Ep. 239: Busting Beauty Stereotypes with Hairstylist David Lopez

Why do hair brands sell different products to men and women? How can we make the beauty world less intimidating? And why is everyone so scared of styling mousse? Hairstylist David Lopez has answers to those questions and more. Plus, he shares his technique for creating effortless waves on (almost) any hair texture, the best concealer for men and makeup novices, and behind-the-scenes secrets from the Queer Eye casting process.

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).

David Lopez
Ashley Graham
Queer Eye
Jonathan Van Ness
Ulta Beauty
Kenra
Maybelline
David’s Waves 101 Hair Tutorial - Jess is obsessed with this video!
Kenra Signature Style Heat Cast Spray
Kenra Signature Style Heat Block Spray
Kenra Volume Mousse Extra 17
Biologique Recherche P50 Lotion, the 1970 version
Matthew Miller - David’s facialist
CosMedix Mystic Hydrating Treatment - David’s must-have facial mist
Tarte Creaseless Concealer
Bare Minerals BarePro 16-Hour Full Coverage Concealer - David’s favorite for men or first-time makeup users
Maybelline Dream Urban Cover Flawless Coverage Foundation Makeup, SPF 50
Levain Bakery - David’s favorite cookies
City Cakes - his other favorite cookies
”Sissy That Walk” - song by RuPaul

Raise A Wand
Jenn: Selena Gomez Rare Beauty Liquid Blush Grace
Jess: Lark & Ives Âme - Amber Bergamot Candle

Ep. 238: Getting Naked, Skin Tightening & The Week’s Beauty News

We’re baring it all this week! We talk about why being naked is still taboo and answer a listener question about what happens to your body after weight loss and how you can tighten or remove excess skin. Plus, lots of beauty news to discuss: Issa Rae’s involvement with Sienna Naturals; HBO Max’s documentary about the beauty industry; the All Black Everything summit; Biden Beauty; and a Demeter perfume that smell’s like “puppy’s breath.”

Below you’ll find links 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).

The Week’s Beauty News:
The All Black Everything Summit features beauty experts including AJ Crimson, Delina Medhin, and Derick Monroe
Actress Issa Rae becomes co-owner of hair brand Sienna Naturals
HBO Max announces an investigative docu-series about the beauty industry called Not So Pretty
Is Joe Biden the next big beauty influencer?
Demeter Fragrances has a new perfume called Puppy’s Breath
Demeter Puppy’s Breath Cologne Spray, $15

Why Is Nudity Taboo?:
Gwyneth Paltrow’s birthday suit birthday pic
”A Danish Children’s TV Show Has This Message: ‘Normal Bodies Look Like This’” - more info on Ultra Strips Down, the Danish television show Jenn mentioned

Skin Tightening After Weight Loss:
Dr. Andrew Jacono - the plastic surgeon Jess spoke with
Ultherapy
BodyTite

Raise A Wand:
Mystery Listener: Nécessaire The Hand Cream
Jess: Renée Rouleau Mint Renewal Cleanser
Jenn: Flamingo Light Hydrating Spray

Ep. 237: Fashion Designer Jenna Lyons on Her Move to Beauty

Fashion designer Jenna Lyons opens up about leaving J. Crew after 27 years and explains how being born without brows—and with very few lashes—has affected her beauty philosophy. In a revealing conversation, we discuss LoveSeen, the new beauty line she co-created with makeup artist Troi Ollivierre; how faux lashes are manufactured; her favorite beauty products; why her son won’t let her switch perfumes; and her thoughts on the state of fashion and beauty today.

Below you’ll find links 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).

J. Crew
LoveSeen
Troi Ollivierre
LoveSeen Cate Lashes in Black - the set Jenn wore
Duo Lash Glue (Dark Tone)
Aida Bicaj - the facialist that introduced Jenna to Biologique Recherche
Biologique Recherche P50 Lotion
Dior Airflash Spray Foundation
The Row
Wonder Valley Hinoki Body Oil
Creed Silver Mountain Water - Jenna’s signature scent
Cle Cosmetics Melting Lip Powder
Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Color
Kaja Cheeky Stamp Blendable Blush
Kosas
Ilia Beauty
Graeter’s Mocha Chocolate Chip Ice Cream - Jenna’s most indulgent snack
Karyn Lyons - the painter Jenna mentioned

Raise A Wand:
Jenn: Drunk ElephantD-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops
Jess: Garnier Green Labs Canna-B Pore Perfecting 3-in-1 Face Wash + Exfoliator + Mask

Ep. 236: DIY Gel Manicures, the CROWN Act & The Week’s Beauty News

We share tips for doing a gel manicure at home and discuss how the U.S. is making progress on national legislation to prohibit race-based hair discrimination. Before that, Jess shares personal news, and we offer our take on the latest beauty headlines: an Estée Lauder serum is going into outer space, Gwyneth Paltrow is the face of Xeomin, Avon is launching a $1,200 perfume, the new season of Dr. 90210 features an all-female cast of plastic surgeons, and more.

Below you’ll find links 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).

Intro:
Janetta Lion Heart - we say goodbye to a queen
Crabtree & Evelyn

Beauty News:
Gwyneth Paltrow is now the face Xeomin
Estée Lauder is sending Advanced Night Repair into outer space
Woke Up Like This Beauty used Anne Frank’s legacy to promote liquid blush
Avon launches a $1,200 fragrance
Dr. 90210 premieres with an all-female cast of surgeons

DIY Gel Manicure:
Le Mini Macaron One-Step Gel Manicure - Jenn loves the Cherry Red shade

The CROWN Act:
More info on the campaign to pass the CROWN Act
H.R. 5309 - the bill we discussed

Raise A Wand:
Ryan from North Carolina: ELEMIS Superfood Cica Calm Hydration Juice
Jenn: Hyram’s YouTube channel
Jess: Orthokey - it helps her take out her Invisalign

Ep. 235: Joanna Vargas on How to Get Amazing Skin *Without* Needles

Aesthetician Joanna Vargas explains how to get amazing skin without cosmetic injectables (no judgment, they’re just not her thing). Learn about the benefits of LED therapy, radiofrequency treatments, serums, sunscreens, and dry-brushing. Plus, Joanna shares her favorite skincare products and all the advice she regularly gives celebrity clients like Mindy Kaling, Elisabeth Moss, Aidy Bryant, and Daniel Levy.

Below you’ll find links 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).

Here’s what we talked about with Joanna:
Baby Quasar Skincare Therapy Device
Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite EyeCare Pro
Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpotLite Acne Treatment Device
Renée Rouleau - one of Joanna’s skincare besties
Joanna’s Tips for Dry Body Brushing
Joanna explains her radiofrequency treatment
Strangelove - Joanna loves this fragrance line created by Helena Christensen
Ilia Natural True Skin Serum Foundation
Ilia Limitless Lash Mascara
Kevyn Aucoin The Precision Brow Pencil
Ilia Illuminator Organic Highlighter - Joanna calls it her “glow stick”
Christian Dior Body Cream - Joanna loves this in the Sakura scent
Joanna Vargas Uper Nova Serum
Joanna Vargas Daily Serum
Joanna Vargas Rejuvenating Serum
Supergoop! 100% Mineral Invincible SPF 45 Setting Powder
Lip Smackers Lip Gloss Coca-Cola Flavors Party Pack
Tinkerbell Kids’ Makeup - remember this? Jezebel does!
Salt & Straw Ice Cream - Salted Caramel is Joanna’s favorite

Raise A Wand:
Jess: Fraxel, which she got from Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank
Jenn: La Colombe Corsica Dark Roast - Jenn has a delivery subscription (!)
Aeropress - this is the thingamajig Jenn’s husband, Eric, uses to make fancy-pants coffee

Ep. 234: Brow Lamination, the Truth About Silicone & The Week’s Beauty News

In this week’s Tuesday episode, we’ve got all the details on brow lamination from Giselle Soto. Plus, cosmetic chemist Trefor Evans helps us get to the bottom of a beauty debate: Is silicone really that bad for your hair? And there’s also lots of news to discuss: the rise of e-girl makeup; magazine beauty award results; how your posture affects your dental health; why some people are addicted to sunshine; and more.

Below you’ll find links 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).

In the Intro:
Invisalign - if Jess sounds funny, this is why! Buckle up….she’s on a 30-tray journey:)
Lowenberg, Lituchy & Kantor - Jess’s dentist
Fraxel
RealSelf reviews of Invisalign

Beauty News:
The e-girl makeup search is trending
U.K. moves to ban plastic surgery ads around children’s content
It’s magazines beauty award season. Use these links to check out the winners from:
• Allure
• Shape
• Better Homes & Garden
• Tatler
• InStyle
And these are the products that received beauty awards from multiple magazines, according to our very unscientific review:
• L’Oréal Paris False Lash Bambi Eye Mascara
• Essie Expressie Quick-Dry Nail Polish
• CeraVe Cream-to-Foam Hydrating Cleanser
Skincare With Hyram - FYI: Hyram is a fan of CeraVe
“A Dentist Sees More Cracked Teeth. What’s Going On?” - dentist Tammy Chen wrote this for the New York Times—with tips!
Sun addiction may have a genetic component

Brow Lamination:
Giselle Soto
Benefit 24-Hour Brow Setting Gel
soap brows trend

Silicone in Hair Products:
more info on silicone - this is a blog from former guest Michelle Wong, aka LabMuffin (Ep. 215). (FYI: Jenn didn’t actually see this post until after the podcast was recorded but, as you’ll notice, it aligns with what she learned from the cosmetic chemist she interviewed.)
Trefor Evans

Raise A Wand:
Lauren in Miami: Liz Earle Hot Cloth Cleanser
Jenn: Paul Mitchell Lavender Mint Curl Refresh Foam - great for fine wavy and curly hair, but not quite a replacement for Sally Hershberger Glam Waves Style Shaper
Jess: Honest Beauty Gloss-C Lip Gloss

Ep. 233: How to Get Your Beauty Sleep with Dr. Michael Breus

The Sleep Doctor, Michael Breus, PhD, is here to help us sleep better—so we look (and feel) better! He shares sleep tips for boosting skin’s collagen levels, waking up without under-eye circles, and revving your metabolism. Plus, he tells us exactly how he helps his celebrity clients (Oprah Winfrey, Paris Hilton) improve their sleep and cure insomnia without drugs or supplements. 

Below you’ll find links 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).

The Sleep Doctor
Sleep Success Podcast
The Sleep Success episode with Paris Hilton
The study Dr. Breus mentioned, where participants evaluated attractiveness of sleep-deprived people
Yogasleep sound machines (Jess loves their Dohm white noise machine)
Restflix
”Quarendreaming: Why Your Pandemic Dreams and Nightmares are so Weird and Intense—and What to do About it” - from Dr. Breus’s blog
Night Food Ice Cream - the Cherry Eclipse falvor is Dr. Breus’s favorite
Yogasleep Dohm Sleep Machine - this is Jess’s white noise machine (she’s obsessed!)
Ebb Sleep CoolDrift Luxe: Drug-Free, Cooling Headband - the cooling therapeutic device that helps you sleep better

Raise A Wand
Jess: Burger King Impossible Whopper
Jenn: Phillip Kingsley Elasticizer (she also mentioned her favorite at-home hair dye kit: dpHUE Root Touch Up Kit in Medium Brown)

Ep. 232: The Future of Modeling, Tranexamic Acid, & The Week’s Beauty News

On this episode, we’re talking about tranexamic acid: Could it be skincare’s next big thing? We’ll tell you all about it. Plus, we discuss how the modeling industry is changing for the better, and share the latest beauty news.

Below you’ll find links 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 has a new president
The Oridnary’s foundations are now available in the U.S., at Ulta.
TRESemmé is under fire for a racist ad that appeared on the Clicks website
TRESemmé is also sponsoring a scholarship for Black hairstylists. (You can apply for the Future Stylists Fund here.)
Givaudan Active Beauty launched a new (began!) red makeup pigment made from a radish
A salon in England was (mistakenly) told it couldn’t advertise a job seeking a “happy” hairstylist

Tranexamic Acid (TXA):
More info on tranexamic acid and how it treats melasma
More info on TXA from Byrdie
Curology customized skincare (NOTE: Curology is a podcast sponsor this month, but this segment was not an ad and this is not an affiliate link)
The Inkey List Tranexamic Acid Might Treatment
Skinceuticals Discoloration Defense
Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum
Clinical trial underway: Topical 5% Tranexamic Acid as a Treatment for Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation Due to Acne Vulgaris
Clinical trial underway: Oral and Topical Tranexamic Acid for the Treatment of Melasma
The FDA explains the difference between drugs and cosmetics

The Future of Modeling:
The Gucci Beauty ad starring Ellie Goldstein
Zebedee Model Management
“Meet the model agency fighting body fascism” - article in The Guardian

Raise A Wand:
Listener (and makeup artist!) Bianca Pal: Bkr bottle & Kosas Tinted Face Oil
Jenn: Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask - the gummy bear flavor Jenn likes is sold out, but Jess likes the vanilla!
Jess: Oral-B Glide Pro Health Dental Tape - will take care of all your quinoa situations!

Ep. 231: The *Real* Brazilian Beauty Secrets with Camila Coelho

Beauty blogger Camila Coelho opens up about Brazilian beauty stereotypes and the cosmetic surgery she’s gotten, then shares details on her new line, Elaluz; her DIY “sauna hair mask” (you don’t need a sauna to do it!); and how her world travels have informed her beauty philosophy.

Below you’ll find links 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).

Camila Coelho
Elaluz
Skinceuticals C E Ferulic
Neostrata Gel Plus
Kerastase Nutritive Mask

Raise A Wand:
Jess: Otherland Rattan Candle
Jenn: Amazon (?) Hair Ties

Ep. 230: Magnetic Lashes, Skincare Myths, and the Week's Beauty News

We reveal which magnetic lashes are the best—and how the heck they work—and discuss the latest beauty news: new launches from Selena Gomez, Kimora Lee, Lauren Conrad, Jennifer Lopez, Catherine Zeta Jones, and Mario Dedivanovic; the latest MAC Viva Glam campaign; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s inspiring words about the power of makeup; and zoo elephants taking CBD. Plus, we dispel myths about vitamin C and retinol in a segment brought to you by our friends at StriVectin (to learn more about their Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum, visit strivectin.com).

Below you’ll find links 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:
Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty launches at Sephora
Lauren Conrad launches hew beauty line
Mario Dedivanovic talks about his upcoming launch, Makeup by Mario, in this New Yorker article
Kimora Lee Simmons launches a Baby Phat beauty line with her daughters
Jennifer Lopez hints about a beauty launch
The face of this year's MAC Viva Glam campaign is Rosalía
Alexandria Ocasio Cortez did a Vogue Beauty Secrets video
CNN has this ridiculous headline & story: “Stressed zoo elephants to be given CBD oil to help them chill and stop fighting”
Catherine Zeta Jones has a beauty line, and an even better promo video

Magnetic Lashes:
One Two Cosmetics Natural Half Lash
Glamnetic Babygirl Magnetic Lashes
Glamnetic Soo Future! Magnetic Felt Tip Liner in Cocoa Dreams

Skincare Myths*:
Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum
*this segment is sponsored by StriVectin!

Raise A Wand:
Stephanie (Listener): Benefit 24-Hour Clear Brow Setter from Benefit
Jenn: Malin + Goetz Tomato Candle
Jess: Magic Spoon Cereal