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Oct 2025
20m 11s

Industry Review: Cosmetics & Skincare

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About this episode

From homegrown skincare to high-end makeup, Irish brands are making serious waves both at home and abroad.

Joining Bobby to discuss the sector are three of the driving forces behind that success:

  • Nicola Connelly from Nunaia

  • Niamh Ryan, Co-Founder of Ella & Jo

  • Amy Cahill, Owner of Oxmantown Skin Care

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