Gloss Angeles

This week, we kick things off talking about what a joy it was to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and also how weird our Spotify Wrapped was. We bring back WOYF and share a product from a recent guest that’s doing Sara’s skin good and a teeny set of brushes that Kirbie can’t get enough of. Then: what is really going on with asbestos testing in talc products? There’s a lot of misinformation online. We explain what’s actually happening and discuss several nuances related to it. Shop this episodeWatch 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.

Kirbie kicks things off with a full debrief of our favorite pipsqueak herself, Sabrina Carpenter, and her Short n’ Sweet tour! Then we dive into influencer Whitney Wagner Hartley’s “Marked Safe from MAHA” campaign and unpack what MAHA actually is, why it’s tied to anti-vax/anti-science rhetoric, and how her pledge is pushing beauty and wellness brands to publicly reject that messaging and commit to sharing inclusive, science-backed health info instead. Will brands and retailers catch on? Finally, we get into the lash economy: traditional strip lashes and classic black mascara are on the decline, while “ghost lashes,” underlash clusters, lash serums, and skinified formulas are having a moment — plus the rise of tubing, brown, and burgundy/glitter “accent” mascaras that are quietly reshaping what a lash wardrobe looks like in 2025.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.

This year, we’re breaking down the deals you really need to hone in on! With rising costs of products, a 20% discount could save you from surging prices due to inflation and keep your gift giving as cost-effective as possible. And many brands are offering more than that. But first, we share a report on the top aesthetic global treatments based search — did the results surprise you? Then, we share a variety of deals from Macy’s on brands like MAC Cosmetics & Kiehl’s, the very useful Hulken bag, Shark and Dyson beauty tools, our favorite towels, a smart steamer, and more. Shop this 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.

You've heard us discuss neuromodulators on the podcast before, but they aren't one-size-fits-all. Vanessa Lee, RN (and founder of The Things We Do) is back to break down what sets Jeuveau® apart, who it suits, and how it stacks up in recent head-to-head data. (Plus, Sara shares her experience with it so far!) Then, we tackle your Slack Qs: subtle celeb-style tweaks on a budget, microneedling timelines for acne scarring, sun-spot solutions, rosacea care at home, and where high-frequency wands actually fit into your routine.Vanessa Lee was compensated by Evolus to appear in the first segment of this podcast.For full Product Information, including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide, visit evolusrx.com. To learn more, visit jeuveau.com. Jeuveau® (prabotulinumtoxinA-xvfs) is an FDA-approved prescription injectable treatment used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) inadults. There are risks with treatment ‒ effects of Jeuveau may spread hours to weeks after injection causing serious symptoms. Alert your doctor right away of difficulty swallowing, speaking, breathing, eye problems or muscle weakness, which can be signs of a life-threatening condition. Other serious risks include allergic reactions, heart or eye problems. The most common side effects are headache, eyelid drooping, upper respiratory infection, and increased white blood cell count. Ask your doctor about Jeuveau and whether it’s right for you.*About 50% of patients begin showing improvement after two days. Most patients (~69%) achieve complete results by day 30. On average, Jeuveau patients receive three treatments per year.FTC disclosure: Thank you to Jeuveau for partnering with us on this episode. Intended for US audiences only.US-JUV-2500517Watch 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.

This episode is full of counterfeit products and dupe talk, Glams! First, we make our plea for Miss Piggy to join us on the pod. We made our Wicked dreams come true, now we just need Miss “Moi” herself to join us. Then, we’ve partnered with the Personal Care Product Council to help keep you from buying fraudulent and potentially dangerous products this holiday season. We know it’s easy to want a good deal, but there are some real red flags to look out for. For the headlines portion of the show, we discuss a new Bloomberg article about MCO Beauty, the Australian beauty brand that’s made a name for itself by copying some of your favorite brands, from packaging design to inspired formulas. Kirbie changed her tune (kind of) after reading the story. And will we be getting better sunscreens in the U.S.? Possibly. We break down the FDA’s update to sunscreen requirements. 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.

Today is a treat because we have founder and product developer Sarah Creal as our guest! You’ve heard us wax poetic about Sarah’s namesake brand, but in this episode you’ll get to learn how influential she truly is in the industry and how the products we use today are largely inspired by her creations. She explains the hardships that come with creating a brand focused on women 40+ and why she felt it was important to launch anyway, the five products she developed that are her holy grails (from Prescriptives to Tom Ford), how she got into the beauty industry with no experience, working with Victoria Beckham, “aging gracefully”, and what luxury means now in beauty. Shop this episodeWatch 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.

Glams, this week we're thrilled to share an episode from IMO’s limited series The Look. In the series, Michelle Obama opens up for the first time about her journey as a defining force in style—both within and beyond the White House. Through candid, intimate conversations with the creative minds behind her hair, makeup, and wardrobe, she reveals how she and her team transformed the scrutiny of her public image into a celebration of self-expression, inclusion, and impact. For many Black women, caring about their hair isn’t a choice – it’s a cultural inheritance, a political statement and a lifelong journey. In this episode, our friend and Beauty Editor-at-Large of Cosmopolitan, Julee Wilson, leads a candid discussion between Michelle, her hairstylist Yene Damtew and Blackish actress Marsai Martin about their personal hair journeys, and and how Michelle’s hair evolution both mirrored and, for some, even inspired their own. You can hear The Look series inside the IMO feed at https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigGS 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.

We've got a lot of news, Glams. We're starting with the announcement that Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye, the founder of Ami Colé, is stepping in as EVP of Beauty & Fragrance at Skims and discussing what that signals for Kim K’s brand (actual shade work + real-skin finishes) and why the internet’s convo about Black women building the culture still matters here. We also break down Dua Lipa x Augustinus Bader’s DUA launch — does this make sense or are you all as confused as we are? — and wrap with perhaps the most controversial launch of Q4 so far: Rini, Shay Mitchell’s K-beauty–inspired line for kids that is promoting "everyday" sheet masks for toddlers. Yikes. Shop this 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.

DermTok’s busiest man is back! This week we’re catching up with Dr. Shah on what life actually looks like as one of the most in-demand dermatologists on social, while still seeing patients in clinic and taking care of a new baby at home. He breaks down what people get wrong about derms who create content and how launching his own line, Remedy, shifted the way he thinks about formulas, trends, and what actually deserves the hype. We’re also talking about what dermatologists are really discussing behind the scenes, including the current state of sunscreen.Shop this episodeWatch 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.

We’re starting this episode with a quick check-in for our California listeners about Prop 50 and a look at how the government shutdown is impacting SNAP recipients — plus real, actionable ways to help. Then we dive into a packed news rundown: Ulta’s invite-only marketplace and why more K-beauty is popping up, reports that LVMH may sell its stake in Fenty Beauty (and what that could mean for Kendo), MAC heading into select Sephora locations, the “clean”/Conscious Beauty lawsuit aimed at Ulta, and the FDA’s new communication on RF microneedling and why provider experience really matters. And before we get to all the beauty… can we talk about the wild amount of product placement in this season of Nobody Wants This?!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.

Your other favorite dynamic duo (Kirbie and Sara) are celebrating the best way they know how this year: by holding space for their alter egos Glinda and Elphaba. They kick off the episode discussing their thoughts on attending Wicked: One Wonderful Night and share anticipation for Wicked: For Good. Then, Kirbie quickly shares an update on Kirboween, her annual Halloween party which took place this weekend. Sara shares a scary video of a robot in full glam working at a hospital, and Kirbie shares her thoughts on the terrifying RSVP culture we’re living through.For the main event, the girls recall which brands were laid to rest this year, which ones are seemingly ghosting us, and which brand was brought back from the afterlife. Shop this episodeWatch 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.

Today we’re joined by Dr. Ashley Brissette, MD, MSc, FRCSC—award-winning NYC ophthalmologist, cataract and refractive surgeon, dry-eye specialist, and team ophthalmologist for the New York Rangers—for a no-nonsense guide to modern eye health and your beauty routine. She also happens to be Clinique's Guiding Opthamologist and works with the brand to help educate beauty lovers (like us!) on the importance of eye safety when using makeup products. We dig into the biggest myths around “sensitive eyes,” how to cleanse lids without wrecking your barrier, what the label “ophthalmologist tested” actually entails, and her favorite products like Clinique’s Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm, High Impact High-Fi™ Full Volume Mascara, and High Impact Gel Tech Eyeliner. Shop this episodeWatch 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.

It’s AMA time again, and this one’s a luxe one. We’re answering one of the most-asked questions we get: Which luxury beauty products are actually worth the splurge? If you’ve ever wondered how we decipher which expensive products are actually worth their salt, we break down which brands impress us with their R&D, efficacy and overall experience when using.Plus, we tackle your other burning beauty questions, from smoothing dry, textured skin to whether pricey at-home devices are worth it, and how to nail that blurred, flawless base. Shop this 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.

We’re kicking off with major on-the-ground reporting: Kris Jenner unveiled her fresh new look at the Shark Glam beauty event we attended! We finally got to see the facelift that broke the internet up close. As we suspected, she looks fabuloussss. Plus, we’re breaking down a new fragrance report that’s sharing the most popular fragrances sold at Sephora, Ulta Beauty, and Amazon during the first half of the year and honestly, the results are kind of shocking! Then, a quick debrief of our Gloss Angeles Confidential × ESK seeding—why this retinal night cream is earning rave reviews, even from sensitive-skin testers.Shop this episodeWatch 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.

Fragrance fans, this one’s for you. We’re sitting down with Lore founder and former Rhode CEO Melanie Bender to talk about building a world, not just a brand — and why scent was the next frontier. From translating memory and place into wearable moments to rethinking how fragrance is taught, sold, and even talked about, we dig into the stories behind Lore’s debut collection (and why launching Sephora-first was key). Plus, we get into the industry rules she’s most excited to break, her current scent obsessions, and the first perfume she fell in love with.Shop this 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.

Dewy disciples, assemble: Katie Jane Hughes is FINALLY in the house. We get into the five kit must-haves she won’t work without, the backstage lessons from her cabaret-singer mum, and the white space she built KJH to fill. Plus: pro fixes for creasing and patchiness, the only tools you actually need, how to keep that real-skin glow past lunch, and teases products she’s launching next.Shop this 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.

We kick off this episode with some thoughts on The Life of a Showgirl and Selena Gomez's wedding to Benny Blanco! Then, Sara shares a new product she's been obsessed with — a cloud-like eye, cheek and face product from an Asian-owned brand we've gushed about on the podcast before. Then, we have an update on the Leighton Meester Bubble campaign straight from the brand itself. We also discuss big sunscreen news: a new sunscreen filter is coming to the U.S. in 2026 and Allure breaks down what it is and what to expect. Then, we share five brands to check out if you're stumped about skincare shopping at Sephora. Part of this episode was presented in partnership with Orcé Cosmetics, which allows us to keep this podcast in production. As always, we only partner with brands and products we support. Shop this 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.

From mime school to makeup legend, Jeanine Lobell’s story is anything but ordinary. The Stila and Neen founder shares the winding path that took her from Sweden to LA—with stops in London, Paris, and even circus aspirations along the way. She recalls an early career that spanned John Waters' Hairspray, music videos with Naomi Campbell and Michael Jackson, and working with Mariah Carey, and reflects on how those experiences shaped Stila’s playful identity. Jeanine also opens up about selling Stila to Estée Lauder, why she cautions founders about acquisitions, and how she feels about the brand today. Finally, she introduces Neen, her fresh, intentional approach to beauty, and how she wants people to feel when they play with it.Shop this 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.

Spooky SZN is nigh, which means one thing: LUSH’s Halloween collection is back. From cult-classic Ghostie Bath Bomb to the viral Monster Octopus Shower Jelly (aka Kirbie’s Halloween costume inspo), plus fresh launches like Mr. Pumpkin Face Fresh Face Mask and Boo-tiful Under Eye Pads, we’re covering all the festive bath bombs, body sprays, and the advent-calendar-but-make-it-Halloween gift box.We also dive into the latest in celeb beauty: Kris Jenner and Doja Cat’s MAC ambassadorships, what the shutdown of Drew Barrymore’s Flower Beauty and Kim Kardashian’s SKKN could signal for celebrity brands, and finally, we weigh in on KVD Beauty’s reboot under JVN Hair President Teresa Lo — will the comeback stick?Shop this 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.

Comedian and former Natch Beauté host Jackie Johnson is back with us for a candid (and hilarious) chat about beauty, motherhood, and reinvention. She spills on the products she’s currently obsessed with, her recent blepharoplasty, and how becoming a mom reshaped her views on cosmetic enhancements.We also get into her one-woman show How to Get a Second Husband, the lessons she’s learned from both marriages, and—most importantly—her viral TikTok life story series, where she reveals how Rocky Horror Picture Show became a surprising turning point in her journey.Shop this episodeWatch 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.