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Kianna Naomi is a 26‑year‑old internet personality and storyteller based in New York. You might know her from her global travel vlogs or her growing book archive (@notkiannasbookclub). “Beauty, to me, is expression. The most beautiful person is the one who isn’t afraid to show their ugly. I see the most beauty in the woman who dances, cries, and jumps around like no one is watching,” she says. Below, she gives Dazed her 2025 beauty recap, and shares her affirmations for 2026.

NAME A BEAUTY RITUAL YOU KEPT UP WITH in 2025

Kianna Naomi: Less is more. I can probably count on one hand the number of times I’ve worn a full face of makeup this year.

TELL US YOUR 2026 BEAUTY AFFIRMATIONS? 

Kianna Naomi: 

1. My beauty can be found in my honest self-expression. 

2. Surrounding myself with beautiful energy makes me more beautiful. 

3. You will never feel beautiful with an emotionally unavailable boyfriend. 

WHAT’S BEEN YOUR FAVOURITE SCENT THIS YEAR?

Kianna Naomi: I’m a big fan of Blooming Fire by Orebella; it travels with me everywhere I go. I've also been using Miutine by Miu Miu Beauty.

NAME ONE HOLY GRAIL PRODUCT YOU’RE TAKING INTO 2026

Kianna Naomi: NARS Pot Concealer for life.

WHICH BEAUTY TREND ARE YOU READY TO SAY GOODBYE TO IN 2025?

Kianna Naomi: I don’t think I know a single beauty trend. 

WHAT’S THE BEST BEAUTY ADVICE YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED?

Kianna Naomi: Speaking ill of yourself is ugly. The most beautiful thing you can do is to extend yourself self-love.