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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Jan 17, 2026 • 29min
Mummy Bonn's New Year Words of Wisdom
She's back with words of wisdom and positivity. It's my very own mum, Francesca.During the episode we're chatting about the importance of little moments of positivity, going on solo adventures and having passions whatever your age.Mum also chats about some of her current favourite beauty products and we giggle about my first leg wax and the naughty thing my mum did at the hairdressers.Oh and Poppy makes a little appearance too :0)Enjoy xx
Jan 16, 2026 • 29min
Perdita Nouril - 2026 Beauty Trends and Predictions
Lovely beauty editor Perdita Nouril is back and in this episode we're chatting through beauty trends and predictions for 2026.Perdita is giving us her views on what will be big in skincare this year (most of it is actually really exciting) and I'll be chatting a bit about makeup and skincare.I love talking to Perdita. She's the ultimate, honest beauty expert. Enjoy this episode Outspoken Beauties xx
Jan 14, 2026 • 12min
The Outspoken Review: The Best Advice From My Therapist, Bright Colours and Positivity For January
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm chatting about the changes we're making to our house (much to the disgust of the children), why I'm embracing bright colours, some brilliant advice from my therapist about letting go of worries and negative thinking and lots more.Hope this gives you a mid-week smile xx
Jan 10, 2026 • 40min
Bryony and Nicola - Bryony's Big Adventure
Bryony is back from her big Thailand adventure and she's telling us all her news.We're also catching up on some of my festive misadventures that involved me misbehaving somewhere where I really shouldn't have.There is of course lots of beauty news too.You'll love this episode.
Jan 7, 2026 • 11min
The Outspoken Review - Feelgood Bits For The First Week of January and More Thoughts About The Zip Halo
In the first week of January, there’s a focus on finding joy amidst the post-holiday blues. Nicola highlights cozy habits, like fairy lights, that enhance mood. She recommends the uplifting book, 'Joy Chose You,' emphasizing the beauty of aging. The Tiny Joy Project encourages gratitude to boost mental health. Beauty picks include luxurious body care and skin brightening products. Nicola shares her experience with the Zip Halo, noting improvements alongside some skin challenges, and expresses a desire to interview its founder.
Jan 3, 2026 • 38min
Maxine Laceby - The Founder Who Came Into Her Own in Her 60's and Wants us to Know That We Can do Anything at any Age!
Having seen Maxine Laceby do the most inspiring talk recently, I knew that I had to get her on as my first guest of 2026.Maxine is the founder of Absolute Collagen and started her phenomenally successful business in her 60's. Her message is clear...we can do anything at any age and we can't let outdated ageism stop us.I hope that you feel energised and inspired by this wonderful woman.
Dec 27, 2025 • 19min
What's In My Christmas Beauty Bag Twixmas Special
Join Nicola as she reveals her must-have beauty products for the holiday season. Discover her thoughts on the innovative Ziip Halo device, her favorite luxe cleansing balm, and a standout retinal serum. She loves a fresh fragrance that counters festive heaviness and shares her planner pick for the new year. Nicola also discusses the importance of hydration with her go-to barrier cream and haircare essentials. Get ready for a delightful blend of beauty tips and holiday charm!
Dec 23, 2025 • 12min
Getting Pensive on Christmas Eve
In this minipod I'm reflecting on some of the things that I've learnt this year and also talking about where I'm at with my relationship with beauty.Thanks for being the very best community. As I say in the episode, some of you have been listening since the very beginning in 2018 and that means so much!Merry Christmas gorgeous Outspoken Beauties xx
Dec 20, 2025 • 39min
A Festive Beauty Catch Up With Suzy Nightingale
In this episode I'm joined by my On The Scent Podcast co-host Suzy Nightingale for a pre-Christmas catch up Outspoken Beauty style.Suzy always has amazing beauty recommendations and during the episode she shares some of her top beauty picks from the year with some really excellent and affordable skincare that has made a huge difference to her skin and makeup products that she can't get enough of (of all which I now want).This is a lovely episode. Enjoy it Outspoken Beauties!
Dec 19, 2025 • 13min
Feelgood December - Emmanuelle Moeglin: The Founder of The Experimental Perfume Club
It's my final episode of Feelgood December and today I'm chatting to the founder of the most creative and original fragrance destination I've ever been lucky enough to step foot in, The Experimental Perfume Club.Emmanuelle Moeglin is a top perfumer who wanted to do things a bit differently. She created EPC to enable us customers to get hands on with fragrance and combine her creations to make something that is personalised.I love the way that Emmanuelle took a risk and did something totally different. That risk has most definitely paid off! Enjoy getting to know this wonderful woman xx
