Naked Beauty

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

Tune in for a rerun of one of my favorite Naked Beauty episodes with Charlotte Palermino, co-founder of Dieux Skin and self-proclaimed skincare fairy godmother. This episode was all about unpacking and debunking ALL of the beauty rules that so many of us subscribe to. From daily exfoliation, to DIY skincare, to beauty regulations, there’s a lot to get into! Link to Products Mentioned: Ep.29: Esme Brown, Chemist Confessions Balm Voyage, SkinCeuticals Retinol 0.3, CeraVe Retinol, BeautyStat Vitamin C, L’Oreal Revitalift Vitamin C, hanahana beauty Exfoliating Body Bar, CVS Clear Zinc SPF 50, Dr. Loretta Antioxidant Sunscreen SPF 40, Blue Lizard Mineral SunscreenJoin the Naked Beauty Community on IG:@nakedbeautyplanet  Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicFollow Charlotte: @charlotteparler/@dieuxskin

We need to process together! Last week, we all heard the iconic Ms. Tina Knowles bless the Naked Beauty podcast with her wisdom, wit, life, and beauty knowledge. On this episode, Sir John and I sit back and unpack our takeaways from that intimate conversation. Tune in to hear all of the behind-the-scenes details, what resonated with us most, how Ms. Tina inspires both of us, and how it felt to interview such a pioneer for the culture.Tune in to our recap as we discuss:What Ms. Tina taught us about the value of hands-on experience Why a no gossiping rule ensures the sanctity of beauty spacesHow much of a role “hunger” and joy play in career advancement What it was about building confidence that drew Sir John to the beauty businessWatch the full episode with Ms. Tina Knowles on YouTube here If you missed the full episode listen here: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyRate, 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 us: @brookedevard x @sirjohn Follow Ms. Tina: @mstinaknowles x @cecred

Excited to share that the multi-talented Sir John will be joining me as our new Naked Beauty co-host. We’ll be doing a limited six-episode series in which we interview guests who are impacting the culture and delve into their life stories and POV on beauty and self-expression. Please join us in giving Sir John a warm welcome to the Naked Beauty Community!See me Live in NY 5/20  (limited tickets here)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