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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Jan 5, 2017 • 51min
Ep 43: Wende Zomnir of Urban Decay
Urban Decay founder Wende Zomnir manages to appeal to punk rockers, bloggers, cougars, basics, and well...everybody. We ask her how she does it, while still keeping her edge. But first: Let's talk pollution-proof skincare; the state of the mega-salon; and the St. Ives lawsuit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 22, 2016 • 45min
Ep 42: BuzzFeed Editor Essence Gant Predicts Beauty Trends
BuzzFeed beauty editor Essence Gant predicts beauty trends for 2017, discusses the innovative beauty subscription service Beauty Pie, shares makeup tips and techniques for a natural look, talks about popular beauty trends and hacks from social media, discusses recent fashion collections and trends, and talks about personal preferences in fragrance and beauty products.
Dec 15, 2016 • 41min
Ep 41: Not Today Satan with Drag Queen Bianca Del Rio
Drag queen Bianca Del Rio is here to throw some shade, explain why surgical adhesive is in his makeup kit, and tell us about his new miniseries on Logo. Before that, let's talk about makeup sponges, get fired up about "post-Trump" haircuts, and find out why Jenn's mole disappeared. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 8, 2016 • 49min
Ep 40: Purple Mist with Jo Malone of Jo Loves
Smell that? Its fragrance legend Jo Malone— here to tell us about her new book, the Jo Loves brand, and how she creates perfume using all her senses. We also have some deep thoughts on what age is the right age to start wearing makeup, the "French Face," and holiday candles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 2, 2016 • 36min
Ep 39: Dr. Pimple Popper
Dr. Pimple Popper, a dermatologist specializing in blackheads, cysts, and lypomas, takes us into her weird world. The hosts also share their favorite drugstore mascaras and discuss the fascination with pimple popping videos. The emotional impact of skin conditions and the competitiveness of dermatology as a specialty are also explored.
Nov 24, 2016 • 39min
Ep 38: Tattoo Artist Virginia Elwood
Lets all give thanks to tattoo artist Virginia Elwood, who takes us behind the scenes of the fascinating (and sometimes intimidating) world of tattoos. Plus, thoughts on micellar waters, why Bill Gates is getting involved in the fragrance industry, and some day-to-night makeup tricks to get everybody through holiday party season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 17, 2016 • 41min
Ep 37: How Estée Lauder Deals with Counterfeit Makeup
Topics discussed include combination hair, politicians with fragrance lines, protecting intellectual property in the beauty industry, a million dollar settlement, and Estée Lauder's fight against counterfeit makeup.
Nov 10, 2016 • 41min
Ep 36: One of Us with Emily Kate Warren
Emily Kate Warren went from reporting on the looks to creating them: She now works as a pro makeup artist and hair stylist in Los Angeles. Emily tells us about life on both sides of the biz, as well as her women's creative collective, boxcar+muse. Before that: Press trip field notes; men and makeup; and the deal on "activated" charcoal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 27, 2016 • 50min
Ep 35: A Pail of Diamond Dust with Tata Harper
We are going green for Halloween! Beauty entrepreneur Tata Harper is here to tell us about her natural skincare line, the coyotes on her farm, and the Tata way to apply blush. Plus, we share what we'll be doing on Oct 31, discover a surprising cause of back pimples, and find out what's hiding under long nails. Scary stuff! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 22, 2016 • 47min
Ep 34: The Lashes Chose Me
Mary Schook, aka The Beauty Fixer, introduces us to crazy skincare products from around the word (liquid micro-needles! silk worm cocoons!). Plus, How Botox gets made, thoughts on colored contacts, and our Refinery 29 Beauty Innovator nomination! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
