Naked Beauty

We all want Into the Gloss & Pinterest-worthy beauty shelves. It’s CRITICAL that you organize your beauty space for the ultimate self-care practice. In this episode, I share my 5 essential steps to clearing beauty clutter — a process that I’m currently undergoing & not quite sure why I waited so long to do bc the results….*life-changing*STEP 1: EVALUATE & TOSS OR FIND ANOTHER USE FOR IT - With a little help from Japanese organization expert and best-selling author Marie Kondo, I encourage you to go through all of your products and ask “Does this spark joy?” if not toss it or find another use for it (some good tips for repurposing products)STEP 2: ORGANIZE YOUR MAKE-UP BY FREQUENCY OF USE - Now that you only have the things you love, organize your products by how often you use themSTEP 3: TRY TO FINISH WHAT YOU HAVE BEFORE YOU BUY - Make it your mission to finish products before you get new ones and join me in my pledge to STOP buying lipglossSTEP 4: BUY SMARTER - Always sample before you buy, Sephora will forever have my heart bc you can return everything - NEVER buy foundation without testing for a full day and the same goes for fragranceSTEP 5: MAKE STORAGE CHIC - I use empty candle holders or mason jars to store my brushes and pencilsProducts/Resources Mentioned In this Episode:Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up (Book by Marie Kondo) https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Magic-Tidying-Decluttering-Organizing-ebook/dp/B00KK0PICKMake-up brush cleaner (So you can keep your brushes pristine) http://amzn.to/2rNSwaJPoshmark (To sell your unwanted make-up) https://poshmark.com/Lucky Scent (If you want to try fragrance before you buy) https://www.luckyscent.com/samplesMake-up Travel Bags Bad & Boujee Option: https://store.prada.com/en/pradaww/man/man-travel/2NA030-064-F0002More Sensible Options from Ricky’s: https://www.rickysnyc.com/makeup.html/tools-accessories/makeup-bags-cases.htmlOther ThingsWe Met at Acme ft. Brooke DeVard https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/we-met-at-acme/id1300757042?mt=2&i=1000400367344 Inspiration For Your Best Beauty Space Ever http://bit.ly/2DPI47S Stay in touch https://www.instagram.com/brookedevard/ALSO, I just launched my site :) check-it out to see more of my guests, videos and about the show: http://www.nakedbeautypodcast.com/*****Please rate, subscribe and review in the Apple Podcast app & share the show using #nakedbeautypodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Caribbean women are just something else” - my guest, dear friend, and artist, Eniye Kagbala aka 333niye on the unrivaled confidence of Caribbean women. We met online years ago, spent time together in London (going to fashion week & doing the most) but Eniye hails from St.Vincent. Since moving back to to the island from London, she’s learning to be grateful for life in paradise and “just LIVE” rather than chase. We talk about what makes quintessential island girl style — which she believes is about throwing on whatever is comfortable and not overthinking your look. We discuss buying hair on AliExpress, the importance of reading reviews before you buy and how to preserve braids. Eniye has dyed her hair AND brows at home with bleach for a very striking signature look. We talk about how her hair journey began in Nigeria, why she loves Gwen Stefani, Tom Ford and Alaia and how she approaches her music and the creative process. Eniye believes life is about perfecting the art of living and that we’re all on non-linear paths. Products/ Sites/Books Mentioned Shala Monroque (all over my pinterest page and our shared style crush) http://bit.ly/2D1jdhc Ali Express Kinky Curly Ombre Hair (best hair for beach life according to Eniye) http://bit.ly/2Djtd2a In Search of Wisdom One Philosophers Journey (book she's loving) http://amzn.to/2DlSQzg Get more Eniye in your life: http://eniye-kagbala.tumblr.com/ https://soundcloud.com/eniyemusic https://www.instagram.com/333niye_/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BET Style editor, Danielle Prescod, and I talk through A LOT in this last episode of 2017. Danielle doesn’t drink, “doesn’t enjoy food like that” AND she’s celibate — clearly, she’s got some super-human willpower.We discuss Meghan Markle, what working in fashion does to your closet, what therapy has done for her, dating in NYC, and how Danielle balances her work & downtime even though she’s a self-described ‘content monster with a pathological need for attention’. Danielle’s introduction to fasting and the cult of Dr. Charles Passler, started out as a story she was working on for ELLE but soon developed into a total body transformation and entirely new approach to eating. We discuss her matcha latte, bone broth and tea diet, and getting your body into a ketogenic state for maximum fat burning. Listen for: Racially Screening Soul Cycle instructors (lol!) Hiring Glam Squads For Nights Out Working Out & Finding the Right Hairstyle Getting “Eyebrow Shamed” by your Facialist The Benefits of Clearing Out Your Closet What Therapy has Helped her Learn & Avoiding “Prescription Pushers” Going Blonde “Instagram Face” & a lot more Products/Stories Mentioned How to Get the Body of A Victoria Secret Model by Danielle Prescod: http://bit.ly/2zHZiNJ Dr. Passler’s “Pure Change” Program: https://www.purechange.co Beauty Sick: How the Cultural Obsession with Appearance Hurts Girls and Women http://amzn.to/2m68o1N Closet Organization Journey of a Fashion Editor https://www.manrepeller.com/2017/10/closet-organization-with-a-former-fashion-editor.html Roe Morgan - Naomi Campbell (and Danielle’s) hairstylist https://www.instagram.com/hairbyromorgan/ Glam Squad - On Demand Beauty Services https://www.glamsquad.com Soul Cycle Instructors Danielle Loves Francis https://www.soul-cycle.com/instructors/10411/francis/ Mike https://www.soul-cycle.com/instructors/10347/mike+press/ Mabel https://www.soul-cycle.com/instructors/10337/mabel/ Products Danielle Loves: DPL Teeth Whitening (swears by this) http://bit.ly/2lm7CxG MAC’s Next to Nothing Mattifying Powder http://bit.ly/2Drbl4d Shieheido Eyebrow Powder http://bit.ly/2C8QROg Kjaer Weis Cream Blush (expensive but worth it) https://kjaerweis.com/product/cream-blush/above-and-beyond Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘Fame is a beast that can’t be tamed’ - My guest Esme, on LA culture. I was fascinated to hear from Esme, a native New Yorker and writer, on her experience living in LA for the past 8 years. We talk about how pilates has transformed her body but also makes her feel balanced and stronger. Her experience in rehab, coping with undiagnosed PTSD, and the difference between addiction, abuse and using. She extolls the virtue of therapy (even hypnotherapy), to cope with a cutting addiction and anxiety. We discuss eating with portion control in mind and navigating weight gain as we get older. We also gush over our love for The RealReal — the best online designer consignment shop of ALL TIME. We talk about all of her amazing tattoos and their meaning, crystal healing, how to get Restalyne and other and fillers without looking crazy, the products she's loving right now and the trends she's totally over.Esme’s Favorite Products/Services Mentioned: Parker Pilates https://www.instagram.com/parkerpilates/ The RealReal https://www.therealreal.com/ Chanel Bags on the RealReal https://www.therealreal.com/designers/chanel/women/handbagsDysport https://www.dysportusa.com/before-and-after Juvaderm https://www.juvederm.com/ Restalyne Silk https://www.restylaneusa.com/restylane-silk Natura Bisse Diamond Line https://www.naturabisse.com/en/psproduct/29-diamond-extreme Peter Thomas Roth Acne Clearing Dots https://www.sephora.com/product/acne-clear-invisible-dots-P399932 Kevin Aucoin Concealer https://www.sephora.com/product/the-sensual-skin-enhancer-P393953?skuId=1697440&icid2=products%20grid:p393953 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Supple, hydrated and flawless skin is the goal. I’m LOVING natural oils for all of my skincare needs these days and I wanted to share everything I’ve learned in this episode. I cover how to buy the right oils for your skin (beware of branded versions of natural skincare you can easily find online for 1/3 of the price). Then I go into the three ways I’m using oils for the best my skin has ever been:Oil Cleansing my face at night - a game changer (can’t believe I ever used those drying commercial cleansers) Making homemade brown sugar scrub with olive oil or coconut oil My religious application of castor oil for my cuticles and lips to keep everything super hydrated Products Mentioned: Argan Oil http://amzn.to/2zsQwYC Marula Oil http://amzn.to/2jQW4oL Castor Oil http://amzn.to/2A1dA0l Microfiber Washcloth http://amzn.to/2A68ayv Some Links to Do Your Own Research: Minimalist Beauty minimalistbeauty.com/ Benefits of Oil Cleansing http://www.theoilcleansingmethod.com Oil Cleaning Method Tutorial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72ziFY3CmmY Homemade Sugar Scrub Recipes https://wellnessmama.com/3628/sugar-scrub-recipe/ - Also, check out the app Think Dirty (https://www.thinkdirtyapp.com) where you can see how toxic your beauty products are & learn about natural alternatives. Skincare doesn’t have to be expensive, educate yourself and become your own skincare expert. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hannah Bronfman is the founder of HBFIT, DJ and wellness enthusiast. On this episode we talk about it all — from the superficial e.g. what’s it like to have Nikki Nelms do you hair and the best way to lose weight (it involves eating a lot of fat) to deeper topics like how bad relationships often serve as a way to break through. We discuss growing up in NYC, what it was like planning her fabulous wedding in Morocco, how she’s thinking about aging and potentially motherhood, what products she swears by and how she’s had to advocate for herself as a woman in business. Beauty Treatments & Products She Loves Monica Watters for Lymphatic Drainage http://www.sacredtouchnewyork.com/about/ Barbara Sturm Blood Cream https://intothegloss.com/2016/10/barbara-sturm-blood-cream-mc1/ Workout Classes & Clothes - Jump Rope with Amanda Kloot https://amandakloots.com Aerospace Boxing http://www.aerospacenyc.com 305 Fitness http://305fitness.com Tracey Anderson Method http://tracyandersonmethod.com Spider Bands https://spiderbands.com Adidas Woman Ultra Boost http://bit.ly/2yeB51K Stella McCartney for Adidas http://www.adidas.com/us/adidas_by_stella_mccartney Follow Hannah + HBFit - https://www.instagram.com/hannahbronfman/ https://www.instagram.com/hbfit/ http://hbfit.com*****Stay in touch by following me @brookedevard on all platforms @nakedbeautyplanet to join the Instagram community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the wake of countless assault charges facing women in entertainment, the message of self-worth that Alex and Isis(of Wondaland's St. Beauty)brought to this interview came right on time!We go beyond what you see on their perfect Instagram account (it’s instagram.com/stbeautyband btw and yes, it’s amazing)and speak about their wider mission to heal and inspire through their music. We talk about their style icons, how they found themselves at Issa Rae’s house party hanging out with the cast of Insecure, Atlanta, and Samuel Jackson (so surreal)and futile attempts to style the already perfectly stylish(like jidenna).We talk natural hair politics, big chop emotions, glue-ins from high school, bad dye jobs, 70s style, cultural appropriation, and their tips on how to perfect your style (like using natural landscapes as inspiration for color palettes). We end the interview by talking about their experience learning from Janelle Monae and hear from their manager, Joy Young, about how to make it as a woman in the industry without compromising your values.Products Mentioned AlexCurls shampoo & conditioner https://www.curls.bizVanity Planet spin brush https://www.vanityplanet.com/products/spin-for-perfect-skinCharcoal Soap https://www.amazon.com/Activated-Detoxifying-Cleanser-Certified-Ingredients/dp/B0177DRIEIIsisBlack Soap http://www.ulta.com/african-black-soap-bar-soap?productId=xlsImpprod6400280Kheil’s Oil-Free Face Wash https://www.kiehls.com/ultra-facial-oil-free-cleanser/1000.htmlCastor Oil for Brows http://bit.ly/2zwCj8K****Check out all of their amazing music @stbeautyband! Intro song is 'Caught' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“It’s becoming a professional imperative that I figure this shit out” - Brittany Luse, today’s guest, on determining her look now that she’s becoming an increasingly public figure. Brittany co-hosts and co-created The Nod, a Gimlet podcast that pays tribute to black culture. We discuss her recent red carpet experience at Black Girls Rock and what it’s like coming from a career where no one sees you, to suddenly being extremely visible. We touch on HBCU beauty standards, Brittany went to Howard University, and how during college she perfected ‘dressing for the club’. Brittany, who has amazing hair and skin lets me in on some of her secrets: frequent haircuts to promote growth, an AMAZING colorist who took her natural hair all the way blonde without damage, and a semi-consistent (if we’re being honest) AM/PM routine. Links to all of her products, her show and beauty resources below: Listen to Brittany’s Show The Nod: https://gimletmedia.com/the-nod/ ‘Chitlins at Bergdorf’s’, my *favorite* episode https://gimletmedia.com/episode/chitlins-at-bergdorfs/ Products Mentioned: Hair - Old school DAX for edges http://amzn.to/2xme8fF - Illeisha Lussiano - Brittany’s Colorist with the magic touch. She works at Salon Ruggeri in NYC & you can see her work on her IG @illadonna or her site: https://thehairartiste.com - Camille Rose Naturals Twisting Butter https://www.camillerosenaturals.com/products/almond-jai-twisting-butter Skin - Cetaphil Face Cleanser - love this stuff http://amzn.to/2p77Tse - Heritage Rose Water Spray or Jurlique Rose Water for hydrating skin during the day http://amzn.to/2p98f0D - Clinique Pep-Start Eye Cream http://seph.me/2yyIbyL - Mario Badescu Glycolic Acid Toner https://www.mariobadescu.com/product/glycolic-acid-toner - Drunk Elephant Vitamin C Serum http://seph.me/2xnlEXL - OLEHENRICKSEN Truth Serum http://seph.me/2hlZvmm - Korres Overnight Sleep Mask http://seph.me/2hoYF4o - Hilary Sklar for Facials http://www.hillerysklar.com - Caroline Hirons for skincare tutorials on YouTube/her site: https://www.carolinehirons.com - Lucky Scent Fragrance Samples http://www.luckyscent.com/samples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Hair is politicized whether we want it to be or not” — Lindsey DayOn this episode, Lindsey, founder of CRWN magazine — a revolutionary print magazine focused on black women and natural hair, comes by to talk about why she started CRWN, her hair journey, and how her upbringing informed her approach to the content she creates today. We get into discussion around the language that surrounds the natural hair community — the complicated grading system of 4A vs 4C, the cliche language that makes us cringe e.g. #BlackGirlMagic and even the term ‘natural’ itself. Topics 5:08 Why Lindsey created CRWN 7:12 Her natural hair journey 11:15 Being one of two black women in her *entire* high school 16:40 Hair type politics (4a,4b,4c) and the divisions within the natural hair community by hair texture 22:30 Perception of an afro in the workplace 23:40 Why Lindsey almost didn’t start CRWN 35:15 Kylie Jenner’s negative influence on beauty & the Kardashians using blackness to stay relevant 51:40 When Lindsey feels most beautiful & benefits of a low maintenance beauty approach Products MentionedNatural Lip Balm (https://www.hanahanabeauty.com) 5-Free Nail Polish (https://www.mischobeauty.com/) Where to Find & Follow CRWN http://www.crwnmag.com https://www.instagram.com/crwnmag/ https://twitter.com/crwnmag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grace Gibson, the talented actress,singer,songwriter,bandleader,content creator and proud Leo — is a force to be reckoned with. She grew up watching her mother, Lynn Whitfield, build her career as an actress following films like the Josephine Baker Story (where her parents met!), and has inherited a passion and instinct for the performing arts.In this episode we discuss everything from her experience being a musician in New Orleans, playing Faith Evans in All Eyez on Me, what it’s like auditioning in Hollywood, how she’s responded to requests for nude scenes, the importance of creating your own content and finding your authentic voice. Grace and I attended the same predominantly white middle/high school in NYC and we reflect on how that experience shapes your relationship to beauty — including being embarrassed about your hair. Grace has a minimal approach to beauty that includes drugstore make-up, a 1x week wash routine, and some natural oils and plants — like the aloe vera she sources from her backyard in Laurel Canyon for under-eye treatments.The amazing music at the start and end of this episode? That’s Grace! The original to-be released song is called "Steampunk Blues” and it was written and arranged by Grace and she produced the track with Jordan Brown and Taylor Gordon.Follow Grace @thegracegibson to stay updated on all of her amazing work https://www.instagram.com/thegracegibson/?hl=enProducts Mentioned in this episode with links below:Hair Tresemme Botanical Conditioner http://bit.ly/2uA2z37Ren Pure Conditioner http://bit.ly/2vjD6IGTaliah Waajid Curl Sealer http://amzn.to/2uJtZE4 Make-UpMilani waterproof eyeliner http://bit.ly/2uaSkBiWet n Wild Mascara http://bit.ly/2gLomPRBobbi Brown Shimmer Brick http://seph.me/2tHaS8M SkinWeleda Evening Primrose Moisturizer http://bit.ly/2vjjTHlSupport the show using #nakedbeautypodcast & subscribe on iTunes if you haven't yet: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-beauty-podcast/id1131628553?mt=2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.