Beauty IQ Uncensored

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

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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.

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
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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.

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

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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.

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.

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.