Outspoken Beauty
Outspoken Beauty is a beauty and wellbeing podcast hosted by beauty columnist and broadcaster Nicola Bonn. It features honest conversations about beauty, skincare, supplements, and topics like ageism, diversity, and self-pleasure. The podcast includes product recommendations and interviews with experts and inspiring individuals. It aims to help listeners feel confident and find beauty beyond societal expectations.
Episodes
Bryony and Nicola - Celebrity Face-lifts, Grand Hotels and Beauty Products We Love
I am so happy that Bryony is back.We have so much to catch up on during the episode and chat about:Rumours that Trinny and Susannah are bringing What Not To Wear backWhy we love Katherine Ryan's honestyMy spa weekend in Eastbourne and why it made my arms ache so much that I couldn't sleepWhen driving goes very wrongBeauty favouritesand lots more. Enjoy xx
Ingeborg van Lotringen - The OG Beauty Boss
She was the award-winning Beauty Director at Cosmopolitan Magazine for 14 years, she's the author of Great Skin: Secrets The Beauty Industry Doesn't Tell You and she is the most honest, intelligent and outspoken beauty expert I know. The incredible Ingeborg van Lotringen returns to Outspoken Beauty and I just know you're going to love this episode.We're talking about so much including the career
Dr Zoe Williams - Alcohol, Friends and A Brilliant Breathing Technique
In this episode I'm welcoming the amazing Dr Zoe Williams who has teamed up with the alcohol education charity Drink Aware for the Find Your Balance Campaign campaign, which promotes alcohol moderation through the free My Drink Aware app.During the episode Zoe and I are talking about how easy it is to lose track of how much we drink and we explore the reasons why so many of us rely on a glass or t
Dr Sam Bunting - Forgotten Essentials, Proven Actives & Skincare Truths
It's a total pleasure to welcome Dr Sam Bunting back to Outspoken Beauty.In this episode Sam's cutting through all the skincare noise and reminding us about how we should be caring for our skin and the ingredients and actives that make the most difference.We're also talking about her brilliant new book "Flawless: Your Ultimate Guide to Bright Clear Skin".It's always so good to have Sam on the podc
Dr Sophie Shotter - Swapping Anti-Ageing Treatments For Excellent Skin Health
*This episode is supported by Aesthetic Source*It's such a pleasure to welcome the truly brilliant Dr Sophie Shotter back on the podcast.In this episode Sophie and I are chatting about the shift in the types of treatments that are now on offer, specifically those that offer incredible skin health. In essence, rather than being about covering up wrinkles and hiding signs of ageing, this is all abou
Joyce Connor - This Episode Is Guaranteed To Make You Feel Positive and Joyful!
She's definitely called Joyce for a reason. In this episode I'm chatting to one of the most positive and joyful women I've ever met, the makeup artist and beauty writer Joyce Connor.Joyce's story is one of following her heart, making brave decisions and forging her dream career (all whilst being a single mum). It's also a story of making the most of every moment, embracing getting older and not be
The Beauty Editor - Perdita Nouril With This Week's Beauty News
Perdi Nouril IS The Beauty Editor (said in a gravelly, filmy voice)This week we're talking:Puppy yoga and products for dogsTik Tok skincare misinformationBig news about M&S BeautyHead to toe skincareEnjoy my gorgeous Outspoken Beauties
Break Out Of The Cage - Divina De Campo on Being Unapologetically You
What an absolute joy to welcome one of the stars of the very first series of RuPaul's Drag Race onto the podcast. My guest in this episode is the amazing Divina De Campo!Divina is in the midst of one of the most challenging roles of her career (well 14 roles in total). She's taking on the role of Amanda in the one person musical monologue Amanda - The Night Before Me. (Tickets are available here)D
Outspoken Beauty x Gatineau: Glowing The French Way and A Female Founder Like No Other
*This episode is part of a wider partnership with Gatineau Skincare*In this episode I'm chatting to the amazing Heather Berry. Heather is the Sales and Marketing Director of Gatineau Skincare and a woman who I have been getting to know over the last few months. (She's funny, outspoken and authentic...a true Outspoken Beauty!) During the episode Heather tells me the story of Jeanne Gatineau, a woma
The Outspoken Beauty Editor - The Vitamin C Episode
Perdi Nouril is the Beauty Editor of Women's Health and I'm so lucky that she also joins me each week to do deep dives into the beauty industry, ingredients, trends and more. I also love the fact that she's not afraid to be outspoken.This week we're having a much needed chat/reminder about why Vitamin C is such a good skincare ingredient and why. We're also talking about the different forms of Vit
The Outspoken Review- The Final Clue, Exciting Plans and Advent Calendar Overload
In this week's Outspoken Review I'll be telling you about some of the incredible things that I've got planned for you over the next few months.I'm also going to give you the final clue for the Win £1000 Worth of Beauty Products competition. Finally I have a list of favourite products of the week, will report in on some Festive launches I've been to and also need to tell you why I think there are t
We're Not Lazy - We're Overstimulated!
Feeling exhausted and just want to sleep the whole time?In this episode I'm chatting about my realisation that whilst I thought I was switching off, I was actually bombarding my brain and totally over stimulating myself which I think has led to a general feeling of exhaustion.I'll tell you about something simple that I'm going to try and do in to make sure that my poor nervous system has a break.
Jo Fairley - The Beauty Bible Goes Iconic
My guest in this episode is beauty royalty. I'm really excited to welcome author, speaker, co-founder of Green & Blacks Chocolate, On The Scent Media AND The Beauty Bible, Josephine Fairley.In this episode, Jo and I are delving into her brand new book, The Beauty Bible, Iconic Edition.Jo and Sarah Stacey launched The Beauty Bible in 1996. The idea was to get women to independently trial produc
The Outspoken Beauty Editor - This Week's Big Beauty Launches
Beauty editor Perdita Nouril is back and we're chatting about some of the amazing and incredibly inspiring beauty launches we've been to plus why we all need to rediscover Dr Haushka!
The Outspoken Review - The BEST liquid eyeshadow, living longer and overpriced makeup on Instagram
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm telling you about:The most stunning liquid eye-shadow from MAC and why it beats all the others I've triedA GP's tip for living longer and helping just about every aspect of our healthAutumn fashionWhy I've fallen back in love with Laura Mercierand lots more....The third letter in the big beauty competition will be revealed on Sunday xx
Bryony and Nicola - The September Reset, Practical Magic and Some Excellent Makeup Tips
Bryony Blake is back for our fortnightly catch up and we've got lots to discuss including September resets and Bryony's amazing experience at the Practical Magic Premiere. We're got some lovely makeup recommendations too.If you'd like to be in with a chance of winning £1000 worth of makeup goodies make sure you listen out for this episode's letter. Once you have all four, work out the word and lea
Win £1000 Worth of Beauty Goodies That I Love!
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm giving you the first of four letters that you'll need to collect in order to be in with a chance of winning £1000 worth of beauty goodies. This is all in celebration of 8 years of the podcast!!*I'll also be talking about the new Trinny London Fearless Skin Drops and a beautiful illuminating base from the brand Votary. Plus I'll be telling you why The Body Shop a
It’s Never Too Late to Find Yourself: Roxy Bourdillon on Coming Out Later In Life
In this episode I'm chatting to the brilliant editor Editor-In-Chief of Diva Magazine, beauty lover and author of the amazing book What A Girl Wants, Roxy Bourdillon.During the episode we chat about:The incredible lipstick that Roxy swears byHow it took Roxy ten years to come out, having lived the "straight dream" with her then boyfriendHer amazing relationship with her grandmaSociety's ideas arou
The Outspoken Beauty Editor: The Lowdown on Sarah Creal's New Makeup Brand for Over 40's and Feeling Let Down By Elizabeth Arden
This week's edition of Outspoken Beauty Editor is an episode of two halves.On the one hand we're celebrating Sarah Creal's new makeup brand (which Perdita will delve into for us) but on the other we're lamenting Elizabeth Arden's decision to go big with anti-ageing messaging.The beauty industry can do so much good and bring so much joy but at times it really baffles us!
Outspoken Health - These Are The 10 Things All Women Over 40 Should Do To Protect Their Health
Outspoken Beauties! I am so excited to publish the first episode of OUTSPOKEN HEALTH, a brand new series with the utterly brilliant NHS GP (with an expertise in women's health), author and Media Dr, Dr Anisha Patel (@doctorsgetcancertoo).I met Dr Anisha via The Eve Appeal and was so impressed by her knowledge and passion when it comes to women's health. I was as also in awe of the way that she was
Cally Beaton - This is What Happens When You're 45 and Joan Rivers Tells You You Should Be A Comedian! (and why it's NEVER too late to chase your dreams.)
I was looking through my interview file the other day and my eyes nearly popped out of my head when I realised that I had somehow forgotten to publish this interview with Cally Beaton which we recorded last year. I mean I LOVED this interview. It inspired me so much and as we did it I was thinking about how much she was going to inspire you as well.Anyway, I'm so very glad that I did find it and t
The Outspoken Beauty Editor - These are Some of the biggest Misconceptions About K Beauty
Beauty Editor Perdita Nouril is back and this week we're doing a deep dive into some of the misconceptions around K Beauty. We're talking about what Korean beauty experts REALLY think about topical PDRN, how many steps are really in a typical Korean skincare routine and why the trending Korean beauty product that you use in the UK may not have quite the same formula as the original.Any topics you
A Tribute to Dolly Parton - Outspoken Beauty Style
I was so sad to hear about the passing of Dolly Parton and really wanted to pay tribute to her.In this episode I'm talking about why if there was ever an example of an Outspoken Beauty it's Dolly.I discuss the person who inspired her style, her refusal to please anyone but herself with her appearance, her beauty habits, why she loved Vaseline, her scent, her love of wigs and so much more.I truly t
Bryony and Nicola: Feisty Therapists, Sibling Horror Stories and Affordable Makeup Gems
Bryony and I are having a long overdue catch up. The last time we saw each other was when we found ourselves on the same Eurostar to Paris...what are the chances!This week we're chatting about:My very strict and feisty therapistSiblings Paris adventuresWhat happens when you get friends from different parts of your life togetherBrilliant, affordable makeupLots moreEnjoy xx
Holiday Anxiety and Really Affordable Eyeshadow Palettes
In this week's minipod I'm chatting about the suprising amount of people who feel anxious when they go on holiday and can't settle for the first few days, often not feeling fully right for a week. I'm also talking about the chaos of coming home after being away and the brilliant, affordable makeup that I bought this week.
I Loved Who I Was in Paris
In this little episode I talk about the chaos of coming back from my holiday and how a couple of days in Paris helped me reconnect with a side of myself that I haven't acknowledged in a long long time. I also chat about things to do with the kids in Paris and the things I liked (and didn't like so much) about the now infamous Citypharma.
How to Become More French (and much more confident)
In this little episode recorded from France I'm reflecting on what I've learning about confidence, especially having really observed the amazing women here.I also compare becoming more self-confident to overcoming anxiety. It's a gradual process, you need to take yourself out of your comfort zone but eventually it gets easier.Hope you find this inspiring xx
From The Vault: Anna Newton and Lily Pebbles - How to edit your beauty stash
I'm on my hols so am re-releasing one an oldie but a real goodie! It's with the amazing Anna Newton aka The Anna Edit and Lily Pebbles. Enjoy!!In this episode I'm joined by Lily Pebbles and The Anna Edit to talk about how to pick and choose the very best beauty products and let go of the rest. You've heard about a Capsule Wardrobe, but how do you get a Capsule Beauty Collection?Anna and Lily give
All The Skincare I've Brought to France and The Best SPF/Anti-Oxidant I've Come Across
Due to popular demand, in this holiday minipod, I'm telling to about many of the beauty products that I packed for my holiday to France.I'm including a miraculous device that has totally (well 97%) taken the itch out of my many mozzie bites, an SPF that has absolutely blown my mind (the science and ingredients are out of this world) and the easiest and most fantastic body product ever.There's so m
Bryony and Nicola - Shocks at Centre Parks, Sisterly Overprotectiveness and Dupes
It's Bryony time and in this episode she's got loads of fabulous makeup tips.We're also chatting about some unexpected occurances at Centre Parks, what happens when your younger sister is a little bit over protective, our views on dupes and so so much more!
International Lipstick Day Special With Eileen G'Sell
Happy International Lipstick Day Outspoken Beauties!I have got the most brilliant and perfect guest for such an auspicious occasion!Eileen G'Sell is poet, culture critic, university teacher and author of Lipstick, which joined Bloomsbury’s Object Lessons series earlier this year. I love the description of this utterly brilliant book:"From Revlon to Glossier, from Marilyn to Gaga, lipstick is as sh
Genevieve Turley - On Career Explosions, New Homes and The Power of A Woman
Oh how I love this woman! Makeup artist, comedian and content creator extraordinaire Genevieve Turley is back. It's been a good few years since she was last on the podcast and it 's SO good to catch up with her.Before I get into my chat with Gen I spend 10 minutes or so telling you in some depth about my experience with the Ziip Halo. This all came about when my most trusted aesthetician Pam Marsh
The Outspoken Review - SPF for dry, sensitive skin, Battle of the body oils and the serum I keep going back to
It's Wednesday and that means I'm talking you through some of my top products of the week.This week I have:A fabulous blusher/lip hybridA Balm that will melt your makeup awayMy body oil picksA great SPF for dry, sensitive skinThe serum I keep going back toand more....
If You're Thinking of Having Microneedling, You Need To Hear This!
In this episode I'm joined by two icons of the beauty industry. Lesley Blair is CEO and Chair of BABTAC (British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology) and Candice Gardner is the Education Manager of Learning and Content at Dermalogica, where she develops and oversees educational content and training for skincare professionals across the UK.Earlier this year I was incredibly inspired when
Perdita Nouril - These are the BEST Beauty Recommendations
Beauty editor Perdita Nouril is back and this week she has got the most incredible recommendations for you including:A gentle but hugely effective Korean acid peel A natural deoderant that performs well even in a heatwaveAn affordable face cream that is as good as the light version of Charlotte Tilbury's Magic CreamSome amazing Korean makeupYou're going to adore this episode!!
The Outspoken Review: Simmering Scents, Shimmering Oils and Something to Make You Feel Better About Yourself
It's The Outspoken Review and I've got some truly beautiful things to tell you about this week including an addictive scent that reminds me of those ginger hot shots and a body oil that will 100% be coming to France with me this summer.I've also had some incredible chats this week and I'll share why they've made me feel relieved and less guilty about everything.Hope you enjoy our little weekly cat
Bryony and Nicola - Bryony vs The Bouncer, Keeping Cool and Iconic Beauty Brands
It's time to catch up with the one and only Bryony Blake.Poor Bryony is always gets into trouble even though she's innocent and this week she had something very unexpected confiscated at a nightclub.We're also talking about weird and wonderful ways we're keeping cool, why we love giving compliments, a word that gives me the major ick and the iconic beauty brand that's doing amazing innovation at t
The Outspoken Review - This Week's Beauty Picks
I've got the most innovative self tan/skincare hybrid to tell you about this week. I'm absolutely loving it.I'll also tell you about a really good vitamin C/antioxidant serum, a beautiful moisturiser and the affordable fragrance that might just become your scent of the summer.There's lots more too.Enjoy xx
Stop Buying the Hype - Exposing Skincare Myths with Lorna Bowes
If you were to take a good long look at your skincare collection, there's a chance that some of the products you've spent your good money on won't be delivering on their promises. In a world of TikTok trends, aesthetic filters and clever marketing, we’ve been conditioned to buy into skincare hype that at times has little clinical proof behind it.Well, in today's episode, we are stripping away the
The Beauty Editor - Perdita Nouril on SPF Misinformation
The Beauty Editor is back!The gorgeous Perdita Nouril is talking about all things SPF misinformation after doing a massive investigation for a recent piece in Women's Health.This is such a great insight into how fear mongering can spread online and why we must listen to the experts and facts.
The Outspoken Review - My Beauty-Full Day!
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm telling you about some of the things I've been thinking and doing today. I'll be talking about:The perfume launch that inspired a huge banana installation in LibertyThe Flo app and what it's teaching me about my anxietyWhy I love M and S fashion but the one reason it's not working brilliantly for meThe K Beauty lip gloss that I bought today and why it's so diffe
Bryony and Nicola-All You Can Eat Buffets, Heatwave Makeup and The Hot Sound Guy
In this episode makeup artist extraordinaire Bryony Blake is back and we have lots to catch up on.We're chatting:Kim K's blonde bobGoing rogue at all you can eat buffetsThe hot sound guy who should be Prime MinisterBryony's AMAZING makeup tips for hot weatherand lots more.Enjoy Outspoken Beauties xx
The Outspoken Review - My Evening Routine
After the success of last week's AM routine, this week I'm talking you through what I do at the other end of the day. I'll talk you through three different skincare routines, my skin non-negotiables, the fragrances I lean towards at bed time and why I always give my hands and feet a bit of attention before bed.I
Laura Geller - The OG Beauty Influencer
*This episode is supported by Laura Geller Beauty*It's not often you get to chat to beauty royalty like Laura Geller, but when you do, it's a conversation that you'll never forget.I cannot tell you how much I enjoyed talking to the woman who went from Broadway makeup artist to building one of the first founder led makeup brands of all time. Laura is the woman who championed primer, putting it on t
The Outspoken Review - My Morning Routine
I haven't done an episode like this for ages. It's my current morning routine from my shower heroes to my skincare, deoderant, body care and a fragrance that I'm currently addicted to.I really rate all these products and hope you enjoy hearing my thoughts about them.
Dr Jennifer Owens - The No BS Aesthetician With Incredible Advice and Views on Injectables
In this episode I'm chatting to the brilliant and utterly lovely Dr Jennifer Owens.Jennifer is one of Ireland’s most respected practitioners in aesthetic medicine and the founder of The Glow Clinic, which has locations in both Dublin and Cork.Dr Jennifer’s career began in dentistry, including time spent working in the Australian outback and as Google’s in-house dentist. Over time, she transitioned
Beauty News and Views with Perdita Nouril - Beauty Pie Issues, Psychic Facials and Cat's Arse PR
Beauty Editor Perdita is back and we've got loads to catch up on.Perdi has been on some really interesting press trips and launches and also tells us about why Beauty Pie have been in a little bit of trouble.I'm also telling you about the amazing Fragrance Foundation Awards and we're chatting about a weird and wonderful facial that has changed the way Perdita does her skincare (and potentially liv
The Outspoken Review - The Perfect Moisturiser To Use Under Tretinoin and A Truly Innovative SPF
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm chatting about:One of the best barrier protecting moisturisers I've usedAn innovative, non-greasy SPF currently being tested by the Outspoken Beauty Trialling Panel and what they think of it so farFrench beauty must havesA hero product from Lixirskinand much more.
Bryony and Nicola - Fashion Ruts, Chat GPT Relationships and Beauty Recommendations
It's Bryony time and we've got lots to chat about including:The big wedding dress disaster storyFashion ruts when you have big boobsChat GPT relationship issuesFabulous fragrancesOur beauty recommendationsThere's lots more but I'm writing this description late at night and my bed beckons so you'll need to listen to find out all about our misadventures this week and the products that have impressed
The Outspoken Review- Super Serums, Glorious Hand Cream and No More Beige!
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm chatting about the affordable serum I keep going back to, the luxurious hand cream that smalls out of this world, why I wish I could afford to keep buying a particular spf and why I'm so sick of the Clean Girl trend.Enjoy xx
Beauty, Business and Bold Moves - The Hildun Makeup Story
I'm so happy to finally welcome the founder of PHENOMENAL makeup brand Hildun onto the podcast. Suzy Griffin Dunne is such a brilliant personality with a background in both beauty writing and makeup artistry.Suzy's creation of Hildun has really inspired me. Every product is so carefully thought through and is such a pleasure to use. I know that you'll love getting to know the woman behind it and h
The Outspoken Review - Spritzing the Rabbit, Cerebral Fragrances and The Cooling Shower Gel of Dreams
I am sitting here writing up this week's Outspoken Review in my knickers. I'm sweating in places that I didn't know could sweat and I'm frequently spritzing the poor, over-heated rabbit with water.Anyway, heat aside, I have some lovely products to tell you about this week including a brilliant SPF, the best tinted lip balm (that I've been using as a highlighter too), minty freshness from Neom, som
Juliet Heaton- This Woman Can Tell You if Your Beauty Products ACTUALLY do What They Say They Will!
In this episode I'm chatting to cosmetic scientist and The Good Housekeeping Institute's Innovation Tester Juliet Heaton.Juliet is in charge of rigorously testing products against their claims in the Institute's lab to make sure that they actually deliver on their claims.During the episode we have a really interesting chat about how clever marketing can lead us to believe things about our beauty p
The Outspoken Review - The Glowiest SPF and a Spectacular Fragrance Discovery Kit
In this week's Outspoken Review I have some real treats in store... the most beautiful, glowy SPF and another game-changer that has been 6 years in the making.I'll also tell you all about the absolutely beautiful new Acqua di Parma discovery kit , my fabulous sound bath experience, why I'm not really enjoying the "clean girl aesthetic" at the moment and lots more.
Dr Emily Leeming - The Leading Nutrition Scientist Talks About The Power of Fibre
Scientist, dietician and author Dr Emily Leeming is back for another incredible episode about our gut health and this time we're chatting about fibre. Whilst on paper fibre sounds pretty boring, Emily is here to prove that it is quite the opposite. There is so much research showing just how vital it is for our health and wellbeing and Emily is here to tell us about all the latest scientific findin
The Outspoken Review - Lisa Eldridge Balm, The Best Shampoo for Healthy Hair and Why I Love Baobab
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm talking about:My experience of the new Lisa Eldridge cheek and lip balmA shampoo and conditioner that are making my hair look amazing and healthA new moisturising face mist that I can't get enough ofThe power of Baobaband lots more
Dr Anisha Patel - This Incredible Celebrity GP Is Helping Me Get Lippy!
I am so excited to finally be able to publish this episode with the utterly brilliant GP and media health spokesperson Dr Anisha Patel.Anisha had always been a GP who specialised in women's health and then in 2018 she was diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer and it made her even more certain that she wanted to make a difference. Since then she has made it her absolute mission to help us navigate ou
The Outspoken Review - An Expert's View on The Zip Halo and The Perfect Liquid Eyeshadow
In this week's Outspoken Review I'll be chatting about:Josh Fletcher's incredible new bookWhat the amazing aesthetician Pam Marshall thinks of the Zip HaloThe new MAC liquid eyeshadowsLaura Geller makeupA phenomenal foot cream for members of the Foot Improvement Society.
Bryony and Nicola - The Dressing Gown Ick, The Psychic and Amazing Makeup Tips
Yay! It's Bryony Blake time and she has got loads of makeup wisdom to share with us.We're also talking about:My strange experience with a psychicMen's dressing gownsInfluencer eventsand the crazy world of AIEnjoy Outspoken Beauties :0)
The Beauty Editor - Perdita Nouril on This Week's Beauty News
Beauty editor Perdita Nouril returns and this week we're talking about Cult Beauty's decision to pull their ads from GB News, how AI is already causing issues in the beauty marketing space and we're also hearing about Perdi's big interview with a Spice Girl!
The Outspoken Review - This Week's Beauty Picks
In this week's edition of The Outspoken Review I'm telling you about:My Charlotte Tilbury makeover and the products I choseA great spray for helping with back and arm spotsA beautiful lip liner that doesn't budgeA phenomenal pedicure that gets rid of dead skin more effectively than any others I've tried.Enjoy!
The Outspoken - My Gut Health Reminder
In this little episode I'm chatting about gut health. I was looking through my books the other day, came across and devoured Dr Emily Leeming's "Genius Gut". It's a book I've read before (I've also interviewed her on this very podcast) and it is absolutely AMAZING!I'm now feeling very inspired to sort my microbiome (and constipation) out and am chatting through some of the wisdom I've (re) learnt
Spotlight Oral Care x Outspoken Beauty: Dr Vanessa Creaven With Your Dental Health 101
This episode is in partnership with Spotlight Oral CareI've been so looking forward to publishing this episode as it's brimming with information that I know will help you.I'm chatting to the brilliant dentist and co-founder of Spotlight, Dr Vanessa Creaven. I've been a fan of both Vanessa and her brand for many years. It's all about education and products that are gentle, well researched and actua
Outspoken Beauty Editor with Perdita Nouril
The gorgeous beauty editor Perdita is back and this week she's been researching dark showers, chatting to one of the world's most iconic makeup artists and trying out a brand new brain massage!!
The Outspoken Review - Microneedling Madness and This Week's Fabulous Product Round-Up
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm talking about the dry shampoo that basically washes your hair, the barrier cream that is great for rosacea and sandwiching with your retinoid, an amazing French shampoo that gives great volume and lots more.I'll also be reflecting on a brilliant panel event I went to at the Houses of Parliament this morning. It was led by Dermalogica who are making incredible ch
Bryony Blake and Nicola - Outfit Dilemmas and Lots of Beauty Fun
The utterly fabulous Bryony Blake is back for our fortnightly dose of fun and beauty.
The Outspoken Review - Is PDRN Skincare As Good As It Seems? and French Pharmacy Favourites
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm reflecting on the wonderful launch of Dr Marine Vincent's utterly brilliant book "The French Skincare Bible", which I attended last night.The event was really joyful and there were so many brilliant people there, many of whom I hadn't seen in ages. It was paticularly nice to catch up with the lovely Dr Emma Craythorne and her friend and colleague Dr Ellie Rashid
The Outspoken - The Constipation Episode
I have received SO many messages about constipation recently that I thought it would be useful to chat about where I'm at and the kinds of things I'm doing to help get things moving. I know that this is a bit of a gross subject matter but it's also such a common problem, particularly it seems amongst women over 40!Remember that I'm not an expert and am only sharing what I've learnt from experts I'
Sam Farmer - Everything You Need To Know About Teenage Skincare
In this episode I welcome one of my favourite people in the beauty industry back on the podcast. Sam Farmer founded his teenage skincare and hygiene brand after being disappointed by the types of products that were on offer for his own children when they were teenagers. He shunned sexist packaging, language and harsh ingredients for a unisex brand with the very best and teenage skin appropriate fo
The Outspoken Review - This Week's New Beauty Releases
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm talking you through some of the newest beauty products that have caught my attention including a really innovative leg oil, a delicious summer fragrance and a new bronzer from Victoria Beckham.
Marc-Antoine Barrois and Quentin Bisch - An Incredible Fragrant Friendship
In this incredible episode I'm chatting to master perfumer Quentin Bisch and the founder of his eponymous brand, fashion designer and fragrance creator Marc-Antoine Barrois.Quentin has worked with Marc-Antoine over the last ten years to create some of the most incredible fragrances that I've ever experienced. In that time they've not only worked together but have become great friends.During this e
The Outspoken Review - Your Beauty Questions Answered
In this week's OSB Review I'm answering your brilliant questions about empowering perfume, the best bottom lash mascara, body moisturisers and HRT amongst others.Get in touch any time by DMing me @outspokennicolabonn
Cherry Healey and Toni Waterfall - The Shocking Truth About UTI's
In this week's episode I'm chatting to my lovely friend Cherry Healey who has been incredibly brave recently and shared her UTI story publicly, even going to parliament and talking openly about her struggles in a room filled with MPs. Cherry has lived with chronic UTI's since she was a child and as you'll hear, at one point it led to her being hospitalised and almost getting sepsis.Cherry is join
Beauty News and Views With Perdita
Beauty editor Perdi's back for all the latest beauty news and views.This week we're talking about why Glossier are closing stores around the world, the new skincare ingredient that we're going to be seeing everywhere and the affordable French skincare that we all should know about.
The Outspoken Review - The Best Fragrance, SPF Newness and The Comfiest Shoes
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm telling you about a new fragrance that is going to get you numerous compliments, a beautiful SPF from one of my favourite Korean brands, a denim jumpsuit of dreams, the shoes that Ruth Crilly recommended that I'm glad I succumbed to and a stunning lip product from Stila.xx
Bryony and Nicola - Ovulation Woes, Naughty Books and Bryony's Amazing Makeup Tips
In this week's episode, Bryony has loads of amazing makeup tips. In fact, her eye makeup advice has completely revolutionised how I'm doing my own and inspired me to spend way too much money at Space NK after recording.We're also talking about my hormonal woes (and why ovulation feels exhausting at the moment) and we couldn't leave out our new Bonk! book club podcast and where we've been reading o
The Outspoken Review - Newness from Diptyque and Revisiting Some Favourite Makeup Brands
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm telling you all about the newest fragrant offering from Diptyque (I think it's going to become one of their icons).I also chat about why I'm rekindling an old love affair with Bare Minerals and Laura Mercier. (They're got some really cool and forward thinking products out).Enjoy!
The Outspoken - This Chemotherapy Nurse Is Fighting For Earlier Mammograms
In this week's Outspoken I'm talking to the incredible chemotherapy nurse Gemma Reeves.Since Covid, Gemma has seen an uprise in younger women getting breast cancer and is doing everything she can to get the Mammogram age lowered from 50 to 40.During the episode we talk about her campaign and petition and why earlier detection will save money rather than increase cost. We also talk about the effect
Jorge Mella : The Man Who's Trying To Make Cleaning A Thing of Pleasure
*This episode is in partnership with Mella 1809*In this episode I'm getting to know the thoroughly lovely Jorge Mella who is the founder of luxury homecare brand Mella 1809. Jorge's dream is to elevate cleaning to the point where it becomes a thing of pleasure and he does that be working with perfumers to create products that smell utterly divine.During the episode we chat about what inspired him
The Outspoken Review - The BEST Natural Deodorant and A Barrier Repairing Wonder Balm
In this week's Outspoken Review I've finally found the ultimate natural deoderant that smells delightful and really works.I'm also talking about a great Barrier cream, an eye cream recommended by my favourite aesthetician and more.
