

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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Jan 8, 2021 • 37min
Brad Mondo on Underrated Hair Products, His Reality as an Internet Superstar, Plus Your Hair Questions
Brad Mondo typically reacts to videos of people doing things like ombre-ing their hair at home with box dye or critiquing makeovers from shows like America's Next Top Model, but today the hairdresser is reacting to his current reality as an internet sensation. With over 6 million subscribers on Youtube, Brad discusses how he keeps his sanity when dealing with both the blessing and curse of social media fame, growing up the son of a salon owner, launching his own brand and answers some of your most-asked hair questions.Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Jan 5, 2021 • 46min
Halsey's Beauty Brand, Slugging Your Skin, and The Droplette: Here's Everything You Need to Know to Kick Off 2021
Do you *have* to use the NuFace gel primer? Why does your sunscreen pill after your skincare regimen is applied? Is the Droplette going to be the biggest beauty game changer of 2021? And who really should be rubbing Vaseline on their skin? We're answering all these questions in today's episode. Plus, one special makeup artist is recognized as a Dame by the Queen herself, and in celeb beauty launch news, another pop star has created a beauty brand — and we're actually excited for it. Tune in and let us know your thoughts!Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Dec 18, 2020 • 42min
Lisa Eldridge Schools Us on the History of the World Before Makeup
Lisa Eldridge, professional makeup artist and founder of her eponymous makeup line, discusses makeup history, her vintage cosmetics collection, products that don't exist, and her go-to drugstore beauty brands. The hosts also talk about self-image, college break encounters, adapting to the Zoom lifestyle, the thrill of finding vintage makeup treasures, embracing natural beauty, makeup preferences, and gratitude.

Dec 15, 2020 • 50min
The Best Product Launches of 2020 (In Our Humble Opinion) + Our End of Year Giveaway!
Even though we thought this year would never end, we made it! It’s our last Tuesday episode of the year, so we’re reflecting on all of our favorite beauty moments and products of 2020. From the Pull Up or Shut Up campaign to the launch of 1,000 celebrity beauty brands, we’re discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly. Plus, we recap our top 3 favorite launches of the year — can you guess our picks? We also want to thank all of our loyal listeners for tuning in and supporting us week after week. As a small thank you, you and your BFF can each win $150 gift card to Sephora or Ulta — your pick! Check out our Instagram for details on how you can enter. Be sure to listen to today’s episode and tell us — what was your favorite beauty product of 2020? Follow us! @glossangelespod @kirbiejohnson @saratanSend us a message at glossangelespod.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.

Dec 11, 2020 • 1h
The 2021 Trend Predictions Report With Fat Mascara (Plus It's out 100th Episode!)
Celebrating the 100th episode, Gloss Angeles invites Jennifer Sullivan and Jessica Matlin of Fat Mascara to discuss 2021 beauty trends. Topics include skincare influencers, 'inflamaging', faster FDA approval for sunscreen ingredients, and the importance of sustainability in the beauty industry.

Dec 8, 2020 • 51min
A Sunscreen Controversy Like No Other, JLo's Secret Sauce Has Been Unveiled, and Sephora is Coming to Kohl's in This Week's Headlines
A sunscreen controversy. The secret to JLO’s glowy skin. Sephora x…Kohl’s?! There is no shortage of riveting beauty news to discuss this week, so grab a festive beverage of choice and tune in to hear Kirbie and Sara’s hot takes (plus some #WhatsOnYourFace goodies we think you might want to put on your holiday wishlist). Watch 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.

Dec 4, 2020 • 55min
You've Got Mail: How to Mix Retinol With Other Ingredients, Why Physical Exfoliants Aren't the Devil and More From Our Listener Mail Bag!
Before Sara unexpectedly went into labor, we were planning on doing our first Gloss Angeles Mailbag episode where we wanted to answer questions that were submitted through our Instagram. We had to hit pause for a few weeks, but we’re finally getting to your burning questions, covering everything from what exfoliants you should be using, how to use ingredients together and how you can get your start in the beauty journalism biz. Listen to see if your question got answered! We’ll be doing this regularly, so hit us with your questions for our next mailbag episode! Watch 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.

Dec 1, 2020 • 1h 2min
The Best Beauty Gifts to Give and Ask For This Year (Because 2020 Should End on a High Note)
Deck the halls with beauty products! We are back with our annual gift guide and this year, we’re keeping it simple. In this episode, we’re breaking down 14 products we would give (or like to receive!) this holiday season. From a $15 makeup brush set to a $200 LED mask, there’s definitely something for every beauty lover on your list (and every budget).Access our gift doc here!Watch 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.

Nov 24, 2020 • 57min
Mascaras, Devices and La Mer: How to Navigate and Score Big Black Friday/Cyber Monday Beauty Deals
Turn up the holiday trap music, grab a cozy blanket, and get those credit cards ready — Black Friday and Cyber Monday are upon us! On today’s special episode, we’re going through the best and most exciting deals you should shop this week, from your favorite retailers to essential brands, tools and more. Some sales are starting as early as today, while others won’t go live until after your Thanksgiving meal. Either way, you won’t have to wait until these sales go live — we’re giving you a head start with a handy little cheat sheet. Listen to this episode to hear what retailers, brands, and products Kirbie and Sara highly suggest you check out when online shopping this holiday weekend.Check out our episode doc here!Watch 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.

Nov 20, 2020 • 53min
The 23-Year-Old Founders of Topicals on the Link Between Chronic Skin Conditions and Your Mental Health
Olamide Olowe and Claudia Teng are not your typical beauty brand founders. They’re young (Gen Z, represent), they’re women of color, and they are encouraging their customers to embrace their chronic skin conditions. While Topicals’ products are made with scientifically-proven ingredients aimed to help issues like eczema, rosacea, and acne, they aren’t meant to “fix” your skin. Olamide and Claudia want their fans to know that flare-ups can be fun or at the very least, not the end of the world. That said, their hero products — Faded, a brightening gel and Like Butter, a hydrating mask — are amazing. We are both huge fans and we are not alone — the brand launched in August and has already amassed a large, loyal following. During our conversation, Olamide and Claudia share how they came to launch Topicals, what they think the beauty industry gets wrong about chronic skin conditions, and why mental health is such an important part of their brand.Watch 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.