Outspoken Beauty

It's my weekly minipod and in this episode I have some really beautiful new products to tell you about. I'm also talking about asking your worth and why I really am turning into a moody woman (and I kinda like it :0)

I've been really looking forward to publishing today's episode. It's with beauty journalist, photographer extraordinaire and self proclaimed skincare geek Emma Hoareau. During the episode Emma and I have the most wonderful chat about photography and how Emma loves the world to look, growing up and learning about beauty with a French influence, her thoughts on clean skincare, the amazing power of m...

In today's Mini Mini Pod I tell you about the silly thing I did to my skin and the product that has turned things around in a matter of days!

*This episode is in partnership with Avon* I'm so excited to finally be able to give you the full lowdown on what I think is one of Avon's most brilliant skincare launches to date. The ANEW Skin Renewal Power Cream has finally arrived and not only can it be used both night and day but it contains wonder ingredient Protinol. During the episode I talk to start by talking to the brilliant Sarah Gille...

OK so it's not quite thattttt bad but I do: Moan about a new expression that everyone keeps greeting me with Moan about a meal I had with my Mum Moan about my PMT Moan about the fact that I can no longer eat sugar Tell you about how it took an app to stop me being grumpy with Chris In far better news.... I share amazing wisdom from an event I went to with Liz Earle and Dr Louise Newson I have a st...

It's the fortnightly Bryony fest and this week we're talking about: Ghosts (We have undeniable proof that they exist) Post hotel suites and what REALLY goes on in them (once again, we have proof) Following the recent news story we explore the semantics of what happens when one conjoined twin gets married. and we of course answer your beauty dilemmas and have some lovely recommendations for you. (B...

I've really put AKT natural deodorant through it's paces this past week, even getting poor Chris to do the sniff test at the end of each day. Here are my honest thoughts.

I start this episode with a short sponsored review of the brilliant Current Body LED Face Mask. I'll explain why I think it really stands out in the market and go through some really interesting stats and facts with you. If you'd like to try it following the episode then use code OUTSPOKEN to get 15% off all the Current Body LED Devices. The main episode is with returning guest, the utterly brilli...

In this week's minipod I'm talking about knowing what is normal for you whwn it comes to your gynaelogical health and why the minute things become abnormal you need to see a dr and advocate for yourself. (This is after an incredibly inspiring morning spent with the Eve Appeal as they launched their Get Lippy month). I'm also chatting about what I've done over the past week or so to get my confiden...

In this episode my guest is the brilliant beauty influencer Zak Heath. Zak who has over a million followers on TikTok is a huge advocate of gender fluid makeup and teaches both women and men how to create beautiful, natural looks. During the episode we chat about the politics around men who wear makeup and why there is often a societal expectation to make it over the top and dramatic when men shou...

If you want a product that gives you the most healthy, luminous, lit from within glow then you need to listen to today's mini mini pod xx

*This episode is supported by Dr Paw Paw* I was having an Insta-rant about my frustration about bad advice on social media leading teens to buy expensive, highly active skincare that is anything but good for their skin when I received a message from my lovely friend and co-founder of Dr Paw Paw, Pauline Paterson. She was in total agreement and we ended up having a very long phonecall about our sad...

There's a fair amount squeezed into this week's minipod. I go into detail about Charlotte Tilbury's new fragrance collection and tell you which one I can't get enough of (It's the PERFECT holiday scent). I also have a potentially health-changing book for you, news of a beautiful lipstick launch, the eyelash serum I can't wait to try and the product that's totally upped my hair game.  xx

Bryony Blake is back and a lot has been happening! This week we're talking: Bryony's enlightening experience as a bio-dynamic farmer Nicola's screaming nose Child and puppy mayhem Nicola's fashion fail (thanks a lot Rishi Sunak) And of course we have loads of beauty recommendations and Bryony will be answering lots of your makeup dilemmas. Enjoy xx

Don't tell me what I can and can't wear just because I'm over 40!  This tiny episode is for the women who aren't ready to go all soft and subtle with their liners and are far more interested in a bit of rock chic xx

In this episode I speak to the brilliant nutritionist Dominique Ludwig. Dominique is highly qualified and a hugely trusted voice in this field and during the episode we have an in depth chat about how ultra-processed food has become so commonplace and why it is the last thing that we should be eating if we care about our future health. Dominique also gives some brilliant advice and tips for the ty...

This week's Minipod is unapologetically beauty product focussed and I'll be telling you about some new products on the block that have got me excited. From the do it all Glycolic stick to the hair heat protectant and texturiser in one to the lipstick that really doesn't move, there are so many things to tell you about. Enjoy finding out about these greta new releases.

My guest today is the utterly brilliant Melissa Leong. Melissa is an Australian freelance food writer, food critic, television host and radio broadcaster. She is currently a judge on a series called Dessert Masters  and was previously a judge on  MasterChef Australia. In 2020 she was named Who Magazine's Sexiest Person of the year. And luckily for us, Melissa is also incredibly eloquent and passio...

Welcome to my tiny Monday episode. This week I'm waxing lyrical about the benefits of press on nails and which brands I love xx

In this episode I get to know Denny Daily who is a Beauty and Grooming Expert at the Good Housekeeping Institute. During the episode we explore the many elements involved in testing a product at the Institute and why once a beauty product has been highly rated by them, there is every reason for us to trust that it is worth spending our money on as consumers (something that is incredibly important...

In this week's minipod I cover quite a lot in a shirt space of time including: My search for the ultimate, hydrating undereye concealer that doesn't settle in lines and stays put The glowy base of my dreams How I'm taking advice from The Glucose Goddess in my bid to sort out my pre-diabetes The questios we all need to be asking skincare influencers and more... Enjoy Outspoken Beauties xx

Bryony is back for a  post Easter treat to make you laugh, cry and to answer all of your most pressing beauty questions. In this episode we're talking: Taking photos without people realising (we've been assured that nothing untoward has taken place by Tom the editor who is taking the place of Chris this week...thank God!) Our books of the moment (Bryony is not nice about my most worthy literary ch...

Joshua Fletcher aka Anxiety Josh is one of my heroes. When I look back at my life and consider the people who really changed it, he will be up there. (When I was in the throes of the worst anxiety imaginable I reached out to him and he not only offered me support and SUCH wisdom but ended up inspiring me to finally get out of the house, after months of hiding in anxiety hell, and get on the tube t...

Hormones, phones, pre-diabetes, burgundy eyeliners and fragrances that make you feel like you're on a dream holiday in Positano....what more could you want from a minipod on Good Friday?! Enjoy my weekly catch up and don't forget to email me nicola@outspokenbeauty.co.uk if you'd like to be a member of the Outspoken Beauty Trialling Panel.

It is such a pleasure to welcome Aimee Connolly, the founder of Sculpted By Aimee, back on Outspoken Beauty. During the episode we reflect on how far she has come and delve into how she is building her beauty empire. Aimee also talks about what her brand stands for and why making makeup easy and accessible is so important to her. We also have a chat about how Aimee juggles her brand and what she d...