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Amanda Montell is a writer, linguist, and author of the critically acclaimed book Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language, which has earned praise from readers and critics alike, including publications like The New York Times, Time Magazine, and Harper's Bazaar. Amanda is currently developing Wordslut for television with FX, while working on her second book, Cultish—about the language of cults from Scientology to SoulCycle—slated for publication in June 2021 (which she gave us a sneak peek on). Amanda's other writing has been featured in Marie Claire, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Nylon, Byrdie, and Who What Wear, where she formerly served as the Features & Beauty Editor. We marked this episode as explicit because of the converation, which is respectful but may be considered explicit to some.

On this episode, Amanda dives deep into the somewhat problematic language we use in the beauty industry, advice for how we can redefine the way we talk about ourselves and our bodies, and why it's actually really progressive of us to say like so freaking much. 

You can follow Amanda on Instagram @amanda_montell and pick up your copy of Wordslut here. 

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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 thoughts on why the cleansing-brush brand is closing its doors. Meanwhile, Fenty Beauty is expanding its range to include skincare. That’s right, come July 31, fans of Rihanna’s glow will be able to shop Fenty Skin. Gen Z will be excited to learn that TikTok sister stars Charlie and Dixie D’Amelio are creating a new line with Morphe geared towards their younger generation. We’re also expanding on news from last week and diving into the deets about Jackie Aina, Desi Perkins, and Patrick Starrr’s launches. Plus, a brow duo we're both psyched about and a peel that's not for the timid (or for sensitive skin).

Products Mentioned

Clarisonic Cleansing Brush

Fenty Skin

One/Size Beauty Go Off Makeup Dissolving Mist

One/Size Beauty Juiciest Makeup Remover Wipes

Tarte Youth or Dare Multi Acid & C Serum

Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream

Morphe 2

FORVR MOOD

DEZI

What’s On Your Face

Kirbie: Obagi Blue Brilliance Triple Acid Peel ($145)

Sara: MARC JACOBS BEAUTY Brow Wow Duo Brow Powder Pencil and Tinted Gel + 1 Pencil Refill ($39)

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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 everyone who entered to win and who has been supporting us since our very first episode. We also want to welcome our new listeners who found us through this contest — we hope you’ll stay and join the fam! 

It’s a big news week for influencers, namely Patrick Starrr and Jackie Aina. We’ll be discussing Patrick Starrr’s beauty brand launch One/Size, as well as FOREVR Mood, Jackie Aina’s new lifestyle brand. 

Stay tuned for a Friday episode featuring linguist, author of Wordslut, and fellow former beauty editor Amanda Montell, who is giving us a lesson on the problematic marketing terms that run the beauty industry — yikes! 

What’s On Your Face: 

Kirbie: Pat McGrath Labs Dark Star Mascara, $30 (out 7/16 online) 

Sara: Noshinku Hand Sanitizer, $10 for one or 3 for $24

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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 toddler. We're recounting some of our favorite moments of the past year, reliving fun interviews and random tangents, plus sharing some of the episodes we're most proud of. And what's a birthday without gifts? We have a massive giveaway taking place on Instagram, featuring all of our favorite brands and products. Your whole regimen will be stacked with over 20+ products, worth over $1500!

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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, body and budget-friendly sunscreen picks. Remember: don't ask why, just reapply! (Every 40-80 minutes or whenever you sweat/get into the water. Whatever comes first.)

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Neogen Day-Light Protection Sun Screen SPF 50/PA+++, $30

Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion SPF 50+ Sunscreen, $49 

C’est Moi Gentle Mineral Sunscreen, $15

Versed Guards Up Mineral Sunscreen, $22 

Elta MD UV Clear Broad Spectrum 46, $28

BLUESTONE SUNSHIELD, $68

SuperGoop Play Everyday Body Lotion SPF 50, $58

Neutrogena Hydro Boost SPF 50, $13

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Are chemical sunscreens really worse than mineral sunscreens? Are you applying spray sunscreen incorrectly? And what's problematic about the term "reef safe"? We have Menas Kizoulis, Scientific Engagement Director at Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Inc, the company behind brands like Neutrogena, Aveeno and Neostrata, as our guest today. Menas has invented many patents and conducted clinical research; he knows a lot about sun protection. He's also a melanoma survivor. (Wear your sunscreen and reapply!) Menas answers many questions you submitted via Instagram, including what SPF level is best, how to reapply sunscreen over your makeup and more.

We also discuss what's happening with Susan Yara and her brand Naturium, plus two new launches from Glossier and Kosas.

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Randi Christiansen is on a quest to find the necessary. For her, this means finding innovation over inventing something brand new; products that are crafted meticulously, look beautiful, feel good to the touch and are better than what's already in the world. It's not excess, it's editing your routine. The scandinavian co-founder of Nécessaire worked for many years as an executive ast Estee Lauder Companies, with brands like La Mer and Tom Ford. (We know.) She took her expertise and applied it to Nécessaire, a Gloss Angeles favorite. Nécessaire as owned the bodycare space, focusing on face-grade ingredients and providing options without fragrance, including products like body wash, deodorant, body lotion, lubricant and body scrub. Randi talks to us the meaning and reason behind the brand, what ingredients she has found are most irritating to the skin, why The Sex Gel is considered part of body care and the next launch we can expect from the brand. Follow Nécessaire || Follow Randi

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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 have a great, hour-long interview launching on Friday. So it's just us! Grab your drink of choice and let's chat while you're going through your end of day skin care routine. We have two big pieces of beauty news to share, including Soko Glam's new skin care line, the brand worth $1B, plus the products we've been slathering on our face (and belly).

Beneath Your Mask Whipped Souffle, $28

Lawless Beauty Set the Stage Hydrating Priming Serum, $48

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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. Having received a Ph.D. molecular bacteriology and infectious diseases and a masters in veterinary pathology, she knows a thing or two about how bacteria spreads — something we need to heed now more than ever. We are huge fans of Sigma brushes and chances are you've seen the brand's incredible cleansing mats and gloves. Dr. Xavier explains exactly how to make a disinfecting spray at home, why diluting your alcohol mixtures to 70% is crucial to their effectiveness and how Sigma brushes are built to outlast their competitors.

What's on Your Face

BeautyStat Universal C Eye Perfector, $65

Masami Mekabu Shampoo & Conditioner, $38

Sigma F80 Brush, $25 (Sara's favorite)

Sigma 4DHD Precision Brush, $20 (Kirbie's favorite)

Sigma Spa Express Brush Cleansing Mat, $24

Sigma 2X Spa Brush Cleansing Glove, $39

SigMagic Brushampoo Liquid, $19

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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 created — where brands are being asked to disclose not only how many black employees they have, but how many are in leadership positions. The movement has caught on quickly and many of you are demanding transparency from your favorite brands.

From graduating high school at 16 to bringing a huge mass brand to Nigeria, Sharon was born to speak out and make change. She is the founder, CEO and creative director of UOMA Beauty, a brand a little over a year old that's all about breaking the status quo. Sharon explains why this movement is essential to progress, how it will benefit black lives (and livelihoods), reveals which popular black-owned brand is not actually blacked-owned, and shares her best piece of business advice.

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