BeautyMe with Charisse Kenion

Charisse Kenion
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BeautyMe with Charisse Kenion

Charisse Kenion is a beauty journalist who's never stopped being obsessed with beauty. Each week Charisse looks at beauty standards, interviews your faves, looks at the things that make us different and of course, shares her opinion on the latest makeup, skincare and hair products. She breaks down trends and history and you can think of her as your personal shopper when it comes to all things beauty. Find Charisse on Instagram or Threads @charisse_kenion and check out her TikTok @charissekenion for video content. Please rate and review the show if you enjoy it.

  1. Ep. 287: Talking like we’re on FaceTime with Tefi Pessoa. From the morning bloat to why she loves pop culture and why we should all stay weird.

    17 HR AGO

    Ep. 287: Talking like we’re on FaceTime with Tefi Pessoa. From the morning bloat to why she loves pop culture and why we should all stay weird.

    Tefi Pessoa is the queen of pop culture because she eats, sleeps and breathes it! I knew I wanted to start 2025 with Tefi on the BeautyMe Podcast, because if anyone can bring light relief and laughter to your day, she’s the one. Her deep dives on everyone from Richard Gere dating Cindy Crawford, to the weird and wonderful past of the members of rock group Fleetwood Mac have kept Tefi’s 1.9million TikTok followers engaged with a blend of nostalgia and comedy, but she also serves up laughs on the daily by sharing her own takes on current affairs as well as her dating life. Today Tefi not only keeps her followers laughing; she’s also featured in fashion and beauty campaigns and she is the go-to when it comes to genuine, engaging red carpet coverage. But Tefi isn’t just all about the laughs; she’s a ride or die for her follower friends when they’re looking for life advice and is an advocate for mental health and being confident in your skin. In this video episode Tefi shares her thoughts on everything on the morning bloat to why she’s always down to clapback in the comments and the first time she felt like she was the star of the show. I guarantee you’re going to laugh out LOUD. Don’t forget to hit the like and subscribe buttons if you’ve been watching on Youtube and if you’re listening or watching on Spotify please leave a review or a rating – we can even talk on Spotify now so feel free to drop a comment there and do please follow the show. If you have something you want to share, find me in the DMs on Instagram @charisse_kenion or  tag me on Threads @charisse_kenion. Follow Tefi on TikTok – if it still exists in the US at: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellotefi Follow Tefi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellotefi/ Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme

    1h 16m
  2. Ep. 286: My life in makeup, with Sara Wren, the queen of the flushed cheek and Director of Artistry at Milk Makeup

    20/12/2024

    Ep. 286: My life in makeup, with Sara Wren, the queen of the flushed cheek and Director of Artistry at Milk Makeup

    My FINAL guest of 2024 is here! I've wanted to have makeup artist Sara Wren on the show for so long, and I'm so glad that the Director of Artistry for Milk Makeup is our final guest interview. In this episode the Philadelphia-based makeup artist takes us behind the scenes of her life in makeup. From being inspired by Gwen Stefani and her first makeup counter job working for Christian Dior to how she became Director of Artistry for one of the most no-nonsense, multi-tasking beauty brands to come out of the 2010s: Milk Makeup. As well as being hilarious and enlightening, this episode is a great opportunity to learn more about beauty retail, because when Sara first started working at Milk Makeup, she actually worked in account management, spending much of her life on the road and in hotels. If you love this episode as much as we did, feel free to reach out in the DMs over on Instagram or find me on Threads - @charisse_kenion for both. And if you really loved this episode, give the show a rating or review - that would be the perfect Christmas gift to me. Also, be sure to follow the show wherever you're listening. Links Find Sara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrentar Find Sara on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wrentar Purito Centella Unscented Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11422441 Purito Centella Unscented Recovery Cream: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11422443 Mutha Rebirth Amniotic Toner: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11422448 Obagi Clinical Vitamin C + Arbutin Brightening Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11422452 The Inkey List Caffeine Eye Cream: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11422455 Laneige Lip Glowy Balm: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11422458 Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11422459 Youth to the People Superfood Hydrate + Firm Peptide Eye Cream: https://go.shopmy.us/p-11422465 Shop Milk Makeup: https://milkmakeup.com/ Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme

    1h 11m
  3. Ep. 285: Talking redefining beauty, misinformation, living in reality versus delusion and why French girl chic is a myth with skincare expert and founder of Dieux, Charlotte Palermino

    13/12/2024

    Ep. 285: Talking redefining beauty, misinformation, living in reality versus delusion and why French girl chic is a myth with skincare expert and founder of Dieux, Charlotte Palermino

    Today's guest is Charlotte Palermino, a woman who speaks her mind about the beauty industry and beyond, while also having an amazing skincare brand, Dieux. Charlotte is one of my favourite accounts to follow when I want products that work but don’t necessarily want to buy a load of different things. In this episode she shares so much - from growing up surrounded by French women, to how people judge you based on your weight, to her post-election feelings and what’s next for Dieux. TW: Early on in the show the conversation covers eating disorders. So if that’s something that’s triggering for you, please forward a good 10-15 minutes. If you enjoyed this episode, let me know over in the DMs on Instagram @charisse_kenion or find me on Threads @charisse_kenion. Don’t forget there’s also a newsletter that you can read for free at beautymenotes.substack.com, and be sure to follow the show on Spotify, Apple or wherever you listen, so you never miss another episode! Find Charlotte on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlotteparler Shop Dieux: https://www.dieuxskin.com/ Shop my favourite Dieux products: https://shopmy.us/collections/1099249 Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme

    51 min
  4. Ep. 284: Is your skincare ruining your sex life? Do we really need Vitamin C for glowing skin? Esthetician and skincare expert Alicia Lartey answers all these questions and more

    06/12/2024

    Ep. 284: Is your skincare ruining your sex life? Do we really need Vitamin C for glowing skin? Esthetician and skincare expert Alicia Lartey answers all these questions and more

    Today’s guest is Alicia Lartey, a London-based esthetician, skincare expert and cosmetic chemist student who also works in new product development. As such we talk a lot about skincare and Alicia’s approach is really refreshing, especially when it comes to brands who have always put diversity at the forefront of their offerings - not just because it's a trend. However we don’t just talk about the products we put onto our skin; Alicia is also candid about her journey towards feeling comfortable in her own skin, especially when it comes to her health. She also shares on her hilarious early experiments with makeup involving her mum’s Estée Lauder Double Wear foundation! I would love to know if you enjoyed this episode so let me know in the DMs over on Instagram @charisse_kenion, or find me on Threads at @charisse_kenion. You can also share your thoughts by commenting on my Spotify page now so we can have a little chat - just be sure to follow or subscribe wherever you’re listening so you never miss another episode. Follow Alicia on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alicia.lartey Follow Alicia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alicia.lartey Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme

    1h 3m
  5. Ep. 283: Braid queen Aminata Kamara takes us behind the scenes of the fashion industry, from backstage tears and disordered eating to the importance of collaboration and betting on yourself

    29/11/2024

    Ep. 283: Braid queen Aminata Kamara takes us behind the scenes of the fashion industry, from backstage tears and disordered eating to the importance of collaboration and betting on yourself

    This episode is an absolute MUST for anyone considering working in the fashion industry as a hair or beauty pro. London-based Aminata Kamara is a hairdresser who’s spent most of her life working in hair and has become known for her beautiful braided styles at shows such as Kenzo and Louis Vuitton. In July 2023 Aminata's stunning designs for the Dior haute couture show went viral and she learned just how useful social media could be in making connections. This conversation is an inside guide to working in the fashion industry and Aminata shares on every aspect; from assisting rather than leading, the importance of being organised and saying yes to every opportunity you can. Along the way we also discuss the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and Aminata shares how doing someone's hair, is never simply about creating a style; it's often a precious moment of care in an industry that can be pretty ruthless. If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to leave the show a rating or review wherever you're listening and be sure to follow the show so you never miss another episode. Find Aminata on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aminatacreative Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme

    1h 1m
  6. Ep. 282: The Week in Beauty; A new Sephora store in the UK, transforming Cristin Milioti into Sofia Falcone in HBO’s The Penguin, plus Meet the Founder with Denise Vasi of Maed Beauty

    22/11/2024

    Ep. 282: The Week in Beauty; A new Sephora store in the UK, transforming Cristin Milioti into Sofia Falcone in HBO’s The Penguin, plus Meet the Founder with Denise Vasi of Maed Beauty

    It's a Week in Beauty and what a week it’s been – there’s a new Sephora in my hometown of Birmingham here in the UK and we’ve seen the finale of hit HBO show The Penguin which has given us a brand new super villain in the form of Sofia Falcone, also known as Sofia Gigante. I had to talk about this show because the actress playing Sofia, Cristin Milioti, goes through a stunning transformation thanks to the hair, makeup and wardrobe teams. Also I’ve got a new meet the founder interview with model and actress Denise Vasi, founder of Maed Beauty, which is all about skincare for your lips. Be sure to let me know if you’ve watched The Penguin and what you thought of this episode over on Threads @charisse_kenion or @charisse_kenion on Instagram. And don't forget to follow the show on Spotify, Apple or wherever else you like to listen – this way you’ll never miss another episode and we get to build a real community together! There's also my newsletter, which is free to read over at beautymenotes.substack.com. Sofia Falcone outfits: https://www.marieclaire.com/fashion/the-penguin-sofia-falcone-outfits/ Link to Sofia Falcone/Gigante outfits on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/whatthefrockk/comments/1gpmym0/sofia_falcone_the_penguin/?rdt=32958 Link to Vulture article on Sofia’s transformation into a villain: https://www.vulture.com/article/the-penguin-sofia-falcone-gigante-style-backstory-explained.html Link to episode 243, Feud; Capote vs the Swans: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GAaL5NAxV3vbY5Zpd7cPm?si=3199e6c326cf4196 Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme

    46 min
  7. Ep. 281: How iconic beauties of the ‘70s and the fashion and music of the ‘90s inspired makeup artist James Boehmer to dream, discover and create

    14/11/2024

    Ep. 281: How iconic beauties of the ‘70s and the fashion and music of the ‘90s inspired makeup artist James Boehmer to dream, discover and create

    Today’s guest is makeup artist James Boehmer, whose dreams took him from St. Louis, Missouri, to New York, to Japan – working at one of the most influential makeup brands in the world: Nars. In this episode James shares how he got to where he is today but also shares where he started, as a little queer kid growing up in St. Louis and watching glamazons such as Donna Summer and Debbie Harry on television. James shares some amazing stories from the late ‘90s when he first began working for Nars and how his entire life changed when he began working in Japan after the brand was purchased by Shiseido in 2000. James also shares on the differences between living and working in hectic Manhattan to the quieter, slower surroundings of Connecticut and how he’s finding the early days of opening a new store, Peggy Mercury. EDIT: In the episode intro I say that James moved to Japan; this is not the case. Although he travelled there often throughout his role at Shiseido, he was never a resident. I would love to know what you think of this one, so don't forget to let me know in the DMs over on Instagram @charisse_kenion, or find me on Threads at @charisse_kenion. You can also share your thoughts by commenting on my Spotify page now! Also, don’t forget to follow or subscribe to the show so you never miss another episode and be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel too, link in the shownotes. Links Find James on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesaaronboehmer Follow Peggy Mercury on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itspeggymercury Shop James’ skincare faves: https://shopmy.us/collections/985162 Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme

    1h 23m
  8. Ep. 280: Curating your social media, the beauty of makeup at the movies and building a new identity with OG beauty YouTuber Sam Chapman, formerly of Pixiwoo

    08/11/2024

    Ep. 280: Curating your social media, the beauty of makeup at the movies and building a new identity with OG beauty YouTuber Sam Chapman, formerly of Pixiwoo

    This week I’m chatting to a very special guest; makeup artist Sam Chapman. Some of you will definitely know Sam as one half of the truly iconic beauty Youtuber duo Pixiwoo. Alongside her sister Nicola, Sam created makeup tutorials that gained them a huge following and also resulted in them creating the brilliant makeup brush range, Real Techniques. In 2020 Sam retired from the beauty community but recently she made a quiet return to YouTube. In this episode Sam shares on everything she learned from being so active on YouTube, to why she walked away and why she's loving what she creates today. We cover so much in this chat from why it's so important to curate the social media that you want to see to how to re-envision yourself as a solo creator after being one half of an extremely successful creative and business duo. I would love to know what you think of this one, so don't forget to let me know in the DMs over on Instagram @charisse_kenion, or find me on Threads at @charisse_kenion. You can also share your thoughts by commenting on my Spotify page now so if that's where you're listening, feel free to drop me a line. Also, don’t forget to follow or subscribe to the show so you never miss another episode and be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel too, linked below. Links Follow Sam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samchapman Find Sam on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@samchapmanmakeup The Asher House on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theasherhouse That Good News Girl: https://www.instagram.com/thatgoodnewsgirl Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CharisseKenionYT Find me on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@charisse_kenion/ BeautyMe newsletter: https://beautymenotes.substack.com Find me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@charissekenion BeautyMe on ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/beautyme

    54 min
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Charisse Kenion is a beauty journalist who's never stopped being obsessed with beauty. Each week Charisse looks at beauty standards, interviews your faves, looks at the things that make us different and of course, shares her opinion on the latest makeup, skincare and hair products. She breaks down trends and history and you can think of her as your personal shopper when it comes to all things beauty. Find Charisse on Instagram or Threads @charisse_kenion and check out her TikTok @charissekenion for video content. Please rate and review the show if you enjoy it.

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