Glossy Gossip by BeautyScripts

Wrapping up Season 1 of Glossy Gossip we compiled some of our favorite moments from this year's episodes with our amazing guests. Hear from Celebrity Clean Beauty Makeup Artist Katey Denno, Glam Squad Pro Caitlyn Meyer, Beauty Pro turned Influencer Meg Workman, Green Beauty Educator and Online Beauty Pro Kristen Arnett, and Beauty Inventor and Entrepreneur Rachel Vicknair. Each episode is a fount of wisdom, and worth a revisit, but tune in to this episode for a bite-sized playback of their best advice. Wishing you all a happy, healthy year ahead- filled with beauty and success! xx Greta & Riz

We love to flip the script and bring you valuable insight from industry experts you may be working with across the aisle. Today's guest is a beauty and PR maven who has years of experience helping build and promote brands and professional careers. In this episode we chat about what brands want from artists, the best ways to build long term relationships, as well as what not to do and what to watch out for. Get out a pen and paper for this one! Shownotes:Website: www.cbeepr.comFacebook:@cbeepr Instagram:@cbeeprFavorite ProductsSisley Paris Black Rose Cream MaskSisley Paris Black Rose Skin Infusion CreamDarya Hope Youth Elixir Stem Cell SerumFarmacy Beauty MoisturizersFarmacy Beauty Green CleanFillerina Filler Makeup BB CreamKosas The Big Clean MascKosas Dewy Cheek Duo Color & Light Palette - CreamHonest Beauty Extreme Length Mascara + Lash PrimerBVLGARI Allegra Women's Fragrance CollectionBVLGARI Allegra Riva Solare Eau De ParfumApply to Join Beauty Scripts

Giving to a cause is one thing. Creating your own foundation to address a need is quite another. Today's guest felt that the trans community was underserved and wanted to take his love and expertise in beauty to help the NYC trans community receive the support they need. Inspired by Todd's foundation, the Trans Beauty Clinic, we dive deeper into what it takes to run a foundation so that any of you listening may feel inspired to start organizations close to your heart too. Show Notes:Trans Beauty ClinicFacebook: @transbeautyclinicInstagram: @transbeautyclinic@toddharrismakeupFavorite Products:La Mer, The Lip BalmSoon Skin Care Sheet MasksPestle & Mortar Face Moisturizers & SerumKnesko Collagen Eye MaskSoon Skin Care Hydrating Blueberry Hydrogel Eye PatchesArmani LUMINOUS SILK LIQUID FOUNDATIONSisley Paris PHYTO-BLUSH TWIST N°5 CONTOURMakeup by Mario SOFT POP BLUSH STICKLaura Mercier Crème Cheek Color Blush - PralineApply to Join Beauty Scripts

Have you ever felt like you're getting in your own way, but you can't help yourself? Or like you know deep in the core of your being what you're supposed to be doing, but societal norms or expectations keep you from following your dreams? Today's guest has discovered the compass and roadmap to making key decisions and aligning with your true self in order to create a life  that you love with ease. I'm talking about the Human Design system, and our guest - Tuck Self- who has been practicing HD since 2003 and is now an instructor at the BG5 Institute where they have applied the HD principals to career and business. We've had some previous guests on the show mention HD, so I wanted to have Tuck on to help explain what it is and how it can be an incredibly useful tool that always points you in the right direction for you. Show Notes:Email: tuck@therebelbelle.comPhone number: +1 (803) 665 0847BG5 Business InstituteWebinar: Tuck Self - The Dream of BG5: 5 Basic Ways to Reach Your Fullest Potential in Life, Career & Business - Mini Summit Part 1Apply to Join Beauty Scripts

What do you do when an offer comes along that is too good to pass up? You say YES. Even if it means moving out of your home and relocating (with the animals) in a matter of weeks. In this episode, celebrity hairstylist and MUA Jess Elbaum shares her transition from Los Angeles to Hawaii to work on a TV series. She shares the nitty gritty details to making her decision and making the move. Plus, you'll here valuable insight from an artist working in the Union and in television. Show Notes:Instagram: @jesselbaumTikTok: @jesselbaumFavorite Products:Armani Luminous Silk FoundationThe Big Clean MascaraHair Rituel by Sisley-ParisHask Argan Oil 5-in-1 Leave-in SpraySisley-Paris PHYTO-LIP TWIST MATTE N°18 TANGOApply to Join Beauty Scripts

How many of us have dreamed of a jet-setting, international career?! And how many of us have actually made it a reality... Today's guest has carefully crafted her career as a destination hairstylist with clientele all over the world and a roster of brides whom she helps achieve their visions with ease and style. Trace Henningsen is an international stylist, ambassador for Lenor Greyl, and founder of her luxury hair accessories line Henningsen & Co. We caught up with Trace in Paris to hear how she navigates time zones, where to stay, and what to pack- plus many more tips for traveling artists. Get ready to take notes!Show notes:Website: https://henningsenandco.comFacebook:@HenningsenandCoInstagram:@tracehenningsenRecommended Products:Popmask Jet Setter Self Warming Eye MaskDaily Exfoliating Gloves by Daily ConceptsDaily Exfoliating Dual Texture ScrubberPixi FortifEYE Eye PatchesJan Marini Skin Care Management SystemLeonor Greyl SOIN REPIGMENTANT ICY BLONDE (Purple Conditioner)Leonor Greyl - The InstituteApply to Join Beauty Scripts

Learn how a solo-preneur started and scaled her beauty device business, including filing a patent, building prototypes with duck tape, and garnering real and organic traction among the beauty community. Rachel Vicknair is the Founder and CEO of Leopara- the world's 1st patented, portable makeup lighting system. Her invention is genius, but as you'll hear, it's the tenacity and follow through that make a business work. Rachel shares openly and provides a lot of great advice for anyone running a company or thinking of launching their entrepreneurial career.Show Notes:,Website: https://leopara.comAmazon PrimeAlcone Make Up in New York Facebook:Leopara BeautyRachel VicknairInstagram:@leoparabeauty@rachelvicknairLinkedInThe Leopara GroupRachel VicknairEmail: rachel@leopara.comProduct Recommendations:Eylure Vegas Nay Bronze Beauty LashesArdell Duo Adhesive Lash GlueCarter and Jane The Everything OilLeopara Makeup Lighting SystemApply to Join Beauty Scripts

Beauty is often seen as a superficial thing, but for today's guest it transformed her life and gave her the strength to overcome her darkest days. Holly Eve is the Founder & CEO of Madame Lemy- an all natural deodorant brand that actually works. Through passion and determination she turned an idea into a booming business and now advocates for women and entrepreneurship as well as mental health. She's a former celebrity and TV MUA and now running her company as well as contributing to Forbes and Founder. Holly's story is incredibly inspiring, and spoiler alert- has a happy ending. Let's go to the show to hear it first hand from Holly Eve. Show notes:Website: https://madamelemy.comInstagram: @madamelemyFacebook: @madamelemyLinkedInRecommended Products:Kosas Air BrowKosas Wet Lip Oil GlossMadame Lemy

For every brand founder there comes the question- to stay independent or not? Sebastien Tardif is the Founder of Veil Cosmetics, and for nearly a decade has steered his indie brand to success. In today's episode we look at how he drew on his past experience working with Bobbi Brown, as well as his career as celebrity MUA (working with Naomi Campbell, Jane Fonda, and Olivia Palermo- just to name a few) to create the products he craved and build a loyal following. Tune in for an honest and compelling interview.SHOW NOTESWebsite: http://sebastientardif.com/Company: Veil CosmeticsFacebookInstagram : @veilcosmeticsFavorite Products:Complexion Fix ConcealerAutomatte Mattifying BalmEgyptian Magic CreamPommade Divine

Community- both on and offline- has become the (sometimes literal) saving grace for many of us as we've moved through the past two years. Today, we chat with Nelli Patrick- a purpose driven MUA who has fostered community in ways that are both inspiring and inviting. If you're ready to take your connections to a new level and build your tribe, tune into this episode. Show Notes:Website: https://www.heynelli.comInstagram: @heynelliContent Studio (The Space): The Beauti Effect RoomYouTube Channel: Hey NelliFavorite Products:Danessa Myricks Beauty Colorfix FoilsThe Lip Bar Highlighting BlushesUrban Skin Rx Witch Hazel Brightening & PH Balancing TonerUrban Skin Rx Super C Brightening SerumApply to Join Beauty Scripts

What stands out to a bride or their wedding planner as a hair and makeup artist? In this episode we flipped the script, and invited Lindsey Nickel from Lovely Day Events to share the do's and don'ts she sees when working with beauty professionals in the bridal industry. Lindsey also shares her advice on how to build long term relationships with wedding planners, and the importance of networking.  And, she talks about what she sees for 2022 and 2023 and warns us that the tidal wave is coming!Show notes:Lovely Day Events Webiste: https://www.lovelydayevents.com/aboutInstagram: @lovelydaystrategy (Business coach for Wedding Planners)@lovelydayeventsxo (Wedding Planning Service)Free Checklist: Must Do Steps to Start Your Wedding Planning BusinessFacebook: @LovelyDayEventsAndWeddings Apply to Join Beauty Scripts

2020 redefined what we thought was normal, and moved many of us into the online space in ways we previously hadn't participated. Today's guest had long been positioning herself for an online only transition. Not because she saw a pandemic coming, but because her global clientele sought her services, and she found working virtually to be a better fit. Kristen Arnett is a former International MUA with 2 decades of experience working around the world on fashion shows, ad campaigns, with celebrities, and also a lot of women over 40. She took her skills as a green beauty educator and MUA and began creating online courses, offering virtual consults, and most recently launched an online membership called the Healthy Beauty Oasis geared towards helping women over 40 embrace their beauty and aging. This leap to becoming a full time online artist and educator didn't happen overnight, but Kristen shares some key tips for those looking to follow in her footsteps. She also shares some of her favorite green beauty products  that are kit worthy and you won't want to miss.Show Notes:Website: https://kristenarnett.comInstagram: @kristenarnettbeautyFacebook: @GreenBeautyTeamHealthy Beauty OasisYouTube Channel: Kristen Arnett's Green Beauty TeamShop Kristen's Favorite ProductsApply to Join Beauty Scripts

If you're trying to make sense of the crazy times we're living through and looking to navigate these intense energies with grace and grit, look no further than this episode. Our guest, Ciela Wynter- astrologer, published author, multidimensional entrepreneur and musician- has been studying the stars for over 20 years, and has some hard hitting but hopeful insights to share. In this episode of Glossy Gossip, you'll learn about the triad of your three most important signs (sun, moon, and rising), and how the planet, each country, and even companies are born with a star chart that helps us look deeper into where we sit in the cycle- giving us access to a deeper understanding, acceptance, courage, and hope. Ciela shares where we're at in 2021, and what we can look forward to in 2022.Show Notes: https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-25

Piggybacking off our previous episode with Meg Workman, this week's episode is all about getting the support you need and want on a small business budget. I'm talking about hiring a VA (virtual assistant). If you've been curious about how to go about how to hire and then manage one- this episode it is for you. We dive into the nitty gritty and give you some resources on how to find your own VA. From helping you stay on top of your inbox and scheduling, to managing your social media- a VA can be a literal game changer. Tune in to learn how. Show Notes: https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-24

Have you dabbled in content creation as a beauty professional, but you're not quite sure how to make it a sustainable part of your business or income? Today's guest is Meg Workman, a hair and makeup artist and salon owner in Charleston, SC. Meg found herself working crazy hours trying to meet her financial goals, and then when COVID hit, she had to rethink how she was going to generate income (and passive income was also a goal!) when she wasn't doing services. She embraced the role of content creator and is finding a nice balance in what her online and offline offerings bring to the table. Show Notes: https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-23

If you've ever wondered about what comes after your career offering services as a beauty professional, this episode will be very inspiring. Our guest, Cassandra McClure started her career as a MUA and through healthy and lifestyle events, made her way into hosting beauty events. Tune in for a very candid conversation about the lifespan of an artist and how to pivot to less strenuous channels in beauty. Also, we have an in-depth chat about affiliates and how they work, including a thorough explanation about BeautyScripts from yours truly. Show Notes: https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-22

Brands, retailers, and artists can have a symbiotic and mutually supportive relationship. Kathryn Dickinson, founder of Aillea Beauty- the premier clean beauty retailer- shares how she's built her business, works with artists, and what she looks for when brining on a new brand. Plus, she reveals her 'back to good' skincare routine and products to help clam her skin after testing products for her store. 

With skyrocketing success in just three years, Alpyn Beauty has grown from being the newest clean beauty brand on the block to a household staple among many a skintellectual, and an Instagram darling. Kendra Butler shares how she felt called to bring this brand to the world, even among a crowded market, and how her unique point of differentiation helped them leap frog onto the best of beauty lists as well as being featured in Allure and Vogue. Growing quickly isn't always easy, and Kendra shares what she's learned and how she's navigated growing pains that come with the growth spurts; offering mentorship and advice for others experiencing growth. As always, Kendra shares her top beauty products she's loving this year- highlighting retinal plant alternatives that are just as effective and much easier on your skin.Show Notes:  https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-20

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but even worse, to be caught off guard! So this episode is a BSA (beauty service announcement) around the possibility that we could be headed for another lockdown-ish situation and how to prep now. Included are three main ways you can supplement your income using free online technologies or apps. I hope I'm wrong about a second lockdown, but in case I'm not, be sure to listen and create your own Plan B.Show Notes

This week's episode is a sneak peek ( or listen) from a masterclass as part of Bx Pro and features The BrowGal Founder Tonya Crooks. Honestly, this chat changed and elevated my brow game! Tonya is a force and commonly known as the queen of brows with a celebrity clientele in Los Angeles. Tune in to learn from the best and be inspired to start your own niche beauty brand.Also- if you're interested in joining our exclusive community through Bx Pro and gaining access to these quality monthly masterclasses, apply here.Show Notes

Have you ever found yourself in a pattern that, even though you recognize it, you feel helpless about changing? Or discounting your services when you know your true value, but you still do it anyways? Our guest today helps us understand the underlying power of our subconscious that may be keeping you for realizing your full potential or obtaining the level of success you see for yourself. Jess Geist is the founder of Worth to Wealth and the Subconscious Harmonics Method. Through inquiry into our childhoods and hypnosis, she helps her clients identify the unseen blocks that have been holding them back, and helps them rewire their brain with new ‘thought-ware' to set them on their true path of success. If you're ready to level up your worth and wealth, this is a must listen episode!Show Notes: https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-17

The world of beauty and influence is changing. More beauty professionals have turned to content creating as a way to supplement their income during COVID and found that sharing their knowledge, getting creative with beauty tutorials, and even offering virtual workshops or lessons is actually something they want to continue doing. If you've been curious about this avenue or even dabbled in it and are ready to make content creating a mainstay, this episode is for you. Our guest is Jamie Stone, the creator behind HonestlyJamie.com and host of the A Little Too Much podcast. As a former beauty publicist, Jamie knew what brands would be looking for and how to navigate negotiations when she started her blog. She shares tips for working with brands, how to create content authentically in a way that actually works for you, what to look out for in a contract. And, of course, she shares her favorite products for 2021 too.Show Notes: https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-16

Learn how to launch a product from idea stage all the way to online sales with I'm Outside Founder Claire Adams. Claire went from carrying 12 bottles of essentials oils and tinctures she'd concocted to creating a single product that embodied the aromatic and health benefits she was looking for in one single product. The Pandemic helped her pour on the gas to get it launched and out into people's hands during a time of need, and she literally launched her brand in under 60 days- later gaining press coverage from Vogue, Allure, and the New York Times. Listen in as Claire share her journey and some important tips for anyone out there looking to launch a product too.Show Notes: www.blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-15

No one gets an artist like another artist... except their agent! Imagine having someone in your corner who was not only rooting for you, protecting you, celebrating you, but also strategically building your career- step by step. According to Sam Stransky from Sarah Laird, one of the leading artist representative agencies in the world, that's exactly what it means to have an agent. Tune into this week's episode to hear more about how to build a successful agent/ artist relationship and hear Sam's tips on how to approach an agency if you're interested in being represented. Show Notes: https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-14

What if the unthinkable happened- an injury that inhibited your ability to do hair and makeup as usual?  Well, if you're Caitlyn Meyer, you make lemonade by fast-tracking an eventual plan to move from performing bridal makeup and hair services to managing them through a team of artists. In this episode, Caitlyn- the hair and makeup artist published in Martha Stewart Weddings- candidly shares how she moved into her next phase of business by creating a high end bridal services company. If you've ever been curious about expanding your reach and creating a glam squad to offer your services, this is an episode to take notes from! Caitlyn also shares how she incorporates and manages social issues to ensure her team feels safe. Plus, she gives us her top bridal kit products. Tune in now!Show Notes: www.blog.beautyscripts.com/gg-13

If you’ve been wondering about virtual consults and if they’re a viable way to offer services to your clients, this episode is for you! Allison Marks is a Master Holistic Esthetician with a celebrity clientele in Los Angeles, who’s been offering digital consults for years. She shares how to best structure them, and pair them with in-person treatments to better serve your clients. She also shares her journey to becoming a holistic esthetician, and they ways she addresses a full 360 view when caring for her clients to help them achieve their best skin. Of course, you don’t want to miss her product recommendations at the end of the episode!Show Notes: www.blog.beautyscripts.com/gg-12

It's no secret that the beauty industry has its toxic shadow side. Hair stylist and salon owner Alyssa Housh had a hard time reconciling her love of cosmetology with her environmental education. Like many stylists, she struggled to recycle salon waste properly, and find organic products that worked as well as their counterparts. It took some time, but with a little research and a lot of commitment, she's found her way to operating a green salon. Hear how she did it and how you too can operate as an environmentally responsible creative. Of course- she shares her salon-rated clean beauty haircare favorites too!Show Notes: www.blog.beautyscripts.com/gg-11

The life of an independent beauty professional can, at times, be a lonely one- especially during a global pandemic. That’s why we invited Halli Bostic from the Artists Arsenal on to the show to share her effective tips on creating community among artists and building systems of support in the beauty industry, including mentoring. From SMART goals to tangible tips for creating a local hub of artists in your backyard, Halli has so much great advice to share- you’ll be taking notes! Show Notes:www.blog.beautyscripts.com/gg-10

Somewhere along the lines we've all learned from another pro. We should all be so lucky to learn from Emily Clayton, a freelance artist and educator at the Academy of Freelance Makeup in Dubai. As you'll hear in this episode, Emily shares her inspiring journey into makeup, how she became an educator, the rewards of her role, and advice for others thinking of becoming a beauty educator. Plus, we share our love of Clubhouse and have a candid conversation about the state of Instagram for artists at this moment in time. Show Notes:https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-9

Women and men across the globe are living an unimaginable life- one they didn’t even opt into, but are trapped inside of. Sex trafficking is unfortunately a common outcome for at-risk and impoverished youth. The Justice & Soul Foundation was created to help trauma survivors learn the vocational skills needed to create a sustainable career, and they’re doing it with a 2 year cosmetology program in Cambodia. Join me for an interview with J&S co-founder Matthew Fairfax and education director Amber Catlett for a moving and inspiring episode as we learn about their program and reveal our partnership to support the J&S Foundation.Show Notes:https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-8

In the early 2000s you could only get organic skincare at Whole Foods or Pharmica. Today, a new clean beauty line pops up on your Instagram feed nearly every day. Karen Behnke was the OG (original green) pioneer of clean beauty products, and with her analytical background she committed to making green products as good as or better than their conventional counterparts, and set the standard for clean beauty that works. Hear her incredible story full of grit, ingenuity, and success.  As always, our guest shares her advice and product recs too! Show Noteshttps://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-7

If you’ve ever admired Emma Watson or Vanessa Kirby’s makeup, then you’re already a fan of clean beauty MUA Katey Denno. Katey staked her claim to clean beauty in 2010 and quickly became a sought after artist to the eco-conscious stars of Hollywood. With more than a decade’s experience in green beauty, Katey regularly shares her knowledge on her Instagram feed and YouTube channel to help educated consumers and the next generation of MUAs alike. Tune in for her tips on going green and key product recommendations she (and YOU!) can’t live without. Show Noteshttps://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-6

Celebrity Makeup Artist Rose-Marie Swift says her mouth gets her in trouble, but one thing she got right was the launch of her clean beauty line RMS Beauty. With a 12 year old business, she reflects on her motivation to start her cosmetics line, the obstacles she had (and continues!) to overcome, and advice for other MUAs looking to start a beauty product line. A must listen for any makeup artist looking to soak up wisdom from one of the industry’s greats! Show Notes:https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg-5

With all the media channels we consume and contribute to, how do you stand out? Fashion and beauty photographer, Mark Leibowitz has worked with too many celebrities to name, and major media players like Glamour, HBO, Netflix, and the Golden Globes- just to name a few. He shares his special sauce for creating content that is always relevant and translates into booked jobs. He also gives tips on what to do with overwhelm as a creative and how to use your iPhone to create! Check out Mark's work and follow along or reach out on his Instagram.

As a multimedia beauty content creator, Charisse Kenion, is no stranger to embracing new mediums to connect and express her love of beauty. In this episode Charisse shares why you should be a 'Jack of All Trades' and dive into the world of beauty podcasting.  From once in a lifetime interviews to a growing connected community, it's easy to see how podcasting has opened many, many doors. And the good news is, there's still space for you to start your show and share your voice! Listen in for some inspiration and podcasting tips. Show Notes:https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg3

Social platforms are not just for influencers! In fact, beauty professionals using these platforms to reach a wider audience and solidify their expert authority are thriving. If you want to learn how you can use TikTok to leverage your expertise and open new doors for brand partnerships, networking, and connect with new clients, then tune into this episode with celebrity MUA Courtney Hart who has over 100k followers on TikTok. Show Notes:https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg2

Get to know your host, Greta Eagan, and hear the backstory of BeautyScripts- the first product recommendation platform for beauty pros. You'll also learn more about what you can expect from the Glossy Gossip podcast. Plus, Greta shares her top tips for creating a great profile on Clubhouse to help you make the most of the platform and network opportunities. For show notes, visit:https://blog.beautyscripts.com/blog/gg1