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 / Raising a Wand Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit Twitter: @fatmascara Email: info@fatmascara.comWebsite: fatmascara.comDiscounts from the pod: Follain.com/mascara enter promo code mascara for free shipping and the clean essentials kit for $22; takecareof.com and enter code mascara for 25% off your first month; awayluggage.com/mascara and enter promo code mascara for $20 off a suitcase; Freshbasket.com enter code mascara for $20 off your first three orders   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Demsey, Executive Group President of The Estée Lauder Companies, Inc., shares his early days in the beauty industry, offers entrepreneurship advice, and reveals his love for pets. Other topics include fragrance shopping in Amsterdam, the hype around facial rollers, and solutions for acne issues.

Guest co-host Andrea Lavinthal shares Hollywood gossip and favorite beauty products. Topics include frizzy hair and the perils of hiring celebrity spokespeople. They discuss their careers as beauty editors, unique treatments, celebrity interviews, and the unrealistic message of postpartum jeans. They also recommend Electric Picks jewelry and a face mask from Girl Undiscovered skincare brand.

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 essential oils. (Who knew they were so controversial?) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 real job, and - yes, more free stuff - Tatcha is a offering a mega giveaway for one lucky Fat Mascara listener!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jackie Johnson, host of Natch Beaut, shares shocking truths about the beauty industry. Nighttime hair care routines and tips for natural-looking makeup for ages 60+ are also discussed. The hosts express their love for the show and memorable guests, and touch upon the male gaze, money in the beauty industry, and wedding planning with Zola and Bakers.

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 than it looks; California moves to ban animal testing; and—serious question—are waves the new blowout? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aerin Lauder, founder of Aerin, talks about her company and her relationships with Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford, and Michael Kors. The hosts discuss influencers throwing shade, collagen supplements, beauty brands creating scarcity, and the legacy of Estee Lauder.