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Beauty or Bull with a Deadbeat Esthetician

Beauty or Bull with a Deadbeat Esthetician

By Amanda O

Have you ever wondered if a certain ingredient, product, skincare tool, or even mascara will actually work? Enter me, Amanda O. the deadbeat esthetician. I'm an esthetician who no longer practices professionally, but still harbors a love for all things skincare and makeup. I truly believe everyone can be their own beauty expert. I'm here to share what I've learned and continue to learn on my own beauty journey. Join me as I dive into everything from dermarolling to drugstore makeup and everything in between, to find out what really works and what's just bullsh!t.
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May 2021 Beauty News recap

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May 2021 Beauty News recap

May 2021 Beauty News recap

Listen as I discuss some worthwhile makeup and skincare launches from the past month, as well as, body or "face shaming" issues. Also rant about sunscreen. 

Jun 04, 202123:10
Skincare myths and more with the Esthetician on the Edge

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On this episode, I chat with the infamous Esthetician on the Edge about skincare myths and what actually works! She hosts a meme page that all Estheticians can relate to, trust me! Also has a wealth of information about all things skincare/waxing along with some hilarious stories on her own podcast of the same name. Do NOT skip this one!

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April beauty news recap and a vampire facial nightmare

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I chat with  Brittany a beauty enthusiast/hairdresser about the highs and lows of the last month in the beauty world. Plus, I discuss a horrible bloody facial nightmare with a long-time esthetician and former coworker Kerry. Listen all the way through for all the" hot goss" as the kids say. 

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Beauty news, 2021 thus far

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A new monthly segment in which I will break down all noteworthy moments in the beauty space. Two makeup and skincare enthusiasts chat about the high, low, and confusing beauty launches of 2021 thus far. you'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll learn something new, maybe. Either way, give it a listen.
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LED, hunnee!

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 Skincare acids AHA, BHA, PHA, WTF?!

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Let's talk hair health

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This week I talk to a long-time hairstylist ( and my cousin) Brittany. Listen as we have a booze-fueled chat about the best ways to take care of your hair, what shampoo brand should ALWAYS be avoided, hair loss, and which is the best hard seltzer. 

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Winter skincare tips

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This Episode will save your life, oops I meant your skin. Are you feeling flaky, dry, itchy, and or uncomfortable? Listen, to these crucial tips on how to help nourish your skin during the winter months. Plus, hear advice from the ladies of the Itch n' Bitch podcast, as well as, an embarrassing dating story told by another special guest.
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Do you need a facial roller?

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Maskne

Maskne

Is acne from wearing a mask a thing that can actually, per science, happen? If so how can we stop this evil maskne which is clearly one of the top concerns in the global Covid 19 pandemic? Let's look into that. 

Jan 14, 202113:20