Breaking Beauty Podcast

The high-heel flip flop trend, Chanel’s demi-shoes and Louboutin’s viral “Banana Peel” heels means that our feet and nails are commanding a LOT of attention these days. And we know that the whole natural-nail manicure movement is gaining steam — what if our natural toenails could transform to bright, white and polish-free too?  

In pursuit of our smoothest feet and brightest toenails yet, this...

Renée Rouleau (the celebrity esthetician that A-listers like Sabrina Carpenter and Lisa Rinna trust for glowing skin) is back with major hot takes on summer skin — and what you thought you knew about humidity-proofing your routine.

Find out why Renée says “hydrating” facial mists are actually a no-no, why she’ll choose a full-coverage foundation over a tinted moisturizer any day of summer, how to fix “c...

This week we get a masterclass in levelling up everyday essentials with Cynthia Sakai — founder of the impeccably designed beauty and lifestyle brand, evolvetogether. Cynthia's a former fashion entrepreneur and 2014 CFDA inductee who previously founded the jewellery line Vita Fede. Now, she's consciously created evolvetogether — a Gwyneth-approved brand that has Business of Fashion asking “Is evolvetogether the ne...

It’s happening! With Amazon Prime Days kicking off in June for the first time ever, we’re serving up our ultimate #DamnGoods best beauty deals — to help you build your shopping cart just like a beauty editor. The best part? *Almost* everything is under $30 USD! (Aside from a few high-tech devices with mega savings, that deserve a shout out, too.)

Listen in as we deliver the inside scoop on major brand launches from...

Nikki La Rose is our #DamnGood guest editor this week! The pro makeup artist, best known to her 500,000+ YouTube subscribers for serving up straight-shooting reviews, joins us to break down what to buy–and what to skip–this summer. 

Listen in as Nikki helps us break down the summer makeup that actually survives heat and humidity, from the best long-wear blush that goes the distance for special occasions to the long-...

Miranda Kerr returns! The former Victoria’s Secret model, mother of four and KORA Organics founder is here to chat about navigating beauty and business in her 40s, from her evolved skincare routine and how she preps for the MET Gala red carpet to the high tech wellness gadgets that are really worth the money.

Tune in as Miranda opens up about her personal style and wellness philosophy in 2026, including the real reason why she...

What if your best skin ever had nothing to do with Botox, fillers or even fancy skincare? This week we welcome Dr. Tia Paul, a Harvard- and MIT-trained, board-certified dermatologist—and major skin laser aficionado. As the founder of Balanced Skin Dermatology and Aesthetics in Newport Beach, California, Dr. Paul treats everything from acne, hyperpigmentation, eczema and psoriasis to skin cancer and she has earned over 400K fo...

The #DamnGood K-beauty revolution is officially landing in North America! This week, we’re going deep into the highly anticipated US arrival of Korea’s mega beauty retailer, Olive Young with its first outpost in Los Angeles. From the massive grand opening in Pasadena to our curated edit of the best-selling products you need to add to your online cart, this is your ultimate guide to navigating the highly-anticipated K-be...

This week we’re back in the studio to have a proper catch up and to make sense of the recent beauty headlines! Everything from an unexpected “holy” pivot for a beauty brand founder to the sponcon wedding boom.    

Tune in as we discuss: 

• Is it tacky or genius to have your entire bachelorette trip sponsored by a beauty brand — 747 private jet and all? We break it down. 
• Sephora&...

Joanna Czech believes that three minutes of sun exposure a day is good for your skin - say what?! The celebrity facialist with more than four decades of experience (her client roster includes everyone from Anna Wintour, Kim Kardashian and Hailey Bieber) also thinks you should incorporate vitamin A “training” before any skin treatments and/or plastic surgery. Plus, are exosomes just a trend? 

This week we’re we...

Barb Stegemann is back to inspire us once more, just in time for Mother’s Day! Also known as the “Philosopher Queen,” Barb is a longtime friend of our show and a complete force to be reckoned with in the beauty business. 

Barb launched The 7 Virtues fragrance brand out of her garage in Halifax, Nova Scotia on International Women’s Day back in 2010, after her best friend, Capt. Trevor Greene, was wounded ...

Alix Earle! Jo Malone! Gisele! We’re diving into the headlines that have the beauty world buzzing in our first catch-up episode since January. From the envelope-pushing product marketing for “The Devil Wears Prada 2” to the latest beauty lawsuit, we are breaking down the hot takes that you have been waiting for.

Plus! We found a new book for your French pharmacy obsession, a totally accessible luxury-meets-skincare...

It’s 2026 and everyone’s asking: why has my Holy Grail foundation been reformulated?! We’re explaining the reason behind the industry-wide shakeup this week. From a  $16.99 drugstore dupe to a luxury splurge at $145 — we’re uncovering what’s #DamnGood now in the next-gen foundation landscape. 

What you’ll learn in this episode: 

• Why major foundation brands — including...

Lucy Haleis here to share all of her skin secrets! In this special live BONUS episode recorded in partnership with Shiseido Talks, we dive deep into the world of J-Beauty with the“Pretty Little Liars” star, alongside the internet’s favourite board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Jenny Liu aka @derm.talk on Instagram.

From embracing Japanese-inspired self-care principles to unveiling the new Shiseido Benefiance collect...

Erica Taylor, the makeup artist behind some of the most-watched viral beauty videos on the internet is here! With over four million combined followers, 30-plus years of professional experience, and a debut book coming out April 21 (“The Magic of Makeup: Your Handbook for a Youthful, Radiant Look” — with a blurb from Makeup by Mario himself!) Erica is sharing her best makeup tips, straight to our ears.

From Erica&rs...

Is the “medical tourism” hype real? This week, we’re chatting with Los Angeles-based aesthetic expert and host of “Mirror, Mirror” podcast, Amy Chang. Amy is pulling back the curtain on the 2026 K-beauty boom, from Seoul’s high-tech clinics to the “Botox disaster” that changed her face — and her philosophy on injectables today.

Listen in as we dive into the science of exosome ser...

Happy Monday friends! Live from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) annual meeting in Denver, Colorado, we are reporting straight from *the* premier gathering of experts and industry (close to 20,000 professionals!) to share what’s next in dermatology — from skincare to aesthetic treatments to the latest research in hair health and much, much more.  

And to help us navigate the trends is Dr. Heather Woole...

Body confidence advocate Sarah Nicole Landry (@TheBirdsPapaya) returns! In a special live episode sponsored by Suave, the podcast host, mom of four and newly minted CAFA Digital Fashion Creator nominee is here to chat about why she turned down her last nomination, life at “The Traitors Canada” season three manor, saying “yes” to life and why we are so done with self-care sticker shock. Don’t forget you...

Can oily skin achieve a perfectly “dewy” glow? This week we’re re-visiting all of the rules that you thought you knew about makeup with veteran makeup artist and friend of the show, Lori Taylor Davis. Lori has helped shape Smashbox’s artistry and product development for more than two decades, counting celebrities like Sandra Bullock and Paris Hilton as past clients. Tune in as we tune up your spring makeup r...