Friends in Beauty Podcast
Welcome to the Friends in Beauty Podcast, hosted by Akua Robinson, Makeup Artist, Beauty Educator, and the creator of Friends in Beauty. This podcast is a safe space for ambitious beauty industry creatives to have real talk, get real answers and practical tools to grow their businesses, learn the keys to success & longevity in the beauty industry, and most importantly have fun! The Friends in Beauty Podcast is an extension of Akua Robinson’s Friends in Beauty networking events and is an opportunity to candidly connect with her and her amazing guests each week as they chat and kick it like real #FriendsinBeauty do. Guests share personal insight on their journeys and their pillars to success that have allowed them to create a business of their dreams and live life on their own terms. You ready? Let’s Connect! Follow us on social media: @friendsinbeauty @akuarobinson
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Ep. 183: Reviving Confidence One Strand At A Time With The Scalp Boss - Taneka Walker
09/20/2023
Ep. 183: Reviving Confidence One Strand At A Time With The Scalp Boss - Taneka Walker
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Taneka Walker to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Taneka started The Scalp Boss to address the regrowth of hair issues so many Americans are faced with. Over 80 million Americans both men and women, suffer from hair loss. Restoring confidence one strand at a time hits home for her. Taneka empathizes with her clients as she has battled thinning edges and scarring from an accident. She understands how improving your inward feelings can impact how you feel on the inside and outside. So, she wants to provide education and support to people that want to restore their confidence. Outside of being a nurse practitioner she is also a serial entrepreneur. She has bridged her passion for both healthcare and entrepreneurship to make a positive impact in her community and surrounding areas. Taneka is hyper-focused on providing inspiration, encouragement, and cultivating healthy lifestyle changes, and improving one’s confidence, self-esteem, and self-worth. She owns a specialty bakery with her family, Kai’s Baking (inspired by her daughter, Kai) that focuses on gluten-free, low-carb, and keto-friendly baked goods. In her downtime, she enjoys watching movies with her family, brunch, and shopping with her daughter. You can find her in the gym 3-5 days a week. Her biggest accomplishment is being a mom of two. She is a proud volleyball and basketball mom. Enjoy this episode!! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Taneka Walker (Instagram) - The Scalp Boss (Instagram) - The Scalp Boss (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 182: Hair Drama on Set: Shalita Grant's Bold Exit & Haircare Triumph With Four Naturals Hair
09/13/2023
Ep. 182: Hair Drama on Set: Shalita Grant's Bold Exit & Haircare Triumph With Four Naturals Hair
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Shalita Grant to the Friends in Beauty guest chair! Shalita, a Tony-nominated actress, made headlines when she courageously left a popular TV show due to her struggle with traction alopecia and hair damage, which affected her in front of millions of viewers. Determined to find a solution, she developed a groundbreaking plant-based hair treatment that addressed her own complex type 4 hair issues. This led her to establish Four Naturals Hair in her dining room in Toluca Lake, California in 2019, which has now expanded into a nationwide salon and home care treatment system. With its plant-based active ingredients, the Four Naturals Treatment has become a transformative solution for textured hair, allowing Shalita's characters to look their best. Through her brand, she has empowered her clients, lovingly called Curlfriends, to experience newfound freedom and confidence with their type 4 hair, whether on vacation or in their daily lives. Shalita's commitment to healing and uplifting Black women has also extended to developing a patent-pending textured hair detangling technique that brings pain-free and stress-free experiences to both mothers and their children. Despite her own hair struggles, Shalita chose to rise above and make a positive impact in the industry, while finding joy in her personal life with her partner, former MMA World Champion Jessica Aguilar, and their three dogs in Puebla, Mexico. Enjoy this episode!! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Shalita Grant (Instagram) - Four Naturals Hair (Instagram) - Four Naturals Hair (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 181: Sobriety, Transformation, and Triumph - The UNBOSSING Of Allison Doss
09/09/2023
Ep. 181: Sobriety, Transformation, and Triumph - The UNBOSSING Of Allison Doss
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Allison Doss to the Friends in Beauty guest chair! Allison started her hair career just 5 years ago, at the age of 42, proving it is never too late and you’re never too old to pivot and try something new and be great at it! Because of her grit, determination and passion, she was chosen to be a Global Educator for her favorite lightening product Blonde Solutions. She has also been nominated and received Blonding awards internationally. It’s incredibly hard to believe that from the age of 17 until 41 years old, she suffered from alcoholism and drug addiction that resulted in homelessness and a complete loss of integrity, self worth and direction. And although she has been a shining star on her new path of sobriety and professionalism, it didn’t mean that the world would bow down to her expectations. After her husband revealed his acceptance of his gender identity struggle, the long road of heartbreak, acceptance and surrender for Allison began. She writes about the chaos and healing in her soon-to-be published book THE UNBOSSING. Allison is embarking upon a new journey as a Global Transformational Speaker to share with others how rock bottom can be the solid foundation where you build a new life! Be on the lookout for her raw and vulnerable podcast “Girl With the Butterfly Tattoo.” Enjoy this episode!! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Allison Doss (Instagram) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 180: From Startup To Success: Melissa Butler's Journey As CEO Of The Lip Bar + Thread Beauty
09/06/2023
Ep. 180: From Startup To Success: Melissa Butler's Journey As CEO Of The Lip Bar + Thread Beauty
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Melissa Butler to the Friends in Beauty guest chair! Increasing representation and empowering women one day at a time, Melissa Butler, is a Detroit native who has skillfully and strategically launched parent company The Lip Bar Inc, which houses the cruelty-free, disruptive, and innovative beauty brands The Lip Bar and Thread Beauty, into a nationwide phenomenon. Her pivot from stocks and bonds to beauty is one that she describes as natural and necessary, as her frustrations with the beauty industry’s lack of diversity, inclusion, and non-toxic offerings. Melissa decided who better than herself to provide a solution. When Melissa started The Lip Bar in 2011, there was little to no conversation about inclusion in the beauty industry, and lines with large shade ranges were often laden with chemicals or incredibly expensive. While Melissa did not think of herself as a makeup maven or as an entrepreneur, she was a consumer who couldn’t find what she needed. As a result, she started experimenting with cosmetic chemistry in her kitchen creating lipsticks, and eventually left her job on Wall Street to expand The Lip Bar as the vegan, non-toxic, and inclusive beauty brand. In the midst of celebrating the 10th year anniversary of The Lip Bar, Melissa launched Thread Beauty in February 2022 as the first-of-its-kind, unapologetically inclusive and cruelty-free brand inspired by the authentic experiences of Gen Z people of color. The brand challenges the lack of representation for the gender fluid community while offering inclusive and multi-use products at an amazing price point, with all of the Thread products at $8. Today The Lip Bar is sold in its flagship store located in Downtown Detroit, and sold on TheLipBar.com, Target, Walmart, and recently launched in 3,000 CVS stores nationwide. Thread Beauty is available for purchase at threadbeauty.co, Target.com, and Target stores nationwide. Enjoy this episode!! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Melissa Butler (Instagram) - The Lip Bar (Instagram) - Thread Beauty (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 179: The $10,000 Day Beauty Blueprint
08/30/2023
Ep. 179: The $10,000 Day Beauty Blueprint
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Taj Mahaly, Founder of Mahaly Spa & Solo Esthetician Coach, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair! After completing her aesthetic education in Greensboro, North Carolina, Taj was determined to create a space that would foster self-confidence and transformative services for all. In 2019, Taj opened the clinic as a solo esthetician, driven by nothing but her passion and 6 years of spa experience from spas in Denver, Colorado to Winston Salem and High Point. Her mission was to make others feel beautiful and help them tackle their skin care issues. Taj, herself, had gone through severe cystic acne and stubborn hyperpigmentation, which she knew could have a huge impact on self-esteem and mental health. She soon realized that her vision of innovative and results-driven treatments was exactly what High Point needed. As her services and client base grew, Taj knew it was time to expand and offer even more treatments and availability to her local community - and that's exactly what she did! As time passed, and a pandemic waltzed in Taj knew that she wanted to reach out to others and teach them about their skin. She knew the masses were at home DIYing and coconut oiling themselves to death and she couldn’t bear the thought of it. YouTube is where Taj began teaching everyday skin care enthusiasts how to properly take care of their skin and glow without breaking the budget and it became her passion. Being able to help people across the global plane with their skin care concerns is far beyond what she imagined and she cannot wait to see where she goes from here. Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Taj Mahaly (Instagram) - Mahaly Spa (Instagram) - Mahaly Spa (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 178: Makeup Artists' Dream Kit: Stylish Travel With StunnerBee Beauty
08/23/2023
Ep. 178: Makeup Artists' Dream Kit: Stylish Travel With StunnerBee Beauty
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Brianna Meshack to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Brianna is a Makeup Artist & Owner of StunnerBee Beauty. Makeup, entrepreneurship and beauty are things Brianna is literally obsessed about! She loves the idea of women striving to make their own way in life and being unapologetically independent. The idea & brand, StunnerBee Beauty, was formed out of the need to have Makeup Luggage that made Brianna perform more efficiently as an artist, looked luxurious and was portable. So she designed The BlackOut Collection and The ShellShock Case to fill this void in the marketplace. Product development is near and dear to her heart and it's something she enjoys immensely. Brianna’s hope is that you enjoy the brand as much as she does creating it. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN THE DIGITAL LOCTICIAN ACADEMY - USE CODE ‘FIB’ FOR 20%OFF — ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Brianna Meshack (Instagram) - Shop Stunner Bee (Instagram) - Shop StunnerBee (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 177: Creating Kid Friendly Beauty With Petite ‘N Pretty CEO, Samantha Cutler
08/16/2023
Ep. 177: Creating Kid Friendly Beauty With Petite ‘N Pretty CEO, Samantha Cutler
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Samantha Cutler to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Sam is the Founder of Petite ‘n Pretty, a Beverly Hills-based prestige beauty brand for young creatives. With 15-years of experience developing prestige beauty products, Samantha is no stranger to innovating and launching new concepts, having formulated some of the industry’s favorite cult products for brands including MAC, Smashbox and Stila. However, it wasn’t until she became a mother that her journey into creating a new, essential category in beauty began. Having been makeup-obsessed from a young age, Samantha has always viewed cosmetics as an outlet for individuality and self-expression. From working behind the makeup counter to designing products for top brands, there was one thing that always stuck with Samantha: the creative freedom that came with her first beauty experience, sparked from those special moments at her mother’s vanity as a child. Years later, those memories came to life once again, watching her own children light up when swiping on sparkles. But this time, Samantha realized that the products that her children were using were far from created for them and set out on a glitter revolution, developing a brand specifically for the next generation. Launched in summer 2018, Samantha founded Petite ‘n Pretty to encourage girls and boys to sparkle outside the lines while exploring, expressing and embracing individuality with products developed just for them. Blending her background as a product developer and mother, with the playful glimmer of her hometown of Beverly Hills, each product provides a beyond high-quality beauty interaction with youthful shades and textures. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Petite ‘n Pretty (Instagram) - Petite ‘n Pretty (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 176: Eyeshadow Made Easy: Introducing Smile With Your Eyes By Sonia Jackson Myles
08/09/2023
Ep. 176: Eyeshadow Made Easy: Introducing Smile With Your Eyes By Sonia Jackson Myles
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Sonia Jackson Myles to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Sonia is the Founder of The Sister Accord LLC and The Sister Accord Foundation, whose movement is changing the way girls and women treat, support, and interact with each other. She recently officially launched Smile With Your Eyes By Sonia Jackson Myles. This new patent pending beauty product, a stencil for eyeshadow application, allows everyone to apply eyeshadow precisely and effectively. A portion of sale proceeds will go to The Sister Accord®️ Foundation’s scholarship program. The Smile With Your Eyes Eyeshadow Stencil is an easy-to-use guide accompanied by simple yet detailed instructions. By applying the stencil directly to their eyelids, users are able to create the look they desire. Sonia designed the eyeshadow stencil in response to the many women of all ages who shared with her that they didn’t feel comfortable using makeup, and in particular, eyeshadow. The tool has already been endorsed by a number of celebrity makeup artists, including Rory Lee, Janice and Denise Tunnell, and Rashida LaShawn Williams (who is also known as The Glam Doctor). I had such a great time chatting with Sonia. In this interview Sonia shares: -A glimpse into her career as an advisor and executive coach to Fortune 500 companies and startups -Why she inspired to create The Sister Accord Foundation -Her experience with bullying growing up -How she’s helping young girls and women build trust and sisterhood -The inspiration behind creating Smile With Your Eyes -Possibly expansions to the line -And so much encouragement in between Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: The Sister Accord (Instagram) - The Sister Accord (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 175: From Setbacks to Success: Charlisa Harris' Journey Of Rebuilding Mylani Beauty From Scratch
08/02/2023
Ep. 175: From Setbacks to Success: Charlisa Harris' Journey Of Rebuilding Mylani Beauty From Scratch
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast I welcome Charlisa Harris, Hair Stylist & CEO of Mylani Beauty & Vegan Haircare to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Mylani Beauty was founded out of care and necessity. As a mother of 3, Charlisa struggled to find products that were suitable for their various hair and skincare needs. Most importantly, it was hard to find products that didn't contain known toxins and ingredients linked to hormonal imbalances and carcinogens. As a stylist, she also found difficulty when recommending products to her clients to sustain their needs. None of the suggestions seemed right, and most were filled with harmful ingredients. Unfortunately, that was all the market had to offer at the time. With that void in mind, she thought it was best to use her expertise to create a product that not only would she feel comfortable in recommending, but one that she could use to care for her clients' in her salon. This is what gave birth to the Mylani suite of products. I had such a great time chatting with Charlisa! In this interview she shares: -How being fired from multiple jobs ultimately led to her opening her own salon -How her whole product line was stolen from her and she had to start over from scratch -The inspiration behind creating Mylani Beauty -If all stylists should diversify their income with products -How its been growing a salon and beauty brand simultaneously -The conspiracy behind the beauty supply stores placed in black communities -The importance of investing in yourself and so much Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Mylani Beauty (Intagram) - @mylaniveganhaircare Charlisa (Instagram) - @chadowboxx Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 174: Smile Secrets Uncovered: Myths, Tips, and Tales From Celebrity Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. V
07/26/2023
Ep. 174: Smile Secrets Uncovered: Myths, Tips, and Tales From Celebrity Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. V
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Celebrity Cosmetic Dentist, Dr. Victoria Veytsman, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Dr. V is one of the most sought-after female celebrity dentists in her highly niche field, specializing in cosmetic dentistry, anti-aging dentistry and dento-facial aesthetics. With offices in New York City and Los Angeles plus a well-established roster of global A-list clients, no one understands the art of “the smile makeover” more than her. She decided to open Cosmetic Dental Studios in her late twenties (no business plan, but a crystal clear vision of something totally unique), which was only the beginning of her disruption of a male-dominated industry. Since then, she has grown her female-founded business to oversee two private practices centered around wellness and well-being—on opposite coasts—and it’s her nurturing, hands-on approach that has continued to set her apart from her peers and attract an elite clientele. Dr. V’s goal was to create a practice that organically attracted patients by exhibiting values like integrity, but she never imagined her mission would amount to an extensive celebrity roster. She is the official dentist of the Miss USA and Miss America organizations, as well as the New York Giants Cheerleaders, and she has treated a number of actors, models, and athletes, along the likes of Hailey Bieber, Madison Beer, Angela Bassett, Jeremy Piven, Kate Walsh, Dascha Polanco, and many more. In this interview. Dr. V shares: -Why she decided to open her own dental practice and the evolution of her business -The importance of attracting clients that align with her business values -How your smile is the gateway to your overall health -How being first generation American has shaped her work ethic -The intricate process behind her smile makeovers and how she’s working with brides for their big day -Challenges she faces with balancing business and her personal life -Common myths about cosmetic dentistry that aren’t true Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Dr. V (Instagram) - Dr. V (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 173: Teen Beauty & Bloody Bruises: A Chat With The Makeup Department Head Of ‘Bottoms’ - Natalie Johnson
07/19/2023
Ep. 173: Teen Beauty & Bloody Bruises: A Chat With The Makeup Department Head Of ‘Bottoms’ - Natalie Johnson
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Film Makeup Artist, Natalie Johnson, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Natalie is the makeup department head behind the hit SXSW Selected film , which premiered on March 11 at the festival and will have its wide release this summer. Bottoms follows two queer high school students who start a fight club to convince two popular cheerleaders to hook up with them. In Bottoms, Natalie had the unique opportunity to combine the makeup skills she’s demonstrated in her many years of working on horror films with a more lighthearted, teen dramedy. While drawing inspiration from classic 90s teen movies, such as Never Been Kissed or She’s All That, for the teenage beauty looks, Natalie also referenced Fight Club for the film’s more gory scenes. The range seen in the film from the bare, beautiful makeup the teenage girls wear to the moments where the characters are covered in blood and bruises is a true testament to the quality of Natalie’s work. One of the key goals Natalie had for this project was to keep the makeup looking as realistic as possible despite the unrealistic nature of the story’s world. This meant using bare, natural-looking makeup on the adult actors and adding skin imperfections similar to what teenagers experience. Natalie was also mindful of the realism of injuries, ensuring, for example, that the color of a bruise progressed naturally as time passed in the story. In this interview Natalie shares: -A snapshot of her career as a MUA and how it lead her to film -Her favorite types of film projects to work on -All about the upcoming movie Bottoms and her process for creating the makeup looks -Her role as a makeup department head -The process for becoming a part of the Local 798 makeup and hair union -How to develop your skills to work in film -And so much more Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: BOTTOMS TRAILER: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Natalie Johnson (Instagram) - Natalie Johsnon (Etsy Shop) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 172: The Inspiring Journey of Hair Sprinkles Loc Adornments With The Creator, Amber Mimz
07/12/2023
Ep. 172: The Inspiring Journey of Hair Sprinkles Loc Adornments With The Creator, Amber Mimz
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome the creator of Hair Sprinkles, Amber Mimz to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Artist, Creative Entrepreneur, Educator and so much more embody Amber Mimz. She is a native Washingtonian, Graduate of Duke Ellington School of the Arts and BFA Degree holder from The New School University. Amber has taken her creative pursuits and turned them into her own world. Considering herself an Artist Completely. As a recording, performing and touring artist she would also create in various ways from making jewelry to artistic direction. In 2012 this led to one of her best friends asking for her help to style a shoot. She shared the Bead Cap style done by Anu Prestonia, worn by Alfree Woodard in the Spike Lee classic “Crooklyn” as inspiration for her look. Her goal at the moment was to deliver for her friend and recreate it as best she could. After a long night of experimentation, ingenuity and past creative experiences, Hair Sprinkles was born. Amber worked in her sister’s salon honing what became Hair Sprinkles on various hair types, styles, textures and client needs - perfecting tools, materials & adornment types for so many different kinds of women. She was always asked to teach and or share her talents for Hair Sprinkles and by 2018 she did just that. By creating a certificate program she’s certified over 2 dozen other small business owners, stylists & creatives in the first 2 years of the workshop, was recognized by WEDC as an innovative business and began working with the Smithsonian Hirshhorn Museum as an arts facilitator. In 2023 She creative directed her 2nd museum activation, this time with The Academy Museum in Los Angeles, CA to launch their “Regeneration Summit” exhibition. Highlighting the Black Glamor Era. Now celebrating 11 years in business Mimz is excited to enter a new era of Hair Art & education. In this interview Amber shares: -Hair Sprinkles story + everything you need to know about Hair Sprinkles -Challenges with developing the brand & shady mentors -How she feels about knock off Hair Sprinkles -Why she ventured into education -Her dream Hair Sprinkles clients she’d love to adorn -Her experience working with the Academy in LA -The future of Hair Sprinkles and so much more Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Hair Sprinkles(Instagram) - Hair Sprinkles (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 171: From Plus-Size Model to CEO Of Glamazon Beauty: Kim Baker's 30 Year Journey In The Beauty Industry
07/05/2023
Ep. 171: From Plus-Size Model to CEO Of Glamazon Beauty: Kim Baker's 30 Year Journey In The Beauty Industry
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome the CEO of Glamazon Beauty, Kim Baker, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair! Kim Baker is a New York-based commercial makeup artist and former Wilhelmina Model who specializes in working with celebrities and models. Kim's unique background and approach to beauty is what sets her apart from her peers. For 20 years, Kim was in front of the camera, beginning as a size 4 model and then in the early 90s became what was considered one of the pioneers in the plus size industry. During that time, Kim was influenced by some of the best makeup artists in the industry - Fran Cooper, Reggie Wells, Quietfire, Kevyn Aucoin and Paul Star. Her very first makeup artist, at age 13, was the legend Way Bandy. In 2006, Kim received her big break - working for Hollywood A-Lister Tom Cruise and actor Ving Rahmes for the Mission Impossible movie press junket. And the rest is history ... working with everyone from NASCAR driver Danica Patrick, songstress Toni Braxton and singer John Legend to actress Dakota Fanning and radio personality Angela Yee, to name a few, as well as on the countless TV shows including America's Next Top Model. Today, Kim has turned her passion for beauty into working with everyday women and has created a cosmetics line, Glamazon Beauty, to enhance that "special something" she believes everyone has that makes them beautiful - her favorite feature, their personality. In this interview Kim shares: -A glimpse into her journey from model, makeup artist, and brand owner -An experience with discrimination as a model that made led to her to pursue makeup artistry -What it was like work with Bobbi Brown in the beginning -The start and evolution of Glamazon Beauty -The importance of advocating for yourself -Advice on starting and funding your beauty brand -How she has built and leveraged relationships in the industry over the years -What’s next for the brand and so much more Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Glamazon Beauty (Instagram) - Glamazon Beauty (Website) - Kim Baker (Instagram) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 170: The Love Hormone Unveiled: Exploring The Power Of Oxytocin With Dr. Nicole Hayre
06/28/2023
Ep. 170: The Love Hormone Unveiled: Exploring The Power Of Oxytocin With Dr. Nicole Hayre
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Dr. Nicole Hayre to the Friends in Beauty guest chair! Dr. Hayre is a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and received her medical degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. In 2003 Dr. Hayre founded the Cosmetic Dermatology Center which she developed into a successful boutique practice in McLean Virginia. The center has consistently been awarded “Best Dermatology Practice of Northern Virginia” in Virginia Living Magazine. Dr. Hayre has brought her love of science and research to her practice and eventually was inspired to perform a pilot study that proved a clinical link between Oxytocin (“the love hormone”) and the health and beauty of skin. This ground-breaking work caught the attention of the Dermatology field and was featured as the lead article in the peer-reviewed Journal of Drugs in Dermatology in December 2020 and recognized to be one of the top stories in Dermatology of 2021 by Dermatology Times. With this exciting revelation in mind, Dr. Hayre coined the Oxytocin Social Exchange System which describes how human’s health responds in a positive way to connection and touch with others. She also created the Cutocin skincare line, formulated with a patent-pending botanical which mimics the effects of Oxytocin in the skin. In this interview Dr. Hayre shares: -A snapshot of her career in the medical field -What led to her pilot study that uncovered her discovery of the effects of Oxytocin on the skin -The science behind her Cutocin skincare line -The market research she did to solidify her discovery -How Oxytocin is linked to other facets of our health -Exciting new tech in dermatology -And so much more Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Cutocin (Instagram) - Cutocin (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 169: Tea Time With Akua: The 12 Week Year, AI Revolution, The Podcast Summit
06/21/2023
Ep. 169: Tea Time With Akua: The 12 Week Year, AI Revolution, The Podcast Summit
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I’m trying out something new…Let me know what you think when you see it. Also, I share how I’m refocusing on my goals after reading The 12 Week Year, how shiny object syndrome had me in a chokehold, my fascination with AI, and looking to you for suggestions on what you’d like to see on the podcast. I also tell you about manifesting the opportunity to attend the Podcast Summit, how I met David Shands & Donni Wiggins - the hosts of the Social Proof Podcast, and invite you to attend the next Friends in Beauty event in July. If you resonate with this episode leave a 5 star review, comment, and/or DM me your thoughts. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -The 12 Week Year -DIY Podcaster Course -@projectbeautybrand -Chat GPT -Chopcast -The Social Proof Podcast -Podcast Summit - Use Code ‘15Akua’ For 15% OFF Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 168: Unlocking the Secrets of Alopecia: Natural Healing and Hair Growth with Alopecia Angel - Johanna Dahlman
06/14/2023
Ep. 168: Unlocking the Secrets of Alopecia: Natural Healing and Hair Growth with Alopecia Angel - Johanna Dahlman
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Johanna Dahlman , the Founder & Owner of Alopecia Angel, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Alopecia Angel helps heal and reverse autoimmune alopecia 100% naturally with no medications or pharmaceuticals needed and has created a framework for success for various types of alopecia and hair loss naturally. They have helped hundreds of clients in over 60 countries from alopecia totalis, alopecia universalis, alopecia areata, diffuse, Telogen Effluvium, and even scarring alopecia and more. They also cater to adults and children. As the founder and creator, Johanna has personally gone through alopecia areata and overcame it naturally as well. It was this situation that led her to create a framework and program that is now in multiple languages helping others get results and answers in less time. I had such an amazing conversation with Johanna. Alopecia is something that is very common and I actually know quite a few people who have different types of Alopecia but I was always of the belief that certain types of alopecia couldn’t be reversed. Johanna broke down all the facts. In this interview she shares: -What is alopecia & how she was first diagnosed -The different types of alopecia and how common it is -What can trigger alopecia and the mental, emotional, and physical toll it can take on your body -All about her Hair n Heal program that’s helping her clients see hair growth in as little as 4 weeks -How she manages the expectations of her clients on this journey -Some of the amazing results and stories her clients have shared -How friends and family can support someone with alopecia -Common misconceptions about alopecia and so much more I learned so much during my time with Johanna and I pray that this reaches someone who it can help. If you know someone who is living with alopecia right now please share this interview with them. There is a solution for them. Let’s go ahead and jump into this chat with Johanna and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Learn More About Lead | ROLFS Global Institute: Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Alopecia Angel Podcast -Hair N Heal Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Alopecia Angel (Instagram) - Alopecia Angel (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 167: Cleverman Chronicles: How Carlos Barreto Is Transforming Hair and Beard Color for Men
06/07/2023
Ep. 167: Cleverman Chronicles: How Carlos Barreto Is Transforming Hair and Beard Color for Men
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Carlos Baretto, the CEO of Cleverman, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Carlos is an international marketing professional with extensive experience in building successful consumer businesses across multiple geographies. He has worked with major companies such as The Coca-Cola Company, P&G, Kimberly-Clark, and Revlon Corporation, honing his skills in product and brand-building management. Carlos has successfully built a six-figure business with Cleverman, offering the most customized hair and beard color for men. Cleverman has recently received funding and is growing rapidly, launching new products and expanding into new channels. Carlos is passionate about delivering customized solutions to consumers and is excited to continue to grow and innovate in this space. I had such a great time talking to Carlos! The fact that he has successfully worked with so many major brands and has now launched his own I had so many questions for him. In this interview Carlos shares: -A glimpse into his marketing background for some of the top brands -The technical process for launching Cleverman -Why he chose to launch with hair color for men first -The rising opportunities in the market for men focused brands -Some of his male grooming fails -His expert advice on marketing to your clients -How he’s using AI for his brand -The future of Cleverman and so much Let’s go ahead and jump into this conversation with Carlos and if you prefer to watch our faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Learn More About Lead | ROLFS Global Institute: Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Cleverman Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Cleverman (Instagram) - Cleverman (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 166: From YouTube Sensation to Hair Care Maven: The Inspiring Story of Miche Beauty
05/31/2023
Ep. 166: From YouTube Sensation to Hair Care Maven: The Inspiring Story of Miche Beauty
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Michelle Ballard to the Friends in Beauty Guest chair. Michelle is the CEO and Co-Founder of Miche Beauty, a premium handmade hair care brand that makes clean, simple, and effective products for all textured hair types. What started as an exploration of her own natural hair journey on Youtube in 2012 unearthed this Maryland native’s passion for educating other women on how to style and maintain their curls confidently. This passion quickly evolved into a personal mission to transform the beauty industry by redefining the complexities of hair care with simple solutions. After noticing a need for hair products that catered to all naturally curly textures, Michelle united her solution-driven spirit with her chemistry studies and alongside her husband Jonathan Ballard, launched and self-funded Miche Beauty in 2016. With Michelle at the helm of its vision and product development, Miche Beauty is ushering in a renaissance to the modern natural hair movement with its triple threat approach — championing the universal practice of “Simple Handcrafted Beauty.” I had such a great time chatting with Michelle. This is a little peek into what can happen if you just START! In this interview Michelle shares: -A glimpse into her natural hair journey -How sharing natural hair tips on YouTube ultimately lead to the birth of Miche Beauty -How product production has expanded since 2016 with the growth of the brand -One of the best testimonials she has received that blew her away -Changes in the natural hair community over the years -Pros and cons of selling products on Amazon -What it’s like working with her husband -What’s next for Miche Beauty and so much more Let’s go ahead and jump into the conversation with Michelle and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Learn More About Lead | ROLFS Global Institute: Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -ChatGPT -ChatOn -Miche Beauty Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Miche Beauty (Instagram) - Miche Beauty (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 165: The Future of Beauty Education: Unlocking Opportunities For Beauty Pros Through Higher Education With Francis Tesmer
05/24/2023
Ep. 165: The Future of Beauty Education: Unlocking Opportunities For Beauty Pros Through Higher Education With Francis Tesmer
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Francis Tesmer to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Francis is the Founder and CEO of Lead | ROLFS Global Institute powered by L'Oréal USA Professional Products Division. She utilizes her global credibility as a German Economic Senator advocating for equality, education, social justice, and economic growth, to transform the beauty industry. Francis believes with over 8 million beauty professionals around the world, most of whom are women, the time has come to provide next level education to this population and empower them with knowledge that can influence millions of humans in a positive and transformative way. I had such a wonderful time chatting with Francis. She has so much energy and you can really feel how passionate she is about helping beauty professionals elevate their careers. In this interview Francis shares: -What motivated her to create Lead - the first ever higher education pathway for beauty pros -The advocacy process for gaining support from local colleges to offer these programs -What kind of classes are offered and how the curriculum was thoughtfully planned -The type of careers that beauty pros can pursue after receiving their Associates & Bachelors degree -How she’s working to change the narrative on how careers in beauty are perceived -Advice on dealing with negative feedback from friends and family -All about the first graduating class and how they’re celebrating and so much more Friends in Beauty, you’re really going to enjoy this conversation because I know I did. Francis has a vision and to have someone advocating for beauty pros the way that she is is truly admirable. Let’s go ahead and jump into this conversation with Francis and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Learn More About Lead | ROLFS Global Institute: Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Lead | ROLFS Global Institute Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Lead | ROLF Global Institute (Instagram) - Lead | ROLF Global Institute (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 164: The SwirlyCurly Success Story: How Keziah Dhamma Transformed the Natural Hair Industry
05/17/2023
Ep. 164: The SwirlyCurly Success Story: How Keziah Dhamma Transformed the Natural Hair Industry
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Keziah Dhamma to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Keziah is the Founder and CEO of , the #1 premium hair accessory brand for curly naturals. She is also the creator of the SwirlyCurly Method, a simplified approach to natural hair care, CurlCollege & the author of The SwirlyCurly Method. The EASY Step by Step Guide to Getting The Natural Curls You Love! Keziah has helped over 200,000 curly haired women get beautifully long, moisturized, healthy curls in less time and with less effort through her company SwirlyCurly and education. Keziah has experienced the frustration that a lack of know-how and access to quality products can cause women of the natural hair community; her goal is to empower other women to love their hair. I had a great time chatting with Keziah! In this interview she shares: -All about the ups and downs of her natural hair journey -What led her to create the SwirlyCurly brand -How her SwirlyCurly method has simplified natural hair care -Unforeseen challenges with running the brand -The importance of quality control when you have a physical product -How she’s educating the masses through CurlCollege -How she leverages YouTube to promote brand sales -Being featured on Oprah Daily -And so much more I know my curly girls are going to love this one. Let’s go ahead and jump into this amazing conversation with Keziah and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Shop our natural hair products and use code podcast15 for 15% off your entire order. Join our CurlCollege community and learn via video tutorials . Get a FREE copy of the SwirlyCurly method book by going to . Social Links For SwirlyCurly Stay in touch with Keziah Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Chuka The Rich Barber -Shai The Curl Doctor -Vernon Francois -Ad Fairy Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: SwirlyCurly (Instagram) - SwirlyCurly (Website) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 163: The Rise of Indie Beauty Brands: A Candid Conversation with Veil Cosmetics Founder Sébastien Tardif
05/10/2023
Ep. 163: The Rise of Indie Beauty Brands: A Candid Conversation with Veil Cosmetics Founder Sébastien Tardif
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Celebrity Makeup Artist Sebastien Tardif to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Sébastien’s work has taken him to New York, London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Tokyo and beyond. For more than 25 years, he has led innovation for many global luxury brands, and has beautified celebrities including Naomi Campbell, Nelly Furtado, Jane Fonda, Olivia Palermo and Glen Close to name a few. He has led makeup direction for more than 100 fashion week shows in New York and internationally, and his signature illuminated makeup has appeared in Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Elle magazines and more. He is the creator of Veil Cosmetics, renowned for its textural superiority, and a cult favorite amongst beauty experts and professionals. I had the best conversation with Sebastien and I absolutely loved his energy! It’s always exciting to get another Makeup Artist on the show because we can really dive deep into some makeup chat and that’s exactly what we did. In this interview Sebastien shares: -Some of career highlights from his 25 years in the industry -The inspiration behind creating Veil Cosmetics -How he’s able to determine which products to launch next -The biggest challenge that he faces with having an indie beauty brand -His opinion of the rise of celebrity beauty brands -His key to the no makeup makeup look -Tips for male beauty makeup -His keys to longevity & success in the industry and so much more This was such an open and honest conversation and I really appreciate Sebastien so much for sharing so openly with us. Let’s go ahead and jump into this chat and if you prefer to watch our gorgeous faces & see some of his products then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Veil Cosmetics Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Veil Cosmetics (Instagram) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 162: Kia Ragland's Journey from Cosmetologist to Product Developer at Kylie Cosmetics
05/03/2023
Ep. 162: Kia Ragland's Journey from Cosmetologist to Product Developer at Kylie Cosmetics
Ep. 162: Kia Ragland's Journey from Cosmetologist to Product Developer at Kylie Cosmetics On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome , Director of Product Development - Color Cosmetics & Skin for Kylie Cosmetics. Ragland is a proud woman of color credited with creating beauty products and formulas for women of all complexions and skin tones. Before joining the Kylie Cosmetics & Skin team, Kia began her career as a cosmetologist and a certified makeup artist that felt like she was destined for more. Her determination to be a part of change led her to continue her education at the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM), where she discovered product development. Product development ended up being the career that Kia knew she was destined for because, as a biracial woman, she felt that she was not represented in the beauty industry, and this would allow her to be behind products that were not only meant for her skin and complexion but for other women as well. As Kia began to obtain experience from being an Intern at Stila Cosmetics and later working there, her career began to propel when becoming a Product Developer at Estee Lauder, working on the Smashbox Cosmetics brand, where she worked on the iconic team behind . Today, Kia is one of the lead product developers of color cosmetics and skincare at Kylie Cosmetics. I had such a wonderful time chatting with Kia. Product development is one of those things that doesn’t get talked about much in the industry so having this conversation with Kia was truly eye opening and so much fun. In this interview Kia shares: -What sparked her interest in beauty at a young age -What led her to pursue product development as a career -The product development process from idea to consumer -Her opinion on the rise of celebrity beauty brands -Her proudest moment as a product developer so far -Spring/summer beauty trends she’s loving -What you need to become a product developer and sooo much more Let’s get into it! This will definitely open your eyes to another career path that you may want to take in the beauty industry. Let’s go ahead and jump into this chat with Kia and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Smashbox -Kylie Cosmetics Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Kia Ragland (Instagram) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 161: From The Navy to Nurturing Confidence: Meet Harper-Collins Author, Vitiligo Advocate & Confidence Coach Lid'ya C. Rivera!
04/26/2023
Ep. 161: From The Navy to Nurturing Confidence: Meet Harper-Collins Author, Vitiligo Advocate & Confidence Coach Lid'ya C. Rivera!
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Lid’ya C. Rivera to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Lid’ya is a new Harper-Collins children’s book author, a filmmaker, confidence coach, skincare influencer, and retired, decorated Navy member with a passion for film, advocating, and encouraging others to discover their confidence and self-love from within. Among her various titles, Lid’ya is a dedicated Vitiligo Advocate within the Vitiligo community whose desire is to impact the lives of others within our society positively. As a creator, she has successfully written and directed her first film project on Vitiligo titled “Beauty Marks.” Lid’ya is also the owner of L C Media Productions and the founder of Confidence BuildHER Academy, offering confidence-building courses and coaching with a mission to empower women to embrace their individuality, inner and outer beauty and emerge from fear of becoming the impactful individuals they are destined to be. I had such a wonderful time chatting with Lid’ya. At one point I called her Pastor Lid’ya because she was giving us a word on the podcast. Fun Fact: Did you know that 70 million people across the world have vitiligo? Lid’ya is one of those 70 million people and I had all of the questions for her about it that I’ve never had the opportunity to ask. In this interview Lid’ya shares: -What is vitiligo? -How she struggled with confidence because of the way she was treated due to her vitiligo -The upcoming release of her new children’s book “I Absolutely Positively Love My Spots” -Her film project “Beauty Marks” that highlights her life story -The confidence journey that she takes her clients on as a coach -Skincare & makeup tips for people with vitiligo -And lots of encouraging words in between If you need a dose of inspiration today then you are definitely in the right place. Lid’ya’s resilience is truly admirable and I can’t wait for you to hear her story. Let’s go ahead and jump into this chat with Lid’ya C. Rivera and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] ENROLL IN D.I.Y PODCASTER COURSE TODAY: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -I Absolutely Positively Love My Spots (Book) -Beauty Marks - Watch The Trailer: -Amy Deanna -Winnie Harlow -Cay Skin by Winnie Harlow -Harper Collins Publishing Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Lid’ya C. Rivera (Instagram) - I Absolutely Positively Love My Spots (Instagram) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 160: Discovering Hair Trends, Celebrity Styling, and Education with Tippi Shorter, A-List Celebrity Hairstylist and Salon Owner
04/19/2023
Ep. 160: Discovering Hair Trends, Celebrity Styling, and Education with Tippi Shorter, A-List Celebrity Hairstylist and Salon Owner
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Tippi Shorter, A-list celebrity hairstylist and owner of the new Hair Love salon in Kansas City, MO. Tippi has styled the tresses of celebrities such as Beyoncé, Rihanna, Jennifer Hudson, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, and more. Her work has graced the covers Elle, Essence, InStyle, & Vanity Fair to name a few as she is known for her innovative and trend-setting hairstyles. Tippi became the first African-American beauty professional spokesperson for Pantene, & the first Global Artistic Director for Textured Hair for Aveda. In 2019 she joined Mizani as Global Artistic Director and is the newest member of the L’oreal Professionnel Color Artist Team. She has over two decades of experience in the industry and has become a trusted source for hair styling tips and trends. In this interview Tippi shares all about: -What is was like opening her new salon Hair Love after 15yrs of closing up shop in NYC & the salon culture that she is building -Spring/Summer hair trends to look out for & hair trends she’d like to see put to rest -The upcoming Textured Hair Elevated Summit -If stylists still need a portfolio in 2023 -Her work over the years advocating for diversity & inclusion in the industry -Which celebrity gave her the most creative freedom with their look -Mindset shifts that she’s had to make to reach her goals -And so much more Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Hair Love -Mizani Air Cut -L’Oreal Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Tippi Shorter (Instagram) - Textured Hair Elevated Summit Friends in Beauty (YouTube) -
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Ep. 159: Kris Holt Shares The Inside Scoop On Making Money With Influencer Marketing, Sales Funnels, And Scalable Automated Systems
04/12/2023
Ep. 159: Kris Holt Shares The Inside Scoop On Making Money With Influencer Marketing, Sales Funnels, And Scalable Automated Systems
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome the Queen of Automation, Kris Holt to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Kris helps high level entrepreneurs build their personal brands via social media, sales funnels & scalable automated systems! Since 2011, Kris has been on a mission to empower entrepreneurs with the skills to market their business online. In the last 12 months, she’s helped more than 500+ business owners learn what it takes to be successful online. Kris owns a digital marketing agency, coaching hundreds of clients and creating campaigns that generate hundreds of thousands in visibility and sales. She’s the go to marketer around automation, paid advertising and digital strategy. If you want to scale your business and start creating systems to make passive income…money without having to physically do the work or provide the service then you’re in for a treat. This episode is definitely for you. I had such a wonderful time chatting with Kris and I definitely have some things I’m about to start implementing after having this conversation. In this interview Kris shares: -How she helps brands generate 6 figures -What is a sales funnel & how you can incorporate them into your business model -Ways to prepare your business for a recession -The tea on how to use influencer marketing to your advantage -How to use AI for content creation -What to do if they ban TikTok or any social media platform -All about her content creation studio -And soooo much more Get ready to take some notes okay! It’s time to stop playing around & really start using our resources correctly to build our dream lives. Kris dropped lots of gems so I hope that you’re ready. Let’s go ahead and jump into this dynamic conversation & if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] BUS TRIP TO THE MAKEUP SHOW NYC: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Posh Lofts -Book: 100 Million Dollar Offers by Alex Hormozi -Chat GPT -Canva -Answerthepublic.com -Myron Golden Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Kris Holt (Instagram) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 158: Tea Time With Akua - Transparency In The Pursuit Of Success
04/05/2023
Ep. 158: Tea Time With Akua - Transparency In The Pursuit Of Success
In this episode I’m sharing my current woes. Life, business, clients, social media…everything is annoying. Let me know if you can relate. Cheers to transparency and keeping it real! Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Bus Trip To The Makeup Show NYC - SAVE YOUR SPOT → -Hair Sprinkles -Jojo Wang Designs Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 157: How Celebrity Makeup Artist, Vittorio Masecchia, Developed A Beauty Brand To Create Elaborate Eye Looks In Seconds
03/29/2023
Ep. 157: How Celebrity Makeup Artist, Vittorio Masecchia, Developed A Beauty Brand To Create Elaborate Eye Looks In Seconds
Ep. 157: How Celebrity Makeup Artist, Vittorio Masecchia, Developed A Beauty Brand To Create Elaborate Eye Looks In Seconds On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Celebrity Makeup Artist, Vittorio Masecchia, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Dexterous, daring, and dedicated to his craft, Vittorio has always set out to become one of the leading makeup artists in the industry. His meticulous eye for design and limitless wealth of knowledge have solidified him as a leading expert and point of reference for clients and the industry at large. A Montreal native, descending from four generations of beauty experts, Vittorio continues a legacy of celebrating the transformative powers of makeup and hair. Vittorio celebrates 20 years of artistry in the industry with the launch of namesake brand and life-long dream Vittorio Masecchia Beauty. His multi-decade career has covered film, media, editorial, and brands providing Vittorio with extensive expertise in diverse arenas. Vittorio’s favorite highlights include working with: Gigi Hadid, Paris Hilton and Demi Lovato; working on campaigns for clients such as Bite Beauty, Ilia, Everlane and NYX; and being featured in magazines such as: Vogue, the New York Times and Cosmopolitan. Early in his career, he was awarded a Contessa award as "Canadian Makeup Artist of the Year”. Based in Los Angeles, with a fan base that continues to grow, Vittorio Masecchia Beauty features a line of luxury facial decals. Born from a consistent artistic need to work swiftly and to create elaborate eye looks using trending embellishments to complement makeup. After years of requests to create camera-ready, detail-oriented, clean graphic, and bold eye looks, Masecchia dreamed of creating his own collection of quick-application face appliqués that gave the same instant gratification as his love for false lashes and wigs. His dream finally came to fruition in 2020 when his life-long habit of doodling eyes started jumping off the pages and onto faces. [Although his client roster now consists of the highest-profile models, celebrities, and influencers, he believes that everyone deserves to feel confident and beautiful everyday]. As his following continues to grow, so did the demand to know how he achieves his sculptural and sultry looks on his clients. That led him to bridge his work as a makeup artist and digital creator to create a beauty line. Vittorio is the real deal! I had such a wonderful time talking to him and found out we had some things in common. In this interview Vittorio shares: -What is was like coming from a lineage of beauty pros -The pros and cons of working with celebrities -How he meticulously developed his line Vittorio Massechia Beauty -If MUA’s should consider having a product line -How he keeps himself grounded and in good spirits -Plus all of the exciting things coming up for his brand This is definitely an interview you will enjoy because I know I did. Let’s go ahead and jump into this chat with Vittorio and if you prefer to watch us chit chat then tune in on YouTube! Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] BUS TRIP TO THE MAKEUP SHOW NYC: JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Vittorio Masecchia Beauty -The Makeup Show NYC -Etienne Ortega Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Vittorio Masecchia (Instagram) - Vittorio Masecchia Beauty (Website) - Vittorio Masecchia Beauty(Instagram) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 156: Tea Time With Akua - Law Roach Retirement
03/22/2023
Ep. 156: Tea Time With Akua - Law Roach Retirement
In this episode I’m sharing my takeaways on Law Roach’s retirement from being a celebrity fashion stylist and his recent interview with The Cut by NY Magazine. I stress the importance of us prioritizing our happiness, health, mental health, friends, and family. Never be afraid to take a step back. Your authentic existence depends on it. and leave a comment to share your takeaways. I’d love to hear your thoughts. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Bus Trip To The Makeup Show NYC - SAVE YOUR SPOT → Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 155: How Leslie Roberson, Creator Of The Black Beauty Collective, Is Curating A Space For Black Beauty Brands To Succeed & Scale
03/15/2023
Ep. 155: How Leslie Roberson, Creator Of The Black Beauty Collective, Is Curating A Space For Black Beauty Brands To Succeed & Scale
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Leslie Roberson to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Leslie is the owner and creator of the Black Beauty Collective & its flagship store out of historic Hyde Park Chicago. It will be the first Black owned beauty store that will carry exclusively Black owned brands and products. The BBC is on a mission to open up locations in every major city, garnishing support and Black owned brands in tow. To offer growth alternatives for this critically underserved community for brands within the Collective, the BBC is a unique platform in which they receive bespoke sales, marketing and PR support to scale their businesses. Locations are slated to open first in Chicago, with subsequent locations in Houston, Washington DC, and Atlanta. Leslie is passionate about creating opportunities for black entrepreneurs in the hair + beauty industry. Leslie's goal is to leverage her 15 years of corporate experience and her modeling connections to open doors for other black businesses. I had such an amazing time talking to Leslie. The way that she is providing a platform and resources for black owned brands to succeed in business is truly admirable and I can’t wait for you to hear all about it! In this interview Leslie shares: -What inspired her to create the Black Beauty Collective -How her corporate background helps her in her business -All about her upcoming store launch in Chicago in early April -The amazing benefits that brands receive by being apart of the Black Beauty Collective -Her thoughts on why black people spend the most on beauty -Plans for expansion -How she balances all of the moving parts of her life + business -And so much more I absolutely loved my conversation with Leslie and I’m so excited for everything she has coming up and the impact this will have on black owned beauty brands. Let’s go ahead and jump into this chat with Leslie and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -The Black Beauty Collective -Germaine Bolds-Leftridge Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Black Beauty Collective (Instagram) - Black Beauty Collective (Website) - Leslie Roberson (Instagram) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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Ep. 154: Taylar Colyar, CEO + Founder of Sip Shop Eat Shares How She Curated Experiences For Small Businesses To Network + Gain Visibility
03/08/2023
Ep. 154: Taylar Colyar, CEO + Founder of Sip Shop Eat Shares How She Curated Experiences For Small Businesses To Network + Gain Visibility
On this episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome the CEO + Founder of Sip Shop Eat, Taylar Hagan-Colyar, to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Taylar launched the Black-Owned Immersive and IRL pop-up program, , back in April 2017 after being dissatisfied with her experience as a vendor. She always wished she had a full-circle resource to connect with and learn from other aspiring and successful entrepreneurs. Taylar created the platform for small businesses to gain visibility they often yearn for – it’s a community for small brands to connect, share, promote and network with like-minded entrepreneurs! Sip Shop Eat! is an experiential platform designed to gather, connect and discover all the best food, beauty, style and drinks through IRL and virtual experiences. The platform collaborates and empowers unique indie-brands to bring consumers a world of new products and experiences to enjoy. All the brands featured at Sip Shop Eat! pop-up events are carefully curated to bring a collection of the best online and retail life experiences. I had such a wonderful time talking to Taylar about her entrepreneurship journey and the success of her transformative events. In this interview Taylar shares: -The experiences that inspired her to create Sip Shop Eat -How her events have grown exponentially over the years -The vibe + experience you should expect as a vendor + attendee of Sip Shop Eat -What consumers can do to support small businesses -How she manages the expectations of her vendors -The process for planning multiple events simultaneously -Several ways that you can profit from hosting events -All about her upcoming Sip Shop Eat events in ATL, NY, and LA + how she’s highlighting women owned businesses It’s time to take some notes. If you host events or have ever thought about hosting events then this interview is for you. Taylar lays it all out. Let’s go ahead and jump into this education & informative interview and if you prefer to watch our beautiful faces then tune in on YouTube. Enjoy this episode! Leave us a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend or 2 or 3. [email protected] JOIN PATREON TO SUPPORT THE FRIENDS IN BEAUTY PODCAST FRIENDS IN BEAUTY FACEBOOK COMMUNITY FOLLOW FRIENDS IN BEAUTY ON IG SUBSCRIBE TO YOUTUBE CHANNEL SEND ME A TEXT! (202) 519-4652 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS OF THE PODCAST Resources Mentioned In This Episode: -Podcast - How I Built This -Sip Shop Eat - Additional Resources: - -Skillshare - Use this link for 2 months free of the premium plan: -Shop Mented Cosmetics - Use Code “AKUAROBINSON” for 10% of your purchase Announcements: We’re on Apple Podcasts - www.bit.ly/FIBPodItunes! Join our Facebook community… If you’re looking for a community of like minded, ambitious, and supportive #FriendsinBeauty all working to leave our mark on the beauty industry, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/friendsinbeauty Join the Friends in Beauty Mailing List: www.bit.ly/FIBTribe Social Media Info: Sip Shop Eat (Instagram) - Sip Shop Eat (Website) - Taylar (Instagram) - Taylar (YouTube) - Friends in Beauty (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) - Friends in Beauty (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcYPyO8nAosEmjEE5nza9Zg?view_as=subscriber Akua Robinson (Instagram,Twitter) - AkuaRobinson (Facebook) - Akua Robinson (Website) -
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