Ep. 259: How to Find Your Happyish Place with Kristen Bell

Actress Kristen Bell just might be the perfect person to guide us through a holiday season like no other: In this interview, we discuss the ups and downs of being empathetic, how beauty can boost your mood (and why it’s okay if it doesn’t), antidepressants, hot baths, hot-pink lipstick, and more. Plus, the creator of the CBD line Happy Dance shares the beauty backstories of some of her most iconic characters, including Sarah Marshall, Princess Anna, and Veronica Mars.

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).

Kristen Bell
Happy Dance - **Kristen is giving you a discount code! Visit doahappydance.com and use code MASCARA at checkout for 15% off!**
Lord Jones
Jenny Cho - Kristen’s hairstylist
Lord Jones X Tamara Mellon High CBD Formula Stiletto Cream
Ujjayi Natural Activated Charcoal Deodorant - Citrus Thyme - Kristen Bell’s (and Princess Anna’s!) favorite deodorant

Raise A Wand:
Jess: Naturopathica Sweet Cherry Brightening Enzyme Peel (we both also love the Naturopathica Oat Cleansing Facial Polish & Naturopathica Lavender Protective Moisturizer)
Jenn: The “Date” #1 Primer Shade from Charlotte Tilbury Supernudes Easy Eye Palette

Ep. 258: Why Celebrities Don’t Talk About Their Botox & The Week’s Beauty News

Why don’t more celebrities and influencers open up about what it *really* takes to look the way they do? On this episode, we discuss how their honestly could be beneficial to others, and why it’s important to remember that “looking good for your age” is a privilege not afforded to everyone. Plus, lots of beauty news to share: the legacy of Benefit Cosmetics co-founder Jane Ford; Jo Malone London’s floral collaboration; the FTC cracking down on razor monopolies; Young King, a new line for boys with textured hair; and the expansion of Martha Stewart’s CBD line.

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).

Beauty News:
Remembering Jean Ford, the co-founder of Benefit Cosmetics
The FTC wants to prevent P&G from buying the razor company Billie
Martha Stewart brings her CBD line to Vitamin Shoppe
Jo Malone London collaborates with florist Enchanted Express
New brand alert: Young King for boys with textured hair
Australian woman blames Sarah Jessica Parker Stash perfume for her recent kangaroo attack

Botox Transparency:
Jennifer Lopez says she’s never had Botox
Botox Cosmetic
Dysport
Xeomin

Raise A Wand:
Jenn & Jess: Marine Toys for Tots - please support Jess’s fundraiser!

Ep. 257: Self-Care, Serums, and Shiatsu with the Hosts of Gloss Angeles

Beauty journalists Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan, hosts of the podcast Gloss Angeles, are here to talk about the “West Coast” beauty aesthetic, how their approach to beauty has changed as they’ve gotten older, their self-care strategies, which products they think you don’t need—and which ones you definitely do. It’s a special beauty podcast collaboration, and we’re so excited to welcome Sara & Kirbie to the Fat Mascara Fam!

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).

Gloss Angeles - click here to listen!
Kirbie Johnson
Sara Tan
Bustle
PopSugar
Michael Breus - the Sleep Doctor
The Power of Great Sleep: Change Your Routine, Change Your Life (Featuring The Sleep Doctor) - the Gloss Angeles podcast with Michael Breus
Amanda Montell - write, author, linguist
Is the Beauty Industry a Cult? Linguistically, Maybe. Featuring Author and Linguist Amanda Montell - the Gloss Angeles podcast with Amanda Montell
Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language - Amanda Montell’s book
Peloton
Cody Rigsby - Kirbie’s favorite Peloton instructor
Shiatsu Shane - his YouTube channel is Kirbie’s self care
@itsblitzzz
JadeyWadey 180 - check out her YouTube
Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater
Wet n Wild Eyeliner
Jennifer Lawrence
Zoe Kravitz
puppy chow - a recipe for Kirbie’s most indulgent snack
Fruity Pebbles Mochi Donuts from King’s Hawaiian Bakery
”Lonely Boy” by Andrew Gold - Kirbie’s pump-up song
”Mo Money Mo Problems” - Sara’s pump-up song
Makeup by Mario - Kirbie raises a wand to the whole line!
Elvie Breast Pump - Sara raises a wand to this breast pump

Raise A Wand:
Jenn: Mother Dirt’s (rebranded) skincare line - the Mother Dirt Probiotic Foaming Cleanser is great if you have rosacea!
Laubahn Scent Infused Face Masks

Ep. 256: Why 1960s Trends Never Get Old & The Week’s Beauty News

We’re going back in time to celebrate '60s beauty trends, like winged eyeliner, the “cut crease,” and almond-shaped nails, and discuss the career of legendary hairstylist “Mr. Kenneth” Battelle. Plus: the surprising reason scented candles are getting bad reviews, makeup artist Monika Blunder line, a few new fragrance collaborations, and news about asbestos-tained talc in cosmetics.

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).

Product list coming soon!

Ep. 255: How Dorit Kemsley Brings The Glam to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

Beverly Beach founder and TV personality Dorit Kemsley shares stories from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills set, her best beauty tips, and her must-have products. Plus, she opens up about how being on the show has changed her and why her husband, PK, and her hairstylist, Justine Marjan, are her most trusted fashion and beauty advisors.

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).

Dorit Kemsley
Beverly Beach
Pete (PK) Kemsley
Justine Marjan
Erika Jayne
Kyle Richards
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
Beverly Beach Bombshell Bronze bronzer - Dorit mixes this in with her foundation
Sutton Stracke
Hailey Bieber - Dorit thinks Hailey’s wedding look was amazing
Elizabeth Taylor - she’s also a fan of Elizabeth Taylor’s wedding looks
Zelens Age Control Foundation in Beige
Zelens Age Control Foundation in Tan
Chanel Le Volume De Chanel Mascara
Kelley Baker Brow Defining Pencil
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz
Serge Lutens Powder Blush No 1 (Brown) - Dorit loves this “bronzer”
Serge Lutens Makeup Remover Pads
Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer
Pat McGrath
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer
Beverly Beach by Dorit Moisturizer, Exfoliator, and Self-Tanner - coming soon!

Raise A Wand:
Jess: Makeup By Mario Master Pigment Pro Pencil in Super Black
Jenn: Invisibobble Sprunchie

Ep. 254: Air-Drying for Volume & The Week’s Beauty NewsWeek’s Beauty News

Hair help is here! We tested root clips and air-drying methods that add volume without heat, and we’re sharing what really works. Plus, the week’s beauty news: Jennifer Aniston’s new beauty gig; Lush’s Twist and Curl hair collection; Rachel Zoe’s perfume line; and Leonard Lauder’s memoir.

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).

Beauty News:
Rachel Zoe launches a fragrance collection
Rachel Zoe Fragrance Discovery Set
Vital Proteins taps Jennifer Aniston as chief creative officer
Leonard Lauder's book, The Company I Keep: My Life In Beauty, is now available
The Company I Keep: My Life In Beauty - link to buy!
Lush unveiled a collection of new haircare items for curly, coily and textured hair

Root Clipping:
DevaCurl “Deva Clipping” - how-to video from back in the day
Ouidad’s O.G. curl clips - Jenn mentioned this type, which is no longer available
Here’s what is available:
Curly Girl Double Prong Root Lifting Curl Clips
Volumizing Hair Root Clips
Classic Duck Clips - can be used for root clipping technique
Classic Double-Prong Clips - can be used for root clipping technique
And, here’s Jenn’s favorite of all the products she tried:
Curly World Pik Me Up

Raise A Wand:
Listener Julie: Psoriasis Honey
Jess: Jones Road Beauty Just A Sec in Golden Peach
Jenn: EcoTools Brush Cleansing Sheets

Ep. 253: Supermodel Karen Elson Thinks Modeling Needs am Overhaul

Model and musician Karen Elson gets brutally honest about her journey in fashion, and what needs to change. In this interview, Elson talks candidly about the personal challenges she went through with body image and bullying in the press, and where she feels the fashion industry was complicit. She also talks about progress in models' rights and inclusivity, two major areas where the business is beginning to make strides.

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).

Karen Elson
The Red Flame by Karen Elson
Ward Stegerhoek - hairstylist Karen talked about
Garren - the other hairstylist Karen talked about
Pat McGrath - Mother needs no description
Steven Meisel
Steven Klein
Tim Walker

Raise A Wand:
Jenn: Sänger Hot Water Bottle
Jess: Cartier La Panthère Eau de Parfum

Ep. 252: Why Fragrance is Like Wine & The Week’s Beauty News

Find out how perfume ages and why that can change a scent for the better or worse. Plus, we’re sharing our favorite Crabtree & Evelyn products and the story of the brand’s evolution (in a segment sponsored by Crabtree & Evelyn). And, as always, we’ve got lots of news to discuss: a beauty initiative aimed at ending intimate partner violence; the latest celebrity beauty lines (yes, there are more!); and, in Jenn’s science corner, new research about the skin benefits of topical CBD.

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).

Beauty News:
Yves Saint Laurent Beauty launched a new program, Abuse is Not Love, to help put an end to intimate partner violence
Kjaer Weis partners with artist Christina Zimpel
Oribe partners with artist Rowan Harrison of Two Tribes Pottery
Gemma Chan is the new face of L’Oréal Paris
L’Oreal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 3.5% Pure Glycolic Acid
Pharrell Williams’ skincare line Humanrace is here
JLo’s skincare range is set to launch January 1
New molecules derived from cannabidiol are designed with more potent antioxidants

Crabtree & Evelyn*:
Crabtree & Evelyn Evelyn Rose Luminous Cleansing Balm
Crabtree & Evelyn Gardeners Collection Sweet Sap Hair Mask
Crabtree & Evelyn Gardeners Collection Sunbeam Glow Drops

* This segment is brought to you by Crabtree & Evelyn, one of the sponsors that helps make it possible for us to bring you the podcast each week. Learn more about the brand at crabtree-evelyn.com. BONUS: For 15% off first-time orders on their site, use the code FATMASCARA15 at checkout.

How Fragrance Ages:
Ben Krigler
Krigler Perfumes
Krigler Abrakaadabra
Guerlain Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Raise A Wand:
Jocelyn from Nebraska: Cocofloss & Kopa Kuai Sea Salt Soaps
Jess: Find Your Happy Place Scented Candle, Home For The Holidays, Nutmeg And Sweet Cream
Jenn: Nourish by The Now Body Oil

Ep. 251: The Mother-Daughter Beauty Bond with Kimora Lee Simmons

The founder of Baby Phat, Kimora Lee Simmons, talks about the beauty collection she created with her daughters, Ming and Aoki; why beauty can be a bonding ritual; her thoughts on tattoos and plastic surgery (especially when it comes to her kids); and how to raise girls in the age of social media. Tune in for an open, honest conversation that’s filled with fabulosity.

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).

Kimora Lee Simmons
Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons
Ming Lee Simmons
Aoki Lee Simmons
Baby Phat DIVINE Shimmer Dreams Set
Baby Phat ETHEREAL Shimmer Dreams Set
Kevyn Aucoin The Volume Mascara
Blinc Mascara
Glossier Lash Slick
Cerave SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin - body lotion with exfoliating acids
Briogeo Haircare
Godiva Chocolates
Jhené Aiko
Lauren Conrad Beauty Lip & Cheek Tint in Peony

Raise A Wand:
Jenn: Kate Somerville DermalQuench Hyaluronic Acid Hydration Treatment
Jess: Reese’s Take 5

Ep. 250: Manicures During the Pandemic, Mink Lashes & The Week’s Beauty News

Will the salon manicure look the same when the pandemic is over? Can mink lashes ever be cruelty-free? We have definitive answers—and some deeper discussion on these topics. Plus, we’ll fill you in on the beauty headlines: Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals; a new Italian beauty marketplace; Ulta’s collaboration with Target; an invention that speeds up salon and spa services; and why bookstores smell so good.

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).

Beauty News:
Mozzafiato.com - the Italian beauty marketplace with some of our favorite hard-to-find brands
Borghese - they make the OG fabulous mud mask Jenn mentioned
Marvis
Proraso
DashBar - salon & spa in Miami
PollyDash Chair
Ulta Beauty and Target announce a partnership
Olay is offering a limited-edition Orolay coat for Cyber Monday
Powell’s by Powell’s - the fragrance that smells like biblichor

Mink Lashes:
statement from PETA
LoveSeen - cruelty-free lashes
Some of our favorite vegan, cruelty-free makeup brushes:
It Cosmetics
KVD
Fenty Beauty
Urban Decay

Manicures During the Pandemic:
”Is This the End of the Manicure?” - the New York Times piece Jess mentioned
Miss Pop
Mabelyn Martin - the Paintbox creative director

Raise A Wand:
Michelle from Connecticut: A Natural Difference products, which she gets from her aestheticians at Amethyst Beauty Lounge
Jenn: Raising A Wand to our listener Alexandra, who did her own makeup for her wedding (and check out this goat-milk soap she recommended Basilwood Farm Itch Be Gone Soap)
Jess: The Drew Barrymore Show