A new retinoid ointment is here! In this week’s *exclusive* episode, Carlene leaps into the founder role with the launch of her debut skincare brand, Cassatt Beauty. Listen in as Jill interviews Carlene about the making of Cassatt “La Pommade” Retinoid Skin Ointment - a modern, barrier-supporting update on a French pharmacy classic. From the science behind the low-and-slow retinoid “bio-ointment” to the realities of bootstrapping a beauty brand, Carlene shares what it really takes to bring a dream product to life. In this episode, you’ll learn:“This one’s for my peeps.” – Why Carlene created Cassatt La Pommade as an ideal barrier repair retinoid balm for addressing signs of inflammaging in 40+ skinWhy this next gen retinoid for sensitive skin was created for the beauty editor girlies, too – and how French pharmacy, the slugging movement and jewel box hotels inspired what may be the next instant classicThe unique way Carlene’s chemist formulated a form of hyaluronic acid in oil for infusing moisture while trapping transepidermal water loss (TEWL) in Cassatt’s retinoid for mature skin 40+, to help prevent retinoid dry-out How to use retinoid ointment nightly in your routine, whether you’re new to retinoids or already a total pro – hello, skin cycling fans!Why skincare messaging needs to stop being confusing – and how Carlene designed her retinoid ointment product box just like a beauty editor wouldSupport our girl!Pre-order “La Pommade” at www.cassattbeauty.comSubscribe to Carlene’s Substack: The ElevensFollow @cassatt.beauty on Instagram and TikTok for campaign visuals and behind-the-scenes contentFor any products or links mentioned in this episode, check out our website: https://breakingbeautypodcast.com/episode-recaps/ 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 *Disclaimer: Unless otherwise stated, all products reviewed are gratis media samples submitted for editorial consideration.* PROMO CODES: When you support our sponsors, you support the creation of Breaking Beauty Podcast! MARAMARA’s best-selling, award-winning Algae Enzyme Cleansing Oil is the ONLY way to wash your face. Powered by fruit enzymes like pineapple and pumpkin to gently exfoliate skin. It’s also multi-use - can be used on damp or dry skin, as a light peel, to gua sha or dermaplane! Head into your local Sephora to shop MARA, or head to Sephora.com – and don’t forget to wash your face! More episodes like this:Bobbi Brown on Her Memoir “Still Bobbi” Reveals and Jones Road’s Keys to SuccessDieux Skin Co-Founder Charlotte Palermino on Quitting Clean Beauty, Dupes and SPF DramaVictoria Beckham and CEO Sarah Creal on Building the Victoria Beckham Beauty Empire 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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