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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 from experts in the industry to celebrity spokespeople, including Hailey Bieber, Halsey, Selena Gom…
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Gloss Angeles reveals the practical decisions that turn beauty expertise, creative identity, and social attention into products, careers, and brands.
Gloss Angeles treats beauty as both a creative practice and a working industry. Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan pair lively product talk with guest conversations about brand building, career discipline, packaging, retail, and the influence of social platforms.
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Taylor Swift chatter leads into a beauty segment with practical product talk and a clear point of view.
Gloss Angeles starts with Taylor Swift chatter and then settles into a beauty conversation that becomes more grounded once it turns to how products wear in real life.
A conversational beauty AMA with specific product takes and clear buy signals.
Gloss Angeles trims a Slack-sourced AMA into a tidy makeup roundup. The hosts answer a viewer question about holy-grail products, and the strongest stretch comes when they get concrete about a foundation stick that feels comfortable and travel-friendly, along with Armani…
Beauty talk with perspective, burnout, and a steadier pace.
Vicky keeps the conversation tied to longevity, moving from an old 4:30 a.m., travel-all-the-time pace to something more livable. The best stretches are the ones about beauty being shaped by burnout, filters, and the norms people absorb over time, especially the work of undoing…
A glossy launch story that stays useful because it keeps its focus on craft.
Hung Vanngo's rise from backup makeup artist to a widely followed beauty figure gives the episode its center, and the Sephora brand launch keeps it feeling current.
A founder interview with enough product detail to make the beauty history stick.
Jeanine Lobel comes across as a founder with a sharp ear for product and copy. The episode works best when it moves between Stay All Day, the little lip gloss in the aluminum tube, and the playful taglines that helped shape her point of view.
A beauty interview that makes technique matter more than product panic.
Katie Jane Hughes is the kind of guest people were hoping for, and the conversation lands on a simple point: technique matters more than product panic.
Fragrance is framed as memory, place, and product strategy, with a lively fan energy.
The episode treats fragrance as place, memory, and a very specific kind of fantasy. Melanie Bender moves through Lore's scents with enough detail to make them feel tangible, from Sublimity's ylang ylang, coconut nectar, and sandalwood warmth to the Americana grit behind Spice…
Beauty chatter, brand strategy, and a clear read on the TPO ban.
It keeps its footing on the practical side of beauty chatter: a tween brand launch with Salish as the visible face, and the EU's TPO ban, treated as an ingredient-specific change rather than a blanket judgment on gel manicures.
Rob Walling on bootstrapped SaaS growth, plateaus, and exits — with founders who lived them.
Abbey Ashley's playbook for turning your job skills into a virtual assistant business.
SaaS operators on scaling, pricing and AI, metrics included.
Alex Blumberg interviews guests like Megan Phelps-Roper and Shane McAnally about failure and reinvention.
The hosts discuss how millennials are influencing Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, including social media engagement and a debate over the Toys R Us mascot's name.
The Lipstick Lesbians celebrate the three-year anniversary of their brand by sharing the story of how Christina's job firing led to the creation of Leak Labs and their journey in the beauty industry.
This episode features an interview with Hasia Abdul-Salam, founder of Renatural, discussing her innovative wig technology and personal beauty favorites.
The hosts discuss Black Friday and Cyber Monday beauty deals, sharing personal shopping experiences at Macy's and tips for finding sales on items like Good American jeans.
This episode features a review and discussion of Mary Phillips' new Leskin weightless serum foundation, highlighting its skin-like feel, buildable coverage, and subtle sweet fragrance.
The hosts discuss their desire to have Miss Piggy on the podcast while touching on counterfeit products and dupes in relation to MCO Beauty during the holiday season.
This episode discusses Shay Mitchell's sheet masks for toddlers, Dua Lipa's new skincare line, and Skims Beauty's new hire, while also touching on viral AI cat videos.
Two hosts discuss their emotional experience watching a preview of the musical Wicked, including crying during Ariana Grande's performance, while joking about their Halloween personas.
This preview of 'The Look' series on IMO features Michelle Obama discussing how her hair and beauty choices reflect cultural identity and personal journeys, with insights from collaborators.
Spencer Hedges discusses his favorite skincare and makeup products, including daily exfoliators and powder foundations, in an interview on a Los Angeles-based podcast.
This episode features an interview with Emira D'Spain, discussing her journey from beauty director to barrier-breaking model and influencer, along with her favorite beauty products.
This episode features a discussion on beauty products, including the Armani Luminous Silk Foundation, as part of the Super Woif segment presented by Macy's.
Two hosts discuss the complexities of plastic surgery in Los Angeles, exploring personal motivations, family reactions, and societal pressures while referencing Pat McGrath's bankruptcy.
This episode discusses Sephora's partnership with Olive Young to bring curated K-beauty products to its stores and online starting in 2026, analyzing its impact on the U.S.
Two hosts discuss their feelings about aging through their late 30s and anticipation of turning 40, sharing personal reflections and societal perspectives on different life decades.
The hosts discuss their reluctance to commit to future events while introducing their final news episode of 2025, which will cover the biggest beauty moments of the year.
This episode features an interview with ophthalmologist Dr.
This episode features an interview with celebrity hair colorist Katie Lee, discussing her holistic approach to hair health, favorite products, and techniques for achieving natural, dimensional color.
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The hosts discuss comedian Marcelo Hernandez's stand-up special, focusing on his observations about the violent nature of beauty salon procedures like waxing and how women endure them while distracting themselves.
This episode features a holiday gift guide where the hosts discuss gift recommendations for various categories in a structured format.
The host enthusiastically introduces the Shark Chill Pill, a new three-in-one personal cooling system from Shark, sharing her excitement and personal experience with the product.
A gastroenterologist discusses the gut-brain connection, fiber intake, and daily eating habits in this interview.
This episode features an interview with beauty industry veteran Sarah Creal, discussing her brand's award-winning design, product formulation, and targeted marketing for women aged 40 and above.
Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan discuss beauty industry news, including Ulta's tween birthday parties, Sephora's new teen skincare line, and the EU ban on TPO in gel polish.
Sarah Michelle Gellar discusses her career, beauty routines, and 1990s icon status in an interview with hosts who express admiration for her work.
Celebrity hairstylist Chris McMillan discusses iconic hairstyles like the Rachel and his work with stars like Britney Spears and Miley Cyrus, while sharing his essential hair care tips and products.
This episode features an interview with Julee Wilson discussing celebrating aging in a youth-obsessed beauty industry and her involvement with Michelle Obama's podcast.
This episode features an interview with Vanessa Lee, an RN and founder of The Things We Do, discussing Jeuveau (Jovo), a neuromodulator for cosmetic treatments, including its origins, comparison to other products like Botox, and personal experiences.
The hosts share personal gossip about attending a glamorous pre-Oscars party in Los Angeles, where they met celebrities like Jacob Elordi and Michael B.
Molly Sims discusses her experiences with cosmetic procedures like microneedling, aging as a celebrity, and navigating beauty standards while dealing with unexpected bruising.
This episode features an interview with Erica Taylor, a makeup influencer and Global Makeup Coach at IT Cosmetics, discussing her educational tutorials for women over 40 and her new book.
This episode features Saie founder Laney Crowell discussing her Gen Z-focused beauty brand's popularity, product launches like vanity cases, and community engagement.
The hosts discuss their past beauty segment format and share current favorite luxury beauty products, starting with a lip liner recommendation.
This episode discusses a special election in California on Proposition 50, which authorizes temporary redistricting of congressional districts in response to Texas's partisan redistricting to ensure fair elections through 2030.
This episode features an interview with Jacquelyn De Jesu, founder and inventor of Shhhowercap, discussing her patented waterproof shower cap design and her personal beauty product recommendations.
This episode features an interview with Emmy-nominated hair designer Sarah Hindsgaul, discussing her work on Stranger Things and teasing a potential additional episode announcement.
The hosts discuss seeing Sabrina Carpenter in concert, focusing on her fashion, fan reactions, and how social media amplifies fandom.
Makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes joins Gloss Angeles to discuss why technique trumps products, shares her top beauty essentials, and teases upcoming launches from her brand KJH.
This episode features the founders of Clear Stem skincare discussing their personal struggles with acne, the creation of their brand, and hidden triggers like birth control and diet.
Jeanine Lobell, founder of Stila and Neen, shares her journey from makeup artist to beauty entrepreneur, including stories about working with celebrities like Naomi Campbell and Michael Jackson, inventing sustainable packaging, and navigating brand acquisitions with Estee Lauder.
Kirbie and Sara discuss attending a Shark beauty event where they saw Kris Jenner's facelift, analyzing its impact and the surgeon's high demand.
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Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan discuss luxury beauty collaborations, including a Lexus concept car and Lush's Halloween collection, while analyzing celebrity brand ambassadorships, closures like Flower Beauty, and marketing strategies for Gen Z-focused brands such as Bubble.
Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan discuss Taylor Swift's potential wedding makeup, debating whether she'll wear her signature red lip.
Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan discuss Taylor Swift's new album with a focus on adult themes, analyze Selena Gomez's wedding beauty look, review Orsay's Cloud Dimensions product, provide an update on Bubble Skincare's campaign, and explore the new U.S.
Jackie Johnson arrives in full noon glam, and the room goes straight into fast friend-chaos.
Vicky Tsai, founder of Tatcha, discusses her journey from burnout to balance, sharing insights on longevity, beauty industry challenges, and personal healing.
Makeup artist Hung Vanngo discusses launching his namesake brand at Sephora, sharing his five kit essentials, career journey from Vietnam to New York, and insights on working with celebrities like Selena Gomez and Helena Christensen.
Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan answer listener questions about their holy grail makeup products, favorite beauty gadgets, and dream podcast collaborations.
The hosts interview a beauty founder about her favorite five products, discussing makeup, skincare, and hair care.
Co-hosts Kirbie and Sara discuss Kirbie's Webby Award nomination and share personal anecdotes about beauty and pop culture.
Celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg shares her favorite products and techniques for achieving glowing skin and flawless makeup.
Co-hosts discuss a recent haircut and recap their VIP experience at Sephoria, a beauty industry event.
The hosts interview a cosmetic chemist about hair care bars and answer listener questions on beauty science.
Co-hosts interview celebrity hairstylist Mark Townsend about his work and current beauty products.
A beauty podcast episode featuring a board-certified dermatologist discussing skincare, treatments, and trends.
The hosts interview celebrity hair colorist Matt Rez about his work with stars like Chrissy Teigen, Addison Rae, and Hailey Bieber.
Co-hosts interview a nail artist about her career and the evolution of nail salons.
Co-hosts interview Chelsea Riggs, CEO of Amika, discussing her journey building the brand and the beauty industry.