Ep. 49 | Loving Your Hair with Celebrity Hairstylist, Felicia Leatherwood
FELICia" I NEED A TOOL THAT CAN GET THROUGH MY HAIR AND OTHER PEOPLE’S HAIR SO THEY’RE NOT RUNNING FROM THE COMB AND THE BRUSH"
Felicia is a renowned celebrity hairstylist celebrated for her expertise in textured hair and empowering clients to embrace and love their natural beauty. As a longtime friend and trusted creative, I’m excited to have her on the show. You’ll hear us talk about loving your hair, the importance of embracing natural texture, her innovative detangler brush designed to make hair care easier, and the artistry and passion behind her work with some of the biggest names in entertainment.
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In this episode of It Takes A Village with Delina Medhin, Delina welcomes her longtime friend and industry icon, Felicia Leatherwood, one of the most celebrated voices in natural hair care and education. Felicia shared the journey that took her from Hollywood sets to global stages, working with icons like Issa Rae, Lenny Kravitz, Simone Missick, Ryan Michelle Bathe, Sonequa Martin-Green, Ava Duvernay, and Viola Davis.
Learn how traveling, international film work, and prepping for big moments have shaped Felicia’s career and passion for educating others. Felicia opens up about launching Brush with the Best, the first patented detangling brush designed for natural hair, and her collective Texture Management, which uplifts premiere hair and makeup artists nationwide. She reveals the impact of mentors like Jill Scott and Lenny Kravitz, and why giving back to the next generation keeps her grounded.
Whether you are listening as a fan of Felicia or simply wanting to absorb all the knowledge that comes with her experience in the industry, tune in to this episode. It has everything you’d expect and more coming from a full-fledged global hair guru and business founder.
Show Topics:
Working on set: differences between glam crews and movie teams
Her experience with international films and work in Africa
Building a global career through travel
Lasting lessons from Jill Scott and Lenny Kravitz
Always learning from your collaborators
Staying close to the heart of hairstyling
The birth of Brush with the Best and product invention
Leading the Texture Management collective
Deepening self-worth, spirituality, and self-love
Mentorship and uplifting the next generation in beauty
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
02:28 Meeting on Set and Building a Friendship
08:09 The Glam Squad vs. On-Set Dynamics
09:46 International Filming and the Role of Designers
11:35 Adventures in Senegal
14:24 The Paris Natural Hair Academy
17:20 Working with Jill Scott
20:04 The Essence of Confidence
26:53 Brush with the Best: A Business Journey
33:52 Navigating Business Negotiations
34:28 Building a Strong Team
35:00 Understanding Self-Worth in Business
35:46 The Importance of Negotiation Skills
38:07 Handling Business Challenges
47:34 The Role of Spirituality in Personal Growth
50:02 Travel and Cultural Experiences
52:11 Working with Lenny Kravitz
54:11 Defining Masculinity
58:15 Mentorship and Personal Impact
ABOUT Felicia Leatherwood
Felicia Leatherwood is a pioneering expert in natural hair and one of Hollywood’s most renowned stylists, known for her artistry, education, and advocacy. With a client roster spanning Emmy, Grammy, and Oscar winners including global stars like Issa Rae, Lenny Kravitz, Simone Missick, and Viola Davis, Felicia is a true hair industry innovator. Beyond the red carpet, she founded Texture Management, uniting expert stylists nationwide, and invented the award-winning Brush with the Best, the first detangler specifically designed for kinkier hair textures. Felicia’s upcoming book, Root Therapy, continues her mission of empowering self-love and spreading hair wisdom worldwide.
Follow Felicia on all social media platforms
Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube
Texture Management
Check out the Detangler Brush here | @brushwiththebest
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