Outspoken Beauty

Val Garland is arguably the best makeup artist that the world has ever seen. She is an artist in the truest sense of the word and the way that she incorporates unexpected materials and use of colour in her work is a feast for the senses. She breaks boundaries and rules and is the woman that every model wants to be made up by and every makeup artist wants to be.In this episode of Outspoken Beauty Val takes us on a journey through brawls at fashion shows, unexpected experiences with Vivienne Westwood and never to be forgotten encounters with Kate Moss. She also shares her story...the kind of girl she was and how she grew to love working with makeup. Val and Nicola also talk about the meaning of beauty, why we wear makeup and she has some fantastic product tips for real women.Whether you're interested in makeup, art or just want to get to know a truly iconic woman, this is the episode for you!

Nicola is joined again by internationally renowned makeup artist Cher Webb for your mid-week guide to makeup. This episode is your ultimate guide to all things mascara and is brimming with product recommendations and tricks of the trade. Whether you want huge lashes without having to get extensions, are looking for the perfect lower lash mascara or want to learn how to curl your lashes to perfection this is the episode for you.To stay in touch with The Outspoken Beauty Podcast and find out about all the latest guests, product recommendations and gossip make sure you give us a follow on Instagram @Outspokenbeautypodcast

The girls are back!! Lisa Potter Dixon and Elle’s Beauty Director Sophie Beresiner are back for another #BackChatBeauty X Outspoken Beauty Special.In this episode the Lisa and Sophie join Nicola to answer all of the beauty questions that you’ve been asking on Instagram. Expect product recommendations galore, incredible makuep tips and a fair bit of raucousness. It’s a fun and really informative episode.For all the latest guest and episode news and for some great recommendations remember to follow us on Instagram @OutspokenBeautyPodcast xx

The Outspoken Beauty Ultimate Guide to Makeup is back and in this episode internationally acclaimed makeup artist Cher Webb joins Nicola to teach us everything there is to know about getting the glow. Whether you want your entire face to radiate with a dewy, healthy glow or are more into highlighting certain areas, Cher has the answers. With a huge amount of top product recommendations, easy to follow techniques and advice for different skin types, this mini podcast series tells you everything you need to know about makeup and more.

Georgia Toffolo aka Toff radiates happiness and positivity. She is a little ray of sunshine. However, beneath her positive outlook, she has been haunted for years by chronic acne which has made her feel so ashamed and insecure that at one point it even affected her relationship with her parents.Recently she made an incredibly brave decision and after years of artfully hiding it under makeup, she bared part of her face for the nation to see on national TV and then went totally bare faced on her YouTube Channel. By doing so she has helped thousands of fellow acne sufferers to feel better about themselves.In this episode she tells us her story and describes the events that led to this moment. We also have a wider conversation around beauty and life and all things Toff. She has the most effervescent personality and is an utterly brilliant listen!Nicola also chats to the founder of Blow LTD about fitting beauty into our crazy 24/7 lives and tells you about a brilliant evening skincare routine that will suit most skintypes.

The Outspoken Beauty Ultimate Guide to Makeup is a mid-week bitesize treat, guiding you in every aspect of applying makeup and the very best products to use for your skin type.Renowned makeup artist Cher Webb joins Nicola for this brand new series and this week they discuss everyhthing you could ever need to know about red lipstick.From application to the best colour for your skin tone and type to the very best red lippies on the market, this is your one stop shop for getting to grips with how to rock a red!All product links are at outspokenbeauty.co.uk and make sure you follow the Instagram @outspokenbeautypodcast 

They call her The Queen of Beauty and she's shared her unrivalled expertise with millions of women.  Nicola's guest this week is QVC's number one beauty expert, Alison Young.In this episode Alison shares her knowledge and opinions on the the beauty industry, botox and products. She is a firm believer that you can achieve fantastic skin with the right skincare regime and her advice is excellent.Nicola is also joined by the fabulous Lorna Radford with some more science based skincare advice and as ever Nicola will give you somne of the very best product recommendations.

When you hear the name Meg Matthews you often think of her marriage to Noel Gallagher, the Primrose Hill Set and her life as the ultimate party animal. Well in recent years things have changed. Meg was hit by the menopause in such a dramatic way that she didn't leave the house for three months. Her symptoms were overpowering and confusing and her GP didn't offer her the guidance that she needed.Now Meg is on a mission to tell her story, help educate other women and make the menopause manageable. In this episode she shares her story honestly and openly. A must listen for women of all ages.Nicola asks in house cosmetic scientist Lorna Radford the questions that you've been posting on Instagram and finally she recommends an incredible primer and a MAC blusher that will light up your face like a Christmas Tree (in a really good way!)

In this episode Nicola is 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 advice about letting go of what you no longer need and also a list of the beauty products that have made their own personal edits. They also talk about true friendship, being honest with their followers and changing your beauty habits to be more environmentally friendly.Nicola also reviews the most INCREDIBLE new brand. It's called Wild and Precious and has impressed Nicola so much that it is going to be taking permanent residence in her (newly edited) collection.Remember to subscribe, spread the word and rate us (it all really helps) and give us a follow on Instagram @outspokenbeautypodcast. For product links and more info check out outspokenbeauty.co.uk.

You've probably heard of Cult Beauty but you may not have heard of its co- founder Alexia Inge.In this episode, Nicola talks to a woman whose passion for beauty and knowledge of the industry is arguably second to none. Alexia talks about empowering women in the industry, the importance of honesty and integrity, supporting and loving Indie Brands and her favourite cult products. One of the industry's youngest and most successful cosmetic scientists, Lorna Radford is back to demystify cleansing balms and talk us through Emma Hardie Mariunga Balm and The Body Shop's Chamomile offering.Finally Nicola reviews her favourite products plus a not so impressive detoxifying mask that is for a very unexpected body part.If you like what we do remember to subscribe and rate us and for all the latest give us a follow on Instagram @Outspokenbeautypodcast and check out the website outspokenbeauty.co.uk.