Outspoken Beauty

The Outspoken Review - Products of The Week (including the serum that's given me a serious glow)

Feb 25, 2026
A breezy run-through of beauty wins and wardrobe comfort. She talks teen-friendly skincare and warnings about viral, unsuitable products. A hydrating serum that’s creating a glow makes the cut. There's a deep dive into barrier cream, comfortable Stripe & Stare knickers, a handy nail pen, and a mood-lifting hair colour refresh.
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ANECDOTE

Teaching Teens About Appropriate Skincare

  • Nicola Bonn ran five confidence and social media workshops for separated year groups and found the experience exhausting but rewarding.
  • She handed out Sam Farmer skincare tailored for teens and described how pupils loved the sebum-controlling face wash, mild shampoo, deodorant, spot stickers and moisturizer.
ADVICE

Use Anua Serum Nightly For A Hydration Glow

  • Try the Anua 100 Plus PDRN + Hyaluron serum as a nightly replacement for retinoids to boost hydration and dewiness fast.
  • Nicola used it every evening, received many compliments, and bought it from LookFantastic for about £16 for 30ml.
ADVICE

Choose Barrier Repair Over Aggressive Treatments

  • Embrace a less-is-more skincare approach focused on barrier repair rather than irritating active treatments.
  • Nicola is using Atobarrier 365 cream with ceramides and lipids to strengthen her skin barrier and avoid redness or soreness.
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