Rhona Eskander and Payman chat with Adeola Gboyega, a renowned makeup artist and beauty expert with over a decade of industry experience.
The conversation delves deep into representation in the beauty industry, mental health challenges content creators face, and the evolution of social media's impact on business.
Adeola shares her journey from traditional education to becoming a successful makeup artist and content creator while discussing important topics like the pay gap for black creators and the importance of authenticity in building a community.
In This Episode
00:01:45 - Backstory
00:03:30 - Early career
00:04:55 - Beauty standards
00:09:30 - Social media and the beauty industry
00:11:20 - Reflections on Black Lives Matter
00:12:25 - Ethnicity and pay gaps
00:15:00 - Nigeria and Nollywood
00:20:35 - Therapy and mental health
00:36:05 - The beauty industry
00:42:35 - Content creation
00:52:15 - Future plans and closing thoughts
About Adeola Gboyega
Adeola Gboyega is a seasoned makeup artist and beauty expert with over a decade of industry experience. She is known for her skin-first philosophy and collaborations with prominent beauty brands, including Bobbi Brown and Pat McGrath.
As a successful content creator and beauty educator, she has built a devoted community of "glow getters".