Nostalgic Fragrances & Olfactive Experiences with Carlos Huber

March 29, 2024 Fat Mascara

Fragrance developer Carlos Huber chats with Jess and Jenn about how perfume can be a way to experience a specific moment in time. He shares the history of patchouli; why fragrances after World War II smelled like smoke and flowers; how his brand, Arquiste Parfumeur, captures evocative moments and historical sites; and how he works with perfumers and clients (Vacation Inc., Trudon, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, J. Crew) to create fragrances with a deep sense of nostalgia.

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Carlos Huber
ARQUISTE Parfumeur
Rodrigo Flores-Roux
Givaudan
Yann Vasnier
Clinique Happy
ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR | Misfit Eau de Parfum - use code FATMASCARA15 at Dermstore for 15% off
ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR | Sydney Rock Pool Eau de Parfum - use code FATMASCARA15 at Dermstore for 15% off
ARQUISTE PARFUMEUR | Ella Eau de Parfum - use code FATMASCARA15 at Dermstore for 15% off
Trudon
St. Regis Hotels and Resorts
J. Crew
El Palacio de Hierro
Vacation Inc.
Tequila Clase Azul
The Sabah Dealer
Sabah Bois, Eau de Parfum
Gucci Envy for Men
Speak Memory - by Vladimir Nabokov

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Ep. 525: Hypochlorous Acid, Broccoli Freckles & The Week’s Beauty News

March 27, 2024 Fat Mascara

Charisse Kenion, host of BeautyMe podcast, joins Jenn to talk about supermodels, changes at British Vogue, YouTube AI disclosures, France’s proposed “sin tax” on fast fashion, more diversity in dermatology photos, and broccoli freckles, the latest ridiculous micro-trend on TikTok. Listen until the end for our revelation: Hypochlorous acid is a wonder ingredient for every skin type! We raise our wands high to the skin sprays featuring it: Prequel Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray, Clinisept+ and Clinisoothe+ Skin Purifier, and Tower 28 SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray.

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Intro
Is there a discontinued product you want us to find a replacement for? Email us the name of it (info@fatmascara.com) or call us and leave a voicemail (646-481-8182). Erica Metzger, founder of industry newsletter The Beauty Loop, is going to help us track down a replacement suggestion for you! She’ll share her finds on a future episode.

Clarisse Kenion
BeautyMe - Charisse’s podcast
Charisse on TikTok
Charisse on YouTube
MAC Strobe Cream
MAC | Blot Powder
MAC | Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolor in Lady-be-good
MAC Clear Lipglass

News:
British Vogue - April cover
Youtube & AI Regulations
France’s proposed fast-fashion tax
Science Corner: Google is helping dermatology
Broccoli freckles

Raise A Wand
Charisse:
Rituals Cotton Blossom Candle
Cecred Moisturizing Sealing Lotion
Beauty of Joeson Ginseng Essence - for “watering your skin”
Jenn:
Prequel Universal Skin Solution
(but Charisse and Jenn also talk about CLINISEPT | Plus Aftercare, CLINISOOTHE+ | Skin Purifier Spray Bottle, and Tower28 SOS Spray)

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Guido Palau Talks Hair

March 22, 2024 Fat Mascara

Legendary hairstylist Guido Palau, who developed the new Zara Hair line and worked on Edward Enninful’s final cover for British Vogue, has done runway hair for pretty much every fashion label (Prada, Valentino, Marc Jacobs) and cut the hair of all the top models (Kaia Gerber included). He’s here to tell us about his career path in the fashion industry, share his creative process, and talk about some of the products he’s created for brands like Redken. This was Guido’s first podcast interview ever, and it originally aired in 2019; we’re replaying it now with a new introduction to celebrate all the gorgeous work he’s been doing lately.

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Ep. 524: Cosmetic Injectables, David Beckham’s Nipples & The Week’s Beauty News

March 20, 2024 Fat Mascara

Guest co-host Garrett Munce, author of Self-Care for Men, gives Jenn his honest opinion on her Botox and filler, and then there’s much more to cover: why men want David Beckham’s nipples; the popularity of facelifts; how people would rather look healthy than be healthy; the success of Black-founded beauty brands; which beauty companies do the best merch; and a candle that smells like dirt after the rain. Plus, a cursory acknowledgement of Bella Hadid’s Ôrebella line and Kylie Jenner’s new perfume.

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Garrett Munce
Esquire Men’s Health Editor
Self Care for Men - by Garrett Munch
Dendy Engleman - Garrett’s dermatologist
Juvéderm Volux XC - filer that’s great for men’s jawlines
Melissa K. Levin - Jenn’s (new) dermatologist

News
Celine launches makeup line
Acne Studios first perfume
Orebella - line by Bella Hadid
Cosmic - perfume by Kylie Jenner
“Men are paying up to $250K for facelifts” - NY Post
“‘I’d rather die hot than live ugly’: Tanning mania returns” - Washington Post
Jessica DeFino - quoted in tanning article
Business Desk:
Black-founded beauty brands grew at nearly twice the rate of the prestige beauty market +
“Why Merch Madness Is Taking Over Beauty” - WWD article
Rhode phone case
Ami Cole bucket hat

Raise A Wand
Last week’s homework (beauty that looks like vintage trinkets):
Jenn: Zeesa Cosmetics
Garrett: Penhaligons

Garrett’s Raise A Wand picks:
Flamingo Estate Petrichor Candle
The Ware Co. Sonny SPF 40 Face Serum
Veep

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Smell & Tell with Perfume Room's Emma Vernon

March 15, 2024 Fat Mascara

In honor of Fragrance Day, we joined up with Emma Vernon, host of the podcast Perfume Room, to talk about fragrance trends, the language we use to discuss perfume—and the scent of everything from orris and carnations to egg creams and dust bunnies. Listen in as we work our way through a “smell & tell” session, featuring some of Emma’s favorite scents of the season.

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Emma Vernon - Instagram
Emma Vernon - TikTok
Perfume Room - Instagram
Perfume Room - the podcast
Perfume Room Live - get tickets to the event (there’s also a livestream version if you’re not in New York City)
DS & Durga Black Magenta Eau de Parfum
Obvious Parfum un Pistache
Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato
Vilhelm Parfumerie Face of Francis
Chris Collins Lust Oud Delice
Goldfield & Banks Silky Woods Perfume
Goldfield & Banks Silky Woods Elixir
Snif Vanilla Vice Eau de Toilette
DS & Durga Deep Dark Vanilla
Mature Premiere Vanilla Powder
Hanae Mori Butterfly Eau dde Parfum
Fueguia Halo Lunar
Geurlain Mon Guerlain Eau de Parfum
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Elixir Parfum
Maison D’Etto Noisette Eau due Parfum
Le Labo Lavande 31
Burberry Brit Rhythm Floral Eau de toilette
Hiram Green Philtre

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Ep. 523: Ugly Standards, Influencer Trips & The Week’s Beauty News

March 13, 2024 Fat Mascara

Guest co-host Anita Bhagwandas, author of Ugly: Giving Us Back our Beauty Standards and the Substack newsletter The Powder Room, joins Jenn to talk about pretty privilege, whether influencer trips are still a smart marketing tactic, if wearing makeup while you exercise is really that bad, discontinued products, and why Anita likes to decant her makeup into vintage pill boxes. Plus, we recommend body exfoliators for last week’s guest co-host, and raise our wands to a witchy candle, an appropriately nude lip liner, and a “topper” that makes cream blush look better and last longer.

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Anita Bhagwandas
The Powder Room - Anita’s Substack newsletter
Ugly: Giving Us Back Our Beauty Standards - by Anita Bhagwandas
The Zara Hair Line
Rituel De Fille Forbidden Lipstick - Carnal (Anita's Shade)
Jones Road the Neutralizer Pencil - Is It a Replacement for Bobbi Brown (Discontinued) Retouching Face Pencil?

News
Champagne. Caviar. Bora Bora. Are You Not Entertained? - New York Times article in influencer trips
Gen Zers want you to know they are sick of extravagant influencer brand trips - Business Insider
Tarte Shape Tape Concealer
Science Corner: Study Looks at Impact of Wearing Makeup During Exercise
Influence of cosmetic foundation cream on skin condition during treadmill exercise

Raise A Wand
Last week’s homework:
Anita’s suggestion: Ameliorate Exfoliating Body Mitt
Jenn’s suggestion: Odele Scalp + Body Scrub

Anita’s Raise A Wand picks:
Mama Moon Candles - Choose One Based on the Intention You Want to Set
Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir Candle
Estée Lauder Aerin Rose Lip Conditioner
Mac Lip Pencil - Chestnut

Jenn’s Pick:
Dibs Beauty the Duet: Baked Blush Duo Topper

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Why Sunscreen Regulation Is So Messy with Dr. Julian Sass

March 8, 2024 Fat Mascara

Are you breaking the law when you buy sunscreen from other countries? Why is U.S. sunscreen innovation so slow? What are the real differences between chemical and mineral sunscreens? Which sunscreens have been tested on animals and why? We get into all of it with Julian Sass, PhD, a cosmetic formulator, industry consultant, and creator of an extensive sunscreen database (click on the episode recap below for a link to it). Plus: He shares his favorite sunscreens, and we discuss cosmetic regulations around the world and debate which Pop-Tart flavor is best.

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Dr. Julian Sass
Check out Dr. Sass’s website here + don’t miss his SPF database
BANANA BOAT | Light As Air Sunscreen Lotion SPF 50+
SUPERGOOP! | Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40
COTZ | Flawless Complexion Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 - Tinted
COTZ | Sensitive Face & Body Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 - Non-Tinted
MURAD | City Skin Age Defense SPF 50
Walmart Equate Sport Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Value Size, SPF 50
Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence
Isa Knox Sun Pro Sunscreen
LA ROCHE-POSAY | Anthelios UVmune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF 50+ - European version
EUCERIN | Pigment Control Sun Fluid SPF 50+ - European version
DIFFERIN | Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment Gel
K18
Bread Styling Cream

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Ep. 522: Big Hair, Boba, Dry Brushing & The Beauty News

March 6, 2024 Fat Mascara

Guest co-host Courtney Shields, the founder of DIBS Beauty and host of the Courtside with Courtney podcast, joins Jenn to talk about the Texas/NYC aesthetic, men getting makeovers before their Lunar New Year blind dates, the resurgence of big hair, children’s eyeglasses that are supposed to ward off head lice, dry-brushing your body, Dyson tools, DIBS Beauty blush toppers, HigherDOSE mats…and so much more. Plus, we found a sheer mineral sunscreen for last week’s guest co-host, Julee, and have some new homework for listeners.

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News:
Love-seeking men in China turn to make-up
Spate Reveals 2024 Beauty Trends - Cold plunges on the rise
Science Corner: 15-1 Diffusion uses Aloha, an innovative micro-encapsulation system to perfume any materials - first up, anti-lice glasses that incorporate microcapsules of lavender effluents in the frame
HIGHERDOSE | Infrared PEMF Go Mat - use code FATMASCARA for 15% off
Earth Therapeutics Dry Brush - only $11 on Amazon!
HIGHERDOSE | Supercharge Copper Body Brush - use code FATMASCARA for 15% off
Big hair comeback:
Curling Iron Brush Ceramic - the Amazon hot tool that Courtney loves
DYSON Airstrait
Color WOW spray
Shu Uemura Hair Oil

Raise A Wand:
Last week’s homework from Julee: Invisible Mineral Sunscreen
Listener Salika recommends: Alastin Hydro Pro Tint Mineral Sunscreen

New homework from Courtney: She wants the best body exfoliator + moisturizer duo to prep for summer
Call us with your recommendation: 646-481-8182

Courtney: Big Ass Candle in Sandalwood & Coconut
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Fluidity Silver
Jenn: J Way Boba Tea Kit from Costco - but also available on Amazon.com via this link!

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The Everything Guide to Lasers with Dr. Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae

March 1, 2024 Fat Mascara

Dermatologist Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae, MD, explains all the ways lasers can improve your skin. We talk about AviClear, Fraxel, and the latest laser and light advancements; how to prevent and reduce scars; lasers that treat acne, rosacea, tattoos, and unsightly veins; and laser hair removal. Plus: How can blue LED light be beneficial if blue light from screens is supposed to be damaging? Dr. Bae has the answers!

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Ep. 521: Thoughts on Beyoncé’s Hair Line, Welcome to Legal Corner & The Week’s Beauty News

February 28, 2024 Fat Mascara

Guest co-host Julee Wilson, beauty editor-at-large at Cosmopolitan, joins Jenn to offer her take on the new hair line Cécred and discuss Girl Scouts beauty collabs, fragranced offices, and the most luxurious cleansing balm. Plus, welcome to the Legal Corner (it’s new!), where we’re talking about what the National Advertising Division of the BBB National Programs thinks of Dr. Squatch’s “natural” marketing claims. All that, plus trinket-y beauty items, sexy long johns, and a candle celebrating a historically Black beach community.

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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 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:
Co-hosting with Julee Wilson
Beauty editor at-large at Cosmo
Cosmopolitan - Check out her “Yours, Mine, Ours” column
Mentions/Products:
- Chanel Perfumes
- Dior Perfumes
- Memo Paris
- PHLUR Tangerine Boy
- YSL Libre
- BYREDO - Bal D’Afrique + Blanche
- Tata Harper Body Oil
- OSEA Body Oil
- OUI The People Body Oil
- ELEMIS Cleansing Balm

News:
Beyonce’s new haircare line is out! Check out Cecred
- The Ritual
- Treatment Mask
- Hydrating Shampoo
Check out the review on Cosmo
Fragrancing The Office?
- Bel Air Fragrance Company
Girl Scouts X Big Beauty
- Native Body Washes
- Hard Candy Makeup Collection @ Walmart
Legal corner: National Advertising Division ruling on Dr. Squatch

FM Homework:
Molly has answers for Emily! Looking for trinket-y beauty items …
- ISAMYA Lip Serum
- Lisa Hoffman Fragrance Bracelet
- DIPTYQUE Bracelet
+ local beauty shop in NYC? Try OO35MM
New HW! Julee is looking for a great mineral or physical sunscreen that works on all skin tones

Raise a Wand:
Julee: Sanctuaire Inkwell Scented Candle + The Beauty of Success
Jenn: UNIQLO Heat Tech leggings + long shirt