Unfiltered talk about beauty trends, selfcare journeys, skincare, wellness tips and the products we love, hosted by Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli, with the women I admire.
The Truth About Hair Restoration, Growth Supplements & Protective Styles ft. Trichologist Ashley Zsaton
Monday, September 28, 2026 • Duration 53:04
Ashley Zsaton, DNP, ACNP-AG, learned about hair politics early. Growing up biracial in Milwaukee, she wasn’t always accepted for wearing her natural curls. Her search to understand what people meant by "good" and "bad" hair led her to become a board-certified nurse practitioner and hair loss specialist. As co-founder of the Hollywood Hair Institute, California’s preeminent hair transplant & aesthetic treatment center, Dr. Zsaton established herself as a leading hair restoration specialist and trichologist. Her medical background also includes supporting patients in critical conditions in the ICU and in ophthalmology, where her research led to the national publication of a school-based vision screening program. But before she began her medical career, she was trying to develop a healthy relationship with her own hair. A move to the Dominican Republic opened her eyes to the incredible beauty and versatility of naturally curly hair.
In the Dominican Republic, Dr. Zsaton was exposed to a country filled with curly hair styled and cared for in all manner of styles. She brought this newfound passion for hair back to the States, and when she decided to pursue a career in medicine, her husband encouraged her to follow her interest in scalp care towards medical aesthetics. Fast forward to now, and Dr. Zsaton is changing lives by helping people access the hair restoration treatments that are best for them. During our conversation, we discussed every hair restoration treatment from PRP to Follicular Unit Extraction to Minoxidil. Dr. Zsaton walked us through what a good surgical candidate profile looks like, and which alternatives may be a better fit for her patients. In fact, Brooke walked us through the exact routine Dr. Zsaton prepared for her and detailed how effective each product has been in growing her hair. Dr. Zsaton doesn’t hold back when it comes to telling us which hairstyles may be causing the most damage, for men and women, and which products aren’t doing anything helpful at all. She gives us a peek into the aesthetic innovations she’s explored in Turkey and Korea that she’d like to offer her patients here in the States. Dr. Zsaton offered an unfiltered, honest look at the limits and possibilities of hair restoration.
Tune in as we discuss:
(0:00) Welcome Ashley Zsaton, DNP, ACNP-AG
(1:45) Scalp Care's Rising Popularity
(3:00) How Good Hair vs. Bad Hair Conversations Impacted Her
(3:30) Her Hair Health Journey
(3:45) How the Dominican Republic Inspired Her Natural Hair Journey
(4:00) What Inspired Her Medical Career
(5:40) Defining Hair Terminology
(8:30) Which Hairstyles May Cause Hair Loss
(9:00) What To Do When Your Braids Are Too Tight
(11:40) Differences In Types of Hair Transplants
(15:00) Determining Hair Transplant Candidacy
(17:10) How Iron Impacts Hair Thickness
(19:25) Determining PRP Candidacy
(22:25) Why Minoxidil Is Underrated
(24:00) Why Ashley Hates Biotin
(25:25) Hair Loss Starts Earlier Than We Think
(27:24) Which Hair Conditions Cannot Be Fixed
(30:20) Tips For Men With Hairline Concerns
(32:00) Brooke's Full Hair Restoration Protocol
(39:30) Why Keratin Treatments Can Be A Good Solution
KJ Dillard on Skateboarding Aesthetics, Sunscreen, & Getting Emotional as a Man
Monday, September 21, 2026 • Duration 43:54
KJ Dillard is the definition of a multi-hyphenate. Before he became a Summer House fan favorite, KJ was a professional skateboarder, genre-defying musician, and model. How has he managed to achieve all of these dreams so fervently? He won’t allow anyone to put him in a box. Growing up in Kansas and Arizona, KJ learned early on how to adapt to different circumstances. Initially, he was part of a well-to-do community, but his parents' divorce shifted everything, and he soon found himself in an entirely new world. KJ leaned into his interests and started a band with friends from church, where he rapped and sang as their frontman. He also began to take skateboarding seriously, even though it wasn't very popular. KJ became engrossed in skate culture, obsessing over its rebellious nature and style. His interest blossomed into a nearly ten-year career as a professional skateboarder, during which he inadvertently invented a never-before-seen trick and attracted the attention of the entire skating community. Like that accidentally career-defining moment, KJ seems destined for greatness, no matter the medium.
As the first Black male Summer House castmate, KJ had to learn to navigate the new world of reality television with millions of eyes watching. Ever graceful, he’s taking the lessons and carrying them into another season. In our conversation, we talk about what it means to give yourself grace when you live and date in the public eye, and how he manages the pressure of being “the first.” KJ models the kind of transparency he hopes inspires other men to open up and share more deeply about what they’re feeling. He opened up about his childhood experiences with living with undiagnosed ADHD and having to live with his grandmother. KJ shares that his love for skateboarding has never left him and now serves as a space for self-care. We also cover his return to music and how excited he is to try a new genre and sound. As is his nature, KJ is turning back to the creative outlets that brought him joy as a kid, except now he’s sharing them with the world.
Tune in as we discuss:
0:00 Welcome KJ
4:05 Preparing For The Spotlight
5:00 Growing Up In Arizona and Kansas
5:25 How His Parents' Divorce Changed Their Lives
You Don't Need Permission to Be Yourself: Tabitha Brown on Faith, Fame, and Natural Beauty
Monday, September 14, 2026 • Duration 51:52
Tabitha Brown was destined for greatness. Her natural ability to connect with people, paired with her professional training as an actress, only strengthened her self-belief. A viral video catapulted her onto the screens and into the lives of millions of people worldwide, cementing what she always knew would happen. Since then, Tabitha has become a two-time Emmy Award-winning host, four-time bestselling author, children’s entertainment creator, multi-NAACP award winner, and serial entrepreneur across beauty, food, haircare, and fragrance verticals. Before her rise to fame, Tabitha was hustling in L.A., building connections and a portfolio of work in pursuit of her acting career. She came from North Carolina with a dream and a supportive family, determined to build the life God had promised her. Along the way, divinely aligned opportunities charted a path toward the success she knew she was destined to have and capable of maintaining.
During our conversation, we discussed the importance of strong faith and a strong work ethic. Tabitha explained that she decided she wouldn’t just have a viral moment, but would build on her skills and experience to create a sustainable career. She walked us through her decision to move to L.A. twice, both times to pursue her creative dreams, and how she prepared for success while doing so. We dove deep into her business acumen and how she's found success across many industries while staying true to her vision and sense of purpose. She shared her entire hair journey, the many big chops, working with her husband, and how to handle online negativity. When Tabitha says, everything must be aligned, she means it. Every aspect of her business reflects who she is and what she loves; whether that’s her commitment to a vegan lifestyle, her love of children, or her lifelong love of haircare. Tabitha gave us full access to the dietary, beauty, and haircare choices that make up the woman we all admire.
Tune in as we discuss:
(00:00) Welcome Tabitha
(02:35) Why Relaxed Hair Seemed Necessary Before The 00s
(03:35) Age-Appropriate Hairstyles
(06:00) On Chasing Her Dreams In L.A. Twice
(10:15) The Sign From God That Reinvigorated Her Creative Dreams
Understanding Filler, Botox, and Facial Aesthetics ft. Dr. Ewoma Ukeleghe | Encore Episode
Monday, September 7, 2026 • Duration 48:17
While the beauty industry has made some progress in terms of authenticity and acceptance, discourse around cosmetic filler still doesn’t feel completely free of judgment. Which is why this episode with cosmetic skin doctor Dr. Ewoma Ukeleghe feels so incredibly important. Not only do we delve into what to look for before starting fillers or botox, but Dr. Ewoma breaks down exactly - and I mean exactly - what she does to her own face to achieve a stunning “natural glam” look. Tune in for her radical transparency on filler, the U.K. 's extremely liberal qualifications for cosmetic injectors, upcoming beauty trends and so much more.
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From Freestyles to Fame: Lady London's Bars, Beauty & Brains
Monday, August 31, 2026 • Duration 49:59
Before she became Lady London, Zaire Stewart was a fly toddler exploring New York City’s unique beauty culture. At just three years old, she was being carted to Dominican hair salons, getting her hair washed and pressed by the same women she still visits today. Her mother kept her dapper in DKNY and Moschino as they traveled between the Bronx and New Jersey. Greatly influenced by the beauty and brilliance of the women in her family, an aunt with an interest in global politics and anti-apartheid messaging recommended her name; it’s no wonder Lady London is such a cultural force. In 2018, Lady London developed an interest in music, built on a foundational love of literature from childhood to college. Lady London joined Naked Beauty to talk about how she discovered she had presence and how she wielded it into a nearly decade-long career and fanbase of more than a million people.
During our conversation, we talked about how she learned to maintain her composure as a public figure and how her confidence can’t be shaken by industry execs or online trolls. Lady London shares that her confidence was well earned, as it took her some time to accept that she could be beautiful and smart without downplaying one or the other. We get some tips on how to model that self-assurance during the Show & Tell portion of the show, when Lady London demonstrates how not to be baited. Of course, we learn all about her beauty rituals, tips, and favorite perfumes. We got other advice from Lady London, including how she mentors women coming into the industry behind her, and what she’s learned from the hip-hop legend pouring into her. Lady London is a creative force, poet, rapper, executive producer, mentor, and hobby enthusiast. As we learn in this interview, with Lady London, there is always more than meets the eye.
Tune in as we discuss:
(0:00) Welcome Lady London
(2:20) Growing Up Nerdy In The Bronx and New Jersey
(3:25) Her Early Style Icons
(4:20) New York Beauty Culture
(6:45) Growing Into Beauty
(8:55) Discovering That She Had Presence
(12:35) Show & Tell: Tips For Not Being Baited
Couple’s Therapy, Self-Care & Staying Together Ft. KevOnStage & Melissa Fredericks
Monday, August 24, 2026 • Duration 32:00
In the second half of my conversation with Kevin "KevOnStage" and Melissa Fredericks, we talk about all the ways they take care of themselves and one another. We cover therapy and how a combination of individual and couples therapy has helped them thrive in this season of their marriage. Before the pair were beloved by millions, they were a young couple searching for good marriage advice. They took what they learned and shared it with other couples during local gatherings at a BBQ joint, hoping they would all stay together. Their approach to learning and teaching out loud has only grown as they share this information on their own podcasts, a New York Times best-selling book, and here on Naked Beauty.
During our conversation, we discuss how the pair manages to be open with their audiences while also setting firm boundaries. Kev and Melissa also open up about how they push one another to be their best selves, and explain why they’ll never be the other’s “yes man.” While talking about grieving his brother, Kev revealed that it was Melissa who pushed him to work through his grief onstage and using comedy. Melissa was sure that he could challenge his art and build something beautiful, and given the positive reception to his shows, she was absolutely right.
Tune in as we discuss:
(0:00) Welcome Kev and Melissa
(1:05) Kev’s Skincare Routine
(3:45) Melissa’s Skincare Routine
(5:15) Melissa’s Monthly Facial Routine
(6:25) Why It’s Important To Discuss Their Relationship Publicly
(8:05) Setting Boundaries With The Public
(10:00) What Role Therapy Has Played In Their Lives
(12:00) On Choosing A Marriage Therapist
(17:30) Managing Grief Through Comedy
(20:05) How Melissa’s Support Influences Kev’s Comedy
(24:55) How They Practice Self-Care
(27:30) Melissa Rediscovering Literature
How KevOnStage & Melissa Fredericks Bet On Themselves
Monday, August 17, 2026 • Duration 43:45
Kevin "KevOnStage" and Melissa Fredericks are the hardest-working couple in independent media. The pair has turned their natural humor and 20+ years of partnership and parenting into a creative empire. Military brats who spent their childhoods traveling the globe, the pair met in high school and quickly became friends. Both athletic and churchy, with a special love for FUBU, Kev and Melissa began dating and never looked back. Kev and Melissa joined Naked Beauty to talk about their early connection and how it has grown into the partnership loved by their audience of millions. During our conversation, we talked about what moving around so much taught them about adaptability and how it prepared them for the flexible creative careers they have now. We dived deep into 90s style, and what they remember most about their high school selves.
No conversation with the Fredericks would be complete without hearing them discuss their process for chasing their ambitions across the country. Trading in a stable life and career for an uncertain future is no easy task, but the pair reminds us that there is no reward without risk. Kev and Melissa walk us through the details of their journey to Los Angeles and how they decided together when and how to make the cross-country move. Clearly that choice was the correct one as they’ve built television shows, a media app, joint and separate podcasts, and creative content that is always flowing. We cover the most surprising accomplishments and how they celebrate every single win, despite their busy schedules. We even played a fun game of “guess that beauty product,” and learned that Kevin definitely pays attention to Melissa’s makeup routine. Kev and Melissa are incredibly funny and talented individuals, but together, they are powerful.
Tune in as we discuss:
(0:00) Welcome Kev and Melissa
(2:10) Growing Up Military Brats
(2:45) What Moving Around Taught Them About Adaptability
(4:40) Did They Feel Beautiful Growing Up
(6:40) Beauty Diversity In The 90s
(7:20) High School Sweetheart Style
Why You're Not Getting the Sex You Want and How to Fix It
Monday, August 10, 2026 • Duration 01:02:44
Shan Boodram is a certified sex educator, board-certified sexologist, and the leading figure in a new kind of sexual education. Wielding an MS in Psychology and a longstanding curiosity, Shan helps people move towards greater intimacy between their partners and themselves. Born and raised in a predominantly white neighborhood in Canada, Shan’s initially poor experiences with sex led her to educate herself on how to prevent these kinds of experiences from occurring again. She built on this curiosity and self-education with professional training and a growing desire to build a new kind of sex ed. Shan joined Naked Beauty with her usual candor, granting us access to her personal experiences with desire, intimacy, sex, and pleasure. During our conversation, Shan made it clear that her goal isn’t just to get people talking about sex, but to take back their power from dominant narratives about sexual development and education to empower ourselves.
Shan walks us through how her loving relationship with her husband exposed her to unconditional love she didn’t realize she was missing. She offers couples tips on how to have a fruitful sex life while managing the responsibilities of long-term partnership, parenting, and the daily drudgery of life. We covered the more unpleasant side of relationships, like how couples can move away from resentment and towards repair. Shan also provided us with specific examples that we can employ immediately to have better sex with ourselves and our partners. Shan even offered a live demonstration of her favorite sex positions and toys that are sure to please.
(0:00) Welcome Shan
(3:55) Navigating Beauty In Predominantly White Spaces
(6:55) Novels That Shaped Her Early Understanding Of Intimacy And Sex
(12:40) Masturbation & Self-Pleasure
(18:25) Her Favorite Sex Toys
(23:50) Tapping Back Into Self-Intimacy
(33:20) Shan's Pre-Intimacy Ritual
(40:00) Incompatible Sex Drives In Relationships
(41:25) Managing Her Shifting Sex Drive During Pregnancy
The Audacity Era: Kayla Nicole on Doing the Scary Thing Anyway
Monday, August 3, 2026 • Duration 56:46
Kayla Nicole began training in gymnastics at only 5 years old. What started as fun and playful sessions quickly developed into a disciplined regimen of focus. She learned all about the type of commitment it takes to become a competitive athlete by focusing on diet, exercise, and training. She used that early dedication to carry herself through Pepperdine University's prestigious broadcast journalism degree program and into a massive media career that spans genres. Her early media icons were leading ladies in everyone’s favorite romcoms, including the Toni Braxton, with whom she had a chance to perform. These moments aren’t serendipitous; they are the culmination of Kayla’s incredible use of social media to show people her personality and well of talent.
Kayla always knew that she belonged in front of the camera, helping people tell their stories. She got practice in both, working in retail and modeling in L.A. During our conversation, we talked all about her incredible discipline and how it informs everything from her daily workouts to her pursuit of media success. We also chat about what it was like growing up in a family of women, headed by a glamorous matriarch who believes in self-care. We discuss the alluring red carpet events and how support from a therapist helped her surmount a season of depression. Our conversation is candid and funny, and it mirrors the Kayla Nicole her audience has grown to love.
Tune in as we discuss:
(0:00) Welcome Kayla
(7:40) Kayla’s Gym Routine
(11:35) Early Beauty Icons
(12:55) Cosmetic Enhancements
(16:20) Skincare Routine
(23:50) Haircare In The Gym
(25:45) On Battling Clinical Depression
(31:25) Meeting & Performing With Toni Braxton
(38:20) Pre-Red Carpet Beauty & Style Prep
(40:30) Makeup Routine
(50:10) Making Friends As An Adult
How Toni Bravo Became the CEO of Blush
Monday, July 27, 2026 • Duration 43:50
Toni Bravo is the CEO of Blush and an influencer powerhouse. Based in Los Angeles, the California native has built a loyal community well into the millions because of her impeccable taste and advocacy for inclusivity in the beauty industry. Toni joined Naked Beauty to talk about her life before a viral blush try-on video changed everything. She shared what it was like to grow up as a fraternal twin in the sunny and very diverse Long Beach. We talked about her early forays into filming and editing herself and her family at just nine years old, simply for the love of storytelling. She detailed how influential the women in her life were to shaping the way she saw the beauty in herself and the world around her. It’s precisely this love of telling intimate stories that have shaped her POV into the one beloved by so many.
Toni doesn’t hold back when it comes to the realities of being a successful and full-time content creator, especially when advocating for dark-skinned Black women’s access to high-quality beauty. I was very interested to learn how she maintains strong brand relationships without compromising the truth about product efficacy. She details the commitment and self-trust one has to have to succeed, because your point of view is everything. During our conversation, Toni talked about her interest in product development and why she isn’t limiting herself in anything. Toni also blessed us with a quick tour of her favorite products, from skincare, to haircare, and of course blush! We covered her recent Architectural Digest feature and the intentional design choices that went into making her home, hers.
Tune in as we discuss:
(0:00) Welcome Toni
(2:15) Growing Up A California Girl
(8:01) What It Takes To Be A Content Creator
(10:30) Dealing With Being Recognized In Public
(12:30) The Mental Toll Of Seeing Yourself All The Time
(17:18) What Her Rare Beauty Internship Taught Her
(25:22) Her Top Five Favorite Blushes
(28:40) Toni’s Go-To Lip Combo Tutorial
6:25 His Early ADHD Symptoms
7:25 KJ’s Relationship With His Grandmother
8:10 Comparing His Life To His Cousins
9:35 Why He Chases Success
10:00 KJ’s Introduction To Skateboard Culture
11:50 The 90s Black Skateboarders Who Inspired Him
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