Fat Mascara

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 a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Twitter: @fatmascara; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To Leave a Voicemail & Be Featured on a Future Episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 the future will smell like. -- This episode is brought to commercial-free by Firmenich, a leading business-to-business company operating primarily in the flavors and fragrances market, involved in the research, creation, manufacture and sale of perfumes, flavors and ingredients. To learn more about Firmenich and the 2020 Mind Nose + Matter REGENERATION themed trend report, please visit: https://regeneration.firmenich.com and @FirmenichFine. #RegenerationReset #FragranceIsCulture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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’re all invited! More details at fatmascara.com/moroccanoil. -- 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: @fatmascara; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To Leave a Voicemail & Be Featured on a Future Episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Twitter: @fatmascara; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To Leave a Voicemail & Be Featured on a Future Episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 becoming more inclusive of people with visible and invisible disabilities. -- 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: @fatmascara; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To Leave a Voicemail & Be Featured on a Future Episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Gorham, founder of Byredo, reveals how his unique background as a Swedish basketball player ties into creating emotionally resonant perfumes. He discusses the transformation of the scent industry over the past decade and emphasizes that luxury can be inclusive. Listeners will hear about Byredo's exciting new makeup collaboration and the cultural significance of scent, highlighting how it connects deeply with memories and personal experiences, making fragrance an art form in itself.

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: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Twitter: @fatmascara; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To Leave a Voicemail & Be Featured on a Future Episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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: fatmascara.com/blog; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Twitter: @fatmascara; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To Leave a Voicemail & Be Featured on a Future Episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 & Notes: fatmascara.com/blog; Our Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Twitter: @fatmascara; Email: info@fatmascara.com; To Leave a Voicemail & Be Featured on a Future Episode: 646-481-8182. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fashion designer Jenna Lyons discusses her move from J. Crew to the beauty industry and her new beauty line LoveSeen. Topics include her beauty philosophy, manufacturing faux lashes, favorite beauty products, and thoughts on the state of fashion and beauty today.