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EPISODE · May 10, 2026 · 1H 4M

Glam Under Pressure with Aleksandra Horton | Episode 15 Season 2

from The Macro Lounge Podcast · host Chris Bold and Rachel Mead

Glam Under Pressure | Episode 15 Season 2Most competitors don't think about hair and makeup until they're a week out and suddenly panicking. This week, Chris and Rachel sit down with Aleksandra Horton - official makeup artist for ICN New Zealand and NPC fit model competitor - to break down everything you need to know about show day glam.From skin prep to the biggest backstage disasters, Aleksandra gives the full picture on what actually goes into looking your best on stage.In this episode:Why you should never put stage tan on your faceThe skin prep non-negotiables before show dayWhat the biggest makeup mistake on stage actually isWhy bronze eyeshadow is always the right callHair recommendations by categoryHow far out to book your makeup artist (hint: three months)Why male competitors need to lift their game on presentationAlexandra's biggest backstage disaster storyThe hair trend that needs to die for bikini competitorsWhether you're a first-time competitor or a seasoned athlete, there's something in here you'll be taking into your next prep.Like and subscribe on Spotify and YouTube - it helps more than you'd think.Find us here:🎧 Follow The Macro Lounge on Spotify📸 Instagram: @macro_lounge_podcast▶ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheMacroLoungePodcast⁠📩 Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Work with us:👙 Posing School: Accentuate Posing Academy ⁠https://www.instagram.com/accentuate_posing_academy/⁠💪 Coaching with Chris: Team Bold Physique ⁠https://www.instagram.com/teamboldphysique/⁠✨ Competition Bikinis with Rachel: Accentuate Bikinis ⁠https://www.instagram.com/accentuatebikinis/⁠

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