Should you exfoliate if you’re using retinol? If so, how do you do it safely? We’ve got answers from dermatologist Ranella Hirsch, MD, along with a review of the new version of L’Oréal Paris’s cult-favorite Wonder Water. Plus, all the beauty news: Aveda goes vegan; Dolly Parton is creating a fragrance; the return of chunky highlights (at least on Bella Hadid); plastic surgery trends in South Korea; and more. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Ou...
Jan 12, 2021•27 min•Ep. 266
Actress, environmental activist, and wellness icon Jane Fonda has learned a lot in her 83 years. In this interview, she talks to us about the privilege of good health, how her relationships have affected her self-esteem and appearance, her love of hemp-oil face masks (she’s an Uncle Bud’s spokesperson), and the power of a good lip liner. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand ; Instagram: @fat...
Jan 07, 2021•36 min•Ep. 265
We’re kicking off 2021 with an update to the “FM 5”—the five quick questions we ask all our guests at the end of their interviews. To celebrate, we answer the new questions (which *you* helped create!), and then share our resolutions for the year. Plus, lots of beauty news to discuss: makeup artist Pat McGrath’s damehood; virtual makeup testing via Google; the popularity of nostalgic perfumes during the pandemic; research showing that very thin bodies are less admired than people think; and a su...
Jan 05, 2021•47 min•Ep. 264
Cosmetic chemist and founder of BeautyStat Ron Robinson answers your biggest questions about product formulation, “clean” beauty, essential oils, where to find unbiased product info online, and more. This episode features a new introduction and Raise A Wand segment, but the interview previously aired (episode 171). We’ll be back next week with all new episodes for 2021! -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara /...
Dec 31, 2020•40 min•Ep. 263
Mario Dedivanovic—the founder of Makeup By Mario and makeup artist to stars such as Kim Kardashian, Christina Aguilera, and Priyanka Chopra—is here to share all his secrets. He discusses his first job in beauty (as a fragrance consultant at Sephora), why he uses makeup brushes on celebrities but his fingers on models, the importance of eyelash curlers, and why you should put tinted moisturizer on your eyelids. This episode features a new introduction and Raise A Wand segment, but the interview p...
Dec 29, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 262
It’s been a wild year in the beauty world! Listen in as we take you through our annual list of who’s been naughty and who’s been nice. We’re sharing the trends, moments, people, and products we loved this year, along with the things we’d rather not see in 2021. Happy Holidays, Fat Mascara Fam! -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand ; Instagram: @fatmascara , @jessicamatlin , @jenn_edit ; Twitt...
Dec 24, 2020•42 min•Ep. 261
We’re sharing all the ways you can support the beauty professionals at your local spas and salons this holiday season and recommending our favorite HSA/FSA-eligible sunscreens and skincare to buy with the leftover money in your health savings account (if you have one). Plus, lots of news to discuss: Purito’s sunscreen scandal; *another* celebrity skincare line; makeup artist Sir John’s collaboration with Barbie; Trojan’s fragrance launch; and important info about fragrance allergens and how they...
Dec 22, 2020•34 min•Ep. 260
Actress Kristen Bell just might be the perfect person to guide us through a holiday season like no other: In this interview, we discuss empathy, antidepressants, hot baths, hot-pink lipstick, and how beauty can boost your mood (and why it’s okay if it doesn’t). Plus, the creator of the CBD line Happy Dance shares the beauty backstories of some of her most iconic characters, including Sarah Marshall, Princess Anna, and Veronica Mars. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes:...
Dec 17, 2020•36 min•Ep. 259
Why don’t more celebrities and influencers open up about what it *really* takes to look the way they do? On this episode, we discuss how their honestly could benefit others and why it’s important to remember that “looking good for your age” is a privilege not afforded to everyone. Plus, lots of beauty news to share: the legacy of Benefit Cosmetics co-founder Jane Ford; Jo Malone London’s floral collaboration; the FTC cracking down on razor monopolies; Young King, a new line for boys with texture...
Dec 15, 2020•35 min•Ep. 258
Beauty journalists Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan, hosts of the podcast Gloss Angeles, are here to talk about the “West Coast” beauty aesthetic, how their approach to beauty has changed as they’ve gotten older, their self-care strategies, which products they think you don’t need—and which ones you definitely do. It’s a special beauty podcast collaboration, and we’re so excited to welcome Sara & Kirbie to the Fat Mascara Fam! -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmas...
Dec 10, 2020•57 min•Ep. 257
We’re going back in time to celebrate '60s beauty trends, like winged eyeliner, the “cut crease,” and almond-shaped nails, and discuss the career of legendary hairstylist “Mr. Kenneth” Battelle. Plus: the surprising reason scented candles are getting bad reviews, makeup artist Monika Blunder line, a few new fragrance collaborations, and news about asbestos-tained talc in cosmetics. Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat ...
Dec 08, 2020•33 min•Ep. 256
Beverly Beach founder and TV personality Dorit Kemsley shares stories from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills set, her best beauty tips, and her must-have products. Plus, she opens up about how being on the show has changed her and why her husband, PK, and her hairstylist, Justine Marjan, are her most trusted fashion and beauty advisors. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand ; Instagram: @f...
Dec 03, 2020•49 min•Ep. 255
Hair help is here! We tested root clips and air-drying methods that add volume without heat, and we’re sharing what really works. Plus, the week’s beauty news: Jennifer Aniston’s new beauty gig; Lush’s Twist and Curl hair collection; Rachel Zoe’s perfume line; and Leonard Lauder’s memoir. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand ; Instagram: @fatmascara , @jessicamatlin , @jenn_edit ; Twitter: @...
Dec 01, 2020•29 min•Ep. 254
Model and musician Karen Elson gets brutally honest about her journey in fashion, and what needs to change. In this interview, Elson talks candidly about the personal challenges she went through with body image and bullying in the press, and where she feels the fashion industry was complicit. She also talks about progress in models' rights and inclusivity, two major areas where the business is beginning to make strides. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.c...
Nov 26, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 253
Find out how perfume ages and why that can change a scent for the better or worse. Plus, we’re sharing our favorite Crabtree & Evelyn products and the story of the brand’s evolution (in a segment sponsored by Crabtree & Evelyn). And, as always, we’ve got lots of news to discuss: a beauty initiative aimed at ending intimate partner violence; the latest celebrity beauty lines (yes, there are more!); and, in Jenn’s science corner, new research about the skin benefits of topical CBD. -- Want...
Nov 24, 2020•38 min•Ep. 252
The founder of Baby Phat, Kimora Lee Simmons, talks about the beauty collection she created with her daughters, Ming and Aoki; why beauty can be a bonding ritual; her thoughts on tattoos and plastic surgery (especially when it comes to her kids); and how to raise girls in the age of social media. Tune in for an open, honest conversation that’s filled with fabulosity. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode recap, notes, and product links: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat...
Nov 19, 2020•44 min•Ep. 251
Will the salon manicure look the same when the pandemic is over? Can mink lashes ever be cruelty-free? We have definitive answers—and some deeper discussion on these topics. Plus, we’ll fill you in on the beauty headlines: Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals; a new Italian beauty marketplace; Ulta’s collaboration with Target; an invention that speeds up salon and spa services; and why bookstores smell so good. - Want more of our beauty podcast? Ep. 250's recap, notes, and product links: fatmas...
Nov 17, 2020•35 min•Ep. 250
Is “fungal acne” real? Why is P50 so popular? What do TikTok skincare influencers get wrong? Are products that meet E.U. standards better? Do skincare dupes work as well as the originals? What’s the most you should pay for a hyaluronic acid serum? Are you layering products correctly? One of our favorite dermatologists, Ranella Hirsch, MD, is here to answers all those questions—and more. Get ready to take notes! -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Ep. 249's recap, notes, and product links: fatmas...
Nov 12, 2020•55 min•Ep. 249
Should a strong pelvic floor be on your wellness wish list? Yes! This week, we’re talking about a new treatment to improve your floor (and core) muscles and sharing hair tips and behind-the-scenes gossip from our Moroccanoil masterclass. Plus, there’s an Invisalign update, and lots of news to discuss: Costco exclusives, a back-to-the-salon initiative, the future of beauty subscription boxes, an Ikea beauty collab, and the fig body wash that’s about to become a cult favorite. -- Want more of our ...
Nov 10, 2020•34 min•Ep. 248
It’s been 16 years since Lauren Conrad became a celebrity, and she’s figured out how to build a business and avoid fashion and beauty mishaps under the glare of the spotlight. In this intimate discussion, we talk about her podcast, her new line, Lauren Conrad Beauty, what she’s learned working in fashion—and why winged eyeliner never goes out of style. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand ; ...
Nov 05, 2020•48 min•Ep. 247
This week, we’re talking about why lasers, peels, and other treatments can end up making your skin look waxy—if you’re not careful. There’s also lots of beauty news to discuss: Bobbi Brown’s new brand, Jones Road Beauty; the return of curly bangs; surprising ways the pandemic is affecting shaving frequency; and more. Plus, is the flavor of fall fig or cardamom? -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising ...
Nov 03, 2020•33 min•Ep. 246
Fragrance is a way for us to make sense of our world; learn more about who we are and what we want for our society and ourselves; and boost our mood and regulate our emotions. In this special podcast, we talk to Firmenich Fine Fragrance experts Justin Welch, the Creative Director of the Mind Nose + Matter program, and Frank Voelkl, Principal Perfumer, to learn how fragrance can bring us comfort, what makes certain scents addictive, how perfumers are creating more sustainable fragrances, and what...
Oct 29, 2020•59 min•Ep. 245
This week we’re discussing how the romanticized farm-life vibes of the #cottagecore aesthetic are invading the beauty space, a new-ish treatment for below-the-belt sweatiness, and the week’s beauty news: Sir Anthony Hopkins’s fragrance; Lipstick Queen’s new owner; plastic-free beauty brand Peach; six grant-winning Black-owned beauty companies on our radar; and new research on maskne and which face-mask fabrics are healthiest for skin. Plus, we’re hosting a virtual event with Moroccanoil—and you’...
Oct 27, 2020•37 min•Ep. 244
Dermatologist Susan Taylor, MD, the founder of the Skin of Color Society, is here to talk about structural racism and unconscious bias in medicine, colorism in skincare marketing, whether or not different skin tones need different products, and how she and her colleagues are working to improve dermatology education and, ultimately, patient care. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand ; Instagr...
Oct 22, 2020•47 min•Ep. 243
Bonjour, Fat Mascara Family! Indulge us this week, as we take a deep dive into Netflix’s Emily in Paris . The fashion, the hair, the characters, and the show’s depictions of the beauty industry, perfumers, and influencer culture—we’re discussing it all. Before that, we’ll bring you up to speed on the beauty news, including an increase in body-care sales, SheaMoisture’s It Comes Naturally campaign, Khloé Kardashian’s investment in collagen brand Dose & Co, and beauty companies that are becomi...
Oct 20, 2020•54 min•Ep. 242
Byredo founder Ben Gorham built a fragrance brand that helped define the scent of the past decade. So, what’s next? In this revealing conversation, he explains how he turns memories into perfumes, why luxury doesn’t need to be exclusive, and the story behind Byredo's new makeup collaboration with Isamaya Ffrench. Listen in to find out how a Swedish pro basketball player with family ties to India and Canada became perfume’s indie darling. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & N...
Oct 15, 2020•49 min•Ep. 241
Color authority Pantone announced that the color of the year for 2021 will be "Period" red—and we have thoughts. Plus, we share our take on the beauty trends spotted at the spring fashion shows and discuss the news: California’s new cosmetics bill; faux hair made with forced labor; and a tribute to presidential makeup artist Lillian Brown. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog ; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand ; Instagram: @f...
Oct 13, 2020•31 min•Ep. 240
Why do hair brands sell different products to men and women? How can we make the beauty world less intimidating? And why is everyone so scared of styling mousse? Hairstylist David Lopez has answers to those questions and more. Plus, he shares his technique for creating effortless waves on (almost) any hair texture, the best concealer for men and makeup novices, and behind-the-scenes secrets from the Queer Eye casting process. -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & Notes: fatmas...
Oct 08, 2020•53 min•Ep. 239
We’re baring it all this week! We talk about why being naked is still taboo and answer a listener question about what happens to your body after weight loss and how you can tighten or remove excess skin. Plus, lots of beauty news to discuss: Issa Rae’s involvement with Sienna Naturals; HBO Max’s documentary about the beauty industry; the All Black Everything summit; Biden Beauty; and a Demeter perfume that smell’s like “puppy’s breath.” -- Want more of our beauty podcast? Episode Recaps & No...
Oct 06, 2020•38 min•Ep. 238
Fashion designer Jenna Lyons opens up about leaving J. Crew after 27 years and explains how being born without brows—and with very few lashes—has affected her beauty philosophy. In a revealing conversation, we discuss LoveSeen, the new beauty line she co-created with makeup artist Troi Ollivierre; how faux lashes are manufactured; her favorite beauty products; why her son won’t let her switch perfumes; and her thoughts on the state of fashion and beauty today. -- Want more of our beauty podcast?...
Oct 01, 2020•45 min•Ep. 237
