Outspoken Beauty

Latest Episodes:

Bryony and Nicola - When Spanx Go Wrong, The Fluorescent Suit and Beauty Recommendations May 24, 2022

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Bryony Blake is back and in this episode we're talking about Bryony's unfortunate Spanx related incident in a train loo, Nicola's similar experience in a car and we have a good old giggle about Bryony's outfit choice for the Jasmine Awards which saw her standing out just a little bit too much.
We do of course get to chatting about beauty and as ever have 6 fabulous recommendations for you.

Lorraine Dallmeier - How To Formulate Your Own Beauty Products and Start Your Own Brand May 21, 2022

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In this episode I chat to Lorraine Dallmeier , Biologist, Chartered Environmentalist and the CEO of Formula Botanica, the award-winning online organic cosmetic science school.
Lorraine turned the business around and it now attracts thousands of students from around the world.
During the episode Lorraine and I talk about the history of formulation and how some of the biggest brands were started by people who were mixing up products in their own kitchens.
Lorraine also explains how anyone can be a formulator and start a beauty brand as long as they have the passion and drive. She also tells me about some of the huge success stories to come out of Formula Botanica.
If you're looking for a career change and beauty is beckoning then this episode may be just what you need to hear.

Minipod - The Perfect Spring Lipstick, A Fabulous Hat and Hormonal Skincare May 19, 2022

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In this week's minipod I briefly chat about the annoyance of having to get one's body "summer ready".

Next I chat through an amazing lipstick that I discovered in MAC, a stunning shower oil and my favourite new hat.

Then it's time to welcome back Sam Freedman from Curate Beauty. She's here to tell us about her Indy brand of the week.

Enjoy!

Products mentioned:

Karen Mabon Leopards Can't Change Their Spots Sunhat

MAC Powder Kiss Lipstick In Sheer Outrage

Bloom and Blossom Shower Oil

Fewe Skincare

Torrey DeVitto - My Beauty Habits May 17, 2022

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In this episode of My Beauty Habits I start with my first impressions of Sali Hughes' Revolution Skincare range.
After that it's time to welcome my guest, American actress, musician and activist Torrey DeVitto.
Torrey and I have a great chat about her career, her love of animals (and how that influences her beauty and fashion choices), the products that she swears by (including a very special Le Labo Fragrance) and her brilliant views on ageing.
I had a great time getting to know Torrey and I can't wait for you to hear this episode.

Let's Get Lippy! May 14, 2022

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*This episode is in support of the amazing Eve Appeal, a charity whose mission it is to raise money for research about, raise awareness of and support people with the five different types of gynaecological cancer.*
In this episode I'm joined by comedian extraordinaire Karen Hobbs and the brilliant GP Dr Aziza Sesay who are both ambassadors for one of my favourite charities, The Eve Appeal.
Karen was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2014 and has since gone on to help launch The Eve Appeal's nurse run helpline "Ask Eve" and incorporated her experience of cancer into her stand-up work.
Dr Sesay is on a mission to help educate us about our health and in particular raises awareness of the 5 different types of gynaecological cancer.
During the episode Karen shares her story, we chat about gynaecological cancer and how to recognise if something isn't right and we generally have a good chin wag about female health and how to seek help when we need it. It is our hope that this episode will entertain you, empower you and might even save someone's life.
Thanks so much to The Eve Appeal for providing these two incredible guests and for all the brilliant work that you do.
You can support The Eve Appeal by taking part in Get Lippy Month and buying products from the beauty brands who are supporting them by giving a percentage of takings straight to the charity. (You can find all the details and other ways to support them at https://eveappeal.org.uk. )
If you have any concerns about your gynaecological health you can call Ask Eve on 08088020019 - the nurses are AMAZING.
Oh and remember that the 5 different types of gynaecological cancer are womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval and vaginal.

Minipod - Crystals, The Smell of Summer and Sensual Candles May 12, 2022

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In this week's Minipod I discuss my new, utterly delicious daily breakfast and how I make it.
I also chat about the most uplifting room spray, a sensual candle, an affordable fragrance that perfectly captures the spirit of summer and I turn to my Indy brand expert Sam Freedman who this week recommends a stunning crystal skincare brand.
Here's what I mention:
Nutribullet 600 Series Starter Kit
Antonia Burrell And Breathe Spray
Floral Street Midnight Tulip Candle
Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraiche
Sam's Indy brand of the week : Palm of Feronia

Bryony and Nicola - White Dresses, The Annoying Itch and Our Beauty Edits May 10, 2022

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Bryony is back and she's going to a big awards ceremony. This leads to discussions about what she should and most definitely shouldn't wear. We also talk dog-sitting, my home medal ceremony, annoying itches, when lube goes wrong and of course we chat all things beauty with some excellent recommendations in store for you.

Victoria Woodhall - Editor Life, The Incredible Benefits of Yoga and Tongue Scraping May 07, 2022

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It is such a pleasure to finally get Victoria Woodhall on Outspoken Beauty. Victoria is a journalist and editor extraordinaire (she is the editor of Get The Gloss), an incredible yoga teacher (she teaches Trinny Woodall amongst many others) and one of the loveliest people in the industry.

During the episode we talk about Victoria's career, the benefits of yoga and how it has changed her life and the beauty and wellbeing products that she swears by including a £4 Ayuverdic tongue scraper amongst lots of other things.

This is a great episode with a woman who I both respect and adore. Enjoy :0)

Minipod - The Affordable Mascara of Dreams, Powerful Skincare and Hairy Moments May 05, 2022

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In this week's Minipod I tell you all about my favourite mascara of the moment (it's got me very excited because the quality and price are so incredible), powerful personalised skincare, yummy perfume and I even delve into a couple of the books that I'm enjoying at the moment. Oh and I reveal all about my out of control moustache. Enjoy xx

Dr Sophie Shotter - My Beauty Habits May 03, 2022

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In this episode of My Beauty Habits (which you are going to LOVE), I'm joined by aesthetic doctor extraordinaire Sophie Shotter. Sophie has been my guest before but this time she's here to tell us all about her beauty habits.

Sophie chats about her skincare routine (which is jam-packed with excellent products), the makeup she loves, why a good sleep routine is incredibly important to her and we also touch upon fragrance and the things that make her feel amazing.

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

Why we sleep book

Olverum or Votary pillow mist

Sensate

Muse

Oto and Apothem CBD

Neostrata Restore cleanser, Skinceuticals simply clean cleanser, Delo Rx cleanser

Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Water

NS Tri Therapy Lifting Serum

SBS AlphaRet & EyeMax

Meder Circa Night Cream

SBS Alto Defense Serum