Naked Beauty

When I met Amy Koberling aka The Skinthusiast, I knew I had to have her on the podcast to talk about what we should really be paying attention to when buying skincare. During our conversation, Amy dispelled some common beauty myths and misunderstandings about popular ingredients from benzoyl peroxide to vitamin C. Our conversation covered trends in skincare marketing, overhyped and underhyped products, and how we ensure credibility with our audiences.Tune in as we discuss: The rise of A-Beauty and products from AfricaWhy we should shop by skin concern and not ingredientWhat we can do to respond to inevitable collagen lossHow to determine which red light therapy tools to invest inThe most effective way to layer skincare productsSir John and I are hosting a live show in Los Angeles! Get tickets while they're still available. 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 @amykoberlingBrands & Products Mentioned:PrequelBubbleS'ABLE Labs Black Seed TonerS'ABLE Qasil Exfoliating MaskS'ABLE Okra Face SerumS'ABLE Baobab MoisturizerS’ABLE Rooibos Micellar WaterPipette Mineral SunscreenTubby Todd Mineral SunscreenAveeno Kids Continuous Protection

In this week’s episode, Sir John and I sat down to chat about what it means to be Summertime Fine mentally and physically. Our conversation included a very special announcement from Brooke, thoughts on how we recharge after major events, and our favorite eye looks on Black women. Sir John shared some tips on elevating any look with custom grills and gave details on his innovative guide to contouring in the sun. Brooke talked about how her ideal summer looks will accentuate her changing body and why we need to keep making the effort to look good. No conversation would be complete without a discussion of the core values that drive us to do the work we do. Thank you to Sunglass Hut and Acast for making this conversation possible!Tune in as we discuss: The consequences of body types becoming fashion trendsHow Sir John leads his team with compassionWhich of our shared core values guide our work and lives The importance of communicating our needs to our teams and familiesWhy confidence is the ultimate key to being summertime fineShop 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

In this rerun of one of my favorite episodes, I sat down with TikTok queen herself, Tefi. Estefania Pessoa AKA Tefi is the best friend, cultural commentator, and skinfluencer we all needed during COVID-19, and if you have yet to come across her name on TikTok you are truly missing out. Tune in as we discuss her takes on both the toxicity and joy of Y2K beauty culture, growing up as a half-Colombian, half-Brazilian girl in Miami, working through unhealthy relationships, establishing a career as an influencer, botox, and so much more. Enjoy! Links to Products/Resources Mentioned: Dr. Barbara Sturm Vitamin C, iNNBEAUTY PROJECT (Vitamin C, Retinol, Moisturizer), YTP (Vitamin C, Cleanser, Peptide Moisturizer), Mighty Patch, Odacité OIl Cleanser, Carla Lab Serum, Paula’s Choice 2% BHA, LolaVie Glossing Detangler, @celebplastic Shop this episode and more on Shop My Shelf Thank you to This is L. for sponsoring this episode!Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicFollow Tefi: @hellotefi / TikTok

“At the top of the list of what you need to know about Tanner Adell is she is glam country, it's definitely a defining feature for me.”For our second episode together, Sir John and I sat down with someone we feel is truly blazing her own trail and looking incredible doing it: Tanner Adell. This year alone she's walked her first red carpet, presented an award at the CMT’s, and had her first-ever televised performance - not to mention being on a Beyonce album. During our conversation, Tanner talked to Sir John and I about how a foundation of self-possession has poised her to meet these incredible milestones with confidence and grace. Tanner shared that learning to sew her own church clothes, spending time in her grandmother’s craft closet, and honing in on her supporters have shaped her approach to artistry. Thank you to Sunglass Hut and Acast Creative for making this conversation possible! Tune in as we discuss: How being raised in a traditional religious environment sharpened her creative skillsHer CMT look and how it nodded to her heritage, tradition, and possibilities for the futureWhat she believes separates talented and creative artists from one another Which tools she uses to protect her voice What her ideal night in Nashville looks and feels like Products Mentioned:Vaseline Radiant X Body CreamPaw Paw OintmentGisou Honey Infused Lip OilGisou Honey Infused Hair OilYouth To The People Yerba Mate Resurfacing Energy FacialYouth To The People Kale Superfood Face CleanserFor a full list of products mentioned, shop this episodeRate, 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 Tanner: @tanneradell

Tune in for a LIVE conversation with the one and only Jenna Lyons. From her trendsetting tenure at J. Crew to her candid conversations about her relationship to beauty on Real Housewives of New York  Jenna’s authenticity is undeniable. During our conversation, we discussed her commitment to fostering diversity in the fashion industry and what she’s learned about herself since founding Loveseen. We also talked about how she prepared for the high level of scrutiny housewives face, successful queer representation in the media, and interesting generational differences in the workplace. Thank you to @prose for partnering with Naked Beauty to facilitate this incredible conversation. Tune in as we discuss:How she fought to include diverse models in J. Crew shootsWhy she is still not interested in getting a computerTangible ways to foster equity among your diverse staffThe significance of lesbian representation in reality televisionWhy beauty and fashion are tools for self-empowermentShop Prose products  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 Jenna: @jennalyonsnyc

After spending the past year developing my own fragrance, I’ve become obsessed with learning more about the process of developing fragrance. Maya Njie, an artist and self-taught perfumer, was the perfect person to dive deep on fragrance with. During our conversation Maya and I explored the scent composition of some of her top perfumes while discussing how significant her family history has been in building her business. We also talked about the unique experience of trying to capture feelings and translate them into scents that can be experienced by people internationally, the nuances of building an ethical business, and the surreal feeling of being sold in Liberty London.Tune in as we discuss:How she incorporates family photos and color palettes into each perfumeWhy synthetic fragrances may be safer options for our bodies and environmentsWhat kinds of mentorship and support small brands need to thrive Why fragrance is often hard to break into Why spending time with a fragrance is the best way to learn if it is truly for youPerfumes Mentioned:Maya Njie Discovery Set Maya Njie Nordic Cedar PerfumeWe Are Deya Fragrances  (by Ezra Lloyd)Sarah Baker PerfumesScent TrunkRook PerfumesPerfomer HByredo Naomi Goodsir Caudalie Beauty Elixir Hydrating Face MistpHformula VITA C Weleda Skin FoodRate, 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 Maya: @maya.njie.perfumes

While speaking with Charlotte Mensah, she shared her expertise in caring for Afro-textured hair, with products, tools, and styling recommendations. Charlotte also revealed how significant it was for her to grow up surrounded by family, having her hair done and styling it for others. Our conversation illuminated her decision to develop the Curl Power Workshop, an annual haircare and hairstyling event where adults learn to care for the Afro-textured hair of the children they love. For the second year, the workshop focuses on teaching fathers and grandfathers the skills they need to master hair care.Tune in as we discuss:The workshop’s origins as support for biracial parentsHow important it is that children see one another and the similarities in their hairHer hopes that his workshop takes the onus off moms to have to do it allWhy patience is the most important tool in children’s hair stylingRate, 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 Charlotte: @charlottemensah

Charlotte Mensah, the first Black woman inducted into the British Hairdressing Hall of Fame, once turned her kitchen into a laboratory to develop products for her clients. Raised in her grandparent's Ghanian compound, Charlotte was exposed to her grandmother’s boundless creativity and her grandfather’s corporate acumen. Unsurprisingly, she harnessed their wisdom and built an award-winning career in beauty that spans decades. In our conversation, Charlotte talked about her path to opening Hair Lounge, London’s premier afro texture-focused salon since 1999. From defending herself against racist bullies to using hair styling to grieve the loss of her mother, Charlotte’s incredible journey revealed that for her, hair was never just about beautification. Tune in as we discuss:Her favorite Ghanian beauty practices and toolsHow two decades of consistency have given her envious hair and skinThe fundamentals of healthy hair and why it all starts with the scalpHair threading as a practice that illuminates West African traditionsWhy embracing our natural edges is imperative to our overall hair healthProducts Mentioned:Chantecaille Rice and Geranium Foaming CleanserRose de Mai Face OilManketti Oil Salt ScrubCharlotte Mensah Paddle BrushManketti Oil PomadeRate, 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 Charlotte: @charlottemensah

Another edition of beauty rant and beauty rave, including a hot take about luxury skincare and my recently acquired membership to LA's Erewhon and why I was so reluctant to join the cult of this hyped upscale grocer. Tune in to hear my thoughts on:How clinical research and development separates luxury brands from competitors The question of whether or not a product is 'worth it' What a consistent skincare routine can do to transform your skinWhy Erewhon Goes beyond a grocery store and becomes an experience Affordable productions mentioned: The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid, The Ordinary Glycolic Acid, Aveeno Foaming Cleanser, The Ordinary Seabuckthorn Oil, Inkey List Balm Cleanser, Paula's Choice Vitamin C (serum, cream), La Roche Posay Cream Cleanser, Paula's Choice SPF 50, La Roche Posay Cicaplast, La Roche Posay Dark Spot Corrector Luxury Skincare I love: Vintner's Daughter Cleanser, May Lindstrom Blue Cocoon, Retrouve Eye Concentrate, Shiseido Benefiance Eye Cream Shop all of the items mentioned in this episode on Shop My Shelf  Articles & Essays Mentioned:The Products Brooke DeVard Uses to Until the Last Drop (The Cut)Erewhon: The Social Club That Sells GroceriesHow Erewhon Became L.A.’s Hottest HangoutRate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet & tag me while you're listening! Shop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevard