How Hormones Affect Your Appearance with OB/GYN Dr. Shieva Ghofrany

Board-certified OB/GYN Dr. Shieva Ghofrany is here to talk about all the ways hormones affect a woman’s appearance throughout her life, from acne and hair growth to dry skin and vulva changes. We discuss pregnancy-safe skincare and what cosmetic treatments are safe for pregnant women; why you may look different during different times in your cycle; how perimenopausal changes to your health and appearance can start in your early 30s; and what happens to your skin, hair, and body as your hormonal balance shifts after your reproductive years. Plus, she shares the beauty and health products that have made a difference for her.

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).

Dr.Shieva Ghofrany
Tribe Called V
Biopelle Emepelle
Biopelle Emepelle Night Cream - use code: FATMASCARA for 15% off!
OneSkin
Oneskin Os-01 Face Topical Supplement - use code: FATMASCARA15 for 15% off
Megababe Bidet Bar Ph Balanced Feminine Cleansing Bar
Dove Bar

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Ep. 530: Eye Color Surgery, HomeGoods Finds & The Week’s Beauty News

Please welcome writer Brennan Kilbane (Air Mail, Allure, etc.) to the virtual studio! He’s here to chat with Jenn about keratopigmentation, a procedure to change your eye color (!!); beauty newsletters; self-tanning peptides and the “Barbie” drug; bad Google reviews of haircuts; beauty brands funding TV shows and movies; a perfect summertime foundation; and the candle that smells like Versailles. Plus, Jenn discovers HomeGoods 10 years after the rest of America.

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).

Brennan Kilbane - Insta
“The Substack-ification of Beauty” - BoF article by Brennan
Augustinus Bader Story by Brennan
Epi.Logic
Vacation
Carlos Huber

News:
“Want Green Eyes? That'll Be $12,000” - Allure article by Brennan
Kerato NYC
Perfume Quest - the show with David Seth Moltz of D.S. & Durga
Queen of New York - documentary about Marti Cummings funded by Got2B
SCHWARZKOPF | got2b Glued 4 Brows & Edges 2-in-1 Gel
e.l.f. Cosmetics commercial
Tanning Peptides Injections - The Barbie Drug
NY Post - Warry of Peptides
What happens if you get a bad haircut?

Raise A Wand:
Homework: Last week Garrett asked for a bronzer for men! Brennan’s Rec: Clinique for Men Bronzer

Brennan: Shisedo Revitalessence Foundation
Trudon Versailles Candle (+Jenn’s fav candle from Trudon, their Abd El Kader candle)
Dr. Few Tinted Mineral Sunscreen
Jenn: Homegoods! Jenn got: Dr. Bronner's Castile Liquid Soap & Bliss Dermaplaning Razors - $6.99

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Best of FM: How to Self-Tan Like a Celebrity with Nichola Joss

What is the absolute best way to get a self-tan that looks natural? Celebrity skincare, self-tanning, and nail expert Nichola Joss (creator of the Inner Facial) is here to tell us…in detail. In this interview, which originally aired in 2017, she covers everything from the prep to the technique to the right products. Plus, she tells us how Kate Moss gets bronzed and shares her favorite tanning and bronzing products, face oils, makeup, and more.

Dove Invisible Solid Antiperspirant Deodorant
Donna Karan Cashmere Mist Antiperspirant
Too Faced’s Jerrod Blandino
St. Tropez Self-Tan Luxe Facial Oil
Tan-Luxe The Water Hydrating Self-Tan Water
Sanctuary Spa Therapist’s Secret Facial Oil
Elemis Superfood Facial Oil
Susanne Kaufmann Sun Cream Cell Protection
Omorovicza Copper Peel
Charlotte Tilbury Golden Goddess Bronzing Kit
Yves Saint Laurent Volume Effect Faux Cils Luxurious Mascara in Burgundy
Lancer Skincare Dani Glowing Skin Perfector

Raise a Wand (originally aired in 2017):
Herbivore Coconut and Sea Salt Beach Wave Hair Mist
Cocofloss

Ep. 529: Summer Daddies, Sensory-Inclusive Salons & The Week’s Beauty News

Lots of you asked to hear more from guest co-host Garrett Munce, so he’s back this week! We’re talking about the surprising skin & hair products one woman found in her date’s bathroom; counterfeit Botox; the movie version of Cat Marnell’s book, How to Murder Your Life; salons for people with autism spectrum disorder, sensory-processing disorder, and related disabilities; Summer Daddy scents; and a new multi-use cream palette that scratches Jenn’s itch to get artistic.

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:
Garrett Munce
Male Skin Care Enthusiast, or Guy With a Secret Girlfriend? - the New York Times article
The bathroom in question - video from TikTok user @_glizard
Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector
Caudalie Vinoperfect Dark Spot Serum
Goop Goopgenes All-in-One Super Nutrient Face Oil
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Magic Cream
Tatcha the Rice Wash Skin-Softening Cleanser
Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% Bha Liquid Exfoliant

News:
Maude Apatow’s film company optioned Cat Marnell’s book, How to Murder Your Life
Counterfeit Botox 
Beauty at Coachella
Bama Rush the New Influencers?
Getting Tattoos Under Anesthesia
Sensory Friendly Salon in Ohio + Sensory Safe Salon Training

Raise A Wand
Homework: help Garrett find a bronzing gel without self-tanner or shimmer (sorta like Tom Ford Bronzing Gel)

Listener Annie: Stellen Medical Betaglucan3000 - recommended buy a burn specialist to heal burns
Garrett: Arquiste EL (and Ranger Station - Studio Reserve Rich 90s Dad Cologne, but it’s no longer available—thought it might make a comeback!)
Jenn: MakeupForever HD Skin Face Essentials Palette

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How to Make Beauty More Sustainable with Carly Snider

How do you shop for eco-friendlier beauty products? What are high-value plastics? How can beauty brands make their components better for the environment? We’re going to tackle all those questions with sustainable operations expert Carly Snider, the program director of Pact Collective, a nonprofit that’s uniting the beauty industry to work toward circular packaging solutions. In this episode, you’ll learn about the dangers of wishcycling, what happens at your local Materials Recovery Facility (MRF, pronounced “murf”), how to find resin codes on beauty packaging, why the chasing arrow symbol is useless, and so much more.

Special Note: If you learn something from this interview, please forward and share the episode with other beauty lovers and people who work in the beauty industry. Together, we can make some changes!.

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).

Carly Snider
Pact Collective
Mob Beauty
Credo Beauty
DR. BRONNER'S | Castile Bar Soap
DR. BRONNER'S | Pure-Castile Liquid Soap - Lavender
Plaine Products Shampoo
Plaine Products Beauty Oil
WONDER VALLEY | Wonder Serum
Wonder Valley
Everist The Conditioning Concentrate
Mob Beauty Mascara
Ilia Mascara
Hello Ned Daily Balm
WELEDA | Skin Food

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Ep. 528: Boob Lifts, Beauty Awards & The Week’s Beauty News

Jenn welcomes Julee Wilson back to the co-host seat so they can talk about Rihanna admitting that she’s considered getting a breast lift (and other post-motherhood beauty changes). Plus: how we judge beauty awards; magnetic lashes; the rise of medical tourism for cosmetic surgery; and—in Science Corner!—a new study finds that applying makeup may help with depressive symptoms. Plus: We discuss new fragrances we like by their vibes rather than their ingredients (a revelation!).

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
Julee Wilson
Beauty editor at Cosmopolitan
Cosmo’s Holy Grail Beauty Awards 2024
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
Carol’s Daughter Wash Day Delight - Shampoo with Aloe and Micellar Water
Oui the People Hydrating Body Gloss in Cedarwood
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil
Ami Colé Lip Treatment Oil
Ashunta Sheriff Magnetieyes Day & Night Lash Set

News:
Rihanna Interview Cover Story
Cosmetic Enhancement Tourism on the rise
Medical Tourism Magazine
Science Corner: Wearing makeup may help with depression
Perfume watch

Raise A Wand
Listener: COSRX Snail Mucin + Armani Luminous Silk Foundation combo
Julee: Creed Queen of Silk Fragrance
Kilian Sunkissed Goddess: https://go.shopmy.us/p-4645167
Jenn: Malin+Goetz Vetiver

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Acupuncture for Cosmetic Benefits & Allergy Relief with Gudrun Wu Snyder

Gudrun Wu Snyder, the founder of Moon Rabbit Acupuncture, explains how acupuncture works—scientifically and philosophically. We discuss how this modality of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help with allergy symptoms, collagen boosting, complexion brightening, constipation, and more. Plus: ear seeding, how acupuncture plays into cancer treatment, and what’s really going on during a lymphatic massage.

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).

Gudrun Synder - Instagram
Moon Rabbit Acupuncture - Instagram
Lashes by Yanna - in Chicago
Estilo Microblading - in Chicago
Moon Rabbit Gold Ear Seed Kit
Westman Atelier Vital Skin Foundation Stick
Westman Atelier Face Trace Contour Stick
Nars Radiant Creamy Concealer
Vertly Glowing Skin Face Serum - with CBD: 
Skinceuticals a.g.e. Interrupter Advanced (use code: FATMASCARA for 15% off)
Myrah Peñaloza Linen River Kaftan

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Ep. 527: Hypochlorous Acid (Take Two), Trump Perfume & The Week’s Beauty News

Jenn welcomes guest co-host Angelo Landriscina, MD (aka @dermangelo), to talk about junk science, Andrew Huberman, dermfluencers, the “Wild West” of cosmetic surgery, perfumes that smell like sunscreen, the difference between retinol and retinal, and whether or not she will actually receive the $99 Trump Victory47 cologne she ordered. Plus, Angelo explains how hypochlorous acid really works and we Raise a Wand to the Hugimals World Heart to Hug Pillow, a calming weighted pillow that delivers Deep Touch Pressure (DTP) and benefits the Joyful Heart Foundation.

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. Angelo Landriscina - Insta + TikTok
“The Tricky Business of Being a TikTok Derm” - article in Allure by Brennan Kilbane
News:
Sexy Water
Pop science and its pitfalls - article on Andrew Huberman
“She died after liposuction by a pediatrician. Doctors warn of cosmetic surgery’s ‘Wild West’” - L.A. Times article
Trump perfume is coming
Victory47 Cologne
Raise A Wand
From our listener: BrioTech Spray
Tower28 Spray
PREQUEL | Universal Skin Solution Dermal Spray
Angelo: The New Savant Hellbound Heart Candle (sorta like DIPTYQUE | Feu de Bois Candle)
Vacation Aftersun Eau de Toilette
The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion
REVLON | Kiss Balm Lip Balm - Peach
Jenn: Hugimals Heart To Hug Pillow - 10% of the net sales from The Heart to Hug Pillow goes directly to the Joyful Heart Foundation

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Best of FM: Makeup Artist Dick Page

Makeup artist Dick Page has been playing with color and painting faces (Bella Hadid, Christy Turlington) for more than 30 years. In this interview—one of our most popular episodes from 2022—he talks to Jess about his career, the disappearing art of subtlety, how the way we view images today has changed the way we think about beauty, and the not-so-secret trick for achieving one of his signature looks: dewy, balmy, glowing cheeks.

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).

Dick Page
MakeupForever 12 Flash Color Case Multi Use Palette
Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color
L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Smoldering Eyeliner
Elizabeth Arden 8 Hour Cream Skin Protectant
Aquaphor

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Ep. 526: Skincare Age Restrictions, Butt Wellness & The Latest Beauty News

Guest co-host Alexandra Pauly, the beauty editor of Highsnobiety, chats with Jenn about retailers that are banning sales of anti-aging skincare to children, a new line of products for butts, and the state of fragrance today. Plus: why toddlers smell like flowers and teens smell like goats; a perfume for horse girls; the best places to shop for beauty in NYC; and the sunscreen-primer-foundation recipe that will keep your face perfected for eight hours straight, even if you have oily 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 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
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.

Intro
Alexandra Pauly
Highsnobiety
Asset - skincare for the butt!
Asset - The Hole Serum + Check out Alex’s article on HighSnobiety
The State of Fragrance - Alexandra’s report
Perfume Room by Emma Vernon
E.L.F. + Liquid Death Collab + check out the video
Dries Van Noten Fleur Du Mal

News:
Swedish pharmacy bans advanced skincare sales to minors
Why teens might smell gross to their parents
Patti Stanger Pheromone Perfume
Ulta expands into Mexico
Sephora exits Korea
Cos Bar opens in Brooklyn
Granado opens on Madison Avenue
Osswald fragrance boutique

Raise A Wand
Lip Balms: Lypsyl Lip Balm + URIAGE Bariederm Protecting Balm + Aquaphor

Alex: Maiosn D’etto Rotano Fragrance + candle
Un Soir a L'Opera Romeo And Juliet (Night Jasmine) - Scented Candle
The ultimate recipe for combination skin:
1) Supergoop Everyday Sunscreen
2) Yummy Skin Moisture Repair Balm
3) Makeup Forever HD Foundation

Jenn: Ffern fragrances - Spring 24
HERMS | Eau de Rhubarbe Ecarlate Eau de Cologne Spray
Olfactive Studio Flashback

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