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To kick off the episode, we share some recent conversations we’ve had with some amazing women. We appeared on  Clean Beauty Insiders podcast, based in the UK where we chat about entrepreneurship and our favourite behind-the-scenes moments with founders. Plus, we got local love from fellow Torontonian podcaster Siffat Haider on the  Dream Bigger Podcast - where we dish *tons* of product faves.


Speaking of shopping, Carlene couldn’t leave Japan without a beauty haul so in today’s episode, we have your ultimate guide to J-Beauty shopping, aka Japanese Beauty!! What is J-Beauty, you ask? While K-Beauty trends may get all of the sexy headlines, the truth is that beauty insiders have long known that the most high-quality, smartly designed and effective products are born and bred in Japan (think backstage at fashion week with artists putting Shu Uemura lash curlers on the map).  So what really sets J-Beauty products apart? Carlene links up with her new beauty pal and Tokyo native Shiho Kobayashi to find out just that, and Shiho takes her on a field trip to Don Quijote where Carlene fills her cart with weird and wonderful essentials.


Check out our our  Amazon Storefront to snag them for yourself (and please note those are affiliate links). Stay tuned to the very end of the episode to hear Jill and Carlene reviews - is it a J-Beauty must or J-Beauty bust?

 

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Ep. 65 #TheGlowDown J-Beauty Shopping Special!

Get ready with us! We’re Jill and Carlene, two longtime beauty editors who have seen it all and swatched it all, and now we’re here to tell you what’s good. Whether you’re searching for the latest insider-fave foundation, building a gimmick-free skincare routine, or interested in exploring culture through a beauty lens, tune in every Wednesday for epic guests like Makeup By Mario, Dr. Pimple Popper and Jonathan Van Ness (say what?!) Plus, don’t miss our monthly #DamnGood reviews of trending drugstore and spendy finds that are worth the $$$ – you’re glowing already!

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Whether it’s the satin pillowcase, minimalist scrunchies or the viral, XL heatless rollers, there’s a good chance that you have a Kitsch favourite in your beauty routine already. Today, Founder and CEO Cassandra Morales Thurswell traces the brand’s humble beginnings, from selling handmade hair ties door to door at the tender age of 25 to creating a solid shampoo bar that sells every 5 seconds, to Kitsch’s status as one of the Most Innovative Brands of 2024, as deemed by Fast Company.




Tune in to learn about:How Cassandra created a multi-million dollar brand on optimism –  without an MBAWhat happens when you’re not a forward-facing founder (shy types, listen up!)What it takes to earn “Woman-Owned” CertificationWhy her new, filtered shower head is totally different from ones you’ve seen in the past (and how it can benefit your hair and skin!) What is the Kitsch Beach House and can anyone rent it??!


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Memberships, perks and points, oh my! This week we’re dissecting the world of beauty loyalty programs to see how they stack up against each other. Listen in as we reveal which loyalty programs really make it worth your membership, along with the one place we believe serves the most covetable G-with-P (gift with purchase) and the best, lowkey source to stack bundles and deals if you’re a true skincare junkie.




You’ll hear about:Sephora Beauty Insider Benefits vs Ulta Beauty Rewards showdown! Which one is better for beauty lovers when it comes to access, perks, birthday gifts and moreThe sleeper hit, luxury loyalty program that you need to know aboutThe one hair product that Carlene would risk her points on in order to try for the first timeThe products Jill wants to use her points for to re-up on for her beauty staplesStay tuned to the end for Jill’s hack on how to stack your beauty deals for max savings!   

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Today we’re welcoming Jen Atkin, dubbed “The Most Influential Hairstylist in the World,” by The New York Times. Prior to founding Ouai, Mane Addicts and now Mane, 

Jen lent her highly polished hair skills to a veritable who’s who of young Hollywood –  everyone from the Kardashians, the Jenner sisters, Hailey Bieber, Chrissy Teigen and even Madonna!




Listen in as we chat about:What inspired Jen Atkin to launch Mane, after years of being an ambassador to the industry’s most famous luxury $$$ hairdryerTips galore: How-to get the perfect blow dry at home, choosing the right barrel size for your hair type and banishing those dreaded curling iron kinksWhy the cool shot on your blow dryer is seriously underratedThe one hair product that Jen created which she now admits, was a flop momentThe secret habit she practices to bring focus as a busy Mom and serial entrepreneurPlus! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch our conversation with Jen Atkin And follow us on Tiktok to see Jen Atkin style retro waves on Carlene’s hair 


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Related episodes from back catalog: Celebrity Hairstylist Jen Atkin Tells us Everything About the New Dyson AirWrap InnovationKim Kardashian’s Mane Man Chris Appleton Reveals His Celeb Hair SecretsMakeup By Mario is Here to Share The New Makeup Rules for 2024, The Secret Project He’s Working On and The Never-Heard-Before, Very Personal Manifestation for The Year Ahead





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Legendary Hairstylist and Mane Founder Jen Atkin On The One Hair Tool That Got Her Celebrity Friends Buzzing, Pro Tips For Styling Curls That Last and Why It’s High Time We Retire Trends

Just ahead of Earth Month, this week we’re welcoming Brook Harvey-Taylor, Founder and President of Pacifica Beauty, the affordable, clean beauty brand that’s been championing vegan beauty for nearly 30 years. Join in to hear about Brook’s journey, from selling her first aromatherapy fragrance at a Grateful Dead show in Eugene, Ore. in the early 1990s to launching the brand’s best-selling vitamin C serum to coming full circle – with a new line of “aromapower” fragrances that kick starts a mood with every spritz.




In this episode, you’ll hear:How a childhood fave book, “Jitterbug Perfume,” inspired Brook’s passion for fragrance, and ultimately led her to become a certified aromatherapist. Which scent to reach for, and when, if you want to uplift, focus or calm your mood, according to the proWhich ingredients to avoid if you’re scent sensitiveWhat sets their best-selling Vitamin C serum, the Glow Baby Booster Serum, apart - and how it can only cost $18?! Why Pacifica is moving away from the phrase “clean beauty,” and why Brook is proudly creating products for everyone.


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Related episodes from our archives: Tata Harper Skincare Founder Tata HarperRMS Beauty Founder Rose-Marie SwiftSaie Founder Laney Crowell On What Clean Beauty Means Now, Building Best-In-Class Formulas & Introducing “The Concealer From The Future”





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Macy’s 

From now until April 7th, Macy’s Herald Square flagship store in New York will transform into a garden, blossoming with thousands of flowers. It’s free and open to the public during store hours!  Check out macys.com/flowershow




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The Power of Aromatherapy, Affordable "Clean" Beauty and Staying Relevant with Pacifica Founder Brook Harvey-Taylor

Who are we?! With the first day of spring comes Breaking Beauty Podcast’s 7th anniversary and today we’re celebrating with some of our brightest throwback memories, unlocked. If you’re new around here, we’re hitting you with an explainer on who we are and how we got here, along with some real talk on the struggles we’ve been experiencing lately – and how you might be able to help!




Plus, you’ll hear about:The top 10 Breaking Beauty episodes ever – can you guess which guests come out on top? (see links below to listen!)The number one product that outsells anything else we’ve recommended on BBP’s Shop My ShelfInner struggles! The real life goings on that may have one of us ‘blanking’ on the jobPOV: Thoughts on the middle-aged models moment at fashion weekThe part-time gig the ladies are considering… as foot models (?!)


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Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING. 




Impress Beauty

Visit impressbeauty.com/breakingbeauty and use code “BREAKINGBEAUTY” at checkout for 25% off imPRESSManicure and Press-On Falsies. 




Macy’s

Macy’s has what to wear anywhere – like a lakeside getaway – thanks to soft palettes, relaxed silhouettes, and lightweight fabrics. Check out your new fave styles, like looks inspired by the coast, at macys.com/ownyourstyle







The top episodes we mentioned:How To Build Your Skincare Routine with Celeb Facialist Renée RouleauMakeup Artist Violette Spills All of Her Beauty SecretsThe Ultimate 2022 Beauty Trends Forecast with Allure Editor-in-Chief Jessica CruelDr. Shereene Idriss Serving The Real Tea On Skin Care Scams#DamnGood Drugstore Finds: TikTok’s Favorite Tinted Serum, A Worth-The-Waitlist “Sunscreen Foundation,” An Under $10 Bottega-Green Nail Polish & More!(Shhh!) The #DamnGood Holiday Gifts We Secretly Want For OurselvesThe #DamnGood Spring 2022 Drugstore Finds - $17 (US) or Less!Are You Exfoliating Your Skin The Right Way? Featuring Rihanna-Approved Esthetician Sean GarretteHow-To Build Your Perfect Makeup Bag with Celebrity Makeup Artist Jamie Greenberg aka Jamie Makeup!The #DamnGood Trending Beauty Products from 2021 You Need To KnowThe #DamnGood Skincare Tools That are Actually Worth The Cheddar with Lauryn Bosstick aka The Skinny Confidential


Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. 




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Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

Produced by Dear Media Studio

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Ep. 65 #TheGlowDown J-Beauty Shopping Special!

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