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Alex Hourigan is the queen of snagging bargains. She, and her partner-in-crime Sally, form the TikTok/podcasting duo known far and wide as ‘TWO BROKE CHICKS.’

Today, Alex shares her savviest money-saving tips when it comes to beauty. From the supermarket brands duping high-end, to the biggest beauty sales of the year, we're getting into it all...

Alex's beauty wisdom will leave you feeling like a million bucks without having to spend it.

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

Ultra Violette Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial SKINSCREEN SPF50+ $41.69

Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation $105

Morphe 2 Hint Hint Skin Tint $28

RARE BEAUTY Soft Pinch Liquid Blush $45

Rimmel London Multi-Tasker Concealer $9.50

TARTE Shape Tape Contour Concealer $51

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer $54

RARE BEAUTYSoft Pinch Liquid Blush Joy $45

Mcobeauty Dream Liquid Dewy Blush Soft Pink $25

Rimmel Natural Bronzer $9.40

HOURGLASS Ambient Lighting Bronzer $100

Flower Lash Warrior Mascara Fiercest Black $9.99

RARE BEAUTY Perfect Strokes Universal Volumizing Mascara $39

Morphe Color Pencil - Sweet Tea $6

Benefit Playtint Lip & Cheek Tint $42

FENTY BEAUTY Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer $36

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CREDITS:

Host: Lucy Neville

Guest: Alex Hourigan

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.

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Struggling with irritated skin and regretting using that spicy retinol last night? Been there, done that. But today, let's dive into our top picks for soothing products that will coax your skin back to its happy place.

Plus, if you're looking for a multitasking marvel for your hair, we've got you covered with a savey hybrid that primes, preps, and shields your locks after the shower. 

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

Ego QV Face Nurturing Night Cream $20.99

Cinch Skincare PUMP + GLOW $40

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 $24.95

SKINFIX Barrier+ Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream $90

CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion PM $25.99

Emma Lewisham Supernatural Face Crème Riche $150

The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum $29.10

URBAN JUNGLE Melt Me Softly Cleansing Balm $36

Emma Lewisham Illuminating Oil Cleanser $82

The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA $22.30

Ole Henriksen Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturiser $72

Avene Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream $32.99

Software Skin Ceramide Repair Balm $49

Holme Beauty Brush Number 3 $32

Benefit Flora Cheek & Lip Tint $42

Benefit Playtint Lip & Cheek Tint $42

BenefitChaCha Cheek & Lip Tint $42

BOUJEE: 

Recreation Beauty Bondi Beach - Undone $119

ULTRA VIOLETTE QUEEN SCREEN SPF50 SUPER GLOW DROPS $65

BUDGET: 

Benefit Benetint Cheek & Lip Tint $42 

Goldwell Dualsenses Curls & Waves Serum Spray $33.50

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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.

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She's a legend, she's an icon and she is the moment. She's Zoë Foster Blake and today, she's our guest!

Zoë is here to walk us through her ultimate skincare routine, her foolproof "shit skin fix" and the skin cycling routine that transformed her skin. 

Plus, Zoë shares the biggest lessons she's learnt over 20 years working in beauty and the beauty trends she thinks are overrated...

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

Go-To De-Crease Retinal Eye Serum $55

Go-To Much Brighter Skin Brightening Vitamin C Serum $59

Go-To Face Hero Face Oil $45

Go-To Very Useful Face Cream Daily Moisturiser $78

Go-To Nifty Fifty Hydrating Sunscreen $45

Gernetic Flower Acid GENTLE BIOLOGICAL PEELING $119

Go-To Fancy Face Nourishing Oil Cleanser $45

Go-To Juicy Gel Gentle Gel Cleanser $39

Go-To Glow Exfoliator Glycolic and Mandelic Acid $40

Go-To Much Plumper Skin Hydrating Serum $48

Go-To Face Hero Face Oil $45

CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask $585

NUFACE MINI FACIAL TONING DEVICE $364

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CREDITS:

Host: Erin Docherty

Guest: Zoë Foster Blake

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.

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Is flat hair making you feel a bit blah? We're here with our BIG list of ultimate favourite products, from shampoo, to sprays to foams (but not the crunchy kind don't worry!) 

And, we've rounded up a list of our all-time favourite makeup brushes, from $8 to $60. 

Plus, Kelly's taken matters into her own hands this week with a niggling skin issue. And now she's here to share a PSA on what not to do...

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

Ogx Thick & Full + Volumising Biotin & Collagen Shampoo For Fine Hair $11.50

Ogx Thick & Full + Volumising Biotin & Collagen Conditioner For Fine Hair $11.50

John Frieda Profiller + Thickening Shampoo For Fine Hair $10.50

John Frieda Profiller + Thickening Conditioner For Fine Hair $10.50

Living ProofFull Texturizing Foam $31

ELEVEN Body Volume Foam $20

Bondi Boost Hair Root Boost Volume Powder $26.25

Schwarzkopf Extra Care Push Up Volume Styling Powder $11.55

COLOR WOW Style On Steroids Texture Finishing Spray $53

NAK HAIR Ultimate Cleanse Shampoo $30.56

Akin Deep Clean Shampoo $9.97

ZOEVA The Complete Brush Set $206

Jessup 25pcs Professional Makeup Brush Set $46

IL Makiage Foundation Blending Brush #100 $60

RARE BEAUTY Soft Pinch Liquid Blush Brush $45

Holme Beauty BRUSH NUMBER THREE $32

Powder Brush - OXX Cosmetics $4

Adore Beauty Tools of the Trade 7-Piece Brush Set $50

Ultra Beauty Cosmetic Brush 8 Piece Set $24.39

Spectrum Los Angeles 6 Piece Brush Set $65.99

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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.

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Today, we need to talk about the primer dupe that has the original brand shaking in it's boots. It's cheap, it's STUNNING and it won't settle in your fine lines. 

Plus, Leigh has found a new Instagram Beauty brand she reckons has the most aesthetically pleasing packaging she's ever seen. 

And, Kmart has done it again. We just found another miracle complexion product that's under $10.

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille Eau De Parfum $265

OXX Cosmetics Highlighter Stick - Champagne $4

Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm $100

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: 

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Magic Hydration Revival Cleanser $52

GOLDFIELD & BANKS Silky Woods Elixir Botanical Series Perfume Spray $385

SHOP MY STASH:

Cinch CLEANSE+ GLOW $20

Edible Beauty Diamond Rush Brightening Eye Serum $90

EMPTY:

RARE BEAUTY Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter $49

Benefit The POREfessional Get Unblocked Cleansing Oil $62

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Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at [email protected] or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386. 

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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.

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Delta Goodrem is on the show today, and she's letting us go through her entire makeup bag. 

From her coveted technique for achieving instantly bronzed legs to her go-to all-in-one glow enhancer (that she puts everywhere), we're diving deep into her beauty routine.

Plus, Delta's journey with beauty, music and the valuable insights she's learnt from her two decades in the industry.

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

ELEFFECT The Tint $44.95

Revlon Illuminance Skin-Caring Foundation $42.95

Revlon ColorStay Flex Wear Full Coverage Concealer $26.95

Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Sun-Kissed Glow Bronzer $84

Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand $60

Revlon Skinlights Face Glow Illuminator Sunrise Luster $27.95

Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant Original $33

Ella Bache EYE AND LIP CLEANSER $50

REVLON ColorStay Micro Easy Precision Liquid Liner $29.95

Amy Jean Micro Stroke Pencil $42

Amy Jean Brow Velvet Duo $50

Revlon Super Lustrous Luscious Mattes Lipstick Untold Stories $23.99

Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream $437

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GET IN TOUCH:
Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at [email protected] or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386. 

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You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here.

CREDITS:

Host: Lucy Neville

Guest: Delta Goodrem

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.

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What is the quickest way to fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation? Do you need targeted treatments or are there products that do the trick? Let's find out..

And, is there a safer way to dip your toes into the world of lash serums? 

Plus, Lucy's trick for extending the texture and style of your second day hair without making it greasy or overloaded with product. 

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

FRESH Lotus Youth Preserve Resurfacing Dream Serum $98 

Trilogy Bakuchiol+ Booster Treatment $43.15

Medik8 Bakuchiol Peptides $110

Murad Rapid Dark Spot Correcting Serum $135

Emma Lewisham Skin Reset Serum $50

The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA $18.30

Vegamore GRO Lash Serum $112

The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Lash and Brow Serum $25.90

Organic Castor Oil $17

BOUJEE: 

FENTY BEAUTY Icon Velvet Liquid Lipstick in MVP $45

Living Proof Perfect hair Day Dry Shampoo $70

BUDGET: 

The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA $22.30

Essano Radiant Cocoa Glow Body Lotion $15

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GET IN TOUCH:

Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at [email protected] or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386. 

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.

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A cosmetic doctor just dissed our favourite serum...but they might have a point. 

Today, we're chatting with GP and beauty expert Dr. Prasanthi.

In a world flooded with new products every day, Dr Prasanthi is all about helping you understand what your skin truly needs, rather than blindly following trends. Because it's all fun and games until you've compromised your skin's natural barrier...

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% $31

ASPECT DRAspect Dr Multi B Plus $149

SkinCeuticals C E FERULIC VITAMIN C SERUM $242

Loreal Revatalift Clinical Vitamin C Serum $30

REGIMEN LAB WAVE SERUM $55

SKINFIX Triple Lipid + Collagen Activating Serum $114

The Secret The Base Cream $110

La Roche Posay Cicaplast Mask B5 Sheet Mask $10.39

Ultra Violette Supreme Screen Hydrating Facial SKINSCREEN $52

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Soothing Micellar Water Cleanser $32

CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser $26.99

SAN LUEUR Advanced LED Light Therapy Facial Mask $795

La Roche Posay Cicaplast B5 Repair Serum $49.39

Azclear Medicated Lotion $13.99

FRESH Lotus Youth Preserve Resurfacing Dream Serum $98

The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2% $15.30

You can find Dr. Prasanthi's ultimate LED mask breakdown here.

Enter the Lazy Gewl Giveaway here.

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GET IN TOUCH:

Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at [email protected] or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386. 

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: Dr. Prasanthi

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/subscribe

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Get ready for perfect, fluffy laminated brows as we unveil the top kits, products, and ingenious dupes that'll have you achieving that salon look from home.

And, We're delving deep into the hottest beauty trend: nose contouring. Join us as we guide you through our fool-proof technique to master the art of sculpting your nose. 

Plus, Kelly received a beauty gift from her friend that has revolutionised the way she washes her beauty tools. 

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

Luxe Lashlift Set + Brow Lamination Kit $79.95

Brow CodeImitations Micro Pencil $38

Brow Code Lustre Lamination Kit $99

Napoleon Perdis Fixated Brow Styling Soap $39

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze $22

NYX Professional Makeup Brow Glue Stick $14.99

Ardell Brow Glue $16.99

Ardell Brow Lamination $39.99

MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist Face Powder Sculpt $49

Nyx Matte Powder Bronzer $10

Morphe Cosmetics R13 Pointed Contour Brush $15

OXX Cosmetics 3 Pack Contour Kit $10

CliniqueChubby Stick Sculpting Contour $50

Westman Atelier Face Trace Contour Stick $82

MILK MAKEUP Matte Bronzer $42

Australis Dewy + Daring Cream Bronzer Ride or Die $15.95

NARS ITA KABUKI BRUSH $40

MECCA MAX Cheek Chiseler Brush $22

Benefit Hoola Matte Bronzer $37

Makeup Brushes Drying Rack $21.04

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GET IN TOUCH:

Got a beauty question you want answered?  Email us at [email protected] or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386. 

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.

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Kelly needs to share her latest newbie - innovative and customisable pimple patches that have revolutionised the industry. 

And, our latest chemist lipstick find that both matte and sheer girlies will love (and a hack to make it work for both.)

And if you thought you'd seen it all, think again. We've discovered a new concealer that's quickly risen to the top of our favourites list, and it's here to stay.

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

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: 

Image Skincare OrMedic Balancing Lip Enhancement Complex $49.95

Conserving Beauty Dissolving Zit Strips 6PCS $28

SHOP MY STASH:

Flower Beauty Flower Petal Play Shadow Quad Gilded Lily $13.99

Justice Haircare 10 Second Hair Miracle $22.95

Justice Haircare DETANGLE BRUSH $12.95

EMPTY:

OLE HENRIKSEN Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer $72

Esmi Skin Minerals Thirsty Skin Sheet Plumping Mask $59

SUBSCRIBE: 

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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 [email protected] or call the podphone on 02 8999 9386. 

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/subscribe

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.