Beauty Talk
Beauty Talk
Gritty Pretty
Welcome to Beauty Talk. Gritty Pretty’s podcast where we review the products you need to know, we interview some of the industry’s most respected and well-known names and we talk shop about the biggest trends in beauty. Beauty Talk | Gritty Pretty Radio. 
EP 135 | Kita Alexander On Her New Album And How Motherhood Has Shaped Her Career
In this episode of Beauty Talk, Rose Garnett (beauty editor) sits down with the cover star of Gritty Pretty Magazine's March 2024 issue–musician, Kita Alexander.She's Australia's answer to Dua Lipa with the lyrical prowess of Taylor Swift but what makes Kita Alexander even more impressive is that she is taking on the music industry with a husband and two kids in tow. On the precipice of launching her debut album, Young In Love!, the 28-year-old is getting comfortable with stepping into her authenticity and being real–and her fans are loving her for it.  Here, Kita and Rose chat about everything from trusting the universe to navigating motherhood and the inspiration behind her new album. Oh, and of course Kita also spilled on the beauty bits she cannot live without. PRODUCTS MENTIONED:MECCA MAX Brow Guru Clear Control GelLanolips 101 OintmentRMS UncoverUp ConcealerTAN-LUXE The GradualRMS Straight Up Volumising MascaraSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 4, 2024
26 min
EP 134 | Mx Skincare Founder Allison Pickering On Finding The Balance Between Luxury Formulas And Good-For-You Ingredients
In today's episode of Beauty Talk, Danielle Gay (editor) and Rose Garnett (beauty editor) kick things off the best way they know how, with budget and bougie! And Rose reveals the lifestyle budget pick that she thinks every girl should get behind. Danielle also sits down with the founder of Mx Skincare, Allison Pickering, to discuss all things business, beauty and building a brand. From staying true to your vision and formulating with perfection in mind, Allison was a breath of fresh air during this episode. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: BOUGIE:Danielle: Aesop B Triple C Facial Balancing Gel Rose: Medik8 Hydr8 B5 Intense BUDGET: Danielle: Rimmel Multi-Tasker Better Than Filters Rose: Boody G-String ALLISON: Shop Mx Skincare. Read Gritty Pretty's Aesop Real Reviews, here. Sign up to be a Gritty Pretty Real Reviews member, here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2024
45 min
EP 133 | Eleanor Pendleton & Rose Garnett Share Their 2024 Wellness Must-Haves
In today's episode of Beauty Talk, Eleanor Pendleton (founder & publisher) and Rose Garnett (beauty editor) start 2024 off with a bang and share their budget and bougie must-haves for the month of January. Spoiler: the girls agree that Dermalogica's reign on beauty cabinets everywhere is about to be back in a big way. The duo also chat through the wellness rituals they prioritise when life gets a little crazy. From weekly Pilates sessions to supplements and the body care rituals they swear by, no wellness stone was left unturned in this episode. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: BOUGIE Eleanor: WelleCo The Evening Elixir Rose: Dermalogica Pro-Collagen Banking Serum BUDGET Eleanor: Dermalogica Microfoliant Rose: Palmer's Coconut Oil Hydrate & Replenish Body OilSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 5, 2024
35 min
EP 132 | Dior's Diandra Politano On Superior Skin Care And Dior's Exciting New Launch
In today's episode of Beauty Talk, Danielle Gay (editor) sits down with Dior Beauty's Australian Skin Expert, Diandra Politano. The duo kick off with, of course, budget and bougie where Dani reveals the brand new fragrance that has become her new summer scent. The ladies also discuss Diandra's incredible career in skin. From how she landed her role with Dior to how the brand approaches its incredible formulations and why the brand's exciting new launch—the Dior Prestige Le Nectar Premier—is so special, no topic was left uncovered. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: BOUGIE: Diandra: Dior Prestige Le Nectar Premier, $950 Dani: Coach Love EDP, $168 BUDGET: Diandra: Beauty Of Joseon Sunscreen, $18.95 Dani: L'Occitane Shea Butter Shower Cream, $39See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 11, 2023
30 min
EP 131 | What Our Beauty Editors Are Giving For Christmas This Year
In today's episode of Beauty Talk, Danielle Gay (editor) and Rose Garnett (beauty editor) sit down and chat through their budget and bougie products of the week. And Rose reveals the skincare brand that has now expanded into hair care (and very good hair care at that).The duo also chat through their top three beauty gifts to give this festive season. Whether it's a luxury hair tool, a skincare kit featuring all the best products or a makeup product so good that the girls can almost guarantee everyone will love it, this list is a great starting point for your Christmas shopping.PRODUCTS MENTIONED:Bougie:DANI:CHANEL Les Beiges Water-Fresh Blush, $84ROSE:Guerlain Abeille Royale Shampoo + Conditioner, $138 eachBudget:DANI:QV Face Gentle Cleanser, $$12.99ROSE:All & Sundry Clean Cleanser, $45Christmas List:The Emma Lewisham Essentials, $150Dyson Airwrap in Blue Blush, $697KORA Organics Nourish & Glow Trio, $136Necessaire The Body Ritual Kit, $72The Ayu Perfume Testers, $75CHANEL Les Beiges Bronzing Cream, $73See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 21, 2023
32 min
EP 130 | Teresa Palmer On Breaking Down Boundaries & Living Sustainably
In today's episode of Beauty Talk, Rose Garnett (beauty editor) sits down with the cover star of Gritty Pretty's 2023 Sustainability Issue, Teresa Palmer! Known best for her roles in Point Break, Hacksaw Ridge and Ride Like A Girl, Palmer is one of the most seasoned and successful Australian acting exports. But beyond her passion for performance, Palmer is an avid spokesperson for living consciously and sustainably. A wellness brand founder (Love Well has supplements for everyone, young and old), Palmer speaks to Gritty Pretty about breaking down self-imposed barriers, her plant-based lifestyle and the wisdom she hopes to impart on her five children. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: Love Well ELEMENT, $49 Love Well LIFE, $49 KARPATI Q10 Nourishing Oil, $92 Emma Lewisham Supernatural Sleeping Mask, $130 Vegamour GRO Lash Serum, $118 Living Libations Blush Balm, $37.40See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 13, 2023
27 min
EP 129 | Rationale’s Founder Richard Parker On Respecting The Skin & Why Everyone Loves The Essential Six
In today’s episode of Beauty Talk, Danielle Gay (editor) and Lottie Dalziel (sustainability editor) chat through their budget and bougie products of the week. Who says beauty can’t be good for you and the environment? Dani also sits down with the founder of skincare brand Rationale, Richard Parker, to discuss how his brand has achieved icon status. From the ingredients he covets to the importance of respecting the skin and why everyone loves the Essential Six range so much, Parker laid it all out on the line. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 6, 2023
1 hr 9 min
EP 128 | Dentist Dr Rohan Wijey On Hismile's Innovative New Product & Game-Changing Ethos
In today's episode of Beauty Talk, Eleanor Pendleton (founder & publisher) and Rose Garnett (beauty editor) chat through their budget and bougie products of the week. And Eleanor reveals her top picks from two international beauty brands that are now (finally!) shipping to Australia. The duo also sit down with dentist and Hismile partner, Dr Rohan Wijey, to chat about why the shift from 'oral care' to 'smile care' is so important. From Hismile's new innovative product to the smile care hacks we all need to know about and the common mistakes you could be making, Dr Wijey was a wealth of knowledge. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: Bougie: ELEANOR: Glossier Future Dew, $51 ROSE: Rae Morris Invisible Mattifier, $80   Budget: ELEANOR: Sunnies Face Fluffmatte, $18 ROSE: Go-To Lips! Lip Balm, $15 Dr Rohan Wijey: Hismile V34 Colour Corrector, $35 Hismile PAP+ Whitening Strips, $29See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 23, 2023
45 min
EP 127 | By Terry Founder Terry de Gunzburg On Luxury Beauty & Superior Formulations
In today's episode of Beauty Talk, Danielle Gay (editor) and Rose Garnett (beauty editor) chat through their budget and bougie products of the week. And Rose reveals the hair brush that she uses to nail the '90s slick back bun. Rose also sits down with the founder of By Terry, Terry de Gunzburg, to chat all about her luxury beauty brand. From how she formulated the iconic Baume de Rose to her passion for superior ingredients and why skincare and makeup go hand-in-hand, the French founder spilt all the beauty tea.  PRODUCTS MENTIONED: Bougie: DANI: Rabanne FAME EDP, $215 ROSE: L'Occitane Immortelle Divine Anti-Ageing Cream, $169   Budget: DANI: Mecca MAX Brow Guru Power Brow Strong Hold Gel, $26 ROSE: Toni&Guy Dual Bristle Up Do Brush Natural & Nylon, $10   Terry's Products: By Terry Baume De Rose By Terry Hyaluronic Pressed Hydra-Powder 8HA By Terry Hyaluronic Hydra Powder 8HA By Terry Hyaluronic Glow Setting MistSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 9, 2023
43 min
EP 126 | Kosas Founder Sheena Zadeh-Daly On Cracking The Makeup Market & How She Defines Clean Beauty
In today's episode of Beauty Talk, Danielle Gay (editor) and Rose Garnett (beauty editor) chat through their budget and bougie products of the week. And Rose reveals the cult-product she picked up while gallivanting around Paris. Oui, oui! Dani also sits down with the founder of Kosas, Sheena Zadeh-Daly, to chat about how she broke into the ever-saturated makeup market and how she defines 'clean beauty'. From her business ethos to how she formulates new products and how she made the cult Revealer Concealer so darn good, nothing was off limits during their chat. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: Bougie: DANI: Elizabeth Arden Retinol + HPR Ceramide Rapid Skin Renewing Water Cream, $155 ROSE: Dior Prestige La Micro-Lotion De Rose Advanced Formula, $220 Budget: DANI: Sunsense Face Ultra-Light Tint SPF 50+, $19.99 ROSE: NUXE Huile Prodigieuse Multi Purpose Dry Oil, $25 Sheena's Products: Emma Lewisham Illuminating Oil Cleanser, $82 Mara Algae Enzyme Cleansing Oil, $110 Kora Organics Turmeric Glow Foaming Cleanser, $59 Paula's Choice Skin Balancing Oil-Reducing Cleanser, $32 Kosas Plump + Juicy Vegan Collagen Spray On Serum, $77See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 25, 2023
38 min
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