Breaking Beauty Podcast

Salmon Sperm! Spicules! A Surgery-Free Face Lift! This week, it’s a K-Beauty extravaganza as we sit down with board-certified dermatologist Dr. David Kim to unpack it all . Dr Kim is a Korean native with a newly-minted Manhattan practice, Soho Derm , that blends the best of cutting edge Korean aesthetics and western dermatology. Dr. Kim has over 1 million followers across social media and he’s oft...

This week we are diving deep into the world of cosmetic dentistry and oral health with the most in-demand aesthetic dentist on the planet, Dr. Michael Apa . Listen in as Dr. Apa gives us a masterclass on how-to seriously level-up and love the appearance of your teeth – even if you’re on a budget. You’ll hear about: Veneers 101: Pros, cons, costs and what to ask during your very first consultation....

This week we’re reuniting with Siff Haider - Arrae co-founder and fellow Dear Media podfam -  for a #DamnGood deep dive into the ultimate beauty sleep routine! What’s the perfect room temperature? How about the best calming skincare before bed? The pajamas that are *actually* comfortable and the robe that will make you feel like you’re staying at a 5-star hotel? All will be revealed! And in t...

Laura Geller , QVC Queen, legendary makeup artist to the stars and founder of her namesake brand, joins us in the studio! From her early days backstage on Broadway to her latest campaign partnering with Real Housewives of New Jersey star and winner of The Traitors Season 3 , Dolores Catania, Laura is proving that Gen X beauty is the main event 2026.  Listen in as we dive into the backstory be...

Happy New Year, podfam! In this week’s “State of the Union” episode, we dissect the beauty trends, ideas and brands we predict will dominate in the year ahead. Then, with news of a Buffy The Vampire reboot, stay tuned for a catch up with Sarah Michelle Gellar about 90s nostalgia, budget skincare and how she stays kick-butt ready. In this episode, you’ll hear:  Pajamas? Picture frames? Evening...

Healthy skin, this way! As we wrap up the year and head into 2026, we’re setting you up for your best skin success with board-certified dermatologist, and Neutrogena consulting dermatologist Dr. Julia Carrol l. Dr. Carroll (who happens to be Carlene’s personal derm!) joins us to discuss the core philosophy of healthy skin, revealing the most effective habits we should be adopting now that we're of...

This week we welcome double board-certified dermatologist AND dermatopathologist, Dr. Aegean Chan to bridge the gap between medical dermatology and your daily skincare routine. Tapping her clinical expertise in medical dermatology, skin cancer and acne, we unwrap Dr. Chan’s professional insights on the skin barrier, sun protection, and why she believes we should be wary of "anec-data" especially w...

In our 2025 Beauty Year in Review, we’re getting "spicy" about the industry’s biggest wins and flops. Listen in to hear all about the viral Guadalajara facelift taking over TikTok, the rise of cosmetic surgery transparency and the slice of good news impacting young women in beauty (finally!). As beauty conglomerates shift their focus, we break down why integrity is the new authenticity and how the...

Olympian Simone Biles recently opened up about it. Carlene has done it. And according to the latest polls, blepharoplasty is officially the #1 cosmetic surgery around the globe –  surpassing liposuction, breast augmentation and even rhinoplasty. To help us uncover everything to know about the latest eye opening procedures, we tapped Toronto-based Oculoplastic Surgeon and Board-Certified Ophth...

In this #DamnGood review episode, we’re testing the most viral products to hit our feeds this year. From a $6 drugstore cheek stain to celebrity launches and a $400 fragrance, we determine once and for all: are they really #DamnGood – or just hype?  But first, we have a PSA "phone-a-friend" in partnership with the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) to chat with toxicologist Dr. Kimber...

Santa, baby! We’re here to deliver the #damngood gifts of the season that the beauty lover on your list will *actually* want - no snoozefest presents in sight. Watch, and subscribe to this episode on YouTube !    You’ll hear about: The makeup musts we’re swooning over (a luxury blush trio, lip gloss “stacks,” and a palette fit for Celine Dion) A makeup-meets-indie jewellery collab that’s...

This week we’re joined by Dr. Amy Wechsler , the Co-founder & CEO of Spotless , NYC's first-ever walk-in acne clinic! Dr. Wechsler is a double-board certified physician in Dermatology and Psychiatry – one of only a handful in the entire country – giving her a rare understanding of how the mind-body connection directly affects the skin. We get all of the scoop on her groundbreaking “ blow dry b...

Emily Wood is the answer to, “What comes next after clean beauty?” The makeup artist’s viral, on-the-go, freestyle bold makeup videos (no mirror required!) that you simply can’t scroll past.   The UK-born artist is undoubtedly a creative force to watch in 2026 and beyond ( ELLE UK just anointed Emily as one of the game-changing women changing the industry) and her editorial work has been...

If you’ve ever felt like your blackheads have permanently landed, or that your pores are starting to sag, today’s episode is for you. This uninterrupted bonus conversation is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Curology and we're diving deep into the most common pore mysteries with Dr. Whitney Tolpinrud , MD, FAAD, Board Certified Dermatologist and Medical Director at Curology. ...

Ever wondered how the stars manage those incredible, voluminous hair transformations? Trust us, they didn’t wake up that way. This week, we're diving deep into the art of hair extensions with one of the best in the biz, Celebrity Hairstylist Lacy Redway . Lacy's signature, sculptural looks have graced the covers of Vogue and New York magazine on talents like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka, and her c...

Just in time for the Sephora Savings Event (October 31st - November 10th), we’re sitting down with finance‑savvy beauty creator Rachel Wiseman — the brain behind the viral “Beauty Math” series — to decode the real cost of beauty products and the smartest ways to shop the season. Listen in to discover why beauty math literacy matters and how it can prevent you from feeling like you “got robbed” whe...

This week we are thrilled to welcome Selena Gomez's makeup artist Hung Vanngo ! Hung is best-known as the glam guru creating elevated, flawless and snatched looks for starlets like Julianne Moore, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Harrier. Tune in as the newly-minted brand founder shares all of his next-level eye makeup secrets.  But first, we hear first hand about Hung’s personal journey from ref...

This week’s uninterrupted conversation is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Aveeno. This week, we’re sitting down with top dermatologist Dr. Kim Blakely , who’s here to explain her tried-and-true methods for getting your healthiest skin for the fall and winter months. Dr. Blakely explains what’s really happening when your barrier is compromised, which everyday habits make the crack...

“Life of a Showgirl ” fall is here! This week, we’re diving into the ultimate Taylor Swift-inspired beauty lineup – think glitter freckles suitable for a Showgirl’s dressing table, creamy woods-inspired fragrances and opalescent shine – in celebration of the mogul’s latest album. From the fragrances we’re obsessing over to the cult beauty products Taylor actually reaches for herself, this episode...

This uninterrupted episode is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Timeline. Meet Timeline Chief Brand Officer Jaimee Holmes, whose resume reads like a wish list of dream gigs, with prior roles at Benefit, Ole Henriksen, Too Faced, Marc Jacobs Beauty and Goop.  Today, Jaimee tells us everything there is to know about the Swiss biotech company she’s proud to lead into the next era...

A new retinoid ointment is here! In this week’s * exclusive * episode, Carlene leaps into the founder role with the launch of her debut skincare brand, Cassatt Beauty . Listen in as Jill interviews Carlene about the making of Cassatt “La Pommade” Retinoid Skin Ointment - a modern, barrier-supporting update on a French pharmacy classic. From the science behind the low-and-slow retinoid “bio-oi...

Bobbi Brown ’s juicy memoir, “ Still Bobbi ” (September 2025), is hot off the press and today, the legendary makeup artist mogul is opening up like never before. From selling her namesake brand to Estée Lauder (that went on to be a billion-dollar empire!) to launching her scrappy second act - the wildly successful Jones Road juggernaut, Bobbi shares her hard-earned career highs, toughest personal...

Fall is almost officially here, and we’re breaking down the season’s must-have beauty products and viral trends – from “toasty” eyeshadow palettes and a soft matte makeup revival to luxe “skin-silking” serums. Plus, our takes on the latest celebrity beauty launches and stay tuned to the end to hear about a $4.99 mascara that we both rate, and a rock-bottom budget acne find from The Ordinary. You’l...

Lisa Eldridge MBE isn’t just a makeup artist – she’s a living legend in the beauty world. With over 2 million loyal YouTube subscribers , Lisa helped pioneer the digital beauty space before TikTok was even a thing. She’s painted the faces of Kate Winslet, Dua Lipa and Keira Knightley and worked on campaigns for Chanel, Lancôme, and Shiseido before launching her own eponymous makeup brand .  I...

This week we’re joined by celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos — the man behind the biggest red carpet hair transformations for Gigi Hadid, Kourtney Kardashian, Amal Clooney , and more. Live from Los Angeles, with support from our friends at Moroccanoil , Dimitris breaks down the Top 5 Hair Trends for Fall 2025 — from the most viral bob haircut of the season to the exact hair color formulas do...