Ep. 420: Perfume as Art, Aging Anxiety & The Week’s Beauty News

A new study found 90% of women feel anxious about getting older, most often due to the way they look—let's talk about it. (Related note: We also have thoughts on Kim Kardashian’s Allure cover story where she admits to “a little bit of Botox.") Plus: a New York City art gallery devoted to fragrance; a free camp for children with chronic and life-threatening skin diseases; details about the beauty products Americans throw away the most; and an excellent sunscreen, nude nail polish, and multipurpose blush.

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).

Beauty News:
The perfumer David Moltz has created a collection of perfumes that push boundaries
Rachel Strugatz
Olfactory Art Keller
RoC Skincare, Sarah Jessica Parker team up on new initiative
The Body Shop’s Plastic Pileup Survey
Billie Razors
Nordstrom’s beauty product recycling program - run by Terracycle
Allure’s Kim Kardashian cover article
Chris Appleton
Mario Dedivanovic
Galderma
Cetaphil
Dysport
Restylane
Camp Wonder
Children’s Skin Disease Foundation
Francesca Tenconi

Raise A Wand:
Listener Janet: Eltamd Uv Clear Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen Spf 46 - Tinted
Jenn: Cnd Vinylux Long Wear Nail Polish in Negligee
Jess: Tata Harper Vitamin Infused Cream Blush

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Ep. 419: Stories & Skincare Secrets with Aesthetician Sean Garrette

Rihanna-approved facialist Sean Garrette tells us how he went from cosmetology school in Atlanta to his current position as Dior Beauty’s U.S. skincare expert in just a few years. Plus, we talk about skin barrier repair, facial percussion, his favorite at-home skincare devices, the best treatment for keratosis pilaris, why he puts retinol on his hands, and the three things you need for a “moisture sandwich” that will make your skin plumper and more hydrated.

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 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).

Sean Garrette
Jaclyn Hill
Patrick Starrr
Becca - RIP!
Ulta Beauty
Fenty Beauty
Dior Beauty
Moisture Sandwich Step 1: Dior Cleansing Milk: Gentle Cleanser
Moisture Sandwich Step 2: Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
Moisture Sandwich Step 3: Pca Skin Hydrating Serum
Caudalie Grape Water
OPI Dip Powder for Nails in Love Is in the Bare
Nécessaire the Body Serum
Topicals Slather Exfoliating Body Serum
Paula's Choice Skin-Smoothing Retinol Body Treatment
Ziip Ox Nanocurrent Device
Currentbody Skin Led Light Therapy Mask
Therabody Theraface Pro Facial Tool with Microcurrent, Led, Percussion
Dior Prestige Le Pétale Multi-Perlé: Facial Massage Tool
Naturium Glycolic Acid Body Wash for Exfoliating
Le Labo Thé Matcha
Diptyque Philosykos Eau De Toilette
Dior Ambre Nuit Fragrance
Dior Ambre Nuit Candle - Collection Privee - Unisex Scent
Ravyn Lenae
Hacks - the show with Deborah Vance (watch it!)
Milkbar Carrot Cake
Ryan Destiny

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Ep. 418: Lasers for Acne, a Laundry Detergent That Slaps & The Week’s Beauty News (Copy)

The Raise a Wands this week are epic! Plus, Jenn got some cosmetic injectables; Jess went to an aesthetics summit; and we talk about AviClear, the new acne-fighting laser treatment; the latest news on animal-testing in the beauty industry; a Davines sustainability campaign; LGBTQ-friendly salons; celebrities facing trademark lawsuits; and the perfect pink lipstick. 

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:
Dr. Heidi Waldorf - Jenn’s dermatologist
Xeomin - the neuromodulator Jenn got
Restylane Defyne - the filler Jenn got
Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank
Dr. Andrew Jacono
Dr. David Rosenberg
Sally Hershberger

Beauty News:
Louisiana becomes 9th state to ban the sale of cosmetics tested on animals
Davines We Stand/For Regeneration campaign
Davines We Stand For Regeneration Hair & Body Wash
Kim Kardashian Sued for Trademark Infringement
Jenn’s Science Corner: AviClear - new laser for acne treatment
Enter this queer-friendly salon needing a haircut, leave with a new sense of self - the L.A. Times article on Salon Benders, the LGBTQ-friendly salon in Long Beach

Raise A Wand:
Jess: Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Laundry Detergent
Jenn: R.E.M. Beauty On Your Collar Lipstick in Doll Face - the perfect pink

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Ep. 417: Isamaya Ffrench on Beauty, Anti-Beauty, and Everything In Between

Makeup artist Isamaya Ffrench has turned models into lizards and covered faces in Legos, but she gets that sometimes “a full beat can save your life.” In this interview, she tells us how she got her start painting kids’ faces at birthday parties and went on to work with famous clients (Björk and Rihanna) and photographers (Steven Klein, Inez and Vinoodh)—and why she’s launching her own makeup line, Isamaya.

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 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).

Isamaya Ffrench
Isamaya - her new makeup line
Making Faces by Kevyn Aucoin
Alex Box
Val Garland
Peter Phillips
Christopher Shannon
Burton Multipath Checked Travel Bag
i-D magazine
musician Sam Thomas
Alto Arc
Doublebase Dry Skin Emollient
Eucerin Eczema Relief Flare-up Treatment
Skinceuticals C E Ferulic
Byredo 1996 Eau De Parfum
Escentric Molecules Molecule 01
Urania's Children Perfumes

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Ep. 416: Perfume Quizzes, Space-Age Sunscreen & the Week’s Beauty News

Happy summer! This week, we’re talking about the most accurate perfume quiz you'll ever take; the Queen’s makeover (well, haircut); a space-age ingredient that makes sunscreen more powerful; and the best beauty deals for Amazon Prime Days. Plus, Jenn clarifies what’s going on with the GrandeLash-MD story, a listener suggests a fragrance-focused summer read, and we contemplate hiring professional home organizers.

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).

Beauty News:
Grande Cosmetics Grandelash-Md Lash Enhancing Serum: https://myshlf.us/p-509081
The Frederic Malle Perfume Quiz
Frédéric Malle Bigarade Concentree Parfum: https://myshlf.us/p-509069
Amazon Prime Day - Philosophy Amazing Grace Eau De Toilette: https://myshlf.us/p-509079
Amazon Prime Day - Bliss Block Star Sunscreen: https://myshlf.us/p-509072
Amazon Prime Day - Skinmedica Tns Advanced+ Serum: https://myshlf.us/p-509073
Amazon Prime Day - Ursa Major Golden Hour Face Moisturizer: https://myshlf.us/p-509074

Raise A Wand:
Listener: The Perfect Scent: a Year Inside the Perfume Industry in Paris and New York - by Chandler Burr
Jess: Molton Brown Re-Charge Black Peppercorn Body Wash:
Jess: Molton Brown Neon Amber Bath and Shower Gel
Jenn: Beekman 1802 Bloom Cream Daily Probiotic Moisturizer

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Ep. 415: Kristin Ess is the Ultimate Hair Educator

This interview with hair stylist and brand founder Kristin Ess is a masterclass in all things beauty and brand building. She gets real about managing business relationships, pulls back the curtain on how celebrity-client partnerships actually work, and shares tips for making your hair work for you, no matter the texture or length. We also chat about some of her favorite beauty products, making pottery, her candle obsession, and the dress that everyone needs in their closet (Kristin has eight of them).

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 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).

Kristin Ess
Kristin Ess Hair
Warren Tricomi salon
Chris McMillan salon
Krave Beauty - the tortoise and hair video we talked about
Kristin Ess Two French Pins Set
Kristin Ess Scalp Purifying Micellar Shampoo
Ilia Beauty Super Serum Skin Tint Spf 40
It Cosmetics Your Skin but Better Cc+ Cream with Spf 50+
Merit Clean Lash Lengthening Mascara
Devan, aka @devsday
Saie Slip Cover Tinted Moisturizer
Bread Beauty Supply Hair Oil: Everyday Gloss
Fornasetti Small Golden Burlesque Scented Candle
Escentric Molecules Molecule 01
d.s. & Durga I Don't Know What Pocket Perfume Oil
L'objet Eau D'egee no.3 Candle
Conair Benders
Mara Hoffman Blair Dress

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Ep. 414: Ability-Inclusive Makeup, a Rhode Review & The Week’s Beauty News

After a quick J&J catch-up, we’ve got snow mushroom extract, squalane, and more to discuss, including Guide Beauty, a company making cosmetics that are easier to use if you have a disability or health condition that impacts mobility, motor skills, or hand-eye coordination. Plus: Revlon’s bankruptcy filing, the Humanrace sunscreen (available July 14), makeup artist Isamaya Ffrench’s new line (available end of June), and a quickie review of the Rhode skincare line (recorded before the trademark lawsuit was filed, btw).

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).

Beauty News:
Everything You Need To Know About Hailey Bieber’s Skincare Line Rhode
Rhode Peptide Lip Treatment - Jenn’s favorite thing in the line
Skkn By Kim
Doré
Humanrace
Selma Blair Is Helping Redefine Makeup Design in Her New Job as Creative Director of Guide Beauty
Guide Beauty Guide Eyeliner Duo
Guide Beauty Lash Wrap Mascara
Revlon, a Makeup Staple for Generations, Files for Bankruptcy
Pharrell Williams' Brand Humanrace Launches Sunscreen
snow mushroom extract
squalane - the new niacinamide, lol
Isamaya Ffrench Unveils Her Makeup Collection

Raise A Wand:
Listener Mia: Dedcool Fragrance 01 Taunt: Bergamot/amber/vanilla
Jenn: Dermalogica Mini Daily Milkfoliant Exfoliator
Jess: Retold Recycling - Ready-to-Ship Recycling Bags to Keep Your Clothes Out of Landfills

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Ep. 413: Finding Beauty Around the World with Jo Franco

Jo Franco, co-host of Netflix’s World’s Most Amazing Rental Properties and host of the podcast Not Your Average Jo, is here to talk about how travel intersects with beauty, share stories from her travels, and give us all her tips for packing well and experiencing new cultures to the fullest. Plus, we talk about sunscreens, insect repellants, and which hair tools and styling products make travel easier (especially if you have curly hair!).

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 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).

Jo Franco
World’s Most Amazing Rental Properties
Not Your Average Jo - Jo’s podcast
Freehand hotels & hostels
Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Spf 50 Zinc Mineral Sunscreen Stick
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer:
Salon Line Combing Cream:
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Cerave Sunscreen Stick Spf 50
Cerave Hydrating Sunscreen Face Lotion Spf 50
Murad Resurgence Age-Balancing Moisture Spf 30
Veritas Bioactives Global À Peel (Exfoliating Peel)
Javoedge Clear Packing Cubes

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Ep. 411: Tracee Ellis Ross On The Power Of Beauty (Replay)

Award-winning actor Tracee Ellis Ross, founder of the haircare line Pattern, gets candid about her hair, your hair, customer reviews, ageism in Hollywood, experiments with DIY waxing, her love of Funyuns and red lipstick, her hatred of flaky hair gels, and her love/hate of home workouts. Plus, she shares behind-the-scenes secrets from Black•ish, Mixed•ish, and The High Note. If you want to bring joy to your beauty routine and learn how to celebrate yourself authentically, this conversation is a must-listen. This interview originally aired in August, 2020. We’ll be back next week with all new episodes!

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).

Tracee Ellis Ross talked about:
Diana Ross
Il Makiage Pink Blush - Tracee used to love playing with this product in her mom’s dressing room
MAC Lip Pencil in Embrace Me - this shade has been discontinued
Kersti Bowser - the Swedish model Tracee mentioned (we think she accidentally said “Yvette Bowser,” the entertainment executive)
Gail O’Neill - a model Tracee mentioned
Stephanie Seymour - a model Tracee mentioned
Samira - Samira Nasr is the editor in chief of Harper’s Bazaar and Tracee’s best friend
Pattern Beauty
Andre Walker System
L.O.I.S. System
Pattern Leave-In Conditioner
Pattern Curl Gel
Pattern Styling Cream
Pattern Strong Hold Gel - Tracee’s new Holy Grail product
Kerry Washington
Matthew Cherry
Tracy Anderson workouts - Tracee does TA workouts 2 times a week
The Gyrotonic Method - Tracee does this method at least once a week
MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo
Funyons - Tracee’s favorite snack
Cool Ranch Doritos - another of her favorite snacks
“Black Parade” by Beyoncé
“Hymn” by Kesha
“Love Myself” by Tracee Ellis Ross
“I May Destroy You” on HBO - Tracee’s #RaiseAWand

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Ep. 410: Makeup Artist Gucci Westman Gets Real (Replay)

We're doing a live mini-podcast in New York City this weekenf, and Jenn shares all the details in the episode intro:

Fat Mascara Mini Live Podcast
Dermalogica Exfoliation Affirmation Studio
182 Lafayette St.
Saturday, June 11
1 - 2 PM
Link to register (it’s free!): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-dermalogica-exfoliation-affirmation-studio-tickets-343597388037

Then we've got a classic interview: Jess and Intern Tiff (remember her?) talk to makeup artist Gucci Westman, who opens up about meditation, makeup school, creating a perfect complexion, and her line, Westman Atelier. This interview originally aired in June, 2019, but we'll be back next week with all new episodes!

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).

Bob Roth - TM meditation teacher
Strength in Stillness: The Power of Transcendental Meditation by Bob Roth
Annie Leibovitz
Grace Coddington
Westman Atelier
Westman Atelier Foundation Brush
Westman Atelier Blender Brush
Westman Atelier Powder Brush
Westman Atelier Vital Skin Foundation Stick - A tip from Gucci: using multiple shades can help you achieve a more natural look
London-based facialist Anastasia Achilleos- Gwyneth Paltrow’s facialist
Rescue Spa- Denuta Meiloch, founder
facialist Georgia Luis
facialist Joanna Czech
WelleCo Women’s Libido + Hormone Support
Moon Juice Collagen Protection
Tocos Sun Potion Powder
Subtle Energies
Eminence Organics
SK-II Facial Treatment Mask
Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Mask
Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream
Pai Skincare Light Work Rosehip Cleansing Oil
Volition Beauty Apple Cider Vinegar Resurfacing Pads
Biologique Recherche P50 Balancing Exfoliators
Grown Alchemist
Dosist Dose Pen

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