Beauty IQ Uncensored
Adore Beauty
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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Peptide Serums Under $100: Our Expert Picks for Plump, Youthful Skin
In this Expert episode, Tegan and Sadaf take you on a deep dive into the world of peptides—one of the hottest skincare trends for 2025. From wallet-friendly peptide serums under $100 to some irresistible splurge-worthy picks, we’ve got you covered with our top recommendations. This week’s Win, Bin or Recycle is all about that secretly satisfying beauty moment we all love: peeling off gel nail polish. And in an Adore Anonymous, we tackle the age-old question: “Can you actually get rid of stretch
Longevity Hacking: The Age-Management Trend That’s More Than Skin Deep
This week on Uncensored, Hannah and Mel dive into the cutting-edge world of Longevity Hacking, exploring how this wellness trend is revolutionising beauty and anti-aging. From biohacking to Blue Zone-inspired skincare, we're breaking down the science behind extending your "beautyspan". We’re also bringing back Beauty IQ Hotline with a self-tanner SOS: What happens when your fake tan becomes part of your identity? Plus, we’re sharing our current serum obsessions from AestheticsRx. Products Mentio
Affordable Acne Skincare: Expert-Approved Products Under $100
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and we’re going full self-care mode. From everything showers to fresh sheets and full-body exfoliation, we’re kicking off this week’s Expert episode by sharing our ultimate wind-down routines. Then, we’re diving into the world of affordable acne skincare—because breakouts don’t care about age, and keeping them under control shouldn’t drain your bank account. We’ll break down expert-approved, budget-friendly products and practical tips to help manage acne-pro
300. The Reunion Special & Adore Beauty's First-Ever Store Opens
300 episodes of Beauty IQ Uncensored? Obviously, we had to make it a moment. We're reuniting past and present hosts for a nostalgia-packed celebration—plus, we’re spilling the tea on Adore Beauty’s shiny new Southland store (with a cheeky cameo from the store itself). We Tried It: Viral Beauty Products ft. Matt Tankard Mr Beauty IQ himself, Matt, is back, and we’ve handed him some of the most hyped beauty products for his unfiltered verdict. Are they worth the obsession,
Does Skincare Stop Working Over Time? A Skin Therapist Explains
Ever had a skincare product just… stop working? This week on Expert, we’re tackling one of the biggest beauty myths: Can a product actually plateau, or is something else at play? Skin Therapist Tegan breaks down what might be happening, how to tell if it’s time to switch things up, and what you can do to keep your routine effective. We’re also talking DIY beauty hacks in Win, Bin, or Recycle (spoiler: turmeric masks are a no from us), plus a timely Adore Anonymous question about why your nose mi
Beach Bag Beauty Essentials and a Full Makeup Routine for Under $150
Your thirties hit differently—Mel’s entering her final year of them, and we’re getting a little deep on why this decade feels more confident, content, and just... better. We’re kicking things off with The Top 3, where we dig into Adore Beauty’s data to reveal the most-loved beauty products right now. This week? Beach Bag Beauty Must-Haves to keep your skin, lips, and hair happy this summer. Next, we’re introducing Build My Cart, where we play personal shopper and curate the perfect beauty routin
TikTok’s Problematic “Low-Tox” Trend & The Rise of Mineral Sunscreen
Producer Jas takes us behind the scenes of her first VISIA skin scan in this week's Expert episode at co-host Tegan Mac's Melbourne clinic—a fascinating analysis that reveals your skin’s "true" age and even predicts how it might change over time... spooky. We then unpack TikTok’s “Low-Tox” trend, exploring the harmful misinformation it’s spreading about sunscreen and what the experts really say. Plus, we dive into the rising popularity of mineral sunscreens as a gentler, eco-friendly option and
Fire & Ice Therapy, Eco-Friendly Beauty, and MCoBeauty's Launch at Adore
In this week’s Uncensored ep, Hannah gives us the lowdown on Fire & Ice Therapy, the buzzy wellness practice you're about to see everywhere. Promising improved circulation, faster muscle recovery, and reduced stress, is it worth the hype—or just another fad? Hannah breaks down the benefits, what to expect, and her final verdict. Meanwhile, Mel shares an exciting update on her pregnancy journey so far, including one surprising perk. Beauty IQ Hotline: Eco-Friendly Beauty Tips This week’s listener
295. Appointment Anxiety? What to Expect When Seeing a Skin Therapist for the First Time
The internet thinks accutane can shrink your nose, but is this actually true? Skin Therapist Tegan weighs in with her professional opinion on the TikTok trend popularised by Alix Earle. Win, Bin, or Recycle: Checking Your Tissue After Blowing Your Nose An everyday habit under the microscope—Tegan and Sadaf discuss whether this questionable ritual is a harmless habit, or got to go. Appointment Anxiety? What to Expect from Your First Skin Therapist Visit A first visit to a skin therapist can
294. Mel’s Pregnancy News, Top Long-Wear Foundations, and Kylie Jenner’s Cosmic Perfume
Mel’s got a little one on the way, and we couldn’t be happier to share the exciting news in the very first episode of our refreshed format! Oh, and did we mention it’s our first time recording IRL in 2025? If we sound a little extra giddy, now you know why. Top 3: Long-Wear Foundations Summer in Australia means weddings, events, and, yes, sweaty days at the Australian Open. A long-wear foundation is a must-have, so we’ve dug into Adore Beauty’s data to uncover the t
Skin Barrier Breakdown: Signs, Solutions, and Summer-Proof Skincare Tips
In this Expert episode, Tegan and Sadaf tackle the ever-important skin barrier—what it is, why it’s your skin’s best friend, and how to keep it in tip-top shape, especially in the harsh summer months. Win, Bin, or Recycle? Face Taping as an Anti-Wrinkle Alternative Is face taping a genius anti-wrinkle hack or just another TikTok trend? Sadaf and Tegan weigh the pros and cons of this Japanese-inspired technique, explore its Botox-alternative buzz, and give their final verdict. Skin Barrier Breakd
292. TikTok’s Tanline Controversy and a Makeup Artist’s Most-Used Products
Beauty IQ Uncensored is getting a 2025 glow-up. Expect more insider intel, must-have products, hands-on trials, and plenty of ways for you to shape the beauty conversation. But first, we need to talk about that dangerous tanning trend taking over TikTok... Cringey Convo: Is Gen Z Bringing Tanlines Back? TikTok’s #sunburnttanlines trend has racked up over 200 million views, encouraging the dangerous idea of burning to get the “perfect” tan. Yikes. With Australia’s high ski
Should I Cut Back on My Spendy Serums to Save Some Cash? A Skin Therapist Unpacks
In this Expert episode, Beauty Editor Sadaf and Skin Therapist Tegan dive into the topic of apps like Think Dirty and Yuka, which claim to help consumers identify 'toxic' beauty ingredients. But, according to beauty science expert Dr Michelle Wong (aka Lab Muffin), these apps aren’t as reliable as they seem. Tegan and Sadaf discuss whether these tools are helping or just adding to the confusion around skincare ingredients. Win, Bin or Recycle? Keeping Hotel Amenities. This week’s segment takes
290. 2025 Beauty Predictions: What’s Next for Skin, Makeup, Hair, and Fragrance
Beauty writers and co-hosts Hannah and Mel are back with more beauty predictions for the year ahead. Plus, we discuss Pantone's Color of the Year "Mocha Mousse", and why it's divided the internet. Cringey Convo: Getting Ready in Summer: How to Avoid a (Literal) Meltdown. The silly season is upon us, and getting ready in summer has never been more challenging. Between the heat, humidity, and inevitable sweat, we’re all just trying to survive. Mel shares her go-to hack for keeping cool while
Beauty's 'Undetectable Era' & Our New Year's Resolutions
Happy New Year! It’s officially 2025, and we’re kicking things off with a fresh set of beauty resolutions. Hosts Sadaf and Tegan share their personal goals for the year, from better cleansing habits to breaking bad beauty habits (cough sleeping in makeup). WIN, BIN OR RECYCLE? Holding Onto Old Eyeshadow Palettes. We’ve all been there—holding on to eyeshadow palettes that we might use again someday. But is it time to let go? This week’s Win, Bin, or Recycle tackles the case of the unused palettes
288. Makeup Must-Haves: 2024’s Most Purchased Products on Adore Beauty
As we wave goodbye to 2024, we’re reflecting on the year in beauty—from viral products to budget-friendly finds—and sharing our personal wins from the year. Cringey Convo: How to Get Guests to Leave Your Party. We’ve all been there: the party’s over, you’re exhausted, but your guests just won’t leave. From subtle cues like cleaning up to the universally understood “Welp, time for bed” move, we share the dos and don’ts of politely showin
287. Adore Beauty's Best-Selling Skincare Products of 2024
the final Beauty IQ Expert episode of 2024, and we’re wrapping up the year with a bang: Tegan and Sadaf reveal the best-selling skincare products of 2024! But first, they’re sharing the beauty essentials they’ll be packing in their touch-up kits for New Year’s Eve. WIN, BIN OR RECYCLE? Repurposing Gifts. The holiday season is over, and now we’re left with the gifts that didn't quite hit the mark. What do you do when you receive a present that doesn’t quite sui
The Pressure to Do More, Best & Worst Beauty Trends of 2024, and Holiday Must-Haves
What does your Christmas morning (and beauty routine) look like? Are you team slow start or team family festivities? Hosts Hannah and Mel share their plans and the essentials they're reaching for most over the holidays. Cringey Convo: We Rate The Best & Worst Beauty Trends of 2024. In this segment, we're diving into the beauty trends that made us cringe, laugh, or seriously question what’s going on. From viral TikTok hacks to questionable aesthetics, we rank 2024’s biggest beauty trends from bes
285. Holiday Special: Top Beauty Lessons of 2024
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 divisi
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 answe
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 i
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. Whet
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
A Performance Artist’s Secrets to Sweat-Proof Makeup
Do you have "poo paranoia"? Us, too. Inspired by Queensland Health's viral post, we're kicking off today’s episode with tips for a stress-free public poo. Plus, Hannah and Mel share their go-to hairstyles and hacks for hiding greasy locks between wash days. Beauty Sleep Hacks – Are We Taking It Too Far? Mel introduces an article from The Cut titled Is Your Beauty Sleep Extreme Enough? which explores the pressure to optimise bedtime routines for maximum beauty benefits. The rise of TikTok’s “Morn
How Summer Affects Your Skin (and What to Do About It)
Summer is coming in hot—literally—and with it, all the skin woes that warmer weather brings. This week, Tegan and Sadaf dive into how to fine-tune your skincare routine to tackle summer challenges like sun exposure, breakouts, and dehydration. From practical advice to tried-and-true product recommendations, they’ll have you glowing all season long. Win, Bin, or Recycle? Is doing your skincare routine in public empowering, or does it give secondhand embarrassment? Tegan and Sadaf weigh in on this
Why Are People Putting Coffee Up Their Bum? The Great Gut Cleanse Debate Ft Our Resident GP
We’re diving into the latest TikTok trend causing a stir: ‘Naval Pulling.’ People are pouring castor oil into their belly buttons to reduce bloating, inspired by Ayurvedic medicine. But does it really work? Cringey Convo: Beauty Myths We Believed Growing Up. From putting lemon juice in your hair for “sun-kissed highlights” to using toothpaste on pimples, we’re walking down memory lane with beauty myths that shaped (and sometimes scarred) our younger selves. The Great Gut Cleanse Debate Ft. Dr Lu
EXPERT: What You Can and Can’t Do Before and After These Buzzy Skin Treatments
Skin therapist Tegan kicks off this Expert episode by revealing details about her recent visit to a clairvoyant, sprinkling in some intriguing stories from her ~psychic~ past. Win, Bin, or Recycle? Sharing Beauty Products Would you share your mascara or lipstick with a friend? Tegan and Sadaf delve into the ultimate beauty debate. From hygiene risks to unwritten beauty rules, they dish on when sharing is caring—and when it’s time to bin that half-used lippy. The Ultimate Pre- and Post-Treatment
UNCENSORED: Madeleine Edwards on Living With Eczema in the Spotlight
Pamela Anderson is leading the makeup-free movement, and we're absolutely living for it. We kick off this week's episode by discussing *that* viral TikTok video of Pam and Drew Barrymore on The Drew Barrymore Show and the cultural shift toward embracing authenticity. Cringey Convo: What Your Beauty Pros Wish They Could Tell You In Cringey Convo, Hannah and Mel dive into the things beauty professionals wish they could tell us—straight from a spicy Reddit thread. These are the insider tips you did
EXPERT: Everything You Need to Know About Skin Needling
In this beauty education deep-dive, Beauty Editor Sadaf and Skin Therapist Tegan break down the ins and outs of skin needling, a powerful anti-aging treatment designed to renew skin through precise micro-injuries. They cover everything you need to know: from needle depth and pain levels (spoiler: it’s not as scary as it sounds!) to the impressive benefits for collagen and elastin production. Win, Bin, or Recycle? Plucking grey hairs takes the spotlight in this week’s beauty debate. Tegan and Sad
UNCENSORED: A Celebrity Brow Artist on How We’re Currently Shaping Our Arches
Why are people putting beef tallow on their faces? Hannah and Mel kick off this week’s episode with TikTok’s latest skincare trend—using beef fat for that coveted glow. Turns out, Mel's already tried it! Cringey Convo: Unconventional Celebrity Crushes. Ever had a celebrity crush that makes people say, “Wait... them?” This week, Hannah and Mel take on the ultimate guilty pleasure topic: unconventional celebrity crushes. Each reveals their quirkiest crushes they’re almost too embarrassed to share
EXPERT: The Biggest Misconceptions of Sun Safety
Tegan and Sadaf kick off this week's Expert episode with a quick chat about beauty products they’ve been loving lately. Win, Bin or Recycle Today’s hot debate: rewearing last night’s eye makeup! Is it an easy shortcut or a total no-go? Tune in to hear where Tegan and Sadaf stand, and let us know your take in the Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook group. Misconceptions of Sun Safety We’re diving deep into sun safety myths—from the need for SPF on cloudy days to the real risks of skipping sunscreen alt
UNCENSORED: Debunking Acne Myths with tbh Skincare’s Rachael Wilde
We kick off this week's Uncensored episode with some major beauty news: Huda Beauty announced her last-ever big eyeshadow palette. Is this the end of an era? Let's discuss. Cringey Convo: Top 10 Worst Beauty Admin From the dread of scrubbing off fake tan remnants to the endless task of cleaning makeup brushes, Mel and Hannah rank the top 10 most hated beauty chores. They compare and debate their ultimate least favourites. Debunking Acne Myths with tbh Skincare’s Rachael Wilde We’re thrilled to w
Everyday Habits Impacting Your Skin (And What to Do Instead)
In this week's Expert episode, Sadaf and Tegan explore some surprising everyday habits that may be undermining your skin goals without you even realising. From sun exposure during your daily commute to the skin fallout of prolonged hot showers, they break down the sneaky culprits behind common skin woes. Win, Bin or Recycle: Dry Brushing. This week, it’s all about dry brushing! The hosts discuss whether dry brushing is a must-try or if it belongs in the “bin.” Is it a skin-smoothing saviour or a
Your Early Bird Holiday Beauty Gift Guide
In this Uncensored episode, hosts Hannah and Mel welcome hairdresser Emma from Adore Beauty to discuss a topic many of us dread: telling your hairdresser that you’re not happy with your haircut. They share practical tips for navigating those awkward salon conversations and setting realistic expectations during your consultation to avoid that post-cut regret. Then, for this week's beauty education, Hannah and Mel present their ultimate early-bird holiday beauty gift guide. From super-sweet stocki
The Most Common Skin Concerns a Dermal Therapist Sees In-Clinic
In this week’s Expert episode, Dermal Therapist Tegan and Beauty Editor Sadaf dive into the top five most common skin concerns seen in Tegan’s clinic. From hormonal acne to surprising sun damage, Tegan shares expert insights on what triggers these issues and the best ways to treat them. Then, for this week's Adore Anonymous, they tackle a listener’s question about lightening dark underarms, breaking down the pros and cons of at-home remedies versus in-clinic treatments. Plus, Sadaf reveals her l
Exactly How a Dermal Therapist Handles a Hangover
Hangover Skincare with Dermal Therapist Yads Cauchi After one too many margaritas, your skin can feel as tired as you do. Thankfully, we’ve got dermal therapist and skin nutritionist Yads Cauchi to guide us through the ultimate skincare recovery routine. Whether your skin is dry, irritated, or suffering from breakouts after a big night out, Yads has expert tips to get your glow back. Cringey Convo: Taking the “Cringe” Out of Mental Health Through Beauty In honour of Mental Health Month, we’re sw
Ep 267: When to Step Up Your Retinol Skincare
Retinol is known as the "gold standard" in skincare and for good reason. In this week's episode, Dermal Therapist Tegan and Senior Beauty Editor Sadaf take us through everything there is to know about retinol and share product recommendations for different skin types. Win, Bin or Recycle? Tooth Gems. In this segment, the hosts weigh in on the buzzy oral care trend and whether or not they'd try it themselves. Adore Anonymous: Loo Roll as Blot Paper? For this week's Adore Anonymous, Tegan and
Ep 266: PWDKWN Special: Our Favourite Beauty Finds of 2024 (So Far)
Why Do Some Stores Make Us Need to Poop? Ever walked into a store and suddenly had the urge to poop? Mel and Hannh discuss the bizarre phenomenon blowing up on TikTok, with people claiming that stores like TK Maxx, Bunnings, and IKEA can trigger a sudden need to go ASAP. PWDKWN Special: Our Favourite Beauty Discoveries of 2024 (So Far) By popular demand, Hannah and Mel share their top beauty discoveries of the year! From skincare to wellness, these are the products that have stolen their heart
Ep 265: Are They Blackheads or Sebaceous Filaments?
Win, Bin, or Recycle? Hairspray as Makeup Setting Spray In this week’s episode, Tegan and Sadaf dive into a beauty hack that's been around forever—using hairspray to set your makeup. Is it a game-changing tip or an outdated trick? Are They Blackheads or Sebaceous Filaments? Ever looked in the mirror and thought, "What is that on my nose?" Tegan and Sadaf clear up the confusion between blackheads and sebaceous filaments, from how to identify them to the best treatment methods. Adore Anonymous
Ep 264: How We're Doing Our Makeup in 2024
How We're Doing Our Makeup in 2024 with MUA Megan Miloshis With so many beauty trends circulating, it’s tough to keep track of what’s in and what’s out. That’s why we’ve brought in Adore Beauty’s resident makeup artist and content manager, Megan Miloshis, to help us navigate the makeup trends and tips of 2024. Bridal Horror Stories Wedding season is upon us, and while we adore the romance and fabulous outfits, we can’t deny it—the juiciest moments often come from the chaos behind the scenes. F
Ep 263: Understanding Your Exfoliating Acids
Whether you're a skincare newbie or a seasoned pro, acids can be a game-changer in your routine. Today, we're diving into the world of acids—AHAs, BHAs, and everything in between! Acids help dissolve the top layer of skin, making way for fresher, radiant cells. Tune in to learn which exfoliating acid is right for you. Win, Bin, or Recycle? We’re back with another round of Win, Bin, or Recycle? This week, we’re talking about face basting—a trend coined by Dr Shereene Idriss, where she applies nap
Ep 262 - Timeless Beauty Products & Getting Every Last Drop
Squeezing Every Last Drop out of Our Beauty ProductsHannah and Mel dive into the hilarious struggle of getting every drop from their favourite beauty products. From dismantling pump moisturizers to pouring out the last drops of SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic, they share their tried-and-true hacks and funny mishaps along the way. Timeless Products with Amanda RamsayMakeup artist Amanda Ramsay returns to the pod, this time to discuss beauty icons—those timeless products that have truly stood the test of
Ep 261: Caffeinated Skincare & A Dermal Therapist’s Take on Pimple Popping
Win, Bin, or Recycle? Period Undies EditionIn this week's episode, Tegan and Sadaf weigh in on period undies—are they worth it? From eco-friendly benefits to advice on how to use them, they cover all the essentials. Plus, if you're new to the period undies world, check out our detailed article on Beauty IQ for all your questions answered.Caffeinated Skincare: A Solution for the Sleep-Deprived?Have you heard of caffeinated skincare? Tegan and Sadaf break down the benefits of the powerful antioxid
Ep 260: Dandruff vs. Dry Scalp: What’s Really Going On?
Mould Found in Water Bottles Are you guilty of letting your water bottle go unwashed for too long? Don’t worry—you’re not alone! Find out more in today’s cringey convo. Is it a dehydrated scalp or is it dandruff? Our favourite Trichologist, Dr. Kay Fitzgerald, is back! She’s breaking down the key differences between an itchy scalp, dandruff, and other sneaky issues. Plus, learn what steps to take if your scalp needs some extra TLC. PWDKWN: Hannah - Dermalogica Phyto Nature Lifting Eye Cream
Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 259: How to Safely Exfoliate for Your Skin Type
In this episode of Beauty IQ Expert, Skin Therapist, Tegan and Beauty Editor, Sadaf dive into the do's and don'ts of exfoliating for every skin type. Whether you're oily, dry, acne prone, sensitive, or combo, you’ll learn how to safely exfoliate without causing damage. Say goodbye to dullness and hello to radiant, healthy skin! Products Mentioned: Alpha-H Liquid Gold Exfoliating Treatment Medik8 Press & Clear Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Cosmedix Elite Refine Rx Société Clear Skin
Ep 258: Fermented Skincare Explained
The Cringiest Accidental Texts Ever sent a text and immediately wished you could take it back? You’re not alone—Hannah and Mel have been there too! Tune in as they spill their most cringe-worthy, laugh-out-loud text confessions that you won’t want to miss! Fermented Skincare with Yads Cauchi Dermal Therapist and Nutritionist, Yads Cauchi is back on the podcast, and this time, she’s diving into the buzzworthy world of fermented skincare. Yads breaks down the must-know benefits and reveals what
Ep 257: Is Your Environment Secretly Messing with Your Skin?
Eczema or dermatitis acting up for no good reason? In this episode, hosts Tegan and Sadaf unravel the mystery of how your environment might be secretly messing with your skin. Whether it’s dust, your furbaby, or that sneaky pollution, we dive deep into what’s flaring up your skin and causing those frustrating allergy-like symptoms.For this week’s Adore Anonymous, Tegan spills the tea on what skincare essentials she packed in her baby bag when she had her daughter — if you’re a parent-to-be you w
Ep 256: Factors That Impact Your Libido
If You Hold Your Poop, What Happens? With Dr. LucindaGot a weird, slightly embarrassing question? Don’t worry, Dr. Lucinda’s got you covered. Today, she’s tackling one of those “I’ve always wondered but never dared to ask” topics: What really happens if you hold your poop? Hannah & Mel dive into this cringey (but oh-so-relatable) convo as Dr Lucinda explains the science behind why you should just go when nature calls.Factors That Impact Your Libido With Sexologist Selina NguyenLibido—it’s that m
Ep 255: Wedding Skin Prep 101
When it comes to wedding skin prep, timing is everything—just ask Tegan. Whether you have a wedding coming up, or just want to look your best for a special event, this episode will guide you through the ideal treatments and timings to achieve that radiant, pre-wedding glow.Submit your Adore Anonymous Questions here: https://forms.gle/NtNRzm22n5ccLapi6If 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
Ep 254: Balancing Boujee and Budget Skincare with Dermal Therapist James Vivian
Products You’ve Been Using Wrong There’s nothing worse than realising you’ve been using a product completely wrong. In this week’s episode, Hannah and Mel spill the bans on their biggest beauty blunders, and share some of the Adore Beauty team’s biggest “whoops” moments so you can avoid doing the same! High-Low Beauty with James Vivian Who says you can’t have it all? Dermal Therapist and skincare guru James Vivian is back, and this time, he’s breaking down the art of mixing high-end and budget
Ep 253: Everything You Want to Know About Eye Care
If your eyes are showing signs of late nights, stress, or just life in general, this episode is for you. Tegan and Sadaf dive deep into everything eye-related—from dark circles to fine lines and that tired look that just won’t quit. They’ll walk us through what different products and treatments can actually do (as well as what they can’t), along with some pro tips to help brighten and revive our eyes.Submit your Adore Anonymous Questions here: https://forms.gle/NtNRzm22n5ccLapi6If you have any q
Ep 252: How to Avoid Makeup Pilling According to a Dermal Therapist
Wardrobe MalfunctionsEver had one of those “please let the ground swallow me whole” wardrobe moments? In today’s Cringey Convo, Hannah and Mel share their most mortifying fashion fails including an unfortunate sweaty job interview – you won’t want to miss this one.Skincare to Avoid Makeup Pilling With Dermal Therapist, Libby LeMakeup pilling: the arch-enemy of a flawless face that shows up just when you think your makeup game is on point. What gives? Luckily, Dermal Therapist Libby Le is back to
Ep 251: The Lowdown on Microbiome Skincare
Heard of the skin's microbiome and wondered what all the fuss is about? In this episode, Tegan breaks down the basics of the skin’s microbiome, including what it is, what can throw it off balance, and how to get it back on track. She dives into the factors that can disrupt this delicate ecosystem and shares the best products to help repair and maintain a healthy microbiome.Products mentioned:Cosmedix Micro Defense Microbiome Sheet MaskLa Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Prebiotic MoisturiserLa Ro
Ep 250: Unpacking “Beauty Blindness” & How Stress Affects Our Skin
“Beauty Blindness” Viral TrendTikTok loves a good trend, and this week, Hannah & Mel are diving into the latest: “Blush Blindness.” But let’s be real—haven’t we all been “blind” to a few beauty faux pas in our past? From overplucking brows to over-zealous blush application, the girls reflect on their beauty blindnesses. How Stress Affects Your SkinNotice your skin breaking out right when life gets a little too chaotic? Us too. In this episode, Dermal Clinician Rylee Walton joins the chat to brea
Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 249: A Skin Therapist’s Honest Take on K-Beauty
This week, we’re diving into the world of K-Beauty with Skin Therapist Tegan Mac, who’s taking her first deep dive into this beauty phenomenon. As a newcomer to the K-Beauty scene, Tegan brings a fresh perspective and isn’t afraid to give her unfiltered, professional opinion on whether these trendy products live up to the hype. Products Mentioned: Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum Hada Labo Lotion Anti-Aging - Super Hyd
Ep 248: Adore Beauty's Best Multi-Use Products
Foods That Give You Gas Cramps Ever find yourself clutching your stomach after eating your favourite foods? You're not alone. Those pesky gas cramps can strike at the most inconvenient times. Clinical Nutritionist Dr. Brad Leech joins Hannah and Mel to explore why these cramps occur, especially when Hannah indulges in lentils. Editor-Approved Multi-Use Beauty Products Whether you're watching your wallet or simply looking to streamline your beauty routine, Beauty Editor Jas Riley is back to sh
Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 247: Back to Basics: The Skincare Lessons You May Have Forgotten About
With so much information (and misinformation) at our fingertips, it's easy to get lost in the sea of serums, creams, and cleansers. But sometimes, the best thing you can do for your skin is to simplify and focus on the fundamentals. We revisit essential skincare lessons you might have forgotten about for a fresh perspective on achieving that coveted glow. Plus, in this week's Adore Anonymous segment, Sadaf and Tegan dive into a question we've all pondered: How often should we really be changin
Ep 246: What to Look for in an At-Home LED Device
When is it time to get weird with a new partner? We've all got those quirky nighttime routines we secretly love, right? From wearing retainers that make you sound like you've got a lisp to rocking those oversized granny panties—Hannah, Mel, and Producer Cass are here to spill the tea. They dive into when and how to introduce these not-so-secret habits when you're cosying up to someone new. At-home LED devices - Are they worth the investment? LED devices have become a popular choice for beauty bu
Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 245: To Mix, or Not to Mix? Debunking Skincare Ingredient Combos
Are you sure you're layering your skincare products the right way? Skin Therapist Tegan and Senior Beauty Editor Sadaf are here to unravel the mysteries of ingredient mixing. In this episode, they’ll reveal which combinations are a match made in heaven and which ones you should avoid. With expert layering techniques and timing tips, consider this your ultimate guide to mastering your skincare routine. Products Mentioned: Alpha-H Liquid Gold Exfoliating Treatment La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo
Ep 244: Is ‘Slugging’ Back? An Expert Breaks Down the Skincare Trend
Are period apps getting too personal? Ever felt like your period app knows a little too much about you? From announcing your period's arrival to detailed data on your discharge, Hannah & Mel ponder all things period tracking apps for today's cringey convo. Plus, Mel shares her spicy book recommendations for Hannah's holiday. Is "Slugging" back? With Dermatologist Dr. Natasha Cook The TikTok skincare trend is making waves again, but what’s the deal with it, anyway? Dermatologist Dr. Natasha Coo
Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 243: Skincare SOS, I’ve had a reaction, now what?
Have you ever tried a new product and ended up with red, itchy, or irritated skin? Don’t panic! Tegan shares her fool-proof “stop drop and roll” method (no firefighters included) to combat an impaired barrier. Products Mentioned: Société Rejuvenating Peptide Mask - 5pc La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Submit your Adore Anonymous Questions here: https://forms.gle/NtNRzm22n5ccLapi6 If you have any questions let us know in our Facebook Group! Join the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB Group to dis
Ep 242: Party-Proof Makeup with Celebrity MUA, Chantelle Baker
Hannah’s Heel Skin Horror StoryHannah spills the beans on her cringey experience removing hard heel skin—definitely not a method we’d suggest, but it makes for a hilarious story! Celebrity Makeup Artist Chantelle BakerChantelle Baker has glammed some of the world's most famous faces from Gigi Hadid to Sarah Jessica Parker. Now, the makeup artist joins us to share her tips on keeping your makeup flawless all day and night. Products Mentioned: Aesthetics Rx H2O Lipid Balm Face Halo PRO - 3 Pack H
Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 241: Ready, set, glow! Top skincare products for radiant skin this winter
Feeling the effects of the harsh Aussie winter on your skin? Join Adore's Senior Beauty Editor, Sadaf Razi, and Skin Therapist, Tegan Mac, as they share their best tips for keeping your skin hydrated and glowing this season. Discover their favourite serums and moisturisers to combat the winter chill. Plus, don't miss the latest Adore Anonymous, where we dive into skincare tips for pregnancy and breastfeeding—essential listening for new parents! Products Mentioned: Aspect Probiotic Mask SkinCe
Ep 240: Gemma Dimond’s Glowy Skin On The Go
The Worst Beauty AdviceHannah and Mel dish on the worst beauty advice they've ever received. You'll also hear from our new Beauty IQ Expert hosts Tegan and Sadaf on their own horror stories. Keeping Your Skin Hydrated While Travelling with Gemma DimondTo say Gemma Dimond - beauty writer, MC and host of her hit podcast Glow Journal - travels a lot for work is an understatement. Needless to say, we knew exactly who to speak to about keeping your skin hydrated while on the move. Gemma shares her ul
Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 239: Things You Didn't Know Were Ageing Your Skin
We’re all for ageing, but we get it if you want to postpone some of the side effects acquired while living a long and full life! In this week’s ep, Tegan and Sadaf take you through the things you didn’t know were ageing your skin and the simple changes you can make to slow down the process. Tune in every Wednesday to hear these industry pros give their take on current trends and let you know what's a win, and what's best left in the beauty bin. Products Mentioned: Anastasia Beverly Hills Bro
Beauty IQ Expert | Ep 238: Our Favourite Vitamin Cs Under $100
Welcome to the first episode of Beauty IQ Expert! Beauty Editor, Sadaf Razi and Skin Therapist and Clinic Owner, Tegan Macdonald take you through their favourite vitamin Cs under $100. Every Wednesday you'll hear these industry pros give their take on current trends and let you know what's a win, and what's best left in the beauty bin. Products Mentioned: Medik8 C-Tetra Lipid Vitamin C Antioxidant Serum BOOST LAB Vitamin C Brightening Serum Alpha-H Vitamin C Serum with 10% Ethyl Ascorbic Aci
Ep 237: Acne Through Different Phases of Life
Cleaning Your Ears Without Trauma with Dr Lucinda Our favourite GP, Dr Lucinda is back to talk us through exactly how to clean your ears without the trauma Acne Through Different Phases of Life with Libby Le It can be hard to understand why acne may pop up through different life phases (hello adult acne?!). We welcome Dermal Therapist, Libby Le on today’s episode to dive into the causes and solutions of acne throughout the ages. PWDKWN: Mel - Burt's Bees Coconut and Pear Lip Balm Hannah - Al
Ep 236: The Low Down on Postpartum Hair Loss
Gross Things Your Co-Habitant Does This cringey convo will have you either crying with laughter or completely grossed out with hilarious anonymous submissions from our Facebook Group. Postpartum Hair Loss with Trichologist, Chelcey Salinger Trichologist Chelcey Salinger takes Hannah and Mel through the ins and outs of postpartum hair loss including why it happens, how long it lasts and tips for keeping your hair as healthy as possible during this phase. PWDKWN: Mel - CLOUD NINE Airshot Pro H
Ep 235: Lab Muffin’s Take on Chemical vs Physical Sunscreen
2018 Microblading Check In
Did you get your brows micro bladed or tattooed when it was all the rage in 2018? We're checking in to find out how everyone's brows are holding up 6 years on.
The Difference Between Chemical and Physical Sunscreen with Lab Muffin
Cosmetic Chemist, Dr Michelle Wong aka Lab Muffin breaks down the difference between physical and chemical sunscreen and how to know which option might be best for you.
PWDKWN:
Mel - IGK BEACH CLUB Texture Spray
Hannah - Liberty Belle Rx
Ep 234: Europe Travel Hacks from a Makeup Artist
The 7kg Packing Challenge
Hannah & Mel are put to the test to see if they can pack for a 7 day trip to Bali with carry-on luggage only. Find out what they packed and what didn’t make the cut!
Europe Travel Hacks from Makeup Artist Megan Miloshis
Makeup Artist and AB Staffer, Megan Miloshis is back on the podcast to take us through her Europe travel packing hacks, with tips to avoid spillage and the products she’s packing in her makeup kit.
Megan’s Product Mentions:
Benefit Benetint Lip & Ch
Ep 233: What’s The Difference Between Retinol and Retinal?
Hair Brush Maintenance
Do you remember the last time you cleaned your hairbrush? We got our resident hairdresser in to explain how we should *actually* be cleaning our brushes.
The Difference Between Retinol and Retinal with Yads Cauchi
Dermal Therapist, Yads Cauchi is back to guide us through the benefits of different Vitamin A derivatives and shares her best practices for protecting your skin’s barrier while using these powerful ingredients.
Product Mentions:
AVEDA Wooden Paddle Brush
GHD
Ep 232: HANNAH’S ENGAGED!
The Canadian popped the question! Hear the proposal story.
Sleeping in Beds with Pets, Gross or Not?
Are you for or against sharing the bed with your furry friends? Hannah & Mel poll the AB office to reach a verdict.
Do Your Nails Need a Break from Shellac and Gel Treatments?
Dermatologist Dr Shammi Theesan takes us through the damage you may not know is happening to your nails during services like Shellac/gel. She also shares her tips on keeping your nails healthy in between salon visits.
Ep 231: Advice for Teen Skincare with James Vivian
Most Upsetting Beauty Moments That Ruin Your Day
Have you dropped a day old bottle of C E Ferulic? We hope not! With help from Adore Beauty Staffers, Hannah & Mel share beauty moments that have had them close to tears. First world problems, we know.
Advice for Teen Skincare with James Vivian
Dermal Therapist, Clinic Owner and Founder of Viviology, James Vivian joins us to share advice on how to safely navigate the world of teen & tween skincare.
PWDKWN:
Mel - Well Verti Shower Filter and AB
Ep 230: Change of Season Must Haves
Mel’s Period Cup Diaries
If you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to try a period cup for the first time, Mel has taken one for the team and documented her experience.
Change of Season Must Haves with Beauty Editor, Jas Riley
Beauty Editor, Jas Riley joins the podcast to take us through some cooler weather must-haves that will keep your skin and hair hydrated all year round.
Jas’s Change of Season Products:
SOME BY MI Beta Panthenol Repair Cream 50ml
La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic A
Ep 229: Can You Really Fix Split Ends?
Talking Bunions with Podiatrist Dr Sam
Hannah and Mel call in Podiatrist, Dr Sam to explain exactly what a bunion is and the factors that might be causing them.
Can You Really Fix Split Ends?
Are our split ends repairable? Trichologist, Dr Kay Fitzgerald is back on the podcast to help us understand what split ends are and if chopping them is the only cure.
Product Mentions:
Kérastase Première Filler Fondamental Repairing Anti-Frizz Serum
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask
PWDKWN:
Mel - t
Ep 228: How Long Your Skincare Actually Takes to Work
Mel’s Cringey Chafe Story
Boardshorts and Mel are NOT friends. Mel takes us through the chafe story that almost landed her in hospital.
How Long Your Skincare Actually Takes to Work
Dermal Therapist Brooke Holmes from Me, Skin and Body joins the podcast to debunk how long skincare ingredients actually take to work and the combinations that we can expect the best results from.
Find Brooke at her clinic @meskinandbody
Product Mentions:
Skoop Skincare Skin Shield, Anti-Chafe Balm
Aspect Prob
Ep 227: Adore Beauty’s Top Budget Picks
Funniest Product ReviewsHannah and Mel read through Adore Beauty’s funniest product reviews from customers.
Top Budget PicksSenior Beauty Editor, Sadaf Razi is back on the podcast with her top budget picks for skincare, makeup and hair care.
Product Review Mentions:
Poo Pourri Royal Flush
K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask
I'm From Mugwort Essence
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
ghd original hair straightener
Lovehoney Mon Ami Pleasure Air Rose
Smile Makers The Billionaire
L
Ep 226: Syncing Your Skincare to Your Cycle
Syncing Your Skincare to Your Menstrual Cycle
Dermatologist, Dr Cara McDonald joins the podcast to help Hannah and Mel understand how you can best sync your skincare to your menstrual cycle.
Blind Reacting to Fragrances
Hannah and Mel attempt to guess the notes of some of Adore Beauty's favourite fragrances.
Fragrances Mentioned:
Yves Saint Laurent MYSL
who is elijah OCEAN EYES EDP
Goldfield & Banks BOHEMIAN LIME Perfume
BDK Pas Ce Soir EDP
Juliette Has A Gun Ode to Dullness
Burberry Goddes
Ep 225: How to Pick the Right Foundation
How bad is sleeping with a tampon?
Hannah was shocked to hear that Mel sleeps with a tampon in overnight so they get Dr Lucinda in to share the dos & don'ts of tampon use.
How to Pick the Right Foundation
Picking the right foundation can be so daunting, especially shopping online. Lucky for you, we’ve called in makeup artist and AB Staffer, Megan to take us through her top tips on finding the right match.
Product Mentions:
Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
DIOR Backstage Face & Body F
Ep 224: Body Neutrality with Laura Henshaw
Teenage Beauty Throwback With help from AB Staffers, Hannah & Mel relive their cringey teenage years with the interesting things they did to their skin and hair! Body Neutrality with Laura Henshaw from KIC Laura Henshaw joins the girls to talk about how we can adjust our lens to be more body neutral and less focused on comparison. This segment mentions themes around body image and disordered eating. If you would like to skip this discussion, you can tune in to our PWDKWN segment at 32:32
Ep 223: Answering Your Sensitive Skin Questions
Sensitive Skin with Jo
Joanna Fleming back to answer your Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group questions about managing sensitive skin.
Cringey Public Beauty Practices
With the help of some Adore Beauty Staff, Mel and Hannah share the beauty practices that they do in public that otherwise give them the ick.
Product Mentions:
The Jojoba Company Daily Glow Exfoliating PHA Tonic
The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA 2%
Cosmedix Rescue Intense Hydrating Balm & Mask
PWDKWN:
Mel - Amy Jean Brows La
Ep 222: The Sh*t People Don’t Tell You About Pregnancy Part 2
The Sh*t People Don’t Tell You About Pregnancy
Tayla Broad joins the podcast to talk through night terrors, oversupply and returning to work.
Is the Bush Back?
Hannah and Mel share their thoughts around pubic hair (or lack thereof) and if they think the bush is back!
Product Mentions:
Eco Tan Glory Oil
Benefit 24 Hour Brow Setter Clear Brow Gel
Benefit Precisely, My Brow Pencil
Maybelline New York Hyper Precise Liner
Skinstitut Glycolic Cleanser 12%
PWDKWN:
Mel - Maybelline New York Ta
Ep 221: Treating Chest Pigmentation
Treating Chest PigmentationOur favourite Dermal Therapist is back! Tegan Mac to take us through how to treat chest pigmentation and the ways you can prevent any further damage.
Bath housesHannah and Mel share their cringiest experiences in bath houses including Mel going nude in Japan!
PWDKWN:
Mel - Aesthetics Rx A Serum 1%
Hannah - The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + Beta Glucan
If you have any other questions you want us to answer let us know in our Facebook Group! Join the Beauty
Ep 220: The Effects of Hard Water on Hair
Accidental UsesWith help from the Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group, Hannah & Mel take you through some unfortunate accidental uses of beauty products like nail glue instead of eye drops - ouch!
Dr Kay Fitzgerald - Hard Water on HairTrichologist Dr Kay Fitzgerald joins us to talk about the effects of hard water on your hair, signs to look out for and what we can do to prevent damage.
Products Mentioned:
L'Oreal Professionnel Metal Detox Shampoo
L'Oreal Professionnel Metal Detox Serum In
Ep 219: Embracing Aging Skin
Smash or Pass: Beauty EditionHannah & Mel take on a juicy Smash or Pass with beauty items and practices.
Embracing Aging with Amanda RamsayWe chat to over 40's makeup expert Amanda Ramsay, who shares her makeup tips for aging skin AND lets us know that the shimmer shadow days are far from over.
Amanda’s Product Mentions:
Beauté Pacifique Creme Symphonique
Eye Zone GelThe Jojoba Company
Transformative Eye Serum
Antipodes Kiwi Seed Gold Luminous Eye Cream
Viviology Niacinamide + HA Serum
May
Ep 218: The Tea on Hair Transplants with Luke & Sassy Scott
Hair Transplants with Luke & Sassy ScottHilarious Australian TikTok brothers, Luke & Scott join the pod to spill the tea on their hair transplants and share their cringiest stories.
Sweaty Upper Lip AlertIf you’ve seen the early 2000s movie Wild Child, you’ll know the term SULA. Mel shares her DIY approach to combat her SULA.
PWDKWN:Mel - Viviology Vitamin C SerumHannah - CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF15
If you have any other questions you want us to answer let us know in our Facebook Gr
Ep 217: Serums 101
The Stench of Wet RunnersHave you ever had the mildew smell of wet runners take over your home? Hannah has. The gals discuss ways to get around it and what not to do.
Keeping Serums Simple with JoJo is back to answer every question we have about serums. She takes us through how serums work and the ingredients that we shouldn't be applying together.
Jo’s Product Mentions:La Roche-Posay Toleriane Ultra Dermallergo SerumAlpha-H Vitamin E Serum with 1% Ceramide Complex 25mlSkinCeuticals C E Feruli
Ep 216: Self Care on Steroids & Dating with Adele Maree
Self Care on Steroids for Valentine’s DayWant to know what Hannah & Mel get up to on their self care nights alone? Strap in, because it may surprise you. Dating In Your 30s with Adele MareeAdele Maree from Your Safe Space Pod stops by to talk about her best dating advice, beauty tips for feeling confident and some disastrous dating stories. PWDKWN:Mel - CLOUD NINE The Curling WandHannah - Elizabeth Arden Retinol + HPR Ceramide Water If you have any other questions you want us to answer let u
Ep 215: Our 2024 Beauty Predictions
Botox in ArmpitsHannah and Mel dive into the world of sweating and botox..yes you heard that right. They chat about celebs that swear by this procedure and question if the price is really worth it!
2024 Beauty PredictionsBeauty Editor Jasmine Riley stops by to take us through her 2024 predictions for the beauty world. Jas covers Y2K styles, maximalist makeup and fragrance notes you may not expect.
Products Mentioned:
DIOR Dior Addict Lip Maximiser Plumping Gloss
Huda Beauty Silk Balm Spicy Th
Ep 214: What Air Conditioning Actually Does To Your Skin
Mel cuts her toenails WHERE? In today’s cringey convo, Mel shares where she cuts her toenails, and who she’s comfortable cutting them in front of. We also asked the Adore Beauty office to weigh in on the conversation and their answers did not disappoint. Does aircon really cause moisture loss? Cosmetic and medical Dermatologist, Dr Katherine Armour stops by to help us understand how air-conditioning can affect our skin. Check out Barry’s Skin Treatment Pics: November 2023 - https://www.insta
Ep 213: Foods and Supplements For Healthy Skin
Hannah got her ENTIRE face threaded in Bali!Hannah takes us through her experience of getting her whole face threaded in Bali.Foods to help your skin glow!Dermal Therapist and Nutritionist, Yads Cauchi joins us to share what foods and supplements are best for our skin.Find out more from Yads about skin hydration here - https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/beautyiq/skin-care/water-benefits-for-skin/
PWDKWN:Mel - Vida Glow Natural Marine Collagen - Cranberry & LimeHannah - ELEVEN Australia I Want
Ep 212: Most Popular Products at Adore Beauty in 2023
Want to know what THE most popular products of 2023 were?! We've got you covered!
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Zooming In On The GunkFor today’s Cringey Convo, Mel gets a little too up close with her face with a 20x zoom camera, looking at her sebaceous filaments, up her nose, and mites on her eyelashes.
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Ep 211: How to Nail Your Fake Tan
Hannah is joined by Summer Co-Host, Melissa Mason as they chat through J-Lo being Ai generated, workplace bathroom etiquette, and perfecting your fake summer glow. Workplace Bathroom Etiquette For today’s Cringey Convo, we’re chatting about workplace bathroom etiquette and finding out what the AB team thinks also. Tanning TipsHannah and Mel share their best tips for a patch-free golden glow, including their favourite products and how to solo-tan your back (no contortion needed). Hannah & M
Ep 210: We're Back! Sad Nipple Syndrome and Bleaching Virgin Hair
After a short hiatus we are finally back! Hannah is joined by Summer Co-Host, Melissa Mason as they chat through Mel's beauty profile as well as how to keep your hair feeling soft and shiny post colour treatments.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Get to know Mel
Hannah puts Mel in the hot seat with rapid fire qu
Throwback! The Different Ways Medication Can Impact Our Skin
In today’s Throwback episode, Jo and Hannah are joined by Dr Ryan De Cruz from Southern Dermatology to discuss the relationship the ways in which different medication can impact the health of our skin.
You can find Dr Ryan De Cruz from Southern Dermatology here: https://southern-dermatology.com.au/
If you have any other questions you want us to answer let us know in our Facebook Group! Join the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB group to share beauty tips, chat about the podcast and share your own cringey
Throwback! What’s Really In Your Skincare Products?
Michelle Wong, better known as Lab Muffin Beauty Science, joins us to debunk ingredient myths, the difference between physical and chemical sunscreens, and helps us understand how to read the ingredients label on your skincare products.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
You can follow Michelle on Instagram here:
Throwback! Does Sleeping On Your Side Really Cause Wrinkles?
Does sleeping on your side really cause wrinkles? Jo and Hannah spill the tea on whether sleep wrinkles are actually a thing, how we can prevent them, and what to do if your cleavage is causing them.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Product Mentions:Wrinkles Schminkles Chest Smoothing Kit Shh Silk Pillowcases
If yo
Throwback! Why Is My Skin Always Great After Spending Time In The Ocean?
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Dive into the archives with Hannah and Jo as they revisit a fan-favourite throwback episode. This time, they're busting myths surrounding a highly asked listener question: Why is my skin always so good after a day at the beach? Joanna & Hannah explain how your skin can react to t
Throwback! Busting Breakout Myths
Incase You Missed It!
We speak to skin therapist Tegan Mac from @teganmac.skin who also experiences adult acne. She joins us to bust breakout myths and tell us which ingredients and professional treatments are best for acne-prone skin. Tegan's routine:
Cleanser: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/cosmedix/cosmedix-benefit-clean-gentle-cleanser.html?utm_source=omny&utm_medium=podcast
Hyaluronic Acid: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/cosmedix/cosmedix-surge-hyaluronic-acid-booster.html?utm_source=om
Ep 209: The Role Antioxidants Play In Your Skincare Routine
It's Jo's last hurrah! You'll still hear her voice and probably see her face every now and then on Adore's channels, but Hannah's new co-host will take over after a short break. Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss when new episodes drop!
The foods that might be causing damage to your teeth
We ask Dr Madeleine Duff about the foods that we may not expect are damaging our teeth, and her answers may surprise you (if you drink lemon water, don't skip this one!) Dr Madeleine Duff is a dentis
Ep 208: Do Hair Extensions Always Cause Damage?
After 4 years co-hosting Beauty IQ Uncensored, Jo's stepping away from the mic (but don't worry, you'll probably still hear her voice every now and then). Next week will be Jo's last episode, before we take a short break and return to regular programming with some new voices!
Cervical Screenings
Pap smears have changed a bit over the last few years, so Dr Lucinda joins us to discuss cervical screenings, HPV, what happens if you have abnormal cells, and why you shouldn't get too worried.
Hair Ext
Ep 207: How Our Genetics Determine What We Look Like
Toe Disasters Megan joins us to share a toe horror story from her recent honeymoon, Hannah shares a story from Thailand, and we asked our audience for their stories in the Facebook group, so if you want to see Megan's toe, head to that thread but be warned, it's gruesome! How Our Genetics Determine How We Look Kathryn Visser from Genetic Counselling Australia helps us understand the role of a genetics counsellor, how it's possible to get blue eyes from brown-eyed parents, what the most inherited
Ep 206: How Lymphatic Drainage Could Benefit You
How Often Do You Change Your Sheets?
Jo's a once-a-week-er, but everyone else around her seems like be fortnighly (or longer) sheet changers. So what do the studies actually recommend? You'll find out on this episode. Let us know if you're a Jo or a Hannah in the Facebook group!
Lymphatic Drainage
Georgie from Shape House in Melbourne joins us to explain what our lymphatic system does, what a lymphatic drainage massage involves and how it can be complemented by other therapies. You can find them
Ep 205: Hidden Ways To Save Money On Your Skincare
Understanding Tonsils
Dr Lucinda let's us know what tonsils actually do, what goes down when you have them removed, and what's the deal with tonsil stones.
You can find our resident GP Dr Lucinda on Instagram @todaywithdrlucia.
Hidden Ways To Save Money On Your Skincare
Jo shares some insider tips on how to save money while maintaining a great skincare routine.
A great way to save money is to buy an affordable cleanser or moisturiser such as:
Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Rich Ultra-Nourishing
Ep 204: All The Haircare Jo Took To Europe
European Bathrooms On Holidays
Who else can't stand those glass bathrooms in hotels? Jo shares her encounters with European bathrooms, and Hannah has a tip for handling that awkward moment when you need some privacy for a "number 2" with your partner.
Everything Jo packed in her Medical Essentials bag: Carry On Medical Essentials and Check In Medical Essentials.
All The Haircare Jo Took To Europe
While Jo was in Europe, she had lots of haircare questions, so she filled us in on all the hair
Ep 203: Osteopath’s Top Tips For Working From Home
Importance Of Cleaning Beards
Matt joins Hannah to for this Cringey Convo to talk irritating pash rashes and how to sort them out right from the root. Plus, Hannah goes through her boyfriend’s beard routine.
Read the article: 6 Beard Care Products to Maintain, Hydrate, Grow, and Groom Your Beard
Healthy Work From Home Habits
Dr Michelle Funder let’s us know what the usual problems she comes across from a bad setup whilst working at home. And to top it off, she throws in a few simple tips to ke
Ep 202: Pathways to Pleasure - Navigating the Science of Sensation
We want to make sure you’re comfortable, this podcast discusses sex and pleasure mapping. Nightmare Housemate Stories Hannah & Matt wanted to hear your most cringey housemate experiences so we asked our FB Group, and you guys totally delivered! Big thanks to everyone who dropped their stories in the comments! Pleasure Mapping Earlier this year Adore Society members got to be part of a Sexual Wellness masterclass hosted by Hannah and a panel of sexologists. One of the sexologists who was
Ep 201: The New Products You Need In Your Life
What Colour Should It Be?
Our resident GP Dr Lucinda is here to let us know what colour our urine should be. She breaks down the nitty-gritty of urine production and the culprits that can play with its colouring. Plus, she lets us know how many bathroom trips a day (or night) are considered normal?
Dr Lucinda is our resident GP. You can find her on Instagram @todaywithdrlucia.
The New Products You Need In Your Life
Hannah has gone onto the New Arrival's section of the website and let's us know w
Ep 200: Why Does Some Jewellery Turn Our Skin Green?
Why Does Some Jewellery Turn Our Skin Green?
Dermatologist Dr Katherine Armour dives into why our skin might go a little green when we wear certain jewellery. She's breaking down which metals can leave your skin looking a little green and giving us the scoop on how to safely say goodbye to the green tint. She let's us know what other reactions our skin might have to jewellery and drops some hints on what materials the sensitive-skin squad should go for.
Dr Katherine Armour is a Melbourne based m
Ep 199: Retinol 101: Benefits & How It Works for Different Skin Types
Rapid Fire Mr Beauty IQ Quiz Hannah puts Matt to the test in a rapid fire Mr Beauty IQ quiz. Mr Beauty IQ was a 4-part series by beginners Matt & Ed, for beginners, designed to help men navigate the basics of skincare. Play along, share your results in the FB Group, and let's see how well we all nail this quiz! Listen to Mr Beauty IQ: Mr Beauty IQ: Where It All Begins Mr Beauty IQ: Covering The Basics Mr Beauty IQ: The Professionals Mr Beauty IQ: The Finale Retinol 101: Benefits &
Ep 198: Hannah's Scalp Care Must-Haves
Haemorrhoids
Our resident GP Dr Lucinda explains what haemorrhoids actually are and what causes these pesky little things. She'll walk us through common treatment options and highlight essential lifestyle changes to consider if you're dealing with these unwelcome visitors.
Follow our resident GP Dr Lucinda on Instagram @todaywithdrlucia.
Hannah's Scalp Care Must-Haves
Hannah runs us through the best scalp scrubs depending on your hair type and what you want from the product.
Read the Adore
Ep 197: Spray Tans, Hot Man Smell & Men’s Grooming with Byron Cooke
Would You Rather
We go old school BIQ Uncensored with Would You Rather. The topic was meant to be manscaping but Hannah & Matt went rouge!
Mens Grooming with Byron Cooke
Byron Cooke let's us know how he stumbled upon Spray Tans and how it was love at first tan! He's got stories about dabbling with injectables too, and he's not afraid to share his skincare routine secrets. Plus, he tells us all about his favourite hot man smell! And guess what? We stock it so your man can smell just as ir
Ep 196: How To Nail Your Skincare Application
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WWJD
Before Jo jetted off to Europe, she made sure to catch up with Matt record some answers for a brand new quiz calle
Ep 195: Hannah's Faves: Budget Foundations & Smudge Proof Mascara
Snoring Dr Andrew Bradbeer explains what really happens in your mouth to create that snoring symphony. Plus he fills us in on the different types of snoring and spills the beans on any quick fixes to reduce the volume on those snores! Dr Andrew Bradbeer is the CEO of Manse Medical. Manse Medical is a leading Respiratory and Sleep Medical Practice dedicated to providing high-quality comprehensive care for people with respiratory and sleep disorders. Hannah’s Product Recommendations We all lov
Ep 194: Are Eye Creams Worth The Hype?
While Jo takes a break, Matt and Hannah join forces to bring you Beauty IQ Uncensored.
Hannah’s Laser Eye Surgery Update
Hannah is sick and tired of her contact lens so is she’s getting laser eye surgery. Hannah gives us an update on where she is at in her laser eye surgery journey and we get your thoughts from the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB Group.
Are Eye Creams Worth The Hype?
Dr Katherine Armour lets us know what she thinks about targeted eye products, the ingredients to use on the eye area
Ep 193: Travel Essentials You Need On Your Next Vacay
Mouth Breathing Mouth Breathing has been blowing up on TikTok so we asked Dr Anthony O'Rourke, Lead Dentist at Maven Dental Collins Street to join us and uncover why. Dr Anthony tells us the common causes of mouth breathing, the best sleep hygiene practices and how mouth breathing can impact daily lives. Dr Anthony O'Rourke is the Lead Dentist at Maven Dental Collins Street. Find him on IG at @mavendental or follow him on IG: @dranthonyorourke Jo's Essential European Travel Products You Can't
Ep 192: Tampon Mishaps
Tampon Mishaps
Megan from our social media team tells us about a hilarious, cringey tampon mishap which prompted Jo to go on a reddit deep dive. Do you have any stories that can rival these? Let us know in the Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group.
Eyelash Health
Dr Lana Del Porto talks eyelash growth cycle, effective ways to promote eyelash growth and how to protect our eyelashes from makeup. Plus, she let's us know what we need to be mindful about when getting lash extensions!
Dr Lana Del Po
Ep 191: Melanie Grant On Glowing Skin & Her Favourite Skincare Ingredients
Kidney Infections
Our resident GP Dr Lucinda joins us to talk Kidney Infections. She talks about what brings these infections on, what signs and symptoms to watch out for, how to treat them and, of course, how to prevent them. Plus, she lets us know why it’s so important to finish the course of antibiotics when you have a kidney infection!
Melanie Grant
Melanie Grant joins Adore Beauty’s Senior Beauty Editor Sadaf Razi to talk 2023 Vogue Beauty Awards stand out products, her career and plays
Bride To Be with Tayla Broad
Just got engaged? In the middle of wedding planning chaos? Look no further than Adore Beauty's latest podcast, "Bride To Be."We all know that planning a wedding is a lot of work, so let Megan Miloshis & Tayla Broad help you plan for your special day! Over 12 episodes, Megan & Tayla will take you on their personal bridal journeys, plus they drop all the wedding planning tips you need from the best experts in the industry.LISTEN TO BRIDE TO BE NOW!
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Ep 190: What You Can Do About Broken Capillaries
Navigating Travel After Loosing Your Glasses
Hannah's been thinking about getting corrective eye surgery lately because, let's face it, dealing with contacts every day can be a real pain. However, she's not sure if she can handle the actual procedure. I mean, it's understandable, right? Eye surgery sounds kinda scary! Hannah tells us all about her struggles when it comes to traveling with her contacts and glasses. Trust me, fellow contact and glasses wearers, you're gonna relate to this one!
T
Ep 189: The 411 On Cosmetic Regulations & Compliance
Cringeworthy Dog Walking Disaster
Remember how we asked the FB Group for cringeworthy stories? You totally came through and delivered! Today, we've got a super cringey story to share with you from an anonymous member. Brace yourselves for a hilarious tale of a dog's walk gone totally sideways! Plus, Jo tells us all about how she is adjusting to life with a dog! A big shout-out and thank you to all of you who sent in your scandalous, crazy, and cringeworthy stories! We appreciate each and every o
Ep 188: Are You Cleaning Your Makeup Brushes Properly?
IBS:
Dr Lucinda gives us the 411 on IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), why it happens, how to get diagnosed and what kind of tests might need to be done to rule out other conditions.
Cleaning Your Brushes:
Resident makeup artist Megan joins us to chat about cleaning your brushes (a task we definitely all avoid). She's got a supermarket suggestion for stubborn stains, and reveals the do's and don't's when it comes to maintaining the integrity of your brushes.
PWDKWN:
Jo: Ultra Violette Preen Screen
Ep 187: Skincare 101 With James Vivian
Hotel Horror Stories
We asked our FB group for the absolute worst things they've ever seen in a hotel room and you guys did not disappoint! These hotel room horror stories had us all cringing and feeling majorly grossed out.
If you wanna read the article we were talking about you can find it here and check out Lisa's hotel cleaning process reddit thread here. Get ready to be informed and grossed out at the same time!
Skincare 101
Dermal Therapist James Vivian joins us to talk about what our sk
Ep 186: How We Got Into The Beauty Industry
Gum Health 101
We talk to dentist Dr Madeleine Duff around gum health and ways to ensure healthy gums. She tells us if water flossers are worth it, the different types of gum issues that can arise and how to reverse gum damage.
Dr Madeleine Duff is a dentist at The Smile Designer. Find her on IG: @Tooth_Be_Told or https://www.thesmiledesigner.com.au/
How We Got Into The Beauty Industry
We get asked all the time how we got into the beauty industry, and it's a super interesting question! At Ado
Ep 185: Does Your Sleeping Position Matter?
1 In 30 People Have Done What?!
An article from IFL Science highlights a rather interesting fact - apparently, 1 in 30 people have admitted to pooping in the shower. Jo and Hannah discuss the possible reasons behind this peculiar behaviour, and Jo brings up a term called "waffle stomp".
Does Your Sleeping Position Matter?
How much do we all need a good night’s sleep? Dr Chris Winter gives us the rundown on how to get the best quality sleep. Plus, he gives us his insights on the ideal sleeping
Hannah's Product Recs For Getting Your Partner Into Skincare, Tackling Melasma & More
We all love Hannah's product recommendations on IG so we have brought them to BIQ Uncensored! In this episode: Budget range of products for the man in your life Best face cream for dry and sensitive skin Good product/s or skincare routine that has actually reduced/faded melasma Product Mentions: The Ordinary The Daily Set Viviology Super Six Discovery asap platinum collection La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Fluid La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Light Cream La Roche-Posay Tolerian
Ep 184: How To Get The Most Out Of Your Candles
Infections
After watching 'The Last Of Us', we were left with a ton of questions on infections, and who better to give us the lowdown than our resident GP Dr Lucinda! Dr Lucinda goes through the different types of infections, treatments and why the infection may be tricky to diagnose.
Dr Lucinda is a GP based in Sydney. Follow her on IG: @todaywithdrlucia
Getting The Most Out Of Your Candles
We're obsessed with candles! Jo gives us her tips and tricks on how to get the most out of your candl
Throwback! Hannah's Tattoo Removal
We head to Vic Dermal Group for Hannah to have one of her many tattoos (a charm bracelet on her wrist) lasered off. There was hyperventilating and screaming but she's fine now guys.
To learn more about tattoo removal, head to the Vic Dermal Group website here: https://www.victoriandermalgroup.com.au/treatments/tattoo-removal
Special thanks to Derya for her expertise and care.Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone t
What Impressed Us About Niall Horan's Extensive Skincare Routine
After watching Niall Horan's 22 step skincare routine, we were totally blown away! One step that really caught our attention was his use of a facial steamer. We want to try one! After skincare, he let's us know his haircare routine too! Watch Niall's TikTok here and his Vogue Beauty Secrets video here.
Product Mentions:
Balmain Paris Texturizing Volume Spray
Dyson Supersonic Black Nickel HD07
Dyson Supersonic Iron Fuchsia HD07
Dyson Supersonic Bright Nickel/Bright Copper HD07
Dyson Supersonic
Ep 183: A Trichologist Weighs In On Jo's Post-Pill Hair Loss
Cupping Hannah tells us all about her cupping experience and if she would do it again? Trichologist's Verdict on Jo's Hair Trichologist Kay Fitzgerald joined Jo and Hannah in the studio to analyse Jo's hair. She takes a close look at Jo's hair and let’s us know her professional observations and recommendations. Kay Fitzgerald is a Trichologist and founder of Melbourne Trichology. Find her at https://www.melbournetrichology.com.au/ & follow her on IG: @melbourne_trichology PWDKWN: Jo:
Throwback! You ask, we deliver...fanny farts
You ask, we deliver...fanny farts.
Or queefing. Or vaginal flatulence. Whatever you call it, we're discussing it. And we decide it's absolutely not our fault when it does happen. Have you ever queefed at yoga or pilates? We'd love to know. Thanks to our listeners who contributed their personal stories for our enjoyment.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB
Hannah's Product Recs For Dry Bodies, Fake Tan & More
We all love Hannah's product recommendations on IG so we have brought them to BIQ Uncensored!
In this episode:
Best products for dry body and hands
Best products for the neck and décolletage
SPF for combination and acne prone skin
Best product for fake tan
Product Mentions:
Kiehl's Crème de Corps 250ml
Kiehl's Crème de Corps 500ml with Pump
CeraVe Daily Moisturising Lotion 236ml
CeraVe Daily Moisturising Lotion 473ml
CeraVe Reparative Hand Cream 48g
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning
Ep 182: The Products We Swear By For Dry, Itchy Skin
How Do You Feel About PDA?
Hannah leads this Cringey Convo so you never know where this will end up! Jo and Hannah dive into the topic of PDA, and share their thoughts on how much is too much? Plus, Hannah asked you about your thoughts on PDA, and you didn't hold back!
How To Soothe Itchy Skin
With winter just around the corner, it's a good time to chat about something we all dread - dry, itchy skin. To help us understand this pesky problem, we have Dermal Clinician Elise Birchall with us. El
Throwback! Ear Suction
We're finally getting to the bottom of our waxy ear situation. We headed to earLAB to have our ears looked at and microsuctioned with the help of Lisa. We found a sultana (not really) in Hannah's ear, and Jo discovered her ears were really dry. Plus, we discover a secret ingredient from the kitchen that can help maintain healthy ears!
If you want to visit earLAB, you can find their details here: https://www.earlab.com.au/microsuction
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting
A Skinfluencer's Very Real Journey With Cystic Acne
Skinfluencer Liz Claire gives us an insight into what her acne journey is like and why she started her IG diary. She let's us know what products, treatments and lifestyle changes helped her manage her acne, the importance of her IG community and she reminds us that we are more than our skin!
Liz Claire is on a mission to shatter toxic beauty standards and help women on their acne journey to feel comfortable and confident in their own skin. You can find Liz on IG: @prettyprogress23 or www.pret
Ep 181: What To Look For In A Scalp Scrub
Hannah's Appendicitis Story Hannah shares her experience with appendicitis. At first, she was misdiagnosed and it took some time before they realised that she needed to remove her appendix right away! Hannah calls out some of the symptoms she had. Don't hesitate to seek medical attention if you're feeling any of these symptoms. Scalp Scrub Taking care of your scalp is just as important as taking care of your skin, so Meagan Pate from STRAAND joins us to explain the best ways to use scalp scrub.
Throwback! Our Fave Beauty Trend Throwbacks
Remember those scrunchies with fake hair on them? Lip Smackers? Those stretchy headbands we had in all different colours? We asked for your input for this segment and you didn't disappoint - we're talking beauty trends from the late 90s-early 2000s.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our FB group today.
Want to listen to
Hannah's Product Recs For Dull Skin, Blind Pimples & More
We all love Hannah's product recommendations on IG so we have brought them to BIQ Uncensored! In this episode: Dull skin due to lack of sleep after having a baby Simplistic skin care routine Blind Pimples Toner for acne prone skin Product Mentions: Alpha-H Liquid Gold asap Starter Kit Viviology Super Six Discovery Set Aspect Starter Kit Aspect Extreme C 20 Aspect Retinol Brulee Medik8 Daily Radiance Vitamin C Medik8 C-Tetra Cream Medik8 C-Tetra Luxe Medik8 Super C Ferulic Medik8 C-Tetra L
Ep 180: Everything We Learnt From Having A Personal Colour Analysis
Breastfeeding
Unless you have been up close when a friend or family member has been breastfeeding, we don't see most women's reality in the first stages. We usually see women breastfeeding comfortably at a cafe or a park but it takes awhile to get to that point. What we don't see is women at home, crying with their shirt completely off with milk coming off one side and a crying baby trying to latch on the other. Sophie Walker is working to change that and educate women.
Sophie Walker is the au
Throwback! Make Sure You Give The Tongue A Good Scrub
Hannah thinks she has a geographical tongue... And no that's not a reference to her romantic exploits in Thailand. Joanna explains the difference between a geographical and a fissured tongue, and Hannah explains why the dentist said she couldn't get her uneven tongue shaved down (hint: you have taste buds).
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has g
JLo's Contour Trick Makes Hannah Looked Snatched
We are back on the JLo bandwagon! JLo did a video for Vogue showing everyone how she does her dewy makeup routine. See the video here.
She does a contour technique that she calls 'light bulb' that we haven't seen before so Hannah thought she would give it a try. You won't believe the final result!
Product Mentions:
MAKE UP FOR EVER Ultra HD Stick Foundation
L'Oreal Paris True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty
Ep 179: The Best Nose (And Voice) In Fragrance Joins Us Once Again
Weird Food Pairings
Sour cream with pancakes, soy sauce and chicken nuggets and peanut butter on block cheese slices! We asked you for your favourite weird food pairing and you delivered. We can’t wait to try some of these pairings!
The Best Nose (And Voice) In Fragrance Joins Us Once Again
The last time we had today's guest on this podcast, our audience absolutely loved their soothing voice and wealth of knowledge, so we'd recommend for those that missed our first chat with him to jump back
Throwback! First Periods
Our cringey convo is all about normalising conversations between women, and first periods is pretty much at the top of the list. Why did we find this time so shameful? What was embarrassing about it? In fairness, some of you did share some pretty traumatic first period stories, and if you thought you'd shat yourself, you're not alone.
Thanks to the audience members who opened themselves up to share these vulnerable stories with us, we really love this community!
Whether you’re on the hunt for
The Best Red Lippies According To A Makeup Connoisseur
Makeup Connoisseur Kristina Rodulfo tells us her vision for her bridal beauty looks, her thoughts on the Australian beauty industry and we find out which red lippies she currently has on rotation.
Kristina Rodulfo is a New York-based writer, editor, beauty expert, and content creator, plus she's the former beauty director for Elle & Women’s Health. Find out more here: https://www.kristinarodulfo.com/ and follow her on IG: @kristinarodulfo
Product Mentions:
CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser 236ml
C
Ep 178: Doctor’s Verdict On Hot Springs
Nipple Care A lot of our friends have newborns so we are hearing a lot of nipple chat. So we thought it was best for our resident GP Dr Lucinda to join us to set the facts straight and educate us on the best way to care for our nipples during breastfeeding. GUEST: Dr Lucinda is a GP based in Sydney. Follow her on IG: @todaywithdrlucia https://www.instagram.com/todaywithdrlucia/?hl=en Benefits Of Hot Springs Everyone loves the hot springs but Dr Marc Cohen tells us what they actually are and w
Throwback! Why Do You Poop More On Your Period?
Resident GP Dr Lucinda not only joins us to chat about why you might have more frequent bowel movements when you're menstruating (which apparently Hannah has never experienced?) but she also shares a very funny Bumble dating story with us that we almost couldn't believe - at least it ended well!
GUEST: Dr Lucinda is a GP based in Sydney. Follow her on IG: @todaywithdrlucia
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to
A Therapist's POV Of Your Brazilian
A reminder that literally no topic is off limits here at Beauty IQ Uncensored! We revisit Brazilians and the anus add on from episode 1 from the therapists point of view!
Jenna from The Beauty Company joins Hannah to find out if Brazillians are just as uncomfortable for the waxer as they are for the customer. Hannah asks all the big questions like: why is the anus a laser add on? and does silence or small talk reduce awkwardness during your treatment? Plus, Jenna tells us some mortifying hair r
Ep 177: Love The Ordinary? This One's For You
Accidentally Using The Wrong Bathroom
Sadaf tells us about her mortifying incident in the men's bathroom in a hotel overseas. Then, Jo asked the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB Group for stories about accidentally using the wrong bathroom, and you didn't disappoint!
Love The Ordinary? This One's For You
Jo & Sadaf were very lucky to explore The O. Lab last week at Deciem headquarters in Toronto, Canada. Jo sat down with DECIEM's Head of Scientific Communication Clare Evans to discuss all of your The
Throwback! Waxing Nightmares
Well, you guys certainly pulled through when it came to your waxing nightmare stories, and had us in stitches!
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our FB group today.
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Hosts: Joanna Fleming & Hannah Furst
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Hannah's Product Recs For Pigmentation, Hot Man Smells & More
We all love Hannah's product recommendations on IG so we have brought them to BIQ Uncensored! In this episode: A pigmentation product that's not retinol? Best mineral makeup? Best hot man smell? Best single all round AM & PM serum, for < $100 each? Best skincare for dry skin no budget? Best moisturiser for uber oily skin? Product Mentions: Aspect Pigment Punch+ Aspect Minerals Liquid Aspect Minerals Powder Lumira Glass Candle - Cuban Tobacco Large BDK Gris Charnel EDP Lumira Cuban
Ep 176: A Surprising Hack For Callus-Free Hands
Reviews
We share some of our favourite product reviews from the Adore Beauty website.
If you have written a funny review we would love to see it! Screenshot it and post it in the Beauty IQ Facebook group.
Hand Care With Yads
One of our favourite Dermal Therapist’s Yads tells us some of the reasons that our skin may dry out, what we can do to ensure that our skin doesn’t dry out and a hack for callus-free hands!
Yad’s Hand Cream Recs:
CeraVe Reparative Hand Cream
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Han
Throwback! Morning Breath
We've all been there, haven't we? Hannah and Jo chat about morning breath and dive into an article from Colgate on preventing morning breath and what actually causes it. Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our FB group today. Want to listen to Beauty IQ Uncensored while you shop? Download the Adore Beauty App today. Hos
Jess Dover's Beauty & Home Styling Hacks
Jessica Dover tells us about her holy grail skincare products, her beauty hacks for busy mums and the best places to go to shop for products to style your home.
Jessica Dover is a mum, model, primary school teacher, influencer, and former House Rules contestant. You can follow Jessica on Instagram at: @jessicadover
Product Mentions:
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Caring Wash Cleanser
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Light Cream
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Fluid
La Roche-Posay Toleriane
Ep 175: Hannah’s Top Tips For Frizzy Hair
What Happens To Your Gut When You Become Vegan or Vegetarian?
Millie Padula explains the difference between a vegan or vegetarian diet, how your gut changes when you switch dietary patterns and how many plants we should be eating every week! And if you want to introduce meat back in your diet, the best way to do that.
Millie Padula is a Dietitian, Nutritionist and self-proclaimed Foodie! Millie is based in Mornington VIC. Follow her on IG: @dietitianedition
Hannah's Top Frizzy Hair Recommendat
Throwback! Thrush
We chat to our resident GP Dr Lucinda about thrush - why does it happen, how do you know if you have it, what should you do if it's persistent and what are the best treatment options?
Dr Lucinda shares a very unexpected home remedy for soothing the symptoms of thrush.
GUEST: Dr Lucinda is a GP based in Sydney. Follow her on IG: @todaywithdrlucia
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo
Oprah Shares Her Mantra On Ageing
Oprah turned 69! Jo and Hannah discuss their thoughts on ageing, how they plan to approach this year and go through Oprah's mantra on ageing which we love!
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our FB group today.
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Hosts: Joanna Flem
Ep 174: Pros & Cons of Going Braless
Why Do I Sweat In My Sleep? Our resident GP Dr Lucinda talks night sweats. There are so many factors at play when it comes to why you can become hotter at night so Dr Lucinda explains when you should be concerned, how menopause may impacts it and she gives us some suggestions on how we can alleviate night sweats. GUEST: Dr Lucinda is a GP based in Sydney. Follow her on IG: @todaywithdrlucia Pros & Cons of Going Braless Do you go completely braless? Are you worried what that might be doin
Throwback! Body Hair, IT'S NORMAL!
We discuss our experiences with body hair, why we've felt ashamed of it at points in our lives, and why it's ok to do whatever you wanna do with your body hair - there's no right or wrong.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our FB group today.
Want to listen to Beauty IQ Uncensored while you shop? Download the Adore Beaut
Q: Does Drinking Water Actually Hydrate Dry Skin?
Dr Michelle Wong a.k.a. Lab Muffin Beauty Science joins Jo to answer the question: Does Drinking Water Actually Hydrate Dry Skin?
Dr Michelle Wong goes through the key differences between oily skins and dry skin on a cellular level, why some of us are more susceptible to dry skin than others and does drinking water actually hydrate dry skin.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo wit
Ep 173: Skincare School Season 2 Is Back!
Our Reaction To Carla Freeman's Mortifying True Story We love @carlafreemancomedy and she didn't disappoint with this poo story! Jo & Hannah react to her TikTok 'The MOST embarrassing TRUE STORY' and then talk about their own similar situations which took their relationships to the next level. Skincare School Season 2 Is Back Dr Michelle Wong explains why she is qualified to be hosting a podcast such as Skincare School, the more advanced topics we cover in Season 2 and Dr Michelle tells
Throwback! We're talking WARTS
We're talking WARTS. As requested by a few listeners, we chatting about warts, and luckily our resident GP Dr Lucinda was able to provide us with all the information. We recommend seeing a GP for individualised medical advice if you are experiencing warts. Dr Lucinda is a GP based in Sydney. Follow her on IG: @todaywithdrlucia Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty
5 Things Ava Matthews Wishes She Knew Before Having A Baby
The 5 things that Ava Matthews wishes she knew before having a baby are less about pregnancy and more about postpartum! From breastfeeding and the lack of sleep to how important your support network is and ways you can prepare for postpartum.
Ava Matthews is a beauty entrepreneur and co-founder of Ultra Violette. Follow her on IG: @avamatthews.Shop Ultra Violette at Adore Beauty here.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just lookin
Ep 172: How To Deal With Chlorine Damaged Hair
Things That Shouldn't Be Embarrassing But Absolutely Are Everyone has a few and they are all so relatable! From reverse parking with friends in the car to pulling out your lunchbox at work, your comments in the FB Group had us laughing, saying "same tbh" How To Deal With Chlorine Damaged Hair For all our swimmers, Monique is here to help you manage your hair after a dip in the pool. Monique let's us know the best ways to protect our hair, the best way to get green tones out of our hair and w
Throwback! We Don't Encourage Ear Candling
On this list of things we don't recommend: Ear candling
Ear wax accumulation is one of the most common otologic conditions seen in primary care; removing ear wax is the most common ears, nose, and throat procedure carried out in the community.
No evidence is available to suggest that ear candles are an effective treatment for any condition.
While we don't recommend trying this at home, at least now we know what ear candling involves!
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to
Bridal Makeup With Annalee Kemsley
Trying to find the perfect makeup look for your wedding? Annalee Kemsley tells us what we should be looking for in a bridal makeup artist and what her must have products are! Don't have a wedding coming up? This episode still has heaps for you including how to get your makeup to last all day and night. Annalee Kemsley is a New Zealand based makeup artist. She specialises in wedding, editorial, special occasion and media makeup. Find out more here: https://www.makeupbyannalee.com/ and follow
Ep 171: My Scalp Got Sunburnt! Now What?
My Scalp Got Sunburnt! Now What?
Dr Cara tells us exactly what sunburn is and the best way to treat it. Once your skin is burnt, the only thing you can do is symptom relief. Dr Cara suggest the different ways to prevent sunburn and tells us the best thing we can do to prevent a sunburnt scalp.
Dr Cara McDonald is a Dermatologist and the Director at Complete Skin Specialists. Find out more about Dr Cara here: https://completeskinspecialists.com.au/ and follow her on IG: https://www.instagram.com
Throwback! How To Get Rid Of Milia
Milia..aka one of our most requested topics.
We did touch on this topic in our last episode of 2019, but we figured since we've had SO many questions about it, that we'd cover it in a whole segment.
The moral of the story is, don't try to extract them yourself!
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our FB group today.
Want t
A Deep Dive On Emily In Paris
So many things this season didn’t add up so Jo & Hannah talk plot holes including the worst Aussie accent we have heard in a long time.
And it wouldn’t be Beauty IQ Uncensored without hearing their thoughts on all the fashion & beauty looks this season including who they thought was the best dressed character.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has
Ep 170: Our Ins & Outs For 2023
Our Ins & Outs For 2023 From not wearing makeup to work and hair gems to travel destinations and food recommendations, Jo and Hannah share their beauty and life Ins & Outs for 2023! The Best Serums For Lightening Sun Spots Dermal Therapist Yads Cauchi lets us know which serums are the best for improving the appearance of sun spots and spots of pigmentation. Yads goes through why it’s important to protect your skin from a young age and gives us her recommendation for working out outdoor
Throwback! Blisters.
We all get 'em, and we're sure you've all got a blister horror story you can tell. We discovered Hannah has the toughest feet ever, Jo doesn't, and a listener recommended the Compeed Blister Stick - it’s a chapstick style product that you swipe on like a lip balm where your shoe is rubbing and stops all blisters apparently!
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB
Q: Does Chocolate Really Cause Breakouts?
Dr Shammi Theesan from ODE Dermatology joins Jo to dissect the age old wivestale that chocolate causes pimples.
Dr Shammi explains how different types of chocolate impact your body differently, what other foods could be causing breakouts and what to do when you feel a breakout coming. Plus, she tells us what type of chocolate should help our acne!
Dr Shammi is the founder of ODE Dermatology. Find out more about ODE Dermatology here: https://odedermatology.com.au/ and follow Dr Shammi on IG: @d
Ep 169: Jo's Tips For Managing Summer Skin
Impacts of Smoking & Vaping on Your Skin
Dr Ryan De Cruz spills the tea on the real impacts smoking and vaping has on our skin, what changes you can expect to see in your skin when you quit, and how to look after your skin when travelling and surrounded by smokers.
Dr Ryan De Cruz is a Specialist Dermatologist and the founder of Southern Dermatology. Find him at https://southern-dermatology.com.au or follow him on IG: @drryan_dermatologist or @southerndermatology_melb
Jo’s Tips for Manag
Throwback! You Found What In Your Bellybutton?
What's the weirdest thing you've ever found in your bellybutton?
Clearly our wider team at Adore Beauty weren't that keen to share their stories, but we discovered all the sh*t in Hannah's childhood memory box, what our belly buttons collect, and why we seem to always find fluff in there.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Joi
Ep 168: 30 Things We’ve Learnt In 30 Years
To ring in the new year, Hannah and Joanna reflect on a laundry list of 30 things they learnt before they turned 30. As always, they give advice on all things lifestyle, dating and of course, beauty.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our FB group today.
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Throwback! SOS! I’ve Got Pash Rash!
Jo had a DM from a listener begging for us to talk about treatments for pash rash. It's come to our attention that a few of you are in isolation in new relationships and looking strikingly similar to Sharon from Kath & Kim.
Never fear - we're here to help and offer our best advice.
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Our Holiday Gift To You!
Happy Holidays! We wanted to say thanks for supporting us, we love you.The code shared in this episode (BIQGIFT) is valid from the 28th of December 2022- 30 December 2022.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our FB group today.
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Ep 167: Top Products Of 2022
Hannah & Sadaf round up your favourite products of 2022! We have gone to our brand managers to find the top selling products of 2022:
Skincare: SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Serum - 30ml
Need to know more? Read more about SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Serum.
Makeup: IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ SPF 50
Need to know more? Read more about IT Cosmetics Foundation.
Hair: K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask 50ml
Need to know more? Read the review Sadaf mentions: ‘This New K18 Treatment Tran
Throwback! Ingrown Hairs
Jo asked her ex-colleague, cosmetic nurse Kristie Phillips to shed some light on ingrown hairs: how to treat them, what causes them and why laser hair removal is a game-changer. Remember, don't put AHAs on your labia - and if your ingrown hairs don't resolve on their own, see a dermatologist. Join the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB group to share beauty tips, chat about the podcast and share your own cringey stories: https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/ Hosts: Joanna Fleming & Hanna
Our Fave PWDKWN From 2022
We go through our top PWDKWN's of 2022- the one's we absolutely didn't know we needed! Here are the PWDKWN from this ep:Jo's PWDKWN: Viviology Ceramide Moisturiser Tan-Luxe Super Glow Serum HUDA Beauty Cheeky Tint Blush Stick - Coral Cutie La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Serum Hannah's PWDKWN: Viviology Ceramide Moisturiser Tan-Luxe The Face Anastasia Beverly Hills Sun Dipped Glow Kit Jo Loves Jo by Jo Loves A Fragrance Paintbrush Keep an eye out in the FB group for the list of all PWDKWN fr
Ep 166: Are At-Home LED Devices Worth It?
White Lotus Spoilers! Plus, our resident GP Dr Lucinda tells us what *actually* causes the BO smell and we find out if at-home LED Devices are really worth it!
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
What *actually* causes the BO smell?
Have you had laser on your armpits and notice more BO? Our resident GP Dr Lucinda ex
Throwback! Smelly Feet
Our fave podiatrist, Sarah, gave us some insight into smelly feet, plus some awesome tips on how to prevent smelly feet from occurring in the first place, like leaving your shoes out in the sun to kill bacteria, using anti-fungal washing detergent, and wearing cotton and wool fibres.
Whether you’re on the hunt for skincare advice, wanting to share your best beauty tips, or are just looking for someone to indulge in a cringey convo with, the Beauty IQ FB Community has got ya covered! Join our F
Our Thoughts On Hailey Bieber's Make-Up Routine
A deep dive into rhode skin by Hailey Bieber.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
We talk Hailey Bieber's glow up and the distinct style she has in her beauty approach that we can see in the Vouge Beauty Secrets. Plus, you will never believe how many people are on the waitlist for the 3 rhode skin products!
Prod
Ep 165: Why You Can't Fake Tan Before Your Laser Appt
Everything you need to know about laser hair removal…and the mites that have sex on your face while you sleep. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Friendly FYI, Mites Are Having Sex on Your Face Hannah takes one for the team this week and goes on a deep dive into the demodex mite – yep, the creatures responsible fo
Throwback! We’ve Got Facial Hair
Hannah discusses all the things she's learning about having facial hair (and getting it lasered off), and discovers there's a silver lining to every story.
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Hosts: Joanna Fleming & Hannah Furst
Guest: Jenna, owner of The Beauty Company
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Luisa Dal Din Shares Her Rules For Spooning
Luisa Dal Din tells us her dating icks and her rules for spooning. Do you agree?
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Luisa gives Hannah advice on how to get started on TikTok, the random things that shouldn't give her the ick but do, and what do you do when your dating someone new and they need to do a poo. Listen t
Ep 164: A Whole Make-Up Kit For Under $150
Kate Hudson’s brow technique, an unbelievable story from Embarrassing Bodies Down Under GP and Jo & Hannah create a whole make-up kit for under $150. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Embarrassing Bodies Down Under We are so excited to be talking to Dr Brad McKay from the TV show Embarrassing Bodies Down Under
Throwback! Eye Stories That Will Make You Squirm
Look away now if eyes make you squirm!
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Special guest Megan joins us for our cringey convo to discuss our gross eye stories (warning: they might make your skin crawl!). Hannah shares a rather strange childhood story that led to her winding up in the Eye & Ear Hospital.
Join the B
Deni Todorovič On This Season's Must-Have Colour For Your Wardrobe
An iconic collaboration with Magnum Ice Cream and the must-have colour for your wardrobe this season. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. We chat to celeb stylist and fashion royalty, Deni Todorovic on all things self confidence, starting out in the fashion industry, the best summer scents & colour to add to you
Ep 163: The One Beauty Product We All Can't Live Without
Our resident GP Dr Lucinda prepares us for our summer travel plans and we hear what is the one beauty product you could never live without. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Motion Sickness With summer holidays being right around the corner, our resident GP Dr Lucinda gives us the lowdown on motion sickness so we
Throwback! The Weird Sh*t Your Family Does
Jo & Hannah talk about the weird sh*t their family does.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Sitting down in the shower, plucking your chin hairs on the couch, wearing panty liners every day, farting in the laundry... Every family has their own beauty quirks!
Join the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB group to share b
Q: Do You Really Have To Wait 20 Mins After SPF To Go Outside?
Hannah English joins Jo to answer the question: Do you really need to wait 20 minutes after applying sunscreen or can I sunscreen and go? Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Hannah English talks about her book ‘Your Best Skin’, tells us what common mistakes Aussies make with sunscreen and explains why you should not use
Ep 162: Getting To Know Your Skin
James Vivian explains how to get better acquainted with your skin, plus, we hear all your awkward 'meeting the parents' stories.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Awkward In-LawsHannah asked the audience to share their awkward encounters with their in-laws and as usual, you guys didn't disappoint.
How Do You Get To Kn
Throwback! Nose Hair
Jo surprises Hannah with a treatment that we record on air.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Jo surprises Hannah with a treatment that we record on air.
Watch the video on TikTok here.
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Melissa Mason On Fertility, Big Age Gaps & Curly Hair Hacks
Melissa Mason tells Hannah about her journey with fertility testing, and it wouldn't be a beauty podcast if she didn't tell us how she maintains her curls.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Journalist Melissa Mason talks about dealing with curly hair in a humid climate, fertility testing and how early she had the
Ep 161: What It's Like To Have An STI
Adore Beauty staffer Gerard Richardson talks about his experience with STIs, plus, our resident MUA Megan talks eyeshadow.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
STIs
When the topic of STIs came up over a Zoom call, Gerard very generously offered to come on the podcast to discuss his experience with STIs.
Should your
Throwback! Belly Button Piercing Gunk
In this 2019 cringey convo, Hannah tried to tell Joanna a story about her belly button piercing gunk to gross her out... But guess what? Joanna gets the gunk too!
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Jo & Hannah discuss how they clean our belly button gunk, how to deal with an infected piercing and why you shoul
Maddie Edwards On Eczema, Acne & Unsolicited Skincare Advice
Maddie Edwards talks eczema, dealing with unsolicited advice online and her celeb hall passes.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Digital Creator and Beauty Therapist Maddie Edwards shares why she started sharing raw images the realities of acne and eczema on IG, how she manages her eczema and who's responsible for ste
Ep 160: Let's Talk About Dermaplaning
Adore Beauty’s Senior Editor Amy joins us to talk dermaplaning a.k.a. shaving your face, plus, our FB Community let us know what is the most expensive beauty product that they have used. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Dermaplaning Adore Beauty’s Senior Editor Amy gives us her honest opinion of dermaplaning, how
Throwback! Getting Rid Of Earwax
This cringey convo happened ahead of Jo and Hannah actually going to get their earwax suctioned out, stay tuned for a Throwback on that one.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
In this episode, Hannah's describes her trip to the doctor to get her earwax flushed out, and provides cleaning advice for your Airpods tha
Q: Can Your Perfume Age You?
Dr Shammi from ODE Dermatology joins Jo to answer the question: Can fragrance age you?
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Dr Shammi explains how fragrance can age us, the places we should be spraying perfume and also how home fragrances can impact our skin.
Dr Shammi is the founder of ODE Dermatology. Find out mo
Ep 159: Revisiting The Basics Of Skincare Layering
Dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald talks scar removal plus, Jo tells us how we should be layering our skincare.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Scar Removal
Dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald defines the different types of scarring, the treatments she recommends, and the expectations you should have prior to treatment.
Throwback! How To Hide Bathroom Smells
In this 2019 cringey convo, the girls share strategies for going on a holiday with your partner for the first time, and how to conceal the odour of "excrement" as Jo describes it.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
We share our personal strategies for going on a holiday with your partner with the first time. Our pr
Dom & Ella Chat MAFS Beauty Secrets, Fave Prods & Made In Chelsea
MAFS Dom & Ella talk about their podcast Sit With Us, their iconic beauty looks on MAFs and we get the goss from Ella’s appearance on Made In Chelsea. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. MAFS Alumni Domenica Calarco and Ella Ding talk oily skin product recommendations, their top 3 (or 5) beauty products, and we
Ep 158: How To Take Care Of Your Skin & Nails During Cancer Treatment
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month so we are speaking to Dr Katherine Armour from Bespoke Skin Technology about what skincare you can use when undergoing chemotherapy. Plus, we speak to Dr Lucinda on period pain.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Period Pain
Our resident GP Dr Lucinda tells us what exactly h
Throwback! Our Honest Verdict On Period Undies
This cringey convo covering period undies is from a very early episode in 2019. Hannah shares one of her quirky hygiene habits, and the girls discuss their personal experience with Modibodi period undies.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
We bought period undies (full price, mind you) to give our honest verdict on
Jennifer Aniston's Esthetician Shares How She Discovered LED Light Therapy
“Respect, support & protect your skin” is Joanna Czech’s philosophy on skincare, oh, and toners. Those are important according to this celeb beauty guru. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Celebrity esthetician Joanna Czech joins Sadaf to find out what it was like meeting Anna Wintour, her thoughts on celebrity
Ep 157: The Biggest Misconceptions About Chemical Peels
Products you wish your sneaky link/love interest hadn’t spotted, plus, Dermal Clinician Elise Birchall joins us to talk chemical peels.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Products You Wish They Hadn’t Seen
A post in the Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook group inspired this Cringey Convo. Hannah asked on Instagram which
Throwback! Our First Ever Cringey Convo...The Add-On
Throwback to our very first episode in September 2019 - boy, has time flown!
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Literally no topic is off limits here at Beauty IQ Uncensored. So for our very first segment, which we like to call our “cringey convo”, we are talking about all things hair removal. Hair removal is reall
TikToker Hannah West Relives A Mortifying Fart Incident
Hannah West joins our Hannah to talk about one of the most embarrassing stories of her life so far.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
TikTok creator Hannah West relives the moment a new sneaky link heard her late-night fart ricochet off his hardwood floors, and tells Hannah at what stage you should fart in front o
Ep 156: We Tried The Huda Beauty Range & Here's What We Thought
Hannah explains why it's scientifically logical to like the smell of your boyfriend after the gym, plus, Jo & Hannah review Huda Beauty.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Why Do I Like The Smell Of My Boyfriend After The Gym?
Do you like to sniff your partners armpits after a workout or are we just freaks? Hannah
Q: Does Cutting Your Hair Make It Grow Faster?
Our resident Trichologist Kay Fitzgerald joins Jo to answer the question: Does cutting your hair make it grow faster? Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Trichologist Kay Fitzgerald explains how much hair grows a month, how often we should be trimming our hair and if there are actually any ways to speed up hair grow
Ep 155: Why Aren’t My Skincare Products Working?
Hannah investigates hickies aka lovebites via WikiHow, plus Yads Cauchi joins us to explain why your skincare products may not be working.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Love Bites/Hickies
Hannah deep-dived into WikiHow on how to give a love bite a.k.a. hickey and we hear the best (or worst) love bite excuses as
Flex Mami Shares A Time-Saving Hair Hack & Some Sage Life Advice
Flex Mami shares the secrets of her signature Flex tonal orange makeup look and other beauty hacks.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Sadaf and Flex chat about how she does her tonal orange makeup look, her best beauty hacks, how to know if you're a frog or a rat (IYKYK) and Flex shares some beauty faves she's loving
Ep 154: The Best Concealers For Dark Circles According To A Beauty Writer
Hannah tells us about her recent ice bath experience and Sadaf lets us know what are the best concealers for dark circles.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Ice Baths
We hear about Hannah’s recent experiences with ice baths in Thailand, how cold the water really is, the benefits of ice baths and what they actually d
A Dermal Therapist Dissects Kim K's Skincare Line
Dermal Therapist Yads Cauchi joins Hannah to talk SKKN BY KIM.
Adore Beauty acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Yads loves posting celebrity skincare product reviews on her TikTok, so she was the perfect guest for this episode! Hannah and Yads go through the entire line, the pros and cons of the ingredients included, and which produ
Ep 153: Our Boyfriend’s Skincare Routines
Our resident GP Dr Lucinda talks lactose intolerance and Hannah and Jo share what’s in their boyfriend’s skincare routines.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Lactose Intolerance
We sit in on Hannah’s personal doctor’s appointment with our resident GP Dr Lucinda who talks us through lactose intolerance, when it can dev
Would You Let Your Housemate Use Your Beauty Products?
Warning: the contents of this episode is graphic, often poo-related and hilarious so it might not be suitable for work, or to have playing in the car at school pick-up.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Marty and Nat from the Housewarming podcast talk sharehouse etiquette, cringey housemate stories and whether they sh
Ep 152: Top Tips For Hooded Eye Makeup
Hannah does a deep dive into chafing & crotch sweating, plus, makeup artist Megan gives us makeup tips for hooded eyes.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Chafing & Sweating Down ThereInner thigh chafing gets a lot of attention but Hannah has done a deep dive into vaginal/vulva chafing and crotch sweating. Hannah gives
Skincare Queen Caroline Hirons Is Back!
Caroline Hirons tells us about her new app Skin Rocks, meeting Selena Gomez and gives Jo advice on how to get rid of a blind pimple.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
The Queen of Skincare, Caroline Hirons, joins Joanna to discuss her new app Skin Rocks, the success of her book Skincare: The New Edit and the new
Ep 151: These Toothbrush Stories Might Make You Gag
Hannah tells us how often you should change your toothbrush, plus, we cover how you can create a healthy habit. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. How Often Should You Change Your Toothbrush Hannah has done heaps of research to find out how often you should change your toothbrush and we find out if our Beauty IQ Co
Gemma Watts Shares Her Holy Grail Products
Gemma Watts shares her holy grail products and lets us know how she style's her bouncy hair. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Sadaf and Gemma Watts chat about building self-confidence and “backing yourself”, their holy grail products and how Gemma styles her gorgeous, bouncy hair (yes, she drops her routine step by s
Ep 150: Don't Believe Everything You See On The Internet
Our audience tell us their cringey first kiss stories, plus, Michelle Wong from Lab Muffin Beauty Science tells us how she tackles misinformation on her social platforms.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
First Kiss Stories
Who remembers Blue Light Disco? We asked our Facebook Group and IG audience for their cri
Q: Should I Exfoliate My Sensitive Skin?
Tegan Mac from TEGANMAC.SKIN joins Jo to answer the question: Should I exfoliate my sensitive skin? Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Skin Therapist Tegan Mac from TEGANMAC.SKIN explains the different types of sensitive skin, what exfoliating actually means, what to do if your skin freaks out after exfoliating. Also
Ep 149: What's In Our "No Makeup" Makeup Kits
Hannah and Jo discuss how uncomfortable g-strings are, plus, we find out which makeup products make the shortlist in Jo and Hannah's "no makeup" makeup kits.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
G-Strings
The girls share why they can't deal with g-strings, why Hannah's mum Linda (aka g-banger) swears by them and which
Hannah Road-Tested Yoni Steaming So You Don't Have To
Influenced by reality TV, Hannah tried Yoni Steaming so you don't have to. No really, we don't suggest trying this at home. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. After seeing Kourtney Kardashian try Yoni Steaming in an episode of The Kardashians, Hannah took one for the team and tried it so you didn’t have to. As you'll h
Ep 148: How To Find A Dermal Therapist
Talking styes with GP Dr Lucinda and Jo tells how to find a dermal therapist in your area.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
What Is A Stye?
In true fashion, our resident GP Dr Lucinda is back on the podcast to tackle this topic. Dr Lucinda explains what a stye is, why we get them and how we should treat them.
Find D
Ryan Jon's Cringey Story Takes A Horrifying Turn
Toni Lodge and Ryan Jon from the Toni and Ryan Podcast join Hannah Furst for a Cringey Convo! You could never guess what comes next in their cringey stories!
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Toni & Ryan talk about their cringey moments, the best (or worst) pick up lines and the ways you can wash yourself with a cake
Ep 147: A Hairdresser Tells Us How To Reduce Heat Damage
Beauty IQ Uncensored investigates how much pee is in the average pool, and how to protect your hair against heat tools.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Are Pools Full of Pee?
At best, this is a fact of life that we fear, and at worst, something we actively contribute to. Hannah enlightens Jo on the unfortunate figu
Q: Why Is My Skin Always Great After Spending Time In The Ocean?
Beauty Editor Joanna Fleming is joined by Hannah Furst to answer the question: Why Is My Skin Always Great After Spending Time In The Ocean?
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Joanna & Hannah explain how your skin can react to the ocean, what seawater is made up of and what they pack in their beach bags.
If you
Ep 146: Does Price Always Indicate Quality?
Beauty IQ Uncensored discusses taking care of your skin during long flights, and what goes into the pricing of a beauty product.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
How To Prevent The Dryness and Puffiness When Flying
There is no better expert than Hannah when it comes to maintaining your skin health while travelling.
Roj Torabi Talks School Bullies, Skinfluencing & Her Dad's Fave Prods
Welcome Sadaf Razi to the Beauty IQ Uncensored Team! Sadaf Razi is a former fashion editor and stylist-turned digital beauty and lifestyle writer. Follow her on IG: @sadafr Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Sadaf asks Roj how her love for beauty started, Roj shares her mums advice about online content and we hear he
Ep 145: 5 Things That Could Be Making Your Skin Dull
Beauty IQ Uncensored introduces our newest member, Sadaf Razi and discusses the factors that contribute to skin dullness.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Sadaf's Cringey Convos
Welcome Sadaf Razi to the Beauty IQ Uncensored Team! Sadaf Razi is a former fashion editor and stylist-turned digital beauty and lifestyle w
A Dermal Therapist Explains How JLo Looks So Youthful
Yads Cauchi joins Joanna & Hannah to discuss how JLo looks so young. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Yads loves posting Celebrity Skincare Product Reviews on her TikTok so she was the perfect guest for this episode! We discuss JLo’s skin care line, JLo's healthy lifestyle and what we think of her new engagement
Ep 144: The Skincare Ingredients You'll Find In Your Hair Products
Beauty IQ Uncensored discusses post covid hair loss and the skincare ingredients you might find in your haircare products.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Post Covid Hair loss
Trichologist Kay Fitzgerald joins us to discuss the anecdotal insights she has received about suffering hair loss after covid. We also talk a
Cringy Convo: Luke Cook Returns For More Poo Chat
Actor Luke Cook joined Beauty IQ Uncensored from L.A. for a Cringey Convo.Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.Luke gives Joanna & Hannah relationship advice, weighs in on how much toilet paper you should use, tips on using a squatty potty and tells us about how Elvis Presley died. Luke Cook is known for his role as L
Ep 143: Jo's Tips For Managing Dry Winter Skin
Beauty IQ Uncensored learn what to do after accidentally burning ourselves, and how look after our skin during winter.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
What to do when you have burnt yourself on a hot tool? with Dr Lucinda
If you're like us, you may have been unlucky enough to accidentally burn yourself once or twic
Q: Does Sleeping On Your Side Really Cause Wrinkles?
Beauty Editor Joanna Fleming is joined by Hannah Furst to answer the question: Does Sleeping On Your Side Really Cause Wrinkles?Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.Joanna & Hannah debunk whether sleep wrinkles are a thing, how to prevent them, and what to do if your cleavage is causing them. If you have any other que
Ep 142: How To Use A Face Oil In Your Skincare Routine
Beauty IQ Uncensored get our Aura Portrait’s read and find out everything there is to know about Face Oils.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Aura Portrait Reading
That's right, we're getting out Auras read. We travel to The Soul Alchemist to discuss with Sharon Tal what an Aura is, what it means to have it read, and
The Low Down On The Pill: Endocrinologist Dr Izzy Smith
These episodes will cover content with experts in their field on the topic of oral contraceptives which are prescribed medications. This content is general information only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Eld
Ep 141: Should You Cut Your Hair To Suit Your Face Shape?
The Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Community sent us their Wedding Disaster Stories and we find out if you need a certain face shape to pull off certain hair styles.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Beauty Wedding Disaster Stories
Although we've temporarily given up on the idea of having our own weddings, that doesn'
The Low Down On The Pill: Naturopath Stephanie Gobbo
These episodes will cover content with experts in their field on the topic of oral contraceptives which are prescribed medications. This content is general information only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to El
Ep 140: Do Collagen Supplements Actually Do Anything?
Hannah schools us on how to stay clean when there is no shower and we find out if Collagen Supplements actually do anything?
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
How To Stay Clean When There Is No Shower?
Hannah schools Jo on her method of staying clean when there is no shower available (an extremely on brand topic for H
The Low Down On The Pill: Dermatologist Dr Ryan De Cruz
These episodes will cover content with experts in their field on the topic of oral contraceptives which are prescribed medications. This content is general information only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to El
Ep 139: The Products We've Been Repurchasing
Find out what to do when you have a black toenail and which products Joanna & Hannah always repurchase.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
What to do when you get a black toenail?
The state of Hannah's toenail has been deteriorating, so we're lucky to be joined by Dr Sam Abdel Malek to discuss all things black toenail
The Low Down On The Pill: GP Dr Prasanthi Purusothaman
These episodes will cover content with experts in their field on the topic of oral contraceptives which are prescribed medications. This content is general information only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Always seek the guidance of your doctor with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to El
Ep 138: How To Clean Your Hair Brush
Beauty IQ Uncensored's red flags for choosing a makeup artist and we find out how to clean a hairbrush correctly. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Red flags when choosing a hairdresser/makeup artist/nail tech Our team member Megan Miloshis (who is also a professional makeup artist) joins us to discuss the the red fl
Ep 137: The Facial We Didn't Know We Needed
Would you try this Bee Venom Facial or Buccal Fusion Facial?
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
WTF is a Bee Venom Facial? With April Brodie
Jo was recently treated to April's signature bee venom facial which made her like she "died and went to heaven". April walks us through its steps and benefits of bee venom therap
Ep 136: Jo's (Painful) Shortcut To Glowing, Baby-Like Skin
Beauty trends that were popular when my mum was 30 and Jo tried a painful facial for you.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Linda discusses beauty trends from her 30s
Hannah's mum (and Beauty IQ Uncensored icon) Linda joins us to discuss the beauty trends from when she was our age.
You can listen to more of Hannah a
Ep 135: Everything You Need To Know About Rosacea
GP Dr Lucinda talks Squatty Potty and Dr Cara McDonald tells us all about rosacea.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Does The Squatty Potty Actually Work?
In true fashion, our resident GP Dr Lucinda is back on the podcast to tackle this topic. Along with discussing the specifics of the squatty potty, Dr Lucinda also
Ep 134: Jared Leto's Hair Stylist Lets Us In On His Secrets
Take care of your red and sensitive nose this winter and Celebrity Hair Stylist, Larry King joins us from the UK. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. What Products Help A Red & Runny Nose The rubbing and friction from blowing your nose can disrupt your skin's barrier, which is something we all want to avoid happeni
Ep 133: Does Your Dog Need Skincare Too?
Harrison Kefford tells us about living with Crohn's Disease and we find out if you need to worry about skincare for your dog.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.Living With Crohn's Disease
You might’ve seen Harrison Kefford on TikTok before; he lives with some chronic health conditions, including Crohn’s disease so he’
Ep 132: Why Do Our Elbows And Knees Get So Dry?
Beauty IQ Uncensored talks Body Dryness and K-Beauty!
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Parts Of Our Body That Are Subjected To Dryness
Dr Leona Yip returns to the podcast to chat about why certain parts of our body are dryer than others.
You can learn more about Dr Leona Yip here: https://www.skinpartners.com.au/dr
Ep 131: Spray Tanning & Teeth Whitening For The Gold Coast
Matthew gets a spray tan and Beauty IQ Uncensored visit HiSmile HQ.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Matthew Gets A Spray Tan
For the sake of podcast content, our producer Matthew gets a spray tan from Joanna. Joined by fellow Mr Beauty IQ co-host, Eddie Gates, the three discuss Matt and Jo’s upcoming trip to the G
Ep 130: Exactly What Ceramides Do For Your Skin
Beauty IQ Uncensored talk Period Syncing and Ceramides!
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Period Syncing With Our Resident GP, Dr Lucinda
Isn't it crazy how little we were taught about our period cycles in school?! Our resident GP Dr Lucinda joins us to bust some myths about period syncing, what can affect our cycles
Beauty IQ Uncensored Goes LIVE (again)!
Thank you to everyone who (virtually) attended our live recording this March!Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
We got to hear your cringiest stories, quizzes were had, and lots and lots of prizes were given away. We were also joined by our favourite dermal therapist, James Vivian, to demonstrate an at home facial AND.
Ep 128: Professional Volume Hacks For Fine, Flat Hair
The Beauty IQ Uncensored Community tells us what they have accidentally eaten and Celebrity Hair Stylist, Natalie Anne talks Volume Hacks.
Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.What have you accidentally eaten or swallowed?
Following on from last week's story of Hannah accidentally drinking micellar water, we put it to you
Ep 127: How To Deal With Blind Pimples
We have another LIVE virtual show coming up! Deets and tix are here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/beauty-iq-uncensored-virtual-live-event-tickets-292877403197?aff=erelexpmltAdore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Blind Pimples
One of our favourite Dermal Therapists, James Vivian, joins us to chat all things blind pimples
Ep 126: An Interview With A Reformed Nail Biter
Beauty IQ Uncensored talk Nail Biting and Pigmentation in hot climates. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Nail Biting Adore Beauty's Senior Editor (and reformed nail biter) Amy Clark joins us to tell us exactly how she kicked the habit. Check out Amy's YouTube video detailing her journey here: https://www.youtube.co
Introducing: Makeup School
New podcast alert!Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Whether your daily makeup routine is in need of a brush up, or you’re going full glam, Makeup School is now in session. Join Adore Beauty’s Head of Campaign & Strategy Shanthi Murugan and global makeup artist Ross Andrewartha, as they guide you through each step of a
Ep 125: Do You Sleep Naked Or Clothed?
Beauty IQ Uncensored talks Sleeping Naked and Dissolving Lip Filler. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. The Pros & Cons Of Sleeping Naked Are you team clothed or naked when it comes to sleeping? We’re joined yet again by our resident GP, Dr Lucinda to discuss the reasons as to why you may want to unclothe before ju
Ep 124: Wondering How To Create A Bouncy Blow Wave?
Beauty IQ Uncensored talks Thrush and how to create a bouncy blow waveAdore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Thrush Dr Raelia Lew returns to the podcast to tell us all about thrush - what is it? What are the long term effects? What can we do about it? This interview is actually great timing for both of us...we'll leave you
Ep 123: Our Updated Haircare Routines
We have a Facebook Group! Join the Beauty IQ Uncensored FB group to share beauty tips, chat about the podcast and share your own cringey stories: https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Bidets or Toilet Paper?
Hannah has been experiencing the magic of bidets while in Thailand
Ep 122: The Skincare Products Hannah Has Travelled With
Beauty IQ Uncensored talks the 'Kiss My Fat Ass' Movement and Skincare you should travel with.Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Amy Sheppard's "Kiss My Fat Ass" Movement You may know Amy as the front woman of the chart topping band from Brisbane, Sheppard. You may ALSO know her from her advocacy for body positivity o
Ep 121: Does The City You Live In Affect Your Skin?
Beauty IQ Uncensored explores how your environment can impact your skin.Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Hannah's BACK! + Panty Liner Story
Not much more of a description is necessary here. Hannah is back on the pod to tell us her panty liner troubles from Thailand...what more could we want?
Environmental Factors On
Ep 120: Makeup Tips For Your Wedding Day
Beauty IQ Uncensored talk Sun Exposure Myths and Bridal Makeup 101.Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Sun Exposure Myths
Dr Shyamalar Gunatheesan, Founding Dermatologist at ODE Dermatology, joins us to bust some classic myths about sun exposure safety. Does tanning protect us from future burning? Is sun baking safe if
Ep 119: How To Safely And Effectively Use Acids In Your Routine
The Beauty IQ Uncensored team react to your ghost stories and talk acids.Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Reacting To Your Ghost Stories
While Hannah is away in Thailand, we're keeping things rogue over here at Beauty IQ Uncensored. Last week, we asked you to send in your creepiest ghost stories and like always, you
Ep 118: What You Need To Know When Choosing The Right Face Mask
Jordan Hendey talks about his journey with Eczema and the Beauty IQ Uncensored team talk face masks.Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded.
Jordan Hendey’s Journey With Eczema
Joanna found Jordan Hendey’s account on TikTok (@ctrl.skin) and knew that we had to get him on the podcast ASAP. Jordan is currently battling withdr
Ep 117: How To Prevent Ingrown Toenails
Beauty IQ Uncensored talk ingrown toenails and we try and fix Producer Matthew's skincare routine. Adore Beauty Acknowledges First Nations People as the Traditional Owners across the lands and waters of Australia. We recognise and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future, whose lands were never ceded. Ingrown Toenails We're joined by podiatrist Sarah Plummer to discuss the causes, treatments and prevention methods of ingrown toenails. You can learn more about Sarah Plummer here: https
Holiday Special: Skincare Through The Ages With Matt & Eddie
While Joanna and Hannah are away for the holidays, podcast producer Matt and video editor Eddie are bringing you this educational (sort of) episode on the history of beauty.
What was used for skincare in ancient Egypt? The Medieval era? The Renaissance times? Matt and Eddie kind of answer those questions and much more.
Listen to Matt and Eddie's men's skincare series, Mr Beauty IQ here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/beauty-iq-uncensored/id1478211900?i=1000524700891
Regular scheduled prog
Best Of 2021: Dating, Cringey Convos and Painful Treatments
Here are our favourite, funniest (and most disgusting?) moments from the podcast this year! Thank you all for listening to and supporting our show during 2021, we know that it hasn't exactly been the easiest of years, but we can't wait to get back into all of the beauty (and dating) chat next year.
If you wanna go back and listen to the full episodes these segments were pulled from, here's the list of them below:
Luke Cook On Bum Wiping, Belly Buttons & Body Hair
Ep 99: Smells We're E
Ep 116: Our Favourite Products From 2021
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Psychic Readings with Hannah Purdon
OG listeners will know that we have a spiritual side, so what better way to wrap our year than to have our live readings done? Psychic and Reiki Master Hannah Purdon joins us to give us an insight into the future of our careers, living locations, and of course, relationships.
Find out more about Hannah Purdon here: https://ha
Ep 115: Beauty IQ Uncensored Goes To Sydney!
On this episode, Jo and Hannah (and producer Matthew) take a trip to Sydney for the Australian Podcast Awards! We take you through our pre-event hair and makeup routines, our post-awards debrief, and Matthew's fear of flying.
Hosts: Joanna Fleming & Hannah Furst & Matthew Tankard
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Ep 114: The Secrets Behind Cosmetic Manufacturing
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Backhanded Beauty Compliments
Intentional or not, we've all received them. Today we react to the most passive aggressive, downright rude backhanded beauty compliments that you've ever heard.
Cosmetic Formulation with Rohan Widdison
Rohan Widdison is the CEO of New Laboratories and has 34 years of experience in cosmetics manufacturing, formulation & distribution
Ep 113: Sharing More Of Your Cringey Convos
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
Beauty IQ Uncensored is nominated for Best Branded Podcast in this year's Australian Podcast Awards! Show your support for the show by voting for us in the Listener's Choice Awards here: https://australianpodcastawards.com/vote
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
More Cringey Convos From Our Live Guests
There were so many cringey convo submissions from our live audience guests that we couldn't fit
Ep 112: How To Treat Keratosis Pilaris
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
Beauty IQ Uncensored is nominated for Best Branded Podcast in this year's Australian Podcast Awards! Show your support for the show by voting for us in the Listener's Choice Awards here: https://australianpodcastawards.com/vote
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Beauty Tips for Heading Out Again
In Victoria, we have recently left our lockdown hibernation and are re-entering into society. We thoug
Ep 111: A Guide To Finding Your Perfect Moisturiser
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
Beauty IQ Uncensored is nominated for Best Branded Podcast in this year's Australian Podcast Awards! Show your support for the show by voting for us in the Listener's Choice Awards here: https://australianpodcastawards.com/vote
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Labour with Jo's Mum
Today we're joined by Rose Fleming, a midwife of almost 49 years to discuss all things going through la
Ep 110: Blending Beauty and True Crime with Bailey Sarian
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Prepping For A First Kiss
We breakdown the do's and don'ts of preparing for a first kiss. What foods to avoid? What drinks are a no-go? And, our PWDKWN...breath mint edition.
Murder, Mystery and Makeup With Bailey Sarian
Bailey Sarian is a true crime storyteller, makeup artist and podcast host. In 2019, Bailey kicked off her wildly popular youtube series Murder
Ep 109: Beauty IQ Uncensored Goes LIVE!
Thank you to everyone who (virtually) attended our first ever live recording of the podcast!
Prizes were given away, we got to hear your cringiest stories, and two loyal listeners went head-to-head on who knows more about Beauty IQ. We also discussed our favourite memories from the podcast, did a live a demonstration of our PWDKWN's and of course, we were joined by our resident GP Dr Lucinda to discuss her cringiest moments as a GP.
PWDKWN:
Jo: Glasshouse MIDNIGHT IN MILAN EDP
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Ep 108: Jo Malone CBE on Her Lifelong Relationship With Fragrance
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Beauty trends on Tiktok
The first half of 2021 saw a 9100% increase in online searches for “TikTok skincare”, proving that “skinfluencers” are now one of the largest online resources for skincare advice and recommendations. We have mixed feelings about this. We're joined by Adore Beauty's Senior Editor, Amy Clark to discuss the good, bad and the ugly beauty tren
Ep 107: The Science Behind SPF
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Besties Quiz
It's the Battle of the Besties this week on Beauty IQ Uncensored. In Jo's corner, we have her housemate and lifelong best friend, Hattie. In Hannah's corner, best friend and travel buddy, Steph. Our producer Matthew takes the reins as Quizmaster, as Hattie and Steph battle it out on their knowledge of the podcast, skincare, and of course, their best
Ep 106: The Formula To Getting Glowing Skin
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Jana Pittman Olympian, doctor, mother and SAS contestant (!?) Jana Pittman joins us for our cringey convo. Jana has recently been widely celebrated for her open and honest depiction on life post-childbirth, and the different ways in which it can affect our bodies. We chat all things pelvic floors, career changes, and how on earth Jana was able to com
Ep 105: Everything You'll Find In Our Makeup Bags
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Head Lice and Nits
We discovered Sherrii Richardson on TikTok, where she has over half a million followers watching her head lice removal videos. Jo is (obviously) one of these followers, so we were so excited to have Sherrii come on to the podcast to discuss all things lice removal and prevention.
You can follow Sherrii's TikTok here: ht
Ep 104: What Does "Cosmeceutical" Actually Mean?
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Managing the Corona Coaster - One Year On
Last year we spoke with Dr Aileen Alegado about the tips and tricks of managing our mental health during Covid-19. A year on and...not much has changed. Dr Aileen joins us once again for an update on self-care in the times of Corona. What have we learned? How have we changed? And what are the most effective ways Dr Ailee
Ep 103: Professional Product Picks For Oily Roots & Dry Ends
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Foot Etiquette
This seems to be a very contentious topic with our listeners. What is the etiquette when it comes to feet and dating? How long (if at all) do you have to wait until you can rest your exposed feet on someone's lap? Is it something that needs to be discussed first? We go through these questions PLUS your cringiest feet stories.
Oily Roots and Dry
Ep 102: Choosing The Right Cleanser For Your Skin Type
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Hot Flushes To discuss hot flushes, we're joined by two very special guests of the show. None other, than our resident GP Dr Lucinda, and * drumroll *... Linda! (Hannah's mum). Linda talks us through what it's like to experience hot flushes, and Dr Lucinda breaks down the facts for us. Follow Dr Lucinda here: https://www.instagram.com/todaywith
Ep 101: Katie Jane Hughes Shares Her Best Beauty Tips
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Your Biggest Beauty Mistakes:
Beauty is a learning process, so don't be surprised if you're familiar with a few of these mishaps. We go through your submissions of your all-time biggest beauty mistakes, as well as reflecting on our own (pre-podcast) mistakes...
Katie Jane Hughes x Spectrum:
When we first started this podcast, our original bucket list
Ep 100: What's It Like To Get Your Eggs Frozen?
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Hannah's Egg Freezing: Women's Health Melbourne and Dr Raelia Lew sponsored Hannah's egg freezing journey, and the whole experience is full of Cringey Convo-worthy material. We talk injections, feeling pregnant, and Hannah's parents misunderstandings of the whole process. More on Dr Raelia Lew and Women's Health Melbourne: https://www.womenshealthmel
Ep 99: Smells We're Embarrassed To Admit We Like
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Smells We’re Embarrassed To Admit We Like: We often speak about our favourite fragrances...but this one’s a little more rogue. Today we’re talking about the smells from everyday life that we may be embarrassed to praise out loud. As always, you all had very entertaining (and gross...no judgement) submissions. Mascara with Megan Milo
Ep 98: The Top 5 Candles We're Obsessed With
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Your Cringey Stories: We've made it very clear on this podcast that we are no strangers to moments of cringe, and it turns out neither are you. We go through some of your most terrifying (hilarious) cringey stories that you've sent through, and of course some of our own. Home Fragrance : We're joined by Lumira's creative director Almira Armstro
Ep 97: The Golden Rules Of Going Blonde
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Cryotherapy: We visit Alchemy Cryo in South Yarra to have our first ever Cryotherapy session. What's Cryotherapy, you ask? Well...it's standing in an electrically cooled chamber set to -110 ̊c for three minutes. If you're a fan of the episodes of us screaming, then this one's for you! Book your own Cryotherapy session at Alchemy here: https://alchemy
Ep 96: A Complete Rundown Of Perioral Dermatitis
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Products And Brands We Mispronounce:
I think we can all agree that the beauty industry has a tonne of brand names and products that require extra concentration to pronounce correctly. If you've been listening to this show for a while, you've probably heard us fumble our way through plenty of them. So, today we go through some of the most mispronounce
Ep 95: The Different Ways Medications Can Impact Our Skin
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Skin Needling:
The tables have turned this week - this time Jo is in the hot seat as we record her getting her first ever skin needling treatment. We discuss with Rachel from James Vivian what a skin needling treatment is beneficial for, how it's done, and we compare Jo and Hanna's pain thresholds. Hannah rates skin needling pain at 8/10, will Jo feel the same?
Ep 94: Would You Rather...Vomit At The Dentist Or Fart During The Anus Add-On?
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Answering Your "Would You Rather" Questions:
We asked for your best "Would You Rather" questions and you did NOT disappoint. Hosted by our producer Matthew, we go through some of the best (and worst?) questions you could come up with. Ranging from which skincare products could we live without - to - having teeth in our vagina or no teeth at all...str
Ep 93: How To Fade Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation
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MoleMap:
Despite Joanna promising last week that she would volunteer for the next treatment, we record Hannah getting a mole check at MoleMap in South Melbourne. We discuss what's involved in a skin check, how often we should get them, and Joanna ponders a career change into Dermatology.
More information on MoleMap here: https://www.molemap.net
Answering Your Male Beauty Questions With Matthew And Edward
The boys come back on to the show for a victory lap. Matthew Tankard and Edward Gates from our limited series, Mr Beauty IQ, come on to the show to answer YOUR questions on men's beauty (with some help from Jo and Hannah, of course).
We cover topics such as: How to get rid of beard dandruff? Why is a bar of soap not as good as using a body wash? And, since we are back to our regular programming with Jo and Hannah, we of course discuss some of our worst dating experiences.
Disclaimer: https://www
Ep 92: Tattoo Trends & Regrets With A Celebrity Tattoo Artist
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... EMsculpt: In true Beauty IQ fashion, Hannah yet again volunteers herself as guinea pig and records herself receiving an Emsculpt treatment. We discuss with Christian from Dermlab what Emsculpt is really about, what it's capable of, and why it's so popular (all to the soothing background ambience of Hannah's screams and cries). Tattoos: We chat with L
Mr Beauty IQ: The Finale
Welcome to our limited edition series, Mr Beauty IQ, hosted by Matthew Tankard and Edward Gates. This 4-part podcast is by beginners, for beginners, designed to help men navigate the basics of skincare.
In this final episode, Matt and Eddie reminisce over their time on Mr Beauty IQ. They recap their skincare journeys, what products they're currently using, and how they envision their future skincare routines. They also bro-down with Australian broadcasting royalty Byron Cooke about all things ma
Ep 91: When Should Teenagers Start Using Skincare?
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Conjunctivitis: Our resident GP Dr Lucinda joins us to discuss Conjunctivitis...which we're shocked that we haven't covered yet. We discover what it is, its many different forms, and how to safely treat it. You can find Dr Lucinda Raudaschl on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/todaywithdrlucia/ Teen Skincare: We welcome back anoth
Mr Beauty IQ: The Professionals
Welcome to our limited edition series, Mr Beauty IQ, hosted by Matthew Tankard and Edward Gates. This 4-part podcast is by beginners, for beginners, designed to help men navigate the basics of skincare.
In today's episode, Matt and Eddie level up their skincare knowledge and learn about professional treatments. Chatting with TeganMac.Skin, they learn about the most common professional treatments, why we get them, and how they compare to our at home products.
PWDKWN:
Matt: Dyson Supersonic Hai
Ep 90: A Peek Into Our Haircare Routine
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Cysts:
We welcome back Dr Phil Tong to talk all things cysts. What causes them? How do we treat them? More specifically... what's the deal with the apocrine hidrocystoma on Jo's nose?
You can find Dr Phil Tong on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/drphiltong/
Our Favourite Haircare Products:
We discuss our top haircare products that we're currently using.
Mr Beauty IQ: Covering The Basics
Welcome to our limited edition series, Mr Beauty IQ, hosted by Matthew Tankard and Edward Gates. This 4-part podcast is by beginners, for beginners, designed to help men navigate the basics of skincare. In today's episode, Matt and Eddie get honest with each other on how they're adapting to their new routines, they chat with dermatologist Dr Ryan De Cruz about the basic male skincare steps, and the products they didn't know they needed. PWDKWN: Matt: Patricks EB1 Triple Correction Eye Bal
Ep 89: 7 Habits Proven To Help You Sleep Better
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Dry Lips:
Got chronic dry lips? So does Jo. Find our what advice Dr Lara Trindade from Sinclair Dermatology has for those of us struggling with dry lips this winter. We also find out some of her person picks for lip balms, and we discuss our own (Lanolips, obvi).
Are you getting enough sleep?
Sleep expert Olivia Arezzolo joins us to talk all things s
Mr Beauty IQ: Where It All Begins
Welcome to our limited edition series, Mr Beauty IQ, hosted by Matthew Tankard and Edward Gates. This 4-part podcast is by beginners, for beginners, designed to help men navigate the basics of skincare.
In today's episode, we find out where Matt and Eddie's skincare routines are currently at, what their mates think of skincare in general, their skin ages according to a Visia scanner, and what ingredients they might want to add to their routines.
PWDKWN:
Matt: Kiehl's Facial Fuel Energising Face
Ep 88: Are Peptides Really Necessary In Your Skincare Routine?
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Ear Piercing Repair
Dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald helps Hannah by surgically repairing her "mini vagina" as she calls it, aka her botches ear piercing hole. Hear us go through the procedure together and find out exactly what's involved in repairing an ear!
Peptides
One for the OGs! Daniel Isaacs from Medik8 joins us again (you might remember him fro
Oceana Strachan On The Importance Of Skin Checks In Your 20s
Model and lifestyle content creator, Oceana Strachan joins us on today's episode to open up about her experience with her recent melanoma diagnosis.
We're not out here trying to scare anyone, but we hope this message of sun safety starts to filter through our age group and reaches those who are making stupid sun safety decisions.
Get a skin check. Wear SPF. Don't sunbake. But enjoy your life with sun safety in mind. That's the message of today's episode.
Oh and Oceana's PWDKWNs are both from Bio
Ep 87: Our Favourite Body Care Products
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Part 2 of your Cringey Convos
Sharing the final two winning Cringey Convos sent in by our listeners, one obviously involving poo, and the other...well, you'll have to listen to find out.
Our Fave Body Products
We discuss our favourite products we use for our bodies, including Kiehl’s Creme de Corps, Tuscan Tan pH Balanced Skin Wash, Medik8 Smooth Body Exfoliatin
Victoria Devine On Budgeting, Shopping Smarter & The Psychology of Finance
Award-winning financial adviser and founder and host of She’s On The Money the podcast, Victoria Devine joins us on today's episode to chat finances.
But not the boring stuff. We hear Victoria's take on buy now, pay later services, moneyback apps, budgeting tips and tricks, and ways to curb spending if you're a frequent shopper wanting to save more.
Find Victoria on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/victoria_devine/
Listen to She's On The Money here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast
Ep 86: Sharing Your Winning Cringey Convo Stories
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Congratulations are in order for our two competition winners who feature in today's cringey convo (stay tuned for the other two next week). We hear about a pooey situation at a primary school, and what can only be described as a chimney sweep experience in the bedroom. Fragrance / Biology Lesson Michael from Agence de Parfum joins us to discuss every
SketchShe On The "Add-On", Holiday Romances & Their PWDKWNs
Madison Lloyd and Lana Kington from comedy group, SketchShe join us today to talk about TikTok trends, the anus add-on, holiday romances (we're getting Henna vibes), their PWDKWNs, and what happens when you really need to pee at a foreign music festival.
Lana also shares what she's using for her perioral dermatitis, and Mads tells us which kind of facial oil she swears by, and why she's become addicted to eye drops.
You can find the girls on Instragram here: https://www.instagram.com/sketchshe/S
Ep 85: This New Hair Mask Basically Works Miracles In 4 Minutes
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Worms
Yes, worms. Dr Lucinda joins us to dispel worm myths, and scare the sh*t out of us basically. Also, is Jo the only one who had worm chocolate in primary school or was that a thing? We learn why you should avoid kissing your pets on the mouth, and how to get rid of worms if you're unlucky enough to get them...
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Celeb hair colourist, Jack Mart
Poh Ling Yeow On Creativity, Simple Skincare & Her Fave Food Experiences
Chef, artist, TV presenter and L'Oreal Paris ambassador, Poh Ling Yeow joins us on today's episode to share her journey with creativity across multiple disciplines.
As a former makeup artist, graphic designer and painter, Poh chats about the link between the creative industries she's worked in and cooking, and shares her PWDKWN and cringey story.
We also get some tips on where to go for the best food experiences in Australia.
You can find Poh on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/pohlingy
Ep 84: Everything You Need To Know About Concealers
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
High School Trauma:
Matt and Eddie join us to share some high school trauma, and Hannah and Jo share some stories of their own. We want to hear your traumatic high school stories that made you stronger (or not). Send us a DM at @adorebeauty on Instagram.
Concealers:
Resident makeup artist Megan joins us once again to chat makeup. This time - conceale
Skincare By Hyram On His Fave Products, Ingredients & Brands
As you all know, Matthew listens to the real uncensored version of our interviews, and in his words, Hyram "seems like the nicest guy ever". And he's right. Hyram Yarbro, one of the world's biggest skinfluencers right now, joins us to chat all things... SKINCARE. Obviously. We chat about Hyram's journey with social media, as well as his favourite brands, products and ingredients. Hyram drops his affordable recommendations, his skincare philosophy, and he shares the best skincare advice he receiv
Ep 83: How To Tell If You Have Melasma
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Discharge:
Let's normalise it, ladies! Dr Lucinda shares all the discharge info we need to know - including a fact we didn't know, that we can produce about a teaspoon of discharge per day! Mind. Blown.
As always, you can find Dr Lucinda on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/todaywithdrlucia/
Melasma:
We get deep into the depths of melasma with return gue
Ksenija Lukich On Her Makeup Faves, Motherhood & Worst Celeb Encounters
Former E! Australia host, model, presenter and beauty junkie, Ksenija Lukich joins us on today's episode.
We chat about her long (and at time isolating) journey to motherhood, her best AND worst celebrity encounters, how she landed her role at E!, the makeup lessons she's learnt from doing her own glam on set, and she gives us an unexpected PWDKWN to finish.
You can find Ksenija on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ksenijalukich/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep 82: Excessive Sweating Solutions
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Has your male boss ever heard you talk about your bum hair? Ours has!
CMO of Adore Beauty, Dan Ferguson joins us today to chat about his own skincare journey, what he's learnt about the beauty industry so far, what he's learnt about Hannah and Jo and he shares his favourite moisturiser from L'Occitane.
Hyperhidrosis:
Dermatologist Dr Katherine Armour
How Well Do We Know Each Other?
Matthew (Matthias) joins us to mediate and host another episode where we discover how much we know about each other. There's a guest appearance from Edward (Edwina/Eduardo), surprising revelations, and it wouldn't be Beauty IQ Uncensored without some dating discussion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep 81: We Ask A Derm About Hormonal & Fungal Acne
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
You ask, we deliver...fanny farts.
Or queefing. Or vaginal flatulence. Whatever you call it, we're discussing it. And we decide it's absolutely not our fault when it does happen. Have you ever queefed at yoga or pilates? We'd love to know. Thanks to our listeners who contributed their personal stories for our enjoyment.
All the different kinds of acne & how the
Michelle Battersby On Business, Beauty & Facing Your Fears
Today's guest joining us is Michelle Battersby, who has formerly headed up the marketing for Bumble and Keep It Cleaner, and is now embarking on a new business venture called Sunroom.
We caught up with Michelle to discuss her unexpected career path, taking chances and facing fears, how to decide what to do after school, AND of course Michelle tells us some of her favourite beauty products, including Pureology's Sugar Waves for non-crunchy tresses.
Find Michelle on Instagram here: https://www.ins
Ep 80: Korean Skincare 101
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Bra Fittings:
Hannah & Jo have bra fittings with Tish from She Science, and find out why an underwire isn't always necessary, how to find your bra size, and how the right bra can impact your shape and confidence.
If you'd like to visit She Science, here's their website: https://shescience.com.au/
Korean Skincare:
Alicia Yoon from Peach & Lily joins us to chat al
Martha & Michael On Acne Troubles, Facial Oils & Mexican Tacos
You ask, we deliver! We had so many requests to bring our girl Martha Kalifatidis back on, and lots of you also wanted to hear from Michael, so he joins us today as well. Oh, and there might be a little cameo from someone special at the end...
The duo share what it's been like dealing with trolls since their MAFS season aired in the UK, what went down at the dinner party, how Michael overcame a bout of acne, and they candidly share a cringey convo for the record books. Yes, it involves poo.
You
Ep 79: All The Nail Care Info You Need To Know
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Pelvic Floor Health:
Claire de Vos is a physiotherapist at Total Physiocare and specialises in women’s & pelvic health. She joins us to chat about overactive and underactive pelvic floors, what happens during pregnancy and after birth, how pelvic floor physio works, and when you should see a physio.
You can find Claire here: https://totalphysiocare.com.au/our-te
After Dark: Rowdie Walden from Search Engine Sex
This episode contains adult content of a sexual nature. We discuss sex and masturbation throughout the entire episode.
Welcome to our limited edition series Beauty IQ After Dark. For the next few weeks, we will be exploring sex, intimacy and pleasure with some of the biggest names in the industry.
Each week I will be joined by a guest co-host, and this week I’m welcoming Rowdie Walden, who is the host of the Spotify Original Podcast Series Search Engine Sex.
What we cover off o
Ep 78: Our Fave *Affordable* Haircare Products
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Introducing Global Shades with Shanthi
Shanthi Murugan joins us to talk about an initiative at Adore Beauty that's been in the works for years - and we need your help to make it a reality.
Change will require all beauty retailers and brands to work together, Adore Beauty is working towards ranging over 2,600 different shades from 350 complexion products and have
After Dark: Dr Ginni Mansberg
This episode contains adult content of a sexual nature. We discuss sex and masturbation throughout the entire episode. Welcome to our limited edition series Beauty IQ After Dark. For the next few weeks, we will be exploring sex, intimacy and pleasure with some of the biggest names in the industry. Each week I will be joined by a guest co-host, and this week I’m welcoming Amy Clark, who is the Senior Editor here at Adore Beauty What's on today's episode: We React To Your Vagina
Ep 77: The Skincare Ingredients You Should Use On Your Neck & Chest
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Ear Suction We're finally getting to the bottom of our waxy ear situation. We headed to earLAB to have our ears looked at and microsuctioned with the help of Lisa. We found a sultana (not really) in Hannah's ear, and Jo discovered her ears were really dry. Plus, we discover a secret ingredient from the kitchen that can help maintain healthy ears! If
After Dark: Sexologist Juliet Allen
This episode contains adult content of a sexual nature. We discuss sex and masturbation throughout the entire episode.
Welcome to our limited edition series Beauty IQ After Dark. For the next few weeks, we will be exploring sex, intimacy and pleasure with some of the biggest names in the industry.
Each week I will be joined by a guest co-host, and this week I’m welcoming Sam McLaren, who is the sex category buyer here at Adore Beauty
What's on today's episode:
Lubricant:
Who knew there were fo
Ep 76: Hannah Gets Her Tattoo Removed On Air
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Tattoo Removal:
We head to Vic Dermal Group for Hannah to have one of her many tattoos (a charm bracelet on her wrist) lasered off. There was hyperventilating and screaming but she's fine now guys.
To learn more about tattoo removal, head to the Vic Dermal Group website here: https://www.victoriandermalgroup.com.au/treatments/tattoo-removal
Special thanks to De
After Dark: Sex With Emily
This episode contains adult content of a sexual nature. We discuss sex and masturbation throughout the entire episode.
Welcome to our limited edition series Beauty IQ After Dark. For the next few weeks, we will be exploring sex, intimacy and pleasure with some of the biggest names in the industry.
Each week I will be joined by a guest co-host, and this week I’m welcoming the host of the We Want To Be Better podcast, Bianka Ismailovski.
What's on today's episode:
How to Ch
Ep 75: The Makeup Technique Optometrists Don't Recommend
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Skincare School has kicked off! And to celebrate, we've put together a limited edition skincare kit filled with some of our favourite serums, masks, scrubs and peels. You'll also get a facial headband and a bougie AF cosmetic bag that Hannah is obsessed with. It's valued at $671.95, but you can buy it for $249: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/adore-be
Luke Cook On Bum Wiping, Belly Buttons & Body Hair
Warning: the contents of this episode is graphic, shocking and absolutely hilarious so it might not be suitable for work, or to have playing in the car at school pick-up. We couldn't have laughed more in this interview if we tried. Australian actor, Luke Cook joins us on this episode to talk about the widest array of topics we've ever covered in one interview, and he pretty much ends up interviewing us. If you want to hear about bum wiping techniques, bad breath, foot fetishes, fart etiquette an
Ep 74: Planning Your Skincare Application Around Your Workout
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Pap Smears
They're awkward, and they're uncomfortable, but Dr Raelia Lew joins us to discuss why they're necessary. We discuss the process, what happens if your test results show abnormal cells, and how the testing has changed in recent years.
You can find Dr Raelia Lew on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/drraelialew/
Pre and post-gym skincare
This is a
Anastasia Beverly Hills On Brows, Business & The Biebers
Anastasia Soare, the queen of brows behind the brand Anastasia Beverly Hills, joins us to chat allllll things brows.
We learn about how she got to where she is now, which brow products she uses on herself, and what exactly she does to Justin Bieber's eyebrows. We also discuss her Golden Ration technique, and why it's so important in face mapping.
Anastasia Beverly Hills is now available at Adore Beauty, you can shop the range here: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/anastasia-beverly-hills.html?utm_
Ep 73: Our Fave Beauty Trend Throwbacks
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Beauty Throwbacks
Remember those scrunchies with fake hair on them? Lip Smackers? Those stretchy headbands we had in all different colours? We asked for your input for this segment and you didn't disappoint - we're talking beauty trends from the late 90s-early 2000s. We'd love to hear if we've missed any major ones, and DM Hannah if you can remember
Lily & Nataly Brown Share Their Cringey Convos & PWDKWNs
Back by popular demand, and she's brought her mum with her! Lily and Nataly Brown, aka our biggest fans, join us to chat about their cringey-est convos which involve poo and periods, their PWDKWNs, dating (obviously), and they share their best advice and thoughts on ageing.
Lily's PWDKWN: Aspect Gentle Clean
https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/aspect/aspect-gentle-clean-facial-cleanser.html?utm_source=omny&utm_medium=podcast
Nat's PWDKWN: Aspect Pigment Punch+
https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/aspec
Ep 72: The Science Behind Olaplex
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Constipation:
Resident GP Dr Lucinda joins us to talk about our favourite topic: poo. More specifically, constipation. We discuss why it happens, how a morning workout can change your poo pattern, what to do if you are suffering with constipation, and remedies Dr Lucinda has tried herself.
If you wanna see the Bristol Stool Chart, you can check it ou
Coming Soon: Skincare School with Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Welcome to Skincare School the podcast, your ultimate skincare study guide. Join Adore Beauty’s Senior Editor Amy Clark and Dr. Michelle Wong from Lab Muffin Beauty Science as they take things right back to basics. Because it's time to make skincare simple, accessible, and most importantly, F-U-N! New episodes coming soon...
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Keira Rumble On IVF, Endo & Trusting Your Gut
CEO of Krumbled Foods, influencer and now fertility advocate, Keira Rumble joins us on the podcast today to chat very candidly about her struggle with fertility, pregnancy loss, IVF, and the isolation often accompanied by all three of those topics.
Now in her second trimester, Keira explains how health issues plagued her journey to fall pregnant, and why she believes in trusting your gut and speaking up when something doesn't feel right.
We learn about some of Keira's fave skincare and makeup pr
Ep 71: How Does Cosmetic Acupuncture Work?
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Dr Michelle Rodrigues sent in her expert opinion on that darkened skin that sometimes pops up under your arms and around your groin. She explains (as translated by Jo) what causes it, who's most prone to it, and how it can be treated. Remember, if it's a medical thing, see a doctor.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
Dr Abbie from Zhong Centre joins us to di
Best Of 2020: The Skincare Edit
I know, we wanna leave 2020 behind, but we couldn't help but bring back a "best of" bonus, ICYMI. This is the perfect episode to send to a friend if they've never listened before - it'll give them a taste of what they're missing out on.
If you wanna go back and listen to the full episodes these segments were pulled from, here's the list of them below:
Ep 32: Pash rash remedies
Ep 29: Our fave products under $30
Ep 28: Hannah's oily skin routine
Ep 28: Exfoliation with James Vivian
Ep 41: Our sk
Ep 70: Why You Need To Treat Your Scalp Like Your Skin
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Tongues:
Hannah thinks she has a geographical tongue... And no that's not a reference to her romantic exploits in Thailand. So, Joanna explains the difference between a geographical and a fissured tongue, and Hannah explains why the dentist said she couldn't get her uneven tongue shaved down (hint: you have taste buds).
Hair loss, dandruff & other scalp conce
#PillowTalkDerm On Spoons, Micellar Water & Doing Her Own Injectables
Who knew dermatologists could be so much fun? Dr Shereene Idriss, aka #PillowTalkDerm joins us for today's episode, and while we already knew we loved her from Instagram, we both texted each other after this interview saying "LOVED HER".
Dr Idriss, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York, shares why she hates trends, how spoons can be helpful for puffiness, what it was like working in a hospital treating prison inmates, and why "suble is the new dramatic" is her professional tagline.
Y
Ep 69: How Dairy, Sugar & Gluten Can Impact Our Skin
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Breast reductions
Sophia Pafitis joins us to talk about her experience with having a breast reduction. If you'd like to see Sophia's IGTV on the whole process and learn more about her personal experience with this procedure, the link is below, or you can find her on the gram at @sophiapafitis.
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CCnjbi2ncyv/
Diet VS S
Dr Pimple Popper On Blackheads, Bacne & Pimple Patches
Tick another one off the bucket list, people! Dermatologist and internet sensation Dr Sandra Lee aka Dr Pimple Popper joins us to debunk a popular TikTok trend for treating acne, we chat about the psychology behind 'popaholics', and we find out which pop has been her favourite of all time. Oh, and if you liked Hannah's bacne tip she's shared on this podcast, Dr Lee has gone one better with a product in her SLMD range (not yet available in Aus). Not that she needs the plug, but you can check out
Ep 68: The Professional Beauty Treatments We Get
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Our New Year's Resolutions:
You won't believe this but... Jo joined a dating app. You'll have to listen to find out more about that, and Hannah's planning to gain a few more hobbies to her life, aside from talking about Thailand.
The Professional Treatments We Get:
Jo and Hannah both share all the stuff they have done in salons and clinics, from lasers to chemi
Jess Quinn On Body Positivity, Bangs & Being Differently-Abled
Model and body positivity advocate Jess Quinn, who lost her leg to cancer at age 9, catches up with Amy to discuss her experience in a very raw and real conversation. Jess explains the campaign she worked on called "Wear The Damn Shorts", how she's navigated her own feelings about her body, inclusivity in the space, and why she prefers to use the term 'differently-abled'. She also explains the uniqueness of her surgery, and how her heel ended up being her knee. Oh, and it wouldn't be a beauty po
Ep 67: A Real Life Experience With Female Hair Loss
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Female hair loss Adore staffer, Karin, shares her experience with female hair loss and what she has done to deal with it. You might've read Karin's story on Beauty IQ, but if you missed it, you can catch that here: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/beautyiq/hair/best-products-thin-hair-adore-beauty/?utm_source=omny&utm_medium=podcast You can a
Olympian Cate Campbell On Treating SPF Like...Tampons?
Yep, you read that correctly. Olympic swimmer and Avène ambassador, Cate Campell, shares why we should be stashing SPF in our bags like we do with tampons. We've always got tampons, so why not always carry SPF as well?
Cate shares her recent melanoma experience, what she uses on her skin and hair to combat chlorine, how she prevents wedgies and thrush, and her tips for women who want to get into professional sport.
You can check out Avène's sun protection range here: https://www.ad
Ep 66: Our Top PWDKWNs For 2020 + Matthew Joins Us!
Thanks for joining us for what was a very strange 2020. We've laughed together and cried together, and hopefully some of these episodes helped keep you smiling on the shittier days.
Today we're joined by Matthew, everyone's favourite editor (and musician, Matthew Tankard on Spotify FYI). He has made up some Would You Rather questions, and Hannah also has one of her own.
We also go through our top PWDKWN's of 2020 - the one's we absolutely didn't know we needed:
Jo:
Babyliss Ear & Nose Trimmer
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Lily Brown On Skincare Mistakes, Mole Checks & Mum Advice
If there's been one positive to come out of 2020, it's the virtual friendship we've struck up with Lily Brown. If you don't know Lily, she's an Australian YouTuber with over 350k followers on Instagram, and she's been spruiking the podcast to anyone who'll listen (which we're very grateful for).
We chat to Lily about all the skincare mistakes she was making before learning some lessons on the podcast, what it was like getting her lip filler dissolved, and how she deals with the online nastiness
Ep 65: Answering All Your Questions About The Ordinary
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Colonics
Hannah put the call out to our listeners to share their colonic stories, and as usual, ya'll did not disappoint. Hannah also shares her own experience with having a colonic with what looked like...dirty water?
This isn't a procedure recommended by medical professionals, and not something we suggest you undertake without medical guidance.
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Manny MUA On Bargain Buys, Male Makeup & TikTok Trends
On today's episode, Amy is joined by the delightful Manny MUA, who you've likely stumbled across on Instagram, YouTube or TikTok where he has amassed a following of millions. "A daddy body with a mommy face", is how Manny describes himself. Manny, who's the founder of Lunar Beauty, is also a makeup artist, beauty expert and advocate for blurring gender stereotypes when it comes to beauty, making history as the first male face for Maybelline. Manny chats with Amy about the TikTok trends he can't
Ep 64: Sharing Your First Period Stories (And Summer Haircare Hacks)
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
First Periods
Our cringey convo is all about normalising conversations between women, and first periods is pretty much at the top of the list. Why did we find this time so shameful? What was embarrassing about it? In fairness, some of you did share some pretty traumatic first period stories, and if you thought you'd shat yourself, you're not al
Art Simone On Drag Races, Wigs & Sequined Ugg Boots
In one of our most enjoyable interviews to date, we're joined by drag artist, entertainer and producer, Art Simone, who also happens to be the current reigning Queen of Australia and Drag Performer of the Year two years running. We apologise in advance for all the laughing, we couldn't help ourselves.
What greeted us as we jumped on a Zoom call was not only a wall of mannequin heads wearing wigs, but one of the most glamourous queens we've ever interviewed, and boy did she make us laugh!
Art Sim
Ep 63: Eyeshadow Tips From A Pro Makeup Artist
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... PMS Dr Lucinda joins us to discuss PMS, and the lesser-known PMDD. We talk about symptoms, treatments and also herbal options. If you are struggling with symptoms of PMS or PMDD, we suggest visiting your GP to discuss options suited to your individual circumstances. You can also find Dr Lucinda on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/
Ep 62: Sebaceous Filaments VS Blackheads
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Cringey: IV Drips
We recently visited Grown Alchemist to try "drip therapy" - please note, this is a medical procedure so always consult a doctor. We had a fusion of vitamins and antioxidants, prescribed by a doctor and administered by a registered nurse in a sterile and clinical setting. Our experiences are individual, and we're not suggesting
Maria Thattil on Miss Universe, Makeup Hacks & Media Scandals
She's an inclusion advocate, digital creator and speaker, and now the newly crowned Miss Universe Australia - Maria Thattil joins us for today's episode with Amy Clark.
Maria tells all on her recent run-in with the press, her best long-wearing makeup hacks, her skincare non-journey, and finding self-acceptance in her 20s. She also shares some of her fave skincare products from FOREO and Grown Alchemist.
You can find Maria on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/mariathattil/See omnystudio.c
Ep 61: How To Know A Good Candle When You Smell One
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Skin Tags Amy joins us once again, this time to chat skin tags. What are they? Are they dangerous? Why do they happen? How do you remove them? Spoiler alert: not with scissors. If you experience skin tags, see your GP for individual advice. How Glasshouse Became The #1 Candle Brand: One minute we were shopping at Dusk with our mums, and next mi
Ep 60: The Right Way To Recycle Your Empties
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Firstly, we'd love for you to vote for us in the Australian Podcast Awards here: https://australianpodcastawards.com/vote
Waxing nightmares:
Well, you guys certainly pulled through when it came to your waxing nightmare stories, and had us in stitches. More waxing stories will be posted to @adorebeauty on Instagram, so head there if you need a b
Nam Vo On How To Reach Dewy Dumpling Status
She's the queen of beauty innuendos and has a tribe of dewy dumplings that hang on her every word. Nam Vo is a makeup artist based in New York, with possibly the most stunning skin you’ve ever seen, and a hilarious personality to go with it. She's responsible for terms like glowgasm and glowjob, and if you want to see the content we chat about, you can head to her "self pleasure" highlights, and be prepared to have a bit of a giggle. We find out Nam's tricks of the trade, secrets for the d
Ep 59: Which Kind Of Laser Is Right For Me?
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Bum and boob sweat:
Hannah shares an awkward experience from a job interview, and we've discovered another use for her ALDI panty liners that might keep boob sweat at bay.
We'd love to hear your funny stories with bum and boob sweat - hit us up over on Instagram @adorebeauty.
Lasers 101
Dermatologist Dr Michelle Rodrigues at Chroma Dermatology in Melbourne join
Ep 58: Tips & Trends With An Over 40s Makeup Expert
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Stretch Marks
We have a pretty frank discussion about our experiences with stretch marks. We often get asked to talk about this topic, and we know it's likely because you want an answer on getting rid of them, but we thought it was important to frame this conversation differently. Stretch marks are normal, and it's ok to be fine with them, or not fine with them
Lauren Curtis On Being Done With Trolls & Beauty Rules
Lauren Curtis was one of the first Aussie beauty YouTubers and social media stars to grace our screens way back in 2011 - the OG beauty influencer, if you like.
Our very own Amy Clark learned how to curl her hair and apply fake tan from watching Lauren's content, so this is a bit of a fan girl moment!
Lauren shares how she's become her own personal nail technician in 2020, why she took a break from socials, how she deals with haters online, and how she's managing hormonal breakouts.
You can find
Ep 57: The Secret To Growing Long, Strong Nails
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Morning Breath We've all been there, haven't we? Hannah and Jo chat about morning breath and dive into an article from Colgate which you can read below on preventing morning breath and what actually causes it. https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/bad-breath/morning-breath-prevention-treatment-tips-0516 Strong Nails A question Jo
Ep 56: The Beauty Products We Always Repurchase
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Thrush
We chat to our resident GP Dr Lucinda about thrush - why does it happen, how do you know if you have it, what should you do if it's persistent and what are the best treatment options?
Dr Lucinda shares a very unexpected home remedy for soothing the symptoms of thrush.
The products we repurchase
Amy joins us to chat about the products we
The Inspired Unemployed On The Cringey-est Convos
We know you're used to hearing from beauty influencers, celebrity makeup artists and hairstylists, but we've gone rogue with this week's interview.
If you're wanting to laugh at loud today, do yourself a favour and follow The Inspired Unemployed on Instagram if you aren't already.
Jack and Matt join us today to chat about their recent facials that left them "f****ing GLOWING", how they come up with all of their hilarious content, what their skincare routines look like, and we discuss the cringey
Ep 55: Tattooing, Laminating & Shaping With A Brow Expert
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Body Hair
IT'S NORMAL! We discuss our experiences with body hair, why we've felt ashamed of it at points in our lives, and why it's ok to do whatever you wanna do with your body hair - there's no right or wrong.
All Things Brows
Kim Evans from Lux Brows and Lashes joins us to talk all things brows including tattooing, brow shaping and the latest craze, laminati
Ep 55: Tattooing, Laminating & Shaping With A Brow Expert
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Body Hair
IT'S NORMAL! We discuss our experiences with body hair, why we've felt ashamed of it at points in our lives, and why it's ok to do whatever you wanna do with your body hair - there's no right or wrong.
All Things Brows
Kim Evans from Lux Brows and Lashes joins us to talk all things brows including tattooing, brow shaping and the latest
Ep 54: We Take A Deep Dive Into Hormonal Acne
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We're talking WARTS.
As requested by a few listeners, we chatting about warts, and luckily our resident GP Dr Lucinda was able to provide us with all the information. Send us a DM with your wart stories if you've got any!
We recommend seeing a GP for individualised medical advice if you are experiencing warts.
Now, let's get to Hormonal Acne:
Sydney-based speci
Rowi Singh On Creativity, Colourism & Affordable Eyeliners
In today's episode, Adore Beauty newbie, Amy Clark, debuts in her first solo Beauty IQ Uncensored interview with Australian-Indian content creator and Maybelline ambassador, Rowi Singh.
You'll recognise Rowi for her exceptional creativity and artistic talent across her Instagram and Tik Tok feeds, which are full of vibrant colour, graphic liner, intricate patterns, sparkling jewels and badass accessories to match.
Amy discusses with Rowi her experiences with colourism, how she gets her inspo, an
Ep 53: Why You Shouldn't Use Your Purple Shampoo Every Wash
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
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Thigh Chafing
Adore newbie, Amy Clark chats with Hannah about thigh chafing, and Amy shares some of her favourite products she not only recommends for between the thighs, but also for bra band chafe too.
Products mentioned:
Skinstitut Glycolic Cleanser 12% https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/skinstitut/skinstitut-glycolic-cleanser-12.html?utm_source=omny&utm_medium=
Ep 52: Sorting Out Your Scalp With A Dermatologist
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Today's cringey convo is around Bruxism...ahh, what now?
Bruxism refers to teeth grinding and clenching and we asked our trusty dentist, Dr Madeleine Duff to talk us through it. What damage does it do to your teeth? Why does it happen? How would you know you're doing it in your sleep? And we discuss why Botox might be a suitable treatment - but always discuss t
Ep 52: Sorting Out Your Scalp With A Dermatologist
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Today's cringey convo is around Bruxism...ahh, what now?
Bruxism refers to teeth grinding and clenching and we asked our trusty dentist, Dr Madeleine Duff to talk us through it. What damage does it do to your teeth? Why does it happen? How would you know you're doing it in your sleep? And we discuss why Botox might be a suitable treatment - but always
Natalie Fornasier On Life, Love & The Fight Against Melanoma
If anything is going to put your hard days into perspective, it's Natalie Fornasier's touching story. This episode will undoubtedly be very hard to listen to for some audience members, so we do want to flag it contains very sensitive themes around cancer diagnosis and treatment. We feel Natalie's story could be the reason you become the sun safety advocate amongst your family it friends; it could be the reason you book a skin check; or it simply could be the push you needed to wear SPF every day
Ep 51: Identifying & Fixing An Impaired Barrier
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On this list of things we don't recommend: Ear candling
Ear wax accumulation is one of the most common otologic conditions seen in primary care; removing ear wax is the most common ears, nose, and throat procedure carried out in the community.
No evidence is available to suggest that ear candles are an effective treatment for any condition.
Whi
Ep 50: A Dietitian Spills The Tea On Superfoods
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
It's our 1st birthday! Yep, one whole year of BIQ Uncensored. To celebrate, you and a friend could win this epic prize pack which contains heaps of our fave products, including Milky Foot and ALDI Panty Liners. Enter here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CEnXKTGDBMa/
If you want to check out AOC's Vogue cameo, you can watch the video on YouTube her
Nikki Makeup On Soap Brows, Nail Art & Styling Her Curls
Tick another one off the bucket list, ladies and gentlemen.
Nikki Wolff, who you might know better as @nikki_makeup, is a UK-based makeup artist with 1.5m followers on Instagram, and clients that include Kim Kardashian, Elsa Hosk, Hailey Bieber, Shay Mitchell, Jessie J and Yara Shahidi just to name a few. She's also Dior's celebrity makeup artist, and a columnist for Glamour.
Her Sunday Tutorials are hugely popular, and she's synonymous with dewy, bouncy, natural-looking skin, as well as strikin
Ep 49: Skincare Storage Mistakes You Might Be Making
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Are sheet masks for your vagina a bit ridiculous?
We test drove these new vagina sheet masks so you didn't have to...and the verdict is, well, it's not really necessary - and the Shameless girls agreed.
Also, if gynaecologists don't recommend it, then neither do we, but we're willing to get a yeast infection if it's for content.
Beauty st
Ep 48: Got Maskne? We're Here To Help!
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
After receiving a desperate DM from a listener, we're sharing all the ways you can manage maskne, which tbh, we never thought would be a thing but here we are. Shout out to all the frontline workers looking after the community.
Here's our article on maskne with product recommendations:
https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/beautyiq/skin-care/got-maskne-these-5-product
A TikTok Skinfluencer On SPF, Retinol Mishaps & Famous Followers
GUYSSSS, if you're as obsessed with Tik Tok and skincare as Jo is, likelihood is you've stumbled across the hilarious, educational and savage account of @whatsonvisface.
Today we're joined by Vi herself, all the way from Massachusetts, who just happens to be followed by congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
We chat to Vi about her journey with skincare, the importance of SPF if you plan on reverse ageing, how to get your partner into using skincare, and the beauty standards that baffled her wh
Ep 47: WTF Is An "Inner Facial"?
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Hannah & Jo's morning skincare for the day:
Hannah used Skinceuticals Phloretin CF, Aspect Extreme B17, Aspect Hydrating Serum, Beaute Pacifique Oil Free Moisturiser (and an unnamed oil!)
Jo used Bioderma micellar, Alpha-H Vitamin C, Societe Vitamin D, Innisfree Green Tea Probiotics Cream.
You can shop both our routines here: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/?utm
Ep 46: Hannah's Shortcut To Managing Frizz & Brassiness
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Firstly, here's the Vagisil/Scomo Tik Tok that made our week: https://vm.tiktok.com/JjYRup8/
Why do you poop more on your period?
Resident GP Dr Lucinda not only joins us to chat about why you might have more frequent bowel movements when you're menstruating (which apparently Hannah has never experienced?) but she also shares a very funny Bumble dating story wi
Martha K On Face Tan, Going Blonde & Applying For MAFS
Welcome to another BONUS episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored. This week's bonus guest is Martha Kalifatidis (@marthaa__k) who you might remember from Married At First Sight, or you might just follow her on Instagram for her beauty content. One of our favourite interviews yet, we chat to Martha about managing online trolls, what the process has been like of going from dark brown to blonde, why she loves skincare so much, and whether or not Hannah should apply for the next season of MAFS. Martha also
Ep 45: The Lowdown On Vitamin C
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Toenail fungus update:
The update none of you asked for - Hannah's finally got on top of her toenail fungus so we're here to share how she did it, and to give a not to subtle plug to unofficial show sponsor, Chemist Warehouse (that's a joke, they do not sponsor us in any capacity).
Hannah used a product called Rejuvenail which is available in pharmacies, and as
Ep 44: A Psychologist's Tips On Managing The "Corona-coaster"
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Do at-home IPL devices even work?
Well, Hannah kindly roadtested one for us to give us all the details - and in short, yeah it kinda does work! Just make sure you follow all Hannah's safety instructions, including NOT going over tattoos with the device.
You can shop Selfie Skin at Adore Beauty: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/selfie-skin/selfie-skin-at-home-ipl-
Samantha Harris On Single-Ingredient Skincare
Barely even a teenager when she was signed to a top modelling agency, Samantha Harris was jetting around Australia and the world appearing on runways and magazine covers before even finishing school.
We chat to Sam about what it was like growing up as a well-known model in Tweed Heads, being the second Indigenous model to appear on the cover of Vogue, how she deals with online trolls, and of course we chat about her new role as an ambassador for single-ingredient skincare brand, Biologi.
Check o
Ep 43: Are Eye Creams Even Necessary?
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Firstly, if you haven't stalked Jo's Wish segment on Instagram you should - here's the link to the highlight: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17843841206118346/
Cold sores. Ever had one?
We asked our new resident GP @todaywithdrlucia to share some info around what causes cold sores, how to avoid them and what you should do when you
Ep 42: How To Get Rid Of Milia
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Milia..aka one of our most requested topics.
We did touch on this topic in our last episode of 2019, but we figured since we've had SO many questions about it, that we'd cover it in a whole segment.
The moral of the story is, don't try to extract them yourself!
Undertones & Foundation Shade Matching
@tanyaartistry joins us to chat about undertones - how do you
Hung Vanngo On The Perfect Red Lip
No biggie, but we've been following Hung Vanggo on Instagram for YEARS, and now we get to pick his brain about his favourite celebrity looks he's done on Selena Gomez, Rosie Hunting-Whitely, Ellen Pompeo and Kate Bosworth. Hung shares the secret behind a flawless red lip in photos, exactly how he takes such good Instagram pics, and tells us how to create long-lasting event makeup so it doesn't slide off. You can follow Hung Vanggo on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hungvanngo/See omnys
Ep 41: Our Skincare Picks Under $50
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Get your skin checked!
Our founder Kate joins us to chat about her recent skin check that resulted in a suspected skin cancer being cut out of the middle of her face - luckily, it came back clear, but this is a reminder to be vigilant about having your skin checked regularly.
Receive 20% off the Aspect Sun range. Use promo code: CTOM20
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Ep 40: A Dentist's Guide To Teeth Whitening
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Ear Infections
Did you know there's such a thing as airplane ear? Neither did we! Jo and Hannah share their worst travel ear infection stories. Hannah continues to manifest her dream of moving to Thailand and Jo shares an awkward travel story involving an ex-boyfriend.
If you suspect you have an ear infection we don't recommend DM'ing Jo on Ins
Caroline Hirons On Her Ride Or Die Skincare Ingredients
MAJOR BUCKET LIST MOMENT!
UK-based skincare expert/the Oprah of skincare, Caroline Hirons joins us to chat about why face wipes should only be for fannies, flights and festivals, her favourite skincare ingredients, the products she'd take to a deserted island (shock horror, she doesn't choose SPF!), and the things her daughter Ava steals from her beauty stash.
Caroline's new book, Skin Care: The Ultimate No-Nonsense Guide is available via Harper Collins, and in Jo's opinion, is an excellent reso
Ep 39: How To Find Your Signature Fragrance
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Before we get to that - here's the TikTok of the bellybutton piercing hole being cleaned: https://vm.tiktok.com/JJUHBwm/
Blisters.
We all get 'em, and we're sure you've all got a blister horror story you can tell. We discovered Hannah has the toughest feet ever, Jo doesn't, and a listener recommended the Compeed Blister Stick - it’s a chapstick style product th
Ep 38: Pregnancy Skin Tips With A Dermatologist
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
What's the weirdest thing you've ever found in your bellybutton?
Clearly our wider team at Adore Beauty weren't that keen to share their stories, but we discovered all the sh*t in Hannah's childhood memory box, what our belly buttons collect, and why we seem to always find fluff in there.
Pregnancy skincare:
This is a request we get multiple ti
Tom Bachik On His Most Iconic Celeb Nail Looks
Add another one to the list! We're slowly but surely assembling JLo's entire glam team to find out all of her secrets. This time, we're chatting to her MANicurist, Tom Bachik.
Tom tells us his very interesting (and unexpected) story of how he started out in the industry and made his mark working with some of Hollywood's biggest celebrities including JLo and Kim Kardashian.
Tom shares what it was like prepping for the Super Bowl performance, and gives us some tips for keeping our nails healthy, a
Ep 37: Sharing Skincare With Your Partner
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How to properly pop a pimple...or not.
A pimple on its own is enough to scar the skin, so squeezing can potentially enlarge the wound an increase the chance of scarring. BUUUUT if you can't help yourself, we're sharing our best tips and asked this week's guest James Vivian to weigh in as well.
Our fave spot treatments we mentioned are below:
Mu
Ep 36: How To Make The Most Of Curly Hair
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Let's talk about texture...
Airbrushed skin isn't realistic, so we chat about all the realisations we've come to in the age of Instagram, and why skin texture is totally normal and acceptable. But hey, if filters are your thing, you do you!
Some of our favourite accounts on Instagram normalising skin texture include:
Kate Jane Hughes: https://www.instagram.com/
Miranda Kerr On Natural & Organic Skincare
You asked, we listened! Natural and organic skincare is something we get asked about all the time, so we thought we'd ask someone with a lot of experience in this area - Miranda Kerr. Founder of KORA Organics, world-famous Aussie model and mum to 3 boys. We chat to Miranda about her range, the must-have products in her routine to treat her pigmentation, the items her husband steals from her bathroom cabinet, and her son Flynn makes a surprise cameo as well! You can shop Miranda's KORA Organics c
Ep 35: What's Really In Your Skincare Products?
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What is endometriosis?
Not our usual silly cringey convo, today Dr Raelia Lew joins us to discuss endometriosis. A common female condition that affects 1 in 10 women. We chat about the condition, what causes it and how it can be treated, because this is just another one of those things we don't really talk about.
Dr Raelia Lew's qualifications
Ep 34: Treating Acne Scarring With A Dermatologist
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Welcome, Matthew!
The silent third member of our podcast, Matthew (our editor) joins us so we can grill him about how much he's learnt from editing Beauty IQ Uncensored.
There's mention of bowel movements, SPF and his least favourite episode, plus we found out that he has an interesting editing technique - and this is definitely his favourite job. We didn't pay
Elle Macpherson On Wellbeing, Workouts & WelleCo
With bated breath, we waited to hear the noise notification that Elle Macpherson had joined our podcast recording, and as that noise sounded in our ears we both let out half giggles/sighs of relief as we heard a friendly, familiar voice on the other end.
Speaking to one of the world's more famous supermodels isn't usually what you'll find us doing at 7:00am on a Wednesday morning, but that's what we found ourselves doing last week - something Hannah and I will both be listing as a career highlig
Ep 33: Why Is Liquid Gold So Popular?
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Hannah got tested for coronavirus:
After getting some cold symptoms, Hannah visited The Alfred in Melbourne for COVID-19 testing (which came back negative FYI). Find out what her experience was like in this week's cringey convo.
For more information, please visit this link: https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert?gc
Chloe Morello On Makeup Removal & Belly Dancing
It's BONUS time again! We figured since we've got a bit of extra time on our hands that we'd interview some of our fave celebs and influential figures in the beauty industry, and share those interviews with you! On today's bonus episode, YouTuber Chloe Morello joins us to chat about her co-ownership of Face Halo, learning Spanish in isolation, her past life as a belly dancer and her #NutbushChallenge. Shop Face Halo here: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/face-halo.html?utm_source=omny&utm_medi
Ep 32: Let's Talk About Leg Veins
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SOS! I've got pash rash!
Jo had a DM from a listener begging for us to talk about treatments for pash rash. It's come to our attention that a few of you are in isolation in new relationships and looking strikingly similar to Sharon from Kath & Kim.
Never fear - we're here to help and offer our best advice.
Products recommended:
mesoestetic post procedure fast
Ep 31: Professional VS Supermarket Haircare
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... How regularly are you washing your bra? According to Reader's Digest, you should wash your bra every 3 to 4 wears - we discuss what happens when you don't wash them regularly enough, and circle back to not washing our feet. DM us if you're also a little slack with washing your bras! Is professional haircare really worth the price? We asked Nata
Chris Appleton On JLo's Super Bowl Hair
Wait...an episode on a Wednesday?! What's happening? Well, we figured since we've got a bit of time on our hands that we'd interview some of our fave celebs and influential figures in the beauty industry, and share those interviews with you! First up: Chris Appleton joins us remotely from Los Angeles. Hairstylist to stars like JLo (our fave), Dua Lipa, Katy Perry and Kim Kardashian-West. Chris lets us in on carpark haircuts off Hollywood Boulevard with Kim, and which product kept JLo's hair in c
Ep 30: Removing Your Shellac/SNS At Home
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Removing Your SNS/Shellac At Home:
Jo shares the right technique for removing nail enhancements, courtesy of Chelsea from Trophy Wife Nail Art, and Jenna from The Beauty Company.
You'll need a nail file, cuticle stick, cotton wool, foil squares and acetone/nail polish remover, oh and a hell of a lot of patience.
DON'T FORGET THE CUTICLE OIL.
Our recommended pro
Ep 29: Our Fave Beauty Products Under $30
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Mess-free period sex: Yep, we said it. Throw out your black towel, ladies. Intimina's Ziggy Cup can be worn during sex, and our staffer Sam tried it out and reported back to us with her findings. You can shop Intimina here: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/intimina.html?utm_source=omny&utm_medium=podcast Our fave products under $30: Ya'll kno
Ep 28: What Happened When We Tried Milky Foot
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Milky Foot:
Could there be a better time to try Milky Foot?! We think not. Hannah took one for the team and tried it (although we do recommend listening back to Episode 18 with podiatrist Sarah to see if it's suitable for you). We find out what the process is like and how long you should expect your feet to peel for! Also, we can assure you, th
Ep 27: Exfoliation 101
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Smelly feet:
Dial a podiatrist! Our fave podiatrist, Sarah, gave us some insight into smelly feet, plus some awesome tips on how to prevent smelly feet from occurring in the first place, like leaving your shoes out in the sun to kill bacteria, using anti-fungal washing detergent, and wearing cotton and wool fibres.
All things exfoliation:
Dermal clinician James
Ep 26: All The Ways You Can Treat Redness
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
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Ingrown Hairs:
Jo asked her ex-colleague, cosmetic nurse Kristie Phillips to shed some light on ingrown hairs: how to treat them, what causes them and why laser hair removal is a game-changer. Remember, don't put AHAs on your labia - and if your ingrown hairs don't resolve on their own, see a dermatologist.
Treatment for redness (Laser Genesis):
Brooke Holmes f
Ep 25: Everything You Should Know About Hyaluronic Acid
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Let's talk about sex:
Category manager, Danielle Chee joins us to talk about the best-selling product from our sex category, and share why this technology is taking the world by storm and generating some seriously entertaining reviews on site.
You can shop Vush here: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/vush/vush-stimulation-the-empress.html?utm_sour
Ep 24: Lash Extensions VS Lash Lifts
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Nose hair:
Jo surprises Hannah with a treatment that we record on air - you'll have to head to our Instagram stories to see this surprise in action (trust us, you'll wanna see this).
Head to @adorebeauty to watch.
Lash Extensions VS Lash Lifts:
Jo's personal lash technician, Jenna, owner of The Beauty Company joins us to dish the dirt on extens
Ep 23: Why Am I Always Bloated?
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Bloating:
Nutritionist and founder of The Smoothie Bombs, Cinzia Cozzolino (@nutritiondarling) joins us to talk about bloating, what causes it, how to reduce it and what to do if you've got an event coming up (in Hannah's case, her sister's wedding!)
You can find Cinzia on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nutritiondarling/
Dermaplaning
Ep 22: Is LED Light Therapy Just A Gimmick?
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... We chat about...condoms. Co-founder of Jonny, Bec Park, joins us to talk about why she created a condom brand, what makes Jonny condoms different to those ones at 7-11, and why they're increasing their range of sizes. Shop Jonny here: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/jonny.html?utm_source=omny&utm_medium=podcast LED Light Therapy Jo shares a
Ep 21: Why You Need To Ditch Your Mascara Every 3 Months
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Look away now if eyes make you squirm!
Special guest (and fellow team member) Megan joins us for our cringey convo to discuss our gross eye stories (warning: they might make your skin crawl!). Hannah shares a rather strange childhood story that led to her winding up in the Eye & Ear Hospital.
Now onto eye health...
Dr Natalie Savin from Eye
Ep 20: Our Tips For Applying, Removing & Sleeping In Fake Tan
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
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Hair Loss
Trichologist Kay Fitzgerald, from Sinclair Dermatology, joins us to break down hair loss myths and reassure us that there's lots of options for both women and men experiencing different forms of hair loss.
Kay recommends the below products:
Kérastase Densifique Femme Cures: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/kerastase/kerastase-den
Ep 19: Choosing The Right Foundation For Your Skin Type
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UTIs
Hannah tells us a travel story that involves a UTI, a drip and a boat ride - and she tells us all her cure methods. Who else can relate to having a serious UTI on holiday?
Choosing Your Foundation:
Director of Artistry, Ross Andrewartha joins us to basically talk sh*t. We discuss foundation finishes, why Hannah is so shiny at 3pm, and whet
Ep 18: Is Your Nail Salon Fungus-Free?
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Before we begin this episode, we'd like to acknowledge the bushfire crisis Australia is currently facing. If you're in a position to join us in donating, organisations accepting donations include the Red Cross, Salvation Army, WIRES, Wildlife Victoria and Foodbank. Adore Beauty have pledged a $30,000 donation to the Red Cross and WIRES, as well
Ep 17: Answering All Your Frequently Asked Questions
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We get lots of questions from our loyal listeners, so we decided to wrap up the end of 2019 with a rapid-fire Q&A to answer some of your most frequently asked questions, from milia to purging.
The SPF face powders Joanna recommends are:
Colorescience Sunforgettable Total Protection Brush SPF30: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/colorescience/colorescience-sunforge
Ep 16: What Is Pigmentation & How Do You Treat It?
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The Weird Sh*t Your Family Does:
Sitting down in the shower, plucking your chin hairs on the couch, wearing panty liners every day, farting in the laundry... Every family has their own beauty quirks! DM us on Instagram to share yours: https://www.instagram.com/adorebeauty/
Pigmentation:
Sam from Advanced Skin Technology joins us to answer all o
Ep 15: Does The Big O Make You Glow?
This episode contains adult content of a sexual nature, including a discussion with sexologist about sex and self pleasure. To skip this discussion, please fast forward to around the 20 minute mark. Beauty IQ Uncensored is brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Does The Big O Make You Glow: Adore Beauty has just launched a sex category, so we're joined by sexologist Chantelle Otten to discuss how orgasms affect your your sleep, stress le
Ep 14: Professional Skin Needling, Explained
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Excess sweating:
We chat about excess sweating, also known as hypohidrosis, and Joanna reveals what it's like to have Botox under your arms (and if it actually works). Hannah also shares an interesting insight into her taste in men.
Skin Needling:
Derya Koch from Victorian Dermal Group joins us to talk all things skin needling; pre-care, post-
Ep 13: A Dermatologist Answers Your Sensitive Skin Questions
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Piercings: Hannah tried to tell Joanna a story about her belly button piercing gunk to gross her out... But guess what? Joanna gets the gunk too! On this week's cringy convo we discuss how we clean our belly button gunk, how to deal with an infected piercing and why you should think long and hard before getting a cartilage piercing. Sensitive S
Ep 12: Chemical Peels Aren't As Scary As They Sound
We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Oral health:
Cosmetic Dentist Dr Dee, founder of Vogue Dental Studios, joins us to answer all our oral health questions. We chat bad breath, tongue scrapers, teeth whitening and, as always, Hannah has a little confession to share.
You can follow Dr Dee on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/dr.dee_official/
Chemical peels:
Joanna and Hannah both got chemi
Ep 11: Got Cellulite? So Do We
Happy Monday beauties! Welcome back to Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Cellulite:
We're joined by model Jess King to talk all things cellulite. Spoiler alert: it's completely normal! It can affect up to 90% of women. You can follow Jess on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessraeking
We Interview A Cosmetic Chemist:
Ross is the founder of Biologi, which is the world's first 100% active natural plant serum. If you're interes
Ep 10: We Interview Our Boss, Kate Morris
Monday's made better with the new episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... Flaky scalp: A flaky scalp can be caused by lots of things; irritation, psoriasis and eczema, dryness, sensitivity to products, not washing the hair enough, not rinsing out product thoroughly enough, the list goes on. We're sharing our tips & tricks plus some of our fave products to prevent and treat a flaky scalp. Oribe Serene Scalp ra
Ep 9: How The Ordinary Gained Cult Status
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Body breakouts:
Bacne can we embarrassing... but don't worry it's something Joanna and Hannah have both dealt with, so they're sharing their tips to prevent body breakouts. If you're not keen on installing sandpaper in your shower, they both recommend using Skinstitut's Glycolic Scrub 14% as an alternative: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/skinstitut/skinstitut-gly
Ep 8: How To Structure A Skincare Routine
Happy Monday, Beauties! We're back for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Earwax:
Hannah started the week off a little rough, with a completely blocked ear and a trip to the doctor to get her earwax cleared out. We also discuss how NOT to clean your waxy AirPods.
How to structure a skincare routine:
Hannah got a good question this week: "I just always feel a bit confused about the right skincare rou
Ep 7: Busting Breakout Myths With A Skin Expert
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What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Hiding bathroom smells:
We share our personal strategies for going on a holiday with your partner with the first time. Our products:
Joanna's product: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/aesop/aesop-post-poo-drops-100ml.html?utm_source=omny&utm_medium=podcast
Hannah's product: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/poo-pourri
Ep 6: The Most Important Step In Your Skincare Routine
Welcome back Beauties for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
We've got facial hair:
Hannah discusses all the things she's learning about having facial hair (and getting it lasered off), and discovers there's a silver lining to every story.
This is the most important step in your skincare routine:
Ava Matthews from Ultra Violette joins us to talk all things SPF and why it's got such a bad rap. We delve into our
Ep 5: The Sh*t People Don't Tell You About Pregnancy
Welcome back Beauties for another episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty. What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked... How Your Body Changes During Pregnancy: "Salami nipples" and "zebra butt" were two phrases we didn't think we'd ever hear on the podcast. We bring in a very special and very hilarious guest to talk about all the sh*t she wish she knew before getting pregnant. Everything You'll Find In A Beauty Editor's Bathroom: At Hannah's request,
Ep 4: The Link Between Our Gut & Our Skin
We're BACK with the much anticipated 4th episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Period Undies:
We bought period undies (full price, mind you) to give our honest verdict on whether they *actually* work, and Hannah gives us an insight into another one of her quirky hygiene habits along the way.
Gut Health:
We sit down with Carla Oates from The Beauty Chef to talk about gut health and its link to our skin an
Ep 3: A Cosmetic Nurse Answers Our Injectables Questions
It's a controversial topic this week... but we think it's an important one! Beauty IQ Uncensored is brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Body odour:
For this week's cringy convo, we talk about making the switch to natural deodorant. Joanna's natural pick: https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/hunter-lab/hunter-lab-natural-deodorant-75g.html?utm_source=omny&utm_medium=podcast
And then somehow, we get onto the topic of farts. Because
Ep 2: The Anti-Ageing Ingredient Everyone Should Be Using
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Feminine hygiene wash:
In this week's cringy convo, we answer Hannah's burning question... Is feminine hygiene wash safe to use? She uses it, she loves it, and she's not ready to give it up. So we call a gynae to get the lowdown.
The anti-ageing ingredient everyone should be using:
For this segment Daniel Isaacs, Chief Product Officer at Medik8, ca
Ep 1: Everything You Want To Know About Serums
It's here! The first episode of Beauty IQ Uncensored, brought to you by Adore Beauty.
What’s on this episode? We’re glad you asked...
Laser hair removal:
Literally no topic is off limits here at Beauty IQ Uncensored. So for our very first segment, which we like to call our “cringy convo”, we are talking about all things hair removal. Hair removal is really up to personal preference, but if you’re thinking about laser, then you need to listen to this. We cover brazillians and bum hair, paradoxica