Fat Mascara

Luke Henderson is back in the studio for a cozy beauty chat with Jess (Jenn is away this week), and all bets are off: We're talking celeb trends that just ain't working, $3 skincare secrets, product hoarding, Domino's pizza, the best spa in New York, Kate Middleton's beauty evolution, and lots of other dishy bits.  Want more Fat Mascara?  Our secret Facebook group:  Fat Mascara / Ra...

John Demsey, Executive Group President of The Estée Lauder Companies, Inc., is one of the biggest decision makers in the beauty world (he oversees brands like MAC, Tom Ford, Too Faced, and GlamGlow), but he wasn't too busy to stop by our studio for a chat. Demsey talks about his early days on the Bloomingdale's fragrance floor, shares his number-one rule for entrepreneurs, passes on free advice fr...

People  magazine style and beauty director Andrea Lavinthal fills in for Jess, who is traveling for work. Andrea shares Hollywood gossip and her favorite beauty products, then she and Jenn discuss two important topics: frizzy hair and the perils that beauty brands face when they hire celebrity (and influencer) spokespeople.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...

Lo Bosworth, founder and CEO of Love Wellness and former pseudo-reality star ( Laguna Beach ,  The Hills ), talks about her passion: feminine health! We discuss washes, wipes, and the vaginal suppository Lo says changed her LIFE. Before that: Is the Instagram look officially over? Also, Jess visits the coolest fragrance exhibit, and we continue the ongoing conversation about essenti...

Olivia Wilde—actress, director, and brand activist for True Botanicals—is here to talk about eighth grade insecurities, her daughter's fascination with mascara, and her clean-beauty journey. Before that, we chat about New York Fashion Week (including Jess's celebrity run-ins!), fluoride-free toothpastes, and compression therapy.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paula Begoun—founder of Paula's Choice, author of  Don't Go To the Cosmetics Counter Without Me , and basically the beauty industry's watchdog—is in the Fat Mascara studio to bust some beauty myths, explain what skincare ingredients can (and can't) do, and tell us how she really feels about sheet masks. This is an interview-only episode, but we promise it's a good one. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast....

Jan Arnold, co-founder and style director of CND, chats with us about all things manis, from sneaky salon practices to avoid to the best way to do gels. Before that: We’re having a party at the St. Ives Mixing Bar in NYC! Listen up for details on how you can come hang. Also, we report from last week’s New York Indie Beauty Expo, Intern Chloe gets on the mic before she leaves for her first rea...

Jackie Johnson, host of Natch Beaut (and crazy-funny actress/comedian), pops by to talk about growing up on the Texas pageant circuit, the most shocking things she's learned about the beauty industry, which brands get her loyalty, and which "can keep walkin'!" Before that: An exciting giveaway from our friends at Beauty Pie; how to wake up with healthy hair; new strategies for recycling your beaut...

Luke Henderson, celebrity makeup artist and hairstylist, gets real about working with reality stars (he tends to the most major Real Housewives and Ladies of London), shares his top makeup recommendations, and reveals what on-demand beauty apps are doing to the economics of the industry. Before that: Big news for the Fat Mascara Fam (Jenn’s engaged!) and taking the perfect ring selfie is harder th...

Aerin Lauder, founder of beauty and lifestyle brand Aerin, shares the sweetest stories about her grandmother (Mrs. Estée Lauder!) and talks about her company, her signature style, and her friends Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford, and Michael Kors (NBD). Before that, we discuss CosmoProf, influencers throwing shade, collagen supplements, and beauty brands that manufacture scarcity with hyped-up waiting lists...

Linda Wells, chief creative officer at Revlon and founding editor of  Allure , explains why the world needs another beauty brand (Flesh), shares what she really thinks about magazines, and opens up about her infamous banned-word list. Oh, and she tells us what products she actually pays for. Before that: New segment alert!: Jess Shops Like a Normal...

Mega-beauty influencer Jaclyn Hill opens up about that wedge between the influencer and editorial worlds, squashes rumors about her self-made story, and explains why she's more private than ever these days. (Also, she gives major selfie tips.) Before that, we recap our first-ever Fat Mascara listener party; ponder Forbes' Kylie Jenner cover feature; and spotlight a questionable new men's hair tren...

Moon Juice founder Amanda Chantal Bacon gives us the scoop on her new adaptogenic skincare line, why lowering our cortisol is the key to good skin (and great sex), and what it's like to be the (unintentional) face of the modern wellness movement. Also: Jess fills us in on her wellness odyssey, and Jenn finds a new (ultra-gentle) alternative to retinol. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Erin Parsons, Global Makeup Artist for Maybelline New York, talks to us about how she went from the Air Force to the makeup counter to working with Gigi Hadid in the big leagues. Before that, we chat about a boundary-pushing new beauty brand, Billie; why face wash doesn't get enough play; and our summer air-drying strategies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Herbalist Barbara Close, founder of Naturopathica, shares her holistic approach to skincare without getting judgy about synthetics—and tells us how to prevent bloating after eating beans and greens. Also in this episode: an invitation to our Nexxus party; Jenn's eyelash perm; deep thoughts on button-pushing beauty (and Flesh, Linda Wells's new line at Ulta); and Hwahae, a Korean app that deciphers...

Tina Bornstein of Tony & Tina enlightens us on the power of color and helps us tap into our own intuitive powers. In addition to being a beauty guru, she's also an energetic healer. Before that: We talk about our upcoming summer listener party (listen for deets!) and the new maximalist v. minimalist makeup debate.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hair guru Adir Abergel explains how to wear hair accessories (and not look ridiculous), reveals the cut of the moment, and inspires us to wear more jewelry. Before that: We chat about Sephora's big new beauty event, Crayola's cool Asos collab, and our cool new crimping hack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rita Hazan, celebrity colorist, tells us what's killing your dye job, how to preserve it, and which shade of blonde just has to go. Before that: We chat about Jenn's #1 beauty crush; reveal our favorite beauty beach reads; and map out the ultimate travel beauty routine.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ukonwa Ojo, CoverGirl's SVP of marketing, explains why the company dropped its "Easy, Breezy, Beautiful" tagline, stresses the importance of inclusivity in the beauty world, and predicts where the industry is going next. Before that: how women with food allergies should shop for beauty, the Fenty effect in makeup, and reef-safe sunscreens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...

Meghan Markle got married! We chat about her wedding look (she and Jess had the same makeup artist, Daniel Martin!). Plus, we discuss the Cosmetic Executive Women Beauty Awards, do a Deep Dive on the skincare ingredient squalane, give you fixes for blisters, and review Glossier’s new mascara. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Smile! Cosmetic dentist Dr. Marc Lowenberg talks about bad breath, which oral care products are B.S., and what you can really do to get a more beautiful smile. Before that, we've got tips for preventing eyeshadow fallout and our take on some fancy new facials. Plus, Jenn talks about bladder matters, including how she deals with interstitial cystitis and recurrent UTIs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Rachel Goodwin, NARS Director of Pro Artistry, talks Met Gala glamour, her ice cream obsession, and the most underutilized product in your kit. Before that, we chat about Jess's Bazaar new gig; Pat McGrath's divine new collaboration; the real deal on sugaring; and whether your skincare really works better at night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wedding recap time! Jess shares all the beauty details of her big day, Jenn plays doctor and injects filler, and the girls explain why bronzer can sometimes be a dirty word. Then, Benefit Cosmetics global beauty authority Maggie Ford Danielson reveals the company's storied past, details her favorite charities (and what you can do to help), and explains why she'd apply mascara with a Beautyblender...

Essence magazine's fashion and beauty director, Julee Wilson, fills in for Jess while she's away on her honeymoon. During this special episode of Fat Mascara, Julee and Jenn discuss New York City's Beautycon, the double-cleansing trend, and have some very real talk about body-hair grooming.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

GQ grooming director Garrett Munce discusses why men want permission to talk about beauty, the death of the term "metrosexual," and the reason he's over the lumberjack look. We also share the science behind topicals with CBD (cannabidiol), discuss Bobbi Brown's new wellness line, and get into the history (and current popularity) of cica balms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...