Podcast · 118 episodes
Breaking Beauty Podcast
by Dear Media, Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins · English
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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The #DamnGood Fall 2026 Products We Can't Stop Talking AboutFall 2026 beauty “Damn Good” launches and must-haves, focused on complexion, skincare, makeup, hair, plus a few lifestyle show-partner picks.30 Sep 2026 · 46 min
The Truth About Hormones and Your Skin—A Top Endocrinologist and Dermatologist ExplainHow hormones and hormone shifts (puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause/menopause) drive skin changes, what to test and when, and how to evaluate popular “TikTok” hacks and newer longevity/weight-loss…23 Sep 2026 · 1 h 2 min
The New SPF Filter Is Here! Plus: Decoding Mineral Sunscreen Labels & The Truth About Ultra Violette’s “Sunscreen Gate” with Co-Founder Ava MatthewsUltraviolet co-founder Ava Matthews discusses Ultraviolet’s new SPF filter arrival in the U.S., how to decode mineral sunscreen labels (including “chemical boosters”), and the background behind…16 Sep 2026 · 59 min
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The #DamnGood Fall 2026 Products We Can't Stop Talking AboutFall 2026 beauty “Damn Good” launches and must-haves, focused on complexion, skincare, makeup, hair, plus a few lifestyle show-partner picks.30 Sep 2026 · 46 min · 23 chapters
The Truth About Hormones and Your Skin—A Top Endocrinologist and Dermatologist ExplainHow hormones and hormone shifts (puberty, pregnancy, perimenopause/menopause) drive skin changes, what to test and when, and how to evaluate popular “TikTok” hacks and newer longevity/weight-loss…23 Sep 2026 · 1 h 2 min · 24 chapters
The New SPF Filter Is Here! Plus: Decoding Mineral Sunscreen Labels & The Truth About Ultra Violette’s “Sunscreen Gate” with Co-Founder Ava MatthewsUltraviolet co-founder Ava Matthews discusses Ultraviolet’s new SPF filter arrival in the U.S., how to decode mineral sunscreen labels (including “chemical boosters”), and the background behind…16 Sep 2026 · 59 min · 16 chapters
5000 Years of Glow: Decoding Ayurveda With Sahajan's Lisa Mattam and Practitioner Ananta Ripa AjmeraAyurveda as a 5,000-year-old Indian “science of life” focused on balance (body, mind, spirit, and five senses) and how it informs skincare and wellness routines.9 Sep 2026 · 56 min · 17 chapters
What Comes After “Clean” Beauty? Kat Burki on How-to Shop For Skincare Beyond What’s *Not* On the Ingredient ListKat Berki explains “clean” beauty’s limits and how to shop for skincare using microbiome/biochemistry principles—what to look for beyond ingredient “no’s,” including prebiotics vs probiotics,…2 Sep 2026 · 42 min · 17 chapters
Summer Empties (SPFs, Mascaras & Hair Masks!), Grey Blending Truths and Beauty Dupe Drama“Summer Empties” catch-up episode covering sunscreen and hair-mask favorites, gray-blending progress (and stress), beauty news including dupe drama, plus travel/tech and wellness mentions.26 Aug 2026 · 52 min · 22 chapters
7 Eye-Opening Skin Facts (and Myths) Only a Cell Biologist Can Tell YouCell-based skincare and “cell care” myths/truths—how UV drives DNA damage, senescence (“zombie cells”), collagen loss, and what to look for in peptides vs exosomes vs collagen claims; includes…19 Aug 2026 · 54 min · 18 chapters
2026 Beauty Haul of Fame! The Year’s Best Performing Foundations, Worth-It K-Beauty & The $10 Drugstore Hair Steal We Both AdoreBreaking Beauty’s “2026 Beauty Haul of Fame” roundup—best skincare, makeup, and hair products they kept in rotation, plus a few new picks.12 Aug 2026 · 51 min · 23 chapters
She's Helped to Create 200+ Products. Here’s What a Scientist Wants You to Know Before You Buy Your Next MoisturizerInterview with Pariva Beauty founder Smitha Rao on biotech skincare, longevity vs anti-aging, evaluating skincare claims, and what to look for when shopping.5 Aug 2026 · 43 min · 15 chapters
Stassi Schroeder Clark on “Marinating in Your Uglies,” GLP-1 Real Talk, and Her New Show, “House of Stassi”Stassi Schroeder-Klark discusses her return to reality TV with Hulu/Freeform’s House of Stassi, plus body image and beauty “marinating in your uglies,” her GLP-1 and cosmetic-treatment views, and the…29 Jul 2026 · 51 min · 20 chapters
#DamnGood Celeb Special! Kate Middleton, Selena Gomez & Pamela Anderson: The Unsponsored Holy Grail Beauty Products They Actually Use“Unsponsored” celebrity beauty products they actually use, framed as a counterpoint to undisclosed paid endorsements/product placements.22 Jul 2026 · 51 min · 17 chapters
Meet the "Foot Whisperer" Who Will Make You Rethink Regular Pedicures for GoodWaterless “medical pedicures” and what toenails can reveal about health; salon hygiene red flags; why viral cheese-grater files and baby foot peels can be risky; how to prevent ingrown nails and nail…15 Jul 2026 · 57 min · 24 chapters
Summer Skincare Hot Takes with Celebrity Esthetician Renée Rouleau: Why You Shouldn't Quit Retinol, The Truth About Face Mists & Why She Never Skips FoundationSummer skincare “hot takes” from celebrity esthetician Renée Rouleau—why summer stresses skin, how to prevent congestion, and her controversial advice to keep wearing foundation for sun protection;…8 Jul 2026 · 1 h · 25 chapters
7+ Ways to Elevate Your Everyday: “Scentscaping,” a Gwyneth-Approved Lip Balm and the Fragrance Trend to Skip with Curator-to-Know Cynthia SakaiBreaking Beauty interviews Cynthia Sakai, founder of Evolve Together, about elevating everyday routines through “scentscaping,” luxury clean personal care, and design-forward packaging.1 Jul 2026 · 48 min · 21 chapters
Best Prime Day Deals Under $30 USD — Your #DamnGood Shopping Cheat SheetPrime Day “Damn Goods” shopping cheat sheet focused on beauty and lifestyle picks under $30 USD, plus a few select higher-value deals.23 Jun 2026 · 48 min · 23 chapters
Buy Vs Skip! Your #DamnGood Summer 2026 Makeup Guide Featuring Guest Editor, Makeup Artist Nikki La RoseNikki LaRose guest-edits a “Buy vs Skip” summer 2026 makeup guide focused on humidity-proof, smudge-proof, long-wear makeup—especially foundation, blush, eyes, eyeliner, mascara, and long-wear lips.17 Jun 2026 · 1 h · 22 chapters
Miranda Kerr’s 2026 Reset: Her High-Tech Beauty Routine, 6-Minute Arm Sculpting and the “Baller” Reason Why She’s Not Launching Any New Skincare This YearMiranda Kerr discusses her “2026 reset” approach to beauty and fitness at 43—her current skincare routine, the tech/devices she uses, and why she’s not launching new Cora Organics products this year.10 Jun 2026 · 58 min · 23 chapters
The *New* Rules of Skin Brightening, Laser “Stacking” and Why Everyone is Freaking Out Over Xerf with Dermatologist Dr. Tia PaulDr. Tia Paul explains why Fitzpatrick skin typing is outdated, how to build a personalized “skin brightening” plan, and what to know about laser “stacking” and trending tightening tech ZERF (and…3 Jun 2026 · 1 h · 28 chapters
#DamnGood K-Beauty Special! What to Buy (And What to Skip) at the New Olive Young FlagshipBreaking Beauty’s “#DamnGood K-Beauty Special” shopping guide for Olive Young’s new North America launch, including what to buy/skip, top Korea bestsellers, TikTok trends, and what categories/brands…27 May 2026 · 50 min · 24 chapters
The Beauty Founder Giving Away His Fortune, “Looksmaxxing” Gone Too Far and the One Body Oil You Need This SummerA POV “beauty news” solo episode covering LA beauty experiences and industry headlines: brand-sponsored bachelorette trips (Swan Beauty AI mirror), Sephora’s Makeup by Mario “Beauty Hotline,”…20 May 2026 · 53 min · 15 chapters
17+ Unfiltered Skin Truths with Esthetician Joanna CzechSeasonal skincare “unfiltered truths,” including summer sun protection (UVA/UVB and heat), hyperpigmentation treatment depth, why skin conditions matter more than skin types, cleansing/pH basics, and…13 May 2026 · 1 h 1 min · 18 chapters
What Makes a Viral Perfume? Tips for Long-Lasting Scent, Perfume Layering and an In-Person, Custom Fragrance Atelier with The 7 Virtues’ Barb StegemannViral perfume creation and long-lasting “clean” scent; perfume layering; fragrance trends (gourmands, warm florals); and The 7 Virtues’ in-person custom Fragrance Atelier expansion.6 May 2026 · 57 min · 23 chapters
Solo Episode: The Devil Wears Lancôme? Movie Marketing Gone Wild, Jo Malone Zara Drama and Can Acne Ever be “Sexy”?Pop culture-meets-beauty news roundup and hot takes: celebrity/drugstore collaborations (Garnier + Giselle; Anua sunscreen + “K-pop Demon Hunter”); a Jo Malone vs Zara trademark lawsuit; heavy…29 Apr 2026 · 26 min · 12 chapters
#DamnGood Foundations Guide! Why Armani, NARS & Estée Lauder Re-Formulated (and Our New Faves to Buy ASAP)Breaking Beauty’s “#DamnGood” foundation roundup focused on 2025 reformulations and new complexion trends, especially (1) iconic foundation ingredient changes forcing re-formulas, (2) serum/hybrid…22 Apr 2026 · 58 min · 15 chapters