

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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Sep 29, 2020 • 34min
Ep. 236: DIY Gel Manicures, the CROWN Act & The Week’s Beauty News
We share tips for doing a gel manicure at home and discuss how the U.S. is making progress on national legislation to prohibit race-based hair discrimination. Before that, Jess shares personal news, and we offer our take on the latest beauty headlines: an Estée Lauder serum is going into outer space, Gwyneth Paltrow is the face of Xeomin, Avon is launching a $1,200 perfume, the new season of Dr. 90210 features an all-female cast of plastic surgeons, and more. -- 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.

Sep 24, 2020 • 51min
Ep. 235: Joanna Vargas on How to Get Amazing Skin *Without* Needles
Aesthetician Joanna Vargas explains how to get amazing skin without cosmetic injectables (no judgment, they’re just not her thing). Learn about the benefits of LED therapy, radiofrequency treatments, serums, sunscreens, and dry-brushing. Plus, Joanna shares her favorite skincare products and all the advice she regularly gives celebrity clients like Mindy Kaling, Elisabeth Moss, Aidy Bryant, and Daniel Levy. -- 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.

Sep 22, 2020 • 34min
Ep. 234: Brow Lamination, the Truth About Silicone & The Week’s Beauty News
We’ve got all the details on brow lamination. Plus, a cosmetic chemist helps us get to the bottom of a beauty debate: Is silicone really that bad for your hair? And there’s lots of news to discuss, including the rise of e-girl makeup; magazine beauty award results; how your posture affects your dental health; why some people are addicted to sunshine; and more. -- 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.

Sep 17, 2020 • 57min
Ep. 233: How to Get Your Beauty Sleep with Dr. Michael Breus
The Sleep Doctor, Michael Breus, PhD, is here to help us sleep better—so we look (and feel) better! He shares sleep tips for boosting skin’s collagen levels, waking up without under-eye circles, and revving your metabolism. Plus, he tells us exactly how he helps his celebrity clients (Oprah Winfrey, Paris Hilton) improve their sleep and cure insomnia without drugs or supplements. -- 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.

Sep 15, 2020 • 40min
Ep. 232: The Future of Modeling, Tranexamic Acid & The Week’s Beauty News
Tranexamic acid could be skincare’s next big thing, but what is it? We’ve got answers. Plus, we discuss how the modeling industry is changing for the better, and share the latest beauty news: Sephora’s new president, cult-favorite The Ordinary foundations arrive in the U.S., hits and misses at TRESemmé, a new (vegan!) red makeup pigment, and details on how one U.K. salon’s search for a happy hairstylist went wrong. -- 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.

Sep 10, 2020 • 49min
Ep. 231: The *Real* Brazilian Beauty Secrets with Camila Coelho
Beauty blogger Camila Coelho opens up about Brazilian beauty stereotypes and the cosmetic surgery she’s gotten, then shares details on her new line, Elaluz; her DIY “sauna hair mask” (you don’t need a sauna to do it!); and how her world travels have informed her beauty philosophy. -- 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.

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Sep 9, 2020 • 47min
Ep. 230: Magnetic Lashes, Skincare Myths & the Week’s Beauty News
We reveal which magnetic lashes are the best—and how the heck they work—and discuss the latest beauty news: new launches from Selena Gomez, Kimora Lee, Lauren Conrad, Jennifer Lopez, Catherine Zeta Jones, and Mario Dedivanovic; the latest MAC Viva Glam campaign; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s inspiring words about the power of makeup; and zoo elephants taking CBD. Plus, we dispel myths about vitamin C and retinol in a segment brought to you by our friends at StriVectin (to learn more about their Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum, visit strivectin.com). -- 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.

Sep 3, 2020 • 35min
Ep. 229: How to Get Glowy Skin with Nam Vo (Replay)
Celebrity makeup artist Nam Vo (who works with Chrissy Teigen, Aimee Song, and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley) shares her secrets to #dewydumpling skin, and talks about THOT makeup, glow porn, and how she got her start working with exotic dancers. This episode features a new introduction and Raise A Wand segment, but the interview previously aired (episode 167). We’ll be back next week with all new episodes for the fall season! -- 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.

Sep 1, 2020 • 54min
Ep. 228: The Park Avenue Face with Dr. Andrew Jacono (Replay)
We’re taking a quick break before our new fall season begins next week. This episode features a new introduction and Raise A Wand segment, but the interview previously aired last year, as part of episode 157. It features plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Jacono, who talks about new facelift techniques, preventative Botox, the perils of too much injectable filler, and how he can tell which celebrities have had "work” done. Enjoy! -- 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.

Aug 27, 2020 • 50min
Ep. 227: Kim Kardashian West & Allison Statter on Friendship and their New Beauty Collection
Kim Kardashian West and Allison Statter discuss their friendship, their new KKW Beauty collection, early memories, secret pager codes, balancing work and motherhood, fascination with Marilyn Monroe and Princess Diana, beauty tips, friendship advice, and deep thoughts on Crocs, Madonna, and the best MAC lip pencil.