Breaking Beauty Podcast

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Bonus Episode! Updating our Haul of Fame With New #DamnGood Favourites To Add To Your Cart, ASAP Jul 31, 2023

Show notes

In today’s bonus episode, we’re announcing the next round of #damngood products we’re adding to Breaking Beauty’s legendary Haul of Fame. Saving up your Sephora Beauty Insider Points? Planning for Ulta’s 21 Days of Beauty? Bookmark this shoppable list of our updated finds that we personally reach for – and recommend – time and time again. Plus, off the hop, we catch up on a few big beauty-meets-pop culture moments!

You’ll hear about:

A fragrance that smells like summer in a bottle from the Vacation brand (btw we still have a promo code with them - use code BEAUTY at checkout to save 20% at vacation.inc)
An “airbrush” blush that Sephora cannot keep in stock
A sheet mask that we’re likening to an “instant facial”
Carlene’s throwback, French pharmacy must for sensitive skin types
Jill’s new, budget-fave moisturizer that’s so skin-safe, it’s eczema-approved
Plus, the indie, sustainable makeup brand we had to remove (RIP)

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ILIA

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PILLSBURY

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

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What Too Faced Co-Founder Jerrod Blandino is Banking On Next: Diamond Care, Makeup Without Trolls and That Upcoming Madonna Beauty Collab Jul 26, 2023

Show notes

Jerrod Blandino is the legendary co-founder who turned glitter eyeshadow and “Better Than Sex” mascara into a breakthrough, $1.45 billion dollar idea with Too Faced Cosmetics. Now, along with his partner of 28 years, Jeremy Johnson, Jerrod is back with a brand new venture: Toy Box Brands, a startup incubator rolling out with an opulent, diamond care system that he likens to a beauty ritual for your jewels.

Tune in as Jerrod reveals the ethos behind this very personal debut (including a story about his own Elizabeth Taylor diamonds) along with a sneak peek into his next act, a performance-smashing makeup line called Polite Society, launching August 27th. Plus, we get the inside scoop on his upcoming capsule collection with Madonna and so.much.more.

In this episode you’ll also hear:

How Jerrod went from being fired from nearly every department store gig to the front lines of the beauty history
The little known details behind the iconic Better Than Sex Mascara, the #1 best-selling mascara in the U.S.
Why his new makeup line is set to top all of his cult-fave creations of the past, including a lip plumper he claims may be “too much” for some
What he thinks mineral oil and social media trolls have in common
The intimate story behind his collaboration with muse and lifelong friend, Madonna, for her upcoming tour

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Macy’s

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

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The Ultimate Lazy-Slash-Busy Girl’s Guide To Great Summer Skin With Master Esthetician and Jet-Set Queen Cynthia Rivas Jul 19, 2023

Show notes

“Skincare is my makeup.” New York-based esthetician Cynthia Rivas, who tends to famous faces like Karlie Kloss and Lily Aldridge, has taken the stylish set by storm with her pop-up facial ateliers at Paris fashion week – not to mention a signature facial at the glamorous Palm Heights Hotel in Cayman Islands. In today’s jet-setting episode, we find Cynthia's top tips (and product recommendations!) for complexion-saving skincare do’s at 30,000 feet, post-flight and at the beach.

Plus! Jill and Carlene share their personal packing musts, including the self-tanner that finally won Carlene’s heart (and legs).

You’ll hear about:

Why Cynthia would never apply retinoids or acids before getting on a plane
Her fave post-flight eye masks (that we’d never heard of before!)
What causes the appearance of enlarged pores in the summer, and how to make them look more refined
The difference between sunspots and melasma, and the one in-office treatment that works
The actually stylish UPF-protecting hat she’ll personally be wearing to the beach
What to do if you accidentally get a sunburn
How to reduce telltale, heat-induced flushing – fast

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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Macy’s

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

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Jill and Carlene Swap #DamnGood Makeup Bags in Part Two of our Special “Freaky Friday” Edition Jul 12, 2023

Show notes

Last week, we swapped skincare routines and this week, we’re bringing you the blockbuster spinoff.

Tune in as we try each other’s holy grail foundations (one of us is making a switch for good!) Plus, we compare notes on the#1 most-likely-to-be-found makeup brand in our cosmetics bags, the WOW tubing mascara that does.not.smudge and the surprising, completely non-viral brow fix that you did not see coming.

You’ll also discover:

The budget CC cream that’s replacing Jill’s former fave
The travel-ready contour stick we can’t quit (even if the packaging does it no favours)
A makeup artist-designed, monochromatic blush duo
The unexpected, lemon-yellow lip plumper that’s a smash hit for summer parties

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.

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/

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

Sephora

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Ouai

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Macy’s

Throughout July, Macy's and the non-profit organization Reading Is Fundamental are joining forces to help close the literacy gap. Give back online or at any Macy’s store to provide books and literacy resources to underserved kids and teachers through their Race, Equity and Inclusion Initiative. To learn more and donate today, visit macys.com/purpose.

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

Produced by Dear Media Studio

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Our #DamnGood “Freaky Friday” Episode is Here! Find Out What Happens When Jill and Carlene Swap Skincare Routines Jul 05, 2023

Show notes

Carlene and Jll are here with a very special “Freaky Friday” episode, putting each other’s skincare routines to the test! For Carlene, it’s two weeks of intimidating gadgets, skincare cycling and active ingredients galore.

Meanwhile, Jill is tasked with an anti-irritation regimine that’s so minimalist, she has to resist the urge to indulge in an exfoliating cheat day. In this ultimate beauty faceoff, it’s not about who comes out on top, but the lessons that come from the challenge itself.

You’ll find out:

Which once “scary” active treatment Carlene now plans to bring into her permanent skincare routine
The blue-toned face balm discovery that Jill is calling “intoxicating”
Why Carlene may make the jump from SPF 30 to SPF 50
Which steps Jill says are non-negotiables for her acne-prone skin
The one step Carlene tried– and will still be skipping – when she goes back to her lazy-slash-busy routine

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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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

Produced by Dear Media Studio

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What is The Gut and Skin Connection? How Diet and Stress Impact our Skin with Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Nigma Talib Jun 28, 2023

Show notes

This week we’re welcoming Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Nigma Talib, whose high-profile client list includes Rosie Huntington-Whitely, Penelope Cruz and Charlotte Tilbury. Dr. Nigma is booked and busy with a six-month waitlist, and she’s also author of the best-selling book, “Younger Skin Starts In The Gut." Today, Dr. Nigma helps us understand why gut health triggers like wine, sugar, dairy and gluten could be written all over our face.

Plus, we cover:

The relationship between inflammation and aging
How to know whether stress is the root cause of your skin ailment
Tips on finding the most effective probiotics for your gut – and whether topical prebiotics really do anything
Gutcare 101: What Dr. Nigma eats in a day to look and feel her absolute best, and why she never drinks coffee in the morning
Do Eastern and Western medicine approaches have to clash? What she says to naturopathic naysayers
What to expect at your first naturopathic doctor appointment
Plus! A sneak peek into the topic Dr. Nigma is tackling for her upcoming book

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.

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/

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Ouai

Get on your OUAI to healthier hair one day at a time with shampoos and conditioners that are just your type. Go to TheOuai.com and use code BEAUTY15 for 15% off your entire purchase.

Blissy

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Starface

If you’re ready to start celebrating and decorating your pimples, shop the entire Starface collection at Starface.World. For a limited time, get 15% off your first purchase when you enter the code BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout.

Sephora

Sephora has an amazing selection of Clean makeup brands and products, and the “Clean” seal makes it easy to shop. To learn more visit Sephora.com/clean

*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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Arielle Lorre Reveals The Holy Grail Products That Transformed Her Skin, Her Annual Tweakments Budget and Can Cosmetic Procedures Be Addictive? Jun 21, 2023

Show notes

LA-based wellness aficionado and cosmetic procedure connoisseur Arielle Lorre returns! Host of The Blonde Files Podcast, Arielle first appeared on our show back in 2020, when she shared her incredible journey going from rock bottom drug addiction to living that matcha and meditation life today.

Arielle is a veritable open book – and today, she’s back with more juicy tea. We hear all of the details (including the price tag!) on her latest surgery for breast augmentation, and we chat about whether cosmetic surgery itself can be addicting. Plus, we find out how much money Arielle spends on cosmetic surgery in a year, and so much more.

You’ll find out:

Why she’s choosing fat transfers over filler
Namedrop check! The only doctors Arielle would trust with her face – and her boobs
Which O.G. facialist skincare line got rid of Arielle’s stubborn acne, for good
How Arielle managed to come to a place of neutrality about her self-image

Pssst! We’re doing a podcast crossover episode with Arielle - so be sure to check us out over on The Blonde Files this week, where we sound off on everything from brands that just aren’t cutting it to trends like skinstreaming and so much more.

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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PROMO CODES:

MEDIHEAL

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MACY’S

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

Produced by Dear Media Studio

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These 10+ Tips from Celebrity Esthetician Joanna Vargas will Majorly Upgrade Your Skincare Routine Jun 14, 2023

Show notes

This week, we’re welcoming back one of the most sought after facialists in the game, Joanna Vargas! Having caught up with us live and in person fresh from her red carpet run-up, Joanna recommends the essential skin tools, ingredients and massage moves we can all use to seriously level-up our skincare routines at home. Plus, as author of the book, Glow From Within, Joanna shares her 360 approach to healthy skin from the inside out.

Mindy Kaling, Rachel Brosnahan and Maggie Gyllenhaal flock to her spas in New York and LA to experience the celebrity esthetician’s skilled hands, signature “triple crown facial” and patented LED bed (yep, we said BED). And this just in, a stand-alone atelier opens in West Hollywood later this month, with plans to open a 10,000 square foot outpost in Brooklyn this fall. Until then, listen in to hear about:

At-home facial massage moves inspired by Joanna’s very own triple crown facial, and why she’s not a fan of jade rollers
Epidermal growth factors - found in Joanna’s eponymous line of skincare, Joanna explains all of the benefits behind the buzzy ingredient
The most #worthit at-home skin tools, and where to invest in pro treatments
Joanna’s best tips for treating puffiness – including foods to avoid
Rules for getting the most effective, clear skin results, for textured, acne-prone and sensitive skin types
The secret Japanese sunscreen we neeeed to protect from hyperpigmentation
Joanna’s personal routine, including the green smoothie she drinks for lunch every day

Pssst! If you missed Joanna’s first appearance on our show, go back and listen to learn all about how to protect and fix your skin’s moisture barrier. That’s episode 154, January 2021.

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.

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/

PROMO CODES

Sephora

Sephora has an amazing selection of Clean makeup brands and products, and the “Clean” seal makes it easy to shop. To learn more visit Sephora.com/clean

Starface

If you’re ready to start celebrating and decorating your pimples, you can shop the

entire Starface collection at Starface.World. And for a limited time, all Breaking Beauty listeners are getting 15% off their first purchase when you enter the code BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout.

Blissy

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

Produced by Dear Media Studio

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What's #DamnGood for Summer? K-Beauty SPF Essence, Kylie’s Debut Mascara, Frozen Skincare + More In This Speed Round Edition Jun 07, 2023

Show notes

Carlene has been relaxing on the dock, while Jill has been galavanting from press event to patio hangs, testing the season’s sunscreens, skin saviors and longwear makeup along the way! In this speedy product review episode, you’ll learn about the essence-meets-sunscreen formula Jill is obsessed with now, along with the glowy mineral SPF that’s currently topping Carlene’s top shelf. Plus, stay tuned until the end to find out which viral sensation lip oil left your two favorite beauty critics divided.

You’ll hear about:

How deodorant-style sunscreen “sticks” are proving themselves to be life-savers – and why some people are still using them all wrong
High vs Low: Jill and Carlene face off in a skincare serum price point showdown (and maybe a little role reversal?)
The limited edition Chanel accessory (you’re definitely going to want to catch ‘em before they’re gone!)
Finally, creamy eyeshadow sticks that seriously don’t budge or crease in the summer heat
Lessons in Fitzpatrick “phototypes” - what the dermatologist-created skin classification system means, and which brands are finally catering to all skin tone needs – for real

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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MEDIHEAL

Shop Mediheal’s official Amazon US store and get 35% off ten packs. Just enter coupon code BREAKING35 at checkout. Plus, follow @medihealus on TikTok and like their giveaway post to enter a 30-mask giveaway valued at $70. Three lucky winners will be selected.

NUTRAFOL

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MACY’S

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

Produced by Dear Media Studio

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From Dog Attack to Starring in Vogue, Brooklinn Khoury’s Incredible Real-Life Journey May 31, 2023

Show notes

Meet Brooklinn Khoury, the 24-year-old skateboarder and social media model whose facial reconstruction journey began after a sudden dog mauling incident changed her life in seconds. Now starring in Vogue Arabia, Brooklin has documented every step in her impossibly inspiring journey, amassing nearly one million Tiktok followers in the process. And she’s just getting started. (Content Warning: Graphic details are discussed.)

Tune in to hear about:

Brooklinn’s encounter with a perfect stranger that eerily foreshadowed her life-altering incident
Details on Brooklinn’s multiple, awe-inspiring reconstructive surgeries, and the one surgeon who gave her hope
How Brooklinn remained positive through it all, even through online death threats
The reason Dance Moms Alum Chloé Lukasiak supported Brooklinn through the entire ordeal
What Brooklinn is manifesting next!

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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Ilia

Try the award-winning Ilia Beauty Super Serum Skin Tint for yourself! Visit ILIAbeauty.com and use BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase.

Ouai

Get on your OUAI to healthier hair one day at a time with shampoos and conditioners that are just your type. Go to TheOuai.com and use code BEAUTY15 for 15% off your entire purchase.

Starface

Shop the entire Starface collection at Starface.World. For a limited time, all Breaking Beauty listeners are getting 15% off their first purchase when you enter the code BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout.

Hello Fresh

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Smartwear

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya 

Produced by Dear Media Studio

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