Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan
Gloss Angeles
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 reveal the most notable beauty headlines with informed takes while Friday episodes feature guests...
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Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan
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Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
The Dark History of Birth Control with Murder Mystery & Makeup's Bailey Sarian 29.10.2021 37:21
Murder Mystery & Makeup . If you’ve been on Youtube the last few years, it’s hard to miss Bailey Sarian, the newly crowned queen of makeup videos. Bailey’s unique content is lightyears different from the typical reviews and transformations we’ve seen on the platform. As a professional makeup artist, she discusses true crime stories while applying her face and it has made her a bonafide superst...
We Met Ellen 27.10.2021 43:15
When Ellen's skincare line, Kind Science , was originally announced, we were confused about the "why" of it all. This week, the brand invited us to meet Ellen and her co-founder Victoria Jackson at her show. We tried the products ahead of the launch and learned more about the formulas, and yes, got to meet Ellen. We're sharing our unfiltered review of the brand in today's episode. Plus, listener q...
Mario Dedivanovic's Long Road to Becoming the Most In-Demand Makeup Artist in the World 22.10.2021 1:00:24
We could not be more excited about today’s guest, Glams! If you listen to the pod, you know that we love this man, his work, and his incredible makeup line, so without further ado, please welcome Mario Dedivanovic aka Makeup By Mario to Gloss Angeles! On today’s episode, the celebrity makeup artist and beauty founder gets personal with Kirbie and Sara about all matters of beauty and life, from his...
Behind-the-Scenes of Hocus Pocus With Special Effects Artist Tony Gardner (GA Rewind) 19.10.2021 45:17
We're bringing you a replay of one of our favorite episodes: 2020's Halloween conversation featuring Tony Gardner, acclaimed special effects artists and notably the man behind some of the amazing characters of Hocus Pocus! Kirbie chats with Tony about transforming character actor Doug Jones into Billy Butcherson, how Binx the cat was brought to life, and some work they sketched that never made it...
Reasons You're Grinding Your Teeth and Clenching Your Jaw With Cosmetic Dentist Victoria Veytsman 15.10.2021 1:00:06
If you've noticed you're clenching your mouth on the regular, or perhaps wake up with a sore jaw or even a headache, chances are you grind your teeth and clench your jaw — and could possibly have TMD. We recruited one of our favorite dentists. Dr. Victoria Veytsman, to detail exactly why we clench and grind, some considerations to think about to help mitigate these issues, and also discuss veneers...
Is a Meghan Markle Beauty Line in the Works? Plus Sara's Experience With PRP and More 12.10.2021 40:14
Glams, huge news. First off, Kirbie and Sara are losing it over the thought of Selena Gomez and Chris Evans dating. What would their celebrity couple name be? Sara then shares her experience getting PRP injected into her face with Dr. Jason Diamond, one of LA's top plastic surgeons. In not-so-shocking news, Sara recommends yet another body product. We're fine with it -- has she steered us wrong be...
Feet Killing You? Talking Filler, Lasers and All About Foot Health With Dr. Brad Schaeffer 08.10.2021 42:00
Lasers. Botox. Fillers. We talk about these treatments all the time for your face, but did you know you could get them for your feet?! We didn't either until we met Dr. Brad Schaeffer, TikTok-famous podiatrist and star of TLC's 'My Feet Are Killing Me.' We have Dr. Brad on today's pod to talk to us all about the latest aesthetic services you can get for your feet, the difference between a medical-...
Managing and Formulating For Sensitive Skin with Tower 28's Amy Liu 01.10.2021 57:19
We love all of the brands that we talk about here on Gloss Angeles, but we have a special place in our hearts for the ones that are founded in LA! And there's nothing more LA than Tower28, a brand that celebrates the diversity and beauty of our city and sensitive skin. (Fun fact: it’s also a lifeguard tower in Santa Monica!). On today's ep, we have CEO and founder Amy Liu on to tell us why she wan...
Coolsculpting: What You Need to Know About Linda Evangelista's Treatment Disaster 28.09.2021 40:12
On today's episode, Kirbie and Sara discover Zoom's Studio Effects feature, where the application adds lipstick, brows and facial hair to your image. Kirbie dives into the launch of Facile Skin, her dermatologist's new brand that's been years in the making, and highlights why she thinks this is a different take on a dermatologist-founded brand. In headlines, Sara breaks down the upcoming CVS sale...
Jenna Ushkowitz is Here! Talking Wedding Prep, Treatments and, of course, Glee 24.09.2021 53:26
GLEEK HIVE RISE UP! It’s a big day over here at Gloss Angeles HQ: we are joined by the woman behind Tina Cohen-Chang — singer, actress, and Tony award-winning producer Jenna Ushkowitz!!! Jenna recently got married (she was the cover star for BRIDES’ new digital magazine launch!) and shared her best bridal beauty tips, from what you should consider when you’re thinking about your glam to who should...
Smashbox is Selling Becca Products! Plus a Possible La Mer Dupe in This Week's SuperWOYF Episode 22.09.2021 47:51
On today’s ep, we’re chatting about Smashbox’s adoption of BECCA, how TikTok made a 50-year-old lipstick go viral, and the popular cosmetic procedure Chrissy Teigen recently got. And because we’re loving what’s been on our faces recently, we’ve got a stacked super #WOYF coming at ya feautring a possible dupe for La Mer , Sara's new holy grail eyebrow gel , a product to make your winged liner troub...
Juicy Makeup Artist Secrets Shared With the Magical Monika Blunder 17.09.2021 1:09:17
Jessica Alba. Megan Fox. Gemma Chan. Amanda Seyfried. What do these gorgeous, famous faces have in common? Monika Blunder ’s makeup artistry! And lucky us, we’ve got the talented MUA herself on the pod today. Tune in to hear Monika talk about her upbringing in Austria, her first celebrity client (a major ‘00s model), her secret for radiant, red carpet-worthy skin, and some JUICY industry intel tha...
Two Major Celebrity Brands Announced, Plus The Most-Searched Wedding Hairstyles in This Week's Headlines 14.09.2021 55:17
Two major celebrity brands were announced last week! We reveal all the juicy details of Lolavie and r.e.m. beauty . Sara quizzes Kirbie on the most-searched celebrity wedding hairstyles on Data Girl, and we have a WOYF that's sure to help calm your tired, irritated skin — brought to you by our friends at StriVectin. Shop all the products discussed in this episode Glossangelespod.com Call us: 424-3...
Everything You Need to Know About Chemical Peels With Dr. Dennis Gross 10.09.2021 52:56
If you’re on the hunt for smooth, glowy, baby-soft skin, chemical peels are at the top of the list of esthetician-recommended options. But peels can be intimidating — how exactly do they work? How do you know what type is best for you? And how can you avoid a Samantha Jones moment?! Renowned dermatologist and pioneer of peels Dr. Dennis Gross is our guest today and he’s demystifying everything you...
What's On YOUR Face? We Asked, You Delivered 03.09.2021 36:31
You’ve heard us wax poetic about what’s on our faces for the last two years, but what we really want to know is what’s been on YOUR faces, Glamgelenos. We asked you to share your #WOYFs and lucky us — you’ve been calling the hotline! On today’s very special episode, we’re sharing some incredible products our community has been loving lately. Tune in to hear about a hair gel you can use as a brow s...
The Magic Behind Peter Thomas Roth's Sold-Out Eye Cream, JVN's New Brand and Ulta's 21 Days of Beauty Sale 31.08.2021 37:43
If you’ve been on TikTok, Twitter, or Instagram this past week, there’s a very high chance you watched a video of a woman in her 50s dabbing on eye cream, which made her very visible bags under her eyes disappear in a matter of a few minutes. The video has gone absolutely viral because it’s so unbelievable, the woman in question is being accused of witchcraft. The magical product she credits for h...
How Working at Glossier and Sephora Equipped Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye for Beauty Domination 27.08.2021 1:00:48
You've no doubt seen Ami Colé all over your Instagram lately, and it's for good reason: the Senegalese-inspired, Harlem-born brand is absolutely gorgeous, from the packaging to the formulations. Sara previously sang its praises when she chose it as a recent #WOYF. So how did Ami Colé emerge successful in such a competitive landscape? Two words: Diarrha N'Diaye-Mbaye. We're chatting with the founde...
A Skincare Scanner for Hyperpigmentation, Guyliner is Back, Plus More Buzzy Headlines 25.08.2021 34:07
Pinterest adds a new hair search function, Lil Huddy teams up with Glamnetic on some nail stickers that’ll get you excited for Halloween, and candle drama! We’re covering the latest headlines in beauty on today’s episode. Plus, the innovative device that Kirbie thinks will be a game-changer for those with hyperpigmentation. Also: if you called in about the mystery Cardi B. product, check your emai...
Hair Aging and Mild-to-Severe Hair Loss Tips With Melisse Shaban of Virtue Labs 20.08.2021 39:57
It's National Hair Loss Awareness Month, so we’re talking with the founder of one of our favorite haircare brands — Melisse Shaban of Virtue Labs . Melisse is sharing her hair wisdom with us, from how to deal with hair loss, the only ingredient FDA-approved to grow hair, plus how men and women's hair loss differs. She also discusses the innovative ingredient in Virtue's products — Alpha Keratin 60...
Celebrity Bathing Habits, Can You Guess the Brand From Cardi B.'s Bathroom Haul?, Plus More Headlines 17.08.2021 35:17
Are you showering enough? If you’ve listened to the celebrity discourse over the past week, you may be convinced bathing is optional. Sara has the scoop from a board-certified derm on how often we should *actually* be showering. Kirbie reports on why a recent Gossip Girl storyline where Julien gets courted by beauty brands is totally bogus, then quizzes Sara on all the brands Cardi B. has stocked...
"Dermaplaning Regret" and Face Shaving Myths with StackedSkincare's Kerry Benjamin 13.08.2021 47:20
Fun fact about us: We love to shave our faces! Dermaplaning is an essential part of our skincare routines, but we’ve never given it the proper love and attention it deserves on the pod. Who better to join us in singing the praises of our favorite form of exfoliation than Kerry Benjamin of StackedSkincare — the queen of dermaplaning. On today’s episode, Kerry talks about why you should dermaplane,...
Breaking Down the Wealthiest Celebrity Beauty Brands: Rihanna, Selena Gomez, Lady Gaga and More 10.08.2021 42:30
Who reigns supreme in the land of beauty? When it comes to celebrities, these top 10 (er, top 9 if we’re being honest) are at the top of their game. Sara quizzes Kirbie in this week’s rendition of Data Girl on those power rankings. Kirbie shares her recent story for Allure about biotin — how it’s probably not growing your hair out, it could be affecting your bloodwork, and might even be contributi...
Niacinamide: What it is, What it Does, and Who It's Best For 06.08.2021 32:46
You know we’re big fans of vitamin C over here, but there’s another vitamin we’re obsessed with — and there’s a very good chance you are too (even if you didn’t know it). Vitamin B-3, also known as niacinamide, has been popping up everywhere as of late and there is a very good reason why. On today’s episode of The Glossary, we’re breaking down what the superhero ingredient can do, why you should b...
The Benefits of Himalayan Salt Rooms, "Skimcare," Weighted Razors and More News 03.08.2021 41:56
We’re back from our mini-summer vacay! Did you miss us? We’ve got lots to catch up on including a bunch of exciting beauty retail news and a double-double #WOYF! On this ep, we’re discussing the partnership between Target and Ulta Beauty, which officially launches this month and we want to know — have you seen any ULTAs inside Targets out in the wild??? 👀💄🎯 Kirbie tried out a himalayan salt roo...
How Melatonin and CBD Affect Your Sleep (For Better or Worse) with The Sleep Doctor (Rewind Ep!) 27.07.2021 52:20
It’s time for another Gloss Angeles Rewind and this week, we’re playing another HIT! We’ve heard from many Glamgelenos that this is one of their favorite episodes and we can’t blame them. We LOVED having The Sleep Doctor Dr. Breus on back in 2019. Not only is he a Clinical Psychologist, a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine, and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine, but...
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