Naked Beauty

This episode begins with my thoughts on this year’s red carpet: the beauty looks that made an impact and the moments I wish had more impact! And yes, we get into Kim Kardashian’s look and the diet conversation that it brought on. I also share why I wore what I wore to the Met Gala after party. Then I am joined by 26-year old photographer Flo Ngala with an *exclusive* interview where she shares her...

As the beauty industry continues to embrace ingredients like turmeric, ashwagandha, and amla, the history of Southeast Asian beauty as a whole must be recognized and appreciated. This is one of the many reasons why I was so happy to speak with Ranavat ’s Michelle Ranavat, who sat down to discuss her unlikely path to becoming Sephora’s very first Southeast Asian beauty brand founder. Tune in as she...

I don't want to be booked and busy, I want to be well-rested and moderately scheduled! A WORD! This is a very timely episode since I've been feeling over-scheduled and burnout is never cute! Some of the resources mentioned in this episode: The Nap Ministry A Poem about the Soft Life Gen Z Does not dream of Labor Article Thank you for listening and for your support and my DMs are always open on @na...

In honor of Mother’s Day, tune in for a special updated interview between myself, my mother, and my grandmother along with an exciting new announcement that our family has been featured in Tiffany's beautiful Mother's Day campaign! This episode is all about learning to grow into one’s confidence and feeling beautiful across every stage of life. Enjoy! Links to Products/Resources Mentioned: Macys.c...

Tune in for an incredibly thought-provoking conversation with THE Janelle Monáe, presented by Martell Blue Swift and Acast Creative! This conversation was deep from start to finish! We discuss her relationship with beauty as a young girl, her style evolution, affection for Afrofuturism and sci-fi, doing her own hair and makeup at the start of her career and you know I had to get all of her skincar...

Back on the mic for this new episode format I’m trying out! Thanks for always showing love @nakedbeautyplanet is the community on IG and you can find me on @brookedevard! If you’re loving the pod, take the time to leave a rating + a review!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Strategic Advisor Zara Rahim knows that whether it’s one's career or relationship to beauty, giving yourself grace can ultimately become your greatest strength. Tune in as we discuss her career working at The White House, Vogue , and for THE Mariah Carey, as well as her journey to falling in love with her features as a South Asian woman, the best SPF for melanin-rich skin tones, and so much more....

Trying something new! A super casual check in with you all where I share a beauty rant and beauty rave. Let me know if you all like these and I'll keep them up! You can always DM me on @nakedbeautyplanet :) Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tune in for a fabulous conversation with NuFACE co-founder Tera Peterson who breaks down the brand’s origin story, the difference between microcurrent and other skincare technologies, getting through the FDA clearance process, reaching those who are skeptical of the NuFACE products, and so much more. Enjoy! Links to Products/Resources Mentioned: NuFACE (use code NF-BROOKE15), Dr. Andrew Jacono , h...

Deja Riley’s energy is so infectious that you truly won’t be able to hold back a smile with this week’s episode. As a fitness ambassador, creator, trainer, and businesswoman, Deja finds small ways to protect her peace and to make working out a celebratory experience for all. Tune in as we discuss her past career as a backup dancer for Beyoncé and Lady Gaga, her mental health journey, opinion on D...

Amidst today’s flood of beauty information and misinformation, Paula’s Choice Deb Kilgore is here to help us break through the noise. As the Global Director of Skin Care Knowledge, Deb understands that skincare comes down to three things: patience, managing expectations, and knowledge. We discuss hyperpigmentation, gold standard acne ingredients, ingredients to avoid, and more. Enjoy!  Links...

TV and film writer Hunter Harris stops by to discuss her substack Hung Up , interviewing Julia Fox amid her whirlwind romance with Kanye, working on the Gossip Girl reboot, and of course her beauty routine. As the world of media shifts to prioritize content and creators over traditional platforms, Hunter is a prime example of a writer who is telling stories on her own terms! Ami Colĕ Lip Oil , Hum...

Milk Makeup’s co-founder and creative director Georgie Greville is the type of leader that’s always looking to learn and evolve. Whether it comes to expanding her artistic horizons or diversifying the beauty industry, she is in a constant state of growth that you cannot help but pay attention to. Tune in for our wonderful conversation on her beauty inspirations, career journey, bathing routine, na...

goop’s Senior Beauty Editor Megan O’Neill understands that “clean beauty” is an ambiguous term. In fact when she first started working at goop, she didn’t completely buy into the concept herself. But these days, no matter how people choose to define clean, Megan knows one thing: it works. Tune in for an honest discussion on the affordability of clean beauty, mineral sunscreens that actually work f...

Tune in for a very timely revisit of my interview with Donni Davy, Euphoria ’s Head Makeup Artist and the soon-to-be creator of her own makeup line, Half Magic . Now, if your social media feed has continuously been flooded with looks that can only be described as “glamorous Gen-Z doom” over the past two years, then you know that Euphoria is a big deal. HUGE. And through this show, Donni has helped...

As the Strategy/Partnerships Creator Lead for Beauty and DE&I at YouTube and as social media’s “Glow Expert,” Chanel Tyler not only knows the ins and outs of today’s beauty world, but has a keen sense for where it is headed. We sat down to discuss her career journey, our experiences with beauty while studying at Spelman, bringing more Black women into the luxury beauty market, and so much more...

Vintage Black Glamour ’s Nichelle Gainer sits down with me to discuss THE forever beauty icon, Josephine Baker. We discuss her life as a Black American in Paris, friendships with artists and intellectuals, affairs, films, work as a beauty influencer (before the word “influencer” was even a real word), speech at the March on Washington, and so much more. As we kick off the first week of Black Histo...

This conversation with Vanessa Rissetto will make you rethink your entire relationship with food! After experiencing fluctuations in her own weight, Vanessa set out to understand her relationship with food, and ultimately became a registered dietician. Today, she has not only been named as one of the top five Black nutritionists by Essence magazine, but stands proud as the founder of Culina Health...

Still confused about what an NFT (non-fungible token) is and how to buy or sell one? Curious about how the Metaverse applies to beauty? On this Naked Beauty minisode, Beauty reporter Darian Harvin and I dive into these technologies and how they could influence the future of beauty culture. We question whether the Metaverse should be aspirational or realistic, discuss how Darian sold her first NFT(...

One of my favorite Beauty reporters, Darian Harvin, is back on Naked Beauty at the top of 2022 to discuss her personal journey with skincare during this pandemic, the various shifts she has seen in beauty culture and news, and the ways in which more women are finding financial freedom and elevation within the beauty economy. Enjoy! Links to Products/Resources Mentioned: Topicals Faded , Clarins Hy...

Diets are one of the most problematic and disturbing traps of beauty culture. As we head into this new year and consider what our resolutions might be, I want to address this topic and my own relationship and awareness around dieting growing up. Meal planning, cutting sugar, tracking calories, cutting carbs — all of it is a slippery slope towards an unhealthy and unsustainable relationship with fo...

Turning the tables to interview you all - my amazing listeners and members of the Nked Beauty community! I cannot believe I am celebrating FIVE years of Naked Beauty conversations. It hasn’t always been easy but SO worth it when I hear this show is helping others. Sit back, relax, and tune in to hear from thirteen fabulous and inspiring members of the Naked Beauty community.  We cover everyth...

Jocelyn Biga, Estée Lauder’s Director of Global Pro Artistry, is here just in time for the holidays - a season where so many of us can become overwhelmed by gifting, traveling, or simply trying to nail down the perfect makeup look. Tune in for Jocelyn’s take on breaking into the beauty industry, shopping for skincare at Duty Free, applying makeup that will actually stay on your face, and so much m...

With decades of experience treating a range of complexions, Dr. Elena Jones is - in my humble opinion - THE BEST. From newborns to 100 year-olds, to celebrities like Pharrell (*gag*), to regulars like yours truly, Dr. Jones has seen it all. And after having visited Dr. Jones at her Upper East Side practice for over 15 years, this 2019 episode packed with all of her skincare wisdom seemed worth sha...

“To live a life fully connected makes the small issues not seem so big” - Rosie Acosta Tune in for this minisode with yoga, meditation, and mindfulness instructor Rosie Acosta where we discuss the difference between stress and anxiety, the power of saying NO, the value of living a fully connected life, and the danger of “mentally preparing” yourself for trauma. Trust me, you aren’t going to want t...