Chemist Vs. High-End: Where To Spend & Where To Save
You Beauty16 Mar 2025

Chemist Vs. High-End: Where To Spend & Where To Save

We got asked a spicy question: Do we feel guilty recommending high-end products with so many great options at the chemist? Here’s our official take!

Plus, a skincare newbie just hit us up for advice—so we’re sharing our ultimate product recos to get you started!

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

MECCA MAX WATERCOOLER Calming Hydration Serum 30ML $26

Simple 3% Hyaluronic Acid + b5 Booster Serum 30ml $20
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel 50g $38
CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel Cream 52ml $25.99
ASGFR The Wrap $110

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NIVEA Q10 40% off in Chemist Warehouse from the 13.3.25 to the 26.3.25

Disclaimer: On sale until 26.03.25. While stocks last.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Sunscreens are only one part of sun protection. Avoid prolonged high-risk sun exposure. Reapply frequently.
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Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Leigh Campbell

Producer: Cassie Merritt

Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

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Our Hack For Smelling Expensive On A Budget

Our Hack For Smelling Expensive On A Budget

Today, Kelly's sharing her latest hack for feeling fancy with your body moisturiser routine on a budget.  Plus, our favourite mineral primer just got a glow-up.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  SPENDY:  Okkiyo PRIORITEYES MASCARA $43 Gucci THE ALCHEMIST’S GARDEN EAU DE PARFUM $545 SAVEY: Nude By Nature HYDRA STICK FOUNDATION $37 Nivea Rich Nourishing Body Lotion $8.45 SHOP MY STASH:  Nude By Nature Perfecting Primer Correct $30 VEGAMOUR Gro Lash Serum $118 EMPTY: Kérastase Blond Absolu Bain Ultra-Violet $54 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386.  Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. Want this and other podcasts delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our podcast newsletter. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Erin Docherty Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Des 202313min

The Ultimate Skin Care Routine for Dry Skin

The Ultimate Skin Care Routine for Dry Skin

Kelly's your personal shopper, and today (due to popular demand) she's bringing you her ultimate dry skin hydration guide.  Listen to our episode on how to nail your base makeup products here. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  PIXI Hydrating Milky Mist $22 Dermalogica hyaluronic ceramide mist $67 Sodashi Rejuvenating Serum $131 Bioderma Sensibio Defensive Rich Ultra-Nourishing Moisturiser $34 La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Facial Moisturiser $29 BIOSSANCE Squalane + Marine Algae Eye Cream $99 BYS Face Primer with Hydrating Pearls $10 Mcobeauty Miracle Hyaluronic Tinted Serum $35 Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Complexion Drops $109 NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer $51 NYX Professional Makeup Bare With Me Concealer Serum $27 Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist $79 Ipsum Best Skin Replenishing Mist $49 SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386.  Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. Want this and other podcasts delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our podcast newsletter. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Host: Kelly McCarren Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Des 20238min

Our Beauty Resolutions For 2024

Our Beauty Resolutions For 2024

Today, we're discussing everything we want to start and stop doing in the new year when it comes to our faces.  And, the 'quiet luxury' hairstyle of the year has been announced - we have thoughts.  Plus, we need to talk about the way the media talks about famous women and ageing.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  Victoria Beckham Beauty Satin Kajal Liner $32 Revolution Reloaded Palette Velvet Rose $12 Disco Stick Hair Wax Stick $20 Mermade Hair HAIR STYLING WAX STICK $22 Got2b Farewell Flyaways Touch Up Brush $15 SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH:Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386.  Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. Want this and other podcasts delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our podcast newsletter. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Erin Docherty Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Des 202315min

Everything We Learnt From 20 Years Working In Beauty

Everything We Learnt From 20 Years Working In Beauty

Welcome to the fifth episode of our very special mini-series, The Glow Up with Paula Joye.  Today, we're talking about our careers in beauty. The good, the bad and the ugly. Plus, everything we learned about beauty along the way - from techniques to product recs.  You can find Paula's book The Glow Up, here. SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR GUEST: Paula Joye LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH:Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386.  Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. Want this and other podcasts delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our podcast newsletter. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Host: Mia Freedman Producer: Cassie Merritt Executive Producer: Talissa Bazaz  Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Des 202310min

“There’s A Fine Line Between Dewy & Greasy” This Is It.

“There’s A Fine Line Between Dewy & Greasy” This Is It.

Yes, there's a secret to getting the dewy look without being greasy, and we're walking you through it step by step (buckle in.)  Plus, we break down the science behind tubular mascara. Don't know what that is? You will soon.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  NIVEA SUN UV Face Shine Control Face Sunscreen $9 MECCA COSMETICA To Save Face SPF50+ Superscreen $44 Cancer Council SPF 50+ Day Wear Face Matte Invisible $9 Revlon Illuminance Serum Foundation Light Beige $30 JOAH Crystal Glow Peptide-Infused Foundation Multitasking Foundation $16 IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream SPF50 $73 Flower Light Illusion Liquid Foundation $10 OXX Cosmetics Highlighter Balm - Opal $6 Mascara LOUNGEFACE LASH $37 BASICSBYB Lash Lifting DRAMA Mascara $40 HOURGLASS Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara $51 Kevyn Aucoin The Volume Mascara - Black  $68 MECCA MAX Whip Lash Tubing Mascara $25 Tarte Tartelette Tubing Mascara $37 SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386.  Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. Want this and other podcasts delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our podcast newsletter. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Leigh Campbell Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Des 202312min

This $16 Concealer Is A Total Game Changer

This $16 Concealer Is A Total Game Changer

Leigh's found her new favourite foundation stick for on-the-go touch-ups.  And the nourishing face balm that's the perfect last step in your skincare routine.  Plus, we can't stop talking about this new concealer that looks, feels and applies like a luxury brand.  Listen to our episode where we discuss the makeup products that Sephora employees don't like here. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  SPENDY:  FENTY BEAUTY Eaze Drop Blur + Smooth Tint Stick $52 Purely Byron Divine Ritual Balm $80 SAVEY: Naturium Vitamin Bright Illuminating Eye Cream $36 Revlon Colorstay Flex Wear Full Cover Concealer Light $16 SHOP MY STASH:  Joico Defy Damage Sleepover $29 Mermade Hair Mermade Mist $29 EMPTY: John Frieda PROfiller+ Thickening Shampoo $21 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386.  Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. Want this and other podcasts delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our podcast newsletter. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Erin Docherty Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Des 202312min

8 Steps For Flawless Makeup, Every Time

8 Steps For Flawless Makeup, Every Time

Kelly's your personal shopper, and today she's helping you ace your base makeup every time with a step-by-step routine for hydrated, poreless skin that glows from within!  Listen to our full episode on foundation recommendations here. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  GEL MOISTURISER:  Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel $24.40 Charlotte Tilbury Water Cream $150 IT COSMETICS Confidence in a Cream Transforming Moisturizing Super Cream $34 PRIMER:  MILK MAKEUP Hydro Grip Primer $100 Holme Beauty Base Primer $65 Elf Power Grip Primer $24 CONCEALER:  TARTE Shape Tape Contour Concealer $51 Revlon Colorstay Flex Wear Full Cover Concealer Light $16 CONTOUR:  MILK MAKEUP Matte Bronzer $40 Australis Dewy + Daring Cream Bronzer $8 FOUNDATION:  Westman AtelierVital Skincare Complexion Drops $109 ESTÉE LAUDER Double Wear Sheer Long-Wear Makeup $74 Covergirl Olay Simply Ageless 3in1 Liquid Foundation Natural Beige $19.40 MAKEUP BY MARIO Surrealskin Foundation $70 SET CONTOUR:  BENEFIT COSMETICS Hoola Matte Bronzer $35 Rimmel London Natural Bronzer 002 Sun Bronze $16 POWDER:  Maybelline Fit Me Matte & Poreless Pressed Powder - Classic Ivory $12 FENTY BEAUTY Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Powder Foundation $60 SETTING SPRAY:  Charlotte TilburyAirbrush Flawless Setting Spray $33 Urban Decay All Nighter Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray $31 Maybelline Lasting Fix Setting Spray $12 SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386.  Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. Want this and other podcasts delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our podcast newsletter. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Host: Kelly McCarren Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

6 Des 202310min

Our Honest Thoughts On Beauty Dupes

Our Honest Thoughts On Beauty Dupes

Have beauty dupes gone too far? We have (lots) of thoughts.  And, the teens are using anti-aging products...but this issue isn't just skin deep.  Plus, Erin has fried her lashes again but has the inside scoop from a skincare expert on how to bring them back to life.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  LashForce Eyelash Growth Serum NYK1 $75 Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover $34 Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water $11 Vida Glow Hairology $68 Mcobeauty Age Resist Miracle Anti-aging Repair Serum $34.40 Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Multi-Recovery Complex $130 SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to Mamamia GET IN TOUCH:Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386.  Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. Want this and other podcasts delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe to our podcast newsletter. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Host: Leigh Campbell & Erin Docherty Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Leah Porges Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Des 202316min

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