Ketamine Conversations: What Chrissy Teigen, Matthew Perry, and Experts Are Saying

Tyler Kent | 17 August 2024
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Celebrity Interviews
Ketamine Conversations: What Chrissy Teigen, Matthew Perry, and Experts Are Saying

Celebrities such as Matthew Perry, Chrissy Teigen, and Sharon Osbourne have publicly discussed their use of ketamine infusion therapy for mental health treatment. The DEA describes ketamine as a dissociative anesthetic with hallucinogenic effects that can cause sedation, immobility, pain relief, and amnesia. While it has been a recreational drug, it is also an approved medical product used as an injectable anesthetic and as a nasal spray (Spravato) for treatment-resistant depression.

Beauty
2024’s Most Influential Beauty Brands: A Look at the Top Contenders

The Establishment

These seasoned brands, each over 15 years old, continue to thrive due to their enduring appeal and adaptability. They exemplify long-term success by consistently innovating and staying attuned to the shifting beauty landscape.

Amika 

Known for its Perk Up Dry Shampoo, Amika has become a leading name in prestige hair care. Despite being 14 years old, its popularity is surging, with a 40% increase in searches and significant growth in the salon sector. Its Soul Food mask is a Sephora favorite, and the brand recently won a sustainability award from CEW.

Anastasia Beverly Hills 

Anastasia Beverly Hills, a pioneer in leveraging Instagram, has now captivated the TikTok generation, boosting its EMV by 30% in early 2024. The brand's TikTok presence has surged by 263%, driven by popular products like the Beauty Balm Serum Boosted Skin Tint and Lip Velvet Liquid Lipstick.

CeraVe 

CeraVe made headlines with its viral Super Bowl ad featuring Michael Cera, resulting in a 12,000% spike in engagement. As the second-largest skin care brand in the mass market, CeraVe's product lineup—including its acclaimed cleansers and new acne and sunscreen offerings—continues to gain industry recognition.

Chanel 

Chanel remains a prestige leader, notably as the first fragrance brand to showcase at the Sphere in Las Vegas. It leads the U.S. beauty market and has top fragrances like Bleu de Chanel and Coco Mademoiselle. The brand is also expanding its innovation efforts across five global centers and nurturing new talent in cosmetics.

Clinique 

Clinique’s timeless appeal secures its top positions in skin care and makeup. Its classic products, such as Black Honey and Moisture Surge, remain favorites, with TikTok engagement up 286%. The brand’s 3-step routine continues to be a hit, with 27 million posts on the platform.

Dior 

Dior’s dominance extends beyond its Lady Dior bag to its men’s Sauvage fragrance, which leads U.S. sales and saw a 1,033% increase in social engagement last year. As the world’s largest fragrance brand, Dior also excels with popular products like Lip Glow Oil and Capture Totale skin care.

Dove 

Dove, the top mass beauty brand in the U.S., excels with its commitment to purpose and innovation. It leads in skin care and is the sixth-largest hair care brand globally. Celebrating 20 years of its Campaign for Real Beauty, Dove remains dedicated to authenticity in an age of AI.

E.l.f. Cosmetics 

E.l.f. continues to make waves in the beauty industry with its affordable, high-quality products, consistently appealing to a broad audience and staying relevant with innovative launches and marketing strategies.

Entertainment
Dan and Eugene Levy Set to Host the 76th Emmy Awards

The upcoming Emmy Awards will feature a family touch with Eugene and Dan Levy, the father-son duo from the Emmy-winning series Schitt's Creek, set to host the 76th ceremony. "After winning Emmys in a quarantine tent, hosting in a real theater is a thrilling opportunity for us," the Levys shared. Craig Erwich of Disney Television Group praised their comedic talent, while Television Academy Chair Cris Abrego expressed excitement about their hosting role. The ceremony will be held on September 15 on ABC, with streaming available the following day on Hulu.