Smiling Gives You Wrinkles
Smiling Gives You Wrinkles
Donna Francis
Award-winning Beauty Editor, Donna Francis has spent the last 25 years helping women feel comfortable in their skin and now in her late 40s, she is passionate about inspiring women to feel positive about aging and everything that comes with it. In Smiling Gives You Wrinkles, Donna shares relatable and inspiring stories from some brilliant women about how to approach aging positively, authentically and unapologetically.
Ruby Hammer MBE: Makeup As We Age And The Importance Of Having A Youthful Spirit
Want to know which skincare products that you really need? Do you feel that you need a makeup refresh? Would you like to hear how one of the world’s most successful makeup artists approaches aging?Ruby Hammer has worked as a makeup artist on some of the world’s most famous faces including Kate Moss, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Sharon Stone, Tyra Banks and Meghan Markle. Ruby was also awarded an MBE, which are given out by the British monarchy to people who’ve made an amazing impact in their line of work. In this chat with Donna, Ruby shares some brilliant advice on how to look and feel beautiful inside and out as we age, and she explains how, at 62, she keeps her youthful spirit alive. If you’d like to find out more about Ruby, then check out her website Ruby Hammer Beauty where you’ll also discover her brilliant makeup accessories brand. You can also follow her on Instagram where she shares some great beauty tips too. And follow Donna on:InstagramTikTokFacebookYouTubeHer WebsiteSmiling Gives You Wrinkles is produced by Will Dell
Feb 6, 2024
43 min
Patsy Palmer: Conquering Happiness, Visualization And Starting A Business In Your 50s
Do you want to channel more positivity in your life, but don’t know where to start?Are old insecurities holding you back? Patsy is one of the most recognisable TV stars in Britain, and while that is a brilliant accomplishment for an actor, it comes with its challenges. In this chat, Patsy reveals how positive thinking and talking to yourself better can really help to make some big changes in your life. She also shares some insecurities with Donna too. Patsy doesn’t do many podcasts, so Donna was delighted and humbled that she was so open, warm and authentic. If you’d like to find out more about Patsy’s new haircare brand, then check out Good & Proper Hair. And if you’re looking for a reset, discover how to book one of her dreamy retreats at Good & Proper Retreats.  And if you live in the UK, don’t forget to check out her quick comeback to Eastenders this Spring. And follow Donna on:InstagramTikTokFacebookYouTubeHer WebsiteSmiling Gives You Wrinkles is produced by Will Dell
Jan 30, 2024
39 min
Candace Bushnell: Dating Apps, The Benefits Of Dating Younger Men, And The Importance Of Making Money As You Age
Is the world of dating a bit daunting now that you’re older? Are you dating after divorce and don’t know where to start? And what about your future? What’s the best thing to ensure your happiness? In this chat with Donna, Candace chats about her one woman show and shares her opinions about the benefits of dating older and younger men. She tells Donna why she thinks older women are at an advantage when playing the dating game, plus they chat about the importance of your career and making money as you age.If you’d like to see Candace perform in her brilliant new show True Tales of Sex, Success & Sex And The City then book tickets here. Check out Candace’s brilliant books here and don’t forget to follow her on Instagram too. And follow Donna on:InstagramTikTokFacebookYouTubeHer WebsiteSmiling Gives You Wrinkles is produced by Will Dell
Jan 23, 2024
28 min
Lisa Faulkner: Aging As An Actress, Botox And Birdwatching
Do you feel that your age has become an issue in your workplace? Are you thinking of having Botox but feeling a bit nervous to start? Have you suddenly acquired a love of birdwatching?  In this chat with Donna, Lisa talks all about her love of acting and shares her thoughts on aging in the world of drama. They also chat about beauty and skincare and Lisa opens up about her thoughts on more invasive treatments like Botox. Plus, they wonder why birdwatching has suddenly become a part of their daily routine! Watch Lisa’s new show John and Lisa’s Food Trip Down Under on Saturday’s at 11:40am on ITV and catch up on episodes of John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen on ITVX.  And don’t forget to follow Lisa on Instagram for a lovely insight into her life. And follow Donna on:InstagramTikTokFacebookYouTubeHer WebsiteSmiling Gives You Wrinkles is produced by Will Dell
Jan 23, 2024
25 min
Smiling Gives You Wrinkles - Celebrating Everything About Aging With A Smile
Award-winning Beauty Editor, Donna Francis has spent the last 25 years helping women feel comfortable in their skin and now in her late 40s, she is passionate about inspiring women to feel positive about aging and everything that comes with it. In Smiling Gives You Wrinkles, Donna shares relatable and inspiring stories from some brilliant women about how to approach aging positively, authentically and unapologetically. Starting January 23rd, Donna is here with a new guest every Tuesday. Don’t forget to follow, rate and review to help other people find the podcast! And follow Donna on:InstagramTikTokFacebookYouTubeHer Website
Jan 16, 2024
2 min