Beauty Island

What does it take to launch not one but three successful businesses? And write a book or two along the way? Lisa Teh is the founder of Australian fashion and lifestyle blog Couturing, digital marketing agency Tailor Group, co-author of two books, Australian Style and Australian Beauty and most recently co-founder of beauty brand 101 Lifestyle which recently launched in Mecca. Oh and an influencer with a particular love for white dresses. She is lovely. She invited me to her instagram-worthy Melbourne-home where we ate pizza and talked about her career change from tax to fashion, taking the leap in launching a business or idea, the value of a great business partner, eloping to Paris, having Toni Maticevski design your wedding dress, whether Australia is making improvements when it comes to diversity in the beauty industry, carving a career in digital and the people and beauty products that have shaped her story. She even sent me home with a ziplock bag of the hair mask she recommended to try myself! Follow Lisa: Instagram: @lisacouturing Buy her book Australian Beauty: http://bit.ly/2TllKXV Try 101 Lifestyle: http://bit.ly/2zgFOlS Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @brittanybeautybts Email: beautyislandpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to It's A Beauty! Newsletter for no BS beauty reviews, tips and tricks. (It's free!): http://bit.ly/2OE05XB Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. Products Lisa spoke about: 101 Lifestyle On-The-Go Essentials Kit: http://bit.ly/2qSAv7O Stila Smudge Pot in Black: http://bit.ly/2Pw3rBf Edible Beauty Desert Lime Flawless Micro Exfoliant: http://bit.ly/2BdjBXi DIPTYQUE Philosykos EDT: http://bit.ly/2FqHuij Tom Ford Neroli Portofino: http://bit.ly/2zesy15 Christophe Robin Regenerating Mask with Rare Prickly Pear Seed Oil: http://bit.ly/2S4v6pR Innisfree My Squeeze Aloe Mask: http://bit.ly/2ONEZG0 IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream: http://bit.ly/ITcosmetics L'Oreal Paris Double Extend Mascara Sound effects obtained from

A foundation actually saved Michelle's life once. No, that's not an exaggeration. The beauty blogger, better known as LabMuffin Beauty Science has a PhD in chemistry, which she uses to give a unique, entertaining and informative reviews and articles on your favourite beauty products. With over 60,000 followers on Instagram alone (and a blog, series of e-books and a YouTube channel to boot) she's the one you go-to for scientific-based evidence and explanations of bold beauty claims, myths and confusing and complex ingredients. We talked about the beauty myth that is absolute BS, the claim brands make that makes her blood boil, how a MAC foundation literally saved her life (it's a brilliant story!), diversity in the beauty industry (or lack thereof), her struggles to achieve unicorn pastel hair until the invention of olaplaex, the most exciting innovations we're seeing in the beauty space, the difference between chemical and physical sunscreens, whether natural products are actually better for you, how Donald Trump is boosting the self-care skincare industry (yes, really!) and how pole classes have helped her love her body. You'll definitely learn something new from this episode - I know I did! Follow Michelle: Read her blog LabMuffin Beauty Science Download her free e-book on chemical exfoliation Follow her on Instagram Watch her on YouTube Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @brittanybeautybts Email: beautyislandpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to It's A Beauty! Newsletter for no BS beauty reviews, tips and tricks. (It's free!): http://bit.ly/2OE05XB Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. Michelle's chosen products: •Black eyeliner pencil •Akin Rosehip Oil: http://bit.ly/2AYvG2H •Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid: http://bit.ly/2T3mpx9 •0.05% Tretinoin Cream: Prescription only •MAC Cosmetics Studio Tech Foundation: http://bit.ly/2PnDovN •Biore Aqua Rich Watery Essence: Not available in Australia •Olaplex: Available at salons, with at-home treatments, shampoos and conditioners available to purchase •YSL Baby Doll: http://bit.ly/2FhCHjg Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain

What's it like leaving your 'dream job'? This week host Brittany Stewart sits down with Offline podcast host and former Group Publisher of Who What Wear, Popsugar, Byrdie and MyDomaine, Alison Rice. Alison is a digital publishing pioneer, responsible for launching a number of huge US media brands in Australia during her time at Allure Media. As a journalist, editor, digital strategist, leader, mentor, career advice columnist and now podcast host, she has some fascinating insights into what it takes to be 'successful' in your career AND life. Whether you're deciding what you want to do, contemplating a change of career path or need some inspiration to put your hand up for that next step, this is a must-listen. Alison talked about failing her HSC, getting a foot in the door of the industry, the reality behind her glamorous job in women's lifestyle media, her obsession with launching things, the importance of mentors and mentoring, the problems with the cult of the 'Lady Boss', imposter syndrome, how she manifested her success, her decision to walk away from her 'dream job', spirituality, and - of course - her favourite beauty products. It was a privilege to chat with her and hear her take and advice on a range of subjects. I know I'll be listening through again to write down all her brilliant advice! Follow Alison Rice: Offline the podcast: Listen to all episodes (also available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify) Instagram: @alisonlarsenrice Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @brittanybeautybts Email: beautyislandpodcast@gmail.com Listen to Alison's interview with Jeannie Bourke of Venustus Listen to Alison's interview with the Lady-Land podcast Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. Alison's chosen products: •IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC Cream: http://bit.ly/ITcosmetics •IT Cosmetics Foundation Brush: http://bit.ly/ITBrush •First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Skin Smoothie Priming Moisturiser: http://bit.ly/FABprimer •RMS Lip2Cheek: http://bit.ly/RMSduo •Kevyn Aucoin The Precision Brow Pencil: http://bit.ly/2qtsrda •Chanel No.5 Parfum: http://bit.ly/5Parfum •Venustus Cancer Rollerball Perfume: http://bit.ly/2Dk5aTH •Cosmedix Reflect Natural Sunscreen: http://bit.ly/CosReflect Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain

In episode five of Beauty Island, host Brittany Stewart sits down with Erika Geraerts. You might not know her name, but you definitely know what she's done. Erika was one of the founders of Frank Body, the coffee scrub beauty brand that's gone on to revolutionise the beauty space and make millions in the process. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. At just 29, Erika has done more than most people do in a lifetime - including founding a content agency, writing a children's book, opening a cafe, and launching two unique and successful beauty brands, including her latest baby, Fluff. It's unlike anything else you'll find in the beauty world - and no, not a speck of millennial pink in sight. Erika welcomed me into the very cool Fluff showroom-cum-office in Melbourne. We talked about her career, forging your own path, the logistics of launching a business, the definition of success, and the problems with the beauty industry as it currently is. We also talked about her decision to leave Frank and launch Fluff, why it's so different, why she ditched millenials for centennials (that's 16-22 year olds) as her ideal customer, her tattoos and much more. I hope you find our chat as fascinating as I did. (And her special products are so unique and interesting!) Follow Erika Geraerts: Instagram: @itsall.fluff Shop Fluff: Fluff Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @beautyislandpodcast Email: beautyislandpodcast@gmail.com Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. The links below are also not affiliate links - just provided for your ease if you'd like to check them out further. If at any time affiliate links or adverts appear in this podcast, they will be very clearly labelled. Erika's chosen Beauty Island products: •Black Afgano by Nasomatto: http://bit.ly/2Oahsiz •Coconut oil •Fluff Bronzing Powder: http://bit.ly/2Pwini4 •Agent Nateur Holi Oil: http://bit.ly/2z8PTjX •Agent Nateur Holi Stick Deodorant: http://bit.ly/2z7CZ5Y •Frank Body Lip Scrub: http://bit.ly/2CNq0dd •Mr Smith Sea Salt Spray: http://bit.ly/2JjCjPm •Little Company: http://bit.ly/2AvZtPH •Tattoos •The beach Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain

Did you know makeup artists rarely get paid to do makeup for celebrities? And that while doing a Vogue cover may bring you serious industry credit, it will barely make a difference to your bank account? In episode four of Beauty Island, host Brittany Stewart sits down with makeup artist Shev Kelly to discover these and many more industry gems, tips and stories. Siobhan (Shev) Kelly is the Global Makeup Artist for Napoleon Perdis. Over 14 years she's worked her way up from the store to her current multi-faceted role. She's bright, bubbly, a whole heap of fun and of course incredibly talented at what she does. We spoke about getting her break into the industry, why Instagram makeup won't take you far in the fashion world, what happened when she did Usher's makeup, the truth about working backstage at local and international fashion weeks, plus her best tips for the perfect red lip and lots more brilliant makeup tips and recommendations. She's a favourite of mine, so I hope you enjoy. Follow Shev Kelly: Instagram: @shevkellymua Twitter: @shevkellymua @napoleonperdis Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @beautyislandpodcast Email: beautyislandpodcast@gmail.com Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. The links below are also not affiliate links - just provided for your ease if you'd like to check them out further. If at any time affiliate links or adverts appear in this podcast, they will be very clearly labelled. Shev's chosen Beauty Island products. Kmart Eyeshadow Palette Sunflower by Elizabeth Arden: http://bit.ly/2xLU05S Le Tan Coconut Sunscreen SPF 50+: http://bit.ly/2CVGb8Z Hair Mascara Napoleon Perdis Stroke Of Genius Liquid Cashmere Foundation: http://bit.ly/2OzCZGv Napoleon Perdis Complex Skin Renewal Serum: http://bit.ly/2PMCsgM Kevin Murphy Doo Over: http://bit.ly/2yPgkez Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb: http://bit.ly/2AkCtDq Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain

In episode three of Beauty Island, host Brittany Stewart sits down with Gemma Watts. Gemma is a beauty writer, influencer, MC and host of fellow Aussie beauty podcast, the Glow Journal podcast. In a sea of fluffy beauty reviews, Gemma is a breath of fresh air. She's sarcastic, in the best way. After writing for fashion website Couturing and L'Oreal Paris Australia, she launched her own content agency two years ago, working with big brands like Simone Perele, Mecca and Myer. We talked about her love of (good!) fake tans, launching her own business, why she quit YouTube, her exciting new podcast, why she welcomes the term 'influencer', the rule she has before she reviews any beauty product and why she never wants to feel comfortable. She's intelligent and hilarious. I hope you enjoy. Follow Gemma Watts: Glow Journal: www.glowjournal.com Instagram: @gemkwatts Podcast: Search 'Glow Journal' on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @beautyislandpodcast Email: beautyislandpodcast@gmail.com Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. The links below are also not affiliate links - just provided for your ease if you'd like to check them out further. If at any time affiliate links or adverts appear in this podcast, they will be very clearly labelled. Gemma's chosen Beauty Island products. •Cedel Hairspray: http://bit.ly/2Ee901J •James Read tan: http://bit.ly/2NBF6nJ •Alpha H Liquid Gold: http://bit.ly/2P1gpGd •Kevyn Aucoin Celestial Skin Liquid Lighting: http://bit.ly/2OT4tG5 •Regular peels/in-salon treatments •Creme De La Mer: http://bit.ly/2QJcT0f •EMBRYOLISSE LAIT-CRÈME CONCENTRÉ MOISTURISER: http://bit.ly/2IRzsgh •YSL Paris: http://bit.ly/2IT4955 Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain

This is part 2 of host Brittany Stewart's chat with former Beauty and Health Director of the Australian Women's Weekly, Kelly Baker. If you haven't listened to part 1, I recommend scrolling down and doing so, then jumping back to this one. Name an Aussie publication and Kelly Baker has probably written for them. The journalist and editor has worked for the likes of New Idea, Body and Soul, Shop Til You Drop, the Australian Women's Weekly and Channel Nine, as well as her own beauty website The Beauty Insider. Kelly tells it like it is. She's seen a lot in her time in the industry. Along with her eight chosen products, we spoke about the hey days of magazines and what the industry is like now, why fashion is bitchier than beauty, the politics of the term 'anti-ageing', the taboo around botox and fillers and the reality of being a single parent and writing about it on the internet. She's had a fascinating career and has so many great insights. I hope you enjoy. Follow Kelly Baker: The Beauty Insider: http://beautyinsider.com.au Instagram: @the_beautyinsider Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @brittanybeautybts Email: brittanystewartmedia@gmail.com Read Kelly's articles on botox and single parenting. Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. The links below are also not affiliate links - just provided for your ease if you'd like to check them out further. If at any time affiliate links or adverts appear in this podcast, they will be very clearly labelled. Kelly's chosen Beauty Island products. •Maybelline Great Lash Mascara: http://bit.ly/2Nehfds •La Roche-Posay Sunscreen: http://bit.ly/2zXB2KR •St Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Water Mousse: http://bit.ly/2RAaWEH •Moroccan Oil Original: http://bit.ly/2RAa0Qp •Dune Eau De Toilette by Dior: http://bit.ly/2Pmbb4r •Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey: http://bit.ly/2E7o9Sw •Dior Rouge Vernis in Massai (#853): http://bit.ly/2Nr3Jn2 •Chanel Gardenia: http://bit.ly/2Rupohg Other products mentioned: La Mer Foundation: http://bit.ly/2E2BVGg La Mer concealer: http://bit.ly/2y8ep4Z Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain

Host Brittany Stewart sits down with former Beauty and Health Director of The Australian Women's Weekly Kelly Baker for episode two. In fact, there was so much to talk about, I had to split it into two parts. (So make sure you listen to this one, Part 1, first!) Name an Aussie publication and Kelly Baker has probably written for them. The journalist and editor has worked for the likes of New Idea, Body and Soul, Shop Til You Drop, the Australian Women's Weekly and Channel Nine, as well as her own beauty website The Beauty Insider. Kelly tells it like it is. She's seen a lot in her time in the industry. Along with her eight chosen products, we spoke about the hey days of magazines and what the industry is like now, why fashion is bitchier than beauty, the politics of the term 'anti-ageing', the taboo around botox and fillers and the reality of being a single parent and writing about it on the internet. She's had a fascinating career and has so many great insights. I hope you enjoy. Follow Kelly Baker: The Beauty Insider: http://beautyinsider.com.au Instagram: @the_beautyinsider Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @brittanybeautybts Email: brittanystewartmedia@gmail.com Read Kelly's articles on botox and single parenting. Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are honest recommendations, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. The links below are also not affiliate links - just provided for your ease if you'd like to check them out further. If at any time affiliate links or adverts appear in this podcast, they will be very clearly labelled. Kelly's chosen Beauty Island products. • Maybelline Great Lash Mascara: http://bit.ly/2Nehfds •La Roche-Posay Sunscreen: http://bit.ly/2zXB2KR •St Tropez Self Tan Bronzing Water Mousse: http://bit.ly/2RAaWEH •Moroccan Oil Original: http://bit.ly/2RAa0Qp •Dune Eau De Toilette by Dior: http://bit.ly/2Pmbb4r •Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey: http://bit.ly/2E7o9Sw •Dior Rouge Vernis in Massai (#853): http://bit.ly/2Nr3Jn2 •Chanel Gardenia: http://bit.ly/2Rupohg Other products mentioned: La Mer Foundation: http://bit.ly/2E2BVGg La Mer concealer: http://bit.ly/2y8ep4Z Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain

In episode one of Beauty Island, host and beauty journalist Brittany Stewart chats to beauty content creator, YouTuber, influencer and Studio 10 regular, Domenica Calarco. The 25 year-old, who has over 18,000 YouTube subscribers, is one of the most engaging, talented and refreshing beauty creators on the scene - and she's not afraid to call out the BS she sees in the beauty industry. She shared the eight (well, eight plus a few bonus!) products that have special meaning and memories for her, plus shared her thoughts on influencers and their love of filters, drama in the beauty industry, the truth about whether exxy products like La Mer are really worth it and what the life of a YouTuber is really like. Follow Domenica Calarco: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/domenica.calarco/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/VogueVandalBeauty/videos Follow Brittany Stewart: Instagram: @brittanybeautybts Please note - all beauty products mentioned in this episode are purely opinion, with no sponsored or advertised mentions. The links below are also not affiliate links - just provided for your ease if you'd like to check them out further. If at any time affiliate links are used, they will be very clearly labelled. Chosen Beauty Island products: •NARS Laguna Bronzing Powder: http://bit.ly/2xXLakE •MAC Mineralise Blush in Warm Soul: http://bit.ly/2xXLsrK •NARS Blush in Orgasm: http://bit.ly/2Ipt1AV •Sunflowers by Elizabeth Arden: http://bit.ly/2xLU05S •Omnilux Facials: https://omnilux.com.au •Mac Pro-Longwear Waterproof Brow Set: http://bit.ly/2NTPlIY •La Mer Creme De La Mer: https://www.cremedelamer.com.au •Lucas Paw Paw Ointment: http://bit.ly/2P32YlT Other products mentioned: •Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara: http://bit.ly/2QdZ4q8 •Dior Addict Lip Glow: http://bit.ly/2QkfQUK •Chanel Soleil Tan De Chanel: http://bit.ly/2QlLZvk •La Mer The Lip Balm: http://bit.ly/2xM5ohNg •Maybelline Great Lash Mascara: http://bit.ly/2Nehfds Sound effects obtained from Zapsplat Music: Dexter Britain

If you were relegated to a desert island, which eight beauty products would you take with? We're not talking sunscreen (although that's important too!) but rather the sentimental beauty products that have special memories for you. Like the lipstick your mum used to wear or the perfume that reminds you of the heady days of your teens. In Beauty Island, host Brittany Stewart chats to notable people inside and outside of the beauty industry about their lives, careers and relationships, bookmarked by the beauty products that have shaped them into who they are today.