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Every Lazy Girl Needs This Mask

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week the ladies are obsessed with masks!  If your skin is in need of some exfoliation Leigh's spendy this week will leave you with baby soft...

What To Do If Laser Goes Wrong

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last week in the You Beauty Facebook group a listener shared her recent experiences with laser hair removal. She had been left with small burns across...

The Concealer Hack That Will Give You A Natural Facelift

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Making headlines in beauty land this week... Scarlett Johansson, Scar Jo, has launched a beauty line that she claims, isn't your regular beauty line. ...

Here’s What To Do If You Have Hormonal Acne

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever gotten painful pimples well past your teenage years?  If this sounds like you, you might be suffering from hormonal acne.  Hor...

Prepping Your Base For A Full Face

06 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So you've done your skincare routine in the morning, had a full day at work, arrived home, showered and now you're getting ready to hit the town... so...

The Magnetic Brush Set Leigh Can’t Live Without

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What's the most expensive brush set you've ever bought? Was it over $100? Maybe even $200? Well, today Leigh recommends a $489 travel brush set. And b...

Vagina Mullets & Brazilians: The Great Bush Debate

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, listener Lauren (not her real name) asked what other Youbies were doing with their downstairs grooming in our Facebook group... And it spar...

How The Youbies Push Forward A Product Release

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week in beauty news...  We got our hands on that new Go-To product everyone's dying to try. Erin shares her thoughts as she got an exclusive...

What It Really Takes To Go Blonde

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All of us, at some point, have probably considered going blonde (unless you're in the 2% of people who is natural blonde).  But, for many of us, ...

Why Is My Skin So Oily?

27 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Does it feel like you've tried everything at this point to keep your natural oils at bay?  Well in today's episode, Leigh shares the real reason ...

The Savey Shampoo That Will Smooth The Frizziest Hair

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Has all the humidity and rain (thank you La Nina) lately gotten to your hair? Well this week, Shazzy has a savey recommendation that will de-frizz you...

Tanning Injections: What You Need To Know

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Melanion enhancing products have been doing the rounds on the internet recently, but what do we really know about them?  For today's episode of S...

'Twiggy', Floating & Winged: The Lash Trends To Watch In 2022

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here's what's making headlines in beauty land this week...  Do you love making your lashes a little extra glam? Well this year is set to be ...

The Do's And Dont's Of At Home Teeth Whitening

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you tried whitening products? Maybe you use whitening toothpaste or have dabbled in at-home whitening kits?  Today Shazzy investigates how e...

What Serums Mix With My Chemical Exfoliant?

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chemical exfoliants work wonders. But when is the best time to use them?  Today Shazzy and Leigh unpack the best way to use serums and exfoliants...

'Dewy Skin In A Bottle’ The Under $40 Serum That Will Make You Glow

17 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Good serums are pretty pricey, but thankfully Leigh is here is help! This week she recommends two serums, one spendy one savey and the supermarket con...

Why People In Their 20s Are Getting Botox

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Baby Botox, Micro Botox, Botox Kisses, or preventative botox, as some say, is taking over our Instagram feeds.  Young people on Tiktok and Instag...

Dot Contouring: What It Is & How To Do It

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What if we told you there is a new method of contouring in town? This week on beauty news... We talk about Chloe Morello's new contouring technique, h...

How Touching Your Feet Can Help Relieve Stress

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How good is your foot care these days? Do you exfoliant? Do you moisturise? or better yet, do you ever do an at-home massage? Well, joining us today i...

The Verdict On If You Need To Switch Up Your Shampoo

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Are you someone who changes shampoos? Maybe you have alternate formulas for alternate days? But is it necessary? In today's episode, Leigh and Shazzy ...

The Primer That Makes Your Pores Disappear

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever just wanted your pores to magically disappear?  Well, Leigh's savey today might be your new holy grail... Plus, Shazzy shares the quick-dry ...

The Kardashian Effect: How Huda Beauty Achieved Cult Status

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chances are, you've probably heard of Huda Beauty or better yet maybe you've even bought their iconic lashes. But have you ever wondered how Huda Beau...

This Easy Hack Will Give You The Perfect Bouncy Ponytail

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here's what's making news in beauty land this week... Today we're talking about Boohoo's new beauty range. Leigh and Erin managed to get their ha...

How To Fix The Skin Condition Affecting 1.6 Million Aussies

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

About 1.6 Million Aussies are currently living with dermatitis. Therefore it’s probably either affecting you or someone you know well... Today S...

Where You Should And Shouldn't Apply Your Retinol

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes a two in one product is exactly what you need in the morning. But when it comes to SPF tinted products which ones are really the best? ...

This Setting Spray Is An Oily Gals BFF

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trialling setting sprays are a lot of work. Thankfully Shazzy, as an oily girl herself has gifted us her holy grail spray in today's episode.  Pl...

Inside Kelly McCarren's Boob Job

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wanted to know what it's really like to get a boob job?  Well, in today's episode Kelly McCarren sits down with Shazzy Hunt to share her bre...

The Celebrity Chef With A Beauty Line

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week in beauty news...  We're chatting about THAT eyeliner look that spammed Instagram feeds across the world.  Of course, we're talkin...

“The Princess Diana”, Mullets & Bangs: The Haircuts To Watch In 2022

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know what hairstyles are trending in 2022? Well according to our guest today, "everything old is new again".  In today's episode, celebri...

What's The Difference Between Face And Body Sunscreen?

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wondered if there is really a difference between face and body sunscreen? Today on Q and A Leigh and Shazzy (filling in for Kelly) will ...

This $7 Moisturiser Will Revive Your Driest Skin

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After all this time in the sun, we wouldn't blame you if your skin is in need of some TLC... Thankfully in today's episode, Leigh shares her two-step ...

The 13 Fragrances That Are Cult For A Reason

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Some of us have signature scents, others like to alternate and some of us can't breathe certain perfumes without thinking of someone in particular.&nb...

The Discontinued Cult Fave That's Finally Back

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week in beauty news...  There's a new and unexpected skincare ingredient on the block... colostrum. The birthing fluid is meant to be great ...

Why We Get Tiny White Spots On Our Face & Body

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever gotten tiny white pimple-like spots pop up your face, you're not alone. In fact, it's very common. But can we avoid them? and should we...

The Korean Beauty Brands That Are Worth The Hype

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's a lot of hype about Korean beauty, but if you're new to it, where do you start?  On Monday's Kelly and Leigh answer your questions and to...

The $37 Lip Plumper You Won’t Be Able To Live Without

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A good glossy plumper is hard to find. Sometimes they're too sticky, sometimes they sting a little. So what if there was a lip gloss that got it just ...

Your Go-To Guide To Lash Serums, Tints & Extensions

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to enhance your lashes but not known how to go about it?  For today's episode Kelly takes a deep dive on all things lashes, ...

We Finally Got Our Hands On THAT Foundation

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week in beauty news...  After searching high and low we finally got our hands on the Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation, but is it ...

Why ‘Effortless’ Hair Will Be Everywhere In 2022

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all know, 'effortless' hair is anything but effortless. But is there anything we can do to achieve it at home?  Celebrity Hair Stylist, Bryce ...

Help! What Products Can I Mix Together?

16 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you can find shortcuts for your morning and night routines you're going to do it right?  Well, this week a listener asked us to settle a debat...

The Under $30 Hair Product That Will Rescue Your Split Ends

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's our first spendy savey episode of 2022! and if you're like us, you are probably in need of some products to rescue your summer skin and hair.&nbs...

The Two Step Secret For A Glowy Base

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how to get that perfect model glowy base that's everywhere right now? Well, Max May, one of Australia's leading hair and makeup artists,...

The Two Biggest Trends We’re Excited About For 2022

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The predictions for 2022 are in, and it's all about new applications!  Erin's is off this week so Kelly is jumping in the beauty news chair to ch...

Should My 12 Year Old Have A Skincare Routine?

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're seeing more and more skincare brands starting to release products for 'tween' skin. But does a pre-teen even need a beauty routine? Shazzy ...

What Is L-Ascorbic Acid? & Do I Need It In My Serum?

09 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kelly & Leigh are back for another year and their kicking things off by answering your questions! Anita's got a question about L-Ascorbic acid in ...

Our New Years (Beauty) Resolutions

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Every year Kelly & Leigh start the year by setting themselves some beauty resolutions. So today they’ll be reflecting on their 2021 resoluti...

Madeleine West Puts What On Her Face Every Day?

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re rifling through the beauty bag of Aussie actress Madeleine West! She’s gonna reveal her favourite serum (which she says is lik...

Our Top Products Of 2021

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our You Beauty gals try hundreds (even thousands!) of products each year, so asking them to pick a favourite out of everything they’ve tried is ...

Viral Beauty Influencer Hyram Yarbro’s Favourite Aussie Products

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

YouTube and Tik Tok sensation Hyram Yarbro is joining the You Beauty podcast today! We’ll be looking through his beauty bag, talking about brand...

Our Ultimate Spendy Saveys Of 2021

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

All year Kelly & Leigh have been giving you their weekly Spendy and Savey recommendations, but today they’ve had to narrow it down to their ...

What Brooke Boney Puts On Her Face

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Our famous In Her Bag episodes are back for the Christmas holidays! And to kick us off we’re diving straight into the beauty bag of th...

This Concealer Will Be Every Oily Gals Bestie This Summer

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The weather is warming up and those with an oiler skin type are busily preparing their makeup kits. A new setting spray, translucent powder, anything ...

Do Ingestible Beauty Products Actually...Work?

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There's a lot of debate over this question. Even some pretty heated debate from our very own Leigh Campbell after Dr Karl weighed in on Tik Tok. So we...

Here's What Beauty Looks Like In 2022

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Erin & Leigh reveal the top performing brands of 2021 and look back on our favourite moments from Beauty News this year. Plus ...

The Five Most Common Sunscreen Myths DEBUNKED

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As we head into Summer (and for some of us the Christmas break!) it's more important than ever to sort the fact from fiction when it comes to sunscree...

Help! My Dehydrated Skin Hates Oil Products

12 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This year has been all about oils! And it seems like everyone's incorporated one into their routine. But what do you do if your skin doesn't like them...

The World’s First SPF50 Lip Oil

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We bang on all the time about the importance of SPF, but do you ever think about protecting your lips as well as the rest of your face? Well, Leigh's ...

WTF Is Cosmelan & Do I Need It?

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We know that pigmentation is a huge skin concern for our Youbies. And while we've talked about some serums and treatments in the past, we hadn't broug...

The Advent Calendar That Got Chanel Cancelled

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Usually opening a beauty advent calendar is super exciting, but unfortunately for Chanel a customer was less than impressed when she finally cracked o...

The Treatments That *Actually* Work For Hair Loss

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hair loss is a condition that affects a staggering amount of Aussies at some point in their lifetime. Up to 32% of females and almost half of men from...

Do I Need A Serum For My Hands?

05 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ok, so we know we need serums for our face and neck. And we can't forget our decolletage, although we often do (whoops!). But do we also need to put s...

This Balm Will Give You Effortlessly Frizz Free Hair This Summer

02 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As we head into summer, frizz starts to rear it's ugly head. Especially if you're on the east coast of Australia right now (thanks La Niña!). B...

The Five Holiday Makeup Trends You Need To Know About

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The silly season is upon us which means Christmas parties, New Years Eve, events that we know you'll wanna look fab for! So Kelly's gonna walk you thr...

The Beauty Brand That’s Turned Off Their Socials

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Beauty News... Have you ever tried giving up social media? It can be hard enough as an individual but there's a beauty brand that's saying ...

The One Product It’s OK To Scrimp On

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to beauty products, it's easy to get caught up in the idea that the more expensive a product is the more effective it is. But that's not...

Do I Need To Exfoliate If I’m Using Retinol?

28 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's Monday and Kelly & Leigh are back to answer more of your questions! This week they're gonna help you refine your routine if you've just start...

This Day Cream Is Perfect For Combo Skin And Costs Less Than $30

25 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you have oily or combo skin chances are you know the struggle of finding a good moisturiser. One that's hydrating without being too heavy. Well, Le...

The Skin Prep Five Women Did Before Their Weddings

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's officially wedding season! And if you've ever wondered what kind of beauty prep goes into achieving that beautiful bridal glow, you're in luck. K...

Our Favourite Black Friday Beauty Sales

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Beauty-loving bargain hunters get excited because this Friday marks the start of the Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales! There are SO MANY brands doing d...

WTF Is Skin Purging?

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're part of our You Beauty facebook group (and why wouldn't you be) you've probably seen the word 'purging' being thrown about here and there. I...

Our Favourite Skincare Brands For Men

21 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For a long time the skincare industry has largely targeted women, but thankfully men's skincare is on the rise! There's a bunch of brands that'd be pe...

The Most Outrageously Priced Fragrance We've Ever Recommended

18 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You know we love a good fragrance. Whether they're spendys or saveys we have a tonne of favourites. But today Kelly is recommending the most expensive...

What It’s Really Like To Get A Brazilian Butt Lift

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A Brazilian Butt Lift (or BBL as it's known in the industry) is one of the most controversial and dangerous plastic surgeries you can undergo. It's a ...

The Lowdown On Skincare For Kids And Tweens'

16 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Beauty News, Erin & Leigh have all the details about Ariana Grande's beauty line, plus a new skincare brand for kids and tweens. And th...

What Really Causes Keratosis Pilaris (AKA Chicken Skin)

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're talking about a skin condition that affects around 40% of adults, at least 50% of adolescents, and yet is horribly misunderstood. Includin...

How Late Is Too Late To Do Your Morning Routine?

14 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a shift worker, or even just love a good sleep in, chances are you've questioned when you should be doing your 'morning routine'. In today's...

The Cheap-As Foundation That Gives Us Flawless Skin

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's Spendy Savey day! And this week Kelly & Leigh have recommendations for dry shampoo, hyaluronic acid, and an affordable foundation that'll giv...

Why Glossier Products Sell Out In Seconds

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're a beauty tragic like us chances are you've heard of the brand Glossier. And if you're like Kelly you may have even travelled halfway around ...

The Celebrity With A 58-Step Skincare Routine

09 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We have some wild and wacky stories for you in today’s Beauty News episode! Including a celebrity skincare routine that’s almost 60 steps ...

The iPhone Trick That’ll Help You Contour Like A Pro

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The one and only Mario Dedivanovic joins Shazzy on today's Ask An Expert episode! The brains behind Makeup By Mario is gonna tell us what it's like wo...

The Best Beauty Advent Calendars of 2021

07 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the most wonderful time of the year... it's time to get your beauty advent calendar! And Kelly & Leigh have compiled a list of their favourit...

The Goldilocks Of Lip Balms

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lip balms are possibly one of the most underrated tools in our beauty kit. They're obviously super necessary in winter, but they're also perfect in th...

These Are The Ingredients You *Actually* Can’t Use While Pregnant

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ever since Kelly announced her pregnancy she has been inundated with questions from other pregnant lasses about what they can and can't use. So she as...

How #Slowvember Will Affect Your Beauty Purchases This Month

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

November is here... And while it's hard to believe the years almost over, the good news is we're heading into the best time of year for bargain beauty...

The Best Facial Oil For Each Skin Type

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Facial oils have taken our skincare routines by storm in the last few years. At first, there were only one or two kinds on the market but now there ar...

What’s The Difference Between Mineral & Physical Sunscreen?

31 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When did sunscreen get so complicated? It's hard enough remembering to reapply ever 2 hours, let alone diciphering all the different kinds that are no...

This Exfoliant Is A Facial In A Bottle

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last few months many of us have had to scramble to find at home treatments that'll give us that 'just been to the salon' glow. And even now, ...

Three Women On How They Manage Their Psoriasis

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This is a You Beauty first! Today Kelly's joined by a panel of Youbies, shining her spotlight on psoriasis. You'll get to hear how they manage their c...

The Surprising Scent Of Billie Eilish’s New Fragrance

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's beauty news, Erin & Leigh are giving us some insight into beauty trend predictions for 2022, and a new beauty collective that's giving ...

The Best (And Worst) LED Light Colours For Pigmentation

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you are one of many, many Youbies out there grappling with pigmentation, then this episode is one you don’t want to miss! Shazzy called in th...

How Do I Know If I'm Getting A Good Facial?

24 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Beautician appointments are a bit of a luxury and considering the price tag of certain treatments we want to be making sure we're getting our money's ...

Leigh FINALLY Found The Perfect Nude Lipstick After 20 Years

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Something that's been highlighted in the beauty industry over the past few years is that 'nude' coloured products aren't actually everyone's nude. But...

The Beauty Product Deni Todorović Couldn't Live Without

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever stumbled across Deni Todorović's Instagram chances are you're obsessed. Their energy, their clothes, and (most importantly) their bold...

#LubePrimer Is Trending... This Is Why

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Something we never thought we'd be talking about adding to our beauty routines: Lube. Yes, the gel you use during sexy time. Tik Tokers are slathering...

How Many Times You Should *Actually* Use Retinol In A Week

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Retinol is often toted as the miracle cure for a plethora of skin concerns. But with that much power comes responsibility, and a tonne of caveats on h...

The Two Key Ingredients To Fade Pigmentation

17 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

One of the biggest skin concerns we hear about from our Youbies is pigmentation. Whether it's from the sun, ageing, or even acne, Kelly & Leigh ar...

The Best Brow Pencil Leigh’s Ever Used

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Finding an amazing brow pencil is like finding a needle in a haystack. I mean you can get by with an ok one, but when you find one that's so fine it l...

Which Hair Removal Method Is Right For Me?

13 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're in the business of removing your body hair you're gonna wanna listen to this. Kelly's compared the pros and cons of the most popular hair re...

Underpainting: The MU Trend For People Too Nervous To Contour

12 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's Wednesday which means BEAUTY NEWS TIME! And this week Erin & Leigh have details on Ellen DeGeneres new skincare line as well as a rumoured be...

The Five Makeup Brushes Everyone Needs In Their Kit

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever looked at a MUA's kit and thought 'What the hell do all those brushes do?', you're not alone. So we got Michael Huxley to run us throug...