Ep. 476: Influencer Credibility, Recyclable Lotion Pumps & The Week’s Beauty News

Now that the hubbub of Mikayla Nogueira’s branded-content #mascaragate has settled, we’re taking a closer look at how influencer culture has changed (but maybe not so much?) since our days at print magazines and discussing how government *tries* to regulate advertising. Plus: P&G found a way to make lotion pumps recyclable; the Anastasia of Beverly Hills 25th anniversary party was basically Davos; lipsticks just got even more phallic; Happy Dance had its last dance; ad we Raise A Wand to a scalp serum, a scrubby body bar, and a drizzly olive oil.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Intro:
Here’s What Happened With All The Drama Surrounding Mikayla Nogueira's TikTok #Mascaragate
L'oreal Paris Telescopic Mascara

Beauty News:
Kristen Bell’s Happy Dance Shuts Down
Happy Dance Look Alive Eye Cream
Lilah B.
P&G patents recyclable pump
Inside the Anastasia Beverly Hills 25th Anniversary Celebration
Anastasia Beverly Hills - Perfect Brow Pencil - Soft Brown
Being Frenshe Renewing and Hydrating Shower Gel Soap with Niacinamide
Leave it to Isamaya Ffrench to Make the Most NSFW Lipstick We've Ever Seen
Isamaya Lips Water Balm 

Raise A Wand:
Megan from Chicago: First Aid Beauty Anti-Dandruff Scalp Serum with 2% Salicylic Acid
Jess: Atwater Clean Impact Cleansing Bar
Jenn: Graza Co. Squeeze "Drizzle" Extra Virgin Olive Oil

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Skincare Chemist Victoria Fu Confesses Everything

How do you decode a cosmetic ingredient list? How are researchers using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve skincare? Which skincare ingredients are completely pointless? Victoria Fu, the co-founder of Chemist Confessions, is here to answer all those questions and more. Plus, she tells us about an AI-discovered molecule that improves skin elasticity and explains how the digital era has made it harder to separate fact from fiction in the beauty world.  

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Victoria Fu
Gloria Wu
Chemist Confessions
Skinceuticals
Kiehl’s
Amyris
La Mer
Revela
Revela the Fibroquin Essence
Isehan Kiss Me Heroine Make Smooth Liquid Eyeliner
MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation Spf 15
Le Labo Santal 33 Eau De Parfum
Le Labo Another 13 Eau De Parfum
Trader Joe’s Crackling Citrus Green Tea Candle - Sadly No Longer Available 
Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment Gel

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Ep. 475: Ozempic Face, Couture Makeup & The Week’s Beauty News

A few years ago, faces were looking full (from all the filler?); these days the rich and famous look sculpted, “snatched,” and downright gaunt. It could be the popularity of Ozempic (a diabetes medicine that’s also prescribed for weight loss) and more people getting buccal-fat removal, but it’s also proof that cosmetic injectables follow trend cycles—just like makeup, hair styles, and clothes. Let’s discuss! Plus: party gossip from Jess’s Moda Operandi launch; the amazing front-row makeup looks (Doja Cat!) at Haute Couture Week in Paris; a helpful hair-mask tip; the rise of skincare machines; a listener’s super-hydrating shampoo; and two juicy lip balms we love.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Intro:
Moda Operandi
Oribe Hair Alchemy Strengthening Mask
Rahua Color Full Glossing Oil Mist

Beauty News:
How Doja Cat Got Her Look For The Schiaparelli Show
Courtney Love dazzles at Dior's PFW Men's show
Ep. 407: What It's Really Like to Paint a Celebrity Face with Daniel Kolaric
Those Weight Loss Drugs May Do a Number on Your Face
Amorepacific’s Cosmechip - Formulate Your Skincare at Home
Opulus
L'oreal Hapta

Raise A Wand:
Alexandra from Los Angeles: Milbon Smoothing Shampoo
Jess: C.O. Bigelow Rose Salve Tin
Jenn: Tower 28 Juicebalm Vegan Tinted Lip Balm

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Ep. 474: How Cosmetics Are Regulated, with Kelly Bonner

As an advisor to numerous clients in the beauty industry, trial attorney Kelly Bonner plays a part in America’s complex system of cosmetics regulation—and she’s here to tell us about it. What does “natural” mean when it comes to hair care? Is topical collagen improving skin the way customers think it is? These are just some of the questions currently up for debate in the courts, as Kelly explains. Plus, she tells us how beauty brands test for safety and try to ensure their marketing doesn’t mislead customers; what you can do if you’re unhappy with a product’s performance; how the regulation of cosmetics differs around the world; and the reason the F.D.A. once used a traveling sideshow (called The American Chamber of Horrors!) to advocate for consumer-safety laws in the early 20th century.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Kelly Bonner
Duane Morris
Face Paint: the Story of Makeup - by Lisa Eldridge
The Jungle - by Upton Sinclair
F.D.A. - Cosmetics
Sephora
Credo Beauty
Clinique Almost Lipstick - Black Honey 
Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat High Cover Radiant Concealer
Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer
Le Vernis Longwear Nail Colour 18 - Rouge Noir - the best Vamp substitute
Bioderma Sensibio H2o Micellar Water
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré
Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse Golden Shimmer Multi Usage Dry Oil 50ml
Tom Ford Fucking Fabulous Eau De Parfum
Serge Lutens Gris clair... Eau De Parfum
Simple Passion by Annie Ernaux

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Ep. 473: Throwback Lipsticks, Scandi Style & The Week’s Beauty News

How much frost is too much frost in a lipstick? All depends on how you wear it, we say. We’re swiping on some throwback lip shades, then discussing the latest beauty gossip: Makeup By Mario’s expansion; Lancôme’s Gen-Z play; Viktor&Rolf’s Flowerbomb bombshell; and Ole Henriksen’s Scandi collaboration. Plus: The Fat Mascara Fam did their homework! We’re sharing a listener’s favorite product for moisturizing hair and scalp product, plus a shine spray Jess loves and an “orbital” balm Jenn has been using incorrectly, to great success.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Intro:
Leonard Lauder’s “Lipstick Index”
Ep. 472 with Julian Reis
D.S. & Durga
L'oréal Paris Colour Riche Lipstick in Organza
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick - Toast of New York

Beauty News:
Makeup By Mario Receives Growth Equity Investment From Provenance and Silas Capital
Makeup by Mario Ultra Suede Sculpting Lip Pencil (Jenn's Shade Is Johnny)
Lancôme announces new face of the brand, the “American Gen Zer” Emma Chamberlain
Isabella Rossellini
Michelle Phan
Emily Ratajkowski Is the New Face of Flowerbomb
Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Eau De Parfum
Mugler Angel Eau De Parfum
Olehenriksen Teams up With Designer Anine Bing

Raise A Wand:
Melissa from New Jersey: Weleda Condition & Shine Hair Oil
Jenn: Make Beauty Orbital Balm Smoothing Eye Treatment
Jess: Rahua Color Full Glossing Mist

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Ep. 472: How Beauty Brands Maximize Social Selling, with Julian Reis of SuperOrdinary

Whether you’re a beauty enthusiast looking for the next great product or you work in the beauty industry, this interview with Julian Reis, CEO & founder of SuperOrdinary, is a must-listen. He talks about the future of beauty shopping and explains how his company connects brands (think: Olaplex, Nécessaire, Ouai, Farmacy, Milk Makeup) with influencers and KOLs (Key Opinion Leaders) in China who sell millions of products via livestreaming platforms such as XiaoHongShu, Douyin, Kuaishou, and Taobao Live. Plus, we talk about the trusted relationship people have with their favorite influencers; why the creator economy is changing; and how his company’s new tool, GalaGala, democratizes social selling so anyone—not just influencers—can make money if their friends or followers purchase a beauty product they recommend.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Julian Reis
SuperOrdinary
Skin Laundry
GalaGala
Shani Darden
Olaplex
Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector
Physicians Formula
Honest Beauty
Sunnies Face
Sephora
Ulta Beauty
Mecca
Estée Lauder Companies
L’Oréal
The Ordinary
Supergoop
Farmacy Beauty
Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Meltaway Cleansing Balm
Augustinus Bader
Augustinus Bader the Cream
MrBeast
Fanfix
TikTok
QVC
HSN
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics Spf 50 
Naked Sundays Collagen Glow 100% Mineral Sunscreen Spf 50+
Peter Thomas Roth Instant Firmx Temporary Eye Tightener
Tumi Alpha Slim Backpack
Watchbox

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Ep. 471: Tweakments, The FDA’s New Cosmetics Regulations & The Week’s Beauty News

Noninvasive “tweakements” like DiamondGlow facials, Morpheus8, and the Moxi laser are gaining popularity with people who say they’re “high maintenance to be low maintenance.” Meaning: Can getting some cosmetic procedures now mean less makeup, less skincare, and less upkeep in the long run? Let’s discuss! After that: The FDA’s authority over cosmetics regulations is expanding, there’s a correlation between drinking sugary beverages and hair loss, and Jenn geeks out in the science corner. Plus, a listener raises a wand to Lucine, a shop that sources beautiful accessories from around the world, and we are officially obsessed.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Intro:
Morpheus8, Moxi Laser and Other Tweakments Taking Over the Internet - the WWD article by Noor Lobad
Diamondglow Facials
Morpheus8 - Full Body Fractional Bipolar Radiofrequency Platform
Moxi Prejuvenation (Laser)
Next-Generation Body Contouring Airsculpt Technology
Dysport (abobotulinumtoxinA Injections)

Beauty News:
Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 Passes
Morphe Owner Forma Brands Files for Bankruptcy
Mielle Organics Joins P&G Beauty
Is It Okay for Me to Use Black Hair Products If I’m Not Black? - Jenn’s article in The Cut that touched on the Mielle Organics drama
Can Drinking 1 Soda a Day Really Increase Your Risk of Hair Loss?
How I’m Dealing With Alopecia - Ashley Tisdale’s story on the Frenshe blog
Being Frenshe Body Wash with Niacinamide
Regular Use of Vitamin D Linked to Fewer Melanoma Cases

Raise A Wand:
Anna from Minnesota: Lucine Handbags & Totes
Jess: Surrat Noir Lash Tint - Moda Operandi 
Jenn: Shani Darden Cleansing Serum

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Ep. 470: Setting Intentions with Tennis Star Sloane Stephens

Pro tennis player Sloane Stephens can find a hairstylist in any country, says candles are an essential travel item (she has one from Tom Ford with her at the Australian Open right now!), and knows how to stay moisturized when you’re taking five showers a day (which she often does). In this interview, we talk about her beauty routine and so much more: managing the stress of being a pro athlete, maintaining balance, and setting intentions for the year ahead.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Sloane Stephens
Sloane’s website
Tom Ford Fucking Fabulous Candle
Normatec Pulse 2.0 Leg Recovery System with Compression Massage Technology
Hyperice Hypervolt Go Massage Gun
Firefly Portable Recovery Device
Icy Hot Original Medicated Pain Relief Patch
Gel-X Nail Extension Kit
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunscreen Spray
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Mineral Face & Body Sunscreen Stick Spf 50+
Dr. Barbara Sturm Sun Drops Spf 50
Slip Silk Pillowcase - Standard/queen
Tom Ford Fucking Fabulous Eau De Parfum
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau De Parfum
Viktor & Rolf Bonbon Eau De Parfum

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Ep. 469: Jess’s Moda Operandi Edit, Ability-Inclusive Makeup Application & The Week’s Beauty News

Jess shares what she’s been working on since last summer, when she takes us through the “heroes and gems” from Moda Operandi’s new beauty vertical—including the dirty, sexy floral fragrance she’s been wearing since fall (and refusing to tell Jenn about until now). Before that, do tween boys need skincare? Plus, a new tool that helps people with limited mobility apply makeup; a tea for people with interstitial cystitis (IC); a dupe for Urban Decay’s legendary Y2K-era Litter nail polish; and a moisturizing serum (without hyaluronic acid!) that Jenn is obsessed with.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Intro:
High Garden Tea Bladder Releaf
interstitial cystitis
Moda Operandi

Beauty News:
Sydney Sweeney Is the New Face of Armani Fragrance
L’Oréal HAPTA: Enabling self-expression for beauty lovers with limited hand and arm mobility
Terri Bryant
Actress Julie Bowen and Executive Jill Biren Launch JB Skrub
After Launching in the Metaverse, Bakeup Beauty Debuts Palm Palette
Bakeup Beauty Palm Palette

Jess’s Moda Operandi Edit:
Jess’s Letter From The Editor on Moda Operandi

Raise A Wand:
Megan from Philadelphia: ILNP My Private Rainbow & Birthday Suit nail polishes
Jenn: Dr. Loretta Intense Replenishing Serum

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Ep. 468: Coloring Outside the Lines with Makeup Artist Peter Philips

In his first podcast interview ever, Belgian makeup artist Peter Philips reveals what goes on behind the scenes at Dior, where he serves as the creative and image director for Christian Dior Makeup. He tells us how to baby-step out of our makeup comfort zones and have more fun with color this year. He also shares the secrets to his creative process and stories behind some of the iconic fashion images he’s helped create. All that, plus Flemish lessons, gummi bears, and the one product models are always stealing from his kit.

Below you’ll find a list of 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 or TikTok 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).

Peter Philips
Christian Dior Makeup
Diorshow 10 Couleurs Eye Makeup: Mitzah Ltd Edition
Dior Backstage Glow Face Palette - 001 Universal
Dior Rouge Dior Lipstick - 720 Icône Velvet
Dior Rouge Dior Ultra Rouge Lipstick - 999 Ultra Dior
Mac Lip Pencil - Spice
Lucas Papaw Ointment

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