Happy New Year! We’re kicking off 2025 with an ode to facialists, as we put esthetician-developed skincare lines to the test. Listen in to find out which formulas really work - from the best hyperpigmentation serums to acne-busting treatments, at-home resurfacing peels and more.
Tune in to hear about:
The made-in-Korea Vitamin C serum designed by ”Paris’ Most-Wanted Facialist,” whose clients include Caroline de Maigret and Lou DoillonStraight from the UK, a cashmere-like SPF favoured by Victoria BeckhamThe skincare “polish” reboot developed by a Gen Z esthetician/influencer with over one million followersThe Sabrina-Carpenter-approved gentle exfoliating mask that’s like a shot of espresso for our face, ha!A glycolic-acid based cleanser that Hollywood celebs have relied on to keep skin clear since 1994 (including Kendall Jenner, most recently)The $$$ sheet mask developed by Queen of Estheticians, Joanna Czech
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Replay! The go-to makeup artist to Beyonce, Sir John is the legend responsible for some of her most iconic beauty looks, including her historical Vogue cover and showstopping Bey-chella performance. Today, the Creative Director at Killian is spilling all of his base-perfecting secrets, from how-to avoid patchy, separating foundation, why he isn’t a fan of “baking” and he reveals which foundations he *personally* stocks in his makeup kit.
Plus, you’ll discover:
Sir John’s fave skincare products to prep skin before foundation - whether you’re oily or dryThe key to unlocking the best performance from your foundation brushes (it’s all about those fluffy shapes, baby!)His number one, surprising tool for lifting excess oil from your faceThe drugstore foundation shopping tip we didn’t know we neededGet social with us and let us know what you think of the episode! Find us on Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter. Join our private Facebook group, or give us a call and leave us a voicemail at 1-844-227-0302.
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Live from NYC, it’s our very first *live* podcast! Direct from the buzzing, beautiful and chestnut-walled Jenny Bird pop-up shop in NoLita, welcome to our fireside chat with Jenny Bird, the creative force, CEO and founder of the eponymous jewelry and lifestyle brand, Jenny Bird, and the founder of clean beauty brand, Saie, Laney Crowell.
Listen in as these two powerhouse thought leaders share their secrets to creating aspirational, ageless and sustainable brands, dealing with dupe culture and finding balance as busy moms and super-entrepreneurs in the process.
Plus, we discuss:
Holiday dressing – the creative new way to update your LBD for a totally fresh spin this yearThe piercing-free way to rock ear cuffs this seasonThe crowd-pleasing gifts topping the tastemakers’ shopping lists The top three beauty essentials that Jenny and Laney find make the most difference in their personal beauty routines What the founders are most looking forward to for 2025A special thanks to Jenny Bird who hosted us at the brand’s first-ever retail location, The Shop in New York at 21 Spring Street. The Shop is open until December 22, 2024 so there’s still time to come and check it out in person, and of course you can always shop online at jenny-bird.com. And thank you to our audience who turned up in person – it was the best holiday gift ever meeting all of you!
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This week, we’re sharing the lore behind a sleeper hit brand that keeps going viral for its affordable, effective skincare, Indeed Labs. Sit in as Co-founder, President and CEO, Dimitra Davidson reflects on 15 years in the biz, taking us back to where it all began, with the late Brandon Truaxe, before an incident that would lead to his departure, and his own entrepreneurial journey with Deciem and The Ordinary.
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This week's uninterrupted bonus episode is brought to you in partnership with First Aid Beauty. Barrier-boosting szn is here and the sensitive skin girlies are gathering to share our secrets for maintaining peak skin barrier health all winter long.
Joining us is First Aid Beauty Global Brand Educator, Jenna Haley, who struggled with rosacea and eczema since childhood before learning to manage her routine successfully as a beauty insider at Estée Lauder and Birchbox before landing at sensitive skin authority, FAB.
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Liv Perez is a style aficionado, content creator and host of the chart-topping style podcast Let’s Get Dressed. Known for her impeccable taste, Liv is also a style contributor to NBC’s Today Show and a regular in the front row at fashion weeks around the world.
This week, Liv is coaching us on how-to build the perfect capsule wardrobe in 2025 – the shoes, the bag, the jeans – expertly blending her signature, high/low mix. Plus, we find out what’s on Liv’s top shelf, everything from her 365-day signature manicure shade to the brow product she never leaves home without.
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Tune in to hear us on Let’s Get Dressed podcast on Monday, December 9th when we’ll be chatting about our favourite people, products and moments in beauty this year, and what we’re looking forward to most in 2025
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Consider this episode your beauty version of #SpotifyWrapped: All of the top products that we used till the very last drop in 2024. From an investment-worthy, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon-developed skincare line that’s got Jill hooked (psst, now on sale for 20% off!) to a hard water-neutralizing drugstore conditioner, tune in to find out how to shop our *personal* faves just in time to scoop up the best Black Friday beauty deals.
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