Ep.277: Behind the Scenes of the Naked Beauty Rebrand ft. Madison Utendahl and Tori Baisden of Utendahl Creative
After seven years of telling incredible beauty stories and building a passionate community of beauty fanatics, I’ve watched this show evolve beyond my wildest dreams.
With such evolution comes the need for innovation! Which is exactly why I turned to my dear friend Madison Utendahl of Utendahl Creative to help with an official Naked Beauty rebrand.
Tune in as I sit down with her and business partner Tori Baisden to discuss the entire process behind our rebrand as well as their business philosophy at the agency. Whether it’s their commitment to cultivating a safe and diverse environment for female designers, fonts, “blanding,” or productive client feedback, these two are here to break down every aspect of the branding process.
Ep.276: The Art of Honoring Your Creativity ft. Camille Darby
Camille Darby, Global Vice President of Brand Marketing at Condé Nast, is the woman responsible for bringing all of your favorite editorial brands to life! Whether it’s Architectural Digest, Allure, Glamour, or Self, Camille’s north star is storytelling. Tune in as we discuss her background as a playwright, growing up as a Jamaican in New York, grounding brand events in Black culture, remaining determined to uphold diversity within corporate settings, serving as a liaison between editorial and advertising, and so much more.
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Ep.275: How to Achieve a Flawless Beat ft. Blake Newby
Episode Description: Underpainting, pressed powder, color correction, contour, setting spray oh my! The full beat is alive and well and Blake Newby is here to walk you through all of the steps of her camera-ready routine. Tune in for her favorite makeup products, tips, tricks and more.
Link to Resources/Products: Shop Blake’s Episode
Ep.274: Confessions of a Former Beauty Editor ft. Blake Newby
Episode Description: Writer, content creator and longtime beauty industry expert Blake Newby is here on Naked Beauty, ready to discuss her journey to and beyond the world of editorial. Tune in as Newby reflects on growing up with distorted standards of beauty, falling in love with her identity at an HBCU, becoming Essence’s beauty and style editor, navigating the “pay to play” side of publishing, body dysmorphia and so much more.
Link to Resources/Products: Shop Blake’s Episode
Ep.273: It's Hard to Be the Blueprint: An Unfiltered Discussion about Black Women in Beauty featuring Brooke Devard, Kamie Crawford and Darian Harvin
Tune in for a LIVE episode of Naked Beauty, coming straight from the annual EveryStylishGirl Sip N’ Slay event in LA! This year, as Nana Agyemang’s platform continued to bring together a vibrant community of Black women, I had the privilege of interviewing Television Host Kamie Crawford and Beauty Reporter Darian Harvin. Check out our discussion on getting copied without the credit, dealing with career disappointment, and showing up as your authentic self no matter the cost.
Link to Products/Resources: @makayladid, Naked Beauty interview with Nana Agyemang, Naked Beauty interviews with Darian Simoné Harvin
Ep.272: The Art of Curating Your Fragrance Wardrobe ft. Keta Burke-Williams
Tune in for an extension of my interview with Ourside founder Keta Burke-Williams, who sat down to discuss tips and tricks for finding your next signature scent. From sampler kits, to researching top notes, to approaching good smelling strangers on the street, there was so much to take away from this conversation!
Products/Resources: Nishane (Ani), Ourside Fragrances, Fragrantica, FragranceNet
Ep.271: Career Reinvention, Skin-First Makeup, and Fighting for Black Beauty Standards ft Danessa Myricks
Makeup artist Danessa Myricks makes products that simply cannot be ignored. And as a Black makeup artist who was self-taught and launched her career at 30, reinvention and innovation always bound to be at the center of her brand. Tune in for this unforgettable conversation on her pathway to success, advocating for the inclusion of darker skin tones in makeup, using independent clinical trials to establish the brand as a leader in product development, and ensuring that Black voices are heard in the beauty industry.
Products/Resources Mentioned: Kat Graham working with Danessa Myricks, Danessa Myricks (Yummy Skin Tint, Vision Cream Cover Foundation, Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder, Lightwork V Eye Palette, Beauty Oil, Cheek and Lip Palette), Elemis Naked Balm, DermaFlash Derma Pore+, B3 Balm, Thrive Lash Strips, 54 Thrones
Ep.270: Never Let Them See You Sweat ft. Maya Allen
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, Fredric Malle, 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 Serum, Dr. Dennis Gross Vitamin C, Hanahana Beauty Shea Butter, Epara Night Balm, Buttah Shea Butter
Sponsors: thrivecausemetics.com/naked for 20% off your first order. My favorites: Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara , Brilliant Eye Brightener
Ep.269: A Deep Dive Into Vitamin C ft. Desiree Stordahl
Paula’s Choice Director of Applied Research & Education Desiree Stordahl is back for a deep dive on vitamin C - a skincare ingredient that has been proven to protect and enhance the skin barrier time and time again. Tune in as she explains what vitamin C actually is, its role in preventing free radical damage, the most effective ways to store it, how it interacts with other skincare actives and more!
Links to Products Here: Paula’s Choice (25% Vitamin C Serum, C15 Super Booster, C5 Super Boost Eye Cream, C5 Super Boost Moisturizer)
Ep.268: Breaking Down Holy Grail Skincare Ingredients ft. Desiree Stordahl of Paula's Choice
Tune in as I sit down with friend of the pod Desiree Stordahl, Director of Applied Research & Education at Paula's Choice, to demystify the world skincare. As this industry becomes increasingly more complicated (and even intimidating), Stordahl helps to break down the power behind simple, yet effective holy skincare ingredients like vitamin C, retinol, collagen, and more!
Link to Products/Resources Here: 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, 10% Azelaic Acid, C15 Booster, SPF 50, 1% Retinol, Omega Cleansing Balm, 0.3 Retinol + 2% Bakuchiol Treatment, 10% Niacinamide, AHA + BHA Peel, 20% Niacinamide, Discoloration Repair Serum, Pro-Collagen Booster, C5 Eye Cream
Ep.267: “People call it crazy, I call it commitment” ft. Jamie Morse Heidegger, Founder of Retrouvé
Like me, Jamie Morse Heidegger’s appreciation for a good sunscreen runs deep. And as the founder of anti-aging skincare brand Retrouvé, her knowledge of the very best tips, tricks, and products for sun protection is expansive. Tune in as as we discuss why sun protection is now more important than ever, her preference for physical vs. chemical sunscreen, UFP clothing, and more.
Links to products here: Elta MD Sunscreen, Elta MD Tinted Mineral Sunscren, La Roche Posay Antileos Sunscreen, Solumbra, Coolibar, Claudent
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Ep.266: Beauty Dispatch from Japan: Sun Umbrellas, Manga Lashes & Nail Art in Tokyo
My recent trip to Tokyo was a strong reminder of why Japanese beauty and culture continues to be such a dominate force in the market. Tune in for a beauty dispatch from Japan, where I break down the beauty products I found at local drugstore Don Quijote, the treatments I got, historical background on Shiseido's innovative marketing and products I'm desperate to see in the US and more!
Links to Products/Resources: History of Japan Podcast, Enim's Life in Japan, all of the products mentioned in this episode linked here, Eyelash extensions @ Twinkmiru Eye, Manicure @ Sucre Nails in Shinjuku
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Ep.265: The Untold Beauty Stories of WNBA Players ft. Ariel Atkins and Natalie Achonwa
While the WNBA has been around for over two decades, the extremely talented athletes and women who make up the league are just now being recognized on a global scale, particularly within the world of beauty. Tune in as I sit down with Washington Mystics’ Ariel Atkins (@iamarielatkins) and the Minnesota Lynx’s Natalie Ochonwa (@natachon11) to break down “hitting the majors” within their beauty routine, the league’s very first beauty brand partnership with Glossier, navigating the misogyny and double standards as female athletes, their all time favorite beauty products and more. Enjoy!
Products Mentioned: Glossier (Stretch Fluid Foundation, Stretch Balm Concealer, Boy Brow, Milk Jelly Cleanser, Generation G, Invisible Shield), It Beauty Hyaluronic Acid, Jan Marini Face Cleanser, Wander Beauty Mascara
Ep.264: The Power of Transparent, Family-Run Skincare ft. Jami Morse Heidegger, Co-Founder of Retrouvé
Born into the family that once owned cult classic brand Kiehl’s, Jami Morse Heidegger is nothing short of royalty within the world of beauty and skincare. Yet growing up, she felt far from beautiful. Instead, Heidegger’s relationship with beauty focused more on the experimentation of combining ingredients, ultimately in search of the perfect product. Today, Heidegger and her husband Klaus have launched Retrovué, their own new family venture, that continues to focus on just that. Tune in as I sit down with Jami to discuss her childhood growing up in the Kiehl’s flagship store on the Lower East Side, her decision to sell the brand after becoming a mother, launching Retrovué with a deep focus on potent skincare ingredients, “pro-aging,” and ensuring that diversity is at the forefront of her brand’s story.
Links to Products/Resources: “It’s a real family affair for couple behind luxury skin-care line Retrouvé” (LA Times), Kiehl’s (Blue Astringent, Crème de Corps, Calendula Toner), Retrovué (Replenishing Moisturizer, Revitalizing Eye Concentrate), Every Skin Has A Story, Joanna Vargas Green Hyaluronic Serum, Sisley-Paris x Patrick Foley Lipstick, Pattern (Leave-In Conditioner, Brush), Iman Love Memoir, Frederic Malle Portrait of a Lady, Perfumehead Cosmic Cowboy
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Ep.263: Mental Health & The Power of Self-Expression ft. Tan France & Gillian Sagansky
Fashion expert and Queer Eye, and Next in Fashion host, Tan France, is truly one of a kind. I got to collaborate with my dear friend and host of Driven Minds, Gillian Sagansky, on this special episode where we talk to Tan about everything from struggling with depression to the power of the clothes we wear. You don't want to miss this episode!
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Ep.262: Elevated Products for Life’s Mundane Moments ft.Candice Brathwaite
One of the ultimate acts of self love is taking care of yourself when no one is around. Tune in for a fantastic extension of my interview with Candice Brathwaite, where she breaks down how she uses elevated products to make even the most casual moments feel special.
Links to Products: Shiseido Recap, Visiting Le Labo in Tokyo for Gaiac10,, SLEEPER loungewear, Byredo Bal D’Afrique, Fenty fragrance, Chanel No.5, L:A Bruket Lip Balm
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Ep.261: Navigating Broken Beauty Standards ft. Candice Brathwaite-Aboderin
Author, journalist, TV presenter, fellow podcaster and creator Candice Brathwaite-Aboderin is here on the pod and ready to talk through the evolution of her relationship with beauty. From her tomboy phase where she was completely uninterested in appearances, to her dancehall girl phase battling breakouts for the first time, to life as a mom helping her kids navigate anti-black beauty standards, Candice has seen and felt it all. Tune in as we discuss her beauty icons, favorite products, that signature shaved head, fighting fatphobic narratives, what to do when you’ve outgrown your social circle, and more. Enjoy!
Links to Products/Resources: La Roche Posay SPF, The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid, Dr. Sturm Dark Skin Tones Hyaluronic Acid, Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Mascara, Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder, MAC (Nightmoth, Ruby Woo), Ren Balm Cleanser, Elemis Cleansing Balm, Dr. Dennis Gross Peel Pads, Tatcha Water Cream, Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum
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Ep.260: Dreaming in Fragrance ft. Keta Burke-Williams, Founder of Ourside
Keta Burke-Williams, founder of “unconventional yet intimate” fragrance brand Ourside was just what the industry of traditionally Eurocentric fragrance needed to shake things up. As the daughter of a Jamaican mother and African American father growing up in Dayton, Ohio, Keta never quite felt like she fit in and was always looking for ways to escape into new experiences, particularly through scent. Tune in as we discuss her journey from the corporate world, to Harvard Business School, to starting her own business; betting on her creative vision when other fragrance houses wouldn’t; the various ways that we all apply and layer perfume; “FragranceTok;” and so much more.
Link to Products: Ourside (Moon Dust, Nostalgia, Dusk) - use code NAKED15 for 15% off at ourside.nyc, Saltair Body Mists, D.S. & Durga (Debaser, Bistro Waters), Nishane (Ani, WuLong Cha), Tower 28 (BeachPlease Lip+Cheek Cream Blush, Bronzino Illuminating Cream Bronzer), Supergoop! PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50, Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30
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Ep.259: Pivoting from Corporate to Creator ft. Nana Agyemang, Jon Youshaei, and Chrissy Rutherford
With the creator economy projected to be worth $200 billion by the year 2026, many (including myself) are seeking to pivot out of the traditional 9-5 and into a career of entrepreneurship, centered around media and content. Which is why this episode featuring three of my incredible peer mentors and friends who have transitioned into full-time creators couldn’t be more timely. Tune in as I sit down with EveryStylishGirl’s Nana Agyemang; former colleague and current Youtube creator and podcaster Jon Youshaei; and writer, brand consultant and fashion creator Chrissy Rutherford. We discuss when they knew it was time to pivot in their careers, the value of pay transparency, the power of having a strong partner to bring your vision to life, and accepting that we can’t always plan for everything. Enjoy!
Resource Links: Founders, EveryStylishGirl, Created by Jon Youshaei, Chrissy Rutherford’s newsletter FWD JOY
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Ep.258: Thoughtful Partnerships and Careful Collaborations ft. KESH
These days, celebrities, influencers, and brand partnerships seem to be inextricably linked - but not always for the most intentional reasons. Tune in for this bonus episode where artist KESH, a highly experienced brand collaborator, reflects on how she would like to see creators go beyond the cash grab and “mismash of ‘release, release, release,” and instead opting in for more thoughtful and “truthful” storytelling.
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