Fat Mascara

It's a weird time so we wanted to check in with you guys. Join us for a quick hang where we catch up (now that Jess is back from maternity leave), hear all about Baby Lake, and at least try to escape the stress of Covid-19. Want more Fat Mascara? Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a Wand Instagram: @fatmascara , @jessicamatlin , @jennedit   Twitter: @fatmascara  Email: info...

Estée Lauder Companies Group President Jane Hertzmark Hudis, who pulls the strings behind many beloved beauty brands, talks about what makes a brand worth acquiring, customer service in 2020, the power of online reviews, her top career advice, and more. Before that, Jenn and guest co-host Gwen Flamberg, the executive editor of beauty & style at Us Weekly, discuss industry headlines (...

Fresh co-founder Lev Glazman talks about championing the use of natural ingredients in beauty, today’s “clean” movement, sustainable packaging, the biggest hits (and misses) in his career, and his huge personal collection of fragrances. Plus, Jenn and co-host Brooke Devard Ozaydinli, of the Naked Beauty podcast, discuss travel tips, answer a reader question about sunscreen, and share the news...

Actress, entrepreneur, master of thighs (and butts), and author of 26 (!) books Suzanne Somers talks to Jenn & Jess about how she's handled numerous bouts with cancer, her non-allopathic approach to healing, her must-have supplements and skincare, and the beautiful ways she keeps herself young at heart. Before that, Intern Tiff is back in the studio to co-host with Jenn and discuss h...

Kristie Dash’s job is to help beauty brands and content creators use Instagram more effectively. Now, she’s sharing the secrets to thumb-stopping content, an inside look at the company’s latest updates and “algorithm” changes—and some of her favorite beauty products. Plus, Jenn and guest co-host Maya Allen, the beauty editor at Marie Claire, talk about the end of beauty trends, help a listener fin...

Cookbook author and New York Times columnist Alison Roman has thoughts on post-breakup dye jobs, broth’s beauty benefits, hair vitamins, the best gel manicure, and the difference between Essie Clambake and Essie Geranium. Also on this episode: beauty news (the CROWN Act, the DevaCurl lawsuit, New York Fashion Week, and…Jess had her baby!). Plus, Jenn and Alison test gourmand fragrances and an...

Skincare expert Caroline Hirons talks about “clean” beauty, the correct order to apply products, INCI lists, the Environmental Working Group (EWG), and the beauty industry patriarchy. Also in this episode: an innovative bond-repairing hair treatment; tips for foot neuromas; new beauty lines from Selena Gomez, Huda Kattan, Carolina Herrera, and Karamo Brown; Gucci Westman’s YouTube show,...

Plastic surgeon David Rosenberg, MD, is here to answer all your questions about nose jobs. We discuss how selfies distort your appearance, the most popular noses in America, how to find a good plastic surgeon, and the costs and risks associated with rhinoplasty. Also in this episode: the beauty news of the week; why more men in Silicon Valley are getting cosmetic work done; and Jess’s *b...

Writers and friends Kate Spencer and Doree Shafrir, from the Forever35 podcast, talk about friendship maintenance, face mists, and the importance of boundaries and bidets. Plus, Jenn and Jess discuss this week’s beauty news, lymphatic drainage facials, and “juicing your brows.” Also in this podcast: Kat Von D, Bumble and bumble, FDA cosmetic regulations, talc, Chanel’s U.S. brow artist J...

Anastasia Beverly Hills founder Anastasia Soare has plucked the arches of Jennifer Lopez, Naomi Campbell, and Michelle Obama. In this episode, she shares the secret to perfect brows, how she built her business into an international powerhouse, and her favorite products and services. Plus: Jenn & Jess discuss magazine-world news and life updates, pregnancy-safe beauty rules, and the week’s beau...

Model and nutritionist Maye Musk, 71, opens up about ageism in fashion, her time as a plus-size model, her divorce, working with CoverGirl, and so much more. Before the interview, Jenn and Jess share the week's beauty news (Perso, baby Yoda makeup, Taraji P. Henson's TPH Hair, Charlotte Tilbury sale rumors); Jenn takes us on her Invisalign journey; and we offer tips and suggest shampoos and condit...

Jess and Jenn interview Tina Craig, the founder of Bag Snob and U Beauty. She reveals the beauty products in her bag, shares five fashion must-haves everyone needs, and tells us why her U Beauty serum is the one product to replace all others. Plus, Jenn and Jess share New Year’s resolutions from listeners—and their own goals for 2020. Also in this episode: K-beauty, J-beauty, skincare, lasers, ret...

Join us as we cheer and jeer 2019’s biggest moments in beauty. We highlight the products, people, and campaigns that worked for us, and raise an eyebrow at the news, controversies, and shenanigans we’re just plain tired of. Pour yourself a glass of your favorite beverage, pull up a chair and listen, then DM us (@fatmascara) with your personal picks and pans.  Want more Fat Masc...

MLMs, or multi-level marketing brands, have caught the attention of the beauty world—for better or worse. Some see the direct selling business model as entrepreneurial and perfect for the social media age; others see it as predatory, accusing the brands of giving consultants false expectations about what they can expect to earn (and potentially lose). We invited Dr. Thomai Serdari, a professo...

The founder of Dr. Barbara Sturm Molecular Cosmetics talks about her skincare line, the problems with over-exfoliation, vampire facials (!), and why lowering inflammation and activating telomeres are the keys to great skin. Plus: Our favorite charities to support this time of year; why we're obsessed with L’Oréal Elvive 8 Second Wonder Water; and some thoughts about the U.S. congressional hea...

Julie Schott, co-founder and CEO of Starface and former beauty director of Elle.com, talks about the acne acceptance movement, hydrocolloid patches, her must-have beauty products and services—and coffee enemas,  90 Day Fiancé , and oversharing on Instagram. Plus: Jess and Jenn discuss Coty buying Kylie Cosmetics and ways to prevent raw skin and nose fla...

Come holiday shopping with us! In this bonus episode, Jenn and Jess share the beauty gifts they're giving friends, family—and each other! All the goodies are from Ulta Beauty—with a special focus on brands from SPARKED at Ulta Beauty™—so if you're inspired to do some of your own gift giving, you know exactly where to find everything. This commercial-free podcast is produced in partnershi...

Guido Palau, Redken's global creative director, has been setting hair trends in the fashion world—and, frankly, the entire world—for years. Now he's opening up about his personal story, his favorite collaborators, the work he's proudest of, and what he wants to do next. We are so freaking excited to interview him for his very first podcast! Also in this episode: VSCO girls and Jaclyn Hill's second...

Plastic surgeon Adam Kolker discusses all things boobs, including when medical insurance will pay for surgery, types of augmentations, different implants and their pros and cons, breasts growing back after surgery, and more. Plus, Jenn & Jess talk about hotel fragrances and the new “It” cream. Want more Fat Mascara? Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising...

What's a "white floral" versus a "springtime floral"? Which molecule smells like toasted almonds? What is a "naturally derived" scent? Stephen Nilsen has all the answers! The Givaudan perfumer, who's created many fragrances you know (Madonna's Truth or Dare, Bond No. 9 Union Square, Vera Wang Lovestruck) is here to explain how perfumes are created. Before that, we have help for itchy skin (listen...

Craig Jessup, makeup supervisor for Wicked Broadway, tells us how he went from working with Kevyn Aucoin to working on the Broadway smash, which celebrates its 16th anniversary this week. We chat about Craig's theatrical makeup must-haves (including his favorite wipes), his scariest career moment, and how he gets Elphaba's green skin so good. Want more Fat Mascara? Our secret Facebook group: Fat M...

Hair artist Chris Appleton has worked with Ariana Grande, Jennifer Lopez, Katy Perry, and, of course, the Kardashians. He shares his secrets to selfie taking, ponytail making, hair-color saving (Color Wow!), career building, and more. Before that, news from MAC Cosmetics, Instagram dolls (we'll explain), and beauty's "no-buy" movement. Want more Fat Mascara? Our secret Facebook group: Fa...

In this bonus episode, we bring our burning beauty questions to founders Lauren Bosworth (of Love Wellness), Zoe Boiku (of Zoeva), Sharon Chuter (of Uoma Beauty), and Lilit Caradanian (of Elcie Cosmetics). We talk about everything from why feminine wellness is now A Thing, to the best way to apply foundation. This commercial-free podcast is produced in partnership wit...

Aesthetician Renée Rouleau answers your questions: How to find a great facialist, how much treatments should cost, which at-home skincare devices are actually worth it, and more! Before that, we discuss your feedback to last week’s segment on bullying in the beauty industry and Jess reconsiders acrylic nails.  Want more Fat Mascara? Our secret Facebook group: Fat Mascara / Raising a WandInsta...

Elizabeth Hurley, global ambassador for the Estée Lauder Companies' Breast Cancer Campaign, explains why her work to support breast cancer research will never be done. Plus, Jenn and Jess weigh in on a viral discussion about bullying in the beauty industry and discuss a new advancement in vegan color cosmetics.  Want more Fat Mascara? Our secret Facebook group:  Fat Mascara / R...