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  • Beauty IQ Uncensored

    405. Are You Accidentally Doubling Up on Skincare Actives?

    22/06/2026 | 31 mins.
    This week on Expert, Tegan is back from Italy and has plenty to report! She's had some unforgettable deli snacks, a pretty good plane ride with a baby, and schooled herself on all things advanced CO2 lasers.
    Next up, it's time for Win, Bin or Recycle, and today it's one of TikTok's most talked-about wellness trends: mouth taping. Tegan and Sadaf break down what it is, why people are doing it, and whether it's actually worth adding to your bedtime routine.
    Then, if you've ever looked at your skincare shelf and wondered whether you're accidentally using five products that do the same thing, listen up. It's a deep dive into skincare actives, from how to identify them in your products, which combinations can cause issues, and how to simplify your skincare routine, getting the same great results with less steps.
    Finally, an Adore Anonymous listener needs help. They're devoted to hot pilates but worried that all that heat and sweat is leaving their hair dry, brittle and lacking shine. The team shares their favourite tips for protecting hair health while keeping up an active lifestyle, along with the products they recommend to restore moisture and strength.
    Everything mentioned:
    Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask
    Evo The Great Hydrator Moisture Mask
    K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
    Kérastase Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum
    Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Leave-In Treatment
    Virtue Healing Oil

    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.
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    404. Hannah's Final Episode (and Her Ultimate PWDKWN List)

    15/06/2026 | 28 mins.
    After seven years behind the mic, it's finally time for Hannah's last episode of Uncensored! We're emotional, we're nostalgic, so let's take a look back at some of the biggest beauty trends, launches and interviews she's covered in the last seven years. Then, grab a pen! Hannah's running through her all-time favourite products, her ultimate PWDKWN list. These are the formulas she's repurchased, recommended endlessly and remained loyal to throughout her Beauty IQ journey. But before that, Mel and Hannah dive into her last Cringey Convo, this time exploring the weird, wonderful and occasionally alarming things men think about periods. From innocent misunderstandings to genuinely rage-inducing ignorance, it's a ride.
    Hannah's All-Time PWDKWN:
    Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place Foundation
    Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray
    Lanolips 101 Ointment Multibalm in Coconutter
    ASAP Gentle Cleansing Gel
    K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask
    Kérastase Nutritive 8H Magic Night Serum
    SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF
    Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Powder Bronzer
    Benefit Cosmetics 24-HR Brow Setter Clear Brow Gel
    Lumira Cuban Tobacco Candle
    Aesop Reverence Aromatique Hand Wash
    We'll miss you, Hannah!
    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: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason
    Producer: Melissa Mason
    For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    403. Exactly How to Get Rid of Milia

    09/06/2026 | 21 mins.
    This week on Expert, friend of the pod Yads Cauchi joins Sadaf while Tegan's away to discuss everything from wedding fragrances to getting rid of milia.
    First up, are AI beauty influencers changing the way we discover products? Sadaf and Yads unpack the trend, how to spot an AI influencer, and what it could mean for the future of beauty recommendations.
    Then, it's time for Win, Bin or Recycle, this time judging wedding perfumes. Is investing in a dedicated fragrance for your big day a beautiful memory-maker or an unnecessary expense? Yads and Sadaf have plenty of thoughts, plus some stellar recommendations.
    Then, Yads dives into one of the most common skincare concerns she sees in-clinic: milia. She explains what causes those stubborn little bumps, why they can be so difficult to treat, and the best ways to prevent them from returning.
    Plus, if you've ever felt overwhelmed by the world of fragrance, this episode is for you. Sadaf and Yads share their tips for discovering your signature scent, how to sample fragrances properly, and the perfumes worth adding to your testing list.
    Everything mentioned:
    Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum
    Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb Eau de toilette
    Givenchy L'Interdit Eau de Parfum
    Chloé Eau de Parfum
    Burberry Her Eau de Parfum
    Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum
    BDK La Decouverte Parisienne Discovery Set
    Kilian Paris Icons Mini Discovery Set
    Kayali Discovery Layering Set
    Lumira Parfum Discovery Set
    Commodity Exploration Set
    Commodity Personal Scent Space Kit
    who is elijah The Staples Collection
    Aesop Fragrance Anthology Volume I
    Kilian Paris Angels' Share
    Kilian Paris Love, Don't Be Shy

    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.
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    402. Hannah's Year Without Injectables (and the Products She Swore By)

    01/06/2026 | 31 mins.
    This week on Uncensored, Mel and Hannah are circling back on a couple of PWDKWN recommendations from weeks ago, because they've just tried each other's faves and have some thoughts.

    Hannah has also been on another quest for better sleep, and this time she's testing a seriously high-tech solution: the Therabody Smart Goggles 2.0. Are they a game-changer for winding down, or just another gadget destined for the bedside table graveyard?

    After a year without injectables during pregnancy and breastfeeding, Hannah's got a list of skincare products she wants to discuss, ones that have genuinely helped improve the health, texture and overall appearance of her skin. Plus, she's had a surprising revelation about ageing that might just change the way you think about your face, too.

    Meanwhile, Mel has discovered the ultimate weapon against flyaways. Whether you're committed to the slicked-back bun life or trying to keep a fringe in check, she's found a hair product that delivers serious hold without the crunchy finish.

    Products:
    MAC Cosmetics Powder Kiss Lip + Cheek Mousse in Pink Roses
    K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo
    Therabody Smart Goggles 2.0
    asap N20 Peptide Complex
    Medik8 C Tetra Advanced
    PCA Skin Pigment Gel Pro
    SkinCeuticals Hyaluronic Acid Intensifier Multi-Glycan
    Eleven Australia Smooth Me Now Flyaway 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: Hannah Furst and Melissa Mason
    Producer: Melissa Mason
    For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    401. Textured Skin & the Peptide Panic Explained

    25/05/2026 | 22 mins.
    This week on Expert, Sadaf is joined by a guest and friend of the podcast, dermal clinician Yads Cauchi!
    First up: Win, Bin or Recycle tackles the divisive world of stick-on bras. Are they secretly genius, or just one sweaty panic attack waiting to happen? The girls cover internet-famous brands you should know about, including a few surprising buys.
    Then, Yads breaks down how to manage textured skin as we head into winter, from congestion and roughness to those tiny bumps that makeup seems determined to highlight. She shares her favourite ways to use glycolic acid, including a few sneaky uses beyond your face that might completely change your body care routine.
    And finally, a listener asks: what is actually going on with peptides? Are they harmful, or is TikTok spiralling again? Sadaf and Yads explain the difference between the controversial ingestible peptides making headlines and the skin-loving peptides found in your skincare.
    Products mentioned:
    Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation
    Alpha-H Liquid Gold Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Treatment
    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.
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About Beauty IQ Uncensored
Beauty IQ Uncensored is Adore Beauty’s must-listen podcast for straight-talking beauty lovers. Each week, we bring you two episodes filled with product reviews, skincare deep dives, and unfiltered beauty chat—because beauty should be fun, not confusing. Mondays – Beauty IQ Uncensored: Beauty journos Mel and Hannah get into the good, the bad, and the unhinged of beauty. Expect trending product road tests, viral beauty deep dives, and your most hilarious beauty confessions. Wednesdays – Beauty IQ Expert: Beauty editor Sadaf and skin therapist Tegan tackle the science of beauty. From skincare myths to ingredient breakdowns and pro tips, this is your go-to for expert-backed beauty advice. DM us your questions @adorebeauty www.adorebeauty.com.au
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