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The relationship we all have with our reflections. Sarah Jossel sits down to talk beauty with everyone from A-list stars to those reshaping the industry. As The Sunday Times Style columnist and beauty director-at-large, Sarah has interviewed some of the biggest names in the industry. But behind the glamour, there's always been a more honest, unfiltered side of the conversation. Join Sarah to learn what the stars really think, as well as their beauty tips and secrets.
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- 2 weeks ago13 min
Are the latest skincare innovations worth the money? | Expert Edit
Are new skincare treatments worth the investment? The Sunday Times beauty editors Sarah Jossel and Phoebe McDowell share their verdict on the latest innovations on The Beauty Desk's Expert Edit.They dive into the newest breakthroughs transforming the skincare industry and evaluate which aesthetic treatments deliver real results. From high-tech skin-tightening like Xerf to polynucleotide injections (PDRN), they break down whether each trending skincare treatment is a genuine game-changer or just clever marketing.Plus, Phoebe shares the dramatic reality of suffering a severe allergic reaction to one skincare treatment...If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to press follow at the top of your podcast app so you never miss an episode.You might also want to try our other episodes:Trinny Woodall on botox, anti-ageing and filler regretsJessie Ware on the skincare treatments she's not afraid to tryYou can also watch The Beauty Desk on The Sunday Times Style’s YouTube channel here.Hosts: Sarah Jossel and Phoebe McDowellProducers: Joshua Arnold and Emilia GillThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 weeks ago34 min
Mahalia on body image, teenage makeup mishaps and getting over heartbreak
How does R&B singer Mahalia navigate body image, self-confidence and the pressures of the music industry?Speaking to Sarah Jossel on The Beauty Desk she shares her beauty favourites, how she's gained confidence within herself and her upcoming album The Five Stages of Heartbreak.In this deeply personal conversation Mahalia reflects on makeup mishaps, hilarious sixth-form clubbing memories in Birmingham, and shares how her body image has evolved. She opens up about her thoughts on ageing, navigating single life in LA and embracing being alone, as well as how she uses her experiences to write music.Plus, she shares the beauty favourites and holy grail products that make up her daily skincare routine.If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to press follow at the top of your podcast app so you never miss an episode.You might also want to try our other episodes:Victoria Beckham on her multi-million dollar makeup brand and feeling 'not good enough'Jessie Ware on the skincare treatments she's not afraid to tryYou can also watch The Beauty Desk on The Sunday Times Style’s YouTube channel here.Host: Sarah JosselProducers: Joshua ArnoldThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Oct 7, 202637 min
Lorna Luxe on hair loss, grief, and finding comfort in makeup
Can beauty be a lifeline in tough times?Lorna Luxe opens up about coping with hair loss, navigating grief, and how daily skincare and makeup rituals provided comfort during her hardest year.In this candid conversation on The Beauty Desk, influencer and 98 Beauty founder Lorna Luxe speaks with Sarah Jossel about the loss of her husband, John. She shares how her skincare routine and makeup became essential sources of comfort, confidence and emotional wellness while processing her grief.Lorna reflects on her journey to becoming a prominent beauty founder, building an authentic social media following by going on camera without makeup, and her personal experience with hair loss and hair extensions. And she discusses how managing hair loss led to the development of her own dedicated haircare line.She also reveals what she'd never do on a plane as former cabin crew...If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to press follow at the top of your podcast app so you never miss an episode.You might also want to try our other episodes:Victoria Beckham on her multi-million dollar makeup brand and feeling 'not good enough'Trinny Woodall on botox, anti-ageing and filler regretsYou can also watch The Beauty Desk on The Sunday Times Style’s YouTube channel here.Host: Sarah JosselProducers: Joshua Arnold and Shabnam GrewalThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 30, 202638 min
Emily English on overcoming an eating disorder and nutrition as skincare
Should nutrition be a step in your beauty routine?Nutritionist Emily English (Em The Nutritionist) joins Sarah Jossel on The Beauty Desk to share her skincare routine, her experience overcoming an eating disorder, and wellness tips. In this very honest conversation, Emily opens up about her personal journey of eating disorder recovery and how she's built a healthy relationship with food. She also breaks down common nutrition myths, debunks the pressure for perfection, and shares why guilt-free eating and moderation are key to true health - and beauty!If you enjoyed this, make sure to follow so you never miss an episode.You can also watch The Beauty Desk on The Sunday Times Style’s YouTube channelHost: Sarah JosselProducers: Joshua Arnold and Shabnam GrewalThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 23, 202630 min
Jessie Ware on the skincare treatments she's not afraid to try
What goes into the ultimate Jessie Ware skincare routine? Singer-songwriter and Table Manners co-host Jessie Ware joins Sarah Jossel on The Beauty Desk to spill her beauty secrets, ride-or-die products, and favourite aesthetic treatments.From her frank thoughts on anti-ageing products to her go-to daily formulas, it turns out Jessie is the ultimate beauty junkie. In this candid catch-up, she breaks down every step of the Jessie Ware skincare routine, why her mum Lennie Ware always chastises her for not wearing enough makeup, and what she really does to keep her skin glowing.If you enjoyed this, make sure to follow so you never miss an episode.You can also watch The Beauty Desk on The Sunday Times Style’s YouTube channel Host: Sarah JosselProducers: Joshua Arnold and Shabnam GrewalThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 16, 202628 min
Kelly Rowland on nightmare nineties beauty trends and doing her makeup with Beyoncé
This episode is in paid partnership with Olay. Music icon, entrepreneur, and self-confessed beauty junkie Kelly Rowland joins Sarah Jossel on The Beauty Desk to reveal her biggest beauty mistakes — from burning her skin off as a teenager - to her 90s Destiny’s Child style regrets and triumphs. In this live episode Kelly Rowland breaks down her daily skincare routine, beauty secrets, and her skincare evolution since her years as a nineties pop star, to turning 40. Unpacking her worst beauty mistakes and teenage skincare errors, she shares her holy grail skincare products, powerful advice on confidence - as well as her experience dealing with social media scrutiny in today’s cancel culture and the power of saying no.If you enjoyed this, make sure to follow so you never miss an episode.You can watch The Beauty Desk on The Sunday Times Style’s YouTube channel Host: Sarah JosselProducers: Joshua ArnoldThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 11, 202631 min
Cassandra Grey on beauty founder secrets, anti-ageing and skincare gadgets
Beauty founder Cassandra Grey joins Sarah Jossel on The Beauty Desk to reveal her ultimate morning routine, anti-ageing skincare secrets, and top beauty tools.As the visionary behind Violet Grey, Cassandra Grey built one of the most influential beauty destinations in the world. Now, she shares her beauty must-haves, her perspective on anti-aging treatments and her honest thoughts on the high-tech skincare gadgets that genuinely work.In this candid conversation, Cassandra Grey opens up about life as a beauty founder, navigating grief, raising her son Jules as a widow, and why she remains determined to “stay hot”.If you enjoyed this, make sure to follow so you never miss an episode.You can watch The Beauty Desk on The Sunday Times Style’s YouTube channel Host: Sarah JosselProducers: Joshua Arnold and Shabnam GrewalThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Sep 9, 202630 min
David Gandy on male grooming, anti-ageing and fitness secrets
Supermodel David Gandy joins Sarah Jossel on The Beauty Desk to share his male grooming routine, anti-ageing tips, and ultimate fitness secrets.David Gandy has fronted some of the world's most iconic fashion and fragrance campaigns. In this episode, he opens up about what beauty, fitness, and confidence mean to men as they age, the skincare routine products he swears by and the spray tan artist he trusts.Sharing his honest thoughts on tweakments and aesthetic treatments, David Gandy offers a refreshing look at male grooming.Plus, in this open conversation, he also discusses men's mental health, navigating the manosphere, raising daughters, and whether he’s mastered the perfect ponytail.If you enjoyed this, make sure to follow so you never miss an episode.You can watch The Beauty Desk on The Sunday Times Style’s YouTube channel Host: Sarah JosselProducers: Joshua Arnold and Shabnam GrewalThis podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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