Ep. 120: Going through my makeup stash and falling in love all over again

04/22/22 • 23 min

This week’s episode is a Shop my Stash episode; I feel like it's so easy to constantly scroll and buy makeup on social media platforms, often without really thinking and definitely not needing that new lipstick or blush. So I decided to open up my makeup stash and pick up the things that I sometimes take for granted but ultimately always go back to. It's a complete coincidence that this goes out on Earth Day, but what better time to think about how much we're consuming? I'd love to know what you think; do you feel the same? Is it almost too easy for us to shop? Or do you think it’s down to my poor willpower? Let me know over @beautymepodcast on Instagram or email me [email protected]. Do please rate and review if you enjoyed this episode. Products mentioned: Fenty Beauty Cheeks Out Freestyle Cream Bronzer: https://fentybeauty.com/products/cheeks-out-freestyle-cream-bronzer-teddy Danessa Myricks Balm Contour: Danessa Myricks Balm Contour: https://www.gurumakeupemporium.com/products/balm-contour Fenty Beauty Killawatt Highlighter Duo in Ginger Binge/Moscow Mule: https://www.boots.com/fenty-beauty-killawatt-freestyle-highlighter-duo-10263148 Nars Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser: https://www.narscosmetics.co.uk/en/pure-radiant-tinted-moisturiser-spf-30-pa/0194251013336.html Nars Bronzing Powder in Casino: https://www.asos.com/nars/nars-bronzing-powder-casino/prd/20639790 Nars powders: https://www.narscosmetics.co.uk/en/makeup/face/powders MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish in Global Glow: https://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/product/13849/30735/products/makeup/face/powder/mineralize-skinfinish?shade=Global_Glow Emolyne Metamorphosis Velvet Long-Wear Lip Definer in Morocco: https://www.emolyne.com/product/lip-definer/?attribute_pa_shade=morocco Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes! Mascara: https://www.charlottetilbury.com/uk/product/pillow-talk-push-up-lashes-mascara

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Ep. 119: Talking identity, Americanisms, the Metaverse and beauty culture with London author Navaz Batliwalla

This week’s guest is someone I’ve admired from afar for a very long time. While I can’t remember when or how I first discovered Navaz Batliwalla’s writing, I’ll always remember how much I love/d the name of her blog – Disneyrollergirl.

London-based Navaz is a writer who’s serious about her research (thank goodness!) and she loves to dive into a subject and write about the culture behind specific industries. Thus far she has written two successful books; one on fashion, the other is all about beauty. In 2016 she wrote The New Garconne; How to be a Modern Gentlewoman and last year, during the pandemic she wrote Face Values: The New Beauty Rituals and Skincare Secrets; featuring beautiful imagery and meaningful conversations, it’s a book I truly adore.

During my chat with Navaz, themes that come up include identity, Americanisms, the Metaverse, her writing process, social media and of course how beauty influenced her earlier years – I loved hearing her share about the time she and her sister dressed up as ‘80s British icon Boy George to go to the local greasy spoon café at a time when social media didn’t exist.

Enjoy this one; because I did! Be sure to tag myself and Navaz when you listen; you can find me @beautymepodcast and Navaz @disneyrollergirl. Let us know what you think and if you enjoyed, do please rate, review and/or subscribe. Also, have you checked out my newsletter yet? This week it’s all about that Rihanna cover shoot for US Vogue. You can sign up for free here: https://beautymenotes.substack.com See you next week!

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undefined - Ep. 121: TikTok's 'Fave Fragrance Aunty' and full-time therapist Funmi Monet on how to choose the right professional and when to seek help TW

Ep. 121: TikTok's 'Fave Fragrance Aunty' and full-time therapist Funmi Monet on how to choose the right professional and when to seek help TW

TW: Before I share details of this episode please be aware that we briefly mention suicide and abuse, so if that could be upsetting please feel free to listen to a different episode.

This week’s guest is content creator and licensed therapist Funmi Monet. While the Dallas, Texas-based creator has become known as TikTok’s ‘fave fragrance Aunty’ - she has over 200 perfumes in her collection - we end up spending way more time talking therapy. The former Bobbi Brown makeup artist really breaks down the value of therapy; why it’s important to see yourself in your therapist, the signs to look out for when it's time to seek professional help and how we should all learn to listen more. I really hope you gain something from this, and do please share this episode with anyone who might need it. Let me know if this resonates with you and tag me on Instagram @beautymepodcast when you’re listening.

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