How to be a Redhead

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S5, Ep 29: Redhead Bullying in the UK with Singer/Songwriter, Stephanie Cheape Oct 20, 2023

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Stephanie "Steph" Cheape is a natural redhead + singer/songwriter from Scotland. She has 300K followers on TikTok where she posts about Scottish culture, her music, and of course, life as a redhead. October is Bullying Awareness Month and we couldn't think of a better guest to discuss bullying, and her very own experience growing up with red hair in Scotland.

Follow her on Instagram

Questions we ask Steph:

What was it like for you growing up as a redhead?
It seems like there is a stigma in the UK surrounding red hair. Do you think this is true? And if so, why the cultural difference?
Is there anything, you believe, we can do better to stop the UK stigma of redheads? Do you think it will ever stop?
We know you wear our Finally Have Lashes mascara in Perfectly Auburn! We have more shades coming out this fall. Do you feel like redhead makeup has helped you embrace your red hair even more? If a redhead beauty line were more readily available in the UK, do you think it would help the redhead stigma?
You’ve commented that TikTok users tend to be nicer than Instagram users. Do you think this has to do with a younger, more accepting generation? Do you feel like users are more accepting of your red hair on TikTok than Instagram?
You share fun facts about redheads on social media. What’s your favorite fun fact you like to pull out?
We know you’re a musician! Tell us about your music career, how it’s going + what’s next for you professionally. Any projects you can tell us about?

Links Mentioned:

Finally Have Lashes® - Red-y for Lashes Perfectly Auburn Redhead Mascara

Why Our Finally Glossy® Shampoo Is So Special

2022’s Best Color Depositing Shampoos and Conditioners for Redheads (Updated: 2023)

Why Does Red Hair Fade? How To Keep Red Hair Vibrant

Why We Love Nickel-Free Razors For Redheads

4 Signs You’re Allergic to Nickel in Razor Blades

6 Reasons Your Redhead Skin is Irritated After Shaving

4 Best Hydrocortisone Cream Options for Redheads

Daily, we get an array of questions from social media comments, emails, and direct messages. We thought it would be fun to bring these to the How to be a Redhead podcast! We answer 2-4 questions per podcast. Do you want to send in your questions? Email H2BARPodcast@gmail.com, or DM us on Instagram @HowtobeaRedhead or TikTok @HowtobeaRedhead.

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Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5, Ep 28: Everything You Need To Know About Dyeing Your Hair Red, with Guests Ana Saia + Amber Todaro Oct 13, 2023

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If you listen to us regularly, you know we did a different podcast flow for Episode 20. Usually, we chat, then we call our guest, we reflect on the guest after the conversation is over, and we end it with Q&A. For the 20th episode, we put together 2 interviews with coinciding topics. We heard great reviews, so we’re back to do it again with today’s episode!

This time, we’re dedicating this special episode to those who dye their hair red. You could be a true redhead ‘by choice’ or a natural redhead wanting to be more vibrant.

Today, we’re talking to a popular TikTok influencer, Ana Saia, who dyes her hair red and IG famous professional colorist, Amber Todaro, who specializes in dyeing hair red for her clients. We can’t wait for you to meet them! If you’re wanting tips on how to go red OR if you want tips because your red hair is fading OR you’re interested because you’re a redhead ‘by choice’, this episode is for you.

Ana Saia was raised in Las Vegas, NV with her family and went red a few years ago. She has been on social media for 2+ years now and has racked up over 2.8 million followers on TikTok (at the time of recording). Her TikTok bio reads, “the redhead Latina” and she loves making videos for those in the Latino community who feel left out. It's also a special time because National Hispanic Heritage Month ends on October 15th (Sunday). Follow Ana Saia on Instagram | Follow Ana Saia on TikTok

Amber Todaro is a professional colorist and self-described “copper queen” from New York. You may know her on Instagram as @ColorMeAmber. She owns Color Me Amber Studio in St. James, New York in Long Island where she makes copper dreams come true. If you follow her, you’ll see how bright and colorful her page is and we absolutely love her Instagram account. Follow Amber on TikTok too.

We talk about the following:

See why each of them decided to go red
Tips for keeping red hair vibrant: best color depositing shampoos, conditioners
Tips for going to the salon
Trends such as Cowboy Copper, Apple Cider Copper, Cinnamon Cookie Butter, Ice Spice Red, and Cherry Cola
Permanent dye and when it’s important to know what to do at home and when you should head to the salon.
What should natural redheads do who have a lot of white/gray is coming through and color-depositing shampoos/conditioners aren’t working anymore?

Links:

Opinion: Society is Rebranding Red Hair and We Don’t Know What To Think

Berkey Inline Shower Filter

AquaBliss

Keracolor Clenditioner

OUAI Medium Shampoo + Conditioner Set

KERASTASE

Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5, Ep 27: Comedy & Curly Red Hair with Mary Patterson Broome Oct 06, 2023

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Season 5 of the How to be a Redhead podcast is coming to an end -- only 5 episodes left! We're ending the season on National #LoveYourRedHairDay (celebrated on November 5) weekend on Friday, November 3rd.

You guessed it right, we're getting excited + ready for Season 6 to start at the beginning of 2024. More to come! Until then, we're having some of our favorite conversations to conclude this *amazing* season.

Redheads (and everyone else), welcome Mary Patterson Broome. She is a writer and comedian currently writing and performing in sketches and other comedic content for the multimedia platform It's a Southern Thing. She has done stand-up at clubs, colleges, casinos, military bases, and plenty of other random rooms with microphones, for over 15 years.

She appeared on Hulu's Comedy Dynamics: Uncontrolled Comedy and was a staff writer for WE TV's Sex Box and AOL Originals' Making a Scene with James Franco. Broome has also been a contributor to The Lily, a division of The Washington Post, and Women's Health Magazine.

Follow her on Instagram

We asked her the following:

What was it like for you growing up as a redhead?
You have lived in Alabama, North Carolina, Spain, Los Angeles, and now South Carolina. Have you noticed any difference in how red hair is perceived based on location?
Redheads are well-represented in the world of comedy! Why do you think that is?
You are back in South Carolina after a long stint in Los Angeles. Tell us: how is your hair adapting to the humidity? Did your beauty routine have to adapt when you moved back?
Congratulations on having a baby this year! Is she a redhead or is it too soon to tell?
Tell us about It's a Southern Thing. How did it come about? What projects are you working on now?
On IG, you did a short sketch about how curly hair naturally falls into a triangle shape when it’s down. Have you found any hair products you recommend for curly hair?
Lucille Ball famously dyed her hair red because she wanted to stand out in show business. Do you think your red hair has helped you stand out in the entertainment industry?

Links:

It’s a Southern Thing on YouTube

Vicks Vapor Rub Skit

8 Redhead Women Comedians You Should Know About

R+Co Sun Catcher Power C Boosting Leave-In Conditioner Mini

R+Co Lost Treasure Apple Cider Vinegar Cleansing Rinse

John Frieda Anti Frizz, Frizz Ease Dream Curls

Oribe Gold Lust Nourishing Hair Oil

The Best SPF Lip Balms for Redheads

Why Do Redheads Need Sunscreen In The Winter?

The 5 Best Lip Balms with SPF for Redheads in 2023

Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5, Ep 26: If Jessica Chastain Doesn't Have To Then Neither Do I with Sophie Anna Everhard Sep 29, 2023

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Sophie Anna Everhard is an actress, model, entertainment executive, and natural redhead. She's best known for her role as Dylan Marvil in the Warner Premiere movie, The Clique, based on a New York Times best-selling book. She's appeared in TV shows on Nickelodeon, ABC Family, and the CW, and in many national commercials. Most recently, she's worked with CeraVe & T-Mobile.

Sophie is the former Head of Operations at Sofar Sounds, a global live experiences company that's been named the world's second most innovative company in music, where she spent nearly a decade growing the company. Sophie graduated from NYU and has been splitting her time between NYC and LA ever since.

Follow Sophie Anna Everhard on Instagram

Some of the questions we ask her:

What was it like for you growing up as a redhead?
What was it like playing Dylan Marvil in The Clique?
Would you ever dye your hair another color for a movie role? We share that Jessica Chastain only wears wigs and will not dye her hair. Sophie responded, "If Jessica Chastain doesn't have to then neither will I.." Hence, the title of this episode!
You have a fun, unique way of putting together outfits. You put together looks inspired by songs. Which song has inspired an outfit recently?
You moved to Los Angeles at 13 to start your acting career. Since then, have you noticed more opportunities for redheads in modeling and acting? We feel like we see a lot more redheads in advertisements now.
You spent almost a decade building a company that helps new music artists connect to fans through intimate live shows. Have you noticed a connection between an artist’s visual style and their ability to build a following?
Tell us the story of how you learned that you need to fill in your brows.
You’ve partnered with us for the launch of our Finally Glossy Shine and Luminosity Shampoo. What did you think after using our shampoo?

Products:

Finally Have Lashes® - Red-y for Lashes Perfectly Auburn Redhead Mascara

Finally Have Brows® - Tinted Redhead Eyebrow Gel (Longwearing)

Finally Glossy® Shine & Luminosity Shampoo for Redheads

Links:

3 Ways To Make Your Red Hair More Vibrant Without the Use of Dyes

The 6 Best Ways To Keep Red Hair From Fading

How to Lighten and Treat Your Red Hair With Cinnamon

10 Best ‘Redhead Friendly’ Sunscreens of 2023

9 of the Best Drugstore Sunscreens for Redheads

7 Best Redhead-Approved Mineral Sunscreens Under $25

Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5, Ep 25: Redheads + Tattoos with Lyndi Lou (Do We Feel More Pain?) Sep 22, 2023

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We have done many episodes and have posted many articles on HowtobeaRedhead.com about redheads feeling more pain, or feeling pain differently. Since we know getting tattoos can be painful, we had to dedicate an entire episode to this topic. We couldn't have chosen a better guest than Lyndi Lou. She is a natural redhead, tattoo artist and owner of Mama Tried Tattoo Parlour in Louisville, Kentucky. She is also a painter & wood burner.

Follow her on Instagram: @lyndilou

Questions we ask her:

What was it like for you growing up as a redhead?
Your style is often described as colorful, whimsical, and humorous. How do you incorporate these elements into your tattoo designs?
Do you think redheads have specific needs when it comes to choosing a tattoo artist?
The pain tolerance of redheads is a debated topic. As a natural redhead, and someone who often sees people handle pain, what is your opinion?
Have you ever had any clients who were hesitant about getting a tattoo because of pain, and how do you help them prepare for their appointment(s)?
Can you tell us about any specific tattoo design that you're particularly proud of or that holds a special significance to you?
Tattoo removal! Do you know about it?

Articles mentioned:

3 Things Redheads Should Know Before Getting a Tattoo

How To Soothe Redness and Calm Flushed Redhead Skin

3 Life-Saving Redness Reducing Tips for Redheads

Podcast S5 EP15: Do Redheads Feel More Pain at the Dentist?

Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5 Ep 24: Expert Tips with Redhead Beauty Journalist, Shannon Bauer Sep 15, 2023

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Shannon Bauer is a beauty journalist, certified professional makeup artist and natural redhead. She has been reporting on beauty trends and formulations, and has tested the latest products for 8+ years professionally. When not on the hunt for the next best mascara, you can find her running in Brooklyn, reading a book, or trying out a new restaurant.

Follow her on Instagram: @shannonmarie.beauty

We ask her the following:

What was it like for you growing up as a redhead?
You post a lot of photos with curly hair. Is your hair naturally curly? What’s your secret for beautiful curls?
Do you do anything special to keep your red hair vibrant?
We love talking about SKIN! We see on Instagram that you get waxed. What kind of hair removal would you recommend for redheads with skin too sensitive for waxing?
You made a post about how good skin does not equal flawless skin. We think this is an important message considering so many people use filters to make their skin look perfectly smooth. What does it mean to have “good skin” – especially for redheads with sensitivity?
You are an advocate for sunscreen as skincare. Which brands do you use?
What products are you loving for your morning skincare routine right now?
Red hair is trending in 2023 – it seems to trend every year. What do you think about this?

Product Recommendations:

T3 Switch Kit Professional Ionic Interchangeable Curling Iron

Kristin Ess Signature Hair Gloss

Versed Instant Gratification At-Home Dermaplaning Tool

Tarte Timeless Smoothing Primer

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Tinted Sunscreen SPF 50

Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen

Supergoop! Glowscreen (SPF 40)

Kopari Sun Shield Body Glow

NuFACE Trinity Complete – Microcurrent

Yon-Ka Serum C20 Vitamin C Face Serum

Finally Have Brows® - Ultra Fine Redhead Pencil

Sunnies Face Fluffmatte in Rosas

Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5 Ep 23: Let's Have a Conversation About Redhead Beauty 101 with Pam Cameron Sep 08, 2023

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We have a passion for beauty at H2BAR. We, Adrienne and Stephanie, grew up in an environment where many of the women around us were passionate about skincare, makeup, and beauty routines. It influenced us to start HowtobeaRedhead.com in 2012 and why we wanted to start the first-ever redhead beauty-focused podcast (the How to be a Redhead podcast) in 2018. We jump into specific topics all of the time and sometimes forget there are redheads out there without a deep background in beauty.

Today's guest is Pam Cameron. We're so excited for you to meet our lovely, kind, natural-redhead podcast producer. Throughout 2023, we have had many conversations with Pam and she would ask us beauty-related questions. We thought, "Our listeners would love to hear this..."

So, here we go. We ask Pam the following questions:

We’ll start off by asking about your beauty background. Was your mom into beauty? We know you have a redhead sister too! Is she into beauty?
Before meeting us, what were your beauty concerns? Did you have any? Frizzy hair? Dry, itchy skin?
We sent you a box of products with hair/skin items – and Finally Have Lashes/Finally Have Brows. You’ve been testing and trying items for a while now. What questions do you have? Have you enjoyed any products?
We know you asked us about using mascara and how to apply it and what to do with the tube. What are your questions about mascara?
Brows! How are you doing using Finally Have Brows!?
Skincare: What does your skincare routine look like? What questions do you have about the steps when applying skincare?
Do you wear SPF daily?
Haircare: We know you just started using conditioner! How does your hair feel?
Are there any products you want to try but are afraid to do so?

Products:

Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Lotion for Face

Konjac Sponge

Weightless Precious Oils Softening Conditioner by Roux

Articles:

5 Tips to Add Volume to Flat Red Hair

20 Easy Tips To Get Shiny, Voluminous, And Healthy Hair

8 Best Volumizing Products for Thin/Flat Red Hair

Why Are Artists Obsessed With Redheads?

Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5, Ep 22: Feeling Super Powerful with the Sensational Singer-Songwriter, Vera Blue Sep 01, 2023

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On the other side

Woo-ooh-ooh

Sing with us. Chat with us. Today's guest is Celia Pavey, better known as Vera Blue. She is a singer, songwriter, and musician from Australia. She has released 2 studio albums, a live album, and numerous EPs. Her latest album, Mercurial, was released in late 2022.

Follow her on Instagram verabluemusic + listen to her music here

The questions asked were:

What was it like for you growing up with red hair in Australia?
You sing, play the guitar and the violin! Did these talents + interests start super young?
You released your album titled "Mercurial" in late 2022. Which songs from this album have resonated with your fans the most? (131 million streams on Spotify for the song “Rushing Back” and over 1.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify)
In June, you performed at the Mile High Stadium in Denver, CO to THOUSANDS of people with Illenium + Said The Sky. 40,000?! Wow, how did that feel? We LOVE the song “Other Side”...
How did it feel to do a song with Sir Elton John?! We love “The One” for the motion picture “Sherlock Gnomes”.
You have gorgeous, long hair. You said in an interview with Body+Soul that you love your long hair and want to grow it as long as you can. How long is your hair right now and how long do you want it to be?
We want to know all about how you keep it looking so vibrant! Do you get highlights or use a product to raise the vibrancy of your natural color?
You are from Australia, the land of SUN. How do you protect your skin from sun damage? What is your skincare routine like?
You perform in colorful, dramatic outfits. We especially love the white dress with the twinkly lights you twirled in on YouTube. Is your red hair a factor in which colors you choose to wear?
What’s next for you professionally?

Products mentioned:

ASPECT SUN PHYSICAL SUN PROTECTION SPF50+

Supergoop! PLAY Lip Balm SPF 30

Aquaphor

Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5, Ep 21: Makeup Tips With Celebrity Redhead Makeup Artist, Courtney Housner Aug 25, 2023

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Courtney Housner is a redhead, celebrity makeup artist, and hairstylist. She began her career in entertainment in 2012. Since embarking on the journey as a freelance artist, she has participated in a number of projects ranging from music videos, magazine publications, commercials, feature films, creating custom wigs/styling, and red carpet events.

Courtney has become a personal hair/makeup artist to some of Hollywood’s stars such as Jay Shetty, Don Toliver, Jharrel Jerome, Toheeb Jimoh, Nia and Bill Burr, and Giancarlo Esposito.

Her work can be seen on the pages of Vogue, Teen Vogue, Glamour, People, Deadline, Bustle, Variety, and Vulkan.

Follow her on Instagram here.

We asked her the following questions:

What was it like for you growing up as a redhead?
Can you tell us about your journey as a hairstylist and makeup artist, and what inspired you to pursue this career path?
How did your skincare and haircare needs change when you moved from Wisconsin to Los Angeles?
What are some common mistakes that people make when applying makeup?
Redheads can find makeup overwhelming. Can you recommend two essential products if someone is just dipping their toes into makeup?
We think the first step in makeup is great skincare. Can you share any tips or tricks for maintaining healthy hair and skin in a dry climate like Los Angeles?
Do you use any products to boost the vibrancy of your red hair?
Let's talk about redhead hair extensions.
What projects or collaborations do you have coming up in the future?

Products mentioned:

Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez Soft Pinch Liquid Blush

NUDESTIX Nudies Cream Blush

NUDESTIX Tinted Blur Foundation Stick

MILK MAKEUP Future Fluid All Over Medium Coverage Hydrating Concealer

Cetaphil Face Wash, Daily Facial Cleanser for Sensitive, Combination to Oily Skin

Loving Tan 2 HR Express Mousse - Medium

NeoCell Super Collagen Chews

Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Powder

Produced by: Adrienne + Stephanie Vendetti. Pam Cameron

Edited By: Robert Cummins Film Co.

S5, Ep 20: How to Donate Your Red Hair + Purchase A Red Wig, With Suzanne Chimera + Jordan Fuelberth Aug 18, 2023

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To kick off our 20th episode this season, we're doing something special today! It will be a different format because we're covering two important topics: how to donate your red hair + redhead wigs. To help us answer your questions, we have 2 different guests on today's episode:

The first guest is Suzanne Chimera. She’s a native New Yorker and President/Co-Founder of HairWeShare. She founded it in 2014 after being a custom wig designer for twenty years. HairWeShare creates custom wigs for children AND adults with medical hair loss. This is important because many wig organizations only make wigs for kids – but HairWeShare makes wigs for adults + kids.

Then, we called Jordan Fuelberth. She’s a 24-year-old natural redhead and works as a certified veterinary technician in Illinois. She has always been a huge supporter of WigsforKids and she feels blessed to be a donor! If you didn’t see her viral hair donation TikTok video with millions, and millions, and millions of views (click here), you’re in for a treat. If you happened to see around 36” of red hair being chopped off on TikTok, it was probably Jordan. She will detail how she donated 1 full yard of her own red hair!

If there is anything you can take away from this podcast, it is that redheads have the power to change lives in some way. It could be donating your unique hair, it could be sending this podcast to a friend or family member NEEDING a wig, and/or it could be donating monetarily to the organizations mentioned.

Donate to HairWeShare

Donate to WigsForKids

Jordan's product recommendations + hair tips for growth: