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 feel daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. Tegan and Sadaf walk us through exactly what to expect, from the initial consultation to post-treatment care. They discuss how to prepare, what questions to ask, and why seeking professional advice is worth it, even if you already have a solid skincare routine.

Adore Anonymous: Greek Yoghurt, or... Face Mask?

This week’s anonymous story had us in stitches. One listener shares the time their homemade face mask was mistaken for Greek yoghurt by their partner—and yes, they tried to eat it.

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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 top three formulas you’re loving right now.

Beauty IQ Hotline: Post-Holiday Reset

New year, new(ish) you? This week, we’re helping a listener who might have overindulged during the silly season (haven’t we all?). Tune in as we share simple, realistic tips for hitting the reset button—from restoring your skin barrier (La Roche-Posay Cicaplast is a lifesaver) to finding a routine you’ll actually stick to.

Stuff We Love: Kylie Jenner Cosmic Perfume

Kylie Jenner’s debut fragrance, Cosmic, has landed—and it’s already flying off the shelves. This week, we’re sniff-testing it live to see if the hype matches reality.

Finally, we need to talk about the VERITY cast announcement.

Products Mentioned:

• Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup Foundation
• Maybelline Superstay Active Wear 30HR Full Coverage Liquid Foundation
• M.A.C Cosmetics Studio Fix Fluid SPF15 30ml
• tbh Skincare Rebound Serum
• La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Baume+
• Kylie Jenner Fragrances Cosmic Eau de Parfum

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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 Breakdown: How to Protect It During Summer

Summer stresses your skin barrier, but Sadaf and Tegan are here to help. This episode dives into why it’s essential, how to spot trouble, and skin therapist-approved strategies (and products) to keep your glow going strong.

Adore Anonymous: Post-Breastfeeding Skin Breakouts

Our anonymous listener asks, “I’ve just stopped breastfeeding and I’ve broken out in pimples—why?” Sadaf and Tegan break down the possible causes of postpartum breakouts and share actionable advice to help get your skin back on track.

Products Mentioned:

• Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream 100ml
• La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ 100ml
• The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum - 30ml

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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 skin cancer rates and UV exposure risks, we’ve got a lot to say about this—and it’s a fitting way to wrap up our final Cringey Convo.

A Makeup Artist’s Most-Used Products in Her Professional Kit

Adore Beauty’s resident MUA and Content Manager Megan spills all on her most-used kit essentials. From radiant foundations to her ride-or-die brow product, she’s sharing pro tips to elevate your makeup game.

Want more insider wisdom? Head to YouTube for part two.

• Part one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gk2gEmBuBk
• Part two: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SduLOn0Fi2M

Products Mentioned:

• Napoleon Perdis Auto Pilot Pre-Foundation Primer
• elf Mattifying Putty Primer
• MAKE UP FOR EVER Step 1 Shine Control Primer
• M.A.C COSMETICS Studio Radiance Face & Body Radiant Sheer Foundation
• Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup Foundation
• elf Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter
• M.A.C Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish Natural
• MAKE UP FOR EVER Ultra HD Setting Powder
• Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder
• Anastasia Beverly Hills Soft Glam Palette
• Napoleon Perdis Sketch Pot Gel Eyeliner
• Huda Beauty Quick 'N Easy Precision Liquid Liner
• L'Oreal Paris Brow Lamination 24H Transparent Styling Gel
• MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Seal - Waterproof Liquid Converter

PWDKWN

• Hannah: Murad Age Reform AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser
• Mel: NYX Powder Louder Brow Pencil

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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 on the age-old question: should you keep or toss hotel amenities, like those tiny shampoo bottles? Tune in for some fun thoughts on this, and don’t forget to DM us your suggestions for Win, Bin, or Recycle!

Should I Cut Back on My Spendy Serums to Save Some Cash?

With budgets tighter than ever, many are questioning whether cutting back on expensive serums is the best way to save. In this episode, Sadaf and Tegan explore smarter ways to approach your skincare spending, offering tips on which products to prioritise and which ones to swap out for affordable options that still deliver results.

Adore Anonymous: Hydrating Face Mask?

An anonymous listener asks for hydrating mask recommendations for dry skin. Sadaf and Tegan share their go-to options that promise deep hydration and leave skin feeling plump and refreshed—perfect for tackling dry skin this season.

Products Mentioned:

• Aspect Probiotic Mask

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  Viviology Hydrating Sleep Mask

   

• Medik8 H.E.O. Mask

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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 applying makeup, including her genius trick of using the hairdryer’s cool shot function. Hannah chimes in with her own summer-ready hacks having lived in Thailand.

Our 2025 Beauty Predictions.

Mel and Hannah dive into their crystal ball to reveal the beauty trends set to dominate 2025, from biohacking and exosomes in skincare to bold makeup styles like cherry red lips and “sea witchery” vibes. They also discuss the return of 70s-inspired hair, genderless fragrances, and sustainable beauty products—all with a sprinkle of insider tea and predictions from the experts (and Google).

PWDKWN:

• Hannah - Boring Without You Make Me Wet™ Hydrating Milk Serum
• Mel - Antipodes Diem Vitamin C Water Cream $62

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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 lurking in your stash. Should you keep them for nostalgia, repurpose them, or finally say goodbye?

What Are Celebrities Doing to Their Faces in 2025?

Celebrity transformations have always been a hot topic, but in 2025, the game has changed. Welcome to beauty's "undetectable era," where treatments and tweakments deliver subtle yet striking results that leave us questioning–what's their secret? Skin Therapist Tegan speculates on the potential procedures behind their seemingly overnight glow-ups, from advanced skin boosters to the latest in non-invasive rejuvenation.

Adore Anonymous: Can You Layer Vitamin C and Other Serums?

This week, a listener asks about layering vitamin C serums with slightly oily textures alongside other treatments. Does it go on first, or should it be skipped altogether? Tegan clarifies the dos and don’ts of serum layering and shares her tips for keeping your routine effective without fuss.

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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 showing people the door.

Adore's Best-Selling Makeup of 2024.

This year brought us viral sensations, timeless classics, and a few surprise favourites in the world of makeup. We’re diving into the must-haves that topped Adore Beauty’s charts in 2024, as decided by you–our customers!

Products Mentioned:

• IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ SPF 50
• Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré Moisturiser 75ml
• Clinique Almost Lipstick - Black Honey
• Benefit Benetint Lip & Cheek Tint
• MAKE UP FOR EVER HD SKIN ALL-IN-ONE PALETTE - Shade H1
• Dermalogica Skinperfect Primer SPF30
• Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Makeup
• Benefit 24 Hour Brow Setter Clear Brow Gel
• Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base 50ml
• Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation

2024 PWDKWN: Best Beauty Product Under $50

• Hannah - AB LAB by Adore Beauty Barely There Luminous Skin Filter Primer
• Mel - L'Oreal Paris Lash Paradise Forever Noir Volumising Mascara

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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 suit you? Tegan and Sadaf debate whether it’s socially acceptable to repurpose a gift—are there rules, or is it fair game? Tune in to hear their take!

Adore Beauty's Best-Selling Skincare Products of 2024.

It’s time to spill the tea on the skincare products that topped Adore Beauty’s bestseller list in 2024! From holy grail Vitamin C serums to the SPF and under-eye heroes you can’t live without, Tegan and Sadaf break down the customer favourites that earned a spot in every beauty lover’s routine this year.

Adore Anonymous: Beef Tallow Skincare.

"Beef Tallow Skincare" has been taking over social media lately—but is it legit? In this week’s Adore Anonymous, Skin Therapist Tegan weighs in with her expert opinion. She discusses the potential benefits and pitfalls of using beef tallow for skincare, and why it’s become such a hot topic.

Products Mentioned:

• Skoop Skincare Babe Blotter Extra Drip, Blotting Paper
• M.A.C Cosmetics Macximal Silky Matte Lipstick Mini
• Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder
• SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Serum - 30ml
• Ultra Violette Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial SKINSCREEN SPF50+
• Skinstitut Gentle Cleanser 200ml
• Aspect Phytostat 9
• Medik8 Crystal Retinal 6
• BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask 4pk
• Ole Henriksen Banana Bright+ Eye Crème 15ml
• Alpha-H Liquid Gold Exfoliating Treatment 100ml
• Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Berry 20g
• COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch
• BOOST LAB Edelweiss Neck Firming Serum
• asap super B complex 30ml

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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 best to worst. Some we love, some we would happily leave behind in 2024.

Why Are We Obsessed With Doing More? A Psychologist Explains.

From tracking our steps to obsessively closing our rings, we’re pushing ourselves to be productive 24/7. But is all this hustle really making us feel better? To help us unpack the pressure and find balance over the holiday period, we’re joined by Dr Jodie Lowinger, a clinical psychologist, and anxiety, mindset, and resilience expert.

2024 PWDKWN: Best Hair Product

• Hannah - Coco & Eve Sweet Repair Pro-Repair Leave-In Treatment
• Mel - Olaplex No. 4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo

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Tegan and Sadaf are wrapping up 2024 with a holiday special packed full of this year’s most valuable beauty lessons. From mastering the art of long-lasting makeup to embracing your natural beauty, the co-hosts get deep as they reflect and share practical tips to take into 2025.

WIN, BIN, OR RECYCLE? Baby Wipes: Friend or Foe?

The great baby wipe debate is here – are they a handy makeup removal shortcut or a skin therapist's worst nightmare? Tegan and Sadaf discuss whether this divisive beauty habit deserves a spot in your routine—or if it’s time to toss it.

Top Beauty Lessons of 2024

What has this year taught us about beauty? Sadaf reveals the makeup trick that transformed her concealer game and opens up about the journey to embracing ageing and practising self-love. Meanwhile, Tegan reflects on the age-old tale of “less is more” and how this approach continues to shape her beauty philosophy today.

Adore Anonymous: Party-Proof Makeup Secrets

One listener asks: how do you keep your makeup looking flawless on a big night out? Sadaf delivers her go-to strategies for long-lasting glam, complete with product recs that won’t let you down—even after hours of dancing.

Products Mentioned:

• Huda Beauty Easy Bake Loose Powder
• M.A.C Cosmetics Studio Radiance Moisturizing & Illuminating Silk Primer
• M.A.C Cosmetics FIX+ STAY OVER 100ml
• M.A.C. Cosmetics FIX + ORIGINAL 100ML
• MAKE UP FOR EVER Mist & Fix 100ml Spray
• Benefit Benetint Lip & Cheek Tint
• MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Skin Foundation
• Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay In Place Makeup Foundation

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