The Guinea Pig

59 Back Soon!

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 02:00:00 GMT

As we plough through another lockdown in early 2021, Maryam and have decided that they have exhausted the subjects of home treatments and to put things on pause until they can get together in the clinic again. As you can hear, they already have big plans for the return of the show and will be back as soon as it's safe to do so. Keep watching their social media and keep in touch with your own ideas of what you want to see featured on the show

See you all very soon and take .... it's not goodbye, just Au Revoir X

The Guinea Pig provides unbiased information to those who may be considering cosmetic surgery or even trialling a non-invasive treatment or product. We do not endorse the use of any product or procedure featured in this podcast and are not responsible for the outcome of any of the treatments featured on this podcast or any damage caused in connection with any treatments or products. Should you decide to try any of the procedures, treatments or products mentioned in any episode of The Guinea Pig, you do so at your own risk. Always consult an independent and fully qualified medical professional if you are considering embarking on any medical procedure, irrespective of whether it is an invasive or non-invasive procedure.

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58 Refresh, Replenish, Rejuvenate ...

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 02:00:00 GMT

Maryam and Fiona managed to squeeze one more session in the clinic at the end of 2020, which was the perfect timing for Fiona, as she was feeling less than fabulous on that particular day.

The long, winter months can certainly take their toll and the winter of 2020/21 is more draining than usual on our health and wellbeing.

Luckily Maryam was there, ready to wave her magic wand and come to Fiona's rescue- but which procedures did she decide would help give Fi back her glow and did it work?

We get to listen-in to today's tweakments and gauge pain scale and how immediate the effects are, so when we can get back into the clinics again, you'll have a better idea of what might work for you!

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57 Biohacking with Dr Tamsin Lewis

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 02:00:00 GMT

Maryam and Fiona really made the most of the hiatus in lockdowns and managed to get back into the clinic and this week they weren't alone, as Dr Tamsin Lewis was able to drop-in to talk about turning back the clock with her Wellgevity system, in particular, Biohacking.

What is Biohacking and how can it help us turn-back the clock for our mind and bodies?

Maryam and Fiona deep-dive on this fascinating subject with Tamsin, and we find out that Fiona has tried Biohacking in the past (of course she has) and we hear about how her experiences compare and contrast with the procedures at Wellgevity.

We also hear how Biohacking can be applied to any lifestyle or budget and what small changes can be made to help us turn back the clock.

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56 Scarring, with Dr Nicholas Parkhouse

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 02:00:00 GMT

Happy New Year! We're back in the clinic - thanks to Maryam and Fiona getting together to record in between lockdown restrictions and are joined by the Cadogan Clinic's Dr Nicholas Parkhouse, who is an authority on scarring on the face and body and how it can de dealt with.

Scarring of any kind, whether it's from injury, acne, past operations or from birth, can affect people in so many ways both physically and mentally - even causing people to relive the trauma which caused the scar every time they look in the mirror.

Nicholas has dealt with pretty much every scar which can affect the face and body and so popped-in to see Maryam and Fi to answer their many questions on the subject .

We hear about minimising acne scarring, how to avoid excessing marking after breast surgery, if scars from burning can be improved, removing moles and skin cancers and what small steps you can take if you have a scar which is bothering - plus so much more, including the effects of smoking on wound healing.

Nicholas starts off by telling us how the name 'The Guinea Pig' has an unexpected and fascinating connection with the very origins of plastic surgery...

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55 Festive Faces

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 02:00:00 GMT

It's a double celebration, as not only is this episode released on Christmas Eve, but Maryam and Fiona managed to get together in the clinic post lockdown #2 and pre-tier 4 to do some festive tweaking!

Fiona started-off the session feeling slightly below-par as a bout of rosacea and post lockdown bloating made her misplace her usual mojo ... but can a blast of Aqua Gold therapy but the zip back in her skin and her mood?

Plus, what what's the verdict on the Ultherapy session from a few weeks ago - is it worth the pain (both in the face AND purse) and how will out fabulous hosts be celebrating Christmas - all that and an awful lot more to keep you going till the new year gift-wrapped in today's episode.. HAPPY CHRISTMAS.

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54 Lockdown Selfcare Fat Transfer Update

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 02:00:00 GMT

Although this episode finds Maryam in the clinic, she's unable to be joined by Fi, as the UK was in its 2nd lockdown of 2020 when the podcast was recorded.

With Fiona safely tucked-away in Cornwall, our hosts get together over zoom to lament over the tweakments that Maryam would have been administering to Fiona if she were able to come and see her.

The last time the duo were together in the clinic, Maryam gave Fiona Ultherapy and today we find out if it was worth the pain (and cost) as Fiona gives her verdict on the aftermath of that rather uncomfortable procedure.

We also get an update on fat transfer, as Maryam was able to complete the next phase with past guest, Olivier Amar - so we hear where she had the fat injected, why, what that was like and what the results were.

We also get the verdict on supplements after nutritionist Petronella Ravenshear's recent visit to the clinic which saw her give Maryam and Fiona an array of vitamin tablets; did they work? Is it worth the time / money?

Plus, Maryam and Fiona give some fantastic advice about self care during isolation in the winter months.

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53 Laura Weir's World Of Beauty.

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 02:00:00 GMT

At time of recording the UK had just entered into it's 2nd lockdown of 2020, but that's not going to keep Fiona away from the clinic, even if she can't physically be there! Whilst Maryam is still able to see patients the rest of The Guinea Pig crew, stayed at home and caught-up on remote record and joining them to chat about tweakments, products they recommend and how to perfect that at home beauty regimen is beauty and fashion journalist Laura Weir.

Laura begins by telling us how she came to have a lip procedure, which went wrong and the nerves she had to get over to allow Maryam to fix it - we hear about the physical and psychological effect of when something like that goes wrong., plus we hear what products will help with the increasing need to perform DIY treatments onto ourselves and find out that it's not only the expertise of our beauty practitioners we are missing.

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52 Getting Nutrition Right, With Petronella Ravenshear

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 02:00:00 GMT

Maryam and Fiona were able to squeeze-in a couple more visits to the clinic before 2nd lockdown kicked-in and invited nutritionist Petronella Ravenshear along to talk about all things immunity and nutrition - which in 2020, is more important than ever before.

Petronella tells us what vitamins we should all be taking to support our health and immunity function and more importantly which are the brands she trusts.

Which foods should we be loading-up on right now and what is the one thing we should all be cutting out of our diet? All of this and so much more is answered in today's episode and the best thing is that Petronella can give the kind of advice which fits in with a realistic lifestyle and budget.

What better way to wrap-up for the winter months?

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51 Ultherapy LIVE

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 02:00:00 GMT

This week, we are very much back in the clinic, as Fiona does the first live guinea pig session in quite a while, as with lockdown and social distancing measures in place, it made doing any kind of procedure impossible.

But, as this episode was recorded during a relaxation in restrictions, Fiona wasted NO time in booking a tweakment with Maryam and decided to grit-her-teeth and have some Ultherapy.

After having the treatment 10 years ago, Fiona has not forgotten the pain she endured though it, so was unsurprisingly apprehensive about putting herself through it again - but in the name of The Guinea Pig, that's exactly what she does, so you can have some idea about what it might be like before you decide on doing it for yourself.

As this was recorded during the procedure, you'll be able to hear the sound of the machine all the way through, so it may be uncomfortable for you to listen through headphones ... but not as uncomfortable as it was for Fiona ... give that girl a medal!

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50 The State Of The Industry With Millie Kendall MBE

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 01:00:00 GMT

Maryam and Fiona welcome their first guest of series two, in the form of Millie Kendall MBE, who is CEO of The British Beauty Council.

The pandemic has brought huge challenges for the beauty industry and the people who work within it, but it's clear that Millie has their back, as she continuously lobbies parliament in a bid to get them to take this multi-million pound industry seriously!

As well as that we hear about what we can all expect out of treatments in this brave new world of beauty.

It's a fascinating chat between three experts of the beauty world and an eye-opener for the rest of us, who may not have realised the struggle faced to get politicians to take the industry seriously; perhaps if it was predominantly used by males, then it would be?

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49 A Brave New World Of Beauty.

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 01:00:00 GMT

YES! The ladies are BACK in the clinic! After using the last few weeks to take-stock and re-think their regimens, Maryam and Fiona have come back to to tell us what they've learnt over the enforced hiatus. What is everyone asking Maryam to do, now they can see her again? Has Fiona decided to abandon tweakments altogether after going au-naturel in Cornwall - OR - did she run to Maryam and the clinic AS SOON as she possibly could?

Our hosts also revisit the fat transfer procedures taken before lockdown, with contrasting opinions on how uncomfortable it was.

We also look forward to this new series, with the fresh perspectives we all now have on life and how we look after ourselves... welcome back everyone, we missed you!

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48 Looking Back & Looking Forwards

Thu, 28 May 2020 01:00:00 GMT

As Maryam and Fiona wrap-up season one of The Guinea Pig, they look back over the last year at some of the treatments they loved the most, were disappointed in or can't wait to return to.

In this mixed-bag, our hosts talk varicose veins and if Fiona's treatment from Prof Mark Whiteley has stood the test of time, experiences in threading and what the new trends in the procedure mean for people who may not realise there's no going back.

We also hear some pretty honest opinions on body sculpting and if a gym membership would be a more effective - and cheaper - option.

Fiona and Maryam also tell us what they have found has worked for them during quarantine, which shoes have been a godsend in helping with everyday fitness? A miracle cure for dry feet and how an 'aura ring' can help shift the lockdown calories.

We also get a sneak peek into season two and what kind of treatments may be on trial... will Fiona rush to get the same procedures to her bladder she tried in season one and what are the big trends in tweakments we can expect to see?

Thank you SO much for joining us this past year, we've loved bringing the show to you and will be back in the Autumn. In the meantime though, don't forget to get in touch and tell us what you would like to see featured in season two!

Also, tell your friends to listen to our back catalogue, leave a comment and rate and review us, as all of this really does help us be able to continue to make the show.

Keep in touch on email: theguineapigpod@gmail.com / Twitter: @GuineaPodcast /Insta: @theguineapigpodcast

Take care, stay safe and see you later this year,

The Guinea Pig Team X

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47 Chrissy Iley's Hollywood Goss

Thu, 21 May 2020 01:00:00 GMT

Hello and welcome to The Guinea Pig! This episode feels like a wonderful time capsule, as it was recorded when the clinic was open for business and good friends could gather for a chat and to swap interesting stories.

Chrissy Iley is not only a renowned journalist, who interviews all the A-List in Hollywood, but she also has an opinion she's not afraid to share. We get to hear some inside gossip about the relationship Hollywood has with tweakments and how ageism towards female actors has an impact on their careers.

And, because she was in the clinic, Chrissy becomes this week's Guinea Pig, when Maryam treats her 'puffy' eyes .. and we get a front row seat to the procedure.

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46 Lockdown Locks with Josh Wood

Thu, 14 May 2020 01:00:00 GMT

As the lockdown continues, grey hair, roots and split ends are featuring in everyone's crowing glories and with salons set to remain closed for a while, what else is there to do, but to take matters into their own hands? But, when it comes to colouring one's own hair, this can be a mine-field, luckily for us though, top hair guru, Josh Wood is on-hand to help us keep things in tip-top order until we can get back to the hairdressers.

As Josh says in this episode, it's all about empowering others to be self sufficient onto lockdown and beyond.

There's also invaluable advice from Josh and Maryam to those who think they may be suffering the nightmare of hair loss.

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45 Home Beauty Gadgets With Joanne Evans

Thu, 07 May 2020 01:00:00 GMT

Maryam and Fiona are back with some amazing advice and Guinea Pig experience of using home gadgets in lockdown. And to help them navigate their way through the minefield is skincare specialist Joanne Evans. Regular listeners will know that Joanne welcomed the team earlier this year into her clinic 'Skin Matter's and managed to make Maryam SO relaxed, that she fell asleep whilst having one of her amazing facials, during the recording!

Joanne came on the show again to talk about the home laser, LED, roller and hair removal gadgets that should see us through quarantine until we are back in the hands of our specialists, but which will also be a companion to our regimens in the future. Which ones are worth the investment? And can you use them for ....ahem ... other things? As always, The Guinea Pig gives an honest opinion and asks the questions we want to ask, but are afraid to say out-loud.

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44 Fiona & Maryam Spring Action

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 01:00:00 GMT

The Guinea Pig takes us once more back into the clinic, as it was recorded at a time when this was still possible.

As well as Maryam and Fiona sharing how to sharpen-up for the summer, we also get an update on how Fiona's bladder treatment has been holding-up .. or possibly not holding-up as the case may be and find out that bladder problems can also be affected by gut health, as well as the pelvic floor.

If anyone suffers from Keratosis Pilaris, our hosts talk about various ways it can be treatet AND find out if it's possible to 'refine' ankles.

The various use of lasers are also debated, as they can seemingly do anything; from stimulate collagen to body hair removal.

Talking of body hair- is it possible to dye the intimate hair? Guess who has bared-all for their colourist? Well, there's a reason she's called the guinea pig you know ...

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43 Maryam & Fi's Lockdown Looks

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 01:00:00 GMT

How are we looking after ourselves in this strange, new social distant world we currently find ourselves in?

Maryam and Fiona are unsurprisingly not in the clinic, but are speaking from the safety of their own homes and embracing some new technology to be able to do just that.

As we're forced to stop and curtail our busy lives, our hosts find a new joy in the simple pleasures and different ways of relieving the unique stress that these times can bring.

Maryam has some great advice for anyone dealing with problem hands as a result of all the soap and sanitisers, coping with rosacea at home, doing your own mani -pedi and Fiona also offers to perform her own bikini was for our 'entertainment'...Toto, we're not in Kansas anymore...

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42 Sharmadean Reid Nails It

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 01:00:00 GMT

We're still in the clinic, as Maryam & Fiona managed to get together multiple times before self isolation and joining them this week is the wonderful guru of all things nails, Sharmadean Reid.

In this lovely chat, we get to hear all about how and why Sharmadean started the legendary WAH Nails, as well as brilliant new AP Beautystack.

Sharmadean shares some invaluable advice on nails, eyebrow threading and the wonders of coconut oil on the skin!

During these times, it good to know that people like Sharmadean have YOUR beauty needs in their sights.

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41 Lisa Armstrong & 'Clean' Beauty

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 01:00:00 GMT

We're still able to share some fantastic episodes recorded in the clinic, before quarantine and here's another wonderful dose of escapism courtesy of our hosts Maryam and Fiona, plus brilliant guest, fashion editor with the Telegraph, Lisa Armstrong.

Lisa has been writing about beauty for most of her career and has tried pretty much every product out there, so she came in to talk about some tips for finding effective 'clean' beauty brands. Can clean beauty be as effective as reactive products and can the two work in unison? There are so many tips and advice on skincare and how to find the right products for you in this episode, so enjoy and have a pen and paper at the ready!

As always, the team at The Guinea Pig are sending love and thoughts to you all at this difficult time.

We'll be back next Thursday, see you then X

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40 Thread Lifting, With Dr Penelope Tympanidis

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 01:00:00 GMT

Today's episode is another glimpse of the near-past when people could still drop into the clinic to speak to Maryam and Fiona and a few weeks ago Dr Penelope Tympanidis did just that to talk all things thread-lifting.

Fiona had already been to see Penelope in her surgery and we find out what she thinks about the chin-threading she tried.

We hear about when threading can be favoured over Botox and why it's essential to speak to your practitioner about what you're having one first. We also hear about other parts of the body threading can be used to create lift and definition!

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39 The Fun Of Make-Up, With Celia Burton

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 02:00:00 GMT

We feel so lucky at The Guinea Pig that we were able to record a few episodes in advance, before the world had to isolate.

Today's episode is pure escapism as we hear from make-up artist Celia Burton who dropped into the clinic a few weeks ago, with her extensive cosmetic kit and did a step-by-step make-up tutorial on Fiona's face.

We hear about some wonderful products which can create a natural, dewy base - which you can then just leave, or add blush, eye colour and lips.

We also get some advice about how to get the perfect brow, plus Maryam has news of a new product to help lashes grow.

On a side note, in these incredibly challenging times, the team at The Guinea Pig would like to send love to all of our listeners (and non-listeners) and hope you are all keeping safe and well.

We'll be back next week, but in the meantime take care.

Maryam, Fiona, Amanda, Polly & Nicola

XXX

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38 Katie Piper

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 02:00:00 GMT

Today in the clinic Maryam and Fiona welcome a very special guest in the form of the wonderful presenter, model and campaigner, Katie Piper!

Katie has endured hundreds of surgeries as a result of an acid attack 12 years ago, which could have robbed her of confidence to participate in public life - and for a while it did - but ultimately her incredible, inner spirit wouldn't allow that side to win through.

Not only do we hear about some of the procedures Katie has had to re-build her face and body, but we hear about her journey with beauty and her love of products and make-up which has never relented, plus some of the tweakments she has found to have amazing results.

This is a truly inspirational listen and will lift anyone's spirits - which we could all do with right now... ENJOY!

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37 Fasting with Nutritionist Kim Pearson

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 02:00:00 GMT

Maryam and Fiona are back in the clinic - quite an achievement for Fi, as she's on day 4 of a Prolon fast! This is great timing, as nutritionist Kim Pearson is on-hand to talk all things fasting, intermittent fasting AND Prolon with us.

What are the health benefits of fasting and when should (or shouldn't) you attempt one?

EVERYTHING you need to know, and more is here!

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36 After The Fat Transfer...

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 02:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Mayam and Fiona catch-up after a fun-packed few weeks of expert guests and different clinics.

Today, we're back in familiar surroundings as our hosts compare notes of how they felt after both trying a fat transfer and they also cover a range of other topics from how Chinese food can make puffy eyes worse to why you should be wary of the 'lunchtime procedure'.

Plus we hear about a brand new micro needling treatment called 'Aqua Gold' which Fiona is already desperate to try!

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35 Olivier Amar Returns with a Ground Breaking Treatment

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 02:00:00 GMT

For the first time on The Guinea Pig, we have a return guest.

Dr Olivier Amar is back in the clinic to talk about a ground breaking new treatment that he AND Maryam are involved with called 'Uvence'. What is Uvence? Well, it's a new way of extracting your fat and then using it in other treatments in the face and body. Listen for full details and to see if Fiona is going to be one of the first people in the UK to try it!

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34 The Boob Ratio, with Patrick Mallucci

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 02:00:00 GMT

Maryam and Fiona just can't keep still, as once again they appear at another London clinic to soak-up some expert advice.

This week we find them in the rooms of top surgeon Mr Patrick Mallucci to talk all things boobs. We all know breast enhancement and surgery have come a long way since rock-hard in-plants, but what are the different options are out there and which one is right for you? We also hear about why a good surgeon will leave scars and the magic formula for the perfect boobs!

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33 A day out at the Lanserhof at The Arts Club.

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 02:00:00 GMT

Once again Maryam and Fiona are out in the wild, as they bring you this episode from the Lanserhof at The Arts Club, where they managed to grab some time with medical director, Dr Sebastian Kunz.

As well as finding out what kind facilities and medical treatments the Lanserhof offers, we also hear about what happened when Maryam visited the week before, which included a VR flight which also happens to workout the core.

There's also some sound advice on fasting the Lanserhof way and what can be done to cop with osteoarthritis.

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32 The Ultimate Facial with Joanne Evans

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 02:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, not only do we find our hosts in someone else's clinic, but the roles are reversed as Maryam takes the role of The Guinea Pig!

Yes Fiona has done the unthinkable and let Maryam sit-back and relax as Joanne Evans at Skin Matters works her magic - resulting in perhaps the first time a host has fallen asleep mid-podcast?

This episode is an education in so many ways; as we hear about how we can deal with complaints such as melasma, pigmentation and acne.

We also hear how facials have moved-on from the standard steam clean to embrace science and gadgets, why active skincare is the most effective, which ingredients are a MUST in any skincare routine and also why are young people suffering more with facial hair than ever before?

We also learn that a bad skincare regimen can render many facial tweakments as useless!

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31 Fat Transfer, with Dr Olivier Amar

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 02:00:00 GMT

In today's episode we find out that our fat is a valuable commodity and in some cases can be used as a more 'natural' alternative to a filler!

So can your love handles really give you a more refreshed face? Where can you make a deposit into a 'fat bank' and how does the whole procedure work?

Plus, Olivier and Maryam announce a brand-new procedure which isn't yet widely available ... will Fiona be true to her Guinea Pig reputation and give it a go? There's only one way to find out ...

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30 Is 'Clean' Beauty All It's Cracked-Up To Be? With Nicola Moulton

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 02:00:00 GMT

As we are now well-into the new decade, are we in the 'future' when it comes to beauty - or is a trend for 'clean' products taking us back the the dark ages?

Beauty editor Nicola Moulton joins Fiona and Maryam in the clinic to discuss and dissect the trend for clean beauty and if in a more polluted world all 'natural' ingredients will cut-the-mustard?

Why can anything that admits to being scientific or pharmaceutical be deemed by some as 'bad' - whilst products with next to no research or testing might be seen as 'good'?

Which ingredients are the real ones to avoid and which ones are just getting a bad press?

This discussion will blow a few preconceived ideas out of the water, whilst also giving a look at where beauty trends are headed over the coming months and which products should be on everyone's dressing table.

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29 Cosmetic Acupuncture With Sarah Bradden

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 02:00:00 GMT

This episode sees not one, but TWO Guinea Pigs, as Maryam decides to join Fiona in testing-out cosmetic acupuncture with acupuncturist, Sarah Bradden.

As well as talking to Sarah about the fascinating story of how she decided to apply the art of acupuncture to help aesthetics, we also hear what Maryam and Fiona thought about their treatments and after-effects.

There's also an insight into the science behind the treatments and when it can be used instead of - or to compliment the kinds of treatments more typically found in Maryam's clinic.

It's a completely fresh approach to anyone either considering a tweakment - or even just a facial - and a fascinating insight to another form of medicine.

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28 New Year, New Vitality

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 02:00:00 GMT

It's a new decade and where else can you find Fiona after the Christmas break? Why, back in the clinic with Maryam of course!

Like most of us post holidays, Fiona has been feeling rather lack-lustre and in need of a pick-up on the INSIDE for a change.

So before coming to see Maryam, she dropped-in to see Naturopathic Doctor, Katrin Hemple at Skin Matters in Holland Park to ask about getting a vitamin infusion.

As well as discussing what went on with Katrin with Maryam (and if it worked) we also hear what vitamins can be used for the various aliments many of us suffer from during the winter months - which ones to trust - AND we also hear which beauty resolutions our dynamic duo have in place for 2020 - and beyond.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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27 Seasonal Tweakments & A Helping Hand

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Fiona and Maryam are in the clinic to bring you a festive stocking of Christmas tweakments including skin, Botox and hand refreshments - where we sit-in on Fiona receiving a hand refresh from Maryam.

Hear what the verdict is on that and various treatments Fi has guinea pigged throughout the year; you'll find out which ones she loved, which ones she loathed and some stand-out products of 2019.

The ladies are taking a well earned break for Christmas and will be back on Thursday January 9th 2020 and have a host of amazing treatments, guests and chat planned for the year ahead.

Until then, The Guinea Pig team would like to thank you for listening and wish you a very happy Christmas and a healthy 2020.

See you in the New Year! X

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26 Cleft Lip & Palate: Joanna's Journey

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 02:00:00 GMT

This episode of The Guinea Pig is both uplifting and emotional for everyone involved, as Joanna shares her journey with us of her cleft lip and palate correction & why she felt the time was right to come to the clinic to see Maryam.

We hear what happened during Joanna's consultancy, treatments Maryam has made to her lip and nose and what will happen next.

This is an emotional episode for Maryam too, as we discover that working with the charity 'Smile' during her medical training made her realise that oculoplastic surgery would be her calling.

my.smiletrain.org.uk

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25 What Works & What Doesn't - with Alice Hart-Davis

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 02:00:00 GMT

We're back in the clinic and today Maryam and Fiona are joined by journalist & writer Alice Hart-Davis who has spent the last 20 years trialling and writing about the latest tweakments - and being honest about the results.

As The Guinea Pig is about being honest about the procedures being tried and talked about, it seemed only fitting to have Alice come in for a chat. Be prepared from some candid views on everything from skincare to fat freezing and some of the conversations may make you think twice before booking that appointment.

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24 White Teeth & A Healthy Smile....

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 02:00:00 GMT

There's plenty to get your teeth into in this week's episode, as Maryam and Fiona are joined in the clinic by dental therapist with Dawood & Tanner, Tannaz Joorabchian.

Maybe you thought you knew enough about keeping your mouth healthy and teeth in good condition, but perhaps you don't know that brushing after breakfast is disastrous for keeping hold of your teeth? Or that some types of fruit are just as bad as smearing your gnashers in diet coke? This episode really is an education and there's plenty of advice on whitening too...

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23 Alexandra Shulman's Beauty Essentials

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 02:00:00 GMT

In this episode, former Editor-In-Chief of Vogue magazine, Alexandra Shulman dropped into the clinic - an environment rather unfamiliar to her - to show Maryam and Fiona the results of her recent collaboration with Boots No7 range.

Although Alex loves all things make-up and beauty, she's always resisted ANY kind of procedure invasive or noninvasive and would rather be doing practically anything else with her time. Alex, Maryam and Fiona chat about body image and if the world of magazines are to blame for playing a part in the upsurge of tweekments, why Alex has never wanted to get anything done herself when everyone around her is, make-up must haves and the top three beauty essentials she can't live without.

Oh and we also find out there was almost a world wide mascara shortage!

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22 Face Gym with Inge Theron

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 02:00:00 GMT

We're back in the clinic with Maryam and Fiona and this week the focus is on facial exercises and how they may be a great alternative to invasive procedures. Inge Theron is the founder of Face Gym and popped into the clinic to talk about the benefits of facial workout, plus Fiona gives her verdict on a recent visit to a Face Gym. The trio also talk about facial workout gadgets which can be used in the home and what (if any) benefits there may be from this practice.

It's a fascinating look at an alternative way of refreshing tired faces, boosting collagen and bringing vitality back to the appearance.

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21 Anaesthesia : The Facts with Dr Alex Oliver

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 14:17:01 GMT

The fascinating world of anaesthesia is often overlooked, but obviously a huge consideration when facing a bigger procedure. How safe is it? What are the side effects, and what do you need to know?

Dr Alex Oliver is a consultant at The Royal Marsden Hospital and came to the clinic to speak to Fiona and Maryam about all things anaesthesia, so if you're facing an operation, or even thinking of having one in the future, this episode will answer some important questions.

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20 Look Into My Eyes....

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 02:00:00 GMT

...The windows to the soul, the first thing we notice about someone's face and sometimes a tell tale sign of age.

As always we're in the clinic, but in this episode Fiona brings friend Jayne in to talk to Maryam about the possibility of having excess skin around the eyes removed, as she believes it to age her face.

As always Dr Maryam goes though the different procedures available, the effectiveness and what risks could be involved.

Will Jayne decide to go for a procedure, or will the frank consultation put her off?

And also we find out once and for all, how and when to put on eye cream.

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19 Body Dysmorphia with Dr Linda Papadopoulos

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this age of Insta and looking 'filter perfect' in real life, what affect is it having on our mental health and the way we think of our looks?

Body dysmorphia (BDD) affects men and women a-like in equal measure and can have disastrous effects on people's lives and the lives of their families, plus it can mean that sufferers seek (and sometimes get) procedures and surgery as a result.

Dr Linda Papadopoulos is a leading psychologist and came into the clinic to speak to Fiona and Maryam about what BDD is, how it can be treated and how to spot it in yourself and others.

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18 Face Peels and getting skin ready for the chill

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In today's episode Maryam and Fiona catch-up in the clinic to chat all things face peels, sheet masks and getting skin ready for the colder months. This is such a vast subject and everything is covered, with Dr Maryam giving some great advice on the dos and don'ts of face peels, especially at home treatments and when too much is too much!

We also venture into the world of facial exercises and Fiona throws down the gauntlet to Maryam to do some guinea pigging herself... will she take-up the challenge?

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17 Face & Neck Lift, with Dr Rajv Grover

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In today's episode we remember the time Fiona's daughter said something far less than complimentary about her neck, promoting her to seek the services of top surgeon Dr Rajiv Grover.

Rajiv dropped into the clinic to talk to Maryam and Fiona about what he did in Fi's case, and we also learn what needs to be considered if anyone is contemplating a face lift:

The dos, the don'ts, the warning signs that your surgeon doesn't have a patient's best interests at heart and the risks involved in such an invasive procedure, plus there are some eye opening insights - and not only about plastic surgery!

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16 Hair, with Nicola Clarke

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this episode John Frieda colourist Nicola Clarke is in the clinic to discuss all things hair with Fiona and Maryam.

Nicola is at the very top of her field and what she doesn't know about colouring and styling hair just isn't worth knowing.

As well as giving some great advice about selecting, maintaining and caring for colour, Nicola - who styles everyone from Kate Moss to Cate Blanchett - also shares some hair care secrets of the stars.

We also hear about a new 'miracle' shampoo AND Fiona finds out what we can do about those stray greys 'down below'...

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15 Bladder & Incontinence With Tania Adib

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In past episodes of The Guinea Pig, Fiona has been candid about a problem which affects a huge amount of women; that when she gets the urge to go to the toilet, she's unable to stop. So many of us suffer with different levels of incontinence , yet are too embarrassed to talk about it or get help.

In this episode, Tania Adib joins Maryam and Fiona in the clinic to talk about the treatments she gave to Fiona to combat her lose bladder and then crucially, to find out if they had any effect.

Fiona also decided that whilst she was being treated in this area, that she should try the O-Shot - find out here what the verdict was with that too!

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Coming Up in Ep 15: Can You Make Your Bladder Young Again?

Sun, 22 Sep 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this snippet of the next episode of The Guinea Pig, we hear what happened when Fiona was treated by Tania Adib for a very personal issue with her bladder. Tania joins Maryam and Fiona in the clinic to talk about the treatment Fiona had - and what the results are.

Tania also speaks about the many issues women of all ages can face with their bladders, often inhibiting a good quality of life and the lack of help and awareness available to those who suffer.

The FULL episode will be available from Thursday 26th September 2019.

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14 Keeping The Glow Through Winter; With Amanda Harrington

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 01:00:00 GMT

As we leave the summer behind, Fiona and Maryam find out how to keep-hold of that sun-kissed glow into the autumn and winter months, as Amanda Harrington joins them in the clinic with her bag of tricks.

Amanda takes us through her fascinating and inspiring story of how and why she developed her own self-tan range and we hear how it should be applied, who should wear which tone and why most tan products (including sprays) smells so awful... and why Amanda's doesn't.

As always we hear honest anecdotes and real life experience, plus some invaluable dos and don't from our expert guest.

AND The Guinea Pig has now gone weekly, so they'll be a brand new episode EVERY Thursday.

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13 Fasting For Health - The Safe Way.

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this episode Fiona and Maryam explore the world of fasting, vitamins, beauty rituals and wellness.

The industry of detox and fasting is booming, but how can you do it safely and how does it affect different people?

Both Fiona and Maryam tried the Prolon fast and had different thoughts and experiences.

Plus, you'll hear how the experts look after mind, body and soul and pick-up some tips along the way.

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COMING UP in Ep 13: Fasting, Vitamins and Skin Care Rituals

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this snapshot of the next episode of The Guinea Pig, Fiona and Maryam explore the world of fasting, vitamins, beauty rituals and wellness.

Hear how the experts look after mind, body and soul and pick-up some tips along the way.

We also hear their contrasting experiences with using the Prolon fasting regimen.

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12 All things Acne, with Dr Justine Hextall

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Maryam and Fiona welcome dermatologist Dr Justine Hextall to the clinic to talk all things spots and acne.

As we know, spots seem to come in all shapes and sizes and can strike at the WORST moments, whilst a large proportion of people can be affected in such a way that it affects their mental health.

Justine is on-hand to give advice on everything from rogue breakouts to full-blown acne, plus we learn why bottoms can get spotty, if toothpaste REALLY works on a zit and the best way to squeeze it!

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COMING Up in Ep 12: Acne with Dr Justine Hextall

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this taster of next week's episode, dermatologist Dr Justine Hextall pops into the clinic to talk to Maryam and Fiona about all things acne. Whether it's on your face, back - or your bottom - acne can be the cause of much embarrassment to those who suffer.

What are the different kinds of spots? How can they be treated and does toothpaste really work?

Listen to the full episode one week today!

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11 The Eyes Have It & Skin Tag Removal

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Fiona once again 'keeps it in the family' when husband Robert comes along to the clinic to share his experiences of having an eye lid reduction.

Many men of Robert's generation probably wouldn't consider having such procedures, for fear of being thought vain; But Maryam explains why performing this surgery on Robert was essential for a multitude of medical reasons.

Plus, whilst he's in the clinic, Robert also has the pleasure of Maryam removing a skin-tag AND gets a stern lecture in SPF usage!

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COMING UP in Ep 11: Eyes, Skin Tags & A Lesson In Sun Screen

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this taster of next week's episode, it's another family affair for Fiona, as husband Robert drops into the clinic to talk about his experiences of eye lid surgery. Dr Maryam explains the reasons why getting this kind of procedure is necessary, rather than being an exercise in vanity, AND whilst he's there Robert gets a lesson in protecting skin from the sun and has a skin tag removed!

Listen to the FULL episode a week today.

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10 Vogue Beauty Editor Jess Diner

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 01:00:00 GMT

If anyone knows what's hot in the world of beauty, it's going to be the beauty editor of Vogue and the lady herself, Jess Diner gives some amazing advice and tips from Botox to minimise sweating to face masks and lasers it's all here.

Plus some advice for pregnant listeners who may be wondering if they can still have a tweakment.

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COMING UP ON EP 10: Vogue Beauty Editor, Jess Diner

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 01:00:00 GMT

If anyone knows what's hot in the world of beauty, it's going to be the beauty editor of Vogue and the lady herself, Jess Diner gives some amazing advice and tips in the next episode, out a week today - here's a snipped to wet the appetite.

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9 Rosacea with Dr Alexis Granite & Bladder Update

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this episode we discover everything there is to know about rosacea, what it is, why we get it and how to treat it, with dermatologist Dr Alexis Granite. Rosacea can strike at any age and occur for a myriad of reasons, at varying degrees and many find it debilitating - as always The Guinea Pig is here to help. Plus Fiona gives us an update on the treatment she's looking into to help a weak bladder.

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COMING-UP in Ep 9: Rosacea & A Bladder Update

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 01:00:00 GMT

Rosacea can affect anyone at any time in their life and has a number of causes, so Fiona and Maryam invited Dr Alexis Granite into the clinic to talk about how and why it occurs and the best way to deal with it. Plus Fiona gives us an update on her bladder treatment.

This is a trailer for the FULL episode which you can hear a week today.

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8 Let's Hit The Beach - Getting Summer Ready

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 01:00:00 GMT

As this episode was recorded at the start of the summer Dr Maryam and Fiona tell us what they're doing to get summer ready. Can Botox remedy problems with sweat? Which fake tans are the best for getting you beach ready? And will fat freezing help you feel more confident in a bikini?

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COMING UP in Ep 8: Getting summer ready

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this taste of episode 8, we hear what have Fiona and Dr Maryam been doing to get summer ready. How can you combat sweaty armpits and what are the best fake tans on the market? Here's a glimpse of things to come... FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE A WEEK TODAY.

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7 Mother Nose Best?

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 01:00:00 GMT

This episode sees Fiona get rather emotional as her daughter, Molly sits in The Guinea Pig chair.

Molly has been unhappy with her nose for as long as she can remember, despite Fiona's belief that it's perfect and should be left alone.

Now Molly has grown-up she's decided to come to the clinic and see if there's anything Dr Maryam can suggest.

Spoiler alert: Molly gets her way and we hear what Maryam does to change the shape of her nose right before her mother's eyes.

You can see the results for yourself, but checking out Insta - @theguineapigpodcast

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COMING UP in Ep 7: She Nose What She's Doing

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 01:00:00 GMT

The next episode of The Guinea Pig is a slightly emotional one for Fiona, as she brought her daughter Molly into the clinic to speak to Maryam. Molly has been unhappy with her nose for most of her life and Fiona thinks it's beautiful and shouldn't be touched!

As Molly is in her early 20s, it's up to her to decide what she wants to do...so will she have the filers which Maryam has recommended?

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE A WEEK TODAY, but in the meantime enjoy this snippet...

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6 Lips, A Step Too Far & Bladder Control

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Maryam and Fiona catch-up in the clinic and Fiona gives her verdict of the 'lip freshener' she had a few weeks ago and what Fiona did next ... in her own words, she went 'too far'. Fiona also shares a complaint, which although is very personal to her, will resonate with thousands of women across the world - especially following childbirth.

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COMING-UP in Ep 6: Having A 'Swell Time' - Lip update.

Thu, 30 May 2019 01:00:00 GMT

In this sneak peek of episode 6, we hear firsthand from Fiona about what can happen when one goes 'too far' after she cheated on Maryam and learnt the hard way that less is definitely more. Fiona also shares a complaint, which although is very personal to her, will resonate with thousands of women across the world - especially following childbirth.

The FULL episode will drop a week from today.

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5 You're So Vein, With Prof Mark Whiteley

Thu, 23 May 2019 02:00:00 GMT

In this fascinating episode, Fiona brought along a man who knows her inside out after digging around to get rid of her varicose veins. Professor Mark Whiteley gives some incredible insights to a world seldom understood by doctors outside of the field.

For example, did you know that varicose veins grow back? Prof Mark tells us how to get rid once and for all, as well as giving some amazing advice to anyone seeking to treat prominent veins on the hands.

And could you be the one in three UK females being misdiagnosed with chronic pelvic pain?

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COMING-UP in Ep 5: Veins with Professor Mark Whiteley

Thu, 16 May 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Here's a sneak peek at what Prof Mark Whiteley had to say when he dropped into the clinic to talk to Maryam and Fiona about the fascinating subject of veins, although Mark already knows Fiona inside-out after treating her 'leg snakes'.

But we also hear about how one-in-three females in the UK are being misdiagnosed with chronic pain due to a lack of understanding of how veins and their intricate nature work.

Listen to this to wet your appetite for the full episode next week.

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4 Getting A-Breast Of It - With Dr Jacqueline Lewis.

Thu, 09 May 2019 02:10:00 GMT

We're back in The Cadogan Clinic with Dr Jacqueline Lewis, one of the UK's leading breast surgeons.

Jackie speaks to Maryam and Fiona (who just about managed to keep her shirt on) about breast augmentation, reduction, enhancement and of course the various things that can be done to those who have had mastectomy etc.

As always safety is addressed and we hear how the Insta generation are causing concern among practitioners.

And Fiona mind is blown on hearing about another use for PRP which will 'climax' in a future episode.

Adult only content.

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3 Lip Service & Glow Rehab - The Verdict.

Thu, 09 May 2019 02:05:00 GMT

Fiona gives her verdict on the 'Glow Rehab' treatment from the last episode and then turns her attention to the hydration of lips, prompting Maryam to give some invaluable advice to anyone even thinking about fillers in the lips.

There have been numerous stories in the news of people who have had procedures which have resulted in some upsetting pictures of swollen, painful lips and Maryam goes through the various things that can go wrong and the importance of finding a properly, medically trained practitioner.

Will Fiona still decide to Guinea Pig for us after hearing the risks? Spoiler alert... she does and you can hear what happens in this episode.

Adult only content.

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2 Glow Rehab & Teeth Whitening with Olivia Falcon of The Editor's List

Thu, 09 May 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Beauty Editor, Olivia Falcon drops-in to the clinic to talk about 'The Editor's List' - which provides a vital service to anyone who may be considering a procedure, or even just wanting to revamp their skincare regimen and we find out that the whole venture came about thanks to Fiona's neck.

Safety and information feature large in this episode and Olivia gives some great advice about teeth whitening and rosacea.

AND as this is The Guinea Pig, Maryam also gives Fiona her very first 'tweakment' to try for us, hear what happened when she was the recipient of 'Glow Rehab', a trio of treatments which aims to rejuvenate the skin.

This content is for adults only.

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1 'Hello' From The Guinea Pig!

Thu, 09 May 2019 01:58:00 GMT

In the first episode of The Guinea Pig, we are introduced to oculoplastic surgeon & aesthetic doctor, Dr Maryam Zamani & Fiona Golfar, who as well as being a journalist, writer and former editor-at-large for British Vogue, is also our very own Guinea Pig!

We hear how Maryam and Fiona met and why they decided to make this podcast, which will see Fiona trialling a myriad of 'tweakments',so anyone thinking of having a procedure themselves, is armed with the facts they need.

As you will hear, Fiona has a long history of cosmetic treatments; from a tummy tuck to Botox and she's willing to try pretty much anything out-there; thank goodness Maryam is here to hold her back and remind her of the potential risks.

This series will look at a whole host of invasive and non-invasive procedures in a fun, informative way and expert guests drop-into the clinic to talk about breasts, lips, eyes, noses and even bladders - nothing is off limits!

This content is for adults only.

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The Guinea Pig - coming soon!

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 13:18:24 GMT

Leading surgeon and founder of cult brand MZ SKIN, Dr Maryam Zamani and ex-Vogue editor-at-Large, Fiona Golfar present The Guinea Pig podcast, delivering the latest advanced beauty treatment news and reviews in an insightful, entertaining manner - Fiona and Maryam share their honest opinions and hilarious real-life experiences.

For adults only, this bi-weekly podcast covers the latest aesthetic treatment reviews by the resident guinea pig, Fiona Golfar, supported by necessary medical advice and insights from Dr Maryam Zamani.

Fiona tries the treatments - so you don’t have to - allowing the listener to decide for themselves once they are armed with the necessary knowledge, questions to ask and potential risks.

Maryam and Fiona chat openly and candidly about products and procedures aided by experts & high-profile friends to offer advice and insights to anyone considering a treatment.

So if you, or someone you know is thinking of changing their moisturiser, dealing with tired looking eyes, or even having a neck-lift. make sure you listen to The Guinea Pig first!

The Guinea Pig provides unbiased, information to those who may be considering cosmetic surgery or even trialling a non-invasive treatment or product. We do not endorse the use of any product or procedure featured in this podcast and are not responsible for the outcome of any of the treatments featured on this podcast or any damage caused in connection with any treatments or products. Should you decide to try any of the procedures, treatments or products mentioned in any episode of The Guinea Pig, you do so at your own risk. Always consult an independent and fully qualified medical professional if you are considering embarking on any medical procedure, irrespective of whether it is an invasive or non-invasive procedure.

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