“I love make-up and its wonderful possibilities for temporary transformation. And I also love my face after I wash it all off. There is something exquisitely enjoyable about seeing yourself with a self-made new look. And for me that look is deeply personal. It isn’t about what is in fashion or what the rules are supposed to be. It’s about what I like. What makes me want to smile when I look in the mirror. What makes me feel slightly better on a dull day. What makes me comfortable.”
Award-winning author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie was unveiled as the face of Boots No 7 last month. In the promotional video below Ms Adichie discusses how make-up gives you the power to be Ready To Speak Up. She’s joined by presenter Gemma Cairney, chef Gizzi Erskine, broadcaster Cherry Healey, journalist Sali Hughes, author Louise O’Neill and entrepreneur Sarah Willingham.