In episode 20 of the Brown Skin Women Podcast, we explore styling tool cleanliness and sanitization. This may not be something you think about when heading to a salon or our Stylist for service but you should.

Did you know that unsterilized tools can lead to staph and fungal infections like ringworm? Styling tools and surfaces should be cleaned and disinfected between clients to eliminate the chance of passing on harmful germs and bacteria from one client to another.

For show notes visit

http://www.thebrownskinwomenreport.com/2020/02/22/hair-health-hygiene-by-beauticians-salons/

In episode 21 of the Brown Skin Women Podcast, we explore modern versus traditional salon operations. Double-booking clients, running late and operating in an unprofessional manner, is NOT a salon norm. It may have been the standard way back when, but times have changed.

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http://www.thebrownskinwomenreport.com/2020/02/23/how-black-hair-salons-should-service-black-women/

In episode 19 of the Brown Skin Women Podcast, we explore the age-old belief that beauty is pain. It is not. And we explore the why while educating you on best practices you should be using when getting your protective styles installed.

For show notes visit http://www.thebrownskinwomenreport.com/2020/02/23/beauty-is-not-pain-3-signs-protective-hairstyles-arent-protective/

Welcome to The Brown Skin Women Podcast a space for Women of Color that shares the best in hair, beauty, and wellness.

I'm your host, Carmen Veal Conway, CEO & Founder on a mission to shift Black culture towards a healthier lifestyle.

We've recently re-branded with the launch of The BSW Report, which is an examination of US Black Beauty statistics and trends.

The BSW Salon, Events, Academy, Podcast & Report are an intentional extension of and focus on helping Brown Skin Women feel as beautiful as we are

I created this outlet to minimize the noise in the Black Beauty Space and focus only on what helps improve our quality of life, not diminish it.

There's so many better-for-you brands, educators, and service providers mixed in with too much noise; my dedication is to filter them out and for this outlet to be the experts in delivering nothing but the best in the vast world of Black Beauty.

In this bonus episode, Founder Carmen Veal opens up about how being a special needs mom to her daughter Sania changed her quality of life.

Get the transcription on our Goal Digging Women website:

http://gdw.brownskinwomen.com/2019/06/27/storytime-every-specials-needs-mom-needs-to-listen-to-this/

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In today's Goal Digging Skin Women episode, I chat with Dr. Yolanda Lenzy, Board Certified Dermatologist, Owner of Lenzy Dermatology & Hair Loss Center, and Author of Getting to the Root: A Dermatologist & Cosmetologist's Guide to Understanding HAIR.

Dr. Yolanda Lenzy, a Washington, DC native, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in medical, surgical and cosmetic skin and hair care for adults and children. Her research and clinical practice focuses on hair and scalp disorders and skin disease in skin of color.

She is sensitive to issues of multi-ethnic hair loss and is committed to providing her patients personalized care. Dr. Yolanda Lenzy is the Clinical Director and Owner of Lenzy Dermatology, PC in Chicopee, Massachusetts.

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In today's Goal Digging Skin Women episode, I chat with Dr. Yolanda Lenzy, Board Certified Dermatologist, Owner of Lenzy Dermatology & Hair Loss Center, and Author of Getting to the Root: A Dermatologist & Cosmetologist's Guide to Understanding HAIR.

Dr. Yolanda Lenzy, a Washington, DC native, is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in medical, surgical and cosmetic skin and hair care for adults and children. Her research and clinical practice focuses on hair and scalp disorders and skin disease in skin of color.

She is sensitive to issues of multi-ethnic skin and is committed to providing her patients personalized care. Dr. Yolanda Lenzy is the Clinical Director and Owner of Lenzy Dermatology, PC in Chicopee, Massachusetts.

Get the shownotes on our Goal Digging Women website:

http://gdw.brownskinwomen.com/2019/05/23/a-skincare-conversation-with-dr-yolanda-lenzy-dermatologist-owner-of-lenzy-derm%E2%80%8B/

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Do Black people need sunscreen? YES, we do.

Shontay Lundy, Creator & Founder of Black Girl Sunscreen and Host Carmen Veal goes behind the scenes of melanated skin and protection for it.

Shontay named her product BlackGirlSunscreen because there are a lot of people who still think having dark skin means that you have full sun protection. While we do have more natural protection than people with lighter skin tones, we're still at risk for burns, cosmetic sun damage and—most importantly—skin cancer,"

At BlackGirlSunscreen, their mission is to educate customers on safe skin practices and sun protection.

Get the Shownotes on our Goal Digging Women website:

http://gdw.brownskinwomen.com/2019/05/02/shontay-lundy-owner-of-black-girl-sunscreen

See Shontay's feature on our Brown Skin Women Blog:

https://brownskinwomen.com/blog/bsw-shontay-lund…k-girl-sunscreen

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A peak inside of Season 2 of Goal Digging Women, powered by Brown Skin Women and hosted by Carmen Veal.

In this episode I will explore working towards making the practice of caring for your hair a long-term commitment with professional support where/as needed. As a DIY natural you may not know everything and therefore will need support from a professional. To ensure you're in good hands, I will walk you through doing your due diligence.