

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 11, 2019 • 29min
Ep 173: Jess & Jenn’s Big Life News (and Fashion Week!)
It’s just us this episode, but we’ve got lots to discuss: some personal news, the appropriate age to start wearing makeup, our favorite beauty looks from New York Fashion Week, and more.Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 3, 2019 • 1h 4min
Ep 172: Throwback Epsiode! Makeup Artist Kristofer Buckle
Makeup Kristofer Buckle is one of our favorite (and most hilarious) interviews, so we thought it was worth giving it another spin! Buckle gets real about his humble beginnings to touring the world with star clients like Mariah Carey. Expect unfiltered makeup advice—Buckle isn't afraid to be blunt (and that's why we love him). We'll be back next week with a fresh episode! Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 27, 2019 • 45min
Ep 171: Ask a Cosmetic Chemist: Ron Robinson
Cosmetic chemist and founder of BeautyStat Ron Robinson answers your biggest questions about all things ingredients, from clean beauty to essential oils and where to find unbiased product info online. This is a must-listen for anyone who is serious about skincare! Before that: We discuss our SPF pet peeve and the pros and cons of dermaplaning. Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 2019 • 46min
Ep 170: How Many Foundation Shades Does the World Need?
Chemist Balanda Atis, the head of L'Oréal's Multicultural Beauty Lab and Face Lab, talks about how she develops foundation formulas and expands shade ranges, the myth of makeup "oxidation," and the secret to a great mascara. Plus, we salute Intern Tiff on her last show and discuss Disney beauty collabs for grownups. Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 13, 2019 • 43min
Ep 169: This Podcast May Save Your Life with Dermatologist Dr. Deborah Sarnoff
Dermatologist Dr. Deborah Sarnoff shares her SPF knowledge, debunks sun protection myths, and discusses the importance of getting regular skin checks. Other topics include pale blotches on older individuals, weird things removed from people's bodies, choosing the right sunscreen, maintaining white hair, and the glitch in the matrix

Aug 6, 2019 • 59min
Ep 168: Acupuncture Explained
Dr. Shari Auth, co-founder of WTHN, helps demystify the world of Chinese medicine, from acupuncture to herbs. She also shares her tips for getting more zen, even if you can't make it to her buzzy NYC studio. (PS: Her voice may be the most soothing we've ever had on this podcast. Prepare to bliss out.) Before that, we discuss a cool new body treatment, the (surprising) results of the Harper's Bazaar Real Beauty survey, and what to do about bug bites.Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 30, 2019 • 44min
Ep 167: Dewy Dumplings (!) with Makeup Artist Nam Vo
Celebrity makeup artist Nam Vo (who works with Chrissy Teigen, Aimee Song, and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley) talks about her job at a strip club, how to get #dewydumpling skin, THOT makeup, glow porn, and so much more. Plus, beauty travel tips and Jenn's cure for bumps on your butt.Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 23, 2019 • 54min
Ep 166: Disrupting the Manicure
Olive & June CEO and founder Sarah Gibson Tuttle shares tricks for DIY-ing your mani, explains how to find an ethical nail salon, and offers invaluable advice to budding entrepreneurs. Before that: thoughts on Lady Gaga’s new makeup line and the beauty world's butt wars (really).Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 16, 2019 • 53min
Ep 165: Redness, Rosacea, Face Dandruff & All the Weird Stuff
Dr. Francesca Fusco teaches you how to "search and destroy" all your skin issues (redness, rosacea, angiomas, seborrheic dermatitis) and shares her favorite skin rejuvenators, like PDO thread lifts and the product one of her patients calls "Jesus in a bottle." Before that, we discuss solutions for dry toenails, the disappearance of the world's frankincense, and California's law banning discrimination based on one's hairstyle.Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 9, 2019 • 1h 14min
Ep 164: Chaz Dean & the No-Poo Revolution
Chaz Dean, founder of Wen Hair Care, talks about his journey from hair assistant to one of the most successful—and recognizable—names in beauty. Chaz discusses his game-changing hair philosophy, life as a public figure, as well as the most difficult period in his career. Before that: We review a new custom face cream, unpack the EU's "clean beauty" crackdown, and discuss the strange politics surrounding body makeup. Want more Fat Mascara?Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInstagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jennedit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.com Website: fatmascara.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.