Being a Mother (Sue Ismiel)

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Sue Ismiel is well known as the creator of the Nads range of hair removal products, a brand which was inspired by her daughters. With Mother’s Day approaching, we asked the mother of three girls about her role as a mum. What does being a mother mean to you? Being a mother is a bond; [...]

PROFILE: Sarah Townsend (The Aromatherapy Company)

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Sarah Townsend is the founder of The Aromatherapy Company, a brand specializing in home fragrances and body products. This New Zealand company features beautiful, pure ingredients and essential oils. Recently Sarah spent some time chatting with us about beauty and the brand… What made you decide to start the brand, The Aromatherapy Company? From an [...]

Beauty Chat with Taryn Williams

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Taryn Williams is a former model and founder of the successful modelling agency, WINK. Recently we had a look inside Taryn’s wardrobe and because she is a woman who always needs to look her best, we decided to find out about her favourite beauty products and tips. Tell us about your current skincare routine… I’m [...]

Interview: Jane Iredale

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When I think about women who inspire me, it’s not the celebrities of the moment but those who have built something real and who are passionate about what they do. Jane Iredale is of those people who has worked hard to create a successful beauty brand, as the founder and president of jane iredale mineral [...]

Interview: Natalie Bloom (Bloom Cosmetics)

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Natalie Bloom requires no introduction, as the woman behind the successful beauty brand Bloom she launched her business when she was just 22 and is an inspiration to women everywhere. We were lucky enough to have a chat with Natalie in this recent interview: How did Bloom Cosmetics get started? After studying Graphic Design, I [...]

Interview: Sue Ismiel (NADS)

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Nads first started in Sue Ismiel’s kitchen, and has now become a much loved brand for hair removal products. Sue is an inspiration to women everywhere, and the company has a strong family focus. We interviewed Sue to find out more: B&L: Where did the name Nad’s come from? Sue: My eldest daughters nick name [...]

Interview: Soula-Marie Perdis

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Soula-Marie Perdis is the wife of Napoleon Perdis and mother of 4. She is the Chief Financial Officer and leads the Product Development team for Napoleon Perdis and NP Set. We recently interviewed Soula-Marie about work and family life… B&L: Tell us about your role and involvement with Napoleon Perdis and NP Set Cosmetics. Soula-Marie: [...]