outspoken-beauty-podcast

In this episode I chat to the brilliant Sarah Brown who is the founder of Pai Skincare.
Sarah talks about the persistent struggles with her own skin that eventually led her to create what is now seen as one of THE go to brands for sensitive skin.
During the episode Sarah not only shares her story but gives great and practical advice for anyone who has ever struggled with their skin.
Later in the episode I review a few of the products that I'm loving at the moment.
If you want to get involved with the podcast and join our brillliant FB community just search for The Outspoken. You can also follow me @OutspokenBeautyNicola on Insta and email me nicola@outspokenbeauty.co.uk.

In this episode of #MyBeautyHabits I get to know makeup artist extraordinaire and Pat McGrath Labs UK Education and Artistry Manager, Adeola Gboyega.
Adeola tells me the story of how with pure determination and grit she progressed from working at Boots to eventually taking on her dream role at Pat McGrath Labs.
We also get to know her via the beauty products that she adores. Adeolya's recommendations are fabulous and are all wrapped up in a passion for the beauty industry that is utterly infectious.
If you don't already follow her on Insta I really recommend it...she gives incredible makeup and skincare advice and is all about the glow and you know how much I love that!! Find her @adeolyaboyega xx

In this episode I'm joined by Theresa Edward, the wonderful founder of skin/body brand Skin Alchemists.
Theresa has the most wonderful story that begins on the Island of St Lucia where her Aunty was one of three herbalists who saw to the medical needs of many of the islanders. Theresa watched and learnt and became passionate about the wonderful ingredients that the island provided.
Years down the line and suffering from stress and the effects of living in London, Theresa returned to the island and within weeks was feeling so much better. From that moment she started to formulate the idea for her brand which would contain lots of botanical ingredients from farms on St Lucia and would include many of the experiences and learnings from the island.
Skin Alchemists was born!
I can't wait for you to get to know Theresa and this beautiful brand. Enjoy xx

In this episode I get to know food writer and entrepreneur Deliciously Ella.
We chat about her new book "Simple Pleasures" and what has been an utterly crazy year getting it written whilst juggling a baby, a pregnancy and her business.
Ella and I chat about her work, her life and of course her beauty habits. Ella loves natural skincare and recommends some beautiful, small brands, some of which are founded by her friends.
I loved getting to know Ella through her beauty choices and know you will too xx

In this episode of #MyBeautyHabits I'm joined by broadcaster, entrepreneur and avid runner Jenni Falconer.
Jenni and I reminisce about our radio days together and about all of the beauty product recommendations we used to share with each other. We chat through some of her favourite skincare and makeup products, her love of exercise and in particular what running means to her and a fantastic new collagen supplement that she has launched.
It was lovely to catch up with Jenni and I hope you enjoy getting to know her.

Welcome to Episode 1 of #TheOutspoken. This is a new fortnightly podcast that gives your voice a platform to be heard and where the overall aim is to build a community of outspoken changemakers.

In this episode we talk about founder of Blink Brow Bar, Vanita Parti's frustration at not being able to offer brow treatments (even though men are allowed beard trims), Sophie Joanna kicks off a conversation about the issues surrouding pubic hair and we discover a new beauty brand with a lovely story.

If you want to get involved with The Outspoken to share your story or views, ask questions or introduce your brand or business venture then there are a number of ways:

1. Label your Instagram posts #TheOutspoken
2. DM me via Insta @OutspokenBeautyNicola
3. Join our private Facebook Community The Outspoken
4. Email me nicola@outspokenbeauty.co.uk

Can't wait to hear from you xx

In this episode I'm joined by the renowned American dermatologist Dr Ava Shamban.
Ava has such a wonderful, sensible approach to skin, health and life in general and in this episode she share some brilliant tips as well as her beautiful sense of humour.
I loved chatting to Ava and found myself feeling very uplifted after our chat. Enjoy :) xx

In this episode of #MyBeautyHabits I'm joined by the brilliant cook, writer and broadcaster Rachel Khoo.

In 2006, Rachel, who loves an adventure, gave up a job in PR, moved to Paris (with no knowledge of French) and did a patisserie course at Le Cordon Bleu. Fast forward a few years and she had forged an incredibly exciting career with her own cookery show called The Little Paris Kitchen, and a number of published books.

Fast forward to now and Rachel is living in Sweden and has just made a new series from her Mum-in-law's kitchen whilst in lockdown. (I honestly don't know how she did it!). In this episode we talk about her career, the challenges of making her own TV show from home and of course all about her beauty habits. Rachel is a lipstick lover and is fascinated with skincare. There are loads of fab recommendations :0)

-Rachel's new series Simple Pleasures is at 9pm and 9:30pm on Thursdays on Food Network and dplay.

-You can download her charity e-cookbook which has all the recipes from the series at :
https://www.rachelkhoo.com/product/simple-pleasures-book. It costs £5 and all proceeds are going to the Film and TV Charity UK.

Here are some of the products that Rachel mentions during the episode:

Beauty Products:

Lush Jade roller cleanser bar
Lush Like a virgin cold cream cleanser bar
Katesomervilleskincare goat milk cleanser
Pixi beauty Glow tonic
Maria Akerberg Neroli freshener
The ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5
The ordinary 100% L-Absorbic Acid Powder
De mamiel Exhale daily hydrating nectar SPF30
Eucerin Antiredness Concealing day cream SPF25
Dr Dennis Gross Faceware LED mask -
Bolt beauty vitamin A

Hair Products:

Lush Seanik shampoo bar

Make up

Kjaer Weis
Cream Blush flush and glow
Bask compact bronzer
KW red lipstick
Volumising mascara
Body shop Liquid eyeliner dark brown
Suqqu Nude wear liquid foundation

In this episode I'm joined by one of the first artists in the world to show their gender fluidity...the super talented Courtney Act.
Courtney, who was one of the stars of Season 6 of RuPaul's Drag Race, is not only a spectacular performer but is incredibly eloquent and passionate and we have a wonderfully honest chat about her childhood, gender fluidity, identity and of course beauty and what it means to both Courtney and Shane.
I loved getting to know Courtney so intimately and can't wait for you to do the same.
Courtney's show Fluid is coming to the UK in Spring 2021. You can buy tickets here http://courtneyact.com/fluid/

I'm taking a week off #MyBeautyHabits to have an in depth conversation with Dr Sam about her new Flawless Brightly Serum. So many of you have been in touch with questions about how to use the serum and what the ingredients will do for you and Dr Sam has all the answers. As you know, I'm a huge fan of Sam's and I have been incredibly impressed with this serum so thought it would be interesting to have Sam on to demystify it for us.
Later on I review a fabulous mascara, some incredible neon eyeliners, my new favourite moisturiser and a sumptuous eye cream.
Remember you can always get in touch with me by Doing via my Instagram @OutspokenBeautyNicola and do join the private Facebook Community which is now called The Outspoken.

Brands mentioned:
Dr Sam Bunting
Willowberry
Barry M Cosmetics
Silly George
Exuviance

Get ready for an episode that will uplift, inspire and energise you. My guest is the force of nature that it Ateh Jewel.
Ateh, who has been challenging racism and prejudice throughout her 20 year career as a beauty journalist, producer and entrepreneur, talks about what it feels like to live with racism in your everyday life and how it has affected so many aspects of her career. She is using her voice right now as she always has done, to help instigate change.
We also talk about being a mother, having a true and uninhibited passion for beauty and wellbeing. (The way that Ateh describes this love is almost poetic) and Ateh's business and mission to create foundation that makes women of colour glow rather than dampening down and mattifying their skin like to many current formulations do.
Ateh is funny, ambitious, intelligent and is using her voice to make change. She's the perfect Outspoken Beauty guest and you're going to love her xx

In this episode I'm joined again by the brilliant beauty editor/journalist Lucia Ferrari who talks us through her top edit of radiance boosting beauty products including skincare and makeup.
Later on we talk through some of the beauty treatments that Lucia has mastered in lockdown and that she will continue to do by herself from now on. (I particularly love the hair removal cream that smells of roses!)
Lucia is so knowledgable and doesn't take her recommendations lightly (I know she thoroughly tests and researches everything). I love catching up with her and hearing about the products that genuinely excite her!

In this episode I'm joined by entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Dame Tampons, Celia Pool.
Celia launched the world's first reusable tampon applicator and in doing so reduced the huge amount of plastic pollution caused by our usual sanitary options.
Celia and I don't just talk about the environmental impact of our tampons but we discuss everything from period poverty and shaming to the lack of legislation in the making of sanitary products and how this can potentially affect our health. It's a fascinating chat that may just change your views about periods and how we deal with them.
Later on I talk about a truly brilliant hair product and some great sunscreens for oily and sensitive skin.
Enjoy xx

In this, one of my all time favourite episodes, I'm joined by the brilliant author Marian Keyes. Marian and I have a wonderful chat about her passion for all things beauty which is a hobby that gives her a great deal of joy.
Amongst the excellent product recommendations and brilliant anecdotes, Marian chats through her attitude to ageing and how she will never subscribe to society's rules about how a woman over a certain age should look.
Marian is a total breath of fresh air...a funny, intelligent, inspiring woman who writes the best books ever. (Her latest one is called Grownups and is sensational).
Enjoy the episode! xx

In this episode I'm joined by artist, illustrator and social activist Florence Given. Florence was voted Cosmopolitan's Influencer of the Year 2019 and is renowned for being outspoken and brilliantly honest about topics ranging from sexual politics, sexuality and the importance of loving yourself.
In this episode we take her new book "Women Don't Owe You Pretty" as a starting point for a discussion about the role that beauty plays in a woman's life. Do we wear makeup because it is an expectation that has been set by the patriachy? What exactly is beauty? How much power do we actually have to look how we truly want to?
Florence challenges social expectations of beauty and definitely made me revaluate a few things. This is a fascinating episode with a woman who isn't afraid to be truly outspoken.

In this episode of My Beauty Habits I'm joined by the utterly lovely Kirsty Gallacher.
Kirsty has been through a lot over the past few years but is in a much better and stronger place now. She chats honestly about how her life has moved on, what it's been like in lockdown with her two boys and how they've been keeping busy.
Kirsty also shares the beauty products and treatments that she loves and the reasons why exercise plays such an important role in her life.
I loved Kirsty's authenticity and honesty and know you'll love getting to know the real her.

If you've ever been confused about your retinoids then this is definitely the episode for you.
I'm joined by Medik8's Director of Research Daniel Isaacs who is here to answer all of your questions.
I wanted to speak to Dan as Medik8 have very much led the way in researching and coming up with exciting new retinoid formulations. This episode is by no means just about the Medik8 brand though and is a great guide for everyone whether you're about to start your retinol journey or you're looking to take it to the next level.
Dan talks me through the many types of retinoids available, what's so good about them, how and when to use them in your routine and so much more. He also answers the many questions that you've been asking me via my Instagram @OutspokenBeautyNicola.
At the end of the episode I talk you through my top retinoid products. I promised I would also list them in the show notes, so here you go :0) Enjoy the episode!

- Medik8 R Retinoate Intense
- Medik8 R Retinoate Youth Activating Cream
- Paula's Choice Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment
- Dr Sam Bunting Flawless Nightly Serum
-La Roche Posay R Redermic 0.3% Retinol
- Inkey List Retinol Serum
- The Ordinary 1% Retinol
- The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid Emulsion

My guest this week is the wonderfully outspoken writer and speaker Toni Tone. Toni tells me how a positive comment about chubby cheeks was the start of a career that sees her empower and give brilliant advice and inspiration to thousands upon thousands of women.
In this episode we chat about Toni's career and journey and the daily beauty and wellbeing habits that make her feel great.

In this special episode in partnership with Max Factor, I'm joined by makeup artist legend and Max Factor's Creative Director Wendy Rowe. Wendy is one of the world's leading makeup artists and during this episode she shares the story of how with hard work and a can do attitude she made it to the top. Wendy also shares some amazing makeup and industry tips and we discuss some of the brilliant products that she has been creating with Max Factor and how they came about.
This is a fabulous episode featuring a true industry great.

In this episode of My Beauty Habits I'm joined by Jo Tutchener Sharp.
Jo tells me about how her life changed when they discovered that she had a lump on her brain and how the whole experience led her to launch her brilliant brand Scamp and Dude.
As well as hearing Jo's incredible story, Jo also shares her beauty habits. Before Scamp and Dude she was the founder of Beauty Seen PR and beauty has always been in her DNA. She loves her products and has some excellent recommendations.
xx