Beauty IQ Uncensored

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Beauty IQ Uncensored is Adore Beauty’s must-listen podcast for straight-talking beauty lovers. Each week, we bring you two episodes filled with product reviews, skincare deep dives, and unfiltered beauty chat—because beauty should be fun, not confusing. Mondays – Beauty IQ Uncensored: Beauty journos Mel and Hannah get into the good, the bad, and the unhinged of beauty. Expect trending product road tests, viral beauty deep dives, and your most hilarious beauty confessions. Wednesdays – Beauty IQ Expert: Beauty editor Sadaf and skin therapist Tegan tackle the science of beauty. From skincare myths to ingredient breakdowns and pro tips, this is your go-to for expert-backed beauty advice. DM us your questions @adorebeauty www.adorebeauty.com.au

  1. 5d ago

    Yep, 'Fibremaxxing' Can Give You Clearer Skin

    This week on Uncensored, Mel has stumbled across an account dedicated to genius beauty products that don’t exist… but absolutely should. She shares some of the most jaw-dropping inventions with Tegan before the pair dream up a few fantasy beauty products of their own.Then, Tegan takes us inside her recent visit to Shape House in Melbourne, where she tried one of their famous lymphatic drainage massages. Consider her officially converted. She breaks down exactly what the treatment involved and why she loved it so much.Friend of the pod Yads Cauchi is back, this time wearing her clinical nutritionist hat, to talk all things ‘fibremaxxing’. The TikTok trend is giving our collective protein obsession a run for its money, and Yads is a big fan. She explains what getting enough fibre can do for your skin and body, plus shares some simple ways to sneak more of it into your everyday diet.Finally, it’s a double PWDKWN! Tegan and Mel have both been putting the new Shark Beauty SpeedStyle Pro FLEX Hair Dryer System through its paces. And when they say speed style, they mean it.Everything mentioned: Yads' website Shape House website Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Yep, 'Fibremaxxing' Can Give You Clearer Skin

  2. Aug 31

    Every Skincare Peptide You Need to Know About and What to Buy

    This week on Expert, Tegan’s had a great haircut, and she’s officially on board with the matte makeup revolution happening right now. Meanwhile, Sadaf lets us have a nosy peek inside her Euro travel first-aid kit (not sexy, but fascinating) and shares the must-haves that made the cut. Then, it’s time for Win, Bin, Recycle, and this week the team are rating tubing mascara. In a rare BeautyIQ moment, Tegan and Sadaf actually agree on where it belongs. Next, Tegan gives us the lowdown on peptides in skincare. What exactly do they do? Who should be using them? And where do they fit into your skincare routine? She breaks down the different types of peptides, how to layer them and shares plenty of peptide-packed product recommendations. Finally, in Adore Anonymous, listener Daphne has a sheet mask question: once you’ve peeled it off, are you supposed to rinse away all that leftover serum? The team settles the debate. Products mentioned: Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Mousse – Pinky Brown Bombshell PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara AB LAB by Adore Beauty Pep-Pro Grow Tubing Mascara PCA Skin Pro-Max Age Renewal Medik8 Liquid Peptides Dermalogica Phyto-Nature Firming Serum SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Matrixyl 10 Boosting Shot Ampoule Société Vitamin D Complex Biodance Pore Perfecting Collagen Peptide Serum The Ordinary Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% Serum COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows. Credits: Hosts: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Every Skincare Peptide You Need to Know About and What to Buy

  3. Aug 24

    You're Missing Out If You Don't Have a 'Moisturiser Wardrobe'

    This week on Uncensored, is beauty entering its soft face era? Tegan and Mel have noticed a growing number of celebrities hitting the red carpet with barely-there makeup, and sometimes, no mascara at all. Is the full-glam era officially on the way out, and are we ready to embrace our natural lashes? Mel has also discovered a new favourite TLC treatment after visiting NAP Head Spa in Sydney. Think scalp care, relaxation and a very serious dose of self-care. Has Mel finally found her ultimate beauty indulgence? Then, friend of the podcast and dermal clinician Yads Cauchi is back to talk us through the concept of a moisturiser wardrobe. Because why should we have just one moisturiser? Yads explains why different skin needs, seasons, and situations call for different formulas, plus she shares the moisturisers she reaches for herself. Mel has found her new overnight lip treatment, and it's one she wasn't expecting to love, and Tegan has a sheet mask that's her new go-to before a night out.Products mentioned: Aspect Probiotic Mask La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream Bioderma Sensibio Collection Bioderma Hydrabio Collection Aspect Gentle Clean CeraVe Advanced Repair Balm Skinceuticals Ultra Facial Defence SPF50+ Ole Henriksen Pout Preserve Peptide Lip Treatment in Citrus Sunshine Laneige Cream Skin Milky Hydration Sheet Mask Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    You're Missing Out If You Don't Have a 'Moisturiser Wardrobe'

  4. Aug 17

    Yes, Your Neck & Decolletage Deserve Skincare Too

    This week on Expert, Sadaf and Tegan are putting their beauty budgets to the test. They reveal the categories they’re happy to splurge on, where they prefer to save, plus all the products they’re loving right now. Then, it’s time for Win, Bin or Recycle, and the team is divided over... voice notes. Are they a cute way to stay connected or just plain annoying? Plus, Tegan makes the case for giving your ‘neck and dec’, aka neck and décolletage, a little more love. These often-forgotten areas get plenty of sun exposure and can show signs of premature ageing, so are we really giving them the skincare attention they deserve? Products mentioned: Maybelline New York Surreal Extensions Mascara e.l.f. Cosmetics Halo Glow Liquid Filter Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation Dior Backstage Face & Body Foundation Medik8 Crystal Retinal Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Maybelline New York Super Lock Brow Glue Gel La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ Viviology Ceramide Moisturiser SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore Moisturiser Huda Beauty Blush Filter Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Davines Oi Shampoo Aspect Gentle Clean Maybelline Sky High Lash Sensational Mascara Givenchy Prisme Libre Glow Serum Foundation Cosmedix Define PCA Skin Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster K18 Peptide Prep Detox Shampoo L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular Mask PCA Body Therapy L’Occitane Almond Shower Oil PCA Skin Perfecting Neck & Décolleté BOOST LAB Edelweiss Neck Serum Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows. Credits: Hosts: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Yes, Your Neck & Decolletage Deserve Skincare Too

  5. Aug 10

    The Low-Down on Blephs: From Downtime to Results

    This week on Uncensored, Mel’s got a dry lips hack from... 1911? Yep, you read that right. She’s unearthed an old-school beauty trick that might just be the answer to your chronically cracked lips. Plus, Tegan and Mel are officially converts to exfoliating body lotions. And before you assume they’re only for tackling body acne, think again. These multitasking formulas can be absolute miracle workers for dry, rough skin. Then, Dr Phoebe Jones from Beauty By Doctor is back, this time to demystify blephs, aka blepharoplasty. Is eyelid surgery really as scary as it sounds? What does the procedure involve, what kind of results can you expect, and just how much downtime is there? For PWDKWN, Tegan has a laundry product that is about to blow your mind, particularly if you’re a messy cook. Meanwhile, Mel has returned to a foundation she initially wasn’t sold on, but has since become her go-to for weekend, no-makeup makeup. And finally, Tegan has a skin treatment recommendation for Mel, who is 40 and has never had one before. Will she be convinced to finally give it a go? Products mentioned: PCA Body Therapy Moisturiser CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream Alpha-H Retinol Reboot Exfoliating Body Treatment Some By Mi AHA PHA BHA Miracle Calming Lotion Make Up For Ever HD Skin Hydraglow Foundation Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Low-Down on Blephs: From Downtime to Results

  6. Aug 3

    Is Your Cleanser Letting Your Skin Down?

    This week on Expert, Tegan walked into the studio looking suspiciously glowy, so naturally Sadaf immediately grilled her on the products behind that radiant complexion, including a K-beauty facial spray Tegan is currently obsessed with. Then it's time for Win, Bin or Recycle, where hair rollers are on the chopping block. Are they still worth the effort, or have newer styling tools made them obsolete? Next, Tegan explains why your cleanser might be the most underrated product in your skincare routine. It's not about spending a fortune – it's about understanding your skin type and choosing a formula that works with it, not against it. Expect plenty of recommendations from our favourite skin therapist, too. Finally, in Adore Anon, the team help a listener who's developed a crush on her gym trainer and wants to know: is it okay to wear makeup to the gym? Tegan and Sadaf discuss the best approach to gym-proof makeup, how to avoid clogged pores and the products they'd actually recommend if you want to look polished without compromising your skin.Products mentioned: Maybelline New York Lash Sensational Sky High Mascara Givenchy Le 9 de Givenchy Eyeshadow Palette MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Velvet Teddy MAC Cosmetics Lipstick in Kinda Sexy Givenchy Prisme Libre 4-Color Loose Powder d'Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum Maybelline New York Super Lock Brow Glue Laneige Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner & Moisturizer Oribe Dry Texturising Spray Mermade Hair Hot Rollers Kitsch Ceramic Thermal Rollers Aspect Skincare Purastat 5 Cleanser Aspect Skincare Gentle Clean Facial Cleanser Cosmedix Purity Solution Nourishing Deep Cleansing Oil Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water Skinstitut Gentle Cleanser CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil L'Oréal Paris True Match Nude Plumping Tinted Serum L'Oréal Paris Bright Reveal Tinted UV Fluid SPF 50+ Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows. Credits: Hosts: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Is Your Cleanser Letting Your Skin Down?

  7. Jul 27

    How Your Gut Could Be Affecting Your Skin Health

    This week on Uncensored: Instagram made Mel do it... and it did not go well! She put a viral contour and blush hack to the test, with results that prove not everything you see on your feed should be replicated at home, friends. Then, in We Tried It, Mel and Tegan spritz their way through a selection of fragrances, deciding exactly who each scent is for. Like, exactly. They're getting very specific, so whether you're after a new everyday perfume, something sexy for date night or a signature scent that gets compliments, we've got recommendations. We're also joined by Leelah Linke, founder of St. Skin Melbourne, to unpack the connection between your gut, hormones, stress and skin. What can you actually do to support your skin from the inside out? Leelah breaks down the science behind the skin-body connection and shares practical advice you can start using today. Plus, in PWDKWN, Tegan shares the candle hack that's changed the way she burns expensive candles, and Mel has a slicked-back bun trick that works even if you have a fringe. Products mentioned:  Giorgio Armani My Way EDP Burberry Her EDP Kilian Paris Good Girl Gone Bad Kilian Paris Angels’ Share Kilian Paris Love, Don't Be Shy Marc Jacobs Daisy Murakami Blue Limited Edition EDP who is eijah Muse EDP Memo Paris Marfa ED Glasshouse Fragrances Midnight In Milan Glasshouse Fragrances Velvet Rhapsody Glasshouse Fragrances One Night In Rio Eleven Australia Smooth Me Now Flyaway Balm K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.Credits: Hosts: Melissa Mason and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How Your Gut Could Be Affecting Your Skin Health

  8. Jul 20

    Exosomes, PDRN & Peptides: Buzzy Beauty Ingredients, Decoded

    This week on Expert, we're talking about the beauty products that genuinely changed the way we do our routines. Sadaf has a concealer that's earned permanent status in her makeup bag and a styling tool that's made her a once-a-week wash girl, while Tegan has discovered a dry shampoo that delivers serious volume, a two-minute hair mask that actually works, and the hair accessory that's officially replaced claw clips. Plus, we investigate whether blue-light glasses are actually worth wearing or just another wellness trend. Then in our deep dive, Tegan is unpacking the next wave of skincare ingredients. From PDRN and exosomes to peptides, she explains what they are, what the science says, and who might benefit from adding them to their routine. And in Adore Anonymous, we help a listener who's looking for the easiest way to master liquid eyeliner, with our favourite beginner-friendly formulas and application tips. Products mentioned: K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Concealer L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Molecular Rinse-Off Mask Shark FlexStyle Dermalogica Future Code Booster Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum Medik8 Exo-PDRN Prismatic+ Serum The Quick Flick Winged Eyeliner Stamp MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Resist Color Ink Liquid Eyeliner MAC Pro Longwear Fluidline Gel Eyeliner and Brow Gel Adore Beauty Tools of the Trade Angled Detail Brush Benefit Roller Liner Liquid Eyeliner Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows. Credits: Hosts: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald Producer: Melissa Mason For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Exosomes, PDRN & Peptides: Buzzy Beauty Ingredients, Decoded
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Beauty IQ Uncensored is Adore Beauty’s must-listen podcast for straight-talking beauty lovers. Each week, we bring you two episodes filled with product reviews, skincare deep dives, and unfiltered beauty chat—because beauty should be fun, not confusing. Mondays – Beauty IQ Uncensored: Beauty journos Mel and Hannah get into the good, the bad, and the unhinged of beauty. Expect trending product road tests, viral beauty deep dives, and your most hilarious beauty confessions. Wednesdays – Beauty IQ Expert: Beauty editor Sadaf and skin therapist Tegan tackle the science of beauty. From skincare myths to ingredient breakdowns and pro tips, this is your go-to for expert-backed beauty advice. DM us your questions @adorebeauty www.adorebeauty.com.au

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