Fat Mascara

By Jessica MatlinArts Fashion & Beauty

Fat Mascara episodes

January 24, 2025Best of FM: Makeup Artist Laura Mercier
This episode is about so much more than makeup. Celebrity makeup artist and brand founder Laura Mercier shares the story of how she found her purpose and the lessons she learned along the way. We talk about her childhood in France; New York City in the 1990s; her work with Steven Meisel and clients like Madonna and Julia Roberts; the iconic makeup products she’s created; dessert; Buddhism; and so much more. If you’re feeling stuck or stagnant, or have the winter blahs, this inspiring interview is a must-listen!
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/laura-mercier
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46 min
January 22, 2025Ep. 562: Celebrity Encounters, Sephora’s New Store Design & The Week’s Beauty News
Jenn & Julee share their latest beauty adventures: A variety show about bathing culture, meeting Ilana Glazer, and dinner with Dr. Augustinus Bader. Plus: Sephora’s store redesign and new Hulu series; research showing how age affects the way we feel about our beauty products; the scientist turning fatbergs into fragrance; the Beauty Together coalition helping those impacted by L.A. wildfires; Josie Maran’s brand update; and throat lozenges for talkative types.
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/ep-562
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46 min
January 17, 2025Skincare Supplements & How Diet Affects Beauty with Dr. Rajani Katta
Dermatologist Rajani Katta, MD, explains how vitamins are (and aren’t) regulated, how to judge the safety and efficacy of skincare supplements, and the truth about collagen powders, biotin, vitamin A, and other hair, skin, and nail vitamins. Plus, we learn how your diet affects your skin and hair, which supplements can alter results of medical tests, and how certain foods can help neutralize free radicals and protect against damage. This interview originally aired in 2020 and has been re-edited and includes a new introduction.
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/dr-rajani-katta
Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1183137
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Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand
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36 min
January 15, 2025Ep. 561: Bad Bridal Behavior, the Astro Facial & The Week’s Beauty News
A bride sparked debate online for washing off her makeup artist’s work, and Jess & Jenn think there’s something bigger going on. Let’s discuss! Plus: Jess’s facial that doubled as an astrology reading; Jenn’s chrome nails; Ariana Grande thanking Botox; Armani Beauty’s new spokesman; a scientist calls in to teach us about botanical oils in hair care; heated socks for people with Raynaud's syndrome; fancy laundry pods; and so much more.
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/blogep-561
Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1177762
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53 min
January 10, 2025Beauty Trends in South Korea with Jenny Jin
Seoul-based beauty journalist Jenny Jin joins us with a full report on 2025 K-beauty trends and the latest in South Korean beauty culture. We’re talking about her favorite products at Olive Young; Ultherapy, Thermage, Rejuran (and the Skin Botox and Winback treatments she tried); Chahong’s hair perfume; 5X5 Nail Studio; and the Miffy nails she got from Unistela. Plus: Torriden masks, Nonfiction perfumes, pudding pots, lip tints, closet sachets, antimicrobial stickers, bag charms, snack tours, Turtle chips, and so much more.
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/blog/jenny-jin
Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1165686
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Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand
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1 hr 2 min
January 08, 2025Ep. 560: The Pantene Urban Legend, Facelifts & 2025 Beauty Predictions
Jess & Jenn are talking about “one and done” facelifts, makeup with personality (is Messy Girl the new Clean Girl?), skin tightening, the Lyma at-home laser, the next big fragrance trends, new beauty newsletters, the urban legend that Pantene is bad for hair—and how Alix Earle may have finally put it to rest.
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/blogep-560
Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1159817
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53 min
January 03, 2025Best of FM: Anastasia Soare of Anastasia Beverly Hills
The founder of the Anastasia Beverly Hills has plucked the eyebrows of Jennifer Lopez, Naomi Campbell, and Michelle Obama, but Anastasia Soare’s biggest success is her brand, which is estimated to be worth $500 million. In this interview (which originally aired in 2020), she tells us why she considers herself an example of the “American Dream” and shares how she built her brand, what she wishes more people knew about brows, and some of her favorite products.
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/blog/anastasia-soare
Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1138007
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26 min
January 01, 2025How to Shop for Skincare with Cosmetic Chemist Victoria Fu
Learn how to decode a cosmetic ingredient list, which skincare ingredients actually work, and how not to waste money on ineffective products in this interview with Victoria Fu, the co-founder of Chemist Confessions. Plus, she tells us about an AI-discovered molecule that improves skin elasticity and explains how social media causes skincare misinformation to proliferate online. This interview originally aired in 2023, but we’ll be back with all new episodes next week!
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/blog/victoria-fu-2025
Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/345104
Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsors
Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand
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50 min
December 27, 2024Best of FM: How to Talk to Kids About Beauty with Makeup Artist Jamie Greenberg
In this interview (our most popular of 2024!), we talk to celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg, a mom of three, about a timely topic: How young is too young for makeup and skincare? How can parents encourage self expression without glorifying consumerism? Should adults talk to kids about the downsides of plastic surgery and photo filters? Plus, she shares her makeup tricks for hooded eyelids, creasing concealer, and how to really get your makeup brushes clean.
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/blog/best-of-jamie-greenberg
Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1126561
Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsors
Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand
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51 min
December 25, 2024Candlemaker Louis Hotchkiss on The Secrets of His Craft
We’re lighting up the holiday season with candlemaker Louis Hotchkiss, the former president of KOBO candles. Here’s here to answer all our candle questions. Which wax burns the cleanest? How do containers, wicks, and fragrances affect burn rate? Why do some wick tips form a mushroom shape after they burn? How can you tell if a candle with have a good scent throw? All that and more. This interview originally aired in 2021 and is presented here with a fresh intro. We’ll be back with new episodes in the new year!
Episode recap with links: fatmascara.com/blog/louis-hotchkiss
Products mentioned in this episode: shopmy.us/collections/1126512
Sponsor links & discount codes: fatmascara.com/sponsors
Private Facebook Group: Fat Mascara Raising a Wand
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37 min

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