The $7 Skincare Lifesaver & BIG W's Secret Foundation

This was one of your faves late last year, so listen up if you want a hug-proof foundation and a game-changer to "nail" your nail art in three seconds! Watch us on Youtube LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Nail Polish Sugar Fix $18.95 OPI Infinite Shine Top Coat $25 Revlon Illuminance Glow Filter $34.99 L'Oreal Paris True Match Liquid Foundation $33.99 Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Skin Sheer Glow Tint Foundation Stick $63 NYX Professional Makeup Bare With Me Blurring Tint Foundation $27.99 Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint Foundation $54 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! 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: Erin Docherty & Emily Vernem Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Lu Hill 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 17min

You’ve heard of glass skin—and chances are, you want it. But how do you actually get it? In this episode of The Formula, Kelly sits down with Samantha Appel, founder of The Skinbar, Australia’s first and only dedicated skin needling clinic, to unpack the buzzy treatment that’s gone from niche to mainstream. Nivea Q10 is 50% Off at Woolworths from 16.4.25 to 22.4.25Disclaimer: 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* LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF 30ml $242https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/p/skinceuticals/skinceuticals-silymarin-cf-30ml.html? Bottao Skin Carehttps://theskinbar.com.au/collections/bottao SUBSCRIBE: Watch us on Youtube 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! 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 Guest: Producer: Stef MacFie & Mollie Harwood 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.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Apr 18min

Beauty Best Bits: Ever noticed your makeup actually enhancing your fine lines? Same. Luckily we've found some gorgeous blurring primers to help your foundation sit perfectly. Plus, we're helping out a Youbie who is looking for the Goldie Locks of long-lasting lip products, and our roundup doesn't disappoint. Nivea Q10 is 50% Off at Woolworths from 16.4.25 to 22.4.25Disclaimer: 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* LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: MECCA MAXPout Pop Sheer Lipstick $23 Mac Frost Lipstick (similar to Mac Cruising Lipstick) $40 Revlon Super Lustrous™ Glass Shine Lipstick Rum Raisin $27 Maybelline Superstay Matte Lip Ink Poet $23.99 Lust Minerals Original Lip Gloss $32 Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Lip Blur $54 Revlon Colorstay Suede Ink Lip Hot Girl $29.95 Sephora Collection New Cream Lip Stain $24 Designer Brands Miracle Smoother $16.99 Benefit The POREfessional Pore Minimising Face Primer $63 Trinny London Miracle Blur $49 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! 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 & Erin Docherty Producer: Stef MacFie 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.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Apr 12min

It's Good Friday so in enjoy a Beauty Best Bit: A new vitamin C serum just hit the shelves and has left us feeling plump, glowy and bright. And, both Kelly & Leigh have brought in savey products from Morphe. One’s minimal chic, the other’s pure glitter glam. Plus, Leigh's latest obsession—a cleansing balm that has officially claimed the title of her ultimate favourite. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Watch us on Youtube SPENDY: Birkenstock RELIEF LOTION TIRED LEG & FOOT $49 tarte Maracuja Oil $74 SAVEY: Morphe Huephoric Rush 3-In-1 Silk Blush $24 Morphe Mixed Signals Dual-Ended Cream & Liquid Shadow Stick $24 NEWBIE: Paula's Choice 25% Vitamin C + Glutathione Clinical Serum $92 Thayers Soak It up 80 Hour Liquid Facial Moisturiser with Hyaluronic Acid $34.99 SHOP MY STASH / EMPTY: Kora Organics Active Algae Calming Cleansing Balm $62 Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant $109 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! 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: 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.

17 Apr 20min

Did you wake up one day magically knowing how to blend your eyeshadow or contour your face? Yeah... us neither. This week on In Her Bag, Sarah Marie Fahd and Kelly McCarren are here to save you from your past makeup mistakes. Whether you’re a total beginner or just looking to elevate your everyday glam, this episode is your ultimate beginner-friendly masterclass. We’re sharing: The brushes every beginner actually needs (and they’re all under $30!) Why your tools matter more than your products The simple kit that gives you a flawless base The eyeliner trick that won’t end in tears And why prep is the real MVP of any good face day Plus, real Youbies share their biggest beauty regrets—and Sarah Marie delivers the advice (and truth bombs) you didn’t know you needed. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Morphe Brushes Sephora Collection Waterproof Twist-Up Pencil (Dark Brown) $22 SUBSCRIBE: Watch us on Youtube 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! 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 & Sarah Marie Fahd Producer: Stef MacFie & Lee Stamps Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Marlena Cacciotti 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.

16 Apr 20min

This week, Erin gets real about the best (and most overrated) pregnancy products that go beyond the hype to actually help with stretch marks, achy legs, and more. Plus, Em dives into the viral donut blush trend that promises an effortless glow in just two steps. Nivea Q10 is 50% Off at Woolworths from 16.4.25 to 22.4.25Disclaimer: 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* Watch us on Youtube LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Looking for more info on melasma? Check out Erin's interview with dermatologist Dr Ryan De Cruz here. Brillo Beauty The Oil $44 Belly Glide Pregnant Body Oil $59.99 L'Occitane Almond Supple Skin Oil $75 Scarlet Period Magnesium+ Spray $24 Amazing Oils Magnesium Daily Spray Pure Magnesium Oil Nip Stick Soothing Nipple Balm $25 Lansinoh HPA® Lanolin Nipple Cream $17 Ego QV Ceramides Cream $23.99 e.l.f Halo Glow Highlight Beauty Wand Liquid Gold $24 Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Dewy Liquid Blush Mini (Limited Edition) $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! 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: Erin Docherty & Emily Vernem Producer: Cassie Merritt Audio Producer: Lu Hill 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.

15 Apr 16min

Ever dreamed of a full day spa experience without needing to take a single step outside the house? This week on The Formula, Kelly is joined by multi-award-winning skin expert Karla McDiarmid—the woman behind the globally recognised Macquarie Medispa in regional NSW. With over 26 years in the industry (and a trophy shelf to prove it), Karla shares exactly how to replicate medispa-style results at home using the right combination of skincare, tech, and technique. We chat about the rise of non-invasive treatments, how your gut health might be affecting your face, and why sometimes all your skin really needs… is hydration.Plus, Karla reveals her go-to products, the most overrated skincare trends, and her glow-inducing personal routine. Whether you're a skincare minimalist or a full-glam maximalist, this ep is your cheat sheet to getting that post-facial glow from your own bathroom. Nivea Q10 is 50% Off at Coles from 9.4.25 to 15.04.25 and 50% Off at Woolworths from 16.4.25 to 22.4.25Disclaimer: 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* LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel $74 Daily Resurfacer (Discontinued)​ Invisible Physical Defense SPF 30 $82 Sothys Paris (In Clinic Purchase) Hydra3Ha Intensive Hydrating Serum Omega Lipid Replenishing Cream Hydra3Ha Professional Facial Treatment Inskin Cosmedics Hydrating Plump Sheet Masks (Box of 30) $55 SUBSCRIBE: Watch us on Youtube 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! 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 Guest: Karla McDiarmid Producer: Stef MacFie & Mollie Harwood 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.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Apr 26min

Thanks to everyone who voted in the You Beauty Awards, we are taking a short break so are bringing you one of our fave episodes! Check out the winners here: The 2025 You Beauty Award Winners!Beauty Best Bits: You wanted affordable dupes for those pricey, viral skincare products—and we’ve got the perfect picks! But trust us, these aren't the ones you’d expect. We're also diving into how our makeup game has evolved from our 20s to our 30s and 40s. Spoiler alert: it’s not just about technique—this is a lesson in caring less. Plus, Leigh's ultimate multi masking hack for ALL Skin types is going to give your skin an upgrade. Nivea Q10 is 50% Off at Coles from 9.4.25 to 15.04.25 and 50% Off at Woolworths from 16.4.25 to 22.4.25Disclaimer: 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* LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Vitamin C Complex Serum $41 ESK Reverse C Serum $99 Go-To Very Luxe Face Cream $79 CeraVe Moisturising Cream $19.39 Alpha-H High Tide Water Cream with Australian River Mint $79 Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cream $60 Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Gel $38 Ole Henriksen Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer $72 Neostrata Skin Active Cellular Restoration Night Cream $45 The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA $14 Paula's Choice 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant $50 SUBSCRIBE: Watch us on Youtube 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! 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: Lu Hill & 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.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Apr 19min