BeautyMe with Charisse Kenion
By Charisse Kenion
BeautyMe with Charisse KenionApr 02, 2020
Ep. 248: 6 multi-tasking makeup products for when you can’t be bothered - from Milk, to MAC, Makeup Forever + more
This episode is all about my favourite makeup items that I use when I just can’t be bothered. They’re the perfect multi-use products for those days when your hormones have you wondering if you want to stay married, or the kids have got you hiding in the bathroom for five minutes to compose yourself.
These 6 products all have multi-tasking qualities to make makeup easy and quick to apply so you can get on with the rest of your day.
If you use any of these, let me know in the DMs @beautymepodcast on Instagram and if you hear me talking about a specific product that you’ve also tried, but think you’ve found something better, I want to know!
If you enjoy this episode please leave a rating on Spotify or a review anywhere else you like to listen. I do read the reviews so feel free to leave constructive feedback.
Don’t forget there’s also a newsletter that you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com.
Links
Ep. 243: Jackie Risotto breaks down Feud: Capote vs The Swans makeup: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GAaL5NAxV3vbY5Zpd7cPm?si=9fea268ae6cd429b
Makeup Forever Artist Color Pencils: https://go.shopmy.us/p-4669407
MAC Cosmetics Hyper Real Serumizer Skin Balancing Hydration Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-4669434
MAC Cosmetics Blot Powder: https://go.shopmy.us/p-4669413
Milk Makeup Cooling Water Jelly Tint: https://go.shopmy.us/p-4669421
Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette in Pillow Talk: https://go.shopmy.us/p-4669464
NYX Professional Makeup Lift and Snatch Brow Tint Pen: https://go.shopmy.us/p-4669427
BeautyMe on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Artwork by Charisse Kenion
Ep. 247: Rihanna gets ugly for Interview magazine cover with religious symbolism but Madonna did it first!
It’s a cover that’s upset a lot of her fans for two reasons; one, apparently she's just not looking pretty enough and two, she's wearing what looks like a piece of headwear we would normally associate with a nun.
It's a real deep dive of an episode, starting with Rihanna’s history as a risk-taker when it comes to fashion, before going on to briefly discuss Interview magazine’s own history as a magazine that doesn’t do safe/squeaky clean content, then I’ll break down the cover, including the team, the image that inspired the cover look, the ensuing backlash and I’ll also look at the woman who first really rattled religious groups back in the 1980s: Madonna.
As always, my DMs are open if you want to talk about anything beauty related or if you want to tell me I went too far in my comments on religion – you can find me over on Instagram @beautymepodcast or you can find me on Threads @charisse_kenion or email beautymepodcast@gmail.com.
As promised there is also a blog post featuring all of the imagery and art that I discuss - you can find that here: www.charissekenion.co/ and of course I've also made a video, which you can find on my Instagram or TikTok.
If you enjoyed this episode do please leave a rating on Spotify or a review anywhere else you like to listen and make sure you're following the show so you never miss an episode!
Thanks so much for being here – see you next time.
Links/sources:
Rihanna is ready to confess: www.interviewmagazine.com/music/rihanna-is ready-to-confess
system-magazine.com/issues/issue-22/in-the-words-of-mel-ottenberg
www.elle.com/uk/fashion/celebrity-style/articles/a29843/a-guide-rihannas-anti-tour-wardrobe/
cfda.com/cfda-fashion-awards/2014/honoree/rihanna
www.interviewmagazine.com/art/instant-gratification
hypebae.com/2023/11/skims-christmas-campaign-kim-kardashian-nadia-lee-cohen
news.artnet.com/art-world/cindy-sherman-new-portraits-hauser-wirth-2423424
www.vogue.co.uk/article/rihanna-september-cover-british-vogue-2018
Ep. 246: April Covers: open.spotify.com/episode/6KNUJ4Weklm5ctxfzoOylK?si=b010e6aa6cd0411f
Charisse on Fat Mascara: open.spotify.com/episode/4zxfqLLSojxWZ4B62ZJnG3?si=wS173WsGQ0ex8c2rAgBVYQ
BeautyMe on X: https://x.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Threads: www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/
BeautyMe on Instagram: www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
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Ep. 246: The April issues – beauty all around on the latest magazine covers, including THAT Björk cover of Vogue Scandinavia
This week I’m taking pleasure in some of my favourite magazine cover stories – from Vogue Korea's '90s colour to Rihanna for Vogue China's Gen Z title Vogue+ and Björk for Vogue Scandinavia.
I also discuss the importance of Björk to the worlds of fashion and music and of course, my old favourite topic - retouching - comes into it.
I've created several videos to go with this episode so you can see what I’m talking about and you'll find them on my Instagram @beautymepodcast as well as my TikTok @charissekenion.
I'd also love to know your favourite covers for this month so get in touch over in the DMs and let me know!
If you enjoyed this episode do please leave a rating on Spotify or a review anywhere else you like to listen. Thanks so much for being here – see you next time!
Links
Top 5 April covers video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGemSRMkg/
Ep. 234: Margiela Artisanal Collection: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6pagDogfSGkMKa2bCAj1CB?si=c4548d73726b4ac2
Charisse on Fat Mascara: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4zxfqLLSojxWZ4B62ZJnG3?si=casVp7o_Tlid82-aDjhPTA
BeautyMe on X: https://x.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 245: Punk! Irreverence! Mundanity! Let’s discuss Chioma Nnadi’s first British Vogue cover featuring FKA Twigs
This episode is fully focused on the very first cover from the new Head of Editorial Content at British Vogue, Chioma Nnadi. It’s the April issue and the cover star she's chosen is none other than singer, actress and style icon FKA Twigs.
It’s a cover that has had fashion and music lovers worldwide talking so I wanted to to break down the cover, who’s involved and share some of the feedback I received when I asked what people thought on my Threads and Instagram accounts.
As well as sharing everyone else's thoughts, I'd love to know what YOU think! So either take part in the poll below, or let me know your thoughts over in the DMs on Instagram @beautymepodcast or email beautymepodcast@gmail.com.
If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to leave a review or rating wherever you're listening! See you next time.
Links
FKA Twigs interview with Chioma Nnadi for The Run Through with Vogue Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ZFne5OMIqKSpkYlxCVx4F?si=21f15bbd93da47b4
FKA Twigs Breaks Down 18 Memorable Looks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=df8NZzB3l-o
Ep. 231: Courting controversy; how Calvin Klein uses provocation and why what’s good for Kendall Jenner and Jeremy Allen White is banned for FKA Twigs:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/32uFwO7vKlN3K5WO0xiJ2w?si=9953df5f435a4d1d
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Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
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Ep. 244: Let’s catch up on the Oscars – from Jodie Smith’s viral skin to Kendall Jenner’s Margiela moment. Plus my mini Cécred review and a Byredo Mojave Ghost perfume workshop
Today’s episode is super chill, it’s me having a little catch up with you about beauty things I’ve been thinking about or trying this week.
So, on the schedule we’ve got a segment on the Oscars including the intense comments on my Jodie Smith video; I’m sharing my first thoughts on a Cécred product and also the perfume workshop I attended at Byredo earlier this week.
Thanks for listening, see you next time!
Links
Jodie Smith video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGef71P6t/
Billie Eilish video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGef7jSYU/
Kendall Jenner video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGefWK3aJ/
Carey Mulligan video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGefWouyK/
Cecred Moisture Sealing Lotion: https://cecred.com/en-uk/products/moisture-sealing-lotion
Byredo Mojave Ghost: https://www.byredo.com/uk_en/search/?q=mojave+ghost
BeautyMe on X: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 243: Creating the characters of Truman Capote and the original influencers for FX Network show Feud: Capote vs The Swans with makeup department head Jackie Risotto
This week I’m talking about a new FX show, an 8-part series of the Feud - Capote vs the Swans. It’s a show I’ve been looking forward to seeing forever. In this episode, as well as sharing background on this stylish new show from Ryan Murphy, I’m also sharing an interview with makeup department head Jackie Risotto. Jackie recently won the award for best Period and/or Character makeup on the Bradley Cooper movie Maestro at the recent Makeup Artists and Hair Stylists Awards, alongside three other makeup crew. In 2019 she won an Emmy for Outstanding Makeup for a limited series or movie (non-prosthetic) for FX show Fosse/Verdun, a miniseries on the life of actor and choreographer Bob Fosse. More recently she’s worked on Only Murders in the Building. In this interview she shares the products she cannot live without on set and more. Let me know when you’re listening by tagging me on Instagram @beautymepodcast and if you enjoyed this episode I’d love it if you could leave a review or a rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or anywhere else you’re listening. Don’t forget there’s also a newsletter that you can subscribe to and read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and I’ll be sharing lots of images of the actual swans as well as the actors playing them in the new series. Also of course I’ll be sharing a video on this episode over on Instagram and my tiktok @charissekenion. That’s it for now, thanks for listening! Links Jackie Risotto on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jac_risotto Kyra Panchenko on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyrapanchenko_mkup/ Dying for Sex podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3zzOFMwPlA0bbPkt4R0Lku si=0cf28c8cfb1f44c3 Chloe Sevigny talks Swans/The Run Through with Vogue: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4KztFlfZnEmhVCbguPHZHX?si=d6b356de006e4226 La Côte Basque story: https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/a40376194/truman capote-la-cote-basque/ Jackie Risotto's Pat McGrath must-haves: https://www.patmcgrath.com/collections/the-feud-truman-capote-the-swans MAC Cosmetics Blot Powder: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3983668 BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 242: The Week in Beauty – Marc Jacobs celebrates 40 years with Pat McGrath; YSL Beauty announces Dua Lipa as global makeup ambassador, plus more discussions around Beyoncé and Cécred
Today it’s another Week in Beauty and this week’s subjects are: fashion designer Marc Jacobs celebrating 40 years with a limited edition Pat McGrath lipstick; Dua Lipa being announced as new global makeup ambassador for YSL Beauty and we’ll briefly revisit the ongoing conversation around Beyonce’s new haircare brand Cécred.
As always thank you so much for listening and if you enjoyed this episode in any way it would be amazing if you could share it with someone else and also leave a review or rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or anywhere you like to listen. See you next time!
Links
Pat McGrath Matte Trance Lipstick Marc Jacobs Edition: https://www.patmcgrath.com/products/mattetrance-lipstick-marc-jacobs-edition
Cécred: https://cecred.com/en-uk
BeautyMe on X: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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Artwork: YSL Beauty
Ep. 241: Chic is back! London Fashion Week hair and beauty round-up featuring KNWLS and Ancuta Sarca plus my NYFW faves Laquan Smith, Luar and Marc Jacobs
This week I’m sharing some of my favourite hair and beauty moments backstage at London Fashion Week. I went to three very different shows and really got to see how the hair and makeup teams support the designers’ visions.
Also, I couldn't resist sharing a few standout beauty moments from NYFW, because they’re just too beautiful to miss out!
If you want to see more of what I’ve been talking about then head to my tiktok @charissekenion or visit @beautymepodcast on Instagram to see my backstage footage and videos I’ve made on these gorgeous shows.
As always thank you so much for listening and if you enjoyed this episode in any way it would be amazing if you could share it with someone else and also leave a review or rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts or anywhere you like to listen.
See you next time!
Links
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BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 240: Let's review YSL Beauty Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara
It’s review time and this week it's the much-talked about Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara from YSL Beauty.
In these short episodes I tell you what the product is, what the brand says about it and break down the packaging, the smell and feel, and give it a mark out of 5 based on whether it matches the claims on the website and how it performed for me. For consistency, when it comes to any ingredients that I mention I will use incidecoder.com, a website specifically created for ingredient advice.
I’d love to know if you’ve tried YSL's Lash Clash or if there’s another product you want me to do a 5-minute review on. Email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or X @beautymepodcast.
Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please leave a review or rating wherever you choose to listen. Thanks for listening!
Artwork by Charisse Kenion
Links
YSL Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara: https://go.shopmy.us/p 3729227
BeautyMe on X: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 239: The Week in Beauty – Hailey Bieber's GENIUS Rhode Lip Tint phone case; Cécred – new haircare from Beyonce, fashion icon Peter Dundas going into beauty and HAIR TALKS part 2!
Welcome to The Week in Beauty, a series that curates the latest beauty news. This week’s subjects are: Hailey Bieber’s genius new marketing for her skincare brand Rhode; Beyonce going into hair with Cécred, designer Peter Dundas going into beauty and the second IRL HAIR TALKS event. Let me know if you’re loving these news-focused episodes over in the DMs @beautymepodcast on Instagram and if you enjoyed this episode I would love if you could leave a rating on Spotify or a review anywhere you like to listen. And if you want to keep listening, I highly recommend that you start following the show or subscribe so that you never miss another episode. Don’t forget, there’s also a newsletter at beautymenotes.substack.com which you can subscribe to for free. See you next time and thanks for listening! Links Rhode Skin Lip Case: https://www.rhodeskin.com/products/lip-case?variant=44694146253038 Cécred: https://cecred.com/en-uk/password Peter Dundas: https://www.voguebusiness.com/fashion/peter dundass-label-ceasing-operations-in-the-uk Find out more about HAIR TALKS: https://www.instagram.com/p/C2sauEXoNCJ/ BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 238: Three of my most treasured fashion and beauty books
My first book is Face Forward by makeup artist Kevyn Aucoin; the second is a photography book showcasing the work of New Yorker Slim Aarons and my final book is more of a mini magazine, a very special edition of Vogue Italia featuring black Barbies in celebration of the history-making July 2008 Black Issue.
I would love to know your favourite fashion and beauty books because I can always do with more, so feel free to let me know in the DMs @beautymepodcast.
Thanks so much for listening; if you enjoyed this episode do please give it a review or rating wherever you’re listening and be sure to follow and subscribe so you never miss another episode!
Don’t forget there’s also a free newsletter over at beautymenotes.substack.com. See you next time.
Links
Kevyn Aucoin Face Forward: www.amazon.co.uk/Face-Forward-Kevyn-Aucoin/dp/0316287059
Slim Aarons: Women: www.amazon.co.uk/Slim-Aarons-Women-Laura-Hawk/dp/1419722425
Black Barbie Vogue Italia special: www.ebay.co.uk/
The Run-Through with Vogue – Chloe Sevigny and Lou Eyrich: open.spotify.com/episode/4KztFlfZnEmhVCbguPHZHX?si=3d8abbd4cbb846fd
My tiktok on the Chanel Iman story from Vogue Italia The Black Issue: vm.tiktok.com/ZGeSQCctj/
BeautyMe on X: twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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BeautyMe on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 237: Let's review Neen, the latest brand from Stila founder Jeanine Lobell
It’s another review episode and this week it’s all about makeup brand Neen.
In each review type episode I give a mark out of 5 at the end based on how the products performed for me.
Stila and Neen founder Jeanine Lobell on BeautyMe: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4XS7LxQtL0aBHNQUXjHYbD?si=d5c800efb3784449
Neen at Nordstrom: https://www.nordstrom.com/brands/neen--25527
Neen at Cult Beauty: https://www.cultbeauty.co.uk/brands/neen.list
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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Ep. 236: The Week in Beauty – Pat McGrath brings community back to Instagram, Kylie Jenner’s ‘new face’, Sza's lip line, Julia Fox talks OMG Fashun! plus Grammys beauty and more
Welcome to The Week in Beauty, a series that curates the latest beauty news.
This week there are several subjects: first of all we have to discuss how Pat McGrath almost broke Instagram, we’ll look at the news of a series based on the life of so-called plastic surgery addict Jocelyn Wildenstein; talk about criticism of Kylie Jenner’s apparently new/old face and briefly look at new projects from Julia Fox and Sza; celebrate Anok Yai being the face of a new Mugler perfume and talk Grammys beauty moments.
Phew, that’s a lot. Let’s get into it.
Be sure to let me know if you enjoyed this episode – you can email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or X @beautymepodcast. Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please a review or rating wherever you choose to listen. See you next time.
Links
MJ Corey on Kylie Jenner’s face: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C2sywDIuxFu/?igsh=MWRtcW5rc3IxcmMxag==
My Grammys best looks: https://www.instagram.com/charisse_kenion/
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 235: Fenty to Laura Mercier; Prada to Mugler; fragrance reviews for anyone ready to add something new to their perfume wardrobe
This episode is all about perfume; I’m going to share some gorgeous modern scents, a couple of classics and a few that are just a little bit different. Hopefully the episode is useful to anyone who's looking for a new fragrance or wants to get started in the wonderful world of scent.
I'm sharing my thoughts and some history on several scents in this episode but I would love to know what YOUR signature scent is, so be sure to take part in the poll if you're listening on Spotify, or just DM me @beautymepodcast on Instagram. If you enjoyed this episode please do leave a review and be sure to subscribe or follow so you never miss another episode!
Links
Aesop Eidesis eau de parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444291
Argentum Become eau de parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444290
Barbour the New Origins for Her: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444214
Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Iris eau de toilette: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444218
Fenty eau de parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444216
Laura Mercier Almond Coconut eau de parfum; https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444217
Mugler Alien eau de parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444222
Prada Paradoxe Intense eau de parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444220
Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb eau de parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3444219
Alien Mugler for Women on fragrantica.com: https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Mugler/Alien-707.html
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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Ep. 234: The Week in Beauty – Pamela Anderson becomes co-owner of Sonsie skincare and how Pat McGrath created peel-off glass skin to make Margiela magic at Couture Week
Welcome to The Week in Beauty, a series that curates the latest beauty news. This week’s subjects are: Pamela Anderson joining the celebrity beauty gang and becoming a co-owner of beauty brand Sonsie, and my favourite beauty moment from Couture Week in Paris courtesy of the one and only Pat McGrath.
As always I'd love to know what you think! Are you interested in Pamela Anderson and Sonsie? Do you think Pat McGrath created magic for Margiela? Let me know over in the DMs on Instagram or X @beautymepodcast.
Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please a review or rating wherever you choose to listen. See you next time.
Links
My Margiela makeup video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C2m-aijorZC/?igsh=MXdoYmQwbnRycHlrMQ==
Erin Parson’s glass skin video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGercUUBs/
Niko Haagenson’s glass skin video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGehekQo4/
Hanna Photosynthesis’ glass skin video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGehe9FBn/
Episode 229 on gatekeepin: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bYymNa6s9FuE5jtdvtpwK?si=5d8be1eacd3c43b7
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 233: Breaking down the Mob Wife aesthetic and its links to London and style icon Lil' Kim
In this episode I’m looking at the Mob Wife Aesthetic, what it is, why it started and why at times it kind of looks like classism because some of the comments on the trend are a little too dismissive.
As well as giving my take on the reaction to the trend, I reached out to former guest, Brooklyn-born, New York-based makeup artist Isabel Rosado. She is someone who isn’t just a fan of iconic Mob Wives or girlfriends such as Adriana La Cerva, a key character from The Sopranos – Isabel has worn the look in various iterations since her teen years.
I also check in with my London born and bred friend Keisha Rachele who shares her love for the aesthetic and links it to her own style memories of growing up in Notting Hill.
I'd love to know your thoughts, especially if you're from the UK and have also noticed some similarities! DM me at @beautymepodcast on X or Instagram and be sure to check my videos on the trend over on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
If you enjoyed this episode do please leave a review and be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you listen so you never miss an episode!
Links
Isabel Rosado on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabelyrosado
Rachel Karten’s Link in Bio newsletter: https://www.milkkarten.net/p/is-hbo-behind-mob-wife-aesthetic
Kayla Trivieri's Mob Wife video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGeraNmgQ/
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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Ep: 232: The Week in Beauty – can Uoma Beauty make a comeback? Plus Skkn by Kim Makeup and the return of 2000s male model Will Lemay for Pharrell Williams’ show for Louis Vuitton menswear
Welcome to The Week in Beauty, a series that curates the latest beauty news.
Today’s subjects are the sale of formerly popular brand Uoma Beauty, two new campaigns from Kim Kardashian brands Skkn by Kim and Skims and Pharrell Willams bringing a 2000s male model out of retirement for the Louis Vuitton FW menswear show.
Be sure to let me know if you enjoy this kind of beauty news-based episode and please let me know if there’s a specific story or moment you want me to cover.
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Links
Private Equity Firm Acquires Uoma Beauty’s Assets: https://www.businessoffashion.com/news/beauty/uoma-beauty-new-owners/
Nadia Lee Cohen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadialeecohen/
My video on 2000s model Will Lemay: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGeMqbRfX/
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Ep: 231: Courting controversy; how Calvin Klein uses provocation and why what’s good for Kendall Jenner and Jeremy Allen White is banned for FKA Twigs
Today I wanted to get into the recently banned advert for Calvin Klein featuring singer FKA Twigs. The brand has been hitting us from all angles with multiple campaigns for Spring ‘24 starring The Bear’s Jeremy Allen White in his boxer briefs and we’ve also seen Kendall Jenner in this campaign.
In this episode I examine the controversial history of Calvin Klein ads before discussing why the Advertising Standards Agency here in the UK decided to ban the image of FKA Twigs. I call upon writer Ata-Owaji Victor to share her thoughts on the isms of it all, including racism, sexism and colourism.
I’d love to know what do you think about the ad?
What do you think about it being banned?
Is it a big deal?
Do you feel sorry for FKA Twigs?
I’ll be sure to post a questionnaire for anyone listening on Spotify, but if you’re listening elsewhere feel free to tag me when you’re listening and share your thoughts, or DM me on Instagram or X @beautymepodcast.
Don’t forget to hit subscribe or follow wherever you’re listening so you never miss another episode, and if you don’t already know, look out for my new series The Week in Beauty. See you next time and thanks for listening.
Links
‘Double standards’: FKA Twigs defends banned semi-nude Calvin Klein advert: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2024/jan/11/fka-twigs-defends-banned-semi-nude-calvin-klein-advert
The most controversial Calvin Klein Ads:
https://www.complex.com/style/a/karizza-sanchez/controversial-calvin-klein-ads
Ata-Owaji Victor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ataowaji/
Ata-Owaji Victor on the BeautyMe Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/407KbLX8bv1P9XjpYY8O5h?si=4e9c5221b51a4e68
My video on FKA Twigs banned Calvin Klein ad: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1-VwkNIvhd/?igsh=MWc2eGdndjFxbXJ6NQ==
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Ep: 230: The Week in Beauty – Sephora and Gen Alpha, Golden Globes beauty, Diana Ross for Saint Laurent and beauty trend predictions
Welcome to The Week in Beauty, a brand new series that curates the latest beauty news. Each week I'll dig a little deeper into the news and share the headlines with you.
This week's subjects: severe beauty at the Golden Globes, Diana Ross for Saint Laurent, Gen Alpha and their love for Sephora, and I’m also going to share some beauty trend predictions from the insights team at SEEN Group.
I’d love to know if you enjoy this kind of beauty news-based episode so please do DM me @beautymepodcast on Instagram or X or email beautymepodcast@gmail.com.
Also, don’t forget to get involved in the poll on the show’s Spotify page!
Thanks so much for listening and I’ll see you next time.
Links
Natasha Lyonne's 'Severe Beauty' at the Golden Globes: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
James Welsh: Sephora 10 Year Olds and Drunk Elephant need to be stopped!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cd4QL-DCAeA
@Amyyy.xo_ Gen Alpha video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGe68aFQy/
Sign up to the Seen Works newsletter at https://www.seengroup.com/beyond/
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Ep: 229: Earnestness, smoking, gatekeeping, being your own influencer and more. Some of my favourite Ins and Outs for 2024
It’s the first episode of a brand new year, and in this episode I’m talking about the Ins and Outs lists that we’ve been seeing all over social media.
As well as sharing my own list, which includes beauty, social media etiquette and gatekeeping – I want to bring it back! – I share some ins and outs from other fashion and beauty names, including former guest Mandy Lee, the fashion writer and analyst who’s also known as @oldloserinbrooklyn. I also share some comments from Kirbie Johnson, co-host of the Gloss Angeles podcast.
Of course, I also want to know your ins and outs – or, tell me if you’re over these lists already! DM me @beautymepodcast on Instagram or X and let me know. For me the lists are a bit of fun but can also be useful in the sense that it doesn’t hurt to think about our habits from time to time, and see if we might want to change something. If you're listening on Spotify be sure to add your ins and outs in the poll on the show page!
Above all else, I hope you enjoyed this episode. If you did, it would be great if you could review, share and subscribe. See you next time!
Links
Mandy Lee on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oldloserinbrooklyn
Mandy Lee on BeautyMe: https://open.spotify.com/episode/29eeBCWaJerlIGouPSqNbm si=ba60f289c60e4580
QiQi Fitness on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@qiqihill
Ep. 206: PSA: Someone else’s weight is none of your business: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0QRAbH4TA0pxmhliBUh8OF?si=4f1a0e54d51d48e9
Kirbie Johnson on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kirbiejohnson
Gloss Angeles Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1CFC8JHiB0l84C0MPntZKG?si=856fea37a4f24761
Lizzy Hadfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LizzyHadfield
Ep. 2 of How to be Fashionable and Beautiful with Chani and Charisse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p11pyf67lOY
Special episode on facialist Katie England: https://open.spotify.com/episode/63vsKWdvGMs7fVwxyZd6M3?si=61c95d713b6f432a
Tanem on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@musthavesxt
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Ep: 228: It’s a Winter skincare special because selfcare…
It’s the final episode of 2023 and because it's been quite a year, I'm ending on the concept of selfcare. In this episode I'm sharing my thoughts on several body creams, lotions and exfoliants that are all aimed at caring for your skin in the colder months.
I’d love to know if you’ve tried any of the products I mention before and I’d really love to know the products that you consider to be your essentials when it comes to hydrating your winter skin.
Let me know in the DMs over on @beautymepodcast on Instagram or X and feel free to get in touch over on my TikTok @charissekenion.
As mentioned this is the last episode of 2023 so I want to thank you for every single time you’ve hit play on an episode of the Beautyme Podcast. See you next year.
Products mentioned:
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream All-Over Miracle Oil: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3029842
Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Pink Dream Body Cream: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3029844
Palmers Cocoa Butter Formula Body Lotion: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3029847
Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturising Body Oil: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3029850
Indeed Labs 10balm Body Lotion: https://www.mankind.co.uk/indeed-labs-10-balm-body-lotion-180ml/12540154.html
Ole Henriksen Beam Cream Smoothing Body Moisturiser: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3029854
Oskia London SPF Vitamin Body Milk: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3029856
Oskia London Renaissance Body Scrub: https://go.shopmy.us/p-3029859
Johnsons Baby Lotion: https://www.johnsonsbaby.co.uk/johnsons-baby-lotion
Rituals Hamman Body Scrub Bar: https://www.rituals.com/en-gb/the-ritual-of-hammam-body-scrub-bar-1115503.html
Links mentioned:
Ep. 214: 5-minute review of Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream All Over Miracle Oil: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1W7H5x9XfPt84kHxmwgdVc?si=2024ccff60514c44
Ep. 135: The products I use for Glowing Skin all year round: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gYaNwdsNQLwhj3lU2uDRe?si=2e559aa4f49e403b
How to be Fashionable and Beautiful with Chani and Charisse: https://youtu.be/kquezlKW3GU?si=DBhtmVrPCCxAj5MC
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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Ep: 227: From Apple TV+ series The Supermodels to Hulu’s The Other Black Girl - essential festive viewing for lovers of ‘90s hair and beauty or anyone who just needs a distraction.
This week I'm talking about the beauty I’ve discovered in several of the shows I’ve been watching lately. You'll hear my thoughts on two Apple TV+ shows; The Supermodels, a 4-part docuseries on the quintessential ‘90s supermodels, and The Buccaneers, an 8-part story about young American women taking over London in the 1870s. I’m also talking about The Other Black Girl, American Horror Story Delicate and finally the Bethann Hardison documentary Invisible Beauty. Where possible I’ll give each show a rating out of 5. Please let me know if you’ve watched any of the shows I mention this episode! You can DM me @beautymepodcast on X or Instagram and I’ll also post a poll for my Spotify listeners. Also, I’ll be asking you what you can recommend for me so I can share with other listeners. In the meantime, if you enjoyed this episode, I’d love if you could rate it or write a review and definitely, absolutely share it with anyone who needs something new to watch! Thank you as always for listening. I’ll see you next time. Check out my TikTok on the Apple TV+ The Supermodels series: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGe8uMYvC/ The Supermodels on Apple TV+ trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G59GvtrbFtQ The Buccaneers on Apple TV+ trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaDFty5ipEg&t=16s The Other Black Girl trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cVmQtxCHfU&t=27s American Horror Story: Delicate trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CaVatUKWJ04 Invisible Beauty trailer: https://www.bethannhardison.com/projects/tv-film BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 226: How a London theatre company is reimagining hairy fairy tale Rapunzel, plus Hair Talks post-show chat
Today’s episode is all about the complexity of hair, from two very different angles.
The first segment of the show is going to be a conversation with Theatre Peckham CEO and Artistic Director Suzann McLean about her new all-black cast production of the classic European fairytale Rapunzel – a story about a young girl trapped in a tower in the woods with her only means of possible escape being her extremely long hair.
The second segment sees me with my friend and collaborator Winnie Awa of The Hair Lab podcast discussing how our first event, HAIR TALKS went.
Thanks as always for listening – it means the world, and if you enjoyed do please rate the show on Spotify and review on Apple Podcasts or anywhere else you like to listen. Also be sure to check out my tiktok @charissekenion and sign up for my newsletter for free at beautymenotes.substack.com. See you next time.
Information and tickets for Rapunzel at Theatre Peckham: https://www.theatrepeckham.co.uk/show/rapunzel/
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Ep. 225: The first Hair Talks event - IRL!
It’s been about a year since my friend and former guest Winnie Awa, founder of Carra, an AI-led personalised hair advice platform, said that we really wanted to start a series of events.
Back then I always knew it would be called Hair Talks – because, well, our hair literally talks – and I think as women of colour in particular, how we style or dress our hair speaks volumes but is not always interpreted correctly.
I'm so excited to say that our very first event is happening this Monday and that, moving forward, you can expect HAIR TALKS to be an ongoing series of conversations around the complexity of textured hair. So, in this short episode I'm sharing a little bit more about why it started, and where we see it going.
There's still time to book yourself a free ticket if you live in London - and grab a gorgeous goodie bag featuring goodies from Camille Rose, Pacifica, Liha Beauty and more! Click the link to sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hair-talks-tickets-753070994617?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
Winnie and I want Hair Talks to feel like your event – it only works if you show up and share. If you can’t make it on the night, feel free to reach out to me on social media @beautymepodcast on Instagram and X formerly known as Twitter, and for the Spotify listeners I’ll create a poll for you to get involved with.
That’s all for this week. Thank you so much for listening during these uncertain times; your support means the world. If you enjoyed this episode, a review or rating wherever you listen would be amazing. I’ll see you next time.
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Ep. 224: Meditation, quality, self-reliance and questioning beauty with hair artist Cyndia Harvey
This week’s guest is the wonderful, inspiring and insightful Cyndia Harvey, a London-based hair artist who has been recognised for her contribution to fashion by The British Fashion Council and was labelled as a Beauty Game-Changer by Vogue Business in their inaugural ‘100 Future Innovators’ list.
In this episode, Cyndia looks back fondly at how her Jamaican upbringing instilled in her an ingenuity that has always fed her creativity and she also shares on her love for Vipassana Meditation and explains why she feels apprehensive about labelling something as beautiful.
I’d love to know if Cyndia's words have the same impact on you as they had on me. You can let me know over in the DMs on Instagram or X formerly known as Twitter @beautymepodcast or you can email your thoughts to beautymepodcast@gmail.com. If you enjoyed this episode it would be amazing if you could leave a review or a rating wherever you like to listen as it really helps other potential listeners find the show!
Don’t forget there’s also a free to subscribe newsletter at beautymenotes.substack.com and you can find some visuals to go with our chat over on my tiktok @charissekenion.
Thank you for choosing to listen.
Links
This Hair of Mine video : https://vimeo.com/215919896
Cyndia's brand This Hair of Mine: https://thishairofmine.world/products/scalp-serum
Cyndia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cyndiaharvey
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Ep. 223: Let's review Prada Beauty Monochrome Hyper Matte Lipstick
It’s another 5-minute review and this week it’s Prada Beauty’s Monochrome Hyper Matte Lipstick.
In these short episodes I tell you what the product is, what the brand says about it and break down the packaging, the smell and feel, and give it a mark out of 5 based on whether it matches the claims on the website and how it performed for me.
This product was purchased by me but since recording the brand has sent me three other shades, including the Soft Matte formula, so I'll be sure to let you know my thoughts on that one on my socials!
I’d love to know if you’ve tried this product or if there’s another product you want me to do a 5-minute review on. Email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or Twitter @beautymepodcast. Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please a review or rating wherever you choose to listen.
Links
Prada Beauty Monochrome Hyper Matte Lipstick: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2521287
Prada Beauty Monochrome Soft Matte Lipstick: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2521296
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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Ep: 222: Behind the scenes of Sofia Coppola’s new Priscilla Presley biopic, with heads of hair and makeup Cliona Furey and Jo-Ann MacNeil.
This week we’re looking at the hair and makeup creatives who brought the cast of the new Sofia Coppola movie Priscilla to life.
I’ve split the show into three segments; starting with a little background into the making of the biopic, then I’ll be sharing my conversation with Cliona Furey, Head of Hair Design on the movie before sharing some behind the scenes product information from Jo-Ann MacNeil, Head of Makeup Design and find out how she turned actress Cailee Spaeny into Priscilla.
Also, if you want to see some visuals from the movie, I’ve made a few TikToks which you can find at https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion and if you’re one of my US-based listeners I’d love to know your thoughts on the movie if you’ve seen it!
Feel free to DM me on Instagram or X @beautymepodcast or email beautymepodcast@gmail.com. Thank you so much for listening – if you did enjoy it, it would be great if you could leave a review on Spotify or Apple or wherever you like to listen, and do feel free to give it a rating.
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Artwork image credit: Ken Woroner via A24
Clip of Sofia Coppola in intro via Chanel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=va0g2wkDJZw
How Cailee Spaeny transformed into Priscilla: https://theface.com/culture/how-cailee-spaeny-transformed-into-priscilla-sofia-coppola-film-elvis-presley-60s-hair-makeup-fashion
Priscilla Presley Breaks down 15 Looks from 1960 to Now Vogue Life in Looks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKKe82ggaD4
Tom Ford Eye Defining Pen: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2557838
Priscilla X Half Magic Set: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2557829
Sebastian Shaper Hairspray: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2557855
Chanel Les Ombres Multi Effect Quadra Eyeshadow Palette: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2557850
Ardell Lashes: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2557863
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Ep. 221: Growing up with Tumblr, code-switching as a mixed race woman and skincare for eczema with writer and curator Jasmine Pierre
This week I’ve got a very special guest because it's my first time welcoming a BeautyMe listener on to the show. A few weeks ago I put out an invitation on Instagram Stories for any listeners who wanted to be my guest and talk beauty.
London-based Executive Assistant, writer and curator Jasmine Pierre is my first listener guest and the conversation was so much fun and brought up a lot of thinking points for me personally.
In this episode, Jasmine shares her morning routine with some really useful tips for anyone who lives with eczema, and takes me through her early beauty influences, from her mum and grandma, to her schoolfriends and then, as so many of us have experienced: Tumblr.
If you're listening on Spotify be sure to check out my poll on the show page or feel free to DM me on Instagram or X @beautymepodcast or email beautymepodcast@gmail.com.
Thank you so much for listening – if you did enjoy it, it would be great if you could leave a review on Spotify or Apple or where you like to listen, and do feel free to give it a rating. Also, if you want to make sure you catch every episode of BeautyMe be sure to subscribe and follow so you get notified when they're released. See you next time!
Links
Aveeno Dermexa Emollient Cream: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2501788
The Inkey List Oat Cleansing Balm: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2501852
Byoma Hydrating Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2501779
E45 Face Moisturiser: https://e45.com/uk/product/e45-face-moisturiser/
Garnier Ambre Solaire Advanced Protection Sensitive SPF50: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2501878
Byoma Moisturising Gel-Cream SPF30: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2501872
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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Ep. 220: Let's review Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Primer
It’s another 5-minute review and this week it’s the Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Face Primer. In these short episodes I tell you what the product is, what the brand says about it, break down the packaging, the smell and feel, and give it a mark out of 5 based on whether it matches the claims on the website and how it performed for me.
For consistency, when it comes to the ingredients part I will often refer to incidecoder.com, a website specifically created for ingredient advice. I’d love to know if you’ve tried this product or if there’s another product you want me to do a 5-minute review on. Email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or Twitter @beautymepodcast.
Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please a review or rating wherever you choose to listen. See you next time.
Links to products mentioned
Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Face Primer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2354067 Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Mattifying + Blurring Setting Spray: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2354077
Milk Makeup Hydro Grip Makeup Setting + Refreshing Spray: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2354754
Milk Makeup Pore Eclipse Matte Translucent Setting Powder: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2354086
Youthforia Pregame Primer https://go.shopmy.us/p-2354748
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Ep. 219: Feeling burnt out and co-hosting The Black Beauty Club in London
This week it’s a very unscripted, minimally edited episode about two things that have been on my mind. First of all; burnout. I am FEELING it! Listen in and let me know if you’re feeling the same. The second segment is all about the value of the Black Beauty Club. Formed by two New York based women, Tomi Talabi and Asmeret Berhe-Lumax, the Black Beauty Club first emerged on Clubhouse, the audio chatroom app that took over our lives at the height of the pandemic in 2020, and today it is a real life event taking place regularly in New York and more recently and more often in London and Paris. Earlier this week I co-hosted their latest London event, so in the second half of this show I will tell you more about the club, its message and its founders.
Links The Black Beauty Club on Instagram: https://instagram.com/theblackbeautyclub
Black Beauty Club in Vogue: https://www.vogue.com/article/welcome-to-the-black-beauty-club#:~:text=The%20Black%20Beauty%20Club%20was,the%20first%20months%20of%20quarantine
How to increase Willpower and Tenacity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwakOgHIT0E
Joy Matashi on the BeautyMe Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3rqjDjvRvU6Au5rxXmCIXt?si=3D1OE9grQdGPK3m1x9ur3A
Lily Twelftree of Barefaced Media on the BeautyMe Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6GzJ0kLReYjoClOjzWNQGW?si=Cc8SHjH9QYmaGiCIDe2kDg
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Ep. 218: Australia-based Makeup artist and creator Tatiana Rose talks showgirls, nostalgia, comparison and performing as an introvert
This week's guest is Tatiana Rose, a makeup artist, photographer and cabaret dancer, based in Australia. I can't remember when I first fell in love with her work, but she was an instant follow. Tatiana’s work is so cinematic and nostalgic and I truly believe there's no-one else quite like her.
In this episode Tatiana shares what it was like to grow up in the circus back in Belgium, where she was born, only to move to Australia and have her world turned upside down. Suffice to say, it was a tumultuous time but it pushed Tatiana to really lean into her love of the arts, from painting to ballet, and would eventually lead her to the world of makeup.
I hope you love this one - be sure to check out all of Tatiana's social links that I've shared below and if you want to see a clip from our chat, head to my TikTok @charissekenion. If you’d like to leave some feedback then feel free to get in touch over in the DMs on X, formerly known as Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com.
If you enjoyed this episode I would love it if you could leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen, because it really helps people find the podcast. Thanks for listening, see you next time.
Tatiana on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatianaroseart/
Tatiana on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tatianaroseart
Tatiana on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tatianaroseart
BeautyMe on X: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 217: London Fashion Week backstage hair and beauty highlights plus makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes first product launch
This episode is a look behind the scenes at some of the London Fashion Week Spring Summer 2024 shows and I’m also sharing information on the very first product launch from makeup artist Katie Jane Hughes.
In this episode I share my favourite moments backstage, thoughts on professionals who are able to cater to textured hair and more!
If you want to see the visuals to accompany my thoughts head to my personal Instagram https://www.instagram.com/charisse_kenion/https://www.instagram.com/charisse_kenion/ and my TikTok @charissekenion! Don't forget there's also my free newsletter that you can sign up for at beautymenotes.substack.com. If you enjoyed listening to this episode it would be great if you could hit subscribe or follow and feel free to leave a review too!
Products mentioned:
KJH.brand Hyper Shine High Lite Kit – launching September 26th at kjhbrand.com
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 216: Meet the Founder with Zanna Roberts Rassi, co-founder of Milk Makeup. Talking makeup, the Manchester indie scene, relationships and more
This week it’s a very special Meet the Founder episode with Zanna Roberts Rassi, one of the four co-founders of Milk Makeup, a cruelty-free, vegan makeup brand that's all about easy, effortless results. Zanna launched the brand back in 2016 alongside her husband, Milk Studios co-founder Mazdack Rassi, as well as Georgie Greville and Dianna Ruth.
Zanna and I met during a hectic week of Milk Makeup events that saw her flying from New York to London to Paris all in the space of a few days. In this episode we discuss the early days of Milk Makeup, how Zanna stays fit and inspired - and I also ask how she balances living and working with her husband, all while having two children and a gig as an entertainment reporter for NBC!
Zanna, originally from Manchester, UK, is honest and open about her work/life balance and of course shares her can't-live-without Milk Makeup products. Just a heads-up, this is not sponsored!
I really hope you enjoy this one as much as I did. Feel free to get in touch with feedback over in the DMs on X, formerly known as Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com. If you want to see more of the Milk Makeup event head to my TikTok @charissekenion and if you loved listening then it would be amazing if you could leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen, because it really helps people find the podcast. Thanks for listening, see you next time.
Artwork/photography: Charisse Kenion
Links
Products mentioned:
Milk Makeup Vegan Moisturiser: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2217470
Milk Makeup Future Fluid All Over Medium Coverage Hydrating Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2217458
Milk Makeup Rise Lifting + Lengthening Mascara: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2217464
Milk Makeup Lip + Cheek: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2217460
Milk Makeup Odyssey Hydrating Non-Sticky Lip Oil Gloss: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2217475
Danessa Myricks Color Fix Foils in Venus: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2217485
Milk Makeup on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milkmakeup/
Zanna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zannarassi/
BeautyMe on X: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 215: Supermodels Naomi, Linda, Cindy and Christy retouched with AI for the covers of British and American Vogue September issues - is this the end of the model?
Have you seen the September covers of British and American Vogue yet? For some the images are a celebration of some of the most iconic faces we know, while others think it's amazing that four women over 50 are on the cover together.
Still, there are others, including me, with a variety of conflicting thoughts, which is why this episode is dedicated to the supermodels specials.
We’ve got the legends Christy Turlington, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista and Naomi Campbell on the covers of both issues at the same time but much of the talk has centred around the use of AI retouching.
I would love to know your thoughts on these images too. If you’re listening on Spotify please take part in the poll on the show’s page. And feel free to get in touch with feedback over in the DMs on X, formerly Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com. Don’t forget, you’ll also find a video about this shoot over on TikTok @charissekenion and there's also the newsletter, beautymenotes.substack.com.
Did you know that you can now listen to BeautyMe on Amazon Music? Wherever you listen, I would really love if you could hit that subscribe or like button and do please leave a review.
Links
Amy Odell: Vogue’s Supermodels Cover, Retouching and Fashion’s AI Future: https://amyodell.substack.com/p/vogues-supermodels-cover-retouching
Check out my Christy Turlington Vogue 2002 tiktok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGJnhUsnk/https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGJnhUsnk/
My Gisele for Vogue Italia tiktok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGJnhhL5X/
Linda Evangelista episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5y7Fhvg0cIl3llWCSdgfHT?si=7fb4e38105ec42b5
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 214: Let's review Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream All-Over Miracle Oil
This week it's another 5-minute review - but it's 10 minutes. That's mostly because I’m talking about the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream All-Over Miracle Oil – closely related to the cult product Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant.
I’d love to know if you’ve tried this product or the original or if there’s another product you want me to do a 5-minute review on. Email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or Twitter @beautymepodcast. Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please a review or rating wherever you choose to listen. See you next time.
Links:
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream All-Over Miracle Oil: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2101028
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
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BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 213: Session stylist and brand founder Danielle Igor talks hair texture, fashion and Mary J Blige
This week's guest is London-based session stylist and brand founder Danielle Igor, whose work I fell in love with after The Face magazine included her in its online Beauty Directory. While noticing a certain nostalgia about it, I was struck by the freshness of Danielle's work.
Danielle began teaching herself to do her own hair at the age of 9 and today she works with the likes of brands such as Apple, Adidas and Charlotte Tilbury as well as musicians such as Cat Burns, Jorja Smith and Shy Girl. For me, Danielle's work is a celebration of black culture, and in this conversation we discuss cultural appropriation and whether it's necessary that all stylists can do all hair. Along the way Danielle shares her first inspirations and her hopes for the future of her brand Igor Hair.
I hope you enjoy this one as much as we did! Feel free to get in touch with feedback over in the DMs on Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com. Don’t forget, you’ll also find some video clips of our chat on Instagram or you can see it on TikTok @charissekenion. Did you know that you can now listen to BeautyMe on Amazon Music? Wherever you listen, I would really love if you could hit that subscribe or like button and don't forge there's also the newsletter, which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com.
Links
Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielleigor/
Igor Hair: https://igorhair.com
BeautyMe on X: https://twitter.com/BeautyMePodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 212: Let's review Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
It’s another 5-minute review and this week it’s the much-loved Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask. In these short episodes I tell you what the product is, what the brand says about it and break down the packaging, the smell and feel, and give it a mark out of 5 based on whether it matches the claims on the website and how it performed for me.
I’d love to know if you’ve tried this product or if there’s another product you want me to do a 5-minute review on. Email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or X @beautymepodcast.
Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please a review or rating wherever you choose to listen. See you next time.
Links:
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask: https://go.shopmy.us/p-2101027
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 211: The difference between hot and pretty and why makeup artist Bea Sweet can't be put in a box
This week’s guest is the amazing London-based makeup artist Bea Sweet. Often compared to Queen Pat McGrath, Bea is the creative behind some truly stunning looks for the likes of everyone from singers Jorja Smith and Twigs to British-Australian actress Miriam Margolyes.
In this episode Bea looks back on the products that really got her into beauty and blows my mind when she talks about her formal music training as a child.
We have an interesting conversation around what Bea classifies as being ‘hot’ and how it differs from being ‘pretty’ and she references some back in the day websites and influences that lean more into the edgy, darker side of beauty.
Also, towards the end of the show, Bea is going to share the 4 products that she cannot live without, and they’re really interesting!
I hope you enjoy this one as much as we did. Feel free to get in touch with feedback over in the DMs on Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com. Don’t forget, you’ll also find some video clips of our chat on Instagram or you can see it on TikTok @charissekenion.
Did you know that you can now listen to BeautyMe on Amazon Music? Wherever you listen, I would really love if you could hit that subscribe or like button.
Links
Products mentioned:
Barry M Dazzle Dust: https://barrym.com/products/dazzle-dust-rose-gold
MAC Cosmetics Ruby Woo: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1979338
Pat McGrath Lip Fetish Astral Lip Balm Amethyst: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1978247
Danessa Myricks Evolution Powder: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1978246
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Beauty Light Wand in No2 Medium: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1978182
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb in Fu$$y: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1978183
Bea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beasweetbeauty/
FKA Twigs Ouch Ouch video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZfMhK0vjeg
FKA Twigs Papi Pacify video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OydK91JjFOw
FKA Twigs Honda video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kxokAmGVzOs
Jorja Smith Try Me video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUn6i9bfdRA
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
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BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 210: The problem with Latte Makeup
Today’s episode is a kind of stream of consciousness thing, musing about the 'Latte Makeup' trend. In this short and sweet episode I break down the trend, how the label originated and try to get to the bottom of why the trend kind of irks me!
I would love to know what you think - am I reaching or do I have a point?
If something else is bugging you, or inspiring you in the world of beauty feel free to get in touch over in the DMs on Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com. Don’t forget, you can also find me on TikTok @charissekenion.
Did you know that you can now listen to BeautyMe on Amazon Music? Wherever you listen, I would really love if you could hit that subscribe or like button. Feel free to leave a 5-star rating over on Spotify, or write a review on Apple Podcasts.
Don’t forget there’s also my newsletter beautymenotes.substack.com where I often share imagery from each episode. See you next time!
Artwork: Instagram.com/taniellejaimua
Links
Taneille Jai on Instagram: https://instagram.com/taniellejaimua?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Rachel Rigler's Latte Makeup video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGJboQk5Q/
Ehlie Luna's Latte Makeup video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGJbovCsb/
Jonet Williamson's Latte Makeup video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGJboGPYX/
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 209: Let’s review Glossier G Suit Soft Touch Lip Créme
In these short episodes I tell you what the product is, what the brand says about it and break down the packaging, the smell and feel, and give it a mark out of 5 based on whether it matches the claims on the website and how it performed for me.
For consistency, when it comes to the ingredients part I will use incidecoder.com, a website specifically created for ingredient advice.
I’d love to know if you’ve tried Glossier G Suit or if there’s another product you want me to do a 5-minute review on. Email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or Twitter @beautymepodcast. Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please a review or rating wherever you choose to listen. See you next time.
Glossier G Suit: go.shopmy.us/p-1730624
Fenty Beauty Icon Velvet Liquid Lipstick: go.shopmy.us/p-1896853
Romand Blur Fudge Tint: go.shopmy.us/p-1896848
BeautyMe on Twitter: twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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BeautyMe newsletter: beautymenotes.substack.com
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BeautyMe on ShopMy: shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 208: The complexities and beauty of textured hair; why tech and data is so important with Texture Gap creator and Carra founder Winnie Awa
This week’s guest is the wonderful, award-winning entrepreneur and hair expert Winnie Awa.
In 2020, London-based Winnie founded Carra, an online platform powered by data to give people with textured hair the world over the advice and product recommendations they really need.
More recently, this June, Winnie launched The Texture Gap, an AI-driven report from Carra Labs that highlights the lack of consideration, innovation and awareness around Type 4C hair, the tightest curl pattern.
In this conversation we discuss the intricacies of black hair, why brands need to wake up to the needs of people with textured hair; why some of us are going back to relaxing our hair and our right to choose exactly what we do with our hair.
This is a conversation that everyone can learn from; from brand leaders to parents who are considering the styling options for their children so don’t hesitate to share this with anyone who might benefit.
I really hope you enjoy this one as much as we did and I’d love for you to take part in the poll over on Spotify if that’s where you’re listening. Feel free to get in touch with feedback over in the DMs on Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com.
Don’t forget, you’ll also find some video clips of our chat on Instagram @beautymepodcast or you can see it on TikTok @charissekenion.
Did you know that you can now listen to BeautyMe on Amazon Music? Wherever you listen, I would really love if you could hit that subscribe or like button. Feel free to leave a 5-star rating over on Spotify, or write a review on Apple Podcasts.
Don’t forget there’s also my newsletter beautymenotes.substack.com where I often share imagery from each episode. See you next time!
Cover photo: Charisse Kenion
Links
Download The Texture Gap: https://carra.co/texturegap
Winnie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winnieawa/
Carra on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heycarra/
Read more about The Texture Gap: https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/beauty/hair/a44254061/texture-gap-type-4-hair-report/
Listen to The Hair Lab: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HbDzUfLcQayqRhxdvOvys?si=b5707555715c494c
The Texture Gap in Vogue: https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/how-to-grow-afro-hair
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 207: Ableism, empathy and creating a higher quality of life while living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome CFS - Able zine founder Claudia Walder
When Claudia was 23 and working as a stylist she began to experience some health problems that eventually became incredibly debilitating. Six months later she was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS).
In this episode Claudia shares her experiences, how she had essentially had to nurture herself, why she started Able Zine and why she's taking a break. We also discuss the importance of perception and representation and the intricacies of labelling an illness 'invisible'.
Feel free to get in touch with feedback over in the DMs on Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com.
Don’t forget, you’ll also find some video clips of our chat on Instagram or you can see it on TikTok @charissekenion.
Did you know that you can now listen to BeautyMe on Amazon Music? Wherever you listen, I would really love if you could hit that subscribe or like button.
Feel free to leave a 5-star rating over on Spotify, or write a review on Apple Podcasts. Don’t forget there’s also my newsletter beautymenotes.substack.com where I often share imagery from each episode. See you next time!
Links
Claudia on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lilguerrera/
Able on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ablezine/
www.ablezine.com BeautyMe onTwitter: twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 206: PSA: Someone else's weight is none of your business
Today we’re talking about weight, or rather, I’m talking about whether we should ever talk about weight when it’s nothing to do with our own body. Meaning, should we ever talk about someone else’s weight, whether it’s gone up or down, whether that’s 'good' or 'bad'.
If at any point during this episode, there’s something you want to say or share, please do find me in the DMs on Twitter or Instagram @beautymepodcast or email me direct beautymepodcast@gmail.com.
TW: Before I share my thoughts, I do want to let you know that I will touch upon eating disorders and miscarriage so if either of those subjects feel too heavy right now, please give this episode a miss. I want to point out this is not an episode about health and I also want to point out that this episode will not even get into how race, gender or disability impacts the conversation around weight –but that’s something I definitely want to explore another time so I’d love to hear from you if you want to have a conversation.
Please let me know your thoughts; is it time we stopped talking about weight? If you’re listening on Spotify take part in the poll over there and let me know! Or you can email me direct on beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or Twitter @beautymepodcast or on TikTok @charissekenion.
Did you know that you can now listen to BeautyMe on Amazon Music? Wherever you listen, I would really love if you could hit that subscribe or like button. Feel free to leave a 5-star rating over on Spotify, or write a review on Apple Podcasts. Don’t forget there’s also my newsletter beautymenotes.substack.com where I often share imagery from each episode. See you next time!
Links
Crazy Healthy Cool video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvPdFFp58iA
Ka Msendoo video: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZGJCcvYkk/
Jorja Smith for i-D: https://i-d.vice.com/en/article/g5yv74/jorja-smith-alicia-keys-falling-or-flying-interview-cover
‘You Just Need to Lose Weight’ and 19 Other Myths About Fat People by Aubrey Gordon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/You-Just-Need-Lose-Weight/dp/0807006475/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1687773158&sr=8-1
BeautyMe on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beautymepodcast
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BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 205: Let’s review Dior Addict Lip Maximizer
In these short episodes I tell you what the product is, what the brand says about it and break down the packaging, the smell and feel, and give it a mark out of 5 based on whether it matches the claims on the website and how it performed for me.
For consistency, when it comes to the ingredients part I will use incidecoder.com, a website specifically created for ingredient advice. I’d love to know if you’ve tried this product or if there’s another product you want me to do a 5-minute review on. Email me beautymepodcast@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram or Twitter @beautymepodcast with your suggestions. Don’t forget there’s also the newsletter which you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you liked this episode do please leave a review or rating wherever you choose to listen. See you next time.
Links
Dior Addict Lip Maximizer: go.shopmy.us/p-1704041
BeautyMe on Twitter: twitter.com/beautymepodcast
BeautyMe on Instagram: www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/
BeautyMe newsletter: beautymenotes.substack.com
BeautyMe on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion
BeautyMe on ShopMy: shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 204: Is Estée Lauder’s Bronze Goddess the most iconic Summer scent ever? Looking at the history and many iterations of this classic fragrance
This week’s episode is a deep dive into the history of Estée Lauder’s iconic Summer scent; Bronze Goddess. First of all I’m going back to when it first launched to try and break down what makes it such a cult fragrance and I’ll end by sharing my thoughts on the very latest iteration of the fragrance, L’Eau de Lumiere.
I’d love to know if you know this fragrance so be sure to head to my DMs over on Instagram or Twitter @beautymepodcast or email me direct at beautymepodcast@gmail.com. I’d also love to know what your signature Summer scent is, so please take a second and let me know via the question I’ve posted over on the Spotify page. While you’re there be sure to hit follow, and if you’re listening elsewhere on Apple or Amazon, make sure you subscribe so you never miss another episode! Finally, if you want even more when it comes to imagery check out my tiktok @charissekenion and sign up to my newsletter. You’ll find it at beautymenotes.substack.com and it’s free to subscribe. See you next time. Artwork photography by me.
Links
Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau de Parfum: go.shopmy.us/p-1639349
Now Smell This: nstperfume.com/2007/03/21/estee-lauder-azuree-soleil-eau-fraiche-skinscent-fragrance-review/
Elemis Frangipani Monoi Body Oil: go.shopmy.us/p-1666868
Choosing your Summer Scent with Rachael: open.spotify.com/episode/16kR8oxlhXSVLvGtV8JNG8?si=249e491032e94aff
Alfred Morillas Fragrantica listing: www.fragrantica.com/noses/Alberto_Morillas.html
BeautyMe on Twitter: twitter.com/beautymepodcastBeautyMe on Instagram: www.instagram.com/beautymepodcast/BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.comBeautyMe on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@charissekenionBeautyMe on ShopMy: shopmy.us/beautyme
Ep. 203: Let’s review Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water
on the website and how it performed for me.
This week I’m talking about Korean brand Beauty of Joseon's Ginseng Essence Water, an amazing toner that I truly fell in love with; just check out the show artwork and you'll see my bottle is practically empty.
Did you know that you can now listen to BeautyMe on Amazon Music? Wherever you listen, I would really love if you could hit that subscribe or like button. Feel free to leave a 5-star rating over on Spotify, or write a review on Apple Podcasts. Don’t forget there’s also my newsletter beautymenotes.substack.com where I often share imagery from each episode. See you next time!
Links
Beauty of Joeson Ginseng Essence Water: go.shopmy.us/p-1576830
incidecoder.com
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Ep. 202: Makeup artist and Stila founder Jeanine Lobell on building an iconic brand, working with Naomi Campbell and meditation
Jeanine Lobell, the founder of iconic brand Stila, is this week’s guest and it’s one of the best conversations I’ve ever been lucky enough to have. Jeanine started out as makeup artist – and still is today – and in 1994 she changed the face of beauty with her whimsical, functional brand.
In this episode I ask Jeanine to take us all the way back to the ‘90s – what did it take to build a beauty brand back then? Was it easier or more difficult compared to today? How much did Estée Lauder pay her for her brand in 1999??
Jeanine is the definition of an innovator and I feel that future beauty founders could learn so much from her. She shares so many amazing, inspiring and fun stories of the decades she has spent in the beauty industry, and also shares what she would do differently if Stila launched today.
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Into the Gloss article: https://intothegloss.com/2011/10/jeanine-lobell-makeup-artist/
Makeup Museum Stila Girls: https://www.makeupmuseum.org/home/2019/12/mm-stila-girl-exhibition.html
Neen: https://weareneen.com
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Ep. 201: 5-minute beauty review: Dieux Instant Angel Lipid Rich Moisturiser
It’s another 5-minute review in which I pick one product and tell you what the brand says about it, break down the packaging, the smell and feel, discuss some of its key ingredients and give it a mark out of 5 based on whether it matches the claims on the website and how it performed for me. For consistency, when it comes to the ingredients part I will use incidecoder.com, a website specifically created for ingredient advice.
This week I’m talking about the Dieux Instant Angel Lipid Rich Moisturiser, which was kindly gifted to me by the brand.
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Links
Dieux Instant Angel: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1576807
Elementis website: https://www.elementis.com/meadowestolider
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Ep. 200: British Vogue's June beauty, Lana Del Rey’s makeup, the new Byredo Remembrance palette and layering scents with Rachael Todd
This week's episode is a blend of some of my favourite things - from the June issue of British Vogue’s beauty pages courtesy of Twiggy Jalloh and Funmi Fetto to my latest palette purchase from Byredo; my beauty breakdown of Lana Del Rey’s new music video and chatting about Summer scents with my friend Rachael, a true fragrance enthusiast. Rachael shares her favourite perfumes and advises us how to switch things up for Summer.
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00:00 Introduction
01:30 British Vogue's June Beauty pages
22:07 Lana Del Rey's makeup for her new Candy Necklace video
28.32 Byredo's Remembrance Eyeshadow Palette
34:29 Summer Scents with Rachael Todd
Links:
Lana Del Rey beauty breakdown: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion/video/7238984555540008218?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7235892347757823514
Rachael Todd on BeautyMe: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5RNvG71AodXGllYVko5yTW?si=mEGsvuf4RkCBA2wal6YLbg
Byredo Remembrance Eyeshadow Palette: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1594260
Kayali Yum Pistachio Gelato: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1594238
D.S. & Durga Pistachio Eau de Parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1594241
Veronique Gabai Lumière D'Iris Eau de Parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1594247
Vilhelm Parfumerie Stockholm 1978: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1594248
Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess de Lumiere Eau de Parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-1594258
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Ep. 199: We all have thoughts on Beyoncé going into haircare - but if you don't want it you don’t have to buy it.
For this episode I wanted to explore the many layers of discussion around Beyoncé launching haircare, including the question, is she even qualified to launch a haircare line?
As part of Destiny’s Child alongside longterm members Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams, from 2001 onwards the band won every award you can think of, and as a solo artist Beyoncé has amassed over 30 Grammys and is tied with her husband Jay-Z as the most nominated act in Grammys history with 88 nominations each.
As well as the endless awards and nominations Beyoncé is absolutely 100 percent a modern day hair icon for black women the world over and has undoubtedly inspired millions of women to make changes with their hair. In this episode I discuss a little of Beyoncé's impact, her importance, her personal life and her reasons for going into haircare.
I’d love to know your thoughts on this one – you can either DM me on Instagram or Twitter or, if you’re listening on Spotify, please do take part in the poll I’ve shared on the episode page. Thank you so much for listening – if you want a little bit more of me, go ahead and subscribe to my newsletter at beautymenotes.substack.com and if you enjoyed this episode, feel free to leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or anywhere you like to listen.
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Links:
Tee Noir’s Beyoncé Is Not Relatable: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nASxxER4ZZQ
Darian on BeautyMe: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PW3qKqxnmxooMi06WIoUu?si=e6e15acfdb8b49df
Darian’s Reel on Beyoncé haircare: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CsUNXfJLA4m/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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