The Dream Bigger Podcast

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#30 - Jill Dunn & Carlene Higgins, Founders of Breaking Beauty Podcast: Power of Retinol, New Skincare Brands, K-Beauty, Sleeping Masks, Beauty Bestseller Favourites, Best Under $50 Skincare Products, Squalane, and Best Luxury Beauty Products Apr 29, 2019

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On today's episode I'm chatting with Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins, otherwise known as the duo behind Breaking Beauty Podcast. Jill and Carlene are arguably two of the biggest beauty experts, having first been editors before moving onto the world of podcasting where they speak to the founders behind some of the world’s best beauty brands, like Emily Weiss of Glossier and Anastasia Soares of Anastasia Beverley Hills.

This episode comes right in time for the Sephora Sale, because it’s a deep dive into all things beauty. Since this was a conversation with beauty industry leaders, I got all their product recommendations, hot new brands, and trends to watch. I also picked their brains about how to break into the beauty industry. If you love beauty and skincare, this is episode will be a favourite.

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Cle de Peau Beauté Protective Fortifying Emulsion SPF 22

Vichy SPF 50 Sunscreen

La Roche Posay SPF 50 Sunscreen

Fresh Soy Face Cleanser

Drunk Elephant Slaai Makeup Melting Butter Cleanser

Lanolips 101 Ointment Multipurpose Superbalm

Bite Beauty Agave Lip Mask

Glamglow Supermud Mask

Beauty Blender

Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel

Weleda Skin Food

The Ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder

L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Mascara

Covergirl LashBlast

The Inkey List Hyaluronic Acid

Bioderma Sensibio Cleanser

Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Acid

Pixi Beauty Glow Tonic

The Ordinary Plant-Derived Squalane

Biossance Squalane + Antioxidant Cleansing Oil

Elizabeth Arden Retinol Capsules

Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Regenerating Cream

Drunk Elephant Retinol Cream

Dermalogica Overnight Retinol Repair 1%

Skinceuticals 0.3% Retinol

Laneige Dual Face Oil

Laneige Lip Mask

Glow Recipe Blueberry Bounce Gentle Cleanser

Glow Recipe Watermelon Sleep Mask

Glow Recipe Pineapple-C Serum

Glow Recipe Avocado Mask

Dr. Jart Ceramidin Cream

Cosrx Blackhead Power Liquid

Shiseido Ibuki Beauty Sleeping Mask

Biologique Recherche Lotion P50

Tata Harper Resurfacing Mask

Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm

May Lindstrom Skin The Blue Cocoon

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#29 - Dr. Natalie Mulligan, Naturopathic Doctor and Eating Disorder Expert: Eating Disorder Misconceptions, How To Spot An Eating Disorder, Healthy Eating vs. Orthorexia, Impact of Eating Disorders on Hormones and Healthy Approach To Weight Loss Apr 22, 2019

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On today's episode I'm chatting with Dr. Natalie Mulligan. Dr. Natalie is a naturopathic doctor and eating disorder specialist. We previously spoke on episode #16 about all things alternative medicine related, including natural healing modalities, supplements, how to get off birth control and so much more.

Since Dr. Natalie is an eating disorder specialist, on today’s episode, we decided to do a deep dive into the topic. We go over what is considered an eating disorder, common misconceptions around it, and the impact of personality types. We also talk about how to spot an eating disorder and approach someone who you think might have one, the impact that eating disorders have on hormones, a healthy approach to weight loss, and so much more. Eating disorders tend to have a lot of stigma around them, and this conversation is educational and you will most certainly learn a lot.

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#28 - Em Roberts, Founder of The Lipstick Fever: Starting A Blog, Cultivating A Strong Community, How To Get Invited To Fashion Week, IGTV Tips, Current Skincare Routine, Beauty Supplements, and Tips for Networking Apr 15, 2019

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On today’s episode, I’m chatting with Emily Roberts, my friend and founder of the blog, The Lipstick Fever. Em is a beauty and fashion blogger who moved from New York to London and has managed to build successful relationships with brands in both places. Today’s episode is centred around blogging - how to start a blog, tips for running a successful blog, how to dominate IGTV, build a strong community and so much more. Since Em is a beauty expert, we also get into tons of skincare recommendations which I know you’ll love!

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED

The Ordinary Skincare Hyaluronic Acid

Goldfaden MD Needle-Less

Goldfaden MD Neck Cream

Goldfaden MD Bright Eyes

Murad Eye Cream

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30

MAC Studio Face and Body Foundation

IT Cosmetics CC+ Cream

Elemis Omega-Rich Cleanser

Herbivore Cleanser

Medik8 Retinol Serum

Lumene Moisturiser

The Ouai Hair Vitamin

Regime London Hair Intensity

Erno Laszlo Sleep Mask

Erno Laszlo Cleansing Oil

Aquaphor Lip Ointment

Avene Cicalfate Restorative Cream

4th & Heart Grassfed Ghee

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#27 - Gabrielle Korn, Editor-In-Chief of NYLON Magazine: Publishing in the Digital Age, Diversity, Choosing Cover Stars, If Content Creators and Magazines Can Work Together, Productivity Hacks, How To Break Into Publishing and Pitching A Magazine Apr 08, 2019

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Today, I’m chatting with Gabrielle Korn, the youngest (and arguably, most progressive) Editor-in-Chief of Nylon Magazine. Gabrielle’s leadership was an integral part of taking Nylon from print to fully digital, and she has pushed racial and sexual diversity to be one of the core tenets of the magazine. In short, she’s a trailblazer.

Gabrielle and I talk about everything from breaking into the world of publishing and how to get noticed if you’re just starting out, to pushing diversity and a varied dialogue, to a day in the life of an EIC, to her skincare and wellness routines.

My conversation with Gabrielle was a breath of fresh air, and I wanted to share a quote from her, which is extremely powerful: “We’re strongly anti-racist, which is different from being inclusive because you talk about racism instead of just representing people”.

Whether you’re trying to break into publishing or are interested in diversity in publishing, this is an episode that should not be missed.

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Products Mentioned

Embryolisse Moisturizer

Simple Face Wash

Drunk Elephant Eye Cream

MDSolarSciences Sun Screen

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#26 - Jayme Cyk, Former Beauty Director of Violet Grey: Day In The Life of a Beauty Director, How to Start a Career in Beauty, Lessons from Industry Beauty Experts, Best Products Under $50, Beauty Trends, Clean Beauty Brands, CBD Products, Korean Beauty, Apr 01, 2019

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This week I'm chatting with Jayme Cyk, former Beauty Director of Violet Grey, and currently a contributing editor and founding member. Jayme left her role as Beauty Director at Violet Grey shortly after our conversation to start her consulting agency, Cannonball Theory, and she was full of all kinds of beauty insider secrets.

Violet Grey is the ‘insider beauty edit’. Basically, they’re an editorial meets e-commerce website with a pretty serious vetting process for all products. They work with industry experts like celebrity makeup artists, dermatologists and editors to find the best of the best. The role of Beauty Director at Violet Grey is basically that of an editor, focusing on educating their audience, and creating gorgeous content.

Today’s episode is all about skincare and beauty. We cover everything from what it takes to have a successful career in beauty to insider secrets. We go over a ton of buzzy things like CBD products, Korean Beauty Brands, and clean beauty. We also get into the best products for different price points, tips from beauty industry experts and so much more. This episode is an absolute must-listen for anyone who’s into skincare and beauty.

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED

Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Acid

Dr. Barbara Sturm Cleanser

Tatcha Dewy Skin Night Concentrate

Elta MD Sunscreen

Doctor Roger’s RESTORE Healing Balm

May Lindstrom Blue Cocoon Beauty Balm

Necessaire Body Line

Lord Jones CBD Body Lotion

Gossamer tincture

Hanacure Mask

Peach and Lily Matcha Pudding Moisturizer

Peach and Lily Glass Refining Serum

Dr. Frances Prenna Jones Formula 2006

Skinceuticals Redness Neutralizer

Epicuren Glow Moisturizer

The Nue Co. Probiotics

Vitamix

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#25 – Stephanie Gee, Co-Creator of Gee Beauty, Part II: Acne-Prone Skin, Layering Products, Hyperpigmentation, High-End Hyaluronic Acid vs. Affordable Hyaluronic Acid, Microneedling, Jade Rolling vs. Gua Sha, Lymphatic Drainage and Winter Skincare Mar 25, 2019

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This week, I’m chatting with Stephanie Gee, co-creator and social media director of Gee Beauty. Steph is a skincare and beauty expert, having been involved in Gee Beauty since her teenage years. I previously interviewed her on episode #5, where she goes over all the basics of skincare. I’d recommend checking that out first because in today’s episode we get into some really specific stuff.

Today, we do a deep dive into all things skincare. We chat about preventative skincare, hyperpigmentation, why some products are more expensive than others (and if they're worth it), lymphatic drainage, jade rolling vs. Gua Sha, the best beauty products under $50 and so much more.

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED

Skinceuticals clarifying clay mask

Dr. Dennis Gross Peel Pads

Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Acid

Skinceuticals H.A. Intensifier

Skinceuticals Serum 10

Skinceuticals Phloretin CF

Skinceuticals CE Ferulic

The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid

Skinceuticals Blemish and Age Defense

Skinceuticals Discoloration Defense

Skinceuticals Fusion UV Defense SPF 50

Elta MD Sunscreen

Goldfaden MD Sun Visor

Image SPF Spray

WelleCo. The Super Elixir

Herbalore Catalyst Gold

Dr. Sebagh Supreme Eye Serum

Dr. Dennis Gross Dew It All Eye Gel

Dr. Dennis Gross Neck Emulsion Cream

Dr. Sebagh High Maintenance Hand Cream

Gee Beauty Hydramist

Dr. Dennis Gross Moisture Cushion Cream

Gee Beauty Prime Skin

Sunday Riley Ceramic Slip Cleanser

Sunday Riley Good Genes

Grandelash Lash Serum

Skinceuticals Antioxidant Lip Repair

Dr. Barbara Sturm Enzyme Cleanser

Skinceuticals Micro-Exfoliating Scrub

Gee Beauty Clean Sweep

Gee Beauty Brightening Cleansing Water

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#24 - Beca Alexander Founder and President of Socialyte: Starting An Influencer Management Agency, The World of Social Media and Content Creators, Building a Successful Digital Brand, Fraudulent Activity in the Industry, Sponsored Posts, Launching Product Mar 11, 2019

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Today I'm chatting with Beca Alexander, the Founder and President of Socialyte about the world of Influencers. Socialyte is one of the top Influencer Management agencies in the world. Beca was one of the OG influencer managers, as in, she was doing it before it was even a thing, so she’s very much on the pulse. Today, she does a deep dive into the world of social media, influencer management, and basically answers all the questions you may have about this industry.

She goes over what it takes to be a successful content creator and the importance of professionalism in this domain. We talk about understanding motivation and get into the concept of authenticity. Beca gives us her opinion on how to balance sponsored with non-sponsored posts. This episode is packed with information on how to thrive in this industry. Whether you’re a content creator or are just curious to learn more about how this industry works, this is an episode you shouldn’t miss.

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#23 - Laura Davidson, Fitness Influencer and Founder of SweatCity App: Building an App from Scratch, Leaving a Corporate Career, Launching A Blog, Achieving Fitness Goals, Sustainable Lifestyle Changes, Snacking and Wellness Tips Mar 04, 2019

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Today I’m chatting with Laura Davidson about all things fitness. Laura is a fitness influencer, the founder of the ‘My Sweat Story’ blog and the creator of the SweatCity App. Laura is a serious hustler, she had a successful career working for Kevin O’Leary (you may know him from Shark Tank), before going full-time with her career in health and fitness. Oh and the app she launched? She taught herself how to code to build it out in the beginning stages.

She’s a living blueprint on how to create healthy lifestyle changes. On today’s episode we talk about her story - how and why she got into fitness, what it’s like starting an app from scratch and what it takes to make your place in the industry. She goes over what motivates her and what strategies she used to hold herself accountable. We also talk fitness achievements, nutritional tips, sustainable lifestyle changes and so much more.

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#22- Dr. Mona Vand, Pharmacist, Youtuber, & Wellness Influencer: Plant-based Diets, Weight Loss, Food Combining, Snacking, Managing Cravings, Sustainable Dieting, Alcohol Consumption, Skincare Routine and Fighting Breakouts Feb 25, 2019

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Today I'm chatting with Dr. Mona Vand about all things wellness. Dr. Mona Vand is the anti-pharmacy pharmacist who believes in a grassroots approach to health and wellness, stressing the importance of clean eating and lifestyle modifications. She’s been featured on NBC, Purewow, and her Instagram and Youtube videos get hundreds of thousands of views, no big deal.

On today’s episode, I chat with Dr. Mona on all things wellness and skincare including food combining and dealing with food cravings, how to eat and drink without compromising your health, fruit consumption, weight loss, skincare favourites, and so much more.

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

Larabar

Sulwhasoo Cleanser

Dermalogica Cleanser

Sulwhasoo Beauty Essence Water

Juice Beauty Firming Serum

Biossance Retinol Serum

Sulwhasoo Activating Serum

Beauty by Design Squalane Oil

Biossance Squalane Oil

Skinceuticals B5 Hydrating Serum

Dermalogica Phyto Oil

Honest Beauty Oil

Sulwhasoo Finishing Moisturizer

Biossance Cream

Dermalogica Intensive Moisturizer

L'Oreal Vitamin C Pure Serum

Sulwhasoo Eye Cream

Sulwhasoo Clarifying Clay Mask

Dermalogica Charcoal Mask

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#21- Dana James, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and Founder of The Archetype Diet: Weight Management, Female Archetypes, Chakra and Color Spectrum Diagnosis, Snacking, Portion Size and Debunking Diet Trends Feb 18, 2019

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On today's episode I'm chatting with Dana James, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and Founder of The Archetype Diet. Dana has been featured on Vogue, Forbes, and Women’s Health, just to name a few. As a cognitive behavioural specialist, Dana believes that there is a deep link between women’s psychology and their eating habits, which is how she created the archetype diet.

In our discussion, she tells me how she came up with the four archetypes, including their desires, goals, dieting patterns and associated remedies to archetype-related challenges. We also discuss diet trends, why snacking is important, blood sugar, and so much more. This episode is packed with so much insightful information and will tell you everything you need to know about weight loss and how to eat healthy in a sustainable way. Dana's Archetype Diet is basically the anti-diet that you've been waiting for all your life.

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED

Klaire Labs Probiotics

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