Gloss Angeles
Episodes
Skincare Doesn't Have to Be Expensive to Be Great (With Jackie Kim of Maelove)
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Jackie Kim is the founder of Maelove, the brand behind one of the buzziest vitamin C products on the market—The Glowmaker. Since its launch in 2018,...
Lauren Conrad on Her Years-In-The-Making Beauty Line, Packing Her Own PR Mailers, Melasma and More
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren Conrad needs no introduction, but her makeup brand does! According to LC herself, Lauren Conrad Beauty has been years in the making – she’l...
Our Interview With Selena Gomez: How the Entertainment Industry Affected Her Self-Confidence, Where She's At Now, and What Void Rare Beauty Fills in the Industry
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Major pod moment: Selena Gomez is on the podcast! Should we leave it at that? The artist, producer and brand founder chats with us about what she want...
Want Glass Skin? Peach & Lily Founder Alicia Yoon Shares Her Secrets for Achieving A Dewy, Glowy Complexion
28 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve heard us rave about Peach & Lily’s Glass Skin Refining Serum many times before, so we are thrilled to have the brains and beauty behind...
6 New Launches to Look Out For, Plus KKW Skin & JLO Beauty are Coming for Your Faces (& Wallets)
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You might be one step closer to stealing both Kim Kardashian and J. Lo’s glow. In this week’s beauty news, KKW’s legal team is trademarking KKW ...
The Business of Being Patrick Starrr
21 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Patrick Simondac, known around the world as Patrick Starrr, is a Filipino-American beauty influencer and content creator, having filmed makeup tutoria...
Lauren Conrad Launches a Beauty Line, There's Another TikTok Beauty Brand in Town, Plus Which Skincare Brands Rule Social Media?
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Another week, another slew of launches from your favorite celebfluencers. This time, it’s Lauren Conrad and Addison Rae. We discuss LC’s new eco-f...
Are These the Most Iconic Beauty Products of All Time? CEW 2020 Beauty Awards Finalists Announcement
14 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have a little bit of a different episode, Glamgelenos! Gloss Angeles is proud to be partnering with the Cosmetic Executive Women, or CEW, to ...
Our Unfiltered Thoughts on Fenty Skin, Alicia Keys' New Brand, and Megan Thee Stallion Got a Beauty Deal
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Another week of exciting beauty news, y’all! Alicia Keys has partnered with e.l.f. Cosmetics on a “wellness” line. What could that mean? Here’...
Barbie Ferreira Wants to Know: Why Would a Brand Need 35 Shades of 'Vanilla' Foundation?
07 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You know Barbie Ferreira, but just in case: Barbie is a model, actress and current face of Becca Cosmetics. She made headlines with her Aerie campaign...
Nordstrom Anniversary Beauty Deals, Toni Braxton’s Vibrator Skincare “Hack,” & a Celebration of Our Favorite Beauty-Loving Leos
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In case you missed it, it’s LEO SZN. But honestly, how could you? Not only do Leos love celebrating their birthdays (and posting about it on social)...
If We Didn't Convince You To Use Retinol, Klur Founder Lesley Thornton Will
31 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is Lesley Thornton, an esthetician, formulator, and founder of the clean and sustainable skincare brand KLUR. But before Lesley launch...
Lana Condor is the New Face of This Beauty Brand, Black-Owned Natural Hair Brand BREAD Launches at Sephora, Plus a No-Pigment “Foundation” That Has Us Pleasantly Surprised
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for some beauty news, Glamgelenos! First, we discuss Lana Condor and Jenna Ortega being picked as the newest faces of Neutrogena (Spoiler al...
Is the Beauty Industry a Cult? Linguistically, Maybe. Featuring Author and Linguist Amanda Montell
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Montell is a writer, linguist, and author of the critically acclaimed book Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language, whic...
Clarisonic Shuts Down, Rihanna is Launching Skin Care, & a Brow Product We’re Both Obsessed With
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got a bunch of beauty news to cover today, Glamgelenos! First off, the end of an era: Clarisonic is calling it quits. So sad! We share our tho...
Our Giveaway Winners, Patrick Starrr & Jackie Aina News, Plus a Mascara That’s “Out of This World”
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re kicking things off this week with some great news: We’re announcing the five lucky winners of our epic anniversary giveaway! Thank you to ev...
The Top 10 Best Moments From One Year of Gloss Angeles
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can you believe? We turn ONE today! (Gloss Angeles is a Cancer? Who knew!) A year ago we were just a lil newborn pod and now we're a full-fledged todd...
Our Favorite Face, Body and Budget Sunscreens (Mini Ep!_
03 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing from our discussion on Tuesday, we wanted to share a few terms you should know in the world of sun protection as well as our favorite face,...
Wear Sunscreen? This is Required Listening
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are chemical sunscreens really worse than mineral sunscreens? Are you applying spray sunscreen incorrectly? And what's problematic about the term "ree...
Lube, Irritating Skin Care Ingredients and Product Existentialism with Nécessaire's Randi Christiansen
26 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Randi Christiansen is on a quest to find the necessary. For her, this means finding innovation over inventing something brand new; products that are c...
Soko Glam's New Line, A Balm to Heal All Dryness and a Primer That Will Change Your Life
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
NIPPLES! Did we get your attention? We definitely had the giggles this episode! Today we're sharing a shorter version of our regular show because we h...
All About Bacteria and Cleaning Your Brushes With Sigma Beauty Founder Dr. Simone Xavier
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Simone Xavier, co-founder of Sigma Beauty, joins us to talk all about brushes. Dr. Xavier created Sigma with her husband with a unique background....
Sharon Chuter, UOMA'S Beauty's Founder, is Making Brands #PullUporShutUp
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sharon Chuter's story is incredible. We have her on the show because of the work she's doing with the Pull Up or Shut Up initiative — a movement she...
How to Support Black Women in the Beauty Industry With Instyle's Senior Beauty Editor Kayla Greaves
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to concentrate on anything other than what's happening in the news. Today we have special guest Kayla Greaves, senior beauty editor at InSty...
All Things Lady Gaga and HAUS Labs With Makeup Artist Sarah Tanno-Stewart
29 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Tanno-Stewart is the Global Artistry Director at Haus Labs where she works with her client and close friend Lady Gaga — maybe you've heard of ...
Pregnancy Safe Skincare: What You Can and Can't Use With Dr. Joyce, MD FAAD
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
THERE'S A BABY ON BOARD! Sara announced her pregnancy this weekend and thank goodness because we could barely keep quiet much longer. To celebrate, we...
How Dermstore Vets the Brands They Carry + the Future Shopping For Beauty with Cyndi Isgrig
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You asked for this one: in our glorious Facebook group, you wanted to know how products are picked to be sold at certain retailers and what the future...
The Biggest Mistake You're Making in Your Hair Care Routine With Anh Co Tran
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're honored to have today's guest on the show! Celebrating Asian Pacific American Hertitage Month, Anh Co Tran joins us to share his story of coming...
Do You Have Acne or Rosacea? How To Tell The Difference + What Triggers to Avoid in Skin Care
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rosacea affects 415 million people worldwide. It's a skin condition that results from a variety of factors and triggers, the latter of which can be di...
CBD 101: Everything You Need to Know Before You Buy With Fleur Marche's Meredith Schroeder
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
CBD is easily one of the most pitched products in our inboxes. We sometimes feel so overwhelmed with CBD brands and products that it can be easy for u...
How to Curate a Sustainable Beauty Routine With Jenny Ong
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
April 22nd is Earth Day! On today's episode, we're focusing on how to incorporate sustainable products into our routine, what to look for (because eve...
The Power of Kosas: Sheena Yaitanes on Creating a Powerhouse Clean Brand
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You know by now that we adore clean beauty brand Kosas, which was founded in 2015 by Sheena Yaitanes, a scientist, artist, entrepreneur, mother, and l...
Gel Removal, At-Home Manicure 101 and Sexy Hands with Betina Goldstein
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Betina Goldstein is one of the most celebrated nail artists in the industry and has worked on countless celebrity nails, from Zoe Kravitz to Bella Had...
Retinol 101: Everything You Need to Know About Using It and Loving It
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Glams, Kirbie had an issue with her mic. We're sorry. If it's unbearable, please let us know -- this is an informative ep we want you to enjoy, and if...
Our CVS Skin Care Haul: Drugstore Products For $30 or Less
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no secret we love prestige brands, like a fancy serum or decadent créme, but we also believe good skin care doesn’t mean spending hundreds o...
How to Take Care of Yourself While Social Distancing
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We hope you've been finding ways to keep busy and entertained while social distancing, Glamgelenos. May we recommend our Instagram? We have a great so...
Australian Beauty Advice With Go-To Skin Care Founder (and Former Beauty Editor) Zoë Foster Blake
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's a beauty editor kiki! Zoë Foster Blake is one of Australia’s most celebrated beauty experts. But before she became a beauty brand founder, she...
Creating a Clean Beauty Brand With Ilia Founder Sasha Plavsic
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Sasha Plavsic is the founder of ILIA Beauty, a prestige line of natural and organic beauty products that combine superior color performance and nouris...
Melasma and Hyperpigmentation 101 With Dr. Samolitis
21 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We have a bonus episode this Friday! Part two of our discussion with Dr. Samolitis is all about melasma: what causes it, what does it look like, what'...
Your Most Asked Derm Questions with Dr. Samolitis
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Nancy Samolitis, MD, FAAD is our guest today, answering all your questions from how to get rid of chin fat, when to see a dermatologist vs. an est...
What Makeup Products to Splurge On with Chanel Celebrity Artist Kate Lee
14 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Valentine's Day, Glamgelenos. Treat yourself to a face mask and get read for some ASMR because today we have one of the most renowned celebrity ...
The Magical Jonathan Van Ness Answers All Your Hair Questions
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
JVN!!! Can you believe? This week we have Jonathan Van Ness on the show. The lil baby angel cherub and Clean Beauty Ambassador for Biossance was graci...
8 Things We’re Wearing on Our Face (Hair and Body) Lately
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been awhile since we chatted! Today is an extra-long What’s on Your Face and Beauty News episode. What mascara combo is giving Kirbie killer ...
Korean Beauty Trends and the World of White Labeling Products with Charlotte Cho
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You'd be hard pressed to find a beauty lover that hasn't tried a Korean beauty product or trend. But there was once a time when purchasing K-beauty pr...
Is Blue Light Skin Damage a Myth? Talking About Visible Light's Effect on the Skin With Dr. Loretta
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You might know Dr. Loretta Ciraldo, MD, FAAD, as the creator of the cult-favorite Tightening Eye Gel, which won Allure’s Best of Beauty Awards this ...
How Tatcha's Vicky Tsai Healed Her Dermatitis With Japanese Skin Care
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Vicky Tsai, founder and “Chief Treasure Hunter” of Tatcha, one of the most beloved skin care brands of the last decade and one of our favorites he...
The Best Treatments For Acne, Fine Lines, and Dark Circles According to Celebrity Esthetician Georgia Louise
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Georgia Louise is one of the world’s most sought after facialists, with clients like Jennifer Anistion, Emma Stone, Emily Blunt and Linda Evangelist...
Fenty Beauty's Priscilla Ono on the Way Rihanna Does Her Makeup + The Right Way to Apply Contour and Highlight
20 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We want to acknowledge the echo you’re going to hear in today’s ep — it’s because we are on location at Priscilla Ono’s gorgeous penthouse! ...
Makeup Week: The Top 10 Must-Have Cosmetic Launches of 2019
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're closing out our holiday programming with MAKEUP WEEK! We're discussing two Tatcha launches and the most-searched beauty questions on Google, plu...
Shani Darden: The Most Common Skin Issue She Encounters + How to Properly Pop a Pimple
13 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Continuing skin week, today we're talking about the best way to pop a pimple at home and the most common skin care issue Shani Darden encounters when ...
The Best Skincare Launches of 2019 — 10 Products That Are Gloss Angeles-Approved
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the holidays with Gloss Angeles! Each week for the month of December, we’ll feature a different beauty theme. This week, we’re diving i...
The Science Behind Healthy, Shiny Hair From Dyson’s Lead Insights Engineer
06 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You've heard us rave about Dyson hair products, which is why were were thrilled to get Veronica Alanis, Lead Insights Engineer at the brand on the pod...
The Best Hair Launches of 2019 - Gloss Angeles Approved
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to holidays with Gloss Angeles! Each week this month we’ll feature a different beauty theme. This week is all about HAIR. Oh yeah, and we’...
The Sales to Know and the Gifts to Give this Holiday Season
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Happy holidays! A cheat sheet for finding the best Black Friday deals, plus our favorite gifts to give and receive — because we’re huge advocates ...
The Power of Great Sleep: Change Your Routine, Change Your Life (Featuring The Sleep Doctor)
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is beauty sleep real? How long should you really be sleeping? Plus a warning about melatonin. We're answering all of your most-asked sleep questions t...
What to Do With Your Gently Tested and Unused Beauty Products
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're discussing how, where and what to donate and recycle when it comes to gently tested and unused beauty products, featuring some amazing org...
How Wine Inspired a Cult-Favorite Serum With April Gargiulo From Vintner's Daughter
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
April Gargiulo is the founder of Vintner’s Daughter, the cult-favorite brand beloved by skincare fanatics, from celebrities and beauty editors to cl...
5 Ingredients We Typically Avoid in Skin Care Products
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Our job is to try everything at least once, but that doesn't mean we don't pump the breaks when it comes to certain ingredients. We've learned over ti...
If You Use Vitamin C in Your Routine (And Who Doesn't?), This Episode is Mandatory
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You're likely already using a vitamin C in your routine, but do you know what it's actually doing to your skin? And why you should be using it, o...
Best Drugstore Dupes with Breaking Beauty's Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have our first joint guests! Please welcome Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins of Breaking Beauty (which just hit 1M downloads!) to Gloss Angeles!...
Botox 101: Everything You've Ever Wanted to Know About Injectables with Carrie Strom, SVP of Allergan U.S. Medical Aesthetics
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let's have a bo-talk, shall we? If you've ever wondered about injectables, how they work, their side effects or anything else regarding Botox and fill...
These 6 At-Home Skin Care Tools and Gadgets Really Work
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Gadgets are a great way to supplement your skincare routine, especially if you can’t get into the spa for a facial. But not all gadgets are made equ...
The 3 Steps to Getting Perfect Brows with Benefit Cosmetics Global Brow Artist Jared Bailey
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, we're chatting with Benefit Cosmetics' Global Brow Expert Jared Bailey about all things brows — how to shape them, how to fi...
Beauty and Aging According to Actress and Activist Laverne Cox
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Our first celebrity guest is the incomparable Laverne Cox.She is an Emmy-nominated actress, Emmy-winning documentary film producer, SAG award winner, ...
Lash Extensions vs. Lash Perms — Everything You Need To Know
17 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Curious about lash extensions? Wonder what you'd look like with a lash perm? Sara and Kirbie consider themselves experts when it comes to the two beau...
How To Get Rid Of Adult Acne & Blemishes, According To Renée Rouleau
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, we’re chatting with Renée Rouleau, famed esthetician and the woman responsible for teaching Kirbie a ton about skincare....
8 Products That Will Transform Your Face For the Better (August 2019 Favorites)
03 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest parts of Kirbie and Sara’s jobs are testing new beauty products, so it only makes sense that they share their current favorites w...
The Mistakes You're Making With Sun Protection
27 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
90% of aging comes from daily sun exposure — not major sunburns! Today we’re breaking down sun protection, the different types of rays that cause ...
The Biggest Makeup Mistakes with Daniel Martin
20 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Our first guest had to be epic, right? Please welcome to Gloss Angeles the incomparable Daniel Martin! Daniel is a renowned makeup artist whose career...
How to Properly Read a Product Label
13 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You asked, we answered! A question we often get is “How do I read a product label?” We get it. Labels are very confusing. For instance, did you kn...
Hair Tools: What’s Worth the Splurge
06 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we’re a little hairbrained. Hair tools are one of the biggest investments you can make in your beauty routine, and a good purc...
Are Facials Worth the Money?
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We’re often asked about facials: are they worth the expense? How often should you go to see results? And what type of facial is best for certain ski...
Sweat-Proof Makeup Tips For When It's Hot as a Crotch
23 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Does anyone get that Britney reference in the title? Bueller? IT'S HOT! IN HERE! AND OUT THERE! IT'S HOT EVERYWHERE! HELP! We know the struggle o...
The Correct Way to Apply Your Skin Care Products
16 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We asked and you shouted from the rooftops: your biggest skincare conundrum was what order you should be applying your beloved products. Good news: th...
Baby They're Worth It: Skin Care Products We Love
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In our first episode, we chat about what made us want to get into the beauty world, what makes this podcast ~different~, plus let you in on our 5 favo...
Welcome to Gloss Angeles!
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kirbie Johnson and Sara Tan will give their West Coast perspective on all things makeup, skincare, and wellness with a sprinkle of pop culture and cel...