

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!
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Oct 10, 2025 • 20min
Beauty News and Views with Perdita Nouril - Shark Hydra-Facials and Fabulous Trinny
This week Perdita is telling us about the new Shark Hyrdra-Facial tool that is meant to be almost as good as going to a salon. We're also talking about the latest launch from Trinny and the very embarrassing injury that Perdi suffered after making too many cocktails (plus the product that helped heal her).

Oct 8, 2025 • 12min
The Outspoken Review - Skincare, Lashes and Cushion Foundation
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm chatting about an exciting lash launch I went to this week, an impressive skincare brand with robust science and my first experience of cushion foundation.

Oct 6, 2025 • 41min
Outspoken Mental Health (Kids) - Ben West, The Truly Incredible Mental Health Campaigner
*This episode is part of a huge collaboration with Dr Paw Paw. Together we're raising loads of money for the kids mental health charity Young Minds and raising awareness about mental health*Trigger Warning: Ben's brother took his own life and this is referenced in the episodeI can't believe October is finally here. I've been SO eager to get my collaboration with Dr Paw Paw started. This month we have a huge event with Anxiety Josh where we'll be talking about how to keep our mental health healthy and what to do when things get hard. We'll also be selling special Outspoken Beauty X Dr Paw Paw lip-balm sets with 100% of profits going to Young Minds. Finally, we have this series of Outspoken Mental Health where we're focusing on helping children.This first episode is with one of the most prolific and truly incredible mental health campaigners in the UK, Ben West.Ben's story was shaped by the loss of his younger brother to suicide. This spurred him on to take his life in a whole new direction and try to make much needed changes in the mental health arena.Ben has lobbied government and works tirelessly to make improvements in the education system. He has also written "This Book Could Save Your Life" which is an incredibly powerful and important read.It is an absolute honour to start the series with his story and I am so grateful to him for the way he has shared it so honestly.If you or someone you know needs help then this is the number for Samaritans: 116 123. They also provide online chat.Young Minds provide support to parents and children. Their number is 0808 802 5544 Ben mentions https://hubofhope.co.uk/ during the episode. It provides info about local mental health support.

Oct 4, 2025 • 50min
Bryony and Nicola - Bathing With A Duck, The Best Thing Bryony's Ever Done and Newness From Aimee Connolly
It's Bryony time and this week we're talking about:The best adventure of Bryony's lifeThe woman who (we think) baths with ducksAimee Connolly's amazing new cushion foundationIBSBeauty worth buyingand lots moreEnjoy lovely Outspoken Beauties xx

Oct 3, 2025 • 12min
Love Your Vulva, Combatting Constipation and Waffle Bunny Goes Rogue
Poor Perdita is ill so you're stuck with little old me. Prepare to hear about a brand new supplement that promises to solve constipation, the book that will tell you everything you need to know about your intimate health, why Waffle the rabbit is super intelligent and also REALLY naughty and I'll also tell you about the gorgeous spa that went a little bit too far!xx

Oct 1, 2025 • 14min
The Outspoken Review: The Products I'd Buy From Space NK Oxford Street
I was in London today and paid the new flagship Space NK another visit.There are a good few brand that talk a good talk but don't necessarily offer value for money BUT there are also some absolute gems.In this episode I'll talk you through the products that I rate and love.

Sep 28, 2025 • 38min
Eirinie Carson - The Dead Are Gods
I did this interview in 2023 and somehow misplaced it. I'm so relieved that I found it a file today as it's absolutely brilliant.Eirinie Carson is the most incredible author and ex-model. Two years ago her book (which was celebrated by the likes of Oprah) The Dead are Gods was published. It was her way of coming to terms with and making sense of the death of her best friend and it's absolutely beautiful.During the episode we talk about her feelings towards the modelling years, what it felt like to lose her friend and how she has processed her grief.This episode is for all of us and Eirinie is the most amazing woman!

Sep 27, 2025 • 22min
Beauty News and Views With Perdita Nouril - Polyglutamic Acid over Hyaluronic Acid and Perdita's Skincare Routine
Beauty Editor Perdi is back and this week we're discussing her current skincare routine, why she'll choose Polyglutamic Acid over Hyaluronic Acid any day and we're also chatting all things Charlotte Tilbury fragrance.Enjoy!

Sep 24, 2025 • 12min
The Outspoken Review - Bunnies, Bases and Blimmin' Brilliant Makeup
In this week's Outspoken Review I'm talking about the luxe base that doesn't live up to it's promises and the far more affordable alternatives that really deliver.I'll also chat through one of my top makeup brands of the moment plus tell you about a huge collaboration I have coming up in October.Finally I'll tell you why life with Waffle the bunny is proving to be loads of fun.Enjoy Outspoken Beauties xx

Sep 20, 2025 • 42min
Bryony and Nicola - Val Garland, The Haunted House and The UK's Best Manicure
Wahooooo Bryony is back!!We have so much to catch up on including:Bryony's crazy and incredible event interviewing the one and only Val GarlandExciting newness from WeledaMy 100% haunted housePotentially the best manicure in the UKBryony's LA adventuresand so much more.Enjoy :0) xx


