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.
Episodes
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Jun 2, 2017 • 49min
Ep 63: Absurd Amounts of Makeup with Parodist @lowcheekbones
Caroline Solomon, Instagram Famous as @lowcheekbones, shares her makeup-removal technique. Topics include nose-blindness, getting a facial, and CVS's decision to stop selling sunscreens lower than SPF 15.
May 18, 2017 • 42min
Ep 62: Streicher Sisters Kristie, Jenn, and Ashley of Striiike
Kristie, Jenn, and Ashley Streicher bring their beauty expertise to the podcast. They discuss apple cider vinegar benefits, facial fitness, tattoo removal, wedding planning with Zola, and their beauty studio in LA. They also delve into their family dynamics as business partners.
May 11, 2017 • 53min
Ep 61: President of the Fragrance Foundation Elizabeth Musmanno
Fragrance Foundation president and girl boss Elizabeth Musmanno is here to share insider secrets of the perfume industry. Plus, Jenn & Jess go down on the farm with Mary Kay, dream about Martha Stewart's new skincare line, and share tips for recovering from nail gels and chipped polish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 4, 2017 • 51min
Ep 60: It's Kind of Nerdy with Dermatologist Dr. Joshua Zeichner
Got zits? Let Dr. Joshua Zeichner take the wheel. He came by to talk all things acne, like at-home hacks and how to use retinol. Before that: We talk vloggers worth watching; how to prolong your dye job; and beauty's fun new collabs—grab your popcorn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 27, 2017 • 25min
Ep 59: Mercury in Retrograde with Jess & Jenn
It's just Jess & Jenn this week, but there's much to discus: post-Coachella thoughts on age-appropriate body bling; nude lipstick that won't make you look dead; and, finally, "Are spa treatments the new therapy?" Discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 20, 2017 • 50min
Ep 58: 50 Shades of Pink with French Makeup Artist Violette
Rebel makeup artist Violette shares her French girl beauty secrets, like how to pull off lived-in liner or get "sex hair." Before that: We talk toner, The Fragrance Foundation awards, and Gwyneth Paltrow's trick for getting grounded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 13, 2017 • 53min
Ep 57: Gift of Gab with Makeup Artist Laura Geller
Makeup artist Laura Geller is here to share crazy stories from her 20 years in the business—and tells us why her "baked" makeup goes on like a dream. Before that, Jess shares sage wisdom she got from a major(!) beauty boss, Carol Hamilton, Group President of L'Oréal Luxe USA. Plus, Jenn tells the tale of an epic makeup rivalry, and we offer up fragrance tips from our Annick Goutal event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 6, 2017 • 49min
Ep 56: Pretty Privilege with Editor Phillip Picardi of Out and Teen Vogue
Phillip Picardi, the digital editorial director of Allure and Teen Vogue (and a former beauty editor!), discusses gender and body politics, how writing about beauty has changed in the past few years, and growing up as a makeup-loving boy. Before that, we get deeeeep, with real talk on salon tipping, the dark and spiritual world of Dr. Bronner's soap, and Jess's (two) breast-reduction surgeries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 31, 2017 • 40min
Ep 55: Jelly Texture with Alicia Yoon of Peach & Lily
Alicia Yoon, CEO of Peach & Lily, talks about the Korean beauty trend and the rise of K-beauty. They also discuss the celestial beauty trend, bar soap versus body wash, and the use of animal byproducts in the beauty industry. They highlight a company called Virtue for those concerned about animal welfare, and mention Clean the World and a long-lasting blush from Flower Beauty.
Mar 23, 2017 • 29min
Ep 54: Our Birthday Celebration with Jess & Jenn
It's our one-year anniversary! We're doing things a bit differently this episode. First, we go to Saved Tattoo so Jenn can get some Fat Mascara-inspired ink. After that, we share how we broke into the beauty biz (you asked, we answered!). Plus, we take a look back at our favorite moments on the show so far. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
