Beauty Boss

Zoe Boikou is one beauty boss with a seriously inspiring story. Born in Greece, she moved to Germany with her family at a young age to escape a domestic violence situation. Having little means but great resourcefulness, she soon evolved from selling a handful of brushes on eBay to 300-plus signature makeup formulas, palettes and tools sold around the world. Most likely, you know ZOEVA for their incredibly luxe yet affordable makeup brushes. The company also partners with charities to support women dealing with homelessness, domestic violence and cancer. In today's episode, Zoe chats about what it's like building a purpose-driven beauty business, the importance of embracing your authentic self, and so much more!

Lou Teasdale and Lottie Tomlinson might just have the coolest friendship origin story EVER— they met on tour with One Direction. Lou was the boys' hair and makeup stylist and Lottie, of course, is Louis Tomlinson's younger sister. Lottie, who had an encyclopaedic knowledge of beauty herself, ended up becoming Lou's assistant and this dynamic duo have never looked back! Now, the besties have over 3 million followers each and work together on Tanologist, a game-changing vegan and cruelty-free tanning brand. In today's episode, we chat with Brit babes about what it's *really* like touring with the biggest band in the world, how they balance their friendship and creative partnership, their top tanning tips and so much more.

Brittney Lee Saunders is easily one of Australia's most recognisable influencers. With over 1 million subscribers and 600,000 Instagram followers, the world has fallen in love with her megawatt smile and down-to-earth nature. Since starting her YouTube channel in high school with her computer webcam, Brit has gone on to become a fully-fledged girlboss with two thriving fashion businesses — Fayt Label and Staple Swim. In today's episode, Brittney chats about her biggest business lessons, how her relationship with beauty has changed as she's gotten older, her newfound obsession with skincare so much more. Plus, hosts Jacqui and Alana share their fave multitasking beauty products RN!

Nawal Sari is an influencer redefining the modest fashion game. Since choosing to wear the hijab from high school, she’s become a voice for stylish and empowered Muslim women — which has seen her amass a following of over 130,000 on Instagram. Beautiful from the inside out, we’re obsessed with following Nawal for her chic style, gorgeous beauty looks and hilarious sense of humour. On today’s episode of Beauty Boss, we chat to the 21-year-old about how her Middle Eastern background has shaped her relationship with beauty, how she preps her skin before shooting Instagram content, how she gets *that* stunning glow and more. Plus, hosts Jacqui and Alana share their pretty, pink beauty picks of the week!

In today’s episode, we sit down with the effervescent Steph Prem. As a former winter Olympian, Steph is not only an uber-talented snow bunny, but also a motivational speaker, media commentator and the founder of a successful fitness empire, Studio PP. We chat to Steph about how an extreme back injury ignited her passion for health and wellness, the importance of self-care, releasing your inner beauty and her beauty essentials as an active girl on the go. Plus, Jacqui and Alana share their holy grail beauty products of the week — including the ‘Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, for lips!’

In today’s episode, we sit down with the inimitable Samantha Jade. First gracing our screens on The X-Factor in 2020, Sammy has gone on to become one of Australia’s most recognisable stars. Not only has she released hit after hit, but she’s also appeared on Home and Away and Neighbours and released a beauty collaboration with Models Prefer. In this candid chat, Sammy dishes on all things music, beauty and career.You can listen to Sammy's brand new song Bounce right here!!Follow Samantha on instagram @samanthajadeHosts: Jacqueline Mey and Alanah SmithProducers: Denis Duggan and Stacey HicksEmail us at beautyboss@pacificmags.com.auFollow us on Instagram - @beautybosspodcast

In today’s episode, we chat to beauty innovator and visionary, Iris Smit. Iris started her eyeliner stamp business Quick Flick while still at uni, turning a $300,000 Shark Tank grant into a multi-million dollar business. Now, at age 23, she’s launched her second beauty business, the Beauty Fridge. We chat to Iris about turning a gap in the market into an empire, the beauty influencers that inspire her, how to stop caring what other people think and more.Follow Iris on instagram @irisjadeHosts: Jacqueline Mey and Alanah SmithProducers: Denis Duggan and Stacey HicksEmail us at beautyboss@pacificmags.com.au Follow us on Instagram - @beautybosspodcast

In today’s episode, we sit down with the delightful Michelle Crossan. Originally from Ireland, this self-proclaimed beauty junkie has amassed over 200,000 followers as a YouTuber and mental health ambassador. We chat to Michelle about how a stint in hospital started her beauty blogging journey, the power of embracing imperfection online, the one beauty product she would use for the rest of her life and so much more! Jacqui and Alanah also share their holy grail sunscreen and brow products, and tips for knowing when it's time to throw out old makeup.Follow Michelle on instagram @michellecrossan_Hosts: Jacqueline Mey and Alanah SmithProducers: Denis Duggan and Stacey HicksEmail us at beautyboss@pacificmags.com.au Follow us on Instagram - @beautybosspodcast