

Fat Mascara
Jennifer Sullivan & Jessica Matlin
Beauty journalists Jessica Matlin and Jennifer G. Sullivan have insider access to the industry and they’re not gatekeeping. On Wednesdays, they talk candidly about beauty news, cultural trends, and the latest products and treatments. On Fridays, they get their high-profile guests to open up about their relationship to Beauty Culture and the inner workings of the industry. Join the duo that pioneered the beauty podcast for a smart, funny, totally unfiltered discussion of all things beauty on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 27, 2021 • 39min
Ep. 296: Help for Droopy Eyelids & The Week’s Beauty News
If you have tired, sleepy-looking eyes, we’ve got help! We’re taking a closer look at a new prescription eye drop for ptosis (drooping eyelids) and sharing other tricks to give saggy lids a lift, including a genius makeup tip that really works. Plus, lots of news to discuss: the trouble with doctors on TikTok; a new trend called “lip wings”; paying for Botox with Bitcoin; important sunscreen news for summer travel; Lizzo’s partnership with Dove to fight digital photo distortion; and more. -- For a list of products featured in this episode: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 22, 2021 • 32min
Ep. 295: Happy Earth Day + Interview (Replay) with Michelle Wong of Lab Muffin
We've got a quick announcement about Earth Day and our virtual party, then it's on to the interview (a replay): Lab Muffin creator and science educator Michelle Wong, PhD, is going to change the way you think about beauty products. Together, we take a closer look at the clean-beauty movement, discuss the racist and colorist history of skin-lightening products, discuss how to evaluate user reviews for authenticity, and learn how to avoid confirmation bias so we can be better beauty consumers. -- To register for our Earth Day party on April 22 (tonight!) at 8 PM EST: fatmascara.com/davines; For a list of products featured in this episode: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 20, 2021 • 31min
Ep. 294: Join Us for an Earth Day Party! + Interview (Replay) with Caroline Hirons
We’re hosting a virtual Earth Day party this Thursday and we want to tell you all about it (It’s free! And there's an amazing gift for all attendees!). After that, we’re replaying an interview with one of our favorite guests, Caroline Hirons. The skincare expert, aesthetician, and best-selling author gives us her no-nonsense take on “clean” beauty, INCI lists, the Environmental Working Group (EWG), the beauty industry patriarchy, myths about pores, acid solutions, hyaluronic acid, and so much more. Plus, she shares the correct order to apply your skincare and some of her favorite products. -- To register for our Earth Day party on April 22 at 8 PM EST: fatmascara.com/davines; For a list of products featured in this episode: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 15, 2021 • 49min
Ep. 293: All About Soap with Chris Buckley of Bradford Soap Works
You'll never look at a bar of soap the same way again after listening to this episode. Chris Buckley, the executive vice president of customer experience for Bradford Soap Works, explains how soap is made, why some bars feel more luxurious than others, and what on earth a "syndet" bar is (and why dermatologists love them). Also, Buckley gets into the soap world's impact on the environment, and how companies' and consumers' choices have an impact on the state of our planet. All this, and lots more bubbly trivia! -- For a list of products featured in this episode: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 13, 2021 • 33min
Ep. 292: Solid Shampoo Bars & The Week’s Beauty News
We’re joined this week by our intern/Southern correspondent Valerie, who kicks off the episode with her favorite product—a skincare tonic that keeps her skin bouncy as a Squishmallow. This week’s big topic: solid shampoo bars. We know they’re good for the environment, but how do you actually use them? Prepare to be surprised, because we’ve been doing it wrong this whole time. Before that, loads of beauty news to discuss: Estée Lauder Companies is winding down Rodin Olio Lusso; Kim Kardashian is getting into the skincare game; Jen Atkin partners with e.l.f. Cosmetics; Justine Bateman gets real about aging; and Guerlain offers a simple way you can help the bees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 8, 2021 • 43min
Ep. 291: The Future of Skin Cancer Treatment with Dr. Orit Markowitz
Dermatologist Dr. Orit Markowitz discusses the future of skin cancer treatment, including non-invasive advancements. The podcast covers topics such as identifying cancerous moles, the effects of blue light on the skin, and the misconception surrounding skin cancer prevention. Dr. Markowitz also talks about the importance of educating healthcare professionals on new tools and methods for skin cancer treatment and diagnosis.

Apr 6, 2021 • 31min
Ep 290: Retinol Body Lotions & The Week’s Beauty News
Learn about the benefits and usage of retinol body lotions. Discover the latest news in the beauty industry, including a possible ban on cannabis in beauty products and a new vitamin C serum. Discuss Gwyneth Paltrow's sunscreen-application technique. Explore the rise of body retinols and get recommendations for specific products. Conclude the episode with information on how to contact the hosts and mention of sponsors.

Apr 1, 2021 • 47min
Ep. 289: How Makeup Can Be Therapeutic with Euphoria Makeup Artist Doniella Davy
Film and television makeup designer Donni Davy explains how embracing makeup improved her mental health and shares how her background in art and photography informed her creative process for Euphoria, The Underground Railroad, Moonlight, and other projects. Plus, she shares tricks for doing “grown-up” versions of Euphoria's most popular makeup looks and tips for getting out of a beauty rut. -- For a list of products featured in this episode: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 30, 2021 • 29min
Ep. 288: How We Talk About Fragrance & The Week’s Beauty News
Floral, woody, fresh, fruity…Oriental? We spoke to fragrance experts who say it’s time to update the way we talk about and classify perfumes. Before that, lots of news to discuss: A new tubing mascara from Blinc; SkinStore estimates how much we'll spend on skincare in a lifetime; why radiant skin makes you look up to three years younger; advancements in the deregulation of the braiding industry; and a new study that shows a link between topical steroids and osteoporosis. -- For a list of products featured in this episode: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 25, 2021 • 53min
Ep. 287: The Truth About Hair Products with Sister Scientist
Can you become immune to a shampoo? Is silicone really that bad? Do you actually need a heat protectant? Cosmetic chemist Erica Douglas, aka @SisterScientist, is here to answer all those questions, demystify the confusing world of hair products, and share some of her favorite stylers, treatments, shampoos, and more. -- For a list of products featured in this episode: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Episode recap: fatmascara.com/blog; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.