Conscious Beauty And Beautiful Minds: Interview w/ Naya Apostolou
Naya Apostolou has always been attracted to the magic art of makeup and believed that when it comes to skincare, prevention is the best policy. After watching long hours of Youtube videos, she launched her own YouTube channel where she talks all things beauty and wellbeing. From makeup tutorials to skincare advice and body care, Naya’s got you covered!
What was the first beauty routine you adopted as a child or teenager? Which emotions do you connect with this memory?
Putting fragranced body lotion instead of perfume and also plucking my brows was a must, which i regret to this day!
CONSCIOUS BEAUTY — What meaning do you give this term?
Choosing products that make me beautiful while making the world a better place.
Which aspects of sustainability in beauty are especially important to you?
Recyclable packaging, cruelty free and naturally derived, non toxic ingredients
When do you consciously feel beautiful?
Every morning when I look in the mirror, and everytime I put my makeup on to go out with friends!
Did your approach to beauty change within the last 1–2 years?
It sure did! I have a more holistic approach to it, and I’m really savvy when it comes to ingredients.
How would you like to see the image of beauty change within the next 5 years?
I hope we have more concious / clean beauty products available and I hope animal testing stops!
What or who inspires your beauty routine?
To quote Coco Chanel “Nature gives you the face you have at 20. It’s up to you to merit the face you have at 50”
What is your best beauty advice to others?
Drink a lot of water, smile often and never forget sunscreen!
THANK YOU!
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Demee Koch about the MEDIUM interview series on CONSCIOUS BEAUTY:
Hello! I am a serial entrepreneur with more than 2 decades of experience in the health & beauty industry. This interview series is intended to create awareness about the movement of Conscious Beauty.
We are in a beautiful time of Conscious Beauty — you may have heard of this term, but what does Conscious Beauty mean, and why does it matter?
For us, beauty is a way to love — it is about self-care, art, nutrition, exercise, life, self-love. I invite you to become part of a movement that re-defines beauty. Let’s empower beautiful minds.
Thank you for being the change. I’m looking forward to learn from you. Reach out to me via LinkedIn.
Demee ❤︎