Ep. 93: Luxury of Time

Happy new episode, Fat Mascara Fam! This week, we've got the woman behind Jo Malone London's fragrances: Céline Roux. Before we interview her about what it takes to make a gorgeous perfume, there's news to discuss. First up: As the beauty world continues to promote products with the help of influencers and women and men with actual, real values, opinions, and followings (not just nameless models), sticky situations abound (see this past week's controversy surrounding L'Oréal U.K.'s model Amena Khan). We discuss the situation—and want to hear what you think, too (tweet us!). After that, we recap the Indie Beauty Expo in L.A., including some of our favorite new discoveries, and talk about the masking trend that isn't going anywhere. 

Below are links to the products, brands, and people mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Indie Beauty Expo L.A.
BeautyX
Natch Beauty - An amazing podcast with Jackie Johnson; check it out!
Source Vital
Ellie Bianca
Dermaflash
Beneath Your Mask
Le Prunier
Vintner's Daughter
Joon Saffron Hair Elixir Oil
Yes To!
Yes To Tomatoes Detoxifying Charcoal Paper Mask Beauty Box (a great value—it says so on the box!)
Yes To Triple Masking: Hydrate/Detox/Calm
Estée Lauder Pure Color Envy Lipstick
Jo Malone London Wood Sage & Sea Salt
Jo Malone London Basil Neroli
Aveda Be Curly Style Prep
Bumble and bumble Curl Style Defining Creme
La Mer Crème de la Mer
La Mer The Renewal Oil
Tom Ford Eye Defining Liquid Liner Pen
Jo Malone London Green Tomato Leaf Candle

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P.Y.T. (the restaurant in L.A.)
Bäco: Vivid Recipes from the Heart of Los Angeles
Krisitn Ess The One Signature Hair Water

Ep. 92: All the Makeups

This week we interview makeup artist (and self-proclaimed product hoarder) Fiona Stiles, who has made up everyone from David Bowie and Madonna to Lily Collins, Gabrielle Union, and Kirsten Dunst. She gives advice on how to shrink your ever-growing makeup collection (warning: it requires cutting up precious lipsticks), discusses why she doesn't use hair product, and directs us to her online store Reed Clarke for all of her makeup faves. Before that, we talk about an article in WWD explaining why some women (see: Sonia & Fyza Ali, Jelena Peric) get plastic surgery to look like Kardashians, discuss how hard water affects your hair, and listen in as Jess shares a new concealer hack she learned. 

Below are links to the products, brands, and people mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Malibu C Hard Water Wellness Shampoo
Malibu C Just Add Water Kit
Ouidad Water Works Clarifying Shampoo
Mizani Phormula-7 Neutralizing & Chelating Shampoo
Joico K-Pak Clarifying Shampo
Joico K-Pak Reconstructor (the deep conditioner Jenn mentioned)
L'anza Healing Pure Clarifying Shampoo
Tsubota Pearl Queue Perfume Stick Roller
Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint
Tata Harper Illuminating Moisturizer
Daiso Pill Cases
Charlotte Tilbury 'K.I.S.S.I.N.G' Lipstick in Nude Kate
Skyn Iceland Blemish Dots
Hollybeth Organics Rose Geranium Face Moisturizer
Byredo Rose Noir Eau De Parfum

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Farmacy Honey Butter Beeswax Lip Balm
ApotheCARE Essentials The Restorer In-Shower Oil

Ep. 91: Sex In A Bottle

If you're a fragrance fanatic, get ready to swoon! On this week's episode, we interview Frederic Malle, an expert fragrance evaluator and the visionary behind Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle, a fragrance house that puts perfumers (not celebrities or fashion labels) in the spotlight. Before the chat, Jess discusses Pat McGrath's latest makeup launch and some secrets the makeup artist shared with her at a recent event. The girls also talk about some of the side effects of cosmetic fillers and the new UV Sense patch from La Roche-Posay.

Below are links to the products, brands, and people mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Pat McGrath's dermatologist: Dr. Norman Orentreich
Pat McGrath's facialist: Danuta Mieloch at Rescue Spa
Pat McGrath's skincare must-have: Biologique Recherge P50
Jess's dermatologist: Dr. Patricia Wexler
(FYI: If you want to be grossed out by a rare side effect caused by improper cosmetic filler injection, then you can Google Image search vascular occlusion)
Frederic Malle Musc Ravageur
Frederic Malle Carnal Flower
Frederic Malle Angelique Sous La Pluie
Frederic's personal fragrances: Geranium Pour Monsieur, Monsieur, Vetiver
Tom Ford for Men Anti-Fatigue Eye Treatment
Frederic Malle Vetiver Extraordinaire Shave Cream
Frederic Malle After Shave Balm

#RaiseAWand
Frank Body Lip Scrub
Kristofer Buckle Exposure Matte Warming Powder

Ep. 90: I Literally Prayed

Jamie Kern Lima, CEO and founder of IT Cosmetics—and QVC queen—joins us this week to talk about how she used her own skin troubles as inspiration for her brand, the struggles of launching a startup, and what it's like to lunch with Oprah  (yeah, we're jealous too). Before that, we recap Jess's dreamlike trip to Lush Cosmetics' Upper East Side Spa; Jenn speculates if mud really does help your skin; and Tahirah Hairston asks the question, "Is exfoliation better than sex?" in Lenny. We have thoughts. 

Below are links to the products, brands, and people mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Charlotte Tilbury 'K.I.S.S.I.N.G' Lipstick in So Marilyn
Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow Face Primer
Lush Cosmetics Spa
IT Cosmetics Superhero Liner
Kat Von D Tattoo Liner
Urban Decay Perversion Waterproof Fine-Point Eye Pen
Tom Ford Traceless Foundation
Charlotte Tilbury Instant Look In A Palette: 5 Minute Face
Ahava Time to Hydrate Active Moisture Gel Cream
Ahava Mineral Hand Cream
Lenny Letter "A Non-Sensible Guide to Winter Hibernation: Give Up Sex, and Exfoliate"
HoMedics Silicone Body Cleansing Brush
Herbivore Botanicals Coconut Soak
IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye
Kerastase Hair Serums
IT Cosmetics Cc+ Your Skin But Better Cream Foundation
IT Cosmetics Celebration Foundation
IT Cosmetics Brow Power Universal Eyebrow Pencil
IT Cosmetics Superhero Mascara
IT Cosmetics Je Ne Sais Quoi Lip Treatment
Stella McCartney Eau De Parfum
Atelier Cologne Clémentine California Cologne Absolue Pure Perfume
Nest Fragrances Holiday Classic Candle

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Almay Liquid Lash Extenders Mascara
Jin Soon Flapper Collection

Ep. 89: Full Face Beat

Cosmopolitan.com's beauty director Carly Cardellino joins us this week for a 2017 wrap up. We hear about the best performing stories—well, videos—of 2017 on Cosmo.com, why it was the year of glitter, and even get some predictions for what trends will be big in 2018. On a personal note, Carly also shares her fitness tips, how she made major career moves, and her all time favorite products (including a mascara that she recommended to Sir John and that he now uses on Beyoncé!).

Before that, there's a discussion about Pat McGrath Lab's new line of merch; whether exercise actually helps your skin; and Daniel Martin's makeup tricks for "boosting vitality" when you're feeling sick. Below are links to the products, brands, and people mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Pat McGrath Clothing Line
Clark's Botanicals Deep Moisture Mask
Neosporin Original Ointment
Kleenex Pocket Packs Facial Tissues
Shadowbox
Cosmo.com Glitter Butts
Watch As Miss Fame Completely Slays This Look
Sweat with Bec
Christophe Robin Moisturizing Hair Cream
R+co Wall Street Strong Hold Gel
Glossier Haloscope
Glossier Invisible Shield
It Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream
Clé de Peau Cream Blush
Beauty Blender
Rodial Glamolash Mascara XXL
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in Pillowtalk
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick in English Beauty
Bobbi Brown Luxe Lipstick in Parisian Red
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Lips Liquid Lipstick in Screen Siren
Jeffree Star Redrum Lipstick
Dior Rouge Dior Couture Color Lip Color in 999
IsaDora Nude Cushion Foundation
Wander Beauty Dualist Matte and Illuminating Concealer
Commodity Fragrance in Gold

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Marc Jacobs Beauty Le Marc Liquid Lip Crayon
Herbivore Pink Cloud Rosewater Moisture Creme

Ep. 88: Bouncy Bouncy Skin

On the show this week is Vicky Tsai, founder and chief treasure hunter of Tatcha, a beauty brand inspired by Japanese Geishas. Vicky takes us through her journey of developing Tatcha: from learning the centuries old secrets of the Geishas' perfect skin, solving her own skin problems, and selling her engagement ring to start her brand—talk about commitment. 

Before that, Jess and Jenn discuss their favorite tips that take them from day to night this holiday season; how virtual reality and beauty are meshing together; and the best ways to detangle long hair. Below are links to the products, brands, and people mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder
Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow
BaubleBar
Samsung X NYX VR Experience
Karen Sarahi Gonzalez (@iluvsarahii)
Mykie (@mykie_)
Kristen Leanne (@kristenxleanne)
Wet Brush
Lush Sunny Day Anti-Static Hair Detangler
Johnson's No More Tangles Detangling Spray
Tatcha Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers
Tatcha One Step Camellia Cleansing Oil
Tatcha The Silk Cream
Tatcha Kyoto Red Silk Lipstick
Tatcha Classic Rice Enzyme Powder
Tatcha The Essence
Tatcha The Water Cream
butter LONDON Yummy Mummy Patent Shine Nail Lacquer
Essie Nail Color in Go Go Geisha
Drybar Texas Tea Volumizing Spray
Ardell Natural Lash Black 110
Lisa Eldridge How To Apply False Lashes Tutorial
Crystal Body Deodorant
Jo Loves A Fragrance Painbrush: White Rose & Lemon Leaves

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Benefit Cosmetics Boi-ing Industrial Strength Concealer
Girl Undiscovered Under the Waterfall Crystal Cleansing Water

Ep. 87: C'est Génial!

This week, Sylvie Chantecaille, founder of (you guessed it) Chantecaille, talks about her start with Diane von Furstenberg, launching Prescriptives, her ultra chic signature line, and how she uses luxury beauty to make the world a better place for bees, lions, elephants, and more.  

Also on this episode: Jess and Jenn discuss Pantone's color of the year, Ultra Violet; the rising K-beauty trend "glass skin"; and how to donate those new and used products you've been hoarding this holiday season. Below are links to the products, brands, and organizations mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Pantone Color of the Year 2018
Erborian Glow Crème Illuminating Face Cream
Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow
Charlotte Tilbury Highlighter Wand: Hollywood Beauty Light Wand
Ciaté London Dewy Stix Luminous Highlighting Balm
The NYC Shoebox Project
Downtown Women's Center
Chantecaille Anti-Pollution Line
Chantecaille Flower Harmonizing Cream
Chantecaille Lip Chic in Calla Lily
Leonor Greyl Masque Fleurs de Jasmin Nourishing Hair Mask

#RaiseAWand
Lion Leg Relax Cool Gel Patch
Beauty Pie Wondercolour Nail Polish in Black Cherry Bomb

 

Ep. 86: Commitment to Glamour

This week we have the fabulous (not to mention hilarious) Kristofer Buckle on the pod. As a celebrity makeup artist, Kristofer has worked with everyone from Blake Lively to Mariah Carey, and he has some crazy stories to share (think: how to dolphin-proof Mariah Carey's makeup). He also gives us some genius tips for adjusting your makeup as you age. And you should definitely follow his advice because this guy is 49 but looks like he's 27!

Before that, we discuss discontinued hair products, Racked.com's article about all the swag (and waste) that beauty and fashion editors receive, and those white bumps that often form on the skin around your eyes (it's everyone's friend milia!). Below are links to the products, places, and brands mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Sally Hershberger Glam Waves Style Shaper
Aveda Elixir Discontinued Daily Conditioner
Nexxus Keraphix Conditioner
The Body Shop Banana Truly Nourishing Shampoo
The Body Shop Banana Truly Nourishing Hair Mask
Awapuhi Wild Ginger Moisturizing Lather Shampoo
Paul Mitchell Original Awapuhi Shampoo
Kristofer Buckle Stunt Double Liquid Eyeliner
Scotch-Brite Non-Scratch Scour Pad
Decleor Aromessence Ylang Ylang
Clarisonic Brush
Kristofer Buckle Brow Champion Brow Enhancing Duo
Kristofer Buckle Warming Powder
MDNA Skincare
Four Seasons Hotel George V
Dorchester Hotel

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Lush Cardamom Coffee Fragrance
Electric Ink Tattoo Skincare Vibrancy Serum

Ep. 85: Hair Is Hair

On this episode, we chat with celebrity stylist Vernon François about about all things textured and natural hair, how he fell in love with hairstyling (hint: it has to do with mops), and some of the biggest challenges he's had to overcome, such as growing up with dyslexia and red hair. He drops major wisdom about your strands—and just life in general. You must check out the Teen Vogue video in which he thanks his dyslexia and his photo in Thomas Knight's Red Hot 100 photo book and ongoing exhibition.

Before that, we test out Kim Kardashian West's Crystal Gardenia fragrance on our new—still unnamed—fragrance -sniffing segment (email us to suggest a name for it!) ; give advice on how to reduce the appearance of stretch marks; and discuss how to clean gross-looking hairbrushes. 

Below are all the products, people, and brands mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to shoot us a hey!) feel free to reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or by email (info@fatmascara.com).

Dr. Manjula Jegasothy 
a cocoa butter we like that might help with stretch marks: Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula massage cream
Harry Josh Hairbrushes
Brush Cleaning Comb
Mirai Deodorizing Hair Brush Liner
KKW Crystal Gardenia Fragrance (FYI: There are two other versions we didn't discuss: Crystal Gardenia Oud and Crystal Gardenia Citrus) 
Dior Oud Elixir Précieux
Creed Fragrances
Youth to the People skincare
Vernon Francois Mist Nourishing Water
Vernon Francois Microfibre Towel (it's body sized!)
Vernon Francois Silk Cap (aka the bonnet)
Vernon Francois Overnight Repair Treatment Oils

#RaiseAWand
Oribe Geometric Gold Plated Hair Stick
Disney x Kiehl’s Collection For A Cause

Ep. 84: If You Don't Know Oud

We get schooled in all things scent this week. Erika Shumate, co-founder of Pinrose, gives us the deets on how her company creates the accessible, millennial-focused scents. There's a Pinrose perfume for everyone, and they even have a little quiz online (Jess has taken it 4 times) that helps you discover what scent is right for you.

Also in this episode: Jenn's experience at Glossier's SoHo fragrance pop-up shop; Bellafill an injectable filler that can last up to 5 years and help with acne scars; and how beauty editors actually test out products (Jenn and Jess are judges for this year's Indie Beauty Expo Best In Show Awards).

Below are all the products, places, and brands mentioned on the show. If you have any questions (or just want to shoot us a hey!) feel free to reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or by email (info@fatmascara.com).

Glossier You
YSL Popup Shop
Bellafill
Pinrose Sun Saint
Pinrose Gilded Fox
Pinrose Pillowtalk Poet
Pinrose Cuddle Punk
Pinrose Garden Gangster
Pinrose Merry Maker
Pinrose Secret Genius
Batiste Fragrance Dry Shampoo
KLORANE Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Extra Strength Daily Peel
By Terry Cover Expert Foundation
Shiseido Translucent Pressed Powder
Dolce & Gabbana Glow Bronzing Powder
theBalm Brow Pow Eyebrow Powder
Maybelline Great Lash Mascara
Dior Diorshow Mascara
Clé de Peau Beauté Under-Eye Concealer
Nvey Eco Cosmetics Moisturizing Mascara

#RaiseAWand
Sisley Black Rose Cream Mask
Mally Invisible Light Illuminating Stick