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The Glow Up
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Welcome to the home of VIP Publishing podcasts! Listen back to The Glow Up, where we chat to fascinating Irish personalities about their lives - all through the lens of beauty. Don’t miss our Power of Women miniseries, spotlighting trailblazing women in business as they share the lessons, challenges and wins that shaped them. And in VIP Moments, VIP editor Bianca Luykx sits down with well-known names to relive the defining moments of their lives - from the unforgettable to the utterly cringe.
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Give this is a listen if you're in need of a bit of laugh! The Ireland AM anchorwoman, Muireann O'Connell is just a complete hoot. She's also a great storyteller to boot! And as for her most embarrassing moment, medal for bravery, please!
(Originally released 21st July 2023)
VIP Magazine presents VIP Moments - a podcast series in which host Bianca Luykx talks to well known personalities about those defining moments in their lives, from the most memorable to the most embarrassing. Listen in for in-depth conversations on the moments that make us and break us.
"A new baby and a chart-topping book!", Georgie Crawford can't believe her luck. In this chat, the wellness warrior joins VIP editor Bianca Luykx to talk about "this" special moment along with all the other VIP Moments that have shaped her and made her the happiest she's ever been.
(Originally released 24th May 2023)
VIP Magazine presents VIP Moments - a podcast series in which host Bianca Luykx talks to well known personalities about those defining moments in their lives, from the most memorable to the most embarrassing. Listen in for in-depth conversations on the moments that make us and break us.
Comedian Deirdre O'Kane first heard the sound of applause aged three. Crazy isn't it how these early memories leave such lasting impacts? In episode 2 of VIP Moments, (but recorded as episode 1 which makes Deirdre our Virgin VIP Moment-er!) Deirdre tells us how the stage is her sacred space, how it saved her when her husband was unwell, how performing live gives her life, how applause is addictive, about wild howling Irish audiences and about Christmas poker games she'll never forget.
(Originally released 15th December 2022)
VIP Magazine presents VIP Moments - a podcast series in which host Bianca Luykx talks to well known personalities about those defining moments in their lives, from the most memorable to the most embarrassing. Listen in for in-depth conversations on the moments that make us and break us.
You in need of some wellness advice? Stay right here. Podcaster, broadcaster and OUR life coach Sile Seoige joins Bianca Luykx to talk about how vulnerability is a superpower, how your gut is your second brain and why you should never wear silk to a spa launch!
(Originally released 6th December 2022)
VIP Magazine presents VIP Moments - a podcast series in which host Bianca Luykx talks to well known personalities about those defining moments in their lives, from the most memorable to the most embarrassing. Listen in for in-depth conversations on the moments that make us and break us.
In our final episode of the series, Queen of Brows Kim O'Sullivan talks about starting Brow Aid during the pandemic, and how she took a leap of faith to go out on her own.
PR powerhouse Amy Buckeridge takes us on her career journey and how it all happened 'by accident'. Plus eir's Managing Director of Customer Operations Sinéad O'Gorman joins us.
Winner of the eir VIP Publishing Power Of Women Awards Wellness Category Denise Kenny Byrne joins us to talk 2024 goals, returning to work after welcoming her daughter, and growing The Head Plan.
We're back with another eir Power of Women miniseries! In this episode the winner of the eir VIP Publishing Power Of Women Awards Cosmetics & Skincare Category Jennifer Rock opens up about building her skincare business from the ground up, the lessons she's learned along the way and what's next for the beloved brand.
In the final episode of the eir Power of Women miniseries, Jade speaks with Susan Brady, eir's Managing Director of Consumer & Small Business. They discuss the company's support for female-led businesses and Susan’s personal experience navigating the business world.
In this episode of The Glow Up's eir Power of Women miniseries, we sit down with Sinead O'Brien, the founder of shapewear brand Vacious. Sinead shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey, from identifying a gap in the market to building a successful business that empowers women to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin.
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In the latest episode of our eir Power of Women miniseries, host Jade Hayden sits down with beauty and haircare expert Ceira Lambert, founder of Ceira Lambert Hair Consultancy and creator of the C30 haircare brand. Ceira shares her journey, challenges, and personal beauty favorites.
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Kash Beauty Mystery Box
Clarins Beauty Flash Balm
Host Jade Hayden is back for episode 2 of our eir Power Of Women miniseries as she sits down with the woman behind one of Ireland's most beloved clothing brands, Folkster. She talks navigating the world of business, her beauty favourites, and dressing brides up and down the country.
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Sculpted By Aimee Bare Basics Palette
YSL Touche Éclat High Cover Concealer
AYU Cosmetics Instant Under Eye Concealer
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Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Exfoliator
Pestle And Mortar Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Bare By Vogue Face Tanning Serum
Batiste Dry Shampoo
Skingredients X Cleanse Off Mitt
In the first instalment of our 5 part eir Power Of Women miniseries, host Jade Hayden sits down with Pat Kane, the woman behind environmental living and awareness hub Reuzi. They talk sustainable beauty, building a small business and favourite products.
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Ground Wellbeing Balancing CBD Balm
Skingredients Range
SEABODY Glycan Enrich Moisturiser
Ella & Jo 3 in 1 Hyaluronic Skin Mist
Sponsored by Malfy Gin | It's Vicki's last episode and she's joined by producer Patrick to reminisce about her favourite guests and funniest moments of the past six seasons of The Glow Up. Vicki also sits down with the new editor of STELLAR!
Malfy Gin is Ireland’s sweet and stylish taste of that luxurious La Dolce Vita life. Always drink responsibly, get the facts. Visit DrinkAware.ie for more.
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SOSU Cosmetics Contour Stick
Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Matte Bronzer
CeraVe Cleanser
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SkinCeuticals Ultra Facial Defense SPF 50+
NUXE Shimmering Dry Oil Huile Prodigieuse®
Dove DermaSpa Gradual Self Tan
St Tropez Gradual Tan
Sponsored by Malfy Gin | Vicki is joined by former beauty queen and model turned wellness entrepreneur, food writer, professional hiker and vegan legend - the one and only Roz Purcell! She reminisces on her beauty queen days and reveals the products she swears by.
Malfy Gin is Ireland’s sweet and stylish taste of that luxurious La Dolce Vita life. Always drink responsibly, get the facts. Visit DrinkAware.ie for more.
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Sunday Riley C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream
Heliocare 360 AK Fluid SPF 100+
Codex Beauty Bia Gentle Cleansing Oil
The Organic Pharmacy Antioxidant Lip Balm
REN Clean Skincare Perfect Canvas Clean Jelly Oil Cleanser
Sunday Riley Pink Drink Firming Resurfacing Essence Mist
Sunday Riley Luna Sleeping Night Oil
Weleda Skin Food Cream
REN Clean Skincare Brightening Dark Circle Eye Cream
NIOXIN Shampoo
Watermans GrowMe Shampoo
Annutri Grow It Hair Growth Supplements
L-Tyrosine - Amino Acids to Stimulate Hair Growth
True Beauty Do You Lip Liner
bareMinerals GEN NUDE™ Under Over Lip Liner, Vibe
Milk Makeup Lip + Cheek Cream Blush and Lip Tint
Sculpted By Aimee Satin Silk Longwear Foundation
Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Foundation
Sculpted By Aimee MyMascara
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk
Bare By Vogue Self Tan Foam
Amanda Harrington Face Illuminating Bronzing Mist
SOSU Dripping Gold Glowing Steady Gradual Tan
Sponsored by Malfy Gin | Below Deck Sailing Yacht's Chief Stewardess Daisy Kelliher joins Vicki to fill us in on the glamour (or rather lack thereof!) on board one of reality TV’s most successful franchises.
Malfy Gin is Ireland’s sweet and stylish taste of that luxurious La Dolce Vita life. Always drink responsibly, get the facts. Visit DrinkAware.ie for more.
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Drunk Elephant
Cotz Face SPF
NARS Cosmetics Liquid Blush - Orgasm
Charlotte Tilbury Pinkgasm Beauty Light Wand
Marc Jacobs Daisy Skies Eau de Toilette
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Sponsored by Malfy Gin | Vicki's joined by one of the Real Housewives of Potomac's green eyed bandits, Gizelle Bryant! Plus, we're bringing you all of the behind the scenes goss from our trip to Bravocon with Hayu.
Malfy Gin is Ireland’s sweet and stylish taste of that luxurious La Dolce Vita life. Always drink responsibly, get the facts. Visit DrinkAware.ie for more.
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Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz®
Glossier Boy Brow
Inglot Freedom System Palette
Inglot Liquid Eyeliner
skinbetter AlphaRet Overnight Cream
De Marly Cassili Fragrance
Tom Ford Lavender Extreme
Hermes Unisex Fragrances
Fenty Beauty Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
Sponsored by Malfy Gin | The RTÉ presenter and Ultimate Hell Week - The Professionals contestant Bláthnaid Treacy joins Vicki to reveal the beauty secrets she's learned over the years and how she survived the grueling reality competition.
This season, The Glow Up is brought to you by Malfy Gin, a collection of three delicious flavours that scream summer and give those looking to level-up their cocktails a way to add a glamorous and stylish splash.
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YSL Nu Glow In Balm
IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream with SPF 50
Kiehls Calendula Collection - Toner & Face Wash for Sensitive Skin
Simple Kind to Skin Cleansing Facial Wipes
Charlotte Tilbury Genius Magic Powder
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Multi Glow
IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk - Luxury Palette Of Pops
Lisa Eldridge Liquid Lurex Eyeshadow
Benefit Cosmetics They're Real! Lengthening Mascara
RevitaLash® Advanced Sensitive
Maison Margiela Replica
YSL Black Opium Eau de Parfum
Issey Miyake L'Eau D'Issey Perfume
Sponsored by Malfy Gin | We're back with content creator and beauty fanatic Sophie Murray joining Vicki in studio to talk about how she grew her Instagram following over lockdown and what she can't live without in her makeup bag.
This season of The Glow Up is sponsored by Malfy Gin—your taste of that La Dolce Vita life. Whether you’re having the chats in your back garden or out on the town in your favourite bar—you can add a stylish and glamourous twist to any occasion with Malfy. Always drink responsibly, get the facts, be drink aware, visit drinkaware.ie for more.
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CeraVe Blemish Control Face Cleanser
Cerave SA Smoothing Cleanser with Salicylic Acid
CeraVe Hydrating Cream to Foam Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum
La Roche-Posay Niacinamide B10 Serum
Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum Complexion
La Roche Posay Pigmentclar Day Cream
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
K18 Leave-in Molecular Repair Hair Mask
Olaplex Shampoo & Conditioner
Redken Volume Injection Shampoo
R+Co BLEU
Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate
Color Wow Dream Filter
Olaplex No.4P Blonde Enhancer Toning Shampoo
R+Co Dallas Thickening Spray
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter
Sculpted by Aimee Brighten Up Concealer
Hourglass Vanish Seamless Finish Liquid Foundation
Charlotte Tilbury Cryo-recovery Face Mask
IMAGE VITAL C hydrating water burst
REFY Brow Sculpt
MAC Extended Play Lash Mascara
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand - Pinkgasm
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk - Cheek To Chic - Pink Powder Blush
Hourglass Unreal High Shine Volumizing Lip Gloss - Truth
Lisa Eldridge Velvet Ribbon - True Velvet Lipstick
Fenty Beauty - Stunna Lip Paint Longwear
Rimmel London Stay Matte Liquid Lip Colour - Fire Starter
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder
Charlotte Tilbury Lip Cheat Lip Liner Pillow Talk
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
Sponsored by Malfy Gin | Today FM's Pamela Joyce is with us in studio to talk TikTok beauty trends, her must have products and her many hairstyles throughout the years.
This season of The Glow Up is sponsored by Ireland’s taste of La Dolce Vita life, Malfy Gin. Whether you want to add a splash of summer with their Rosa, Arancina or Con Limone flavours… it’s the most stylish gin out there.
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Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Foundation
L'Oreal Paris Infallible 32HR Freshwear Foundation
Environ: Skin EssentiA Mild Cleansing Lotion
Nivea Nourishing Day Cream
Image Ormedic Face Wash
La Roche Posay HyaluB5
Skingredients Skin Protein Anti-Ageing Retinoid Serum
FARO Brushes
Kerastase Shampoo
Sebastian Professional Dark Oil
Schwarzkopf got2b Powder'ful Volumizing Styling Powder













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