By Lan Nguyen-Grealis
Inspired during lockdown to embrace community and education in the creative industry the world-renowned make-up artist and author of two bestselling Lan Nguyen-Grealis decided to launch the Power O
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With over thirty years’ experience working in the beauty sector – no one quite understands the industry like Millie Kendall MBE. From sales assistant to brand owner, junior to CEO, Millie has seen it all. When she founded the British Beauty Council in 2018, which aimed to represent the voices, opinions and needs of the industry, she has no idea just how important it would become during the pandemic. Today she reveals how her tenacity and passion has taken her to number 10 and how she already has the next fight on her hands…
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Millie Kendall
CEO of the British Beauty Council, retail maven and brand creator, Millie Kendall has been instrumental in the success of cult brands including Shu Uemura, Aveda, Tweezerman, L’Occitane and Ruby & Millie. Having worked with the UK’s leading retailers, Millie has been creating and marketing beauty brands for the past 30 year's. Millie was awarded an MBE in 2007 for her services to the cosmetic industry, and an OBE in 2022 for services to the hair and beauty industry.
In 1990, Millie met Ruby Hammer and launched Ruby & Millie in 1998. This was the first mid priced make-up brand to cut across existing price and brand perception barriers, launching first in Harvey Nichols then Selfridges and simultaneously going on to retail successfully in Boots. Today, this remains a modern retail growth strategy but for the 90’s it was a completely unique concept.
Millie has also collaborated with beauty journalists and Vogue beauty editor Anna-Marie Solowj to launch concepts like BeautyMART. A ground breaking approach to beauty retail that was born from the realisation that retail methods hadn’t changed in decades, despite consumers shopping very differently with increasing globalisation and the advent of online, BeautyMART became a disruptive and ground-breaking approach to beauty retail - the first beauty boutique in store and online, curated by an editor, featuring a mix of multi priced, globally- sourced products that offered a more democratic choice for the customer. BeautyMART paved the way for this new retail approach now emulated across the globe.
In 2015 alongside Solowij, Millie Kendall launched the PR company Brandstand Communications bringing in partner Andrew Perera, former VP of communications for M.A.C. and PZ Cussons, a couple of years later to run the business. The PR business offers a selective array of services – from business planning and strategy to retail launch, PR and marketing.
Then in 2018 Millie Kendall, Anna-Marie Solowij and Kate Shapland (former Telegraph beauty director) founded the British Beauty Council, a non-profit organisation that aims to support a successful, innovative, and inclusive British beauty industry.
“THE BRITISH BEAUTY COUNCIL REPRESENTS THE VOICES, OPINIONS AND NEEDS OF THE BRITISH BEAUTY INDUSTRY”
The British Beauty Council was founded to represent the voices, opinions and needs of the British beauty industry – from hairdressing to cosmetics, cosmetic surgery, therapy and spa; in education and training; and from formulation to manufacture, supply, logistics packaging, design, retail and media.
"We are a not-for-profit, inclusive organisation that works to engage politicians and business leaders about the value of British beauty to the national economy, and its key role in the UK’s creative and cultural character. Our ambition is to ensure that the beauty industry is recognised and valued at all levels of government, throughout the wider economy and by consumers."
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ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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Leading London-based photographer Jack Eames has worked with some of the leading brands, celebrities and magazine in the world, yet it’s been working on the Haircuts For Homeless project that has had the greatest impact on his life and his approach to photography
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Jack Eames
One of the UK’s prominent hair and beauty photographers and video directors, the foundations of Jack Eames’ approach to visual imagery is rooted in the understanding that connection and vibrancy must inform every piece of work.
Jack’s background in photojournalism provides his photography a sense of intimacy and understanding. Similarly, his video work always looks for original methods of building a visual narrative to tell a unique story.
Based in Shoreditch at White Rabbit Studios, in the heart of London’s creative quarter, Jack works both in the UK and internationally, across editorial and commercial projects. He prides himself on building long lasting authentic relationships with his clients and has a reputation for excellence, attention to detail and innovation.
Over his 16-year career Jack has built up a vast portfolio of commercial and personal work, with highlights including shooting the cover of AoP Magazine, guest lecturing aspiring photographers at Central Saint Martins and working on his original photo documentary project with UK charity, Haircuts 4 Homeless, who provide respite and practical care for the vulnerable.
Jack’s work is always focused on accentuating the storytelling elements of a subject and capturing a quality of ‘energetic stillness.’
Jack works with a talented team of trusted experts, from assistants to retouchers, with whom he has a close professional relationship and a vibrant, creative synergy which leads to imagery and video that is dynamic, fresh and meaningful.
To date his work has been published in Vogue, LOVE Magazine and Hunger among many others.
Clients include Balmain, Babyliss Pro, Coca Cola, L’Oreal, Liberty of London, Tangle Teezer, Toni & Guy, GHD, Schwarzkopf, Saatchi & Saatchi, Tresemme, Vogue and Wella.
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ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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As an assistant to one of the world’s leading – and most famous make-up artists – Pat McGrath, Cathyanne has worked with the very best in industry. Grateful for all the opportunities she has been given, she discusses how she now wants to use her years of knowledge to educate, promote and teach valuable skills to up and coming makeup artists.
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ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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After a successful career as a beauty editor at a Sunday Supplement, Lauren was often found shooting editorial all over the world, interviewing celebrities and working with top industry professionals. On this episode Lauren looks back at her career and discusses the importance of building relationships as well as the stark contrast between a professional and personal life.
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Former beauty editor Lauren Ezekiel’s understanding of the UK beauty market is second to none. With over a decade of experience, writing one of the most eagerly-awaited columns in the UK’s most read magazine, Lauren gained popularity with brands and retailers vying for this all-important nod of approval. From writing long investigative features to interviewing celebrities, she spearheaded all the beauty content in the magazine, regularly directing and producing photoshoots in the UK and abroad.
Lauren's role enabled her to gain experience working on commercial campaigns for the likes of Rimmel London, Maybelline, Braun, Kiehl's Since 1851, St Tropez, Olay, Herbal Essence, Max Factor, Redken, L’Oréal Professionnel, Clairol, OPI, Aussie and Superdrug.
Aside from her role at the magazine, Lauren has consulted for a number of leading beauty brands including Fake Bake, Batiste, Maybelline, Superdrug, Floral Street, Let’s Sanitise, Haze and Le Jeune Skin. As part of her consultation, she has provided brand and product development, copywriting, PR material, and visual direction.
During the first lockdown, Lauren decided to use her time and contacts to show NHS and care workers we were grateful for them, we appreciated them, and we saw them. With her eye for strategy and hardworking ethos, she turned her appeal We C U 2020 into a nationwide success. Managing to secure over 350,000 products from nearly 100 different brands and retailers. These products were then distributed to over 400 hospitals throughout the UK. She inspired a team of 120 volunteers from a hub in London and Manchester to create in excess of 40,000 goody bags. The appeal also donated tens of thousands of essential toiletries to food banks and homeless shelters, as well as over 6000 bottles of hand soap to schools. The appeal was recognised by the Prime Minister (Point of Light award, June 2020) The Telegraph, Independent, Metro, British Citizens Awards, The Sun and Sunday Times Style.
ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanslondon
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Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lanmakeup
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCInE8JY51_y22wqoXEuNs0w
As one of the leading powerful voices behind sustainable beauty and products with purpose, Sara has helped to transform the industry using her position at The Body Shop, Unilever and other notable brands to really make a difference. During this episode, Sara chats with Lan about how makeup has helped her deliver some of the key messages throughout her career.
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Sara is an Innovator, Creator of Brands with Purpose and Positive Change Maker. She has worked with multiple world leading brands and organisations including Unilever, The Body Shop, De Beers - Forevermark, Reckitt, IKEA and Danone to create, develop & execute their purpose. She is also The Global Chief Purpose & Sustainability Advisor to Marie Claire which reaches 91 million women & girls, Host of The Start Somewhere podcast series, Advisory Board Member of The World Humanitarian Forum, LinkedIn Sustainability Influencer, Fashion Avenger and sits on The Sustainable Beauty Coalition Steering Committee.
ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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After applying for BBC1’s Glow Up series one on a whim and reaching the top three, Leigh Easthope has overcome his colour blindness to achieve his makeup artistry dreams. On this episode Leigh chats about how he has learnt to adapt and use his colour deficiency to his advantage and inspire others.
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Self-taught makeup artist Leigh Easthope made it to the final three of BBC’s new show Glow Up: Britain’s Next Makeup Star showing many of his talents throughout the series including working with the Kinky Boots West End cast. Having a full-time job away from makeup, since Glow Up aired, Leigh has made appearances at events, hosted masterclasses and works as a freelance makeup artist.
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ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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Celebrity stylist Charlene Campbell has over 20 years’ experience in the fashion industry - working her way from the cupboard to designing and founding her own clothing line. Using her knowledge and insight she has been able to produce a range of ethical, timeless pieces that celebrities love. Today she tells us how she has balanced her career and family life to find success.
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ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanslondon
Twitter - https://twitter.com/lanslondon
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lanmakeup
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCInE8JY51_y22wqoXEuNs0w
As a trailblazer for cruelty-free, vegan products celebrity make-up artist Justine Jenkins has been one of the major forces in raising awareness in the cosmetics industry. This passion led to her writing Sustainable Beauty in December 2021 and today she discusses how if you speak your truth and show passion you can have an impact – and find success.
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Justine Jenkins is a highly-acclaimed makeup artist with over 20 years’ experience working with British and international celebrities. She is also a leading sustainable and ethical cruelty-free cosmetic pioneer and ambassador: for the last 10 years has been committed to raising awareness to animal cruelty in the cosmetic industry, working alongside a number of charities including PETA and Humane Society International. Cruelty-free, vegan, organic and sustainable beauty is her speciality. Her clients include Keeley Hawes, Vicky McClure, Emily Beecham, Anya Chalotra, Rose Leslie, Suranne Jones and Fearne Cotton. Her work has been featured in Stylist, The Times Magazine, Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Wonderland and Red magazine to name a few. Her first book Sustainable beauty was released in December 2021. Follow Justine on Instagram @justinejenkins and her upcoming blog Justainable Beauty
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ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanslondon
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Journalist, Editor and Marketing Lecturer Hannah Kane reveals how magazines have had to adapt to post-covid times, the secrets every brand NEEDS to know and how she uses her passion for horses to switch off.
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Hannah Kane is the founder and editor of style, culture and philosophy magazine brand PHOENIX. She holds a fractional post as Lecturer in Marketing: Digital Marketing at the London College of Fashion teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and outside of academia consults on marketing and branding projects through her agency Hack Media. With her background as a journalist and she specialises in marketing communications, public relations, social media, and brand storytelling. Kane is a regular speaker at industry conferences and events and is currently writing a non-fiction book on style, due for publication 2023/2024.
ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanslondon
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With a career spanning nearly three decades, Caroline Barnes is a well-respected make-up artist who has navigated her career through multiple industry changes, motherhood, the new era of social media and a pandemic to remain one of the leading voices. Today she discusses with Lan how having integrity is one of the key elements to longevity and her top tips for starting out as a makeup artist.
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Renowned for her fresh and understated approach to beauty, Caroline uses makeup and skincare as a catalyst for positivity and is known for confidence boosting through beauty.
Caroline’s approach to beauty has positioned her as a trustworthy and authoritative voice in cosmetics and skincare content. During the COVID 19 pandemic, Caroline launched the NHS Morale Boost Campaign to ‘give back’ to NHS frontline workers, offering free 30 minute, one to one virtual beauty consultations.
Caroline enlisted over 100 industry experts, including Makeup artists, Beauty Journalists, Influencers and Facialists. In 10 days, together they completed over 1000 personal consultations.
Caroline Barnes Instagram - https://instagram.com/carolinebarnesmakeup
ABOUT THE HOST
Born in Ireland from a Vietnamese origin Lan has become an established name in the fashion and beauty industry. Lan comes from an art background having studied fashion at Central Saint Martins. Self taught in make-up she pursued her career to heading and designing key shows and is a regular name at London Fashion Week. Lan has contributed to various editorials including Vogue Russia, Vanity Fair, Elle (UK), Glamour, Grazia, Stylist and Stella. Lan is a published author, a regular speaker and teacher.
Known for her creative flair and natural use of colours and textures combined with flawless skin, Lan is always collaborating on creative projects.
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lanslondon
Twitter - https://twitter.com/lanslondon
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lanmakeup
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCInE8JY51_y22wqoXEuNs0w
The podcast currently has 25 episodes available.