S12 Ep1: From Global Make-Up Artist to Own Brand - Ruby Hammer MBE

Ruby developed a love for make-up when, as a child, she’d watch her mum dress up for cocktail evenings and dinners where they lived in Nigeria. She later had pictures of models (not pop stars) on her wall – but back then she thought she’d be a doctor, just like her dad. A chance encounter changed everything. Ruby went on to become a leading make-up artist working with supermodels like Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss and Cindy Crawford. She began her own groundbreaking make-up brand ‘Ruby & Millie’ with her friend and business partner, Millie - which was sold in Boots. Then, in 2007 Ruby received an MBE for services to the cosmetics industry. You could say Ruby had done more than enough. But after some time out after the passing of her beloved mum – she knew, deep down, she had another Next Chapter - so she launched ‘Ruby Hammer Beauty.’ Ruby believes we should never have any regrets. I remember watching Ruby on television when I was a teenager. The Clothes Show cheered Sunday afternoons and I always watched Ruby in awe. She was so cool, poised and oozed glamour. I couldn’t quite believe it when she agreed to come on my podcast – but this is who Ruby is – kind, generous, supportive and a big believer in the power of the Next Chapter. She is so full of energy, hope and a love of life, I hope you’ll find this conversation a tonic for the soul. To learn more about Ruby you can find her here:  https://rubyhammer.com/ And just in case you were wondering you can find me and my books here: https://www.elliebarkerwrites.com/bookshop