Outspoken Beauty

Latest Episodes:

Minipod - Collagen Banking, Amazing Lip Elixir and Pamela Anderson Jan 25, 2024

Show notes

In this week's Minipod I'm chatting about the Margaret Dabbs medi-pedi that I treated myself to and why I'm upping my footcare game.

I'm also talking about the debate around Pamela Anderson's upcoming skincare line, the most fabulous lip product, dodging laser beams at a Dermalogica event and the product that has made my skin silky soft and is effortless to use.

Bryony and Nicola - Dizzy Turtles, Things To Declare and The Cleanser That Does It All Jan 23, 2024

Show notes

Bryony's back from Mexico and in this episode she's telling us about her adventures, including the woman who sold her a very funny looking facemask and a rather unfortunate incident with a turtle.
We're also talking about Instagrammers on the beach, my trip to the gut clinic and why I'm a little bit worried that I'm not going to be allowed into Dubai.
Beauty wise there's a beautiful lipstick, a home builder gel kit and an awesome and affordable cleanser that we both love.

And Begin - The Personalised Skincare Brand Changing The Ageing Narrative and Making us Feel Ready for Anything! Jan 20, 2024

Show notes

This episode is in partnership with And Begin Skincare

In this episode we’re getting to know a brand new and very exciting skincare brand called And Begin. Last week I sat down and got to know their consultant dermatologist Dr Malvina Cunningham and the brand’s Chief Marketing Officer Sophie van Ettinger and it was a truly uplifting experience.

During the episode we cover the very important difference between menopause and midlife skincare and why it’s so important to be able to offer a personalised service when it comes to our skin’s needs.

We also talk about what our skin does and needs when we get to our 40’s and above, why people in this age group are more energised and relevant than ever and how And Begin are going to inspire this community even more and why it’s not about anti or pro ageing but it’s all about managing the age you’re actually at.

This is a fun, feisty and informative episode about a skincare brand that I believe will help a great many women in a number of ways.

Minipod - Life Catchup and Some Lovely Recommendations Jan 18, 2024

Show notes

In this week's minipod I'm tallking about my experience of Reformer Pilates and also go into detail about what I do to keep my mental health in check when I feel my anxiety starting to bubble up.
There are also some really lovely products to tell you about including a delicious and affordable lip mask, some great colour correcting under eye concealers, the mascara that let me down and the one that never does and I throw forward to Sunday's skincare episode.
xx

Liz Sergeant -How to Get Our Health and Hormones in Check as we Approach Perimenopause Jan 16, 2024

Show notes

In this truly enlightening episode I chat to Liz Sergeant who is a Registered Functional Nutritionist and Women's Health Specialist.
Liz and I chat about how we can make ourselves feel more balanced and get ourselves sorted as we approach perimenopause.
During the episode we cover:
Gut health and how to work out if ours is in good order
Blood tests and how they can reveal more than meets the eye
Why going on HRT too early isn't a good idea
How to understand our cycles
Empowering our daughters and making them feel positive about their periods
Nutrition
and so much more.
Show notes:
Here is the instagram post where Liz lists the functional lab ranges for blood tests:
https://www.instagram.com/p/Ct08LK0oRzw/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Liz woud also love to offer us access to her Women’s Health Assessments with a 20% discount.
These private 1-to-1 sessions and the personalised blueprint are designed for women looking for professional insight into what’s going on from a health & hormones perspective, followed by priority next steps and bespoke supplements.
You can find more information and sign up here: http://wellnourishedclub.com/wha using code BEAUTY20 at check out.
And if you'd like more practical information about harmonising your hormones, her fabulous free ‘Feel Good Foundations of Happy Hormones’ Guide is for you. You can download it here http://wellnourishedclub.com/happyhormones/.

Shavata Singh - The Brow Queen Jan 13, 2024

Show notes

In this episode I chat to the woman hailed "The Brow Queen" by the likes of Harper's Bazaar and Cosmopolitan, the wonderful Shavata Singh.
Brow bars are pretty commonplace these days but Shavata is the woman who first introduced them to the UK and with it revolutionised the beauty industry.
During the episode we chat about the chance meeting that propelled her from a talented beautician to the woman that everybody from editors to top celebrities wanted to see to get their brows done.
Shavata also tells me about the many things that having good brows can do for our faces, gives some great tips about brow shaping and also opens up about her story and how she has juggled building her business with being a single mum. (I love her attitude around mixing her career with motherhood).
Shavata is a lovely and incredibly talented woman and it was a real pleasure to get to know her here after briefly interviewing (and instantly loving) her at an awards ceremony. Enjoy this episode Outspoken Beauties xx

Minipod - The Right Bra, Scent to Make you Smile and Facing Your Fears Jan 11, 2024

Show notes

It's Minipod time and this week I'm thinking (and getting very scared about) an imminent flight that I have to get on.

I'm also talking about bras for big boobs, how to make gel manicures last longer, sorting out annoying itches and a new fragrance that is comforting yet will propel you into dreams of exotic holidays.

If you love the podcast come and join the Outspoken Beauty Trialling Panel where you get to try products and give honest reviews on the podcast. If you fancy it email me nicola@outspokenbeauty.co.uk

Charlene Flanagan and Niamh Ryan - The Fantastic Story of Ella and Jo Jan 09, 2024

Show notes

It is such a pleasure to welcome Charlene Flanagan and Niamh Ryan onto Outspoken Beauty.
I was at an awards event a couple of months ago and was introduced to Niamh. Within minutes I knew that I had to get her onto the podcast. She was so warm, inspiring and filled with SO much passion for what she does.
Niamh, an advanced skin therapist, cosmetic scientist and wellbeing advisor and Charlene, a makeup artist, influencer and social media expert joined forces in 2017 and launched a truly beautiful skincare brand called Ella and Jo. It has done incredibly well in Ireland and for good reason. The skincare is an utter pleasure to use and the messaging behind the brand is spot on - they really put women first and work to empower us and make us feel good.
During the episode we chat about how they came together and made their fabulous brand....the challenges, the highs, the lows.....juggling a skincare brand and large families.....the difference between running the brand now compared to during the pandemic and why it is now time for the rest of the world to fall in love with Ella and Jo.
This is such a great episode with two women who to my mind are doing so much right. In fact they sum up everything that is good about the beauty industry.

Minipod - If We're Buying It It Needs To Be Good! Jan 06, 2024

Show notes

I'm doing a shorter episode today as we're still away in Bath. Business resumes as usual next week.

During the podcast I chat about how unbelievably expensive things are at the moment and why if I'm spending my money I expect things to over deliver or at the very least do what they say they will. (There is something very wrong about brands that promise things that they then fail to deliver).

I also talk about how my slipped disc has opened my eyes to a whole new world, why I wish I could go back in time and tell some of my exes exactly what I think of them with my 43 year old attitude and I also tell you my honest thoughts about the No 7 tubing mascara that I bought the other day. (I had high expectations).

If you fancy a catch up about anything you've heard on the podcast you can message me on Insta @Outspokenbeautynicola. xx

Minipod - Some Interesting 2024 Beauty Trends and Sorting My Skin Jan 04, 2024

Show notes

In this week's minipod I'm doing a beauty focus. I start by chatting about some of the products that have helped sort my skin out after it became excessively oily and congested and highlight how a simple and minimal routine can sometimes be the best thing.

I also mention some interesting new products that have already been released this year and also chat through a couple of makeup colour trends for 2024 (one of which you need to be careful with as used wrongly it can end up making you look a tad ill).

Finally, I talk about the cheap and cheerful way to look after your cuticles and discuss a slightly pricier product will do wonders for your skin and save you money in the long run.

If you're enjoying the podcast remember to rate it on Apple Podcasts and if you fancy a chat you can find me @outspokenbeautynicola on Instagram xx

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected