The Next Wave of Beauty Tech with Guive Balooch

January 19, 2024 Fat Mascara

Can technology help make the beauty industry greener? How do brands innovate without over-engineering? What are some practical ways Big Beauty can use artificial intelligence? We’re talking with Guive Balooch, L’Oréal’s Global Managing Director: Augmented Beauty and Open Innovation, about all that and more. You’ll hear about a speedy hair dryer that causes less damage and can save you almost $400 on your yearly electric bill; a gadget with oscillating bristles that makes at-home hair dyeing easier; a salon showerhead that cuts water use by 69 percent; and other highlights from CES, the Consumer Technology Association’s annual trade show.

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Guive’s go-to products:
KERASTASE - Moldening Clay
MAISON MARGIELA - Jazz Club Candle
MAISON MARGIELA - Jazz Club Fragrance
AESOP - Shampoo
AESOP - Body Cleanser
SKINCEUTICALS - Retinol 1.0
SKINCEUTICALS | A.G.E. Eye Complex - the product he mentioned with Proxylane
ARMANI | Acqua Di Giò Eau de Toilette

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Ep. 516: Lip Plumpers, More Gummies & The Week’s Beauty News

January 17, 2024 Fat Mascara

Yes, we’re still talking about the “Sephora Girls”—this story about Gen Alpha taking over beauty stores just gives and gives and gives. And there’s lots more to discuss this week, including the new wave of lip plumpers and NYX’s plans for the Super Bowl; gynecologists who are unhappy with the latest beauty supplement, a gummy for vaginal health; and (in Science Corner!) research showing women’s tears lower aggression in men. We’re also changing up Raise A Wand: We want you to help our listener, June Bride, find the perfect white floral to wear to her wedding. We’ll explain, and then you can email us a voice memo or call us with your perfume suggestion.

News:
The Rise of the “Sephora Girls”
NYX to debut their first ever Super Bowl Commercial - Featuring their Duck Plump Lipgloss + check out Jenn’s rec, the Maybelline Lifter Plump Gloss in Hot Chili
Kourtney Kardashian launches $40 vagina supplements that claim to 'control odor' - but experts accuse her of 'cashing in' on women's insecurities about how their genitals smell
LemmePurr Vaginal Gummy
Science Corner: A chemical signal in human female tears lowers aggression in males

Raise A Wand:
FM Fam, it’s time for you to raise a wand! Our listener, June Briden needs a wedding fragrance—perhaps a “sheer, white floral”? Email us a voice memo (info@fatmascara.com)or call us (646-481-8182) with your suggestions for her.
Jess: Ouai Hair Oil
Jenn: Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Intensive Soothing Repair Cream for the winter redness (use code SHOPMASCARA for 10% off)

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Jamie Greenberg Is Everybody’s Personal Makeup Artist 

January 12, 2024 Fat Mascara

She may be a celebrity makeup artist (Quinta Brunson, Kaley Cuoco, Rashida Jones), but Jamie Greenberg is not gatekeeping her secrets. She shares her tricks for hooded eyelids, creasing concealer, and runner’s rash. Plus, we talk to the mom of three about a timely topic: How young is too young for makeup and skincare? How can parents encourage self expression without glorifying consumerism? Should adults talk to kids about the downsides of plastic surgery and photo filters? Let’s get into it.

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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).

Jamie Greenberg
@jamiemakeup on Instagram
@jamiemakeup on TikTok
Katrina Bowden - one of Jamie’s early clients
Jamie Makeup Blighlighter
Jamie Makeup The Bloss
Katie Jane Hughes
Galderma cosmetic injectables: Restylane, Dysport
Caveat - handles Jamie Makeup creative
Dr. Nathan Newman - did microneedling with plant stem cells on Jamie’s eyelids
Dr. Michael J. Groth - the opthalmic plastic surgeon who does all the celebrities’ eyes
IL MAKIAGE Foundation
IL MAKIAGE Concealer
ZOTE Soap - Jamie’s rec for washing makeup brushes!
MAYBELLINE Instant Age Rewind Concealer
CLE DE PEAU Concealer
NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer
DOLL 10 Concealer
TOWER 28 Concealer
MAC Studio Fix Concealer
KOASAS Concearler
BOBBI BROWN Concealer
PHLUR - Missing Person
STATE OF CHANGE - Joy solid perfume
STATE OF CHANGE - Grace solid perfume
VASELINE - for runner’s chafe
Katie Sturino
MEGABABE | Thigh Rescue Antifriction Stick - for runner’s chafe
Chilipad Cube Sleep System

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Ep. 515: Wolf Spiders, World Records & The Week’s Beauty News

January 10, 2024 Fat Mascara

We’re jumping right into 2024 with some new candles, and lots of news: Business moves for Jaclyn Hill, Dr. Dennis Gross, K18, and others; our thoughts on a new crop of celebrity spokespeople in beauty and fashion (hi, Jermey Allen White!); the truth about wolf spiders and Sol de Janeiro body cream; and a beauty world record attempt in Ghana. Plus, we want you to call us (646-481-8182) or email us (info@fatmascara.com) to suggest the next Raise A Wand homework: Tell us what specific type of product YOU’VE been looking for, and Jenn, Jess, and the Fam will help you find it.

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News:
Jaclyn Hill Cosmetics Closing for the Foreseeable Future
Sol de Janiero Scents Attracting Spiders?
- Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
- Beija Flor Elasticream
- Bom Dia Bright Body Cream
Jessica Chastain is the new Face of True Botanicals
True Botanicals
Pamela Anderson Bare Face
Jeremy Allen White for Calvin Klein
K18 Bought by Unilever
Dr Dennis Gross Acquired by Shiseido
Check out the TikTok for the Guinness World Record for MOST Lipstick Applications!

Raise A Wand:
Listener Emily: BODYRESTORE Shower Steamers - Relief
Jess: REOME Active Recovery Broth
Jenn: MAKEUPBYMARIO SuperSatin Lipsticks! In Shades Broadway + 917 + West Village

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Best of FM: The Truth About “Active” Skincare with Cosmetic Chemist Victoria Fu

January 5, 2024 Fat Mascara

What makes a skincare ingredient “active”? How do you decode a cosmetic ingredient list? How are researchers using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve skincare? Which skincare ingredients are completely pointless? In this interview (our second most popular episode of 2023) Victoria Fu, the co-founder of Chemist Confessions, is here to answer all those questions and more. Plus, she tells us about an AI-discovered molecule that improves skin elasticity and explains how the digital era has made it harder to separate fact from fiction in the beauty world. We’ll be back with all new episodes next week!

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Victoria Fu
Gloria Wu
Chemist Confessions
Skinceuticals
Kiehl’s
Amyris
La Mer
Revela
Isehan Kiss Me Heroine Make Smooth Liquid Eyeliner
MAC Studio Fix Fluid Foundation Spf 15
Le Labo Santal 33 Eau De Parfum
Le Labo Another 13 Eau De Parfum
Trader Joe’s Crackling Citrus Green Tea Candle - Sadly No Longer Available
Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment Gel

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Best of FM: "Glowstopping" Skin Tips with Lord Gavin

January 3, 2024 Fat Mascara

Celebrity facial masseur Gavin McLeod-Valentine leads us through the face-massage technique he uses to prep clients like Cate Blanchett, Zoe Saldana, Maya Rudolph, and Lourdes Leon for the red carpet. In this episode (our most popular interview of 2023!) He shares the movie-ready story of his life and how he went from actor to publicist to unexpectedly giving Halle Berry an oxygen facial and finding his calling. We also talk about Madonna’s face, buccal-fat removal, cryo-sticks, LED lights, PRP, meditation, and how Augustinus Bader products helped him during his cancer treatment (one of the reasons he works with the brand). We’ll be back with all-new episodes next week!

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Gavin McLeod Valentine
Castillo Bataille - Halle’s hairstylist
Joanna Czech
Shani Darden
Joanna Vargas
Iván Pol

Products Gavin enjoys:
Opatra London facial devices
Angela Caglia Skincare Gold Cryo Facial Set
Georgia Louise Cryo Freeze Tools
Augustinus Bader the Rich Cream
Augustinus Bader the Cream
Augustinus Bader the Body Cream
Augustinus Bader the Cream Cleansing Gel
Augustinus Bader the Essence Exfoliating Toner
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen Spf 40
Mecca Cosmeticato Save Face Spf50+ Superscreen Oxybenzone Free Formula
Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Dew Complexion Drops
Kinetic Skin Toning Device
Higherdose Red Light Led Face Mask
Omnilux Contour Face Led Mask
Dr. Dennis Gross Drx Spectralite Faceware Pro
Higherdose Infrared Pemf Mat
Armani Acqua Di Giò Pour Homme

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The Annual Naughty & Nice (& Neutral?!) Special

December 27, 2023 Fat Mascara

We reveal the year’s biggest moments in beauty culture, and what we loved, hated, and (in some cases) still aren’t sure about. Let’s discuss how beauty influencers on TikTok affect girlhood, the age of Ozempic, celebrities without makeup, the year of fragrance, stunt perfumes, Barbie-mania, the slowdown of VC funding in beauty, brands that are getting weird, people who leave mean product reviews, the real cost of doing beauty work, and so much more. Happy New Year, everyone!

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Perfumer Jérôme Epinette on the Secret to His Success

December 22, 2023 Fat Mascara

Fragrances for Harry Styles and Selena Gomez, Byredo best sellers, a signature scent for Chloë Sevigny, the iconic aroma of Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream—Jérôme Epinette, a perfumer for Robertet Group, has done it all. In this revealing interview, he shares what it’s like to develop perfumes for celebrities, how his creative process works, his favorite accords and notes, and the story behind some of his biggest career hits.

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Ep. 514: Google's Dupe Tool, Meet Our Intern Emma & The Latest Beauty News

December 20, 2023 Fat Mascara

Our intern, Emma, takes a closer look at the Gen-Z obsession with skincare—and her on-the-ground reporting may surprise you. Before that, Jess identifies a white space in the fragrance industry; Google makes finding beauty dupes easier; and we question Pantone’s 2024 color of the year and discuss when (if ever) red lipstick isn’t appropriate. Plus, Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty launches fragrance; the FM Fam keeps zhuzhing, Jess tries a “lip water,” and Jenn tells you how to smell like a rich Italian.

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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).

News:
Dupe Culture getting easier, thanks to Google
PANTONE announces the color of the year…. Peach Fuzz!
Selena Gomez expands Rare Beauty with new body care collection
- RARE Beauty Comfort Hydrating Body Lotion
- RARE Beauty Comfort Hydrating Hand Cream
- RARE Beauty Comfort Stop & Smoothe Aromatherapy Pen
Check out the NYT “Ask Vanessa” column - is there ever a time where wearing a red lip is inappropriate?
+ Check out Rachel Felder’s book, Red Lipstick: An Ode to a Beauty Icon
Continuing our convo on Gen Z and the craze of anti aging, we have our intern Emma on the pod! Why is Gen Z already worried about anti aging?
- Elta MD Tinted Sunscreen
- SUPERGOOP Glowscreen SPF 40

Raise A Wand:
Listener Emily adds to our zhuzh collection: AVEDA Control Force Firm Hold Hairspray + PATRICK TA Cream & Powder Duo (in She’s Baked) + MAKEUP BY MARIO Lip Liner (Travis)
Jess: LANO Golden Lip Water
Jenn: C.O. Bigelow Bergamont Body Wash

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Call Him Derm Daddy with Dr. Angelo Landriscina

December 15, 2023 Fat Mascara

We’re turning our parasocial relationship with dermatologist Angelo Landriscina, MD, into an actual relationship! The Derm Daddy, aka @dermangelo, holds forth on the state of skincare content on social media, his favorite products of the year, acne shaming, hair loss, adjusting to retinol, dank fragrances, and skin devices that aren’t worth your money. Enjoy!

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Dr. Angelo Landriscina, aka Dermangelo, aka Derm Daddy
Insta
TikTok
Youtube

Check out Derm Angelo’s current top skincare
- ROC Barrier Renew Gel-to-Foam Cleanser
- LA MER The Treatment Lotion
- SKINCEUTICALS C E Ferulic

+ Derm Angelo’s favorite scents of the moment!
- DIPTYQUE L’autre
- MAISON FRANCIS Grand Soir
- BYREDO Eleventh Hour

+ one of the best gifts he ever received
Philips 3200 Series Fully Automatic Espresso Machine

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