Alexandra French on Leaving Euphoria, Industry Politics and the Makeup Products She Doesn't Use on Herself

Dani Austin hive, rise up — we’ve got the influencer and Divi founder on the pod! Dani joins the show to talk all things hair care and scalp health and why she wanted to create her own haircare brand, which sold $40M in the first year alone just from their serum. In our convo, she discusses the science and strategy behind Divi and her own hair loss journey, the wild world of content creation (she was one of Forbes Top 50 Creators in 2023), why listening to critics can benefit a brand's strategy, and how the landscape has changed since she started her YouTube channel back in 2012. Shop Dani's picksGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JLo’s unenthusiastic Met Gala response, Dyson’s new super-smart Supersonic hair dryer, and the latest in Youthforia drama — we’re discussing it all on today’s episode. We first react to a video that went viral of Jennifer Lopez answering who she was wearing to the Met Gala. Did you think she was purposely being salty? Hear our thoughts. Then, we chat about Dyson’s latest launch which focuses on scalp health. It’s even more expensive than the original — find out why. We also discuss the recent controversy surrounding Youthforia’s Serum Foundation, from Javon Ford’s ingredient breakdown of why the deepest shade is so problematic to the retailers who have decided to drop them. To end, we’re sharing our first reactions to Bella Hadid’s new skin scent brand Orabella. Spoiler alert: We liked what we smelled! Shop this episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thank you to iNN Beauty Project for partnering with us on this episode. You've heard us rave about Extreme Cream, now get to know the powerhouse women behind iNN Beauty Project! Joining us today are co-founders Jen Shane and Alisa Metzger, who both have an incredible resume in the beauty industry. When Extreme Cream launched in January, it because a viral hit — so much so that it caused Kirbie to take a second look at a brand she thought only catered to Gen Z. She's now on her third bottle (refill) of the moisturizer. Jen and Alisa will share why they're able to bridge the skincare gap between multiple generations, the amount of money they put into their clinical testing, and even share their thoughts on the Youthforia scandal. Plus, they're gifting 250 listeners their own bottle of Extreme Cream! Tune in to learn how to sign up. (Hint: join our Slack.)Shop Jen and Alisa's episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another Gloss Angeles milestone: it’s our 400th episode! We knew we had to get a special guest for today’s episode, so we have none other than Emmy-award winning makeup artist (and fellow Glamgeleno) Alexandra French! Alex joins the show to share her thorough (and epic) WOYF, how she manifested her job on Euphoria — and why she’s leaving the show for season 3, the politics of being a part of a celebrity glam squad, and so, so much more. Tune in to get a peek behind the curtain but stay for Alex's epic storytelling. Shop Alex's episodeThe artists who Alex recommends following: @byjuanalvear @lucyjbridge @frenchtouchofmakeup @melissa.hurkman @valentina1121liGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you afraid of the dark? You might be after this spooky story! Sara shares a recent “encounter” Zoe and her had with a shadowy figure in their home. SOS! In less frightening news, we have our favorite board-certified dermatologist and co-founder of Facile, Dr. Nancy Samolitis, back on the podcast to answer some mailbag questions we couldn’t about sebacious hyperplasia, melasma, and her thoughts on the bill to ban children from using anti-aging skincare. Kirbie also chats with Dr. Sam about her recent CoolPeel and PRP treatment. Shop this episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Mailbag time, Glams! On today’s episode, we’re answering your burning beauty questions, like what’s the best long-lasting eyeliners? How do you start using self-tanning products? And what do we really think about silicone patches and eye serums? Tune in to see if your question got answered! If you didn’t get a chance to submit yours, we do these regularly, so hit us with your questions on Instagram, Slack, Facebook, or on our hotline. Shop all our recommendations hereGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PSA: Do not use coconut oil in place of sunscreen. But you already knew that if you’re a true Glamgeleno. We had to state the obvious since it has come to our attention that Kristin Cavallari promoting false (and dangerous!) sun safety practices on her podcast. We have some words about it. We also discuss the proposed bill banning the sale of anti-aging skin care to anyone under 13 in California. How will this bill be enforced? And what impact will it have on ingredients like retinoids and acids that are used to treat acne in teens? Plus: Mandy Moore’s hair in ‘A Walk to Remember’ and Taylor Swift's latest album, including a track that takes a jab at one Ms. Kim Kardashian. Shop this episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We kick off the episode with a very important (and divisive) question — do you shower with the lights on or off? It had never occurred to Kirbie and Sara that people bathed in darkness, but apparently that is a thing people do. How do you see what you’re grabbing for and what about the monsters? We discuss. Then, MOB Beauty co-founders Victor Casale and Alicia Gallagher join the convo to discuss the extremely exciting news that they’re recreating the original shade of MAC Spice, the same one Victor created for the beauty brand in the late 1980s. Listen in to hear the painstaking process he went through to ensure it was the exact color as the original and get ready for the lauch of M1990 on 4/17!Shop this episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This ain’t Texas, but we’re going country over here on Gloss Angeles today. If you’ve listened to Cowboy Carter or scrolled through TikTok and heard someone singing about “buckle bunnies,” you have definitely heard Tanner Adell’s beautiful voice. She lent her talents to Beyonce’s emotional cover of Blackbird and while her star was already on the rise before being sprinkled with Bey’s magic, there’s no denying she’s a superstar now. Lucky for us, Tanner joined the pod to share her story, like the challenges she faces as a Black woman in the country music industry and how she found her personal style in the genre. A beauty girl at heart, Tanner also spilled the tried-and-true products she relies on for her glam and her dreams of collaborating with brands like Prada, Fenty Beauty, and Disney. Plus, her new single Whiskey Blues is out today — so after the episode, go stream it! Shop Tanner's picksGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today is National Mature Woman's Day, a day created by industry veteran and founder Laura Geller! She joins us on the pod to talk about catering to the mature demographic with her makeup, how to apply powder foundation (like her Baked Balance-n-Brighten) properly, and the beauty landscape circa 1993. Plus, what goes into product pricing that you may not consider as a customer, and why she suggests paring back your skincare in the AM. For today only, shop on www.laurageller.com for a sitewide age-based discount sale, starting at 40% - so if you’re 40, you get 40% off, if you’re 60, you get 60% off!Shop this episodeGlossAngelesPod.comhttps://glossangeles.komi.ioCALL US: 424-341-0426Shop products from our episodesJoin our FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/glossangelespodcastInstagram: @glossangelspod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanTwitter: @glossangelespod, @kirbiejohnson, @saratanEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.