013: Understanding Natural Hair with Debbie McDonald
Release Date: 11/24/2018
73: The First Year: Navigating the Challenges of Being Natural
Clean & Simple with Carmen
In this episode, Carmen dives into the challenges and triumphs of the first year going natural in the natural hair journey. From the mindset shift after trying various methods to learning new skills and maintaining discipline despite setbacks, Carmen shares valuable insights. She also discusses the importance of finding a trusted professional partner, dealing with conflicting information online, and navigating the new normal of natural hair in daily life. Tune in for expert tips and empowering stories to guide you through this transformative journey. Carmen also breaks down how to have...
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72: The Pressure to Fit In
Clean & Simple with Carmen
In this episode of Clean & Simple, Carmen discusses the importance of inclusivity in hairstyling. Even when natural hair is being celebrated, it's often done through a particular lens that excludes more of our community than it includes. Certain curl patterns are praised while others are encouraged to be stretched or altered to be considered beautiful. And all curls are subjected to unfair judgment and regulations from schools, jobs, and other social situations. It's so important for us to advocate for the acceptance and love of all curls. We should also expect the spaces that we...
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71: You Don’t Like Your Hair
Clean & Simple with Carmen
So...You don't like how dry your hair looks and feels and how much it shrinks. It also doesn't feel like it's professional enough. You may feel like others won't accept or respect your hair in professional, academic, or even casual social settings. In this episode, we'll explore personal journeys and strategies to overcome insecurities and embrace the beauty of your natural hair. Click to join the Clean & Simple with Carmen email list for updates and access to her Habits Blueprint. Enroll in the Home Hair Care Academy . Watch or listen to this and future...
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70: The Delicate Balance Behind an Itchy Scalp
Clean & Simple with Carmen
You'd be surprised what an itchy scalp tells you about your habits and lifestyle. In this episode. Carmen takes you behind the scenes of how her itch that came three days post-cleansing led her to a realization. A wash-n-go may still be defined days after you cleanse, but a long-lasting style could work against you. Have you considered that your gorgeous style could be forcing you to conform and be impractical? Let's talk about it! Click to join the Clean & Simple with Carmen email list for updates and access to her Habits Blueprint. Enroll in the Home Hair Care...
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69: Clearing the Chaos: Decluttering Your Way to Bliss
Clean & Simple with Carmen
In this episode of Clean & Simple with Carmen, she delves into the connection between clutter and chaos. Carmen draws from her personal experiences of growing up in a cluttered environment. She also shares how this upbringing motivated her to adopt a clutter-free lifestyle. Join her as she takes you behind the scenes of her journey. Learn about how she detoxed and organized her hair product collection as well! Click to join the Clean & Simple with Carmen email list for updates and access to her Habits Blueprint. Register for the FREE Natural Hair webinar . Get a...
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68: Not a New Year's Resolution Person? Try This Instead.
Clean & Simple with Carmen
In this episode, Carmen shares a life hack to setting and achieving clear intentions and healthy habits for your hair and life. Plus you get to watch never-seen-before tight curl pro training (on her YouTube) while she shares her art of creating habits, setting intentions, and reaching goals both personally and professionally. Click to join the Clean & Simple with Carmen email list for updates and access to her Habits Blueprint. Register for the FREE Natural Hair webinar . Get a free copy of the digital Hair Product Guide .
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67: New Year, New Brand: Introducing Clean & Simple with Carmen
Clean & Simple with Carmen
Notice anything different about the podcast? In this episode, Carmen deep dives into the role our routines and habits play in our quality of life. This exploration ultimately inspired the rebrand from Brown Skin Women to Clean & Simple with Carmen. With the new year comes a new outlook, and Carmen wants to share her insight on her clean and simple lifestyle. This episode will explain what to expect from future episodes of Clean & Simple with Carmen! Click to join the Clean & Simple with Carmen email list for updates and access to her Habits Blueprint. Register for...
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66: So, What Natural Hair Products Should We Use?
Clean & Simple with Carmen
In this compelling episode, join Carmen as she unveils the reasons behind her past hesitation to tackle the ever-elusive question of which natural hair products to use. Delve deep into the crucial role that hair products play in the challenges faced by consumers and discover the exciting new approach we're taking to demystify this topic moving forward. Get ready to unlock the secrets to healthier, happier hair!
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65: 2 Reasons to Consult a Dermatologist for Hair Loss
Clean & Simple with Carmen
After many long years serving thousands of clients, Carmen has seen many hair loss-related issues that in this episode, she will explore with you in today's episode. Additionally, she will explore scalp-related issues and Support with hair restoration. Check out episode 55 to deep dive into alopecia awareness.
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64: Do You Have a Relaxed Hair Mindset?
Clean & Simple with Carmen
In this episode, Carmen explores what the relaxer mindset is and how it may be whats causing you to struggle with your natural hair. There are many habits and routines one should do with chemically relaxed hair that does not apply with natural virgin hair. Let's take a deep dive to explore further and discuss everything you need to know.
info_outlineThis special episode features an intimate conversation between host Carmen Veal and Special Guest Debbie McDonald. We explore in great detail doing a big chop and transitioning, understanding texture, porosity levels and health and wellness. We later go on to answer some frequently asked questions by Brown Skin Women looking to build a healthy relationship and regimen for their hair.