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Kirbie kicks things off with a full debrief of our favorite pipsqueak herself, Sabrina Carpenter, and her Short n’ Sweet tour! Then we dive into influencer Whitney Wagner Hartley’s “Marked Safe from MAHA” campaign and unpack what MAHA actually is, why it’s tied to anti-vax/anti-science rhetoric, and how her pledge is pushing beauty and wellness brands to publicly reject that messaging and commit to sharing inclusive, science-backed health info instead. Will brands and retailers catch on? Finally, we get into the lash economy: traditional strip lashes and classic black mascara are on the decline, while “ghost lashes,” underlash clusters, lash serums, and skinified formulas are having a moment — plus the rise of tubing, brown, and burgundy/glitter “accent” mascaras that are quietly reshaping what a lash wardrobe looks like in 2025.

This year, we’re breaking down the deals you really need to hone in on! With rising costs of products, a 20% discount could save you from surging prices due to inflation and keep your gift giving as cost-effective as possible. And many brands are offering more than that. But first, we share a report on the top aesthetic global treatments based search — did the results surprise you? Then, we share a variety of deals from Macy’s on brands like MAC Cosmetics & Kiehl’s, the very useful Hulken bag, Shark and Dyson beauty tools, our favorite towels, a smart steamer, and more. Shop this episode

You've heard us discuss neuromodulators on the podcast before, but they aren't one-size-fits-all. Vanessa Lee, RN (and founder of The Things We Do) is back to break down what sets Jeuveau® apart, who it suits, and how it stacks up in recent head-to-head data. (Plus, Sara shares her experience with it so far!) Then, we tackle your Slack Qs: subtle celeb-style tweaks on a budget, microneedling timelines for acne scarring, sun-spot solutions, rosacea care at home, and where high-frequency wands actually fit into your routine.Vanessa Lee was compensated by Evolus to appear in the first segment of this podcast.For full Product Information, including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide, visit evolusrx.com. To learn more, visit jeuveau.com. Jeuveau® (prabotulinumtoxinA-xvfs) is an FDA-approved prescription injectable treatment used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) inadults. There are risks with treatment ‒ effects of Jeuveau may spread hours to weeks after injection causing serious symptoms. Alert your doctor right away of difficulty swallowing, speaking, breathing, eye problems or muscle weakness, which can be signs of a life-threatening condition. Other serious risks include allergic reactions, heart or eye problems. The most common side effects are headache, eyelid drooping, upper respiratory infection, and increased white blood cell count. Ask your doctor about Jeuveau and whether it’s right for you.*About 50% of patients begin showing improvement after two days. Most patients (~69%) achieve complete results by day 30. On average, Jeuveau patients receive three treatments per year.FTC disclosure: Thank you to Jeuveau for partnering with us on this episode. Intended for US audiences only.US-JUV-2500517

This episode is full of counterfeit products and dupe talk, Glams! First, we make our plea for Miss Piggy to join us on the pod. We made our Wicked dreams come true, now we just need Miss “Moi” herself to join us. Then, we’ve partnered with the Personal Care Product Council to help keep you from buying fraudulent and potentially dangerous products this holiday season. We know it’s easy to want a good deal, but there are some real red flags to look out for. For the headlines portion of the show, we discuss a new Bloomberg article about MCO Beauty, the Australian beauty brand that’s made a name for itself by copying some of your favorite brands, from packaging design to inspired formulas. Kirbie changed her tune (kind of) after reading the story. And will we be getting better sunscreens in the U.S.? Possibly. We break down the FDA’s update to sunscreen requirements. 

Today is a treat because we have founder and product developer Sarah Creal as our guest! You’ve heard us wax poetic about Sarah’s namesake brand, but in this episode you’ll get to learn how influential she truly is in the industry and how the products we use today are largely inspired by her creations. She explains the hardships that come with creating a brand focused on women 40+ and why she felt it was important to launch anyway, the five products she developed that are her holy grails (from Prescriptives to Tom Ford), how she got into the beauty industry with no experience, working with Victoria Beckham, “aging gracefully”, and what luxury means now in beauty. Shop this episode

Glams, this week we're thrilled to share an episode from IMO’s limited series The Look. In the series, Michelle Obama opens up for the first time about her journey as a defining force in style—both within and beyond the White House. Through candid, intimate conversations with the creative minds behind her hair, makeup, and wardrobe, she reveals how she and her team transformed the scrutiny of her public image into a celebration of self-expression, inclusion, and impact. For many Black women, caring about their hair isn’t a choice – it’s a cultural inheritance, a political statement and a lifelong journey. In this episode, our friend and Beauty Editor-at-Large of Cosmopolitan, Julee Wilson, leads a candid discussion between Michelle, her hairstylist Yene Damtew and Blackish actress Marsai Martin about their personal hair journeys, and and how Michelle’s hair evolution both mirrored and, for some, even inspired their own. You can hear The Look series inside the IMO feed at https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigGS 

We've got a lot of news, Glams. We're starting with the announcement that Diarrha N’Diaye-Mbaye, the founder of Ami Colé, is stepping in as EVP of Beauty & Fragrance at Skims and discussing what that signals for Kim K’s brand (actual shade work + real-skin finishes) and why the internet’s convo about Black women building the culture still matters here. We also break down Dua Lipa x Augustinus Bader’s DUA launch — does this make sense or are you all as confused as we are? — and wrap with perhaps the most controversial launch of Q4 so far: Rini, Shay Mitchell’s K-beauty–inspired line for kids that is promoting "everyday" sheet masks for toddlers. Yikes. Shop this episode

DermTok’s busiest man is back! This week we’re catching up with Dr. Shah on what life actually looks like as one of the most in-demand dermatologists on social, while still seeing patients in clinic and taking care of a new baby at home. He breaks down what people get wrong about derms who create content and how launching his own line, Remedy, shifted the way he thinks about formulas, trends, and what actually deserves the hype. We’re also talking about what dermatologists are really discussing behind the scenes, including the current state of sunscreen.Shop this episode

We’re starting this episode with a quick check-in for our California listeners about Prop 50 and a look at how the government shutdown is impacting SNAP recipients — plus real, actionable ways to help. Then we dive into a packed news rundown: Ulta’s invite-only marketplace and why more K-beauty is popping up, reports that LVMH may sell its stake in Fenty Beauty (and what that could mean for Kendo), MAC heading into select Sephora locations, the “clean”/Conscious Beauty lawsuit aimed at Ulta, and the FDA’s new communication on RF microneedling and why provider experience really matters. And before we get to all the beauty… can we talk about the wild amount of product placement in this season of Nobody Wants This?!