Outspoken Beauty

Laura Capon - Life at Cosmo, Shunning Fashion and Makeup Passion

11 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I get to know beauty journalist extraordinaire and ex Cosmo girl Laura Capon.Laura tells us about her journey from working in insuranc...

Minipod - Great Skin Tips and Products of The Week

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I'm fresh from a treatment with Queen of Skin and my lovely friend Pam Marshall. During my appointment Pam reminded me of some ...

Alex Steinherr - My Beauty Habits Reloaded

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm returning to my first ever episode of My Beauty Habits. It's with the brilliant Alex Steinherr and is one of my most popular episodes.Al...

Jenny Packham - Dresses, Princess Kate and Industry Shockers

03 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I get to meet one of my favourite fashion designers, the exceptionally talented Jenny Packham.Jenny is not only one of Kate Middleton'...

Minipod - The Big Beauty Tech Edit

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I chat through some of the beauty tech that I really love and also question a couple of purchases that perhaps have been a litt...

Bryony and Nicola - Vending Machines, Beach Bums and Beauty Edits

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 hol...

Minipod - My Current Beauty Icons

27 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 hav...

Minipod - Makeup I've Packed For My Holiday

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

French Pharmacy Minipod

20 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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.Du...

Bryony and Nicola - Ice in Unexpected Places, The Polite Flick and Our Beauty Edit

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Minipod - My Top Hair Products

13 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 b...

Minipod - My Holiday Picks

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Pamela Marshall - The No BS Skin Genius Returns

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 sk...

Andrea Mclean - This Girl Is On Fire

06 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Minipod - Perfect Summer Fragrances and Skincare Routine Reminders

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Bryony and Nicola - Animal Impressions, Vulva Interviews and Our Beauty Edit

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 han...

Annabelle Knight - Dating and Mating

30 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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, th...

Outspoken Mental Health - When Beauty and Mental Health Come Together

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*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...

Amy Christiansen Si-Ahmed - Fragrance With Heart

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I get to know Amy Christiansen Si-Ahmed, the incredible founder of the first socially conscious luxury fragrance brand, Sana Jardin.Am...

Lily Earle - Life's Not Always Pretty

23 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Minipod - Products That Really Make A Difference

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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/ill...

Nicola and Bryony - Feeling Hot, Unexpected Nipples and The Ultimate Glow

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 unex...

Dr Natalia Spierings - The Opinionated Dermatologist

16 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat to consultant dermatologist Dr Natalia Spierings. Natalia, who is the author of "Skintelligent - What You Really Need To Know T...

Outspoken Mental Health - Gok Wan's Story

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*Outspoken Mental Health is sponsored and supported by Dermalogica*In this, the penultimate episode of Outspoken Mental Health, I have the most incred...

Minipod - General Catch Up

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Zareefa Arije - From Loss Comes Beauty

09 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 s...

Minipod - Spectacular Serum, The Scrub of Dreams and Fabulous Fashion

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

Bryony and Nicola - Monks, Menopausal Breath and Our Beauty Edit

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Enitan Agidee - The Hair Coach

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Outspoken Mental Health - Dr Aziza Sesay Guides Us

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*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 @talkswi...

Angela Caglia - The Hollywood Facialist

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 client...

Adele Parks MBE - One Last Secret and A Love For Beauty

25 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 O...

Outspoken Mental Health - The Things That Are Helping Me

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*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 o...

Bryony and Nicola - Relationship Cards, Fragrant Fun and Fabulous Beauty

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

Royal Scents, Scandalous Portraits & Sports Car Club With Penhaligons

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is in partnership with @PenhaligonsIn this quintessentially British adventure the amazing Suzy Nightingale and I explore Penhaligon's roy...

Outspoken Mental Health - My Story, With Special Guest Interviewer Victoria Woodhall

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*Outspoken Mental Health is sponsored and supported by Dermalogica*I'm so excited to finally be able to share Outspoken Mental Health with you. This f...

Donna Ida - My Beauty Habits

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of My Beauty Habits I speak to queen of denim Donna Ida.Donna fist came to my attention when I interviewed Trish McEvoy who not only w...

Michelle Freyre - The Global President of Clinique

11 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I have the pleasure of getting to know Michelle Freyre, the Global President of Clinique.Michelle tells me how her passion for beauty ...

Minipod - Sunscreen Special

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's minipod I talk you through my favourite SPF brands. From the cool, cult ones to the high quality but brilliantly affordable one, this i...

Bryony and Nicola - Magic Mike, Hungry Shorts and Beauty Products of The Week

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another episode with the glorious Bryony Blake. This week we're talking about the importance of communication, "fanny chomping shorts" (...

Lucia Ferrari - Hormones, Fragrance and Tinted Moisturisers

04 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's an absolute pleasure to welcome back beauty journalist extraordinaire (Harpers, Evening Standard) Lucia Ferrari.In this episode we're talking hor...

Minipod - Hydrating Serum, Omega 3's and Intense Rose

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

in this week's Minipod I'm talking about a serum that is both affordable and beautifully hydrating. I also talk about the importance of taking charge ...

Cosmopolitan's Beauty Director Victoria Jowett - My Beauty Habits

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of My Beauty Habits I'm speaking to Cosmo's Beauty Director, the lovely Victoria Jowett.We chat about how the magazine has changed sin...

Trinny Woodall - Words of Wisdom and Sensational Skincare

28 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I welcome back the fabulous Trinny Woodall. In this episode we're talking about what we do when we feel a bit below par and how we try...

Minipod - The Scent of Paris, Shower Gel of Dreams and My HRT Patch

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's minipod I talk about a great meditation tip that I've picked up from my new yoga class. It's then time to delve into this week's produc...

Bryony and Nicola - When Spanx Go Wrong, The Fluorescent Suit and Beauty Recommendations

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bryony Blake is back and in this episode we're talking about Bryony's unfortunate Spanx related incident in a train loo, Nicola's similar experience i...

Lorraine Dallmeier - How To Formulate Your Own Beauty Products and Start Your Own Brand

21 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat to Lorraine Dallmeier , Biologist, Chartered Environmentalist and the CEO of Formula Botanica, the award-winning online organic...

Minipod - The Perfect Spring Lipstick, A Fabulous Hat and Hormonal Skincare

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's minipod I briefly chat about the annoyance of having to get one's body "summer ready".Next I chat through an amazing lipstick that I di...

Torrey DeVitto - My Beauty Habits

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of My Beauty Habits I start with my first impressions of Sali Hughes' Revolution Skincare range. After that it's time to welcome my gu...

Let's Get Lippy!

14 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*This episode is in support of the amazing Eve Appeal, a charity whose mission it is to raise money for research about, raise awareness of and support...

Minipod - Crystals, The Smell of Summer and Sensual Candles

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I discuss my new, utterly delicious daily breakfast and how I make it.I also chat about the most uplifting room spray, a sensua...

Bryony and Nicola - White Dresses, The Annoying Itch and Our Beauty Edits

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bryony is back and she's going to a big awards ceremony. This leads to discussions about what she should and most definitely shouldn't wear. We also t...

Victoria Woodhall - Editor Life, The Incredible Benefits of Yoga and Tongue Scraping

07 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It is such a pleasure to finally get Victoria Woodhall on Outspoken Beauty. Victoria is a journalist and editor extraordinaire (she is the editor of G...

Minipod - The Affordable Mascara of Dreams, Powerful Skincare and Hairy Moments

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I tell you all about my favourite mascara of the moment (it's got me very excited because the quality and price are so incredib...

Dr Sophie Shotter - My Beauty Habits

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of My Beauty Habits (which you are going to LOVE), I'm joined by aesthetic doctor extraordinaire Sophie Shotter. Sophie has been my gu...

Dr Shirin Lakhani - From Aesthetics to Hormones to Incontinence

30 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I welcome the brilliant and multi-talented Dr and aesthetic practitioner Dr Shirin Lakhani. Dr Shirin, who can is the founder of Elite...

Minipod - This Week's Beauty Highlights

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's minipod I chat about Cat Deeley's perfume oil E11even and give my honest opinion. I also tell you about an amazing new haircare brand, ...

Bryony and Nicola - Homemade Burglar Alarms, The Missing Fridge and Beauty By The Bagful

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bryony's in Manchester and there are all sorts of strange things going on in her hotel....why won't they give her a fridge? How will she stop someone ...

Alison Cork - My Body My Choice!

23 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat to presenter and interiors specialist Alison Cork. Post-menopausal and in her late 50's, Alison decided to transform her body, ...

Minipod - Radical Rose, The Makeup Brush of Dreams and A Skin Superhero

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this minipod I chat about a makeup brush that I couldn't be without, delve into the world of a rose fragrance that will make you the envy of all wh...

Minipod - Monika Blunder, Orange Blossom Galore and A Fabulous Balmy Brand

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this my final Easter holiday Minipod (business resumes as usual from Friday), I talk about some more standout products.From the brilliant small ind...

Easter Minipod - Products That Make Me Feel Brand New

16 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this short Easter special I go through the products that really have the power to transform me and make me feel like brand new which I think is wha...

Minipod: Tilbury, Dare and The Sophisticated Scent Of Summer

14 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I talk about a beautiful double shaded green eyeliner, the most perfect summer scent, the ultimate hair texturiser (that smells...

Bryony and Nicola - Paris, Grey Pubes and Ravishing Recommendations

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Bryony and I discuss that moment when you discover your first grey pubic hair and what this means going forward. There's also chat of ...

Dr Rangan Chatterjee - Happy Mind, Happy Life

09 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so happy to be able to say that I finally have the brilliant Dr Rangan Chatterjee on the podcast.Dr Rangan who is a GP, author, TV presenter and p...

Minipod - Healthy Hair, Plush Lips and The Perfect Shade of Rosebud

07 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I talk you through my products of the week and I've got some truly brilliant ones in store.There's the perfect rose lipstick, a...

Dr Maryam Zamani - My Beauty Habits

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of My Beauty Habits I welcome back the brilliant aesthetic doctor Maryam Zamani.Maryam and I have a great chat about her favourite ski...

Andrew Fitzsimons - Adele, The Kardashians and A Real Life Hairytale

02 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I speak to the man who is perhaps best known for being hairstylist to the Kardashians, the thoroughly lovely Andrew Fitzsimons.Andrew ...

Minipod - Brilliant Brows, Artful Lashes and Super Soft Hands

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I talk you through some of the brilliant products that I've been testing recently. From the most amazing brow pencil to an artf...

Sophie Louise Hughes - My Beauty Habits

29 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of My Beauty Habits I'm joined by model, entrepreneur and all round amazing woman Sophie Louise Hughes.Sophie's life changed when she ...

Jo Elvin - Make A Change!

26 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I welcome back the incredible Jo Elvin. Jo was the editor-in-chief of Glamour Magazine for 17 years and most recently the editor of YO...

Minipod - Beauty Picks Of The Week

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's minipod I talk about a couple of new products on the block including a super hydrating serum and a shampoo that makes your hair glow. I...

Bryony and Nicola - The Wrong Tights, Riding The Donkey and Beauty Galore!

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode makeup artist extraordinaire and all round lovely lady Bryony Blake is back and we're chatting about botox, riding donkeys (and sister...

Sam Farmer - Cut The Beauty BS!

19 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I welcome back one of the beauty industry's most informed and opinionated members - the brilliant brand founder and Vice President of ...

Calming Our Vegus Nerve With Sensate

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*The episode is in partnership with Sensate*One of the things that has really been helping me to relax recently is a genius bit of tech called a Sensa...

Bryony and Nicola - Resetting With Our Mums and Aromatherapy Associates

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*This episode is in partnership with Aromatherapy Associates*In this episode Bryony Blake and I are joined by our gorgeous mums Francesca and Louise f...

An Intimate Chat With The Speakmans

12 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I meet Nic and Eva Speakman aka The Speakmans. Nic and Eva have been therapists for over 20 years and have changed many lives.During t...

Minipod - What's In My Beauty Bag?

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I delve into my beauty bag of wonders and pick out 5 products that I've been trying, testing and loving.From an amazing pre-bio...

Jasmina Vico - The Holistic, Instinctive Skin Guru

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined once again by the brilliant skin health specialist Jasmina Vico. Jasmina is the woman behind the skin of the likes of Jodie...

Dija Ayodele - Skin Education For Everyone

05 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I welcome back the brilliant aesthetician and author Dija Ayodele.Since our last episode, Dija has written one of my favourite ever sk...

Tried and Thoroughly Tested With Becki Murray - Retinols

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Tried and Thoroughly Tested, phenomenal beauty science journalist Becki Murray talks us through the two mild retinols that have per...

Bryony and Nicola - Bad Snogs, The Adonis That Never Was and Brilliant Beauty

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Bryony and I chat about everything from Bryony'd fear of mice and rats to camel hooves to my worst ever kiss (with the most beautiful ...

Sarah Chapman Returns

26 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode the amazing skincare expert Sarah Chapman returns to the podcast. (She was first my guest way back at the start).During the episode we...

Aurelia - The Power of Probiotic Skincare

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*This episode is in partnership with Aurelia Skincare*In this episode I take a deep dive into the gorgeous skincare brand Aurelia and find out what ma...

Vogue Williams - My Beauty Habits

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I chat to the brilliant Vogue Williams (I've been wanting to get her on the podcast for so long).Vogue and I chat all things podcasts,...

Marina Mansour - The Democratisation of Beauty

19 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I get to know the amazing Marina Mansour. Marina is head of beauty at Kyra, a company that specialises in understanding and working w...

Minipod - A Feisty Book, The Bader Debate and A Wonder Mask

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's Minipod I recommend a brilliant book by a very feisty woman indeed. I also tell you about a sublime perfume oil, I look at both sides o...

Bryony and Nicola - Naughty Dogs, Posing for the Postman and our Beauty Edit

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bryony is back and in this episode we're talking about see through leggings, naughty dogs, posing for the postman and why sometimes you just need to t...

Minipod - New Beauty Launches

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're having a week off Tried and Tested (it will be back next Friday) so today it's another episode of the Minipod with little old me.This week I'm g...

Shannon Peter - My Beauty Habits

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Bryony is having a much needed week off and will be back next week but do not fear, I have an amazing guest in store for you!My guest this week is the...

Sali Hughes - A Fragrance For Everything

05 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I am SO excited to share this episode with you. Sali Hughes is back and this time she joins me and Suzy Nightingale for an episode of On The Scent.If ...

Minipod - 5 Really Fabulous Products

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's minipod I talk about some of my favourite products at the moment from the most amazing serum that does it all to a perfume that is perf...

Estee Lalonde - My Beauty (and bathing) Habits

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined once again by the fabulous Estee Lalonde.This time we're delving into her beauty rituals with a big focus on her love of ba...

We Should All Be Able To Access The Experts! - OSB x GetHarley

29 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

*This episode is in partnership with GetHarley*In this episode I introduce you to an amazing platform that makes some of the best skin experts in the ...

Minipod - Tried and Thoroughly Tested With Becki Murray

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Science journalist and beauty tester Becki Murray joins me for another episode of "Tried and Thoroughly Tested."In this episode Becki has been putting...

Nicola and Bryony - Strange Cab Journeys, David Walliams and Recommendations Galore

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Bryony Blake is back and we're talking about her life as a makeup artist and her current work with the brilliant David Walliams on Bri...

Faye Speedie - Doing Right By Yourself!

22 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I get to know the truly inspiring Faye Speedie. Faye was forced to take a step back from her high powered role in the beauty industry ...

Minipod - Anxiety, Algae and Leggings of Joy

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's minipod I talk a bit about the high levels of anxiety that I have been experiencing and what I'm doing to try and get them under contro...

Suzy Nightingale - My Beauty Habits

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode of My Beauty Habits my guest is the amazing fragrance journalist and expert and my great friend and co-host of The On The Scent...

Dr Julie Smith - Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?

15 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking to psychologist Dr Julie Smith.Julie has made it her mission to spread her knowledge of mental health ...