Accessibly Ever After – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, Kailey and Ashton introduce Accessibly Ever After and share what inspired the podcast. They reflect on their personal stories and the experiences that shaped their perspective on accessible beauty. Together, they outline what listeners can expect as the show explores accessibility in the cosmetic industry and how to make beauty work for real people.

In this episode, Kailey and Ashton discuss Rare Beauty’s launch at Ulta and explore accessibility across beauty packaging, formulas, and retail spaces. They break down real wins, ongoing barriers, and why thoughtful, inclusive design matters for disabled consumers and benefits everyone.

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Links: 

The Brick - https://www.getbrick.app/ASHTON29626 

Rare Beauty’s Lip Gloss  - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581310 

Rare Eau de Parfum - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581532 

Rare Beauty’s Brow Gel - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581584 

Rare Beauty’s Hydrating Body Mousse to Oil - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581623 

Rare Beauty’s New Powder Bronzer - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581648 

Dieux Skin’s Squeeze Key - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581727 

Dieux Skin’s Deliverance Serum - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581764 

Dieux Skin’s Instant Angel Moisturizer  - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581792 

Dieux Skin’s Air Angel Moisturizer - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581814 

Merit’s Lipsticks - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581918 

Merit’s Skin Tint - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581962 

Merit’s Tubing Mascara - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581998 

About-Face’s Skin Tint - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40872671 

About-Face’s Face Paint - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40872689 

Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @WishingWellCollective @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden

Contact Us: contact@wishingwellco.com

In this episode, Kailey and Ashton take a closer look at new beauty launches through an accessibility lens, unpacking how packaging, formulas, and design choices impact real people. They discuss recent releases from Ilia, Jones Road Beauty, and Revolution, touching on everything from sticky glosses to pumps, squeeze keys, claps, and limited shade ranges. Along the way, they share real-world tips for navigating finicky packaging, highlight accessibility wins, and point out areas where brands can continue to grow.

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Links: 

DIY Miniature Fair Tree House - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583521 

Ilia Overglaze Hydrating Lip Gloss - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583497 

Jones Road Beauty Body Lotion - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583588 

Jones Road Beauty Body Scrub - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583606 

Jones Road Beauty Shower Gel - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583636 

Ciele Blush - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583678 

Fenty Beauty Body Scrub - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583695 

Revolution Powder Pops Instant Blur Setting Power - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583711 

Makeup Forever’s Artist Crayon in Wherever Walnut - https://go.shopmy.us/p-40583753 

Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden

Contact Us: contact@wishingwellco.com

We’re kicking off this episode by sharing our surprise announcement: a new monthly minisode series featuring conversations with guests who are shaping accessibility in the beauty industry.

This month, beauty creator and disability advocate Steffi Gonzalez joins us for an honest discussion about representation, retail accessibility, and what universal design should really look like in the beauty space. 

From becoming the first Latina creator selected for the Sephora Squad to navigating store layouts and packaging that doesn't work, Steffi shares her lived experience in the beauty industry. She opens up about setting boundaries as a disabled creator and why accessible design doesn't have to be clinical, it just has to start somewhere. 

Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @WishingWellCollective, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden, @TheRealSteffiG

Contact us: contact@wishingwellco.com

Contact Steffi: steffi@kannco.com

In this episode, Kailey and Ashton discuss Olive & June’s launch at Ulta through an accessible lens. They break down what works, where there’s room to grow, and why tools like the Poppy highlight the power of universal design. The episode features a community Q&A with low-cost, practical beauty adaptations you can try at home plus their weekly crowns and curses. 

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Links: 

Olive & June Poppy - https://www.ulta.com/p/poppy-universal-nail-polish-bottle-handle

Olive & June Nail Polish Remover Pot - https://www.ulta.com/p/acetone-free-nail-polish-remover-pot

Olive & June The Pedi System - https://oliveandjune.com/collections/the-system/products/the-pedi-system

Olive & June Builder Gel Polish - https://go.shopmy.us/p-42280474 

Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @WishingWellCollective, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden

Contact Us: contact@wishingwellco.com

In this episode, Kailey and Ashton share new beauty launches, from fragrance drops and haircare to multifunctional lip products, highlighting what feels thoughtful and what still creates barriers. They also explore a bigger question: how can consumers tell if a brand truly cares about accessibility? From mission statements and marketing to representation and long term systemic change, they unpack the difference between performative inclusion and meaningful action. 

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Links: 

Noyz Only Human Mylk de Parfum - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43450805 

Phlur Matcha Milk Hair and Body Milk - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43450936 

Phlur Berry Cream Hair and Body Milk - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43450991 

Rhode Caffeine Reset Sculpting Cream Mask - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43451061 

Rhode Peptide Lip Boost Plumping Lip Mask - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43451110 

e.l.f. and H&M Fragrance Collection (Camo Blend Nude Canvas) - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43451127 

e.l.f. and H&M Fragrance Collection (Halo Glow) - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43451185 

e.l.f. and H&M Fragrance Collection (Power Grip) - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43451232 

Uni. Haircare Line - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43451272 

Fwee Easy Lazy Lip Liner - https://go.shopmy.us/p-43451323 

Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @WishingWellCollective, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden

Contact Us: contact@wishingwellco.com

In this episode, Kailey and Ashton check in with their weekly crowns and curses before diving into recent beauty launches through an accessibility lens. They discuss products from Laneige, First Aid Beauty, and Dae, breaking down how packaging details like pumps, buttons, caps, texture, surface area, fragrance, and visual contrast impact real-world usability. 

They also unpack conversations around Ulta Beauty World, including demand, crowding, and how large-scale beauty events can unintentionally exclude disabled consumers. The episode closes with Ask The Collective, where they answer a listener's question about what to look for when shopping for accessible beauty online and share practical tips on evaluating packaging, researching products, and advocating for clearer brand communication. 

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Links: 

Neo Blurring Loose Finishing Powder from Laniege - https://go.shopmy.us/p-41599181 

Ultra Gentle Cream-to-Foam Face Cleanser with Colloidal Oatmeal from First Aid Beauty - https://go.shopmy.us/p-41599224 

Fairy Blaster Dry Texturizing Spray from Dae - https://go.shopmy.us/p-41599258 

Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @WishingWellCollective, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden

Contact Us: contact@wishingwellco.com

Description: In this episode of Accessibly Ever After, Kailey Waskall and Ashton McGrady break down recent beauty launches through an accessibility lens, analyzing how product design and packaging choices impact real-world usability for disabled and chronically ill beauty lovers.

They review new releases from Milk Makeup, Ellis Brooklyn, Good Molecules, Fenty Beauty, Makeup Revolution, r.e.m. beauty, Gisou, and CYKLAR, exploring how packaging features like pumps, stick applicators, refill systems, and grip-friendly shapes can make products easier (or harder) to use.

Kailey and Ashton highlight accessibility wins in beauty packaging, unpack where design decisions still create barriers, and share their honest reactions to the latest launches across skincare, makeup, fragrance, and body care.

They also celebrate the launch of the very first episode of Accessibly Ever After and thank listeners for supporting a new conversation in the beauty industry about inclusive design, accessible packaging, and beauty products that work for real people.

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Links: 

Cyklar - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396340 

Gisou Honey Gloss Ceramide Therapy Hydrating Shampoo - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396387 

Gisou Honey Gloss Ceramide Therapy Hydrating Conditioner - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396431 

Milk Makeup Hydro Grip 12-Hour Hydrating Gel Stick Concealer - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396463 

Ellis Brooklyn Body and Body Fragrance Mists - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396481 

Good Molecules Matcha Dual-phase Cleansing Oil - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396537 

r.e.m. beauty Mélange à Trois Blush & Highlight Stick - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396562 

Revolution Beauty Blush Icon Palette - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396597 

Fenty Beauty Butta Drop Hydrating Body Milk - https://go.shopmy.us/p-47396627 

Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @WishingWellCollective, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden

Contact Us:contact@wishingwellco.com

In this episode of Accessibly Ever After, Kailey and Ashton break down the accessibility of new beauty launches from Makeup by Mario, Byoma, Snif, Kylie Cosmetics, Party of You, and the playful Cocokind x Olipop lip balm collab. They take a closer look at makeup packaging, usability, and accessible beauty design, unpacking what actually works and what still creates barriers for disabled and chronically ill beauty lovers. They also answer a listener question: What do you do when makeup is emotionally fun but physically exhausting? From grip strength and fatigue to simplifying your routine with multi-use products, the conversation explores how to make beauty more accessible in real life. Expect practical tips, lived experience, and honest conversation about accessible makeup, disability in the beauty industry, and making beauty routines work for you.

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Links: 

Makeup By Mario Jelly Jar Lip & Cheek Balm - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709355 

Byoma Bio-Collagen Radiance Facial Mask - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709369 

Kylie Cosmetics Cosmic Kylie Jenner Intense Eau de Parfum - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709383 

Snif Swede Tooth Eau de Toilette - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709396 

Snif Naughty Nonna Eau de Toilette - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709402 

Snif Soda Snob Eau de Toilette - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709417 

Cocokind x Olipop ceramide lip blur balms - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709429 

Party of You Security Blanket Plush Hug Lip Balm - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709456 

Party of You Soft Spread Hydrating Butter Cream - https://go.shopmy.us/p-45709467 

Socials:  @AccessiblyEverAfter, @WishingWellCollective, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden

Contact us: contact@wishingwellco.com

Description: In this minisode of Accessibly Ever After, we’re joined by Selena, an occupational therapist and doctoral student specializing in accessibility in the beauty industry. Selena shares her journey through a non-traditional OT path and how her clinical perspective intersects with beauty, product design, and disability advocacy. Together, we explore the real gaps in accessible beauty products, from packaging and usability to representation in marketing and brand messaging.

We dive into why accessible beauty is not a niche, but a necessity, especially for disabled, chronically ill, and neurodivergent consumers who are often overlooked in product development. Selena breaks down how occupational therapy principles like ergonomics, fine motor support, and energy conservation can directly inform more inclusive beauty design. We also talk about the role OTs can play in consulting with brands, improving accessibility standards, and advocating for more inclusive systems across the beauty industry.

If you care about accessible beauty, inclusive product design, disability representation, and the future of beauty innovation, this episode is for you. Whether you’re a beauty lover, content creator, occupational therapist, or brand professional, this conversation offers practical insights and a fresh perspective on how we can build a more inclusive beauty space.

Research Study on Applying Makeup and Increased Brain Activity: https://www.scirp.org/pdf/jcdsa_2021060714050190.pdf

Selena’s Project: https://wp.nyu.edu/ap_classes_dat_f22/team2/

Socials:  @AccessiblyEverAfter, @WishingWellCollective, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden, @b.selena_

Selena’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com 

Contact Selena: sob235@nyu.edu

Contact Us: contact@wishingwellco.com