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In this episode, we're joined by Sarah Todd Hammer, a three-time published author, Davidson College graduate, and disability advocate and consultant who has built an audience of 300,000+ across her social platforms, for a conversation about accessible beauty, disability identity, and what real inclusion actually looks like. Sarah Todd shares her childhood diagnosis with acute flaccid myelitis, including the early misdiagnosis of transverse myelitis and the long road to understanding her condition, along with how dance, writing, and friendship helped shape who she became after her life changed overnight. We talk through what disabled grief and disabled joy mean when they exist side by side, and how Sarah Todd learned to live independently in college, from getting dressed to doing her own hair and makeup for the first time, all while founding Davidson's Disability Alliance. Sarah Todd walks us through her adaptive makeup routine, her favorite products, and the packaging details that make or break usability, plus the brands getting it right and the ones still falling short, from her work with Rare Beauty to her go-to, Tilt Beauty. We dig into why testing with disabled users matters, what more inclusive packaging could look like, and why one accessible product in a category isn't enough. She also opens up about navigating public advocacy, setting boundaries in her comment section, and why creators don't owe their audience every piece of their personal life. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links: Sarah Todd’s website: https://www.sarahtoddhammer.com/  Sarah Todd’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sarah-todd-hammer  Socials: @SarahToddHammer (Instagram), @SarahToddHammer (TikTok), @SarahToddHammer (YouTube), @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected] Contact Sarah Todd: [email protected]

Season 3 is back, baby, and the beauty industry has been BUSY. Kailey and Ashton kick off Season 3 with a fall-break catch-up before diving headfirst into the beauty stories everyone has been talking about. From Kailey’s new school year and The Beauty Burrow to Ashton’s New York adventures and some very exciting creative wins, there’s plenty to catch up on before the real tea begins. This season premiere takes on eye patch gate, unpacking the Fenty, Glow Recipe, and Huda packaging frenzy and asking whether twist-dispense packaging could actually be an accessibility win. They also get into sustainability, beauty-brand copycats, and the Molly Sims YISE Beauty and Jones Road drama. And because apparently the beauty industry has decided we need a new product every five minutes, Kailey and Ashton are also getting into some of the latest beauty releases, sharing what caught their eye, what has them intrigued, and what has them saying, “Okay, but why and who asked for this???” Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links:  Wonderbath Slice Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-91704466  Bobbi Brown Lip Tint Liner & Sheer Lip Stain: https://go.shopmy.us/p-91703676  Dedcool Mocha Magic Eau de Parfum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-91703946  CECRED Temple Oud Hair Perfume: https://go.shopmy.us/p-91704114  Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected]

In this season two finale of Accessibly Ever After, Ashton and Kailey are getting personal, getting opinionated, and getting ready for a little fall break. Through an accessibility-first lens, they explore what makes a product genuinely usable, from packaging and applicators to grip, texture, size, and the little design choices that can either reduce friction or create an entirely unnecessary battle. They also take on a listener question about toothbrushing, opening up a bigger conversation about sensory needs, neurodivergence, executive functioning, and the reality of keeping up with everyday care when your brain or body does not always cooperate. Rather than focusing on what you should be doing, they share practical, low-pressure ways to make oral hygiene more manageable and meet yourself where you are. As they wrap up season two, Ashton and Kailey reflect on what the podcast has meant to them and look ahead to season three. Accessibly Ever After will be taking a short fall break before returning October 7, so consider this your official permission slip to rest, recharge, and make your own routines work for you. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links:  Marc Jacobs Beauty Nude Awakening Hydrating Medium Coverage Concealer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-81315056  Ciele Cosmetics lip & PROTECT Pigment-Rich Hydrating Lipstick with SPF 60+: https://go.shopmy.us/p-81315161  Glow Recipe PDRN Tinted Soft Matte Lip Blur Balm: https://go.shopmy.us/p-81315177  Ouai St. Bart’s Solid Perfume: https://go.shopmy.us/p-81315209  Colourpop Jelly Glow Lip + Cheek Tint: https://go.shopmy.us/p-81315232  Kopari Golden Aura Body Gelée: https://go.shopmy.us/p-81315244  ONE/SIZE Ultimate Color Corrector Stain: https://go.shopmy.us/p-81315300  EOS Toasted Marshmallow Body Lotion: https://go.shopmy.us/p-81315364  Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected]

In this episode of Accessibly Ever After, Kailey and Ashton sit down with Isabella “Bella” Morton-Smith, founder of Flexxi Beauty, an occupational therapist turned makeup artist turned founder who is building adaptive tools for the beauty industry. While studying to be an OT, Bella spent her days working as a makeup artist and began noticing a disconnect: beauty products were becoming more advanced, but the brushes and tools people used to apply them hadn’t really changed in years. That left many people with arthritis, Parkinson’s, cerebral palsy, hand injuries, tremors, and other disabilities struggling to access the same beauty experiences. That realization sparked a five-year process of prototyping, testing, and designing alongside people with lived experience, ultimately leading to the Flexxi Brush, featuring a palm strap, magnetic interchangeable heads, and zero required grip or wrist rotation. Bella also shares what it’s like to bridge the worlds of occupational therapy, beauty, disability, and entrepreneurship, the importance of designing with disabled people rather than simply for them, and her vision for the future of adaptive beauty. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Links: Flexxi Beauty: https://flexxibeauty.com/  The Flexxi Brush: https://flexxibeauty.com/products/the-flexxi-brush  Bella’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabella-morton-smith-54b4262b1/  Socials: @FlexxiBeauty (Instagram), @FlexxiBeauty (TikTok), @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected] Contact Bella: [email protected]

This week on Accessibly Ever After, Kailey and Ashton are doing a deep dive into Dieux Skin, one of the internet's most loved skincare brands. Dieux was founded in 2020 by Charlotte Palermino, Joyce de Lemos, and Marta Freedman. Palermino spent a decade in media before becoming a licensed esthetician and one of skincare's most outspoken myth busters online. De Lemos is Dieux's cosmetic chemist, with a background formulating for brands like SkinCeuticals and Kiehl's. The brand launched with the Forever Eye Mask and built a reputation on transparency, real formulation science, and a "buy less, buy better" philosophy that runs counter to most of the beauty industry. In this episode, Kailey and Ashton talk through why Deliverance Serum has earned a permanent spot in both their routines, and what makes Instant Angel and Skin Mercy so effective for skin barrier support. They also cover why the Baptism and Ethereal cleansers stand out in a category full of stripping, overcomplicated formulas, choosing between fragrance-free and scented cleansers, the reusable Forever Eye Mask, and the accessibility and real-world trade offs of aluminum tubes, pumps, and tins as packaging. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links: Dieux Ethereal Cleanser: https://go.shopmy.us/p-68915878  Dieux Baptism Cleanser (Fragranced): https://go.shopmy.us/p-52026068  Dieux Baptism Cleanser (Fragrance-Free): https://go.shopmy.us/p-16687599  Dieux Deliverance Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581764  Dieux Air Angel Moisturizer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581814  Dieux Skin Mercy: https://go.shopmy.us/p-46271462  Dieux Instant Angel Moisturizer: https://go.shopmy.us/p-40581792  Dieux Firm Revival: https://go.shopmy.us/p-79753247  Dieux Forever Eye Masks: https://go.shopmy.us/p-47967176  Socials: @DieuxSkin, @CharlotteParler, @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected]

In this episode of Accessibly Ever After, Kailey and Ashton sit down with Katy Cottam, founder and CEO of Luna Daily, the microbiome-balancing body care brand on a mission to bring intimate skin out of the shame spiral and into the same self-care conversation as the rest of the body. A beauty industry veteran with a resume that includes L'Oreal and Charlotte Tilbury, Katy walks us through her journey building Luna Daily from the ground up, the lessons she picked up along the way, and how her own experience with thrush and a disrupted skin microbiome became the spark for a brand that treats intimate skin with the same care as the rest of the body. Kailey and Ashton also dig into what Luna Daily's products look like through an accessibility lens. They talk through the value of multi-use, all-over formulas for anyone managing limited energy or mobility challenges, and how having fewer products and fewer steps can meaningfully reduce friction in a self-care routine. The conversation also gets honest about what happens when showering or basic self-care feels out of reach entirely, and how shame and stigma can compound that struggle, especially in a category that already keeps women in the dark about their own bodies. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links: Luna Daily: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78744942 The Everywhere Wash: https://go.shopmy.us/p-71971664  The All-Over Deodorant: https://go.shopmy.us/p-71971984  The Everywhere Spray-to-Wipe: https://go.shopmy.us/p-71971974  The Everywhere Spray-to-Wipe Mini: https://go.shopmy.us/p-71972113 Katy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-cottam-b6556043/  Socials: @KatyCottam, @Luna_Daily_Official, @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected] Contact Katy: [email protected]

Beauty was never designed with Disabled people in mind, but that doesn't mean Disabled beauty lovers are settling. This week, Kailey and Ashton break down the newest launches through an accessibility-first lens, from packaging that actually works in real hands to design choices that make a routine easier or impossible. The episode kicks off with two relatable disasters: a salt-shaker explosion at the movies and a coffee spill topped off with a bonk to the head. They're chatting why Rare Beauty's fragrance line (including the new Rare Beginnings EDP) is one of the most accessible in beauty, what makes Makeup by Mario's cream shadow promising for easy eye looks, and where e.l.f. x Bubble, Kylie Cosmetics' Moodstones, and Touchland x Troublemaker get it right or miss the mark, plus the latest Sol de Janeiro mists and a complexion launch sparking undertone debate. Perfect for anyone who wants to know what's actually worth your money, your time, and your spoons. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links:  Sol de Janeiro Cheiroso 10 Cologne Body Mist for Men: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78371999  Hung Vann Go Red Carpet Skin Luminous Longwear Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78372236 Kylie Jenner Collection Mood Stones Cashmere Muse EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78372874  Kylie Jenner Collection Mood Stones Blush Wood EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78372973  Kylie Jenner Collection Mood Stones Velvet Brew EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78373074  E.l.f. x Bubble collab: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78373250  Rare Beauty Rare Beginnings EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78373835  Rare Beauty Fragrance Layering Balm in “Fruity Pear”: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78373783  Rare Beauty Fragrance Layering Balm in “Sweet Marshmallow”: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78373630  Makeup By Mario Long-Wear Cream Eyeshadow (Shimmers): https://go.shopmy.us/p-78374150  Flaus Electric Flosser: https://go.shopmy.us/p-78374322  Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected]

In this episode of Accessibly Ever After, Kailey and Ashton sit down with Brooke Parrish, a content creator and disability advocate born with Pfeiffer syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects the bones of the skull, face, and limbs. Brooke spent years trying to hide her facial difference growing up, and today she is the creator behind @flourishinglydifferent, sharing her life with over 450K followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Together they unpack what it means to show up fully in beauty spaces that have historically excluded visible disabilities, and why representation matters so much. You'll hear Brooke talk about becoming the person she once needed to see online, how she handles everything from intrusive questions to well-intentioned comments that still land wrong, and how she filters out negativity without letting it take over her community. Ashton and Kailey also get real about internalized ableism and the difference between educating out of obligation and choosing when and how to respond. They also dig into what accessible beauty packaging actually looks like, from longer product designs to doe-foot applicators, and why brands need more than vague claims of inclusivity to earn trust from consumers. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Links: Socials: @FlourishinglyDifferent (TikTok), @FlourishingWithADifference (Instagram), @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected] Contact Brooke: [email protected]

In this week's deep dive, we're getting into Ellis Brooklyn, the clean luxury fragrance brand founder Bee Shapiro built while pregnant and searching for a non-toxic scent she could actually trust. We walk through the full lineup, from gourmands like Queens Caramel and Bee to tropical favorites like Isla Sirena and Miami Nectar, and dig into our thoughts on "clean beauty," is it a real standard or mostly a marketing ploy? Then we get into the accessible packaging, specifically the magnetic cap on every full-size bottle. Reviewers rave about it, and it's easy to see why: no threading to align and no fumbling, just a satisfying snap-close that happens to work beautifully for anyone with limited hand mobility or grip strength. We're calling it what it is: an accidentally accessible win. We talk about what it means when a brand stumbles into inclusive design without ever naming it, and what they're leaving on the table by staying quiet about it.  Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links:  Ellis Brooklyn: https://go.shopmy.us/p-76581223  Isla Sirena EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-76581387  Myth EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-76581447  Dear Sky EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-76581629  Guava Granita EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-76581638  Socials: @EllisBrooklyn, @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected]

In this episode of Accessibly Ever After, Kailey and Ashton sit down with Storm Menzies, founder of ByStorm Beauty, to talk about adaptive makeup tools, disability-led design, and building an accessible beauty brand from the ground up. Storm has cerebral palsy and spent years working in the disability space before a hand injury revealed just how inaccessible everyday beauty products really are. Storm digs into what it took to go from clay prototypes to co-designing adaptive tools with occupational therapists and the disability community. She also shares what she wishes the beauty industry understood about designing with disabled people instead of just for them, and why representation in product development matters just as much as representation in marketing. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Links: ByStorm Beauty: https://bystormbeauty.com/  Betty (round grip): https://bystormbeauty.com/products/betty-round-makeup-grip  Margie (flat paddle): https://bystormbeauty.com/products/margie-flat-makeup-grip-for-extra-stability-control Storm’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/storm-menzies/  Socials: @ByStorm.Beauty (Instagram), @ByStorm.Beauty (TikTok) @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected] Contact Storm: [email protected]

This week on Accessibly Ever After, we're back with Our Royal Decree, your roundup of the beauty launches worth knowing about. On deck: the returning MCOBeauty x Skindinavia All Dayer Setting Spray (yes, the cult favorite formula is back), K18's FutureIQ Hair Longevity Serum for anyone chasing healthier strands long term, and the Dibs Beauty The Edit Stick for an easy two-in-one addition to your routine. We're also covering two new Athena Club scents, Banana Sunmilk and Pink Marshmallow, the B&BW Fruit Fusions collection for a fresh seasonal pick, and Urban Decay's Lip Toy Staining Brush Lip Liner for a longer-wearing lip. New beauty drops, decoded for our accessible beauty community, so you know what's actually worth adding to cart. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links:  MCo Beauty All Dayer Setting Spray: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73755015  K18 FutureIQ™ Hair Longevity Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73755334  Dibs Beauty The Edit Stick: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73755496  Athena Club Banana Sunmilk Body Mist: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73755623  Athena Club Pink Marshmallow Body Mist: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73755709  B&BW Fruit Fusions collection: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73755899  Urban Decay Lip Toy Staining Brush Lip Liner: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73756035  Beaubble x Rudi Berry Bitten Juice Lip Stain: https://go.shopmy.us/p-73756217  Ashton’s Athena Club Body Mist Review: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWO_mlPEg2g/  Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected]

In this episode of Accessibly Ever After, Kailey and Ashton sit down with content creator Giovanna (@glamgio_nyc) to talk bold beauty, graphic liner, and making space for neurodivergent creativity in the beauty industry. Giovanna has built a following of over 170k, known for her signature graphic liner looks and colorful, unexpected makeup pairings that break away from traditional glam formulas. Giovanna opens up about her own neurodivergence and how it shapes the way she approaches makeup as a form of self-expression and storytelling. She digs into how bold, experimental beauty can be a tool for confidence and identity, especially for those who don't see themselves reflected in mainstream beauty. She also talks about how overwhelming and stressful brand events can be, the sensory and social demands that often go unspoken, and what she wishes brands understood about creating a more accommodating experience. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Links: Book a 1:1 graphic liner consultation w/ Gio: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNh5OvtKtsbsMr9fLRoBX8JDDRNRP8Gm8C6lz2rG1Diqacvw/ Socials: @glamgio_nyc (Instagram), @glamgio_nyc (TikTok), @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected] Contact Giovanna: [email protected]

This week on Accessibly Ever After, Ashton and Kailey continue their brand deep dive series with Luna Daily, the microbiome-focused bodycare brand founded by Katy Cottam after her own experience with thrush following a course of antibiotics left her unable to use mainstream products on her most intimate skin. Ashton and Kailey dig into Luna Daily's mission to take intimate care out of the "feminine hygiene" aisle and into the everyday skincare conversation, and what accessible bodycare actually looks like for people managing chronic illness and disability. They also get into the practical side: what a lower-effort, one-step skincare product means on a low-spoon day, and where the brand could go further to meet chronically ill and disabled customers where they are. Is Luna Daily's mission to destigmatize intimate care backed up by accessible product design that holds up for chronic illness and disability, or is there still work to do? Tune in for an honest, product-by-product breakdown of accessible beauty and bodycare through a disability lens. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links:  The Everywhere Wash: https://go.shopmy.us/p-71971664  The All-Over Deodorant: https://go.shopmy.us/p-71971984  The Everywhere Spray-to-Wipe: https://go.shopmy.us/p-71971974  The Everywhere Spray-to-Wipe Mini: https://go.shopmy.us/p-71972113  Looking for something else? https://go.shopmy.us/p-71972317  Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected]

What makes a beauty product truly accessible? In this week's episode of Accessibly Ever After, we're diving into the intersection of accessible beauty, inclusive design, disability pride, and the latest beauty launches. We're sharing our honest thoughts on new releases from Rare Beauty, Huda Beauty, One/Size, Future Society, Hani, Vegamour, and more, while also looking beyond the formulas to talk about something that often gets overlooked: accessibility. From easy-to-open packaging and shade selection to fragrance bottles, makeup application, and shopping experiences, we explore how beauty brands can better serve disabled consumers. We also answer a listener question about creating an accessible makeup setup as a wheelchair user, sharing practical tips for mirror placement, product organization, and adaptive beauty routines that make getting ready easier and more enjoyable. Whether you're disabled, chronically ill, neurodivergent, or simply passionate about making beauty more inclusive, this episode is packed with practical advice, thoughtful conversation, and plenty of beauty recommendations. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who believes beauty should be accessible to everyone. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Heads up: Some of the links below are affiliate links. If you shop through them, we may earn a small commission (at no cost to you). Thanks for supporting the podcast and our work 🫶 Links:  Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Lip Oil Stick: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69472706  ONE/Size Beauty On ‘Til Dawn Bronze Veil: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69471160  E.l.f. Set It Bright Powder Quad: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69471526  Ellis Brooklyn Vanilla Rice EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69471593  Vegamour GRO+ Advanced Gel Serum Pen: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69471677  YSL Beauty Skin Affair Soft Glow Cushion Foundation: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69471770  Hanni Water Balm in Wildwood Vanille (new scent): https://go.shopmy.us/p-69471847  Future Society Wandering Rain EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69471885  KAYALI Boujee Kitty EDP: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69472276  Socials: @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Us: [email protected]

In this episode of Accessibly Ever After, Kailey and Ashton sit down with cosmetic scientist and creator Dr. Julian Sass to unpack the science behind beauty products, sunscreen, and formulation. Dr. Sass holds a PhD in Biomathematics and Statistics from North Carolina State University and has spent his career translating complex cosmetic science for everyday consumers, a body of work that's been featured in outlets such as The Washington Post, Vogue, and Today. He's also the creator of a widely respected sunscreen database of over 500 products, built to help people, especially those with darker skin tones, find sun protection that truly works. From how products are actually developed to why so many sunscreens sting the eyes or feel unpleasant on the skin, Dr. Sass breaks down complex topics in a way that's clear, funny, and actually helpful. He digs into what consumers often misunderstand about sunscreen safety, why nuance matters when discussing "harmful" ingredients, and how brands can build more inclusive products from the very beginning of the development process. Dr. Sass also shares what true accessibility looks like in beauty, why packaging matters more than most people realize, and how small design choices can make a huge difference for disabled and everyday consumers alike. Listen now and start seeing beauty differently. Links: Dr. Julian Sass’ website: https://www.drjuliansass.com/  Sunscreen Database: https://www.drjuliansass.com/sunscreen-database  Socials: @DrJulianSass (Instagram), @DrJulianSass (TikTok), @AccessiblyEverAfter, @OccupationBeauty, @RadiantlyGolden Contact Julian: [email protected] Contact Us: [email protected]