Naked Beauty

If you have yet to uncover the genius that is Olamide Olowe, you are in for a ride. As the co-founder of fast-growing Gen-Z beauty brand Topicals, Olamide and her co-founder Claudia Teng have tapped into their science backgrounds and personal experience with chronic skin conditions, all to create a brand that makes hyperpigmentation and eczema kind of fun...and, dare I say...hot? Tune in for an in...

“This country insists that our racial identity is beside the point, that it has nothing to do with being bullied, or passed over for promotion, or cut off every time we talk... It’s like being ghosted, I suppose, where, deprived of all social cues, I have no relational gauge for my own behavior. I ransack my mind for what I could have done, could have said...” - Cathy Park Hong in Minor Feelings L...

Jessica Matlin and Jennifer Sullivan, co-hosts of the award-winning podcast Fat Mascara , are here to remind us that beauty doesn’t always need to be taken so seriously. Sitting down with these two hilarious beauty editors to discuss our thoughts on being transparent about cosmetic surgery, interviewing celebrities in the beauty space, and 2021 beauty trends made for a truly fantastic episode that...

We have been living through this global pandemic for a year now, and I don’t know about you, but figuring out how to feel cute at home has definitely been a challenge. So of course, I had to turn to my fabulous Naked Beauty guests for advice. From Tamu McPherson’s ideas for lowkey elegant looks to Darian Symone’s tips on cozy fragrances, there’s something to help everyone hit the reset button this...

This week’s episode with my dear friend Amelia Glum could not have come at a more important time. As many of us navigate stress and mental health challenges throughout this pandemic, Amelia’s personal testimony of overcoming codependency, leaving a relationship that no longer served her, prioritizing spirit over ego, and embracing one’s inner child is SO IMPORTANT. It is a reminder to us all...

This episode with fashion editor and influencer Tamu McPherson of All the Pretty Birds is one that I have been looking forward to for a very long time! If Tamu’s bright clothing and short afro haven’t already graced your Instagram feeds, then you are definitely missing out. After growing up with a relentless love for fashion, Tamu spent years rising through the ranks of Milan’s fashion scene and n...

If there’s one thing LOOM CEO and co-founder Erica Chidi wants women to understand, it’s our own bodies. With a breadth of knowledge in reproductive and sexual health as well as nutrition, Erica’s approach to navigating womxn’s health is what we all need to be paying attention to. Whether it’s the relationship between food and our cycles or a period-friendly skincare routine, or her favorite natur...

We’re talking about the future of beauty on this episode! Esteemed beauty journalist Darian Symone is back with fresh takes on the beauty industry and its complicated relationship to both politics and pop culture. We talk about the fall of the Girl Boss era, how we expect brands to show up post-BLM, why every celebrity has a beauty line, what working out looks like now that we can’t go to the gym,...

Abena Boamah, founder of hanahana beauty, is back and we have so much to catch up on! Since our last interview, hanahana has blown up and continued to build upon its mission of disrupting the global beauty industry and uplifting women of color. Tune in for a discussion on Abena’s brand ideology, the joy of making your own beauty products, as well as a few hilarious quarantine tales. Links to Produ...

I am so happy to share that Naked Beauty is officially back! In this new year of beauty, self-love, and exploration, I want to start by discussing the power of setting your intentions. Whether it’s deciding to declutter that stash of products, or write down your annual goals, or simply to be present with your emotions, this is the time to manifest exactly what you want. So sit back, grab that pen...

Mavi was born 9/9/20 — which means I’m 6 weeks into my life as a new Mom! I wanted to record this episode for you all to share my labor and delivery experience, post-partum body thoughts, what it’s been like breastfeeding & more. We even share a little bit of Mavi’s current beauty routine! My husband & Mavi & my Mom join me for this very special episode. Enjoy!  Links to Products/...

When it comes to discussing her body, Bianca Sia isn’t afraid to get into it! Tune in for a hilarious and honest discussion on coming into your body, being sexualized as a young girl, and shutting down cat callers (all of all ages lol). Make sure to listen to our full episode [ Spotify , Apple Podcasts ] if you missed it!  Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet   Check...

When people ask me about my favorite podcasts, How Neal Feel almost immediately comes to mind. No, it has nothing to do with beauty or fashion, but that’s not the point. See, what makes this show so special is the dynamic between co-hosts comedian Neal Brennan and actress Bianca Sia. Which is exactly why this episode with Bianca was a dream come true! Not only did we dive into her experience on th...

Does self-care always involve a purchase? Can you get the benefits of collagen and retinol in a drink? Does the world really need butt masks? Beauty writer Jess Defino and I tackle these questions and more on this leftovers edition of the #nakedbeautypodcast. Make sure you listen to our full episode [ Spotify , Apple Podcasts ] if you missed it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

When it comes to streetwear, fashion, and beauty PR, Sandrine Charles is absolutely one to watch! After years of experience within the industry, she is finally starting her own agency, Sandrine Charles Consulting . And with Daily Paper, KNC Beauty, and Alife on her client list, it is clear that she’s bringing a number of cool kid brands along for the ride. But that’s not all. In the wake of George...

“We are living in a time when it is almost impossible to distinguish our own urges and our own sense of empowerment from the beauty standards we have been fed since birth”- Clean Beauty Writer Jess Defino This interview with beauty and wellness writer Jess Defino is one that you are going to want to listen to over and over again. TRUST. Whether your skincare routine is two steps or ten, beauty per...

My fellow beauty podcasters Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins from the show Breaking Beauty stopped by to talk about the evolution of the industry and the products that we need to be paying attention to. With years and years of experience as editors, these women have practically tried every product under the sun. Tune in for their favorite drugstore dupes and clean beauty swaps! Enjoy!  Links to...

When it comes to taking care of my skin and hair, finding the right products has always been extremely important to me. Tune in to discover the products that I return to again and again because they just work for me. These are my tried-and-true Holy Grails. Enjoy!  Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:  SKINCARE : Paula’s Choice BHA Liquid Exfoliant , Ashley Weatherford NB Episode , Shi...

“I want to be like the hood Carrie Bradshaw. With a dash of Naomi in the 90s and a sprinkle of Barbie.” - Kristen Noel Crawley of KNC Beauty  If Kristen Noel Crawley has yet to grace your feed with her stunning looks and highly Instagrammable beauty products, prepared to be BLESSED. After years working as a beauty writer for Elle , Crawley is now killing the game with her incredibly succ...

“I’ve always known that I was a female. Folks always ask ‘How did you know?’ It just was. It just is.” — Angelica Torres, NYC-native, lover of bathtubs and glitter, speaking about her experience being assigned the wrong gender at birth. We cover SO much in this episode. From female rappers like Cardi B, Nicki Minaj and Azalea Banks, to identifying as a Trans woman at work. From RuPaul’s problemati...

With her unforgettable wit, humor, and beauty, Gabrielle Union truly needs no introduction. Her roles in Bring It On , Bad Boys II , and Being Mary Jane made her a household name that has inspired so many young black girls over the past two decades. For this truly ICONIC episode, Gabrielle and I discussed everything, from her life as a mom to being a Black woman in Hollywood. We were also joined b...

“It’s great to do this kind of makeup on yourself everyday for no reason.”- Donni Davy, Euphoria ’s Head Makeup Artist For her official podcast debut, I had the honor of sitting down with Donni Davy AKA the makeup mastermind behind HBO’s Euphoria . If you’ve been watching this unforgettable show for the past year, or if your social media feed has continuously been flooded with looks that can...

I never thought the day would come but I’ve been forced to give up my beloved sweets until the rest of my pregnancy. Being diagnosed with gestational diabetes has been quite the eye opener and I’m adjusting to a sugar-free & low-carb ketogenic diet slowly but surely! Tune in to hear the journey so far. Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet   Check out nakedbeautypodcas...

Social media has bred this idea that you get out of college and you are this superstar...It gives off this perception that you don’t need to put in the work anymore. - Naomi Elizée, Vogue Editor and Podcast Host When I think of Naomi Elizée, the first word that comes to mind is hustler . Even from age 7, Vogue ’s Associate Market Editor could not help but dream of her future career. And by the tim...

I stopped wanting to be a pretty girl. I wanted a beauty, and that really does start from the inside.- the bright and beautiful artist Kirby No one evokes love and positivity quite like this week’s guest: Kirby. The singer, songwriter, and activist sat down with me for an extremely honest conversation on her now viral video “How to Make A Non Racist Breakfast,” which led the Aunt Jemima brand and...