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Friends in Beauty Podcast

Welcome to the Friends in Beauty Podcast, hosted by Akua Robinson, Makeup Artist, Beauty Educator, and the creator of Friends in Beauty. This podcast is a safe space for ambitious beauty industry creatives to have real talk, get real answers and practical tools to grow their businesses, learn the keys to success & longevity in the beauty industry, and most importantly have fun! The Friends in Beauty Podcast is an extension of Akua Robinson’s Friends in Beauty networking events and is an opportunity

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Ep. 274: How This Beauty Boss Turned a Job Loss Into...

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2025/06/11

In this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, we sit down with Karen Mitchell, the powerhouse founder and CEO of True Indian Hair — a premium hair extensions and wigs brand trusted by Rihanna, Tyra Banks, Taraji P. Henson, and top stylists across the industry.Karen shares how losing her fashion job led her to cash out her 401K and start selling hair out of her car — eventually building a thriving 7-figure brand with two storefronts, a booming e-commerce business, and major editorial and runway

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01:28:45

Ep. 273: Homeschooling + Running a 7-Figure Beauty...

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2025/06/04

Ever wondered if you can run a thriving beauty business and homeschool your kids—without losing your mind? In this episode, we chat with Jane Harris, the powerhouse behind The Virgin Hair Fantasy, the go-to brand for stylish glueless wigs loved by celebrities, entrepreneurs, and everyday women.Jane shares how she balances entrepreneurship, motherhood, and homeschooling with grace, grit, and intention. She breaks down her biggest pivots, what success really looks like now, and the honest truth about

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01:13:14

Ep. 272: Behind the Scenes of The Wheel of Time: Meet...

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2025/05/28

How do you lead three departments on a global fantasy series—while battling extreme weather, designing epic prosthetics, and making sure wigs stay on through stunt sequences? In this week’s episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, we sit down with Davina Lamont, the Hair, Makeup, and Prosthetics Department Head for Season 3 of Amazon Prime Video’s The Wheel of Time.Davina shares her inspiring journey from working her way up through the ranks as a makeup artist to running large-scale creative teams

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00:24:47

Ep. 271: How I Build Strong Relationships in the...

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2025/05/21

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I build authentic, lasting relationships in the beauty industry (and beyond). After attending 6 events in the last month—3 beauty-related and 3 not—I’m sharing my exact strategy for making the most of the room, connecting with the right people, and following up so those connections actually mean something.I’ll walk you through:My favorite hack for remembering people after eventsThe power of participating and being seenHow I follow up within 48

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00:27:58

Ep. 270: How to Build a Pro Makeup Kit on a Budget |...

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2025/05/14

In today’s episode of Ask Your Best Friend in Beauty, I’m answering a heartfelt letter from New Brush on the Block—a beginner makeup artist who’s eager to build a professional kit but feels overwhelmed by the pressure to keep up with seasoned pros and expensive products.If you're just getting started and wondering how to build a makeup kit on a budget, where to invest first, and how to show up confidently with what you have—this episode is for you! I’m breaking down kit-building essentials, mindset

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Ep. 269: How To Build a Successful Brand Using Your...

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2025/05/07

In this week’s inspiring episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, we sit down with Naima, a licensed esthetician, energy healer, and the Founder of Beachbum Wisdom, a holistic skincare and wellness facility that goes beyond the surface. Naima shares how she built a brand rooted in purpose, healing, and alignment—fusing skincare, energy work, and intuitive wellness into a transformative experience for her clients.We talk about her journey from spark to full-blown spiritual skincare boss, the bold

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Ep. 268: How To Become a Celebrity Hair Stylist (real...

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2025/04/30

In this week’s inspiring episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, we sit down with Larry Jarah Sims—an award-winning Celebrity Hair Architect, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder of Flawless by Gabrielle Union.With over 20 years in the industry, Larry has styled the most iconic looks in pop culture for Janet Jackson, Zendaya, Gabrielle Union, Regina King, Mary J. Blige, and so many more. But behind the glam is a story of hard work, resilience, creativity, and reinvention.We dive deep into:His early days

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Ep. 267: Mastering Fantasy Hair & Celebrity Glam with...

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2025/04/23

On this week’s episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, I sit down with none other than Terrence Davidson, aka The Wig Master — a 4x Bronner Brothers Hair Competition Winner and the creative force behind the iconic looks of Nicki Minaj, Mary J. Blige, Patti Labelle, Tyra Banks, and more!Terrence shares the wild ride of how his early dreams evolved into a thriving career styling some of the biggest names in the game. From the fantasy hair world to celebrity glam, he breaks down the mindset, hustle,

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Ep. 266: Movement Over Moment: Building a Lasting...

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2025/04/16

In this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, we're joined by John Mosley, a.k.a. The Popular Nobody — a powerhouse in the barbering world known for his humility, authentic brand, and elite client list including Kendrick Lamar, Idris Elba, Larenz Tate, and major pro sports organizations.John shares how he went from behind the chair to working with top-tier celebrities, building a movement, and becoming NAHA’s Educator of the Year. We talk about the story behind his iconic name, the key to

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01:04:47

Ep. 265: Your Grant Writer Isn’t AI - $19M+ in Grants...

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2025/04/09

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Ep. 264: The Fastest Way To Get New Clients As A...

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2025/04/02

🚨 Struggling to book clients? Feeling stuck while others seem to be fully booked? You’re doing all the things—posting on social media, offering discounts, waiting for word-of-mouth to kick in… but your calendar is still looking empty.If you’ve been wondering why some beauty pros effortlessly attract clients while you’re struggling to get inquiries, this episode is for YOU. There’s a simple but powerful strategy that can unlock a steady stream of bookings—and it’s NOT social media, paid ads, or

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01:37:48

Ep. 263: Beauty Blazers Debrief: Inside the NAACP x...

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2025/03/26

I’m still on cloud nine after being named a recipient of the NAACP x L’Oréal Inclusive Beauty Fund Grant! This past week, the SalonCentric and L’Oréal team flew all the winners out to St. Petersburg, Florida for an exclusive, mind-blowing experience. It was truly life-changing!In this week’s episode, I sit down with my fellow 2025 Beauty Blazers—Naima Woodson (Beachbum Wisdom), Ashley Rankin (AR Naturals), and Miona Short (Hello Shukrah)—to debrief and decompress about our time in Florida.We reflect

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Ep. 262: Ask Your Best Friend in Beauty: My Client...

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2025/03/19

🚨 MAKEUP ARTIST DRAMA ALERT! 🚨Imagine this—you’ve been loyal to your client for years, only to find out they went behind your back and booked another MUA… who just so happens to be your friend! 😳In today’s Ask Your Best Friend in Beauty episode, we’re diving into a letter from "Beat & Betrayed," a Makeup Artist who got blindsided when her long-time client switched artists without saying a word. Instead of dwelling on the drama, I’m giving her REAL advice on how to professionally

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Ep. 261: Beyond the Lab - How Acaderma Is Turning...

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2025/03/12

On this week’s episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, I sat down with Dr. Shuting Hu, an award-winning cosmetic scientist and the Founder of Acaderma, a skincare brand rooted in cutting-edge research and innovation. As one of the youngest scientists to receive the prestigious IFSCC Henry Maso Award, Dr. Hu has dedicated her career to developing novel natural ingredients, pioneering sustainable beauty solutions, and bridging the gap between science and skincare.Dr. Hu turned down a faculty

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Ep. 260: The Business of Waxing: Expansion, Team...

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2025/03/05

On this week’s episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast, we sit down with a beauty industry powerhouse, Montrelle Green, who has mastered the art of waxing, entrepreneurship, and business expansion. With over a decade of experience, she has grown VELVET Wax & Beauty from a small waxing and sugaring studio into a thriving beauty brand with two brick-and-mortar locations and a mobile waxing truck! 🚚✨In this episode, we discuss:✅ The process of building and launching a mobile waxing truck✅ How she

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Ep. 259: Ask Your Best Friend in Beauty | How to...

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2025/02/26

On this week’s episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome you to “Ask Your Best Friend in Beauty”, the new Q&A segment of the Friends in Beauty Podcast! Today, I’m answering a letter from a special “guest” … ChatGPT! MY BESTIE!! Yes, AI asked me for beauty biz advice, and the concerns it brought up are way too real.✨ We’re talking about:✔️ How to confidently increase your prices without losing clients✔️ The secret to attracting luxury clients who value your artistry✔️ Why being “booked

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Ep. 258: The Secret Sauce to Beauty Business Success!...

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2025/02/19

🚀 Want to take your beauty business to the next level? In this episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, we’re diving deep into the systems, strategy, and scaling secrets that every beauty entrepreneur needs to know with Victoria Racca, a powerhouse in the beauty industry!With years of experience as a brow expert, educator, and entrepreneur, Victoria has successfully franchised the Microblading Institute, created her own brow product line (Brow Sister), and built a thriving beauty business using

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Ep. 257: The #1 Reason I Stay Consistent In My Beauty...

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2025/02/12

On this week’s episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast you get me all to yourself and we’re talking about your favorite topic…CONSISTENCY!Consistency is the secret sauce to success, but let’s be real—it’s not always easy to show up every day. In this episode, I’m sharing the#1 reason I stay consistent in my beauty business, even when I don’t feel like it.Spoiler alert: It’s bigger than me.Over the years, I’ve built something that people rely on—a podcast, a community, a space for beauty pros to

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Ep. 256: From Esthetician to CEO: Building A Beauty...

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2025/02/05

On this week’s episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Sylvia Brownlee to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Sylvia is a seasoned Esthetician and skincare expert with over 29 years of hands-on experience transforming both skin and lives! As the CEO and Founder of her own skincare line, Skin by Brownlee & Co., Sylvia specializes in helping people reclaim confidence, particularly those struggling with acne, through effective skincare, hyperpigmentation, and signs of aging. Recently,

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Ep. 255: The Life of A Hair Stylist: Balancing...

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2025/01/29

On this week’s episode of the Friends in Beauty podcast I welcome Erika Evans to the Friends in Beauty guest chair. Over 25 years of experience in the beauty and wellness industry led Erika (EJE) to have worked with a range of everyday women, and executives, celebrities and models. After seeing chemical damage, stressed and over processed hair, to thinning hair and hair loss, EJE noticed clients were losing self-confidence. She found that women's wellness in general was lacking due to work

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