Ep. 81: Student to Stylist to Influencer Ft Vic Styles
Vic Styles is highly driven by aesthetics but she’s far from superficial – she's come into her own & creates from a place of intention. After starting her journey in L.A. as an assistant wardrobe stylist, Vic quickly became a stylist in her own right & as of today, has been featured in several publications (R29, Essence, Teen Vogue),living her best life as a freelance writer & influencer.
Links to products/resources mentioned:
Thinx Period Panties, Manuka Honey, Aztec Indian Healing Clay,Rhassoul Clay, Caudalie Vinoperfect Brightening Essence, Purpl & Prosper Healing Crystal Toner, Kiehl’s CalendulaToner , Kiehl’s Cannabis Sativa Concentrate , Origins Hello Calm Face Mask , Farmacy Cleansing Balm , Aveda Hydration Conditioner, DevaCurl Melt into Moisture Mask, Smashbox Foundation, Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer, Benefit 24-Hour Brow, Honest Beauty Extreme Length + Lash Primer , Glossier Haloscope,
Follow me on IG: @brookedevard , Follow Vic Styles: http://vicstyles.com/; @thevicstyles
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Ep. 78: Defining “Cool” Ft Recho Omondi
“To me the coolest people, the people that I'm inspired by, are people who are just 100% themselves.” - my guest, friend, and designer Recho Omondi on trying to define the intangible quality of coolness. I could speak to Recho for *hours* and this live episode, all about expression, is no exception. Listen to hear us discuss:
Developing a unique personal style
How moving around growing up influenced her sense of self
Finding your people on the internet (so important)
Why there’s power in not needing validation
Why Recho never cared if people liked what she liked
Getting into beauty later in life
Her hair story from bleach to braids
The phenomenon of plastic surgery
Tapping into self-confidence & trusting your intuition
Links/Resources:
My crochet faux locs I’m loving (discussed in the intro): https://www.instagram.com/p/BzwRDpyFUHB/
Cutting Room Floor Recho’s amazing podcast: https://rechoomondi.libsyn.com/
Our earlier episodes: Survival of the Fittest (2018), The Scam of Being Yourself (2017) which you can listen to on Apple or wherever you listen to Naked Beauty
Follow Recho: https://www.instagram.com/omndi/
Shop Omondi: https://www.rechoomondi.com/shop
Follow Me:https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/
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Ep. 74: Vogue, Microneedling, Bronzer & Lacefront Wigs Ft Marjon Carlos
Marjon Carlos is a writer, cultural critic, speaker and editor whose work I’ve admired for years. She is the former Senior fashion writer at Vogue.com where she explored the intersection of style and culture – informed by her academic background in African-American studies at Brown and Columbia University.
Marjon tells me how she came into her own personal style, shopping memories in Dallas, the early days of Saint Heron and how she’s thinking about aging. She’s a fashion girl slowly wading into the beauty waters and we talk microneedling, how we’re coping with our natural hair and the temptation of wigs.
Links to products/resources:
Unzipped(documentary):
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114805/
Oribe Hair Gel for Textured/Curly Hair:
https://www.oribe.com/collections/moisture-and-control/curl-gelee-for-shine-definition.html
Make Beauty(natural products made in NY)
Fenty Bronzer Sun Stalk’r
https://www.fentybeauty.com/sun-stalkr/instant-warmth-bronzer/FB30015.html
Lesse Balancing Facial Oil:
https://lesseofficial.com/products/face-serum
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Follow/Get in Touch with Marjon: http://www.marjoncarlos.com/contact
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Ep. 72: Being Chic AF by Doing Whatever You Want Ft Sophia Roe
“I have a story. It’s hard, it’s gnarly but it’s not about the story, it’s what you do with it.” - Sophia Roe, my incredible guest for this special episode of Naked Beauty.
Sophia’s wisdom, humor and excitement for life are all so refreshing and a joy to witness. I loved learning about how she got her start in high-end restaurants, then to catering, and how her love of food has evolved over time. We talk clean beauty and the correlation between skin and food, make-up girls vs skincare girls, curly hair care, and how her esthetician changed her skin forever.
Sophia grew up in and out of foster care. Her mother, who suffered from substance abuse and addiction, was still there for her in her own unique way that Sophia remembers fondly. We talk about how her iconic haircut came to her in a dream, moving to New York City and finding her style. She shares that she got her first manicure at 28 and what it was like for her to suddenly work at an office when she began working at MILK Makeup.
Listen to hear us discuss: tattoos, infrared facials, finding confidence when you need to be on camera, lack of diversity in the wellness industry and how she handles it, her must-have beauty products, the book she’s writing and so much more!
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Follow Sophia: https://www.instagram.com/sophia_roe/
Join the Naked Beauty Community: @nakedbeautyplanet https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/
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Links to Products/Resources:
MILK Eye Pigment: https://www.sephora.com/product/eye-pigment-P404807
Sophia’s Shoot for Cherry Bomb: https://cherrybombe.com/radio-cherry-bombe/food-and-feelings-with-sophia-roe
Matthew Miller her esthetician: https://www.matthewmillerskin.com
Hemp oil for skin: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/hemp-oil-for-skin
The Neuco vitamin c powder: https://www.thenueco.com/products/topical-c
Zipp Beauty Treatments: https://ziipbeauty.com
Palo Santo Benefits: https://monq.com/eo/essential-oils/palo-santo-essential-oil-holistic-benefits-holy-wood/
Bergamot Oil: https://www.wellandgood.com/good-looks/bergamot-essential-oil-uses/
DS & Durga Rose Atlantic: https://dsanddurga.com/products/rose-atlantic
Koh Gen Do foundation: https://kohgendocosmetics.com/collections/foundation
Laura mercier eyeshadow sticks (easy eye makeup):
https://www.lauramercier.com/eye-shadow/caviar-stick-eye-colour-prod450002.html
Clear Boy Brow: https://www.glossier.com/products/boy-brow
Weleda Sensitive Skin Facial Moisturizer: https://www.weleda.com/product/s/sensitive-care-facial-cream
Surreal Skincare - started by a trans woman who was facing hormonal skin issues, all natural: https://surrealskincare.com
Cosmedix Exfoliator https://www.cosmedix.com/purity-clean-150-ml
Heaven in Hair DevaCurl Deep Conditioner: https://www.devacurl.com/heaven-in-hair.html
Tamanu Oil for skin and nails: https://www.sweetlifespa.com/blogs/news/the-benefits-of-organic-tamanu-oil
Collodial Silver for hair: https://www.honeycolony.com/article/10-ways-to-use-silvers-amazing-healing-abilities/
Violette for great makeup looks: https://www.instagram.com/violette_fr/?hl=en
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Ep. 67: "Who Is She Without Her Hair?" Ft Nia Pettitt
“I had a really unhealthy obsession with looking a certain way that just wasn’t possible 24/7” - my guest Nia Pettit, who’s only 21 but has had a following on social since she was 16. At 20 she freed herself of being preoccupied with her hair.
Self-love, natural hair journeys, bacne, being mixed race, international travel, baby hairs, veganism –– Nia and I talk about it all and I’m so blown away by her wisdom. I loved hearing how Nia’s self-perception, approach to beauty and the content she creates have evolved overtime. She shares the story behind her decision to cut off all of her hair, after years of her fro being what she was known for most: “hearing everyday that my hair was beautiful, I linked that with me being beautiful”.
She shares what it was like growing up mixed race in London (her dad is English and Mom is from Zimbabwe), early relaxer experiences (very relatable), and finding her voice. We get into hair typing drama (3C, 4C, etc.) and how she tailors her her self-care practice to her moods for example: a mud mask for bad weather. We talk about her diet, being more mindful of what she accepts from brands, the positive impact of leaving a bad relationship, skincare tips from Meghan Markle’s facialist & much more you’ll have to listen to experience.
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Products/Things Mentioned:
XONecole Story on Nia’s big chop
Her experience traveling through India (vlog)
BB Curl Gel Oil (for edges/baby hairs)
Elemis skincare (she loves)
& the Elemis Superfoods Facial Oil she uses for travel
Declore Skincare
Skimdo hair curl cream
Nichola Joss - her skin therapist (same as Megan Markle’s!), see her skin tips here
L’oreal Baby Lilac Mascara
Becca Cosmetics highlighter (an underrated fave)
Tropical Balm (her lip balm of choice)
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Follow Nia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niathelight/
Follow Nia on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyrbOso99RneLFtN7lVP9w
Follow Nia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/niathelight
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Ep. 61: Hair as Salvation Ft Illeisha Lussiano AKA The Hair Artiste
“When you’re in the hair salon, speak up. Be direct. Direct questions, get direct answers.” - my wise guest & talented hair artist Illeisha on claiming your voice and advocating for what you want when it comes to your hair
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Illeisha has an artistically-based education but expresses her art through hair. She’s spent the last decade in the industry building an incredible career and working with some of the top talent in the game. We talk about how she took the jump from Boston to NY to pursue her dreams, how she approaches life behind the scenes, and what it was like to work with Naomi Campbell at just 21. We get into how to find the right stylist and how to ask the right questions – like her 6-year old client who knew exactly what he wanted when he got in the chair. She explains how to make the most of your appointment and getting what you pay for. Illiesha also gives me an incredibly helpful vocabulary lesson and teaches me what the difference is between base color, ombre, lowlights/highlights and balayage.
I ask her what the deal is with shampoo (is it as damaging as people claim) & how many products do we really need? She shares some amazing thoughts on how the energy you put into your hair manifests itself and how important it is to A) speak up but B) find someone who listens to you. Making time for yourself and loving your hair are two things Illeisha really believes in and I walked away feeling so inspired by our conversation.
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More about Illeisha: https://thehairartiste.com/
Follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehairartiste/
Stay in touch with me: https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/
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