This week we welcome double board-certified dermatologist AND dermatopathologist, Dr. Aegean Chan to bridge the gap between medical dermatology and your daily skincare routine. Tapping her clinical expertise in medical dermatology, skin cancer and acne, we unwrap Dr. Chan’s professional insights on the skin barrier, sun protection, and why she believes we should be wary of "anec-data" especially when it comes to a $400 serum.

In this week’s episode, we discuss:  

• How truly complex the skin barrier is (as she sees it under a microscope), and why it's the foundation of great skin
• Holiday break ready! Which sunscreen Dr. Chan personally buys in bulk
• Truth bombs about Vitamin C! Why Dr. Chan doesn’t think this hero ingredient is right for everyone
• Why she *doesn’t* think shopping for skincare based on a pH level is a necessary strategy
• What Dr. Chan makes of transdermal patches for skincare – are they the future of youthful skin?
• Plus: Should we rethink trending, in-office procedures like radiofrequency combined with microneedling per recent FDA guidelines?  

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ 

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• Derm Hot Takes! The Real Deal on Those Viral Hypochlorous Acid Skin Sprays, the Most Legit At-Home Skincare Devices and the Unsexy Vitamin C Serum You Need To Know About Now
• 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
• Dr. Muneeb Shah aka @DermDoctor On Starter Skincare Routines For Aging Skin, The New Accutane-Alternative For Acne and Should You Mix Your Rx Retinol With Drugstore Moisturizer??

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Seed

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Curology 

Enjoy our limited-time holiday offer — a personalized prescription FREE with your subscription, all you pay is $5.45 shipping and handling! To claim this offer, go to curology.com/beauty to take Curology’s skin quiz! In just a few minutes, you’ll share your skin concerns and upload a few photos for a licensed dermatology provider, who will create a custom treatment plan tailored to your unique goals. Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information.

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In our 2025 Beauty Year in Review, we’re getting "spicy" about the industry’s biggest wins and flops. Listen in to hear all about the viral Guadalajara facelift taking over TikTok, the rise of cosmetic surgery transparency and the slice of good news impacting young women in beauty (finally!).

As beauty conglomerates shift their focus, we break down why integrity is the new authenticity and how the "glam squad" is officially outshining the A-list celebrity brand. Plus, we celebrate Gen X beauty finally having its main character moment, all thanks to Carlene (we kid, we kid).

You’ll hear about:

• Kylie Jenner’s momentous silicone implant reveal, Simone Biles’ blepharoplasty and why everyone is talking about the Guadalajara facelift lady in the "year of the Hollywood facelift." 
• How the over-40 demographic is reclaiming the spotlight, both at retail and with a new wave of beauty creators.
• Why 2025 saw a shift toward expert-led lines like Hung Vanngo and Chris McMillan, and why hiring Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye (formerly of Ami Colé) was a genius credibility play for Skims Beauty.
• Product Placement on blast: Why "Nobody Wants This" & "All’s Fair" peeved off so many viewers in so little time.
• A candid look at the public call-outs taking over our group chats 
• The "Integrity Deficit"- unpacking DEI backpedalling and what it means for Big Beauty.

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Quince

Find gifts so good you'll want to keep them with Quince. Go to Quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! 

Seed

Get ahead of the New Year with a routine that helps you now by going to Seed.com/BEAUTY and use code BEAUTY to get 20% off your first month of Seed’s DS-01® Daily Synbiotic.

Curology

Breaking Beauty listeners get an exclusive link to Curology’s limited-time holiday offer: a personalized prescription FREE with your subscription—all you pay is $5.45 shipping and handling! To claim your first bottle free, go to curology.com/beauty to take their skin quiz. Share your concerns and upload a few photos for a licensed dermatology provider, who will create a custom treatment plan tailored to your unique goals. Restrictions apply; see website for full details and safety information.

Canopy 

Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. And look for other Canopy products such as the Canopy Bath and Shower Filter. Even better, use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. Your skin will thank you!

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Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 

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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 Maleki, who Carlene trusted with her own ptosis correction and upper eyelid blepharoplasty. 

Tune in to hear about:

• What exactly is blepharoplasty, and who is a good candidate? 
• Bleph 101: How much you can reasonably expect to pay for a blepharoplasty, how much time to set aside for recovery, scar care and how long results last.
• Don’t sign on the dotted line without asking your surgeon this #1 question at the consultation stage.
• What happens when bleph goes too far, like some “surprised” celeb faces we’ve seen this year. Is there an “undo” button? 
• Why Carlene required *two* surgeries, and how she feels about the experience now.
• Why Dr. Maleki is banking on “micro-fast” transfer for the future of fixing undereye hollows. 
• For the surgery shy, the in-office, non-invasive treatments that Dr. Maleki recommends to keep eyes looking fresh (including his fave eye cream!)

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ 

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Curology 

Breaking Beauty listeners get an exclusive link to Curology’s limited-time holiday offer — a personalized prescription FREE with your subscription, all you pay is $5.45 shipping and handling! To claim this offer, go to curology.com/beauty to take Curology’s skin quiz! In just a few minutes, you’ll share your skin concerns and upload a few photos for a licensed dermatology provider, who will create a custom treatment plan tailored to your unique goals. Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information.

Nutrafol

Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand, trusted by over 1.5 million people. Give the gift of confidence this holiday season with Nutrafol. Whether you’re treating yourself or someone on your list, visibly healthier, thicker hair is the gift that keeps on giving. Right now, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription plus free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and use promo code BREAKING. 

Canopy

Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. And look for other Canopy products such as the Canopy Bath and Shower Filter. Even better, use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. Your skin will thank you!

Laundry Sauce

Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire Laundry Sauce order with code BEAUTY at https://laundrysauce.com/BEAUTY  #laundrysaucepod 

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Hosts: Carlene Higgins and Jill Dunn 

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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 potential risks associated with counterfeit beauty products. 

We break down:

• Our honest review of the Natasha Denona Hy-Glam Hydrating Serum Foundation – is this actually the best foundation of the year? Plus, our take on the Tarte CC Under Eye Corrector. 
• The truth about Mikayla Makeup’s POV Beauty Lip Ampoule & AMP Kit. We test the longevity, texture, and why this launch has been so polarizing on TikTok.
• $6 Dupe vs. Designer: The viral ELF Sheer For It Blush Tint is the affordable dupe for Benefit Benetint – we compare the wear, pigment, and application tips.
• Primer showdown! Reviews of the Maybelline Poreless Jelly Primer and the viral hit Grown Alchemist Primer (millions of views!).
• Primo supremo? Does the Dua Lipa Augustinus Bader Ula line live up to the hype? Plus, our take on the esthetician-beloved Ziip Dot Nano-current Acne Device 
• Fragrance fever? Carlene tries out the highly sought-after (and highly priced) white floral scent Parfums de Marly Valaya Exclusif.

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Medik8

Medik8’s new Advanced Pro-Collagen+ Peptide Cream is an anti-wrinkle moisturizer clinically proven to visibly improve skin firmness, elasticity and reduce the appearance of deep-set wrinkles. Visit Medik8.us and use code BREAKING20 to save 20% off your order.

Qualia

Experience the most trusted magnesium for purity, potency, and performance. Magnesium, multiplied. 10 forms for total support. Plus it’s non-GMO, vegan and gluten-free, making it a choice you can feel good about. Go to Qualialife.com/BEAUTY for 50% off. And here’s a bonus, use the code BEAUTY for an additional 15% off your order. 

Canopy

Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. And look for other Canopy products such as the Canopy Bath and Shower Filter.  Even better, use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. Your skin will thank you! 

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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 at any holiday party 
• A chic AF bar soap gift set that’s giving us major flashbacks to a coveted childhood stocking stuffer
• The high quality hair clips that not only hold up the thickest hair, but that are also the hottest style accessory of the season 
• A French-girl approved advent calendar that doesn’t skimp out on beauty goodies
• A limited edition version of a 100-year old fragrance that’s been updated for the vanilla lover on your list! (And the insider tip for how you can personalize it.) 
• One of the most-searched for beauty gifts of the season, revealed (this one might surprise you!)

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Canopy

Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. And look for other Canopy products such as the Canopy Bath and Shower Filter.  Even better, use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. Your skin will thank you! 

Medik8

Medik8’s 30% off Black Friday Sale is happening now through Tuesday, December 2nd, no coupon code needed. Visit Medik8.us — that’s M-E-D-I-K-8 dot U-S — and save 30% on age-defying skincare! And if you’re listening to this after Medik8's Black Friday Sale, don't worry we got you! Use code BREAKING20 to save 20% off your order! 

Kana Company

Kana Company is a Black-owned shapewear and boob tape brand built to help women look and feel confident in any outfit. Visit KanaCompany.co and use code BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. 

Laundry Sauce

This holiday season, turn your routine into a ritual with Laundry Sauce.  Get Up to 40% Off Your entire order at https://laundrysauce.com/BEAUTY. Don’t miss their Biggest Sale of the Year! #laundrysaucepod

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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, along with details on her holistic approach to treating acne. Plus, the good doctor, who penned the book “The Mind-Beauty Connection,” gives us the clinical facts on how your mind and your skin are fundamentally connected – and what to do if your stress is showing up on your face.

You’ll discover:

• “Cortisol Face” Dr. Wechsler explains why the TikTok trend is misleading and what sustained stress is actually doing to your skin barrier and collagen supply
• Accutane Myths: As a psychiatrist and derm, Dr. Wechsler addresses the decades-long concern that Accutane causes depression. 
• Meet Spotless: Dr. Wechsler explains the need for her new walk-in clinic, which offers everything from steroid pimple shots to after-work extractions.
• "Triangle of Death": Dr. Wechsler shuts down the viral rumor that popping a pimple in the area near your nose can cause a fatal brain infection. 
• Plus, we get the scoop on Dr. Wechsler’s upcoming skincare line and a second location coming soon!

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ 

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Nutrafol

See thicker, stronger, faster-growing hair with less shedding in just 3-6 months with Nutrafol. 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.

Curology

Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. And look for other Canopy products such as the Canopy Bath and Shower Filter. Even better, use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. 

TIA

Tia is the next-generation women's healthcare platform offering whole-body care, from gynecology and hormone support to aesthetic skin care, with fast appointment availability and acceptance of most PPO insurance plans. Get personalized, evidence-based, long-term solutions for your health by booking an appointment at asktia.com today.

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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 British Vogue. Brands are taking note too: she’s collaborated with 19/99 Beauty, Glow Recipe and Cult Beauty.

In this episode Emily opens up about: 

• How being neurodiverse has been the key to Emily intuitive makeup technique, and self-regulation
• How she gets her “scribble” and “smear” techniques to look good on the move 
• How to experiment with colour in a way that will work for you 
• Why she’s saying no to “butter girl” fall 
• The dream makeup artist she’d love to collab with – and will we ever see her develop her own line?
• How her emotional support eyelash curler (for real) has helped her through her struggles with PTSD and anxiety 
• Plus, Emily shares what it’s been like to watch her sister’s (Aimee Lou Wood) star rise – and does she ever do *her* makeup for the red carpet? 

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 

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Medik8’s new Advanced Pro-Collagen+ Peptide Cream is an anti-wrinkle moisturizer, clinically proven to visibly improve skin firmness, elasticity and reduce the appearance of deep set wrinkles. Visit Medik8.us to discover more. Use code BREAKING20 to save 20% off your order! 

Quince

Step into the holiday season with layers made to feel good, look polished, and last from Quince. Now available in Canada, Quince is perfect for gifting or keeping for yourself. Go to quince.com/BREAKINGBEAUTY for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 

Kana Company

Kana Company is a Black-owned shapewear and boob tape brand built to help women look and feel confident in any outfit. Visit KanaCompany.co and use code BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. 

Canopy 

Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. Use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. 

*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 

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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. Tolpinrud debunks the myth of "shrinking" your pores, and reveals the true causes of clogging—from hormones and comedogenic ingredients to invisible micro dust pollution.

You’ll learn:

• Pore size & aging: Why your pores appear to sag as your collagen breaks down.
• Sebaceous filaments vs. blackheads: How to figure out what you’re dealing with before you treat.
• What’s in her doctor’s bag: How Dr. Tolpinrud chooses the right prescription-strength ingredients to treat breakouts and improve skin texture for varying skin types.
• Myth-busted rituals: Does dunking your face in ice water or using a steamer really "open or close" your pores? Plus, are extractions a do or a don’t, according to the derm?
• Introducing Curology Day Prime Rx, the first-ever prescription acne treatment that doubles as a blurring, shine-reducing primer—customizable to treat acne, dark spots, or even rosacea!

For any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ 

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Curology 

Curology, the pioneer of personalized prescription skincare, is our exclusive show partner for this episode. They have treated over 5.5 million patients across the USA.  

Curology is giving Breaking Beauty listeners a special link to try DayPrimeRx - the first-ever prescription acne treatment and primer - for FREE when you subscribe, just pay $5.45 shipping and handling! 

To claim this offer, go to curology.com/beauty to take Curology’s skin quiz!  In just a few minutes, you’ll share your current skin concerns and a few photos with a Curology dermatology provider who will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique skin goals. This will include DayPrimeRx if it’s right for your unique skin!  Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information. 

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• How-to Make Your Makeup Last Longer! A 101 Masterclass on Skin Prep, Primers, Powders & Setting Sprays with Makeup Artist Pro Ruby Hammer, MBE

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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 tapped by the likes of Chappell Roan, Tessa Thompson, and Michelle Williams. As a Creative Brand Partner for Bellami Hair, Lacy is the authority and today she’s sharing it all.

Tune in to hear all about:

• The best way to choose hair extensions as a newbie
• How a pro like Lacy keeps her hair extensions neat, tidy and ready for the camera at all times (no tangles here!)
• How-to wear extensions without damaging your natural hair
• How-to blend extensions so that you get a seamless effect
• The exact budget-friendly products she uses to clean and style the extensions in her kit 
• Stay tuned to the end where Lacy shares a little tea about working backstage on a well-known reality TV show (you won’t believe which one!) 

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 

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Jones Road Beauty

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Curology

Curology DayPrimeRx is the first-ever prescription acne treatment and primer. Listeners based in the US can try DayPrimeRx for FREE when you subscribe, and pay just $5.45 for shipping and handling! To claim this offer, go to curology.com/beauty to take Curology’s skin quiz. Restrictions apply. See website for full details and important safety information. 

Canopy 

Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. Use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. 

Kana Company

Kana Company is a Black-owned shapewear and boob tape brand built to help women look and feel confident in any outfit. Visit KanaCompany.co and use code BREAKINGBEAUTY at checkout for 20% off your first purchase. 

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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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In this episode you’ll discover:

• How do sneakflation and shrinkflation apply in the beauty industry? The way brands shrink their product sizes or inflate “deal” prices while selling the same product.
• What “anchor price” means and how it affects your purchase decisions.
• The 2025 version of the “Lipstick Index” – does it still hold?
• How tariffs and loyalty programs are influencing beauty pricing and whether refill products truly save you money.
• Her category‑by‑category cheat sheets: the best value skincare, eyeshadow palettes, multi‑use makeup, and packaging that gives you the most bang for your buck, explained.
• Holiday shopping tips you’ll want to bookmark: mini vs jumbo sizes, Advent calendars, and what deals are genuinely worth it.
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Quince

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Nutrafol

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Canopy

Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. And look for other Canopy products such as the Canopy Bath and Shower Filter. Even better, use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. Your skin will thank you!

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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 Toronto makeup artist to becoming the visionary behind Selena Gomez’ rosy and radiant wedding look.

You’ll find out:

• Why Hung launched his new, namesake makeup brand with a whopping eight eyeshadow palette colourways. 
• How to choose the right eyeshadow texture — matte, satin, metallic, or 3D matte — to achieve his signature celebrity eye look.
• Hung’s expert tips on how to apply eyeliner the right way, including why he prefers brown over black and when to use gel eyeliner vs kohl eyeliner
• The story behind Hung’s newly launched long-wear gel eyeliner pencil, inspired by the iconic Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Gel Eye Crayon (RIP 😢) 
• Must-know wedding day makeup tips from the celebrity MUA – including how to make your eyeliner and eye makeup last all day.
• The Rare Beauty product Hung keeps in his kit at all times – and why it’s a hidden gem for flawless finishes.
• Hung’s top makeup tips for mature skin, including ageless holiday glam ideas inspired by Julianne Moore and Helena Christensen.

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Quince 

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Curology

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To claim this offer, go to curology.com/beauty to take Curology’s skin quiz!In just a few minutes, you’ll share your current skin concerns and a few photos with a Curology dermatology provider who will create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique skin goals. This will include DayPrimeRx if it’s right for your unique skin!Go to curology.com/beauty to get your first bottle of DayPrimeRx for FREE when you subscribe, all you need to pay is $5.45 shipping and handling.

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Canopy 

Canopy Humidifier’s clean moisture combats dryness, sensitivity, dullness, and fine lines & wrinkles, promoting a healthy skin barrier and increasing the efficacy of your topical skin care products. Go to getcanopy.co to save $25 on your Canopy Humidifier purchase today with Canopy’s filter subscription. Use code BEAUTY at checkout to save an additional 10% off your Canopy purchase. 

Tia Health Clinic

Tia providers are trained specifically in women’s health. If you’re ready for a healthcare experience that actually sees and supports you as a whole person, book your appointment today at bit.ly/asktia-beauty.

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Theme song, used with permission: Cherry Bomb by Saya
 

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