Swatch of Horrors

Swatch of Horrors

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 improve client interactions so you 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. #SwatchofHorrors swatchofhorrors.substack.com

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January 29, 2024 10 mins


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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 n...

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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.


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August 31, 2023 25 mins

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.


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May 30, 2023 30 mins

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!


 


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April 27, 2023 37 mins

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.


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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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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 ...

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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 yo...

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Beauty horror stories told by beauty professionals.


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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!


 



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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!


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January 24, 2023 12 mins

Happy Lunar New Year! Did you know, Vietnamese celebrate the year of the Cat instead of Rabbit?


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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.



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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 othe...

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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.


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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.


Fol...

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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 ar...

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May 5, 2021 19 mins

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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April 14, 2021 42 mins

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


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March 28, 2021 59 mins

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 a...

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