Naked Beauty

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: Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple 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 :) Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelf Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow each guest: @chloemalle @nikkinelms @jawaraw @kristiedash @sirjohn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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: 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 Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you’re listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelf Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow Cyndia: @cyndiaharvey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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: Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple 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 :) Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelf Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow Tarek: @tarekali Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kendra Bracken-Ferguson knows that Black beauty brands and their founders need capital and community to circumvent systemic racism at the heart of venture capital funding. As the Founder and CEO of Braintrust Founders Studio Kendra uses her experience identifying talent and innovation to provide companies the support they require to succeed. In this episode, Karen and I explore how her legacy of building digital communities guided her toward her professional “North Star” and how we might do the same. Tune in to learn what Kendra thinks about: Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple , Shop Kendra's Favorite Products Mentioned in the episode here 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 :) Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelf Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow Karen: @kendrabrackenferguson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During our initial conversation, Erica Chidi shared so much knowledge about intimacy, wellness, and how to develop positive sexual experiences with our partners and ourselves. That conversation led us to discuss some common myths about sex and vaginal health. Tune in as we discuss: Vote for Naked Beauty for Best Indie Podcast at The Webbys, Shop Erica's Favorite Products Here. Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple 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 :) Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelf Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow Erica @ericachidi x @learnwithloom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Our culture isn’t designed for intimacy or time with your partner…it’s about capitalism.” To have positive experiences with sex and intimacy Erica Chidi knows that we have to “keep in contact” with our bodies. Erica is a Wellbeing Guide and the CEO & Founder of Loom, an app that provides reliable information about women’s reproductive health. It was so interesting to learn about how our sex education never really stops and where we can turn for more information. Tune in to learn more about what Erica thinks about: Shop Erica's favorite skincare here: Shop my Shelf Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple 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 :) Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelf Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow Erica @ericachidi x @learnwithloom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring beyond the limits of topical beauty treatments, and into the world of cosmetic technology can often feel daunting, or even deceptive in today’s social media landscape. So, I wanted to use this episode to break through the clutter and take you all on an audio tour of an increasingly popular treatment: PRFM or PRP. For those who may not be familiar, PRFM stands for Platelet -Rich Fibrin Matrix. It, along with PRP (Platlet-Rich Plasma) - referenced by Dr. Nanaa Boakye - have been making headlines for its ability to naturally regenerate collagen and thicken skin using one’s own blood. Having been most curious about using PRP to treat dark under eye circles, I headed over to THE Vanessa Lee at The Things We Do for a high quality and educational experience. Tune in to hear more about PRFM and PRP, and what to consider before your next big beauty treatment. Link to Products/Resources: The Things We Do, 30+ skincare (Reddit), SkincareAddiction (Reddit), Dr. Nanaa Boakye Episode, This is What It’s Really Like to Dissolve Your Filler (Allure) Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic. Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you’re listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"My Skin Didn't Start To Change Until I Changed The Energy Around Me." - Alicia Keys, Grammy-award winning artist, beauty entrepreneur and today's Naked Beauty podcast guest! I could not have been more excited for this interview! With braids and makeup choices that have influenced beauty culture for decades, I had the opportunity to go deep with Alicia about her own self-care practice. Tune in as we dive deep into: Keys Soulcare I left this conversation with entirely new perspective and feeling so grateful for her perspective and commitment to living her life with balance and purpose. Shop all of her favorite products here. Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelf Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow Keys Soulcare: @keyssoulcare Follow Alicia Keys: @aliciakeys Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So often, what we define as “wellness” in today’s world, can end up feeling like an expensive and unnecessary set of demands that leave us drained rather than fulfilled. Fortunately, health coach Daphne Javitch is here for real talk on how to feel more (as she puts it) “resourced”. After a long and painful journey with endometriosis, Daphne was inspired to better understand her body and how to thrive in hectic conditions that are far from ideal. Tune in to hear how she navigated and continues to navigate this journey as well as her thoughts on: Products/ Resources Mentioned: Skincare: Marie Veronique (barrier restore serum, barrier lipid complex), Furtuna Skin (Nightly Renewal Cream, Replenishing Balm) Supplements: Mary Ruth’s (Morning MultiVitamin, Nighttime Multi Mineral), Seed Probiotics, Wooden Spoon Magic Magnesium Spirulina Powder, Epsom Salt for Baths) Resources: Daphne Javitch’s Doing Well. Naked Beauty Listeners get a 1-week free trial with this link. Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelf Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow Daphne: @doingwell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before there was a “clean” beauty movement, there was Indigenous beauty. Before sustainability and naturally-derived ingredients were cool, there was Indigenous beauty. Jenn Harper, Founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty, is here to remind us that Indigenous culture’s contributions to beauty have always been and continue to be at the center of this industry. Tune in as we discuss her: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After months of eager anticipation, Beyoncé, Ms.Tina Knowles and a team of hardworking experts have delivered on arguably one of the most important celebrity beauty ventures that we’ve seen in a long time: Cécred (pronounced “sacred”). Having received an invite to attend the debut of this haircare line and going home with all of the products, tune in hear me break down: look Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“It feels like love is being stitched into your head” When it comes to Black beauty culture, braiding is arguably one of the most important rituals that we can participate in. Not only is it a form of wearable art, but it’s a way to build relationship and community with others. Tune in as I sit down with Naked Beauty producer Mbiye Kasonga and soon-to-be Douse founder Utibe Mbagwu to discuss their favorite braiding styles, what makes for an incredible braiding experience, braiding etiquette, braiding as a form of technology and luxury, and the value of having a good relationship with your braider. Enjoy! Shop the episode here. Use code Brooke20 for 20% off Ami Cole, Skin-Enhancing Foundation Stick Here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I had been waiting for her to 36 years…there was a lot to say.” - Crystal Anderson 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” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of my favorite things about traveling is exploring another culture or society through the lens of beauty. As founder of global and evergrowing 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic. Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you’re listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard Follow Dr. Boakye: @drnaanaboakye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Link to products here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description: 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: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 JonesDr. Ranella HirschDr. Elyse LoveDr. Shereene Idriss Enjoy! You can shop all of my favorite skincare here: https://shopmy.us/nakedbeautyplanet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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? Naked Beauty x Garin RobeLessons in Style & Motherhood ft. Telsha Anderson-Boone, TATelsha Anderson-Boone Wore a Dance-Ready Danielle Frankel Design for Her Miami Wedding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description: 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: Links to Products/Resources: Refinery29: “Black Don’t Crack” Almost Kept Me From Getting Fillers, “The Super Models” The Wonderful World of Sir John - The artist is redefining Hollywood beauty—and beyond. https://coveteur.com/sir-john-closet-home-tour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.