,

Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/fashion/video/special-occasion-dressing-and-style-tipsGet ready to make an entrance this spring and summer—Old Navy is inviting everyone to dress for the occasion with its new category of elevated dresses and separates for special events. Old Navy created this new category in response to customer demand; while already a go-to for dresses, it's now also a destination for occasionwear. The Old Navy design team, led by Sarah Holme, Head of Design, created

Rita Hazan is equal parts colorist/artist/innovator. A NYC native, Rita is recognized as a pioneer, carving her own niche in the beauty field. Known not only for her eponymous Upper East Side salon and for creating the Root Concealer category, Rita’s iconic looks on celebrities such as Beyoncé, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Simpson, Aubrey Plaza, and Sydney Sweeney have had a lasting impact on worldwide beauty trends.Rita always knew she wanted to work in the beauty industry. She started her

It's the second Friday in May, which means the Met Gala is over and everyone has long since moved on...except for Mike and Gina of course! Watch and listen as these two unqualified Maxxinistas drag everyone to filth as they compile one of those stupid-ass tier list thingies! Who wins the coveted Gagginga Stunning category? Who unfortunately needs pills? And who the f*ck stained Anna Wintour's dress!?!! PLUS - Head over to YOUTUBE for full VIDEO EPISODES and see the couch for yourself. S...

Twenty-two billion! What are we playing at?!Things get worse when we look at the materials most commonly in use. The sports shoe category in particular is a giant, influential sector, yet its waste footprint and chemical inputs tend to fall under the radar. And don't get us started on the Crocsification of everything! Injection-moulded EVA is coming to a clog near you, but don't let's pretend that's sustainable.Increasingly, our shoes are made of frankenstein plastics, and even their creators don't

What are sustainable textiles? What are textiles, even? And actually, how do we define sustainability?This term — sustainable textiles — gets passed around a lot. It’s one that’s used by designers sourcing materials that are better or from a particular category, so it is useful to ask: “Do you have sustainable textiles?” But whether we can unpick the responses to truly understand if they’re sustainable or not, that’s what’s important.Here I’ll give some basics — what textiles are, and what

In this jam-packed mini podcast, we discuss…We are Fragrance Foundation Jasmine awards finalists! In the New & Visual Media category, for our Scented Story (the week-long creative project we did for Halloween, taking it in turns to tell a story evoking intriguingly uncanny fragrances using photographs and video we took, choosing music, spanning Instagram reels, stories and posts, and a special edition of the podcast. You can see this by clicking on the Story 2 highlights circle beneath our bio