Anita Bhagwandas

Anita Bhagwandas is an award-winning journalist, author, and speaker specialising in beauty culture. With a career spanning leading publications like Conde Nast Traveller, Marie Claire, Stylist, Guardian, and Women’s Health, Anita has built a reputation for insightful and thought-provoking work that challenges industry norms and explores the intersections of beauty, identity, and representation. Her critically acclaimed book, "Ugly: Why The World Became Beauty Obsessed and How To Break Free" delves into the cultural and historical narratives that shape our perceptions of beauty, sparking vital conversations about inclusivity and self-worth. And she shares essays and candid thoughts on beauty culture on her popular Substack, The Powder Room.