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Mar 12, 2025 • 42min

Ep. 569: Pat McGrath 2.0, What Greenpoint Smells Like & The Week’s Beauty News

What would a fragrance inspired by your town or neighborhood smell like? Call and let us know: 646-481-8182. Jess & Jenn got the idea to ask you all after discussing Bond No. 9’s new Gerenpoint perfume. We’re also chatting about Pat McGrath’s appointment to La Beauté Louis Vuitton; the polarizing beauty look at Prada’s runway show; writer Ottessa Moshfegh’s high-fashion collaboration; eyebrow issues after Fraxel; Lush’s latest social activism; the best body wash and lotion for sensitive skin; and a quick (zero plastic!) solution for facial hair. Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog/ep-569Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1379751Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsorsPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandTikTok & Instagram: @fatmascara, @jenn_edit, @jessicamatlin + contributors @garrettmunce, @missjuleeSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation: text us or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 or email info@fatmascara.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fatmascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 7, 2025 • 49min

How Dianna Cohen Turned A Hair Obsession Into Crown Affair

Crown Affair’s hair products are in the bathrooms (and kits) of so many people who love and work in the beauty industry. How did that happen? Founder Dianna Cohen is here to explain. She shares lessons she learned working on some of the hottest “millennial” brands of the 2010s (Into The Gloss, Away, Outdoor Voices, Harry’s); why marketing isn’t the most important part of building a brand; the difference between hair *care* and hair styling; and why she thinks clips, scrunchies, and combs should be as elegant looking as your other accessories. Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog/dianna-cohenProducts mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1359696Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsorsPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandTikTok & Instagram: @fatmascara, @jenn_edit, @jessicamatlin + contributors @garrettmunce, @missjuleeSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation: text us or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 or email info@fatmascara.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fatmascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 5, 2025 • 57min

Ep. 568: Makeup-Skincare Hybrids, Aromatherapy At Work & The Week’s Beauty News

Lots of new products (Versed, Rhode, Glow Recipe, Naked Sundays, etc.) claim to be your skincare and makeup in one, but do they really live up to the hype? Jenn hashes it out with Julee. Before that, Julee shares the backstory of a recent cover story she wrote and explains how she ended up modeling for InnBeauty Project’s new campaign. Plus, we’re talking about a perfumed computer mouse, essential oils that will make you feel more alert, a drugstore cleanser that feels like a DIY facial, and the best-selling cleansing oil in South Korea.Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog/ep-568Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1349213Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsorsPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandTikTok & Instagram: @fatmascara, @jenn_edit, @jessicamatlin + contributors @garrettmunce, @missjuleeSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation: text us or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 or email info@fatmascara.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fatmascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 28, 2025 • 51min

The Benefits of Bathing Culture with Robert Hammond

From saunas and jimjilbang to hammams and temazcales, bathing rituals exist in almost every culture around the world—but they’re still not a regular part of many people’s lives. Robert Hammond, the co-founder of New York City’s High Line and president of Therme Group US, wants to change that. He discusses the history of bathhouses in the modern United States, and explains their physical, social, and spiritual benefits. Plus, he tells us about his favorite spots to soak, steam, and plunge and shares an evolving, community-focused vision for the future of bathing culture.Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog/robert-hammondProducts mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1329548Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsorsPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandTikTok & Instagram: @fatmascara, @jenn_edit, @jessicamatlin + contributors @garrettmunce, @missjuleeSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation: text us or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 or email info@fatmascara.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fatmascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 26, 2025 • 1h

Ep. 567: Listeners on Sephora Tweens, Animal Testing & The Week’s Beauty News

The Fat Mascara family is part of the show this week! Jess & Jenn share listener voicemails discussing Sephora birthday parties and tweens wearing makeup. We also talk about proposed legislation in California to ban the sale of “anti-aging skincare” to children. Plus, why is the FDA insisting that sunscreens in America should be tested on animals? We’ll discuss that, as well as Jess’s recent adventure with Fraxel, eyeliners for your (dark) chocolate brown years, and two delightful lip treats.Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog/ep-567Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1321546Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsorsPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandTikTok & Instagram: @fatmascara, @jenn_edit, @jessicamatlin + contributors @garrettmunce, @missjuleeSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation: text us or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 or email info@fatmascara.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fatmascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 21, 2025 • 54min

Celebrity Facials, Lymphatic Massage & More with Aesthetician Vanessa Marc

What do Zendaya, Hailee Bieber, Cardi B, and Sara Sampaio have in common? They’ve all put their faces (and bodies!) in the hands of aesthetician Vanessa Marc, the founder of Vanessa Marc Studio in New York City. She joins us to talk about why models and celebrities love her treatments, the special needs of melanin-rich skin, the benefits of lymphatic massage and Colombian wood therapy tools, and her favorite products and techniques. Plus: Why we should all be getting a massage after a long airplane flight.Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog/vanessa-marcProducts mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1303921Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsorsPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandTikTok & Instagram: @fatmascara, @jenn_edit, @jessicamatlin + contributors @garrettmunce, @missjuleeSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation: text us or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 or email info@fatmascara.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fatmascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 19, 2025 • 59min

Ep. 566: Lotion P50 Drama, Big Hair, B Corps & The Week’s Beauty News

Listeners are buzzing about the discontinuation of Biologique Recherche’s P50 Lotion, with alternatives in the spotlight. The hosts discuss teen attitudes towards celebrity beauty brands and emerging hair trends inspired by the 1980s. Topics shift to the ethical implications of B Corp statuses, and a humorous take on doctors using Ozempic for weight loss. A listener question sparks a DIY lymph-massage tool recommendation, as well as budget-friendly dupes for luxury products, blending beauty advice with innovative ideas for sustainability.
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Feb 14, 2025 • 33min

French Girl Beauty with Violette Serrat

Makeup artist Violette Serrat, the founder of Violette_FR, makes the je ne sais quoi of French Girl beauty and style accessible to everybody. She shares her rebellious approach to makeup, the homeopathic skin drops she uses, why skin needs to rest, the key to good “sex hair,” and why eyeshadow looks better when it’s “slowly dying.” This interview originally aired in 2017 and has been re-edited and includes a new introduction. Episode recap (with links to look up your medical providers' credentials): fatmascara.com/blog/violette-serratProducts mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1276941Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsorsPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandTikTok & Instagram: @fatmascara, @jenn_edit, @jessicamatlin + contributors @garrettmunce, @missjuleeSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation: text us or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 or email info@fatmascara.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fatmascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 12, 2025 • 45min

Ep. 565: Drugstore Beauty Shopping, Hair Salon Etiquette & The Week’s Beauty News

Explore the peculiar trend of kids celebrating birthdays at beauty stores! Discover why drugstore beauty shopping can be a letdown and get tips on switching hair stylists without guilt. Delve into Estee Lauder's recent layoffs and the nostalgic return of iconic figures like Paulina Porizkova. Learn about innovative products, like NFC-enabled manicures and glycolic acid as a deodorant alternative. Plus, enjoy a light-hearted take on home decor for cat owners and the awkwardness of discussing personal hygiene.
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Feb 7, 2025 • 1h 3min

Hidden Dangers of the Med Spa Industry with Dr. Kate Dee

Are you risking your health at unregulated med spas? Dr. Kate Dee, author of Med Spa Mayhem and owner of Glow Medispa in Seattle, reveals the shocking truth about America's aesthetic clinics. In this episode, she explains how to identify if a med spa is operating legally; the risks of unregulated treatments; and how lasers, cosmetic filler, microneedling, and IV treatments can go wrong. Plus, she shares her vision for improving industry standards. Tune in to learn how to protect yourself and demand better from the med spa industry.Episode recap (with links to look up your medical providers' credentials): fatmascara.com/blog/dr-kate-deeProducts mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1245591Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsorsPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandTikTok & Instagram: @fatmascara, @jenn_edit, @jessicamatlin + contributors @garrettmunce, @missjuleeSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation: text us or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 or email info@fatmascara.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/fatmascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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