

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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Sep 24, 2021 • 53min
Jenna Ushkowitz is Here! Talking Wedding Prep, Treatments and, of course, Glee
GLEEK HIVE RISE UP! It’s a big day over here at Gloss Angeles HQ: we are joined by the woman behind Tina Cohen-Chang — singer, actress, and Tony award-winning producer Jenna Ushkowitz!!! Jenna recently got married (she was the cover star for BRIDES’ new digital magazine launch!) and shared her best bridal beauty tips, from what you should consider when you’re thinking about your glam to who should be in the room with you getting ready. Of course, we had to talk to Jenna about her Glee days too — you don’t want to miss out on all the Glee tea, Glams! Tune in now.Shop Jenna's RoutineGlossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Sep 22, 2021 • 48min
Smashbox is Selling Becca Products! Plus a Possible La Mer Dupe in This Week's SuperWOYF Episode
On today’s ep, we’re chatting about Smashbox’s adoption of BECCA, how TikTok made a 50-year-old lipstick go viral, and the popular cosmetic procedure Chrissy Teigen recently got. And because we’re loving what’s been on our faces recently, we’ve got a stacked super #WOYF coming at ya feautring a possible dupe for La Mer, Sara's new holy grail eyebrow gel, a product to make your winged liner troubles fade away, and a designer foundation worth every penny. Tune in now! Check out Black Honey dupes here and all of the products from SuperWOYF here!Glossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Sep 17, 2021 • 1h 9min
Juicy Makeup Artist Secrets Shared With the Magical Monika Blunder
Jessica Alba. Megan Fox. Gemma Chan. Amanda Seyfried. What do these gorgeous, famous faces have in common? Monika Blunder’s makeup artistry! And lucky us, we’ve got the talented MUA herself on the pod today. Tune in to hear Monika talk about her upbringing in Austria, her first celebrity client (a major ‘00s model), her secret for radiant, red carpet-worthy skin, and some JUICY industry intel that surprised Kirbie and Sara. 🤭 Plus, you won’t want to miss her epic #WOYFs that’ll influence you to get your booty to Sephora.Shop every product mentioned in this episodeGlossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Sep 14, 2021 • 55min
Two Major Celebrity Brands Announced, Plus The Most-Searched Wedding Hairstyles in This Week's Headlines
Two major celebrity brands were announced last week! We reveal all the juicy details of Lolavie and r.e.m. beauty. Sara quizzes Kirbie on the most-searched celebrity wedding hairstyles on Data Girl, and we have a WOYF that's sure to help calm your tired, irritated skin — brought to you by our friends at StriVectin.Shop all the products discussed in this episodeGlossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Sep 10, 2021 • 53min
Everything You Need to Know About Chemical Peels With Dr. Dennis Gross
If you’re on the hunt for smooth, glowy, baby-soft skin, chemical peels are at the top of the list of esthetician-recommended options. But peels can be intimidating — how exactly do they work? How do you know what type is best for you? And how can you avoid a Samantha Jones moment?! Renowned dermatologist and pioneer of peels Dr. Dennis Gross is our guest today and he’s demystifying everything you need to know about the popular skincare treatment. Shop everything from this episodeGlossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Sep 3, 2021 • 37min
What's On YOUR Face? We Asked, You Delivered
You’ve heard us wax poetic about what’s on our faces for the last two years, but what we really want to know is what’s been on YOUR faces, Glamgelenos. We asked you to share your #WOYFs and lucky us — you’ve been calling the hotline! On today’s very special episode, we’re sharing some incredible products our community has been loving lately. Tune in to hear about a hair gel you can use as a brow setter, an under-the-radar mascara, and a designer cuticle cream Kirbie and Sara are *adding to cart*. Don’t forget to call our hotline and share your #WOYFs so we can include them on our next mailbag episode!Shop everything mentioned in this episodeGlossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Aug 31, 2021 • 38min
The Magic Behind Peter Thomas Roth's Sold-Out Eye Cream, JVN's New Brand and Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty Sale
If you’ve been on TikTok, Twitter, or Instagram this past week, there’s a very high chance you watched a video of a woman in her 50s dabbing on eye cream, which made her very visible bags under her eyes disappear in a matter of a few minutes. The video has gone absolutely viral because it’s so unbelievable, the woman in question is being accused of witchcraft. The magical product she credits for her instantaneous transformation? Peter Thomas Roth's Instant Firmx Eye Cream. In today’s episode, we discuss why it isn’t sorcery and what ingredient is actually making her puffiness subside and her loose skin tighten in seconds. Tune in to hear our thoughts, plus other exciting beauty news including Hermes Beauty’s gorgeous new nail polish collection, JVN’s new hair care brand, and the must-shop sales from Ulta Beauty’s 21 Days of Beauty.Shop all of the products mentioned in this episodeGlossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Aug 27, 2021 • 1h 1min
How Working at Glossier and Sephora Equipped Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye for Beauty Domination
You've no doubt seen Ami Colé all over your Instagram lately, and it's for good reason: the Senegalese-inspired, Harlem-born brand is absolutely gorgeous, from the packaging to the formulations. Sara previously sang its praises when she chose it as a recent #WOYF. So how did Ami Colé emerge successful in such a competitive landscape? Two words: Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye. We're chatting with the founder, CEO, and mastermind behind the brand that's winning over beauty lovers with three simple, yet luxe products: the Skin-Enhancing Tint, the Lip Treatment Oil, and the Light-Catching Highlighter. Tune in to hear Diarrha talk about her early years working as a Sephora cast member, what she learned about brand-building during her time at Glossier, and her epic Rihanna story.Shop all products from this episodeGlossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Aug 25, 2021 • 34min
A Skincare Scanner for Hyperpigmentation, Guyliner is Back, Plus More Buzzy Headlines
Pinterest adds a new hair search function, Lil Huddy teams up with Glamnetic on some nail stickers that’ll get you excited for Halloween, and candle drama! We’re covering the latest headlines in beauty on today’s episode. Plus, the innovative device that Kirbie thinks will be a game-changer for those with hyperpigmentation. Also: if you called in about the mystery Cardi B. product, check your email! We haven't heard back from the first caller.Shop everything mentioned in this episodeGlossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.

Aug 20, 2021 • 40min
Hair Aging and Mild-to-Severe Hair Loss Tips With Melisse Shaban of Virtue Labs
It's National Hair Loss Awareness Month, so we’re talking with the founder of one of our favorite haircare brands — Melisse Shaban of Virtue Labs. Melisse is sharing her hair wisdom with us, from how to deal with hair loss, the only ingredient FDA-approved to grow hair, plus how men and women's hair loss differs. She also discusses the innovative ingredient in Virtue's products — Alpha Keratin 60ku —that's done wonders for Kirbie & Sara's hair.Shop everything from this episode: https://shopmyshelf.us/collections/17344Glossangelespod.comCall us: 424-341-0426Shop product from our episodesFacebook: Gloss Angeles (Join our group: Gloss Angeles Glamgelenos)Instagram: @glossangelespod, @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.