Fat Mascara

Actress Lana Condor, star of Netflix’s “To All the Boys” trilogy, opens up about how she learned to prioritize her mental health and the internal work that keeps her feeling good. Plus, we talk about the power of a gratitude journal, how she manages stress (the Olly ambassador says wellness supplements have really helped), and some of her favorite drugstore beauty buys. -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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Hyaluronic acid fillers (such as Juvéderm) and neuromodulators (such as Botox) have some surprising benefits—other than the usual stuff like a plumper complexion and fewer wrinkles. Jenn just got injected and she’ll tell you all about it, including the explanation her dermatologist gave for the unexpected improvements. We’re also talking about the viral video that proves how well a Peter Thomas Roth eye cream works on under-eye bags and other news: a $45 nail polish; corporate updates at Shiseido Americas and Olaplex; Ariana Grande’s new beauty line; and, in the Science Corner, research showing that odors and fragrances are actually encoded in language (you just have to know how to listen for the clues). -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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We’re talking about good news (Beekman 1802, a beauty brand that’s making kindness part of its mission); bad news (schools with discriminatory policies that require gender-conforming haircuts); and everything in between, including Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s line, Rose Inc., Iggy Azalea’s line, Totally Plastic, new research showing attractiveness doesn’t matter as much as you think, and more. -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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Celebrity spray tan artist Jules Von Hep has seen hundreds of very famous people very naked, and his career has turned him into an advocate for body acceptance, mental-health awareness, and, of course, gorgeous skin! On today’s episode, the podcaster and founder of Isle of Paradise opens up about his path to self-acceptance, shares excellent advice for consuming social media in a way that’s productive and positive, and gives us his tips for getting an amazing fake tan, no matter your skin tone or body size. -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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Uoma Beauty’s self-proclaimed “weirdo in chief” is here to inspire! She shares the rebellious path she took from teenage beauty entrepreneur in Nigeria to head of her own company, and opens up about the difficulties she faced as a Black woman in the corporate world and why she’s doing things differently now that she’s in charge. Plus, Sharon offers her honest take on the beauty industry’s efforts to become more diverse and inclusive over the past 15 months and explains why she'll continue to fight for economic opportunities for Black communities. -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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We’re back from our break to tackle a tough question: Which over-the-counter retinoid is right for you? We explain how the skincare ingredients retinal, retinol, and retinyl palmitate work; the difference between them; and why product formulation matters (in a segment sponsored by StriVectin). Before that, Jenn & Jess share life updates and chat about blockbuster perfumes, salons that recycle hair clippings to help the environment, vitamin D news, and more. -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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Should you get cosmetic injectables such as Botox or dermal filler? Are at-home skin-devices worth the money? Is it ever okay to pop a pimple? Skincare expert Renée Rouleau answers all those questions and more. We discuss what facials can and can’t do for your complexion, how to find an aesthetician you trust, and which products all her facialist friends swear by. This episode features a new introduction, but the interview previously aired in October, 2019. We'll be back next week with all new episodes! -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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Tina Chen Craig shares the backstory of her skincare line, U Beauty, and explains how she went from author of the wildly popular blog Bag Snob to fashion influencer to beauty entrepreneur. Plus, Tina shares the secrets to great skin, the makeup she can't live without, and the five fashion pieces everybody should have in their wardrobes. This episode features a new introduction, but the interview previously aired in January, 2020. We'll be back next week with all new episodes! -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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Hairstylist Jimmy Paul takes us on a journey, starting in the small steel mill town outside of Pittsburgh where he dreamed big and landing in New York City, where he made his name as one of the fashion industry’s most in-demand talents. His tale is a true New York story: He talks about his time at the The Pyramid Club, with nightlife legends like Ethyl Eichelberger, Agosto Machado, and Lady Bunny; getting his start at Oribe; Marc Jacobs’ legendary 1992 grunge collection for Perry Ellis; his first Vogue cover; collaborating with photographers like Steven Meisel, David LaChapelle, and Joshua Jordan; and so much more. Also, Jimmy shares what it takes to weather the ups and downs, keep the creative spark alive, and stay focused on the work. -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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We share our honest review of Rihanna’s new Fenty eau de parfum and dig into other happenings in the beauty world: the controversial Olympics ban of Soul Cap, a line of swim caps for thick, curly hair; Kate Somerville’s new philanthropic partnership; L’Oréal’s interesting patent application for a skin-diagnosis system; and more. Plus, a listener tells us about a new shade of blue pigment that was recently discovered and Jess opens up about how parenthood has affected her beauty routine, for better or worse. -- For links and sponsors mentioned in this episode: fatmascara.com/blog; To shop the products: myshlf.us/fatmascara; Our private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand; Instagram: @fatmascara, @jessicamatlin, @jenn_edit; Email: [email protected]; To submit a "Raise A Wand" product recommendation & be featured on a future episode: +1 646-481-8182. 

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