Nail Transphobia with Charlie Craggs

APR 23, 202140 MIN
Beauty Fix with Naomi Shimada

Nail Transphobia with Charlie Craggs

APR 23, 202140 MIN

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<p>Model Naomi Shimada talks manicures, myths and dream salons with the nail art activist, author and model.</p><p>Charlie Craggs studied at the London College of Fashion and it was there that she dreamt up Nail Transphobia, offering truly transformative treatments. Her mobile salon is a safe space where anyone can receive a free manicure from a transgender beautician and learn more about life as a trans or non-binary person, while enjoying a shape and polish.</p><p>After seven years on the road, the salon has been forced to close during the coronavirus pandemic, but Charlie shares the rituals of self-care and self-preservation that are keeping her spirits up during lockdown.</p><p>Presenter: Naomi Shimada Producer: Kirsty McQuire Editor: Rebecca Stratford</p><p>If you are affected by issues raised in this episode you can get more information at www.bbc.co.uk/actionline.</p><p>Photo: Charlie Craggs/ Naomi Shimada Credit: Vicky Lawton/ BBC</p>