LifeGLOSS: The Pro-Aging Beauty Podcast

LifeGLOSS: The Pro-Aging Beauty Podcast

LifeGLOSS is a Beauty podcast for sassy and seasoned women who have lived life- and have a drawer full of lipgloss to prove it. Join Cosmetic Industry/ Make-up Artist mavens Hillary Clark-Mina and Susan Gerdeman as they discuss life and how it relates to the world of beauty - inside and out - as beauty veterans who have been in the trenches (behind the counters and behind the scenes) with more than 5 decades of combined experience. Share product reviews, talk about facing life with fine lines, learn tips & techniques, and join beauty industry guests to get in on the “Glossip”. Serious and seriously irreverent. Enjoy lots of laughter and tears- but no mess - our mascara is waterproof.

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March 14, 2025 32 mins

Embracing Aging: Hair Care Tips, Going Gray, and The Impact of Hormones

In this episode of Life Gloss, we dive into a range of topics centered around aging and hair care. Our hosts discuss turning 58, and explore how hairstyles can significantly impact our appearances as we age. They draw parallels between themselves and 'The Golden Girls,' and elaborate on the evolution of beauty standards. Key discussions touch...

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Starting 2025 with Gratitude and Beauty | Life Gloss Podcast
In this episode of the Life Gloss Podcast, hosts Hillary and Susan dive into the new year with reflections on gratitude and beauty. They discuss the challenges faced in January, including the devastating fires in Los Angeles, and how expressing gratitude can help us through tough times. They share personal experiences, including evacuation stories and the importance o...

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December 25, 2024 59 mins

LifeGLOSS Podcast: Multifaceted Chat with Beauty Executive Denine Pappalardo

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of LifeGLOSS, hosts celebrate the insights and stories of Denine Pappalardo, a beauty industry veteran with executive roles at Revlon, Estee Lauder, Chanel, and more. Denine shares her journey from theater to beauty, her favorite beauty products, and her personal struggles with body image and grief. Her conv...

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December 13, 2024 36 mins

Holiday Beauty Hacks: Shopping Smart & Staying Glossy!

In this festive episode of Life Gloss, hosts Susan and Hillary dive into holiday 2024 beauty trends and share their top tips for navigating the overwhelming world of holiday shopping. They discuss the influence of TikTok on consumerism, the value of gift sets, and the importance of avoiding unnecessary purchases. Discover how to make the most of what you already ow...

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November 26, 2024 23 mins

The Essential Makeup Brushes for Everyday Use | Life Gloss Podcast

In this episode of Life Gloss, a beauty podcast for seasoned women, hosts Hillary and Susan discuss their favorite makeup brushes. 

Both share personal anecdotes, insights on the evolution of makeup brushes, and their top three brushes and tools that they use daily. Highlighting brands like BK Beauty, Surrat, and Youngblood, they emphasize the impo...

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Nutrition is critical to our children's developmental success. Dr. Nicholas Perricone, MD, is on a mission to bring healthy food to every cafeteria nationwide through his work with the 'Teens for Food Justice' program. Listen to learn how nutrition affects the brain and extends to beauty, too!

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The Beauty Molecule...

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Beauty and Brains. 

Have you ever thought about the psychology of beauty? Does the beauty industry think about the psychology of you? 

Enter Dr. Ann Beatty. As a senior advisor to top beauty brands she explores how companies interact with consumers in authentic and ethical ways to help you discover your beauty identity and meet your needs. 

Dr. Ann Beatty is a nationally recognized principal advisor and e...

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In this episode, we dive into the essentials of transitioning your makeup routine from the glowing, sun-kissed looks of summer to the rich, cozy vibes of fall. Join us as we discuss the key changes to make, from adjusting your foundation to embracing deeper, warm-toned shades for eyes, lips, and cheeks. Whether you're looking to create a soft autumn glow or experiment with bold fall makeup trends, we’ve got all the tips you ne...

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Meet Adele Uddo — the hands, neck, and feet you’ve seen in iconic ads for Apple, luxury fragrances, and Louboutin. As one of the industry’s top body parts models, she’s been a fixture in our lives without us even realizing it. 
Now, Adele reveals her journey, her passion for wellness, and her latest creation: an all-over moisturizer designed to bring out the best in every inch of you!

https://essentielbyadele.com/

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Resident Guest, Dr. Nicholas Perricone is back and shares his secrets for a 3 Day Holiday Glow Up (and beyond). 

Why wait until January to undo months of holiday punishment? You don't have to suffer through the season then pay penance later. 
Follow his simple advice to look and feel your best throughout the holiday season (without going hungry or suffering) so that you can strut into 2025. 

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October 11, 2024 34 mins

If the thought of BAREing it all has become unBAREable, this episode is for you. 

Finding confidence in our skin changes after 40- and it is glorious. 
Listen in for tips, techniques, and body cheats that will have you singing in your birthday suit. 
We are talking body care, cellulite, massage, lifting, firming, and celebrating. 

Let's get naked.

Stay GLOSSY!

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“Sound the beauty alarm -  anyone over 40 is on fire and going up in flames!”  
At least, that’s what it feels like some days. But the truth is many of us are inflamed—not just psychologically but physically from within—and it’s called “ inflammAGING.”

How to detect inflammation and calm the flames contributing to disease, dis-ease and aging skin.

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September 12, 2024 54 mins

Fall is the time to upgrade your skincare routine and undo summer damage. 

We sat down with Melanie Elaine, the founder of Ulu Rx, a private pharmacy dedicated to developing formulas for skin, hair, and supplements. 

This episode goes beyond the story of a female founder. We want to know what motivates a woman to open a pharmacy. 

Short answer: she was searching for solutions to her hair loss and skincare...

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September 5, 2024 49 mins

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August 6, 2024 46 mins

Feeling nostalgic? Us too.

Join us for an homage to our favorite brands and products that no longer exist.

Tell us if you would like an episode dedicated to replacing your favorite discontinued products.

If you were a 90s Spice Girl, as in MAC Spice lipliner, try MOB Beauty M1990. Formulated from the original lab notes, Vic nailed your favorite shade in a new, clean version. 

Stay GLOSSY!

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Do you feel like everything grows faster in the summer?
 
Are you constantly replenishing empties?
 
We do, and this episode is all about our road-tested, must-have summer staples that we use to the last drop.


My Mother told us that we needed to add an easy, shopable link to the products that we talk about every week.
Here ya go :
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We gave an old saying something new, borrowed from the teens and our grandmothers, then sprinkled in something blue for good measure.

Enjoy the makeup version and tell us- what's your something Old, New, Borrowed and Blue?


Looking for one of the products that we mentioned?
We made it easy and added as many as possible to this Amazon list:
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As "Mature" Brides ourselves and with hundreds of weddings under our belts as artists, one thing is for sure- makeup for the MOB and the Bride over 40 needs to be different than makeup for the 20someting Bride + Bridesmaids.

We've been talking about this topic for a while, and with Wedding Season in full swing, we are shining the spotlight on the Mothers of The Bride and the over 40 Bride.

Grab yo...

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July 6, 2024 48 mins

When was the last time that you wore eyeshadow? 

If you can't remember, ditched shadow at the first signs of crepe, miss your shadow days, and are ready to give them another shot, this episode is for you. 

Tune in to discover WHY your shadow staples seem to have betrayed you and the colors, formulas, and placement strategies that will open your eyes to shadow after 40. 

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