The Hue Report – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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Hey, beautiful people! This week, I'm chatting with Dana Hill-Robinson—a true pioneer in the beauty industry. Dana is the founder of Cocotique, the subscription service that has championed Black-owned and indie beauty brands for over a decade. More recently, she co-founded Glowissima alongside supermodel and Real Housewives of Atlanta star Cynthia Bailey.

Throughout her career, Dana has consistently created space for diversity, discovery, and representation in the beauty industry. Before becoming a founder, her path spanned fashion, music, and brand marketing, including roles such as assistant fashion editor at Harper's Bazaar, VP of marketing and PR at Rocawear, and senior director of urban artist development at Arista Records. Press play to hear Dana's inspiring story, product favorites, and more!

Stay connected with Dana: @danahillrobinson

Learn more about Glowissima: @glowissima

Learn more about Cocotique: @cocotique

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Stay connected with Olivia: @oliviahancock_

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Welcome back, beautiful people! On this episode of The Hue Report, I’m joined by multihyphenate Isan Elba to talk about betting on herself as a creator and building Beauty Access—her platform championing inclusivity and sustainability in the beauty industry. Isan shares how she’s navigated challenges, celebrated wins, and redefined what it means to create with purpose. Press play to hear how Isan is making beauty more accessible—and what’s next on her journey.

Stay connected with Isan Elba: @isanelba

Learn more about Beauty Access: @beautyaccess / beautyaccess.org

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Stay in touch with Olivia: @oliviahancock_

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Today, Mbiye is chatting with Redoux's founder Asia Grant. Redoux's amazing Botanical Cleansing Bars have been featured in Vogue, Architectural Digest, WWD, and more. Asia opened up about her entrepreneurial journey, starting a business with her best friend, and all things scents. Press play to hear from Asia!

Let us know your thoughts on the episode! Tag us on Instagram @thehuereport or email us at hello@thehuereport.com

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Stay in touch with Asia on Instagram: @asia__grant and @redouxnyc

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Today, I'm chatting with one of my editor friends, Annie Blay. Annie is currently a beauty editor at Allure, but she previously served as the associate beauty news editor at The Zoe Report. Annie and I connected via Instagram a while back and have bonded over our shared experience of becoming beauty editors at 21. We chatted about the realities of achieving one of your lifelong dreams at a young age, advice for aspiring writers, and our favorite products. Press play to hear from Annie, and I hope you enjoy the episode!

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Stay in touch with Olivia on Instagram: @oliviahancock_
Stay in touch with Annie on Instagram: @annieblay

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The Hue Report's producer Mbiye Kasonga and I are kicking off season four with a beauty speed round of our own. We're chatting about our earliest beauty memories, must-have products, and so much more.  Press play to hear from us!

Let us know your thoughts on the episode! Tag us on Instagram @thehuereport or email us at hello@thehuereport.com
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Today, I’m chatting with Tolu Funso, an Atlanta-based makeup artist. Tolu describes her approach to makeup as “skincare-obsessed natural glam,” and she truly does take her time to ensure every detail looks flawless—from your foundation to eyeshadow. 

Though she’s now an in-demand makeup artist in Atlanta and beyond, Tolu didn’t set out to become a beauty professional. She graduated from Georgia State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Chemistry. But eventually, her interest in makeup grew, and she started educating herself on techniques and growing her client base. In 2020, Tolu made makeup artistry her full-time career, and she’s been soaring ever since. She’s worked with celebrities like Michaela Coel and beauty brands like Glosshood. She’s also gearing up to launch a makeup course for beginners. 

Press play to hear from Tolu, and I hope you enjoy the episode! 

Let me know your thoughts on the episode! Tag me on Instagram @thehuereport or email me at hello@thehuereport.com
Stay connected with Tolu on Instagram: @goldfacedartistry
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Today, I’m chatting with Gwen Jimmere. Gwen is a natural hair guru and CEO/Founder of Naturalicious. The idea to launch a natural hair brand came to Gwen in 2013. That year, she was dealing with being laid off, a divorce, and caring for her 1-year-old son. At the time, she had $32 to her name and had to think critically about what to do to generate income. That’s when she decided to turn her hobby of creating all-natural hair care products into a business. Gwen’s resilience has propelled Naturalicious to incredible success—the brand is sold in major retail stores like Whole Foods, Sally Beauty and Ulta Beauty. She’s also made history as the first African American woman to hold a patent for a natural hair product. Gwen has also grown her Detroit-based team from 1 to 13, expanded into skincare and supplements, and written a book. 

During the episode, Gwen and I chatted about her journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Press play to hear from Gwen and I hope you enjoy the episode! 

Let me know your thoughts on the episode! Tag me on Instagram @thehuereport or email me at hello@thehuereport.com
Stay connected with Gwen Jimmere on Instagram: @gwenjimmere
Stay connected with Naturalicious on Instagram: @naturalicious_beauty
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Stay in touch with me on Instagram: @oliviahancock_ 

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Today, I have the pleasure of chatting with the one and only Kiyah Wright. She is a 2x Emmy-award-winning hairstylist. Her client roster includes some of the biggest names in Hollywood—like Jennifer Hudson, Ciara, Halle Berry, and Taraji P. Henson. 

Kiyah joined me on the podcast to discuss her incredible beauty career. We talked about how she went from doing hair in DC to immersing herself in the world of celebrity hairstyling in New York and LA. She filled me in on what it was like being the in-house hairstylist for Bad Boy Records and the Tyra Banks Show. We also talked about what she’s been up to lately. She runs a hair brand called Muze Hair. She is also gearing up for the launch of her book, From Beauty to Business, which debuts this month. 

Press play to hear from Kiyah, and I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I do!
Let me know your thoughts on the episode! Tag me on Instagram @thehuereport or email me at hello@thehuereport.com
Stay connected with Kiyah Wright on Instagram: @kiyahwright
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Today, I’m chatting with Jazmin Alvarez, the founder of Pretty Well Beauty; a digital destination focused on making clean beauty accessible. Jazmin grew up connected to the beauty industry as her mother was a hairstylist. However, she embarked on a career in the casting and production industry. She’s worked with brands like Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and Fenty Beauty.

Eventually, she launched Pretty Well Beauty. It is an endeavor that was truly born out of her desire to shift perceptions around clean beauty and create a more inclusive clean beauty and wellness marketplace.

If you want to hear about what it’s been like building Pretty Well Beauty and some of her product must-haves, press play to hear from Jazmin. I hope you enjoy the episode!

Let me know your thoughts on the episode! Tag me on Instagram @thehuereport or email me at hello@thehuereport.com
Stay connected with Jazmin Alvarez on Instagram: @shoegirlnyc
Stay connected with Pretty Well Beauty on Instagram: @prettywellbeauty
Join The Hue Report community on Instagram: @thehuereport
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Stay in touch with me on Instagram: @oliviahancock_ 

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Today, I’m chatting with Schae Graham, a beauty content creator and the social media manager for Topicals. Schae is really that girl when it comes to content—she has an eye for creating beautiful, aesthetically pleasing videos and photos. But beyond that, her reviews and tutorials are so engaging and fun. 

During the episode, Schae and I chatted about so much. We discussed her career as a social media manager for beauty brands like Topicals and Mayvenn, the highs and lows of being a creator, the tools she uses to create her content, and her favorite products. Keep listening to hear from Schae, and I hope you enjoy the episode! 

Let me know your thoughts on the episode! Tag me on Instagram @thehuereport or email me at hello@thehuereport.com
Stay connected with Schae on Instagram: @schaebreezy_
Join The Hue Report community on Instagram: @thehuereport
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