Navigating Broken Beauty Standards ft. Candice Brathwaite-Aboderin

Welcome to another Beauty Rant/Beauty Rave, and this time I had to dedicate an entire episode to the beauty cycle I’m currently in the grips of: lash extensions. What started as a simple birthday set of lashes has turned into a whole lash journey and I unpack it all, lash blindness included. I go over some practical advice on maintaining extensions, discuss the importance of communicating effectively with lash techs, and suggest alternatives like lash serums and my favorite strip lashes.Shop all of the products mentioned in today's episode here: https://shopmy.us/collections/927424Rate, 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 :) Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our follow-up conversation Elaine and our mothers discuss the many lessons that motherhood teaches us about ourselves before and after giving birth. Elaine talked about the Birth Fund, and what spurred her to provide midwifery care to families across the U.S. She explained some of the differences between the traditional medical model and midwifery, which can provide lifesaving care that mends our maternal health crisis. This conversation illuminates how birth choice is critical for expecting mothers.Tune in as we discuss:What inspired Elaine Welteroth to start BirthFundWhy the midwifery care provided by Birth Fund is urgentElaine’s powerful home-birth storyHow Elaine learned that giving birth could be transformative and empowering if one is supported effectivelyLearn more about BirthfundRate, 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 topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow Elaine: @elainewelteroth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description: In this heartfelt episode of Naked Beauty, I sat down with Elaine Welteroth, an acclaimed journalist and founder of Birthfund, along with our iconic mothers for an intimate conversation about motherhood. Elaine and I are deep into our second pregnancies, a time that sparks a lot of reflection, so we thought it’d be great to reflect with the women who influenced us the most: our mothers. We explore the profound wisdom and self-care habits passed down from their mothers and hear their perspectives on what it takes to build a decades-long marriage. This episode is full of black maternal wisdom about love, identity, motherhood, and the invaluable support systems in our lives.Tune in as we discuss:The significance of choosing strong partners The challenges and rewards of balancing work and family Our mothers’ approaches to raising mixed-race and Black childrenHow parenthood has changed since our mothers had us 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 topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow Elaine: @elainewelteroth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I think self-love and happiness are habits” - Law RoachIn this episode of the Naked Beauty podcast, Sir John and I spoke with the one and only Image Architect Law Roach. We explore his remarkable journey in transforming celebrities into fashion icons, delving into his path from the south side of Chicago to styling stars like Zendaya, Celine Dion, and Megan Thee Stallion. We also discuss his new book, 'How to Build a Fashion Icon,' and emphasize the pivotal role of confidence. Law opens up about his creative process, the importance of building a personal brand and overcoming challenges within the fashion industry. He shares personal insights into his self-love and confidence journey, the mental health impacts of his career and when he feels most beautiful.Tune in as we discuss:Law’s new book, How to Build a Fashion Icon, and his key tips on cultivating confidence Law’s creative process and vision for his clients How Law approaches building his own personal brand Law’s top beauty favorites 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 topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow Sir John: @sirjohn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author, journalist, TV presenter, fellow podcaster and creator Candice Brathwaite-Aboderin is here on the pod and ready to talk through the evolution of her relationship with beauty. From her tomboy phase where she was completely uninterested in appearances, to her dancehall girl phase battling breakouts for the first time, to life as a mom helping her kids navigate anti-black beauty standards, Candice has seen and felt it all. Tune in as we discuss her beauty icons, favorite products, that signature shaved head, fighting fatphobic narratives, what to do when you’ve outgrown your social circle, and more. Enjoy! Purchase the Naked Beauty FragranceGet a sample of the Naked Beauty Fragrance Links to Products/Resources: La Roche Posay SPF, The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid, Dr. Sturm Dark Skin Tones Hyaluronic Acid, Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Mascara, Laura Mercier Loose Setting Powder, MAC (Nightmoth, Ruby Woo), Ren Balm Cleanser, Elemis Cleansing Balm, Dr. Dennis Gross Peel PadsJoin the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicRate, 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: @brookedevardFollow Candice: @candicebrathwaite Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brigette Romanek is an Architectural Digest-recognized interior designer who has furnished the homes you’ve likely drooled over on Instagram. Given my recent move and renovation journey, I’ve been dying to get her on the show, and just as I expected our conversation was spectacular. We delve into her self-taught journey, collaborations with high-profile clients like Gwyneth Paltrow and Beyoncé, and her philosophy of creating Livable Luxe. Brigette opens up about how her nomadic childhood influenced her aesthetic, the blend of functionality and beauty in her designs, and her signature use of layering and greenery. Tune in as we discuss:Brigette’s approach to crafting spaces that reflect her clients Brigette’s top tips for designing with impact in your own homeHow being a self-taught designer has impacted Bridget’s career The skincare products Bridget is using and loving 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 topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow Bridgette: @BrigetteRomanekProducts Mentioned:Goop Exfoliating ScrubGoop Body Oil Goop Bronzing OilGoop Lip Gloss Portrait of a Lady Frederic Malle Eccentric Molecules  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sir John and I had an incredible conversation with Robert Meyer, a skincare expert, and top Shiseido training executive. Robert talked with us about what his decades-long career, at some of the most influential beauty companies, has taught him about beauty and the consumer experience. Specifically, how Shiseido successfully translates 150 years of Japanese beauty history to consumers around the globe. We discussed how the brand meets the needs of more educated consumers, remains aware of specific generational interests, and meets rapidly changing sun protection needs. Our chat also focused heavily on Shiseido’s innovative cosmetic technologies, including 2500 patents, and how they merge science and nature to create such unique product offerings. Tune in as we discuss: How Shiseido’s research & development process highlights their global perspective The Japanese myths and oral histories that inspire Shiseido’s product developmentShiseido’s 20-year relationship with the Skin Cancer FoundationWhy deep sleep is such a significant step in any skincare routine Whether or not “fragrance-free” products are actually a mythProducts Mentioned:Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Shiseido Benefiance Wrinkle Smoothing CreamShiseido Sunscreens (Clear sunscreen stick, Oil-Free Mineral Sunscreen, VitaClear) Synchro Skin Self-Refreshing Foundation SPF 30Shiseido Bio-Performance Skin Filler Serum DuoShiseido Eudermine Essence 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 topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with us: @brookedevard x @sirjohn x @shiseido Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I had the incredible opportunity to travel to Zambia with my husband, son, and growing baby, and I couldn’t help but be mesmerized by all the beauty I saw. In this beauty dispatch from Zambia, you'll hear about the beauty insights I gained, from marveling at the local wildlife and skincare traditions to making Mongongo oil with the Booma Women’s Cooperative and of course, shopping in the local market.Tune in as I discuss:The beauty of the school children in Zambia and the impact of colonializationEverything I learned about birthing and skincare rituals in wildlifeThe benefits of Mongongo oil, which I tried my hand at making The delicious local food I got to try Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Booma Women’s Cooperative: 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 topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevard Brands & Products Mentioned Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trigger warning: We discuss emotional and physical abuse in this episode. In Part Two of our conversation with Jackie Aina, Sir John and I learned even more about what drives her. Jackie shared how she learned to enforce boundaries with her huge online community of supporters and how to engage with difficult topics. This led to an incredible discussion of her survival story, how her experiences inform her approach to helping others escape abusive environments, and her relationship non-negotiables. We also talked about her entrepreneurship journey, her management style and how she developed her fragrance business. And of course, couldn’t let Jackie leave without giving us some makeup tips! Tune in as we discuss: Signs of domestic and emotional abuse What she believes are the best ways to support abuse survivors\How she’s built her fragrance business Tried and true beauty secrets for long lasting wear in any climateWhy “knowing your face” ensures you always love your glamWhat are her most important skin care investmentsShop this episode on ShopMyShelfGodlwell Lagoom JamLancôme Teint Idole Ultra WearEstée Lauder Double WearBen Nye Final Seal Matte SealerONE/SIZE On ‘Til Dawn Setting Spray Kryolan Fixing SprayRate, 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 topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with us: @brookedevard x @sirjohn x @jackieainaBuy the Naked Beauty Fragrance Here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sir John and I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jackie Aina, the original YouTube It Girl turned entrepreneur and advocate. For the past 15 years Jackie has shaped conversations about Black women in beauty on every major social media platform. In part one of our conversation we talked to Jackie about what inspired her to create content initially and how having a presence online has changed over time. Jackie also talked about her relationship to beauty as a child, the strategy behind transitioning from beauty to lifestyle content, and how she sustains loving friendships IRL.Tune in as we discuss: Why Jackie still prefers longform contentHer experiences encountering colorism as a child without internalizing itHow to skillfully explore difficult topics with a diverse audience Ways to identify and recover from burnout Why you can’t have great friends without being oneShop this episode on ShopMyShelfRate, 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 topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with us: @brookedevard x @sirjohn x @jackieaina Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.