Welcome to Adore Beauty's podcast Beauty IQ Uncensored. Hosts Hannah and Mel are here to get real about every aspect of beauty. No topic is off-limits – from re...
Tegan and Sadaf are wrapping up 2024 with a holiday special packed full of this year’s most valuable beauty lessons. From mastering the art of long-lasting makeup to embracing your natural beauty, the co-hosts get deep as they reflect and share practical tips to take into 2025. WIN, BIN, OR RECYCLE? Baby Wipes: Friend or Foe? The great baby wipe debate is here – are they a handy makeup removal shortcut or a skin therapist's worst nightmare? Tegan and Sadaf discuss whether this divisive beauty habit deserves a spot in your routine—or if it’s time to toss it. Top Beauty Lessons of 2024 What has this year taught us about beauty? Sadaf reveals the makeup trick that transformed her concealer game and opens up about the journey to embracing ageing and practising self-love. Meanwhile, Tegan reflects on the age-old tale of “less is more” and how this approach continues to shape her beauty philosophy today. Adore Anonymous: Party-Proof Makeup Secrets One listener asks: how do you keep your makeup looking flawless on a big night out? Sadaf delivers her go-to strategies for long-lasting glam, complete with product recs that won’t let you down—even after hours of dancing. Products Mentioned: Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder M.A.C Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing & Illuminating Silk Primer M.A.C Cosmetics FIX+ STAY OVER 100ml M.A.C. Cosmetics FIX + ORIGINAL 100ML MAKE UP FOR EVER Mist & Fix 100ml Spray Benefit Benetint Lip & Cheek Tint MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Skin Foundation Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup Foundation Submit your Adore Anonymous questions here: https://forms.gle/NtNRzm22n5ccLapi6 Join our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to share your stories, get beauty tips, and discuss this episode! https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/ Disclaimer: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/disclaimer.html Adore Beauty acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Custodians across the lands and waters of Australia and New Zealand. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future, whose lands were never ceded. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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284. Is "Lip Blush" Tattoo the New Filler? We Asked an Expert
Khloe Kardashian is celebrating her 40th with the launch of her debut fragrance, XO Khloé, and teasing an exciting podcast project in a ~spicy~ Bustle cover story. Fabulous at 40? Without a doubt. But is it a true reflection of what 40 really looks like? Writers and co-hosts Hannah and Mel have some thoughts to share. Cringey Convo: How Often Are We Actually Washing Our Bras? Attention, bra-wearers: How often should you really be washing your bras? You might be surprised by the answer. Is there a difference between washing your t-shirt bras versus delicate lace ones? And do smaller busts get away with washing less? We dive into this age-old debate. Is "Lip Blush" Tattoo The New Filler? We Asked an Expert Lip Blush is having a moment in the (social media) sun, offering vibrant colour, definition, and fuller lips—without constant touch-ups. But how does it stack up against lip fillers? And more importantly, does it hurt? We chat with Stephanie from Beauty Concierge who answers all our burning questions about this trending lip tattoo. 2024 PWDKWN: Best Wellness Product Hannah - WelleCo The Super Elixir Refill Jar - Unflavoured Mel - The Beauty Chef PLUMPERS Collagen Chewables If you have any questions let us know in our Facebook Group! Join the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB Group to discuss episodes, swap beauty tips and share your own cringey stories. https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/ Disclaimer: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/disclaimer.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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283. The Ultimate Summer SPF Guide: Sunscreens for Every Skin Type
Still hunting for your holy grail SPF? This Expert episode has got you covered. Skin Therapist Tegan and Senior Beauty Editor Sadaf are here to share their top tips for finding the perfect sunscreen for your skin type. But first, Sadaf spills on her latest haircare obsession—spoiler alert: it’s the frizz-fighting hero your locks are longing for. WIN, BIN, OR RECYCLE? This week, it’s all about tackling the great beauty vanity debate: are you team reorganise or team procrastinate? The girls dive into the art of decluttering (or not) and share their top tips for keeping your stash in check. Summer SPF Guide. Feeling lost in the sunscreen aisle? We’re making it easy to find your perfect match. Whether you’re dealing with dry, sensitive, oily, combo, dark, or young skin, we’ve got budget-friendly product recommendations to keep you protected and glowing all summer long. Adore Anonymous: Melasma Moustache? The melasma mo’ is back for summer (if you know, you know). Skin Therapist Tegan breaks down the essentials for managing this pesky skin condition, starting with the golden rule: prevention, prevention, prevention. Products Mentioned: La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL Anti-Shine Dry Touch Tinted Facial Sunscreen SPF50+ AB LAB by Adore Beauty Dewy-C SPF50+ Facial Sun Milk 75mL Ultra Violette Clean Screen Fragrance Free Sensitive Facial SKINSCREEN SPF30 Allkinds Daily Screen - Face Sunscreen Serum - No Added Fragrance Submit your Adore Anonymous questions here: https://forms.gle/NtNRzm22n5ccLapi6 Join our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to share your stories, get beauty tips, and discuss this episode! https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/ Disclaimer: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/disclaimer.html Adore Beauty acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Custodians across the lands and waters of Australia and New Zealand. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future, whose lands were never ceded. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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282. Adore Beauty IRL stores, the Great Shower Debate and Holiday Beauty Essentials
Adore Beauty is going from URL to IRL! After years of customer requests, we're finally opening our first-ever physical store. Set to launch in early 2025 at Southland Westfield VIC, with more locations (like Watergardens) on the horizon, this is HUGE news for beauty lovers in Melbourne and beyond – more details to come, stay tuned! Cringey Convo: The Great Shower Debate. How often do you shower—and when? Hannah and Mel tackle this surprisingly divisive question in this week’s Cringey Convo. Whether you’re a nighttime showerer (hello, clean sheets) or someone who swears by a morning rinse to kickstart the day, the girls hilariously weigh the pros and cons of each. Holiday Beauty Essentials. The holidays are here, and so are Hannah and Mel’s top beauty picks for the summer break. Whether you’re escaping to the beach or jetting off overseas, they’ve got you covered with skincare, haircare and sun protection must-haves. Products Mentioned: La Roche-Posay Anthelios KA+ SPF 50+ Kérastase Curl Manifesto Hydrating Douceur Shampoo Kérastase Curl Manifesto Crème de Jour Anti-Frizz Cream Kérastase Curl Manifesto Hydrating Nutrition Mask Kérastase Curl Manifesto Essential Hydrating Conditioner 250ml Skinstitut Gentle Cleanser Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In Lotion Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Fragrance Free Sunscreen Lotion La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Serum 2024 PWDKWN: Best Makeup Product Hannah - Benefit Fan Fest Mascara Mel - elf Poreless Putty Primer If you have any questions let us know in our Facebook Group! Join the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB Group to discuss episodes, swap beauty tips and share your own cringey stories. https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/ Disclaimer: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/disclaimer.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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281. Decoding Beauty Labels: What to Look for and Why It Matters
This week, we’re cracking the code on those confusing beauty labels. From which ingredients to look for to why they matter, our Expert hosts are here to help you cut through the clutter and make smarter, skin-savvy decisions. Win, Bin, or Recycle? SPF Edition. With summer officially here, we tackle a hot topic in this week’s WBR: Is it okay to use whatever sunscreen you have lying around, or is skin-specific SPF the way to go? Adore Anonymous: Run Club Real Talk. Run clubs are the perfect combo of fitness and potential meet-cutes—but what about makeup during workouts? We dive into one listener’s dilemma as Skin Therapist Tegan shares her expert take. Products Mentioned: PCA Skin Ideal Complex- Revitalizing Eye Gel 14.2g Aspect Minerals Powder Submit Your Adore Anonymous Questions Here: https://forms.gle/NtNRzm22n5ccLapi6 Join our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to share your stories, get beauty tips, and discuss this episode! https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/ Disclaimer: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/disclaimer.html Adore Beauty acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Custodians across the lands and waters of Australia and New Zealand. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future, whose lands were never ceded. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to Adore Beauty's podcast Beauty IQ Uncensored. Hosts Hannah and Mel are here to get real about every aspect of beauty. No topic is off-limits – from retinol to bum hair, be prepared to learn the BTS of beauty (alongside a healthy dose of laughter). Warning: Not suitable for school pick-up. New episodes released every Monday.
Want more? Beauty IQ Uncensored is now releasing an extra expert episode every Wednesday. Beauty Editor, Sadaf Razi, joins Skin Therapist, Tegan Mac, to chat all things skincare.
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