Welcome to Inside The Makeup Bag, the podcast where we dive into all things beauty with zero filters and lots of laughs! Whether you're a makeup pro, skincare newbie, or just love a good beauty chat, we’ve got you covered. Tune in as we share unfiltered opinions, real talk, and honest reviews—no sugarcoating allowed! Expect hilarious stories, expert tips, and a whole lot of education on the latest beauty trends, products, and techniques. Whether you're looking to learn, laugh, or just vibe with some beauty enthusiasts, Inside The Makeup Bag is the place to be!
In this episode of Inside the Makeup Bag, Jess and Alix dive into a little bit of everything—and nothing in particular. From beauty hacks that actually work (kinda) to hot takes on viral products, it’s a full-on mix of beauty B.S. (yes, both kinds). Expect laughs, strong opinions, and maybe a product rec or two you didn’t know you needed. No rules, just real talk—because sometimes the best convos happen when you're not sticking to the script.
7 Apr 2025
Makeup Brush Guide
In this episode of Inside The Makeup Bag, we’re unlocking the secrets to flawless makeup with the ultimate guide to makeup brushes! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about choosing, using, and cleaning your brushes to get the perfect application every time. From foundation to eyeshadow, we’ll spill the tea on the best brush types for every step of your routine and how to avoid common mistakes that could be ruining your makeup game. Tune in for pro tips, unfiltered opinions, and the brush hacks you never knew you needed! Don’t miss it—your makeup routine is about to get a major upgrade! #makeup brushes #brushes #beautybrushes #makeupbrushguide #makeup #beautypodcast
14 Jul 2024
Summer Essentials
Jess and Alix are back! Summer is their favorite season and there are a lot of new products on the market that they are loving for Summer. Tune in to discover all the beauty updates. #summer #summerbeauty #spf
7 Apr 2024
Spring has Sprung
Jess and Alix talk about the change in the season and what that means for the #beautyindustry. They also talk about the sale at #sephora and #ulta
24 Mar 2024
Marbett Trejo The Eyebrow Queen
Jess and Alix have special guest Marbett Trejo. Marbett has been doing eyebrows since she was in high school. Together they go over brow trends, products, and more. #eyebrows #benefitbrows #benefitcosmetics
Jess and Alix discuss what clean beauty actually is and the pros and cons of using apps like the #yukaapp.
26 Feb 2024
Body-ody-ody #bodycare #bodycareroutine
Alix and Jess discuss an up and coming category in the beauty industry...body care. Is it really going to be the next big craze? What are some top products and brands that you should try?
11 Feb 2024
Valentines Day and Other Sh*t #valentinesdaymakeup #sephora #ulta
In this episode we share our favorite tips for make-out proof makeup and talk about trending topics in the beauty world.
21 Jan 2024
Preteens and Skincare
The entire internet is talking about kids at Sephora and Ulta. Jess and Alix give you all the information you need to understands what products from popular brands like Drunk Elephant and Glow Recipe are safe for kids and what the parents should be keeping for themselves.
3 Dec 2023
Hair w/ Jenna Edmunds
In this episode we talk about the hair industry with industry expert Jenna Edmunds. Giving you all the tips and tricks to take care of your hair. We also discuss our favorite products and hair trends.
19 Nov 2023
Bridal Beauty w/ Caroline Mujica
Alix and Jess are joined by Caroline Mujica. Caroline specializes in bridal beauty. She is an expert in all things bridal; both hair and makeup. Join us while we dive into the bridal beauty space.
5 Nov 2023
Expiration Dates and Brows
Jess and Alix dive into the expiration dates of beauty products including how to find them, what they mean, and if they really matter or not. They also talk about all things brows -- giving advice on what products work best for what brows.
22 Oct 2023
Happy Halloween with Morgan Muta
Join us and Morgan Muta while we talk about all things spooky in the makeup industry. Morgan Muta is a union makeup artist who specializes in FX makeup.
9 Oct 2023
Back to MAC with @makeupartistmichael
Special guest @makeupartistmichael joins us to talk about MAC memories and tips on how to become a successful full time makeup artist. This episode is filled with great information for aspiring artists and makeup fenatics.
24 Sept 2023
Counter Chronicles
Come reminisce with us. In this episode we talk about the PROS and CONS of working in retail cosmetics. We share funny and memorable moments from our time behind the counter.
11 Sept 2023
Fall into Beauty
In this episode we talk about some of our favorite Fall trends as well as how to manage skin concerns from the change in weather.
27 Aug 2023
Skin Is In!
In this episode we scratch the surface of skincare. We talk about our favorite skincare products, why we like that and what we can't live without. We also "spill the foundation" on what's going on in the industry.
13 Aug 2023
Getting to Know Us
In this pilot episode of Inside the Makeup Bag, Jess and Alix introduce themselves. Their big personalities and opposing opinions are what makes this show entertaining. They talk about their 5 minute makeup routine, how they met, and what you can expect from this podcast.
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
YouTube views
5,117
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.7 / 5
7 ratings
Spotify
4.3 / 5
9 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 35 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
16
Social presence
0
YouTube
68
Engagement
67
Contact Inside The Makeup Bag
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of Inside The Makeup Bag?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
