Join us as we raise a virtual toast to Maiya's love, and send our warmest wishes for her future happiness. Don't forget to mark your calendars, as we eagerly await the return of The Beauty sis{STEM} for more thought-provoking conversations!

The break is temporary, and our podcast will be back before you know it. In the meantime, we encourage you to catch up on any episodes you may have missed and stay connected with us through our social media channels.

Stay tuned for more captivating episodes of Beauty sis{STEM} that will continue to break barriers, shatter stereotypes, and foster a community of empowerment through education on relevant topics in STEM.

S U M M A R Y : In this episode we: breakdown emerging technology concepts, outline the relevance and connection to beauty, and highlight the potential risks

T O P I C S D I S C U S S E D 📝:

Artificial Intelligence

Augmented Reality

Machine Learning

Data Privacy

Ethics of AI

R E S O U R C E S M E N T I O N S:

Lumm Lash Robot | www.luumlash.com Remington Tame The Mane™ Electric Detangling Brush | www.remingtonproducts.comNimble Device | www.nimblebeauty.com

L I N K S T O L I S T E N: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautysisstem

S O C I A L H A N D L E S:The Beauty sis{STEM} IG -  @thebeautysisstem 

S U M M A R Y:

In this episode we:

— Define a healthy skincare routine

— Understand the unique skin needs for Women of Color

— Identify trustworthy sources and certifications that support clean brands

G U E S T 🎙️:Anay Castro is a board certified Physician Assistant with 16 years of work experience. Prior to joining NCCD, she practiced in the Emergency Department where she gained extensive clinical and procedural experience. Mrs. Castro holds a Bachelors of Science degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from East Carolina University.


T O P I C S D I S C U S S E D 📝:

— What is a Physician's Assistant?

— Melanin skin & sunscreen

— Commonly misdiagnosed conditions in skin of color

— Alopecia

— Food and Skin

— Pressures of Skincare marketing

— Hair products and impact on skin

— Cosmetic Procedures and dark skin

R E S O U R C E S M E N T I O N S:

Chemist Confessions | www.youtube.com/@ChemistConfessions

Skin of Color Society |⁠ www.skinofcolorsociety.org

North Carolina Center For Dermatology |⁠ www.nccdermatology.com

L I N K S T O L I S T E N: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautysisstem

S O C I A L H A N D L E S:

Anay Castro: Instagram | @anaydermpa

North Carolina Center For Dermatology: Instagram | @ncderm

S U M M A R Y : In this episode we: - Define greenwashing

- Understand and recognize terminology associated with sustainability

- Identify trustworthy sources and certifications that support clean brands

G U E S T 🎙️:

Arielle King is an environmental justice advocate and Attorney. Arielle King is the Director of Programming at Black Girl Environmentalist. She is passionate about making environmental education inclusive and accessible to all. Arielle holds a JD and a Master’s in Environmental Law and Policy (MELP) from Vermont Law School and a BA from Bard College at Simon’s Rock. She was the season 1 host of "The Joy Report" a podcast dedicated to sharing stories about climate solutions and environmental justice grounded in intersectionality, optimism, and joy. 

T O P I C S D I S C U S S E D 📝: - Definition of Greenwashing - Becoming an environmentalist - Women of Color, Sustainability & Environmental Protection - Identification of "clean" and "sustainable" brands

R E S O U R C E S M E N T I O N S: Black Girl Environmentalist | 

Website - blackgirlenvironmentalist.org

Instagram - www.instagram.com/blackgirlenvironmentalist/

How to identify greenwashing | www.ecowatch.com/greenwashing-guide-2655331542.html

Info on certifications for environmentally friendly companies | www.treecard.org/post/5-ways-to-spot-greenwashing

Arielle King’s environmental resource list | docs.google.com/document/d/1G0n2E6YNH3OzlglfTBk6o30FPRSPLOxuKenhCaKrgPk/edit?usp=sharing

L I N K S T O L I S T E N: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautysisstem

S O C I A L H A N D L E S: Arielle V. King: Instagram | @ariellevking

S U M M A R Y :

In this episode we:

• Define the cultural significance of wash day
• Define the cultural significance of Beauty Salons
• Highlight the role of the Beauty Industry in the lives of Black people

G U E S T 🎙️: Dr. Cheryl Thompson, an Associate Professor in Performance at Toronto Metropolitan University. Dr. Thompson holds a PhD in Communication Studies from McGill University. Dr. Thompson is also the Director and Creative lead of The Laboratory for Black Creativity. She is the author of Uncle: Race, Nostalgia, and the Politics of Loyalty and Beauty in a Box: Detangling the Roots of Canada’s Black Beauty Culture

T O P I C S D I S C U S S E D 📝:

• What is a Communications and Culture Scholar
• The cause of the 2010 natural hair movement
• The role of celebrities in the Natural Hair movement
• Black salons creating economic opportunity and a cultural epicenter
• Beauty Industry and the Black consumer
• Representation in media and advertising

R E S O U R C E S M E N T I O N S:

Dr.Cheryl Thompson's Website | DrCherylThompson.com The Laboratory for Black Creativity | theblackcreativelab.ca

L I N K S T O L I S T E N:

podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautysisstem

S O C I A L H A N D L E S:

Dr. Cheryl Thompson:

Instagram | @theblackcreativelab

Twitter | @DrCherylT#thebeautysisstem

Podcast: @thebeautysisstem

Maibeauty: @shopmaibrand

S U M M A R Y: In this episode we:

- Discuss the practices that maintain hair health while cleansing

- Define the cleansing ingredients that maintain hair and skin health

- Dispel myths regarding cleaning melanated skin and textured hair.

G U E S T:

Iyonna Woods, a certified laboratory scientist, and a member of the society of cosmetic chemists. She is the owner of Fancy Free Skin and Hair where her focus is on creating high quality, safe, plant based products.

T O P I C S D I S C U S S E D:

- What is a Laboratory Scientist?

- Products that are necessary for clean

- Harmful vs Helpful Ingredients

- Determining a cleansing routine that works for you

R E S O U R C E S M E N T I O N S:

Yuka | https://yuka.io/en/

Fancy Free Skin and Hair | www.fancyfreeskinandhair.com

L I N K S T O L I S T E N:

podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautysisstem

YouTube

S O C I A L H A N D L E S:

Iyonna Woods: @IyonnaWoods

Fancy Free Skin and Hair: @fancyfreeskinandhair

Hey Sis! We're thrilled to share with you the first episode of the Beauty Sis{STEM} podcast! In this episode, our hosts dives into their personal beauty journey, business journey, and how STEM played a significant role in launching maibeauty. Join us as we explore the intersection between beauty and STEM! 🌟

👋 C O M E S A Y H E Y!

✨Instagram:

Podcast | www.instagram.com/thebeautysisstem/

Mai Ya Business | www.instagram.com/mai.yabusiness/

maibeauty | www.instagram.com/shopmaibrand/

✨ Website: themaibrand.com

✨ YouTube:

The Beauty sis{STEM} |  @thebeautysisstem 

Mai Ya Business |  @mai.yabusiness 

maibeauty |  @themaibrand 

👯‍♀️ A B O U T

The Beauty sis{STEM} is dedicated to discussing the science behind beauty, hosted by Maiya Elaine and Maya Nicole, founders of maibeauty. The beauty duo sits down to discuss and dissect important topics for Women of Color with the goal of making science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts more accessible and relatable to everyday life. Episodes will feature respected guests with backgrounds in the STEM fields.

The Beauty sis{STEM} podcast is a platform dedicated to discussing the science behind beauty, hosted by Maiya Elaine and Maya Nicole, founders of maibeauty. The beauty duo sits down to  discuss and dissect important topics for Women of Color with the goal of making science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts more accessible and relatable to everyday life. Episodes will feature respected guests with backgrounds in the STEM fields.