In this episode I finally get to chat to one of the very best dentists around - the brilliant Dr Uchenna Okoye. Dr. Uchenna Okoye is not only a world-renowned dentist but is an entrepreneur (she's recently launched her brilliant brand My Smile), TV personality, and clinical director of London Smiling Clinics. With her unique approach to dentistry, Dr. Uchenna has become a trailblazer in the industry and a celebrity favourite, providing top-notch dental services to her clients and being renowned for making them feel at ease.During the episode we chat about:Dr Uchenna's personal fear of dentists and how it's influenced her careerWhy pride in our smiles can lead to good overall healthHow the menopause affects our teeth and what we can do about itOral advice for kidsWhy going abroad for dental treatments may not be the best ideaWhat it feels like to start your own brandWhy oral care and skincare aren't that dissimilar!This is such a great episode with a truly talented woman. I never knew that I could feel excited about caring for my teeth but Dr Uchenna really has inspired me!

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Dr Uchenna Okoye - The Real Life Tooth Fairy

In this week's Minipod I have some really great things to tell you about. From the £5 body oil that not only smells great and sinks in a treat but that repels mosquitoes, to the tinted moisturiser that makes your skin luminous and luscious to the genius app that covers everything from exercise to nutrition to sleep.I also mention something new and surpringly fabulous at Primark and two products that are perfect for your summer travels.

Minipod - A Fabulous App, Mosquito Repelling Body Oil and Tinted Moisturiser for Luminous Skin

It's so good to be reunited with the utter delight that is Bryony Blake.In this episode:We're talking about the Barbie Movie (and questioning why Boris Johnson is getting in on the act)We're chatting about Penis Captivus (if you don't know what this is then brace yourself!)We're talking honestly about Moon CupsAnd we're exploring all things social media and exes.We do of course have loads of beauty recommendations for you including the perfect moisturiser to use after your retinoids, a beautiful sunkissed cream blush, an oil for a very specific type of hair and much much more.Buckle up and enjoy xx

Bryony and Nicola - Stuck Together, The Barbie Movie and our Beauty Edit!

In this episode I start with a chat with the lovely Natasha Whittaker, Director of Beauty and co-founder of the brilliant skincare website pure-beauty.co.uk.Natasha got in touch with me earlier this month to let me know how tough it can be as a small independent beauty website and during our catch up she tells us what makes her offering stand apart. (Think skincare advice from a pro, amazing and personal customer service, fabulous products and a phone number answered by people who are always there to help).If you'd like to buy your skincare from Pure Beauty click here and use the code OUTSPOKEN15 for 15% off everything until 31/8/23I then go onto my main interview with the utterly brilliant formulator and entrepreneur Lorna Radford. Lorna is one of the leading skin and haircare formulators in the UK (I would happily bet that most of us own something made by her and her incredible team of scientists) and having started her lab Enkos Developments in her mid-20's is also celebrated in the industry as being someone who has achieved a hell of a lot at a very young age.Lorna and I discuss how she got into beauty formulation and why it makes her so happy. We also chat about the influence that Korean beauty innovation has on her work, why she is always discerning when it comes to ingredient manufacturers and why the future of beauty is so unbelievably exciting.If you're into skicnare and are interested in hearing from the person who makes brands' dreams into a reality then you're going to love hearing from Lorna. Oh and if you have always dreamt of building your own beauty brand then you can connect with her via her website Enkos Developments.

Lorna Radford - The Genius Behind Our Skincare

In this week's Minipod I'm going through my edit of the very best products of the week.I'll be chatting about two fantastic concealer/foundation hybrids that you can take anywhere for on the go touch ups, a purple shampoo to stop blonde hair becoming brassy, my experience of Fussy Deoderant now that I've given it a thorough trial and I'll also be talking about the Dame Menstruation Cup. Oh and I also tell you about the classic product that is just brilliant for skin healing.Come and join the fabulous Outspoken Beauty community on our private Facebook Page. Here's the link.

Minipod - Handy Concealers, Healing Gel and Purple Shampoo

Poor Bryony has lost her voice but will be back next week. Do not fear though as my guest is the woman who was named by Vogue as one of the world's leading aromatherapists. In this episode the wonderful Michelle Roques O'Neil is here to share her beauty and wellbeing habits as well as a whole lot of wisdom.During the episode we chat about Michelle's journey to becoming a truly gifted aromatherapist. We focus in on her love of fragrance, why she always likes to try out the latest makeup trends, why less is more when it comes to her skincare routine and of course, the amazing power of aromatherapy oils and how we use them. I love Michelle's tips for self care, meditation and also body acceptance. She's a truly inspiring woman.Michelle has the most beautiful and truly effective aromatherapy brand called Therapie Life. Everything that I have used in the range has been exceptional. I'll link to it here just in case you want to check it out.

Michelle Roques O'Neil - My Beauty Habits

In this episode I get to know a truly iconic member of the beauty industry who many would say changed the face of beauty. The incredible Terry de Gunzberg joins me to talk about her career and the everlasting impact that she has had on the beauty industry.During the episode we chat about her unplanned entry into the world of makeup artistry that led to a career that took off rapidly and soon saw her working on runway and editorial projects with some of the biggest names in the business. We also talk through her time as International Makeup Designer for YSL where amongst many things she invented the iconic Touche Éclat in 1992. Terry has so many great stories including how King Charles reacted when he met her. It is also fascinating to learn about the way that her own brand By Terry started as a highly luxe personalised offering that was for the rich and famous but eventually became the far more accessible brand that so many of us swear by today.Terry is such a successful woman but when you meet her the first things you notice are her warmth and generosity of spirit (as well as her incredibly chich dress sense). Her beautiful personality shines through in this absolutely fascinating episode which I just know that you'll love.

Terry de Gunzberg - The Woman Who Invented Touche Éclat

This week's minipod is brimming with things that have got me very excited this week.From the website that will change the way you buy your skincare to the product that will help you meditate if you're really not the meditating type, to the natural deoderant that promises to combat BO to some exciting new skincare launches from an unexpected brand. Oh and I'll go into detail about the most sublime body oil that costs a mere £9.If you'd like to know anything else about the things I mention you can always DM me on Instagram @OutspokenBeautyNicola.

Minipod - Decoding Skincare, Fussy Deoderant and Exciting Innovations

In this week's episode of My Beauty Habits I'm joined by journalist, trend forecaster and Head of Beauty at Stylus, the fabulous Lisa Payne.If anyone knows about beauty it's Lisa. Her role at Stylus (a super cool trend forecasting company) sees her tracking the latest innovations in beauty product development from around the world and providing analysis on emerging shifts in the industry.In a future episode I definitely want to get Lisa back on to tell us about all the exciting things that are to come in beauty but for this episode we're delving deep into her fabulous Merit beauty bag and chatting through all the products that she absolutely swears by.By the way, even though Lisa isn't an influencer, she is honestly one of the most influential people I know when it comes to recommendations. Everything she tells me to buy is amazing so perhaps hide your credit card while you listen :0)Here's what Lisa mentions:Weleda Skin Food Curél Deep Moisture Spray (mini available only at Superdrug)Trinny London See the Light SPF 50Givenchy lip balm RMS UnCoverup Concealer Danesssa Myricks Beauty Vision Flush Glow in shade TiaraMerit Bronze Balm and Brow 1980, bag comes free with first purchase.Kjaer Weiss Im-Possible Mascara Charlotte Mensah Manketti Oil (15ml mini)Maison Marie Louis No.04 Bois de Balincourt perfume oilLH Cosmetics Shimmer Saga palette 3INA eyeliner and 503 colour stick r.e.m. beauty lipstick 

Lisa Payne - My Beauty Habits

I am so incredibly excited to have the brilliant broadcaster, journalist and entrepreneur Ateh Jewel back on the podcast.Last time we spoke Ateh was planning her beauty brand and now it has finally been born into the beauty halls of Harrods no less. Ateh Jewel Beauty is a brand with a story with more twists and turns than Netflix's newest binge watch. A story of integrity, saying no when it would have been so much easier to say yes, sticking to your guns when people try to talk your ideas down and one of women coming together to make things happen. The result is three of the most beautiful, high quality blushers imaginable and much more to come.Ateh and I talk about the mountains that she had to climb to bring her dream to fruition (prepare to be shocked by some of the things that she has experienced). We also chat about the symbolism of Chanel handbags (and why Ateh no longer needs them), the power of being in your 40's, being the best mums we can be and why her brand is about so much more than just makeup.This interview is one that I will never forget. Prepare to feel empowered, excited and ready to take on the world!You can buy Ateh's blushers at Harrods here or find them on her website 

Ateh Jewel - Changing Things One Blusher at a Time

*This episode is in partnership with Environ Skincare*In this week's minipod I'm chatting to the amazing Dr Matthias Aust. Matthias is a German-based plastic surgeon who has practised aesthetic and plastic surgery for over 18 years and has also been a long term supporter of Environ skincare. This year he was appointed to the role of Medical Advisor at Environ, working alongside their founder Dr Des Fernandes.During the episode we have the most FASCINATING chat about Environ's approach to Vitamin A (they believe that Vitamin A is like oxygen to the skin) that is based on decades of pioneering research carried out by Dr Des. Prepare to have your mind blown! We also talk about anti-oxidants and the ingredients we need to do the very best for our skin.Environ is an amazing brand with a huge amount of robust science and research backing it up and if you'd like to find out more about their story and take a look at their incredibly diverse Vitamin A offering then here's a link to their website.

Minipod - Mind-Blowing Vitamin A With Environ

The gorgeous Bryony Blake is back for another fun filled episode and this week we're talking about:Some of the disgusting things that past flatmates have done (warning we tell some pretty shocking stories!)Bryony's fear of rodents and why it nearly got out of control at her mum's houseWhy my house is crowded but I'm loving itOur excitement at Ree and Ateh Jewel's recent makeup launchesThe most bargainous way to remove your moustacheA hybrid product that will save you loads of timeWhy we can't get enough of the cinemaAnd lots lots more.Oh and I want to give a huge shout out for Pure Beauty. As you'll hear on the podcast, this small, family run business needs help from us. They sell amazing skincare but people are buying elsewhere. So next time you're after some new Medik8 or Dermalogica products, do give them a try. You can find them here

Bryony and Nicola - Yucky Flatmates, Friends Launching incredible Makeup and Beauty Bargains!

I'm so excited to say that my guest in this episode is founder and CEO of VioletteFR, Guerlain's Creative Director of Makeup and mother of two, the wonderful Violette Serrat.Violette, (who is the absolute epitomy of French chic) shares her story...the story of a young makeup artist with a lot of drive and passion who did things HER way and by following her instinct and being just a little bit daring, has had an exciting and exceptionally successful career.During the episode we talk about her career journey, her approach to makeup, working with huge brands, starting her own (incredible) one and how she juggles motherhood with an incredibly busy career. Oh and we have a great chat about the power of glitter and what makes her products stand apart from the rest.I know that you're going to love getting to know Violette and I thoroughly recommend that you check out her incredible brand VioletteFR when you get a chance. (It's availably online and in the UK at Oh My Cream )

Violette Serrat - The French Makeup Maestro

I've got so many excellent new beauty products to tell you about in this week's Minipod.From Ateh Jewel's incredible new blushers to a perfume from Violette Serrat that is swooningly sexy to nail stickers that are so good that they might be able to replace your gel mani, these products are next level in terms of quality, innovation and ingenuity.

Minipod - Truly Excellent New Beauty Products

In this episode I chat to the amazing Dani Gilbert. Dani who is known as Dani G on Instagram, has suffered with alopecia since the age of one. She has always used her platform to raise awareness of her condition with the hopes of changing society’s perceptions of beauty standards.Over the years, she has grown a huge following on both her instagram and Tik Tok by creating beauty looks catering to those with alopecia or other hair loss conditions on her social media.During the episode Dani opens up about her alopecia and how it has affected her over the years. Whilst being honest about the lows, she also has such a positive attitude and talks about how she has come to a place where she is confident to be seen without her wig and wants to empower people to feel beautiful even if they don't fit society's "conventional" image beauty.Dani adores makeup and creates the most incredible looks on her channels and we also have a fab chat about some of her favourite products.You can find Dani on Instagram @danigmakeup.

Dani G - Redefining Alopecia

Featured as one of the Top 10 podcasts by Harpers Bazaar and a must listen by Stylist, Glamour, Good Housekeeping and Vogue Italy, Outspoken Beauty is the UK's most honest, straight talking beauty and wellbeing podcast that uses beauty as a way to start powerful conversations. It's hosted by beauty columnist and broadcaster Nicola Bonn.As well as great product recommendations and tips expect conversations with an array of experts, specialists and inspiring humans that cover everything from the joy of lipstick, skincare and supplements to debates around ageism, diversity, self pleasure and challenging the status quo. This is a podcast for anyone who finds joy in beauty, who wants to feel great about themselves in a way that is so much more than just skin deep and who wants the confidence to find beauty in who they are rather than what society expects of them. Prepare to be challenged, informed and inspired!

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