Ep.289: The Transformative Power of Love: A Brooklyn Love Story ft. Crystal Anderson and Kiesh Herman
The relationship between love and beauty is an inseparable one. Whether it is self-love or love for another human being, beauty is almost always the end result. Producer Crystal Anderson and her partner Kiesh Herman couldn’t be a more exemplary model of this truth. Tune in as we discuss the evolution of their relationship, from meeting on Instagram to motherhood with a newborn; learning to embrace their fundamental differences; working together; and memorializing their love.
Links to Products/Resources: Ep.46: Baby Hairs & Mental Health Ft. Crystal Anderson, Refinery29 “Loving A Black Woman Is A Privilege”
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Ep.288: Traveling Through the Lens of Beauty ft. Violette
One of my favorite things about traveling is exploring another culture or society through the lens of beauty. As founder of global and ever-growing makeup brand Violette FR, I knew that Violette would also have a rich perspective on this topic. Tune in as we discuss her favorite cities, how to protect your skin while traveling and how she derives inspiration from the countries that she visits.
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Ep.287: Words of Wisdom from a Lifestyle Dermatologist ft. Dr. Naana Boakye
As the beauty industry continues to overload the market with new products and new “problems”, dermatologists like Dr. Naana Boakye are becoming even more essential to the skincare conversation. Having coined the term “lifestyle dermatology”, Dr. Boakye strongly believes that stress, diet, exercise, and all of our daily habits show up on the skin. Tune in as we discuss how to optimize your nutritional and emotional habits, combatting Alopecia, serving as the chief medical officer for A-Frame Brands and more.
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Ep.286: Playing with Pigments and Betting on Yourself ft. Violette of Violette FR
MUA, creator, and businesswoman Violette has built a reputation as one of the most hardworking and dedicated women in the beauty industry - and for good reason. Despite having no formal training, at just 19 years old, Violette had the vision to create one-of-a-kind pigments and to build a career on her own terms. Today, the red lipsticks, blue eyeshadows, and serums found within her eponymous brand are unlike anything I have ever seen. Tune in to hear how she fell in love with color and art as a young girl, how she built her hustle as an MUA, why diversity is so critical to her brand, her relationship with beauty as a mother of two, and more.
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Ep.285: Redefining Our Relationship With Alcohol ft. Amelia Glum, Khadi A. Oluwatoyin, and Mélanie Masarin
As many of us jump into the new year with high hopes of reevaluating and shifting our daily habits, my relationship with alcohol has been top of mind. While drinking has always been in the background of my social and professional life, its side effects have never been particularly enjoyable. And after moving to LA, now more than ever, I’m questioning its necessity. If you find yourself in a similar boat, this conversation with three women navigating their relationship to alcohol and creating spaces and alternatives to allow us all to do the same may be just what you need. Tune into my conversations with Amelia Glum, Khadi A. Oluwatoyin of Sober Black Girls Club, and Mélanie Masarin of Ghia to discuss:
* Being mindful of your alcohol triggers
* Breaking out of the relationship you’ve established with alcohol in college
* Reframing what “drinking” looks like without alcohol
* …and more!
Ep.284: Skincare Advice From All Your Favorite Derms ft. Drs. Hirsch, Jones, Love and Idriss
Over the years, I’ve had the pleasure of hosting a number of world-renowned dermatologists that can speak to the common skincare issues that we all face. From addressing hyperpigmentation to creating a solid routine with products that work for your skin type, we discuss it all. Tune in as we tune back to interviews with:
Dr. Elena Jones on hyperpigmentation, Botox and fillers
Dr. Ranella Hirsch on the danger of demonizing certain skincare ingredients
Dr. Elyse Love on the importance of finding joy in your skincare routine
Dr. Shereene Idriss on skincare as bodycare
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Ep.283: How to Be a Cool [Fill in the Blank] ft. Telsha Anderson-Boone, TA
The conversation continues with Telsha Anderson-Boone, who discusses how she manifested her perfect cool bride look. As we step into 2024, what vision of your elevated self do you want to achieve in the new year?
Ep.282: Sir John’s Masterclass on How Beauty is a Feeling, Alignment and Advocacy
While many can easily identify Sir John as makeup artist to some of the most influential women in the world, few know exactly how he got there and - perhaps even more interestingly - how he’s managed to stay grounded through it all. With a name that’s fit for a king, one could argue that Sir John was destined for a career focused on highlighting the power and the beauty that surrounds him. Tune in for an incredibly intimate interview where we discuss:
* His mother’s encouragement of his artistry from a young age
* Sir John’s drive and work ethic to make it as a makeup artist in New York City.
* How influences like Sam Fine, Charlotte Tilbury, and Pat McGrath skyrocketed his career
* Advocating for diversity and inclusion within the beauty industry
* The importance of protecting your mental health and amplifying your authentic voice.
Links to Products/Resources: Refinery29: “Black Don’t Crack” Almost Kept Me From Getting Fillers, “The Super Models”
Ep.281: Lessons in Style & Motherhood ft. Telsha Anderson-Boone, TA
Fashion founder, owner and buyer Telsha Anderson-Boone wasn’t what the industry expected. But as it turns out, she was exactly what it needed. After seeing a lack of curated brick and mortar experiences for up-and-coming labels, Telsha opened T.a. down in New York’s Meatpacking district. Now, three years later, Telsha is a mom, wife and LA transplant ready to expand her brand in new and refreshing ways. Tune in as we discuss being one of very few Black women within her profession, how dating her husband encouraged her to take more fashion risks, the effects of motherhood on mind and body, and so much more.
Ep.280: Beauty Worth Investing In ft. Sarah Brown, Executive Director of Violet Grey
Sarah Brown, Executive Director of Violet Grey and former Vogue Beauty Editor, has been a staple in the world of beauty editorial and brand curation. Even when I was an intern at Vogue, I was truly in awe of her work and sense of style. Tune in to hear us discuss growing up in New York, her journey to the beauty industry , her infamous article “What’s My Era?”, what goes into the Violet Code behind Violet Grey, what brands she’s falling in love with these days and more.
279: A Guide to Buying, Burning, and Falling in Love with Your Next Candle ft. Sir Candle Man
After falling in love with a luxurious candle on a trip to a Paris, Kudzi Chikumbu’s love for the story and thought behind candles was born. Now, through his social media persona of “Sir Candle Man”, Kudzi is considered an expert within the candle and fragrance space, sharing his tips and tricks for finding the perfect product with the world. Tune in as we discuss how he has used social media as a creative outlet how to optimize your candle’s usage, diversity within the fragrance industry, his thoughts on the upcoming Naked Beauty fragrance and more.
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Ep.278: The Beauty of Gratitude: Cashmere Robes, Indigenous Communities and the Premiere of Renaissance: a film by Beyoncé
Fresh from my trip back in New York, I reflect on all that’s happened this week. My very first Naked Beauty product has launched! I designed the ultimate cashmere robe for self-care with Garin. Designing this robe with my good friend Negarin has been many months in the making and every little detail was considered to make this piece a true luxury. I’m happy to share we’re offering international shipping on this limited-edition item and a handful of discount codes are still active if you enter code Brooke15 at checkout.
After a few days in the city, we transitioned to Sag Harbor where I’ve grown up visiting my whole life. I was honored to get the opportunity to speak to and learn from the people of the Shinnecock Nation, the Native Territory of the Indigenous Americans of Southampton. I was able to sit down with the chairman of Shinnecock Nation, Brian Polite, and hear his perspective on Thanksgiving and their unique native culture. And if this week wasn’t full enough, I landed in LA and went straight to the world premiere of Renaissance: a film by Beyonce! Tune in to hear my experience at the premiere and takeaways from the film.
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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.
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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.
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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
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