Outspoken Beauty
Nicola Bonn
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!
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!
Episodes
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Mar 5, 2026 • 18min
Perdita Nouril - The Weekly Beauty Editorial
Beauty editor Perdita Nouril is back with all the latest news and views.This week we're talking about Perdita's exciting meeting with Euphoria makeup artist Doniella Davy as well as the band new, peptide laden iteration of Charlotte Tilbury's Magic Cream. Perdita also chats about Love Story on Disney + and how the aesthetic is influencing the beauty industry. Plus, a huge collagen study has just been published and we're exploring whether it really is the miracle everyone claims it to be.Love my weekly catch up with Perdita. She really knows her stuff!
Mar 4, 2026 • 13min
Best CC/BB Creams and an Important Message
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm delving into my favourite BB/CC Creams.I'm also talking about something incredibly important that I'd love you to get involved with!
Feb 27, 2026 • 52min
Dr Marine Vincent - Love French Pharmacies? Then You Need To Listen To This
Dr Marine Vincent, pharmacist and founder of The French Pharmacy and author of The French Skincare Bible, shares her journey from pharmacy training to building a Marylebone retail concept. She talks about French pharmacy culture, skin barrier-first skincare, sourcing challenges after Brexit, cult French staples and joyful, simple routines.
Feb 25, 2026 • 12min
The Outspoken Review - Products of The Week (including the serum that's given me a serious glow)
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.
Feb 22, 2026 • 31min
Bryony and Nicola - Bryony The Parisian, Vinted Addiction and Beauty Recommendations
They chat about a Paris trip full of cafes, fashion and influencer moments. A Vinted selling obsession and tips for decluttering. Wild sexual mishaps including a strange medical phenomenon and vibrator reviews. Beauty finds from indie pop-ups, shade-matching tech, hybrid skincare-makeup and must-have mascaras and liners. Plus quirky stories about a miracle electrician and fun family games.
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Feb 20, 2026 • 11min
Skincare Ingredient 101
A deep dive into trending skincare actives and why ingredient literacy matters. Short explanations of peptides, retinoids and vitamin C and how they’re used. Talks about barrier-supporting lipids, ectoin and hyaluronic acid for hydration. Covers niacinamide, caffeine for the eye area, collagen supplements and the emerging PDRN repair trend.
Feb 17, 2026 • 9min
The Outspoken Review - Incredible Female Founded Makeup Brands
A lively tour of a Covent Garden pop-up showcasing female-founded makeup and skincare-makeup hybrids. Highlights include AI-custom foundation tech, tubing mascara that promises no clumps, silk eyeliners and balmy lip treats. Conversation also touches on backing independent founders and mindful, ethics-driven beauty shopping.
Feb 15, 2026 • 51min
Trinny Woodall - Fascinating Skincare, The Future of AI and So Much More
Trinny Woodall, entrepreneur and founder of Trinny London known for makeup-turned-skincare expertise. She talks skincare formulation and star ingredients, the science behind delivery systems like exosomes, how AI is shaping beauty businesses, mental health routines and fascia/lymphatic facial work, plus ethics, fertility concerns and practical longevity habits.
Feb 13, 2026 • 17min
Perdita Nouril: Winter Hair 101 and The Amazing Japanese Manicure
Perdita Nouril, journalist and hair-care expert offering practical tips and product picks. She explains why winter stresses hair and how to prioritize scalp health. Hear recommendations on scalp scrubs, trims, lightweight hydration, K18 bond-repair use, affordable product options, dry-shampoo and silk-pillowcase tips. Also covers the gentle Japanese manicure and nail aftercare.
Feb 11, 2026 • 11min
The Outspoken Review - A Fabulous Lip Launch and Your Skin But Better Scents
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm talking about a fabulous new hybrid lip tint that I'm obsessed with. I also talk about a brilliant body product and the perfect your skin but better scents.I'll also be talking about why beauty is booming and a brilliant perspective on current world affairs from Tova Leigh.
