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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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From Beauty Director to Influencer — Emira D’Spain...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/03/13

This week, we’re joined by Emira D’Spain — model, influencer, television personality, and former beauty director at PAPER magazine — who has been breaking barriers across fashion, media, and entertainment. Emira made history as the first Black trans model to walk in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and the first full-time trans cast member on Bravo, but before influencing, she was building a traditional editorial career after graduating magna cum laude from NYU. We talk about how she made the leap

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GLP-1s, “Fibermaxxing,” and Pooping: A...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/03/10

This week we’re joined by gastroenterologist and gut-brain researcher Dr. Trisha Pasricha, author of the upcoming book You’ve Been Pooping All Wrong. We talk about everything you’ve always wanted to know about your gut but were too embarrassed to ask: from fiber intake and her preferred supplements to “horrendous period poops,” GLP-1’s and your gut, and why stress can wreak havoc on digestion. Dr. Pasricha explains how the brain-gut connection shapes everything from bloating to anxiety and shares

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54:19

The Lipstick Lesbians Leak the Industry’s Most...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/03/06

We have our first three-peat guest(s) on the pod because we know how much you love them. Welcome back Alexis and Christina from the Lipstick Lesbians! They’re on the show to answer topical questions, like which brands are most exciting to them this year, why the Great Reformulation of 2026 isn’t a bad thing, plus an in-depth conversation about Leaked Labs, their venture into founderhood, and the first product they’re launching: Amplify Flexi Powder.Shop this episode Watch our episodes!Shop our

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43:36

Celebrating Aging in a Youth-Obsessed Beauty Industry...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/03/03

We’re on location in New York! To kick things off with an east coast version of the pod, we have one of our favorite beauty comrades on the show: Cosmopolitan editor-at-large, host and expert Julee Wilson! Julee shares her go-to products, how she feels about aging as a Black woman, what it was like being hosted by Michelle Obama on her podcast, plus her thoughts on breaking news like Gisele’s turn at becoming Garnier Fructis’s new ambassador and Pat McGrath’s latest business development.Watch our

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41:11

The Key to Healthy Hair Color with Julia Roberts’s...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/02/27

This week, we’re joined by celebrity hair colorist and Highbrow Hippie co-founder Kadi Lee, whose wellness-first approach to hair has made her the go-to for clients like Julia Roberts, Meghan Markle, and Brad Pitt. She shares how she became an “accidental hairdresser,” the trial-and-error that shaped her philosophy, and the five essentials she always keeps in her kit. We also get the story behind meeting Julia Roberts and the secrets to creating healthy, dimensional color that protects long-term

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42:21

Why This Founder is Shutting Down Their Brand — And...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/02/24

This week, founder David Yi joins us with difficult news: he’s closing his beauty brand, good light. We talk candidly about the financial realities of running an independent beauty company in 2026, the moment he realized things weren’t working, and what most consumers never see behind the scenes.But first, Kirbie and Sara share their current favorite finds from our partner, Macy’s — from a stay-put eyeliner that truly won’t budge to a reformulated cult-favorite foundation that just might live up to

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33:14

Meet the Woman Revolutionizing the Wig Industry

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/02/20

Today’s episode is for everyone — wig wearer or not. We’re joined by Aasiyah Abdulsalam, founder of The Renatural, the innovative wig brand behind a patented skin-replica hairline that’s three times thinner than lace — no visible grid, no residue, no tell. Made from 100% virgin human hair, it’s designed to solve the biggest wig fears: Will it look fake? Can people tell up close? What happens if someone touches it?Aasiyah shares how the fashion brand she founded prepared her to build a tech-forward

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23:23

Beauty and the Epstein Files: Access and Accountability

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/02/17

In this episode, we break down a buzzy new launch we’ve been testing nonstop: the m.ph Le Skin Weightless Serum Foundation from Mary Phillips, a buildable, skin-like formula with a luminous payoff we’re genuinely obsessed with. We also get into the brand’s growing pains, mixed reviews, and why new leadership could signal a stronger era ahead. Plus, we share the exciting news that Marc Jacobs Beauty is officially coming back (!!!), and close with a deeper conversation about newly surfaced

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37:17

Molly Sims Gets Real About Aging as a Celebrity, ‘90s...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/02/13

This week, we’re joined by model, entrepreneur, and early-2000s icon Molly Sims, whose career spans Vogue covers, Old Navy campaigns, major runways, and six Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issues (with two covers — casual). We talk about what it was really like modeling in the pre-social media era — the body pressure, the behind-the-scenes chaos, and the beauty standards that would never fly today — plus how those years shaped her relationship with aging and self-confidence.She shares the products and

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43:05

Celebrity Hairstylist Chris McMillan on Britney...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/02/06

Today’s guest is legendary hairstylist Chris McMillan, one of the most influential hair artists of all time and the creative force behind some of pop culture’s most iconic looks. From redefining ’90s beauty to creating cuts that still shape salon trends today — yes, including The Rachel — Chris shares stories from his decades-long career working with A-list clients like Sarah Jessica Parker, Jennifer Aniston, Britney Spears, Cameron Diaz, and more. We talk about building a career before social

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23:46

Plastic Surgery Mom Guilt & What Pat McGrath’s...

Gloss Angeles ·

2026/02/03

In this episode, we honor the life and legacy of Shirley Raines, founder of Beauty 2 the Streetz, whose work reframed beauty as a tool for dignity, connection, and care for unhoused communities in Los Angeles. We also discuss Sara’s Harper’s Bazaar essay, “I Want a New Face, But My Kids Have My Old One,” unpacking the complex guilt millennial moms face as cosmetic treatments become more normalized while raising children who share the features they sometimes want to change. Plus, we break down the

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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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