Outspoken Beauty

In this week's Minipod I chat through some of the beauty tech that I really love and also question a couple of purchases that perhaps have been a little less useful.
From a fabulous hairdryer to an at home laser hair removal devices to the ultimate hair waver, some of these products have truly revolutionised things for me. However, there is definitely some tech that you need to properly research and question before you commit to spending, as you'll hear.

In this episode, I tell a very surprised Bryony about the unexpected items you can buy from French vending machines.
We go on to talk about digging holes to Australia (and showing off more than I bargained for) as well as what happened when Bryony and her family went boating together.
Later on we focus in on our top 7 products of the fortnight including two sensational fragrances, a calming serum and the perfect affordable lip crayon,

In this, the last of my summer holiday Minipods I talk about my current beauty icons. In my opinion, if these products were restaurants they would have Michelin stars. They are products that stand out, are well made and are worth every penny.
I hope you have enjoyed my holiday minipods. Things will get back to normal on Wednesday when Bryony is back for another fabulous episode.
In the meantime, I'd love to hear about your favourite beauty products. DM me via Instagram @outspokenbeautynicola.

I'm still in France and wanted to do a minipod covering everything that is in my holiday makeup bag. (Tbh it's not that different to usual).
During the podcast I have a good old delve and talk you through my choices. There's lots to go through including three bases that all do very different jobs, the best lipstick ever and two mascaras that are perfection but at very different price points.
By the way, podcast business will resume as usual when from next week when I'm back from France xx

I've recorded this podcast from sunny France where I've been spending time perusing the French Pharmacies and being tempted by all sorts of goodies.
During the episode I tell you about the products that I swear by, have bought and explain why they're so good. I also tell you about a retinoid product that French women swear by and that is only available behind the counter.
Here's what I mention:

Klorane Dry Shampoo
Homeoplasmine
Nuxe Reve de Miel Lip Balm
Nuxe body oils/new floral perfume/Delicious Fragrant Water (Sun) and Prodigieux Shower Oil
Bioderma shower oil
Bioderma Miscellar Water
La Roche Posay Cicaplast Baume
A313 0.12% retinol esters
Caudelie Beauty Elixir

In this episode Bryony and I talk about the places where you really shouldn't put ice, we discuss my Aunty's massage technique and what she does when things go too far and we chat through our very best products of the fortnight including the perfect powder substitute that makes your skin look utterly fabulous.

As it's holiday time I'm putting out another Minipod today. This time I chat you through some of my very best hair products from cheap, cheerful and brilliant shampoo to an awesome hairspray that will keep your style in place all day to the do it all product that could save you lots of money.
Enjoy xx

In this week's Minipod I talk you through some of the beauty products that I'll be taking with me to France this year.
From amazing spfs to a gorgeous gradual tan to products to keep the oil and blemishes at bay, it's all here.
Hope this comes.in handy whatever your summer plans are.

In this episode I welcome TV presenter and journalist Andrea McLean. Andrea opens up about why she decided to give up a successful TV career and start her own business which has seen her launch an app called This Girl Is On Fire.
We chat about the app and why she wants to help women stop feeling stuck and start feeling excited about life again.
Andrea and I also chat all things beauty and she gives a fabulous recommendation for a light and glowy serum/base that I bought instantly after recording the episode.
I hope you enjoy getting to know Andrea and that her story inspires you if you're also looking to make a change in your life.