Breaking Beauty Podcast

It’s a #DamnGood Amazon Prime Days shopping special! We’re in your feeds with an “early bird” episode dedicated to the viral finds flying off shelves.

Tune in as we test-drive:

• The #1 best-selling cushion foundation on Amazon that’s gone completely viral on TikTok – and costs only $25  
• A $12 smash-hit liquid bronzer that you can score with its very own Gift With Purchase 
• The iconic body cream that Carlene always empties – now, at 15% off
• A next generation skin cleanser that was 10 years and 50 patents in the making (and unlike anything that we’ve tried before!)
• A French pharmacy must that has more than 35,000 reviews on Amazon – and it’s 20% off
• Stay tuned to the end when we reveal some blockbuster deals – including $100 savings on a product that we’ve been talking about since episode one!

Shop, and follow, our Amazon storefronts for more!

• Amazon storefront (USA)
• Amazon storefront (Canada)

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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• It's The "I Can't Believe It's Not Luxury!" Episode (Epic Budget Beauty Finds That Go Wayyyy Beyond The Drugstore

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Named one of the “Next Generation of Status Facialists: New York City Edition” by Fashionista, Raquel Medina-Cleghorn’s client roster is a who’s who of the fashion world, counting in-the-glow models like Emily Ratajkowski, designer Simone Rocha and makeup artist Hung Van Ngo on her list. Today, the former fashion stylist is here to teach us everything to know about atelier-inspired at-home skincare treatments, guaranteed to level up your basic routine no matter what your skincare conundrum.

You’ll discover:

• What makes a skincare treatment a treatment, versus any other product or step you may use in your skincare routine.
• Which exact serums, boosters and masks to invest in for your personal skin challenge, whether it’s pores, hormonal acne, sagging, hollowness or dark spots.
• Plus, stay tuned until the end to find out what Raquel is personally using - and not using - in her personal pregnancy skincare routine
• How-to “jack-hammer” away your hyperpigmentation like the pro
• What’s involved in the “4 Hand” Red Carpet treatments that Raquel has been doing in New York and Los Angeles for Fashion Weeks, the Oscars and MET Gala (sounds divine!)

PS - don’t forget that we’ll be live with our “#DamnGood Amazon Viral Beauty Hits” - episode one day early next week on Tuesday, July 16th 2024. And follow our Amazon storefront for inspo!

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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• WTF is The Beauty Sandwich? (And Do We Need One??) Ft. Ivan Pol

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn 

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 

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“I’m very into seeing the woman as she actually is.” This week we get a masterclass in less-is-more makeup with Emmy-nominated celeb makeup artist Molly R. Stern! For over three decades, Molly has aced the art of enhancing the natural beauty of her power women clientele (everyone from Reese Witherspoon to Maya Rudolph, Julia Roberts and more.) Listen in as Molly shares her best tips on colour theory, expert blending and more for minimal makeup that delivers maximum effect.

Tune in to learn about:

• Why skin prep is a big deal – and the one tool Molly’s obsessed with to bring a natural glow to skin
• Why her signature “flushed” look begs the question: “Did that person just come out of a closet making out with someone?” 
• The makeup artist’s favourite hack for “lash detailing” mascara to achieve fluffy lashes
• Her “blush-a-holic” tri-colour blush application technique
• The one luxury blush that Carlene and Molly are both swooning over
• Molly’s best tip for seamlessly covering a zit 
• Why she’s warmed up to the idea of makeup primers – a category she once loathed
• Her favourite budget-friendly eyeshadow

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

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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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This week we’re welcoming back power cosmeceutical couple, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dennis Gross and Carrie Gross, co-founder and chief creative officer of the beloved Dr. Dennis Gross skincare brand. In this sponsored episode, we find out whether LED skin devices (like the rose gold, hockey goalie-adjacent mask you’ve seen all over your feed) are as revolutionary as retinol in the history of beauty breakthroughs.

Listen in to learn:

• The fascinating origin story behind LED skin therapy technology –  straight outta NASA –  that led to today’s device boom.
• “LED is an ingredient.” The new way of thinking around the collagen-building tech that has Dr. Dennis Gross likening LED to retinol and vitamin C.
• Mask? Wand? Amazon? How to shop for the best LED skin device for your skin – and the red flags to avoid.
• How-to incorporate LED light masks into your everyday routine, from when and how long to use it – including a hack for targeting a sagging neck.
• Plus! Stay tuned until the end to hear the scoop on what sort of device the dynamic duo will be launching next.

Note from our Sponsor: Visit DrDennisGross.com to learn more about their LED devices and skincare products 

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

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• Meet the Pioneers of the At-Home Acid Peel, Dr. Dennis Gross & Carrie Gross
• Are You Applying Your Sunscreen the Right Way? With Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry
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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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This week we’ve edited down the latest hot-weather beauty launches (and culled the “stinkers” from our vanities!) to embrace the #DamnGood products that are going to be in our personal rotation all summer long. 

Tune in to hear about:

• A much-anticipated lip gloss collab that inspired people to wait in line for *hours* to snag a sample in NYC
• Jill’s new fave K-beauty moisturizer that’s been flying off the shelves since its debut
• The skincare emulsion so good that Carlene’s teen daughter is swiping it from her beauty closet
• The secret to success when using Makeup By Mario’s new bronzing and shaping  serum 
• An Instagram-worthy Australian import that actually lives up to the sunscreen hype
• The latest at-home hair removal options for your smoothest skin yet – no matter what your budget 
• Plus, is Charlotte Tilbury’s famous Flawless Filter being up-duped, this time by a designer brand? 

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

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

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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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Beverly Hills-based esthetician Candace Marino – aka The  LA Facialist – is back on the podcast with her top skin treatment recommendations – to suit every budget. If you’ve ever wondered which skin-fixing procedures are a need to have vs a want to have, you’ve come to the right place.

You’ll discover:

• Everything to know about Candace’s brand new, Beverly Hills outpost, featuring esthetician-founded and niche brands, in addition to cutting edge treatments.
• Surprise! Why Candace, despite being a skincare sensation among Hollywood's elite (including Dove Cameron!) has zero interest in starting her own skincare brand.
• Skincare economics: Where to save and where to splurge when it comes to facials, lasers and peels, including the procedure you may have seen on billboards that she’s de-influencing now.
• How many times a year you really need to see an esthetician in order to see results, without breaking the bank. 
• Candace's latest, *personal* must-have products, from a total rosacea saviour to the latest addictive lip serum and the under $20 at-home gadget to add to your routine, stat.

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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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn 

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 

Produced by Dear Media Studio 

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Can eating an abundance of carrots give you a faux glow? Is sunscreen “absolutism” a thing of the past? And, are tanning beds the key to not looking “ugly,” as Gen-Z maintains? This week we decode the latest, controversial sunscreen headlines with Manhattan-based, board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon, Dr Michelle Henry. 

Join us as the clinical instructor of dermatology explains:

• The truth about “tanning” beds to treat skin disorders like psoriasis (we’re looking at you, Kim!) 
• The right way to apply – and reapply – sunscreen, and what you might be getting wrong when it comes to SPF application in your routine.
• Dr. Henry’s SPF picks for sensitive, acne-prone and dry skin, including her *personal* faves.
• Chemical vs mineral filters - which formulas comes out on top, in her view? 
• Stay tuned to the end to hear Dr. Henry’s no-holds-barred response to a recent article in The Atlantic titled: “Against Sunscreen Absolutism: Moderate sun exposure can be good for you. Why won’t American experts acknowledge that”?  

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

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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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Rachel Goodwin is master of the “French Omelette Of Makeup.” Her flawless handiwork has earned an elegant roster of elite clientele who include Priyanka Chopra, January Jones, Julia Roberts and Penelope Cruz. Listen in as Rachel shares the inside track on dolling up Emma Stone for red carpet award season this year, her take on TikTok’s Color Analysis trend, plus invaluable tips on how to achieve minimal glamour with this audible masterclass in precision.

You’ll learn:

• How Rachel professionally sets makeup to look natural and resist sweat all day – without the use of primers or setting sprays.
• How to choose and apply blush for the most you-at-your-best result.
• The exact makeup base, foundations and bronzers she relies on for the freshest results (she’s naming names!) 
• The one skincare product she discovered to actually reduce facial redness (the way Carlene jumped on this one so fast!!) 
• The *only* celebrity makeup brand you’ll find in Rachel’s kit 

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

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• Are You Applying Your Foundation The Right Way? Ft. Beyonce’s Makeup Artist Sir John
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• Makeup Artist Violette Serrat Spills All of Her French Beauty Secrets

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Right now, our listeners get an additional 15% off any annual membership at MASTERCLASS.com/BEAUTY.

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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In this week’s #DamnGood episode, we review the top French pharmacy skincare finds of all time, just in time for the Cannes film fest, Paris Olympics – and your next summer sojourn.  

Tune in to hear us chat about:

• The viral retinol formula that smooths wrinkles, banishes breakouts and acne scars – and costs just 12 Euro. 
• The one aluminum tube that every French family brings on holiday for sunburns and booboos
• The often misunderstood hyaluronic acid product that’s unlike any you’ll find on this side of the pond
• The #1 (and most copied!) sunscreen that’s best shaken, not stirred
• The decadent body butter that legit French women clamour for 
• The customizable, apothecary-style brand that TikTok girlies are collecting and gifting
• The one body wash Jill swears by to smell like a French bébé

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

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• Peeping Chanel’s Archives, Behind The Skincare Lab Curtain & The Facial Trend You're About to See Everywhere. Plus! Where We Ate, Stayed and Shopped in Paris

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Masterclass

With MasterClass you can learn from the best to become your best. Right now, our listeners get an additional 15% off any annual membership at MASTERCLASS.com/BEAUTY. 

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It’s Macy’s Memorial Day Sale, May 22nd-27th. Get 15% off handbags, shoes and designer sunglasses like Prada, Miu Miu and Saint Laurent, in stores and at macys.com 

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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In this week’s episode, we're diving into the world of “derm terms” with board-certified medical and cosmetic dermatologist, Dr. Samantha Ellis. The San Francisco Bay-area clinical instructor is also the brains behind the sleek and affordable skincare brand, Prequel, and today she’s breaking down the top skin terms to know before your next appointment!

Join us as the “Millennial Dermatologist” decodes:

• Malar mounds vs. malar edema vs. festoons: Learn the warning signs that your filler may be building up to a danger zone (as *allegedly* spotted on one famous celebrity this year!)
• Melomental folds: Why the lower half of your face may want some Botox love, too.
• “Peau d’orange”: What happens to your chin as you age and the one instance when Botox really can be preventative, according to the derm
• Perioral dermatitis: Acne or rash? The expert weighs in.
• Demodex: What to know about face mites and how to know whether they could be living on your skin right now!
• “Microdosing" Accutane – Is this emerging skincare trend helpful or harmful?
• Rosacea: Do you have it, or is it just redness? Plus, how to navigate your way back to an active skincare routine

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

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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• How to Build Your Skincare Routine With Celeb Facialist Renée Rouleau  
• Dr. Shereene Idriss Spilling The Real Tea on Skincare Scams
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Apostrophe is an online platform that connects you with an expert dermatology team to get customized acne treatment for your unique skin. Get your first visit for only $5.00 at Apostrophe.com/BEAUTY when you use our code: BEAUTY.  That’s a savings of fifteen dollars! This code is only available to our listeners. 

Masterclass

With Masterclass, you can learn from the best to become your best. Right now, our listeners get an additional 15% off an annual membership at masterclass.com/BEAUTY. 

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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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This week, we’re LIVE from New York, with an up-close-and personal look at the brand new Dyson Supersonic “Nural” Hair Dryer – Is it really worth the $499 USD price tag?? Tune in as we get the 411 on the scalp-protecting blow-dryer from Dyson Global Styling Ambassador Matthew Collins. Then, is the beauty industry experiencing a slowdown? Or is good news hiding between the headlines? 

Plus you’ll hear about:

• Jill’s Bravo dreams coming true, live in the Watch What Happens Live Clubhouse
• Why the beauty industry is betting big on the next Gen of sports superstars
• Beyoncé’s vlogging era! 
• Our musings on who’s winning big in beauty right now, and who’s in a slump
• Stay tuned till the end where Carlene shares some very exciting news (Sign up here to be the first to know and follow your girl on Instagram for more updates!)

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

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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• The #DamnGood Indie Brands We’re Obsessed With Right Now: A NYC Facialist’s Debut, Ayurvedic Skincare FTW and Did We Just Discover The Next Charlotte Tilbury?
• The Power of “Midlights,” Why Demi-Colour Is Your New BFF & The Hottest 2024 Hair Colour Trends We’re About to See Everywhere With Celebrity Hair Colourist Matt Rez
• What’s *Not* #DamnGood? Our Anti-Haul Episode is Here!

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ImPRESS

ImPRESS No Glue Manis and imPRESS Press-On Falsies Lashes are getting ready game-changers. Both require no glue – so there is no damage to your natural nails and lashes, no annoying dry times and no mess. Visit impressbeauty.com/breakingbeauty and use code “BREAKINGBEAUTY” at checkout for 25% off imPRESSManicure and Press-On Falsies. 

Macy’s

May is officially Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month and our good friends at Macy’s are highlighting AAPI-owned brands all month. Round up your purchase to the nearest dollar at checkout to support APIA scholars, in-store and online at macys.com

*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
 

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Lord Gavin McLeod-Valentine is one of the most in-demand celebrity facial masseurs, – and he’s just as intriguing as his name suggests. Dubbed “King of Red-Carpet Skin-Prep” by Elle Magazine, we’re getting all of the best tips he’ll be using to finesse famous faces for the upcoming MET Gala. (Most recently, he worked with Lily Gladstone and Emily Blunt for their Oscars’ run). But first, the Augustinus Bader ambassador shares his fascinating life story as a descendent of Mary Queen of Scots, mentee to the late Isabella Blow, and you’ll hear about the one time that Kim Kardashian gave him a royal blue bottle that would change his career forever.

Plus, you’ll discover:

• The fascinating backstory behind his Scottish lineage – straight from the Braveheart movie (no joke.)
• Intimate details behind the skin pro’s poignant friendship with the late, great Isabella Blow, and what he learned from the British fashion legend.
• The difference between a traditional esthetician and a “facial masseur,” along with the exact protocol that Lord Gavin uses to get famous clients red carpet ready, from awakening fascia to guided meditation. 
• Real talk: Why Lord Gavin isn’t a fan of slugging, jade rollers or micellar cleansers.
• The insider’s top reco’s for SPF, his favourite drugstore buy and the discontinued product that he misses most.
• Follow us on Tiktok to see an exclusive tutorial from Lord Gavin on how to give yourself a mini lifting facial – in less than five minutes. 

Come Watch With Us! You are officially invited to our first ever YouTube Premiere to view the Lord Gavin x Breaking Beauty episode in action. Join us on Wednesday, May 1st at 8pm ET right here to watch and react with us LIVE in the comments. 

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

Related episodes like this: 

• WTF Is a Beauty Sandwich With Ivan Pol
• How To Repair Your Skin Barrier With Celebrity Facialist Joanna Vargas
• Celeb Facialist Shani Darden on the 3 Treatments That Will Transform Your Skin

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NUTRAFOL

Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING.

IMPRESS Beauty

ImPRESS No Glue Manis and imPRESS Press-On Falsies Lashes are getting ready game-changers. Both require no glue – so there is no damage to your natural nails and lashes, no annoying dry times and no mess. Visit impressbeauty.com/breakingbeauty and use code “BREAKINGBEAUTY” at checkout for 25% off imPRESSManicure and Press-On Falsies. 

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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🎵Feeling good, like I should; Feeling blessed, never stressed.”🎵We’re in the mood for good vibes only, so in this week’s episode, join us as we sing the praises of the products on our top-shelf that spark nothing but joy. But first, Jill recounts her trip to the hallowed halls of the New York Public Library to attend the official launch of Kenvue brands (the parent company of Neutrogena and Aveeno) as they introduce a brand new, women's hormonal health platform called Versalie.com.

You’ll hear about:

• The new, influencer-led styling gel that smells like fine French fragrance and gives hair soft hold with zero crunch
• A skin tone-evening, self-tanning serum so legit that it’s got Carlene skipping foundation altogether (!)
• Jill’s sniff-test of the latest Charlotte Tilbury perfumes designed to help manifest empowerment, love, happiness, energy, calm and… SEX 
• Breathe deep! Meet the spa-inspired aromatic spritz that’s making Jill want to linger in the shower 
• A never-before-seen dry shampoo that’s giving Jill back the most precious gift of all, time
• The Hammam-inspired body care line that maintains its luxurious feel, even in the fragrance-free version

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/ 

Related episodes from our back catalog: 

• Meet Our #DamnGood Spring 2024 Beauty Finds! From Victoria Beckham’s Smash Skincare Collab to “Lash Cocaine”(?!) and Onion Water For Thicker Hair. Plus! The Hot Fire Beauty Brands Entering North America That You *Need* To Know About, Stat
• How-To Find a Sunscreen You Can Really Trust With Dr. Michelle Wong, AKA Lab Muffin Beauty Science
• Supermodel, Beauty Mogul and Philanthropist at Heart, Miranda Kerr, Founder of Kora Organics

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Boncharge

If you wanna try the Bon Charge Red Light mask for yourself, they worldwide shipping with easy returns and exchanges, and there’s a 12 month warranty on all red-light therapy devices. Be sure to use our promo code. Go to boncharge.com and use coupon code BEAUTY to save15%.

ImPRESS

ImPRESS No Glue Manis and imPRESS Press-On Falsies Lashes are getting ready game-changers. Both require no glue – so there is no damage to your natural nails and lashes, no annoying dry times and no mess. Visit impressbeauty.com/breakingbeauty and use code “BREAKINGBEAUTY” at checkout for 25% off imPRESSManicure and Press-On Falsies. 

Macy’s

Mother’s Day is just around the corner so if you’re feeling a little lost or if somebody has asked you for gift ideas, shop at Macys.com/giftfinder.

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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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Whether it’s the satin pillowcase, minimalist scrunchies or the viral, XL heatless rollers, there’s a good chance that you have a Kitsch favourite in your beauty routine already. Today, Founder and CEO Cassandra Morales Thurswell traces the brand’s humble beginnings, from selling handmade hair ties door to door at the tender age of 25 to creating a solid shampoo bar that sells every 5 seconds, to Kitsch’s status as one of the Most Innovative Brands of 2024, as deemed by Fast Company.

Tune in to learn about:

• How Cassandra created a multi-million dollar brand on optimism –  without an MBA
• What happens when you’re not a forward-facing founder (shy types, listen up!)
• What it takes to earn “Woman-Owned” Certification
• Why her new, filtered shower head is totally different from ones you’ve seen in the past (and how it can benefit your hair and skin!) 
• What is the Kitsch Beach House and can anyone rent it??!

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

🚨 Psssst…Great news everyone!  We are hosting a live event with our friends at Nudestix to help celebrate their 10th anniversary with some surprise beauty guests! 

Join us for lively conversation, makeup touch-ups and good eats by Nutbar

• Date: Thursday April 25th
• Time:  1pm-2:30pm EST
• Location: Space on King, 300 King St. East in Toronto
• RSVP now, it’s free! All you have to do is click this link to reserve your spot.  
• And you know we’ve got you covered with some #DamnGood gift bag swag (worth $600!), stocked with some of our Nudestix Faves. 

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OUAI

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APOSTROPHE

Apostrophe is an online platform that connects you with an expert dermatology team to get customized acne treatment for your unique skin. Get your first visit for only $5.00 at Apostrophe.com/BEAUTY when you use our code: BEAUTY.  That’s a savings of fifteen dollars! This code is only available to our listeners. To get started, just go to Apostrophe.com/BEAUTY and click “Get Started” then use our code BEAUTY at sign up and you’ll get your first visit for only five dollars! 

ImPRESS

ImPRESS NO GLUE Manis and imPRESS Press-On Falsies Lashes are getting ready game-changers. Both require NO GLUE-so there is no damage to your natural nails and lashes, no annoying dry times and no mess. Visit impressbeauty.com/breakingbeauty and use code “BREAKINGBEAUTY” at checkout for 25% off imPRESSManicure and Press-On Falsies. 

MACY’S

Macy’s has partnered with Trust for Public Land’s Community Schoolyards. Together, they are helping bring more parks to more people by transforming vacant schoolyards into green spaces to help ensure healthy, livable communities for generations to come.  

You can donate online or in store, and learn more at macys.com/purpose.

 Related episodes like this: 

• Legendary Hairstylist and Founder of Mane and Ouai, Jen Atkin
• K18 Founders Suveen Sahib & Britta Cox
• Invisibobble Founder Sophie Trelles-Tvede
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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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Memberships, perks and points, oh my! This week we’re dissecting the world of beauty loyalty programs to see how they stack up against each other. Listen in as we reveal which loyalty programs really make it worth your membership, along with the one place we believe serves the most covetable G-with-P (gift with purchase) and the best, lowkey source to stack bundles and deals if you’re a true skincare junkie.

You’ll hear about:

• Sephora Beauty Insider Benefits vs Ulta Beauty Rewards showdown! Which one is better for beauty lovers when it comes to access, perks, birthday gifts and more
• The sleeper hit, luxury loyalty program that you need to know about
• The one hair product that Carlene would risk her points on in order to try for the first time
• The products Jill wants to use her points for to re-up on for her beauty staples
• Stay tuned to the end for Jill’s hack on how to stack your beauty deals for max savings! 

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/ 

Related episodes:

• Our 2024 #DamnGood Drugstore Edit – All New Finds For Less Than $35 USD!
• Shopping Our Stash! Meet the #DamnGood Products We *Personally* Use Daily: Our Holy Grail SPF, A Natural AF $8 Brow Pencil + A Lip Plumper To Rival Injections?
• Biologique Recherche’s Dr. Philippe Allouche, from the Founding Family of P50 Lotion

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Nutrafol

Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement, with over 1 million people seeing thicker, stronger, faster-growing hair with less shedding. Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING. 

BON CHARGE

Want to try the BONCHARGE Red Light Face Mask? Go to BONCHARGE.COM and use coupon code BEAUTY to save 15%.

ImPress Beauty

Visit impressbeauty.com/breakingbeauty and use code “BREAKINGBEAUTY” at checkout for 25% off imPRESSManicure and Press-On Falsies. 

Macy’s

It’s the lowest prices of the season sale at Macy’s! From April 9th to April 14th, shop Macys.com or in-store to save big.  For instance, you can save 20%-75% off home & luggage, 40%-60% off women's clothes, shoes & handbags. Or 50%-60% off men's suits, shoes, ties & more. Don’t miss out! 

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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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Today we’re welcoming Jen Atkin, dubbed “The Most Influential Hairstylist in the World,” by The New York Times. Prior to founding Ouai, Mane Addicts and now Mane, 

Jen lent her highly polished hair skills to a veritable who’s who of young Hollywood –  everyone from the Kardashians, the Jenner sisters, Hailey Bieber, Chrissy Teigen and even Madonna!

Listen in as we chat about:

• What inspired Jen Atkin to launch Mane, after years of being an ambassador to the industry’s most famous luxury $$$ hairdryer
• Tips galore: How-to get the perfect blow dry at home, choosing the right barrel size for your hair type and banishing those dreaded curling iron kinks
• Why the cool shot on your blow dryer is seriously underrated
• The one hair product that Jen created which she now admits, was a flop moment
• The secret habit she practices to bring focus as a busy Mom and serial entrepreneur
• Plus! Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch our conversation with Jen Atkin 
• And follow us on Tiktok to see Jen Atkin style retro waves on Carlene’s hair 

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/

Related episodes from back catalog: 

• Celebrity Hairstylist Jen Atkin Tells us Everything About the New Dyson AirWrap Innovation
• Kim Kardashian’s Mane Man Chris Appleton Reveals His Celeb Hair Secrets
• Makeup By Mario is Here to Share The New Makeup Rules for 2024, The Secret Project He’s Working On and The Never-Heard-Before, Very Personal Manifestation for The Year Ahead

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OUAI

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya


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Just ahead of Earth Month, this week we’re welcoming Brook Harvey-Taylor, Founder and President of Pacifica Beauty, the affordable, clean beauty brand that’s been championing vegan beauty for nearly 30 years. Join in to hear about Brook’s journey, from selling her first aromatherapy fragrance at a Grateful Dead show in Eugene, Ore. in the early 1990s to launching the brand’s best-selling vitamin C serum to coming full circle – with a new line of “aromapower” fragrances that kick starts a mood with every spritz.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How a childhood fave book, “Jitterbug Perfume,” inspired Brook’s passion for fragrance, and ultimately led her to become a certified aromatherapist. 
• Which scent to reach for, and when, if you want to uplift, focus or calm your mood, according to the pro
• Which ingredients to avoid if you’re scent sensitive
• What sets their best-selling Vitamin C serum, the Glow Baby Booster Serum, apart - and how it can only cost $18?! 
• Why Pacifica is moving away from the phrase “clean beauty,” and why Brook is proudly creating products for everyone.

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/

Related episodes from our archives: 

• Tata Harper Skincare Founder Tata Harper
• RMS Beauty Founder Rose-Marie Swift
• Saie Founder Laney Crowell On What Clean Beauty Means Now, Building Best-In-Class Formulas & Introducing “The Concealer From The Future”

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ImPress 

Visit impressbeauty.com/breakingbeauty and use code “BREAKINGBEAUTY” at checkout for 25% off imPRESSManicure and Press-On Falsies. 

Factor

Eating better is easy with Factor’s delicious, ready-to-eat meals.  Every fresh, never-frozen meal is chef-crafted, dietitian-approved, and ready to go in just 2-minutes! 

Head to Factormeals.com/BEAUTY50 and use code BEAUTY50 to get 50% off. 

Macy’s 

From now until April 7th, Macy’s Herald Square flagship store in New York will transform into a garden, blossoming with thousands of flowers. It’s free and open to the public during store hours!  Check out macys.com/flowershow

*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


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Who are we?! With the first day of spring comes Breaking Beauty Podcast’s 7th anniversary and today we’re celebrating with some of our brightest throwback memories, unlocked. If you’re new around here, we’re hitting you with an explainer on who we are and how we got here, along with some real talk on the struggles we’ve been experiencing lately – and how you might be able to help!

Plus, you’ll hear about:

• The top 10 Breaking Beauty episodes ever – can you guess which guests come out on top? (see links below to listen!)
• The number one product that outsells anything else we’ve recommended on BBP’s Shop My Shelf
• Inner struggles! The real life goings on that may have one of us ‘blanking’ on the job
• POV: Thoughts on the middle-aged models moment at fashion week
• The part-time gig the ladies are considering… as foot models (?!)

To see our list of top 10 episodes, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/

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

Nutrafol

Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING. 

Impress Beauty

Visit impressbeauty.com/breakingbeauty and use code “BREAKINGBEAUTY” at checkout for 25% off imPRESSManicure and Press-On Falsies. 

Macy’s

Macy’s has what to wear anywhere – like a lakeside getaway – thanks to soft palettes, relaxed silhouettes, and lightweight fabrics. Check out your new fave styles, like looks inspired by the coast, at macys.com/ownyourstyle

The top episodes we mentioned:

1. How To Build Your Skincare Routine with Celeb Facialist Renée Rouleau
2. Makeup Artist Violette Spills All of Her Beauty Secrets
3. The Ultimate 2022 Beauty Trends Forecast with Allure Editor-in-Chief Jessica Cruel
4. Dr. Shereene Idriss Serving The Real Tea On Skin Care Scams
5. #DamnGood Drugstore Finds: TikTok’s Favorite Tinted Serum, A Worth-The-Waitlist “Sunscreen Foundation,” An Under $10 Bottega-Green Nail Polish & More!
6. (Shhh!) The #DamnGood Holiday Gifts We Secretly Want For Ourselves
7. The #DamnGood Spring 2022 Drugstore Finds - $17 (US) or Less!
8. Are You Exfoliating Your Skin The Right Way? Featuring Rihanna-Approved Esthetician Sean Garrette
9. How-To Build Your Perfect Makeup Bag with Celebrity Makeup Artist Jamie Greenberg aka Jamie Makeup!
10. The #DamnGood Trending Beauty Products from 2021 You Need To Know
11. The #DamnGood Skincare Tools That are Actually Worth The Cheddar with Lauryn Bosstick aka The Skinny Confidential

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. 

*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


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MLM company scams are everywhere. So, just what is an MLM company? Better known as multi-level marketing companies, MLMs are businesses that involve selling products to family and friends while recruiting other people to do the same (think: Avon, Doterra, Arbonne, Rodan and Fields, and more). Except that only 1% of people who join an MLM company will actually turn a profit.

Today, we’re exploring the dark side of MLMs with Peabody and Emmy Award–winning journalist and author, Jane Marie. Jane Marie is the former producer of This American Life and most recently, Michelle Obama’s “The Light” podcast. As host of The Dream podcast, Jane Marie joins us to chat about her debut book, Selling The Dream The Billion-Dollar Industry Bankrupting Americans, a must-read exposé on the deceptive truths behind MLMs.

PS - Be sure to check out Jane Marie’s latest podcast called “Finally a Show!” 

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Are MLMs actually pyramid schemes? 
• What it *really* takes to get that fancy car from an MLM company
• How some MLM participants are having to seek out “deprogramming” therapy
• Why so many people don’t report their experiences of getting scammed by an MLM company
• The popular brand at Sephora that is a low-key MLM
• Plus! In an impromptu role play, Jane Marie tries to convince Jill to join an MLM company

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/

Like this week’s episode? Check out similar episodes from our back catalog:

• Dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss Serves The Real Tea On Skin Care Scams
• From Dog Attack to Starring in Vogue, Brooklinn Khoury’s Incredible Real-Life Journey
• From Deconstructing “Ugly” to “Peak Tweak,” This Women’s Day We’re Exploring Beauty Standards with Beauty Journalists Anita Bhagwandas and Charisse Kenion

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The Ouai

Frizz-free up your schedule with OUAI. Go to TheOuai.com and enter promo code BEAUTY15 for 15% off any product. 

Macys

Join Macy’s and Girls Inc. to empower a new generation of leaders now during Women’s History Month. Throughout March, you can help fund STEM and college & career readiness programming for girls when you donate online to Girls Inc., or round up your purchase. Learn more & celebrate the creative power of women now and all year round at macys.com/purpose.

*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


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On the heels of M.A.C’s epic 40th anniversary party, Carlene and Jill take a trip down memory lane as they chat about the nostalgic matte lipstick shades that helped form their lifelong beauty obsessions. Then, listen in as your seasoned hosts reveal the latest beauty brand imports that have got them legit excited, from the Scandi ‘no makeup makeup’ line spotted on Matilda Djerf, to the Australian sunscreen line boasting a 1000-strong waitlist and a bright and sassy Canadian body care line created by a former magazine editor. 

Plus, you’ll hear about:

• The latest skincare duo from Victoria Beckham, in collab with her facialist Melanie Grant
• Foundation sticks are back! The ones we’re loving now, for your skin type – and tone
• Jill’s “addicting” spring fragrance, revealed
• Onion water for thicker hair? Meet the Ayurvedic volumizing spray that’s as good at softening frizz as it is at boosting limp strands
• The $7 mascara that will make you question whether you’ll ever pay double digits again
• “Lash Cocaine” – who’s using and why

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

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

Macy’s 

Join Macy’s and Girls Inc. to empower a new generation of leaders now during Women’s History Month. Throughout March, you can help fund STEM and college & career readiness programming for girls when you donate online to Girls Inc., or round up your purchase. Learn more & celebrate the creative power of women now and all year round at macys.com/purpose.

Related episodes:

• Ep 251 Everything Matilda Djerf Touches Turns to Gold
• Ep 41- M.A.C Co-founder Frank Toskan
• Ep 170- Victoria Beckham In Her First Beauty Podcast
• Ep 318- Are You Applying Your Foundation The Right Way? With Beyoncé’s Makeup Artist Sir John

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


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Welcome Back, B.Bs! In this week’s solo episode, we’re bringing the hot tea that we’re talking about in our Slack channel to the airwaves, from the products we’re obsessed with now to the cleverest beauty adverts that have us convinced there’s something in the industry’s coffee.

You’ll hear about:

• The new lipstick that’s turned Carlene into a satin-finish convert
• What to know about Queen Bey’s haircare drop
• Dyson’s new Supersonic R hairdryer and the new competitor that’s poised to rival the king of hairdryers later this year
• Why bodycare is the new skincare
• Finally, Carlene shares her very first viral TikTok post that got people fired up in the comments …. about insurance claims?! (Pssst! Give our girl a follow at @carlenehiggins on TikTok!)

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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Milk Makeup 

Milk Makeup The Cooling Water Jelly Tint will be available exclusively at Sephora.ca on February 6, 2024, and in Sephora Canada stores on March 15, 2024, for $33.

Macy’s

Macy’s newest restwear brand, “State of Day,” follows you from sunrise to slumber and all the moments in between. Check “State of Day” at macys.com/stateofday

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In this week’s sponsored episode, we’re diving deep into one of Carlene’s favourite indie skincare brands, Furtuna Skin. Founder and CEO Agatha Relota Luczo joins us to share the secrets behind this fast-rising, luxury organic skincare line, including how the “wildly potent” Sicilian formulas are made, why olive oil is the key to the former model’s glowing, ageless skin and how to expertly choose the best quality olive oil with tips from the olive oil sommelier herself.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• Why we’re adding a shot of olive oil to our GRWM routines, like, yesterday
• What’s behind the best-selling bi-phase face oil, and how-to blend it into your foundation without any slide-off
• What “wildly potent” skincare means, and why sound baths have officially entered the skincare lab
• The makeup products that are on Agatha’s highly discerning top shelf
• Where the stylish founder spends a day in Paris (The people watching! The food! The views!)

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• Ep 170 Victoria Beckham & Sarah Creal, Co-Founders of Victoria Beckham Beauty In Their First Beauty Podcast
• Ep 27- RMS Beauty Founder Rose-Marie Swift

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From the best natural deodorant that works to how to get rid of dark underarm pigmentation, this week we’re tackling some of the most unsexy hygiene topics from head-to-toe, just in time for Valentine's Day. **Content disclosure: mature themes are discussed!**  

Our guest is *the* high hostess of hygiene, Mary Futher, or Madame Sweat as she’s better known to her 750,000+ TikTok followers. Mary is the bold-framed product formulator with more than 20 years of experience. As the founder of Kaia Naturals, Mary has coached thousands of people on her popular blog on how to successfully switch to natural deodorant, sans stank! 

In this episode you’ll discover:

• The best way to switch to natural deodorant –you won’t believe the secret ingredient that really works (it’s not baking soda!)
• How to get rid of dark underarm pigment - yes you can brighten them! 
• Just in time for Valentine’s Day - how you can be your freshest “down there” for those most intimate moments! 
• How to tell someone that they have bad breath - in the least awkward way possible! 
• Tackling that bikini line darkening – and ingrown hairs 
• How often should you wash your towels, anyway? 

Disclosure: The content in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional medical advice.

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• Dr. Muneeb Shah aka @DermDoctor On Starter Skincare Routines For Aging Skin, The New Accutane-Alternative For Acne and Should You Mix Your Rx Retinol With Drugstore Moisturizer?
• Skin Cycling 101, Niacinamide for Newbs, UV Gel Mani News & Is My Botox Wearing Off Faster? Ft. Dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe

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Milk Makeup 

Milk Makeup The Cooling Water Jelly Tint will be available exclusively at Sephora.ca on February 6, 2024, and in Sephora Canada stores on March 15, 2024, for $33.

Macy’s

Macy's is committed to empowering the next generation of greats, to create a brighter future for all. That's why Macy’s is supporting UNCF, an organization that funds scholarships for students at historically Black colleges and universities, now through February 29th. You can support the United Fund too, simply by rounding up your purchase in store, or donating online. Learn more at macys.com/purpose.

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Our latest drugstore haul is here! From drugstore makeup to drugstore skincare and a revamped beloved drugstore SPF - this week we’ve got some of our best 2024 drugstore beauty finds - nothing more than $35! 

First up, we test-drive the latest drugstore foundation - CoverGirl’s new Simply Ageless Skin Perfector Essence to find out how it really stacks up against its French luxury counterpart.

Plus, from a longwear matte lippie set to rival a popular department store brand to Bioré’s new-to-Canada UV Aqua Riche SPF 50 vs the Japanese O.G, we find out which of these wallet-friendly offerings are worth our pennies.

Tested in today’s #DamnGood drugstore beauty face off:

• CoverGirl vs. Chanel – the tinted face beads showdown is here
• Revlon vs. NARS – which hot red lippie Carlene is loving now
• L’Oréal Voluminous Panorama Mascara vs. ??? – find out why this killer formula is in a league all its own
• Meet the $4.99 brow gel duping an existing drugstore offering that was already pretty darn affordable! Peak dupe culture! 
• French pharmacy for the win – Jill shares her latest ‘everything shower’ obsession that promises to do away with rough spots the Parisian way

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The go-to makeup artist to Beyonce, Sir John is the legend responsible for some of her most iconic beauty looks, including her historical Vogue cover and showstopping Bey-chella performance. Today, the Creative Director at Killian is spilling all of his base-perfecting secrets, from how-to avoid patchy, separating foundation, why he isn’t a fan of “baking” and he reveals which foundations he *personally* stocks in his makeup kit.

Plus, you’ll discover: 

• His fave skincare products to prep skin before foundation - whether you’re oily or dry
• The key to unlocking the best performance from your foundation brushes (it’s all about those fluffy shapes, baby!)
• His number one, surprising tool for lifting excess oil from your face
• The drugstore foundation shopping tip we didn’t know we needed

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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• Makeup by Mario Shares the New Makeup Rules 

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Milk Makeup

Milk Makeup The Cooling Water Jelly Tint will be available exclusively at Sephora.ca on February 6, 2024, and in Sephora Canada stores on March 15, 2024, for $33. 

Timeline

If you want to see a real difference in your skin health, invest in it. Timeline Nutrition is offering our community 10% off the Timeline Skin Health line at timelinenutrition.com/BEAUTY and use code BEAUTY at checkout.

Macy’s

Macy’s has tons of fresh style ideas for the new year. Check out Macys.com/ownyourstyle for more inspiration.

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From BBL (Broad Band Light) therapy to microneedling with exosomes, tune in as your hosts reveal the facial treatments that they’re having done now, along with tips on the best places to get a facial in Toronto and ideas on where to host a Galentine’s getaway. But first, in this week’s solo episode, Jill sounds off about tweens running amok at Sephora, while Carlene makes the case for allowing children to get in on the beauty game, too. 

Plus! We’re chatting about:

• Are fillers cancelled? We dissect this industry insider’s hard stance 
• Carlene drops her new rosacea skincare routine – including the hero ingredient she is applying day and night
• Fitness for your face? Meet the hit skin treatment app that’s giving Peleton a run for its money
• Buccal facials – why some facial lymphatic drainage treatments can be relaxing, while others are just plan painful
• Why red carpet celebrities seem to be glowing down this awards season, en masse

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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Meet the new, #DamnGood skincare musts that are getting us through this scaly season. Carlene falls in love with a sleek, dermatologist-backed skincare range offering jumbo sizes at minuscule prices, while Jill debates whether the Queen of Quiet Luxury, Gwyneth Paltrow, can really mingle on Target shelves with the debut of her new diffusion line, Good.Clean.Goop. 

Plus! You’ll discover:

• Barrier serums are the new barrier creams, and we put The Ordinary’s new pepto-pink formula to the test
• Can a skin-comforting cleansing mousse really take the day off in one-step?
• Everything to know about Kao’s new brand of eczema relief patches, re/cover
• The next generation of clean beauty? Meet the free-from skincare range for sensitive types, developed by a certified allergist
• Why designer skincare is coming for your baby

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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• Are You Moisturizing Your Skin The Right Way? With Celebrity Esthetician Georgia Louise

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Timeline

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Macy’s

Macy’s has tons of fresh style ideas for the new year. Check out Macys.com/ownyourstyle for more inspiration.

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New year, new hair colour? Here to usher in your best era yet, we’re welcoming Matt Rez, the global celebrity hair colour ambassador for Moroccanoil who has worked with Adele, Hailey Bieber, Chrissy Teigen, Kendall Jenner and many more. 

Matt fills us in on what’s happening in hair colour for 2024, like is “cowboy copper” still a thing? How about balayage? Plus, we get the hair pro’s best tips for transitioning to grey, how to come back from over-blonding and why demi-permanent cream colour is his favourite discovery that we all need to know about.

Plus, you’ll learn about:

• Matt’s signature “midlights” technique and why this sister to highlights and lowlights could be the missing link in your perfect hair colour
• How your eye colour might inform your ideal hair hue
• The under-the-radar, Japanese hair treatment he swears does wonders on his A-List clientele (Yes, you can find it at Sephora!)
• The one supermarket hair hack he *would* recommend, that will cost you just pennies 
• How to break up with a hair colourist the right way
• The single hair trend that Matt predicts is making a big comeback in 2024, and (surprise!) you can do it at home

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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Want more episodes like this?

Hear our previous conversations with Chris Appleton here, the K18 founders here, and Andrew Fitzsimons here. 

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Macy’s

Macy’s has tons of fresh style ideas for the new year. Check out Macys.com/ownyourstyle for more inspiration.

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Happy New Year everyone! This week, we are quite literally crying, laughing and *nearly* screaming with our guest-of-the-hour, Mario Dedivanovic. Makeup by Mario, as he’s better known, joined us back in 2019, and a lot has happened since then. The era-defining King of Contour who rose to fame as Kim Kardashian’s makeup artist dropped his eponymous makeup line at Sephora. He accepted an American Influencer Award with a gripping coming-out speech that inspired legions of fans. And now, he boasts 13.8 million followers on Instagram – outstanding for a makeup artist from humble, Bronx basement beginnings.

Listen in as Mario shares his personal and raw origin story, along with his pro tips on the soft glam makeup he’s influencing us with today. (Surprise: the word “contouring” was not mentioned.)

In this episode you’ll hear:

• Why Mario never uses makeup primers (a real bonding moment for Carlene)
• His new fave GRWM lip combo, including his signature lip lift hack
• Details on the glam guru’s new launch, Makeup By Mario SuperSatin Lipstick, an ode to his native New York
• The drugstore products Mario still uses today
• Secret project alert! For the first time, Mario opens up about an upcoming book.
• The other, very personal goal he’s manifesting for 2024

Bonus content alert! 

Tune in to our YouTube channel to watch the full-length episode with Mario (please hit subscribe while you’re there!) Plus, check out our TikTok to see Mario react to some of his most iconic makeup looks, including a 2008 photo shoot with Kim Kardashian and Kendall Jenner’s first ever Met Gala.

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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This week we’re kickin’ it with fellow podcasters Danielle Carolan and Brooke Miccio from the chart-topping lifestyle podcast, Gals on The Go. Join us for a good ol’ fashioned chit-chat, as we discover how the young, fabulous and not-so-broke are getting it done New Yorker-style these days – like where’s the best place for a facial? What body treatment makes a noticeable difference before an event? Which clothing label are they shopping most? And, who do they have on speed dial when they wanna get glam? 

Pssst! Be sure to catch us over on the Gals on The Go Podcast feed this week, where we say “yay or nay” to trends like tooth gems and latte makeup and we drop some of our fave products of 2023 that we haven’t had a chance to tell y’all about yet.

You’ll find out:

• The real deal on clothing rental apps – what the gals are using and loving for designer frocks for one night only
• Top shelf musts: self-tanners, barrier-boosting moisturizer for acne-prone skin and a balletcore hair accessory you can find on Amazon 
• What’s on their travel wishlist for 2024, along with their best packing hacks
• The one secret spot in Manhattan they’ve been gatekeeping… until now

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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This week, we pull back the double-CC’s curtain to recap Chanel’s first brand trip of its kind at the brand’s Research & Innovation HQ, just outside of Paris, in historic Pantin. From Chanel’s “integrative beauty” approach to its open air “Sky Labs” and what we learned in the archive room of priceless relics from the roaring 20s – find out how Gabrielle Chanel’s influence lives on today.

Plus, stay tuned until the end as we reveal our favourite places to stay, eat and shop in the City of Lights. Carlene reveals her epic purchase from 31 Rue Cambon, Jill falls in love with a luxe-y serum and we eat at a delish locals-only spot where we’re thrilled to be ever-so-chicly ignored.  

In this episode you’ll hear:

• The real reason why Gabrielle’s favourite flower, camellia, is found throughout Chanel skincare, and what the latest senescence research reveals about how we age
• Why “fascia facials” are the next big thing in spas
• All of the details on Chanel’s latest beauty treasure, 31 Le Rouge, a refillable lipstick keepsake inspired by the legendary art deco staircase at the iconic 31 rue Cambon 
• Our ultimate French girl sighting in the flagship Chanel boutique (ooh la la!)
• French pharmacy finds Jill couldn’t leave behind (a hyaluronic acid *foam*, a better-in-Europe moisturizer and the cheap ’n’ cheerful hairspray hoarded by hair pros.)  

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There’s still time to find the perfect gift at Macy’s Last Minute Gift Sale! From now until Saturday, December 23rd, 2023, get an extra 20% off great gifts, including the latest wardrobe updates, makeup & skin care sets, the season’s hottest toys, and everything else on their wish list. Check out macys.com and use promo code GIFT to save today. Some exclusions apply, see macys.com for details.

Away

Special thanks to our friends at Away Luggage for sending us on our merry way in style with a chic luggage duo. We love the Carry-On suitcase with the matching navy Medium-Sized Checked Baggage to tote all of our Parisian Treasures home. 

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Robyn DelMonte of @girlbosstown is the TikTok creator to follow for seriously astute, funny and shockingly accurate “PR moves” in the world of business, beauty and celebrity. The self-described “Internet’s Agent ” launched a full-fledged consulting business from her couch — providing Gen Z advice to brands like Dunkin, Bliss, Xfinity and many more.

A member of the Forbes 30 Under 30 List, Robyn joins us today to break down the biggest beauty moments of the year, from the magazine cover stars that got us gossiping to the viral moments that money simply can’t buy. Stay tuned to find out which beauty brand is currently in its flop era – plus, Robyn forecasts the next trends in 2024.

What you’ll hear in the episode:

• How brand trips could be re-imagined, according to the TikTok-appointed PR guru
• The “PR move” she thinks Sofia Richie should do next
• What “face privilege” awards you in the world of Hollywood haircuts
• Move over, Baccarat Rouge 540 – are gourmand fragrances making a comeback?
• In partnership with Macy’s, the winter skin musts that Jill is taking into 2024 (Pssst! Find Macy’s gift cards in store, in the Macy’s app or at macys.com/giftcards.) 

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

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Today, we’re sitting down with Peach & Lily founder Alicia Yoon! Along with its budget-friendly sister brand, Peach Slices, the Korean beauty phenom is celebrating five years in skincare, and according to WWD, a collective $100 million in sales. Tune in as Alicia shares her early struggles as a diver on the Korean national platform team – until an injury that landed her in a wheelchair would set her on a new path.  

Then, from “toddler” facials at the age of three to bonafide #glassskin guru, the K-Beauty esthetician shares her journey overcoming lifelong eczema, as she drops every step of her glass skin routine. Plus, keep listening for a sneak peek at the brand’s late-breaking innovations: Peach and Lily Rescue Party Barrier Restore Serum and Barrier Restore Cream, dropping tomorrow!

In this episode you’ll learn: 

• Alicia’s best tips for acing age-defying facial yoga – yes, it’s a thing! 
• Her unique take on skin flooding – does the limit of layers exist? 
• The latest K-beauty trends you’ll be hearing about everywhere, like exosomes
• Why the secret to a juicy skin barrier just might be…. calcium?! 
• How playing “skin detective” can be the key to managing even the most sensitive skin types

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

Beyond Miracles

Beyond Miracles Cellstory and Miracletox’s patented Microspear technology uses microscopic liquid needles derived from freshwater grown sponges to create channels in the skin that deliver superior ingredient penetration. Try the at-home Miracletox system using code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first Beyond Miracles order at beyond-miracles.com 

Macy’s

Refresh your winter wardrobe and get ready for holiday party season with updates from Macy’s at macys.com/ownyourstyle. Get help finding your style footing with a Personal Stylist - either in-store or virtually. Visit macys.com/personalstylist to book your free appointment today.

Conair

Introducing the new Curl Secret by Conair, your new favorite styling tool for effortless

curls. It boasts customizable settings, multi-directional action and tangle-free tech – all at the push of a button. Shop Curl Secret by Conair, now available at all major retailers.

*Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.*

Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

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If there’s one product that epitomizes the year’s “clean girl aesthetic” in a bottle, it’s Ilia’s now iconic Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40, a unit of which sells every 30 seconds. But Ilia wasn’t always a buzzy, $100 million dollar company. Today, brand founder Sasha Plavsic shares the surprising story behind the indie darling’s late-blooming turnaround, years after its 2011 debut with just six simple lip tints.  

And pssssst! We do have a promo code: visit ILIAbeauty.com and use BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase. 

In this episode you’ll hear about:

• The moment the Ilia founder nearly threw in the towel, and what set the brand back on course
• The surprising, problem-solving innovation that shot to #1 at Sephora within one month of its launch (no, it wasn’t the skin tint!) 
• Why the brand chose to press pause on what was primed to be its biggest colour launch of the year - even after hosting a media dinner for the occasion
• A sneak peek at what Ilia will launch in January, 2024! (Hint: Got any ____?!)
• What Sasha believes she and Pamela Anderson have in common

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! 

Ritual

Ritual’s Essential for Women18+ is a multivitamin you can actually trust. Get 30% off during your first month by visiting ritual.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY to start Ritual, or add Essential For Women 18+ to your subscription today.

Beyond Miracles

Try the at-home Cellstory system using code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first Beyond Miracles order at beyond-miracles.com. Or, learn more about the professional service and find a provider.

Ouai

Don’t miss your chance to get-a-OUAI this holiday season. Go to theouai.com for 15% off sitewide when you enter promo code BEAUTY15. 

Everyplate

Get a meal for $1.49, plus $1 steaks for life by going to EveryPlate.com/podcast and entering code: 49breakingbeauty. Subscription must be active to qualify and redeem $1 steak.

Macy’s

Macy’s is supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters now through December 24th. Give back and learn more at macys.com/purpose

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

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Welcome to our bougie-on-a-budget gift guide! We’ve scoured the beauty aisles for the coolest holiday prezzies that won’t break the bank – and trust us, we’d want these makeup and skincare finds ourselves. Plus, Jill and Carlene share their fave non-beauty holiday picks that are under $49 – from a strapless bra alternative that won’t let you down to a sweater-saving defuzzing gadget, and a duvet-like robe dupe that’s already gone viral.

In this episode you’ll hear about:

• A new-fangled Sephora “Advent” calendar that *actually* makes sense
• Versed’s skincare gift set that boasts the viral GWP headband you’ve seen all over TikTok 
• For the makeup junkie on your list, a fan-fave mascara quad for under $18, and a game-changing, lavender lash curler that’s sure to impress
• A slicked-back bun essential from the most coveted hair brand du jour, Emi Jay
• In partnership with Macy’s, our top Black Friday deals reco’s (Pssst! From now until Saturday, November 25, Macy’s online Black Friday event is saving you big on the essentials and gifts you’ve been waiting to snatch up all year. Visit macys.com for details.)

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! 

Ouai

There are so many OUAIs to save this holiday, thanks to the Cyber Week Sale at OUAI. Go to theouai.com for 20% off sitewide from November 22 to November 27 when you enter promo code BEAUTY15.

Macy’s 

Mark your calendar for the 97th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! The parade will be live from NYC, on NBC and streaming on Peacock, Thursday, November 23rd, 9am-12pm in all time zones. For all of the fun details check out macys.com/parade!

Conair

Introducing the new Curl Secret by Conair, your new favorite styling tool for effortless

curls. It boasts customizable settings, multi-directional action and tangle-free tech – all at the push of a button. Shop Curl Secret by Conair, now available at all major retailers.

*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


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Buckle up. As host of Plastic Surgery: Uncensored podcast, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban is bringing his no-BS style of education to the pod. The Beverly Hills expert gets downright unfiltered about unregulated procedures, shammy practitioners and plastic surgery taboos, while offering up the sort of advice you’d want to know before going under the knife. 

This week, we go deep on the headlines surrounding “plastic surgery lite” –  “mini facelifts,” non-surgical necklifts and “liquid” nose jobs that sound incredibly appealing – and maybe, just a little too good to be true.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• The best way to find a reputable surgeon who’s going to give you the best possible results
• What is liquid rhinoplasty? Why it may not be the silver bullet it promises to be for most candidates
• Mini-facelifts: Whether minimally invasive lifts are as genius, and affordable in the long run, as they sound
• Necklift “lite”: Why none of the treatments marketed at so many offices are cutting it, according to Dr. Rady
• Plus, what’s the going rate for a facelift these days anyway?! 

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! 

Nutrafol

Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING. 

Beyond Miracles

Visit beyond-miracles.com to learn more and find a provider. Use code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first Beyond Miracles order.

HiSmile

HiSmile is the global leading smilecare brand, providing smilecare solutions for every smile concern across whitening, brightening and everyday care. Check out their latest innovation - the viral hit, the V34 Colour Corrector Serum - aka purple toothpaste. Visit hismileteeth.com and use code SMILE for up to 50% off order.

Macy’s

Thanksgiving is here! Get all the kitchen gear you need and don’t forget home décor. Order with Same Day Delivery, powered by DoorDash, pickup in store, or use curbside pickup at macys.com

Natural Diamond Council

Natural diamonds protect vulnerable wildlife species and bring prosperity to many less fortunate communities around the world. For more information, visit: naturaldiamonds.com.

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya


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In part 2 of our #DamnGood hair special, Carlene drops her 7-step hair restore routine, including the secret weapons that rescued and revived her over processed hair over the past several months. From an investment blow dryer to serious styling steals and actions you can take – for free – to help get splintered strands smooth again, you’ll hear all about her “good hair day” odyssey that’s taken her from salon chair to drugstore aisles, and back again.

ICYMI, tune in here to hear Jill reviews of the latest, greatest – and most gimmicky – hair tools in last week’s episode.

Tune in to hear about:

• The #1 thing that Carlene did to set herself free from past breakage
• The low key, stylist-approved detangling spray that’s getting her tangled knots silky – in 7 seconds flat
• A TikTok-famous, $8 frizz-smoothing spray that had her strands satin-smooth, for days on end
• The alcohol-free dry shampoos that reversed the look of product overload fails, and the clarifying shampoo must for weekly resets
• Bond repair superstars: Which luxe treatments are worth the spend, and how a drugstore version stacks up (TikTok trichologist -in-training is Abbey Yung)
• Her hair-health colour transition into “Bronde”

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/

SHOW SPONSORS:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! 

Olay

Olay’s latest skincare game-changer is the new Super Serum, a powerful daily serum that combines five serums in one lightweight formula. You can find Olay’s Super Serum and other Olay products in major retailers nationwide across Canada and the US. For more information, visit Olay.ca

Macy’s

For all the inspo and must-haves you need right now, visit Macys.com/Ownyourstyle and if you need a little help finding your style footing, pair up with a Personal Stylist. They’ll help you put your look together, either in store or from the comfort of your home. Best of all, it’s totally free, so head on over to Macys.com/personalstylist to book your appointment today.

Pillsbury

Pillsbury has you covered with weeknight dinner recipes as easy as fill.roll.bake. You can find Pillsbury in the dairy aisle for dinner prep in 30 minutes or less. Find more weeknight dinner recipes at Pillsbury.com 

*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


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Why do some of the buzziest hair tools cost $700, while others are gaining hype for a fraction of the price? Jill stacks up the Shark FlexStyle against the OG Dyson Airwrap Multi-styler, before taking the leading 2-in-1 straightening hair dryers out for a spin. Next, your daring host pops a hot brush in her brunette mane to find out whether TikTok’s latest obsession with “thermal brushes” for soft, feathered waves à la Matilda Djerf, is as dreamy and low-cost as it seems.

Finally, Carlene reveals the hot tool that she blames for her year of bad hair days. Next week, tune in to hear the 7-step hair routine she created to get her hair soft and shining again, with splurge-and-save buys that will work for every budget.

You’ll discover:

• The highly respected celebrity hairstylist bringing big cred to Shark hair tools 
• Dyson AirStrait vs GHD Duet Style vs Revlon One-Step Air Straight – Jill tries them all, with varying results
• What’s up with TikTok’s thermal brush trend? Can an 80s redux hot tool really give you the brushed out curls of every Gen Z’s dreams?
• Meet the best damn curling iron that Jill has ever used 
• Heatless rollers: The Less-Than-$20 hack that delivered the most

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

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. 

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

Ouai

Get on your OUAI to save for the holiday. Go to theouai.com for 15% off sitewide and enter promo code BEAUTY15.

Hismile

Hismile is the global leading smilecare brand, providing smilecare solutions for every smile concern across whitening, brightening and everyday care. Visit hismileteeth.com and use code SMILE for up to 50% off your order.

Beyond Miracles

Visit beyond-miracles.com and use code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first order. Cellstory and MiracleTox’s MicroSpear technology is 20x finer than a micro-needling stamp, suitable for all skin types and unlike most treatments, can be used on active acne with minimal downtime. 

Macy’s

Whatever your budget, whatever your vibe, check out macys.com/giftfinder to find the perfect present this year

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya


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In partnership with our friends at Beyond Miracles, welcome to a bonus, uninterrupted episode with Celebrity Medical Esthetician, Crystal Koro. Owner of LA-based, Crystal Clear Skin & Beauty, Crystal has been dubbed “master aesthetician to the stars” by Popsugar, with a celebrity clientele that includes Eva Longoria, Olivia Culpo, Kylie Jenner – and even Drake!

In today’s episode, we find out the most important skin habits to follow to help prevent premature aging in 20-something skin. Plus, we find out how to reverse past damage, whether you’re dealing with post-acne scarring, sun spots or deep-set wrinkles. 

Finally, we discover everything there is to know about the latest K-Beauty skincare sensation making waves in North America, a professional, clinically-proven treatment that’s been likened to “liquid microneedling,” Cellstory by Beyond Miracles. 

You’ll hear all about:

• “Liquid microneedling” – Carlene and Jill try Cellstory by Beyond Miracles, the born-in-Korea pro treatment that boasts microspear technology, microscopic liquid microneedles derived from freshwater-grown sponges to deliver ingredient penetration without numbing, blood or down time
• Preventative retinol – When is the ideal age to start using the gold standard skincare ingredient for smoother skin in your golden years
• Chemical vs physical exfoliation 101 – How, and how often, to exfoliate for your skin type and why exfoliation is the key to skin goals success
• Pillowcase cycling? Why the facialist swears by this technique, and the sleeping musts to invest in for clearer skin
• Gadget queen – The mind-blowing face and body devices that Crystal uses both in-office and at home 

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! 

Beyond Miracles

Get skin beyond belief. Visit beyond-miracles.com and use code BEAUTY to receive 20% off your first order. Unlike most treatments, CELLSTORY and MiracleTox can be used on active acne and has minimal downtime. CELLSTORY and MiracleTox’s Microspear technology is 20x finer than a micro-needling stamp, and suitable for all skin types.

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

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With nearly 15 million TikTok fans and counting, Streamy Awards Beauty Creator of the Year winner Mikayla Nogueira (aka Mikayla Makeup) returns with updates on the beauty tricks, products and passions she’s taken up since we first welcomed her on the podcast. 

We hear all about the genius tips she’s learned – and now adopted – from fellow makeup artists, then we discover the exact items she plans to fill her cart with at the upcoming Sephora sale. Plus, Mikayla shares all the details on her upcoming KVD Beauty #KVDFTheRules contest collab.

Plot twist! Stay tuned until the end to find out what’s next in the TikTok star’s rocketing career – a surprising move we did not see coming.

In this episode you’ll also hear about: 

• The legacy products she can’t quit: From her Holy Grail foundation and concealer to her fave moisturizer, Mikayla reveals the 6 ride-or-die items she’s stocking up on at the upcoming Sephora sale
• Immediate add to cart: We discover the *one* (unsponsored) blush that’s so good she’s talks about it “obsessively” 
• Double setting: The genius undereye hack that Mikayla adopted from fellow influencer, Painted by Spencer
• Skincare truths: The surprising reason she never gets facials
• Next in 2024: What’s in the stars for Mikayla, and her husband Cody

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! 

Nutrafol

Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING.

Macy’s

Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas… Macy’s has you covered with the essentials (and fun extras) to decorate, host, entertain and get in the holiday spirit. Plus, check out macys.com/holiday-hub to get ahead of your gift list with endless inspo. 

Olay

You can find Olay’s Super Serum and other Olay products in major retailers nationwide across Canada and the US. For more information, visit Olay.ca

*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


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This week we sit down with Vicky Tsai, founder of Tatcha, the skincare brand inspired by the ancient Japanese rituals of healthy skin. In a rare interview, Vicky gets candid about overcoming invisibility in her life, what most people get wrong about the Taiwanese-American founder’s reverence for Geisha culture and her friendship with Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle.

But first, you’ll hear about the backstory behind the $500 million dollar beauty company, including what makes Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream Sephora’s #1-Selling moisturizer (a jar sells every 60 seconds!)  A makeup artist favourite, fans of the signature purple pot include Selena Gomez, Drew Barrymore and us.

Plus, you’ll discover:

• How Vicky’s battle with corporate burnout – and acute dermatitis –  led to her healing journey in Japan, the very impetus for creating Tatcha 
• The reason Vicky traded in her engagement ring to fund the brand, and why she still doesn’t own any fine jewelry (or much of great value) today
• Why makeup artist Daniel Martin was a pivotal figure for Tatcha’s inaugural product, Aburatorigami Japanese Blotting Papers, blowing up in Vogue
• How brands of all stripes can step up in a bigger way to support the AAPI community
• How she reflects on appearing in the Harry & Meghan Netflix series today

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! 

Hismile

If you’d like to try HiSmile V34 Colour Corrector Serum for yourself, visit www.hismileteeth.com and use code SMILE at checkout for up to 50% off your order.

Ritual

Ritual’s Essential for Women 18+ is a multivitamin you can actually trust. Ritual is offering our listeners 30% off during your first month. Visit ritual.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY to start Ritual or add Essential For Women 18+ to your subscription today.

Macy’s

Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas… Macy’s has you covered with the essentials (and fun extras) to decorate, host, entertain, and get in the holiday spirit. Plus, check out macys.com/holidayhub to get ahead of your gift list with endless inspo. 

Pillsbury

Weeknight recipes are as easy as fill.roll.bake, with dinner prep in 30 minutes or less. You can find Pillsbury in the dairy aisle and find more weeknight dinner recipes at Pillsbury.com.

*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


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Welcome to part 2 of our best of fall 2023 roundup, featuring Jill’s new season edit. Tune in to hear your host’s honest review of the blockbuster Glossier book, written by Marisa Meltzer, along with her take on the brand’s new Stretch Foundation. Plus, stay tuned until the end to hear our new, celeb-watch segment where we unpack the latest beauty trend, and tell you how we’re working the look into our own routines. (Today’s topic: Balletcore!) If you like this segment, help us name it. Drop us a line in our Facebook Chatroom or leave us a comment on our Instagram.

In this episode you’ll also hear about: 

• Invisible bandage tech: What is it, how it’s different from pimple patches, and Jill’s hot take
• Splurge-worthy skincare, inspired by a Parisian facialist: Jill introduces us to an east-meets-west range that she claims is worth crossing luxury lines for
• Balletcore essentials. Brought to you in partnership with Macy’s, Jill unpacks the coveted beauty trend seen on Hailey Bieber, Sofia Richie and the spring 2024 runways, as she shares the latest makeup and fragrance musts she’s enlisting to unlock her own soft girl era - hello single serve scents! 

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!

Ouai

Get your fast fix for healthy-looking hair. Go to theouai.com and use code BEAUTY15 for 15% off any purchase. 

Macy’s

Macy’s Lowest Prices of the Season sale is here. From October 13 until October 22, get 40-60% off regular, sale and clearance items. So head on over to macys.com to check out great deals. Some exclusions apply.

Natural Diamond Council

Next time you’re thinking of celebrating a special moment in your life, remember that your natural diamond also protects vulnerable wildlife species and brings prosperity to many less fortunate communities around the world. For more information, visit naturaldiamonds.com

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya


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Happy World Smile Day! In partnership with our friends at Hismile – the leading global smilecare brand and viral TikTok sensation – we are comin’ in hot on a Friday with an uninterrupted bonus chat in celebration of Breaking Beauty’s 300th episode. Joining us all the way from Australia is Dr. Laurence Walsh, oral care expert and Hismile Resident Scientific Advisor. 

As an Emeritus Professor of Dental Science who’s globally-recognized for his research in teeth whitening, Dr. Walsh has been at the forefront of some of the greatest innovations in modern dentistry, including the TikTok-viral, V34 Colour Corrector Serum, often tagged purple “toothpaste.” (PSA: It’s actually a second-step serum.) 

We find out everything you want to know about the purple goop-to-megawatt smile formula, along with:

• The most common mistakes you might be making in your everyday oral routine
• How to work the colour correcting, teeth whitening step into your morning brush fest (pssst: it’s as easy as concealing dark circles!)
• The most effective electric toothbrush bar none, according to rigorous research studies
• Reddit hacks: Are these oral health care hacks too good to be true?
• Sensitive teeth care – how to brush your teeth the right way

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

Hismile:

If you want to try the V34 Colour Corrector Serum for yourself, visit hismileteeth.com and use code SMILE for up to 50% off your order.

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/

*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


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Today we’re welcoming back the wonderful hosts of Lipstick on The Rim podcast, Molly Sims and her bestie Emese Gormley! Molly Sims is a model, actress, NYT bestselling author, producer and philanthropist and now: beauty brand founder with the launch of her Gen X-focused skincare range, YSE Beauty.  

Emese, meanwhile, is a former fashion publicist, proud mama and style influencer in her own right, thanks to her enviable Chanel ballet flat wardrobe, among other quiet luxury staples that look right at home for a Hamptons sojourn. 

We’re breaking down the duo’s everyday-elegant beauty routine and enviable style secrets, needless to say the list is not short!

In this episode you’ll hear about: 

• The backstory on Molly’s uber popular new skincare line, YSE Beauty, said to be a godsend for her melasma
• How-to get the BFFs’ “stealth wealth” look – the wardrobe-builders and detailed brand names worth investing in this fall, including your new favourite jeans
• The *one* skincare product every 40-something needs, according to LOTR
• The skincare item that Molly deems the “cashmere sweater” of the season
• Stay tuned until the end as Molly teases a new project that she’s just snapped up production rights to – book clubs girlies be ready

Pssst: We’re guests on Lipstick On The Rim this week! Click here to hear our chat about influencing, de-influencing, top shelf wants and bottom shelf musts.

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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Happy fall y’all! This sweater season, there’s so much pumpkin spiced latté goodness to test, we’re making this Best of Fall 2023 round up a 2-Part #DamnGoods Special! First up, Carlene presents a slew of new makeup musts, from makeup artist-developed matte palettes to extreme lip plumpers that rival injections (temporarily, of course.) Look out for our next #DamnGoods in two weeks time, when Jill shares her selection of brilliant fragrance innovations, hotly-anticipated complexion launches and a skincare drop so new, she was one of the first faces in North America to try it out.

In this episode you’ll hear about: 

• A skin tech concealer so #DamnGood that it seamlessly blends under eyes *and* blurs hyperpigmentation spots
• The can’t-keep-in-stock brow gel that *actually* locks in a lifted, laminated look for hours 
• A pressed finishing powder that “snatches” your eye makeup as it “bakes” in undereye brightness
• Why palettes are back, baby - and the makeup artists bringing fresh perspective to palette fatigue
• Mascara magic? A red carpet-approved formula that mimics false lashes in photos - as tested at the Toronto Film Festival by Carlene! (Click here to learn more about the L’Oréal Paris Stand Up To Street Harassment initiative we chat about in today’s episode)

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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In partnership with our friends at Olay, this week we’re asking all of the questions you ever wanted to know from a cosmetic chemist, with Olay Principal Scientist, Dr. Rolanda Johnson Wilkerson. In this uninterrupted chat, the STEM powerhouse enlightens us on the meaning of “chaotic skin,” the most underrated (and most overrated!) ingredients in skincare and what happens to your skin while you sleep. 

Plus, stay tuned until the end to find out how old Carlene’s skin really is compared to her actual age, according to a professional imaging device you can now find in derm’s offices and facialist spots.

You’ll hear all about:

• Are the latest all-in-one serums as effective as single-ingredient formulations? 
• Should you really avoid using vitamin C and niacinamide at the same time? 
• The one ingredient that Dr. Wilkerson has been studying lately, proven to be a boon for redness-prone skin 
• Why you should always wash your face at night, even if you’ve had a makeup-free day
• The blue-sky skincare product that the chemist wishes she could develop, which doesn’t exist yet  

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/

This episode is brought to you in partnership with Olay:  

You can find Olay’s Super Serum and other Olay products in major retailers nationwide across Canada and the US. For more information, visit Olay.ca 

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When Katie Jane Hughes isn’t working with the likes of Hailey Bieber, Ashley Graham and Rosie Huntington-Whitely, the British-born, Brooklyn-based makeup artist can be found sharing her editorial-to-everyday makeup tutorials on social media, where she’s amassed a cult community of beauty enthusiasts. 

Having collaborated with brands like Revlon, Elemis and Glossier, this month, Katie is set to debut KJH Brand, a highly-anticipated, eponymous range that aims to put the power in your hands, with deconstructed formulas that awards you dewy, gorgeous skin – customized by you. Tune in as we get the advanced scoop, while mining for Katie’s beauty knowledge gold.

In this episode Katie shares:

• Her best tips for blending foundation that lasts
• How freckled-faced girlies can ace their complexion while letting speckles shine through (dullness be gone!) 
• The makeup artist’s “batwing” eyeliner hack for hooded eyelids – and her most trusted liquid eyeliner to get the look
• The top 3 products she’d buy if her makeup kit were to go missing
• The oldest and most cherished product in Katie’s cosmetics kit, revealed!

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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Conair

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Curls. Shop Curl Secret by Conair, exclusively at Ulta. 

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Attention “Skincare Nerds!” Board-certified Cosmetic Dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss, also known as #PillowtalkDerm, makes her sophomore appearance to answer the people’s most Googled skincare questions for 2023. The newly-minted Threads star shares her pro advice on preventative Botox (and how its competitor Daxxify is stacking up), details on the best-selling product from her own eponymous skincare line so far – and, is Jill stalking our favorite derm?!

You’ll also discover:

• The one thing you should consider before starting a skincare routine – and no, it’s not your skin type
• The PillowtalkDerm’s personal skincare faves, from the best eye cream money can buy to the SPFs she can’t live without
• Her least favorite skincare ingredient (where’s the data?!)
• Why she’s not a fan of skin flooding for everybody
• Plus, is skin “purging” real? 

Pssst! ICYMI, listen to our first episode featuring Dr. Shereene Idriss all about common skincare scams debunked here and don’t forget to like, review and follow 

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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In the spirit of slowing down – and soaking up every last bit of summer – this week we welcome May Lindstrom, organic skincare guru and founder of her eponymous luxury skincare line, May Lindstrom Skincare. May started crafting her addicting, aromatherapeutic concoctions from her kitchen back in 2008 – long before “clean” beauty was a buzzword. Today, beauty insiders covet her number one-selling “Blue Cocoon” balm, a magical blue tansy cure-all beloved by Tracee Ellis Ross and Sadie Sink, among others. 

In this week’s episode you’ll hear:

• How May’s self-described “Little House on the Prairie” upbringing inspired her connection to plants and nature, the bedrock of her brand today
• How the artisanal formulator went from living in her car in LA to training line chefs at one of Emeril Lagasse’s New Orleans’ hotspot restaurants to modeling – and ultimately, to respected skincare guru
• Why May chose to pull her brand from top retailers in 2020 – essentially cutting her profit in half
• The reason May Lindstrom products have a “born on” date affixed to every label
• What we can expect from the brand 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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Conair

Introducing the new Curl Secret by Conair, your new favorite styling tool for effortless

curls. It boasts customizable settings, multi-directional action and tangle-free tech – all at the push of a button. Shop Curl Secret by Conair, exclusively at Ulta.

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This week we’re looking ahead with some predictions of what everyone will be deeming top-shelf worthy in the near future! Carlene went behind-the-scenes at one of the biggest trade shows in the biz, Cosmoprof in Las Vegas – and visited a leading cosmetics manufacturer’s “innovation box” – to hunt down the trends that aren’t even trends yet. Come along as we discover the next big things, like lymphatic-drainage spa leggings that you wear while you putter, skincare filters that attach to your sink and more. Which ones are wait-list worthy in your books?

Find out about the next gen trends:

• Oz is Revealed: Once a top secret in the beauty biz, why this contract manufacturer is being pulled out from behind the curtain, at last
• The next niacinamide? Innovation experts from Cosmetica, Alessandro Mendes and Maria Osorio, reveal the ingredients most likely to hit your topshelf next
• Tweakment-adjacent beauty products: Just what are cosmeceutical leggings, anyway? 
• Gadgets galore: $700 LED face masks and gua sha massagers with extra bite
• Beauty seconds: Where to buy scratch-and-dent beauty products at a discount – and whether it’s really a smart idea

Pssst! Join us at Create & Cultivate Behind the Business: Beauty and Wellness event on September 9th 2023 in LA as Carlene delivers more in 2024 trends LIVE on stage! Get your tickets here USE promo code: CCBTBW20 at checkout to save 20% off all tickets

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

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You may have seen Cymbiotika’s sleek, easy-to-down supplement pouches on Instagram already, and today, we’re bringing you the brilliant backstory. In partnership with our friends at Cymbiotika, we’re sitting down with Durana Elmi, the Co-Founder & COO responsible for the brand’s skyrocketing growth. 

Find out how the Afghan-American powerhouse was able to overcome personal hardships in her youth to become the resilient leader she is today, the keys to achieving Cymbiotika’s fast-won success and the life lessons that she’s instilling in her daughters along the way.

Tune in to hear about:

• The healthy habits, mindset and supplements that Durana personally follows to look and feel her best everyday
• The clever and creative ways that she’s changing corporate culture, so that people actually want to come into the office everyday
• Scoop alert! We get a sneak peek at the lifestyle category that Cymbiotika will expand to next
• How Cymbiotika is supporting the non-profit, Helping Hands for Afghans, a passion project to help women, children and refugees
• Plus! Rapidfire: BOSS Edition, including what *not* to do in a job interview, how to nail a cover letter and the one thing that’s a big no-no at any office

Cymbiotika

Cymbiotika is a lifestyle brand featuring more than 50 products to boost your health and wellness routine - everything from their best-selling Liposomal Glutathione

and Super Greens Dietary Supplement pouches (Carlene’s fave!) to their energy-boosting Cymbiotika Liposomal Vitamin B12 + B6 (Jill’s fave!). If you want to try Cymbiotika for yourself, use code BREAKINGBEAUTY on cymbiotika.com for 15% off sitewide or create your custom bundle and get up to 45% off. 

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Jamie Greenberg - aka Jamie Makeup on Instagram - works with A-Listers like Jessica Alba, Chelsea Handler, Christina Applegate, Kaley Cuoco and many more. But that hasn’t changed her relatable, funny and clever attitude one bit. Today, “Everyone’s Personal Makeup Artist” returns to the pod with everything you need to know about applying your concealer the right way, whether you’re disguising under eye conundrums, hiding redness or camouflaging the scabbiest zit.

Plus, you’ll learn:

• How to choose a concealer formula that’s designed for acne vs. your thin-skinned, under eye area
• When to choose a brighter shade and when you want it to match your foundation to a tee
• The go-to setting powders (unsexy packaging be damned!) that Jamie uses to lock in a pro concealing finish 
• The luxury concealer she’s obsessed with now, her pick for a budget find and the range she reaches for to suit all skin tones, from very fair to very dark
• What she’s launching from her own, multi-tasking cosmetics line, Jamie Makeup, 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. 

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

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

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In this uninterrupted episode in partnership with Hero Cosmetics, we chat with brand co-founder Ju Rhyu about the making of The Mighty Patch, the translucent acne sticker that now sells once every 2 seconds. You’ll find out what makes Hero’s medical-grade hydrocolloid patch superior to the many dupes that have cropped up since its 2017 launch (the shade!), along with the best way to work its mighty magic into your makeup routine.

You’ll hear about:

• Why Reddit was a goldmine for understanding acne-sufferers’ needs in the brand’s development
• How to layer concealer with the acne patch (over or under- we find out once and for all!) 
• Ju’s personal skincare routine - from a luxe retinol facial oil to her fave French pharmacy find
• The one up-and-coming beauty brand she thinks needs to be on our radar
• The innovative, acne-meets-aging fix that she’s dropping next

Sponsor info: In Canada, find Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patches at Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart, and Amazon. And in the US, Hero is always available on HeroCosmetics.us. 

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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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn

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