Before there were DE&I initiatives, shade range expansions, and the branding of “Black-owned” beauty, there was Fashion Fair Cosmetics. Launched back in 1973 by Ebony Magazine’s Eunice Johnson, Fashion Fair has always been created by and made for Black women. And after co-owners Desiree Rogers and Cheryl Mayberry McKissack purchased the brand in 2017, the brand’s revival has been nothing short of extraordinary. Tune in as I sit down with Desiree to discuss her experience re-launching Fashion Fair and creating equity within the Black community, her personal relationship with beauty and style, and her vast career journey from Obama’s White House to the cosmetics industry.  *Please use code BROOKE15 for 15% off at FashionFair.com* Links to Products/Resources Mentioned: Beauty of Blackness (HBO), Fashion Fair (Lipstick, Stick Foundation, Crème to Powder Foundation, Loose Setting Powder, Primer Serum), BLK/OPL (Blemish Control Bar, Exfoliating Toner), Kirkland Face Lotion  Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanet  Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topic Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple  Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you’re listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :)  Stay in touch with me: @brookedevard  Follow Desiree: @iamthatdesiree See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.