Ep. 282: Jess is Back, Slugging Alternatives & The Week’s Beauty News

After a brief hiatus, Jess is back in the (virtual) studio! We’re talking about the difference between emollients, humectants, and occlusives—and why “slugging” might not be the best way to hydrate your skin. Plus, we discuss the latest beauty news: a re-brand at KVD Beauty, promising updates in vegan beauty, new fragrances from Boy Smells, and Jonah Hill...the body-positive icon we need right now.

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, 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 of the Week:
Augustinus Bader’s The Rich Cream is now vegan
Kat Von D’s former makeup line KVD Beauty has rebranded
Boy Smells is making fragrance
Sadie Sink Fronts Givenchy Lipstick Campaign
Jonah Hill addresses the Daily Mail’s body shaming

Slugging:
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte’s Magic Cream
Strivectin Wrinkle Recode Moisture Rich Barrier Cream
EltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex
Dermalogica UltraCalming Barrier Repair
Nurse Jamie Skin Perfecting Silicone Sheet Mask
Honest Beauty Reusable Magic Silicone Sheet Mask

Raise a Wand:
Maggie from DC: Josh Rosebrook Daily Acid Toner
Jess: Orlando Pita Play Foam Full Volumizing Shampoo and the Pearl Foam Smoothing Shampoo
Jenn: Maria from Raleigh and her detective skills:)

Ep. 281: Ask a Gynecologist with Dr. Manuela Vazquez

OB-GYN Dr. Manuela Vazquez, founder of the wellness brand LaMaria, is here to answer all of your questions: How do hormonal changes affect your appearance? Does birth control make you more susceptible to skin damage? Do you need special products to clean your vulva? What’s the difference between moisturizers and lubricants? Are freckles down there normal? What percentage of people groom their pubic hair? What’s hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and how do you know if you need it? 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, 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).

Newness Silk Pajama Party event with Daniel Martin, Tatcha’s Global Director of Artistry and Education
Dr. Manuela Vazquez
La Maria 
La Maria Carioca Feminine Moisturizer 
La Maria Mineira Phytoestrogen-Infused Facial Moisturizer
The Weeknd

Raise A Wand:
Jenn: Heraux Molecular Anti-Inflammaging Serum (thanks, Kirbie!) (her other go-to serum is the SkinMedica TNS Recovery Complex)

Ep. 280: Under-Eye Issues & The Week's Beauty News with Co-Host Charlotte Palermino

Meet your skincare fairy godmother, Charlotte Palermino, aka @charlotteparler, the co-founder of Dieux Skin—and our final guest co-host before Jess is back! We talk about whether “skin purging” is really a thing, the best ways to treat eye bags and crow’s feet, our favorite antioxidant serums and sunscreens, and more. Plus, we discuss the news: how the beauty community is responding to the rise of anti-Asian violence in the United States; Glow Recipe banning the terms “poreless” and “flawless” in marketing; and new research showing how “pretty privilege” affects the way sexual harassment victims are treated.

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, 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:
The beauty community is beginning to speak out about the uptick in violence and hate crimes against Asian-Americans
Estée Lauder Companies is folding the beauty brand Becca, citing poor sales during the pandemic
Glow Recipe will no longer be using words like “poreless” or “flawless” on their products or in their marketing
A Journal of Personality and Social Psychology study found that perceptions of sexual harassment are swayed by victim’s attractiveness

Meet Charlotte:
Charlotte Palermino
Dieux Skin
Dr. Loretta’s Intense Replenishing Serum
Krave Beauty’s The Beet Shield
Then I Met You’s The Cleansing Duo
Cetaphil’s Gentle Skin Cleanser
Reusable makeup remover pads
Preston Konrad’s Upstate candle and Ellsworth candle
Kayali’s Musk 12 Perfume

Under-Eye Circles
Dieux Forever Eye Mask
La Roche Posay’s Redermic [R] Eyes Retinol Eye Cream
Jordan Samuels’ The Performance Eye Gel

Raise A Wand:
Megan from Chicago: Grande Lash-MD Lash Enhancing Serum
Charlotte: Katie Jane Hughes brushes collaboration with Spectrum  and Black Girl Sunscreen
Jenn: ColoreScience Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF 50 and ColoreScience Even Up Clinical Pigment Perfector

Ep. 279: How Michael Anthony Creates Pop’s Most Iconic Makeup Looks

Meet Michael Anthony, the makeup artist responsible for Ariana Grande’s floating white eyeliner in the “Rain on Me” video, Katy Perry’s punk-princess look, and Rita Ora’s retro-glam makeup in countless photo shoots. In this interview, he shares how he got his start at a MAC store, snagged an agent, and became one of beauty's most influential creatives. This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to become a makeup artist or learn what goes on behind the scenes in the beauty and entertainment industry.

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, 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).

Michael Anthony
Michael Anthony Makeup Website
Ariana Grande
Katy Perry
Gwen Stefani
Michael Anthony’s Chanel beauty editorial with Jamie Nelson
Ellen von Unwerth
Kevyn Aucoin’s Making Faces
Larger Than Life: The Kevyn Aucoin Documentary
”Rain on Me” music video
Color psychology: what colors you should wear and why
Euphoria
111Skin The Serenity Oil
LE LABO Hinoki Body Lotion
MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum
Augustinus Bader The Face Oil
Dr. Barbara Sturm Enzyme Cleanser
Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Serum
”Boombayah” by Blackpink
James Earl Jones
David Attenborough

Raise A Wand:
Jenn: Laundress Le Labo “Rose 31” Signature Detergent and Le Labo “Santal 33” Signature Detergent

Ep. 278 Skincare Devices & The Week’s Beauty News with Co-Host Felicia Walker of ThisThatBeauty

Skincare and beauty expert Felicia Walker, the founder of ThisThatBeauty, reveals the skin gadgets that actually work, her favorite bargain mascara, a miracle hair cream made with Chébé from Chad, and more. Plus, she and Jenn discuss the latest beauty news, including the future of fashion shows, Jada Pinkett Smith’s new personal-care line, and the reason you should think twice before making your own rice-water hair rinse.

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, 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:
Jaida Pinkett Smith is launching Hey Humans, an eco-conscious personal care brand
NYFW trends: face masks and natural hair
Ella Emhoff, the VP’s daughter, walked in the Proenza show 
Ireland model finds maggots in her DIY rice-water rinse
Research shows an algorithm can assess melanomas as well as, or better than, dermatologists 

Meet Felicia:
Felicia Walker
Face Flawless Skin
This That Beauty
This That Beauty Hyperpigmentation Article
Jenna Lyons
Amorepacific Sun Protection Mist Broad Spectrum SPF 30
Kevyn Aucoin The Volume Mascara
Maybelline Volum’ Express the Falsies Mascara
Milk Makeup Kush High Volumizing Mascara
SALWA PETERSON’s Chébé du Tchad Hair Cream

Gadgets:
Dermaflash’s Dermapore Pore Extractor and Serum Infuser
Rose Quartz Face Roller
Rose Quartz Gua Sha
ZIIP Nano Current Device
Luxurious Wellniss Lift Me Up Facial BFF
OPTE Precision System

Raise a Wand: 
Shannon from Pittsburgh: Ceremonia Aceite de Moska Heritage Scalp Remedy Oil
Felicia: Bee’s Moon Night Healer Botanical Emollient
Jenn: Revlon Colorstay Micro Hyper Precision Gel Eyeliner in beige

Ep. 277 Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Candles with Louis Hotchkiss

Candlemaker Louis Hotchkiss, the president of KOBO candles, is here to answer all of your candle questions: Which waxes are best? How do you prevent a candle from “tunneling”? Why do some wick tips form a mushroom shape after they burn? What’s “hot throw” versus “cold throw”? All that and more. Light up your favorite candle and join us for this fascinating interview. 

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, 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).

Louis Hotchkiss & Junko Kobori
KOBO Pure Soy Candles
Vintage Estee Lauder candles
Essential oils for pets: which aren’t safe?
Candle terms glossary
Types of candle wax: which is best?
Cire Trudon Abd El Kader Moroccan Mint Tea candle
KOBO Saffron Sandalwood candle
KOBO Vetiver Shaved Vanilla candle
KOBO Pamplemousse candle
Edge shaving cream (the first grooming product he fell in love with)
Water Got No Enemy by Fela Kuti
Morgan Freeman
Milton Nascimento

Raise A Wand:
Jenn: Zippy Paws Skinny Peltz No Stuffing Squeaky Plush Dog Toy (fox, raccoon, squirrel)

Ep. 276: Beauty Bargains and Viral Products with Co-Host Caroline Moss of Gee Thanks, Just Bought It!

The cooling drugstore face mask that’s better than slugging; the bargain hot tool that delivers a salon-like blowout; and an at-home toner that fixes brassy hair—writer Caroline Moss, host of the Gee Thanks, Just Bought It! podcast, is here to share her best beauty discoveries and discuss why certain products “go viral.” Plus, in Jenn’s Science Corner: making perfumes with artificial intelligence and anti-inflammaging parasites that could benefit your skin

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, 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).

Caroline Moss
Gee Thanks, Just Bought It Podcast
HEY LADIES! - by Caroline Moss
The Work It! Girl Books - by Caroline Moss

Jenn’s Science Corner:
Givaudan to acquire Myrissi to strengthen their capabilities in AI
More info on Myrissi
Parasitic worms as an anti-inflammaging therapy?

Meet Caroline and some of her favorite products:
Doree Shafrir
Kate Spencer
Forever 35 Podcast
Erica Mills
Bathtub drain plug
Head wrap ice mask 
Desk elliptical
Olay Overnight Gel Sleep Mask
Kristin Ess Signature Hair Gloss Toner for Platinum Blonde
Lisa Tozzi
Biologique Recherche BioKiss Lip Balm

Viral Products:
Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer
The Vogue article about the Revlon One-Step
Gihuo Overalls
Orolay “Amazon Coat”
Maybelline Sky High Mascara
Kevyn Aucoin The Volume Mascara

Raise a Wand:
Spruha from Maryland: CeraVe Vitamin C Serum with Hyaluronic Acid and NYX Epic Ink Liner
Caroline: Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother
Jenn: Brother Vellies Cloud Socks

Ep. 275: Jessica Alba Gets Honest With Us

What keeps Jessica Alba up at night? You’ll be surprised. The actress and founder of Honest Company opens up about the Hollywood machine and how it works, and tells us what her WFH setup looks like, how her company’s concept of clean beauty has evolved, and why oversimplifying the science of product formulation can be problematic.

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).

Jessica Alba
L.A.’s Finest
Honest Company
Honest Beauty
(RED) by Bono
Bar cart - so your WFH station can look just like Jessica’s:)
MAC Lip Liner in Spice
Ella Fitzgerald playlist

Ep. 274: Bridgerton Hair and Beauty News with Co-Host Kathleen Hou from The Cut

Guest co-host Kathleen Hou, the beauty director of New York Magazine’s The Cut, is here to analyze the hair on Bridgerton; discuss the week’s beauty news (Dolly Parton’s fragrance! Eco-friendly beauty sponges!); and talk about her job, her favorite beauty tips, and some of her go-to products—including the best tubing mascaras for straight lashes.

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:
Dolly Parton debuted her fragrance
Wolfgang’s son, Spaulding, is in the Puppy Bowl (he’s on slide 24! Can you see the resemblance?)
Beauty Blender launched an eco-friendly sponge
Beautyblender Bio Pure - made of 60% sustainable materials
BioBlender by EcoTools - it’s 100% biodegradable
Hailey Bieber Filed a Trademark for Rhode, a Skincare, Beauty, and Wellness Line

Meet Kathleen & Read Some of Her Work:
Kathleen Hou
The Cut
Lizzo
Issa Rae
Vanderpump Rules
Cardi B
The Cut’s “Your Yoga Pants Might Be Giving You Butt Acne” Article
The Cut’s “Mortician’s Beauty Secrets” Article
The Cut’s “Winter Skin Guide to Locking in the Moisture” Article with Dr. Patricia Wexler

A Few of Kathleen’s Favorite Products:
Living Proof’s Perfect hair Day Dry Shampoo
Klorane’s Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk
Clé de Peau Concealer SPF 25
Em Cosmetics Pick Me Up Volume + Length Tubing Mascara
Maybelline’s Snapscara
Chanel Inimitable Waterproof Mascara

Bridgerton Hair:
The Bridgerton book series by Julia Quinn
The Cut’s “All the Best Hair Looks from Netflix’s Bridgerton” Article
The Cut's “Butt Length Hair Was Always My Dream” Article - by Kathleen!
The Cut’s “Parisian Hairstylist David Mallet Opens NYC Salon” Article - they used to fly stylists from France to NYC
The Cut’s “Netflix’s Bridgerton is the Years Horniest Show” Article
The Cut’s “Jonathan Bailey’s Sideburns Are Real, Thank You” Article

Raise a Wand:
Ryan from Vermont: Youth to the People’s Kale and Green Tea Superfood Face Cleanser and Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Night Face Moisturizer
Kathleen: Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Super Moisture Conditioner - btw, founder and CEO Nancy Twine is featured in Ulta’s Beauty “Muses” Campaign
Jenn: Billie’s Super Salve Parsley Lip Balm (and a shoutout to Jo Malone Just Like Sunday- Green Tomato Leaf Candle)

Ep. 273: How Special-Effects Teeth Are Made for Movies

Dental technician Gary Archer has made specialized teeth for hundreds of movies and TV shows, including Austin Powers, PEN15, The Wolf of Wall Street, Mrs. Doubtfire, Interview with the Vampire, and more. He explains how he collaborates with Special FX makeup artists to create a character's look and tells us which movie smiles he’s made that you probably didn’t realize were fake. Plus, he shares stories from his work with actors like Kirsten Dunst, Tom Hanks, Adam Sandler, and others.

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).

Gary Archer
Greg Cannom
Robin Williams
Mrs. Doubtfire Teeth Scene
Ralph Maccio 
The Karate Kid
GA Enterprises
Austin Powers
Mike Myers
Matthew Mungle
Castaway Tooth Extraction Scene
Interview with the Vampire (his most challenging project!)
Tom Hanks’s Teeth in The Green Mile
Matthew McConaughey’s Teeth in Gold
Ben Mendelsohn’s Teeth in Ready Player One
PEN15
Jonah Hill and his Wolf of Wall Street Teeth
Stan Winston
Kirsten Dunst’s Teeth in On Becoming a God in Central Florida 
Viola Davis’s Teeth in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
Old Spice After Shave (the first product he fell in love with)
Michael Caine
Sean Connery
Nights in White Satin by Moody Blues 

Raise a Wand: 
Jess: Bling Empire 
Jenn: Glamnetic Press on Nails