The #deinfluencing trend is a way for your favorite beauty gurus to reassert their authority—at least according to researchers at Cardiff University. We’ll explain and share our thoughts on the beauty world’s latest viral conversation. Plus: plaintiffs in a new lawsuit allege that Olaplex causes hair loss; hairstylist Jen Atkin has a new line of hair tools and accessories; Astier de Villatte created historically accurate perfumes with the help of an anthropologist; and Jenn is unsettled by cosmetic dermatology in the metaverse and Microsoft’s eerie Bing AI chatbot. Then, let’s Raise a Wand to Pedestrian Project’s ($12!) foot cream, a Creamsicle-flavored lip balm, and a luxurious, oil-infused body-care line from British Columbia.
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Intro:
De-influencing: how online beauty gurus get followers to trust them by posting negative reviews
Beauty News:
Women claim in a lawsuit they lost hair after using Olaplex
Jen Atkin Releases Hot Tools as Part of New Brand
Mane by Mane Addicts Triple Ripple Jumbo Hair Waver
Mane by Mae Addicts Zig Zag Headband
Girl Talk game
Astier de Villatte revives the perfumes of ancient Egypt and Rome
Astier De Villatte Artaban, Le Die Bleu, and Les Nuits
Cosmetic dermatology: Metaverse a ‘highly effective environment'
Why a Conversation With Bing’s Chatbot Left Me Deeply Unsettled - NY Times
Raise A Wand:
Listener Micole (Jenn’s sister-in-law!):
Pedestrian Project Walker's Cream
Pedestrian Project Cracked Heel Repair
Jenn: Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment
Jess: Sangre De Fruta Garden of Earthly Delights Botanical Hand Wash
Sangre De Fruta Head of Roses Botanical Shampoo
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