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Breaking Beauty Podcast

Breaking Beauty Podcast

By: Dear Media Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins
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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!© 463267 Art Decorative Arts & Design Social Sciences
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  • Before Beef Tallow, There Was Sheep-Derived Lanolin. Everything To Know About The Lowkey Skincare Ingredient Adored By Margot Robbie, Ancient Egyptians – and Us

    Before Beef Tallow, There Was Sheep-Derived Lanolin. Everything To Know About The Lowkey Skincare Ingredient Adored By Margot Robbie, Ancient Egyptians – and Us
    Jun 25 2025
    Dry lips be gone! In partnership with our friends at Lano, we’re sitting down with Kirsten Carriol, founder of Lano, the Australian skincare brand known for its beauty editor darling “Lanolips” and what could very well be “The Best Lip Balm On Earth.” A glistening byproduct of sheep-shearing, lanolin has been favoured by the ancient Egyptians, celebrities like Margot Robbie, and us.Tune in to hear about: What Lano’s founder learned about lanolin’s skin compatibility while growing up on her grandparents' sheep farm in South Australia – supported by molecular studies learned from Kirsten’s father, a DNA scientistWhich skin types can benefit from lanolin most, and who should avoidIs lanolin an allergen? The case for not throwing out the proverbial baby with the bathwaterHow Kirsten managed to marry lanolin with SPF for the juicy new Sun Balm SPF 30 Tropical Lip Balm launched this summer – 16 years in the makingStay tuned to the end to hear about more best beauty imports that Kirsten recommends from the land down under 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 For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ Related episodes like this: 📺Watch on YouTube: Are 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 HenryThe Ultimate Lazy/Buzy Girls’ Guide to Great Summer Skin with Esthetician Cynthia Rivas 📺Watch on YouTube: Skincare products to Save and Splurge on According to Celebrity Esthetician Candace MarinoPROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! LanoCheck out the new Lano Sun Balm SPF 30 Tropical Lip Balm! Use code BEAUTY at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. Only redeemable at lanolips.com. Discount automatically applied at checkout. One time use only. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. **Discount code valid from June 23rd until 11:59 PM on Thursday 31st July 2025.NutrafolThis summer, stop worrying about your hair and start making memories. 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.MaraExclusively for Breaking Beauty listeners, MARA is offering 20% off the entire MARA website with the code BREAKINGBEAUTY.QuinceGive your summer closet an upgrade with Quince. Go to Quince.com/breakingbeauty for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns.BoulevardRight now, Boulevard is offering new customers 10% off your first year subscription when you go to join JOINBLVD.com/BEAUTY and book a demo. *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
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  • Loading ⏳Our #DamnGood Hot Girl Summer 2025 Faves. Plus! SPF “Doping” On Blast

    Loading ⏳Our #DamnGood Hot Girl Summer 2025 Faves. Plus! SPF “Doping” On Blast
    Jun 18 2025
    It’s almost officially summer, so this week we’re sharing our thoughts on the new beauty launches coming in hot ☀️Is Mikayla Makeup’s skincare line, POV Beauty, legit? How many lip glosses, balms and oils are too many - does the limit exist?! Plus Do you prefer mineral sunscreens? Listen to our PSA about why some sunscreens *might* be duping you.Tune in to hear about:With skincare “milks” trending, a look at Mikayla Makeup’s POV BeautyDior’s luxe lippie - perfect sidekick to your Labubu Buh-bye nude: pop colour lips and cheeks are back!A genius reinvention of a French pharmacy cult classic that we’ll be slicking on from head-to-toe A grown-up take on the decadent fragrance mist trendWhat is SPF “doping”? And why mineral sunscreen users might be paying the price (Article by The Sunscreen Company here) What happened to Pride month? The beauty crusade that brands forgot this yearPssst! - Final call to RSVP for our live event with dermatologist, #skinfluencer and skin nerd, Dr. Shereene Idriss coming up in Toronto on June 20th! 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: M.A.C Cosmetics Co-Founder Frank ToskanMikayla Makeup Returns!Meghan Markle’s Makeup Artist Daniel Martin Reveals What He Used On Her Wedding Day PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Mara Exclusively for Breaking Beauty listeners, MARA is offering 20% off the entire MARA website with the code BREAKINGBEAUTY. QuinceGive your summer closet an upgrade with Quince. Go to Quince.com/breakingbeauty for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns.Beam KidsNow's the perfect time to try Beam’s new Chocolate Chip Cookie flavor that tastes like dessert and works like a multivitamin. For a limited time, you can get up to 35% off plus 2 FREE gifts when you go to shopbeam.com/BEAUTY and use code BEAUTY at checkout. *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.
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  • Are You Self-Tanning The Right Way? With Khloe Kardashian’s Self-Tan Guru, Sunkissed by Jenni

    Are You Self-Tanning The Right Way? With Khloe Kardashian’s Self-Tan Guru, Sunkissed by Jenni
    Jun 11 2025
    Glow, baby, glow! This week we’re welcoming one of LA’s most in-demand sunless tanning gurus, Jenni Blafer (AKA Sunkissed by Jenni!) to share the secrets behind acing a Hollywood-worthy glow. Tune in to hear about:The skincare “homework” that’s key to getting the most even toneThe exact application method that nixes streaks and blotchy bits The one tool that Jenni recommends to ace a faux tan on your back (no friend required!)How-to make your self-tan last longer The one, transfer-proof secret she swears by so that no dress gets ruinedWhat to do if you have an “oops!” moment Pssst! - You’re invited! Click here to RSVP for our live event with dermatologist, #skinfluencer and skin nerd, Dr. Shereene Idriss coming up in Toronto on June 20th! 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: Self-Tanning and Self-Love with Isle of Paradise Founder Jules Von Hep📺Watch on YouTube: Are 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 Henry📺Watch on YouTube: Hot Weather Makeup Tips With Emma Stone's Makeup Artist Rachel Goodwin PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! NutrafolThis summer, stop worrying about your hair and start making memories. 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.VegamourTired of dealing with shedding and thinning? Take back control of your hair with Vegamour. For a limited time, go to Vegamour.com/beauty and use code BEAUTY to get 20% off your first order. Strivectin Discover the science behind great skin with Strivectin. Plump and smooth like a pro with the NEW Peptide Plump™ Collagen Cushion Cream from StriVectin. Lead x L’Oréal Lead, created by Rolfs Global Institute and powered by L’Oréal USA, is an award-winning, first of its kind educational program that provides accelerated pathways to higher education for beauty professionals. Learn more about this bachelor of science degree in beauty and wellness by visiting LeadInstitute.Degree.*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.
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