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Where do you start when building a men’s skincare routine? Are lip tattoos actually worth the hype? And what can new mums do about postpartum hair loss? This week on Expert, Tegan and Sadaf are covering practical beauty advice for real life, from on-the-go essentials to the hair changes that can happen after having a baby. First up, if you’ve ever realised you forgot deodorant, lip balm or a hair tie right when you needed it most, you’re probably not Tegan, who runs us through her extensive 'car beauty must-haves'. Then, for Win, Bin, Recycle, it’s all about cosmetic lip tattoos. They’re back and all over social media, promising long-lasting colour without the constant reapplication. Do they actually work? We break down how lip tattoo products work, who they’re best suited for and whether they’re a beauty hack worth trying – or one to skip. Then, it’s a men’s intervention. If you’ve got a guy in your life (or you’re a male listener keen for a skincare refresh), we’ve got you covered. Tegan and Sadaf run through a straightforward men’s grooming routine, covering the essential products that make the biggest difference, from cleanser and moisturiser to shaving essentials and SPF. There are plenty of product recs in the mix, too! Then on Adore Anon, this week’s listener question comes from a new mum experiencing postpartum hair shedding. We explain why it happens, how long it typically lasts, and share haircare tips and product recommendations that can help support your hair through the annoying regrowth phase.

Everything mentioned:
Ultra Violette Preen Screen SPF50 Reapplication Mist
Skoop Babe Blotter Blotting Papers
NYX The Brow Glue
K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo
Cosmedix Skin Thirst Moisturising Hyaluronic Acid Cream
We Are Feel Good Inc Good Morning Daily Face SPF50
Hada Labo Men’s Gentle Face Wash Hydrating Foam Cleanser
Hada Labo Men’s Aqua Booster Revitalising Hydro Gel
Clinique For Men Face Scrub
Medicube Zero Pore Pads
Innisfree Forest For Men Anti-Ageing All In One Essence
Clinique For Men Maximum Hydrator Activated Water Gel Concentrate
Weleda Men’s Moisturising Cream
Aspect Purastat5 Cleanser
Virtue Flourish Density Booster
JS Health Hair + Energy
Vida Glow Hairology Advanced Repair
Done Haircare Ultimate Root Retouch Kit
Olaplex Repair Trio Bundle
Read Sadaf’s car essentials article on Beauty IQ here.

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Credits:
Hosts: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald
Producer: Melissa Mason

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Like every other person on the planet right now, Mel is obsessed with figuring out the exact beauty products Carolyn Bessette Kennedy used, and with the help of Yads Cauchi, she might have done it. But first, Mel tells Hannah about the rise of 'lunchtime boob jobs' in New York – a cosmetic procedure designed to be quick enough to fit into a lunch break. Then, Hannah shares some of her increasingly chaotic late-night ChatGPT searches. Friend of the podcast and dermal clinician Yads Cauchi then joins Mel for a long discussion about Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s beauty routine, from the products she used that you can still buy (including that famous berry lipstick) to the skincare brands she’d probably love today. Finally, Mel tries the viral VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot live on the podcast. If you’ve seen this trending skincare treatment all over TikTok and wondered what it actually feels like on the skin, this on-air test might give you the answer. Thank you to Yads Cauchi for joining us!

Everything mentioned:
Bobbi Brown Crushed Lip Color in Ruby
MAC Cosmetics Macximal Silky Matte Lipstick in Russian Red
Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey
MAC Lip Pencil in Cool Spice
MAC Cosmetics Studio Fix Powder Plus Foundation
Bobbi Brown Longwear Cream Eyeshadow Stick in Bone
Juliette Has A Gun Not A Perfume
Cosmedix
Medik8
The Ordinary Natural Moisturising Factors + HA
Philip Kingsley Elasticizer
VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot 300
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Credits:
Hosts: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason
Producer: Melissa Mason
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Should you actually sit on public toilet seats? It’s the debate dividing the team this week, as Tegan and Sadaf weigh in on whether it’s fine or whether hovering is the only option. Then, Tegan takes a deep dive into melasma, the stubborn pigmentation condition that can be incredibly frustrating to manage. She explains what actually causes melasma, why it’s so closely linked to hormones and sun exposure, and the key things you can do to help prevent it from worsening. Tegan also breaks down the treatment options available, from skincare you can use at home to the professional treatments that can help manage it in-clinic. Finally, in Adore Anon, a listener wants to know what she can actually do about split ends. Are there products that genuinely repair them, or is the only real fix a haircut? The team shares practical tips for preventing and managing split ends so your hair stays as healthy as possible between trims.

Everything mentioned:
Beauty IQ article: Getting regular haircuts
ABC Article: How dirty are public toilet seats?
Societe Even Out Dark Spot Corrector
Cosmedix Simply Brilliant 24/7 Brightening Serum
Aspect Pigment Punch+
Skinceuticals C E Ferulic
Aspect Extreme B 17
PCA Skin Intensive Brightening Treatment
Kerastase Nutritive Nutri-Supplement Split Ends Serum
Davines Natural Tech Nourishing Keratin Sealer
Pure Precious Ends Leave-In Treatment
Virtue Healing Oil
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Credits:
Hosts: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald
Producer: Melissa Mason
For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au
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This week on Uncensored, Mel and Hannah dive into the weird, wonderful and slightly questionable things living in our handbags… and what might also be living on them. From loose lip balms and snack crumbs to rogue hair ties and mystery receipts, Mel and Hannah compare the chaotic contents of their bags and discuss the surprising amount of bacteria handbags can harbour if they’re never cleaned. We’ve also got long-time Australian beauty editor Sarah Tarca and co-creator of beauty newsletter Gloss Etc. on the show to talk through the products she’s loved most throughout her career in beauty. Skincare staples, makeup she refuses to give up, and a discontinued perfume she still mourns, plus the fragrance she now wears that gets constant compliments and acts as a close semi-dupe. Hannah has always been a fan of cult Skinceuticals serum C E Ferulic, but she recently branched out into other products from the Skinceuticals lineup, discovering a few under-the-radar formulas that deserve just as much attention. She shares what she’s been testing, what surprised her, and which products might be worth adding to your routine if you’re already a fan of the brand. Thank you to Sarah Tarca from Gloss Etc. for joining us!

Everything mentioned:
BDK Tabac Rose
Skinceuticals C E Ferulic Serum
Medik8 Crystal Retinal 20
Medik8 Liquid Peptides Advanced MP
Hada Labo Moisturising Facial Sheet Mask
Alpha H Melting Moment Cleansing Balm
Bioderma Atoderm Cleansing Shower Oil
L’Oreal Paris True Match Nude Plumping Serum Tint
It Cosmetics Bye Bye Under Eye Concealer
Maybelline New York The Falsies Surreal Extensions Mascara
Dior Addict Lip Glow Balm
Vida Glow Pro Collagen+
Sinceuticals A.G.E Advanced Eye
Skinceuticals A.G.E Interrupter Advanced
Skinceuticals Hyaluronic Acid Serum HA Intensifier Multi-Glycan
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner
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Credits:
Hosts: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason
Producer: Melissa Mason
For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au
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This week on Expert, Sadaf and Tegan are all about tough love. Got sunburnt? They’re not mad, they’re just disappointed! Still, it happens to all of us sometimes, but there are ways to cope with an accidental one. But first up, Sadaf shares a game-changing under-eye concealer trick from TikTok for amazing dark circle coverage, and Tegan jumps in with her own clever hack for setting concealer without the creases. How to avoid emphasising fine lines + concealer that lasts the distance? Yes, please. Then it’s Win, Bin, Recycle: lash curlers. Are the scary-looking contraptions an essential step or a relic from 2003? The team debates whether they’re worth the effort. And yep, we’ve all been there. Accidental sunburn. Sadaf and Tegan break down immediate steps to calm inflamed skin, ingredients that help vs ingredients that will make it all worse, the active skincare products to pause, and what in-clinic treatments you can and can’t get done while your skin is healing. Finally, a listener needs advice: she’s got the crotch sweats. Tegan and Sadaf talk fabric choices that can make a difference, whether antiperspirant is an option and products you can use (and where).

Everything mentioned:
Maybelline Sky High Sensational Mascara in Dark Brown
We Are Feel Good Inc After Sun Cooling Lotion
Skoop Skin Shield Anti-Chafe Balm

Send us your tips, tricks, questions and feedback at @adorebeauty on IG.

Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.
Credits:
Hosts: Sadaf Razi and Tegan MacDonald
Producer: Melissa Mason
For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.