Best Flanker Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 537: Makeup Flankers, Hyperosmia & The Week’s Beauty News 40:07

17d ago40:07

40:07

Jess & Jenn share highlights from two beauty conferences, and then discuss the copywriting over at Vacation Inc.; the challenges of building a lasting fragrance brand; changes at Space NK; the beauty brands with Olympics tie-ins; new flanker products for Clinique Black Honey; the woman with hyperosmia (a super-sensitive olfactive ability) who can s…

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How Technology Is Changing Beauty Culture with Dr. Alex Box 1:01:02

20h ago1:01:02

1:01:02

Futurist, tech CEO, and makeup artist Alex Box, DDes, is working to make sure that as technology continues to evolve, our humanity and creativity isn’t lost. If you feel like social media, AI, and the metaverse are negatively affecting beauty standards, our self-esteem, and artist creativity, Alex offers an alternative: What if we all work together…

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Best of FM: Hairstylist Sally Hershberger 41:44

3d ago41:44

41:44

In this confessional and juicy interview, hairstylist Sally Hershberger takes us back to SoCal in the late 1970s, and shares how she parlayed her rock-star-adjacent life into a full-on creative career, working in salons and then on set as one of the fashion world’s favorite hairstylists. She talks about giving Meg Ryan her famous shag haircut, crea…

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Making Perfume Sexy Again with Kilian Hennessy 32:05

8d ago32:05

32:05

Kilian Hennessy, founder of Kilian Paris, talks about his famous last name, the history and semantics of fragrance, and the "potential consequences of making perfumed panties," in this interview, which originally aired in 2019. Plus, he explains why tuberose is better than Cheetos and what it’s like to be part of a big beauty conglomerate like Esté…

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Ep. 538: Chat GPT’s Skincare Advice, Scented Emojis & The Week’s Beauty News 1:01:28

10d ago1:01:28

1:01:28

Jenn and Garrett discuss their recent travels, including Garrett's spa experience at a Dubai wellness hotel. Then they ask Chat GPT for skincare advice in real time (things do not go well). Plus: Trends from the new American Society of Plastic Surgeons survey; iRoma’s technology that could make movies (and emojis!) smellable in the near future; an …

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The Truth About Lash Serums, Blue Light & Eye Health with Dr. Nicky Shah 47:55

15d ago47:55

47:55

Is blue light bad for your eyes—or your skin? Which lash-growth serums work without harming your eyes? Is it okay to tightline? How do redness-relieving eye drops work, and can you get addicted to them? What’s the best way to remove eye makeup? Ophthalmologist Nicky Shah, MD, cofounder of You & Eye by Dr. Nicky, is going to answer all those questio…

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What It’s Really Like to Start a Beauty Brand, with Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye 54:36

22d ago54:36

54:36

Ami Colé founder & CEO Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye went from social media manager (Temptu, L’Oréal) to product developer (Glossier) to starting a beauty brand for melanin-rich skin—and she’s refreshingly honest about what it took to get where she is. We discuss how her personal story is part of (but not the same thing as!) her brand; what it’s like to wo…

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Ep. 536: Everything Showers, the Lip-Nip Connection & The Week’s Beauty News 39:26

24d ago39:26

39:26

Please welcome one more contributor to the Fat Mascara family: Julee Wilson is back and will be joining us more regularly! This week, she and Jenn discuss their shared dislike of rain shower heads; how to choose lip liner based on your nipple color (thanks, Glossier); the best products in the Fenty hair line; Beautyfor, a new organization helping t…

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Everything to Know About Permanent Makeup with Christine Hwang 55:49

29d ago55:49

55:49

Lip blushing, lip neutralization, restorative lip color, powder brows, microblading, how to remove permanent makeup—we’re going to learn about all of it with Christine Hwang (@newfacebychristine), a permanent makeup artist in New York City. She shares how to find a PMUA you can trust, how licensing works, the difference between regular tattoos and …

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Ep. 535: Perfume Soirées, Sea Buckthorn Oil & The Week’s Beauty News 48:54

1M ago48:54

48:54

Jess shares the gossip from two hot fragrance events in New York City. Then, we discuss Epcot’s Norwegian perfumer in residence; Fenty Hair; Sarah Creal’s new line; Olaplex skincare (is it happening?); Tweezerman tools for pet owners; powdered shampoo; buttercup-yellow nail polish; and the delightful Bask sunscreen that will keep you protected even…

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Brooke Shields on Image, Aging, and Hair 44:33

1M ago44:33

44:33

Actress, author, and entrepreneur Brooke Shields talks about an inherent tension in her life: She knows beauty is power and yet she struggles with that very idea. In this podcast exclusive, she discusses growing up on camera, how she wants her daughters to approach social media, our culture’s obsession with image and beauty—and Commence, her new ha…

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Ep. 534: Multiuse Products, Cologne Boy & The Week’s Beauty News 51:49

1M ago51:49

51:49

An eye cream that actually does something! Teenage boys buying $300 cologne! And more: The new hair-thinning clinic where Garrett got PRP therapy, prestige beauty brands on Amazon.com, a listener’s request for an all-in-one night cream for “people in their 30s,” and a review of Makeup by Mario’s new Multi-use Bronzing & Shaping Serum. Products ment…

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How Makeup Brushes Are Made with Anisa Telwar Kaicker 59:12

1M ago59:12

59:12

Consider this podcast a masterclass in makeup brushes—even if you’re a makeup artist, we promise you’ll learn something new! Anisa Telwar Kaicker’s company, Anisa International, has been manufacturing brushes for top beauty brands since 1992, and its innovations in cruelty-free fibers have helped to make the industry more ethical. Anisa is also the…

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Ep. 533: Jess is Back & The Week’s Beauty News 47:24

1M ago47:24

47:24

We’re kicking off summer with Jess, who's back from her “sabbatical” to tell us about her beauty adventures with Moda Operandi and discuss the latest: Grown Alchemist bumps Kiehl’s out of Equinox gyms; fragrances of the future (will they smell like butter or body odor?); the blush boom; a listener’s discovery of GirlCult cosmetics; a solid shampoo …

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Best of FM: Hairstylist Jawara Wauchope 34:55

2M ago34:55

34:55

Hairstylist Jawara is one of the most in-demand creatives in fashion today. He’s worked with artists like Beyoncé, Rihanna, Dua Lipa, and his longtime collaborator Solange, and created images for Off-White, Gucci, Hermès, Vogue, and i-D (he’s currently their senior beauty editor at large). We met Jawara in 2018 (when this interview originally aired…

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What Skin Cancer Looks Like & The New Ways to Find and Treat It 41:52

2M ago41:52

41:52

In honor of Skin Cancer Awareness Month, we’re replaying this interview with dermatologist Orit Markowitz, MD, a skin-cancer specialist and the founder of OptiSkin. She’ll explain why regular skin checks are more important than monitoring your moles and age spots, the latest ways to treat skin cancer without scarring, and how to protect your skin f…

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Culture Through a Girl Gaze with Amanda de Cadenet 36:49

2M ago36:49

36:49

Photographer and host Amanda de Cadenet has made a career of passing the figurative and literal mic to women, letting them share their stories and shape their own images. Now, it's her turn: The founder of The Conversation and GirlGaze talks about why women's stories are often minimized, our culture's endless obsession with youth, and the taboo top…

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Ep. 532: Discontinued Product Dupes & The Week’s Beauty News 52:43

2M ago52:43

52:43

Erica Metzger—founder of the Beauty Loop and Virtual Beauty Closet—is here to play Beauty Detective for listeners, tracking down replacements for products that have been discontinued, including a Clinique mascara, Urban Decay perfume, and RMS Beauty nail polish. Erica also has tips for how you can find a replacement for products you still miss. Plu…

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How to Prep Your Skin for a Big Event with Shani Darden 49:19

2M ago49:19

49:19

Aesthetician Shani Darden stopped by the morning after the Met Gala to talk about all the celebrities she prepped for the red carpet—and chat with Jenn about fashion’s biggest night. After the celebrity gossip, Shani shares her suggestions for getting your skin in its best shape ever for a big event (wedding, reunion, vacation, etc.). She explains …

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Ep. 531: Youthforia’s Foundation Fail, A Perfume for More Sex & The Week’s Beauty News 51:24

2M ago51:24

51:24

Who remembers Intern Tiff? Tiffany Sukhnandan is no longer our intern (she’s a marketing manager in the beauty industry!), but she’s back to hang out with Jenn and talk about sun visors; what she’s learned being behind the scenes at a dermatologist skincare brand; how badly Youthforia missed the mark expanding its range of skin tints; Charlotte Til…

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How Hormones Affect Your Appearance with OB/GYN Dr. Shieva Ghofrany 1:01:37

2M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

Board-certified OB/GYN Dr. Shieva Ghofrany is here to talk about all the ways hormones affect a woman’s appearance throughout her life, from acne and hair growth to dry skin and vulva changes. We discuss pregnancy-safe skincare and what cosmetic treatments are safe for pregnant women; why you may look different during different times in your cycle;…

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Ep. 530: Eye Color Surgery, HomeGoods Finds & The Week’s Beauty News 1:02:55

2M ago1:02:55

1:02:55

Please welcome writer Brennan Kilbane (Air Mail, Allure, etc.) to the virtual studio! He’s here to chat with Jenn about keratopigmentation, a procedure to change your eye color (!!); beauty newsletters; self-tanning peptides and the “Barbie” drug; bad Google reviews of haircuts; beauty brands funding TV shows and movies; a perfect summertime founda…

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Best of FM: How to Self-Tan Like a Celebrity with Nichola Joss 33:39

3M ago33:39

33:39

What is the absolute best way to get a self-tan that looks natural? Celebrity skincare, self-tanning, and nail expert Nichola Joss (creator of the Inner Facial) is here to tell us…in detail. In this interview, which originally aired in 2017, she covers everything from the prep to the technique to the right products. Plus, she explains how Kate Moss…

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Ep. 529: Summer Daddies, Sensory-Inclusive Salons & The Week’s Beauty News 56:51

3M ago56:51

56:51

Lots of you asked to hear more from guest co-host Garrett Munce, so he’s back! We’re talking about the surprising skin and hair products one woman found in her date’s bathroom; counterfeit Botox; the movie version of Cat Marnell’s book, How to Murder Your Life; salons for people with autism spectrum disorder, sensory-processing disorder, and relate…

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How to Make Beauty More Sustainable with Carly Snider 1:00:39

3M ago1:00:39

1:00:39

How do you shop for eco-friendlier beauty products? What are high-value plastics? How can beauty brands make their components better for the environment? We’re going to tackle all those questions with sustainable operations expert Carly Snider, the executive director of Pact Collective, a nonprofit that’s uniting the beauty industry to work toward …

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Ep. 528: Boob Lifts, Beauty Awards & The Week’s Beauty News 44:46

3M ago44:46

44:46

Jenn welcomes Julee Wilson back to the co-host seat so they can talk about Rihanna admitting that she’s considered getting a breast lift (and other post-motherhood changes). Plus: how we judge beauty awards; magnetic lashes; the rise of medical tourism for cosmetic surgery; and—in Science Corner!—a new study finds that applying makeup may help with…

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Acupuncture for Cosmetic Benefits & Allergy Relief with Gudrun Wu Snyder 54:02

3M ago54:02

54:02

Gudrun Wu Snyder, the founder of Moon Rabbit Acupuncture, explains how acupuncture works—scientifically and philosophically. We discuss how this modality of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help with allergy symptoms, collagen boosting, complexion brightening, constipation, and more. Plus: ear seeding, how acupuncture plays into cancer treatm…

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Ep. 527: Hypochlorous Acid (Take Two), Trump Perfume & The Week’s Beauty News 1:02:41

3M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Jenn welcomes guest co-host Angelo Landriscina, MD (aka @dermangelo), to talk about junk science, Andrew Huberman, dermfluencers, the “Wild West” of cosmetic surgery, perfumes that smell like sunscreen, the difference between retinol and retinal, and whether or not she will actually receive the $99 Trump Victory47 cologne she ordered. Plus, Angelo …

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Best of FM: Makeup Artist Dick Page 49:01

3M ago49:01

49:01

Makeup artist Dick Page has been playing with color and painting faces (Bella Hadid, Christy Turlington, and so many others!) for more than 30 years. In this interview—one of our most popular episodes from 2022—he talks to Jess about his career, the disappearing art of subtlety, how the way we view images today has changed the way we think about be…

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Ep. 526: Skincare Age Restrictions, Butt Wellness & The Latest Beauty News 53:21

3M ago53:21

53:21

Guest co-host Alexandra Pauly, the beauty editor of Highsnobiety, chats with Jenn about retailers that are banning sales of anti-aging skincare to children, a new line of products for butts, and the state of fragrance today. Plus: why toddlers smell like flowers and teens smell like goats; a perfume for horse girls; the best places to shop for beau…

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Nostalgic Fragrances & Olfactive Experiences with Carlos Huber 57:31

4M ago57:31

57:31

Fragrance developer Carlos Huber chats with Jess and Jenn about how perfume can be a way to experience a specific moment in time. He shares the history of patchouli; why fragrances after World War II smelled like smoke and flowers; how his brand, Arquiste Parfumeur, captures evocative moments and historical sites; and how he works with perfumers an…

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Ep. 525: Hypochlorous Acid, Broccoli Freckles & The Week’s Beauty News 58:27

4M ago58:27

58:27

Charisse Kenion, host of BeautyMe podcast, joins Jenn to talk about supermodels, changes at British Vogue, YouTube AI disclosures, France’s proposed “sin tax” on fast fashion, more diversity in dermatology photos, and broccoli freckles, the latest ridiculous micro-trend on TikTok. Listen until the end for our revelation: Hypochlorous acid is a wond…

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Guido Palau Talks Hair 38:53

4M ago38:53

38:53

Legendary hairstylist Guido Palau, who developed the new Zara Hair line and worked on Edward Enninful’s final cover for British Vogue, has done runway hair for pretty much every fashion label (Prada, Valentino, Marc Jacobs) and cut the hair of all the top models (Kaia Gerber included). He’s here to tell us about his career path in the fashion indus…

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Ep. 524: Cosmetic Injectables, David Beckham’s Nipples & The Week’s Beauty News 55:44

4M ago55:44

55:44

Guest co-host Garrett Munce, author of Self-Care for Men, gives Jenn his honest opinion on her Botox and filler, and then there’s much more to cover: why men want David Beckham’s nipples; the popularity of facelifts; how people would rather look healthy than be healthy; the success of Black-founded beauty brands; which beauty companies do the best …

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Smell & Tell with Perfume Room's Emma Vernon 44:42

4M ago44:42

44:42

In honor of Fragrance Day, we joined up with Emma Vernon, host of the podcast Perfume Room, to talk about fragrance trends, the language we use to discuss perfume, and the scents of everything from orris and carnations to egg creams and dust bunnies. Listen in as we work our way through a “smell & tell” session featuring some of Emma’s favorite sce…

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Ep. 523: Ugly Standards, Influencer Trips & The Week’s Beauty News 46:11

4M ago46:11

46:11

Guest co-host Anita Bhagwandas, author of Ugly: Giving Us Back our Beauty Standards and the Substack newsletter The Powder Room, joins Jenn to talk about pretty privilege, whether influencer trips are still a smart marketing tactic, if wearing makeup while you exercise is really that bad, discontinued products, and why Anita likes to decant her mak…

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Why Sunscreen Regulation Is So Messy with Dr. Julian Sass 57:39

4M ago57:39

57:39

Are you breaking the law when you buy sunscreen from other countries? Why is U.S. sunscreen innovation so slow? What are the real differences between chemical and mineral sunscreens? Which sunscreens have been tested on animals and why? We get into all of it with Julian Sass, PhD, a cosmetic formulator, industry consultant, and creator of an extens…

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Ep. 522: Big Hair, Boba, Dry Brushing & The Beauty News 51:12

4M ago51:12

51:12

Guest co-host Courtney Shields, the founder of DIBS Beauty and host of the Courtside with Courtney podcast, joins Jenn to talk about the Texas/NYC aesthetic, men getting makeovers before their Lunar New Year blind dates, the resurgence of big hair, children’s eyeglasses that are supposed to ward off head lice, dry-brushing your body, Dyson tools, D…

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The Everything Guide to Lasers with Dr. Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae 49:50

4M ago49:50

49:50

Dermatologist Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae, MD, explains all the ways lasers can improve your skin. We talk about AviClear, Fraxel, and the latest laser and light advancements; how to prevent and reduce scars; lasers that treat acne, rosacea, tattoos, and unsightly veins; and laser hair removal. Plus: How can blue LED light be beneficial if blue light from s…

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Ep. 521: Thoughts on Beyoncé’s Hair Line, Welcome to Legal Corner & The Week’s Beauty News 48:26

5M ago48:26

48:26

Guest co-host Julee Wilson, beauty editor-at-large at Cosmopolitan, joins Jenn to offer her take on the new hair line Cécred and discuss Girl Scouts beauty collabs, fragranced offices, and the most luxurious cleansing balm. Plus, welcome to the Legal Corner (it’s new!), where we’re talking about what the National Advertising Division of the BBB Nat…

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Special Ep: Potential Has No Age (Live!) with Veronica Webb and Dr. Mamina Turegano 36:21

5M ago36:21

36:21

Supermodel Veronica Webb and dermatologist Dr. Mamina Turegano joined us for a live version of the podcast, where we talked about taboos surrounding aging, how your skin changes in your 40s and 50s, and the skincare and habits that help you age well. This episode is brought to you by Shiseido in celebration of its new Vital Perfection Uplifting and…

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Ep. 520: Celebrity Beauty Paychecks, a Sun-In Comeback & Beauty News 44:16

5M ago44:16

44:16

Guest co-host Emily Sundberg, author of the Substack newsletter Feed Me, joins Jenn in the studio to make sense of the Super Bowl’s beauty moment, discuss Alix Earle, talk about an introduction to perfumery course, and consider how trendy nicotine pouches could affect your skin. Plus, we have concealer help for our allergy sufferer and some new hom…

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Best of FM: Silicones, Sulfates & Scalp Stuff with Dr. Caroline Robinson 44:28

5M ago44:28

44:28

If you have scalp issues, or you’re just curious why your hair “hurts” when it gets oily, this episode with Caroline Robinson, MD, is for you. In our interview (originally aired in 2022), Dr. Robinson explains how hair follicles work, how to treat conditions like dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, and shares the truth about controversial shampoo a…

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Best of FM: The History of Red Lipstick 34:48

5M ago34:48

34:48

Rachel Felder, author of Red Lipstick: Ode to a Beauty Icon, shares the fascinating story of the world's most talked-about lip color. In this interview (originally aired in 2019), she tells us about the ingredients Egyptians used to redden their mouths, how red lips and story of feminism are intertwined, the Lipstick Wars of the 20th century, and t…

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Can Beauty Retail Shape Society? with Michelle Crossan-Matos 40:07

5M ago40:07

40:07

Jess talks to Michelle Crossan-Matos, chief marketing officer of Ulta Beauty, about what a company can achieve beyond selling product. Since joining Ulta Beauty, the Glaswegian executive has worked on initiatives like The Joy Project with motivational speaker Mel Robbins, thinking about the responsibility a retailer holds when it comes to younger c…

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Ep. 519: Dimpleplasty, Justice for a Beauty Crime & The Week’s Beauty News 35:30

5M ago35:30

35:30

Did you hear about the great perfume heist of 2016? Justice has finally been served, and we’ll tell you all about it. Before that: the rise of dimple surgery; celebrities on hair-dye boxes; supermodel offspring in the new Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild campaign; and Cardi B’s first beauty contract. Plus, let’s Raise a Wand to a moisture mask that’s almost …

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The Scent of the Harlem Renaissance with Teri Johnson 46:31

5M ago46:31

46:31

World-traveling polymath Teri Johnson takes us on a journey through her life, but also back in time to the Harlem Renaissance, the era that inspires her company, Harlem Candle Co. She tells us about the famous personalities she’s captured in scent—Billie Holiday, Josephine Baker, Langston Hughes, and more—as well as her travels, her favorite produc…

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Ep. 518: Dollar General Finds, Setting Boundaries & The Week’s Beauty News 47:44

5M ago47:44

47:44

If you put a barefaced woman in a field we will want what she’s selling—that’s what we’ve learned from Pamela Anderson’s latest beauty endeavor. We’re also chatting about little wellness habits that help us create boundaries; Charlotte Tilbury’s big-budget lipstick launch; Dollar General candles from a surprisingly luxe manufacturer; highlights fro…

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Hot Takes with Annie & Nick of Eyewitness Beauty 52:12

6M ago52:12

52:12

Welcome to the ultimate beauty group chat, with Nick Axelrod and Annie Kreighbaum, hosts of the podcast Eyewitness Beauty. We're sharing our unfiltered thoughts on the beauty and wellness world, including celebrity brands, microtrends, Midjourney mistakes, Stanley cups, Ozempic, poor product design, and so much more. Products mentioned in this epis…

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Ep. 517: Baby Beauty Editor Faves, a Skin Cancer Innovation & The Week’s Beauty News 43:13

6M ago43:13

43:13

We’re revisiting cult-favorite beauty products from the 2000s and wondering, “Where are they now?” But first: the FDA clears a new skin-cancer diagnostic tool; Striiike beauty studio debuts a pigment removal service for previously microbladed brows; and we begrudgingly discuss Kim Kardashian’s tanning bed. The Fam also has suggestions for our June …

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