When you think of Nicola Coughlan, you might picture her as the adorably the gossip-loving Penelope Featherington, AKA Lady Whistledown, or even chaotic Clare from Derry Girls. But when the cameras stop rolling, Nicola is all about keeping it real — especially when it comes to her beauty routine. And if you’ve taken even a single look at Nicola, you’re going to want to soak in as much beauty advice from her as you can. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Nicola explained that she loves when someone has a signature fragrance because it’s just another thing you can connect to them. And honestly, she’s got a point. We all know that one person whose perfume lingers in the room long after they’ve left, and it’s like their essence is still hanging around, sipping on an oat milk latte and judging your Spotify playlist. Nicola’s scent? It’s giving timeless elegance with a side of effortless cool.
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Nicola’s Signature Scent
First things first, let’s talk about her fragrance game. Nicola isn’t just spritzing any old perfume and calling it a day. Nope, she’s got her signature scent on lock, and it’s all about Le Labo’s bergamot fragrance. Chic, understated, and not the least bit overbearing — this is the scent that filled her trailer on the Bridgerton set.
Nicola’s Quotes About Self Love
But let’s not get too caught up in the scent of it all — Nicola’s beauty philosophy is deeper than just smelling good (though, let’s be real, that’s a huge plus). When it comes to self-love, she’s got her priorities straight.
“It’s so important to feel good in yourself. It’s really difficult for anyone, not just someone in the public eye nowadays with social media. Just focus in on what you need and what makes you feel good. If you can do that, that’s the most important thing,” Nicola shared in her interview.
In a world where Instagram filters and perfectly curated feeds can make us all feel like potato sacks with Wi-Fi, Nicola’s approach is refreshingly grounded. She’s not about chasing trends or trying to be someone she’s not. She’s all about enhancing what’s already there — whether it’s through a subtle swipe of makeup that makes her look like herself but with an extra glow, or simply taking the time to enjoy her skincare routine before a night out with friends.
Beauty Lessons From Bridgerton
Now, if you thought Nicola’s love for Le Labo and self-care were her only beauty secrets, think again. The set of Bridgerton was basically a masterclass in high-maintenance glam — think perfectly set hair and lashes that could double as fans. But Nicola’s takeaway from all that glam? Don’t expect it to last through a wild night out.
She basically admitted that it’s nearly impossible to look that perfect when you’re doing real life stuff like having a night out or going to dinner. I mean, you don’t have a makeup person coming in every five minutes to do touch-ups.
It’s a hard truth for anyone who’s ever tried to keep a full face of makeup intact through dinner, drinks, and a heated debate on who’s the worst person on Love Island this season. Sometimes, you just have to let your look evolve — and by evolve, we mean admit that you’ll end the night with mascara smudged under your eyes like a raccoon who partied too hard.
Nicola is the kind of beauty icon we didn’t know we needed — she’s relatable, real, and she’s got her priorities in check. Whether she’s rolling out of bed for a 4 AM call time or taking the time to unwind with a bath after a 12-hour day on set, she’s always tuned into what makes her feel good.
So next time you’re stressing about keeping up with the latest beauty trends or feeling like your signature scent isn’t fancy enough, just channel a little Nicola. Grab your favorite fragrance, embrace your natural beauty, and remember: the only person you need to impress is the one staring back at you in the mirror. And if that immediately made you think of that mirror scene, well all the more reason for you to embrace all of you.
