

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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Oct 19, 2021 • 45min
Behind-the-Scenes of Hocus Pocus With Special Effects Artist Tony Gardner (GA Rewind)
We're bringing you a replay of one of our favorite episodes: 2020's Halloween conversation featuring Tony Gardner, acclaimed special effects artists and notably the man behind some of the amazing characters of Hocus Pocus! Kirbie chats with Tony about transforming character actor Doug Jones into Billy Butcherson, how Binx the cat was brought to life, and some work they sketched that never made it into the film. Enjoy Glamgelenos -- we'll be back on Friday with a fresh episode.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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 2021 • 1h
Reasons You're Grinding Your Teeth and Clenching Your Jaw With Cosmetic Dentist Victoria Veytsman
If you've noticed you're clenching your mouth on the regular, or perhaps wake up with a sore jaw or even a headache, chances are you grind your teeth and clench your jaw — and could possibly have TMD. We recruited one of our favorite dentists. Dr. Victoria Veytsman, to detail exactly why we clench and grind, some considerations to think about to help mitigate these issues, and also discuss veneers, why teeth shift, the importance of a mouth guard, and all of her favorite at-home oral care products.All of Dr. V's RecommendationsGlossangelespod.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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 2021 • 40min
Is a Meghan Markle Beauty Line in the Works? Plus Sara's Experience With PRP and More
Glams, huge news. First off, Kirbie and Sara are losing it over the thought of Selena Gomez and Chris Evans dating. What would their celebrity couple name be? Sara then shares her experience getting PRP injected into her face with Dr. Jason Diamond, one of LA's top plastic surgeons. In not-so-shocking news, Sara recommends yet another body product. We're fine with it -- has she steered us wrong before? (No.) In headlines, we share our first impressions of Ellen Degeneres's new skin care line, Kind Science, which lead us to another piece of interesting news: Meghan Markle recently met with the co-founder of cosmetics giant Guthy-Renker. Is a Duchess brand in the works? We also make a case as to why you should start your holiday shopping this week and expand upon the news that JCPenney Beauty will start offering mass, massteige and prestige beauty products starting this month.Watch our episodes!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 8, 2021 • 42min
Feet Killing You? Talking Filler, Lasers and All About Foot Health With Dr. Brad Schaeffer
Lasers. Botox. Fillers. We talk about these treatments all the time for your face, but did you know you could get them for your feet?! We didn't either until we met Dr. Brad Schaeffer, TikTok-famous podiatrist and star of TLC's 'My Feet Are Killing Me.' We have Dr. Brad on today's pod to talk to us all about the latest aesthetic services you can get for your feet, the difference between a medical-grade pedicure and the one you get at a nail salon, and tips for achieving the healthiest and sexiest feet of your life.Shop all of Dr. Brad's recommendations hereGlossangelespod.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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 1, 2021 • 57min
Managing and Formulating For Sensitive Skin with Tower 28's Amy Liu
We love all of the brands that we talk about here on Gloss Angeles, but we have a special place in our hearts for the ones that are founded in LA! And there's nothing more LA than Tower28, a brand that celebrates the diversity and beauty of our city and sensitive skin. (Fun fact: it’s also a lifeguard tower in Santa Monica!). On today's ep, we have CEO and founder Amy Liu on to tell us why she wanted to launch her own brand after working for companies like Josie Maran and Kate Somerville, why making products for sensitive skin was so important to her, and the 411 on the brand's new and exciting product SunnyDays, the first coerage product approved by the National Eczema Association.Shop all of the products mentioned in this episode hereGlossangelespod.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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 28, 2021 • 40min
Coolsculpting: What You Need to Know About Linda Evangelista's Treatment Disaster
On today's episode, Kirbie and Sara discover Zoom's Studio Effects feature, where the application adds lipstick, brows and facial hair to your image. Kirbie dives into the launch of Facile Skin, her dermatologist's new brand that's been years in the making, and highlights why she thinks this is a different take on a dermatologist-founded brand. In headlines, Sara breaks down the upcoming CVS sale and the launch of Kylie Baby, Kirbie explains her experience with Coolsculpting and what exactly happened with Linda Evangelista, and both reveal their #1 favorite eyebrow pencil for Glamgeleno Alex, who texted the hotline!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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: 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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: 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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: 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!Shop our episodesInstagram: @glossangelspod | TikTok: @glossangelespodEmail: glossangelespodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


