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Ep. 317: Kelly Rowland & Joomee Song Discuss the Importance of Beauty from the Inside Out

I had the incredible opportunity to partner with Shiseido for a live conversation with everyone’s favorite triple threat, Kelly Rowland and Face Architect Joomee Song. During Shiseido’s inaugural Benefiance retreat, we talked everything beauty, business, travel, and motherhood. We had such a great time talking about our respective visits to Japan, our approaches to aging, and of course our first impressions of the Benefiance eye cream. We even got some great beauty tips from the live audience!

Tune in as we discuss: 

  • How we use our nighttime skincare routines to practice self care

  • What it’s like aging in the public eye

  • How our under eye area changes as we age

  • Generational examples of beauty and self care

  • What every good eye cream must have

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Ep. 317: Beauty from the Inside Out feat. Kelly Rowland & Joomee Song
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Ep. 316: Behind The Scenes of the Naked Beauty Fragrance

The Naked Beauty fragrance is finally here! Over the course of the last 10 years, I’ve been experimenting with creating my own fragrances, mixing essential oils until I found blends that I loved. Now, many years later, my very first fragrance, Naked Beauty has finally launched, and I wanted to give you an in-depth look at what it took to make the fragrance. From smelling over 15 different iterations of the fragrance to creative directing my own campaign in the canyon behind my home, this was a true labor of love. Listen for more details on the making of the fragrance - it’s a whole new way to experience Naked Beauty. 

Buy the Naked Beauty Fragrance

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Brands & Products Mentioned:

Behind the Scenes of the Naked Beauty Rebrand

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Ep. 315: Unlocking Your Truest Self & Personal Evolution ft. Sir John

"If you're not getting nos, you're not challenging yourself to your full potential."

Last month, Sir John and I had a great live show in Beverly Hills. As a Cancer and a Leo, this time of year naturally brings reflection for both of us, and we went deep during the live show! The energy in the room was amazing, and the conversation was so incredible that Sir John and I knew we had to bring these topics to the larger Naked Beauty audience. We had a beautiful discussion on personal growth, building an authentic personal brand, and the impact of meaningful connections. This conversation was presented by Sunglass Hut and Acast. 


Tune in as we discuss: 

- A behind-the-scenes look at a live show in Beverly Hills 

- Personal birthday reflections from Brooke and Sir John on growth, gratitude, and creativity

- Sir John's number 1 red lip recommendation

- Tips on finding and maintaining an authentic personal brand

- The importance of having the right team and positive energy around you.

- Discussions on the value of self-care, investing in oneself, and the beauty of embracing change.


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Ep. 314: Demystifying Pregnancy Skincare feat. Amy Koberling, PA

In my follow-up conversation with Amy Koberling PA, The Skinthusiast, we talked about all things pregnancy skincare. The conversation covered our experiences with pregnancy myths about products, skincare treatments, and even food. Amy shared her professional opinions about why expecting moms don’t need brand new skincare routines, dietary books she recommends for those who are trying or expecting, gestational diabetes, and what current research says about retinoids, sunscreen, and more. The information in this episode is for informational purposes. It is not a substitute for personalized and professional medical advice. 


Tune in as we discuss: 

  • Context for why retinoids are generally not considered pregnancy safe 

  • Using lower concentrations of some ingredients versus eliminating them entirely

  • The ethical dilemmas that prevent research and testing on pregnant women

  • What we don’t about how red light therapy can affect babies during pregnancy

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Products Mentioned:

Expecting Better by Emily Oster


Real Food for Pregnancy by Lily Nichols


Real Food for Fertility by Lily Nichols


Shisedo Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion

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Ep. 313: Sabrina Elba’s Ambitious Mind and Her Quest to Lead A-Beauty

Over the course of 18 packed hours, I shadowed the ambitious and energetic Sabrina Elba for 54 Magazine. When 54 reached out and asked me to write the cover story on Sabrina and her award-winning S'ABLE Labs brand I knew I had to do it, despite having never written a cover story before. In less than 24 hours, Sabrina and I did pilates, tested lab samples, met with her woman-led team, and danced the night away at a party hosted by Naomi Campbell. Our time together illuminated exactly why Sabrina is the perfect person to lead the charge on ethical A-Beauty’s global takeover. Listen in to hear the entire cover story.


Tune in as we discuss: 

  • S'ABLE Labs’ Somalian roots

  • Why Sabrina decided to attend the London School of Beauty

  • Her commitment to using ethically sourced ingredients

  • What inspires her four person woman led team

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Ep. 313: Inside the Ambitious Mind of Sabrina Elba and her Quest to Lead A-Beauty
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Ep. 312: Unmasking Skincare Marketing feat. Amy Koberling, PA

When I met Amy Koberling aka The Skinthusiast, I knew I had to have her on the podcast to talk about what we should really be paying attention to when buying skincare. During our conversation, Amy dispelled some common beauty myths and misunderstandings about popular ingredients from benzoyl peroxide to vitamin C. Our conversation covered trends in skincare marketing, overhyped and underhyped products, and how we ensure credibility with our audiences.

Tune in as we discuss: 

  • The rise of A-Beauty and products from Africa

  • Why we should shop by skin concern and not ingredient

  • What we can do to respond to inevitable collagen loss

  • How to determine which red light therapy tools to invest in

  • The most effective way to layer skincare products

Sir John and I are hosting a live show in Los Angeles! Get tickets while they're still available.


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Brands & Products Mentioned:

Prequel

Bubble

S'ABLE Labs Black Seed Toner

S'ABLE Qasil Exfoliating Mask

S'ABLE Okra Face Serum

S'ABLE Baobab Moisturizer

S’ABLE Rooibos Micellar Water

Pipette Mineral Sunscreen

Tubby Todd Mineral Sunscreen

Aveeno Kids Continuous Protection

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Ep. 311: Cultivating Your Summertime Fine with Sir John and Brooke

In this week’s episode, Sir John and I sat down to chat about what it means to be Summertime Fine mentally and physically. Our conversation included a very special announcement from Brooke, thoughts on how we recharge after major events, and our favorite eye looks on Black women. Sir John shared some tips on elevating any look with custom grills and gave details on his innovative guide to contouring in the sun. Brooke talked about how her ideal summer looks will accentuate her changing body and why we need to keep making the effort to look good. No conversation would be complete without a discussion of the core values that drive us to do the work we do. Thank you to Sunglass Hut and Acast for making this conversation possible!


Tune in as we discuss: 

  • The consequences of body types becoming fashion trends

  • How Sir John leads his team with compassion

  • Which of our shared core values guide our work and lives 

  • The importance of communicating our needs to our teams and families

  • Why confidence is the ultimate key to being summertime fine

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Ep. 310: Y2K Beauty Culture, Miami Heritage, and Navigating A Career in Content Creation ft. Tefi

In this rerun of one of my favorite episodes, I sat down with TikTok queen herself, Tefi. Estefania Pessoa AKA Tefi is the best friend, cultural commentator, and skinfluencer we all needed during COVID-19, and if you have yet to come across her name on TikTok you are truly missing out. Tune in as we discuss her takes on both the toxicity and joy of Y2K beauty culture, growing up as a half-Colombian, half-Brazilian girl in Miami, working through unhealthy relationships, establishing a career as an influencer, botox, and so much more. Enjoy! 


Links to Products/Resources Mentioned: Dr. Barbara Sturm Vitamin C, iNNBEAUTY PROJECT (Vitamin CRetinolMoisturizer), YTP (Vitamin CCleanserPeptide Moisturizer), Mighty PatchOdacité OIl CleanserCarla Lab SerumPaula’s Choice 2% BHALolaVie Glossing Detangler@celebplastic 


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Ep. 309: Country Glamour & Creating Yourself ft. Tanner Adell, Singer & Songwriter

“At the top of the list of what you need to know about Tanner Adell is she is glam country, it's definitely a defining feature for me.”


For our second episode together, Sir John and I sat down with someone we feel is truly blazing her own trail and looking incredible doing it: Tanner Adell. This year alone she's walked her first red carpet, presented an award at the CMT’s, and had her first-ever televised performance - not to mention being on a Beyonce album. During our conversation, Tanner talked to Sir John and I about how a foundation of self-possession has poised her to meet these incredible milestones with confidence and grace. Tanner shared that learning to sew her own church clothes, spending time in her grandmother’s craft closet, and honing in on her supporters have shaped her approach to artistry. Thank you to Sunglass Hut and Acast Creative for making this conversation possible!


Tune in as we discuss: 

  • How being raised in a traditional religious environment sharpened her creative skills

  • Her CMT look and how it nodded to her heritage, tradition, and possibilities for the future

  • What she believes separates talented and creative artists from one another 

  • Which tools she uses to protect her voice 

  • What her ideal night in Nashville looks and feels like 

Products Mentioned:


Vaseline Radiant X Body Cream

Paw Paw Ointment

Gisou Honey Infused Lip Oil

Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil

Youth To The People Yerba Mate Resurfacing Energy Facial

Youth To The People Kale Superfood Face Cleanser


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Ep. 308: Beauty on Her Terms ft. Jenna Lyons, Founder of Loveseen

Tune in for a LIVE conversation with the one and only Jenna Lyons. From her trendsetting tenure at J. Crew to her candid conversations about her relationship to beauty on Real Housewives of New York  Jenna’s authenticity is undeniable. During our conversation, we discussed her commitment to fostering diversity in the fashion industry and what she’s learned about herself since founding Loveseen. We also talked about how she prepared for the high level of scrutiny housewives face, successful queer representation in the media, and interesting generational differences in the workplace. Thank you to @prose for partnering with Naked Beauty to facilitate this incredible conversation. 


Tune in as we discuss:

  • How she fought to include diverse models in J. Crew shoots

  • Why she is still not interested in getting a computer

  • Tangible ways to foster equity among your diverse staff

  • The significance of lesbian representation in reality television

  • Why beauty and fashion are tools for self-empowerment

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Ep. 308: Beauty on Her Terms ft. Jenna Lyons, Founder of Loveseen
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Ep. 307: Bottling Memories, Ethical Fragrance, and Creating Scents for Connection ft.Maya Njie, Owner of Maya Njie Perfumes

After spending the past year developing my own fragrance, I’ve become obsessed with learning more about the process of developing fragrance. Maya Njie, an artist and self-taught perfumer, was the perfect person to dive deep on fragrance with. During our conversation Maya and I explored the scent composition of some of her top perfumes while discussing how significant her family history has been in building her business. We also talked about the unique experience of trying to capture feelings and translate them into scents that can be experienced by people internationally, the nuances of building an ethical business, and the surreal feeling of being sold in Liberty London.


Tune in as we discuss:

  • How she incorporates family photos and color palettes into each perfume

  • Why synthetic fragrances may be safer options for our bodies and environments

  • What kinds of mentorship and support small brands need to thrive 

  • Why fragrance is often hard to break into 

  • Why spending time with a fragrance is the best way to learn if it is truly for you

Perfumes Mentioned:

Maya Njie Discovery Set 

Maya Njie Nordic Cedar Perfume

We Are Deya Fragrances  (by Ezra Lloyd)

Sarah Baker Perfumes

Scent Trunk

Rook Perfumes

Perfomer H

Byredo 

Naomi Goodsir 

Caudalie Beauty Elixir Hydrating Face Mist

pHformula VITA C 

Weleda Skin Food


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Ep. 307: Bottling Memories, Ethical Fragrance, and Creating Scents for Connection ft.Maya Njie, Owne
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Ep. 306: Haircare is for Dads, Too ft. Charlotte Mensah, Owner of Hair Lounge

While speaking with Charlotte Mensah, she shared her expertise in caring for Afro-textured hair, with products, tools, and styling recommendations. Charlotte also revealed how significant it was for her to grow up surrounded by family, having her hair done and styling it for others. Our conversation illuminated her decision to develop the Curl Power Workshop, an annual haircare and hairstyling event where adults learn to care for the Afro-textured hair of the children they love. For the second year, the workshop focuses on teaching fathers and grandfathers the skills they need to master hair care.


Tune in as we discuss:

  • The workshop’s origins as support for biracial parents

  • How important it is that children see one another and the similarities in their hair

  • Her hopes that his workshop takes the onus off moms to have to do it all

  • Why patience is the most important tool in children’s hair styling

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Ep. 306: Haircare is for Dads, Too ft. Charlotte Mensah, Owner of Hair Lounge
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Ep. 305: Beauty from Accra to London ft. Charlotte Mensah, Owner of Hair Lounge

Charlotte Mensah, the first Black woman inducted into the British Hairdressing Hall of Fame, once turned her kitchen into a laboratory to develop products for her clients. Raised in her grandparent's Ghanian compound, Charlotte was exposed to her grandmother’s boundless creativity and her grandfather’s corporate acumen. Unsurprisingly, she harnessed their wisdom and built an award-winning career in beauty that spans decades. In our conversation, Charlotte talked about her path to opening Hair Lounge, London’s premier afro texture-focused salon since 1999. From defending herself against racist bullies to using hair styling to grieve the loss of her mother, Charlotte’s incredible journey revealed that for her, hair was never just about beautification. 


Tune in as we discuss:

  • Her favorite Ghanian beauty practices and tools

  • How two decades of consistency have given her envious hair and skin

  • The fundamentals of healthy hair and why it all starts with the scalp

  • Hair threading as a practice that illuminates West African traditions

  • Why embracing our natural edges is imperative to our overall hair health

Products Mentioned:

Chantecaille Rice and Geranium Foaming Cleanser

Rose de Mai Face Oil

Manketti Oil Salt Scrub

Charlotte Mensah Paddle Brush

Manketti Oil Pomade


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Ep. 305: Beauty from Accra to London ft. Charlotte Mensah, Owner of Hair Lounge
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Ep. 304: Beauty Rant/Beauty Rave: A Hot Take on Luxury Skincare & Reluctant Erewhon Praise

Another edition of beauty rant and beauty rave, including a hot take about luxury skincare and my recently acquired membership to LA's Erewhon and why I was so reluctant to join the cult of this hyped upscale grocer. Tune in to hear my thoughts on:

  • How clinical research and development separates luxury brands from competitors 

  • The question of whether or not a product is 'worth it'

  • What a consistent skincare routine can do to transform your skin

  • Why Erewhon Goes beyond a grocery store and becomes an experience

Affordable productions mentioned: The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid, The Ordinary Glycolic Acid, Aveeno Foaming Cleanser, The Ordinary Seabuckthorn Oil, Inkey List Balm Cleanser, Paula's Choice Vitamin C (serum, cream), La Roche Posay Cream Cleanser, Paula's Choice SPF 50, La Roche Posay Cicaplast, La Roche Posay Dark Spot Corrector

Luxury Skincare I love: Vintner's Daughter Cleanser, May Lindstrom Blue Cocoon, Retrouve Eye Concentrate, Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream

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Ep. 303: Debunking Beauty Myths + Finding the Perfect SPF ft. Charlotte Palermino of Dieux Skincare

Tune in for a rerun of one of my favorite Naked Beauty episodes with Charlotte Palermino, co-founder of Dieux Skin and self-proclaimed skincare fairy godmother. This episode was all about unpacking and debunking ALL of the beauty rules that so many of us subscribe to. From daily exfoliation, to DIY skincare, to beauty regulations, there’s a lot to get into! 


Link to Products Mentioned: Ep.29: Esme BrownChemist Confessions Balm VoyageSkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3CeraVe RetinolBeautyStat Vitamin CL’Oreal Revitalift Vitamin Chanahana beauty Exfoliating Body BarCVS Clear Zinc SPF 50Dr. Loretta Antioxidant Sunscreen SPF 40Blue Lizard Mineral Sunscreen


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Ep. 302: Debriefing Our Conversation with Ms. Tina Knowles

We need to process together! Last week, we all heard the iconic Ms. Tina Knowles bless the Naked Beauty podcast with her wisdom, wit, life, and beauty knowledge. On this episode, Sir John and I sit back and unpack our takeaways from that intimate conversation. Tune in to hear all of the behind-the-scenes details, what resonated with us most, how Ms. Tina inspires both of us, and how it felt to interview such a pioneer for the culture.


Tune in to our recap as we discuss:

  • What Ms. Tina taught us about the value of hands-on experience 

  • Why a no gossiping rule ensures the sanctity of beauty spaces

  • How much of a role “hunger” and joy play in career advancement 

  • What it was about building confidence that drew Sir John to the beauty business

Watch the full episode with Ms. Tina Knowles on YouTube here 


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Ep. 301: How Ms. Tina Knowles Shapes Generational Beauty and Legacy

Ms. Tina has been infusing bold and beautiful Texas style into global pop culture for decades. Sir John and I talked to Ms. Tina about her successful career as a stylist, her beauty regimen, building Cécred, and the significance of early exposure to images of Black beauty and power. We learned how she carries her mother's lessons about honoring creativity in yourself and your children. She told us about how her decision to enter beauty school in her 30s led her to build Headliners, a successful salon that cultivated beauty in Houston’s most powerful women. Of course, we discussed how her lifelong journey to merge her interest in the aesthetics and science of haircare inspired Cécred.


Tune in as we discuss:

  • Why she believes that caring for Black hair is a revolutionary act of love

  • The rodeo’s influence on her family’s life through generations

  • Advice to younger stylists about building strong relationships with their clients

  • The beauty icons that inspired her early sense of style and beauty

  • The successes and challenges her team encountered while developing Cécred

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Ep. 301: Ms. Tina Knowles on Building Generational Legacies of Beauty
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Ep. 300: Behind The Curtain of the Met Gala ft. Chloe Malle, Nikki Nelms, Jawara Wauchope, Kristie Dash, and Sir John

It is almost time for the most iconic Monday of the year, the Met Gala. This week I spoke with several talented people in the beauty industry about their Met Gala prep, red carpet predictions, and what happens behind the scenes to make the magical event happen. Master hairstylists Nikki Nelms and Jawara Wauchope gave insight into how they build trust with clients like Janelle Monae, Solange, and Paloma Elsesser to create iconic looks. Chloe Malle and Kristie Dash discussed how social media has reshaped our access to the event and the celebrities who attend. Sir John and I talked about the harmony that talent and their glam teams must have to “build worlds.” Stay tuned until the end for a special announcement about an exciting creative partnership that I’m sure the Naked Beauty community will love.


Tune in to learn about how:

  • Chloe Malle manages Vogue.com’s global network of information in the weeks leading up to the event

  • Nikki Nelms’ intuition-led approach to Met Gala hair creates a bridge between talent and designer

  • Jawara Wauchope leans into the drama of the event to push his creative boundaries

  • Kristie Dash’s role at Meta helps keep us informed and engaged with our favorite beauty industry heavyweights

  • Sir John has learned why you can only take risks with the best talent

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@chloemalle

@nikkinelms

@jawaraw

@kristiedash 

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Ep. 299: Cyndia Harvey Lets Intuition Lead

Cyndia Harvey is the force behind some of the most iconic hairstyles in luxury runway and editorial campaigns. From lace baby hair at Mugler to screen-filling curls for Jacquemus, Cyndia takes creative risks because she knows that trusting the process always leads to success. During our conversation, Cyndia talked about cultivating this radical sense of self and trust by giving herself exactly what she needs. Whether it be a silent retreat at a secluded monastery or an escape from a turbulent home life, Cyndia has let her intuition lead her toward challenges and peace. 


Tune in as we discuss:

  • How attending beauty school at 16 years old saved her life

  • Behind-the-scenes moments from some of her “Greatest Hair Hits” 

  • Making peace with the many ways motherhood changed her life and career

  • The vision for This Hair of Mine, her scalp-focused hair company 

  • How her community of friends are supporting her journey as a single mother

HAIR: This Hair of Mine Serum, Dizziak Shampoo

FACE: Weleda Skin Food, Eadem Moisturizer, Black Girl Sunscreen, Dr. Jart Cream, Unseen Sunscreen, Lotion P50, Humanrace Humidifying Cream, Klur Gentle Matter Cleanser, Drunk Elephant C-Firma

MAKEUP: Mac Eyebrow Styler, Ami Cole Skin Tint 

FRAGRANCE: Ormaie 


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Ep. 299: Letting Intuition Lead ft. Hair Stylist Cyndia Harvey
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Ep. 298: Tarek Ali on Transforming Trauma into Empowerment as a Life Coach

Tarek Ali is no stranger to sharing his healing and trauma with the world. Tarek has been creating content online for over a decade as a YouTuber, advocate, author, writer, and healer. In a radically vulnerable approach to engaging online, Tarek’s audience has journeyed with him as he healed relationships with others and himself. This week we sat down to discuss how his initial goal of being seen, heard, and loved online blossomed into a career of healing and artistic expression.

Tune in to learn what Tarek thinks about:

  • Building creative trust in the elasticity of our ideas

  • Why normalizing conversations about sex is good for public health

  • How “cancellation” helped him confront unconscious biases

  • Balancing privacy and transparency as a very public online figure

  • How early traumatic experiences impacted his relationship with his body

  • Taking a preventative approach to skincare and wellness

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Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet 

Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you’re listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) 

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Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard

Follow Tarek: @tarekali

Ep. 298: Using Trauma as a Life Coach ft. Tarek Ali
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