Ep.116: Life in the Time of Coronavirus Ft My Whole Family in Quarantine
What does beauty mean when you are alone? How does our relation to self-presentation change when we have no one to see? These are just a few of the questions that I have been asking myself as COVID-19 has begun to drastically change everyone’s lives and daily routines. In this time of self-quarantine, I decided to check in with my family and you, Naked Beauty listeners. Tune in to hear how Coronavirus has impacted all of us, across generations, occupations, and so much more.
Timecodes:
My brother, Alexander 7:45
His girlfriend & Teacher Skylah 20:45
My Mom, Jerri 27:30
My Dad, Gregg 34:10
My Husband, Umut 40:20
Listener Experiences 59:00
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Ep. 64: Primers, Acids, Into the Gloss & Shaker Heights ft Ashley Weatherford
“I loved beauty without knowing it” - my guest Ashley Weatherford, Senior Editor at Into The Gloss
Ashley has been an authority in beauty for years and I’ve followed her career since the beginning – so I was incredibly excited to have her on and learn her story: from Ohio to Northwestern to NY. Ashley wanted to be a lawyer but started a beauty blog on the side for fun, which eventually landed her a position at New York Magazine. We talk about the power of her recommendations and if she feels guilt about inspiring people to buy more.
We discuss swiping Sephora samples when you love beauty but you’re on a budget, if she feels strongly about products being natural vs synthetic, what it’s like to prepare for a feature on Into the Gloss & that Top Shelf moment, what beauty treatments she thinks are overrated & of course tons of SKINCARE. Ashley has the most amazing skin (says she used to have bad skin) and we go into lots of detail on her routine and the products she loves.
Links to Products/Things Mentioned:
Tatcha Primer - primer of all primers
Cerave - for winter skincare
Little Fires Everywhere - book set in Shaker Heights
Ashley’s feature on Into The Gloss
India Lee Radiance Renewal Peel
Lele Sadoughi headband - so cute
Valet - hair accessories she’s loving
Crystal Peel Microdermabrasion Bar
Tea Tree Oil & Rose Water - natural products she loves
Paula’s Choice - a go-to effective skincare
SkincareAddiction Reddit - when you really want to nerd out
Aveeno Radiance Sunscreen - her go to at the moment
Banila Co Clean It Cleansing Balm
Biologique Recherche Cleanser VIP O2
Missha Time Revolution & SKII - essences she likes
Tatcha Water Cream - light & moisturizing cream she loves
Ashley’s AM Routine:
Tatcha Vitamin C Serum (when she’s not using acid)
Essence (currently from amore pacific)
Exuviance Patches (she uses the serum)
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Ep.113: The Queen of the 10-Step Korean Skincare Routine ft. Charlotte Cho
I got to sit down with the queen of K-Beauty herself, Charlotte Cho! Growing up in LA, sunscreen and toner seemed to be completely trivial to Cho. But after moving to South Korea post-grad, she was exposed to her own culture through an entirely new lens: skincare. And so upon returning to the States, she decided to start Soko Glam: an online retail shop completely dedicated to K-Beauty. Today, after eight years in the making, Charlotte has not only introduced the concept of the 10-step skincare routine to the American market, but has democratized beauty in such an unpredictable way. Tune in to hear about Charlotte’s favorite ingredients, her new brand - Then I Met You, and so much more!
Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:
SKIN: Mizon Snail Cream, Then I Met You Essence, Neogen Micro Essence, Then I Met You Cleansing Balm, Lash Eyeland, COSRX Pimple Patch, Daily Sheet Mask Tissue Box, Skin Concierge, The Klog
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Ep.111: Never Let Them See You Sweat ft. Maya Allen, Marie Claire
After eight years of working in beauty editorial, Maya Allen has become one of THE coolest girls in the industry. But that hasn’t been without tons of hard work. On this episode of Naked Beauty, Marie Claire’s Digital Beauty Editor not only broke down her extensive skincare routine, but her continuous journey to dominating the beauty sphere as well. Tune in for an incredible discussion on travel, black-women's influence on beauty & so much more!
VIBES: Byredo Black Saffron (Fragrance/Candle), Fredric Malle, Krigler, Tom Ford Lavender Extreme, Chloe Nomade, Aerin Vanilla
SKIN: iS Clinical Cleansing Gel Renée Rouleau AHA/BHA Cleanser,Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Acid Serum, iS Clinical Hydra-Cool Serum, Dr. Dennis Gross Vitamin C, Dr.Chaneve Jeanniton Episode Epi.Logic Founder, Hanahana Beauty Shea Butter, Epara Night Balm, Buttah Shea Butter, Bite Beauty Lip Scrub, Laneige Lip Mask
MAKEUP:Mented Cosmetics, The Lip Bar, AJ Crimson Beauty,Anastasia Brow Gel, Inglot 447
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Ep. 110: r/SkincareAddiction ft. Rio Viera-Newton
Looking for a new holy grail skincare product? Rio Viera-Newton has got your back. After years of looking for a solution to her dry skin and cystic acne, Viera-Newton was able to craft what many of us beauty junkies now just call “the Google doc”. Filled with affordable and effective products, Viera-Newton’s guide to great skin, and her continuous beauty editorial work at The Strategist is truly changing the game. Tune in to hear us chat about Korean beauty, sustainability, and so much more!
SKINCARE: r/SkincareAddiction, Wellness Mama, oo35mm, Rio’s Google Doc, Dr. Loretta Eye Gel, COSRX Hyaluronic Acid, Nécessaire Lotion, Purito Sunscreen, Then I Met You, Mediheal Sheet Mask MAKEUP: Kosas Face Oil, Lash Slick, Tower 28 Balm, Glossier Haloscope, ColourPop Blur Lux
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Ep. 106: Mud Masks, Bridal Makeup, and Ethical Skincare Ft Lesley Thornton
Lesley Thornton’s dedication to beauty is truly next level. As a young girl, she was obsessed with making mud masks in her grandmother’s garden, checking out beauty products in LA’s Koreatown, and doing her girlfriends’ makeup for prom. For Thornton, beauty has always been, and continues to be about being both mindful and creative. And so, after working as a beauty director at Estée Lauder, and an on-air beauty expert for TLC, she decided to step out on her own. From there, Klur- a clean, ethical, and inclusive brand- was born. On this episode, I took the time to ask Lesley about ALL of her insider hacks. From makeup application to acne treatments, we’ve got the best tips and tricks for beauty, and I can’t wait for you to hear them!
Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:
DIY Sugar Body Scrub, Klur Skin Soil, MAC Face & Body Foundation, Caudalie Grape Water Mist, Laura Mercier Setting Powder, Klur Gentle Matter, Klur Elements of Comfort, Klur Stellar Restoration
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Ep. 105: Jade Rolling, Manifesting & Community Ft Satchel Lee
A creative career felt pretty inevitable for Satchel. As the daughter of producer Tonya Lewis Lee and director Spike Lee, Satchel has always had a great appreciation for storytelling but she's already carving out a distinct voice of her own. And growing up in New York, there were always plenty of stories to tell. In high school, Satchel first found her creative community in an affinity group for queer kids called “The Network.” Then, as a film student at NYU, she went on to establish a black artist collective known as “Chromatic.” Today, Lee has teamed up with childhood friend Caroline D’Arcy Gorman to establish DRØME, a magazine “for those who dare”. With exclusive interviews from artists like Billie Eilish, Amandla Stenberg, and Ashton Sanders, DRØME is well on it’s way to becoming THE alternative magazine for Gen-Z. On this episode of Naked Beauty, Satchel and I talk beauty politics, intersectional feminism, dating apps, and so much more!
Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:
Naturopathica Manuka Cleansing Balm, DE Slaai Cleansing Balm, Microfiber Towels, Alpyne Beauty Cleanser, Thayer’s Witch Hazel Pads, Fenty Concealer, Glossier Concealer, MAC Bronzer, Glossier Cloud Paint, Maguette African Hair Braiding, Easy (S2E7- Lady Cha Cha), Glossier Boy Brow, Shiffa Jade Roller, Banana Skirt Fitness, Santal 33 Body Lotion, L’Occitane Shea Butter Body Cream, Glossier Balm Dotcom
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Ep. 102: Glass Skin, Product Flops & OMG Moments: A Year In Review Ft Diarrha N’Diaye
I don’t know if you all are ready for this episode because we went in! Beauty Highs, Beauty Lows: a year in review with Diarrha N’Diaye. Diarrha (formerly at Glossier, L’Oreal & now developing her own line) came back to Naked Beauty to reflect on 2019’s beauty moments with me. We review the most iconic new products, best moments for the beauty culture and the SMH product launches that didn’t do it for us. Listen to hear us discuss: Jackie Aina x Naomi Campbell, Euphoria, Pat McGrath Foundation,the new Fenty products, Caudelie, Beauty Industry Bullying, the Tom Ford Skincare launch, Lady Gaga’s Haus Laboratories,Lizzo & more. We are spilling ALL of the tea. And trust, it’s piping hot.
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Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:
BEAUTY: Kevyn Aucoin Glass Glow Highlighter, Caudalie Essence, Fenty Hydrating Foundation, Pat Mcgrath Foundation, Pat McGrath Mascara
POP CULTURE:, Naomi & Jackie Aina, Lizzo, #EuphoriaMakeUp, Broken (Netflix), Motivation (Normani), Rihanna Slow Mo Video, Beyonce’s Homecoming (Netflix),Black Lady Sketch Show: No Makeup,Estée Laundry
Ep. 100: When Do You Feel Most Beautiful?
For the 100th episode of Naked Beauty, I decided to look back and share a compilation of answers to my favorite question: When do you feel most beautiful?. From glamming it up to sweating it out, from meditating to having a good, long cry, my guests have taught me one thing: beauty is deeply personal. As we head into a new decade, I would love if you Naked Beauty listeners, could take the time to ask yourself this question and to share your answers with me in 2020. So please, sit back tune in, and reflect.
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Ep. 98: Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself ft. Danielle Prescod
On this week’s episode of Naked Beauty, BET’s Style Director Danielle Prescod is back for a deeply personal and honest conversation about body image, IVF treatment, mental health, and finding what makes you happy. With a career in fashion and beauty editorial, Prescod’s life has often been filled with black tie events and fabulous launch parties. However, over the past year or so, Prescod has made a point to look inward and to establish strong mental health habits. Listen to hear us talk about:
Ghosting Therapists
The choice to go on medication
IVF Weight Gain & how it impacts her self-esteem
Body Image
Meditation Apps
Canyon Ranch/Depression, Anxiety, and Living in the Present Moment
Her beauty, skincare and fragrance faves
Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:
FACE: Barbara Sturm Sun Drops, Blink Brow Bar London, Pat Mcgrath Lip Balm FRAGRANCE: Christian Louboutin, Tom Ford White Patchouli, Carven HAIR: The Hair Artiste, SheaMoisture, Pattern Beauty Shower Brush, DevaCurl Pre-Poo
BODY: Shape House, Buf-Puf Body Sponge, Neutrogena Body Clear Wash, Rodin Body Oil, SheaMoisture Lavender LotionRESOURCES: A New Earth (Eckhart Tolle), (Thich Nhat Hahn), Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself, Happy Not Perfect
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Ep. 95: Beauty & Gender Expression ft Mandy Harris Williams [Leftovers]
Femmes, tops, bottoms & gender presentation — learned so much from this few minutes of convo with the ever-fascinating artist & thinker, Mandy Harris Williams. We also get into the preoccupation with body & weight & wonder what it’s like to be freed from the thought.
You absolutely must listen to our full interview 'Deconstructing the Ideal Black Female' if you haven’t. And if you have, listen again (there are layers to the convo). Listen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/deconstructing-ideal-black-female-ft-mandy-harris-williams/id1131628553?i=1000449095067
or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2EP1L3f55Rm2nGXXVXgS7R
Back Monday with a full interview!
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Ep. 91: Feed Your Face Ft April Gargiulo, Founder of Vintner's Daughter
“What I was cleaning my house with was cleaner than what I was putting on my face. I had my head in the sand like a lot of people.” — my guest, April Gargiulo, on the genesis of her natural, performance-driven skincare line: Vintner’s Daughter
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April and I discuss how her background in Napa Valley’s wine making process, allowed her to see this gap in the skincare market – she took this knowledge and molded it into a product to help people around the world achieve their best skin. The coveted Vintner's Daughter serum and essence transforms skin and hearing the backstory behind the 22 natural ingredients, it's all clear why this works as well as it does. April never compromises quality for profit, which is what makes her totally unique in today's beauty industry.
April’s journey with skincare dates back to developing cystic acne in high school and giving every luxury product a try. After some time she started to develop her first product (the process was rocky pitching one SKU) but she stuck to her North Star and successfully created products that continue to sell out within days of being restocked. I LOVED talking to April and getting to know what has inspired this game-changing, plant-powered skincare and I know you will too.
Products/Resources Mentioned: Vintner’s Daughter Active Botanical Serum, Vintner’s Daughter Active Treatment Essence, Alpyn Creamy Bubbling Cleanser, NuFace (electrical stimulation of facial muscles), Face Gym , Endermologie Body Treatment (Spa Radiance) Infiorie solid fragrance, Brother Vellies (April's shoe obsession), CAP Beauty , Onda Beauty
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Ep. 90: Listen To This Before Your Next Manicure - Leftovers Ft Sylvie Macmillan
“Try colors you wouldn’t normally wear. It’s not permanent, it’s not a tattoo. And you might realize that actually, that green or that yellow goes with your clothes so much better than the red or nude does.” - Sylvie Macmillan on how to step out of comfort zones & try new colors for your nails.
I had to share some extras from my conversation in London with super-talented nail technician Sylvie Macmillan. We talk about the debilitating effect of too many options at the nail salon, SNS dipping powder (and how hygienic it may or may not be), holographic nails, matte nails, and choosing a color and sticking to it with conviction! Does your mani have to match your pedi? And what’s breathable polish anyway?
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CND Negligee (Sylvie’s go to color for manicures) Orly Nail Bonder (for strengthening) Clambake by Essie (perfect red) You’re Not Glistening to Me (Sylvie’s favorite universally flattering warm bronze polish)
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Ep. 89: Unapologetically Me Ft Julee Wilson, Global Beauty Director of Essence
"I'm a size 16 black woman with natural hair who's big and broad and takes up a lot of space. And I'm unapologetic about it. I'm dope." - my guest, Julee Wilson, Global Beauty Director of Essence
When it comes to beauty, Julee Wilson is all about showing up with authenticity and confidence. Her unique childhood within the Mormon community at home, and within the Quaker community at boarding school, inspired her progressive, open-minded and creative approach to beauty. Wilson continuously advocates for the representation of black women in the beauty industry, all while being a kick-ass mom!
Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:
BODY: Tata Harper Rejuvenating Body Oil, Palmer's Cocoa Butter, Baby Foot Mask, Spa Castle SKINCARE: SKII Essence, Elemis Pro Collagen Cleansing Balm, Drunk Elephant: Marula Oil, Retinol Cream, Baby Facial, Dr. Barbara Sturm Darker Skin Tone Collection, Beneath Your Mask by Dana Jackson: Nourish Skin & Hair Serum (Hemp Seed Oil), Illuminate Clarifying Face Mask, Tata Harper Vitae Elixir Serum MAKEUP: Pat McGrath Foundation, Fenty Vivid Liquid Eyeliner Trio , Mented Cosmetics OTHER: The Color Files, Camara Aunique- Julee Lash , My DMX Challenge
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Ep. 88: Our Skincare Questions Answered Ft. Dr. Elena Jones
Dr. Jones treats newborns to 100 year olds, celebrities (like Pharell *gag*) & regulars like yours truly – in fact I’ve been seeing Dr.Jones at her UES practice for over 15 years. I couldn’t be more excited to her skincare wisdom with all of you! We talk about everything from how to find a great dermatologist (& more specifically a black dermatologist), haircare, cosmetic surgery and how to simplify your skincare routine for maximum effectiveness.
Growing up, Elena Jones always knew that she wanted to be a doctor. But it wasn’t until the second year of her residency at NYU that she discovered a passion for dermatology. She has gone on to become one of the few board-certified, black dermatologists in New York City. Outside of her 20-year old private practice, Dr. Jones has served as an integral faculty member at the St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital’s Skin of Color Center, and as a director of their Dermatology Center. With all of this experience and so much passion for her community, Dr. Jones is THE dermatologist to talk to when it comes to treating and protected darker complexions.
She also answers all of your questions sourced from @nakedbeautyplanet about treating hyperpigmentation, perioral dermatitis, birth control, hormonal acne & more!
Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:
Cleansers: Bioderma Micellar Cleanser, Sunflower Seed Oil (double cleanser), Glytone Mild Gel Cleanser
Serums/Treatments: SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Serum, Esthederm Intensive Hyaluronic Serum, Isdinceutics Flavo-C Anti-Aging Serum, Hydroquinione, Altreno Retinol,
Moisturizers: Ambi Fade Cream (SPF 30), OC8 Mattifying Gel, Cerave PM, Elta MD UV Clear
Fillers: Beletero, Restylane Silk, Juvaderm Voluma
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Ep. 87: Beauty Brand DNA Ft Amanda Baldwin, President of Supergoop!
“Every great brand has something in it that’s very unique and distinctive and belongs on this planet, and the best brands are the ones that know how to take that and constantly evolve it. Those brands stand the test of time.” - my guest, Amanda Baldwin
Over the past three years, UV protection brand Supergoop! (est. 2007) has rapidly become a household name, and it’s no surprise that President Amanda Baldwin is behind the effort. Having received degrees from both Harvard and Wharton, experience as a private equity investor and marketing director at Dior and Clinique, Baldwin has an unparalleled understanding of both beauty technology and narrative. Now, as her work with Supergoop! founder Holly Thaggard continues to grow, the duo’s number one mission is to build an education and love around a product that so many people tend to avoid: sunscreen! Listen to hear us discuss:
How to stand out when trying to start a career in beauty
Brand DNA and origin story of Supergoop
The business of beauty and how it’s changed
What she learned working at LVMH
What every great brand has
The story behind the famous (& my fave) Unseen Sunscreen
What clean beauty really even means?
& so much more
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Ep. 86: Deconstructing the "Ideal" Black Female Ft Mandy Harris Williams
Harlem-born, LA-based artist Mandy Harris Williams is thinking about beauty on a *much deeper* level. This was the intellectual beauty I conversation I've been chasing all 2019. Mandy’s ultimate aesthetic: summering on Martha’s Vineyard with a strong no-makeup skin flex. Listen to hear Mandy & I discuss the mythology behind the ‘ideal’ black woman, being ‘uglied’, fitting into cultural norms, high heels as a manifestation of the patriarchy and how we feel about white women wearing braids. We also get into:
How beauty privilege manifests itself
Hyper-pigmentation & acne scarring
Tattoos & her art career
Hair identity politics
How institutions like Jack & Jill, Trinity & Harvard can shape your self-perception
& so much more. This is one of my favorite episodes, please enjoy! And if you love it please take the time to give the show a rating & review on the Apple Podcast app. Tag me @NakedBeautyPlanet with a screenshot as you’re listening to support.
Products Mentioned:
Stridex Daily Pads with Aloe Vera
AMBI Even & Clear Daily Moisturizer, SPF 30
Clinique Pore Mattifying Lotion
Honey Dew Me up serum from NYX
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Ep. 85: Hyper-Creative Nails Ft Sylvie Macmillan
“Nails can be just as important as jewelry” - my guest Sylvie Macmillan. Sylvie's journey to becoming a talented nail technician was anything but direct. After receiving a degree in technical arts and special effects, and working as a graphic designer and model maker, the Bath local could have done anything. Yet her lifelong love for nails was an affection that couldn't be ignored. With clients like Vogue, Dazed, and Fashion East designer Asai under her belt, it’s clear that Macmillan is well on her way to becoming one of the best nail techs in the industry. Listen to hear us discuss:
How Sylvie works to a brief when creating nail looks whether it’s for runway, editorial or a private client
Nail art and having a relationship with your manicurist
How to make your nails healthy, cuticle care & why the same nails always break
Anti-aging & getting hotter as she gets older
Calluses on feet, dead skin & regular exfoliation
Getting used to acrylic nails, nail appropriation & cultural appropriation
Having a bath & wearing fragrance & orgasm
Follow Sylvie on IG: @sylviemacmillan.nails, Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard, Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Products Mentioned:
CND Shellac Gel (her favorite), Weleda Skinfood, Weleda Foot Balm, Pumice for Feet, Baby Foot, Cerave SA Renewing Cream, Dr Organic Virgin Coconut Oil Hand & Nail Cream, Orly Nail Bonder Treatment, Essie Clambake, You’re Not Glistening To Me, Ama The Salon (Brixton),Commes Des Garcons (Black Pepper)
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Ep. 84: Laughing Through Our Skincare Obsession, Beauty Memes & My Standup [Leftovers Ft Mandi Nyambi]
We all need to be reminded to have a sense of humor when it comes to beauty. Mandi & I talk skincare obsession, how the team at the Baalm crafts brilliant beauty memes, the joy of your boyfriend adopting a skincare routine & more on this leftovers episode of Naked Beauty.
And stay tuned if you want to hear a snippet of my stand up comedy routine from Caroline's on Broadway [can't believe I'm releasing this but YOLO, enjoy]
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Ep. 82: Retinol, Cleansers & Snail Cream Ft Mandi Nyambi, CEO of Baalm
With degrees in Regenerative Biology & Nutrition from Harvard, Mandi Nyambi truly has skincare down to a science. Which is why the skincare consultation network she co-founded, the baalm (formerly Le Culture Club) is set to become such a trust-worthy name among beauty enthusiasts. I loved talking with Mandi and getting all my burning skincare questions answered, hearing about her Cameroonian background, ingredients to look for & skincare that’s worth paying for!
Links to products/resources mentioned:
Biologique Lait U, French Girl Fleur De Rose Wash , Mizon Snail Repair Cream, Hyaluronic Lotion, Algenist Prebiotic Mask, Drunk Elephant Protini, Clinique Charcoal Mask, Carter + Jane The Everything Oil
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