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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

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18:51

Sephora Teams Up With Olive Young: What This Means...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/01/27

The Sephora vs. Ulta K-Beauty takeover is officially on. This week, we break down the biggest news yet: Sephora is teaming up with Olive Young to launch curated K-Beauty zones in ~650 stores across the U.S. and Canada (plus online) starting fall 2026—with a broader global rollout planned for 2027. We talk about why this is a smart “trust + awareness” play for Olive Young as it opens in L.A., what this means for existing K-Beauty brands already at Sephora, and which brands might get the merchandiser

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38:23

Inside a Beauty Patent Dispute With Shhhowercap...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/01/23

Today’s guest is Jacquelyn De Jesu, the founder, CEO, and inventor of Shhhowercap. Built 11 years ago, Shhhowercap turned the humble shower cap into a premium, reusable staple designed to protect blowouts and styled hair from water and humidity. Made with breathable, hydrophobic nanotech fabric that repels water, is antibacterial, machine washable, and backed by seven patents, the brand is a testament to thoughtful design and innovation in beauty. Jacquelyn shares how her background as a creative

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38:00

Why Beauty Hurts: Waxing, 2016 Makeup Trends, and...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/01/20

We’re kicking things off this week asking ourselves the eternal question: why do we willingly go get waxed?! The conversation is inspired by Marcello Hernandez’s painfully accurate bit about just how brutal beauty salons can be. On that note, we’re sharing a major listener-exclusive deal with SEV Laser — a free underarm laser hair removal treatment for first-time customers (!!).Then we dive into What’s On Your Face?, including Saie’s new CitySet setting spray and Kirbie’s current lip-and-cheek MVPs

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31:10

Being an “Influencer” After 40, Plus Makeup Education...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/01/16

We’re joined by Erica Taylor, a professional makeup artist with nearly 30 years of experience, the internet’s go-to voice for women over 40, and the Global Makeup Coach at IT Cosmetics. With a community of more than three million followers, Erica has built a loyal audience by demystifying makeup for midlife skin, blending expert technique with refreshing honesty. Erica breaks down her current must-haves and explains why skin-first, forgiving formulas matter more than ever for mature skin. From her

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27:47

Sarah Michelle Gellar on Buffy, Beauty, and Being the...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/01/14

Sarah Michelle Gellar is in the studio! From Buffy and Cruel Intentions to Scooby-Doo and beyond, she helped define an entire era, and she’s here to talk beauty, her go-to products, and aging. We dive into how her relationship with beauty has changed over the years, her most nostalgic ’90s and early-2000s product obsessions, and what it was really like being an It Girl before social media existed. Sarah also opens up about raising Gen Z kids in the age of skincare TikTok and how she keeps beauty

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47:04

Stranger Things Set Stories and "Cool Danish Girl”...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/01/09

Glams, today we’re joined by Sarah Hindsgaul, a two-time Emmy–nominated hair designer from Denmark best known for creating the iconic looks of Stranger Things (seasons 1–5). We talk about the products she’s loving right now, her earliest ideas of beauty growing up in Denmark, her new haircare brand Hindsgaul Hair (out 1/12), and just how emotional it was to say goodbye to Stranger Things—and all of those unforgettable hairstyles. Sarah takes us behind the scenes of some of the show’s most memorable

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46:04

Pat McGrath Labs: The Warning Signs We Can’t Ignore

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/01/07

Gloss Angeles Confidential is a product seeding program open to all listeners. Products discussed through this program are paid partnerships. Learn more on our website!We’re kicking off the year by manifesting what’s next: the dream guests we want on the pod (Sara is calling in the Heated Rivalry boys, while Kirbie has her sights set on myth-buster Dr. Mike), plus our predictions for where the beauty industry is headed, from stress-busting supplements to the oral-care glow-up we all need. We’re also

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36:51

Saie Founder Laney Crowell on Building a Gen Z Beauty...

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/12/19

Laney Crowell, founder and CEO of Saie, joins us to talk about what it really takes to build a Gen Z–beloved brand in today’s beauty landscape. We get into Saie’s growth and what’s stayed the same (and changed) since day one, what sets Saie apart at Sephora, and the products that keep customers coming back. Laney also shares how she thinks about TikTok virality, community-building (including Saie on Substack), and what’s next for the brand. Finally, we dive into CitySet, Saie’s new alcohol-free

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43:19

The 7 Biggest Beauty Moments of 2025

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/12/16

There were so many buzzy moments this year, but we whittled it down to seven, with help from you, our Glams. From rhode’s $1.2B acquisition to the rise of expert-led brands and makeup artists, this year proved the industry is changing fast. We get into the K-beauty boom, why kids and teens are shaping the future of beauty, and how MAHA-adjacent misinformation influenced everything from sunscreen discourse to beef tallow skincare. We also pour one out for the brand shutdowns that shocked us this

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43:54

The Top Hidden Acne Triggers, Especially For Women

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/12/12

We’ve got an acne masterclass for you, Glams. CLEARSTEM founders Danielle Gronich and Kayleigh Christina join us to talk about the breakouts that follow you well into adulthood and why the usual “just drink more water” advice isn’t cutting it. Danielle shares what she sees with her clients having started San Diego Acne Clinic, Kayleigh breaks down the surprising food and supplement triggers you may not know about, and together they bust the myths that make acne feel so confusing. They even have a

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30:11

Here’s Everything We’d Gift For the Holidays (and Why)

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/12/09

It’s our holiday gift guide extravaganza, Glams! In this episode, we’re talking all things gifting: the advent calendars we’re actually excited about this year (from our partners at Macy’s, of course), plus a bunch of other great picks: big-ticket “if you really love them” splurges, chic hostess gifts that feel thoughtful and look chic, our go-to cozy presents that work for anyone, and what teens and tweens are begging for right now. Tune in to hear why we think everyone on your holiday shopping

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29:27

What You Need to Know About the FDA Killing Talc Testing

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/12/05

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

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37:48

The ‘Marked Safe from MAHA’ Campaign & The New Lash...

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/12/02

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

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40:04

The Black Friday & Cyber Monday Beauty Deals That...

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/11/25

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,

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32:34

Everything to Know about Jeuveau, Plus More of Your...

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/11/21

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

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44:53

Avoiding Counterfeit Products This Holiday Season and...

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/11/18

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

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52:30

Sarah Creal on Developing Some of the Beauty...

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/11/14

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

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1:12:35

A Hair Journey from The Look on IMO

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/11/12

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

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36:57

Shay Mitchell’s Sheet Masks for Toddlers, Dua Lipa’s...

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/11/11

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

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52:51

Dr. Muneeb Shah Returns to Talk Sunscreen Drama, Derm...

Gloss Angeles ·

2025/11/07

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

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