glossy* podcast

Jazmyne van Gosliga and Hannah Pickering

Welcome to Glossy - where besties Hannah & Jaz spill, share, and slightly overshare about all things beauty, life, and a little chaos in between. Between us we’ve done it all - salons, counters, sets, and hundreds of bottles of fake tan later, we’re diving into honest chats, expert tips, and the beauty confessions you won’t hear anywhere else 🎙 New episodes every other week on all streaming platforms 💋 Follow us on Instagram @glossypod for behind-the-scenes + listener dilemmas.

Episodes

  1. Episode 7 | "glossy on a budget" - You Don’t Need to Spend More to Look Expensive

    APR 23

    Episode 7 | "glossy on a budget" - You Don’t Need to Spend More to Look Expensive

    Have beauty routines become way more expensive than they need to be? In this episode, we break down how to still feel polished, put-together and expensive — without actually spending more. From stretching your hair appointments and managing greys, to figuring out what’s actually worth it in your skincare routine, we unpack the small changes that make the biggest difference. We also get into the mindset shift around beauty spending, the pressure to keep up with high-maintenance routines, and how simplifying things can often give better results. Plus, a simple life admin reset — including a quick Gmail clean-up hack to clear out subscriptions and emails you never read. ________ SHOW NOTES Stretching your hair appointments — how to go longer between visits without it showing Full foils vs low-maintenance colour — when you actually need them Managing greys — options that don’t lock you into high maintenance Making your hair last longer — small changes that keep it feeling “done” Beauty on a budget — what actually makes a difference vs what doesn’t Skincare: where to spend vs where to save Simplifying your routine — why less can often give better results Life admin reset — small habits that make you feel more on top of things ________ 💡 GMAIL CLEAN-UP HACK Using Gmail: Go to More → Manage subscriptions in the sidebar See all your email subscriptions in one place Click Unsubscribe without opening each email Instant inbox reset. ________ Our signature glossy* theme track by Mike Newport (@mikenewportmusic) and SIDD (@iamsiddmusic) 🎶 🎧 Listen on Spotify 📸 Follow for BTS → @glossypod 💌 Submit your Glossy dilemmas → slide into our insta DMs   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    51 min
  2. Episode 6 |  Men’s Grooming, First Dates & Modern Masculinity ft. Ryan O’Kane

    APR 10

    Episode 6 | Men’s Grooming, First Dates & Modern Masculinity ft. Ryan O’Kane

    In this episode of Glossy*, Jaz and Hannah sit down with their first ever guest, award-winning actor Ryan O’Kane (aka Jaz's husband), for a real and unfiltered conversation around men’s style, grooming and self-image. From questionable first date outfits to skincare routines, cosmetic procedures and hair transplants, the three unpack what’s changing for men in the beauty and grooming space, and what still feels a little taboo. Ryan shares his own journey, including his current routine, mullet ambitions and a very questionable trip to LA in jandals. There’s also a side mission to find Jaz’s brother Aston a Nelson-based partner, because why not. ___________ SHOW NOTES In this episode we cover: First date fashion, what’s acceptable and what’s a red flag The rise of the male grooming industry Male vs female skin and whether “men’s skincare” is just marketing Ryan’s skincare journey and current routine The shift in masculinity, from traditional to modern Cosmetic procedures for men and what’s becoming more normal Hair transplants, where people are going and why Shave it or save it, the ultimate hair debate Ryan’s mullet plans and personal style evolution Male makeup, beards and peptides vs the gym ___________ PRODUCTS MENTIONED La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser La Roche-Posay moisturiser Triumph & Disaster Go-To Skincare / Bro-To ___________ PEOPLE & REFERENCES Ryan O’Kane Paul Mescal Zoë Foster Blake Timothée Chalamet, Tom Holland, Tom Hardy, Bradley Cooper, Ryan Gosling, Leonardo DiCaprio Jason Statham, Patrick Stewart Martin Crowe, Shane Warne Steve Carell / Michael Scott ___________ EXTRA Single in Nelson? Jaz’s brother Aston is a gentleman builder and sailor. DM us. ___________ TAGS men’s style, male grooming, skincare for men, masculinity, hair transplants, beauty podcast, Glossy, New Zealand podcast, dating, first dates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    38 min
  3. Episode 5 | Peptides & “Botox in a Bottle”?  What No One’s Telling You!

    MAR 25

    Episode 5 | Peptides & “Botox in a Bottle”? What No One’s Telling You!

    Have beauty trends have officially lost the plot?  In this episode, we break down peptides: what they are, why they’re everywhere, and how they’ve gone from skincare ingredient to full-blown injectable trend. From “botox-like” serums to regenerative and performance peptides, we unpack what’s real, what’s marketing, and what’s still a bit of a grey area. We also get into the rise of ingredient-led skincare, the skin barrier era, and the growing conversation around transparency in the beauty industry — including whether influencers should be disclosing treatments behind their glow-ups. Plus, your weirdest beauty trend confessions and a few things we’ll never be trying again. ________ Show Notes: Weird beauty trends you've tried — OPI shatter nail polish, at-home dermaplaning, dry shampoo as a dermaplaning guide, nappy rash cream for skincare, and more listener confessions Press-on nails update — Studio Hugh press-on nails review and why they're a game-changer Primers: Do you actually need one? — Why a well-prepped base might be all you need What are peptides? — Short chains of amino acids that act as biological messengers for your skin cells Types of peptides in skincare — Signal peptides, carrier peptides (copper peptides), enzyme inhibitor peptides, and neurotransmitter-inhibiting ("Botox-like") peptides Peptides beyond skincare — Hormonal peptides (Ozempic/GLP-1s), healing & regenerative peptides, and performance & longevity peptides Are peptides the new Botox? — The conversation around transparency, glow-ups, and undisclosed treatments Should influencers disclose treatments? — The ethics of beauty transparency on social media The rise of ingredient-focused skincare — How TikTok and short-form content changed the beauty conversation Korean skincare & the skin barrier trend — Why less can be more with active ingredients Injectable peptides: risks & concerns — Lack of clinical evidence, unregulated sources, potential tumor growth stimulation (BPC-157), stacking risks, and immune responses Allergic reactions from repeated exposure — Real stories about developing allergies to hair dye, gel nails, and latex gloves Mentioned: Studio Hue, The Ordinary, Dr. Andrew Huberman, Josh Hamill, Kim Kardashian, Ryan Murphy's The Beauty ________ Our signature glossy* theme track by Mike Newport (@mikenewportmusic) and SIDD (@iamsiddmusic) 🎶 🎧 Listen on Spotify 📸 Follow for behind-the-scenes → @glossypod 💌 Submit your Glossy Goss dilemmas → slide into our insta DMs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    44 min
  4. Episode 3 | We're Back! Our 2026 Beauty Favourites & Life Updates

    FEB 24

    Episode 3 | We're Back! Our 2026 Beauty Favourites & Life Updates

    We're back for 2026! 🎉 After a summer hiatus (solo parenting, work chaos, and life happening), Jaz and Hannah return with their beauty recommendations and some exciting updates. We chat about: ✨ Why we took a break – and why we're back stronger ✨ New ventures: By Glossy is officially live for events, weddings & lessons ✨ Life updates: ADHD diagnosis, new puppy Della, Bali plans ✨ What we're watching: Shrinking, Tehran, Landman, The Beauty ✨ Our current beauty obsessions across hair, makeup & fragrance ✨ Supporting local: Emma Lewisham's sustainability wins Grab your coffee and join us for an episode packed with recommendations, real talk, and a little laughter along the way. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok → @glossypod | Book us for hair & makeup → @byglossy 🛍️ KEY PRODUCTS & BRANDS MENTIONED Hair Care: Styling & Finishing: Archive Prologue Primer ($11 mini) Archive Liquid Hairspray (humidity-proof) Kevin Murphy Touchable Spray Wax Davines Oi Oil Davines Oi Soufflé Mousse Treatment: K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask (50ml & 150ml salon size) Tools: Flexi/Wet Detangle Brush Makeup: Face: IT Cosmetics CC Cream Foundation YSL All Hours Glow Foundation Mecca Cosmetica In Good Light Palette ($109 - powder, bronzer, blush, highlighter) Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder Mecca Max Blush Sticks ($25 - shade: Sun Swept) Rare Beauty Liquid/Cream Blush Avène Thermal Spring Water Spray Mecca Max Milk It Mist L'Oréal Infallible 3 Second Setting Mist Concealer: NARS Creamy Concealer Estée Lauder Double Wear Concealer Brows: L'Oréal Faux Brow Pen (dual-prong) Mecca Brow Guru Cutting Edge Brow Pencil Eyes: Half Magic Eyeshadow Singles Mecca Max Zoom Shadow Stick Olive Mascara (hypoallergenic) Kevyn Aucoin Lash Curler Lips: Revlon ColorStay Longwear Lip Liner (shade: Mauve) MAC Whirl Lip Pencil MAC Cork Lip Pencil Fragrance: Zara Fashionably London Elixir (Jo Malone collab, ~$90-95) Zara Elegantly Tokyo (30ml, jasmine notes) Zara Red Temptation (Baccarat Rouge dupe) Dead Cool Fragrance No. 1 Skincare: Emma Lewisham (NZ brand, B-Corp rating 121, refillable) Emma Lewisham Mineral Glow Serum SPF 50 Miscellaneous: Compeed Blister Bandaids Gem Tal Deodorant (Le Labo Santal 33 dupe) Dymista Nasal Spray Got a product recommendation or tutorial request? Slide into our DMs – we'd love to hear from you! 💄 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 6m

About

Welcome to Glossy - where besties Hannah & Jaz spill, share, and slightly overshare about all things beauty, life, and a little chaos in between. Between us we’ve done it all - salons, counters, sets, and hundreds of bottles of fake tan later, we’re diving into honest chats, expert tips, and the beauty confessions you won’t hear anywhere else 🎙 New episodes every other week on all streaming platforms 💋 Follow us on Instagram @glossypod for behind-the-scenes + listener dilemmas.

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