You’ve heard of the skin barrier, but what is it really? And how can you improve yours? We’ve got answers (in a segment sponsored by StriVectin). Plus, a dermatologist explains why earrings can be irritating—and what you can do about it. And there’s lots of beauty news to discuss: Sephora’s plans to combat racism in retail; the best beauty gadgets from the Consumer Electronics Show (CES); another ridiculous TikTok beauty trend; the Florida fragrance factory that smells so bad locals are filing suit; and more.
Below you’ll find a list to some of the people, topics, and products mentioned in this episode. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi), reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter, or via email (info@fatmascara.com). And please email us voice memos of your beauty questions and Raise A Wand favorites so we can share them on the show. You can also leave us a voicemail to be featured on a future podcast (our phone number in the U.S. is at 646-481-8182).
Beauty News:
Sephora released a study on racial bias in retail, and there’s an eBook on their findings
Garnier released a study of at-home hair color habits during quarantine
CES announces Innovation Awards for L’Oréal Water Save and Amorepacific’s Lip Factory by Color Tailor
Faking under-eye circles is the latest TikTok beauty trend
Lawsuit filed against Jacksonville fragrance factory for 'vile and sickening' odor
Your Skin Barrier*:
Strivectin’s Wrinkle Recode Moisture Rich Barrier Cream
NIA-114, Strivectin’s proprietary form of niacin
* This segment is brought to you by StriVectin, one of the sponsors that helps make it possible for us to bring you the podcast each week. Learn more about the brand at strivectin.com.
Earring Irritation:
Jess got advice from dermatologist Dr. Shari Marchbein|
Products to Use if Your Ears are Irritated from Earrings:
Aquaphor
Vaseline
Vaniply’s Vanicream
Mupirocin (need an RX! If you think you might need this, go see a derm)
You may also use Neosporin or Bacitracin, but some people have an allergy which could make irritation worse
Raise a Wand:
Lisa from Nashville: Suntegrity Natural Self Tanner
Jess: Payot Nutricia Baume Lèvres Cocoon (Lip Cocoon)
Jenn: Florence by Mills Hit Snooze Lip Mask