Gloss Angeles

You've might have seen a story making the rounds about a woman who lost her peripheral vision due to her beauty products. Before you freak out, we discuss our questions about the story as well as what you should keep in mind when it comes to purchasing skincare. (Watch the video we reference from Charlotte Palermino here .) We also discuss (what we feel is a) bogus Class Action lawsuit against Sep...

When people ask us what beauty spots are a must-visit when they come to LA, Violet Grey on Melrose Place is high on the list. The highly-curated store stocked with “best in class” beauty goods is the product of one Cassandra Grey, arguably one of the savviest and chicest beauty entrepreneurs in the industry. On today’s episode, Cassandra walks us through the rigorous process of becoming Violet-app...

It's almost the end of the month and there's a lot of uplifting beauty news! First, Kirbie shares the hair oil that made her believe in hair oils — and changed the intregrity of her hair for the better. There's a new brand in town and it's making slugging less scary for those adverse to Vaseline. Plus, KraveBeauty did something truly inspiring with a botched batch of product — which would have acc...

We had a star-studded week, Glams! On today’s episode, we’re recapping Hailey Bieber’s epic birthday party, our run-ins with Kim Kardashian, and Tom Ford’s $2.8 billion acquisition by Estée Lauder. Plus, what beauty trends are going to be big in 2023? Hear the data and let us know if you agree. Shop this episode GlossAngelesPod.com https://linktr.ee/glossangelespod CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop produ...

So you're trying to get pregnant or you're currently in the midst of pregnancy. It can be confusing, scary and lonely — and that's not getting into the beauty conversation of it all. However, we are a beauty podcast and we often get questions about how to create your pregnancy skincare/makeup/haircare routine: what to avoid, what's "safe," what treatments and ingredients are okay to partake in (or...

Warning: the first half of this episode will be spent discussing People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive 2022 winner: Chris Evans. We also dive into past winners and who we’d nominate for next year, even though no one asked. We’re also discussing Jennifer Aniston’s iconic Allure cover, Augustinus Bader’s $1 BILLION valuation, Sally Beauty shuttering hundreds of its stores, and Caroline Hirons’ new ski...

It’s been a minute, but we’re back with another thrilling mailbag episode where we’re answering all of your burning beauty questions, including, “When should I start using an LED device?” to “How the eff do I find my foundation online?” Kirbie and Sara also touch on hair loss, the best red lipsticks, teeth bleaching, and the confusing claims around “reef-safe” sunscreen. Tune in now and then submi...

This week, we're diving into some interesting headlines and a little drama. First, Sara shares a study that we're all, universally, trying to look good. But this phenomenon dips during a certain period in life, and we discuss our thoughts on why. TikTok has people using Head & Shoulders as their face wash, but is there anything we need to be cautious of before slapping it on our skin? And last...

Tina Chen Craig has lived many lives. She ran an international business with her brother straight out of college, stumbled into being a popular food show host in her 20s, was the MTV Asia VJ in the late 90s, and then became one of the OG fashion bloggers in the 00s. But her latest endeavor might just be her most successful yet — founder and creator of all things U Beauty. On today’s episode, Chen...

Have you ever wondered about the art of mortuary science? Or how mortuary cosmetologists do makeup on the deceased? Today's guest is Eileen Hollis, licensed mortician at Hollis Funeral Home . Eileen has amassed over 900K+ followers on TikTok by demystifying death and what happens after we pass, restorative art, showcasing the technology behind embalming to sharing her hair and makeup recommendatio...

It's our last news episode of the month, so we're sharing the top four headlines of the week that sent a chill down our spine. From legitimately scary reports linking hair straightening treatments to ovarian cancer and the transphobic response to a beauty-centric podcast episode to creepy news involving Jared Leto and Elon Musk's foray into the beauty industry, there's a lot to discuss. On the bri...

[Glams: there will be mature discussions in today's episode — discretion is advised!] Today's fabulous guest — just in time for spooky season — is Jessica Lowe : actress, writer, comedian and star of Minx on HBO Max and the new movie Cursed Friends on Paramount Plus! Jess is one of our own: obsessed with skincare, devices and learning all the tricks of the trade when it comes to makeup. (She reque...

Oh, oh, oh, Ozempic. If you haven't heard these commercials, you've been blessed. Today, Kirbie and Sara are explaining Hollywood, Silicon Valley and The Hampton's new problematic obsession with a diabetes injection called Ozempic, which aids in weight loss. (Glams, there will be weight loss and diet culture discussed in this episode; feel free to opt out from 21:00-36:00 if you prefer.) Kirbie sh...

Double-blind. Randomized. Independent. Erythemal doses. Do these words mean anything to you? If not, you’re in the right place — and they do, you’re also in the right place. We’re uncovering what happens during a clinical trial and what all those percentages we see on packaging really mean. With us is Julian Sass , Ph. D who is an expert in clinical trials. Julian shares what happens in a clinical...

Perioral dermatitis is difficult to identify the root cause of. iIt’s also somewhat difficult to diagnose because it can present as acne or rosacea, which is why it’s important to seek a professional opinion. Today, we have board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali and cosmetic chemist Krupa Koestline on the show to discuss what can cause PD, what treatments are available, what products a...

Happy Halloween szn, Glamgelenos! This week, Sara quizzes Kirbie on proper pronunciation, a special guest drops by for What's on Your Face — Kirbie's mom, Janet! — and you were curious about the top Halloween costume ideas of 2022, Kirbie & Sara have some thoughts. In headlines, girls dive into why everyone needs to give Mikayla Nogueira a break and then introduce a new emergency contreceptive...

You're probably familiar with Brittney Boyce, the nail artist behind Nails of LA , if you're a Glamgeleno. Brittney designs art for everyone in Hollywood, working with Machine Gun Kelly, Megan Fox, Kim Kardashian and more. Plus, our very own Sara Tan collaborated with Brittney on her own eponymous press-ons! (Which you can get at Nordstrom now, by the way.) She joins us to share why she isn't a fa...

Should Brad Pitt and Travis Barker have skincare lines? That's the question on everybody's minds this week. The professional actor and drummer, respectively, both launched beauty brands of their own with a pricepoint of $100+. Kirbie and Sara get into what these brand are doing wrong from a business standpoint. We also cover how Iranian women are standing their ground in honor of Mahsa Amini, as w...

It's the man behind some of the best schnoz's in Hollywood — around 10,000-12,000 to be somewhat exact — Dr. Paul Nassif! Dr. Nassif is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon who you may be familar with from his incredible work on E!'s Botched . He's known as the plastic surgeon who is "trusted with noses worldwide." People travel across the world to see him specifcially for his rhinoplasty work...

Kirbie kicks off the show with her latest obsession, the Girls Next Level podcast, hosted by The Girls Next Door's Holly Madison and Bridget Marquardt; both she and Sara imagine what it would have been like to be Los Angeles beauty editors during the early aughts — would they have gone to parties at The Mansion? For WOYF, Kirbie gives the lowdown on Dr. Shereene Idriss's highly-anticipated skincar...

This week's pod is automatic, supersonic, hypnotic...but really, our guest *is* a good(ie) one: Ciara Wilson! Or, as many of you know her, just Ciara. OAM Skin is her five-piece skin-care brand ??? the clinically backed results and she's on the pod to share everything you need to know about it. Plus, she reveals her go-to lipstick shade, what treatment she invests in for stretch marks, and her exp...

We tested the new Haus Labs foundation — which has many paid posts on Tiktok and Instagram — so what’s our verdict? Plus, we walk everyone through how to find your best shade. (It’s a little confusing.) Then we dive into beauty headlines, from the announcement that Allure is shuttering its print edition, the new neuromodulator on the market, and Zac Efron’s revelation about breaking his jaw. Shop...

Gua sha, cupping, acupuncture — all of these modalities have been commodified into Western beauty practices, but they originated with Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM. Today we have Sandra Lanshin Chiu , L.Ac., M.S.T.C.M., and founder of wellness brand Lanshin on the pod to share what people get wrong about TCM and what her practices entails for her clients, especially those dealing with skin...

Powder foundation. Is it a do or a don't ? According to Melissa Hurkman, there's a very specific way you should be using it. We asked the makeup artist all about the proper way to apply and use powder foundation as well as her top picks for eyeshadow palettes — what you really need in your beauty arsenal. Enjoy this mini episode and the long weekend, Glams! All of Melissa's suggestions can be foun...

Calling all #GlossAngelesConfidential testers — we’re revealing the product you’ve been trying for the past month! Some of you guessed it, but even if you didn’t, most of you LOVED it! Didn’t have a chance to participate? Don’t worry — there’ll be plenty more opps!  In other news, we’re discussing Ciara’s new skincare line (which we’re excited about) and the latest skincare trend on TikTok we...