Alexis Androulakis and Christina Basias, the duo behind viral account @thelipsticklesbians and founders of the brand Fempower Beauty, are on a mission to make you a more informed beauty customer! We talked about their relationship, how activism powers their work, and what they want to do with their platform. Plus, they explain how contract manufacturers work; how quickly innovation spreads in the beauty industry; why quality pearl (i.e., shimmer) costs are high and stock packaging costs are low; which luxury products are worth your money; the best bargain dupes; and what sales associates really think when they come into Sephora, Target, or Ulta Beauty to film one of their videos.
Below you’ll find a list of some of the people, topics, and products mentioned in this episode. If you have any questions (or just want to say hi), reach out to us on Instagram or via email (info@fatmascara.com). And please email us voice memos of your beauty questions and Raise A Wand favorites so we can share them on the show. You can also leave us a voicemail to be featured on a future podcast (our phone number in the U.S. is at 646-481-8182).
@thelipsticklesbians - Alexis & Christina’s TikTok
Fempower Beauty - their brand
Fempower Beauty Monstrosus Lip Set: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235676
e.l.f. Cosmetics Lash 'N Roll Mascara - Black: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235677
Yves Saint Laurent Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara - Noir: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235679
Jason Wu Beauty Tinted Moisturizer Meets Cc Cream (Various Shades): https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235681
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Natural Skin Perfector Spf 30: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235684
Maybelline Superstay Matte Ink Lip Color: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235686
Huda Beauty #Fauxfilter Luminous Matte Foundation: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235687
Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Liquid Foundation: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235689
L'oreal Paris Infallible Freshwear 24hr Liquid Foundation - Maple: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235697
Nyx Professional Makeup Can't Stop Won't Stop Contour Concealer : https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235699
Huda Beauty #Fauxfilter Luminous Matte Buildable Coverage Crease Proof Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235700
Tarte Shape Tape Concealer : https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235702
L'oreal Paris True Match Lumi Glotion Natural Glow Enhancer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235705
Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235707
e.l.f. Cosmetics Halo Glow Highlight Beauty Wand: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235710
Rare Beauty Perfect Strokes Universal Volumizing Mascara: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235711
Glossier Stretch Fluid Foundation: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235712
Tower 28 Swipe All-over Hydrating Serum Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235713
Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Hydrating Concealer with Fermented Arnica: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235716
Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Medium Coverage Foundation with Fermented Arnica: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235717
Kosas Cloud Set Setting Powder : https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235721
Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Complexion Touch: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235725
Rare Beauty Positive Light Tinted Moisturizer Spf 20 Sunscreen: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235726
Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Stick Blur + Smooth Tint Stick Foundation : https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235731
Le Labo Eau De Parfum - Santal 33: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235734
Le Labo Eau De Parfum - Another 13: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235740
Glossier Glossier You: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235743
Maison Francis Kurkdjian 724 Eau De Parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235748
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Gentle Fluidity Silver Eau De Parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235751
Byredo Bal D'afrique Eau De Parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235754
Arey to the Root Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235756
Nars Audacious Lipstick - Brigitte: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235760
Lancôme Définicils Defining & Lengthening Mascara - Black: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235765
Breath: the New Science of a Lost Art Hardcover – by James Nestor: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235777
Dr. Joe Dispenza Morning and Evening Meditations: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2235784
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