Homespa Meant to Be Podcast with Dr Mike Van Thielen. In this podcast episode we discuss Hydroheal and the benefits of molecular hydrogen with Dr Mike Van Thielen, a returning guest who is an expert in many areas (including Biohacking) and was a joy to speak to.

We're also very pleased to share that the podcast has been listed on Feedspot as one of the 70 best beauty podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/beauty_podcasts/ We're also listed as one of the 20 best British beauty and makeup podcasts: https://podcast.feedspot.com/british_beauty_and_makeup_podcasts/

Francoise Pascal is such an impressive woman to talk to! We spoke primarily about her new play, 'My Wife Fell In Love With A Life Size Cardboard Cut-out of Ronan Keating; by PT Rose, which she is starring in and co-producing with Karen Struel-White. As you'll discover, this is the first play that has tempted Francoise back to the the stage for years, so it must be good! There are memories of Mind Your Language, The Iron Rose and Burke & Hare plus thoughts on working with Peter Sellers, Barry Evan, Derren Nesbitt to name a few. What a career! Play website: https://rkplay.net/index.html Franciose website: https://francoisepascal.co.uk/ Radio Show: https://francoisepascal.co.uk/radio-f...

I had a great conversation with Sandy and learned so many key points about the importance of personal branding. If you've struggled with projecting your authentic self in business (and in life!) then sit back, relax and let Sandy introduce you to the reasons why you need to start sharing the authentic you in every aspect of life. You can connect with Sandy and find out more about personal branding here: https://www.sandyinfocus.com/links https://www.instagram.com/sandyinfocus/?hl=en

If you don't know Lizzie Webb as the exercise queen of1980s breakfast television, you're about to find out! Nicknamed Mad Lizzie, Lizzie has recently released her book, "Mad About The Boys" and it covers a fascinating career, from teaching the 'difficult' kids in a tough comprehensive to volunteering to help rehabilitate young offenders through exercise when it seemed that no-one else cared. We also talk about the crazy experience of TV-AM (the huge breakfast tv show that she featured on for ten years) and the celebrity encounters that followed though her development of her phenomenally popular segment of the show. You can buy the book online and in book shops or via Amazon: Amazon UK: https://amzn.to/3P2G124 Amazon US https://amzn.to/3Lbc5A0 Here's a classic clip of Lizzie exercising with Take That: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_uKomUCh_CE

I really enjoyed speaking with Claire, co-founder of Dycpher, as she really knows her stuff when it comes to creating makeup! We talk about the importance of colour matching, confidence, colour science and makeup for everyone. The innovative website means that you can create your own bespoke foundation in less than 60 seconds. If you'd like to customise your own foundation, you can visit the website to find out more: https://dcypher.me/ I was gifted the opportunity to use the website and select a foundation to suit me before our conversation. It was so easy and I'm counting down to the concealer launch so that I can find the perfect colour for me!

I really enjoyed talking with Dr Mike and felt very inspired to up my biohacking game after our chat! Remember that everyone has a different medical journey and you should speak with your healthcare professional if you need to check anything regarding your health. You can discover more about Dr Mike Van Thielen via his website: https://mvtonline.com/

Angie Best knows her subject inside out!

From working as a fitness instructor to the stars since the 1970s to writing successful books and developing innovative products, listening to what Angie has to say about health and wellness is fascinating. Let me know your thoughts on what you do to keep well and if anything Angie shares strikes a chord with you :) You can view Angie's products and blogs on her website https://www.absolutebest.uk/ Angie has a great Instagram where she shares lots of information and wellness guidance: https://www.instagram.com/angiebestofficial/?hl=en

Dr Brian Cotter and his brother Dr James Cotter have successful Sisu clinics in multiple global locations and now they've added a new skincare and wellness line. I've been fortunate to try the Bio-Cellulose Sheet Mask and it was a pleasure to use, very hydrating and noticeably brightening. We spoke about the formulation of the masks and the new collagen supplement (the quality of which relates to my favourite quote from Dr Cotter's mum - good food is cheap medicine). It was interesting to hear from the expert directly what's involved in creating premium products at affordable prices and I hope you find it as useful as I did. You can find out more about these products & your nearest clinic on the website: https://www.sisuclinic.com/

Have you ever found that a certain song, voice or noise helps you to instantly relax? Wayne Altman, founder of Melody Clouds has a fascinating story to tell and it starts with overcoming Tinnitus. I learned a lot about the power of beats, frequency and tones through our chat and you can discover more for yourself on the Melody Clouds website (including details for the app): https://melodyclouds.com/

There are skincare brands and there are skincare brands created by true experts in their fields. Kat Burki is one of those people. Kat is an innovator in clinically proven whole nutrition skincare. As Kat explains in our chat, her skincare products are formulated to target the skin from the first application and you don't need to be a product fanatic to see results from the start. If you're new to the brand, here's an idea of how impressed I am. How many makeup removers perform so beautifully that you carry out your facial massage before removing it? The Nourishing Oil Makeup Remover contains the most beautiful cold pressed botanicals and is so lightweight that I would happily use it regardless of whether there's any makeup or sunscreen requiring removal! There's a lot of information about products and skin health on Kat's website: https://www.katburki.com/ You can also keep up to date with the brand on the official Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/katburkiskincare/

I had the pleasure of speaking to my first returning guest (or as I like to say, repeat customer) Kris Franken. Kris is such a warm and open person and it surprised me to know that she used to be a beauty editor in the high pressure world of glossy magazines. Kris shares her memories of writing for a successful publication and the balance of keeping your integrity intact while enjoying the perks and balancing the requirements of a tough, highly sought after job.

https://www.krisfranken.com/

On the latest episode of The Homspa Beauty Meant To Be Podcast speaking to Ian Ogilvy was a joy!  He is funny, witty and extremely interesting to talk to.  I have known him as a respected actor since I can remember but it's through reading his memoir, Once A Saint, that I discovered just how fascinating a life he has lead.  I also discovered there were many films I hadn't watched - I used to think that Ian began his career in the 1970s, so it's a credit to him that he doesn't look mature enough to have began a decade earlier!

I thoroughly recommend his memoir as not only is he a great actor, he's a talented author too.  I'm currently reading Withering Slights and I'll never look at cinematic reviews in quite the same way again!

World of Books has a varied collection of Ian's books, many of which I purchased from here:
https://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/author/ian-ogilvy

If you are interested in sun care, you're in for a treat. Arielle Moody was great fun to chat with and embodies spirituality within the entrepreneurial field, something that's inspiring and engaging in today's busy world! You can discover the brand at: https://www.shopmamasol.com/

I had a great chat with Molly Chanson about her upcoming book (out in May 2023): Yoga Wise: 365 days of yoga inspired teachings to transform your life. Molly has such a refreshing approach to yoga and it was so insightful to hear from an expert how to get the best from yoga, no matter your experience. The book's not just about the physical practise, there's so much more. You can discover more about Molly's work on her website https://www.mollychanson.com/

It was so much fun speaking with Kris as she managed to inspire and calm instantaneously!  Kris is spiritual in the most accessible way and I can see why she writes books.  If we had more time I would have loved to delve deeper into her connection with other beings as it's completely fascinating to me.

In this episode we discuss her new book, Wildhearted Purpose, and the connections that we have with nature in various stages of our lives. 

You can order the book and discover more about Kris on her website https://www.krisfranken.com/

Hi everyone, I'm pleased to share a very special episode of the podcast with you today, sponsored by Shhh...Menopause Wellness.  Marva Williams has an unbelievably stressful story to tell, but rather than allowing it to consume her, it became the making of her and inspired her to create Shhh...Menopause Wellness. Whether you have been affected by menopause yourself, are peri, post or know someone who is going through it presently, you'd be wise to listen to what Marva has learned.

She has worked to create a range that tackles two of the big issues affecting many people; sleep and pain management (obviously you should always speak to your GP about your condition and there is no medical advice contained in this podcast).

The added benefit of the range is that it can be useful if you're also going through issues that could be helped by the targeted ingredients contained.

You can visit this link for more information on the range plus your free e-book and discount code: 

https://keap.page/nle447/v3tmpl-shhh-e-book-landing-page.html

Hi everyone, I hope you're keeping safe and well in this particuarly weird time.  I thought we could take our minds off this strange festive season with a fun trip back to the 1970s to chat about some of the most popular skincare products, makeup trends and hair styles that are still in vogue today.  I'm a bit of a history geek when it comes to popular culture of the last 50-60 years and I retain far too much information that I love to share with anyone who matches my love of these decades!  Do you have any favourite 70s styles or some memories that you'd love to share in the comments?

It was so insightful to speak with Shai about his new book.  As I've mentioned, every answer he gave me lead to so many more questions!    Meditation is such a fascinating subject for those of us who really connect with it, so who better to speak to than a true expert.

You can buy Shai's books and discover more about everything he does on his website: https://shaitubali.com/

I thoroughly enjoyed talking with Jake Rosenberg, entrepreneur and creator of Krete Skincare.  If you are interested in skincare and want to know how someone overcame a life-changing event to create a product line, you need to listen! 

It was so refreshing to hear someone talk about the realities of releasing products (including pricing and industry attitudes) and cut through the nonsense that so often engulfs this industry.  Jake keeps it real and is very inspiring! 

Check out Krete 30 second skincare :  https://krete.club/

It was so much fun chatting with Emily about her new book, The Taste of Joy.  What a story!

Emily paints a wonderful picture of the people, sights, sounds and flavours of Malta and you can discover much more of this refreshingly different approach to life in the book, which you can purchase here: https://www.emilyafrancisbooks.com/books 

If you listen to the podcast you'll also discover Emily's background in health and wellness and the wide selection of books also available on her website (such as Whole Body Healing and Stretch Therapy). 

What a talented lady!

In this episode we talk about the challenges and experiences of being a beauty industry entrepreneur, Wahne's fabulous advice for developing your confidence and believing in yourself plus everything you need to know about Soul Balm Sisters and how it came to be!

You can view the product range here:  https://soulbalmsisters.com/

Hi everyone, it was such a pleasure to chat with Masuda about her book and the huge amount of knowledge that she has acquired throughout her career.  It  was simultaneously calming and inspiring to talk to Masuda about the book and her experiences and I hope that you enjoy listening to our talk.

You can discover more about Masuda and the book here:  https://www.masudamohamadi.com/

Hi everyone, I had such a great time chatting with Alise Marie about her beautiful book, The Beauty Witch's Secrets.  I learned a lot about taking the time to get to know yourself, plus the benefits of seeing self-care as rituals to be enjoyed and embraced.

If you'd like to purchase the book or discover more from Alise Marie, you can visit her website:  https://www.thebeautywitch.com/

Home use lasers are going to be a game changer in the not too distant future and this episode focuses on all of the benefits that they can bring to you in the comfort of your own home. Exciting times! You can discover more here: https://www.niraskin.com/en-gb

Hi everyone, I had such a good time chatting with Nicola of My Revolution, the app where you can book beauty on demand. Nicola, with her co-founder Jason Iliffe and now alongside Revolution Beauty founder Adam Minto, has worked hard to create a very successful tech company from the ground up.   

From building a business to getting acquired, Nicola discusses the highs and realities of creating a young tech start up that's making waves worldwide.    

You can download the app from your go-to store and visit the website: https://www.revolutionbeauty.com/uk/en/my-rev

Hi everyone, I had such a good time talking to Dr Ahmed for this podcast.  Not only is he extremely funny but he's also so understanding and empathetic.  No wonder he is so sought after in the aesthetics world!

You can follow Dr Ahmed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaestheticsdoctor

As with Zoom recordings, you might hear a little drop in sound here and there or see a mini-delay in video replay but it doesn't distract from how engaging and warm Dr Ahmed is.  I look forward to seeing his future success!

Hi everyone, I think you'll enjoy this podcast chat! Everything you thought you knew about perms, all the memories you have of school, curly haired celebs and decades gone by...prepare to think again!  Janine Jarman, celebrity stylist and salon owner knows a lot about hair and chats me through her reinvention of the perm, how Curl Cult is leading the way and why it's much more than just a curl in your hair. 

You can read more about Curl Cult here:https://www.curlcult.com/

Hi everyone, I had a great time chatting with Grace about her fabulous makeup range, Studio 10.  I said in the introduction that Grace has timed a face of makeup at under 6 minutes but it's actually possible in under 2!  Having tried a selection myself (I'm wearing it during our chat), I can say that it's very comfortable, strong formulations and a wonderfully positive concept.  We cover a lot of ground and Grace has definitely created a brand with big things to come!  

You can check out the range and everything Studio 10 here: https://studio10beauty.com/

Hi everyone, I'm continuing on with the DIY podcasts of some simple massage moves you can use at home without visuals.  My goal is that you can continue to follow along and/or relax as I chat.  Remember that although I talk about moving with the hair, it's great for hairless heads too and can help to maintain that healthy scalp.  Feel free to let me know if you are still enjoying this style of podcast and I will continue.

Hi everyone, I was asked if I could create a podcast of some simple massage moves you can use at home and I didn't know if it would translate easily without visuals.  My goal is that you can follow along and/or relax and I hope that I have succeeded!  Feel free to let me know if you like this style of podcast and I can do more. I will always do my best to fulfil a request if I can.

Hi everyone, how often can you speak to someone who is still very active in their chosen profession and is not only winning awards for their work but also running an academy to help future generations develop their skills?  As you'll hear during our chat, I really got into a lot of Derren's past work during lockdown when my industry shut down completely.  I've always loved the history of makeup and one of my favourite things to do is watch shows from different decades and work out how the hair and makeup was created to fit the filming techniques of the time (I know it's geeky!).

Derren very kindly agreed to chat with me about his experiences since joining the industry in the late 1950s and not only are we in for a treat regarding his work with several Hollywood icons, he also has a fabulous memory for detail and was able to reminisce about some shows that are fresh in my lockdown memory.  Derren and his wife Miranda also run the very successful New Era Academy and it's perfect for young people who are looking to develop their confidence and performing skills.

You can view the website here: https://www.facebook.com/NewEraAcademyExaminations/

Hi everyone, I am thrilled to share my chat with fashion icon Barbara Hulanicki with you.  This lady has a well-deserved OBE for services to  the fashion industry, was celebrated by CEW with a lifetime achievement  award for her innovative cosmetics lines (which have always included  products for EVERYONE!) and continues to be a powerhouse in her creative  field.

We chat Biba, her new Hula collection with BrandLab, creating the  cosmetics that people wanted but couldn't buy, a particular footwear  item that Barbara would like to evolve and a whole lot more.  I hope you  enjoy it and here's the link to the virtual showroom for Hula which is  great fun to visit: https://bit.ly/3uq71ww

Hi everyone, my mission with my podcast chats is to bring attention to people who have interesting stories to tell and are creating products and/or resources that align with the health and wellness industry.  Who'd have thought that tequila was on the list?  Cleo Rocos is famous for her acting, presenting, producing and guest appearances in a number of shows, most famously The Kenny Everett show.

She is one of the friendliest, most upbeat people walking the planet and has so many crazy stories to tell (including sneaking Princess Diana into a club with Freddie Mercury and Kenny Everett!).    I wanted to discover where her passion for creating a drinks brand came from, why she's focused on a healthier approach and how she maintains her positive outlook as an entrepreneur in such a tough industry.

You can discover the Tequila, cocktails and Agave syrup here: https://aquariva.co.uk/

Hi everyone, I was thrilled to speak with Glynis Barber about her website: https://agelessbyglynisbarber.com/

This really is a one-stop shop for everything health and wellness and the email newsletter is a must if you're interested in looking after yourself and appreciate thoughtfully written, helpful articles.  Glynis is so famous for her acting and voiceover work (and no doubt you'll have a favourite role that she's played) that Ageless is probably the best way to understand exactly why she continues to look so healthy and ageless herself!

On this episode of the Meant To Be podcast we speak with Maria Marlowe on the Gut-Brain-Skin connection, how it relates to your skin and how to improve it. You can read more about Maria on her website: https://mariamarlowe.com/

Hi everyone, my chat with Jasmin from Ohana CBD Skincare covers a lot of ground, from her refusal to let MS stop her achieving her ambitions to the launch of a skincare range that is bringing a very different angle to this highly competitive market. I hope you enjoy it! 

You can view the skincare range here: https://ohana-cbd.com/

Hi everyone, I've been consuming a lot of skincare content online over the past few months and it's got me thinking about what I personally look out for when I'm listing to product and/or skincare routine chats.  Just my own thoughts and not in any way recommendations for you.  I think we need to be our own wellness bosses and not elevate anyone else to that position.  You got this x  If you like this video please like, share and subscribe to the channel for more. Don't forget to click the notification bell. A huge thank you to my Patrons for their continued support.

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It was very interesting discovering the benefits of the Beauterra app during my chat with Natalie and Andreena. From booking appointments as a client to leaving feedback as a treatment provider, I found out that this can be used by therapists, makeup artists, hair stylists, tattoo artists...the list goes on!

Anxiety Meditation.

Hi everyone! As someone who enjoys meditation, relaxation and yoga, I thought you might like me to share this very easy introduction into calming your mind and relaxing your body. If you'd like to see more of this type of relaxation video please leave me a comment below.

Music: Ambiment by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

Hi everyone, some of you have asked me to do some videos which include my makeup work and also more about eponymous.shop, the online store I co-run which focuses on bringing independent brands to the forefront (an idea which came about through working with so many small indies as a makeup artist).

I've brought the two together for this podcast chat, discussing what I'll bring in my handbag when I'm working with clients (in addition to my kit bags) plus I've included some answers from handbag designer Sarah Haran, an inspiring lady I've become friends with through Eponymous. Not only does Sarah have an amazing story, she designs beautiful, functional bags too. They are investments for life and mine is still going strong and it's a good few years old now! 

This isn't sponsored but I have included a few images which link to the Eponymous shop. There are no affiliate links but if you were to purchase from the shop, you should know that I have an involvement in that :) You can view the video version on my YouTube Channel.

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