

Fat Mascara
Jessica Matlin
Fat Mascara has been leading the conversation about beauty and beyond since 2016. Join veteran journalist and retail insider Jessica Matlin (of Harper’s Bazaar, Teen Vogue, W, Moda Operandi) as she sits down with celebrities, artists, executives, doctors, perfumers, writers, and more, allowing these experts to share their insider knowledge, but also express themselves in ways never heard before. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 4, 2022 • 38min
Ep. 450: Sexy, Expensive & Controversial with Makeup Artist Marcelo Gutierrez
Makeup artist and filmmaker Marcelo Gutierrez does sexy, expensive, and sometimes controversial work, but never without sensitivity. Jess talks to him about his serendipitous start in the business, his celebrity clientele (Dua Lipa, Lily-Rose Depp), his influences, and how his identity informs his art.Sponsor links & discount codes: shopmy.us/collections/31511Episode recaps with links: fatmascara.com/blogProducts mentioned on Ep. 450: shopmy.us/collections/85592Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 2, 2022 • 32min
Ep. 449: Olivia Wilde Says She's From Another Planet (Replay)
Filmmaker and actress Olivia Wilde is here to talk about her beauty growing pains, adventures in hair dye and microblading, raising her daughter to have a healthy relationship with beauty, and more. Plus, she tells Jenn how and why she became a "brand activist" for True Botanicals (Jess was busy with all things Fashion Week when we recorded). FYI: This interview originally aired in September, 2018. We’ll be back on Friday with all new episodes!Sponsor links & discount codes:shopmy.us/collections/31511Episode recaps with links: fatmascara.com/blogProducts mentioned on Ep. 449: shopmy.us/collections/84876Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 2022 • 26min
Ep. 448: Hair Relaxers, Cosmetic Injectables & The Week’s Beauty News
We’ve got the details on a new study that found a connection between hair relaxers and uterine cancer, plus an update on the makeup-free Miss England contestant and some thoughts on Jared Leto. After that, we’re talking about current trends in cosmetic injectables with Samantha Kerr, PhD, the chief science officer of Merz Aesthetics, in a segment sponsored by Xeomin, an FDA-approved treatment used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults. Education about aesthetic treatments! We love to see it!To learn more about Xeomin, find a provider near you, and read the full prescribing information, visit: XeominAesthetic.com Sponsor links & discount codes: shopmy.us/collections/31511Episode recaps with links: fatmascara.com/blogProducts mentioned on Ep. 448: https://shopmy.us/collections/82290Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 21, 2022 • 41min
Ep. 447: Aromatherapy Can Do That with Denise LaPalm
Anxiety? Stress? Aromatherapy can help with that—and also pain management, lack of energy, and so much more. Certified aromatherapist Denise LaPalm, the founder (and Chief Stress Officer!) of L'Beauxtique is here to talk about the difference between essential oils and carrier oils, share some of her favorite oils and tips for getting a better night’s sleep, and explain why not all aromatherapists love lavender.Sponsor links & discount codes: shopmy.us/collections/31511Episode recaps with links: fatmascara.com/blogProducts mentioned on Ep. 447: shopmy.us/collections/80450Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 2022 • 33min
Ep. 446: Top 10 Perfumes, Beauty’s Dumping Ground & The Week’s Beauty News
Hosts discuss their experiences with color analysis, including a funny encounter with Anna Wintour. They explore the importance of sustainability in the beauty industry and reveal the top fragrances in the US. The podcast also delves into factors of attractiveness and the impact of makeup.

Oct 14, 2022 • 53min
Ep. 445: Gen Z Beauty Trends with Marina Mansour
What are the skintellectuals putting on their faces? Why is the “clean girl” aesthetic problematic? Is Beauty (with a capital B) becoming more democratic? Marina Mansour, vice president of beauty and wellness for the Gen Z entertainment company Kyra, guides us through the state of beauty for Gen Z (teens and young adults ages 13 - 25 in 2022). Enjoy the sharp trend analysis and helpful beauty advice—but also the glazed-donut nails, glowy sunscreen, and vanilla-scented perfume.Products & people mentioned on Ep. 445: shopmy.us/collections/79246Episode recap, links, and sponsor promo codes: fatmascara.com/blogPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 2022 • 32min
Ep. 444: How 24-7 Camera Culture Affects Beauty Standards & This Week’s Beauty News
What does seeing our own faces all day long mean for the future of makeup application, our mental health, and more? Let’s talk about it. Plus: passport photo makeup; Dove’s study of toxic beauty standards; how perfume made its way into video games; why Dua Lipa is investing in a beauty brand instead of starting one; Ozzy Osbourne’s limited-edition makeup. And thank you to all the listeners who are submitting their fall fragrance recommendations! We’ll share a few.Products & people mentioned on Ep. 444: shopmy.us/collections/78815Episode recap, links, and sponsor promo codes: fatmascara.com/blogPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 7, 2022 • 42min
Ep. 443: How to Live Your Best Half with Naomi Watts
Actress Naomi Watts wants to have a conversation about menopause—and we are here for it! We chat about cultural attitudes toward aging, whether the “last f**kable day” is still a thing, why menopause was a taboo topic for our moms and their moms, and why that needs to change. Plus, she shares the secrets she’s learned to living her best half (aka, the second half of her life); how she’s dealt with all the changes that happen “scalp to vag” before, during, and after menopause; her new brand, Stripes; and some of her favorite beauty products.Products & people mentioned on Ep. 443: shopmy.us/collections/77586Episode recap, links, and sponsor promo codes: fatmascara.com/blogPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 5, 2022 • 26min
Ep. 442: Flesh-Colored Water, Hugimals & The Week’s Beauty News
This podcast is for “all the beauties,” as Olivier Rousteing likes to say. We’re talking about his Balmain beauty play; the Gen X and millennial natural brands staging comebacks; Beauty Pie’s new refillable Unlipstick; and our dislike of foundation that’s too sheer (flesh-colored water) & lipstick that’s not comforting (lip-colored water). Plus, let’s raise some wands to two amazing fall fragrances and Hugimals, the weighted stuffed animals we’re obsessed with.Products & people mentioned on Ep. 442: shopmy.us/collections/77035Episode recap, links, and sponsor promo codes: fatmascara.com/blogPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 30, 2022 • 57min
Ep. 441: How Traditional Chinese Medicine Can Help Your Skin With Sandra Lanshin Chiu
What’s the difference between gua sha, face-rolling, lymphatic drainage, face massage, and facial exercise? And what can these techniques actually do for your skin? Acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist Sandra Lanshin Chiu is here to tell us. Plus, she explains some of the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), tells us about the cultural history of facial gua sha, and shares her favorite facial mists and oils. Products & people mentioned on Ep. 441: shopmy.us/collections/75720Episode recap, links, and sponsor promo codes: fatmascara.com/blogPrivate Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a WandSocial media: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_editSubmit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation and be featured on the show: email info@fatmascara.com or leave a voicemail at 646-481-8182 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


