The Guinea Pig

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

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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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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!

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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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!

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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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!

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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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!

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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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!

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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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.

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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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!

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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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 ...

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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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.

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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