Beauty IQ Uncensored

This week on the pod, Kylie Jenner's Victoria's Secret makeup has everyone talking, and Tegan's been deep-diving into the secrets behind her runway look. From spending 45 minutes on eyebrows to ditching primer and using surprisingly little foundation, she shares the tips and tricks revealed by celebrity makeup artist Ariel Tejada. In Win, Bin or Recycle, we're talking overnight hair treatments. Are they actually worth the extra step? Mel and Tegan discover that the latest formulas have come a long way, with nourishing serums and bond-building treatments that work while you sleep, no morning hair wash required. Then, could your TikTok skincare routine be doing more harm than good? Two new studies have revealed some concerning findings about viral skincare advice, including misleading claims, excessive use of active ingredients and an increase in skin irritation. Tegan explains which ingredient combinations to watch out for, how to tell if you've damaged your skin barrier and the simple routine she'd recommend to get your skin back on track. Plus, the pair unpack the obsession with glass skin and why social media is making it harder than ever to recognise what healthy skin actually looks like. And in PWDKWN, Mel shares the COSMEDIX night cream she's completely obsessed with, while Tegan has a $15 Kmart find that's making her life significantly easier. Products mentioned: Kérastase Nutritive 8HR Magic Night Hair Serum TYPEBEA G1 Overnight Boosting Peptide Serum IGK ANTISOCIAL Overnight Bond-Building Dry Hair Mask Aspect Gentle Clean Facial Cleanser Skinstitut Gentle Cleanser CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser Osmosis Skincare Rescue Epidermal Repair Serum Cosmedix Reboot Overnight Hydration Complex La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Serum Cosmedix Harmonize Cosmedix Resync Revitalizing Night Cream Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation Yves Saint Laurent Skin Affair Cushion Foundation Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want bigger, bouncier hair without spending hours styling it? This week, Mel chats to Sydney hairstylist and Instagram favourite James Plain about why your hair keeps falling flat, the haircut that makes all the difference and the surprisingly simple tricks for creating volume that lasts. Plus, his tips for tackling summer frizz without sacrificing body. Before that, Mel and Tegan investigate the latest K-beauty trend: UV-protective face patches. Could these little stickers be the answer to stubborn pigmentation, or are there too many unanswered questions? In Before Payday, After Payday, we're talking expensive-looking skin on a budget. Mel shares three affordable foundations that deliver a gorgeous, luminous finish without the Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk price tag. And in Adore Anonymous, a listener wants to know how to switch up her skincare routine when the weather gets hot and sweaty. Think lightweight moisturisers, hydrating milky toners and a few clever summer skincare swaps. Products mentioned: Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation L'Oréal Paris True Match Plumping Tinted Serum Foundation Maybelline New York Fit Me Dewy + Smooth Foundation Designer Brands Luminous Hydrating Foundation Oribe Maximista Thickening Spray ELEVEN Australia I Want Body Texture Spray ColorWow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray ELEVEN Australia Miracle Hair Treatment Cosmedix Skin Thirst Moisturising Hyaluronic Acid Cream Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner & Moisturizer Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the podcast, Mel and Tegan are taking a trip down memory lane after Facebook resurfaced a photo of Mel sporting hair chalk during her clubbing days. Remember hair chalk? Why did we ever think that was a good idea? Then it's time for Before Payday/After Payday, and this week we're talking bond-building hair treatments. K18 is getting rave reviews, and it's absolutely worth the price tag in Mel's opinion, but she has a couple of more affordable alternatives worth knowing about, too. Next, Tegan gives us a crash course in collagen. From the different types found in our bodies to what actually helps support collagen production, she explains what we need to know, including the habits that could be accelerating collagen loss. And finally, Mel has been putting the Cosmedix eye treatment range to the test. She's tried them all and is sharing her verdict on each with Tegan's input, including what they loved, and which one they'd recommend for different eye concerns. Products mentioned: K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In Treatment muk 1 Minute Ultra Soft Treatment Cosmedix Elite Eye Doctor High Potency Eye Treatment Cosmedix Opti Crystal Eye Serum Cosmedix Eye Genius Brilliant Eye Complex Cosmedix I-Complex Advanced Eye Gel Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the pod, Mel made the questionable decision to bleach her bathroom without gloves (why, Mel?) and paid the price with some very unhappy hands. Luckily, two products came to the rescue before things got red, scaly and downright disastrous. Then, Tegan and Mel combine Win, Bin, Recycle with We Tried It to tackle a divisive beauty product: finishing spray. Is it an essential final step or just another thing to spend money on? The girls put the famous MAC Fix+ range to the test to find out which sprays are worth the hype. And finally, Belle, founder of Sydney's iconic tanning studio Bella Bronzed, joins us to share her expert tips for achieving the perfect fake tan at home. From prep to application and making your glow last, she's answering all our tanning questions. Products mentioned: PCA SKIN Body Therapy Lanolips 12 Hour Overnight Hand Mask M·A·C Fix+ Original M·A·C Fix+ Matte M·A·C Fix+ Stay Over M·A·C Fix+ Magic Radiance Loving Tan Deluxe Bronzing Mousse – Dark Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summer is officially on Mel and Tegan's minds, and they're kicking things off by sharing their favourite scents of the season. From nostalgic summer smells to the slightly weird ones they can't get enough of, it's a very fragrant trip down memory lane. Then, we're introducing a brand-new segment: Before Pay Day, After Pay Day! This week, we're talking skin-saving balms, from a clinician-loved option for sensitised and post-treatment skin to two budget-friendly alternatives that won't leave your bank account crying. Next, Dr Imaan Joshi from Skin Essentials Clinic joins us to bust some of the biggest myths about cosmetic injectables. Does your body eventually get used to Botox? Does dermal filler really dissolve completely? And what else have we been getting wrong about injectables? Dr Joshi sets the record straight. And finally, in Products We Didn't Know We Needed, Mel and Tegan have two very different discoveries: a beauty supplement drink that actually tastes delicious, and a luxe hair mask that'll leave your hair smelling so good, people might just stop you in the street. Link for Dr Joshi: https://skinessentials.com.au/ Products mentioned: Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo and Hydrating Conditioner Feel Good Inc. Good Morning SPF 50 Kilian Paris Good Girl Gone Bad Eau de Parfum Cosmedix Rescue Intense Hydrating Balm & Mask La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream The Beauty Chef Body Electric Kérastase Gloss Absolu Masque Crème Hydra-Glaze Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.