Beauty Unlocked the podcast

Carissa Vikis
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Beauty Unlocked the podcast

Buckle up and get ready as I delve into a variety of topics regarding physical beauty. We'll take a look at our society's obsession with physical beauty and the consequences these impossible beauty standards have had on us. Let's face it; this fascination regarding physical beauty and body image isn't a recent phenomenon; it has been around for centuries, crossing borders, and has affected men and women alike. The realization of this podcast has come about by my own experiences having to deal with society's perverse notion of physical "perfection" and researching an array of topics that have intrigued me over the years.

  1. MAR 12

    Important Updates! What’s Going On?!

    Hey Friends! Coming at you with a quick update on what's going on behind the scenes at Beauty Unlocked. A huge thank you to everyone who supports the show! Your love, listens, and messages mean the world to me. Stay amazing, and I’ll be back soon! ********************** Make sure to follow us on: YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour TikTok: @beautyunlockedthepod ********************* Outro Music: By FASION '1-800-DIRTY' Epidemic Sound

    3 min

  2. MAR 5

    EP - 97 - From Lips to Labia: Why Women Are Puffing Their Privates

    From plumping lips to puffing labia- cosmetic trends are going deeper than ever! We're diving into one of the most buzzed-about intimate aesthetic procedures: the Labia Puff. What is it? Why are more women opting to plump their privates? And what does this trend say about beauty standards and body confidence? Join me as I unpack the who, what, why-and yes, the how- behind this controversial treatment. No shame. No judgment. Just the naked truth. Are You Ready? *************** Sources: https://www.allure.com/story/labia-puff-what-to-know Additional Reading: https://nypost.com/2025/03/03/health/labia-puff-surgery-makes-vaginas-look-more-youthful-say-plastic-surgeons/ *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Intro/Outro Music: Music by Savvier from Fugue FAME INC

    11 min

  3. FEB 26

    EP - 96 - Regency Era Glow-Up: Beauty, Power, and a Bit of Lead

    Attention ALL JANE AUSTEN FANS! Regency-era beauty may look effortless in period dramas, but trust me, it was anything but! From toxic face creams to eyebrow-darkening lead shavings (yes, really), women went to extreme lengths to achieve the ideal porcelain complexion. In this episode, we're diving into the wild, weird, and downright dangerous beauty practices of the past. Was it all worth it? I'll let you be the judge! Are You Ready? *************** Sources: Dead Pretty: The Perils of Georgian Beauty Regimes by Jon Sleigh https://artuk.org/discover/stories/dead-pretty-the-perils-of-georgian-beauty-regimes From Vanity to Insanity? The Perilous Battle for Female Beauty In Georgian Britain by Iona Bentley https://historiansforhistory.wordpress.com/2021/02/09/from-vanity-to-insanity-the-perilous-battle-for-female-beauty-in-georgian-britain-by-iona-bentley/ Women's Regency Makeup: An Overview https://hair-and-makeup-artist.com/womens-regency-makeup/ Regency Cosmetics and Make-Up Looking your Best in 1811 http://hibiscus-sinensis.com/regency/cosmetics.htm *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Intro/Outro Music: Music by Savvier from Fugue FAME INC Additional Music: Audio Hero Bellini "Fantasy on Themes from Norma" Vivaldi Classics "Concerto for Flute, Violin, and Continuo in C Minor

    14 min

  4. FEB 18 · BONUS

    Cortisol Face: TikTok Trend or Total Myth?

    Welcome, friends! In this bonus episode of Beauty Unlocked, I dive into TikTok’s latest obsession: cortisol face. Is it fact or just another viral myth? Join me as we break down the buzz, debunk the claims, and get to the truth behind this trending topic. Are. You. Ready? **************** Articles Referenced: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/body/health/a62138775/cortisol-face/ **************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** INTRO/OUTRO MUSIC By FASION '1-800-DIRTY'

    5 min

  5. FEB 12

    EP - 95 - Dirty Secrets of Cleanliness: A History of Soap in the Western World

    Welcome, friends! Soap- humble yet essential- has cleansed, healed, and even defined social status for millennia. But have you ever wondered where it all began? In this episode, we explore the history of soap in the Western world, from its ancient origins in Mesopotamia to the luxurious soaps of Marseille and the transformative innovations of the Industrial Revolution. Join me as I uncover the fascinating -and sometimes dirty- history behind one of humanity's most vital creations. Tune in, and you'll never look at soap the same way again! Are You Ready? *************** Sources: Marseille soap https://www.marseille-tourisme.com/en/discover-marseille/traditions/marseille-soap/ The dirty history of soap Written By: Judith Ridner Professor of History, Mississippi State University https://theconversation.com/the-dirty-history-of-soap-136434 A Brief History of Soap Making https://www.cosycottagesoap.co.uk/blogs/news/the-history-of-soap-making?srsltid=AfmBOoqp7VRglQpbrfNQ8ivrXOvx04zMCP_Jfr1aBPEdaahD8oKQnJWL *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Intro/Outro Music: Music by Savvier from Fugue FAME INC

    10 min

  6. FEB 5

    EP - 94 - The World of "Professional Beauties"

    Welcome, friends! Join me as we travel back to the 1880s, a time when society became obsessed with the phenomenon of the "professional beauty." Discover the captivating stories of women like Lillie Langtry, who transformed high society with their charm and elegance, and learn about the power they wielded in a world where beauty reigned supreme. Tune in for a journey through history that you won't want to miss! Are You Ready? *************** Article Mentioned: The Professional Beauty https://www.edwardianpromenade.com/women/the-professional-beauty/ The most beautiful women in the Edwardian era  https://www.boredpanda.com/most-beautiful-women-edwardian-era-1900s/ Books Mentioned: The King in Love: Edward VII's Mistresses by Theo Aronson YouTube Videos: King Edward VII's Mistresses https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaahPiAftxo The PLAYBOY KING Edward VII Mistresses https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZXR4YvIHjQ *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Intro/Outro Music: Music by Savvier from Fugue FAME INC

    12 min
  7. Yule Be Sorry: Iceland’s Darkest Holiday Creatures

    12/29/2024 · BONUS

    Yule Be Sorry: Iceland’s Darkest Holiday Creatures

    Welcome, my ghoulish fiends! Join me as we journey into the chilling depths of Icelandic folklore in the final installment of our Frightful Cryptmas series. From Grýla, the child-snatching ogress, to her mischievous Yule Lads and their terrifying feline companion, the Yule Cat, we’ll uncover the dark legends that haunt the Christmas season. Forget the merry cheer—this is where the shadows of winter come alive. Cozy up, but don’t get too comfortable—this episode might leave you second-guessing every creak in the floorboards and shadow on the wall. As the year draws to a close, I wish you not just a Happy New Year, but a haunting one. May your resolutions keep you safe from the shadows... and may you never hear the Yule Cat’s growl in the night! *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: AudioHero.com Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com Tracks Used: "Carol of the Bells" "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies"

    16 min
  8. Move Over Krampus, Belsnickel Is Here!

    12/23/2024 · BONUS

    Move Over Krampus, Belsnickel Is Here!

    This holiday season, beware of who comes knocking at your door! In this Frightful Cryptmas episode, we uncover the chilling legend of Belsnickel—a mysterious figure who judges the behavior of children with a sinister flair. Armed with a sack full of treats for the good and switches for the wicked, this menacing visitor blurs the line between festive cheer and fear. Will you pass his test, or feel the sting of his wrath? Tune in for a spine-tingling tale that will make you think twice about being greedy. *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: AudioHero.com Tracks Used: "Carol of the Bells" "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies" Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com

    6 min
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Buckle up and get ready as I delve into a variety of topics regarding physical beauty. We'll take a look at our society's obsession with physical beauty and the consequences these impossible beauty standards have had on us. Let's face it; this fascination regarding physical beauty and body image isn't a recent phenomenon; it has been around for centuries, crossing borders, and has affected men and women alike. The realization of this podcast has come about by my own experiences having to deal with society's perverse notion of physical "perfection" and researching an array of topics that have intrigued me over the years.

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  • Creator
    Carissa Vikis
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Carissa Vikis
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    Beauty Unlocked the podcast

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