Stay ConnectedPresented by IPSY, Hitting Pan gets to the bottom of all things beauty—no topic is off limits. Get the tea on all the weird, wacky, and wonderful trends taking over your feed, surprising stories from brand founders, shocking insights from industry experts, gag-worthy gossip from beauty creators, and an exclusive peek behind the curtains with our Icon Box curators. We know that beauty isn’t everything, but maybe, just maybe, it is?
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In this episode of Hitting Pan, we sit down with Linda and Matt Secondi, co-founders of LITHE BEAUTY, to unpack what it really takes to build a beauty brand from the ground up. From identifying gaps in the market to creating thoughtfully formulated products, the power couple shares the realities of launching a brand as partners: balancing creativity, business strategy, and vision.
We dive into the inspiration behind LITHE, the importance of intentional ingredient choices, and how modern consumers are reshaping the beauty landscape. Whether you’re a beauty founder, creator, or product lover, this episode offers honest insights into entrepreneurship, innovation, and building a brand that truly resonates.
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Join PRO MUA Megan Lombardi as she rounds up the best of beauty in 2025. From standout products and defining makeup moments to the trends that dominated the year, this episode breaks down what truly delivered, and what’s worth carrying into next year. Expect pro insights, expert tips, and Megan’s take on the looks, techniques, and innovations that shaped beauty in 2025. If you want the ultimate year-in-review from an industry pro, this is the episode to press play on.
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Carina Chaz didn’t just start a fragrance brand, she started a movement. DedCool is changing the game with sustainable, genderless scents that speak to a new generation. Tune in as Carina shares the story behind her brand’s beginnings, what it takes to stay authentic in a crowded industry, and how she keeps creativity at the heart of everything she does.
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En este episodio de Hitting Pan, invitamos a Ashley Frangie a conversar con el internacionalmente reconocido maquillista mexicano, Luis Torres, en una charla llena de inspiración, honestidad y pasión por la belleza.
Luis comparte sus inicios en Jalisco, los sacrificios detrás de su éxito y cómo ha aprendido a diversificar su trabajo y sus actividades — desde el maquillaje y peinado hasta la creación de contenido y las colaboraciones con marcas — para triunfar en una industria en constante cambio, donde solo los mejores y más dedicados alcanzan el éxito..
Una conversación poderosa sobre esfuerzo, autenticidad y creatividad — ¡no te lo puedes perder!
In this episode of Hitting Pan, guest host Ashley Frangie sits down with world-renowned Mexican makeup artist Luis Torres for an inspiring and deeply honest conversation about creativity, discipline, and building a lasting career in beauty.
Luis opens up about his beginnings in Jalisco, the sacrifices behind his success, and how he’s learned to diversify his work and ventures — from makeup and hairstyling to content creation and brand collaborations — to thrive in a fast-changing industry, where only the most hard working talents achieve success.
A powerful reminder that passion and hard work go hand in hand in any creative journey — don’t miss it!
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Join us as we welcome Aliett Buttelman, founder of FAZIT BEAUTY, to Hitting Pan. Buttelman gets to the bottom of her journey as a beauty entrepreneur, the inspiration that led her to create FAZIT, and how she’s reshaping the conversation around confidence and self-expression. From the challenges of building a brand from the ground up to her vision for the future of beauty, this episode of Hitting Pan gives listeners an inside look at the passion, perseverance, and creativity driving FAZIT BEAUTY forward.
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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with makeup artist and content creator Rose Siard, the powerhouse behind @roseandben, to get to them bottom of her journey from small-town life to beloved beauty influencer and founder of her own makeup brush line. Siard shares the peaks, the valleys, and the passion that fueled her path and how authenticity, faith, and perseverance helped her build such a loyal community. Whether you’re a beauty lover or chasing a dream of your own, this conversation will leave you uplifted and motivated.
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In this episode, we’re diving into the world of beauty entrepreneurship with Isabel Alysa, the powerhouse CEO and founder behind DOLCE GLOW and SUNNEE BAESKIN. Isabel shares her journey from launching her first skincare brand to building a sunless tanning empire that’s taken the beauty industry by storm.
Learn how Isabel turned her passion into a thriving business, the challenges she overcame and the strategies that have propelled both Dolce Glow and Sunnee BAEskin to success. From product innovation to the power of community, tune in for an inspiring conversation on finding your glow—both inside and out.
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This week on Hitting Pan, we sat down with Lipstick Nick—Emmy winner, makeup artist legend, and Sr. Director of Artistry at @elfcosmetics. 🫶✨
An OG YouTuber turned beauty boss, Nick’s spilling all the tea for the next generation of artists. 👀🎨
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Join Rodial Beauty founder Maria Hatzistefanis as she shares the real story behind her rise from outsider to industry icon. Maria dives deep into the unfiltered truths of entrepreneurship, brand building, and the power of resilience—with insider tips, personal lessons, and bold advice for anyone chasing success in beauty and beyond.
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What really happens when you go from working with Kylie Jenner to launching your own beauty brand? In this episode of Hitting Pan, Ryan Dubs—the founder of DEW OF THE GODS and TOYFACTORY—gets to the bottom of what it takes to build a beauty empire from the ground up. He spills on his early days at Kylie Cosmetics, the viral TikTok that changed everything, and why he still packs all the orders himself—even as a multimillion-dollar brand owner. Plus, he opens up about handling online trolls, breaking into major retailers, and the toughest lesson he’s learned in business.
Feeling inspired to level up your beauty routine? Listeners of this episode will get an exclusive 20% off code to stock up on all their CLINIQUE favorites, so be sure to listen all the way through.
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