That Beauty Podcast
That Beauty Podcast is hosted by Australian beauty editors Carli Alman and Bettina Tyrrell, who share honest reviews of products they've been trialling, discuss major beauty topics, and interview expert guests. With over 15 years of combined experience in media and publishing, they aim to help listeners build skincare routines and achieve a glowing complexion.
Episodes
Blepharoplasty, Injectables & Eye Skincare Explained with Dr Maryam Zamani
This week, we're talking all things eyes with Dr Maryam Zamani — Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon, Facial Aesthetics Doctor, and founder of MZ Skin. With over twenty years of experience across the US and UK, Dr Zamani breaks down what's happening as our eye area ages, why "tired eyes" isn't always about sleep, and walks us through everything from skincare and injectables throu
A Cat Perfume, The Latest Skin Tint To Try & Double the MVPs
After a brief (unintended) hiatus, we are back! And because some of you told us your favourite bits of the podcast are when we chat beauty and the MVPs, today's slightly chaotic and silly episode is just that. We're bringing you the beauty pitches that caught our attention, including the most interesting celeb perfume launch to date and which seat on a plane is optimal for your skin, and d
The Truths, Regulations and Marketing Fluff on Your Skincare Labels
We're talking about all the words on the front of your product packaging, things like "medical grade," "clean," "clinically proven," "natural" — the phrases that sound official. But is it really official?We also have Carli's review of Medik8's new PDRN serum, an update on Bettina's Crown Affair Finishing Hair Spray (it's not looking promi
Korean Skincare: What's Worth Buying, What's Overhyped & What's Next
KBeauty is everywhere and taking over our skincare regimens one product at a time. So what is it about Korean skincare that has us overhauling and expanding our routines? And, more importantly, is it all it’s cracked up to be? Dr Amy Chahal joins TBP to navigate what’s worth it in the Korean skincare space, what’s more hype than results, and what’s not really getting the flowers it deserves. Also
Winter Skin Is Chaos. Here's How To Fix It
Winter has a way of throwing your entire skincare routine into chaos. And we're not just talking about dry skin. Whether you're dealing with dullness, sensitivity or a compromised barrier, cold weather, wind, and indoor heating can trigger a whole range of issues that generic "moisturise more" advice just doesn't cover. In this ep, we're drilling down into the real causes
10 Products We’re Dying To Try
What's on a beauty editor’s wishlist? In this week's episode, we're taking you through the beauty products we're desperate to try, what appeals about them, and why you may want to add them to your own list. Also in this ep: an update on Bettina's hair colour since using her shower filter, what to look for in a travel cosmetics case, and where do you stand on wearing under-eye p
The Skincare Advice No One Tells You After 40 (Let Alone 50+)
Once you hit your 40s — and especially your 50s, 60s and 70s — it can feel like the skincare conversation just... stops. The campaigns, the influencers, the "holy grail" product roundups are all aimed at someone half your age, even though this is exactly the stage where your skin needs the most support. Hormones shift, barrier function changes, and the rules you grew up with don't al
Is It Just Regular Hair Shedding, Or Should You Be Concerned?
Hair loss is one of those topics that doesn't get nearly enough airtime, and yet so many of us will experience it at some point. Whether that's postpartum shedding, thinning through perimenopause, or changes that creep up without an obvious explanation, it's hard to know what's normal, what's not and what you can actually do about it. In this ep, we're joined by Cassandra H
The Best Budget Skincare You Can Buy At The Pharmacy
Looking for budget skincare buys that actually work? You've come to the right place! We're sharing the best retinoids, eye creams, skin treatments and more that you can find in the pharmacy aisle. We also have the best lip balm you haven't tried (yet!) and a hair mask with results that last wash after wash. Tune in now! The Ordinary Sulfur 10% Powder-to-Cream ConcentratePaula’s Choice
Are Peptides Worth the Hype? And Should We Be Injecting Them?
Welcome back to season 15!Have you noticed that peptides are everywhere at the moment? In our serums, moisturisers, toners and even injectables? What’s the fuss? Can they really do enough to warrant the hype? Should we bother using them? More importantly, should we be injecting them? Dr Memee Ahamd, Co-Founder and Medical Director of SkinCouture in London and a specialist in regenerative aesthetic
Deinfluencing Your Beauty Routine: 13 Things You Don't Actually Need
Usually we’re convincing you to buy into products and trends, but this week we’re doing things a bit differently - deinfluencing you on the things you DON’T actually need in your beauty routine. From multi-step skin routines to snapping up the latest viral product and buying every single shade of a blush from the same brand, here’s the reality check you may need to save your sanity (and some dolla
Can Facial Massage Really Lift & Sculpt Your Face?
Gua sha, facial rollers, sculpting tools — they’re everywhere. But are they actually doing anything for your skin, or just looking good on Instagram?In this episode, we sit down with skin therapist and facial massage expert Isabella Loneragan to break down what facial massage really does. From sculptural lifting to buccal massage and fascia-focused techniques, Isabella shares what’s happening bene
Makeup Tricks That'll Actually Make a Difference, with James Vincent
Makeup not looking the way you want or expect? In this episode, industry legend James Vincent breaks down the how of makeup - from foundation and concealer application to the brush tools you actually need, how to apply cream products, and the simple pro tweaks that make all the difference.Also in this ep: WWD’s top 100 beauty products of all time - the usual suspects, the surprises and the produ
The Pro Tips That Will Instantly Improve Your Beauty Routine
Consider this episode your cheat sheet to the beauty tips that will instantly upgrade your routine.We’ve interviewed some of the biggest names in beauty — across makeup, hair, skin and fragrance — and in this episode, we’re sharing the most useful (and sometimes surprising) advice we’ve learned and actually use.Carli breaks down why everyone on the internet is talking about Estée Lauder’s Double W
10/10 Makeup Products You Can Buy At The Pharmacy
Don't want to blow your budget on expensive makeup products? You don't have to - there are plenty of high quality makeup products in your local chemist that outperform their price tag. These are a few of our fave drugstore finds. Plus, a case for spending your money on a relaxing facial, the secret to Carolyn Bessette Kennedy's stunning hair and our MVPs of the week.Links below, as pro
Decoding Skincare Trends: From PDRN to Milky Toners with Dr Amy Chahal
Skincare trends move fast — from PDRN to milky toners and endless “barrier repair” products promising glassy, hydrated skin. But which of these buzzy ingredients actually work, and which are mostly marketing?This week on That Beauty Podcast, we chat with cosmetic doctor and skin expert Dr Amy Chahal to decode some of the biggest skincare trends circulating right now. Also in this episode:we share
What It Really Takes to Achieve a Kris Jenner-Level Skin Transformation
Celebrities like Kris Jenner, Lindsay Lohan and Demi Moore have been showing up on red carpets with smooth, glowing skin that looks like the youthful radiance of a woman in her 20s. It’s sparked a lot of interest in ageing backwards - but is it possible to do with skincare and professional treatments alone? We chat to Dr Michael Bassiri-Tehrani to find out the realities of these transformations an
Why Is Everyone Getting Skin Needling?
Skin needling — does it work, how much does it hurt, and should you ever use an at-home roller?In this week’s ep, we’re joined by Samantha Appel, founder of The Skin Bar (the experts in microneedling), to break down microneedling from start to finish. We cover what happens during an appointment, expected downtime, how many sessions you need for real results, and whether it truly helps with acne sc
2026 Beauty Trends: From Exosomes to Glass Hair and the Lip Serum Boom
Thanks to the internet and social media, it seems like we have a new beauty trend happening every minute, but what are some of the biggest trends we can expect to see in 2026? From clinical-grade ingredients targeting skin regeneration and longevity to glass hair, blurred lips and effortless, playful makeup, we break down what trend reports and industry experts are predicting for the year ahead.Pl
Is Hailey Bieber’s Rhode Skincare Worth The Hype?
Rhode has landed in Australia — but is Hailey Bieber’s skincare brand actually worth the major hype?In this week’s ep, we kick off the new season by putting Rhode under the microscope. We unpack how the brand blew up, why the internet is obsessed, and which products have gone viral for all the right or wrong reasons. From the hero formulas to the finishes everyone’s chasing, we share our honest op
Holiday Glam That Lasts: Pro Tips for Sweat-Proof, Dance-Proof, Heat-Proof Makeup
Holiday party season is here! Which means sparkles, bold colour, extra effort eyes and glowy skin… and, if you live in Australia, makeup that’s fighting for its life. Between the heat, the humidity, the sweat, the dancing and the running around from one event to the next, keeping your makeup in place can feel… basically impossible.So today we’re getting into all things holiday season glam with mak
A Formulator on What Your Routine Really Needs (and What It Doesn’t)
Skincare routines can feel like a lot — whether you’re someone who loves a 10-step lineup or you’re more of a cleanse-and-go minimalist. But how do you know which approach your skin actually needs? And is there really such a thing as doing too much… or too little?In this week’s ep, we’re joined by formulator and skincare founder Leighton Smith to help us unpack the rise of skin minimalism vs. maxi
Are You Actually Wearing Your Best Colours? Makeup, Hair & More with Colour Analyst Rachel Bilu
So often the colours we choose for our makeup — and even our hair — are dictated by trends or just personal preference. But how do we actually know if those shades suit us? And how transformational could it be to choose colours that genuinely work with our natural colouring?In this week’s ep, we’re joined by colour analyst Rachel Bilu, founder of Colour Lab Stylist, to help us figure out how our s
Our 2025 Holiday Beauty Gift Ideas for Every Budget
‘Tis the season for gifting (and to be gifted)! In this week’s ep we’re sharing our holiday gift picks and what we’d be buying ourselves for every budget. Plus, a discussion on Rini, the celeb-launched brand that’s sent the internet into a bit of a meltdown , some in-flight hydration tips for long-haul travel and, as always, our MVPs. Links below!Dr Prasanthi on RiniFollow Dr Prasanthi in Tiktok:
Get Vibrant, Healthy Hair All Summer Long with Monique McMahon
Sun, salt, sweat and swimming — summer can be brutal on our hair, especially if it’s coloured. So how do we keep it looking fresh, glossy and healthy when the heat hits? In this week’s ep, we’re joined by internationally renowned colourist Monique McMahon to talk all things summer hair care: from preventing dryness and damage to keeping your colour vibrant through every dip, beach day and blow-dry
SPF-Gate, Medi-Pedis & Facial Hair Removal: An Epic Beauty Catch Up
We’re back, beauties! Refreshed, refocused, and ready to dive into all things beauty. This week, we’re chatting about everything we would’ve told you if we’d been on the mic for the past six months. We break down the SPF controversies taking over your feed, Carli shares her experience with facial laser hair removal, and Bettina explains why everyone needs to book in for a medi-pedi. We also spill
Sensitive vs Sensitised Skin with Dr Ritu Gupta
When it comes to skincare, it seems like we just can’t stop talking about compromised skin barriers, sensitive skin and sensitised skin. But what does it all mean? Is there a difference between them? But most importantly, can sensitive skin be fixed? All very good questions, so in this week’s ep we have Dr. Ritu Gupta (MBBS (Hons), PhD, FACD), to helps us wade through what it means to have sensiti
Skincare That Works with Peter Thomas Roth
This week's guest launched his brand pre-computers and the internet. Now, his products go viral on Tiktok! We’re joined by skincare industry legend Peter Thomas Roth - founder, formulator and genius behind Peter Thomas Roth skincare. We discuss founding a brand, staying ahead of trends, making products that go viral and the importance of ingredients. We also have our MVPs (most valuable products o
From Preventative Botox to Mouth Taping: Which Trends Really Work?
It seems like every other week there’s a new beauty trend popping up promising to be the *thing* to help us achieve our beauty goals - LED masks, LED scalp devices, wrinkle patches, mouth taping, preventive botox, and the tip stitch are just a few. Understandably, it’s become quite hard to tell what actually works and what’s just clever marketing. That’s why we’ve brought in Dr. Michael Bassiri t
The High & Low Cost Skincare Products We Actually Buy Pt2
We're back with round two of our skincare faves! We’re sharing the products we actually buy, from exfoliants and face masks to eye creams and lip balms. Plus, we’ve got our weekly beauty MVPs—a best-selling shampoo and a high-fragrance candle that transforms any space into a home. Stick around for some beauty news headlines and tips on finding the best mascara for your lashes!Shownotes:EP: Ski
How To Nail Fresh, Radiant Makeup As Your Skin Changes
We all have our go-to makeup products and techniques, but what happens as we get older and suddenly it doesn’t seem to work like it used to? Today, we’re joined by Australian makeup artist, Amanda Ramsay, who’s on a mission to help women of any age feel fabulous and confident in their own skin. In this ep, we cover why it's important to reassess your makeup as you go from your 20s to 30s to 40
Teeth Whitening 101: What Works & What Doesn’t with a Dentist
In this episode we’re diving deep into all things teeth whitening. From professional treatments to at-home products, we’re joined by top dentist Dr Gama Verdian to break down what works and what doesn’t when it comes to achieving a brighter smile. Plus, we’re sharing our latest beauty MVPs—a high-performance tubing mascara and a compact blush that gives the freshest glow. Oh, and we’re clearing up
How To Truly Protect Your Skin From Ageing
Ageing skin comes with getting older, but did you know that 80% of it is actually caused by sun damage and could be preventable? In today’s ep, we’re joined by Dr Eleni Yiasemides to take us through photoageing - what it is, how we can prevent it, and the very accessible ingredients that can help treat lines, wrinkles, dullness, textured skin and the other signs of ageing. We’re also covering the
The 2025 Beauty Trends We’d Actually Recommend
Welcome back to Season 12 and a new year of beauty. We're diving into the beauty trends of 2025—the ones that are exciting, practical, and actually achievable. Because let’s be real: some beauty trends can feel a bit wild and click-baity. We’re also sharing our summer beauty saviors that got us through the holidays, the best value facial we’ve tried (ever!!), and of course, our beauty MVPs. Tu
Salon Etiquette: Cancelling, Greasy Hair & Not Loving The Result
We’ve all been there with hair appointments: unexpected cancellations, struggling to explain the look you want, or pretending to love a finished style when you secretly want to hide under a hat. These situations are so common—but what’s the best way to handle them? Today, we’re diving into salon etiquette with hairstylist and salon-owner Charlene Fernandez.
We also have our final MVPs of the year
How Your Skin Routine Should Change When You’re Pregnant
Worried about what’s safe and not safe to use in your skincare routine? Have you found your normally-clear skin is suddenly breaking out every 3 seconds? Are you experiencing the joy of a ‘melasma moustache’? Trying to manage your skin and skincare routine when you’re pregnant can feel confusing and overwhelming, so we asked Dr Yalda Jamali to join us to help simplify the dos, don’ts and helpful t
All The Hair Products We'd Actually Spend Our Money On
Hair is a huge part of our identity. It has the power to set us up for a great day, or a sh*t one. We take hair seriously here at TBP, so this week we’re sharing the hair products we personally choose to spend our own money on. From shampoos to scalp serums, treatments and hairsprays.
Plus, Carli gets an expert to weigh in on the 30-minute oil cleanse trend, and Bettina has found a solution for p
How To Avoid Congestion, Pigmentation, Oily Skin & More This Summer
It’s about to get hot and sweaty, but that doesn’t mean your skin has to suffer this summer. In this week’s ep, we’re helping you tackle the biggest skin, body and makeup issues with some product recs along the way. Plus, Bettina’s latest body care routine, how Carli is (mostly) successfully managing her congestion and our MVPs of the week.
Links below (there are HEAPS, so if your pod app doesn’t
The Making of a Beauty Product with Industry Expert Rohan Widdison
Have you ever wondered what it actually takes to make a beauty product? Or how much it’s even tested before it hits shelves? Does the cost of a product really correlate with tis efficacy? Maybe you’ve even considered starting your own beauty brand? Our guest Rohan Widdison, the Managing Director of New Laboratories, is lending his product development and manufacturing knowledge to the podcast. We
Holiday Gifts Ideas For Every Budget
Whether you’re looking to treat yourself or find the perfect beauty gifts to spoil your loved ones, we've got you covered. In this week's ep, we're sharing our picks of the best budget beauty buys (hello, office Kris Kringle!), the ultimate holiday splurges, and the advent calendars you should snap up before the gone. Also in this ep - the top-selling brands at Priceline, a game-changing (and easy
A Derm-Approved Teen Skincare Routine Plus Skin Tips We Should All Live By
Navigating skincare as a teen or tween, or a parent of one, is tough especially with the whirlwind of TikTok beauty trends that are so influential and eye catching.
So today, we’re diving into all things teen skincare with Dr. Leah Ansell, a mother of three, a board-certified dermatologist. Dr Ansell’s advice isn’t just for teens. We cover acne (and the foods that influence breakouts!), transitio
7 New Ways to Wear Sunscreen
Welcome to the next phase of the sunscreen-ification of our beauty routines! New hybrid products are making it easier than ever to wear sunscreen every day so here are all the ways you can be adding more sunscreen into your routine. Also: the new boom in fragrance, products we’d rebuy place if we lost our makeup bag, and our MVPs - a triple threat exfoliant and a barrier cream offering something e
The Skincare Secrets For Ageing Gracefully
In 2024, can we actually age gracefully? In the world of beauty, there's an increasing pressure to always look younger. But for a lot of us, we just want to look great for our age. Today we’re joined by expert aesthetician, Lisa Rush, who is going to help us do just that. We’re talking about how to look after your skin through your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond with the products and treatments to
Our Fave Blushes & How to Find Yours
Are you overwhelmed by blush and how to find the right one for you? What was once a simple makeup step now has so many formats, textures, shades and product options that it feels hard to choose. So in today’s ep, we’re breaking down the different blush types and which ones may work best for you, plus some tips on picking your shade (or shades), tools for application and where to apply. If that was
A Big Ol’ Beauty Chat with Emma Guns
Another season has come to an end, and to finish off with a bang, we brought in Emma Guns - podcast host, beauty editor, writer and best friend of some of the industry’s most impressive experts and founders - to pick her brain on all things beauty. From her favourite products, to how to overcome an overwhelming routine and why beauty is not, in fact, frivolous, there is so much juicy goodness from
The Most Effective Way To Layer Your Skincare with Dermatologist Dr Katherine Armour
Have you ever thought, how many serums is too many? Or what happens if you use too many skincare products? If you've accumulated countless skincare products and want to know how best to apply them so your skin actually benefits...this episode is for you! Friend of the show, dermatologist and found of Bespoke Skin Technology, Dr Katherine Armour is joining us to talk about the most streamlined
TikTok Beauty Trends Worth Trying (& Which Ones to Avoid)
Whether we like it or not, TikTok has become one of the most influential places for our beauty routines - from the products and trends we want to try, to the ingredients we need to know and the hacks we think will change everything.
But not all TikTok trends are created equal, so in this ep we’re taking you through which TikTok trends and hacks are legit, and which ones are best left on the scree
Why You're Addicted To Lip Balm With Lip Expert Sara Happ
Do you ever think about your lip health? Do you have a lip care routine? Why are your lips dry even though you apply a lip balm every couple of hours? Wonder no more! Today, we have lip expert, brand founder and - let’s be honest - lip scrub pioneer - Sara Happ, who is often credited with creating the first commercially successful lip scrub way back in 2005 and bringing the concept of lip scrubs i
How To Expertly Cover Greys With A Box Dye, According To A Top Sydney Colourist
When it comes to at-home hair colour and box dyes, we’re often advised to steer clear. But there are a lot of benefits of being able to colour your hair yourself and at home ($$$ anyone?). In this week’s ep, we called on award-winning Sydney hair colourist and ambassador for Clairol’s Root Touch Up box dye, Belinda Jeffrey, to share her tips on how to colour our hair at home like a pro.
Also in t
Why Your Skin Needs Antioxidants & How To Find The Right Ones
Antioxidants are universally loved in skincare for their calming, brightening, and protective benefits. Most skin experts will recommend you use an antioxidants product in your routine every day, but how do you find one that works best for your skin? Today, we'll explore what antioxidants are, which ones to look for, and some top products containing them.
We also have an amazing new beauty res
Beauty Products We’d Actually Buy: Makeup Edition
Welcome to a bumper ep of product recommendations! This week we’re taking you through the makeup products we’d actually buy, and we have something to suit all budgets. So if you’re on the hunt for a new foundation, concealer, mascara or blush, this one’s for you. Also in this ep - the TBP Roadtest product that gave us both juicy, bouncy skin, how to get a healthy glow when your skin is feeling a l
Lash Growth Serums, Proper Mascara Removal & Expired Eyeshadow with Dr Alexa Hecht
When it comes to beauty, our eyes are a major focus. But something that we might not consider when we’re applying our mascara or lying on the treatment bed waiting for our lash lift to set is the health of our eyes and what impact primping and prettying them could have long-term. So, today we're bringing in an expert who knows both sides of the story – Dr. Alexa Hecht, a Toronto-based optometr
Ageing Hair, The Importance Of Wearing a Hat & Managing Greys with Dr Leona Yip
When we talk about beauty and ageing, we often think about our skin, but how often do you think about hair ageing? In this week’s ep, we’re joined by Dr Leona Yip, dermatologist and Alopecia specialist (with a very impressive resume, btw) about hair ageing beyond greying, the major causes - and the biggest one - is there anything we can do to prevent or reverse the effects. (And yes, we did ask he
Glowing Skin Tips To Combat Dry & Dehydrated Skin With Dr Shreya Andric
Welcome to Season 10 of That Beauty Podcast! We want to ensure you have plump, supple skin all year-round so we have Medical & Cosmetic Dermatologist and Consulting Dermatologist for the skincare brand Sukin, Dr. Shreya Andric joining us today to share her knowledge on how to combat dry winter skin.
We also review our MVPs, a stellar cleanser and a mascara for sensitive eyes.
Products menti
The Basics Of Sunscreen with Ultra Violette's Ava Chandler-Matthews
Historically, sunscreen has had a pretty daggy reputation. Until brands like Ultra Violette completely changed the game with sophisticated formulations, making slip slop and slappin' on a SPF commonplace in our skincare routines. But what if you're still unable to find a sunscreen you like...Or you're still not quite convinced you need to wear one everyday (even in winter)... Or maybe you're apply
The Skincare Products We’d Actually Buy as Beauty Editors Who’ve (Almost) Tried It All
In our time as beauty editors we’ve tried a lot of products. But which ones would we actually go out and spend our hard-earned money on? In this week’s ep, we’re taking you through a few of the skincare products we’ve bought on repeat - and there’s something for all budgets. Also in this ep: The instagram meme making us question the right order to get ready, the homegrown Aussie brand going viral
Makeup Tips to Lift Features & Boost Radiance with Erica Taylor
Our makeup should evolve as we age. But when do we know when it's time to change it up? And how? What do we do differently? Our guest today is an expert in EXACTLY this topic! Erica Taylor is a makeup artist and educator with nearly 30 years experience in the cosmetic industry, and she has some of the best tips we've come across to lift your features and boost radiance for glowing, gorgeous makeup
11 Useful Lessons We’ve Learnt About Managing Ageing Skin and Wrinkles
Over the years, we’ve been incredibly lucky to pick the brains of some of the best skin experts in the industry. From the ingredients to use to the habits to ditch, we’ve learnt a fair amount about managing ageing skin - and today we’re sharing some of them with you.
Also in this episode: Bettina tried one of Carli’s recent MVPs, we chat through some of the bloody clever beauty products on the mar
Which Hair Products Should You Be Actually Using with Jaye Edwards
Do you get overwhelmed at all the hair styling products available to you? Do you get confused whether or not you should use a hairspray, a shine spray or texture spray once you’ve finished doing your hair? Well, this episode has been specially made just for YOU. We're joined by Jaye Edwards - founder, director and colourist of Edwards and Co and educator AND founder of his own hair brand Jaye Hair
Do You Really Need A Day Cream, Night Cream AND Eye Cream?
The short answer? It depends. So we’re breaking down the purpose of day, night and eye creams, the ingredients that are most beneficial, and why you might want to use/ditch it.
Plus - are you interested in getting into the no mascara trend? We aren’t, but we have some tips if you still want your lashes to look defined. And if that wasn’t enough, Bettina’s telling us about the emergency beauty buy
The Right Way to Exfoliate with Dr Prasanthi Purusothaman
Exfoliation is key to a glowing complexion…when done right. Skin exfoliation can go oh-so wrong and cause all sorts of issues for your complexion and routine. So we’ve called in Dr Prasanthi Purusothaman, a general practitioner and cosmetic doctor who believes in a holistic approach to happy, healthy skin and who herself has worked through managing her own skin conditions growing up. She helps us
8 Super Easy Ways To Fight Frizz
Struggling with what this humidity is doing to your hair? Same! So we put together a list of a few small, very easy things you can do to reduce the frizz, smooth down the fuzz, and boost the gloss and shine. There’s also a fun chat on which beauty products we think are scams, Carli talks through her cruise holiday beauty highs and lows and we dish on our MVPs: a body lotion that smells just like a
Skincare Dupes, Tween Skin & the Brands to Buy (and avoid) with Jayde Taylor
Ever wonder if you've been duped by beauty marketing or a product really is worth it? This week we're bringing you the voice of beauty reason Jayde Taylor. Jayde is one of the most refreshing beauty voices on social media. She uses her expert knowledge to provide evidence-backed research in a way that’s easy to understand, brutally honest, and bloody funny. In our chat we bust beauty BS and mine h
Skin Streaming, Serum Deodorant & Scandi Hair: We’re Back with 2024’s Biggest Beauty Trends
Welcome back to a new year, a new season and a tonne of new beauty trends. WTF is ectoin skincare? Is blue makeup really back? And how many versions of the bob even exist?
In our first ep back, we’re taking you through what’s predicted to be big in hair, skin, makeup and more, talking about our anti-resolutions, and sharing why experts are saying millennials are the youngest generation. Plus, we’
5 Skin Rules to Follow, According to an Expert
The path to radiant, glowing and healthy skin doesn’t always feel so straightforward, but thankfully when you’ve got the right intel, things are a whole lot easier. Enter Vita Catanzariti, founder of Dolce Vita Skin and a bonafide skin whisperer with over 25 years of experience, who joins us in this week’s ep to share her (easy peasy) rules for your best skin yet. We’ve also got our final MVPs of
REPLAY: You Can’t Get Addicted To Lip Balm, Bakuchiol Isn’t Retinol & Busting Other Skin Myths
Well...The last week got the better of us (work, moving house, life etc) and put a slight delay in our final ep of the season. So today we bring you a replay of one of our favourite interviews - a chat with beauty's biggest truth-teller and founder of Paula's Choice, Paula Begoun.
In this ep Paula delivers no-BS beauty advice, and here's just a taste of what we cover in this ep: Does oily skin ne
Dupes, Cost Vs Quality & Using Expired Products with Kia Ragland
Can a brand really copy another brand's product? What happens if you use expired products? What's the difference between a foundation that costs $12 and one that costs $50? This week's guest is here to answer all this more! Kia Ragland is the Director of Product Development at one of the world’s biggest celebrity beauty and skincare brands. This means she knows products inside-out, and she's here
Underrated Beauty Brands, Concealing Pimples & Embracing Your Greys
Grey hair is one of those beauty topics that’s often looked as an embarrassing one to solve. But this week’s guest may have you rethinking that stigma and curious about a full grey hair transformation. Tune into our chat with grey hair expert (and the man behind Jane Fonda’s silver style) Jack Martin, where he shares your options when you start getting greys, how to make sure your root colour does
Why A Keratin Treatment Is The Secret To Wash & Wear Hair
In the search for wash and wear hair, there really is only one option - a keratin treatment. This in-salon process is the secret to smoothing waves, softening curls and taming unruly frizz. In this week's ep we share everything you need to know about keratin treatments plus Carli's personal experience and review.
Plus, we share our product recommendations for easy, stress-free fake tanning - just
What To Do When You’re Stuck With The Wrong Shade of Foundation with Lori Taylor Davis
Ever been stuck on how to pick your right foundation shade? Or worse, completely botched it and now you’re trying to make the wrong one work? Allow Lori Taylor Davis to help. A mainstay in the makeup industry for more than 20 years and the Global Pro Lead Artist for Smashbox, Lori has a few tricks up her sleeve that she shares with us today. We predict you’ll be adding a new blush to your beauty w
Understanding Skincare Ingredients & Claims with Dr Ellie Bradley
Why do some products with the same ingredients differ so much in price? How do we spot a marketing gimmick? Are clinical trials proof a product works?
When it comes to skincare, we know you like to know what’s what - especially when it comes to ingredients and product claims. The tricky thing is, the more we know, the more confusing and overwhelming things get. Today we're joined by Dr Ellie Brad
A Very Big, Very Thorough Deep Dive on Hair Tools
Hair tools can be one of the biggest expenses in your beauty routine - so how do you know where it’s worth spending and what’ll likely be a waste of your money? In this ep we’re breaking down the most common hair tools on the market, what they do, who they’re good for, and - as always - some recommendations from our personal experience. So if you’ve been wondering if the Dyson Airwrap is actually
Anti-wrinkle, Filler, And Liquid Face Lifts with Dr Aaron Stanes
When it comes to talking about healthy, glowing, bouncy, radiant skin, the conversation often leads to injectables - what options are there, how long do results last, and most importantly, how safe they are. So we’re talking to a real expert to answer all of our (and your!) questions. We’re joined by cosmetic doctor, Dr. Aaron Stanes of Cosmetic Connection. We asked him all about liquid nose jobs,
9 Ways to Bring Bounce Back to Your Skin
Have you ever had that moment where you look in the mirror and it seems like your skin has lost its bounce, pep and glow? SAME. This week’s ep is all about how you can bring it back to life and regain that radiance and plumpness. Also - the quick-dry longwear nail polish we think everyone should know exists, facial memberships and our MVPs: a delicious balm cleanser and the easy $20 eyeshadow.
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How Many Makeup Brushes Do You Really Need? With Rae Morris
We're back for another season! And we have a whopper ep for you. We have our MVPs (the ones we've been waiting weeks to share with you!) plus we're joined by a special guest. Legendary makeup artist and no1 best-selling author Rae Morris is back to answer some of our burning makeup questions and help us wade through the sometimes confusing world of makeup brushes and makeup application.
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How Not To F*** Up Your Skin Barrier
If there’s one skin topic as popular as active ingredients, it’s the skin barrier. And that’s often because they go hand-in-hand. The beauty world is currently obsessed with fixing the skin barrier, so in this week's ep, we're going to tell you how to avoid damaging it in the first place.
Plus we have our MVPs - a balm cleanser that we'll both be buying again and tanning drops to bring life back
BEAUTY HOTLINE: Is It Okay To Mix Skincare Brands?
Welcome to Beauty Hotline, our weekly mini ep where we answer your burning beauty questions.
This week, Julie is asking if it's okay to mix skincare brands. Tune in to find out if it's better to use products all from the one brand, or if mixing and matching your skincare will give you better results.
Products featured in this ep:The Ordinary Glucoside Foaming CleanserSoftware Skin Vitamin C + Fer
Embarrassing Beauty Problems, Solved
Beauty can be super glam, but it can also be the total opposite. Today we're solving the unglamorous beauty problems that you Google instead of asking your friends - thinning hair, chicken skin, unwanted facial hairs, cracked heels and more.
This week we’ve partnered with Mx Skincare for a TBP Road Test of a day and night moisturiser that we loved more than we expected we would, plus we’re celebra
BEAUTY HOTLINE: How Do I Use Purple Toning Products for Blonde Hair?
Welcome to Beauty Hotline, our weekly mini ep where we answer your burning beauty questions.
This week, Kate has a question about the right way and how often to use purple toning products to help keep brassiness at bay. Tune in to find out if you need to use a purple shampoo, conditioner and mask, how often you should use a toning product, and the right way to get best results.
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A Fragrance Expert's Guide To Picking Your Perfect Perfume
Have you ever wanted to find your signature fragrance but have no idea where to start? Or maybe you feel like it’s time to transition from the perfume you’ve worn everyday since your 20s to something a little different? Finding your perfect perfume isn’t always easy, so we brought on fragrance expert and Fragrances of the World Evaluation and Communications Manager, Clayton Ilolahia to help guide
