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Let's Get Ugly

Trishna and Disha Daswaney

Join sister duo Trishna and Disha Daswaney, the creative minds behind Kohl Kreatives, as they spill the tea on beauty, wellness, and lifestyle sectors.

Together they bust myths, redefine standards, and keep it real with unfiltered insights from industry experts. No topic is off-limits as they unravel misconceptions and share their own hilarious, relatable stories. Tune in for raw truths and laughs.

Find us @lets.get.ugly on Instagram.

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S6 · E6
Thursday · 31 min
Beauty, Business & Breaking the Rules with Cassie Lomas
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Cassie Lomas (@misscassielomas), make-up artist, educator and founder of beauty brand By Cassie (@bycassieofficial)! With over 30 years in the beauty industry, Cassie looks back on her career working with performers and everyday people, and why she's never believed in following strict makeup rules. She shares how teaching people to use the products they already own inspired her to create a beauty brand focused on simplifying makeup routines. The girls get into beauty trends, social media pressures, multi-use makeup products, and why feeling good matters more than following the latest beauty advice. Plus, Cassie opens up about manifestation, trusting your intuition, and the morning rituals she swears by. Enjoy! Want more?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Stylist: Lauren Paxton Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun Nails : Fette World
S6 · E5
October 30 · 37 min
Nobody Wants This, No-Makeup Makeup & Hollywood Glam with Maria Alejandra Garcia
Join Disha for a special edition of Let's Get Ugly with TV, film and celebrity make-up artist Maria Alejandra Garcia (@makeupartistguru.losangeles), who has spent over two decades working in the industry and is Kristen Bell's key makeup artist on Netflix's Nobody Wants This! Maria looks back on her 23-year working relationship with Kristen and shares what really goes into creating Joanne's signature glow on screen. She gets into the secrets behind natural, camera-ready makeup, why lighting and skincare prep make all the difference, and how even the most effortless looks take serious work. Plus, Maria shares her favourite behind-the-scenes beauty moments, the story behind her lip balm collaboration with Finding Ferdinand (@findingferdinand), and how she created Kristen's glamorous red lip for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Enjoy! – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Stylist: Sofia Lai Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun Jewellery: VIXII
S6 · E4
October 22 · 34 min
Style, Sophistication & Statement Pieces with Hetty Appleton-Miles
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with fashion styling editor Hetty Appleton Miles (@hetty.appletonmiles). Hetty shares how she went from interning at some of fashion's biggest publications to building her career in luxury fashion. She gets into the art of styling, what makes an outfit look expensive, and how to develop a personal style that feels elevated without chasing every trend. The girls talk about investment pieces, wardrobe essentials, and why the smallest details can make all the difference. Plus, Hetty shares her love of the Olsen twins, the return of glamour and colour, and the beauty tricks she swears by. Enjoy! Want more?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Stylist: Lauren Paxton Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
October 9 · 29 min
Lymphatic Drainage, Detox & Debunking Myths with Livs Ferrary
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Livs Ferrary, co-founder of Shape House (@shapehouseco), the body care and wellness clinic based in London and Melbourne! Livs sets the record straight on lymphatic drainage massage, from whether it actually helps with weight loss to why painful treatments don't mean better results. She shares how she and co-founder Georgie created Shape House, why the smallest details can completely change a treatment experience, and what makes their approach to body care different. The girls get into body sculpting, wood therapy, cupping, and simple lymphatic drainage techniques you can try at home. Plus, Livs shares why she thinks the future of wellness is about slowing down, switching off and getting back to hands-on treatments. Enjoy! Want more?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Stylist: Sofia Lai Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun Make-Up Artist: Darrien Sasha
S6 · E2
October 1 · 34 min
Fashion, Fit & Finding Your Style with Sarah Conley
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Sarah Conley (@sarahconleyx), presenter, stylist and fit model. With experience across wholesale, fit modelling and content creation, Sarah shares her 360-degree view of fashion and the tips that have completely changed the way she shops. The girls get into how to spot quality on the high street, the fabrics actually worth buying, building outfits around your real life, and how to know whether a trend deserves a place in your wardrobe. Sarah also explains what really happens behind the scenes as a fit model, how she found her own personal style, and opens up about her journey with sobriety and the clarity it has given her. Honest, practical and packed with fashion advice you’ll actually use. Enjoy! Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
S6 · E1
September 24 · 34 min
Media, Mindset & Manifestation with Cloudy Zakrocki
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Cloudy Zakrocki (@cloudy_z), journalist, mentor and author of You Manifest You. Cloudy opens up about her non-linear career across media, fashion and business, from coding her own blog before digital publishing was taken seriously to walking away from a successful career and completely reinventing herself. The girls get into how AI is changing the creative industries, why trust in media has disappeared, and why human taste and original thought matter more than ever. Cloudy also shares how burnout led her into psychology, neuroscience and manifestation, and why building a life you actually want requires much more than positive thinking. Smart, honest and full of the kind of career advice you actually want to hear. Enjoy! Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com
S5 · E8
July 12 · 28 min
Legally Blonde, 90s Beauty & Bringing Elle to Life with Jennifer Powell
Join Disha for a special edition of Let's Get Ugly with Jennifer Powell, lead makeup designer behind Elle on Amazon Prime (the prequel to Legally Blonde). Jennifer takes us behind the scenes of bringing a young Elle Woods to life, from recreating iconic 90s beauty with modern techniques to building a look that feels instantly recognisable while introducing a whole new generation to everyone's favourite blonde. The girls get into the inspiration behind Elle's signature pink palette, the beauty Easter eggs fans should look out for, and the clever makeup tricks that helped the looks withstand long days on set. Jennifer also shares the products, techniques and industry secrets behind creating character through makeup, along with her advice for aspiring artists. Plus, we get the exclusive look on how Jennifer created Lexi Mintree's looks for the press tour. If you've ever wondered how an iconic beauty look is reimagined for the screen, this episode is for you. Enjoy!
S5 · E7
June 26 · 39 min
Natural Fragrance, Scent Stories & Sustainable Luxury with Beckielou Brown
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Beckielou Brown, co-founder of Altra, the London fragrance brand redefining modern perfumery through 100% natural botanicals. Beckielou opens up about why she chose to create perfume without synthetics, how every fragrance begins with a story, and the fascinating creative process behind developing scents that evoke emotion and memory. The girls get into the future of natural fragrance, sustainable luxury, and why Altra's farm-to-fragrance approach is changing the way we think about perfume. Beautifully crafted, incredibly thoughtful and full of insider fragrance knowledge, this episode will make you see scent in a completely new way. Enjoy! Want more? Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
S5 · E6
June 18 · 33 min
Culture, Creativity & Curating Experiences with Tara Zadeh
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Tara Zadeh (@tarazadeh), founder of Tara Zadeh Agency (@tarazadeh.agency). Tara opens up about building an agency known for curating some of the most beautiful events and experiences, and how her third culture upbringing has shaped her distinct eye for design. The girls get into her work with @zanaee spotlighting Iranian women, why storytelling and community sit at the heart of everything she creates, and why furniture design feels like the natural next chapter. Thoughtful, fascinating and seriously fun, this episode is a reminder that creativity often comes from living between worlds. Enjoy! Want more? Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
S5 · E5
June 1 · 28 min
Curation, Connection & The Future of Shopping with Matilde FMF & Scarlett Reuben
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Matilde Faria Mourinho Felix (@matildefmf) and Scarlett Reuben (@scarlett_reuben_), founders of Sensus Collective (@sensus_collective). The duo share how they spotted a gap in the market and created a new kind of shopping experience, bringing together independent brands, emerging designers and creative founders under one roof. They open up about the art of curation, building a community around discovery, and why the future of retail is all about connection, storytelling and real-life experiences. The girls get into startup life, supporting small businesses, and creating spaces where brands can be celebrated, not just sold. Insightful, inspiring and full of fresh ideas. This one is for anyone who loves discovering the next big thing before everyone else does. Enjoy! Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
S5 · E4
May 27 · 31 min
Sexual Wellness, Safety & Luxury Intimacy with Lauren Short
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Lauren Short, founder of Ples’Jour, the luxury sexual wellness brand redefining intimacy through sophistication, safety and self-confidence. After first spotting the brand on the Di Petsa runway and immediately becoming obsessed with the packaging and concept, the girls sit down with Lauren to unpack the years of research and development behind the brand and how she’s helping revolutionise the intimacy sector. Lauren opens up about creating products that feel elevated, safe and inclusive, why education matters so much in sexual wellness, and what it was like launching her first event at Nikita Mayfair. The girls also get into beauty trends from the past that should never make a comeback… yes, concealer lips are discussed. Honest, fun and genuinely eye-opening. Enjoy! Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
S5 · E3
May 14 · 38 min
DJ Sets, Vintage Fashion & Being a Woman in Music with Jessica Gladstone
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Jessica Gladstone, DJ, tastemaker and all-around cool girl. Jessica opens up about building her career as a DJ, from curating her signature sound to playing everywhere from the BAFTAs to Chiltern Firehouse and events for beauty brands like Hourglass. The girls get into the emotional intelligence behind reading a room, her love of 60s and 70s music and fashion, and her deep knowledge of fashion history and personal style. Jessica also shares what it’s really like navigating the male-dominated DJ industry as a woman, and the confidence it takes to hold your own in those spaces. Plus, we get into vintage shopping, beauty and skincare secrets, because honestly… she looks unreal. Chic, insightful and seriously fun. Enjoy Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Clothing by Uniqlo Stylist: Sofia Lai Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
S5 · E2
May 10 · 34 min
Make-up Trends, Masterclasses & Modern Beauty with Athena
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Athena (@goddessbeautymakeup), celebrity makeup artist and founder of Athena's Makeup Academy (@athenasmakeupacademy_). Athena opens up about launching her academy and why the next generation of make-up artists need to be taught far beyond just technique. The girls get into beauty trends, shifting societal standards, and what it really takes to succeed as a commercial makeup artist today. Athena also shares her go-to beauty tips, industry insights, and the realities of building a career that lasts. Fun, honest and packed with insider knowledge. Enjoy! Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com
S5 · E1
May 1 · 34 min
Finance, Ghosting & Building Elevate with Julia Baldet
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Julia Baldet @juliabadlet), founder of Elevate (@elevatewellnessuk). In what was such an eye-opening and honest conversation, Julia opens up about leaving the finance world to build a wellness brand from scratch and what it really takes to get there. She shares the story behind Elevate, from focusing on the health behind her smoothies to landing in Selfridges, and how she’s creating something that feels like a fresh take on wellness in London. The girls get into the financial side of business, the realities of funding, and the very real experience of being ghosted in a business context. Insightful, refreshing and genuinely fun. This one is for anyone building something of their own. Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Dressed by Uniqlo Stylist: Sofia Lai Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
S4 · E9
April 18 · 39 min
Dating Apps, AI & Modern Love with Olivia Petter
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Olivia Petter (@oliviapetter), journalist, author and host of Red Lips Dating (@redlipsdating). Olivia opens up about the realities of moder Red LIps n dating, from dating app burnout and ghosting to the pressure of trying to find genuine connection online. The girls get into how social media and AI are changing the way we date, why so many people are rethinking marriage and commitment, and what it means to be single in a world that still romanticises relationships. Honest, funny and very relatable. This one is for anyone who has ever been left on read.
S4 · E8
April 5 · 25 min
Luxury, Risk & Building LENY with Bella Hoelk
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Bella Hoelk (@bellahoelk), founder of LENY (@leny_clo) and former designer at Maison Margiela, Burberry and Chanel. Bella opens up about stepping away from the luxury fashion world and building something that actually fits her life. She shares how LENY came from a real gap in her wardrobe, creating pieces that move from day to night without overthinking it. The girls get into leaving big names behind, figuring it out as you go, and building a brand that feels personal and suitable for a chaotic London lifestyle. Easy, elevated and very wearable. This one is for the fashionistas who want more from their clothes in a hectic city. Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Stylist: Sofia Lai Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun Make-Up Artist: Darrien Sasha
S4 · E7
March 26 · 27 min
Branding, Basics & Building KLAYD with Paula Anselmi
Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for an interview with Paula Anselmi (@paulaanselmi), CEO of KLAYD (@the.klayd). Paula opens up about her journey from Indonesia to building a fashion brand rooted in elevated basics, with subtle cultural references woven into the branding. She shares what it really takes to start from scratch in a new city, her approach to hiring, and how she stayed motivated while navigating the realities of building a business. The girls get into cultural identity, global ambition, and the challenges of being a founder today. Smart, driven and refreshingly honest. If you want to build your own brand this founder story is for you. Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Stylist: Sofia Lai Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun
S4 · E6
March 5 · 38 min
Luxury, Resale & The Fashion Reset with Elektra Kotsoni
oin Trishna and Disha in the studio for a fun and insightful conversation with the deputy director of Vogue Business & Vogue Runway Elektra Kotsoni. Elektra breaks down what’s really happening in the luxury market right now, from the shifts in heritage fashion houses to the huge rise of vintage, resale, and more personal approaches to style. The girls get into shifting consumer habits, the future of luxury brands, and what the industry might look like by 2026. Along the way there’s plenty of Fashion Week chatter, a few strong opinions on trends, and some laughs about the very questionable things we all spent money on during Covid. Insightful, honest and surprisingly funny. Enjoy! Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly – Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com – Stylist: Sofia Lai Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun Make-Up Artist: Darrien Sasha
S4 · E5
February 25 · 35 min
Wuthering Heights, Weathered Glam & Movie Beauty with Siân Miller
Join Disha for a special edition of Let’s Get Ugly with Siân Mille, the hair and makeup designer behind Wuthering Heights. Siân takes us inside the creative process of building some of the film’s most striking character transformations, from wild, weathered hair silhouettes to flush, emotional makeup moments. She shares how scripts and mood boards shape every decision, how collaboration with costume designer Jacqueline Duran and director Emerald Fennell brought cohesion to the screen, and why imperfections like freckles, sweat and texture make a look feel real. We get into on-set spontaneity, tin foil embellishments, social media references woven into period design, and the beauty details that made each character’s evolution unforgettable. If you’ve ever wondered how cinematic beauty really comes together, this one’s for you. Enjoy!
S4 · E4
February 10 · 37 min
Hot Girls, Cool Girls & Makeup Mastery with Bea Sweet
Episode Description: Join Trishna and Disha in the studio for a conversation with Bea Sweet (@beasweetbeauty), one of the sharpest minds in modern makeup artistry. Bea breaks down her intuitive approach to faces, how she reads energy, emotion and contrast, and why she categorises looks as “cool girls” or “hot girls” before building a makeup character from the inside out. The girls get into makeup as art, sculpture and self-expression, dismantling beauty standards, and why intention matters more than perfection. From London’s creative influence to industry pressures and unexpected kit staples, this episode is an honest look at what makeup can really do when it’s about feeling good, not fitting in. Enjoy! Want more check?! Check out our special video edition of the episode at https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly Instagram I https://www.instagram.com/lets.get.ugly/ YouTube I https://www.youtube.com/@letsgetugly TikTok I https://www.tiktok.com/@letsgetugly?_t=8qbIJ4QlwFk&_r=1 Website I https://www.letsgetuglypod.com/ Email I partnerships@letsgetuglypod.com Make-Up Artist: Darrien Sasha Hair Stylist: Yezi Yun Stylist: Vanetta Florentina

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