
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... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 613 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Fashion & BeautyArtsEntertainment NewsNews | |||

Jennifer Lawrence launched mes°, and the internet has thoughts. So do we. Kirbie and Sara discuss the products they’re curious about, why the launch messaging leaves them with questions, and where legitimate skepticism turns into an unnecessary pile-... more
Britney Spears and Miss Piggy have questions about beauty distribution.
Kirbie and Sara unpack Patrick Ta Beauty’s lawsuit against CVS over allegedly unauthorized sales, including the brand’s arguments about warranties, customer service and the appe... more
When Jennifer Lawrence reached out about starting a beauty brand, Jasmina Aganovic’s first answer was no. So what changed?
In part two of our conversation, the Arcaea founder takes us inside mes°, the haircare brand she co-founded with Lawrence, fro... more
What if managing body odor started with feeding your skin’s ecosystem? MIT-trained scientist and Future Society founder Jasmina Aganovic joins us to explain the thinking behind Base Scent, the unscented treatment Kirbie hasn’t stopped talking about. more
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In the 5 years I’ve been a listener, Kirbie and Sara have given me an education, truly. They are experts in the beauty universe, and they gracefully break down information so that it’s digestible for everyone without shying away from the science. Their passion for the industry, genuine curiosity with guests, and tangible best friend chemistry keeps me tuning in religiously. Rare that a podcast keeps you informed AND laughing. I consider this podcast the Holy Grail of beauty podcasts, and can’t r... more
I have been listening to Gloss Angeles since their pod first came out. They have such great insight into the Beauty world. They also have morals and are not afraid to speak their minds. They have great guests but I love listening to Kirbie and Sara just talked to each other. They also do a great job outside of the podcast interacting with listeners. Even better, they allow opportunities for testing out new products for honest reviews. It has been fun to watch their careers since their podcast st... more
Really happy to have discovered this podcast. I feel like I’m listening to my friends talking about some of my favorite topics. I think they offer fresh and honest takes on beauty that’s both well researched and fun.
My favorite beauty podcast! I love that Kirbie and Sara aren’t afraid to bring up politics (beauty, consumerism, products—it’s ALL political!)
Gloss Angeles is one of a few podcasts I make sure to catch as soon as every episode drops! The addition of video has been great too. I love the guest interviews and appreciate that beauty industry updates are coming from two experienced journalists. (I’m baffled by the few reviews here suggesting undisclosed biases or ads — they are always very clear about any sponsorship and they don’t hold back from honest reporting.) Also recommend joining the Gloss Angeles Confidential program, to try a... more
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Gloss Angeles leans into expert beauty know-how paired with pop-culture storytelling, delivering practical product insights, brand stories, and candid industry commentary. Episodes frequently mix hands-on testing, influencer and founder interviews, and timely headlines—from shade-range debates and supply-chain shifts to retailer strategies and makeup artistry lore. Notable strengths include chemistry between hosts, high-quality guest conversations, and a knack for translating trends into actionable consumer guidance. The show often features industry insiders, brand founders, and celebrity partners, making it a strong fit for listeners who want both credibility and entertainment in beauty, wellness, and culture coverage.
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Recent guests on Gloss Angeles include:
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