Outspoken Beauty

My fabulous guest in this episode is beauty journalist and editor Rosie Green. Rosie thought that she was happily married and life was good when out of the blue her husband left her, leaving her reeling and in shock. She has since gone on a journey which has of course been full of downs and some ups along the way. Rosie made the decision to share what had happened in the column she writes for Red Magazine and has helped guide countless women who are going through the same as she is.
In this episode we hear Rosie's story, always punctuated with her wicked sense of humour and Rosie shares how at her lowest moments, beauty helped her through and gave her a feeling of empowerment.

In this episode of My Beauty Habits, I'm joined by Skin Positivity Campaigner Lex Gillies. After uploading a photo of her rosacea to Instagram, Lex was shocked to be informed that it had been taken down because it was "undesirable". She shared her story with her followers, it went viral and to cut a long story short, she managed to get Instagram to change its policies on skin conditions.
During the episode we hear Lex's story, she gives advice for anyone suffering with sensitive skin or a lack of confidence and shares her beauty and wellbeing routines and the products that she adores.
This is a lovely, honest chat with a brilliant and brave woman who is changing the conversation about what defines beauty.

In this episode I'm joined by ex TOWIE star Amy Childs who tells me about her plastic surgery journey and the huge regrets she has about taking things too far. We talk honestly about the drawbacks of overnight fame and the too good to be true offers she received.
Later on I review a fantastic retinol, a cheap but excellent all over moisturiser and more.
Remember to join the FB Community Outspoken Beauty Podcast Chatter and you can find me on Instagram @OutspokenBeautyNicola.

In this episode I'm joined by entrepreneur extraordinaire Vanita Parti. Vanita is the founder of Blink Brow Bar London and is the woman who brought threading to the high street. During the episode Vanita tells us about how she came up with her idea and made it into a hugely successful business. We then chat through her beauty habits, many of which are based on Indian traditions that have been passed through the generations. She includes some beautiful face mask recipes that you can make at home!
Later on I catch up with Athena Laminos who heads up The Eve Appeal which is a charity that increases awareness of the five types of gynaelogical cancer. Athena tells us how we can get involved this month by taking part in their brilliant Get Lippy Campaign,
Remember to join our lovely private Facebook Group Outspoken Beauty Podcast Chatter where you'll find lots of likeminded beauty fans and if you want to get in touch the best way is to DM me via Insta @OutspokenBeautyNicola.

In this episode I'm joined by iconic makeup artist and Glow Up judge Dominic Skinner.
Dominic's story takes him from art student to almost fashion designer, to The Body Shop to MAC where his career went from strength to strength and now sees him being one of the most renowned makeup artists in the UK.
Dominic tells us about the ups and downs of life as a makeup artist, what it's like being a judge on Glow Up with Val Garland, the makeup and skincare products that he can't get enough of and so much more.
He's wonderfully humble and really funny and I warmed to him so much during the interview. You'll love getting to know Dominic and I think you'll leave the episode feeling that anything is possible and that you should never feel ashamed to be the person that you really are.

In this episode I'm joined by beauty journalist and editor extraordinaire Lucia Ferrari (she was Beauty Editor at Harpers Bazaar).
Lucia has so much knowledge and expertise and in this episode she talks about her top luxury products and their more affordable (but just as incredible) alternatives. We talk through every element of a skin routine and then cover some makeup favourites. At the end of the episode Lucia gives her top tips for getting a glow.
This is an episode brimming with fantastic recommendations from a woman who really knows her stuff. You'll love it xx

In this episode I'm joined by the wonderful Helen Addis. Helen, who is the Head of Features on The Lorraine Show and author of the amazing blog The Titty Gritty, found a lump in her breast in 2018 and a few weeks later was told that she had cancer and needed a mastectomy. Helen, who was planning a massive party for her 40th at the time, suddenly had to deal with a brand new reality.
This is Helen's story, all told with a brilliant sense of humour (she had me snorting with laughter) and such warmth. Helen, who is now cancer free is on a mission to get us to check our boobs but more than that, she wants to remind us that even though we are in the midst of a really scary virus, there is a another C out there and if you are worried about any symptoms you need to connect with your Dr as soon as you can.
This is an amazing episode full of great advice and I know you'll love getting to know Helen as much as I did.

In this episode of My Beauty Habits the wonderful Pamela Marshall joins me to talk through everything from her favourite (and very simple) skincare routine, the important part that candles play in her life, why she can't have baths and why sometimes the no frills products are the best. She also has some fab makeup recommendations.
Pam is one of my favourite people in the industry and it was such fun catching up with her about the products that she form a part of her life. Enjoy xx

In this episode the brilliant Esther Coren returns for a lockdown special. We chat about how we're surviving, what the kids are up to, what we do when we get a second alone, handling our worries, beauty and wellbeing and Esther gives some very handy advice.
As ever it's a total joy to chat to Esther and catch up on all the gossip xx

In this episode of "My Beauty Habits" I'm joined by documentary presenter, content creator and author Grace Victory.
Grace and I have a great chat about how therapy is changing her life, the things that she does each morning that set her up for the day ahead, beauty products that she adores, her hopes and ambitions and a really exciting project that she has just launched.
Grace is one of the most honest and open people that I have interviewed on the podcast and I instantly warmed to her. Enjoy xx