Stay ConnectedFat 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 sits down with celebrities, artists, executives, doctors, perfumers, writers, and more, allowing these experts to share their insider knowledge, but also express themselves in ways never heard before.
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Jenn welcomes multi-hyphenate beauty guru Pamela Edwards Christiani, a journalist (formerly Essence & People), astrologer, and aspiring voice actor, as her guest co-host while Jess has the week off. On deck for discussion: pre-teen skincare routines; Bath & Body Works' ridiculous lineup of holiday scents; the FBI warning that hackers are targeting plastic surgeon’s offices (Pamela says Pluto's upcoming transit in Aquarius may cause all sorts of digital upheaval); how the FDA’s proposed ban on formaldehyde in hair relaxers may reignite CROWN Act legislation at the federal level; a Glossier-themed bat mitzvah in Los Angeles; and Raise A Wands for amazing lip balms, inclusive TV series, and Dr. Ryan Turner’s TRNR Skin.
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“Every culture in history has used natural scented materials for the most important things in life—eating, praying, making love, being buried,” says psychotherapist turned natural perfumer Mandy Aftel, in this fascinating interview. The founder of the Aftel Archive of Curious Scents, in Berkley, California, is here to celebrate the release of her latest book, The Museum of Scent, by sharing a few of her stories. She tells us about the time she taught Apple’s Jony Ive natural perfumery; how she scented Leonard Cohen’s funeral; why oud is misunderstood; the controversial story of ambergris; the backstory of a rare gardenia extract from Tahiti; and so much more. We’re calling it now: This is a Fat Mascara classic. Enjoy!
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Jenn is looking for lip balms that actually last more than an hour, so call the hotline to share your favorites: 646-481-8182! Then, we have lots to cover this week: a moisturizing side benefit of lip filler; trouble for spa brands like Decléor; how social media stars go viral by applying lip gloss while talking; Beyonce’s new perfume, Cé Noir; a closer look at G Spot drinks; California’s banning of 26 chemicals found in cosmetics; and a proposed FDA ban of formaldehyde in hair relaxers. Plus, we Raise a Wand to a glycolic serum, a sulfate-free shampoo, and a vegan makeup brush that performs better than traditional animal hair.
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Jónsi Birgisson and Lilja Birgisdóttir are taking Jess (and you!) on a journey to Iceland—through their perfume and their art. Listen in as they talk about Fischersund, their family-run perfumery and art collective, their artistic influences, and how music and Iceland’s natural wonders inspire everything they do.
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Has beauty culture come to a stand still? A recent New York Times article lamenting the current lack of cultural innovation got us thinking. We’re also chatting about the Goop line for Target; why red is trending (and Poppy King’s new lipstick); the genius of the Tampon Tax Back Coalition; how excited we are for Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla (and the adjacent Half Magic makeup set); and the potential downside of (supposedly) libido-boosting products for women. Plus, bargains from listeners and a sunscreen with ceramides.
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What’s the difference between lasers and LED (light emitting diodes), IPL (intense pulsed light), RF (radiofrequency), and all the other professional therapies and devices out there? In this interview (previously aired), dermatologist Robert Anolik, MD, explains it all: Which lasers (Q-Switched, Vbeam, Excel V, Fraxel, Clear + Brilliant) help with which skin concerns? What’s the difference between a drive-by “laser facial” and the treatment you’ll get in a doctor’s office? What’s the best laser for your money? How do you find a laser expert you trust? And is there anything you can do to improve certain skin issues if you can’t afford a laser treatment?
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Maybe we’re getting into Halloween early, but this week has some ghoulish delights! Listen in to help us solve a crime at a hair salon in Ontario, Canada, and then explore your shadow self with a perfume designed to … Repel? Protect? Confuse? You decide! Plus: Jess has an interesting encounter with Victoria Beckham, “over-producting” your concealer, surprising news about skin cancer, and sustainable scent strips.
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Rihanna’s go-to makeup artist, Priscilla Ono, is here to talk about her famous clients, her love of clean skin (and a clean kit!), the makeup courses she teaches, her work with Cetaphil, and how her career started with music videos. Plus: The global makeup artist for Fenty Beauty explains how to use blush to detract from under-eye circles, an easier way to clean your makeup brushes, how to get the sharpest winged liner—and the reason she’s never lost her luggage.
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Why did Pamela Anderson’s no-makeup look get so much attention? We have thoughts on that and lots more: The Super Models documentary on Apple TV+; nepomodels; Beckham-inspired fragrances; the death of magazine scent strips (and new research on how people shop for perfume); and Flyte.70’s indie beauty boutique near Boston. Plus, we have new homework for the Fam! We want to know about your favorite beauty brands and products with a soul—the special items on your vanity that tell a story, have a point of view, and aren’t just your everyday workhorses. That’ll make more sense after you listen!
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Listen in to our live-recorded podcast with Marisa Meltzer, the author of Glossy: Ambition, Beauty, and the Inside Story of Emily Weiss's Glossier. We treated this interview as a book club of sorts, and asked Marisa all of your (and our!) pressing questions. She discusses her interviews with Emily Weiss, the rise (and plateau?) of Glossier, her reporting process for the book, why the #GirlBoss era feels so cringey now, and—most importantly—who should play Emily Weiss when Marisa’s book gets optioned (hopefully!) for a movie. We hope you enjoy this fun and freewheeling conversation, including a special appearance from Marisa’s bulldog, Joan.
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