Breaking Beauty Podcast
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!
Episodes
Olympian Simone Biles recently opened up about it. Carlene has done it. And according to the latest polls, blepharoplasty is officially the #1 cosmetic surgery around the globe – surpassing liposuction, breast augmentation and even rhinoplasty.
To help us uncover everything to know about the latest eye opening procedures, we tapped Toronto-based Oculoplastic Surgeon and Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Dr. Babak Ma...
In this #DamnGood review episode, we’re testing the most viral products to hit our feeds this year. From a $6 drugstore cheek stain to celebrity launches and a $400 fragrance, we determine once and for all: are they really #DamnGood – or just hype?
But first, we have a PSA "phone-a-friend" in partnership with the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) to chat with toxicologist Dr. Kimberly Norman about the pot...
Santa, baby! We’re here to deliver the #damngood gifts of the season that the beauty lover on your list will *actually* want - no snoozefest presents in sight. Watch, and subscribe to this episode on YouTube!
You’ll hear about:
- The makeup musts we’re swooning over (a luxury blush trio, lip gloss “stacks,” and a palette fit for Celine Dion)
- A makeup-meets-indie jewellery collab that’s sure to spark conversation...
This week we’re joined by Dr. Amy Wechsler, the Co-founder & CEO of Spotless, NYC's first-ever walk-in acne clinic! Dr. Wechsler is a double-board certified physician in Dermatology and Psychiatry – one of only a handful in the entire country – giving her a rare understanding of how the mind-body connection directly affects the skin.
We get all of the scoop on her groundbreaking “blow dry bar for acne” clinic,...
Sharing a new series from one of our favorite podcasts: IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson. On IMO’s special series The Look, Michelle Obama opens up for the first time about her journey and legacy as a fashion icon– in and beyond the White House. Through a series of candid, intimate conversations with her longtime beauty collaborators, fashion insiders, and legendary women–including Jane Fonda, Nina...
Emily Wood is the answer to, “What comes next after clean beauty?” The makeup artist’s viral, on-the-go, freestyle bold makeup videos (no mirror required!) that you simply can’t scroll past.
The UK-born artist is undoubtedly a creative force to watch in 2026 and beyond (ELLE UK just anointed Emily as one of the game-changing women changing the industry) and her editorial work has been featured in Grazia and ...
If you’ve ever felt like your blackheads have permanently landed, or that your pores are starting to sag, today’s episode is for you. This uninterrupted bonus conversation is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Curology and we're diving deep into the most common pore mysteries with Dr. Whitney Tolpinrud, MD, FAAD, Board Certified Dermatologist and Medical Director at Curology.
Listen in as Dr. Tolpin...
Ever wondered how the stars manage those incredible, voluminous hair transformations? Trust us, they didn’t wake up that way. This week, we're diving deep into the art of hair extensions with one of the best in the biz, Celebrity Hairstylist Lacy Redway. Lacy's signature, sculptural looks have graced the covers of Vogue and New York magazine on talents like Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka, and her creative skills have been ta...
Just in time for the Sephora Savings Event (October 31st - November 10th), we’re sitting down with finance‑savvy beauty creator Rachel Wiseman — the brain behind the viral “Beauty Math” series — to decode the real cost of beauty products and the smartest ways to shop the season. Listen in to discover why beauty math literacy matters and how it can prevent you from feeling like you “got robbed” whenever you leave the store.
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This week we are thrilled to welcome Selena Gomez's makeup artist Hung Vanngo! Hung is best-known as the glam guru creating elevated, flawless and snatched looks for starlets like Julianne Moore, Scarlett Johansson and Laura Harrier. Tune in as the newly-minted brand founder shares all of his next-level eye makeup secrets.
But first, we hear first hand about Hung’s personal journey from refugee camp to in-demand T...
This week’s uninterrupted conversation is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Aveeno. This week, we’re sitting down with top dermatologist Dr. Kim Blakely, who’s here to explain her tried-and-true methods for getting your healthiest skin for the fall and winter months. Dr. Blakely explains what’s really happening when your barrier is compromised, which everyday habits make the cracks in your skin even worse, ...
“Life of a Showgirl” fall is here! This week, we’re diving into the ultimate Taylor Swift-inspired beauty lineup – think glitter freckles suitable for a Showgirl’s dressing table, creamy woods-inspired fragrances and opalescent shine – in celebration of the mogul’s latest album. From the fragrances we’re obsessing over to the cult beauty products Taylor actually reaches for herself, this episode is your VIP pass to everyth...
This uninterrupted episode is brought to you in partnership with our friends at Timeline. Meet Timeline Chief Brand Officer Jaimee Holmes, whose resume reads like a wish list of dream gigs, with prior roles at Benefit, Ole Henriksen, Too Faced, Marc Jacobs Beauty and Goop.
Today, Jaimee tells us everything there is to know about the Swiss biotech company she’s proud to lead into the next era in longevity science. ...
A new retinoid ointment is here! In this week’s *exclusive* episode, Carlene leaps into the founder role with the launch of her debut skincare brand, Cassatt Beauty. Listen in as Jill interviews Carlene about the making of Cassatt “La Pommade” Retinoid Skin Ointment - a modern, barrier-supporting update on a French pharmacy classic. From the science behind the low-and-slow retinoid “bio-ointment” to the realities of b...
Bobbi Brown’s juicy memoir, “Still Bobbi” (September 2025), is hot off the press and today, the legendary makeup artist mogul is opening up like never before. From selling her namesake brand to Estée Lauder (that went on to be a billion-dollar empire!) to launching her scrappy second act - the wildly successful Jones Road juggernaut, Bobbi shares her hard-earned career highs, toughest personal lessons and little known beau...
Fall is almost officially here, and we’re breaking down the season’s must-have beauty products and viral trends – from “toasty” eyeshadow palettes and a soft matte makeup revival to luxe “skin-silking” serums. Plus, our takes on the latest celebrity beauty launches and stay tuned to the end to hear about a $4.99 mascara that we both rate, and a rock-bottom budget acne find from The Ordinary.
You’ll learn about:
- The e...
Lisa Eldridge MBE isn’t just a makeup artist – she’s a living legend in the beauty world. With over 2 million loyal YouTube subscribers, Lisa helped pioneer the digital beauty space before TikTok was even a thing. She’s painted the faces of Kate Winslet, Dua Lipa and Keira Knightley and worked on campaigns for Chanel, Lancôme, and Shiseido before launching her own eponymous makeup brand.
In this episode, Lisa shares t...
This week we’re joined by celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos — the man behind the biggest red carpet hair transformations for Gigi Hadid, Kourtney Kardashian, Amal Clooney, and more. Live from Los Angeles, with support from our friends at Moroccanoil, Dimitris breaks down the Top 5 Hair Trends for Fall 2025 — from the most viral bob haircut of the season to the exact hair color formulas dominating Pinterest boards ri...
This week, we welcome esthetician Gina Mari Jensen, named “Top Celebrity Facialist in Los Angeles” by Allure Magazine and one of the best “Red Carpet Facialists” by Violet Grey. Tune in as the bonafide skin expert (and former ballet dancer and stunt person) gets nerdy with us all about skin, just in time for fall.
You’ll hear about:
- Why the career esthetician is a fan of “wet” skin treatments
- The...
We’re back with another #DamnGood update! This time we’re saluting more products that are so top-shelf worthy that they’re earning a spot in our Breaking Beauty Haul of Fame.
You’ll hear about:
- Which new expert-led brands are living up to the hype, according to us (and don’t miss updates on Carlene’s upcoming beauty brand! Subscribe to her Substack for more)
- The beloved products we had to bid a...
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