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The Guinea Pig

The Guinea Pig Podcast

Leading surgeon and founder of cult brand MZ SKIN, DrMaryamZamani and ex-Vogue editor-at-Large, Fiona GolfarpresentThe Guinea Pigpodcast!Fiona andMaryamshare their honest opinions and hilarious real-life experiences and give essential safety advice to those considering any kind of aesthetic procedure.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

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39 The Fun Of Make-Up, With Celia Burton

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/03/26

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

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38 Katie Piper

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/03/19

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

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37 Fasting with Nutritionist Kim Pearson

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/03/12

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 providesunbiasedinformation to those who may be considering cosmetic surgeryor eventriallinga non-invasive treatment or

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36 After The Fat Transfer...

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/03/05

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

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35 Olivier Amar Returns with a Ground Breaking Treatment

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/02/27

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 providesunbiasedinformation to those who may be considering

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36:26

34 The Boob Ratio, with Patrick Mallucci

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/02/20

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

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

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/02/13

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 SebastianKunz.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

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49:08

32 The Ultimate Facial with Joanne Evans

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2020/02/06

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, pigmentationand acne.We also hear how facials have

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31 Fat Transfer, with Dr Olivier Amar

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/01/30

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

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

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/01/23

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

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29 Cosmetic Acupuncture With Sarah Bradden

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2020/01/16

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

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28 New Year, New Vitality

The Guinea Pig ·

2020/01/09

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

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27 Seasonal Tweakments & A Helping Hand

The Guinea Pig ·

2019/12/19

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

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26 Cleft Lip & Palate: Joanna's Journey

The Guinea Pig ·

2019/12/12

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

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

The Guinea Pig ·

2019/12/05

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

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24 White Teeth & A Healthy Smile....

The Guinea Pig ·

2019/11/28

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

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23 Alexandra Shulman's Beauty Essentials

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2019/11/21

In this episode, formerEditor-In-Chief of Vogue magazine, Alexandra Shulman dropped into the clinic - an environment rather unfamiliarto her - to show Maryam and Fiona the results of her recent collaborationwith Boots No7 range.Although Alex loves all things make-up and beauty, she's always resistedANY kind of procedure invasiveor 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

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22 Face Gym with Inge Theron

The Guinea Pig ·

2019/11/14

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

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28:34

21 Anaesthesia : The Facts with Dr Alex Oliver

The Guinea Pig ·

2019/11/07

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.The Guinea Pig

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34:03

20 Look Into My Eyes....

The Guinea Pig ·

2019/10/31

...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

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