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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 Social Sciences
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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

    How-to Make Your Makeup Last Longer! A 101 Masterclass on Skin Prep, Primers, Powders & Setting Sprays with Makeup Artist Pro Ruby Hammer, MBE
    Jul 16 2025
    Looking for makeup that lasts through sweat, humidity, or oily skin? In this episode, we’re joined by award-winning British makeup artist Ruby Hammer, MBE, who’s here to share her best-kept secrets for truly long-lasting makeup — no matter the weather or skin type.With a career spanning nearly four decades, Ruby has worked on editorial shoots for British Vogue, ELLE UK, and Italian Vogue, painting the faces of icons like Kate Moss. She also co-founded the trailblazing, inclusive brand Ruby & Millie and now runs her own high-performance cosmetics line, Ruby Hammer Beauty.In this pro makeup masterclass, Ruby breaks down exactly how to prep, prime, and set your makeup so it stays fresh — even through intense heat or post-gym sweat.🎧 In this episode, you’ll learn:How-to build a long-lasting makeup routine, starting with the essential skincare prep for oily or dull skin to help makeup adhere better and stay longerWhich makeup primers Ruby recommends (and her honest take on trending “gripping primers”)Her signature “like-with-like” blush method that makes colour last without fading forlong workdays or even a weddingThe classic setting powders and products she says are truly un-dupableHer pro trick for long-lasting lip color that doesn’t budge — even through meals, workouts and the muggiest daysGet 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: Makeup Artist Katie Jane Hughes on Her KJH Brand Reveal, New Foundation Faves & Glowy Skin Secrets📺Watch on YouTube: Celebrity Makeup Artist Katey Denno's Timeless Makeup Secrets 📺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! Medik8Medik8’s new C-Tetra Advanced Gel Face Serum is available online at Medik8.us. Use code BREAKING20 for 20% off your order. Silke LondonSILKE London are the creators of 100% silk hair tools designed to reduce breakage, tame frizz, and give you healthier, more beautiful hair while you sleep. Head to silkelondon.com and use the exclusive code BEAUTY20 for 20% off your first order. NutrafolThis summer, stop worrying about your hair and start making memories. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 dollars off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code BREAKING. *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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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • The #DamnGood Amazon Prime Day 2025 Beauty Deals That We’re Adding to Cart!

    The #DamnGood Amazon Prime Day 2025 Beauty Deals That We’re Adding to Cart!
    Jul 8 2025
    This week, we’re dropping in your feeds one day early to deliver our #DamnGood finds for Amazon Prime Day, which spans four full days this year, from July 8 - 11th! Join us as we curate, and review, some of the hottest trending products and stay tuned until the end to hear about the deepest discounts we could find at the end of the episode.🇺🇸Shop, and follow, our USA Amazon storefront for even more deals!🇨🇦Shop, and follow, our Canadian Amazon storefront for even more deals! You’ll hear about:Jill’s favourite peptide skincare serum that we were shocked to find at 30% off The low down on K-Beauty’s SPF regulations update – and the totally “legal” version from Beauty of Joseon that you can nab for 38% offClinique’s new icon-in-making “Nude Honey” take on the original Black Honey, on sale for 25% offOlay knocks luxury skincare down a peg once again with a new day cream with SPF, at up to 25% off!The French fine fragrance that we couldn’t believe is on AmazonCarlene’s under $20 “grippy” primer serum discovery that delivered glass skin like no otherDouyin makeup, unlocked with one of the leading C-beauty brands behind the doll-like makeup trend, for 35% off (plus, who doesn’t love a gift with purchase?!)A new nail care repair innovation that promises results in one use, from the brains behind OlaplexThe one pimple patch that Carlene’s teen daughter says “Actually works!” Stay tuned until the end to hear about the summer waves hair tool and the K-Beauty must-have that we discovered at nearly 50% off! 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: Your Ultimate #DamnGood K-Beauty Shopping Guide With Glow With AvaWatch on YouTube: Our #DamnGood Hot Girl Summer 2025 Beauty Faves. Plus! SPF “Doping” On BlastWatch on YouTube: How-to Shop for Makeup Like a Pro: Advice from Tiktok Stars and Makeup Experts The Lipstick LesbiansPROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! Pura D'OrPura D’Or is committed to natural, pure ingredients that deliver real results with their 100% Pure, cold-pressed oils. Don’t wait, strengthen your skin from within. Head to purador.com/Beauty for 15% off now. *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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    51 mins
  • Live With Dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss! Busting Skincare Myths, The “Cheap” Aging Hack We Need to Know Now, and the Scoop on Her First-Ever Sunscreen

    Live With Dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss! Busting Skincare Myths, The “Cheap” Aging Hack We Need to Know Now, and the Scoop on Her First-Ever Sunscreen
    Jul 2 2025
    In this LIVE podcast recording, Dr. Shereene Idriss is back to bust more skincare myths on everything from sunscreen misinformation to which ingredients are most legit - in her books. The Manhattan-based, board-certified cosmetic dermatologist has captured over 4 million followers with her skin “NERD”-iness, educating the world with her real-talk takes on skincare scams, sharing practical advice for the most challenging skin conditions and real talk about the wild and wonderful world of cosmetics.A special thank you to 1 Hotel Toronto for hosting our live podcast! Listen in to learn:Everything to know about Dr. Idriss’ latest skincare innovation, a purple-tinted sunscreen, that amassed a 10,000 person waitlist in 36 hoursIs mineral sunscreen “better” than chemical sunscreen? The internet’s favourite derm weighs inMove over collagen supplements – the Harvard-backed reason that Dr. Idriss believes that good ol’ vitamin D may be the low-cost key to longevityThe most underrated skincare ingredient according to Dr. Idriss, and what it has to offer for problematic skin Could NAD+ skincare be the next buzzy ingredient to watch? Dr. Idriss’ red hot takeTikTok takedown! Dr. Idriss’ thoughts on the viral “Caveman Skincare trend ” Spicule skincare – saviour or scam?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: Dr. Shereene Idriss AKA Pillow Talk Derm Serving The Real Tea on Skincare ScamsWatch on YouTube: Dermatologist Dr. Shereene Idriss (#PillowtalkDerm) on Botox News, Skin Purging, Best SPF & MoreIs This $265 Face Cream Really The Goat? An Augustinus Bader Explainer PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! VegamourTired of dealing with shedding and thinning? Take back control of your hair with Vegamour. For a limited time go to VEGAMOUR.com/BEAUTY, code BEAUTY to get 20% off your first order. QuinceGive your summer closet an upgrade with Quince. Go to quince.com/breakingbeauty for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. MaraTry the Mara Chia + Moringa® Algae Enzyme Cleansing Oil! Head Into your local Sephora to shop MARA, or head to Sephora.com – and don't forget to wash your face! *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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    58 mins

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