Naked Beauty

“I had a really unhealthy obsession with looking a certain way that just wasn’t possible 24/7” - my guest Nia Pettit, who’s only 21 but has had a following on social since she was 16. At 20 she freed herself of being preoccupied with her hair.Self-love, natural hair journeys, bacne, being mixed race, international travel, baby hairs, veganism –– Nia and I talk about it all and I’m so blown away by her wisdom. I loved hearing how Nia’s self-perception, approach to beauty and the content she creates have evolved overtime. She shares the story behind her decision to cut off all of her hair, after years of her fro being what she was known for most: “hearing everyday that my hair was beautiful, I linked that with me being beautiful”.She shares what it was like growing up mixed race in London (her dad is English and Mom is from Zimbabwe), early relaxer experiences (very relatable), and finding her voice. We get into hair typing drama (3C, 4C, etc.) and how she tailors her her self-care practice to her moods for example: a mud mask for bad weather. We talk about her diet, being more mindful of what she accepts from brands, the positive impact of leaving a bad relationship, skincare tips from Meghan Markle’s facialist & much more you’ll have to listen to experience.---Products/Things Mentioned:XONecole Story on Nia’s big chop Her experience traveling through India (vlog)BB Curl Gel Oil (for edges/baby hairs)Elemis skincare (she loves)& the Elemis Superfoods Facial Oil she uses for travelDeclore SkincareSkimdo hair curl creamNichola Joss - her skin therapist (same as Megan Markle’s!), see her skin tips here L’oreal Baby Lilac MascaraBecca Cosmetics highlighter (an underrated fave)Tropical Balm (her lip balm of choice)----Follow Nia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niathelight/Follow Nia on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDyrbOso99RneLFtN7lVP9wFollow Nia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/niathelight---Follow Me: https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/JOIN the Naked Beauty Community: https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/?hl=en--If you love the show & want more people to find it, please take the time to leave a little rating & review & of course SUBSCRIBE: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-beauty-podcast/id1131628553?mt=2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonus content from my interview with Negarin Sadr, listen to the full interview here (one of my faves)In this leftovers episode, we discuss the shift towards casual/comfortable clothes for women and how much we miss Pheobe Philo, the designer and innovator behind Celine. Pheobe Philo has been replaced by Heidi Silmane and the results are not great (see article for reference). ALSO we have the hardest time finding shoes, can anyone relate? Negarin has solutions! -Things Mentioned:Jacquemus + Saks Pott - two new designers we both love Shoe recommendations:Sergio Rossi - for heelsChloe - comfortable kitten heels Negarin swears by Chanel (I buy on the RealReal)Custom inserts https://wiivv.com/Churches shoes she loves for summer -Follow @nakedbeautyplanet on InstagramFollow me https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/Follow Negarin https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I love a new candle just as much as I love a new pair of socks" - my guest and friend of 16 years, Abigail SternAbigail is not a girly-girl, she was always the cool one in sneakers when everyone else was hobbling around in heels. I've watched her blossom into an incredible entrepreneur and launch her own line of technical performance wear: Matek. We talk about what being Jewish means to her and how her Isreali mom gave her some early hair memories that have stayed with her to this day. We reminisce about high school where she began 'plucking the shit out of her eyebrows' and straightened her hair religiously. But her look evolved as she got older, she went to Boulder in Colorado for college and began wearing snapbacks and Vans. We talk about forgoing fast fashion, falling in love with skiing and starting Matek. We get into why she doesn’t wear makeup (jealous) and her hair struggles. Abigail has always been about her workouts (and prefers private sessions) but the LA workout scene has taken some adjustment. In her words, "people look crazy in LA“. She's the queen of free samples, loves scrunchies, baths and face masks. Products/Things Mentioned Glass Roller Ball for making your own essential oil mix https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Rollerball-Bottles-Aromatherapy-Glass/dp/B00S6ZG5NWMountain Rose Herbs my go-to place for oils https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/catalog/aromatherapy/essential-oilsForever Young Supergoop SPF Hand Cream https://supergoop.com/products/forever-young-hand-cream-with-sea-buckthorn-sunscreenEpsom Salt Bath Benefits https://www.livestrong.com/article/121914-benefits-epsom-salt-baths/Vitner's Daughter Botanical Serum https://www.thedetoxmarket.com/products/active-botanical-serumAbigail's Pilates Instructor: https://instagram.com/em_lawless?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=1j0it9ugphagcLA facialist: https://instagram.com/master.aesthetician?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=1wtvr9whzizyuAt home Keratin treatment: https://instagram.com/anthonykfrench?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=1k2s4u7qvu1otStay in TouchFollow Abigail on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abigailhstern/Follow Matek : https://www.instagram.com/matek.clothing/Shop Matek: https://matek.clothing/Follow me : https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/@NakedBeautyPlanet on IG :) https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/--QUOTE OF THE EPISODE:I like to get in the habit of looking in the mirror and being like 'you're fucking dope' all the time If I'm not going to say it myself, I can't rely on anyone else  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I loved beauty without knowing it” - my guest Ashley Weatherford, Senior Editor at Into The GlossAshley has been an authority in beauty for years and I’ve followed her career since the beginning – so I was incredibly excited to have her on and learn her story: from Ohio to Northwestern to NY. Ashley wanted to be a lawyer but started a beauty blog on the side for fun, which eventually landed her a position at New York Magazine. We talk about the power of her recommendations and if she feels guilt about inspiring people to buy more.We discuss swiping Sephora samples when you love beauty but you’re on a budget, if she feels strongly about products being natural vs synthetic, what it’s like to prepare for a feature on Into the Gloss & that Top Shelf moment, what beauty treatments she thinks are overrated & of course tons of SKINCARE. Ashley has the most amazing skin (says she used to have bad skin) and we go into lots of detail on her routine and the products she loves.Links to Products/Things Mentioned:Tatcha Primer - primer of all primersCerave - for winter skincareLittle Fires Everywhere - book set in Shaker HeightsAshley’s feature on Into The GlossNARS Luminous Foundation Glossier Milky Jelly Cleanser India Lee Radiance Renewal PeelLele Sadoughi headband - so cuteValet - hair accessories she’s lovingCrystal Peel Microdermabrasion Bar Tea Tree Oil & Rose Water - natural products she lovesPaula’s Choice - a go-to effective skincareSkincareAddiction Reddit - when you really want to nerd outAveeno Radiance Sunscreen - her go to at the momentBanila Co Clean It Cleansing Balm Biologique Recherche Cleanser Biologique Recherche Cleanser VIP O2Missha Time Revolution & SKII - essences she likesTatcha Water Cream - light & moisturizing cream she lovesAshley’s AM Routine:Tatcha Vitamin C Serum (when she’s not using acid)Essence (currently from Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I find the body to be a very sacred place and I don’t think that you need to get attention by exposing your skin, I think you can get attention by dressing interesting." - my guest Negarin, on the modest fashion movement and her personal styleNegarin has always been a go-getter. In the same year we met, I watched her launch her own fashion line,Negarin London, debut at London Fashion Week. She was also really nice to me when I moved to London (which I can’t say for most girls). We discuss how she came to understand self-presentation growing up in Iran and how the hijab changes beauty standards. We talk about her father’s intensity and commitment to human rights and her Mom’s phobia of sun exposure. I learn how this relates to colorism and an unfair premium on fair skin that seems to be a global phenomenon. We talk about COLOR: why she loves wearing pastels and how good pink and coral look on darker skin.“I want to be loud about the fact that I’m different” is Negarin’s stance on standing out in the tech world where everyone tends to look the same. Her skincare routine is super simple and she believes the more you touch your face and mess with it, the more problems you’ll have with your skin. She also shares her experience following a fully ketogenic diet which made her ‘feel like a bird’ because she just had so much energy. Apparently salmon, avocado and spinach is the best way to delve into Keto but I’ll take her word for it because it sounds like entirely too much work (urine strips & weighing food are involved). We talk hair, history of hijab, See below for all of the amazing products mentioned:The Products Negarin Loves:(very simple skincare routine)Bioderma lip balmBarbara Sturm Lip BalmREN moisturizerShisheido 50 spf Keto Diet: A detailed Beginner’s GuideKeto Calculator Chanel Concealer Lancôme Definicils MascaraKjaeir Weiss Blush - beautiful cream blush with gorgeous sustainable packaging Wand Curling IronKerastase Negarin’s go-to for frizz-free hair& last but not least cannot recommend this documentary about Anthony Weiner enough: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5278596/----Cold Remedies & general Wellness recommendations from my intro:Tumeric & Three Roots Tea, my favoriteChlorophyll Drops to add to water Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I’m over complicated skin routines. I have this conversation with a lot of other editors. There are too many products that do the same thing. As someone who is supposed to promote these products for you, even I feel overwhelmed.” - my guest Janell shares some very honest thoughts on this episode of Naked BeautyJanell Hickman started her career at WWD, did PR at Victoria Secret and Essence but ultimately found herself working in beauty full-time and I was so excited to get her thoughts on where beauty is today. We discuss Marie Kondo’s Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up and how Janell hired a KonMari Expert (didn’t know this was a thing!) to come to her Brooklyn apartment and organize her life. She believes in hiring experts to do things the right way –she even learned how to blend her eyeshadow to perfection from a professional MUA.We get into these huge shade ranges everyone seems to have now and whether or not 50 shades is progress or not. I ask her which products are worth splurging on vs which you can buy at the drugstore (16:24-18:30) and I was surprised how many things Janell says we can save our coin for! We get into: botox, men discussing lacefronts, the demonization of relaxer, how color impacts your hair, ice skating and growing up in Minneapolis. Janell also explains how going to Hampton opened her eyes to the diversity of the black experience, her thoughts on white peoples’ black hair questions, how Glossier won with their ‘no make-up make-up look’ and the trends she wants gone forever. You guys are going to love this episode!---------------Products/Resources Mentioned:Read Janell’s Work: http://www.janellmhickman.com/Follow Janell: https://www.instagram.com/jmargaretbeauty/Book your own KonMari consultant: https://konmari.com/pages/consultants& the Netflix Series: https://www.netflix.com/title/80209379Deck of Scarlett - Curated Subscription service of limited make-up palettes https://www.deckofscarlet.com/Rimmel Mascara ‘Wonder’fully Real’Cerave (trusted Drugstore skincare): https://www.cerave.com/Blue Mercury M-61 Gel EyeCream: https://bluemercury.com/collections/skin-care/products/m61-hydraboost-eye-serum?variant=26188127686Garnier Eyecream with rollerball anti-puff: https://www.garnierusa.com/about-our-brands/skinactive/clearly-brighter/clearly-brighter-anti-puff-eye-rollerROC eyecream: https://www.ulta.com/eye-cream?productId=prod2112112Bio Oil - the body oil Janelle swears by https://www.bio-oil.com/us/us-enDHC Deep Cleansing Oil $20 on Amazon (for double cleansing): https://www.amazon.com/DHC-Deep-Cleansing-Oil-6-7/dp/B001UE60E0Zipp Nanocurrent at home facial device: https://ziipbeauty.com (Janelle swears by this)Vitner’s... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“When you’re in the hair salon, speak up. Be direct. Direct questions, get direct answers.” - my wise guest & talented hair artist Illeisha on claiming your voice and advocating for what you want when it comes to your hair-------------------Illeisha has an artistically-based education but expresses her art through hair. She’s spent the last decade in the industry building an incredible career and working with some of the top talent in the game. We talk about how she took the jump from Boston to NY to pursue her dreams, how she approaches life behind the scenes, and what it was like to work with Naomi Campbell at just 21. We get into how to find the right stylist and how to ask the right questions – like her 6-year old client who knew exactly what he wanted when he got in the chair. She explains how to make the most of your appointment and getting what you pay for. Illiesha also gives me an incredibly helpful vocabulary lesson and teaches me what the difference is between base color, ombre, lowlights/highlights and balayage.I ask her what the deal is with shampoo (is it as damaging as people claim) & how many products do we really need? She shares some amazing thoughts on how the energy you put into your hair manifests itself and how important it is to A) speak up but B) find someone who listens to you. Making time for yourself and loving your hair are two things Illeisha really believes in and I walked away feeling so inspired by our conversation.-------------------More about Illeisha: https://thehairartiste.com/Follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehairartiste/Stay in touch with me: https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-beauty-podcast/id1131628553?mt=2Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you’re listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dejah Poole, 19-year-old dancer from the Alvin Ailey school, has been dancing since she was just 2 years old. I initially discovered Dejah from her stunning Instagram account: @dejahonpointe & from there learned about her passion for speaking out and claiming her space as a black woman in the world of dance. We talk about bias in ballet (when nude isn’t really nude), accepting your body, eating disorders, the time she met Misty Copeland, and how her mom pushed her to accept herself above all else.We discuss how you get the body of a dancer, how to stretch and gain flexibility and the process and sacrifices behind dancing (we get into dancer’s feet & missing toenails)! I was also curious to learn how certain beauty elements translate for black dancers: how she wears her hair (Dejah is natural), stage makeup, etc. Dejah professes her love for Fenty & educates me on what the kids are into these days. Before we end, we’re joined by Dejah’s BFF and fellow dancer Lindsey Treadwell, to discuss dating, competition & living in NYC.------Links to Products MentionedDejah’s Profile in Byrdie Beauty: https://www.byrdie.com/dejah-poole-ballerina-beauty-routineAlvin Ailey (highly recommend seeing a show or taking their classes in NYC): https://www.alvinailey.org/Physique57 (my fave workout, mentioned in the intro): https://physique57.com/Misty Copeland, first black principal Ballerina for the American Ballet Theatre, check out this video to see her on stage in Romeo & Juliet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5qwctVrRvg@dejahonpointe Dejah’s amazing instagram accountFenty Gloss, Fenty Match Stix Trio & Fenty FoundationRose water sprayKylie Lip Kits - Dejah approves of some of these shades for a bold lip---------Stay in touch @nakedbeautyplanetFollow me @brookedevardSubscribe, Rate & Review the show on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-beauty-podcast/id1131628553?mt=2Thank you for listening & your support! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Everything in wellness has gone to an extreme” - Sabrina Diaz, my guest, and founder of Grass Roots Juicery, a Brooklyn-based cafe that promotes healthy living through organic cold press juicing, smoothies & healthy food.We talk about her experience growing up first-generation Dominican in the suburbs of NJ and how being the only hispanic person in her entire class made her ashamed of the things she now takes great pride in: her rich culture, using natural fruits and vegetables for beauty treatments and her beautiful curly hair.We discuss her favorite things to juice, sugar addiction, her Whole30 experience, the rush of buying new things & how ultimately having less makes you so much happier. We also talk CBD, her addiction to red lipstick, Rent the Runway, plastic surgery & the slippery slope it introduces, the charcoal trend, the Matcha trend, and all the wellness trends that have gone too far.We also get into a hysterical discussion of NYC nightlife with a bonus Sex & The City snippet. We talk promoters, models, clubs in the Meatpacking District circa 2008.We wrap up our conversation on the beauty trends we both love like bold, glossy eyes and our general exhaustion with all things #WELLNESS. Here’s to more honest, authentic stories in the year ahead & true wellness > trends.LINKS to things & products mentioned---------More about Sabrina & Grassroots Juicery via Vogue: https://www.vogue.com/article/before-bed-sabrina-diaz-brews-a-cbd-recipe-from-her-juice-bar-grassrootsGrassroots Juicery Juices I love:Skin Glow - Red Apple,Cucumber, Kale, Pineapple, Ginger, LemonZinger (Shot that I love for winter) - Lemon, Cayenne Pepper, Echinacea & GingerJoin the Naked Beauty community on Instagram if that’s your thing :) @nakedbeautyplanet Kat Von D vaccination scandal if you care to catch up hereEstee Laundry - IG account exposing beauty brands for BS, now addictedKosas - all natural brand with pigmentsDragon Girl Nars - Sabrina’s fave redLady Danger from Mac (more orange her summer red)Rent the Runway - My cure for wanting something new all the timeThe RealReal - how I shop & great resource for designer consignmentBiologique Recherche P50 - everyone raves about this chemical heavy exfoliator/skincareGood read on the grey area of CBD & if it really does anythingMilk Eye Pigments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the coolest girls I know - Grace Bukunmi is a Nigerian Photographer, Stylist, and Art Director working between LA & NYC. She’s worked with everyone: Alicia Keys, The Migos, A$AP Rocky & with the coolest publications: High Snobiety, Hypebeast, etc.We talk about her growing up in a religious household & how her spirituality has evolved and how religion is perceived in her LA creative circle.I ask her if she think natural beauty will become a thing of the past & we try to decode deja vu.I also talk to Grace about surviving a car crash (caused by sleep deprivation!) and how it forced her to re-evaluate her commitment to her work vs her health, and the relationships around her. We get into lash extensions, gel manicures & the joys of natural products like handmade soap-------Things/Products Mentioned:Afro Punk (one day I’ll go): https://www.instagram.com/afropunk/Cleremont Twins (in case you’re not familiar): http://www.papermag.com/clermont-twins-mont-budoir-yeezy-2531618962.htmlThe Twilight Zone Episode on Beauty ‘Eye of the Beholder’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFhKp-xi2DY (an amazing 20-minute episode, very worth watching)Trypophobia is an aversion to the sight of irregular patterns or clusters of small holes, or bumps - a weird thing me, my brother & my Mom all suffer from. Link may be triggering for people who also have this bizarre paranoia lolAre gels bad for your nails? I’m convinced they are but see this article: https://www.marieclaire.com/beauty/a16686803/do-gel-manicures-ruin-your-nails/Hyaluronic Acid & Skin Benefits: https://www.elle.com/uk/beauty/skin/a35378/what-is-hyaluronic-acid-and-how-does-it-work/Cupping Benefits: https://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/cupping-therapySugar Bear Hair Vitamins: https://www.sugarbearhair.com/---------Follow Grace: https://www.instagram.com/bukunmigrace/?hl=enJoin the Naked Beauty Community on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nakedbeautyplanet/?hl=en& for this Holiday season - if you could rate & review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, I’d be forever grateful :) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-beauty-podcast/id1131628553?mt=2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.