Best cosmetic products you should use Podcasts (2025)

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374. The K-Beauty Episode: Medispas & Cult Treatments With Kaitlyn From NU28 37:30

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This week on Uncensored, we reveal our *hot* takes on bathhouses and spa rituals, diving in on the good, the weird, and the newsworthy (two words: damp hay). We also sit down with Kaitlyn Shin – Director of NU28 Medical Aesthetics – to unpack the global fascination with Korean skincare, and the trending treatments millennials and Gen Z are travelli…

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373. Retinol vs. Tretinoin (vs. Bakuchiol): Which Vitamin A Is Right For Me? 20:42

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This week on Expert, we’re breaking down one of skincare’s most powerful ingredients: Vitamin A, helping you figure out which version is right for your skin. From over-the-counter retinols to prescription-strength tretinoin and gentle plant-based bakuchiol, skin therapist Tegan explains how each one works, who they suit best, and how to use them sa…

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Why did they change their formula? - Episode 409 40:44

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Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Why would a company reformulate a product? Do different hair products cancel each other out? What sources do you recommend where consumers can educate themselves? What hair ingredient could be staining your shirt? Is a lotion with CBD oil suitable for sensitive skin? Beauty News P…

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372. The Science of BO & The Rise of Whole-Body Deodorant (with Dr Armpit) 44:26

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This week on Uncensored, we’re diving nose-first into the world of scent, from newborn heads and fireplace smoke to… whole-body deodorant. We kick off with a chat about things that smell good but aren’t perfume before getting into the week’s Cringey Convo: the rise of whole-body deodorant. Are we over-sanitising ourselves? Or just chasing freshness…

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371. The 20s Skincare Guide: Preventative Products & Ingredients to Use, According to a Skin Therapist 38:35

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This week on Beauty IQ Expert, we’re diving into preventative skincare: the products, ingredients, and routines to start in your 20s to keep skin healthy, radiant, and resilient for years to come. Skin therapist Tegan explains why prevention is smarter (and cheaper) than reversing damage later, covering SPF, hydration, antioxidants, and barrier sup…

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370. Cosmetic Treatment Myths & What’s Actually Worth It With Dr Phoebe Jones 53:36

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This week on Uncensored, we’re diving into the wild world of cosmetic treatments: the myths, the regrets, and the reality behind what’s “in” and what’s out in 2025. From Reddit threads questioning whether we’ll one day look back at filler and BBLs like we do tanning beds, to TikTok’s obsession with “baby botox” and skin boosters, the beauty landsca…

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How to Get the Gunk Off and the Glow On - episode 408 52:01

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Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Is it a good idea to load up a product with active ingredients? What do you think of the Ziip Halo device? How do you remove mineral sunscreen from your skin? What do humectants really do in hair? What is Neogen plasma skin regeneration? Beauty News What the Hell Are Skin-Loving C…

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369. How Often Should You Exfoliate Your Scalp? And Other Forgotten Skin 35:59

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368. Would You Spend $750 on a Haircut? We Tried Celebrity Hairstylist John Pulitano’s “Texture Cut” 54:01

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This week on Uncensored, Mel puts her money where her hair is with a $750 Texture Haircut by celebrity hairstylist John Pulitano. Was it worth the hype (and the price tag)? We get the full breakdown — from the salon chair nerves, to how it looks five months later, to whether it actually lives up to the promise of being the ultimate low-maintenance …

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Sunscreen scandals, Busted celebrity brands & beauty questions answered - episode 407 53:01

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Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Is the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology a reliable source for peptide information? How do you know if a product with an active has enough to be effective? Does topical estrogen improve skin? Do at-home microneedling devices work, and is hypochlorous acid spray for skin care? Is a s…

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367. How Much Beauty Product Do You Really Need? (Plus a Spicy Live Lip Test) 31:12

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This week on Uncensored, Producer Jas turns up the heat (literally) with a live try-on of the VT Reedle Shot Lip Plumper. Tegan braves the Expert strength while Sadaf takes on the Beginner, both powered by teeny-tiny silica needles designed to boost circulation and volume. Sounds cute – until your lips feel like they’ve been sipping on a spicy Szec…

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366. MAC's Viral "I Only Wear MAC" Campaign & Going Grey In Your 20s 33:56

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This week on Uncensored: concealer tubes done right, Kris Jenner’s facelifted MAC debut, and why your greys deserve a little more love. Trending takes on MAC’s headline-making I Only Wear MAC campaign: Kris Jenner, Doja Cat, and Martha Stewart all included. Is it iconic or just unhinged? Then, a listener in her 20s rings the Beauty IQ Hotline about…

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365. Perioral Dermatitis: How to Soothe a Flare up (According to a Skin Therapist) 32:03

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This week on Expert, we’re unpacking one of the trickiest (and most misunderstood) skin conditions: perioral dermatitis. It looks like acne, feels a bit like eczema, but it’s neither — and the wrong products can make it even worse. Skin therapist Tegan knows the struggle firsthand after developing PD during pregnancy. Alongside co-host Sadaf, she s…

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364. We Try Dermalogica’s Viral Eye Serum (Dubbed “Bleph in a Bottle”) & Talk Hives 39:07

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This week on Uncensored, we’re covering everything from hives to highlighters. But first, Mel’s new obsession: the It Smells Crazy In Here Instagram account. Think perfume reviews that are equal parts chaotic and hilarious (peach fart, anyone?). Then it’s our Cringey Convo, where we unpack the joy (and misery) of hives. Mel and Hannah share their p…

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363. How to Spring Clean Your Skincare Routine (For $0) 38:34

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Spring cleaning isn’t just for your wardrobe – your skincare shelf deserves a reset, too. In this Expert episode, Sadaf and Tegan show you how to declutter, swap, and reset your beauty routine without spending a cent. From spotting expired products (yes, your mascara probably needs to be tossed) to smart seasonal swaps and beauty editor-approved ha…

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362. PCOS Myths, Symptoms & Treatments Explained with Dr Devini Ameratunga 45:42

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This week on Uncensored, Mel makes the case for the best part of any night out: the girls’ getting-ready hour. Then, we dive into Renee Rapp’s viral lip combo and talk “nipple-matching” our lipstick shades. Yes, really. Then we’re joined by Dr Devini Ameratunga for PCOS Awareness Month. She breaks down what PCOS actually is, the different types, ho…

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361. "Hydration Hacking" Explained: Myths, Facts & What Works for Skin 36:17

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This week on Expert, Skin Therapist Tegan and co-host Sadaf are diving into one of 2025’s biggest beauty trends: hydration hacking. From electrolyte powders on your desk to “injectable moisturisers,” we’re breaking down what actually keeps your skin plump, dewy, and healthy – and what’s just clever marketing. We unpack: The difference between hydra…

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Can Collagen really improve skin & why is purple shampoo drying? - episode 406 56:27

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Send us a text On this show we cover lots of questions including… How can you tell if a new product is just a name change or the formulas are different? Why can’t companies sell mousse sunscreens? Why is purple shampoo drying? What’s the deal with OS-01 peptide? / What are your thoughts on Molecular Mesh? How do you deal with rosacea? Beauty News D…

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360. Is Shopping IRL Back? Plus Beginner Glowy Makeup & TikTok’s ‘Australian 10’ 48:29

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Mel is back from maternity leave, and we have much to catch up on in this week's Uncensored episode – but first, we need to know everything about her new baby, Joey. First up in Trending, we’re asking: Is shopping IRL making a comeback? From Adore Beauty's physical store rollout to the revival of Chadstone and Chatswood Chase, we unpack why physica…

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359. What’s The Hype With Hypochlorous Acid? That Post-Workout Spray All Over Social Media 23:10

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This week on Expert, we’re asking the question filling your feeds: is hypochlorous acid just fancy water in a spray bottle, or a legit skin saviour? Before we get into that, we kick things off with Win, Bin or Recycle, where gel toenail extensions are on the chopping block. Worth it or nah? Then, in our deep dive, we break down everything you need …

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358. Inside Carla Oates’ Beauty and Wellness Routine | The Beauty Chef 47:07

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This week on Uncensored, Mel’s out battling post-partum hives (sending all the thoughts and prayers), so Producer Jas is back with Hannah. We kick things off with Cringey Convo, diving into a topic you didn’t know you were secretly obsessed with: how to properly clean your shower. From tiles and glass to grout and silicone, we share the simplest ha…

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Ozempic skin care, serums and more - episode 405 45:41

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Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… Do non-UV wavelengths of light also damage the skin Are Dr Emi Arpa products truly innovative or just driven by trendy marketing? Does using an ultra-plush, water-only makeup remover cloth cause significant mechanical exfoliation? Are there baby products that people should use and…

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357. Can You Actually Get Rid of Dark Spots? Here’s What Works 30:19

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You’ve layered on dark spot serums and SPF like it’s your full-time job… and yet those spots are still hanging around. Why is pigmentation so stubborn, and what can skincare actually do about it? In this episode of Expert, we break down everything you need to know about treating pigmentation, from sun damage, hormonal changes, PIH, and melasma, to …

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356. 9D Breathwork, Bridal Beauty Bags & Body Care From Bargain to Bougie 47:38

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This week on Uncensored, Producer Jas joins us to talk 9D Breathwork: an emerging, multi-sensory wellness practice combining conscious breathing, soundscapes, and subconscious programming to unlock emotional release. From intense physical sensations to deep emotional catharsis, she shares what it’s like and who might benefit from this unconventiona…

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355. Are Pores Shrinkable? What A Skin Therapist Really Thinks 36:48

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This week on Expert, we’re tackling one of the most-Googled beauty questions ever: Can you actually shrink your pores? From viral clay masks to pore-blurring primers, we’ve all been tempted by products promising “poreless” skin, but how much of that is marketing, and how much is science? Jas shares her latest VISIA scan results post-treatments (spo…

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354. Builder Gel vs Gel X vs SNS, Scalp Scrubs & Pregnancy-Safe Skincare 42:44

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This week on Uncensored, we’re diving into all the beauty basics you didn’t know you needed (plus a few you definitely did). First up, Top 3: we count down the most-coveted scalp scrubs, why they’re so good for hair health, and which ones really deliver clean, flake-free, stronger, and shinier hair. Next, in Beauty IQ Hotline, we turn our attention…

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Sunscreen sticks, oils, hair masks and more - episode 404 57:46

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Send us a text On today’s show we cover lots of questions including… What is the right way to apply sunscreen sticks? What role do oils, butters, and silicones actually play in haircare Do you need less anhydrous sunscreen than lotion based ones? Do all hair masks work the same way? Beauty News PETA suspends Beauty without Bunnies program Can We St…

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353. Why Skincare Results Take So Long: The Science of Skin Cell Turnover 41:58

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If you’ve ever ditched a serum after two weeks because “it wasn’t doing anything,” this Expert episode is for you. We’re breaking down the real timelines for skincare results, from the first day your product starts working biologically to when you’ll actually see a difference in the mirror. From vitamin C to retinol, acids to peptides, we unpack: T…

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352. Why We Keep Falling for Gimmick Beauty (And When It Actually Works) 36:14

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Blood masks, jelly cleansers, peel-off lip stains... has beauty gone too far, or are some of these viral trends actually worth the hype? In this Uncensored episode, we’re diving headfirst into the world of so-called “gimmick” beauty — unpacking what’s a cash grab, what actually works, and why we keep getting sucked in. We chat about the psychology …

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Exfoliation, Beef Tallow and a baby - episode 403 37:44

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Send us a text On this show Valerie is back and we cover... Does product build-up cause breakage? Is a chemical exfoliant better than a soft silicone scrubber? What are your thoughts about beef Tallow facial creams? Are rinse-free shampoos any good? Beauty News Safer Beauty Bill Martha Stewart launches a line Approximate timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:0…

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351. Does a Higher % Mean Better Results? Demystifying Skincare Actives 34:56

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This week on Expert, we’re tackling one of skincare’s most confusing topics: ingredient percentages. You know the ones — 10% vitamin C, 20% glycolic acid — but does a bigger number actually mean better results, or just better marketing? Tegan and Jas break down when high percentages truly make a difference, when they just cause irritation, and why …

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350. Is This Korean Skin Clinic Melbourne’s Best-Kept Secret? Plus, Hannah’s Big (!!) News 42:00

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This week on Uncensored… Producer Jas is back again – but the big news? Hannah’s pregnant! So naturally, it only felt right to kick things off with a throwback to Cringey Convo, where she shares the most unexpected parts of early pregnancy: supersized boobs, vivid baby poo dreams, green apple cravings, and the joys of 24/7 nausea. Gas and Google Fo…

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349. Do You Really Need a Toner in 2025? Plus, Toe Rings and Snail Mucin 34:54

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In this Expert episode, Tegan is joined by producer Jas (filling in while Sadaf soaks up the Euro sun) to unpack the real role of toner in a modern skincare routine. But first, a beauty holiday debrief, featuring the best (and worst) moments from our trips to Bali and Thailand... Then, we dive into the toner territory: from old-school stingy astrin…

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348. Cult Serums Under $100, Melasma Help & The $14 Freckle Pen We’re Loving 37:48

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We’re talking all things glow this week on Uncensored, from cult-status serums under $100 to the surprise return of permanent hair straightening. (Seriously, where is the Melbourne version of that GC/Sydney salon? Hannah needs answers.) Producer Jas is back with the latest and greatest from Adore HQ, including a $14 freckle pen that fakes summer sk…

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347. How to Have a Summer Glow All Year ’Round (Without the Sun) 27:13

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This week on Expert, Tegan shares her ultimate guide to faking that effortless summer glow no matter the season — no sunbathing required. If you’re feeling pale, dry, or just missing that lit-from-within radiance, this episode is your go-to survival kit for skin that looks healthy and glowing from head to toe. We cover everything from prepping your…

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346. We Tried the Viral Japanese Head Spa Taking Over Your TikTok Feed 38:09

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This week on Uncensored, Hannah and Producer Jas try the viral Japanese Head Spa treatment flooding your TikTok feed. Cascading basin taps, a scalp massage that borders on hypnotic, and the kind of lather ASMR dreams are made of — we road test The Head Spa by Hikari in Melbourne and ask: is it worth the $260 hype? But first, we’re diving into a hot…

Cosmetic Products You Should Use Podcasts