Smooch
Smooch
Elyse & Gemma
Remember how getting ready for high school dances with your girlfriends was way better than the dance itself? The laughter, food, and hairspray fumes - that energy was UNMATCHED. We’ve been chasing that high since we left for college, and now as 24-year-olds, we’re bringing it back! Former roommates and current besties Elyse and Gemma get ready together - with you - while talking makeup, skincare, and the general horrors (and highs) of life as a twenty-something.
Ep. 26: Updated Favorites & Dating Endeavors
Here’s to being a girl who changes her mind every moment- today we chat about our current favorite products (new, old, and sneaky). Summary of our products: we still love the Makeup by Mario SoftSculpt Skin Enhancer and the Tower 28 S.O.S. Daily Facial Rescue Spray. Gemma dishes on her wedding guest miscommunication and Elyse’s life reaches its peak in a dream (or maybe not… Zendaya are you listening??). Keep us in your thoughts and prayers ladies because we’re putting ourselves back out there in the dating jungle. Intro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINK TO ALL PRODUCTS MENTIONED
Aug 26, 2022
32 min
Ep. 25: Material Gworls
Today we got a lil spendy.. so we’re giving you a haul and hitting all the important details: the perfect lip gloss doe foot (also known as a kitten paw, are you kidding me), a face mask that feels like a handful of Jell-O, and yet another cream blush that Elyse swears is different. Treat yourselves to a sister weekend and hit up Ulta, girlie! Also, buy yourself and all your friends a travel size Poo-pourri with zero shame- if it comes down to it, tell your date who saw it in your purse that it’s a perfume and they won’t know the difference.Honorable Mentions: Thirteen Lives on Amazon PrimeQueen Rudi BerryThe man, the myth, the legend: Clear Great LashFamous Miley Cyrus Vanity FairThe Miley Cyrus style Elyse loved but couldn’t verbalize Gemma’s middle school fashion Bible Zoey 101 taught middle school Elyse what heartbreak was (aka that phone scene)Intro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINK TO ALL PRODUCTS USED
Aug 16, 2022
26 min
Ep. 24: We ARE Like Other Girls
We are definitely like other girls, and odds are, if you're here reading this, you may be too. It’s Freaky Friday up in here this week: Gemma gets ready for a murder mystery party and Elyse gets (emotionally) ready to take her makeup off. We discuss the acting credits of Christy Carlson Romano and lament the end of the perfect love story that was Pete and Kim. Yet again, we remain hypocritical when we say orange is a heinous color, and we refuse to change.Honorable Mentions:Kim PossibleEven StevensLife with DerekCadet KellyThose sequin pursesPretty Pretty PrincessIntro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINK TO ALL PRODUCTS USED
Aug 9, 2022
22 min
Ep. 23: Chill Sunday Get Ready With Us
In potentially the most realistically paced episode we’ve ever done, we actually get ready for the day in about twenty minutes. Highlights: the SoftSculpt Skin Enhancer (honestly, when aren’t we talking about this), Gemma’s status as a 24 year old AKA an “old hag” (her words), and the beautiful Shelbey Wilson (minimal makeup lovers should absolutely check her out). Last week, Elyse monologued about makeup and this week, she rambles about her other vice: Sarah J Maas. Stay tuned to learn what Gemma used her gift card on at Sephora... Honorable Mentions:“People We Meet on Vacation” by Emily HenryPennyclay earrings that Elyse bought Gemma (also Elyse’s friend’s small business- go buy her awesome earrings!)“Future Retiree” badge reelGemma can't stop thinking about the Lisa Eldridge True Velvet Lip Colour “Velvet Blush” Velvet Blush - True Velvet Lipstick “Cruel Prince” series by Holly BlackIntro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINK TO ALL PRODUCTS USED
Aug 2, 2022
23 min
Ep. 22: Out of Date Pop Culture and Makeup This or That
We’re BACK baby with a very makeup focused episode (Elyse has been holding in so many makeup thoughts during Gemma’s absence and unfortunately it all explodes out of her like Old Faithful). We talk the great divide of Doja Cat and Noah Schnapp and the great union that (still) is Kim K and Pete Davidson. Two favors to ask: go give Laura Geller Beauty a high five for being awesome people and please sponsor us for the new Dyson Airwrap (or the old one, honestly… or the bootlegged Ebay version). Honorable Mentions:“I’m glad you brung it up”Elyse is prophetic: Melt Cosmetics came out with a true pink blushlight (“Pink Sand”)- I have swatched already. It is everything I want it to be and I will lust after it for months before finally giving in to our love affairGemma’s Hailey Bieber Erawhon Skin SmoothieLip Smacker never leftIntro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINK TO ALL PRODUCTS USED/MENTIONED
Jul 26, 2022
36 min
Ep. 21: Getting Unready, Skincare Faves, & Peeing in Bars
Just a quick lil evening wind down where Gemma tries Elyse’s skincare, we discuss the merits of a cake donut, and Gemma talks about who she really meets at coffee shops (spoiler alert: not a prospective love interest but he might just have a boat). Let’s all vote on what Gemma’s next hyperfixation breakfast should be (I vote something really heinous like dry, untoasted bread).Honorable Mentions: Drake and Josh EMPHASISRhode Skin by Hailey BeiberNew Girl Season 2 Episode 15 “Cooler” Aussies doing thingsIntro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINK TO ALL PRODUCTS USED
Jun 28, 2022
30 min
Ep. 20: Favorite Kardashians, New Products, and Sabrina the Teenage Witch
Okay this is a real mixed bag here- what was intended to be a discussion of new products we’ve been trying takes a sharp left turn into a graphic puke story (sorry). Other highlights: Sabrina the Teenage Witch (hereby known as Mrs. Spellman-Kinkle), Doja Cat's deep influence on our daily conversations, and our pets’ love languages. Theme for the summer: a saucy Boat and Tote.Honorable Mentions:Miss CongenialityRiley Sager’s new book releaseThe Summer I Turned Pretty (Books and Show)Persuasion on NetflixElyse did buy that Charlotte Tilbury Mascara oopsEveryone go get something funny monogrammed on a Boat and ToteIntro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINK TO ALL PRODUCTS MENTIONED
Jun 21, 2022
43 min
Ep. 19: Celebrity Makeup, Falling Down the Stairs, & First Kisses
We’re being vulnerable in the worst way- telling you our embarrassing stories. Here's to hoping you guys don’t suffer from extreme second hand embarrassment like Elyse does otherwise this one might be tough. We also sound off all the celebrity makeup brands we can think of and discuss the miracle product of the summer: Makeup by Mario’s Skin Enhancer (legit witchcraft). Thank God we’re not teenagers anymore and pls tell us if you also have flip books.Honorable Mentions:SKKN by Kim dramaAboutface Matte Fluid Eye PaintMakeup by Mario SoftSculpt Transforming Skin Enhancer We want to be Part of Your WorldPretty Little Liars FashunCharlotte Tilbury Pillowtalk Push Up Lashes in “Dream Pop” (not berry pop like Elyse said)Intro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINK TO ALL PRODUCTS USED
Jun 14, 2022
34 min
Ep. 18: TopGun, Making Friends in a New City, and Dealbreakers
If you’re thinking about trying something with Miles Teller…THINK AGAIN. We’ve been here since the beginning and the love is only growing!! Get ready with us while we mentally and physically prepare for the new TopGun movie, give our best tips on making friends in a new city, and discuss whether or not a grown man asking for your Snapchat instead of your number is a dealbreaker. (Spoiler: it is.) Intro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINKS TO ALL PRODUCTS USED
Jun 7, 2022
37 min
Ep. 17: Lunch Break, Book Club, and Chit-Chatting
Alright ladies, you are getting a true look today into what it’s really like to get ready with us. Gemma sneaks away from work to throw on some eyebrows and freckles, and we talk books, bumble, makeup, and more. It’s slower-paced and product heavy! We discuss future podcast topic ideas, like mental health and moving in your 20’s. XOXOHonorable Mentions:What the Foundation (CONTROVERSIAL)Maybe in Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid (Gemma’s next read)Danessa Myricks Twin Flames Liquid Eyeshadow - Purchase for your local music festival xoxoSelena Gomez Mascara hack Intro music by the incredible Sam BrayLINKS TO ALL PRODUCTS USED
May 31, 2022
37 min
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