The Beauty Desk

AJ Odudu on beauty secrets, natural haircare and confidence

The Beauty Desk

Show Notes

Broadcaster AJ Odudu joins Sarah Jossel on The Beauty Desk to reveal her ultimate skincare routine, natural hair journey, and top beauty secrets.

From the humble red net she swears by in the shower to her go-to sunscreen and pimple patches, AJ Odudu talks honestly about confidence, self-care, and learning to truly love yourself. In this candid conversation, she reflects on growing up in Blackburn and navigating painful hair experiences without textured hair specialists to turn to. Plus, Sarah asks her about exercise, upcoming wedding plans, and the powerful mantra she repeats every time she walks into a room.

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Host: Sarah Jossel

Producers: Joshua Arnold and Shabnam Grewal

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