ArtsFashion & Beauty

Beauty IQ Uncensored

Adore Beauty

Beauty IQ Uncensored is Adore Beauty’s must-listen podcast for straight-talking beauty lovers. Each week, we bring you two episodes filled with product reviews, skincare deep dives, and unfiltered beauty chat—because beauty should be fun, not confusing.

Mondays – Beauty IQ Uncensored: Beauty journos Mel and Hannah get into the good, the bad, and the unhinged of beauty. Expect trending product road tests, viral beauty deep dives, and your most hilarious beauty confessions.

Wednesdays – Beauty IQ Expert: Beauty editor Sadaf and skin therapist Tegan tackle the science of beauty. From skincare myths to ingredient breakdowns and pro tips, this is your go-to for expert-backed beauty advice.

DM us your questions @adorebeauty

www.adorebeauty.com.au

Play

Open in

24 episodes
weekly
Avg 37 min
English

Episodes 24

Newest Oldest Longest

All20 Unplayed20 In progress0 Played0

Counted on this page — what you have heard stays on this device, so it is not something the list can be paged by.

#417
Yesterday · 24 min
417. All Your Sunscreen Questions, Finally Answered
This week on Expert, Tegan has tried Rejuran for the first time, and she’s giving us the full rundown! What was the famous salmon sperm treatment actually like, how did her skin react and, most importantly, would she do it again? Then, it’s time for Win, Bin, Recycle, and we’re tackling the divisive beauty etiquette question: should you turn up to the hairdresser with really dirty hair? Tegan and Sadaf weigh in. And with the weather warming up and spring finally here, we’re talking all things sunscreen. Tegan answers your questions on how much you should be applying, when to apply it and where SPF fits into your routine. Finally, we’re deep-diving into one listener question we know plenty of you have wondered about: is the sunscreen in your makeup actually enough? 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#416
September 6 · 48 min
416. Yep, 'Fibremaxxing' Can Give You Clearer Skin
This week on Uncensored, Mel has stumbled across an account dedicated to genius beauty products that don’t exist… but absolutely should. She shares some of the most jaw-dropping inventions with Tegan before the pair dream up a few fantasy beauty products of their own. Then, Tegan takes us inside her recent visit to Shape House in Melbourne, where she tried one of their famous lymphatic drainage massages. Consider her officially converted. She breaks down exactly what the treatment involved and why she loved it so much. Friend of the pod Yads Cauchi is back, this time wearing her clinical nutritionist hat, to talk all things ‘fibremaxxing’. The TikTok trend is giving our collective protein obsession a run for its money, and Yads is a big fan. She explains what getting enough fibre can do for your skin and body, plus shares some simple ways to sneak more of it into your everyday diet. Finally, it’s a double PWDKWN! Tegan and Mel have both been putting the new Shark Beauty SpeedStyle Pro FLEX Hair Dryer System through its paces. And when they say speed style, they mean it. Everything mentioned: Yads' website Shape House website 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.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#415
August 31 · 31 min
415. Every Skincare Peptide You Need to Know About and What to Buy
This week on Expert, Tegan’s had a great haircut, and she’s officially on board with the matte makeup revolution happening right now. Meanwhile, Sadaf lets us have a nosy peek inside her Euro travel first-aid kit (not sexy, but fascinating) and shares the must-haves that made the cut. Then, it’s time for Win, Bin, Recycle, and this week the team are rating tubing mascara. In a rare BeautyIQ moment, Tegan and Sadaf actually agree on where it belongs. Next, Tegan gives us the lowdown on peptides in skincare. What exactly do they do? Who should be using them? And where do they fit into your skincare routine? She breaks down the different types of peptides, how to layer them and shares plenty of peptide-packed product recommendations. Finally, in Adore Anonymous, listener Daphne has a sheet mask question: once you’ve peeled it off, are you supposed to rinse away all that leftover serum? The team settles the debate. Products mentioned: Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Mousse – Pinky Brown Bombshell PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara AB LAB by Adore Beauty Pep-Pro Grow Tubing Mascara PCA Skin Pro-Max Age Renewal Medik8 Liquid Peptides Dermalogica Phyto-Nature Firming Serum SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Matrixyl 10 Boosting Shot Ampoule Société Vitamin D Complex Biodance Pore Perfecting Collagen Peptide Serum The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#414
August 24 · 46 min
414. You're Missing Out If You Don't Have a 'Moisturiser Wardrobe'
This week on Uncensored, is beauty entering its soft face era? Tegan and Mel have noticed a growing number of celebrities hitting the red carpet with barely-there makeup, and sometimes, no mascara at all. Is the full-glam era officially on the way out, and are we ready to embrace our natural lashes? Mel has also discovered a new favourite TLC treatment after visiting NAP Head Spa in Sydney. Think scalp care, relaxation and a very serious dose of self-care. Has Mel finally found her ultimate beauty indulgence? Then, friend of the podcast and dermal clinician Yads Cauchi is back to talk us through the concept of a moisturiser wardrobe. Because why should we have just one moisturiser? Yads explains why different skin needs, seasons, and situations call for different formulas, plus she shares the moisturisers she reaches for herself. Mel has found her new overnight lip treatment, and it's one she wasn't expecting to love, and Tegan has a sheet mask that's her new go-to before a night out. Products mentioned: Aspect Probiotic Mask La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream Bioderma Sensibio Collection Bioderma Hydrabio Collection Aspect Gentle Clean CeraVe Advanced Repair Balm Skinceuticals Ultra Facial Defence SPF50+ Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment in Citrus Sunshine Laneige Cream Skin Milky Hydration Sheet Mask 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.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#413
August 17 · 25 min
413. Yes, Your Neck & Decolletage Deserve Skincare Too
This week on Expert, Sadaf and Tegan are putting their beauty budgets to the test. They reveal the categories they’re happy to splurge on, where they prefer to save, plus all the products they’re loving right now. Then, it’s time for Win, Bin or Recycle, and the team is divided over... voice notes. Are they a cute way to stay connected or just plain annoying? Plus, Tegan makes the case for giving your ‘neck and dec’, aka neck and décolletage, a little more love. These often-forgotten areas get plenty of sun exposure and can show signs of premature ageing, so are we really giving them the skincare attention they deserve? Products mentioned: Maybelline New York Surreal Extensions Mascara e.l.f. Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation Medik8 Crystal Retinal Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Maybelline New York Super Lock Brow Glue Gel La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Viviology Ceramide Moisturiser SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore Moisturiser Huda Beauty Blush Filter Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Davines Oi Shampoo Aspect Gentle Clean Maybelline Sky High Lash Sensational Mascara Givenchy Prisme Libre Glow Serum Foundation Cosmedix Define PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster K18 Peptide Prep Detox Shampoo L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular Mask PCA Body Therapy L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil PCA Skin Perfecting Neck & Décolleté BOOST LAB Edelweiss Neck Serum 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#412
August 10 · 53 min
412. The Low-Down on Blephs: From Downtime to Results
This week on Uncensored, Mel’s got a dry lips hack from... 1911? Yep, you read that right. She’s unearthed an old-school beauty trick that might just be the answer to your chronically cracked lips. Plus, Tegan and Mel are officially converts to exfoliating body lotions. And before you assume they’re only for tackling body acne, think again. These multitasking formulas can be absolute miracle workers for dry, rough skin. Then, Dr Phoebe Jones from Beauty By Doctor is back, this time to demystify blephs, aka blepharoplasty. Is eyelid surgery really as scary as it sounds? What does the procedure involve, what kind of results can you expect, and just how much downtime is there? For PWDKWN, Tegan has a laundry product that is about to blow your mind, particularly if you’re a messy cook. Meanwhile, Mel has returned to a foundation she initially wasn’t sold on, but has since become her go-to for weekend, no-makeup makeup. And finally, Tegan has a skin treatment recommendation for Mel, who is 40 and has never had one before. Will she be convinced to finally give it a go? Products mentioned: PCA Body Therapy Moisturiser CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream Alpha-H Retinol Reboot Exfoliating Body Treatment Some By Mi AHA PHA BHA Miracle Calming Lotion Make Up For Ever HD Skin Hydraglow Foundation 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.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#411
August 3 · 36 min
411. Is Your Cleanser Letting Your Skin Down?
This week on Expert, Tegan walked into the studio looking suspiciously glowy, so naturally Sadaf immediately grilled her on the products behind that radiant complexion, including a K-beauty facial spray Tegan is currently obsessed with. Then it's time for Win, Bin or Recycle, where hair rollers are on the chopping block. Are they still worth the effort, or have newer styling tools made them obsolete? Next, Tegan explains why your cleanser might be the most underrated product in your skincare routine. It's not about spending a fortune – it's about understanding your skin type and choosing a formula that works with it, not against it. Expect plenty of recommendations from our favourite skin therapist, too. Finally, in Adore Anon, the team help a listener who's developed a crush on her gym trainer and wants to know: is it okay to wear makeup to the gym? Tegan and Sadaf discuss the best approach to gym-proof makeup, how to avoid clogged pores and the products they'd actually recommend if you want to look polished without compromising your skin. Products mentioned: Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara Givenchy Le 9 de Givenchy Eyeshadow Palette MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Velvet Teddy MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Kinda Sexy Givenchy Prisme Libre 4-Color Loose Powder d'Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum Maybelline New York Super Lock Brow Glue Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner & Moisturizer Oribe Dry Texturising Spray Mermade Hair Hot Rollers Kitsch Ceramic Thermal Rollers Aspect Skincare Purastat 5 Cleanser Aspect Skincare Gentle Clean Facial Cleanser Cosmedix Purity Solution Nourishing Deep Cleansing Oil Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water Skinstitut Gentle Cleanser CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil L'Oréal Paris True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum L'Oréal Paris Bright Reveal Tinted UV Fluid SPF 50+ 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#410
July 27 · 51 min
410. How Your Gut Could Be Affecting Your Skin Health
This week on Uncensored: Instagram made Mel do it... and it did not go well! She put a viral contour and blush hack to the test, with results that prove not everything you see on your feed should be replicated at home, friends. Then, in We Tried It, Mel and Tegan spritz their way through a selection of fragrances, deciding exactly who each scent is for. Like, exactly. They're getting very specific, so whether you're after a new everyday perfume, something sexy for date night or a signature scent that gets compliments, we've got recommendations. We're also joined by Leelah Linke, founder of St. Skin Melbourne, to unpack the connection between your gut, hormones, stress and skin. What can you actually do to support your skin from the inside out? Leelah breaks down the science behind the skin-body connection and shares practical advice you can start using today. Plus, in PWDKWN, Tegan shares the candle hack that's changed the way she burns expensive candles, and Mel has a slicked-back bun trick that works even if you have a fringe. Products mentioned: Giorgio Armani My Way EDP Burberry Her EDP Kilian Paris Good Girl Gone Bad Kilian Paris Angels’ Share Kilian Paris Love, Don't Be Shy Marc Jacobs Daisy Murakami Blue Limited Edition EDP who is eijah Muse EDP Memo Paris Marfa ED Glasshouse Fragrances Midnight In Milan Glasshouse Fragrances Velvet Rhapsody Glasshouse Fragrances One Night In Rio Eleven Australia Smooth Me Now Flyaway Balm K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo 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.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#409
July 20 · 33 min
409. Exosomes, PDRN & Peptides: Buzzy Beauty Ingredients, Decoded
This week on Expert, we're talking about the beauty products that genuinely changed the way we do our routines. Sadaf has a concealer that's earned permanent status in her makeup bag and a styling tool that's made her a once-a-week wash girl, while Tegan has discovered a dry shampoo that delivers serious volume, a two-minute hair mask that actually works, and the hair accessory that's officially replaced claw clips. Plus, we investigate whether blue-light glasses are actually worth wearing or just another wellness trend. Then in our deep dive, Tegan is unpacking the next wave of skincare ingredients. From PDRN and exosomes to peptides, she explains what they are, what the science says, and who might benefit from adding them to their routine. And in Adore Anonymous, we help a listener who's looking for the easiest way to master liquid eyeliner, with our favourite beginner-friendly formulas and application tips. Products mentioned: K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Concealer L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular Rinse-Off Mask Shark FlexStyle Dermalogica Future Code Booster Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum Medik8 Exo-PDRN Prismatic+ Serum The Quick Flick Winged Eyeliner Stamp MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Resist Color Ink Liquid Eyeliner MAC Pro Longwear Fluidline Gel Eyeliner and Brow Gel Adore Beauty Tools of the Trade Angled Detail Brush Benefit Roller Liner Liquid Eyeliner 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#408
July 13 · 47 min
408. Matte Makeup Is Back (But Not Like You Think)
Tegan is back as guest host for this week's Uncensored ep! First up, we're talking beauty tips straight from the skies after we stumbled across cabin crew member and beauty icon Rhony Claire's stellar makeup hacks and favourite products for long-haul flights. We also investigate the latest wellness buzzword: ‘cortisol face’. Is stress really changing your face shape, or is this a big old social media beat-up once again? Then, makeup artist Elizabeth Cee joins us to unpack the biggest makeup trends taking over Australia right now. From the return of matte makeup to the fresh techniques and finishes you'll see everywhere, she's unlocking her crystal ball for us so we can get ahead of what's about to be hot. Plus, Mel has discovered a body product that's earned a permanent place in her routine, while Tegan has fallen head over heels for a luxury foundation! Thanks to Elizabeth Cee for joining us! Find her on Instagram and TikTok. Products mentioned: Maybelline New York Grippy Serum Maybelline New York Super Lock Brow Glue Maybelline New York SuperStay Matte Ink Liquid Lipstick Maybelline New York Sky High Mascara L'Oreal Paris Infallible Foundation D'Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder MAC PowderKiss Lip & Cheek Mousse Maybelline New York Cloudtopia Blush MAC Skinfinish Colourstruck Blush in Honeylove and Velvet Teddy Givenchy Prisme Libre Glow Serum Foundation 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.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#407
July 6 · 40 min
407. Everything You Need to Know About Laser Hair Removal
Your skincare routine called... it wants a winter wardrobe! Tegan and Sadaf are sharing their winter swaps now that the weather is well and truly chilly, from rich moisturisers to barrier-supporting heroes that will stop your skin from feeling tight, dry and irritated. Then, it's time for another round of Win Bin Recycle. This episode's hot topic? Blotting papers. Are they an underrated handbag essential, a relic of the 2010s, or just unnecessary when powder does the same job? Then, the team is tackling laser hair removal. Does it actually work? Who gets the best results? Is it permanent? How painful is it really? Expect all your questions to be answered about how laser hair removal works, who it's suitable for, what to expect from treatments, and the biggest myths people still believe. Finally, an Adore listener wants to know: do we need expensive hairbrushes? What is the difference between a fancy one and a cheapie? Sadaf has some big opinions on this one! Everything mentioned: Cosmedix Rescue Intense Hydrating Balm & Mask Cosmedix Opti Crystal Liquid Crystal Eye Serum Cosmedix Elite Eye Doctor PCA Skin Body Therapy CeraVe Moisturising Lotion La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster Denman Floral Fantasies Style & Shine Brush evo Pete Ionic Paddle Brush The Wet Brush Original Detangler Aveda Paddle Brush 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#406
June 29 · 41 min
406. Is This the Most Requested Haircut of 2026?
This week on Uncensored, special guest and Expert co-host Tegan joins Mel on the pod’ to discuss everything from LED masks to book-to-screen adaptations with ‘hot older brother’ tropes. Then, Mel crowns *the* haircut of 2026 – aka, Allie Hayes’ perfectly undone waves in Off Campus – and calls in hairdresser Amanda Tua to break down how to achieve this ‘effortless’ shag, and who it’s best suited for. Finally, for Tegan’s first PWDKWN, she reveals the French hair accessory that’s eclipsed the claw clip – and it’s rock concert-approved. Meanwhile, has Mel found her holy-grail moisturiser? Everything mentioned: Davroe Curl Crème Definer Davroe CURLiCUE Curl Gel Oribe Dry Texturising Spray Shark CryoGlow Cooling + LED Face Mask Kitsch Metal French Hair Pin Cosmedix Harmonize Moisturiser Cosmedix Resync Revitalizing Night Cream 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.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#405
June 22 · 31 min
405. Are You Accidentally Doubling Up on Skincare Actives?
This week on Expert, Tegan is back from Italy and has plenty to report! She's had some unforgettable deli snacks, a pretty good plane ride with a baby, and schooled herself on all things advanced CO2 lasers. Next up, it's time for Win, Bin or Recycle, and today it's one of TikTok's most talked-about wellness trends: mouth taping. Tegan and Sadaf break down what it is, why people are doing it, and whether it's actually worth adding to your bedtime routine. Then, if you've ever looked at your skincare shelf and wondered whether you're accidentally using five products that do the same thing, listen up. It's a deep dive into skincare actives, from how to identify them in your products, which combinations can cause issues, and how to simplify your skincare routine, getting the same great results with less steps. Finally, an Adore Anonymous listener needs help. They're devoted to hot pilates but worried that all that heat and sweat is leaving their hair dry, brittle and lacking shine. The team shares their favourite tips for protecting hair health while keeping up an active lifestyle, along with the products they recommend to restore moisture and strength. Everything mentioned: Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask Evo The Great Hydrator Moisture Mask K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask Kérastase Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In Treatment Virtue Healing Oil 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#404
June 15 · 28 min
404. Hannah's Final Episode (and Her Ultimate PWDKWN List)
After seven years behind the mic, it's finally time for Hannah's last episode of Uncensored! We're emotional, we're nostalgic, so let's take a look back at some of the biggest beauty trends, launches and interviews she's covered in the last seven years. Then, grab a pen! Hannah's running through her all-time favourite products, her ultimate PWDKWN list. These are the formulas she's repurchased, recommended endlessly and remained loyal to throughout her Beauty IQ journey. But before that, Mel and Hannah dive into her last Cringey Convo, this time exploring the weird, wonderful and occasionally alarming things men think about periods. From innocent misunderstandings to genuinely rage-inducing ignorance, it's a ride. Hannah's All-Time PWDKWN: Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray Lanolips 101 Ointment Multibalm in Coconutter ASAP Gentle Cleansing Gel K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask Kérastase Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Powder Bronzer Benefit Cosmetics 24-HR Brow Setter Clear Brow Gel Lumira Cuban Tobacco Candle Aesop Reverence Aromatique Hand Wash We'll miss you, Hannah! 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: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#403
June 9 · 21 min
403. Exactly How to Get Rid of Milia
This week on Expert, friend of the pod Yads Cauchi joins Sadaf while Tegan's away to discuss everything from wedding fragrances to getting rid of milia. First up, are AI beauty influencers changing the way we discover products? Sadaf and Yads unpack the trend, how to spot an AI influencer, and what it could mean for the future of beauty recommendations. Then, it's time for Win, Bin or Recycle, this time judging wedding perfumes. Is investing in a dedicated fragrance for your big day a beautiful memory-maker or an unnecessary expense? Yads and Sadaf have plenty of thoughts, plus some stellar recommendations. Then, Yads dives into one of the most common skincare concerns she sees in-clinic: milia. She explains what causes those stubborn little bumps, why they can be so difficult to treat, and the best ways to prevent them from returning. Plus, if you've ever felt overwhelmed by the world of fragrance, this episode is for you. Sadaf and Yads share their tips for discovering your signature scent, how to sample fragrances properly, and the perfumes worth adding to your testing list. Everything mentioned: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Eau de toilette Givenchy L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Chloé Eau de Parfum Burberry Her Eau de Parfum Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum BDK La Decouverte Parisienne Discovery Set Kilian Paris Icons Mini Discovery Set Kayali Discovery Layering Set Lumira Parfum Discovery Set Commodity Exploration Set Commodity Personal Scent Space Kit who is elijah The Staples Collection Aesop Fragrance Anthology Volume I Kilian Paris Angels' Share Kilian Paris Love, Don't Be Shy 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#402
June 1 · 31 min
402. Hannah's Year Without Injectables (and the Products She Swore By)
This week on Uncensored, Mel and Hannah are circling back on a couple of PWDKWN recommendations from weeks ago, because they've just tried each other's faves and have some thoughts. Hannah has also been on another quest for better sleep, and this time she's testing a seriously high-tech solution: the Therabody Smart Goggles 2.0. Are they a game-changer for winding down, or just another gadget destined for the bedside table graveyard? After a year without injectables during pregnancy and breastfeeding, Hannah's got a list of skincare products she wants to discuss, ones that have genuinely helped improve the health, texture and overall appearance of her skin. Plus, she's had a surprising revelation about ageing that might just change the way you think about your face, too. Meanwhile, Mel has discovered the ultimate weapon against flyaways. Whether you're committed to the slicked-back bun life or trying to keep a fringe in check, she's found a hair product that delivers serious hold without the crunchy finish. Products: MAC Cosmetics Powder Kiss Lip + Cheek Mousse in Pink Roses K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo Therabody Smart Goggles 2.0 asap N20 Peptide Complex Medik8 C Tetra Advanced PCA Skin Pigment Gel Pro SkinCeuticals Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier Multi-Glycan Eleven Australia Smooth Me Now Flyaway Balm 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: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#401
May 25 · 22 min
401. Textured Skin & the Peptide Panic Explained
This week on Expert, Sadaf is joined by a guest and friend of the podcast, dermal clinician Yads Cauchi! First up: Win, Bin or Recycle tackles the divisive world of stick-on bras. Are they secretly genius, or just one sweaty panic attack waiting to happen? The girls cover internet-famous brands you should know about, including a few surprising buys. Then, Yads breaks down how to manage textured skin as we head into winter, from congestion and roughness to those tiny bumps that makeup seems determined to highlight. She shares her favourite ways to use glycolic acid, including a few sneaky uses beyond your face that might completely change your body care routine. And finally, a listener asks: what is actually going on with peptides? Are they harmful, or is TikTok spiralling again? Sadaf and Yads explain the difference between the controversial ingestible peptides making headlines and the skin-loving peptides found in your skincare. Products mentioned: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation Alpha-H Liquid Gold Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Treatment 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#400
May 18 · 32 min
400. The Lesser-Known Skincare Products That Should Be Famous
This week on Uncensored, Mel has fallen deep into an Instagram rabbit hole and the viral anonymous confession account @gabetrew she’s found makes Cringey Convo look positively wholesome, and naturally, Hannah is horrified and fascinated. Then, dermal clinician and TikTok skin educator Maddy O’Brien (@mads.skin) joins the pod to share the skincare products she genuinely believes deserve way more hype. From underrated barrier saviours to clever formulas nobody seems to be talking about, Maddy’s giving us the hidden gems she thinks should already be skincare-famous. Plus, Hannah has been putting The Ordinary through its paces after trialling a stack of the brand’s newest launches. Which products surprised her, what’s actually worth adding to cart, and which formulas might quietly become your new routine staples? Products mentioned: NIOD Fractionated Eye Contour Concentrate Medik8 Crystal Retinal The Ordinary Retinal 0.2% Emulsion asap Radiance Serum Alpha-H Firming Peptide Body Oil Alpha-H Retinol Reboot Exfoliating Body Treatment Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel Cream Dermalogica Stabilizing Repair Cream Skinceuticals Resveratrol B E Medik8 Liquid Peptides Advanced MP The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% The Ordinary Volufiline 92% + Pal-Isoleucine 1% The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum The Ordinary Natural Moisturising Factors + Inulin Body Lotion 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: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#399
May 11 · 37 min
399. PSA: If You’re Not Using a Toner, You’re Missing Out
This week on Expert, Tegan is jetting off to Italy for a beauty training program, but before she leaves, Mel shares her best tips for vintage shopping in Italy! Then it’s time for a divisive round of Win, Bin or Recycle: veneers. Are they the ultimate confidence-boosting dental upgrade, or are we heading toward a future where everyone has the same ultra-bright 'Barbie teeth'? Mel and Tegan unpack the veneer boom, what makes good veneers look natural, and when cosmetic dentistry can go very wrong. Plus, Tegan is making a very passionate case for bringing toner back into your skincare routine. Forget the harsh, stinging formulas of the early 2000s! Today’s toners can hydrate, calm, exfoliate and support your skin barrier. She shares her favourite toner recommendations for every skin type and concern, whether you’re dry, oily, sensitive or dealing with breakouts. And in this week’s listener question, the team help someone struggling with crepey under eyes. From dehydration and irritation to concealer mishaps and fine lines, Mel and Tegan break down what could be causing that creased texture and the products and techniques that can help smooth things out. Products mentioned: Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner Alpha-H Liquid Gold Exfoliating Treatment Osmosis Skincare Blemish Prone Balance Botanical Activating Mist Dermalogica UltraCalming Mist Bioderma Sensibio AR+ SOS Spray Cosmedix Purity Balance Exfoliating Prep Toner Anua Peach 77% Niacin Conditioning Milk Biodance Collagen Gel Toner Pads Cosmedix Opti-Crystal Liquid Crystal Eye Serum Cosmedix Elite Eye Doctor Eye Serum 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: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#398
May 4 · 43 min
398. Jayde From Driven By Beauty on Reading Skincare Labels & What Actually Works
On this week’s episode of Uncensored, Hannah and Mel take on the skincare showdown confusing the internet: La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ vs Avène Cicalfate Restorative Protective Cream. Mel breaks down when to use each, who they’re actually for, and why they’re not as interchangeable as TikTok might have you believe. If you’ve got sensitive, reactive, or barrier-compromised skin, this one’s essential listening. Hannah and Mel also share their personal skin barrier heroes, aka the products they reach for when their skin is one step away from a full meltdown. Then it’s time for some fangirling, because Jayde from Driven By Beauty joins the pod for a no-nonsense guide to reading skincare ingredient lists. She also weighs in on dupe culture – are cheaper alternatives ever truly the same, or are we being sold a very convincing story? And finally, Hannah and Mel put you onto two under-the-radar eye treatments they’ve both been loving from Cosmedix. If your under-eyes are tired, crepey, or just not cooperating, these might be worth adding to cart. Products mentioned: La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream Cosmedix Rescue Intense Hydrating Balm & Mask Murad Intensive Recovery Cream Medik8 Crystal Retinal range SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF Cosmedix Elite Eye Doctor Cosmedix Opti Crystal Liquid Crystal Eye Serum Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG. Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows. Credits: Hosts: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Showing 1–20 of 24 episodes