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,
Aug 30, 2022•44 min
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....
Aug 27, 2022•11 min
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...
Aug 24, 2022•11 min
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/Delicio...
Aug 20, 2022•9 min
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.
Aug 16, 2022•43 min
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
Aug 13, 2022•10 min
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.
Aug 11, 2022•10 min
I am so happy to have the amazing Pamela Marshall back on the podcast. During the episode we bust a few skincare myths, Pam gives her second to none skincare advice and we discuss the merits of keeping things simple. We also get all excited about her genius PHA Serum which she has recently launched and which has been the hugest labour of love. It's SO good to have Pam back on the pod and for those of you who have been missing our weekly lives, we're planning on bringing them back so watch this s...
Aug 09, 2022•45 min
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...
Aug 06, 2022•46 min
In this week's minipod I go through my list of perfect summer scents. These are the ones that smell of sunscreen, beaches and hot skin. Also, I've had a lot of questions about skincare routines recently so I go through my recommendations and the order of products that I think we should use. Here are the fragrances I mention: Nivea Sun Fugazzi In Love With The Cocos To The Fairest Cecile Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Fraiche Sana Jardin Berber Blonde Creed Virgin Island Water...
Aug 04, 2022•12 min
Bryony Blake is back and this week she's talking about some of the weird and wonderful people that she has had in her makeup chair. I on the other hand talk about one of the strangest and most unexpected interviews that I ever did (it involved interviewing a woman who was playing her best friend's vulva at the theatre). We have some brilliant beauty recommendations for you including an utterly uplifting summer fragrance, fantastic makeup and the most exciting new skincare product in town (accord...
Aug 02, 2022•41 min
We're taking a little break from beauty this week to talk all things relationships, sex and pleasure with one of the UK's top experts in the field, the brilliant Annabelle Knight. From dating tips after divorce to how to increase our confidence and ask for exactly what we want to how to express our sexual indentity, this is the episode for you whether you're looking for love/need to spice things up or just want to hear an honest and open conversation about owning our sexuality. This was such fun...
Jul 30, 2022•42 min
*Outspoken Mental Health is supported and sponsored by Dermalogica* In this the final episode of this mini-series of Outspoken Mental Health I'm joined by hair mogul Lee Stafford and Dermalogica's Education Manager Candice Gardner to talk about how the beauty service industry can help with our mental health. We talk about the scientifically proven power of touch, the positive role that hairdressers/beauticians and aestheticians can play in our lives and why sometimes we need to just have a momen...
Jul 28, 2022•25 min
In this episode I get to know Amy Christiansen Si-Ahmed, the incredible founder of the first socially conscious luxury fragrance brand, Sana Jardin. Amy and I chat about how she made her dream a reality and how the stars aligned to enable her to create a brand that not only supports the women who harvest her ingredients, but has become one of the best and most respected fragrance brands on the market. Amy's story is enchanting, as is she and is once again an example of how it's possible to have ...
Jul 26, 2022•40 min
In this episode I get to know Lily Earle, the daughter of Liz Earle MBE. Lily and I talk about how Liz built up her business and what it was like being a child amongst all the excitement and hard work as the Liz Earle brand was built up. Lily and I also talk about what it's like living with chronic migraine and how it has impacted her life and career. We talk about the things that help her and how it feels going from feeling in peak health to having an invisible disability. I love Lily's honesty...
Jul 23, 2022•33 min
In this week's minipod I go through some of the products that I am super impressed with at the moment. There's a beautifully glowy serum/foundation/illuminator hybrid, a very special fragrance from D.S. and Durga and a foot cream that does so much more than soften your feet. I also chat through my updated skincare routine. Enjoy xx
Jul 21, 2022•10 min
Bryony Blake is back for another episode and this week we're talking about the heatwave and why Bryony has decided to embrace it. I talk about an unexpected encounter with my friend's nipple and we also chat about our favourite beauty products of the fortnight, including the lipstick love child of a strawberry and a raspberry and a face product that is guaranteed to make you glow like you've never glowed before.
Jul 19, 2022•38 min
In this episode I chat to consultant dermatologist Dr Natalia Spierings. Natalia, who is the author of "Skintelligent - What You Really Need To Know To Get Great Skin", has many opinions about what we should and shouldn't be using on our skin. She is also a believer that we don't need half of the products that we purchase and that we have been somewhat misled by the beauty industry. Natalia's views are quite extreme but are also well researched and fascinating and I think you'll find this a real...
Jul 16, 2022•35 min
*Outspoken Mental Health is sponsored and supported by Dermalogica* In this, the penultimate episode of Outspoken Mental Health, I have the most incredible, open and honest conversation with Gok Wan, who opens up about his mental health, the struggles he's faced in his life and how he's worked towards facing and overcoming things. Gok has experienced so much and I was so grateful for how he opened up to me during this conversation. He is also doing work with Dermalogica around skin confidence an...
Jul 14, 2022•46 min
This isn't my usual Wednesday podcast but I thought it would be nice to have a catch up with you as I feel like I haven't done it for ages. During the episode I talk about everything from Covid to Emma Thompson to the book that will change the way you think about your skincare routine. I also mention a couple of heatwave related products. I hope you enjoy this little catch up episode xx
Jul 12, 2022•10 min
In this brilliant episode I get to know the amazing entrepreneur and founder of Ammu Beuaty, Zareefa Arije. Zareefa and I chat about the journey that she has been on from losing her beloved mother to creating the most beautiful beauty brand in her memory. We chat about grief, family, the power of beauty through the generations, YouTube stardom and so much more. This episode is moving, searingly honest and fascinating in equal measures.
Jul 09, 2022•40 min
In this week's minipod I talk about an £18 serum that makes a huge difference to your skin, my favourite body scrub of the moment, a clothing brand to bring a smile to your face and one of my favourite makeup brands of the moment. Please excuse my croaky, covidy voice during the episode! Enjoy xx
Jul 07, 2022•9 min
In this episode Nicola and Bryony talk about Bryony's amazing trip to Greece that saw her discovering a brand where all the ingredients are picked by Monks. Nicola talks about a rather unfortunate incident that saw her pour sauce all over a very important woman's couture jacket and a terrible haircut experience. Oh and Bryony tells us all about an amazing DJ called Dave! We of course get to beauty and this week we have makeup, candles and skincare for you. Enjoy xx
Jul 05, 2022•40 min
In this episode I chat to trichologist and founder of The Healthy Hair Studio, Enitan Agidee. Enitan chats to me about her obsession with healthy hair and with educating people with textured hair about how they can grow it long and healthy without having to rely on extensions or wigs. Enitan and I talk about how there has been a lack of education and great products for afro hair and how with people like Enitan leading the conversation, things are changing. We also chat about life, juggling and h...
Jul 03, 2022•31 min
*This series is sponsored and supported by Dermalogica* In this episode of Outspoken Mental Health I'm joined by the amazing GP Dr Aziza Sesay @talkswithdrsesay. Aziza is renowned for her openness and the medical knowledge that she shares on her social platforms and during the episode we have an amazing conversation about the various aspects of mental health and the best ways we can go about seeking help if and when we need it. Aziza agrees with me that we are in a mental health crisis following...
Jun 30, 2022•41 min
In this episode we get to know Angela Caglia who is one of Hollywood's most renowned facialists and who can count Barbara Streisand amongst her clientele. During the episode we chat healthy skin, great ingredients, the power of LED, starting a skincare brand and Angela has fabulous stories from her illustrious career. Enjoy xx
Jun 28, 2022•34 min
In this episode I welcome best-selling author Adele Parks MBE. Adele is such a character and is a little ray of sunshine. We talk about her new book One Last Secret, her writing process, how yoga and the community it provides has become her absolute must-have, why beauty is so important to her and how she can tell a lot about a person by looking at their "bubbles". Adele is a wonderful person with so much to tell and I can't wait for you to hear this.
Jun 25, 2022•49 min
*Outspoken Mental Health is sponsored and supported by Dermalogica* In this the second episode of this brand new mini-series, I talk you through some of the tools/rituals/actions that have been helping me with my mental health. Some of them I have learnt from therapists, some are plain common sense and others are things that I have discovered along the way. There is no one size fits all when it comes to mental health but I truly believe that some of the things I talk you through during the episo...
Jun 23, 2022•13 min
The delightful Bryony Blake is back and we're talking about a special card game that can improve your relationship, Mums having fun, wizard's sleeves (don't ask!) and of course we have some thoroughly brilliant beauty recommendations for you. Enjoy xx
Jun 21, 2022•36 min
This episode is in partnership with @Penhaligons In this quintessentially British adventure the amazing Suzy Nightingale and I explore Penhaligon's royal connections, scandalous Portraits and Sports Car Club launch. Prepare for scented snippets throughout history, the Bridgerton like characters who make up the dazzling Portrait collection and rev your engine for the most sublime (limited edition) fragrance and its regal launch at Blenheim Palace. As we explore these fragrances with tantalising s...
Jun 19, 2022•1 hr 5 min
