Overhyped Ingredients & Underrated Areas: Beauty Reality Check
You Beauty23 Mar 2025

Overhyped Ingredients & Underrated Areas: Beauty Reality Check

Looking for ways to support and nourish the delicate skin around your mouth? Leigh and Kelly share their expert advice on strengthening this often-overlooked area with product recommendations from budget-friendly options to professional treatments.

Plus, the beauty gurus get refreshingly honest about ingredients they think are totally overhyped! From topical collagen to beef tallow (yes, really), find out which trendy ingredients might not be delivering on their promises.

And don't miss Kelly's shocking nail fungus confession and Leigh's self-tanner mishap in this week's host hacks segment!

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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.

Pure Q10: absorbed deep within the skin*

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Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Leigh Campbell

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Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

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.

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Leigh Launched A Beauty Brand. Here’s Everything You Need To Know

Leigh Launched A Beauty Brand. Here’s Everything You Need To Know

This week in Beauty Land...  So you've probably heard, our very own Leigh has launched a beauty brand. In today's episode Leigh brings in some of her Brillo Beauty products for Erin to try live on the show!  Plus, people on TikTok are using their period blood as a face masks? We breakdown why it's probably not the best idea.  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia You can find out more about Brillo Beauty on www.brillobeauty.com Read Erin's article 'It's disgusting': 5 things a skin scientist would never do to her face on www.mamamia.com.au Read Hannah English's article, This is exactly how much foundation with SPF you'd need to wear to get enough sun protection on www.mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Erin Docherty & Mikayla Floriano Producer: Mikayla Floriano Audio Production: Leah Porges 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. 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. Just by reading or listening to our content, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.au Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 Nov 202212min

Why Hair Oiling Might Not Be For You

Why Hair Oiling Might Not Be For You

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28 Nov 20229min

The Best Concealers For Each Concern

The Best Concealers For Each Concern

Not every concealer is created equal. Some are better for fine lines some are better for blemishes, so what one is best for you!  Leigh and Kelly unpack which conceal to use for each concern and why it's not the same as foundation.  Plus, cosmeceutical skincare better for your skin?  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS:  All the wonderful products mentioned in today's episode can be found below! CLÉ DE PEAU BEAUTÉ CONCEALER STICK, $106.92 Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Eraser Multi-Use Concealer Fair, $20.99 CHARLOTTE TILBURY BEAUTIFUL SKIN RADIANT CONCEALER, $49 Tarte Shape Tape Ultra Creamy Concealer, $47 Kosas Revealer Skin Improving Foundation SPF 25, $63 Maybelline Fit Me Dewy & Smooth Luminous Liquid Foundation, $25.99 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: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren Producer: Mikayla Floriano 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Nov 20228min

This Candle Smells Like "Your Rich Aunty's Christmas Tree"

This Candle Smells Like "Your Rich Aunty's Christmas Tree"

Ever wanted your house to smell like a Christmas tree?  In today's episode Kelly recommends a boujee candle that will be an instant crowd pleaser at Christmas lunch.  Plus, Leigh shares with us a super savey contour powder and tinted lippy, the perfect combo and just in time for the office Christmas party!  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS:  All the wonderful products mentioned in today's episode can be found below! SPENDY  Leigh: NARS Soft Matte Tinted Lipbalm in Unrestricted, $42 Kelly: Libertine Parfumerie Pine & Smoked Wood Candle, $99 SAVEY:  Leigh: Maybelline City Bronzer & Contour Powder 300 Deep Cool, $17.99 Kelly: Gingerbread Sundae Whipped Shower Foam, $20  SHOP MY STASH: Leigh: Gucci brume de beaute glow hydrating mist, $102 Kelly: BPERFECT STACEY MARIE CARNIVAL ALL STARS PALETTE, $48 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: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren Producer: Mikayla Floriano 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Nov 20228min

The Biggest Beauty Discounts This Black Friday

The Biggest Beauty Discounts This Black Friday

It's Cyber Weekend Youbies!  And you know what that means, it's time to stock up on the very best beauty land has to offer. On today's episode Kelly shares with us the best places to snag a bargain and what she's adding to cart this Black Friday.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia Read all about all the best beauty and fashion buys this Black Friday on www.mamamia.com.au All the glorious products mentioned in today's episode can be found below:  Dyson Hair Tools Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex Clinique Almost Lipstick Ole Henriksen Banana Bridge Sun-Kissed Face Primer Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brow Dior Backstage Glow Face Palette Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush Tarte Shape Tape Huda Beauty Empowered Eyeshadow Palette OLAPLEX No.3 Hair Perfector Treatment Huda Beauty GloWish Multi Dew Skin Tint K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Serum Dyson Airwrap Complete Long Multi-Styler Nickel Copper Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask 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 Producer: Mikayla Floriano 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Nov 20226min

Is It Time To Say Goodbye To Beauty Blenders?

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22 Nov 202213min

The Best Face Oil For Your Skin Type

The Best Face Oil For Your Skin Type

With so many glorious face oils on the market how do you know what one is right for your skin type?  In today's episode Shazzy chats to dermatologist Dr Niyati Sharma from Inside Out Dermatology to unpack what face oils suit what skin type and the secret to finding a quality oil at a savey price.  THE END BITS 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: Shazzy Hunt With Thanks To: Dr Niyati Sharma Producer: Mikayla Floriano Audio Production: 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Nov 202211min

Our Fave Supermarket Haircare Products

Our Fave Supermarket Haircare Products

Ever wondered what are the best haircare products to grab at the supermarket?  Leigh and Kelly run us through their fave supermarket haircare products. From shampoo to treatments they deep dive on the very best products that our supermarkets have to offer.  Plus, we have a question from a listener looking to hydrate their skin through chemo. Leigh's friend shares her best advice.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS:  All the wonderful products mentioned in today's episode can be found below! Pantene Biotin Hair Moisture Treatment Shots For Dry, Damaged Hair, $15 Fudge Clean Blonde Violet Toning Shampoo, $23.99 Toni & Guy Strength Plex Bond Repair Shampoo, $19 Toni & Guy Strength Plex Bond Repair Conditioner, $19 Herbal Essences Garnier Fructius  John Frieda Vibrant Shine Spray, $17.99 Vo5 Refresh Me Quick Dry Shampoo, $6.80 Batiste Dry Shampoo & Volume With Plumping Collagen, $15 The Detangler Supreme Detangling Hair Brush, $14 Clairol Nice & Easy Root Touch Up Light Brown, $12.59 L'Oreal Paris Elnett Normal Hold, $11.99 Trilogy Very Gentle Cleansing Cream, $43.15 tbh skincare rebound serum, $68 La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume, $19.95 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: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren Producer: Mikayla Floriano 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. Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.auBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Nov 20229min

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