

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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Apr 20, 2021 • 36min
Sunscreen News: TSA Regulation, Krave Beauty's Beet Shield Gets Discontinued, and Gwyneth Paltrow's Unfortunate Application
It's been a minute since we've filled you in on beauty news, Glamgelenos! This week, Kirbie and Sara are talking all things sunscreen. What's the deal with traveling with SPF? We're giving you the latest from the TSA. If you're still confused why Krave Beauty's Beet Shield is being pulled off the shelves, we're breaking down exactly why. Last, but not least, we're discussing Gwyneth Paltrow's controversial sunscreen application method because of course we had to. Plus, a new brow gel from Kosas that both Sara and Kirbie are obsessed with.Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Apr 16, 2021 • 36min
What You Need to Know about Recycling Your Beauty Products
Today we’re covering one of the most discussed and confusing topics when it comes to beauty and sustainability: RECYCLING! What are you supposed to do with all those empty dry shampoo bottles? Can you really recycle those eyeshadow palettes? And what exactly is the mobius loop? Kirbie and Sara break down everything you need to know when it comes to recycling your empty beauty goods, from how to read the labels to what caps and nozzles need to be removed or kept on when tossing in the trash. Plus, we're recommending a few brands to keep your eye on for when you DODOHO!Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Apr 13, 2021 • 46min
Changing the "Hair-attive" Around Britney Spears Shaving Her Head with Dunzo!'s Troy McEady
Do you think about Britney Spears? Like, in general? It’s no secret Kirbie does — A LOT. In our second podswap of the month, we have the host of Dunzo!, Troy McEady, on to discuss Britney and the conversation that revolves around her hair. Dunzo! revisits celebrity relationships you thought you knew everything about. A true pop culture historian with a memory like a steel trap, Troy discusses those pop culture moments of yesteryear that live rent-free in your head. From album reviews to deep dives on your favorite celebrity romances (or showmances, if you will), Troy is a respected voice in the industry and we’re thrilled to have him as our guest!Today we’re covering everything from where the conservatorship stands today to what Britney shaving her head signified in her life and in her career, and why we should rethink the narrative — or hairattive, if you will — that was shaped around that moment in time.Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Apr 9, 2021 • 37min
Which Product is the Biggest Source of Waste + Sustainable Beauty Tips Pacifica's Brook Harvey-Taylor
We’re kicking off Sustainability Month with our first guest! Twenty five years ago, long before “clean” beauty was a buzzword, Brook Harvey-Taylor launched Pacifica Beauty. Now, she’s considered the godmother of the movement, dedicating her life’s work to creating quality beauty that’s accessible to everyone and better for our planet. During our interview, Brook shares how she got her start selling perfumes at Grateful Dead concerts, how the term “clean” has evolved over the last three decades, and what people may not know about “greenwashing” in the sustainable beauty space.Link for this episode are available on our website!Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Apr 2, 2021 • 47min
The Incredible Benefits of Snow Mushroom and Redefining Masculinity with Good Light's David Yi
If Gloss Angeles had a third co-host, we’d nominate David Yi. In addition to being the Editor-in-Chief of Very Good Light, the author of the upcoming book Pretty Boys, and founder of Biden Beauty — yes, the one from the 2020 Election! — the multihyphenate has decided to launch his very own gender-inclusive skincare brand called Good Light. On this episode, David talks about his mission to redefine beauty and masculinity, how he deals with imposter syndrome, and what makes his skincare products different and better than what’s currently out there. He’s also generously offering Glamgelenos a very good discount on the products, so be sure to listen to the entire episode to see what it is and use our code! Danny DeVito, we hope you're listening!Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Mar 30, 2021 • 45min
Preventative Box, Serums for Mature Skin, Exfoliating AND Retinol? All Your Q's in Today's Mailbag
It’s Mailbag timeeee! You asked, we’re answering. On this episode, we’re addressing all the questions you have been chatting about in the Facebook group, covering everything from whether you should get preventative Botox to the difference between gua sha vs. jade rollers. Listen to see if your Q got A'd! We’ll be doing this regularly, so hit us with your questions for our next mailbag episode. (Reminder: all products mentioned are on our website.)Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Mar 26, 2021 • 48min
Can the Snoo Help Moms Get More Beauty Sleep?
Whether or not you have kids, plan to have kids, or don’t want kids at all, we guarantee you’ll learn something from today's episode! Sara, Peach & Lily founder Alicia Yoon and Dr. Harvey Karp — pediatrician, best-selling author of the #1 parent guide Happiest Baby on the Block, and creator of the SNOO — discuss motherhood, beauty sleep for new moms and more.Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Mar 23, 2021 • 43min
6 Asian American Beauty Brands We Love (and Make Damn Good Products)
On today's episode, we are continuing the conversation about how to show love and support for the AAPI community during these difficult times. Kirbie and Sara are highlighting some of their favorite Asian-owned beauty brands, creators, and organizations in hopes you'll support them with your dollar or a follow.Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Mar 19, 2021 • 1h 1min
Everything You Need to Know to Make a Beauty Product with Magic Dusk's CEO & Founder Daniel Kiyoi
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to create a beauty product from scratch, consider today’s episode your first lesson. Our guest knows A LOT about making makeup and skincare products from ideation to launch, thanks to his decade-long career working in the industry. Daniel Kiyoi became the Creative Director of Tarte at just 26 years old and is responsible for helping create and design some of the brand’s most popular products. Now, he’s creating beauty brands under his own incubator agency called Magic Dusk. (That Luminizer Kirbie was raving about a few episodes ago? That’s Daniel’s co-creation.) Daniel chats with us about how he landed in the industry, how his mom’s career at Mary Kay influenced his passion for beauty, and what entrepreneurs should know about starting their own line.Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.

Mar 17, 2021 • 46min
If The Ordinary and La Mer are Owned By The Same Company, What Does That Mean When It Comes to Formulas?
The business of beauty is a big one, but when it comes down to it, there are eight mega companies that have a hold on the cosmetic market and own a huge number of our favorite makeup, hair, and skincare brands. On today’s episode, we break down which brands are sisters and what parent conglomerates own them, from L’Oreal to LVMH. You might be surprised to learn that your favorite drugstore lipstick is made by the same company that formulates your go-to luxury moisturizer. That said, just because a company owns different brands doesn't mean they swap trade secrets, or even that their formulas change. Learn about what companies own what brands, which incubators are on the rise, and get your top acquisition questions answered.Glossangelespod.comFacebook: 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.


