Gloss Angeles

Dewy Dumplings, where you at? 🥟✨ Grab your “Jesus light” because today Nam Vo is gracing us with her gorgeous presence and she’s offering up a whopping 25+ product recommendations! The makeup artist and Glow Queen shares her honest story for how she got her break in the industry, what actually works when it comes to at-home gadgets, and the makeup she keeps in her beauty dim sum cart. And becaus...

Whether or not you support the show, Lily James’ transformation into Pamela Anderson is nothing short of magnificent. Tune in to today’s episode to hear us rave about the show’s hair, makeup, and special effects departments, the relaunch of Sharon Chuter’s Make It Black campaign, and why you should really not be using those tanning nasal sprays you’ve been seeing on TikTok. We’ve also got a double...

You’ve seen Dr. Jason Diamond’s work, whether you knew it or not. See: Chrissy Teigen, Kim Kardashian West and Katy Perry's gorgeous, glowy, lifted faces (plus basically every other celeb 🤐!) The renowned Beverly Hills facial plastic surgeon is sharing with us what celebs are *actually* doing to their faces, the secret behind his signature Diamond Instafacial, plus what a difference the chin make...

Happy Lunar New Year, Glams! We hope the year of the water tiger brings you lots of luck in 2022. Today, we’re discussing the biggest beauty news, including Glossier’s major layoffs, Farfetch’s acquisition of Violet Grey, and Kate Hudson’s collaboration with Juice Beauty. Kirbie is also sharing what’s on her face this week — it’s something called Ultraflesh and no, it’s not a sex toy. Tune in to h...

No offense to everyone else, but today’s episode features the most requested guest from our Glamgeleno community. You even voted for her as Educator of the Year in our awards! So please grab your sunscreens and petrolatum and get your skin ready for Charlotte Palermino ! The co-founder of Dieux Skin chats with us about how she ended up as the Internet’s “skincare fairy godmother,” the beauty secre...

Buckle up — we've got so much to chat about on today's ep! We're reviewing the new NARS foundation and giving our honest opinions, discussing Oscar Mayer's bologna-inspired entry into the beauty arena, and wondering what we can expect from a John Legend-backed (or fronted?) skincare line. Plus, a handy and high-tech at-home Covid testing device that came in handy for the Glam fam this week. Tune i...

For as long as the podcast has been around, it’s been Sara’s dream to have a dog groomer on the pod. The day has finally come. But we don’t just have any ‘ol groomer on either — we’ve got Jess Rona , dog groomer to the starrrrrsss. If a famous person has a dog, it’s highly likely she does their grooming, from Katy Perry to Maya Rudolph. On today’s episode, we’re chatting with Jess about how she go...

We hit a big milestone, Glams — today is our 200th episode! Can. You. Believe?! We’re so grateful to have made it all this way and to have you all along for the ride, whether you just joined us or you’ve been here since day 1. We’re sharing some lessons we’ve learned since launching in July 2019. In lieu of a WOYF, we’re running through our current routines as well as discussing this week’s beauty...

Get cozy and ready to take some notes — the Glamgelenos have spoken. We're sharing some of the calls, texts and emails we received this week about your favorite products of the moment, like an OG haircare brand that has Kirbie and Sara adding to cart, a great winter moisturizer for under $20, and a sunscreen that one listener feels is underrated (and better than SuperGoop!). You can find links to...

Beauty isn’t always pain, but there are definitely some treatments we would skip if we could. On todays ep, we’re discussing the most painful treatments we’ve ever experienced (threading, we’re looking at you). We’ve also got loads of beauty news to discuss, including Chanel’s new sustainable beauty range, Saweetie and Cher’s collab with MAC, and Kirbie’s visit to the Euphoria set and Donni Davy’s...

Jane Wurwand is an icon in the skincare industry. Founder of Dermalogica, she joins us to share her experience of building a brand that spans three decades, the best business advice she's ever received, the difference between launching a brand in the '80s vs. now, and what is simply marketing jargon on a package. Shop this episode here . GlossAngelesPod.com https://linktr.ee/glossangelespod CALL U...

New year, same us. To quote a tweet we read, it’s not us that needs to improve — it’s the circumstances. (#CapricornEnergy 🐐) But when it comes to beauty, there are a *few* things we’d like to work on. On today’s episode, we’re sharing the resolutions we’re making for 2022 as far as our hands, face, wellness, and makeup brushes are concerned. Plus, 4 WOYFs to kick off the year. What are your beau...

Coming at you edited from Los Angeles, California: The 2021 Gloss Angeles Awards Ceremony! Wearing ending the year with this ep and we couldn't be more proud. Over 2000 Glamgelenos voted for their favorite brands, content creators and products, and now we're crowning the winners! Tune in to hear who stopped by to accept their award! And don't forget to support all of the brands mentioned in the ce...

Sara shares her Emily in Paris-themed WOYF, and honestly, call Benito and Mary Beth because this girl is OBSESSED . We discuss Allure's predictions for the top skincare trends of 2022, share our love of the new y2k-centric Pantone Color of the Year, and play a rousing game of Data Girl in which Sara quizzes Kirbie about the most-searched beauty topics according to Google. Shop everything from this...

We’re doing our annual Gift Guide episode a little differently this year! Instead of sticking strictly to beauty goodies, Kirbie and Sara are sharing what they’re *actually* gifting their loved ones this year. From a smart speaker that’ll make your life a whole lot easier to a robe that’s equal parts chic and comfy, there’s a gift idea for every person on your list! Shop this episode here . GlossA...

Glams, so much news to cover today. First and foremost, we get into the ins-and-outs of the most prolific TikTok account of our time: Penelope Disick's. She may be 9, but she's gunning for Steven Soderbergh's job. Next, Kirbie discusses the three products she's been using that has taken her skin from straight up decrepit to bouncy, firmer and moisturized within two days. Sara breaks down what it r...

It’s an honor to have Nyakio Grieco on the podcast today! The beauty veteran joins us to talk about her former life as an agent, how her Kenyan roots inspired her to launch Nyakio Beauty, and her commitment to helping Black and Brown-owned beauty businesses create generational wealth at Thirteen Lune . Find all of the products Nyakio mentioned in today's episode . GlossAngelesPod.com https://linkt...

We’re kicking off today’s episode by announcing our Gloss Angeles awards nominees in each category! (A friendly reminder to vote here if you haven’t already!) Then, we’re discussing some beauty news, including a story Kirbie wrote on special effects makeup and CGI, the truth about probiotic skincare , and a fashionable beauty trend that’s making waves: skincare-infused PJs . Yay or nay? Tune in to...

It's our Thanksgiving episode! (Hence why we're releasing one ep this week on a Wednesday.) Kirbie and Sara discuss what Thanksgiving foods are necessary and which need to get lost. Then, big announcement: we're putting on our own awards and we need your help! Use this form to vote for your favorites by December 3rd, 2021. We give our first impressions of Harry Styles's beauty line and Kirbie brea...

Believe it or not, Thanksgiving is NEXT WEEK, which means it’s time for our annual Black Friday episode! Kirbie and Sara compiled a list of over a hundred (!!!) sales to shop next week and walk you through some of their top steals and deals, from Augustinus Bader and About-Face to Charlotte Tilbury and Tatcha. Tune in today and get your shopping list ready! THE GLOSS ANGELES BLACK FRIDAY DOCUMENT...

We've discussed when we've attended press (or brand) trips, but we haven't explained why they exist, the purpose of going on one, and how it differs as an editor from an influencer. Since Sara recently returned from a trip, we're breaking it all down! Plus, Kirbie details her experience meeting Tinx and Sara shares 3 wallet-friendly WOYFs. Shop this episode: https://shopmyshelf.us/collections/2619...

Chronic, low-grade inflammation has been linked to accelerating the aging process. Ben Van Handel had dedicated the past 10 years of his life learning about this process, also known as "inflammaging," and discovered a molecule that is clinically proven to not only stop inflammaging but protect skin as well. His product, Heraux Molecular Anti-Inflammaging Serum is one of our favorites on the pod, s...

Lots of news to cover this Tuesday! Kirbie and Sara break down every offering from R.E.M. Beauty (yuh) -- including how naughty it is. Addison Rae has gotten into the fragrance game, Tati Westbrook shut down her popular beauty brand, and a Glamgeleno schools us on the detrimental environmental impact NFTs have. Shop everything from this episode GlossAngelesPod.com CALL US: 424-341-0426 Shop produc...

Happy Friday, Glams! We don’t have a guest on today’s ep, but we DO have a bunch of new notable product launches we want to talk about! Tune in to hear our thoughts on T3’s Airebrush Duo, Matter of Fact’s Vitamin C and Hydrating cream, Urban Decay founder Wende Zomnir’s new brand Caliray, the new Beautyblender foundation, and Simihaze’s all over tint. Are there any new launches you’re curious...

We relive our Halloweekend costumes, including Kirbie’s EPIC Gamora get-up that she did all by herself. (Disney, where is her check?!) We share our first under-$20 WOYF, which just so happens to be a collaboration between Nails of LA and our very own Sara Tan ! Lastly, we’re recapping this week’s beauty news, including drama around a blue light-protective skincare that totally flopped and the conv...