
Breaking Beauty Podcast
Get ready with us! We’re Jill and Carlene, two longtime beauty editors who have seen it all and swatched it all, and now we’re here to tell you what’s good. Whether you’re searching for the latest insider-fave foundation, building a gimmick-free skincare routine, or interested in exploring culture through a beauty lens, tune in every Wednesday for epic guests like Makeup By Mario, Dr. Pimple Popper and Jonathan Van Ness (say what?!) Plus, don’t miss our monthly #DamnGood reviews of trending drugstore and spendy finds that are worth the $$$ – you’re glowing already!
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Dec 27, 2023 • 49min
How NYC Girlies Get it Done: Glam Services, Beauty Obsessions & Rentable Fashion with Gals on The Go Podcast Hosts Danielle Carolan and Brooke Miccio
This week we’re kickin’ it with fellow podcasters Danielle Carolan and Brooke Miccio from the chart-topping lifestyle podcast, Gals on The Go. Join us for a good ol’ fashioned chit-chat, as we discover how the young, fabulous and not-so-broke are getting it done New Yorker-style these days – like where’s the best place for a facial? What body treatment makes a noticeable difference before an event? Which clothing label are they shopping most? And, who do they have on speed dial when they wanna get glam? Pssst! Be sure to catch us over on the Gals on The Go Podcast feed this week, where we say “yay or nay” to trends like tooth gems and latte makeup and we drop some of our fave products of 2023 that we haven’t had a chance to tell y’all about yet.You’ll find out:The real deal on clothing rental apps – what the gals are using and loving for designer frocks for one night onlyTop shelf musts: self-tanners, barrier-boosting moisturizer for acne-prone skin and a balletcore hair accessory you can find on Amazon What’s on their travel wishlist for 2024, along with their best packing hacksThe one secret spot in Manhattan they’ve been gatekeeping… until nowGet social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! EveryplateGet a meal for $1.49 PLUS $1 steaks for life by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast andentering code 49breakingbeauty. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.Macy’sMacy’s has got all the New Year’s Eve looks to start your year off right. Check out macys.com/ownyourstyle for inspo ideas and sale promotions.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Dec 20, 2023 • 46min
Peeping Chanel’s Archives, Behind The Skincare Lab Curtain & The Facial Trend You're About to See Everywhere. Plus! Where We Ate, Stayed and Shopped in Paris
This week, we pull back the double-CC’s curtain to recap Chanel’s first brand trip of its kind at the brand’s Research & Innovation HQ, just outside of Paris, in historic Pantin. From Chanel’s “integrative beauty” approach to its open air “Sky Labs” and what we learned in the archive room of priceless relics from the roaring 20s – find out how Gabrielle Chanel’s influence lives on today.Plus, stay tuned until the end as we reveal our favourite places to stay, eat and shop in the City of Lights. Carlene reveals her epic purchase from 31 Rue Cambon, Jill falls in love with a luxe-y serum and we eat at a delish locals-only spot where we’re thrilled to be ever-so-chicly ignored. In this episode you’ll hear:The real reason why Gabrielle’s favourite flower, camellia, is found throughout Chanel skincare, and what the latest senescence research reveals about how we ageWhy “fascia facials” are the next big thing in spasAll of the details on Chanel’s latest beauty treasure, 31 Le Rouge, a refillable lipstick keepsake inspired by the legendary art deco staircase at the iconic 31 rue Cambon Our ultimate French girl sighting in the flagship Chanel boutique (ooh la la!)French pharmacy finds Jill couldn’t leave behind (a hyaluronic acid *foam*, a better-in-Europe moisturizer and the cheap ’n’ cheerful hairspray hoarded by hair pros.) Pssst! We want to hear from you. Would you ever want to explore Paris like a beauty editor? Drop into our Instagram DMs if you think Breaking Beauty Pod Trips could be a thing!!SHOW PARTNERS: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Macy’sThere’s still time to find the perfect gift at Macy’s Last Minute Gift Sale! From now until Saturday, December 23rd, 2023, get an extra 20% off great gifts, including the latest wardrobe updates, makeup & skin care sets, the season’s hottest toys, and everything else on their wish list. Check out macys.com and use promo code GIFT to save today. Some exclusions apply, see macys.com for details.AwaySpecial thanks to our friends at Away Luggage for sending us on our merry way in style with a chic luggage duo. We love the Carry-On suitcase with the matching navy Medium-Sized Checked Baggage to tote all of our Parisian Treasures home. Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by SayaProduced by Dear Media StudioSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dec 13, 2023 • 50min
Fave Products of 2023, PR Moves, Flop Eras and More With “The Internet’s Agent” Robyn DelMonte AKA GirlBossTown. Plus! The 2024 Beauty Aesthetic
Robyn DelMonte of @girlbosstown is the TikTok creator to follow for seriously astute, funny and shockingly accurate “PR moves” in the world of business, beauty and celebrity. The self-described “Internet’s Agent ” launched a full-fledged consulting business from her couch — providing Gen Z advice to brands like Dunkin, Bliss, Xfinity and many more.A member of the Forbes 30 Under 30 List, Robyn joins us today to break down the biggest beauty moments of the year, from the magazine cover stars that got us gossiping to the viral moments that money simply can’t buy. Stay tuned to find out which beauty brand is currently in its flop era – plus, Robyn forecasts the next trends in 2024. What you’ll hear in the episode:How brand trips could be re-imagined, according to the TikTok-appointed PR guruThe “PR move” she thinks Sofia Richie should do nextWhat “face privilege” awards you in the world of Hollywood haircutsMove over, Baccarat Rouge 540 – are gourmand fragrances making a comeback?In partnership with Macy’s, the winter skin musts that Jill is taking into 2024 (Pssst! Find Macy’s gift cards in store, in the Macy’s app or at macys.com/giftcards.) Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! OUAIGlow all out this holiday with Ouai. Go to theouai.com for 15% off sitewide and enter promo code BEAUTY15.MACY’SIf you’re feeling crunched for time, get all the gift inspo using Macy’s Gift Finder. Check out macys.com/giftfinder to find that perfect present.CONAIR“Hair goes in, curl comes out. Just like magic!” Shop Curl Secret by Conair now available at all major retailers.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Dec 6, 2023 • 49min
How a K-Beauty Esthetician Gets Her Skin So Glassy with Peach & Lily Founder Alicia Yoon
Today, we’re sitting down with Peach & Lily founder Alicia Yoon! Along with its budget-friendly sister brand, Peach Slices, the Korean beauty phenom is celebrating five years in skincare, and according to WWD, a collective $100 million in sales. Tune in as Alicia shares her early struggles as a diver on the Korean national platform team – until an injury that landed her in a wheelchair would set her on a new path. Then, from “toddler” facials at the age of three to bonafide #glassskin guru, the K-Beauty esthetician shares her journey overcoming lifelong eczema, as she drops every step of her glass skin routine. Plus, keep listening for a sneak peek at the brand’s late-breaking innovations: Peach and Lily Rescue Party Barrier Restore Serum and Barrier Restore Cream, dropping tomorrow!In this episode you’ll learn: Alicia’s best tips for acing age-defying facial yoga – yes, it’s a thing! Her unique take on skin flooding – does the limit of layers exist? The latest K-beauty trends you’ll be hearing about everywhere, like exosomesWhy the secret to a juicy skin barrier just might be…. calcium?! How playing “skin detective” can be the key to managing even the most sensitive skin typesGet social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Beyond MiraclesBeyond Miracles Cellstory and Miracletox’s patented Microspear technology uses microscopic liquid needles derived from freshwater grown sponges to create channels in the skin that deliver superior ingredient penetration. Try the at-home Miracletox system using code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first Beyond Miracles order at beyond-miracles.com Macy’sRefresh your winter wardrobe and get ready for holiday party season with updates from Macy’s at macys.com/ownyourstyle. Get help finding your style footing with a Personal Stylist - either in-store or virtually. Visit macys.com/personalstylist to book your free appointment today.ConairIntroducing the new Curl Secret by Conair, your new favorite styling tool for effortlesscurls. It boasts customizable settings, multi-directional action and tangle-free tech – all at the push of a button. Shop Curl Secret by Conair, now available at all major retailers.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Nov 29, 2023 • 50min
Why Ilia’s Viral Skin Tint Is So #DamnGood With Ilia Beauty Founder Sasha Plavsic
If there’s one product that epitomizes the year’s “clean girl aesthetic” in a bottle, it’s Ilia’s now iconic Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40, a unit of which sells every 30 seconds. But Ilia wasn’t always a buzzy, $100 million dollar company. Today, brand founder Sasha Plavsic shares the surprising story behind the indie darling’s late-blooming turnaround, years after its 2011 debut with just six simple lip tints. And pssssst! We do have a promo code: visit ILIAbeauty.com and use BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase. In this episode you’ll hear about:The moment the Ilia founder nearly threw in the towel, and what set the brand back on courseThe surprising, problem-solving innovation that shot to #1 at Sephora within one month of its launch (no, it wasn’t the skin tint!) Why the brand chose to press pause on what was primed to be its biggest colour launch of the year - even after hosting a media dinner for the occasionA sneak peek at what Ilia will launch in January, 2024! (Hint: Got any ____?!)What Sasha believes she and Pamela Anderson have in commonGet social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! RitualRitual’s Essential for Women18+ is a multivitamin you can actually trust. Get 30% off during your first month by visiting ritual.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY to start Ritual, or add Essential For Women 18+ to your subscription today.Beyond MiraclesTry the at-home Cellstory system using code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first Beyond Miracles order at beyond-miracles.com. Or, learn more about the professional service and find a provider.OuaiDon’t miss your chance to get-a-OUAI this holiday season. Go to theouai.com for 15% off sitewide when you enter promo code BEAUTY15. EveryplateGet a meal for $1.49, plus $1 steaks for life by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code: 49breakingbeauty. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.Macy’sMacy’s is supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters now through December 24th. Give back and learn more at macys.com/purpose*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Nov 22, 2023 • 48min
From $12 to $49 Bucks, It’s Our #DamnGood, Bougie-on-a-Budget Gift Guide. Plus! A Sneak Peek at The Best Black Friday Shopping Steals
Welcome to our bougie-on-a-budget gift guide! We’ve scoured the beauty aisles for the coolest holiday prezzies that won’t break the bank – and trust us, we’d want these makeup and skincare finds ourselves. Plus, Jill and Carlene share their fave non-beauty holiday picks that are under $49 – from a strapless bra alternative that won’t let you down to a sweater-saving defuzzing gadget, and a duvet-like robe dupe that’s already gone viral.In this episode you’ll hear about:A new-fangled Sephora “Advent” calendar that *actually* makes senseVersed’s skincare gift set that boasts the viral GWP headband you’ve seen all over TikTok For the makeup junkie on your list, a fan-fave mascara quad for under $18, and a game-changing, lavender lash curler that’s sure to impressA slicked-back bun essential from the most coveted hair brand du jour, Emi JayIn partnership with Macy’s, our top Black Friday deals reco’s (Pssst! From now until Saturday, November 25, Macy’s online Black Friday event is saving you big on the essentials and gifts you’ve been waiting to snatch up all year. Visit macys.com for details.)Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! OuaiThere are so many OUAIs to save this holiday, thanks to the Cyber Week Sale at OUAI. Go to theouai.com for 20% off sitewide from November 22 to November 27 when you enter promo code BEAUTY15.Macy’s Mark your calendar for the 97th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! The parade will be live from NYC, on NBC and streaming on Peacock, Thursday, November 23rd, 9am-12pm in all time zones. For all of the fun details check out macys.com/parade!ConairIntroducing the new Curl Secret by Conair, your new favorite styling tool for effortlesscurls. It boasts customizable settings, multi-directional action and tangle-free tech – all at the push of a button. Shop Curl Secret by Conair, now available at all major retailers.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Nov 15, 2023 • 52min
Is the “Plastic Surgery Lite” Trend As Breezy As it Seems? “Mini” Facelifts, “Liquid” Nose Jobs & More With Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban
Buckle up. As host of Plastic Surgery: Uncensored podcast, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban is bringing his no-BS style of education to the pod. The Beverly Hills expert gets downright unfiltered about unregulated procedures, shammy practitioners and plastic surgery taboos, while offering up the sort of advice you’d want to know before going under the knife. This week, we go deep on the headlines surrounding “plastic surgery lite” – “mini facelifts,” non-surgical necklifts and “liquid” nose jobs that sound incredibly appealing – and maybe, just a little too good to be true.In this episode you’ll learn:The best way to find a reputable surgeon who’s going to give you the best possible resultsWhat is liquid rhinoplasty? Why it may not be the silver bullet it promises to be for most candidatesMini-facelifts: Whether minimally invasive lifts are as genius, and affordable in the long run, as they soundNecklift “lite”: Why none of the treatments marketed at so many offices are cutting it, according to Dr. RadyPlus, what’s the going rate for a facelift these days anyway?! Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! NutrafolTake the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING. Beyond MiraclesVisit beyond-miracles.com to learn more and find a provider. Use code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first Beyond Miracles order.HiSmileHiSmile is the global leading smilecare brand, providing smilecare solutions for every smile concern across whitening, brightening and everyday care. Check out their latest innovation - the viral hit, the V34 Colour Corrector Serum - aka purple toothpaste. Visit hismileteeth.com and use code SMILE for up to 50% off order.Macy’sThanksgiving is here! Get all the kitchen gear you need and don’t forget home décor. Order with Same Day Delivery, powered by DoorDash, pickup in store, or use curbside pickup at macys.comNatural Diamond CouncilNatural diamonds protect vulnerable wildlife species and bring prosperity to many less fortunate communities around the world. For more information, visit: naturaldiamonds.com.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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Nov 8, 2023 • 48min
The Ultimate #DamnGood Healthy Hair Guide: Buh-Bye Blow Dry Brushes, An $8 Smoothing Spray That Lasts For 3-Days (?!) Plus! A Girl Math-Approved, Designer Barrette
Learn about the hosts' personal hair journeys and their seven-step hair restore routine. Discover the secrets to silky, tangle-free hair in just 7 seconds. Find out why a TikTok-famous frizz-smoothing spray is worth a try. Explore the world of bond repair treatments and hear reviews of both luxe and drugstore options. Get tips on transitioning to 'Bronde' hair and maintaining hair health. Plus, discover the benefits of non-aerosol dry shampoos and how to achieve a bronze or brond shade.

Nov 1, 2023 • 47min
#DamnGood Hair Tools Special! Shark Vs. Dyson, “Air” Straightening and Thermal Brushes - We Put Them All to The Test. Plus! The Under $20 Styling Must You Need to Know
This podcast episode explores the comparison between high-end hair tools like Shark FlexStyle and Dyson Airwrap Multi-styler, as well as the growing trend of thermal brushes for soft, feathered waves. They also discuss the best curling iron, heatless rollers, and the damaging effects of certain hair tools. The episode covers various hair styling tools, their features, and suitability for different hair types. It concludes with a sneak peek into an upcoming episode about a save vs. splurge approach to healthy hair care.

Oct 30, 2023 • 39min
Bonus! 7 Ways to Future-Proof Your Skin (and Reverse Past Damage) According to Celebrity Esthetician Crystal Koro. Plus! We Tried The Latest K-Beauty- Inspired Pro Treatment That People Are Calling “Liquid Microneedling”
In partnership with our friends at Beyond Miracles, welcome to a bonus, uninterrupted episode with Celebrity Medical Esthetician, Crystal Koro. Owner of LA-based, Crystal Clear Skin & Beauty, Crystal has been dubbed “master aesthetician to the stars” by Popsugar, with a celebrity clientele that includes Eva Longoria, Olivia Culpo, Kylie Jenner – and even Drake!In today’s episode, we find out the most important skin habits to follow to help prevent premature aging in 20-something skin. Plus, we find out how to reverse past damage, whether you’re dealing with post-acne scarring, sun spots or deep-set wrinkles. Finally, we discover everything there is to know about the latest K-Beauty skincare sensation making waves in North America, a professional, clinically-proven treatment that’s been likened to “liquid microneedling,” Cellstory by Beyond Miracles. You’ll hear all about:“Liquid microneedling” – Carlene and Jill try Cellstory by Beyond Miracles, the born-in-Korea pro treatment that boasts microspear technology, microscopic liquid microneedles derived from freshwater-grown sponges to deliver ingredient penetration without numbing, blood or down timePreventative retinol – When is the ideal age to start using the gold standard skincare ingredient for smoother skin in your golden yearsChemical vs physical exfoliation 101 – How, and how often, to exfoliate for your skin type and why exfoliation is the key to skin goals successPillowcase cycling? Why the facialist swears by this technique, and the sleeping musts to invest in for clearer skinGadget queen – The mind-blowing face and body devices that Crystal uses both in-office and at home Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Beyond MiraclesGet skin beyond belief. Visit beyond-miracles.com and use code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first order. Unlike most treatments, CELLSTORY and MiracleTox can be used on active acne and has minimal downtime. CELLSTORY and MiracleTox’s Microspear technology is 20x finer than a micro-needling stamp, and suitable for all skin types.*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill DunnTheme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
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