Breaking Beauty Podcast

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Get ready with us! We’re Jill and Carlene, two longtime beauty editors who have seen it all and swatched it all, and now we’re here to tell you what’s good. Whether you’re searching for the latest insider-fave foundation, building a gimmick-free skincare routine, or interested in exploring culture through a beauty lens, tune in every Wednesday for epic guests like Makeup By Mario, Dr. Pimple Popper and Jonathan Van Ness (say what?!) Plus, don’t miss our monthly #DamnGood reviews of trending drugstore and spendy finds that are worth the $$$ – you’re glowing already!

  1. The Exact K-Beauty Skincare and Treatments That are Worth Your Money with Dermatologist Dr. David Kim

    2D AGO

    The Exact K-Beauty Skincare and Treatments That are Worth Your Money with Dermatologist Dr. David Kim

    Salmon Sperm! Spicules! A Surgery-Free Face Lift! This week, it’s a K-Beauty extravaganza as we sit down with board-certified dermatologist Dr. David Kim to unpack it all. Dr Kim is a Korean native with a newly-minted Manhattan practice, Soho Derm, that blends the best of cutting edge Korean aesthetics and western dermatology. Dr. Kim has over 1 million followers across social media and he’s often featured as an expert on The Today Show.  Tune in to hear about: Prevention vs. correction: Why patients in South Korea start treatments in their 20s compared to the “fix-it” mentality often seen in North AmericaThe “V-Line” vs. sculpted esthetic: Comparing the desire for heart-shaped, “feminine” facial features in Asia versus the "snatched" jaws in the West.PDRN (Salmon Sperm DNA): The science behind the viral ingredient, its 10-year history in Korea, and how it’s being used for everything from joint recovery to glowy skin.The melasma solution: Why tranexamic acid (as an oral Rx) is a game-changer for pigment and the safety precautions you need to knowSpicules - friend or foe? What to know about the “Reedle” shots you see all over Tiktok and which one Dr. Kim is personally a fan ofThe treatments to know now: From Pico Laser to treat texture and dark spots to the Xerf tightening treatment that combats laxity, Dr. Kim shares his own personal experience as a guinea pig on what really makes a differenceWhat’s on a derm’s top shelf: Stay tuned to the end to hear about the one K-beauty skincare staple Dr. Kim believes everyone should own From derm-to-founder: What makes Dr. Kim’s SPF brand, Lightsaver, different. Pssst - We have a special promo code: head to https://www.lightsaverskin.com and use code Breaking20 for a 20% discount! Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.   Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!    For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/    Related episodes like this:  Your Ultimate #DamnGood K-Beauty Shopping Guide is Here! Featuring Guest Host and Korean Skincare Expert Ava Lee AKA @GlowWithAva#DamnGood Special! Gothamista’s Renée Chow Spills the Secrets of Her At-Home Skincare RoutineHow a K-Beauty Esthetician Gets Her Skin So Glassy with Peach & Lily Founder Alicia Yoon    PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!   Nutrafol Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand, trusted by over 1.5 million people. See thicker, stronger, faster-growing hair with less shedding in just 3-6 months with Nutrafol. 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. Skims  Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com. After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Select “podcast” in the survey and be sure to select our show in the dropdown menu that follows.  And if you are looking for the perfect gift for your Valentine or for yourself - the SKIMS Valentine’s Shop is now open!   #skimspartner One Skin  OneSkin’s OS-01 Peptide™ is proven to target the visible signs of aging, helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, get 15% off OneSkin with the code BREAKINGBEAUTY at https://www.oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY #oneskinpod.    *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
  Produced by Dear Media Studio  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min
  2. How-to Get Your Best Smile Ever (and Mistakes to Avoid!) with Celebrity Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Michael Apa

    JAN 28

    How-to Get Your Best Smile Ever (and Mistakes to Avoid!) with Celebrity Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Michael Apa

    This week we are diving deep into the world of cosmetic dentistry and oral health with the most in-demand aesthetic dentist on the planet, Dr. Michael Apa. Listen in as Dr. Apa gives us a masterclass on how-to seriously level-up and love the appearance of your teeth – even if you’re on a budget. You’ll hear about: Veneers 101: Pros, cons, costs and what to ask during your very first consultation.Invisalign vs braces: Find out which one Dr. Apa would choose – and why.Red flags: Dr. Apa shares his “no-go” zones for Botox and how lip fillers and other cosmetic enhancements can impact cosmetic dentistry.“Ozempic teeth”: The impact that rapid weight loss can have on your face, and why you should wait to hit your "goal weight" before investing in a smile makeover.The never list: The three habits Dr. Apa personally avoids as a leading cosmetic dentist.Girl math: If veneers aren't in the budget, Dr. Apa reveals the two non-invasive treatments that offer the biggest “glow-up” for your smileFor 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!     Quince Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Don't wait. Go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too.  One Skin OneSkin’s OS-01 Peptide™ is proven to target the visible signs of aging, helping you unlock your healthiest skin now and as you age. For a limited time, get 15% off OneSkin with the code BREAKINGBEAUTY at https://www.oneskin.co/BREAKINGBEAUTY #oneskinpod.    Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.   Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!    Related episodes like this:  TikTok-Viral Purple Toothpaste, The Best Electric Toothbrush to Invest In and Teeth Whitening Tips With Oral Care Expert Dr. Laurence WalshThe Biggest Celebrity Transformations Decoded: A Deep Dive with Dana Omari-Harrell @IGFamousByDanaBoob Jobs The Ultimate Guide With ‘Natural Aesthetic’ Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Lara Devgan *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
  Produced by Dear Media Studio  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    59 min
  3. #DamnGood Special! Your Ultimate Beauty Sleep Guide 😴With Guest Editor Siff Haider

    JAN 21

    #DamnGood Special! Your Ultimate Beauty Sleep Guide 😴With Guest Editor Siff Haider

    This week we’re reuniting with Siff Haider - Arrae co-founder and fellow Dear Media podfam -  for a #DamnGood deep dive into the ultimate beauty sleep routine! What’s the perfect room temperature? How about the best calming skincare before bed? The pajamas that are *actually* comfortable and the robe that will make you feel like you’re staying at a 5-star hotel? All will be revealed! And in true podswap fashion, don’t miss your Breaking Beauty hosts over on Siff’s podcast, Dream Bigger, this week discussing 2026 beauty trends, where we stand on kids using skincare and much more.  Pssst - Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch this episode and our back catalog!  In this week’s episode you’ll hear about: Sleep hygiene: How warm is too hot? How cool is too cold? We debate the perfect temperature for optimal sleeping and the mattress to choose if you lean one way or the other.From an $18 K-beauty cleansing balm innovation to a splurge-y bath soak, we share our sleepy-time skincare musts.Wind-down routine: The nighttime ritual Siff swears by to drift off to La-la-land without a worry.To track or not to track? Siff’s review of the Oura ring and whether it’s worth the investment for sleep tracking.How Carlene’s C-Pap machine, HRT prescription and anti-depressants have impacted nighttime wake-ups and her energy by day. Magnesium vs. melatonin: Siff explains which sleep-inducing hero ingredient is featured in Arrae formulas – and the reason the other ingredient has lost favour.  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,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.  Sign up for our Substack here.    Related episodes like this:  Your Ultimate #DamnGood K-Beauty Shopping Guide is Here! Featuring Guest Host and Korean Skincare Expert Ava Lee AKA @GlowWithAva#DamnGood Special! The Best (And Worst?!) Beauty Innovations of All Time Featuring Guest Editor Brooke DeVard. Plus, Is Clarisonic Back?The #DamnGood Skincare Tools That are Actually Worth The Cheddar with Lauryn Bosstick aka The Skinny Confidential   PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!     Medik8 Introducing Medik8’s new Niacinamide Peptides Serum! It’s powered by 10% Niacinamide and this multi-active formula is clinically proven to deliver visibly clearer, smoother skin with pore reduction in 7 days. Visit Medik8.us and use code BREAKING20 to save 20% off your order!  Merit Beauty Merit is a minimalist beauty brand that makes elevated makeup and skincare designed to help you look put together in minutes. Right now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag with your first order at meritbeauty.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
  Produced by Dear Media Studio  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    54 min
  4. “I Could Do $1 Million in An Hour.” Makeup Artist, QVC Queen and Founder Laura Geller on Going Viral (Again) at 67

    JAN 14

    “I Could Do $1 Million in An Hour.” Makeup Artist, QVC Queen and Founder Laura Geller on Going Viral (Again) at 67

    Laura Geller, QVC Queen, legendary makeup artist to the stars and founder of her namesake brand, joins us in the studio! From her early days backstage on Broadway to her latest campaign partnering with Real Housewives of New Jersey star and winner of The Traitors Season 3, Dolores Catania, Laura is proving that Gen X beauty is the main event 2026.  Listen in as we dive into the backstory behind the famous Laura Geller Baked Balance-n-Brighten Foundation, her "scoop alert" on the brand’s upcoming celebrity collaborations and why she was one of the first founders to insist on using age-appropriate models when everyone else said it wasn't “aspirational.” You’ll discover: Going viral: How Laura Geller’s brand, founded in the 90s, became an Amazon #1 bestseller in 2026 (and had retailers like Sephora and Ulta come calling).Broadway secrets: Laura recalls working with Audrey Hepburn, and the no-fail lesson she learned for having stage makeup (and real life looks) last all day The concealer “exchange”: How-to choose the right concealer for “age spots” versus dark under eye circles – and why you should never blend right up to the lash line.Eyeliner for textured lids: Pro techniques to stop liquid liner from “skipping” on hooded eyes – and how-to upate an eyeliner look for 2026Framing the face: The “Big Three” areas (eyes, lips, cheeks) where we lose definition as we age and how to add “notice me” features back  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,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.   Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!    Related episodes like this:  Bobbi Brown Reveals Her Makeup Secrets & Career Tips: Jones Road Miracle Balm & "Still Bobbi" MemoirTimeless Makeup Secrets with Katey DennoPatrick Starrr Answers Your Most Googled Makeup Questions! PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!   TIMELINE Don’t let another year go by feeling less than your best. Grab 30% off your first month of Mitopure Gummies at timeline.com/beauty30 while the offer lasts! QUINCE Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Don't wait! Go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too!  *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
  Produced by Dear Media Studio  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    48 min
  5. The Brands, Ideas and Products set to Dominate in 2026. Plus: Buffy is Back! Sarah Michelle Gellar On Vamp Nails, Skincare Slays and More 90s Nostalgia

    JAN 7

    The Brands, Ideas and Products set to Dominate in 2026. Plus: Buffy is Back! Sarah Michelle Gellar On Vamp Nails, Skincare Slays and More 90s Nostalgia

    Happy New Year, podfam! In this week’s “State of the Union” episode, we dissect the beauty trends, ideas and brands we predict will dominate in the year ahead. Then, with news of a Buffy The Vampire reboot, stay tuned for a catch up with Sarah Michelle Gellar about 90s nostalgia, budget skincare and how she stays kick-butt ready. In this episode, you’ll hear:  Pajamas? Picture frames? Evening bags? Why beauty brands are all-in on stylish extras in 2026 – and where the expansion trend may come out thin.Meet “Patsumers” – the powerful group of beauty influencers said to dictate skincare purchases nextHow K-Beauty “ear seeding” spa treatments are making a DIY face-snatching debut in North AmericaOlympic-sized moves: why beauty-meets-sports is finally hitting the mainstream. Sarah Michelle Gellar’s 2.0! The original Vampire Slayer talks to us about her latest role as an Olay ambassador, fave fragrances borrowed from her daughter, best (and worst!) 90s beauty moments and… is there a Buffy reboot in the works?!  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,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.   Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!      Related episodes like this:  📺Watch on YouTube: Ashley Tisdale: New Haircare Line, Breast Explant Real Talk & Overcoming AnxietyTracee Ellis Ross Shares Her Skincare Secrets, Hair Truths and The One Thing No One Knows About HerKate Hudson’s Secrets To Glowing From The Inside Out PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!     Nutrafol Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand, trusted by over 1.5 million people.  See thicker, stronger, faster-growing hair with less shedding in just 3-6 months with Nutrafol. 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. Merit Right now, Merit Beauty is offering our listeners their Signature Makeup Bag with your first order at meritbeauty.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
  Produced by Dear Media Studio  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    50 min
  6. Stop Sabotaging Your Skin! The Dermatologist-Approved Healthy Skin Habits You Need to Start Now

    12/31/2025

    Stop Sabotaging Your Skin! The Dermatologist-Approved Healthy Skin Habits You Need to Start Now

    Healthy skin, this way! As we wrap up the year and head into 2026, we’re setting you up for your best skin success with board-certified dermatologist, and Neutrogena consulting dermatologist Dr. Julia Carroll. Dr. Carroll (who happens to be Carlene’s personal derm!) joins us to discuss the core philosophy of healthy skin, revealing the most effective habits we should be adopting now that we're officially in winter – and all year long.  Dr. Carroll shares the science behind skin barrier repair, dispelling myths about hydration, layering SPF like an expert and identifying the sneaky bad habits that might be secretly sabotaging your skin. You’ll learn: The #1 worst cold-weather ritual you absolutely must stop doing to avoid destroying your skin barrierThe gentle, derm-approved ingredient you should reach for when you've over-exfoliated and your skin is red and flakyThe reality of UV rays that penetrate your car and home windows and why your winter skin is exposed even when you're cozy insideThe lip balm trap: Find out which common ingredients could actually be making your chapped lips worse and encouraging another irritating bad habit.The simple hack for your home that helps your skin retain moisture without spending a dime on new face creams.Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302. Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!    For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/    Related episodes like this:  Derm Hot Takes! The Real Deal on Those Viral Hypochlorous Acid Skin Sprays, the Most Legit At-Home Skincare Devices and the Unsexy Vitamin C Serum You Need To Know About Now, According to Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Heather RogersA Derm Explains: The Science-Backed Ingredients That Will Help You Achieve Healthy-Looking Skin For Life, What’s Overhyped and Do Those Tiktok Skincare Hacks Actually Do Anything?Does Stress *Actually* Age Your Skin? Is Cortisol Face Real? Dermatologist, and Psychiatrist Dr. Amy Wechsler Thanks to this week’s show partners:  Neutrogena  Explore Neutrogena® products designed to support healthy, radiant skin in every season. You can find Neutrogena® products at major retailers like Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart, and Amazon.ca. For our friends in the US, visit neutrogena.com to learn more. Quince Quince has all of the epic essentials you need, for a fraction of the price.  Go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too!  Nutrafol Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand, trusted by over 1.5 million people. Give the gift of confidence this holiday season with Nutrafol. Whether you’re treating yourself or someone on your list, visibly healthier, thicker hair is the gift that keeps on giving. Right now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription plus free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and use promo code BREAKING. *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
  Produced by Dear Media Studio  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    45 min
  7. The Gift of Real Talk: Is Vitamin C Overrated? "Anec-data" and the Truth About $400 Luxury Serums With Dermatologist Dr. Aegean Chan

    12/24/2025

    The Gift of Real Talk: Is Vitamin C Overrated? "Anec-data" and the Truth About $400 Luxury Serums With Dermatologist Dr. Aegean Chan

    This week we welcome double board-certified dermatologist AND dermatopathologist, Dr. Aegean Chan to bridge the gap between medical dermatology and your daily skincare routine. Tapping her clinical expertise in medical dermatology, skin cancer and acne, we unwrap Dr. Chan’s professional insights on the skin barrier, sun protection, and why she believes we should be wary of "anec-data" especially when it comes to a $400 serum. In this week’s episode, we discuss:   How truly complex the skin barrier is (as she sees it under a microscope), and why it's the foundation of great skinHoliday break ready! Which sunscreen Dr. Chan personally buys in bulkTruth bombs about Vitamin C! Why Dr. Chan doesn’t think this hero ingredient is right for everyoneWhy she *doesn’t* think shopping for skincare based on a pH level is a necessary strategyWhat Dr. Chan makes of transdermal patches for skincare – are they the future of youthful skin?Plus: Should we rethink trending, in-office procedures like radiofrequency combined with microneedling per recent FDA guidelines?    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,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.   Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!    Related episodes like this:  Derm Hot Takes! The Real Deal on Those Viral Hypochlorous Acid Skin Sprays, the Most Legit At-Home Skincare Devices and the Unsexy Vitamin C Serum You Need To Know About NowAre You Applying Your Sunscreen the Right Way? Plus Myth-Busting Those Rage-Bait SPF Headlines, Tanning on Trial and More With Board-Certified Dermatologist Dr. Michelle HenryDr. 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??    PROMO CODES:  When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast!     Seed Get ahead of the New Year with a routine that helps you now by going to Seed.com/BEAUTY and use code BEAUTY to get 20% off your first month of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. Curology  Enjoy our limited-time holiday offer — a personalized prescription FREE with your subscription, all you pay is $5.45 shipping and handling! To claim this offer, go to curology.com/beauty to take Curology’s skin quiz! In just a few minutes, you’ll share your skin concerns and upload a few photos for a licensed dermatology provider, who will create a custom treatment plan tailored to your unique goals. Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information.   *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
  Produced by Dear Media Studio  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    46 min
  8. 2025 Beauty Year-in-Review: Best (and Worst!) Products, Viral Celeb Moments and the Creator Wars Taking Over the Group Chat

    12/17/2025

    2025 Beauty Year-in-Review: Best (and Worst!) Products, Viral Celeb Moments and the Creator Wars Taking Over the Group Chat

    In our 2025 Beauty Year in Review, we’re getting "spicy" about the industry’s biggest wins and flops. Listen in to hear all about the viral Guadalajara facelift taking over TikTok, the rise of cosmetic surgery transparency and the slice of good news impacting young women in beauty (finally!). As beauty conglomerates shift their focus, we break down why integrity is the new authenticity and how the "glam squad" is officially outshining the A-list celebrity brand. Plus, we celebrate Gen X beauty finally having its main character moment, all thanks to Carlene (we kid, we kid). You’ll hear about: Kylie Jenner’s momentous silicone implant reveal, Simone Biles’ blepharoplasty and why everyone is talking about the Guadalajara facelift lady in the "year of the Hollywood facelift." How the over-40 demographic is reclaiming the spotlight, both at retail and with a new wave of beauty creators.Why 2025 saw a shift toward expert-led lines like Hung Vanngo and Chris McMillan, and why hiring Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye (formerly of Ami Colé) was a genius credibility play for Skims Beauty.Product Placement on blast: Why "Nobody Wants This" & "All’s Fair" peeved off so many viewers in so little time.A candid look at the public call-outs taking over our group chats The "Integrity Deficit"- unpacking DEI backpedalling and what it means for Big Beauty.Get social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok,X, Threads. Join our private Facebook group. Or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.   Sign up for our Substack here. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel to watch our episodes!    Related episodes like this:  Lisa Eldridge Shares All Her Makeup Secrets! Jennifer Aniston's Hairstylist Chris McMillan: "The Rachel" Haircut, Best Hair Tips & His NEW LineWhy Blepharoplasty is Everywhere Right Now With Oculoplastic Surgeon Dr Babak Maleki 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!     Quince Find gifts so good you'll want to keep them with Quince. Go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too!  Seed Get ahead of the New Year with a routine that helps you now by going to Seed.com/BEAUTY and use code BEAUTY to get 20% off your first month of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. Curology Breaking Beauty listeners get an exclusive link to Curology’s limited-time holiday offer: a personalized prescription FREE with your subscription—all you pay is $5.45 shipping and handling! To claim your first bottle free, go to curology.com/beauty to take their skin quiz. Share your concerns and upload a few photos for a licensed dermatology provider, who will create a custom treatment plan tailored to your unique goals. Restrictions apply; see website for full details and safety information. Canopy  Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. And look for other Canopy products such as the Canopy Bath and Shower Filter. Even better, use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. Your skin will thank you!   *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
  Produced by Dear Media Studio  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    53 min
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Get ready with us! We’re Jill and Carlene, two longtime beauty editors who have seen it all and swatched it all, and now we’re here to tell you what’s good. Whether you’re searching for the latest insider-fave foundation, building a gimmick-free skincare routine, or interested in exploring culture through a beauty lens, tune in every Wednesday for epic guests like Makeup By Mario, Dr. Pimple Popper and Jonathan Van Ness (say what?!) Plus, don’t miss our monthly #DamnGood reviews of trending drugstore and spendy finds that are worth the $$$ – you’re glowing already!

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    Dear Media
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    Dear Media, Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
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    433
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