Naked Beauty

After falling in love with a luxurious candle on a trip to a Paris, Kudzi Chikumbu’s love for the story and thought behind candles was born. Now, through his social media persona of “Sir Candle Man”, Kudzi is considered an expert within the candle and fragrance space, sharing his tips and tricks for finding the perfect product with the world. Tune in as we discuss how he has used social media as a creative outlet how to optimize your candle’s usage, diversity within the fragrance industry, his thoughts on the upcoming Naked Beauty fragrance and more. Products: Shop this episodeJoin 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 Kudzi: @sircandleman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh from my trip back in New York, I reflect on all that’s happened this week. My very first Naked Beauty product has launched! I designed the ultimate cashmere robe for self-care with Garin. Designing this robe with my good friend Negarin has been many months in the making and every little detail was considered to make this piece a true luxury. I’m happy to share we’re offering international shipping on this limited-edition item and a handful of discount codes are still active if you enter code Brooke15 at checkout. After a few days in the city, we transitioned to Sag Harbor where I’ve grown up visiting my whole life. I was honored to get the opportunity to speak to and learn from the people of the Shinnecock Nation, the Native Territory of the Indigenous Americans of Southampton. I was able to sit down with the chairman of Shinnecock Nation, Brian Polite, and hear his perspective on Thanksgiving and their unique native culture. And if this week wasn’t full enough, I landed in LA and went straight to the world premiere of Renaissance: a film by Beyonce! Tune in to hear my experience at the premiere and takeaways from the film. Shop my Limited-Edition Cashmere RobeLearn more about the Shinnecock NationRecap of the Renaissance Premiere on my Instagram  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After seven years of telling incredible beauty stories and building a passionate community of beauty fanatics, I’ve watched this show evolve beyond my wildest dreams. P.S. As I recorded this episode, I was wearing my new Naked Beauty cashmere robe that I designed with Garin. The first 20 orders will get 15% off with Brooke15! With such brand evolution comes the need for innovation. Which is exactly why I turned to my dear friend Madison Utendahl of Utendahl Creative to help with an official Naked Beauty rebrand. Tune in as I sit down with her and designer Tori Baisden to discuss the entire process behind our rebrand as well as their business philosophy at the agency. Whether it’s their commitment to cultivating a safe and diverse environment for female designers, fonts, “blanding,” or productive client feedback, these two are here to break down every aspect of the branding process.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description: Camille Darby, Global Vice President of Brand Marketing at Condé Nast, is the woman responsible for bringing all of your favorite editorial brands to life! Whether it’s Architectural Digest, Allure, Glamour, or Self, Camille’s north star is storytelling. Tune in as we discuss her background as a playwright, growing up as a Jamaican in New York, grounding brand events in Black culture, remaining determined to uphold diversity within corporatesettings, serving as a liaison between editorial and advertising, and so much more.Shop Camille’s Episode Here: https://shopmy.us/collections/299107Shop My Favorite Products: https://shopmy.us/nakedbeautyplanetFollow Camille: @camille.darby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Underpainting, pressed powder, color correction, contour, setting spray oh my! The full beat is alive and well and Blake Newby is here to walk you through all of the steps of her camera-ready routine. Tune in for her favorite makeup products, tips, tricks and more. Link to Resources/Products: Shop Blake’s Episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer, content creator and longtime beauty industry expert Blake Newby is here on Naked Beauty, ready to discuss her journey to and beyond the world of editorial. Tune in as Newby reflects on growing up with distorted standards of beauty, falling in love with her identity at an HBCU, becoming Essence’s beauty and style editor, navigating the “pay to play” side of publishing, body dysmorphia and so much more. Link to Resources/Products: Shop Blake’s Episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tune in for a LIVE episode of Naked Beauty, coming straight from the annual EveryStylishGirl Sip N’ Slay event in LA! This year, as Nana Agyemang’s platform continued to bring together a vibrant community of Black women, I had the privilege of interviewing Television Host Kamie Crawford and Beauty Reporter Darian Harvin. Check out our discussion on getting copied without the credit, dealing with career disappointment, and showing up as your authentic self no matter the cost. Link to Products/Resources: @makayladid, Naked Beauty interview with Nana Agyemang, Naked Beauty interviews with Darian Simoné Harvin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tune in for an extension of my interview with Ourside founder Keta Burke-Williams, who sat down to discuss tips and tricks for finding your next signature scent. From sampler kits, to researching top notes, to approaching good smelling strangers on the street, there was so much to take away from this conversation! Products/Resources: Nishane (Ani), Ourside Fragrances, Fragrantica, FragranceNetJoin 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 Keta: @keta.bw / @ourside.nyc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description: Makeup artist Danessa Myricks makes products that simply cannot be ignored. And as a Black makeup artist who was self-taught and launched her career at 30, reinvention and innovation always bound to be at the center of her brand. Tune in for this unforgettable conversation on her pathway to success, advocating for the inclusion of darker skin tones in makeup, using independent clinical trials to establish the brand as a leader in product development, and ensuring that Black voices are heard in the beauty industry. Shop Danessa's EpisodeUse code DMBNB20 to shop the site: Danessa Myricks Beauty (ends 11/2/23)Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet Stay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow Danessa: @danessa_myricks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After eight years of working in beauty editorial, Maya Allen has become one of THE coolest girls in the industry. But that hasn’t been without tons of hard work. On this episode of Naked Beauty, Marie Claire’s Digital Beauty Editor not only broke down her extensive skincare routine, but her continuous journey to dominating the beauty sphere as well. Tune in for an incredible discussion on travel, black-women's influence on beauty & so much more!VIBES: Byredo Black Saffron, Fredric Malle, Tom Ford Lavender Extreme, Chloe Nomade, Aerin VanillaSKIN: iS Clinical Cleansing Gel Renée Rouleau AHA/BHA Cleanser,Dr. Barbara Sturm Hyaluronic Acid Serum, iS Clinical Serum, Dr. Dennis Gross Vitamin C, Hanahana Beauty Shea Butter, Epara Night Balm, Buttah Shea ButterSponsors:thrivecausemetics.com/naked for 20% off your first order. My favorites: Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara , Brilliant Eye Brightener  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.