Ep 162 - Soko Glam Co-Founder Charlotte Cho on Triple Cleansing, Why K-Beauty’s “Golden Age” is Far From Over & #StopAsianHate

Nearly a decade ago, Charlotte Cho introduced North America to the concept of the “10-Step Korean Skincare Routine” via her e-commerce destination, Soko Glam, along with its genius sister blog on all things K-Beauty, The Klog. Charlotte is also a bonafide esthetician, a best-selling author and co-founder of her own skincare lines, Then I Met You and Good (Skin) Days. In the meantime, K-beauty is thriving –  it’s now a $13.1 billion phenomenon, all thanks to the Korean “skin-first” philosophy, renowned for coaxing a radiant, makeup-free glow.

Meet the 15x Award-Winning cleansing balm that Caroline Hirons just called “Product Of The Year”

Today, Charlotte tells us why her Then I Met You’s Living Cleansing Balm has now won 15 awards and why the holy grail product was recently named “Product of the Year” by British skin expert Caroline Hirons. Then, stay tuned as Charlotte schools us on the next phase in K-Beauty: hydrating acid toners, “triple cleansing,” “cushion” sunscreens and more. And finally, listen in as Charlotte gives us a sneak peek at her second book, The Little Book of Jeong, set for release this summer, along with the steps she’s taking beyond beauty to #stopasianhate. (Please note that this episode was previously recorded.)

To help fight Anti-Asian Racism, please find an extensive list of organizations here, thoughtfully compiled by Harper’s Bazaar’s Erica Gonzales.

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

Charlotte will be releasing her second book this summer, The Little Book of Jeong

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Then I Met You Living Cleansing Balm

• Then I Met You Soothing Tea Cleansing Gel

• The Little Book of Skincare By Charlotte Cho

• Neogen Day-Light Protection Sunscreen SPF 50 Protection

• Thank You Farmer Sun Project Light Sun Essence SPF 50

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161 Best of Spring Beauty 2021 Part Deux! The Viral Hits (and Misses!) in Makeup, Hair & Fragrance

Last week in Part 1 of our Best of Spring #DamnGoods Special, we revealed the latest skincare buys that are highly recommended by Jill and Carlene. Today, in Part 2 of our Best of Spring #DamnGoods Special, we’re chatting about the Anastasia Brow Freeze that’s earned 3 million views on TikTok, the Maybelline Sky High mascara that can hardly be found upon a drugstore shelf, and the incredible new Auric Radiant Luminzer giving Charlotte Tilbury’s Flawless Filter a run for its money.

Meet TikTok’s fave mascara

Plus, Carlene gets all swoon-y about some exciting new Bridgerton-style fragrances! An “adorkable” fashion collab that gave us all the smiles… And, stay tuned as your hosts peel back the curtain on the marketing hype machine to expose the buzzy beauty products not worth the cheddar. 

We thinkst we found Simon’s perfect fragrance match!

Penhaligon’s new Babylon Eau De Parfum was made for Bridgerton

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter

• Anastasia Beverley Hills Brow Freeze

• Anastasia Dip Brow Pomade

• Benefit Angled Brow Brush & Spoolie

• Iconic London Brow Silk & Brush Bundle

• NYX Professional Makeup The Brow Glue

• Maybelline Sky High Mascara

• Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara

• Maybelline Collosal Big Shot Mascara

• L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara

• Benefit They’re Real Magnet Extreme Mascara

• Benefit They’re Real Mascara

• Monday Haircare Moisture Shampoo

• Monday Haircare Moisture Conditioner

• L’Oréal Professionel Série Expert Absolut Repair Instant Resurfacing Shampoo

• L’Oréal Professionnel Série Expert Absolute Repair Instant Resurfacing Conditioner

• Kérastase Discipline Oleo Relax Anti-Frizz Shampoo

• Kérastase Discipline Discipline Smoothing Mask

• Tresemme Keratin Repair Shampoo

• Tresemme Keratin Smooth Conditioner

• Auric Glow Lust Radiant Luminzer

• Coach x Sephora Collection Rexy Eyeshadow Palette

• Penhaligon’s Babylon Eau de Parfum (Available Mar. 15th)

• Penhaligon’s Bluebell Ea de Toilette (Marian Bendeth is the fragrance expert who Carlene credits for explaining “solifleurs” as a fragrance category)

• Penhaligon’s Orange Blossom Eau de Toilette

• Le Labo Santal 33 Eau de Parfum

• The 7 Virtues Blackberry Lily Perfume OIl

• The 7 Virtues Vanilla Woods Perfume Oil

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

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Ep 160 - These Are The Spring 2021 Skincare Buys Worthy of The Hype

Halleloo, Spring is near… And since we have SO much to talk about, for the first time ever we’re delivering our monthly #DamnGoods episode in 2 parts! This week, listen in as we share the #DamnGood skincare buys we solemnly swear are worth the hype— along with the sleeper hits that nobody needs to be sleeping on! You’ll hear about a brand-new French skincare brand –  it’s The Ordinary-meets-Tata Harper – that we predict will be the next beauty editor darling. Plus, we talk about the Korean Eye Cream for Face trend that’s touching down in North America even as we record, with a drugstore buy that’s selling every 10 seconds in the U.K. since its drop in October. A new Skinceuticals antioxidant serum for oily skin that might just take the place of Jill’s precious CE Ferulic?! You’ll have to hear it to believe it.

Hot New Imports: PSA Skin and Typology Skincare from France (right)

We’re back next week with our #DamnGood Spring 2021 picks in makeup and haircare, including a test-drive of a viral sensation taking over TikTok. Let us know if you like the 2-Part format on Instagram, Twitter, our private Facebook group , or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. We love hearing from you!

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• L’Oréal Revitalift Filler Eye Cream for Face

• AHC Essential Real Eye Cream For Face

• Fresh Black Tea Age-Delay Eye Concentrate Cream

• Skinceuticals CE Ferulic (for normal/combination skin)

• Skinceuticals Phloretin CF (for brightening)

• Skinceuticals Serum 10 AOX (for sensitive skin)

• Skinceuticals Silymarin CF Antioxidant Serum (for oily and blemish prone skin)

• Typology 9-Ingredient Moisturizer 

• Typology Niacinamide 12% Serum

• Typology Salicylic Acid 2% + Zinc 1% Serum

• Typology Hydrolat De Fleurs D’Oranger BIO Essence

• Allies of Skin Mandelic Pigmentation Corrector Night Serum

• Allies of Skin Molecular Silk Amino Hydrating Cleanser

• PSA Re-Set Nourishing Cleanser

• Fresh 2-in-1 Kombucha Cleansing Treatment

• Furtuna Skin Acqua Serena Micellar Essence

• Cle Cosmetics Lip Care Trio

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

Ep 159 - How to Fix Quarantine Nails With Celebrity Nail Guru Marian Newman

Meet Marian Newman aka THE Queen of Nails. No, literally, the nail expert was recently awarded the British Empire Medal in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for services to the beauty industry during Covid-19, and she knows so much about nails, she even launched an online diploma program last month! Marian’s nail artistry has graced the tips of everyone from Kate Moss to Lady Gaga – she’s even written tomes showcasing her backstage-worthy, eye-popping manicures, along with technical textbooks on nail anatomy and salon safety.

Marian Newman is an editorial nail artist and the author of Nailed It: Nails, Fashion, Technique

Today, Marian joins us on the pod to chat about the budget hand cream that really works, along with the nail polishes that wear the longest without chipping. Then, find out why she believes that at-home UV gel manicures and those viral “burst” gel-polish removers are a massive “Don’t”. Plus, Marian breaks down the *brand new*, crack-filling innovation from CND called Plexigel that's legit the biggest thing to hit the nails category since Shellac.

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

Meet the new in-salon innovation that fixes broken nails fast

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Nailed It: Nails, Fashion, Technique by Marian Newman

• The Complete Nail Technician by Marian Newman

• Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate

• Hand Chemistry HA3 Hand Hydrator

• Sisley Restorative Hand Cream

• CND Vinylux Stickey Base Coat

• Kure Bazaar Nail Polish

• CND Vinylux Super Shiny Top Coat

• CND Plexigel (Available in select salons)

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

Ep 158 The #Damngood Black and Brown-Owned Beauty Brands to Buy Now & Always with Thirteen Lune’s Nyakio Grieco

Today we’re welcoming our second-ever #DamnGoods Guest Host, Nyakio Grieco! Founder of Nyakio Beauty and a brand new, completely inclusive shopping site called Thirteen Lune, Nyakio is here to tell us which Black and Brown-owned beauty brands are topping her top shelf this minute. You’ll find out why the barrier-breaking e-commerce platform has caught the attention of celeb investors like Gwyneth Paltrow, Sean Combs and Naomi Watts. Then, discover “the best leave-in conditioner Nyakio has ever used,” the multi-purpose dream oil she can’t keep in stock, and our biggest discovery — a face-buffing tool that looks like a portobello mushroom wearing a chunky knit sweater, lolz.

Meet the lit new shopping destination for poly-inclusive brands

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Buttah Skin Vitamin C Serum

• Hyper Skin Hyper Clear Brightening Clearing Vitamin C Serum

• Joanna Vargas Exfoliating Mask

• Joanna Vargas Daily Serum

• nyakio Maracuja & Yangu Rescue Oil

• nyakio Manketti &Mafura Anti-Aging Oil

• nyakio Sweet almond Cleansing Balm

• HoliFrog Superior Omega Nutritive Gel Wash

• nyakio Baobab Youth-Infused Daily Defence Cream

• Dehiya Lip + Cheek Tint in Nymph

• Dehiya Mihakka Cleansing Tool

• Liha Idan Oil

• Gilded Body Supreme Body Balm

• Dr. Nigma Talib Vitamin D Sun supplements

• Charlotte Mensah Manketti Hair Oil

• Charlotte Mensah Manketti Oil Finishing Mist

• Bomba Curls Forbidden Hair Oil

• Vernon Francois Leave In Conditioner

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

Ep 157 Patrick Starrr Answers Your Most Googled Makeup Questions!

Patrick Starrr is the beauty YouTube guru whose massively successful channel has featured celebs like Katy Perry and Naomi Campbell — earning him millions of adoring fans. Patrick is also a budding beauty entrepreneur with his new line, One/Size, and he’s the dazzling host of Say Yas to the Guest podcast. Today, Patrick is here to answer the most Googled beauty questions, like: “How to prevent makeup from getting on your mask,” “How to reapply sunscreen over makeup,” and “How to cover up a hickey with makeup.” WHELP! Don’t miss the beauty pro’s 2021 list of holy grail skincare products, the deets on his new, One/Size Secure the Blur Primer and finally, find out why Patrick Starrr says we should all be following YouTube’s The Makeover Guy, stat.

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• One/Size By Patrick Starrr Secure The Blur Makeup Magnet Primer

• One/Size By Patrick Starrr Ultimate Blurring Setting Powder

• Pixi Sun Mist SPF 30 Spray

• Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Face Mist Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 55

• Cinema Secrets Brush Cleanser

• Bioderma Sensibio H2O Makeup Removing Solution

• One/Size By Patrick Starrr Go Off Makeup Dissolving Mist

• Original Beauty Blender Makeup Sponge

• Ardell Wispies Lashes

• Sephora Collection House of Lashes x Patrick Ta

• One/Size By Patrick Starrr Point Made Liquid Liner

• Ole Henriksen Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner

• Ole Henriksen Goodnight Glow Retinol-Alt Sleeping Creme

• Ole Henriksen Lemonade Soothing Scrub

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

Ep 156 Paula's Choice Founder Paula Begoun aka "The Cosmetics Cop"

Meet the O.G. “Cosmetics Cop.” Paula Begoun is the 67-year-old founder of Paula’s Choice skincare and the author of over 20 books, including Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me. Today, the industry veteran is here to retrace the origin story behind the iconic range, dubbed as “The Original Internet Beauty Brand” and one of the first to go “fragrance-free” long before “free from” lists were even a thing. Today, Paula’s Choice is gaining more popularity than ever before, ranking as one of the Top 5 most-talked about beauty brands on Reddit.

Skincare By Hyram calls Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant “Sorcery in a Bottle”

Find out why Gen-Z influencer Skincare By Hyram has touted the best-selling Paula’s Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant as “Sorcery in a Bottle.” Then, stay tuned as Paula goes off on the biggest cosmetics myths she’s busting these days, as she sets the record straight on the number one threat your skin:
”Inflammaging.” Plus, find out why she thinks antioxidants are the unsung heroes of skincare, along with her predictions on which ingredients are going to peak next (Hint: turns out CBD may have actual scientific legs, guys.) And finally, Paula gets real real about cosmetic surgery.

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant

• Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 25% AHA + 2% BHA Exfoliant Peel

• Paula’s Choice CBD Oil + Retinol

• Paula’s Choice CBD Skin Transformative Treatment Milk

• Paula’s Choice 0.3% Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment

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

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Ep 155 - The #DamnGood Beauty Products You're Going To See Everywhere in 2021

We’ve swept all of the Pinterest and Google trend searches along with the latest cosmetics industry sales data to bring you today’s epic episode: “The #DamnGood Beauty Products You’re Going To See Everywhere in 2021.” Tune in as we discuss why the year’s biggest buzzword, “Skinimalism,” makes so much sense right now, along with our favourite brands leading the charge in the quest to pare down our routines.

Meet Function of Beauty’s diffusion line for Target

ManiMe is the shaped-to-you nail gel sticker we need rn

Then, we chat about the latest in “low waste” innovations to help reduce your beauty footprint; what’s new in the world of personalized, DIY beauty while we’re missing our professional hair and nail services; and finally, Carlene updates you on the award-winning K18 hair treatment that silkens even the bleachiest of strands.

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• U Beauty Resurfacing Compound

• Three Ships Refresh Papaya + Salicylic Acid Cleanser

• SnowFox Ultra Soft Coconut Eco Blender

• Beauty Blender Bio Pure Blender (Available Feb. 1st)

• Eco Tools Bio Blender Makeup Sponge

• Everist Waterless Shampoo Concentrate

• Weleda Skin Food Original Ultra Rich Cream

• Function of Beauty Straight Hair Shampoo Base With Coconut Water

• Function of Beauty Straight Hair Conditioner Base With Avocado Oil

• Function of Beauty Anti-Frizz #Hairgoals Booster Shot With Beetroot Extract

• Function of Beauty Shine #Hairgoals Booster Shot with Amaranth Leaf Extract 

• Function of Beauty Color Protection #Hairgoals Booster Shot with Rice Protein

• Pantene Miracle Rescue Moisture Mix-In Treatment

• ManiMe Stick On Gel Nails

• MOB Beauty 6-Way Palette; 4-Way Palette & Individual Eyeshadows

• K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask

• Virtue Color Kick

• Olaplex No. 3 Hair Perfector

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

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Ep 154 How To Repair Your Skin Barrier With Celebrity Facialist Joanna Vargas

We’re chatting with facialist-to-the-stars, Joanna Vargas! Joanna counts famous faces like Mindy Kaling and Rachel Brosnahan among her elite clientele. On top of heading up her branded spas in both Manhattan and L.A. and running her eponymous skincare business, Joanna is author of the essential skincare guide, “Glow From Within.” In today’s episode, we’re learning about skin barrier health 101, untangling the biggest culprits that lead to a damaged skin barrier (like, are exfoliating toners as villainous as they’re made out to be?) and how to know when yours has been compromised.

Glow From Within by Joanna Vargas

The Joanna Vargas Spa in Los Angeles

Stay tuned as Joanna shares her top tips for maintaining and repairing a damaged skin barrier, as we discuss everything from skincare “slugging,” to whether humidifiers can actually help to the holy grail products she really swears by. But first, we’re kicking it off with a mini “damn goods” review in partnership with one of todays’ show partners, Strivectin. Find out why the brand’s timely new Wrinkle Recode Moisture Rich Barrier Cream had us feeling moist and cocooned all holiday long.

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• StriVectin Wrinkle Recode Moisture Rich Barrier Cream

• Glow From Within Book by Joanna Vargas

• Vaseline Original Unscented Petroleum Jelly

• Aquaphor Healing Ointment

• CV Skin Labs Restorative Skin Balm

• Paula’s Choice Resist Barrier Repair Moisturizer With Retinol

• Joanna Vargas Super Nova Serum

• Jordan Samuel Retinol Treatment Oil

• Renée Rouleau Advanced Resurfacing Serum

• Peach & Lily Pure Beam Luxe Oil

• The Ordinary 100% Plant-Derived Squalane

• Joanna Vargas Rescue Serum

• Joanna Vargas Rejuvenating Serum

• Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Serum

• Dyson Pure Humidify Cool 3-in-1 Humidifer (The designer one Carlene refers to)

• Crane Humidifer (The one Jill says everyone is buying on Amazon)

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

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Ep 153 Bonus Episode! The Best Drugstore Skincare Products to Buy in Canada This Month

We know our #podfam loves a good drugstore find, so we’ve partnered with Shoppers Drug Mart in Canada to get the 411 on the skincare musts that are sure to pop off in January. Just in time for your New Year skin resolutions, maybe you’re looking to add a new step to your skincare routine, or maybe you’d like to try out a buzzy ingredient you keep hearing about. Well, we went on a virtual, VIP shopping trip with Shoppers Beauty Pro Chanel Cruz, who fills us on everything from a new, 20% vitamin C capsule that’s the perfect dupe for a pricier, prestige version, to a brand new retinol treatment that cocoons as it refines. Plus, you’ll find out which affordable under-eye patches the retailer can’t keep in stock, and your new BFF for double-cleansing the lazy-slash-busy way.

Carlene and Jill go on a virtual shopping trip with Shoppers Beauty Pro Chanel Cruz (below)

The drugstore insider has all the intel on what’s been selling out since the start of the pandemic – and how consumer skincare habits and attitudes have been changing at home, too. And finally, how on earth do you find the perfect, personalized skincare products when you’re shopping online during a lockdown? Big news! We’ve got the scoop on the retailer’s new, Virtual Skin Analysis Tool that gives you a real-time skin diagnosis, with customized product recommendations -- AND earn those Optimum points -- all without leaving the comfort of your couch.

Products Mentioned in this Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• La Roche Posay Anthelios XL Ultra Light Fluid Ultra SPF 50 Lotion (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Vichy Idéal Soleil Dry Touch Lotion SPF 60 (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Zero By Skin Academy 100% Natural Night Cream (Not available in U.S.)

• Zero By Skin Academy Hand & Nail Cream (Not available in U.S.)

• Aveeno Restorative Skin Therapy Oat Body Cream for Sensitive Skin (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Clarins Soothing Toning Lotion (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Darphin Stimulskin Plus Absolute Renewal Cream- Normal to Dry Skin (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair 20% Vitamin C Serum Capsules (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• CocoKind Oil-to-Milk Cleanser (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Pixi FortifEYE Firming Eye Patches (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Pixi Clarity Cleanser (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Clinique Smart Night Clinical MD Multi-Dimensional Repair Treatment Retinol (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleanser All-in-One Brightening With Vitamin C (Canada); Click here for U.S.

• Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleanser With Argan Oil (Not available in U.S.)

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

Ep 152 Clarisonic Co-Founder Dr. Robb On The Death Of The Cleansing Brush & His New, $500 "Skincare Appliance," Opulus

In today’s founder episode, we’re chatting with Clarisonic co-founder, Dr. Robb Akridge – aka Dr. Robb. The Seattle-based scientist has done everything from studying marine biology to researching AIDS vaccines before pivoting to the world of beauty with his breakthrough invention, the Clarisonic cleansing brush. Fans were stunned when L’Oréal discontinued the device last year, and now, Dr. Robb speaks out about how he felt when he learned of the gadget’s demise. 

RIP Clarisonic (Image: The Cut)

We trace the Clarisonic’s rise, and ultimate fall. Then, stay tuned to hear about his latest high-tech skincare invention, The Opulus Treatment System, beauty’s first-ever “skincare appliance.” Like your own personal beauty lab, this futuristic innovation whips up potent formulas in seconds, so fresh it’s as if it just rolled off the assembly line. We know, we know: do you really need a $500 skincare appliance? Find out why his second first-to-market invention might have you whipping out your credit card once again.

Meet Opulus, beauty’s first “Skincare Appliance”

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Clarisonic Cleansing System (Discontinued)

• Opulus Treatment System (Pre-Order begins Jan. 25th)

Thank you to our show partners. When you support them, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! 

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

Ep 151 Jonathan Van Ness on How-To Build Confidence From Within

We’re starting off 2021 with a big dose of rainbow positivity! Who better to inspire and entertain than the one and only Jonathan Van Ness? You may already know and love Jonathan as the resident grooming expert on Queer Eye. The Emmy-nominated host is also a best-selling author, host of the wildly popular podcast, Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness. And let us not forget his tireless advocacy work for the LGBTQ community. 

Jonathan Van Ness is the newly announced Biossance Self-Care Ambassador

As the newly announced Self-Care Ambassador for Biossance, Jonathan loads us up with self-care tips and tricks for cultivating joy and mining the kind of self-confidence that says ‘what’s in her cereal, henny?’ Find out how he mustered the courage to break down so.many.barriers in his own life. Plus, we chat all about his inner-glow skincare routine, writing your own mission statement and how to deal with imposter syndrome. 2021, let’s do this!

JVN’s best-selling memoir, Over The Top: A Raw Journey To Self-Love

Mentioned In This Episode:

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• Eckhart Tolle, Spiritual Teacher

• Over The Top: A Raw Journey To Self-love, by Jonathan Van Ness

• Peanut Goes For The Gold, by Jonathan Van Ness

• Mantl Face & Scalp Invisible Daily SPF 30

• Dyson AirWrap

• Biossance Squalene + Vitamin C Rose Oil

• Algenist Pore Corrector Anti-Aging Primer

• CoverFx Power Play Concealer

• Artis Elite Mirror Oval 7 Brush

• Biossance Squalene + Tea Tree Balancing Oil

• Jade Roller

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

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Ep 150 Replay! Huda Beauty Founder Huda Kattan

Happy New Year everyone! In today’s replay of our epic chat with Huda Kattan, you’ll find out why Huda Beauty was officially crowned the most popular beauty brand of 2020, along with the emotional hardships she faced on the way to building her billion dollar success story. The Iraqi-American makeup artist was an O.G. in the YouTuber space, and now the Dubai-based founder has been named one of the “Richest  Self-Made Women” in the world.

Huda Kattan

Huda shares the origin story behind the brand, starting with the Kardashian-adored false eyelashes that were an instant hit at Sephora, right up until her newest baby, Wishful Skin. You’ll also discover Huda’s #1 drugstore foundation, the $$$ skincare item that she claims is completely worth the $500 price tag, and the self-care practice she’s adapted during quarantine that involves “future energy...”

Huda’s newest beauty baby, Wishful Skin

Products Mentioned in this Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Duo Striplash Adhesive

• Huda Beauty Sticky Tack Lash Glue

• House of Lashes Lash Adhesive

• Huda Beauty Samantha Lash #7

• Huda Beauty The New Nude Eyeshadow Palette

• Wishful Get Even Rose Oil

• Wishful Yo Glow Facial Enzyme Scrub

• Maybelline Fit Me Dewy & Smooth Foundation

• Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair Deep Conditioning Hair Mask

• Guerlain Orchidée Imperiale The Longevity Concentrate

• Olaplex Bond Building Hair Treatment Kit

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

Ep 149 Replay! How To Build Your Best Skincare Routine with Celeb Facialist Renée Rouleau

Happy holidays everyone! Today’s replay* episode features aesthetician-to-the-stars, Renée Rouleau. Renée’s career has spanned more than three decades, and she counts famous faces like Demi Lovato, Lili Reinhart and Lisa Renna as clients. Lucky for us, Renée is also super passionate about skin education. Her self-titled website boasts more than 1,000 articles on everything from how to know if your moisture barrier is damaged to the best way to prevent wrinkles starting in your 20s.

In this noteworthy episode, Renée walks us through the exact steps to building a rock-solid skin routine for your skin type, plus she gets down to some skincare 101 like: Does serum go on before or after moisturizer? What the heck is an essence? And how often should you use retinol? Plus, find out why this skin expert thinks our favourite face cleansing balms really have to go (say whaaat?!)

Products mentioned in this episode:

Every product is independently selected by Breaking Beauty Podcast hosts and/or guests. Products you purchase through our links may earn us a commission.

Renée Rouleau Pro Remedy Oil

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

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Ep 149 - Replay! How to Build Your Best Skincare Routine with Celebrity Esthetician Renee Rouleau

Today, we’re chatting all about how to build your perfect skincare routine with A-list facialist Renee Rouleau. 

Ep 148 Celebs! TikTok! 2021 Forecasts! The Year in Beauty With Allure’s Michelle Lee, Beauty Journalist Dr. Ateh Jewel & Us!

Phew! It’s been a YEAR – and the beauty industry had a front row seat. For our annual year-end roundup, we’re welcoming two very special guests: esteemed British beauty journalist Dr. Ateh Jewel and Michelle Lee, Allure editor-in-chief and co-host of the new, Allure Science of Beauty Podcast (new episodes drop every single Thursday!) where they dissect they dissect the science behind a singular topic like wrinkles or shampoo with answers from derms and beauty chemists. So sit back and enjoy the rollercoaster ride as we recap all of the highs, lows and everything in between!

Our virtual round-table guests Allure Editor-in-Chief Michelle Lee (left) and British Beauty Journalist Ateh Jewel (right) with your hosts

Stay tuned to hear our takes on the impact that Covid and Black Lives Matter has had both on the beauty industry with Pull Up For Change – and within ourselves. We also recall the LOL memes, how the beauty industry came together and RIP Fashion Week? Plus, the important piece of beauty reporting you may have missed this year, our favourite celebrity brand launches, and finally, our crystal ball predictions for 2021.

It was a year, Naomi Campbell!

Mentioned In This Episode:

• Unilever’s manifesto about what they’re doing to improve Palm Oil Supply Chain

• P&G’s Sustainability Guidelines for external business partners

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Fenty Hydra Visor Invisible Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen

• Pat McGrath Mega Mothership Celestial Divinity Eyeshadow Palette

• Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez

• Keys Soulcare by Alicia Keys

• Humanrace Skincare by Pharrell Williams

• Eleven by Venus Williams

• Happy Dance by Kristen Bell

• JLo Beauty

• Rinna Beauty by Lisa Rinna

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Ep 147 The #DamnGood Skin, Makeup & Hair Products We'll Be Taking Into 2021… and Beyond!

Le tears! In our last #DamnGoods segment of 2020, we’re bringing you the products so good, we just couldn’t leave them behind. We’ll reveal our pick for the best product among Makeup By Mario’s self-titled range, along with a full review on our most requested brand to review of the moment: Bobbi Brown’s new makeup line, Jones Road. Plus, how about that high-tech OPTE skincare device to instantly erase hyperpigmentation? Jill tested a half-half face at home, and lets you know if it’s worth all the Hollywood hype. Finally, Carlene gives you a sneak peek of the secret revolutionary hair product she predicts will gain big buzz in the year ahead…

Before and afters of the Hollywood-hyped Opte device to treat and disguise hyperpigmentation

Did you know that Breaking Beauty’s #DamnGoods segments are now our most listened to episodes? Get social with us and let us know what topics, personalities and products you’d like to hear more about as we plan our hot 2021 lineup! Find us on Instagram, Twitter, our private Facebook group

, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. 

Find out which hair product is making Carlene’s bleached out hair silky soft!

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

Makeup By Mario Master Mattes Eyeshadow Palette

Makeup By Mario Master Eye Prep & Set

Makeup By Mario Master Crystal Reflector in Citrine

Makeup By Mario EF1 Makeup Brush

Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette Color Coded Eye Shadow in Desert Haze

Jones Road The Mascara

Jones Road Miracle Balm

Jones Road Cool Gloss

Jones Road The Best Pencil

RMS Beauty Luminzers

Smashbox Halo Healthy Glow Tinted Moisturizer SPF 25

The Original Makeup Eraser

The Original Makeup Eraser Sponge

Opte device

Klorane Cornflower Water Cream

Furtuna Skin Acqua Serena Micellar Cleansing Essence

Furtuna Skin Porte Pour Le Vitalita Face and Eye Serum

Furtuna Skin Due Alberi Biphase Moisturizing Facial Oil

Furtuna Skin Rituale Luminoso Transformation Travel Set

Furtuna Skin Cuore Rituale Luminoso Transformation Set (Full Size)

K18 Hair

Aquis Rapid Dry Towel

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

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Ep 146 Founder of Who What Wear, Versed Skincare & (New!) Merit Beauty, Katherine Power

For our very last founder episode of the year, we’ve brought in the big guns! It’s serial entrepreneur Katherine Power, co-founder of Who What Wear, its spin-off line of street style-inspired fashion a multitude of media brands and most topping our beauty minds, Versed Skincare. Total estimated value? $100 million dollahas. (It’s safe to say we’re taking notes on how to kill it in business, folks.) MAJOR EXCLUSIVE SCOOP ALERT: Katherine tells us about her newly announced next enterprise, an exciting line of colour cosmetics, called Merit!!

Find out why TikTok beauty influencer of the year, Skincare By Hyram, is calling Versed the next CeraVe when it comes to drugstore skincare. We’ll share our personal favourites that we stock up on at Target, while Katherine fills us in on the SEO secret that drove some of the brand’s top-selling SKUs. Plus, how can they possibly make this “clean” skincare line so affordable? We get the answers to that question, too. Finally, stay tuned until the end to hear the official reveal on Merit makeup, including the celebrity who’s already had it in her hot little hands.

A first look at the Merit Beauty campaign

Psst! Follow our Instagram to see video footage from our chat, along with details on an exclusive contest we’ll be offering with both Versed and Merit. And don’t forget to drop us a comment to let us know what you think of the episode!

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Versed Press Restart Gentle Retinol Serum

• Versed Guards Up Daily Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35

• Versed Stroke of Brilliance Brightening Serum

• Versed The Shortcut Overnight Facial Peel

• Versed Skin Soak Rich Moisture Cream

• Versed Dew Point Moisturizing Gel-Cream

• Avaline Wines

• Merit Beauty (launching January 12, 2021)

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

Ep 145 How To Treat Dark Circles, Undereye Bags & Wrinkles With Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Lara Devgan

In Part 2 of this two-part special all about eyes, we’re joined by Manhattan-based, board-certified cosmetic surgeon Dr. Lara Devgan to chat blepharoplasty, thread lifts, plasma pens and so.much.more. And while we can’t disclose exactly who’s part of her celebrity clientele (trust us, she’s booked and busy!), we can divulge that the top doc has racked up nearly 400,000 Instagram followers thanks to her spot-on handiwork that leaves patients looking FRESH AF.

Dr. Lara Devgan’s patient before and after blepharoplasty

Dr. Devgan picks up where those eye creams and dermatological treatments can’t, breaking down the cost, pain-factor and everything else to expect starting with the cat eye look seen on the likes of Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner. Plus, you’ll learn everything there is to know about treating dark, undereye hollows with fat transfer vs. tear trough fillers; the #glowdown on surgical solutions for puffy, undereye bags; and what the difference is between a brow lift vs. an eye lift for hooded eyes that droop with aging. Plus, tune in to the end to find out which popular eye procedures you should avoid – even when others may be singing their praises.

Dr. Lara Devgan, who has not treated Bella Hadid, explains the procedure behind the popular cat eye-lift look seen on many in young Hollywood.

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Ep 144 How to Treat Dark Circles, Undereye Bags & Wrinkles with #TikTokDoc Dr. Mamina Turegano

Do we really need an eye cream? In today’s episode, we set out to answer that very question, with triple-board certified dermatologist Dr. Mamina Turegano, who’s earned nearly half a million TikTok followers with her viral, edu-tainment skincare videos. Dr. Mamina walks us through the causes and treatments for dark circles, undereye puffiness and crow’s feet, including the eye creams that actually wield results, the single at-home gadget that’s worked on her, and the tested-and-true in-office treatments. 

Dr. Mamina’s videos featuring her Mom’s Japanese skincare hacks have gone viral

Be sure to tune in next week, when we continue our all about eyes exploration with Manhattan-based plastic surgeon Dr. Lara Devgan, with the 101 on solutions that pick up where derm-treatments and eye creams simply can’t. Fox eyes, blepharoplasty, fat transfers – you’ll learn the costs, benefits, downtime and more in the second installment of this two-part special all about your most important, above-the-mask feature.

Just one of the eye creams Dr. Mamina uses in her own routine.

Products Mentioned In This Episode:

*Note that every product recommended by Breaking Beauty Podcast is independently selected, though some products you buy through the below links may earn us a commission.*

• Skinceuticals A.G.E Eye Complex

• Skinbetter Interfuse Treatment Cream Eye

• Revision Teamine Eye Complex

• CeraVe Eye Repair Cream

• Dieux Skin Forever Eye Mask

• Coco Kind Revitalizing Eye Cream

• Replenix All-Trans Retinol-Enriched Eye Cream

• Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar

• NuFace Trinity + Eye and Lip Enhancer Attachment Bundle

• NuFace Hydrating Leave-On Gel Primer

• Glyderm Gentle Cleanser

• Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel Pads

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

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