Ep. 143: When Are You More Than Just an Influencer?

February 8, 2019 Fat Mascara

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This week, beauty influencer Arshia Moorjani pulls back the curtain on what it's like to be a full-time content creator. We talk about self-confidence and the true meaning of diversity in beauty. Plus, she shares her makeup tips and tricks. Before that: We discuss a scary new semi-permanent makeup trend (beware of semi-permanent concealer, foundation, and BB cream!); talk about SEEN, a dermatologist-designed hair care line; and share news of the amazing bath and body line The Right To Shower, which is donating all of its first-year profits to charities that help bring showers to people living on the streets. If you want to get involved the cause, check out some of these organizations: Project Outpour, Streetside Showers, Organization of Hope, and Brooklyn Community Services.

Below are links to the people, topics, and products mentioned on this episode. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Dominique Bossavy - the permanent makeup artist Jenn mentioned
The Right to Shower - the new line from Unilever
The Right to Shower Body Wash in Joy - Jenn said it has orange blossom, but it’s actually tangerine and honeysuckle (oops!)
Lava Mae- the largest mobile shower organization in the U.S.
Esi Eggleston Bracy - EVP & COO of Personal Care for Unilever North America
Dr. Iris Rubin - the dermatologist who created SEEN
SEEN Hair Care
Arshia Moorjani’s How To: Big Sexy Hair in under 10 Minutes!
L'Oréal
Est é e Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Makeup
Priyanka Chopra
Uma Oils
Pratima Skincare
Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation
Lancome
Beauty Blender
MAC 217 Synthetic Blending Brush- Arshia’s must-have blending brush!
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
L'Oréal Paris Lash Paradise Mascara - the Better Than Sex dupe (Thanks, Arshia!)
L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Carbon Black Mascara
Urban Decay Brow Blade
L'Oréal Paris Unbelieva-brow Longwear Waterproof Brow Gel
Huda Beauty Kayali Fragrance
Dyson Airwrap

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Frederic Fekkai The One
Lumene Valo Vitamin C Arctic Berry Cocktail Brightening Hydra-Oil

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Ep. 142: Ask the Pharmacist

February 1, 2019 Fat Mascara

Your favorite (we hope!) dynamic duo is back together for a full and regularly scheduled episode. This week, we asked pharmacist Ian Ginsberg, the president of C.O. Bigelow, to share some of the top questions his customers ask and give us the answers. The discussion veers into very interesting territory (“Do bees have faces?” “Why do you want a kidney-colored lipstick?”) and there’s real talk about confusing topics such as parabens, sulfates, probiotics, and how to pass a drug test. Before the interview, we discuss Olaplex, French Girl "nothingness" and Jess’s experience at the David Mallet salon, and Jenn's sassy AF grandma.

#FatMascaraFaves- Stay tuned on IG for a chance to be featured in our newest weekly series!
Color Me Beautiful by Carole Jackson
Guerlain Shalimar Eau de Parfum Grandma Ruby’s fave
Olaplex
hair stylist Barb Thompson
Kerastase Crème Chronologiste Hair Mask
Oribe Signature Moisture Mask
Leonor Greyl Paris Masque Quintessence
Garnier Fructis Nourishing Treat 1 Minute Hair Mask
CND Shellac
hair stylist David Mallet
David Mallet Hair Serum DM027
The History of C.O. Bigelow- the infamous soda fountain and more!
Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner
Preparation H Maximum Strength Hemorrhoidal Cream
Ellis Faas Milky Lips Shade L203 Plum- the “kidney colored” lipstick!
C.O. Bigelow Rose Cold Cream- first product made in apothecary; no longer sold
C.O. Bigelow Rose Salve Tin
C.O. Bigelow Lemon Body Cream- oldest product; developed in 1870!
Marvis Classic Mint Toothpaste
Proraso Shaving Cream- Refreshing and Toning Formula
Avene PhysioLift Eyes
C.O. Bigelow Deluxe Gentle Cleanser
Clarins Men Active Face Wash
Acqua di Parma Colonia Eau de Cologne
Le Labo Bergamote 22

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Coolibar Women’s Wide Brim Beach Hat UPF 50+ in Natural
Anjou Essential Oils Gift Set

Ep. 141: From Red Carpet to Green Beauty

January 25, 2019 Fat Mascara

Giuliana Rancic, E! host, entrepreneur, and founder of Fountain of Truth skincare, is on the other side of the mic this week. She opens up about fertility struggles, beating breast cancer, being her own glam squad, and how red carpet coverage has changed. Be sure to check out Giuliana on Insta @giulianarancic and @fountainoftruthbeauty for more exciting news regarding the line. FYI, guys: It's a mini episode—we'll be back with lots of beauty news next week!

Ardell Lashes
Etsy
Hain Celestial
Fountain of Truth Good Day Souffle Hydrating Moisturizer w/ SPF 15
Fountain of Truth The Truth Insta- Face Life Elixir
Fountain of Truth: Super Bio-ferment Complex- Giuliana talks briefly about this on the pod!
Fountain of Truth Skin Nutrition Kit- Newest launch; Fat Mascara sneak preview!
Lady Gaga Stuns in Valentino Couture Dress at 2019 Golden Globes- in Harper’s Bazaar
RPM Restaurants
Gaby Raguso at North Western Med Spa- Giuliana’s brow tech in Chicago
Anastasia Beverly Hills Perfect Brow Pencil
Dose of Colors Bare With Me Liquid Matte Lipstick
RMCM Salon- Giuliana’s hair stylist and colorist in Chicago
Fountain of Truth Foaming Face Cleanser- another Fat Mascara sneak preview (See @fatmascara IG story for BTS)
Fountain of Truth Take it Off Cleansing Balm
Zola - for $50 off your Wedding registry

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Ep. 140: Everybody Has a Beauty Story

January 18, 2019 Fat Mascara

On this week’s episode, we sit down with Allure’s editor in chief Michelle Lee, an influential force in the beauty industry thanks to her job (obviously) and her personal Instagram feed, @heymichellelee. We discuss her start in beauty and how her vision of diversity and inclusivity has modernized Allure. Plus, she shares her favorite products and tips and tricks for the perfect, long-lasting manicure. Also on this episode: Our thoughts on Kendall Jenner’s announcement that she’s a Proactiv spokesperson; fixes for hair flyaways; and a controversial conversation about sunscreen based on this article from Outside Magazine.

Proactiv
Kristin Ess Texture Taming Root Control Iron
Davide Hair Studio
ORIBE Matte Waves Texture Lotion
Is Sunscreen the New Margarine? - in Outside Magazine
Allure podcast
Pond’s Cold Cream Cleanser
Olay
Color Me Beautiful by Carole Jackson
Halima Aden on Allure’s July 2017 issue
Helen Mirren on Allure’s September 2017 issue
Editor’s Letter: The End of “Anti- Aging,” One Year Later
Phillip Picardi’s episode of Fat Mascara
Linda Wells’ episode of Fat Mascara
Allure Beauty Box
Nylon
Then I Met You The Cleansing Duo
Tarte Cosmetics
CHANEL
Pat McGrath Labs
Tatcha The Essence Plumping Skin Softener
Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum
Drunk Elephant C-Firma Day Serum
Joanna Vargas Exfoliating Mask
ReVive Skincare Perfectif Even Skin Tone Cream Dark Spot Corrector
Flower Beauty Shimmer & Strobe Highlighting Palette
Rituel de Fille The Alchemist Highlight Intensifier
Makeup artist Nam Vo
Zoya Nail Polish
Mario Badescu Facial Spray
Grown Alchemist Body Cream Mandarin & Rosemary Leaf
Gator Balm
Le Labo Bergamote 22
Louis Vuitton Le Jour Se Leve
Briogeo Hair Care
NatureLab
Bumble and Bumble Prêt-à-powder Très Invisible (Nourishing) Dry Shampoo
Lancôme Monsieur Big Waterproof Mascara - one of Michelle’s faves
Maybelline The Falsies Flared Waterproof Mascara - another one of Michelle’s faves (Gemma Chan too!)
MAC Brushstroke Liner in Brushblack - Michelle’s must have eye liner!

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Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Illuminating
Bausch + Lomb Lumify Eye Drops

Ep. 139: All About Eyes

January 11, 2019 Fat Mascara

Did you miss us last week? We missed you! It’s our first episode of 2019, and we’re back and ready to talk—about our new year’s resolutions. We also discuss the beauty news coming out of the Consumer Electronics Show and this article in the New York Times that details all the issues with cosmetology schools and the licensing requirements in some states. After that, it’s time to answer your questions about eyes. Dr. Shereene Idriss of Union Square Dermatology is here here to help! Make sure to follow her on Instagram and tune in to her amazing “Pillow Talk” sessions on IG Stories.

Supergoop! Sun-Defying Sunscreen Oil with Meadowfoam SPF 50
Colorescience Sunforgettable Mineral SPF 50 Sunscreen Brush
Neutrogena debuts 3D printed sheet masks at Consumers Electronic Show
Modiface
L’Oréal debuts skin pH sensor at Consumer Electronics Show
Biologique Recherche “1970” Original P50 Lotion - with phenol
Biologique Recherche P50 Lotion - without phenol
Oral-B unveils news of an AI-intelligent toothbrush at Consumer Electronics Show
”A $21,000 Cosmetology School Debt, and a $9-an-Hour Job” - in the New York Times
Harry Josh’s episode of Fat Mascara
Bernadette Thompson’s episode of Fat Mascara
Jen Atkins’ episode of Fat Mascara
Vaseline Original Jelly - makes a great eye cream, says Dr. Idriss
Ole Henriksen Banana Bright Eye Créme
Nia 24 Eye Repair Complex
Neocutis Lumière Bio-restorative Eye Cream
Belotero Dermal Filler
Skinceuticals Sheer Physical UV Defense SPF 50
Kérastase
Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
Kevyn Aucoin Precision Brow Pencil
Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer
MAC Pro Longwear Liquidline in Dip Down
Westman Atelier Lit Up Highlight Stick
Weleda Skin Food
Weleda Skin Food Lip Butter
Bioderma Micellar Water
Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser
Defenage 8-in-1 Bioserum
La Prairie Skin Caviar Absolute Filler

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Glossier Lash Slick Mascara
Cle de Peau Radiant Cushion Foundation

Ep. 138: The Naughty & Nice List

December 28, 2018 Fat Mascara

Fat Mascara’s Jennifer Goldstein and Jessica Matlin

We're wrapping up 2018 with a special episode highlighting the best and worst the beauty industry had to offer this year. From our favorite brands, launches, and looks to the products, news, and trends we'd rather forget about, this podcast is the ultimate recap. Here’s a list of all the brands, people, and products we mentioned:

Covergirl
Leaping Bunny
Paula Begoun
Hatch Mama Belly Sheet Mask
Patchology Hydrating Lip Gels
Dr. Jart Dermask Hydrating Hand Mask
Kocostar Breast Sheet Mask
Briogeo Don't Despair, Repair! Deep Conditioning Hair Cap System
L’Oréal EverPure Intense Repair Hair Sheet Mask
Eco Your Skin Face Blanket Mask
Vitner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum
Demi Lovato on InStyle’s October issue, with makeup by Daniel Martin
Christina Aguilera on Paper’s April issue, with makeup by Kali Kennedy
Beyoncé on Vogue’s September issue, with makeup by Sir John
Spectrum Beauty
Madison Reed Hair Color
Overtone
Dove
Mario Dedivanovic
Decorté Eye Glow Gem (cream shadow)
Decorté Luxscara Mascara
Decorté Sheer Brilliance (tinted moisturizer)
Flesh
Linda Wells
Flesh Fleshpot Eye & Cheek Lip Gloss
Jameela Jamil
News about brands paying influencers to write bad reviews of their competitors
Kevin James Bennett
Marlena Stell
Makeup Geek
Pretty Pastel Please
Lo Bosworth
Love Wellness
Fur Fur Oil
Nécessaire Sex Gel
For Hims
For Hers
Adyii
Dendy Engelman, MD
Allure podcast
Forever 35 podcast
Outspoken Beauty podcast
Natch Beaut
Beauty News podcast
Beauty Boss podcast
The Makeup Podcast
Lip Stories podcast by Girl Boss Radio
Clean Beauty podcast
The Emma Guns show

Ep. 137: Do What Feels Good

December 21, 2018 Fat Mascara

Hannah Bronfman, the DJ, beauty entrepreneur (she founded the Beautified app, influencer, Adidas ambassador, and soon-to-be author (her book, Do What Feels Good: Recipes, Remedies, and Routines to Treat Your Body Right comes out January 8!) is here to inspire us to start 2019 right. Before we chat with her, we discuss the legendary career of Oribe Canales, who passed away earlier this week. Plus, we share our favorite holiday candles and tell you how to fix those little broken blood vessels on your face (FYI: they’re called telangiectasias).

Oribe Haircare
Frederic Malle Joyeux Noel Candle
Basenotes.net - site we love that has great fragrance descriptions
Nest Birchwood Pine Classic Candle
Sunday Forever X Fithouse Palo Santo and Eucalyptus Candle
Fithouse
Bath & Body Works Eucalyptus Mint Candle
Cire Trudon Gizeh Candle
Diptyque Feu de Bois (Wood Fire) Candle
Lumecca - IPL Treatment
Adam Kolker, MD - plastic surgeon
Murray’s Pomade & Haircare Line
Queen Helene Haircare
Montana by Claude Montana Eau de Toilette - the signature scent of Hannah’s mom, Sherri Brewer
True Botanicals Hydrating Cleanser
True Botanicals Resurfacing Body Mask - Hannah calls it a “body peel”
True Botanicals Pure Radiance Body Oil
True Botanicals Renew Pure Radiance Facial Oil
Dr. Barbara Sturm Darker Skin Tones - the skincare line developed with Angela Bassett
Eminence Calm Skin Arnica Masque
Elemis
Charlotte Tilbury Full Fat Lashes Mascara
Smashbox Super Fan Mascara - the travel size!
Mary Kay Brow Gel
Jenn Streicher
Wander Beauty Wander Beauty On-the-Glow Blush & Illuminator - Berry Whisper/Nude Glow
Erborian CC Crème High Definition Radiance Face Cream Skin Perfector - in Caramel, Hannah’s shade
Vernon Francois Haircare
Briogeo Haircare
Nancy Twine
Rahua Haircare
African Botanics Eye Cream

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Peter Thomas Roth Pumpkin Enzyme Mask
Whiteman Airforce Base - click here to read more about how the Airman and Family Readiness Program at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, and its Braids to Buns event

Ep. 136 The Magic of Cannabis

December 14, 2018 Fat Mascara

Derek Chase, the pesident of Flora + Bast

Derek Chase, president of Flora + Bast, is on this week’s episode to help explain why cannabidiol (CBD) is so big in beauty and how it can benefit your skin and mood. He also drops knowledge on the difference between hemp and marijuana, other cannabinoids (like THC), the ketogenic diet, adaptogens, and how to get surfer-boy hair. Before that: We critique the new "universally flattering" makeup shades; Jenn introduces a wild study about goosebumps; and Jess reveals her Top 5 Cream Shadows of All Time.

Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer - in Fenty Glow, the rose gold shade
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb in Diamond Milk - the white, pearlized shade
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb in Fu$$y - the new pinkier shade
Maybelline Color Sensational Made for All Lipstick - in Red for Me, the universal red
Nars Blush in Orgasm
The Paradox of Choice - we mentioned Malcolm Gladwell, but the book detailing this concept is actually by Barry Schwartz
Alessandra (Alex) Steinherr’s Primark Collection
An article about the study showing goosebumps can boost hair growth
Paxman - the scalp-cooling devices that may prevent hair loss associated with cancer treatments

Jess’s Top 5 Cream Shadows (+ 1 from Jenn)
Jillian Dempsey Lid Tint in Bronze
Christian Louboutin Tape à L’Oeil Eye Color in Pyrite - the metallic shade she wore in this photo
RMS Beauty Eye Polish
Christian Dior Diorshow Mono Fusion Eyeshadow
Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerize Cream Shadow
+ Revlon ColorStay Créme Eyeshadow

Flora + Bast
Epidiolex - the cannabis-based epilepsy drug
Milk Makeup Kush Mascara
Moon Juice Founder Amanda Chantal Bacon
SC Labs
Flora + Bast Age Adapting Facial Serum - use code FAT for 50% off!
Flora + Bast Age Adapting Sleep Tincture - use code FAT for 50% off!
Jung Maven Hemp Clothing
Kérastase Nutritive Conditioner
Kiehl’s Deep Cleansing Calendula Cleanser
Mizani Moisture Fusion Intense Moisturizing Mask

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Aerin X Johanna Ortiz Lipstick in Tayrona Nude Beach
Aerin X Johanna Ortiz Cali Beauty Bag
Rene Furterer Okara Radiance Color Enhancing Shampoo

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Ep. 135: A Vodka Soda and Three Hot Dogs

December 7, 2018 Fat Mascara

Lucia Pica, Chanel’s global creative director for makeup and color — Lucia Pica, Chanel’s global creative director for makeup and color

We’re bringing the glamour this week! Makeup artist Lucia Pica (aka, Chanel’s global creative director for makeup and color) is here with behind-the scenes details of the fashion house’s Métiers d'Art show, featuring these gorgeous beauty looks. She also talks about her work with Penélope Cruz and Kristen Stewart and what it was like to be Charlotte Tilbury’s first assistant. Before that, we detail our run-in with Hollywood icon Julia Roberts and share some interesting information about the correlation between aging and facial asymmetry.

Below are links to the rest of the people, topics, and products mentioned on this episode. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi) reach out to us on Instagram, Twitter or via email (info@fatmascara.com).

Ben Is Back
Heidi Waldorf, MD - Jenn’s dermatologist
the facial asymmetry study Jenn mentioned
Forrest Whitaker - in case you, like Jess, do not know what he looks like
Escape from Dannemora - an excellent show startting hot-hot-hot Benicio Del Toro
Lucia Pica’s Travel Diary video for Chanel
Greasepaint School of Makeup in London - where Lucia took a course
Charlotte Tilbury
Shu Uemura
Cy Twombly
Georgia O’Keefe
[Still trying to confirm the name of the water color artist she mentioned! Maybe Louise Bouchard? Is that a person? Comment if you know it!]
Auguste Rodin
CHANEL Rouge Allure Ink in Experimenté - Jenn’s favorite red lipstick
CHANEL Rouge Allure Liquid Powder Lip Color
CHANEL Stylo Yeux Waterproof
Cleansing water - Lucia likes Bioderma Sensibo Micellar Cleansing Water (aka “Crealine”)
CHANEL Baume Essentiel in Sculpting - coming in January (we’re obsessed!)
CHANEL Baume Essentiel in Transparent - coming in January (we’re obsessed!)
Ciaté London Dewy Stix in Natural Transparent
Pat McGrath Labs Skin Fetish Highlighter & Balm Duo
Susanne Kaufmann Eye Cream
Vitner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum
CHANEL La Solution 10 de Chanel
CHANEL UV Essentiel
Hair Rituel by Sisley

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Sonya Dakkar Flash Facial
Clark’s Botanicals Retinol Rescue Face Serum

Ep. 134: Retinol, Retinoid, Retin-A, Retinoid Acid

November 30, 2018 Fat Mascara

Is it us or has the number of anti-aging skincare products available skyrocketed in the past few years? If you’re confused about what to use, what ingredients do, what order to put on products, and what’s harmful versus safe, this is the episode for you. Dermatologist Dr. Dendy Engelman, who has been consulting with Elizabeth Arden on new skincare products, is here to explain everything—in words you can understand (promise!). Before the interview, we discuss this article explaining South Korea’s Escape The Corset movement and backlash against rigid beauty standards. We also weigh in on new line Nécessaire and the prevalence of high-end sex gels.

Below are links to people and products mentioned on this episode—as well as a list of some of the ingredients Dr. Engelman mentions so you can do your own research.

Alexandra Stephenson
Bratz dolls
Nécessaire
Nécessaire Sex Gel
Überlube - also a great hair finisher!
Elizabeth Arden Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum
bakuchiol - a botanical alternative to retinol
Tazorac
vitamin C
ferulic acid
phloretin
idebenone
Biologique Recherche “1970” Original P50 Lotion - with phenol
Biologique Recherche P50 Lotion - without phenol
lactic acid
glycolic acid
Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Replenishing Cleansing Oil
Epionce Lytic Gel Cleanser
Nutrafol - a hair supplement that Dr. Dendy thinks might be helping to reduce the number of gray hairs she has (!)
Elizabeth Arden Prevage City Smart Sunscreen - has a slight tint and creates a semi-permeable barrier that protects against pollution
Huda Beauty Eazy Lash - #17 Harmony
MAC Lip Pencil in Soar
MAC Lipstick in Brave
CHANEL Lip Gloss - Dr. Dendy’s shade (109) is actually discontinued, but 806 is similar

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Flamingo Foaming Shave Gel
Sunday Forever “The Cooper” Kimono

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