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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Boo Boo the brown bear is obsessed with Taylor Swift’s Incredible Things perfume, and we are obsessed with him. But first, Jess hangs with a brow artist who has some issues with brow lamination, and we talk about golden-hour makeup, underwear made of seaweed, and the surprising reason female dermatological surgeons may not get the same training their male counterparts do. All that, plus carry-on beauty essentials, a divinely scented salt spray, and some new homework…What bronzey things are you using to fake a golden-hour glow?
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When it comes to aging, actress Sofía Vergara says she wants "to go down fighting.” We talk about that and so much more on today's episode: the beauty secrets Sofía learned while prepping for Carnival, in her hometown of Barranquilla; how her look changed over 11 years on Modern Family; the best makeup with SPF (and her new line, toty.); the reason she’s never over-plucked her eyebrows; exactly what her new house smells like; and the reason her friends call her Dr. Vergara.
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Good looks pay: On average, attractive CEOs make $1 million more than their average-looking counterparts, according to new research and a compelling article in the Wall Street Journal. Let’s discuss! Then, Jess puts her art history degree to work, uncovering (information on) a 2,000-year-old perfume buried in a Roman mausoleum in Spain. Plus: behind the scenes at the Fragrance Foundation Awards; an evening with Tia Mowry; Charlotte Tilbury’s A.I.-powered app and Bella Hadid campaign; Jess’s cat, Furrina, gets a glow up; and we Raise Wands to an ultra-hydrating tinted lip balm, shimmery gel-cream-powder eye shadows, and our listener's favorite summer serums.
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Welcome to the Best of FM! This bi-weekly series features our favorite interviews with new introductions from Jenn & Jess. These “Best of FM” selections are for new listeners who may not be sure which Fat Mascara podcast to listen to first, as well as long-time listeners who may have missed (or want to revisit!) some of our most popular podcasts. First up: Huda Kattan, the founder of Huda Beauty. She explains how she went from getting fired to becoming “one of the most influential people on the internet” in just a few years. We also get an inside look at her product-development process and learn how she ensures that every product she creates will stand the test of time.
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Psychologist, hair stylist, hair historian, and clinical therapist Afiya Mbilishaka, PhD, is here to talk about why hair (and caring for it) can be an entry point to mental-health services. She explains why hair is sacred in many cultures around the world, especially in some of the African cultures she’s studied. Plus: why hair loss can be so devastating; the importance of hair stylists in Black communities; how to have a better relationship with your stylist—and what’s really going on when someone gets breakup bangs. She also tells us about plans to expand her work thanks to a grant from Maui Moisture.
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After one company’s silicone wrinkle patches went viral, they calculated that the sales bump put five extra tons of trash into landfills. So, the company started a wrinkle-patch recycling program. Will it make a difference? We discuss—and share some of our favorite programs for recycling beauty and fashion trash. Plus, there’s an uptick in skin damage from bad laser facials, and dermatologists are looking for new ways to treat side effects like hypopigmentation. Also in this episode: Jess’s trick for the perfect lip color; an Allergan Aesthetics grant program for women entrepreneurs; more thoughts on Jeremy Fragrance; our latest candle obsession; a discount code for Jenn’s favorite makeup-removing balm; and new Raise A Wand homework! Tell us about your favorite *cosmetically elegant* hydrating serums that don’t feel sticky or tacky.
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Whether you’re attending a big event or you’re about to be a bride, the pressure is on to look amazing. And not just amazing, but timeless! Relaxed! Polished in photos! And not like your face ate the blush before you stepped out the door! Makeup artist and beauty educator Nicky Posley is here to help. Not only has he worked with hundreds of brides (as well as celebrities like Serena Williams, Sloane Stephens, and Chrissy Teigen), he’s willing to share the tricks and products he uses to make clients look like themselves but better for big events. Plus, we chat about how to find a wedding makeup artist you vibe with, bridal-makeup trials, reference photos, the best tools and touch-up products, and more.
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We’re trying to love marine and aquatic perfumes, sharing our summer-concert experiences, and going deep on YouTube creator Jeremy Fragrance, the intriguing (“unhinged,” per GQ) fragrance influencer. Plus, why did Marc Jacobs Beauty quiet quit retail sales? And lots more to discuss: everyone’s best friend Florence Pugh and her new beauty contract; the Ulta-ification of Space NK; and mystical products, including a gemstone-infused bath soak and a Good Omens candle.
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Sharon Chuter is stepping away from Uoma Beauty, the brand she founded, but she leaves behind an amazing legacy. In this interview, she tells us about the rebellious path she took from teenage beauty entrepreneur in Nigeria to head of her own company, and opens up about the difficulties she’s faced as a Black woman in the corporate world and why she wanted to do things differently once she was in charge. Plus, Sharon shares her take on the beauty industry’s efforts to become more diverse and inclusive, as well as some of the makeup and skincare she can’t live without. This podcast has a new intro but the interview originally aired in August 2021. We'll be back next week with all new episodes!
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Hairstylist Mara Roszak booked her first celebrity client when she was just 17 (her mom had to drive her to the job!), and she’s been working steadily ever since, with clients like Emma Stone, Zoe Saldana, Natalie Portman, and Cara Delevingne. In this interview, she shares how she got her start, anecdotes from the set, the story behind her line, Rōz, and the products she stocks in her kit—and at her salon, Mare. This interview originally aired in November 2021, but we'll be back next week with all new episodes.
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