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2026 is officially the year you get hotter and smarter — and this episode is your full execution plan.

In the first ChitChat episode of the year, Julia & Sasa introduce the GlowJob Hotter & Smarter Guide: a system built around discipline, beauty ROI, money habits, career leverage, dating strategy, and real accountability.

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Welcome back to Season 2! In our first News Roundup of the year, GlowJob breaks down the latest beauty power moves. Starbucks hires a former e.l.f. exec to lead fashion & beauty activations, signaling a serious push into beauty culture. Sol de Janeiro expands its lawsuit against MCO Beauty, accusing the $400M dupe empire of copying packaging, scents, and even paying influencers to promote knockoffs.

Julia & Sasa analyze Anastasia Beverly Hills’ massive founder bailout — with Anastasia putting in over $225M of her own money to regain control from TPG — and why it could reshape how founders think about...

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In the final episode of GlowJob Season 1, Julia & Sasa break down the biggest beauty stories of 2025 — from billion dollar deals to brand closures, the resurgence of skinny culture, and the trends that defined the year.

The besties also share their favorite skincare, makeup, fragrance, hair, and body products, and spill never-before-heard stories including a trademark flex with NYX, the time a pizza shop thought we were running an adult business, and fun celebrity run-ins.

A no-BS recap of beauty, business, and culture — and the perfect send...

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In the final GlowJob News Roundup of Season 1, Julia & Sasa dive into the biggest beauty, business, and pop-culture stories shaping the week.

First, they break down Netflix’s $72 billion acquisition of Warner Brothers — including why Paramount stormed in with a $100B hostile bid (hello unwanted love triangle drama) and what this merger means for HBO, Harry Potter, CNN, Discovery, and the entire streaming landscape.

Next, the besties analyze L’Oréal increasing its stake in Galderma, the parent of Dysport, Restylane, Sculptra, Cetaphil, Elastin, and Differi...

The fragrance boom isn’t just hype — it’s the most explosive beauty category of 2025. GlowJob's Julia & Sasa break down why perfume has become identity, status, and self-expression rolled into one. From Gen Z’s scent wardrobes and blind-buy culture to the rise of unisex perfumes and collectible bottles, this episode unpacks the emotional and economic forces fueling the billion-dollar fragrance wave.

The besties also walk through a full timeline of fragrance history and brand evolution — from ancient ritual scents all the way to today’s icons. They unpack the rise of legacy houses like Chanel, Dior, Guerlain...

This week’s GlowJob News Roundup hits everything blowing up in beauty and culture. Julia & Sasa break down the Armani Luminous Silk reformulation panic, the macro forces behind why the average age of first-time homebuyers is now 40, the ultra-exclusive Le Bal (the debutante for nepo-babies), and the Williams Sonoma vs. Quince dupes lawsuit that could change “affordable luxury” marketing.

Plus, Olive Young is officially landing in the U.S., with two LA stores opening in 2026 — Pasadena and Century City.

If you love beauty industry analysis and sharp cultural commentary, this episode is for you.

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Beauty writer Arabelle Sicardi joins GlowJob for a brutally honest deep dive into their new book, The House of Beauty, exploring the power structures behind beauty. From NYC vs. LA beauty culture, to the explosive truth behind Coco Chanel’s anti-Semitic legacy and the Wertheimer takeover — nothing is off limits. Arabelle breaks down the politics of makeup, the ethics of beauty journalism, fragrance subcultures, immigrant labor, and why beauty is both capital and care. If you love beauty, fashion history, or cultural storytelling, this episode will blow your mind.

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This week’s News Roundup is unhinged in the best way. Julia and Sasa break down Jeff Bezos & Lauren Sanchez taking over the 2026 Met Gala, Sol de Janeiro’s Gen Alpha–bait “6/7” drop, and TikTok’s Danish Deception — a Bachelor alum’s $300K scam saga that feels straight out of Tinder Swindler.

They also get into Perelel Health’s $27M raise, Oddity Tech’s massive growth (METHODI, Il Makiage, & Spoiled Child), the latest Australian sunscreen recall, and the bigger story behind beauty, culture, and why everyone keeps lying. Hotter. Smarter. And slightly more unwell.

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A chaotic Thanksgiving is inevitable — but surviving it is an art form. In this mini-episode, Julia & Sasa give you the GlowJob Survival Guide to Thanksgiving: how to dodge political debates, fire off harmless clapbacks, and keep the dinner table fun instead of feral. Plus, Julia and Sasa share some of their Thanksgiving traditions. Fast, funny, and just what you need before facing your relatives.

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In this week’s GlowJob news roundup, Julia & Sasa break down the beauty, business, and culture stories dominating your feeds. They kick things off with Black Friday fatigue and ask whether the clean girl aesthetic is officially dead — a debate reignited by Mikayla Nogueira and her comments in a recent Business of Fashion article.

They move into founder comebacks, analyzing Carisa Janes’ new line Outside In and Annie Kreighbaum’s Kraum, unpacking the strategy, aesthetic shifts, and what these launches reveal about the state of prestige beauty today.

Then they zoom out to global moves from the...

In this GlowJob interview, we sit down with Lynn Heublein, the cofounder and CEO of SkinSpirit, the country’s #1 provider of Botox and filler. Lynn breaks down the real science behind today’s fastest-growing aesthetic treatments — what’s worth your money, what’s overhyped, and what the future of regenerative beauty actually looks like.

We cover everything from lip flips to Morpheus8, exosomes, Sculptra, PDGF (apparently PRP & PRF are OLD news), microneedling, TrapTox, and the truth about filler. Lynn also shares her journey from P&G and Silicon Valley to launching SkinSpirit, and how aesthetics completely transformed her confid...

This week’s GlowJob News Roundup is pure chaos in the best way — celebrity scandals, billion-dollar power moves, and beauty industry BS getting exposed left and right.

Sasa and Julia kick things off with Shay Mitchell’s Rini kids skincare fiasco — toddler sheet masks, K-Beauty name-dropping, chemical fear-mongering, and why parents are getting played. Next, they tear into Dua Lipa’s surprise skincare line powered by Augustinus Bader, breaking down the price-per-ounce math that completely blows up Bader’s luxury mystique.

Then it gets even bigger: Kimberly Clark’s $48.7B takeover of Kenview (Neutrogena, Tylenol, Aveeno). The d...

In this episode of GlowJob, Julia and Sasa sit down with Holly Moore, product developer, UCLA cosmetic chemistry instructor, and the woman behind some of your favorite formulas. Holly breaks down the real process of taking a product from concept to shelf, why INCI lists matter, and how brands misuse “clean,” “chemical-free,” and “active ingredients.”

She explains the 1% rule, ingredient misconceptions, why beef tallow is far from “natural and safe,” and how U.S. cosmetic regulation (including MoCRA) actually works. You’ll learn why sustainability claims are complicated, what’s hiding under the word “fragrance,” and why chemists, marketers, and...

This week on GlowJob’s Monday News Roundup, Julia and Sasa break down the beauty news dominating your feeds. Huda Beauty cuts a Love Island star after a racial-slur scandal, while Skims makes a major power move into beauty, tapping Ami Colé founder Diarrha N’Diaye Mbaye to lead the launch.

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Plus: Jane Lauder launches a pet-care venture fund (yes, really), Khloé Kardashian expands fragrance, and...

Ozempic isn’t just a weight-loss drug — it’s reshaping beauty, culture, and the entire aesthetics industry. In this episode of GlowJob, Julia & Sasa break down how GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound went from diabetes treatments to Hollywood’s worst-kept secret. They dive into why “thin is back,” what Ozempic face actually is, how GLP-1s accelerate sagging & collagen loss, and why dermatologists and plastic surgeons are quietly celebrating. They also expose how telehealth brands (Hims & Hers and Ro) are handing out GLP-1 prescriptions like candy, why celebrities suddenly dropped 20 lbs overnight, and how the beauty industry is gearing u...

GlowJob’s Julia & Sasa break down the big B in beauty—billions. From Selena Gomez’s $2.7B Rare Beauty valuation to LVMH exploring a Fenty Beauty stake sale, they unpack how celebrity-led brands are rewriting the beauty playbook. The duo dives into Sol de Janeiro’s explosive $2B rise, Kylie Cosmetics’ $1.2M pop-up designed like a museum, the Neutrogena face-wipe recall, and even a real-life billionaire scandal straight out of a Netflix doc.

The besties wrap up with a listener AMA covering non-greasy sunscreens, balancing careers & creativity, esthetician school truths, female friendships, and the best skincare routine for your 3...

In this episode of GlowJob, hosts Julia and Sasa sit down with Jayme Cyk — former WWD and Violet Grey beauty editor turned founder of And Repeat, a wellness brand redefining focus and mental clarity. Jayme opens up about her journey getting off ADHD medication, why she’s rejecting “biohacking” culture, and how she built a supplement brand that’s grounded in science and no judgement. 

They dive into the dark side of the wellness industry, the unregulated world of supplements, and what it means to build trust and transparency in an oversaturated market. Jayme also discusses her Substack “I...

In this week’s GlowJob News Roundup, Julia and Sasa unpack one of the biggest beauty acquisitions of the year — L’Oréal’s $4.6B purchase of Kering Beauty, which includes Creed, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Alexander McQueen, and the Gucci license. They break down what this means for mid-size and private-equity-backed brands, why fragrance is booming, and how “toyification” is redefining Gen Z scent marketing.

Your favorite besties also dig into Victoria’s Secret’s “sexy again” rebrand (complete with OG Angels and the former CEO’s Jeffrey Epstein connection scandal) and end with Kim Kardashian’s latest viral stunt — the...

What really goes on inside your favorite skincare formulas? This week on GlowJob, Julia and Sasa sit down with Jane the Chemist, the viral cosmetic chemist behind some of TikTok’s smartest beauty breakdowns. From the Ultra Violette SPF scandal to the rise of “science-washing” marketing, Jane pulls back the curtain on what’s real, what’s regulated, and what’s total BS.

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GlowJob dives into the week’s hottest beauty and pop culture stories — from Coperni’s “skincare-infused” activewear to Katy Perry’s rumored romance with Justin Trudeau, the rise of Gourmand fragrances dominating Sephora, Squishmallow’s bizarre perfume line, and the viral Great White racism scandal shaking LA’s influencer scene. Julia and Sasa unpack what’s innovation vs. pure gimmick, why scent-driven nostalgia is trending, and how a viral TikTok can take down a “see-and-be-seen” restaurant overnight.

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Gen Alpha is here — and they’re already transforming beauty. From Sephora Kids to 13-year-old founders like Salish Matter (Sincerely Yours) and Coco Granderson (Yes Day), the next generation is growing up on skincare, self-care, and social media. In this episode of GlowJob, Julia and Sasa explore how brands are marketing to pre-teens, why parents are panicking, and what this means for the future of beauty culture.

Plus, a candid chat with 13-year-old Celia, who shares her skincare routine, favorite products (hello, Rare Beauty), and what “preppy” packaging really means to Gen Alpha. Spoiler: she gets monthly facials...

Men’s skincare is finally having a moment — and Paul is proof. In this episode of GlowJob, Julia and Sasa sit down with Paul, a graphic designer at Jen Atkin’s OUAI who went from eczema struggles to skincare scholar status. 

We dive into how social media, Reddit threads, and ingredient literacy have helped a new generation of men break the “3-in-1” curse. Paul shares his detailed routine, why he swears by The Ordinary and Kiehl’s, and how he learned that “skin is skin” — not masculine or feminine.

From self-tanner myths and TikTok beauty tools to the psycho...

Join us as GlowJob dives into this week’s hottest headlines—from the first new U.S. sunscreen filter since 1999 to Costco disrupting the weight-loss market with discounted Ozempic, and a no-filter deep dive on Taylor Swift’s “The Life of a Showgirl.” Julia and Sasa break down how FDA changes could reshape the SPF industry, what GLP-1 drugs mean for beauty brands, and why Taylor’s latest lyrics have fans debating artistry, insecurity, and race.

Plus: Selena Gomez’s makeup artist launches his Sephora line, baby-safe brand Evereden expands stateside, and Sephora pays $1.2 million for waste-management violations. Duration: 00:24:21

This week on GlowJob's weekly News Roundup, Julia and Sasa spill the hottest beauty + business tea shaping pop culture. Gwyneth Paltrow’s Good Clean Goop and Drew Barrymore’s Flower Beauty bite the dust — proof that not every celeb can sell skincare. Meanwhile, Haley Bieber’s Rhode breaks records with a $10M Sephora launch, OSEA scores major investment, and a 13-year-old founder enters the chat with her Gen Alpha skincare brand Yes Day.

And because it wouldn’t be GlowJob without a twist — we wrap with founder frauds a la Charlie Javice, blonde prison makeovers (Elizabeth Holmes we’re lookin...

In this episode of GlowJob, Julia & Sasa sit down with Steve Kassajikian, Global Head of Artistry at Urban Decay, to dive deep into the legacy and future of one of beauty’s most iconic brands. From the origins of Urban Decay’s rebellious DNA to the game-changing impact of the Naked Palette, Steve shares insider stories, lessons from nearly two decades at UD, and what it takes to keep a brand “cool” without trying too hard (we’re looking at that Ari Krysta partnership!). He also opens up about his dating life and lessons learned throughout the years, his personal j...

The beauty tea is piping hot this week. GlowJob’s Julia and Sasa break down Kim Kardashian’s messy beauty empire rollercoaster—from KKW to SKKN to whispers of a 2026 Skims Beauty comeback (after a $71 million Coty loss 👀). We spill on Kris Jenner’s facelift-fueled MAC Cosmetics comeback and why Estée Laundry is calling foul on their NC20 foundation claims for both Kris and Doja Cat.

But that’s not all. We unpack the jaw-dropping breakup of Net-a-Porter founder Natalie Massenet and Frame Denim’s Erik Torstensson—$95 million fraud accusations, lawsuits flying in LA and New York, and reputati...

K-Beauty isn’t just back—it’s having a full-blown renaissance. In this episode of GlowJob, Julia and Sasa take you from the ingredient-driven first-wave of K-Beauty to the bigger and better second wave. 

We break down how retailers like Sephora and Ulta are fighting for the hottest Korean imports, why Beauty of Joseon sunscreen broke the internet, and what makes these products so damn affordable (spoiler: not just cheap thrills). Joining us is beauty industry legend Michelle Lee, former Editor-in-Chief of Allure and now the force behind K-Beauty World, who spills insider tea on how Korean brands...

In this week’s News Roundup, GlowJob breaks down the biggest moves shaking beauty. From KKR’s $528M acquisition of Korean packaging giant Samhwa to the jaw-dropping launch of Sincerely Yours by 15-year-old Salish Matter (and her 80,000-fan pop-up), the episode dives into generational shifts in beauty buying. Julia & Sasa discuss Europe’s gel manicure ban, Nudestix’s recent acquisition, and the leadership shake-up at Glossier with Colin Walsh stepping in as CEO. Finally, they unpack Estee Lauder’s billion-dollar science push and what it means for the future of beauty innovation.

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In this BroJob episode, we sit down with Joey Scandizzo — four-time Australian Hairdresser of the Year and co-creative director of ELEVEN Australia. From dropping out of school at 15 to building a global haircare brand, Joey shares how he turned a Saturday salon gig into a full-blown empire. We talk the origin of ELEVEN’s cult-favorite Miracle Hair Treatment, why he only shampoos once a week, and his take on the skinification of hair.

Of course, we roast Joey’s very minimalist skincare routine (think: water and moisturizer) and push him toward sunscreen. He dishes on why conditioner is non...

Ready for a News Roundup? Join Julia & Sasa as they dive into this week’s latest beauty and business stories. First up, Rhode’s Sephora takeover, and why fans are already furious about restocks. They talk about Mary Kay’s rebrand (and their messy MLM past), marvel at Shaq’s unexpected fragrance launch, and unpack Shein’s shocking AI scandal featuring Luigi Mangione. But it’s not all bad news — Tower 28 shows the industry how to do marketing right with an inspiring, eczema-safe campaign. And to top it off, Cardi B walks free after her most recent civil trial. From scandals...

GlowJob called it first– Science Washing is the new greenwashing. From collagen wraps to exosome facials, brands are hijacking scientific jargon to sell you on the hype. Julia and Sasa cut through the BS and spotlight which scientific beauty advancements are real (DNA repair enzymes, NAD, biotech delivery systems) and which are just smoke and mirrors.

We map out the red flag buzzwords, call out the biggest beauty offenders, and tell you where to actually put your money—and where to keep your wallet shut.

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This week on GlowJob News Roundup, we’re breaking down the biggest stories shaking the beauty world. From Violet Grey’s luxury-laden comeback and high-stakes acquisition of The Detox Market, to the jaw-dropping allegations against celebrity esthetician Sonya Dakar, we cover the scandals and strategy moves you need to know. We also dive into Makeup Revolution’s financial freefall, plus Cardi B’s courtroom drama that’s serving memes and chaos in equal measure. Get ready for beauty news that’s part business, part scandal, and fully unmissable. 

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Ever wondered what really goes into that $100 serum on your shelf or what brands DON’T tell you about that “clinically approved” label slapped on your products? In this week’s GlowJob, we sit down with Krupa Koestline— cosmetic chemist, pioneer in “Clean Beauty”, and founder of KKT Labs, to unpack the beauty industry from the inside out.

Krupa reveals the shocking truth about product costs (spoiler: that $50 serum probably costs $5 to make), why vitamin C might be the most overhyped ingredient in skincare, and the underrated actives she actually swears by. We get into clean beauty versus fear-mo...

In this week’s News Roundup, GlowJob co-hosts Julia and Sasa dive into the rollercoaster world of beauty business and trends. From massive layoffs at legacy beauty giants (Esteé Lauder, Shiseido, Coty) to biotech investments, wild nanoplastic detox treatments, and the $160 Louis Vuitton lipstick launch, the duo breaks down what’s real, what’s hype, and what’s straight-up bananas. Plus, they weigh in on Pinterest’s trend predictions for 2025—yes, grunge makeup is back, and so are pixie cuts (but beware: if someone tells you to get one, they might be your enemy).

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GlowJob's Julia and Sasa sit down with Yu-Chen Shih, founder of Orcé Cosmetics. From growing up in Singapore to navigating mismatched foundations at every makeup counter, Yu-Chen shares how those frustrations fueled her mission to build a brand that actually sees Asian skin.

She gets candid about the roadblocks—VCs telling her the Asian market was “too small,” chemists who only wanted to copy Sephora’s bestsellers—and the breakthrough moments, like Michelle Yeoh wearing Orcé on the red carpet. The conversation dives deep into beauty inclusivity, undertones beyond “yellow,” and the challenges of bootstrapping in an influencer-drive...

Big brows, bankruptcies, and beauty drama— welcome to this week's GlowJob News Roundup where your fav besties, Julia and Sasa, break down the headlines shaking the industry. 

Starting off with Anastasia Beverly Hills’ credit rating freefall (spoiler: those cut-crease palettes can’t pay off $650M in loans), then we slide into Supergoop’s run-in with the FDA over mousse sunscreens. We also unpack Ulta and Target’s breakup, Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop quietly cashing in on beauty, and TikTok drama as Made by Mitchell faces backlash for ghosting Malachi, their contest winner. 

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On this month’s episode of BroJob, GlowJob duo Julia & Sasa welcome actor and rapper Rek Lee for a ride-or-die convo about skincare, dating, and—yes—getting his butt crack waxed on a livestream. From Queens to LA (where he somehow still refuses to drive), Rek spills on his journey from NYC rap life to landing a role on Netflix’s Beef.

The trio dive into everything from high-maintenance girlfriends (spoiler: Rek kind of wants one) to why your fridge says more about you than your Hinge profile. Equal parts roast, boast, and chaos—this episode proves that skinc...

In this week’s News Roundup, aka GlowJob's beauty, business, and culture roundup, Julia and Sasa break down the drama heating up across the industry. From calls for Sephora to drop Huda Beauty — to rage-bait marketing tactics featuring e.l.f. cosmetics & divisive comedian Matt Rife, American Eagle & Sydney Sweeney, and Urban Decay’s OnlyFans collaboration with Ari Kytysa, no topic is off limits.

We also dive into the meltdown at Kaima Cosmetics, where a founder’s unhinged DMs may have ended her brand for good. Finally, we ask the question sparked by the latest BOF x McKinsey...

In this special crossover episode, GlowJob gets interviewed by Forever35 pod hosts Doree & Elise for a hilarious and surprisingly educational deep dive into all things Beauty. GlowJob besties Julia & Sasa share their serendipitous story of meeting in esthetician school, why they chose not to go pro, and the surprising truth about what you actually learn there.

The conversation heats up with a no-holds-barred debate on dupe culture—is it democratizing beauty or undermining innovation? Expect hot takes, pro tips, and the ultimate product recs, from $19 SK-II dupes to the K-beauty shampoo that can subtly hide grays.

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The latest beauty industry drama? GlowJob’s got it covered.

Your fave beauty besties Julia and Sasa are kicking off our new Monday News Roundup episodes with scandals, strategy flops, and cultural moments too juicy to ignore.

We’re talking Youthforia’s not-so-shocking closure, Skims’ “collagen-infused” face wrap (and the science lesson Kim K’s team skipped), Urban Decay’s messy breakup with Skindinavia, and the Glow vs. Poom indie brand beef proving that sometimes petty pays. Plus, we’re pouring one out for Ami Colé — the Sephora darling that couldn’t survive the cutthroat side of beauty.

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In this episode of Glow Job, we sit down with Dr. Yannis Alexandrides, celebrity plastic surgeon and founder of 111SKIN, to get the unfiltered truth about facelifts, skincare innovation, and how to avoid getting scammed on social media. Dr. Yannis breaks down the difference between a regular and deep plane facelift (👀 hi Kris Jenner), the truth about buccal fat removal, and why surgery—not serum—is the only real fix for jowling.

We also dive deep into the science behind 111SKIN’s cult-favorite ingredients (yes, including NAC Y²), how tech neck is aging all of us, and why more d...

In this episode of GlowJob, Julia and Sasa sit down with Phoebe Yoo, the effortlessly cool Creative Director of Rare Beauty, to talk tattoos, tiger moms, career pivots, and what it really takes to build a beauty brand with heart. From her epic back tattoo transformation to her no-BS take on beauty trends like "clean girl" and "mob wife," Phoebe spills on style, creative burnout, and how Selena Gomez's authenticity fuels Rare Beauty’s vibe.

We also dive into 5-minute makeup routines, the art of world-building in creative direction, and Phoebe’s refreshing advice about staying vulnerable and...

Is the influencer event scene officially unhinged? In this episode of GlowJob, your fav bestie duo Julia and Sasa pull back the curtain on the world of beauty launches. From awkward influencer parties to sipping “face lattes” at a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon’s office — they spill the real ROI behind these events, the pressure to perform online, and why “going out” just isn’t what it used to be.

The girls also unpack how K-beauty is conquering the U.S. market, break down luxury beauty splurges (would you drop $1,100 on a perfume?), and justify it all with some prac...

In this laugh-out-loud BroJob™ episode, GlowJob’s Julia & Sasa sit down with Kyle Salter—HR exec, husband, father, man bun icon, and empathetic bro—to talk skincare, masculinity, and the magic of a good spray tan. From Westlake Village to New York subway trauma, Kyle spills on his Accutane journey, his 10+ year man bun routine, and his evolving skincare philosophy. 

Plus: the crew plays a round of “WTF Is This Tool,” debates Dr. Squatch’s Sydney Sweeney collab (hole in the soap?!), and lovingly roast-or-boasts Kyle’s current routine, while offering affordable, drugstore friendly upgrades that won’t overwhelm your av...

In this hilarious and unfiltered episode of GlowJob, Julia & Sasa dive deep into the absurdly addictive world of Love Island —where beauty standards and brand deals collide in a haze of highlighter and heartbreak. From the “himbo” epidemic to influencer economics, GlowJob unpacks the show’s beauty aesthetics, genius product placements, and spit-swapping chaos. Whether you're new to Love Island or a certified Midnight Ballerina, this is your cheat sheet to the cultural and commercial phenomenon.

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Why is there still a pill for his libido but not hers? In this episode of GlowJob, Julia and Sasa sit down with Cindy Eckert, founder of Addyi—the first and only FDA-approved medication for low sex drive in women. We unpack the six-year battle to get Addyi approved (while Viagra sailed through in six months), the gender bias baked into sexual health care, and why it’s time we stop labeling women’s desire as “emotional.”

Cindy breaks down the neuroscience of female arousal, how Addyi actually works, and why nurse practitioners and med spas are redefining...

In this episode of GlowJob, we dive into the weird and wild world of beauty and culture—from Labubus as the new recession indicator to Kris Jenner’s new face fueling dystopian plastic surgery trends. Julia and Sasa are joined by pod bestie Gabrielle, aka @saltlacroix, for a no-holds-barred convo on the latest trends and the politics of owning a “vibe.”

Plus, we bust sunscreen misinformation (looking at you, Primally Pure 👀), unpack influencer lawsuits over a beige aesthetic (yes, really), and decode the rise of beauty wearables. 

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In our first-ever BroJob™ episode, GlowJob co-hosts Julia and Sasa flip the script on the man behind the mic—our audio engineer, Lucas Hamren. What’s Bro Job? It’s our way of lovingly dragging bros into the glow-up they never knew they needed.

Lucas opens up about being homeschooled, his lifelong eczema triggers, and a borderline obsession with Neutrogena Make-Up Wipes.

In Roast or Boast, we break down his entire skincare routine and serve up easy, no-BS upgrades. Plus, we put our inaugural Bro to the test in Tool Time, quizzing him on typical beauty t...

e.l.f. just acquired Hailey Bieber’s Rhode for a cool $1 billion—and GlowJob is unpacking every juicy detail. From the blink-and-you-missed-it speed of the deal to the PR machine fueling Hailey’s influencer empire, we dive into what made this minimalist skincare brand worth 10 figures.

Julia and Sasa break down the key power players, brand controversies (yes, that glazing fluid), and the bigger question: is Rhode actually good, or just really good at branding? Oh, and yes—we’re talking about Selena.

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In this episode of GlowJob, we go deep with Christina Zilber—the force behind cult-favorite beauty brand Jouer. From launching during the 2008 financial crash to spotting the power of influencer marketing before it went mainstream, Christina gets real about building a brand with heart, humor, and serious skin science.

She drops founder wisdom, reveals her holy grail packing hacks, and spills on product formulation secrets (spoiler: no white-labeling here). We talk motherhood, aging, style, and her obsession with skin barrier health. Plus, the one life lesson she swears by—and passed on to her kids? Know your audi...

In this episode of GlowJob, we sit down with Crista Chan, Global Director of Artistry at Fenty Beauty, to unpack how the brand is redefining what inclusive beauty actually means—beyond just foundation shades. Crista shares her journey from psychology student to pro MUA, what it’s really like behind the scenes at Fenty Beauty, how trends are forecasted and democratized, and her hottest pro tips (including the #1 mistake you're making with foundation).

We also explore growing up mixed-race in LA, navigating identity during AAPI Heritage Month, and how beauty can be both a career and a crea...

AAPI founders are dominating the beauty industry — and it’s not by accident. From ancient skincare rituals to cutting-edge innovation, GlowJob explores how Asian beauty founders and cultural forces are redefining the beauty industry from the inside out.

We talk Gua Sha, Korean scrubbers, Ayurvedic hair rituals, and why “new” trends aren’t so new when you grew up doing them with your mom. Whether you're a beauty lover, brand builder, or just curious why every “hot new” product seems to trace back to ancient Asian practices — this one’s for you.

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How Sarah Cheung Built SAECHU From Scratch—And Went Viral Doing It. From YouTube to TikTok to launching her own beauty brand, Sarah Cheung is rewriting the rules. 

In this episode of GlowJob, Sarah gets candid about navigating racial identity online, what it’s really like to go viral, and the emotional rollercoaster of launching your dream in public—including the surreal moment she saw Billie Eilish’s TikTok using the SAECHU lip stain. Sarah also shares the juicy origin of her viral Kim Kardashian Sex Tape Makeup Tutorial— it all started as a Twitter dare. 

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What happens when Eastern beauty says “porcelain” and Western beauty says “sun-kissed”? Welcome to the identity crisis of growing up Asian American.

In this episode of GlowJob, we’re breaking down the conflicting beauty standards AAPI babes have grown up with—and how we’re rewriting the rules.

We get into skin lightening culture vs tanning trends, the media’s obsession with a single beauty type, and the rise of the ABG (Asian Baby Girl) as a subversive icon. From generational pressure to barely-there media rep, we’re unpacking what it means to shape your own beauty standar...

Think you're nailing your beauty routine? Think again. In this episode of GlowJob, we expose the most dire skincare mistakes, haircare mistakes, and makeup mistakes — and why they're ruining your skin, hair, and glow without you even realizing it.

Smarter beauty starts here. Stop the mistakes, fix your routine, and get your glow back.

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From sneakerhead to showerhead, Ryan Babenzien is revolutionizing your beauty routine from the source—water. In this episode of GlowJob, we sit down with Ryan, founder and CEO of Jolie, the viral shower filter that’s redefining what it means to “cleanse". Known for co-founding GREATS (the DTC sneaker brand acquired by Steve Madden) and helping revive legacy brands like K-Swiss and Puma, Ryan shares how his background in fashion, brand strategy, and entertainment marketing led him to a very unexpected place: your shower.

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She survived septicemia, launched a luxury supplement line, and reengineered hospital-grade laser tech into the most powerful at-home skincare device on the market. Lucy Goff is not your average beauty founder. We kick off our brand new GlowJob interview series with Lucy Goff, the unapologetically science-obsessed founder of LYMA, the cult beauty tech brand behind the $2,695 cold laser (and the newly launched $6000 Laser Pro) used by celebrity estheticians and Gwyneth-approved girlies everywhere. From growing up in Yorkshire with undiagnosed dyslexia to founding one of the UK’s fastest-growing companies, Lucy walks us through her journey from beauty journalist to collagen di...

The billion-dollar rise of haircare is here — are you ready? In this episode of GlowJob, we explore the trends and tech reshaping the haircare industry: from the skinification of the scalp to bond-building science (Olaplex, K18), hair porosity, and the marketing myths behind "damaged" hair.

We break down:

Viral TikTok trends & celeb brands like Fenty Hair + Gisou

Scalp health tools (yes, even AI scalp scanners)

Lawsuits shaking up the industry

Our personal routines, mistakes & product faves (Dyson, Nutrafol, Crown Affair, Ceremonia)

Whether you’re curly, straight, or just...

From pimple patches to Poppi, Gen Z is rewriting the rules of skincare, style, and what it means to be cool. In this episode of GlowJob, we dive headfirst into the beauty trends, internet obsessions, and chaotic collectibles that have today’s teens in a chokehold. We’re talking Starface stickers, Sonny Angels, clean girl vs clean beauty, and why Beanie Babies might just be back. Spoiler: it’s giving Y2K, mental health, and a sprinkle of ✨fugly chic✨

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In this unfiltered episode of GlowJob, we break down the viral “Republican Makeup” trend that exploded on TikTok—originally posted as satire by creator Suzanne Lambert and now a full-blown culture war over contour, concealer lips, and 2016 brows. Yes, even dry patches and side parts are political now.

We decode the aesthetic that has the internet spiraling—and why it ended up in the pages of The Wall Street Journal.

Then, we get into the weird (and slightly terrifying) world of politically-coded brands. From liberal-coded icons like Glossier, Fenty, and Patagonia to conservative-coded cult faves like Mar...

No gatekeeping here— in this episode of GlowJob, we’re spilling skincare, beauty, and life lessons we wish we knew sooner. From acne scars and SPF regrets to dating red flags and career moves that actually matter, we’re giving you the big sister advice we never had—unfiltered and actually useful.

💄 Beauty myths we fell for (RIP our skin barriers)
🧠 Confidence hacks (aka being delulu but self-aware)
💘 Dating rules that never fail (befriend a realtor iykyk)
💼 Workplace survival guide (HR isn’t your friend, but reputation is everything)

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GlowJob Podcast is stepping into the beauty world at its FIRST EVER industry conference—and trust us, we saw some wild stuff. From the Beauty of Joseon sunscreen recall to the latest trends in packaging, we’re spilling all the juicy details. But the real highlight? We got up close and personal with Isamaya’s viral phallic-shaped lipstick… let’s just say it’s got some serious package appeal.

🔍White labeling is the real beauty secret you need to know—why is everyone suddenly all about it?

💭 Are beauty brands really pushing boundaries, or just repackaging the same...

In this episode of GlowJob, we’re diving into the world of medical tourism for cosmetic procedures—the viral “transformation vacations” that have people flying to South Korea, Turkey, Brazil, and Mexico for everything from nose jobs and BBLs to hair transplants and veneers.

We break down the costs, risks, and realities of going under the knife abroad, including the most popular destinations, shocking medical tourism statistics, and the hidden dangers—from botched surgeries and sepsis to the dark side of the organ black market.

Plus, we explore how TikTok and Instagram have made medical tourism lo...

Are dupes the ultimate beauty cheat code, or are they killing innovation? In this episode, we break down what really makes a dupe—from hyped alternatives to questionable copycats that push legal and ethical boundaries.

🔍 Do dupes truly democratize beauty, or are they ultimately hurting the industry?

💸 Are we all for the savings, or do we cringe at the blatant knockoffs? We’re sharing our takes.

⚖️ How do established brands push back? (Charlotte Tilbury, we see you!)

Is there any product that can escape imitation?

And it’s not just beauty...

People have slathered some truly unhinged things on their skin in the name of beauty—crocodile dung, snail mucin, even salmon sperm. But do these weird skincare ingredients actually work?

In this episode, we’re diving into the wildest, weirdest, and sometimes shockingly effective beauty rituals from ancient history to modern skincare trends. From royal beauty secrets to scientific breakthroughs like stem cells, we’re breaking down what’s legit and what’s just plain gross.

💡 Which bizarre beauty ingredients stood the test of time?

🧪 What does science say about these skincare oddities?

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From humble beginnings to global domination, Estée Lauder built a billion-dollar beauty empire that redefined skincare and luxury cosmetics. A true industry pioneer, Josephine "Estée" Lauder revolutionized beauty marketing—introducing free samples, the gift-with-purchase model, and an exclusive brand image that made luxury skincare both accessible and aspirational.

But today, the brand is facing some of its toughest challenges yet—its stock has plunged to a 12-year low, it's grappling with major layoffs, and internal family drama between cousins William and Jane made headlines last year. In this episode, we dive into Estée Lauder’s groundb...

From Rihanna’s Fenty empire to the endless parade of influencer-backed skincare lines, celebrity brands are everywhere. But not all of them are created equal. Some have redefined industries, while others have flopped harder than a bad box office debut.

In this episode of GlowJob, we dive into the world of celebrity beauty and skincare brands—breaking down what makes a star-powered brand actually work and why so many fall flat. Is it about authenticity? Marketing? Or just plain luck? We’re spilling the tea on the biggest wins, the most cringe-worthy fails, and what consumers should watch...

Welcome to GlowJob, the beauty podcast that's more than skin deep. Join co-hosts Julia Bellary and Sasa Li as we take a look at 2024, debunk beauty myths, and dish out unfiltered opinions on what’s trending in the skincare and beauty world.

In our very first episode, we’re diving into the wildest, weirdest, and most WTF-worthy beauty trends of 2024. From beef tallow skincare (yes, literal cow fat) to the blush blindness epidemic and the fake freckles craze, we’re calling out what’s hot, what’s not, and what absolutely needs to be left behind. Plus, we b...