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Today, we're putting two beloved moisturisers head-to-head in a showdown of epic proportions.  Plus, are setting sprays and primers interchangeable? We find out how to get the most out of each makeup step.  And, some hair care myth-busting. Have you bought into the 'squeaky clean' hair trap? These are our tips for luscious, nourished hair, that's never stripped or damaged.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Oil-Free Primer $27 Holme Beauty Base Primer $65 Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray $54 Urban Decay All-Nighter Long-Lasting Makeup Setting Spray $64 Ole Henriksen Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturiser $72 Cinch Pump + Glow $39.95 Paula's Choice SKIN PERFECTING 2% BHA Lotion Exfoliant $45 BOUJEE:  NATASHA DENONA Macro Tech Eye Crayon Eyeliner $39 MAKEUP BY MARIO Soft Pop Plumping Blush Veil $55 BUDGET:  BREAD BEAUTY SUPPLY Hair-Wash Gentle Milky Hair Cleanser $35 BREAD BEAUTY SUPPLY Hair-Mask Creamy Deep Conditioner $49 Frank Body BRIGHTENING BODY WASH $14 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kee Reece & Lucy Neville 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.

30 Apr 202421min

Meet Mukti, the founder of her own skincare line spotlighting Aussie botanical wonders. Picture this: a lightbulb moment in a doctor's office, where Mukti, grappling with perimenopausal skin, realises she's on a mission to empower women facing the same skin struggles. Today, we dig into Mukti's skin-loving, collagen-boosting skincare routine and chat about the best ways to nourish and protect our delicate skin.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  Hydrating Cleansing Lotion $72 La Roche-Posay Toleriane Caring Wash Cleanser $27.99 Mukti Organics Rose Blossom Hydrating Mist $62 Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs & Rosewater $20 Mukti Organics Age Defiance Day Serum $120 Mukti Organics Hyaluronic Marine Serum $120 The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 $28 De Mamiel First Fix - Healthy Skin Hero $150 Mukti Organics Queen of the Night Crème $124 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Vote in the 2024 You Beauty Awards Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Host: Erin Docherty Guest: Mukti Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Jacob Round 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.

29 Apr 202416min

Today we unpack the profound effects of post-orgasmic bliss on our skin health...yes you read that right.  And, calling all makeup enthusiasts, we've got a treat for you. Dive into our guide on the best free makeup services available, allowing you to test before you invest.  Plus, our host hacks to transform your crusty fake tan in an instant.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  NARS Orgasm Blush $53 NARS Afterglow Lip Balm $46 Napolean Perdis Makeup Artist Services Jo Malone London Consultation Estee Lauder Flawless Face Free 15 Minute Consultation Sephora Focus Feature $60 Service Sephora Natural Glam $115 Service Mecca Natural $120 Service Mecca Makeup Lesson $150 Service David Jones Makeup Service Brillo Body Oil $42 Almond Oil $26.53 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Leigh Campbell Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Jacob Round 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.

28 Apr 202416min

Leigh had to sign an NDA not to talk about this serum...mark our words, this one is going to revolutionise the industry.  Plus, we've snagged a savey under-eye primer for less than $20 that seriously makes fine lines disappear.  And, the glowy skincare-infused lip treatment that has our lips softer than ever.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Rhode Skincare Glazing Milk $30 L'OCCITANE DIVINE CLEANSING FOAM $65 Our spendy and savey recommendations can now be sent straight to your inbox by signing up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter. Plus, you'll also find exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! NEWBIE:  La Roche Posay Mela B3 Serum $79.95 Dermalogica Powerbright Dark Spot Peel $134 SHOP MY STASH: House of Hur - Glow Ampoule Tint $20 ESMI SKIN MINERALS Probiotic Skin Mylck + Hydration Moisturiser $72 EMPTY: Tbh Rebound Serum $60 Loccitaine Immortelle Divine Cream $169 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Vote in the 2024 You Beauty Awards Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Leigh Campbell Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Jacob Round 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.

25 Apr 202421min

From her blow dry bar to a trendy fashion label and shapewear line, Jules Robinson is the epitome of a modern-day mogul. But amidst her whirlwind of success, how does she manage to keep her makeup flawless without spending hours in front of the mirror? Today, we're unpacking the quick, inexpensive items in Jules' makeup kit that help her nail a perfect face of makeup in under 5 minutes.  Plus, Jules tells us all about her new book #Ask Jules - if you're beauty-obsessed like us, this is one for you. You can find Jules' book here, available May 1. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  ELIZABETH ARDEN FLAWLESS START HYDRATING SERUM PRIMER $58 Smashbox The Original Photo Finish Smooth & Blur Oil-Free Primer $27 Revlon Colorstay Makeup Foundation $34.99 Revlon Age Defying Touch & Glow Powder $35.95 Decjuba Illuminate Face Duo Pink Haze $24.95 MECCA MAX Sunlit Skin Powder Bronzer $26 1000 Hour LASH & BROW DYE KIT $20 1000-Hour Instant Brows Eyebrow Mascara $11.99 Mcobeauty Liquid Eyeliner Precision Pen $8.40 Dior Dioshow Mascara $63 MECCA COSMETICA Lip De-Luscious Glide $32 GIVENCHY Le Rouge Deep Velvet Lipstick $67 BENEFIT COSMETICS The POREfessional Super Setter Makeup Setting Spray $63 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Host: Lucy Neville Guest: Jules Robinson Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Jacob Round 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.

24 Apr 202418min

If you have someone in your life who is reluctant to indulge in skincare beyond the humble bar of soap, this episode is for you. Today we explore the fundamentals of skincare: cleanse, moisturise, and protect.  Plus, do you love skin tints but hate when they sit on your skin? Don't worry, we've road-tested some options that we know you'll love.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  Ciaté London Dewy Skin Glass Glow Skin Tint $52 FENTY BEAUTY Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint Foundation $54 ILIA True Skin Serum Foundation $93 M·A·C Cosmetics Studio Radiance Face & Body Radiant Sheer Foundation $66 L'Oréal Paris True Match Plumping Tinted Serum Foundation $44.99 ULTRA VIOLETTE Daydream Screen SPF50 Tinted Veil $55 Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré Moisturiser $47 La Roche-Posay Effaclar +M Purifying Foaming Cleanser $40.95 Hada Labo Intense Hydrating Skin-Plumping Gel $35.95 Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream $34 Collagen Essence Hydrating Face Mask $189 Sukin Purely Ageless Intensive Firming Biodegradable Sheet Mask $9 Revlon Colorstay Limitless Matte Lipstick Fire Off $29.95 BOUJEE:  SEPHORA COLLECTION Starter Brushes Set $120 Melting Moment Cleansing Balm Sage $69.95 BUDGET:  Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover for sensitive skin $33.99 Ultra Violette Sheen Screen SPF50 Lip Balm $27 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kee Reece & Lucy Neville Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Jacob Round 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.

23 Apr 202416min

Meet Erin Holland- TV sensation, model, and former Miss World Australia... But there's more to her story than glitz, glam and jet setting. Today on You Beauty, Erin opens up about her recent skin journey, from IVF struggles to rebuilding her confidence. Plus, the holy grail products that got her there.  LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  MX Skincare Hydrating Mask $59 MX Skincare Foaming Cleansing $49 MX Skincare Serum Vitamin A+ $99 La Roche Posay Anthelios Invisible Fluid SPF 50+ $37.95 MX Skincare Serum Vitamin B3 $89 Runway Room First Base Hydrating Primer $69 Ole Henriksen BeamCream Smoothing Body Moisturiser $57 LA PRAIRIE SKIN CAVIAR ABSOLUTE FILLER $1,105 Le Tan Uber Stay Ash Base Stay Self Tanning Foam $30 WelleCo The Collagen Elixir $70 Omnilux Clear Face Mask $550 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Vote in the 2024 You Beauty Awards Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Host: Erin Docherty Guest: Erin Holland Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Jacob Round 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.

22 Apr 202423min

Cracked bronzer? Busted eyeshadow? We're here with the good news, you don't need to chuck them. Kelly's got a hack that will make them look and feel brand new again.  And, we all want to protect our lips from the sun. But some crusty SPFs on the market are not it. We've got some beautiful gloss and balm recommendations for a Youbie in need.  Plus, Leigh's secret to nailing effortlessly chic, but low-maintenance mum hair and she's sharing it with us today... LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:  K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Mask $99 Tangle Teezer Wet Detangler $28 Davroe Cool Graphite Colour Treatment $32.95 Justice Haircare 10 SECOND HAIR MIRACLE $28 FEKKAI Clean Stylers Prime Mist Serum $19 KEVIN.MURPHY Bedroom Hair $48.95 ULTRA VIOLETTE Sheen Screen Hydrating Lip Balm SPF 50 $25 Ultra Violette Sheen Screen SPF50 Lip Balm $27 Naked Sundays SPF50 Glow + Go Lip Oil Watermelon $29.95 Bondi Sands SPF 50+ Lip Balm Wild Strawberry $6.95 Alpha-H Reusable Bamboo Cotton Pads $24.95 Mecca-ssentials Reusable Cleansing Face Pads $24 Nourished Life Life Basics Reusable Cotton Pads $5 Kylie Cosmetics Precision Lip Liner $25 MECCA MAX Eye Max Eyeliner Pencil $16 HOURGLASS Ambient Lighting Powder $96 SUBSCRIBE:  Subscribe to Mamamia Sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter for our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more! Want to try our new exercise app? Click here to start a seven-day free trial of MOVE by Mamamia  GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Leigh Campbell Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Jacob Round 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.

22 Apr 202419min