Anita Bhagwandas

Award-winning beauty journalist & broadcaster. My debut book UGLY is out now!

Words: Conde Nast Traveller, Guardian, Glamour, Elle, Marie Claire...

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When you’re obvs the only brown person at a beauty launch and NOBODY else questions the shade range....where are my allies at now?

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Ugly comes out in the US tomorrow - so exciting! You can buy it here: https://t.co/5jfrLkShzW: https://t.co/YamWVLvuKz and Barnes and Noble etc.

#USbooklaunch #bookgram #newbook #nonfiction #beautystandards #ugly #bookrecommendations #debutauthor

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Happy International Women's Day! #InspireInclusion
Beauty, fashion and wellness industries need to do more. Diversity and inclusivity seem to be slipping backwards. Brands need to think smarter about serving all women. Let's connect - redefine beauty together. #ReclaimingUgly

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Exciting news! My upcoming book, UGLY, explores the origins of beauty standards and challenges the systems that support them. Let's break free from these limiting norms. Pre-order your copy now. Launch on May 9th. Link in bio.
#ReclaimingUgly @bonnierbooks @blinkpublishing

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What are your perceptions? Let's delve into the discussion around #ReclaimingUgly and the powerful narrative of the quote below. It's time to break free from the constraints of #PrettyPrivilege. Share your insights in the comments below.
##AnitaBhagwandas #TheUglyGap #Ugly

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What does ‘ugly” mean to you?
To me, 'ugly' challenges beauty standards. Let's break free from societal pressures and embrace empowerment. Join the #ReclaimingUgly movement.
#ChallengeBeautyStandards #BreakFree #PrettyPrivilege #AnitaBhagwandas #Ugly #UglyTheBook

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I'm thrilled that UGLY in paperback is launching on 9th May, published by Bonnier Books UK. We all need a helping hand navigating how beauty culture has controlled our lives and limited us. It's time we took that power back! #ReclaimingUgly
Pre-order here: https://t.co/WZN7arXhtO

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Acne, history, travel - not quite sure how I fit that into one @substack column but...
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Do you need an 'ageing plan?' Getting a lot of heartbreaking feedback on this post... https://t.co/TEcIGX4kZG

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The curse of Gen Z envy… some hard to admit thoughts about being South Asian and an elder millenial https://t.co/dVFAu2MchK

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If you’re into beauty history in any way, you’ll love this interview…

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I've got three incredible last-minute costume ideas that aren’t Barbie or Wednesday Addams https://t.co/PpxR5RCytN

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A closer look at The Cult Of Beauty ….https://t.co/mV2cZX55rY

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‘Mummy, when can I wear makeup?’ How to talk to kids about body image https://t.co/pRPoJwlSMx

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Do you look like you take care of yourself?Had a lot of private comments about this one - I didn't realise it would resonate so much! https://t.co/6gIUX4OmrR

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Can we ever like how we look? https://t.co/RFJ4PjjWx8

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Finished this at midnight.... LOL Love for you to read, share, comment, sign up and all that jazz. https://t.co/CvUd7t2ujj

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I think Barbie might have ruined my life... https://t.co/JejVBbgDeE

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Welcome to The Powder Room...
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Hi frens! If you wanted to sign up to my Substack, it's launching this Friday.... https://t.co/XcQaMchxP6

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Excited to be speaking @cheltlitfest on Oct 14th - about UGLY and toxic beauty standards. Tickets from here: https://t.co/QHGs2v1xXk