Swatch of Horrors
Storytelling Podcasts
Not just another beauty podcast...Swatch of Horrors is where you’ll hear beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals. You’ll hear Meemz, a former makeup artist, and her guests call out beauty industry issues, and bad client behavior. Learn what it’s like to be on the other side of the chair. Behind all that glam, beauty professionals are humans too. Learn tips that help beauty professionals with their client interactions so that they can avoid some of these beauty horror stories. These horrors also extend beyond the client interaction such as the beauty professional’s personal struggles, lack of diversity in the industry, and much more. If you work in the industry and have a beauty horror story to tell, send them to @swatchofhorrors IG or Twitter or swatch of horrors @ gmail . com #SwatchofHorrors
Location:
United States
Genres:
Storytelling Podcasts
Description:
Not just another beauty podcast...Swatch of Horrors is where you’ll hear beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals. You’ll hear Meemz, a former makeup artist, and her guests call out beauty industry issues, and bad client behavior. Learn what it’s like to be on the other side of the chair. Behind all that glam, beauty professionals are humans too. Learn tips that help beauty professionals with their client interactions so that they can avoid some of these beauty horror stories. These horrors also extend beyond the client interaction such as the beauty professional’s personal struggles, lack of diversity in the industry, and much more. If you work in the industry and have a beauty horror story to tell, send them to @swatchofhorrors IG or Twitter or swatch of horrors @ gmail . com #SwatchofHorrors
Twitter:
@swatchofhorrors
Language:
English
Episodes
I'm out
1/29/2024
Duration:00:10:46
Ep 40: Horrors of Holiday gift-giving (gift ideas)
11/21/2023
Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals!
Meemz is a former makeup artist. This episode focuses on gift ideas, especially what NOT to buy this holiday season.
Gift responsibly and try to reduce waste by gifting consumable products, or eco friendly products that help reduce waste like reusable cotton pads, the makeup eraser, and nore. Send in your beauty horror stories to Swatchofhorrors @ gmail . com or use the new anonymous google form here:
Submit your beauty horror stories anonymously!
Representation matters! Leave a review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts, or Spotify with a 5-star rating!
IG @swatchofhorrorsTikTok @SwatchofHorrors
Duration:00:26:34
Ep 39: Worst kinds of co-workers to be around
10/22/2023
Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals!
Meemz, a former makeup artist talks about the worst kind of co-worker to be around when working in cosmetics in a retail setting. Getting frustrated by returns, no sales, and rude clients? Meemz goes over a few mindset changes you can apply to help get you out of that toxic funk. No one wants to be around a bad vibe. Don't be that person.
Send in your beauty horror stories to Swatchofhorrors @ gmail . com
Representation matters! Leave a review and a 5-star rating!
IG @swatchofhorrorsTikTok @SwatchofHorrors
Duration:00:27:12
Ep 38: Your skin is literally crumbling
8/31/2023
Swatch of Horrors turns 3 years old! Thank you all who have come along on this podcasting journey!
Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals!
Meemz tells a beauty horror story about the time she did a foundation match on a client. Learn how to be straight-forward and kind to your client about their hygiene or conditions that impact the overall look of their beauty goals.
Send in your beauty horror stories to Swatchofhorrors @ gmail . com
Representation matters! Leave a review and a 5-star rating!
IG @swatchofhorrorsTikTok @SwatchofHorrors
Duration:00:25:01
EP 37: Why I didn’t get a pedicure
5/30/2023
Trigger warning...This episode talks about gross body fluids. Submit your beauty horror story to Meemz @ Swatchofhorrors on IG, Twitter, or TikTok.
Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals!
Representation matters! Leave a review and a 5-star rating!
IG @swatchofhorrorsTikTok @SwatchofHorrors
Duration:00:30:17
Ep 36: Prom makeup nightmare!!
4/27/2023
Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals!
In honor of Prom Season, Meemz recounts her prom makeup horror story where she almost didn't get her makeup done all because of a dishonest sales associate. Tune in to find out why.
There is also a new segment...
Representation matters! Leave a review and a 5-star rating!
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Duration:00:37:16
Ep 35 - Being more sanitary as a makeup artist
4/15/2023
Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals!
This episode is all about the top things you can stop doing as a makeup artist in order to be more sanitary for you and your customers.
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Duration:00:21:35
Ep 34: Hungover client at the makeup counter
3/20/2023
Swatch of Horrors is a podcast about beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals. Meemz is a former makeup artist, and she is here to share all of her stories, and the stories of her guests who work in the beauty industry.
Are you a die-hard Swatch of Horrors listener? Do you want SoH merch? Comment on IG or DM Meemz to let her know!
Meemz goes talks about a health update and tells a story about a client who was too hungover to get her makeup done.
If you are a client, you'll want to listen to this episode to learn what NOT to do.
@swatchofhorrors on Instagram and all platforms.
Duration:00:23:27
Ep 33: Checking my anxiety, and your bad breath
3/6/2023
Swatch of Horrors talks mental health along with beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals.
This episode, Meemz talks through the anxieties of health scares and the toxic ways that social media can fuel these anxieties.
If you work in the beauty industry or any industry, you'll want to make sure your breath is tolerable. If you think this doesn't apply to you, you're probably wrong.
Also, are you mindful of your fragrance etiquette?
Duration:00:27:35
Ep 32: Weird friend stuff and an obsessed client
3/3/2023
Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals.
Follow Swatch of Horrors on IG, TikTok, and Twitter.
Duration:00:28:09
Ep 31: ”I want to speak to your manager.”
2/19/2023
Welcome to Swatch of Horrors where we talk beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals. Happy belated Valentine's Day! Meemz discusses practical gift giving for Valentine's Day.
Have you ever stumbled over your words when a customer asked you a question about a product?
Meemz tells a beauty horror story about a time where her and her co-worker tricked a mean customer. Oh the joys of working retail!
Duration:00:16:44
Ep 30: Catty co-workers in the beauty industry
2/10/2023
Swatch of Horrors is a podcast about beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals.
This episode is all about catty co-workers in the beauty industry.
If you work in the beauty industry and have a horror story to tell about co workers being catty, DM them to Meemz @Swatchofhorrors on instagram!
Follow @swatchofhorrors on TikTok.
Rate, review, share!
Duration:00:23:42
Ep 29: Getting fired over TikTok
1/24/2023
Happy Lunar New Year! Did you know, Vietnamese celebrate the year of the Cat instead of Rabbit?
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Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals
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Learn how not to get fired from what you post on social media. Remember, you don't have to share everything about your life online.
Duration:00:12:26
Ep 28: Beauty horror news regarding Morphe and MAC Cosmetics
1/13/2023
2023 is off to an interesting start in the beauty industry. This episode, Meemz talks about some "beauty horror stories" from two major beauty brands. You'll want to hear this episode if you use Morphe or MAC Cosmetics.
If you are a former Morphe employee, please comment on Swatchofhorrors instagram to network with others. If you know of any job openings for former Morphe employees, please comment on instagram to let others know.
Duration:00:27:39
Ep: 27 Part 2 - Whats the worst thing a client has done to you?
12/27/2022
Swatch of Horrors is a podcast about beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals. Join the conversation and submit your beauty horror stories from work via DM on instagram @SwatchofHorrors.
This episode is part 2 and is all about the worst thing a client has ever done to you. Meemz reads submissions from listeners.
Follow, rate, subscribe!
Duration:00:38:51
Ep 26: What’s the worst thing a client has done to you?
12/4/2022
Swatch of Horrors is a podcast about beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals. Join the conversation and submit your beauty horror stories from work via DM on instagram @SwatchofHorrors.
Is the podcast back?
Meemz has some major life updates and fills you in on what the hiatus was all about.
This episode is all about the worst thing a client has ever done to you. Meemz reads submissions from listeners.
Follow, rate, subscribe!
Duration:00:21:47
Ep 25: My Horrible Business Trip Roomie feat. Austin Mark
5/30/2021
Another episode about beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals. Meemz recalls a horror story where she was sent on a makeup business trip and got paired up with an awful hotel roommate and total stranger. Listen to Meemz and returning guest, Austin Mark, go off on quite a few tangents regarding police interactions, best songs to cry to, and Meghan McCain's hairstylist. Austin shares his horror story working as a makeup artist for a runway show in LA. Austin was a guest on episode 9 of Swatch of Horrors.
Book a virtual or in-person makeup session with Salt Lake City Makeup Artist, Austin Mark: On-Site Beauty Pros
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Duration:00:55:28
Ep 24: When to leave your job
5/5/2021
This week is all about the horrors of getting passed up for opportunities in your makeup career. Learn about the red flags that you need to look out for, and learn when it's time to leave your job, brand, or store. Didn't get the job? Learn what you can do to better your chances for the next interview. Follow for more beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals. Leave a review and a 5-star rating!
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Duration:00:19:59
Ep 23: Misdiagnosed Skin Condition
4/14/2021
A beauty horror story about being misdiagnosed with a contagious skin condition. Learn tips on how to advocate for yourself when seeking medical treatment. Hear all the red flags about the offending doctor in this beauty horror story.
This is not intended for medical treatment or diagnoses. See your medical professional for help and advice regarding your health.
Learn about: Molluscum contagiosum
Seborrheic dermatitis
Duration:00:42:08
Ep 22: He Fried Her Hair
3/28/2021
Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals
Meemz talks with the hosts from @HomoInTraining podcast! These two unapologetically queer Latinx podcasters share a beauty horror story that involves bleach, 40 volume, and something you use in your house during winter time. Listen to find out more!
We touch on the Asian hate crimes that have been in the media lately and discuss performative activism. Meemz shares a story about Asian-American shame and being bullied. We touch on how anglicizing your name can be harmful but also it can change how people treat you at times.
Duration:00:59:54