

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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May 24, 2022 • 59min
The TikTok Drama With Jones Road's WTFoundation
Buckle up, we've got a lot to talk about! Kirbie & Sara are chatting about their favorite AAPI-owned beauty products for this week's WOYF, the sad news about Bite Beauty’s demise, and the drama surrounding Jones Road Beauty’s new WTFoundation. Plus, Kirbie gets quizzed on most popular perfumes according to Google, Instagram, and TikTok for Data Girl.Shop this episode 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.

May 20, 2022 • 1h 8min
Ally Maki Lives the Life We Wish We Had
If Kirbie and Sara could grow up to be anyone, they’d collectively be Ally Maki. The talented actress is on the podcast today sharing her journey from moving to LA at 14 and living among fellow kid actors (and also being in a girl group with the Haim sisters!) to starring in major movies and shows like Toy Story and HBO Max’s Hacks. Oh and no big deal — she also founded Asian American Girl Club, an organization dedicated to redefining what it means to be an Asian American woman today. We’re also talking about what beauty products she loves to use to keep her skin camera-ready and quite possibly the most impressive thing about her which involves knowing a certain boy bander Kirbie and Sara are obsessed with.Shop Ally's FavoritesGlossAngelesPod.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 18, 2022 • 51min
What to Pick Up from Half Magic, The "Forty-assance" and More
Finally, at long last, Half Magic Beauty has launched! Kirbie is waxing poetic about the one product you should pick up from the brand and we welcome Donni Davy back to share her vision as the brand's founder and creative director. In beauty news, Ole Henriksen's newest brand ambassador has Kirbie and Sara giddy — is the "Forty-Plus-assance" upon us, finally?! Also, don't forget Sunnies Face is now available in the states!Shop this episode here 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 13, 2022 • 31min
Sunnies Face is Coming to America! Why You'll Be Obsessed (With Founder Martine Ho)
Major news, Glams! Cult-favorite and Sara Tan-favorite Sunnies Face is FINALLY coming to the US! On today’s episode, we have creative director and co-founder Martine Ho on to share all of the exciting details, including where you can shop and how much the products will cost. Tune in and tell us if you are going to pick up some Fluffmattes for yourself on May 17th!Shop this episode 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.

May 10, 2022 • 43min
Founders are Leaving Their Legacy Brands, But Why?
So much to cover today. What's going on? Too Faced founder Jerrod Blandino’s exited the brand revealing he and partner Jeremey "aren't done yet." This is just one of the latest legacy brand founders to jump ship. But why? We're tackling Michelle Phan's bizarre Instagram behavior, revealing a new celebrity brand ambassadorship, and a major Haus Labs update! Plus, a new cream that helped soothe Sara's eczema-inflamed skin. 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.

May 3, 2022 • 49min
What's Going on With Haus Labs? Plus Influencer Drama and More News
We’re serving some piping hot tea this week! We’re talking about the Benefit Brow Search Drama, the cult-favorite brand that is *FINALLY* coming to the US, and a cosmetics brand involved in the Depp vs Heard case. We’re also back with some WOYFS — Kirbie is sharing her obsession with beloved makeup artist brand and Sara’s new favorite lipstick that’ll make you feel like you’re back in the 90s. Stay tuned until the end of the ep because we’re debuting a new game called STUDA that we hope you’ll play with us!Listen to The Eco Well's PodcastShop 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 26, 2022 • 35min
How to Get Beauty Products For Free (Yes, Really)
Lady Alison Icedcoffee-ton of Melroseshire and Lady Jessica Waterton of Prairieshire invite you to listen to today’s episode where they discuss a fabulous staycation with hairstylist and colorist Guy Tang, Glossier’s new partnership with Olivia Rodrigo, Pat McGrath’s foray into skincare, and how to get free beauty products from Buy Nothing Facebook groups. If you don’t know who these ladies are, be sure to listen to the top of the episode to find out.Shop this episode 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.

Apr 22, 2022 • 49min
Brands That Don't Work For Us and More of Your Questions, Answered
It’s maillllllbag time! On today’s episode, we’re answering your questions, from how we deal with self-comparison on social media to whether or not it’s safe to buy beauty products from discount chains. Kirbie and Sara are also spilling the tea on what popular brands just don’t work for them and what treatments and products they’d get if money was no object.Shop this episode 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.

Apr 19, 2022 • 45min
How to Fix Your Sunburn Sins and More Beauty News
So you got sunburned, eh? No judgements here. (Just don't let it happen again, k?) We're kicking off this episode recounting Sara's trip to Hawaii which leads into the bounty of sunburns she personally witnessed. There's a few do's and major don'ts to heed when you've been attacked by the sun, so get your pen and notebook or Notes app ready. In headlines, 2022 saw a huge boom in this particular sector of the beauty industry. Kirbie reveals a cosmetic procedure she recently had done, Theragun has entered the beauty space, and yes, we've heard about HBO Max's "Not So Pretty." We're discussing our initial thoughts before watching the series and have a homework assignment for you, Glamgelenos: watch all four episodes and send us your questions so we can discuss on next vFriday's pod!Shop this episode 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.

Apr 15, 2022 • 41min
Fixing a Broken Moisture Barrier With Jordan Samuel
Dead skin cell aren't bad. Is your mind already blown? Then you're going to love our discussion with Jordan Samuel. The brand founder and facialist has a cult following and he's been on the moisture barrier train long before it became a 2022 trend. Jordan will outline how to take care of your barrier, what a "broken" barrier presents as, and his opinion on an ideal skincare routine for glowing, happy skin. After the episode, head over to our Instagram to enter a skincare consult and free products for Jordan or use code GLOSSANGELES on JordanSamuelSkin.com for 15% off your purchase!Shop this episode 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.