Naked Beauty

When she was a baby, Deepica Mutyala was exposed to the cultural significance of eyeliner. While the eyeliner was swiped behind her ear for spiritual protection, this and other cultural beauty rituals would shape her future in beauty. Growing up in an immigrant family, Deepica felt the pressure to pursue a stable career that would help her achieve the American Dream. She explains why she is so grateful for her parents' support when she decided to take an unconventional approach, even when they didn’t fully understand how vlogging would pay the bills. Eventually, she built Live Tinted, a business that healed her inner teen, who wanted to fit in with her blonde and blue-eyed peers in Texas.In 2015, Deepica shared a viral video showing how she hid dark circles. She built a community around that momentum and later committed to developing products that met their needs. In her work, Deepica became the representation of South Asians that she had always wanted for a global community of followers, who later became customers. She drew on her early experiences watching her mom repurpose makeup that hadn’t been made with her in mind to create easy-to-use and multifunctional products that sell every 3 minutes. Listen to learn more about how Deepica’s thoughtful approach to beauty has led her from the Today Show to having a custom Barbie, and how it feels to have built the business she grew up needing. Tune in as we discuss:How she got beauty icon Bobbi Brown to become an early investor in Live TintedWhy taking six years to perfect the Live Tinted shade range was worth itHow being ambitious and successful in L.A. impacts her dating lifeWhich products she uses to achieve her 5-minute date night faceWhy everyone should experience the beauty of an Indian weddingRate, 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 Chriselle @deepicaProducts Mentioned: Tatcha The Camellia Cleansing OilBeautyStat Universal Microbiome Barrier Balancing CleanserLive Tinted SUPERHUE Hyperpigmentation Serum StickLive Tinted SUPERHUE Brightening Eye CreamTatcha The Dewy CreamDieux Instant Angel Lipid & Peptide-Rich Moisturizer + Barrier Repair

Shani Hillian’s holistic skincare journey began in her grandmother’s garden, where fresh-cut aloe was the go-to balm for skin issues. Now, with over 17 years of experience as an esthetician, she leverages her roots in holistic skincare to create rituals that restore balance for herself and her clients. Shani shared her experience of transitioning from hair styling to skincare, influenced by her modeling career, and discussed the importance of simple, effective skincare routines. Our conversation also covered Shani’s experience with pregnancy-related hair loss and her tips for skin-friendly nutrition, emphasizing balance rather than strict restrictions. And I couldn’t let Shani leave without getting all her expert skincare tips. She explained the benefits of oil cleansers, how to find non-comedogenic oils, and the philosophy behind her minimalist approach to skincare. She also discussed the impact of lifestyle habits, such as exercise and nutrition, on skin health. This episode highlights the importance of understanding individual skin types and the value of holistic, well-balanced beauty routines.Tune in for…(01:43) Shani's holistic beauty journey(02:25) Her Jamaican beauty rituals and family influence(09:13) The importance of a simple skincare routine(21:36) Dairy and skin health(28:13) Fermented foods for gut health(29:29) Modeling and body positivity(32:08) Lymphatic drainage and dry Brushing(34:38) Sweating for Glowing SkinProducts Mentioned:In Groove Oil CleanserEpilogic True Calm CleanserInner Sense Hair Products: Shampoo, Conditioner, Gel L'Oreal Curl Expression MousseLa Roche-Posay Cleanser Sliq Deep ConditionerCaudalie Cleanser 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 Shani: @shanihillian

Dr. Anna Malaika Tubbs knows that the power of women’s activism can change the course of history. In Three Women she explored how Berdis Baldwin, Alberta King, and Louise Little’s motherly love prepared their sons to become renowned activists. This week, we’re chatting about her new book, Erased: What American Patriarchy Has Hidden from Us. In it, Dr. Tubbs explores how our Founding Fathers enshrined patriarchy into law, with the intention of building a nation for men. During our conversation, we discussed how American patriarchy extends into every part of our lives, including our beauty choices. Dr. Tubbs was raised as a confident globetrotter. Her time spent traveling the world informed how she viewed herself and how beauty standards varied across cultures. She shared that despite positive affirmations from her family about her intelligence and beauty, self-confidence wasn’t always modeled. She regained a strong sense of confidence in college and began to consider why patriarchal beauty standards rely on us hating ourselves. She would come to explore how American culture shapes meaning about women and the limited choices that women have been offered historically in Erased. Her curiosity and knowledge led us seamlessly through conversations about how she models confidence for her children, why technology reproduces existing beauty standards, and why weight loss trends tell us very little about health. Dr. Tubbs reminds us that while we should be aware of patriarchy’s influence on our choices, we are not powerless.Tune in as we discuss:The book that helped shape her understanding of patriarchy in the U.S.Who tried to prevent the Founding Fathers from excluding women from the ConstitutionWhat history tells us about women beautifying themselves without male inputThe relationship between facial dysmorphia and ageismImagining a better future for ourselves and our children

When Chriselle Lim started blogging 18 years ago, she didn’t know she was building a career in what would become the most powerful industry today. During our conversation, Chriselle talks about watching the influencer industry develop from within, and how it led her to the most unexpected places. Growing up in Northern California and Korea, Chriselle felt pressured by national beauty standards, neither of which she thought she quite met. With limited Asian American representation in popular culture, she turned to fashion to project an air of confidence. She became the representation she always wanted as her digital audience grew.Her success in creatively directing her online presence resulted in an opportunity to join Phlur as co-owner and creative director. As with her own style, she merged her passion for storytelling with a beautiful product and helped turn the fragrance brand into one of the most popular on the market. Her impeccable taste and close attention to what fans want have led to Phlur’s placement in 500 Sephoras and other international retailers. During her rising professional success, Chriselle went through a divorce. Again, she turned to her creativity to project closeness and confidence in her life, which led to the development of Phlur’s hero scent, Missing Person. Her talent and storytelling led to a 250,000-person waitlist of people who resonated with Chriselle’s visionary approach to scent and story.Tune in as we discuss:(4:16) What her beauty experiences were like as an Asian American teen(7:08) What led her to dissolve her facial fillers (27:30) Her scent predictions for the future(43:34) The books she can’t get enough of 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 Chriselle @chrisellelim

Ms. Tina has been infusing bold and beautiful Texas style into global pop culture for decades. Sir John and I talked to Ms. Tina about her successful career as a stylist, her beauty regimen, building Cécred, and the significance of early exposure to images of Black beauty and power. We learned how she carries her mother's lessons about honoring creativity in yourself and your children. She told us about how her decision to enter beauty school in her 30s led her to build Headliners, a successful salon that cultivated beauty in Houston’s most powerful women. Of course, we discussed how her lifelong journey to merge her interest in the aesthetics and science of haircare inspired Cécred.Tune in as we discuss:Why she believes that caring for Black hair is a revolutionary act of loveThe rodeo’s influence on her family’s life through generationsAdvice to younger stylists about building strong relationships with their clientsThe beauty icons that inspired her early sense of style and beautyThe successes and challenges her team encountered while developing CécredRate, 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

Sofie Pavitt’s pivot from a 15-year career as a fashion designer to becoming NYC’s Acne Whisperer was in the works well before her official career change. While she was traveling to Seoul for her fashion job, she was introduced to innovative skincare products and treatments. This exposure planted a seed that would eventually lead her onto the shelves of every Sephora in the U.S.After spending a year becoming a certified facialist while working full-time, Sofie left her career in fashion to do facials for her friends and industry contacts. As her client list grew, she created space for them in Sofie Pavitt Studio. In our conversation, she details why her studio is not a spa and how working with clients helps her make the most effective acne-treating products. Sofie’s career journey is a testament to not being afraid of pursuing new dreams.Tune in as we discuss:Why she works a weekly shift at a dermatologist’s officeHer take on popular ingredients like mandelic and hypochlorous acid The rules for popping pimples at homeWhat she hopes her entrepreneurial journey teaches her childrenWhy her brand had to be her namesakeRate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet 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 Sofie @sofiepavittProducts Mentioned: Ultra Violette Supreme SkinDr. Idriss Major Fade Disco Block iS Clinical Extreme Protect Ciele blush & PROTECT, tint & PROTECTDr. Jart Premium BB Tinted MoisturizerTower28 Powder BlushFara Homidi Essential Lip CompactVIOLETTE_FR Bisou BalmCrown Affair Finishing Hair Gel, Dry ShampooRŌZ Milk Hair SerumDanessa Myricks Colorfix Stix

After 350-plus episodes of Naked Beauty, it’s time to reflect on the key truths I’ve learned from our wonderful guests. In this episode, I share three vital beauty lessons I've learned from extensive conversations with makeup artists, dermatologists, celebrities, and scientists. These lessons include the power of intentional self-presentation, the significance of a consistent skincare routine, and the connection between beauty and meaningful interactions. Join me in this heartfelt reflection on beauty and self-expression.What have you learned from 350+ episodes of Naked Beauty? Let us know at nakedbeautypodcast@gmail.com! 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: @brookedevard

We're revisiting one of our favorite episodes this week. As the Senior Research & Education Manager at Paula’s Choice, Desiree Stordahl believes that skincare is nothing without the ingredients that define it. After growing up with a harsh-is-better approach to acne, Storedahl decided to abandon the SeaBreeze pads and take on a more thoughtful approach to beauty. She picked up a copy of Paula Begoun’s Beauty Bible, and the rest is history! Today, Storedahl not only understands her own skin, but is able to help so many others through her extensive dermatological research. Tune in for an extremely informative discussion on up-and-coming skincare ingredients, hormonal acne, and breaking into the beauty industry!Links to Products/Resources Mentioned:SKINCARE: 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, Paula’s Choice Articles, Peptide Booster , Niacinamide 20%, Beautypedia.com, The Beauty Bible, BHA 9, Lip & Body Balm, COSRX Pimple Patches, Babe Lash Growth Serum,MAKEUP: M.A.C Studio Waterweight SPF 30 Foundation, Kosas Cream Blush Duo, Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint, Thrive Cosmetics Liquid Lash ExtensionsJoin the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanetRate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on AppleTag me while you’re listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :)Follow Desiree: @desireestordahlStay in touch with me: @brookedevard

In this episode of the Naked Beauty Podcast, Nikki Ogunnaike, Editor-in-Chief of Marie Claire, dives deep into her impressive career in fashion editing, her unique personal style, and her experiences within the fashion industry. During our conversation, Nikki shares how her family shaped her shopping habits and the details of her high-powered job, including how she manages and mentors a diverse team. She also outlines her fitness routines, beauty regimen, and how she believes personal style comes from lived experiences. Together, we explore Nikki’s inspiring journey and practical advice for those looking to break into the fashion and beauty industries.Products mentioned:Briogeo Blow Out CreamKerastas ConditionerKerastas ShampooLa Roche Posay SPFEucerin SPFDrunk Elephant Retinol Oil Rose Ingleton MD Vitamin CRate, 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 Nikki @nikkiogun