21. Black Skin and Loving It with Dija Ayodele
In this episode, I’m joined by Dija Ayodele, a highly respected skin health specialist, and the founder of the two time Aesthetic Award winning and Vogue Beauty Finalist Black Skin Directory; founded in 2018 as a means to better connect people of colour to professional skincare in all of its facets. Dija also writes a column for Glamour Magazine, and her work as an educator and authority in diversity has seen her lead panel talks with the likes of the House of Commons, Stylist Live, The Financial Times and Refinery29.If that’s not enough, Dija has her own clinic, West Room Aesthetics, and has just released an incredible book called Black Skin: The Definitive Skincare Guide, which investigates and celebrates the journey of Black beauty through a historical and cultural lens but it is also your ultimate practical and myth-busting companion in learning how to care for Black skin.Dija and I go way back, and we reminisce on those times in the episode, as well as talking about everything from her career highlights to the importance of finding a properly qualified professional for injectables like lip filler. It’s a super insightful episode for everyone, whether you’re an everyday person that’s just into her skincare or you’re a seasoned veteran in the beauty game.You can find Dija on Instagram and Twitter - @dija_ayodele and West Room Aesthetics on Instagram - @westroom_aesthetics. Also check out Black Skin Directory on Instagram and Twitter - @blackskindirectory and @b_skindirectory respectively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.