Fat Mascara

By Jessica MatlinArts Fashion & Beauty

Fat Mascara episodes

December 17, 2021Ep. 363: A Perfumer’s Journey with Rodrigo Flores-Roux
Born in Mexico City to a family of aesthetes, Rodrigo Flores-Roux was destined to be a perfumer. He reminisces about his fragrance-loving grandmothers, his training in Versailles, and the more than 500 perfumes he’s created—including Clinique Happy and Arquiste Misfit, the Fragrance Foundation’s 2021 Indie Fragrance of the Year. Plus, we talk about the future of perfumery and how he and his colleagues at Givaudan, in New York City, are developing new aroma ingredients using upcycling techniques.
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1 hr
December 14, 2021Ep. 362: Beauty, Pop Culture & Politics with Co-Host Darian Symoné Harvin
Journalist Darian Symoné Harvin is Jenn’s guest co-host this week! She shares her beauty philosophy and her analysis of the week’s beauty news: Lush stops advertising on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok, citing mental-health concerns; a California man files the first lawsuit based on the CROWN Act; Chrissy Teigen gets eyebrow transplants; bed bugs (!) invade the Science Corner; and more. Plus, Jenn & Darian discuss whether posthumous makeup collaborations are disrespectful and Raise A Wand to an at-home DIY nail system, a gorgeous cleansing oil, and a quick-absorbing hand cream.
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46 min
December 10, 2021Ep. 361: Smells Like Fun with Perfume Room’s Emma Vernon
Comedian Emma Vernon, host of Perfume Room and one of our favorite #perfumetok follows (@emma_vern), shares stories inspired by her scent collection, including her adventures as a late bloomer in love and the seductive perfume that changed it all. We also talk about high-low fragrance dupes; the reason big, white florals don’t belong on tweens; and the $7 scent she’s currently obsessed with. Plus, we'll be hanging with Emma on her podcast, Perfume Room (@perfumeroompod) next week—follow her so you don’t miss the episode!
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45 min
December 07, 2021Ep 360: The Evolution of Press-On Nails & The Week’s Beauty News
Artificial nails have come a long way, from the late Middle Ages (their first appearance) to the Lee Press On Nails of the 1980s. We share their history, then celebrate the current revival and tell you about some of the best press-on nails we’ve tried. Before that, lots of news to discuss, including the Machine Gun Kelly PR blitz for his new nail polish line; big changes at Proactiv; Galderma’s purchase of Alastin; a new beauty column from Linda Wells; and details on a fascinating exhibit of Agarwood Oud at Mandy Aftel’s Archive of Curious Scents.
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33 min
December 03, 2021Ep. 359: The Best Bargain Beauty Products (Replay)
We went back through all our interviews, called up some of our favorite former guests, and compiled a list of the absolute best bargain beauty buys. We’re sharing the must-have mascaras, hair masks, sunscreens, body lotions, and more from makeup artists like Mario Dedivanovic and Daniel Martin, hair stylists Ashley Streicher, Harry Josh, and Sally Hershberger—and tons of other makeup artists, hair stylists, dermatologists, influencers, and celebrities. Best of all, everything is under $15! This episode features a new introduction, but most of the content was originally featured on an episode that aired in April, 2020. We'll be back next week with all new episodes!
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33 min
November 30, 2021Ep. 358: Busting Beauty Stereotypes with Hairstylist David Lopez (Replay)
Why do hair brands sell different products to men and women? How can we make the beauty world less intimidating? And why is everyone so scared of styling mousse? Hairstylist David Lopez has answers to those questions and more. Plus, he shares his technique for creating effortless waves on (almost) any hair texture, the best concealer for men and makeup novices, and behind-the-scenes secrets from the Queer Eye casting process. This episode features a new introduction, but the interview previously aired in October, 2020. We’ll be back next week with all new episodes!
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48 min
November 26, 2021Ep. 357: The Surprising Side Effects of Beauty Products with Dr. Iris Rubin
Dermatologist Iris Rubin, MD, realized hair products were causing her acne, so she created Seen, a line of skin-caring haircare. We discuss that and so much more: her career as a pediatric laser surgeon, whether silicone’s bad reputation is deserved, and how common household and personal care products can cause things like migraines, rashes, and more.
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44 min
November 24, 2021Ep. 356: What LED Light Is Really Doing to Your Skin & The Week’s Beauty News
There are lots of at-home light therapy gadgets that claim to benefit your skin, but they also raise questions: If red LED light boosts hair growth, what happens when you use it on your face? And if blue light may be problematic when it comes from screens, why are blue LED lights used to treat acne? We’re getting to the bottom of things, with help from dermatologist Blair Murphy-Rose, MD. Plus, Jenn tested the Solawave skincare wand with red light therapy and shares her review. Before that, we’ve got lots of beauty news and our favorite skin, hair, and makeup bargains from all the holiday sales.
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41 min
November 19, 2021Ep. 355: Oils, Extracts, and More with Beauty Botanist Jennifer Hirsch
What makes aloe soothing? How does kigelia extract firm skin? Jennifer Hirsch, a botanist who trained at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, has studied ethnobotany and worked with NGOs to research botanical business diversification for communities around the world. Now, she helps beauty brands bring the power of plants to their products. In this episode, she shares stories from her travels and explains how botanicals like ashwagandha, argan, and cucumber can improve skin and hair—and which herbal supplements have side effects to watch out for.

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50 min
November 16, 2021Ep. 354: “Science-Backed” Perfume, a $7 Cry-Proof Mascara & The Week’s Beauty News
Jess tells us what Fraxel is really like, and then we chat about the heat-sensitive bottles in Addison Rae’s “science-backed” perfume line; whether makeup value sets are worth their listed prices; the MAC collection from Blackpink’s Lisa; the conclusion of Jay Z’s perfume legal battle; a health warning about biotin supplements; and new scientific research based on Cardi B’s belief that a thottie “never gets cold.” Plus, Jenn & Jess Raise a Wand to their (current) favorite skin-musk scents and we send a big Fat Mascara Family hug to listener Anna, who tells us about the $7 mascara that holds up to her tears.
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37 min

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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…