Fat Mascara

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 Person. Also, what to do if you get a sunburn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jaclyn Hill, mega-beauty influencer, talks about the wedge between the influencer and editorial worlds, addresses rumors about her self-made story, and discusses why she's more private than ever. The hosts also recap their first-ever Fat Mascara listener party, ponder Forbes' Kylie Jenner cover feature, spotlight a questionable new men's hair trend, and share fashion insights and hair care tips.

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 more information.

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 ingredient labels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Topics discussed in this episode include the power of color and intuitive powers, a summer listener party, the maximalist vs minimalist makeup debate, color therapy and chakras, infusing products with energy, and the importance of treating yourself.

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, discusses inclusivity in beauty, dropping the tagline, and industry predictions. They also talk about food allergies in skincare, the Fenty effect, and reef-safe sunscreens.

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.