

Gloss Angeles
Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan
Co-hosts and longtime beauty journalists Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan give their perspective on all things makeup, skincare, and wellness at the intersection of pop culture and entertainment. Experts in the field and friends IRL, they pull back the curtain on trends, treatments and popular products — all the things you're likely searching or watching on TikTok. (They'd know — they've spent 10 years creating and optimizing editorial content for mainstream digital beauty publishers.) Tuesday episodes reveal the most notable beauty headlines with informed takes while Friday episodes feature guests from experts in the industry to celebrity spokespeople, including Hailey Bieber, Halsey, Selena Gomez; Dr. Jason Diamond, Danessa Myricks, Mario Dedivanovic, The Lipstick Lesbians and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 2, 2023 • 44min
How Annie Lawless's Autoimmune Diagnoses Lead Her to Create Two Beloved Brands
Annie Lawless has created not one but two explosive brands in her career, including Lawless, a fan-favorite Sephora-exclusive cosmetics line. Annie's untraditional foray into the beauty industry perhaps gives her a leg-up on her competitors — she went from selling in prestige grocery stores to creating makeup. Annie details how her career was heavily influenced by the autoimmune diseases she was diagnosed with as a child, and how that lead her to create a brand that could compete with the high-end legacy brands that were free of traditional ingredients she was looking to avoid. Listen to how Annie grew her first business — sold it — and what types of performance-based ingredients set Lawless apart. Shop Annie's episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 23, 2023 • 35min
Will Beyoncé Bring a Renaissance to Haircare?
We are entering our Beyoncé haircare era, Glams! On today’s episode, we discuss the exciting news that Queen Bey is launching her own beauty brand. We also chat about Martha Stewart’s glam photoshoot for ‘Sports Illustrated’ and her interesting remarks about plastic surgery. Plus, we ask a very important question: How does James Marsden still look as good as he did as in ‘The Notebook?’GlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 19, 2023 • 52min
Makeup Artist and Hollywood Historian Erin Parsons Wants Us to "Embrace the Fantasy"
Erin Parsons has captivated TikTok, Youtube and Instagram with her incredible historically-accurate makeup tutorials and fascinating makeup recipe recreations. Prior to amassing nearly 3 million followers across those platforms, she was obsessed with classic movies and makeup, leading her to assist Dame Pat McGrath and eventually work with supermodels like Gigi Hadid and Gisele, all of the top fashion magazines, and become Maybelline's Global Makeup Artist. She joins Kirbie on the pod to discuss how people consumed makeup back in days of Marilyn Monroe and how stars really "sold the fantasy" before things like high definition cameras came into the picture, how researching and learning about makeup has helped her to procure some iconic cosmetic artifacts — like pieces from Monroe's actual makeup kit — what she hopes we bring back from the early aughts, and her favorite drugstore makeup recommendations.Shop Erin's picks hereSubscribe to Erin's Youtube channelGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 16, 2023 • 41min
What is the Dyson Airstrait? Plus, Sun Care Trends We'll See More of In 2023
We’re talking hair and sun care on today’s episode, specifically the newest tool from Dyson and the latest findings about SPF and tanning for 2023. Would we spend $500 on a blow dryer-meets-straightener? Hear our collective four cents. Trend predictor and data research firm SPATE asked our very own Kirbie to analyze the findings of their recent report on sun care and tanning — we discuss what the data is actually saying about the state of the beauty consumer. You might be surprised to find out the brands that are topping the charts! Shop this episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL OR TEXT US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 12, 2023 • 42min
Mary and Audrey From Dove's Viral Self-Esteem Project Video Share Their Story
CW/TW: This episode features conversation about Mother’s Day and eating disorders. We’re celebrating Mother’s Day with two very special guests: Mary and Audrey Esposito, the daughter and mother who were featured in the most recent Dove Self-Esteem campaign we spoke about a few episodes ago. In today’s episode, Mary and Audrey share how they connected with Dove in the first place, how they felt when they first saw the film, and how this experience helped each of them better understand one other and ultimately strengthened their relationship overall. Follow Mary:@shoppurplepear@moneywithmary1@itsmaryevaShop Audrey and Mary's episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 9, 2023 • 38min
We Rate Chat GPT's Beauty Advice! Plus More Tarte Trip Drama
Another day, another over-the-top Tarte influencer trip that’s got everyone talking over on TikTok. On today’s episode, Kirbie and Sara are breaking down exactly why some people are upset with the beauty brand. We also discuss Beauty Independent’s article on how “reef-safe” sunscreen continues to mean nothing and rate ChatGPT’s beauty advice. Spoiler alert: AI doesn’t know it all!GlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 5, 2023 • 54min
The Consumer Perception of Black-Owned Brands With Briogeo Founder & CEO Nancy Twine
Nancy Twine is the Founder and CEO of Briogeo, likely one of your favorite haircare brands. Nancy launched Briogeo in Sephora 10 years ago as the youngest African-American woman to have her brand carried at the retailer. Today, she joins Kirbie to chat about what it was like launching the haircare line after leaving a stable job on Wall Street, how different the "green" category was a decade ago, the consumer perception of Black-owned brands, and why she feels it's her responsbility to invest in upcoming Black-owned brands. Shop Nancy's episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 2, 2023 • 59min
The Proof Between the Power of Fragrance and Memory with Elle Beauty Editor Margaux Anbouba
Happy May! Before we get into today's episode, we'd like to share that we will be discussing Moms and specifically parental death as it pertains to memory. If this is not something you wish to hear, please pass on this episode! Margaux Anbouba, beauty editor at Elle, joins the pod as a guest co-host today to discuss her recent story in the magazine's latest issue. The Scent of My Mother shares what she learned in researching the story and how her late mother's fragrance specifically helps her to conjure up memories she may have lost since her passing. But before we dive into that, Margaux shares her WOYFs — which are excellent — and Met Gala opinions. Later, Kirbie, Sara and Margaux commentate on two beauty-centric videos for a TikTALK.Shop Margaux's episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 25, 2023 • 49min
Do You Think There's a Quality Crisis in the Beauty Industry?
It’s been a minute since we’ve shared our WOYFs, so Kirbie and Sara kick off the episode with a couple of their current faves including an addictive plumping lipgloss and a genius depuffing tool. In beauty headlines, we’re discussing Beauty Independent's story about if the beauty industry is having a quality crisis and detailing Sephora’s new partnership with Pact that allows you to bring all your empty beauty containers to be recycled. Shop this episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 2023 • 45min
The Most Popular Facial Sunscreens, According to You
You know we love sunscreen 365 days of the year, but summer is upon us, which means it’s time to double down on our SPF. And we were curious — how much are you willing to spend on facial sunscreen? And which ones are you constantly reaching for? If one thing’s for sure, it’s that Glams are passionate about sun protection! On today’s episode, we’re discussing all the sunscreens you shared via comment, text, and hotline voicemail. You might be surprised to hear your top picks!Shop your favorite sunscreen picks hereGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://linktr.ee/glossangelespodCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.comWatch our episodes!CALL or TEXT US: 424-341-0426Instagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.