Ep. 515: Wolf Spiders, World Records & The Week’s Beauty News

We’re jumping right into 2024 with some new candles, and lots of news: Business moves for Jaclyn Hill, Dr. Dennis Gross, K18, and others; our thoughts on a new crop of celebrity spokespeople in beauty and fashion (hi, Jermey Allen White!); the truth about wolf spiders and Sol de Janeiro body cream; and a beauty world record attempt in Ghana. Plus, we want you to call us (646-481-8182) or email us (info@fatmascara.com) to suggest the next Raise A Wand homework: Tell us what specific type of product YOU’VE been looking for, and Jenn, Jess, and the Fam will help you find it. 

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:
Currently burning:
AERIN Madaket Geranium Candle
AERIN Rose de Grasse Candle
LELAND FRANCIS - Dirt Roads
NEST Birchwood Candle

News:
Jaclyn Hill Cosmetics Closing for the Foreseeable Future
Sol de Janiero Scents Attracting Spiders?
- Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
- Beija Flor Elasticream
- Bom Dia Bright Body Cream
Jessica Chastain is the new Face of True Botanicals
True Botanicals
Pamela Anderson Bare Face
Jeremy Allen White for Calvin Klein
K18 Bought by Unilever
Dr Dennis Gross Acquired by Shiseido
Check out the TikTok for the Guinness World Record for MOST Lipstick Applications!

Raise A Wand:
Listener Emily: BODYRESTORE Shower Steamers - Relief
Jess: REOME Active Recovery Broth
Jenn: MAKEUPBYMARIO SuperSatin Lipsticks! In Shades Broadway + 917 + West Village

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Best of FM: The Truth About “Active” Skincare with Cosmetic Chemist Victoria Fu

What makes a skincare ingredient “active”? How do you decode a cosmetic ingredient list? How are researchers using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve skincare? Which skincare ingredients are completely pointless? In this interview (our second most popular episode of 2023) 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. We’ll be back with all new episodes next week!

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
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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Best of FM: "Glowstopping" Skin Tips with Lord Gavin

Celebrity facial masseur Gavin McLeod-Valentine leads us through the face-massage technique he uses to prep clients like Cate Blanchett, Zoe Saldana, Maya Rudolph, and Lourdes Leon for the red carpet. In this episode (our most popular interview of 2023!) He shares the movie-ready story of his life and how he went from actor to publicist to unexpectedly giving Halle Berry an oxygen facial and finding his calling. We also talk about Madonna’s face, buccal-fat removal, cryo-sticks, LED lights, PRP, meditation, and how Augustinus Bader products helped him during his cancer treatment (one of the reasons he works with the brand). We’ll be back with all-new episodes next week!

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).

Gavin McLeod Valentine
Castillo Bataille - Halle’s hairstylist
Joanna Czech
Shani Darden
Joanna Vargas
Iván Pol

Products Gavin enjoys:
Opatra London facial devices
Angela Caglia Skincare Gold Cryo Facial Set
Georgia Louise Cryo Freeze Tools
Augustinus Bader the Rich Cream
Augustinus Bader the Cream
Augustinus Bader the Body Cream
Augustinus Bader the Cream Cleansing Gel
Augustinus Bader the Essence Exfoliating Toner
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen Spf 40
Mecca Cosmeticato Save Face Spf50+ Superscreen Oxybenzone Free Formula
Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Dew Complexion Drops
Kinetic Skin Toning Device
Higherdose Red Light Led Face Mask
Omnilux Contour Face Led Mask
Dr. Dennis Gross Drx Spectralite Faceware Pro
Higherdose Infrared Pemf Mat
Armani Acqua Di Giò Pour Homme

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The Annual Naughty & Nice (& Neutral?!) Special

We reveal the year’s biggest moments in beauty culture, and what we loved, hated, and (in some cases) still aren’t sure about. Let’s discuss how beauty influencers on TikTok affect girlhood, the age of Ozempic, celebrities without makeup, the year of fragrance, stunt perfumes, Barbie-mania, the slowdown of VC funding in beauty, brands that are getting weird, people who leave mean product reviews, the real cost of doing beauty work, and so much more. Happy New Year, everyone!

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).

Persons of Interest - Incense Stick
THE NEW SAVANT - Heatwave Candle

Check out our list of “Stunt Perfumes” from 2023
Elon Musk Burnt Hair
Blend No. 83 - The Espresso Martini Fragrance

Augustinus Bader - The Rich Cream
MARVIS Classic Mint Toothpaste
Andrea Maack - Coven
STARFACE Patches

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Perfumer Jérôme Epinette on the Secret to His Success

Fragrances for Harry Styles and Selena Gomez, Byredo best sellers, a signature scent for Chloë Sevigny, the iconic aroma of Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream—Jérôme Epinette, a perfumer for Robertet Group, has done it all. In this revealing interview, he shares what it’s like to develop perfumes for celebrities, how his creative process works, his favorite accords and notes, and the story behind some of his biggest career hits.

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).

Jérôme Epinette
Robertet Group
Régime Des Fleurs X Chloe Sevigny Little Flower Eau De Parfum
Byredo Bal D'afrique Eau De Parfum
Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
Byredo Rouge Chaotique Extrait De Parfum
yredo Animalique Eau De Parfum
Byredo Palermo
Armani Giorgio Men's Acqua Di Gio Eau De Toilette
CHANEL Coco Mademoiselle
Mugler Innocent Eau De Parfum
Mugler a*men Cologne
Chanel Platinum Égoïste Eau De Toilette
Giorgio by Giorgio Beverly Hills

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Ep. 514: Google's Dupe Tool, Meet Our Intern Emma & The Latest Beauty News

Our intern, Emma, takes a closer look at the Gen-Z obsession with skincare—and her on-the-ground reporting may surprise you. Before that, Jess identifies a white space in the fragrance industry; Google makes finding beauty dupes easier; and we question Pantone’s 2024 color of the year and discuss when (if ever) red lipstick isn’t appropriate. Plus, Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty launches fragrance; the FM Fam keeps zhuzhing, Jess tries a “lip water,” and Jenn tells you how to smell like a rich Italian.

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).

News:
Dupe Culture getting easier, thanks to Google
PANTONE announces the color of the year…. Peach Fuzz!
Selena Gomez expands Rare Beauty with new body care collection
- RARE Beauty Comfort Hydrating Body Lotion
- RARE Beauty Comfort Hydrating Hand Cream
- RARE Beauty Comfort Stop & Smoothe Aromatherapy Pen
Check out the NYT “Ask Vanessa” column - is there ever a time where wearing a red lip is inappropriate?
+ Check out Rachel Felder’s book, Red Lipstick: An Ode to a Beauty Icon
Continuing our convo on Gen Z and the craze of anti aging, we have our intern Emma on the pod! Why is Gen Z already worried about anti aging?
- Elta MD Tinted Sunscreen
- SUPERGOOP Glowscreen SPF 40

Raise A Wand:
Listener Emily adds to our zhuzh collection: AVEDA Control Force Firm Hold Hairspray + PATRICK TA Cream & Powder Duo (in She’s Baked) + MAKEUP BY MARIO Lip Liner (Travis)
Jess: LANO Golden Lip Water
Jenn: C.O. Bigelow Bergamont Body Wash

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Call Him Derm Daddy with Dr. Angelo Landriscina

We’re turning our parasocial relationship with dermatologist Angelo Landriscina, MD, into an actual relationship! The Derm Daddy, aka @dermangelo, holds forth on the state of skincare content on social media, his favorite products of the year, acne shaming, hair loss, adjusting to retinol, dank fragrances, and skin devices that aren’t worth your money. Enjoy!

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).

Dr. Angelo Landriscina, aka Dermangelo, aka Derm Daddy
Insta
TikTok
Youtube

Check out Derm Angelo’s current top skincare
- ROC Barrier Renew Gel-to-Foam Cleanser
- LA MER The Treatment Lotion
- SKINCEUTICALS C E Ferulic

+ Derm Angelo’s favorite scents of the moment!
- DIPTYQUE L’autre
- MAISON FRANCIS Grand Soir
- BYREDO Eleventh Hour

+ one of the best gifts he ever received
Philips 3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine

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Ep. 513: Festive Scents, Easy Press-On Lashes & The Week’s Beauty News

We recap a holiday party we attended, where Jenn encountered Jeremy Fragrance and Jess thought she walked in on a couple in flagrante delicto. After that: the top TikTok of the year involves makeup; the hottest holiday beauty gifts; hairdressers in West Africa who are offering clients mental-health help; news on an acne vaccine; and we Raise A Wand to more “zhuz” products. Plus, we talk to beauty expert Janene Mascarella about easy press-on lashes that work for everyone from beginners to experts (in a segment sponsored by imPRESS Press On Falsies).

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:
Jeremy Fragrance
The Maker Lover Eau de Parfum
The Maker Fire Eau de Parfum

News:
Check out one of the top beauty Tiktok’s of the year!
The top beauty holiday buys:
- SOL DE JANEIRO Brazilian Crush ‘62 Fragrance Mist + their Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
- STARFACE Pimple Patches
- FENTY Beauty Gloss Bombs
- GISOU Honey Infused Hair Oil
- LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask
- SAIE Glowy Super Gel
- GLOW RECIPE Watermelon Glow Dew Drops
- DAIRY BOY Sherpa Pouch
- RHODE Peptide Lip Treatment in Vanilla
Need Therapy? In West Africa, Hairdressers Can Help.
donate to the BlueMindFoundation!
Complete genome sequence of Cutibacterium acnes type II CCSM0331, isolated from a healthy woman’s skin
An acne vaccine?

Special Segment*:
Janene Mascarella
Beautify.tips 
B2B: A Beauty & Lifestyle Podcast Powered by Beautify.tips by KISS + BELLA Magazine
ImPRESS Press On Falsies - use the code FATMASCARA to receive 25% off all imPRESS Falsies products
* This special segment is brought to you by Acast Creative and imPRESS Press-On Falsies, the world's first pre-bonded press on lash applied underneath your natural lashes

Raise A Wand:
Listener: Victoria Beckham Beauty - Satin Kajal Liner - Sequin Green
Jess: ST. Rose - French Poetry
(we also mentioned ST. ROSE | Gypsy Cowboy)
Jenn: JERGENS Essential Oil Stick - Focus

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Women’s Media and Beauty Standards with Mia Freedman

Plastic-surgery shaming, the ways celebrities gaslight us, cancel culture—Mia Freedman, co-founder of the Australian media network Mamamia, is here to talk about all of it. We chat with the writer and podcaster about beauty standards; how the evolution of media has affected women; being a “skincare slut”; lip stains that actually last; the hot holiday gifts this year; and so much more. 

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).

Mia Freedman
MAMAMIA
+ Check out Mia’s latest book, Work, Strife, Balance

Mia’s current beauty favorites:
SKIN ROCKS - Retinoid 1 + Retinoid 2
TATCHA - Rice Wash Skin Softening Cleanser
ALPHA H - Balancing Cleanser
AUGUSTINUS BADER - The Rich Cream
L’Oreal Paris - Very Matte Lip Crayon - A Little Chili
Sephora Collection Lip Blush Blotted Matte Lipstick
MOLECULE 01 Eau de Toilette

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Ep. 512: Unhinged Perfume Reviews, “Zhuzh” Products & The Week’s Beauty News

Tell us what product you only pull out for the holiday parties—we’re calling these special-occasion beauty items our zhuzh (or “jeuje” or “zhoosh”?) products. Before that, we chat about Guido Palau’s new hair line for Zara; Jennifer Lawrence and Kylie Jenner discussing how makeup can make it seem like you had plastic surgery; Gen-X and Boomer (and Gen Alpha!) influencers; a collection of fantastically unhinged Fragrantica reviews; the powder palette that makes everyone’s skin look better; and cringey TV.

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).

News:
Zara introduces new hair makeup! GLITTER IN GOLD
Weight Watchers new beginning
Kylie Jenner x Jennifer Lawrence Interview Mag
Hung Vanngo
The rise of the Gen X Baby Boomer Influencer
Fragrantica and the unhinged poetry of perfume reviews + Check out the Fragrantica website
- CREED - Royal Oud
- GIVENCHY - Ange Ou Demon Eau de Parfum
- Kiehl’s Original Musk
- VERSACE | Men's L'homme Eau de Toilette
- 4711 Cologne
- Lolita Lempicka Perfume
ItSmellsCrazyinHere Insta
Check out the Anna Sui Twinkling Eye Glitter for the holiday season

Raise A Wand:
Listener: Half Magic & Rituel De Fille - two brands with some soul!
RITUEL DE FILLE Inner Glow Cream - EROS
RITUEL DE FILLE | Rare Light Crème Luminizer
Jenn: The Curse - your holiday TV show binge?
Jess: HOURGLASS Ambient Unlocked Palette - Jess has Color Palette #1 in the Jellyfish compact

+ Take a peek at the FM Fam Homework: Lip Balms that Actually Last

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