Overhyped Ingredients & Underrated Areas: Beauty Reality Check

For the month of December we've been gifting you an advent calendar of You Beauty episodes. And today is no different. As it’s the third and final instalment of our very special In Their Bag revival!  Today our special guest is skincare extraordinaire, author and pharmaceutical scientist Hannah English! She joins Kelly to chat about the mask she can't live without, the foundation she will wear on her wedding day & her favourite vitamin C.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia All the products Sophie mentioned can be found below!  Biologique Recherche Lait U Tatcha The Camellia Cleansing Oil, $75 Holifrog Shasta AHA Acid Wash, $58 tbh skincare rebound serum, $68 SkinCeuticals SERUM 10 AOX VITAMIN C SERUM FOR SENSITIVE SKIN, $140 OLAY Luminous Niacinamide + Vitamin C Face Cream, $59.99 MECCA MAX DAILY DROP Lightweight Face Oil, $28 Essano Vitamin C Super Glow Facial Oil, $30 Estée Lauder Revitalizing Supreme+ Global Anti-Aging Cell Power Creme SPF 15, $139  NIOD Flavanone Mud, $59  Tom Ford Traceless Soft Matte Foundation, $145  CHANEL STYLO OMBRE ET CONTOUR, $52 Maybelline Sky High, $25.99  Dr Naomi LED It Glow - Light Therapy Face Mask, $595 La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Sheet Mask, $13.95 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: Host: Kelly McCarren  With Thanks To: Hannah English 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.

20 Des 202213min

Is toothpaste a good spot treatment? And Is apple cider vinegar a cure for dandruff?  On our regular Ask An Expert episodes we love debunking a myth! So for our December shakeup we wanted to dedicate an entire episode to just myth busting. Today, Shazzy is joined by Dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald from Complete Skin Specialists.  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 Cara McDonald  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.

19 Des 202212min

It's the question we've debated for years!  Where does a face oil belong in our routine?  On today's episode Leigh and Kelly unpack where it belongs for each skin type and how it changes depending on what you're putting on your face!  Plus, do we even need to use foundation when we have products like blush, bronzer, concealer and highligher to use instead?  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: 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.

18 Des 20228min

Kelly's called it. She's found the best eye cream of 2022. And would you believe that it's under $20 ($15 on sale, if you're lucky!)  Plus, are you in need of a hairbrush that smooths AND detangles? Kelly's found one at a very affordable price point.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS:  All the wonderful products mentioned in today's episode can be found below! SPENDY  Leigh: Dior Diorshow On Stage Liner, $58 Kelly: Hair Therapy Australia Hair Brush, $34.95 SAVEY:  Leigh: Brillo Beauty The Balm, $18 Kelly: BONDI SANDS Eye Spy Vitamin C Eye Cream, $17.95 EMPTY: Leigh: GLO Shimmer One Day Tan, $17.95 SHOP MY STASH: Kelly: GXVE BY GWEN STEFANI Anaheim Shine High-Performance Satin Lipstick, $40.00 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.

15 Des 20226min

Our beloved Erin is getting married! We’re four months out from the wedding and there are a few things she’s yet to plan. Who will do her fake tan? What will she do with her hair? And what lippy will she wear?  Erin joins Kelly today for some sage wedding advice about all things you shouldn’t do on your wedding day.  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia CREDITS Hosts: Erin Docherty & Kelly McCarren Producer: Mikayla Floriano Audio Production: Madeline Joannou 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.

14 Des 202211min

This week in Beauty Land...  Prosthetic makeup, is it the next big thing in beauty? Rita Ora debut the new look at the British Fashion Awards. Erin & Leigh debrief.  Plus, do you have to put hyaluronic acid on damp skin? Dr Michelle Wong AKA Lab Muffin debunked a bunch of skincare myths this week, we deep dive in today's episode.  And can you guess the top 15 beauty buys according to TikTok this year? We unveil the results in today's episode!  THE END BITS  Subscribe to Mamamia See Rita Ora's BFA look on TikTok Read Erin's article, A cosmetic chemist just debunked 6 common skincare myths on www.mamamia.com.au Follow Dr Michelle Wong on instagram @labmuffinbeautyscience See all of TikTok's trending buys online at www.ubiquitousinfluence.com CREDITS Hosts: Erin Docherty & Leigh Campbell 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.

13 Des 202212min

For the month of December we're shaking things up!  For the last few weeks of 2022cwe thought we'd gift you with some limited edition episodes of In Their Bag!  Today Senior Beauty and Health Writer, Erin Docherty is joined by Sophie Cachia,  co-founder of CACHIA & AISURU, digital marketing expert and author to unpack the one skincare brand she swears by, the best exfoliator she's ever used and the scent that empowers her.  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia All the products Sophie mentioned can be found below!  Alpha-H Liquid Gold,$72 Alpha-H Hyaluronic 8 Super Serum, $60 Alpha-H Balancing Cleanser, $53 Alpha-H Daily Essential Moisturiser SPF50+, $60 MECCA MAX Bring On Bright Illuminating Primer, $22  Benefit Roller Lash Curling Mascara, $44  MAYBELLINE Lash Sensational Sky High Washable Mascara, $12.99 (On Sale)  Aisuru Lipsticks Tan-off Tan Removal Mitt, $14.95 Louis Vitton NOUVEAU MONDE, $470 TOCCA Florence, $69 The Dewy Skin Cream Plumping & Hydrating Moisturizer, $69 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: Erin Docherty With Thanks To: Sophie Cachia 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.

12 Des 202213min

In summer we slap a LOT on our face & body, buckets of sunscreen, insect repellant and aloe vera (just to name a few). So when comes to skincare what products should and shouldn't we be using in the warmest months of the year? And how do all these additional layers of protection impact our current routine?  In today's episode Kelly and Leigh run through all the switches you need to make this summer to keep your skin looking plump, hydrated and happy!  THE END BITS Subscribe to Mamamia RECOMMENDATIONS:  All the wonderful products mentioned in today's episode can be found below! Shiseido Oil-Control Blotting Papers, $18 Naturim Niacinamide Cleasing Gelee 3%, $34.95 Davroe Chroma Colour Treatment, $32.95 Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream Hydrating Moisturizer, $80 NEUTROGENA Hydro Boost Water Gel, $32.99 NIVEA Creme Moisturiser Face Body Hands, $8.50 Weleda Skin Food, $26.95 Ego QV Ceramides Cream, $22.99 Vaseline Intensive Care Spray and Go Moisturiser Aloe, $9.99 L'Oreal Elvive Dream Lengths Saviour Hair Mask, $11.99 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.

11 Des 20228min