Breaking Beauty Podcast

Breaking Beauty Podcast

By Dear Media, Jill Dunn and Carlene HigginsSociety & CultureArtsFashion & Beauty
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  • The #DamnGood Fall Fashion Worth Buying (Plus Beauty Musts to Match!)

    This week, we’re marrying two of our favorite things: fashion and beauty. Listen in as we count down the top 10 trends of the season—from preppy Polo Bar style and rich indigo denim to maximalist prints, 1980s colour blocking and Speakeasy-ready embellishments. 

    And just in time for the big Sephora sale, we’re sharing our new favourite beauty counterparts to every major fall trend, including the big-hair promising Dyson blow-dry brush and exciting fashion collabs like Merit x Erdem. Get ‘em while they’re haute!

    You’ll hear about:

    • Preppy tailoring and polished blowouts: Decoding fall's return to preppy tailoring—cable knits, rugby stripes, plaid bombers (including a Miu Miu dupe!) and highly giftable cashmere triangle wraps—paired with sleek hair tools.
    • Colour blocking 2.0: Embracing bold '80s colour mashups like red and purple with dark raw denim and a new era of fragrances that aim to capture the mood of colours in a bottle 
    • LA off-duty chic, suede and Western boho: Blending effortless streetwear (camo, ripped denim and cinched moto jackets) with Western fringe and suede, matched with does-it-all beauty staples 
    • Statement animal prints, speakeasy glam and archival bags: Embracing maximalist textures (crocodile boots, pony hair, beaded drop pouches and Y2K vintage logo bags) elevated by luxury vanity pieces
    • Plus, Carlene’s hair colour journey continues!: Carlene shares her new grey-blending routine, including a secret weapon product hack, courtesy of today’s gold show partner, Schwarzkopf.

    Shop everything mentioned in this video here: https://shopmy.us/collections/8406739

    Schwarzkopf Keratin Root Temporary Hair Colour Spray: https://go.shopmy.us/p-96479273

    Shop everything mentioned in this video here: https://shopmy.us/collections/8406739

    • Schwarzkopf Keratin Root Thickening Color Boost
    • Dyson AirSmooth Styling Dryer Brush
    • Outside-In New Precision Wand Mascara
    • Guerlain L'Heure Bleue
    • ST. Rose Out of the Blue
    • Juliette Has A Gun: Purple Trouble
    • Carte Blanche Multi-Hyphenate Brightening Skin Tint Mineral SPF 35
    • Violette_FR Bisou Balm in Chocolat
    • Chantecaille Philanthropy Lion Collection Sheer Gel-Powder Shimmer Eye Shadow (Limited Edition)
    • Chantecaille Philanthropy Lion Collection Lip Veil Hydrating Lipstick with Botanical Oils (Limited Edition)
    • Chantecaille Philanthropy Lion Collection Luster Glide Eye Liner (Limited Edition)
    • MERIT x Erdem Signature Lip Gift Set
    • MERIT x Erdem Eye and Cheek Gift Set
    • Merit x Erdem The Retrospect Soap Trio (Limited Edition)
    • Sulwhasoo UV Wise On-The-Go Sun Cushion SPF 50
    • Kitsch Zigzag Headbands
    • Quince Cable Knit Sweater - Sapphire Blue
    • Miu Miu Checked Blouson Jacket
    • Good American The Lightweight Bomber Jacket
    • Aritzia Essential Cashmere Key Medium Scarf
    • COS Funnel-Neck Half-Zip Knitted Sweater
    • AYR Diver's Breton Stripe Bateau Shirt
    • AYR Secret Sauce Jeans
    • Banana Republic x La Ligne The Hair Scrunchie
    • Banana Republic x La Ligne The Cotton Poplin Tunic Top
    • Agolde Morgan Jean in Rinse
    • Victoria Beckham x Gap Latch-Collar Denim Jacket
    • Victoria Beckham x Gap High Rise Straight Jeans
    • Quince Leather Stand-Collar Jacket
    • Lauren Ralph Lauren Stretch Wool Crepe Jacket
    • J.Crew Oversized Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
    • Quince Mongolian Cashmere Oversized Crewneck Sweater
    • The Great x Stetson Collection
    • Djerf Avenue Sweet Wool Poncho
    • Staud Animal Print Boots
    • Staud Porcupine Bag
    • Steve Madden Crocodile Knee-High Boots
    • Schutz Footwear
    • Balenciaga City Bags
    • Gucci Vintage Monogram Bags
    • Gucci Small Pouch With Strap and Web
    • The Great x Roz Sweatshirt Hair Towel
    • The Great Nordic Flower Lodge Cardigan
    • The Great x Stetson Big Buckle Belt
    • Vivrelle Designer Bag Rentals
    • Prada Vintage Python Bag
    • Nili Lotan Corduroy Pant
    • Annie Bing Grayson Pant
    • La Ligne Suede Pants
    • Etro Paisley Skirt
    • Avec Les Filles Jacket
    • Rixo x Bay Garnett Wool Blend Jacket
    • Gucci Mules
    • Old Navy EveryWear Long-Sleeve Raglan Baseball T-Shirt
    • White & Warren Cashmere Travel Wrap - Deep Navy
    • Reformation Cary Low Rise Slouchy Wide Leg Jeans
    • Fendi Shoulder Bag
    • Gucci Tote Bag
    • Adidas Firebird Classic Track Pants

    🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:


    • The #DamnGood New Fall 2026 Beauty Launches, Reviewed
    • How-To Build The Perfect Capsule Wardrobe (Plus, The Beauty Products To Match!) With Liv Perez
    • Hourglass Cosmetics Founder Carisa Janes: “I Want The Makeup Artist Inside The Makeup, Because I’m Not A Makeup Artist.” 


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    For a limited time, our listeners get up to 25% off their entire order—just head to cowboycolostrum.com/beauty and use code Beauty at checkout. 


    Tumble

    Machine Washable Rugs, Made Better. For a limited time only, our listeners get 10% off + free shipping at tumbleliving.com/BEAUTY. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them that Breaking Beauty Podcast sent you! 


    Schwarzkopf

    Find Schwarzkopf Keratin Root Temporary Hair Colour Spray on Amazon, at Walmart Canada, and Shoppers Drug Mart. Visit schwarzkopf.ca for more information.


     

    *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* 


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    🎙️ MEET THE HOSTS

    • Carlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/
    • Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/

     

    Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya

     

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    51 min
  • Science-Backed or Hype? Dr. Whitney Bowe Sorts Fact From Fiction for the Ultimate Skincare Routine

    Peptide hype, PDRN efficacy and eye creams that promise an upper lid lift—we’re putting today’s biggest skincare claims to the test!

    Board-certified dermatologist and research scientist Dr. Whitney Bowe  (@drwhitneybowe) returns to help us separate clinical proof from marketing hype. Creator of the viral “skin cycling trend and author of more than 40 scientific papers, Dr. Bowe gives us the ultimate insider’s guide to building a routine rooted in real science.

    Please note this episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a dermatologist for personal skincare advice.

    In this episode, you’ll hear expert insights from our guest on:

    • The “pyramid of evidence”: how to differentiate between ingredient supplier data, consumer surveys, instrument-measured results and peer-reviewed studies
    • Skin-care “staples” versus “extra credit,” and why the core routine hasn’t changed in decades
    • Peptides 101: signalling peptides versus wrinkle-relaxing neuropeptides such as argireline, and which peptides are worth it
    • Vitamin C alternatives for sensitive and rosacea-prone skin, including THD ascorbate and astaxanthin
    • Why PDRN gives you an instant glow but likely no long-term benefits
    • The truth about exosomes: bioengineered versus human-derived versus plant-derived, and how Dr. Bowe went from skeptic to believer
    • Moisturizer with SPF versus separate sunscreen, and the two- to three-finger rule
    • Her exact skin-cycling routine, step by step, plus her pick for retinoid-sensitive skin
    • Dark spots, melasma versus sun spots, and when to turn to lasers
    • Stay tuned to the end for a rapid-fire “science-backed or hype?” round on PDRN, hypochlorous acid, Volufiline, bemotrizinol, niacinamide, NAD+ and more 


    Shop everything mentioned in this video here: 


    • DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY | Peptide + HA Plumping Serum Use code DWBBEAUTY10 to save 10%*
    • DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY | Exo-Plex Eye Crea Use code DWBBEAUTY10 to save 10%*
    • DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY | Daily Staples Use code DWBBEAUTY10 to save 10%*
    • *Dr Whitney Bowe Beauty DTC code expires Nov 20 2026. One-time purchase only. 10% off full order. 
    • ANUA | PDRN Hyaluronic Acid 100 Moisturizing Cream
    • MEDIK8 | Liquid Peptides Serum 
    • CASSATT BEAUTY | La Pommade (Use Code Beauty15 to save) 
    • LA ROCHE-POSAY | Cicaplast Baume B5+ (use code: BREAKINGBEAUTY for 15% off)
    • VASELINE | Healing Jelly Original
    • BEAUTY BY JOSEON SPF 50 Relief Sun: 
    • PERSONAL DAY | Trust Me On This Hypochlorous Acid Spray
    • TOWER 28 | SOS Rescue Spray
    • REJURAN | Dual Effect Ampoule Serum
    • MEDICUBE | PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask
    • DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY - P46 Peptide + HA Plumping Serum (use code: BREAKINGBEAUTY for 15% off)
    • DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY - Exo-Plex™ Collagen Renewal Eye Cream: (use code: BREAKINGBEAUTY for 15% off)
    • DR. WHITNEY BOWE BEAUTY - Retinal Night Advanced 0.1% Retinal Firming Treatment:  (use code: BREAKINGBEAUTY for 15% off)


    Outfit links:

    Jill: 

    • Cashmere Relaxed T-Shirt
    • The Mylie Ballet Flat
    • Jeans


    Carlene:

    • Check Collar Cotton Polo Shirt (similar)
    • Glasses (Similar)
    • EMI JAY | Big Effing Hair Clip - Buttercream
    • The Ada Pump - Black Nappa


    💄 JOIN THE BREAKING BEAUTY COMMUNITY 💄


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    🎙️ MEET THE HOSTS

    • Carlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/
    • Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/


    🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:


    • Skin Cycling 101, Niacinamide for Newbs, UV Gel Mani News & Is My Botox Wearing Off Faster? Ft. Dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe
    • K-Beauty Secrets: Dermatologist Dr. David Kim on Salmon DNA, Glass Skin & Anti-Aging
    • Skincare Terms to Know Before Your Next Dermatologist Visit with Dr. Samantha Ellis

     

    PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  


    Osea Malibu

    Osea Malibu is beloved for its luxe and clean skincare that’s powered by the sea. Try their award-winning Undaria Algae Body Oil - it absorbs like a dream or the silky and nourishing Undaria Algae Body Butter. Go to OSEAMalibu.com and get 10% off your first order with code BEAUTY.


    Nutrafol

    Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand AND it’s the #1 hair growth supplement brand personally used by dermatologists. Now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $15 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code BREAKING. 


    Conair

    Conair is here for hair — all hair, all people, all styles. Here for Hair, Conair. Don’t miss their best deals of the season on trending Conair hair tools on Amazon.ca this October.


      

    *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* 

     

    Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn 

    Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 

    Produced by Dear Media Studio 



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    54 min
  • The Azelaic Acid Debate, Spicules & Skincare Myths with @DermAngelo and @GlowByRamon

    Is azelaic acid overhyped or underrated? Do spicule treatments really work? What is the most worth-it luxury skincare splurge? In this special crossover episode, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Angelo Landriscina, MD, FAAD (@dermangelo) and cosmetic chemist Ramón Pagán (@GlowByRamón), co-hosts of the Divine Skintervention podcast join us to set the record straight. 


    Dr. Angelo is a New York City-based dermatologist, scientific researcher, content creator and founder of Soul-A.  Ramón Pagán is a New York City-based cosmetic chemist, product developer, esthetician and creator. 

     

    (Pssst: since this is a crossover podswap, so be sure to head over to the Divine Skintervention feed to catch us on their show.)

    In this episode, you’ll hear expert insights from our guests on:

    • The truth behind the viral azelaic acid online debate and formulation pH
    • Why silica spicules or “liquid microneedling” are sparking cautionary warnings from the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD), and criticism from independent dermatologists
    • Hyaluronic acid versus glycerin: debunking the classic 1,000x water-holding hydration myth
    • The arrival of BEMT sunscreen filters in the U.S. market, formulation challenges, and the precise reason that has the industry excited
    • How our expert guests evaluate brand partnerships—prioritizing realistic efficacy over cash grabs
    • Surprise! Why the Divine Skinterventionists are defending high-end luxury “skinvestments” against internet hate
    • Industry red flags: why Ramón calls out historical marketing tactics and Dr. Angelo shares his strict stance on supplements and single-use face towels
    • Plus, a rapid-fire round revealing their ultimate desert island beauty products

    Shop everything mentioned in this episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/8231018


    • ANUA | Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum 
    • ULTRA VIOLETTE - Unblock Screen SPF 50 Non-Acnegenic Facial Sunscreen with Bemotrizinol and Zinc Oxide: 
    • Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Daily Face Sunscreen SPF 70 With BEMT
    • Neutrogena Clear Face Sunscreen Acne-Prone Skin SPF 60 With BEMT 
    • LA MER | Crème De La Mer Moisturizer
    • LA MER - The Lip Balm
    • LA MER - The Eye Concentrate
    • ESTÉE LAUDER - Advanced Night Repair Serum Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex: 
    • SOUL-A | Scarf-001
    • FENTY BEAUTY -  Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Liquid Foundation
    • SOUL-A | Visor
    • D'ALBA - Waterfull Essence SunScreen
    • VT COSMETICS | Reedle Shot 100
    • YSL Blush


    🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:


    • How To Shop For Skincare Like A Cosmetic Chemist, Featuring Ramón Pagán
    • The First New FDA Sunscreen Filter in 20 Years: BEMT Explained with Ultra Violette's Ava Matthews
    • Meet Sofie Pavitt, The “IRL Face Tuner” Who's Magically Transforming People's Skin


    PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  


    Jones Road Beauty

    Modern-day makeup that's clean, strategic, and multifunctional for effortless routines. Check out the Bobbi Kit 6.0! And for a limited time our listeners are getting a FREE full sized Mascara on their first purchase when they use code BEAUTY at checkout. Just head to JonesRoadbBauty.com and use code BEAUTY at checkout. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them Breaking Beauty Podcast sent you.


    Cowboy Colostrum

    Try the new Pumpkin Spice before it’s gone — it’s a limited run. Head to cowboycolostrum.com/beauty and use code Beauty at checkout for 25% off.


    Goodr

    Ready to upgrade your eyewear to something functional, fashionable, fun, and affordable? Head to goodr.com/BEAUTY to claim $10 off your first order. 


    QUINCE

    Find the fall pieces you’ll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. And when Quince asks where you heard about them, let them know it was Breaking Beauty Podcast. It’s the best way to support the show.


    Conair

    Conair is here for hair — all hair, all people, all styles. Here for Hair, Conair. Don’t miss our best deals of the season on trending Conair hair tools on Amazon.ca this October.


    *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*


    Pls note this episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a dermatologist for personal skincare concerns.


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    🎙️ MEET THE HOSTS

    • Carlene Higgins: https://www.instagram.com/carlenehiggins/
    • Jill Dunn: https://www.instagram.com/jilldunnbeauty/

     

    Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn 

    Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 

    Produced by Dear Media Studio

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    45 min
  • Mikayla Nogueira on Filter Rumours, POV Beauty Secrets, “Mascaragate” & Makeup Hot Takes

    Mikayla Nogueira is not holding back: “I'm probably considered the most untrustworthy influencer in beauty,” says the 28-year-old self-taught makeup artist, founder and creator with more than 21 million (!!) fans across social media. As POV Beauty debuts at Sephora, we sit down with the TikTok superstar–and the secrets are coming out.


    In this episode, you’ll hear about:

    • How years of working at Ulta inspired POV Beauty, and why Mikayla ultimately chose Sephora when both retailers came calling
    • The filter debate that inspired her “Beauty From Every Angle” campaign
    • The wave of one-star reviews that hit before the line officially launched in stores, and how the founder bounced back
    • Why she loves rage bait (yes, really) 
    • What happened with the “Mascaragate” cancellation and how she became the face of a L'Oréal mascara in spite of it all 
    • The amount of money she spends on makeup a month–despite being sent mountains of free product in PR
    • Her thoughts on this year's foundation reformulations, and why Mikayla’s stockpiling talc-based powders
    • A teaser of what she’s cooking up next for POV Beauty - what she says is going to be their biggest launch yet
    • Plus, stay tuned to the end for a fun round of rapid fire to find out the one skincare product she’d panic-buy if it were suddenly discontinued

    Watch and subscribe on YouTube

     

    Shop everything mentioned in this video here:

    • SHEAMOISTURE | African Black Bar Soap
    • POV Beauty | Glaze It Glazey Tack Primer with Glycerin and Niacinamide
    • POINT OF VIEW. - Snatch It Face Ampoule Serum with Pdrn and Peptides
    • POINT OF VIEW. - Snatch It Eye Serum with Pdrn and Peptides
    • POINT OF VIEW. - Chill It Plumping Water Moisturizer
    • POV Beauty | Drip It Nourishing Glow Serum
    • POV Beauty | Drench It Soothing Priming Milk with Rice Water
    • ONE/SIZE BY PATRICK STARRR | On 'Til Dawn Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
    • TATE MCRAE - TATE 01 Eau De Parfum
    • LEMME | Purr
    • FENTY BEAUTY - Pro Filt'r Fluid Flex Natural Matte Longwear Foundation
    • ARMANI | Luminous Silk Foundation
    • CHARLOTTE TILBURY - Airbrush Flawless Finish Setting Powder
    • GIVENCHY | Prisme Libre Blurring & Color-Correcting Matte Pressed Powder
    • HUDA BEAUTY | Easy Bake Loose Baking & Setting Powder
    • MAYBELLINE - Fit Me Matte + Poreless Powder Foundation Makeup 
    • POINT OF VIEW. - Amp It Amplifying High-Shine Smoothing Lip Balm Ampoule
    • L’ORÉAL PARIS | Extensionist Mascara
    • FRECK | The Original Freckle Pen
    • PATRICK TA | Major Headlines Blush Duo - She's Blushing: 
    • PATRICK TA | Major Headlines Blush Duo - She Knows Who She Is 
    • RHODE SKIN | Carabiner Limited Edition Collectible
    • RHODE SKIN Pocket Pearl Blush 
    • WESTMAN ATELIER | The Eyeshadow Holiday Edit Palette Limited-Edition 
    • COVERGIRL - Clean Fresh Yummy Big Oil Stick
    • POINT OF VIEW. - Limited Holiday Amp (K)it Edit Lip Trio Makeup Gift Set: 
    • POINT OF VIEW. - Whip It Hydrating Whipped Cream
    • POINT OF VIEW MINI JET DUO SKINCARE GIFT SET LIMITED EDITION 
    • MORPHE | ChromaPlus 12-Pan Eyeshadow Palette
    • DERMALOGICA | Precleanse Cleansing Oil 
    • DOLCE GLOW | Lusso Self-Tanning Mousse 


     

    PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!  

     

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    Nutrafol

    Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand AND it’s the #1 hair growth supplement brand personally used by dermatologists. Right now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code BREAKING. 


    Quince

    Find the fall pieces you’ll reach for most at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. And when Quince asks where you heard about them, let them know it was Breaking Beauty Podcast. It’s the best way to support the show.


    Conair

    Conair is here for hair — all hair, all people, all styles. Whether you’re crimping, curling, combing it out or going for any kind of blowout, Conair is here for it. Don’t miss their best deals of the season on trending Conair hair tools on Amazon.ca this October. 



    🎙️ For more related conversations like this, check out these episodes:

    • Meet The TikTok-Famous Makeup Artist Who's Single-Handedly Making Beauty Products Go Viral, Mikayla Nogueira
    • Mikayla Makeup Returns! 6 Products She’s Buying For The Upcoming Sephora Sale, The One Blush She Talks About “Obsessively” and The Real Reason She Never Gets Facials
    • Mega Beauty Influencer Jackie Aina on Diversity in Beauty, Her New Brand, Forvr Mood & Her Best Foundation Hack Ever


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    🎙️ MEET THE HOSTS

    • Carlene Higgins
    • Jill Dunn



    *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* 

     

    Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn 

    Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya

     

    Produced by Dear Media Studio 



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    1 hr 8 min
  • The #DamnGood Fall 2026 Products We Can't Stop Talking About

    Fall is officially here, and we're breaking down the biggest, buzziest beauty launches you need on your radar. From viral under-eye concealers and red-carpet-worthy serum foundations to skin-soothing K-beauty barrier care and heavy-duty makeup removers, we're reviewing the top-performing makeup and skincare products of the season.

    You'll hear about:

    • A much-buzzed-about under-eye brightening pot concealer, plus the story behind its recent social media dust-up with Molly Sims's YISE Beauty and how it was resolved.
    • Jill test-drives an illuminating, olive-tone-friendly formula that delivers a seamless, candlelit under-eye finish.
    • Carlene highlights a derm-backed K-beauty favourite for calming sensitized skin and protecting the moisture barrier, just in time for cold weather.
    • A new weightless serum foundation with a streamlined, neutral-undertone shade range, designed by Selena Gomez's and Anne Hathaway's longtime makeup artist.
    • We put a milky, barrier-supporting cleanser with clinical backing to the ultimate one-step makeup removal test.

    Shop everything in this episode here:


    WESTMAN ATELIER - Suprême Bio-Complex Liquid Foundation With Exosomes + Peptides: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90212703

    JONES ROAD | Wide Awake Brightening Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90070357

    JONES ROAD | Wide Awake Brightening Neutralizer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90070554

    JONES ROAD BEAUTY | The Face Pencil Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90070735

    LISA ELDRIDGE - Luminist Buildable Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90071327

    LISA ELDRIDGE - Micro Face Buffing Brush - Seamless Blend Brush: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90071862

    DIOR - Forever On Set Powder Blurring Translucent Loose Setting Powder: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90072188

    HUNG VANNGO BEAUTY | Beauty Red Carpet Skin Luminous Longwear Serum Foundation: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90072348

    SAIE - SuperSuede Baked Eyeshadow with 16hr Wear: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90073142

    HUNG VANNGO BEAUTY - Timeless Taupes Color Story Eyeshadow Palette: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90073862

    MAKEUP BY MARIO | Master Mattes Eyeshadow Palette: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90074047

    FEL BEAUTY - Kissylips Comfy Hydrating Peptide Lip Mask Treatment: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90075550

    FEL BEAUTY | Kissylips Hydrating High Shine Lip And Cheek Balm: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90074497

    INNBEAUTY PROJECT - Extreme Cleanse Milky Micellar Barrier-Repair Cleanser: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90076293

    INNBEAUTY PROJECT | Extreme Cream Firming & Lifting Moisturizer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90120334

    AESTURA | AESTURA A-CICA365 Soothing Redness Relief Face Serum pH4.5 with Centella Asiatica + Hyaluronic: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90120493

    DR.FORHAIR | Dr. FORHAIR Folligen Thickening Shampoo for Thinning Hair: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90120698

    Dr. FORHAIR Folligen Thickening Sea Salt Scalp Exfoliator with Sea Salt: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90123775

    DR.FORHAIR | Dr. FORHAIR Folligen Thickening Scalp Conditioning Mask for Thinning Hair: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90124323

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  • The Truth About Hormones and Your Skin—A Top Endocrinologist and Dermatologist Explain

    What actually happens to skin when your hormones change? In this unfiltered episode, we sit down with powerhouse (twin!!) sisters Dr. Florence Comite, Yale & NIH-trained endocrinologist and author of the NY Times Bestseller: Invincible: Defy Your Genetic Destiny to Live Better, Longer and board-certified dermatologist Dr. Harriet Comite to connect the dots between hormones, endocrinology and skin health.

    You’ll hear about:

    • The perimenopause skin shift: Why fluctuating estrogen and plunging testosterone wreck your skin pH, leaving your barrier and microbiome vulnerable to skin chaos.
    • Defying your genetic destiny: Dr. Florence breaks down her longevity playbook for rewriting your health span through epigenetics, deep sleep, and tracking the right biomarkers before stuff hits the fan.
    • Acne & barrier health: Why adult breakouts demand serious intervention and why your basic bar soap belongs nowhere near your face.
    • Peptides & GLP-1s demystified: The systemic reality of GLP-1 weight loss, rapid volume loss, and what actually happens when Silicon Valley bro-stacks BPC-157 and GHK-Cu ("the glow injection").
    • Topical estrogen myth vs. reality: The science behind applying prescription estrogen cream on your face versus what systemic Menopause Hormone Therapy (MHT) actually delivers.
    • Biomarkers you cannot ignore: The five metabolic markers that Dr. Florence says you need to know now to empower your future health
    • Sun protection & vitamin D: The critical breakdown between UVA and UVB damage, and why your daily mineral SPF 50+ needs a serious oral vitamin D3/K2 backup.

    Disclaimer: Please note the discussion in today’s podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.


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    1 hr 2 min
  • The New SPF Filter Is Here! Plus: Decoding Mineral Sunscreen Labels & The Truth About Ultra Violette’s “Sunscreen Gate” with Co-Founder Ava Matthews

    The first FDA-approved UV filter in 20+ years is finally here! This week we're breaking down everything you need to know about bemotrizinol (a.k.a. BEMT), the buzzy sunscreen filter that’s hitting vanities this month, with Ava Matthews, co-founder of Ultra Violette. 


    The cult Aussie brand’s Supreme Screen SPF 50 sells somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, but last year, they had to pull one product from the market after Choice testing showed that the SPF protection did not measure up to the amount on the label. Listen in as Ava takes us behind the scenes behind this shocking and costly event, and the steps they've taken to regain customer trust.

    In this episode you'll discover:

    • What BEMT actually is — and what makes it different than other UV filters on the market
    • Why BEMT is a god-send for acne-prone girlies, like the brand’s first-to-Sephora BEMT drop, Unblock Screen
    • The truth about “100% mineral” sunscreens vs. sneaky hybrid formulas — and the boosters to be on the lookout for on the label
    • The real talk on "Sunscreen Gate" — the recall that made headlines around the world, what actually happened behind the scenes, and how Ultra Violette overhauled its testing
    • Ava's own sunscreen routine: the formula she trusts after “crazy” CO2 laser, the one she relies on for mid-day touch-ups and the glassy new formula she’s testing for a 2027 launch!


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    Born from over 10 years of longevity research, OneSkin is helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, try OneSkin with 15% off using code BREAKINGBEAUTY at oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY. After you purchase, they’ll ask you where you heard about them. Please support our show and tell them we sent you.


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    59 min
  • 5000 Years of Glow: Decoding Ayurveda With Sahajan's Lisa Mattam and Practitioner Ananta Ripa Ajmera

    Oiling your ears? That’s right, this week we get a crash course in the wonders of Ayurveda, the 5,000-year-old “science of life” Indian tradition that's quietly behind many of TikTok’s viral beauty moments. 


    To break it all down, we’re joined by Lisa Mattam, founder and CEO of the beloved Ayurvedic-inspired brand Sahajan — which is now Sephora-stocked *and* the official amenities partner of Air Canada. We’re also joined by Ananta Ripa Ajmera, an award-winning author, Ayurvedic advisor at The Well in Miami and host of the True To Yourself podcast.

    In this episode you'll discover:

    • Demystifying the doshas — Vata, Pitta and Kapha — and why yours can shift from season to season, and even day to day
    • Why, according to this duo, everything (and we mean everything!) comes back to digestion
    • How Lisa combined her passion for data and science with ancient wisdom to build Sahajan — now at Sephora Canada
    • The story behind Sahajan’s Sacred Flower Oil, which takes days instead of hours to make (Plus, a juicy new-product scoop!)
    • The ancient oiling rituals going TikTok-viral — including why you should oil your ears, feet, and even your navel?!
    • Kansa wands vs. gua sha, what you should know
    • Finally, stay tuned to the end for three pro tips to glow from the inside out!

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    56 min
  • What Comes After “Clean” Beauty? Kat Burki on How-to Shop For Skincare Beyond What’s *Not* On the Ingredient List

    Before gracing the shelves at New York’s Printemps store and being found in the hands of makeup artist Hung Vanngo on the red carpet, Kat Burki skincare has long been a quiet luxury favourite. Today, founder Kat Burki explains how she managed to evolve the brand beyond its “raw” beauty roots, coming into its own as a biochemistry-backed company that’s bringing microbiome know-how to post-procedure care this fall. *Special thank you to the team at Kat Burki for including us on this brand discovery trip!

    Tune in to hear about:

    • Kat Burki’s hero product: The story behind the best-selling Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream, featuring stabilized Stay-C, reishi mushroom, and colloidal silver.
    • The microbiome truth: Why live probiotics in skincare are often “dead on arrival” according to Kat—and why prebiotics, postbiotics, and bio-fermentation are the real keys to balancing your skin barrier.
    • Rethinking inflammation: Why some acute inflammation after a procedure can be a good thing (?!) for skin recovery—and why occlusives might not be the boon for wound care that you think it is.
    • Post-procedure promise: A sneak peek at her brand-new innovation, Regenesis, designed for post-procedure use

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    42 min
  • Summer Empties (SPFs, Mascaras & Hair Masks!), Grey Blending Truths and Beauty Dupe Drama

    This week we’re catching up on everything we’ve been using, loving and doing this summer. From Carlene’s hair colour saga that feels as long as the blockbuster summer flick “The Odyssey,” to the sunscreen formulas that we’ve used to the last drop (and one beloved version that we’re saying goodbye to against our will!) Plus, the beauty brand news that we’re still scratching our heads over.

      

    In this episode you’ll hear about:

    • The hair mask that both Carlene and her daughter would stock up on for next summer because it’s that #damngood
    • A brilliant-under-makeup SPF that Jill used right to the last drop
    • A gentler version of an iconic toner for sensitive and oily-skin types 
    • “We’ve come too far to stop” — how Carlene’s hair colourist is helping her stay the course in her grey-blending journey
    • The tubing mascaras that delivered and stayed put this summer 
    • Dupe drama: The Charlotte Tilbury soundbite that lit up Tiktok, plus the clever Aussie brand that pulled off a genius chess move against Urban Decay



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    52 min

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