S13 Ep3: From Hairdresser & Teacher to Creator of own Beauty Brand: Mel Fenton

Mel Fenton says she was a bit of a tomboy growing up, she didn’t particularly love school and she just wanted to be outside. But when she decided to go into hairdressing like her mum, her whole life changed.She worked on cruise ships, had her own business and taught hairdressing. She loved beauty products too. But it was only later when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, she thought about starting her own range.In this episode we discuss: How we may feel pigeon-holed but we never really are. How overcoming divorce and three serious illnesses led Mel to a life she truly loves. What to do when life feels really, really tough and we just want to give up. The concerns Mel has about what we all put on our skin, and how we can change this. The importance of a community of wonderful womenMel’s story is one of humble resilience, love and determination. She’s come through some of her darkest moments and is now thriving as she never has before.To learn more about Mel and her products click here: https://www.thepurist.online/To keep in touch with me and I'd love that click here: https://www.elliebarkerwrites.com/And as a special treat there's a discount for Next Chapter listeners for Mel's products until the end of November: EllieB20 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thenextchapterbyelliebarker.substack.com