The Glow Up
STELLAR and VIP Publishing Present... The Glow Up, home to our podcast series in which we interview interesting Irish people about their lives through the lens of one of our favourite subjects - beauty! Our latest miniseries, The Glow Up - eir Power Of Women, focuses on the stories and the lessons learned by some of the country’s top and rising female stars in business.
Episodes

Monday Jun 20, 2022
Monday Jun 20, 2022
Sponsored by Hayu | Vicki is joined in studio by Ireland's most famous drag queen, Rory 'Panti Bliss' O'Neill. Rory talks through his life in drag, creating Panti, becoming the proprietor of some of the hottest spots in Dublin, and fighting for equality through art, fun, powerful words, and glamour!
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Products mentioned:
Rimmel Glam Eyes Liquid Eye Liner
Kroylan TV Paint Stick
MAC Raizin Contour
Kryolan Bright Coloured Palette
BPerfect Stacey Marie Carnival XL Pro Palette
Pros-Aide Glue
Elmers Glue Stick
Barry M Lipliner
YSL Forever Youth Liberator Serum
Cien Q10 Serum
Cien Q10 Moisturiser

Monday Jun 06, 2022
Monday Jun 06, 2022
Sponsored by Hayu | Vicki's former Glow Up co-host Valerie Loftus is back to fill us in on what she's been up to, the products she's fallen in love with, and the beauty prepping she's been doing for her wedding day!
Hayu is the home of reality TV – with over 8,000 episodes of your favourite reality shows available to stream and download, including: Below Deck, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, The Real Housewives, Million Dollar Listing and Vanderpump Rules. Right now until 1st July listeners can bag yourselves 50% off a 6-month subscription at Hayu.com with code SPRINGSALE! T&Cs apply.
Products mentioned:
Skinceuticals Vitamin C Floritin CF
Pestle Mortar Vit C
Vichy Vit C Ampules
Cream Cleanser Skingredients Pre Pro?
Skinceuticals Retinol 3 Medical Looking Tube
Sephora Matte Liquid Lipstick
Lisa Eldridge Velvet Ribbon True Velvet Lipstick
My Armani To Go Essence In Foundation Tone-Up Cushion
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray
Charlotte Tilbury Quick Easy Makeup Look in 5
Glossier Futuredew
Charlotte Tilbury Hollywood Flawless Filter
Sculpted by Aimee Brighten Up Concealer - Vanilla
Lisa Eldridge Rainbow Spill
BPerfect Stacey Marie Carnival Palette

Monday May 23, 2022
Monday May 23, 2022
Sponsored by hayu | Vicki is joined by Paralympian gold medallist, Dancing With The Stars finalist, and STELLAR's current cover girl Ellen Keane. She opens up about her seriously busy year, and the beauty tips that helped her along the way.
hayu is the home of reality TV – with over 8,000 episodes of your favourite reality shows available to stream and download, including: Below Deck, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, The Real Housewives, Million Dollar Listing and Vanderpump Rules. Right now until 1st July listeners can bag yourselves 50% off a 6-month subscription at Hayu.com with code SPRINGSALE! T&Cs apply.
Products mentioned:
Reform Hyal Vitamin C and E Serum
NUXE Very Rose Refreshing Toning Mist
Environ Skin EssentiA Dual Action Pre Cleansing Oil
Sculpted by Aimee Second Skin Foundation
Sculpted by Aimee Connolly Brighten Up Concealer
Sculpted by Aimee Connolly Lip Duo
K18 Leave-in Molecular Repair Hair Mask
NuFACE Mini Facial Toning Device
La Roche Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Wednesday May 11, 2022
Wednesday May 11, 2022
Sponsored by Hayu | Now, we know this fortnight’s episode is a couple of days late but I swear, it’s been worth waiting for - this has been my most requested guest but she’s a tricky gal to pin down as she is an extremely busy woman - an entrepreneur in the fields of fashion, beauty, lifestyle and now, booze! Please welcome the gorgeous and accomplished Pippa O'Connor Ormond!
Products mentioned:
Up Cosmetics Perfect Nude Lipstick
Up Cosmetics Ten Palette
Up Cosmetics Peach Glow Cream Blusher
Sisley Paris Radiant Glow Express Mask
SkinCeuticals SPF UV 50
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic®
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF®
Environ Skin EssentiA Dual Action Pre Cleansing Oil
Image Skincare ORMEDIC® balancing facial cleanser
Image Skincare VITAL C hydrating antioxidant A C E serum
Image Skincare CLEAR CELL Restoring Serum
Image Skincare SPF
La Mer The Mist
Blank Canvas F01 Quick Multi-Purpose Brush
Skingredients Skin Shield SPF 50
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
Mac Satin Lipstick in Myth
Yves Saint Laurent The Shock Volumizing Mascara
Lancôme Hypnôse Volumising Mascara
Benefit Roller Lash Mascara - Mini
Benefit Roller Liner Matte Liquid Eyeliner
Vita Liberata Tan Mousse
Bare By Vogue Self Tan
Bare By Vogue Face Tanning Serum
NARS Cosmetics Stromboli Sheer Glow Foundation
TANORGANIC BFF BRUSH
hayu is the home of reality TV – with over 8,000 episodes of your favourite reality shows available to stream and download, including: Below Deck, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, The Real Housewives, Million Dollar Listing and Vanderpump Rules. Complete box sets mean you can binge watch series from the start whilst avoiding FOMO with many new episodes available the same day as the US. So what are you waiting for? Try for free now at hayu.com.

Monday Apr 25, 2022
Monday Apr 25, 2022
Sponsored by Hayu | Known for her clear, concise broadcasting style and reassuringly glam smoky eye, Virgin Media News Correspondent Zara King joins Vicki in studio to talk on-air beauty, reporting during the pandemic and her desert island beauty products.
Products mentioned:
Benefit Roller Lash Mini
Kash Beauty Sculpt Stick Bronzer - Shady Beach
MAC Blot Powder
Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless
Nimah Stipple Brush
Estée Lauder Double Wear - Shade Tawny
Sculpted by Aimee Second Skin Matte
NARS Cosmetics Sheer Glow Foundation
Sculpted by Aimee MyMascara
Bellamianta Foam Tan
Catrice Kohl Kajal Pencil
L’Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Metal Detox Cleansing Cream Shampoo
Pureology Colour Fantastic Leave In Spray
Kerastase Heat Protector Creme
LanaiBLO Hairdryer
Dermalogica PreCleanse Balm
Image Ormedic Clear Self
La Roche Posay Cleansing Milk
Garnier Micellar Water
Dermalogica Active Clay Cleanser
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra Overnight Cream
Charlotte's Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixir
Dermalogica Active Moist
MAC Prep + Prime fix+
Avène Thermal Spring Water Spray for Sensitive Skin
Benefit Roller Lash Mini Eyeliner
Bronze Express Self Tanning Lotion
SoSu By SJ Wonder Water
MAC Lip Pencil – Lip Liner Boldly Bare
MAC Cremesheen Lipstick Peach Blossom
Soap & Glory Sexy Mother Pucker Pillow Plump XXL Lip Gloss
hayu is the home of reality TV – with over 8,000 episodes of your favourite reality shows available to stream and download, including: Below Deck, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, The Real Housewives, Million Dollar Listing and Vanderpump Rules. Complete box sets mean you can binge watch series from the start whilst avoiding FOMO with many new episodes available the same day as the US. So what are you wating for? Try for free now at hayu.com.

Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Sponsored by Hayu | Vicki is joined in studio by 2fm host and one of the busiest women in broadcasting, Laura Fox! From beauty pageants to big moves, she fills us in on how she landed one of radio’s most coveted slots, and the beauty secrets she learned along the way.
hayu is the home of reality TV – with over 8,000 episodes of your favourite reality shows available to stream and download, including: Below Deck, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, The Real Housewives, Million Dollar Listing and Vanderpump Rules. Complete box sets mean you can binge watch series from the start whilst avoiding FOMO with many new episodes available the same day as the US. So what are you waiting for? Try for free now at hayu.com.
Products mentioned:
Casmara Urban Protect DD Cream
IMAGE Prevention Daily Ultimate Protection Moisturiser SPF50
K18 leave-in molecular repair hair mask
Kevin Murphy Angel Wash
Bellamianta Ultra Dark Liquid Gold Tanning Liquid
MAC Lip Pencil Whirl Lip Liner
Carmex
Casmara Firming Serum
iGlow Lash Maximiser
SOSU By SJ Lashes - 7 Deadly Sins - Envy
Lancôme La Vie Est Belle Eau de Parfum

Monday Mar 28, 2022
Monday Mar 28, 2022
Sponsored by Hayu |
We're kicking Season 5 off with our first ever returning guest, Andrew Fitzsimons! He joins Vicki in studio to talk about the launch of his new range of hair products, the Kardashians' new era, and why smelly balls are the haircare innovation we're all going to be buzzing about.
Products mentioned:
Andrew Fitzsimons Hair Range (Available at Boots)
Andrew Fitzsimons DISCREET AF Dry Shampoo Spray
hayu is the home of reality TV – with over 8,000 episodes of your favourite reality shows available to stream and download, including: Below Deck, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, The Real Housewives, Million Dollar Listing and Vanderpump Rules. Complete box sets mean you can binge watch series from the start whilst avoiding FOMO with many new episodes available the same day as the US. So what are you waiting for? Try for free now at hayu.com.

Monday Oct 25, 2021
Monday Oct 25, 2021
SHE-IY expert, and author of Gaff Goddess Laura de Barra joins Vicki for a chat about her new book Décor Galore, as well as the skincare and beauty faves she can't live without.
Products mentioned:
MAC Ruby Woo Lipstick
Hermès Lipstick
The Ordinary Foundation
Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer
MAC Studio Fix 24-Hour Smooth Wear Concealer
Laura Mecier Translucent Loose Setting Powder
Max Factor False Lash Effect Volumising Mascara
MAC Liquidlast 24-Hour Waterproof Liner
The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser
Codex Bia Hydrating Skin Superfood
J'adore Dior
YSL Libre

Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Wellness expert and the woman behind skincare and self-care brand Ground Wellness joins Vicki for a chat about all things beauty and how she got to where she is today!
Products mentioned:
Kerastase Nutritive Masquintense Fine Hair Mask
TAN-LUXE Super Glow Serum
Skeyndor Serum
Sudocrem
NARS Stromboli Sheer Glow Foundation
NARS Orgasm Liquid Blush
MAC Twirl Lip Liner
iGlow Lash Maximizer
Dior Rouge Lipstick
Dyson Air Wrap

Monday Sep 27, 2021
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Beauty queen, model, influencer and competitor on RTÉ's Ultimate Hell Week - The Professionals Niamh Cullen joins Vicki for a chat about the gruelling reality show, and the beauty favourites she can't live without.
Products Mentioned:
IMAGE Vital C Hydrating Anti-Ageing Serum
Kiehls Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturizing Serum ConcentrateCHANEL Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream-Gel Bronzer
MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural - Give Me Sun!
Charlotte Tilbury - Hollywood Flawless Filter
Benefit Cosmetics BADgal BANG! Volumising Mascara
L'Oreal Paris Telescopic MascaraMAC Mini Strobe Cream
Sculpted By Aimee Second Skin
Sculpted By Aimee Lip Duo
Sculpted By Aimee Beauty Base
MAC Matte Lipstick - WhirlLe Labo | AnOther 13 Eau de Parfum
Hot Tools 24K Gold Curl Bar