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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...

How Do I Get Rid Of Razor Burn?

10 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hands up who doesn't get razor burn? If your hand is up we are SO jealous of you. Every time summer rolls around and we whip out the old razor, we kno...

The Savey Fragrance Kelly's Emptied SEVEN Times

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's no secret Kelly absolutely froths a good fragrance, and she owns so many it's a wonder she ever finishes a bottle. But there is one particular sc...

How Charlotte Tilbury Became A Household Name

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Charlotte Tilbury is FINALLY in Australia! Her products have landed in MECCA in what the beauty retailer is calling the "biggest launch” in thei...

Everything You Need To Know About Bioderma's New Sister Brand

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard of Etat Pur yet? Chances are you're about to! It's the new sister brand to French brand Bioderma that's making skincare easy. It's even...

All Your Rosacea Questions, Answered

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Recently we asked our Youbies what they'd like us to ask an expert, and we were overwhelmed by the number of rosacea questions that got sent in. So we...

The Best Shampoos For Blonde Hair

03 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Blonde babes get excited! This week our resident blonde queen, Kelly McCarren, is spilling all her secrets about keeping your hair looking fresh and b...

The Smelly Savey Kelly's Accidentally Been Keeping Secret

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's Friday recommendations time!! And this week ALL of Kelly's products are fragrance based, including a savey that she's used for ages but never tho...

A Beginners Guide To Fake Tanning

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The cooler weather is almost behind us and boy are we keen to shed our jumpers and trackies! But for those of us who want to emerge from our winter co...

The Top Ten Serums Aussie Women Are Buying

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of You Beauty is thanks to L’Occitane's New Immortelle Reset Serum. Pick one up to try for yourself here. Serums, serums, serums. W...

How Your Skincare Could Be Sabotaging Your Makeup Longevity

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of You Beauty is thanks to L’Occitane's New Immortelle Reset Serum. Pick one up to try for yourself here. Freedom Day is on the hor...

What Can Be Done About Hair Loss?

26 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of You Beauty is thanks to L’Occitane's New Immortelle Reset Serum. Pick one up to try for yourself here. Losing your hair is never...

Leigh NEVER Thought She'd Recommend This...

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Kelly & Leigh try A LOT of beauty products! And every Friday they recommend a tonne of favourites for us to try. But Leigh never expected to be re...

How Much Sunscreen Do You Actually Need To Use?

22 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

SPF every day. It's a rule all good Youbies live by, but we still have questions. Like how much do we actually have to wear? And how often do we reall...

Can Bananas Really Brighten Our Under Eye?

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another week another viral beauty hack from Tik Tok. This time people are giving themselves a facial with banana skins... does it work? Erin & Lei...

How Much Hair You Should Actually Lose In A Day?

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We put so much thought into our skincare routine, but have you given much thought to your hair routine? Turns out that in our day-to-day hair maintena...

Can I Laminate My Brows At Home?

19 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you've been in lockdown for too long or you're just looking to pinch your pennies, there's a chance you've contemplated taking some of your be...

The Savey Sunscreen That Feels Like A Serum

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The warmer weather is upon us and for those of us who've been in lockdown, there's some freedom on the horizon. Which means we need to stock up on our...

What Does A Plasma Pen Actually Do?

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today Kelly's shining her spotlight on Plasma Pens! It's a treatment that people often turn to treat wrinkles around the eyes, but how does it actuall...

Our Thoughts On MCoBeauty's New Skincare Line

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Red carpet beauty is back this week with the VMAs and Met Gala going down in New York. Plus, MCoBeauty (which we’re obsessed with for their affo...

Do I Need To Protect My Skin From Pollution?

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever seen an anti-pollution skincare product and thought: 'What is that? And why does my face need to be protected from pollution?' We...

The Best Things To Slather On Your Face Before A Swim

12 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spring has well and truly sprung, which means swim season is upon us! But after spending all winter maintaining our hydration we're not about to throw...

This One-Step Product Will Replace Your Shampoo AND Conditioner

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As good as fresh hair feels, the process to get there can sometimes feel a bit tedious. Luckily Leigh's found a product to simplify even the most basi...

The A-Z Of Skincare Acids

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lactic acid... glycolic acid... salicylic acid...hyaluronic acid... There are SO many skincare acids it can be hard to know which does what. So Kelly'...

Is This The Most Hyped Serum Launch Of The Year?

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's beauty news, Erin & Leigh have all the details about a new addition to the edible beauty space, a first-of-its-kind supplement that...

Thinking Of Trying Prescription Skincare? Here's What You Need To Know

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Prescription skincare has been around for quite a while, but gone are the days of having to book an appointment with a derm to get it! These products ...

What You Need To Know Before Trying At Home Hair Dying

05 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you've been in lockdown or you just can't afford a salon trip at the moment, there's a point where almost everyone considers taking their hair...

Can Sheets Really Cure Your Acne?

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sheets that fight acne... sounds too good to be true right? Well Leigh put them to the test so you don't have to!  The list of products mentioned...

“I Was Considered Medically Blind”: Inside Kelly’s Laser Eye Surgery

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Youbies who wear glasses know the struggle. It affects so many facets of your life, even something as simple as putting on eye makeup is hard.  I...

The $20 IKEA Product We're Adding To Cart Immediately!

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bargain beauty buys can be found in the strangest of places. And this time around, the product people are going crazy for on Tik Tok is from homewares...

What Exactly Is Co-Washing?

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're asking an expert all about co-washing! How to do it, what hair types most benefit from it, and what you need to look for in a co-washing p...

What's The Go With Edible Beauty?

29 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ok, so we know that collagen is something our body produces that keeps our skin looking plump and youthful. And collagen production is something we wa...

Life's Too Short For Boring Sunscreen

26 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We've said it once and we'll say it again... SPF should be an essential step in your skincare routine EVERY DAY. And if it's something we're using dai...

The Laxative Facial: Is It As Gross As It Sounds?

25 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

So apparently people are steaming their faces with laxatives... no joke. This has apparently been a cult, secret skincare treatment for a while, and n...

A Product Launch Three Years In The Making

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In today's Beauty News: Erin & Leigh have details on a new skincare range from one of Australia's biggest makeup brands, plus a product launch thr...

How To Know When It's Time To Throw Out A Product

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Spring is just around the corner. And while we're in spring-cleaning mode we should probably turn our attention to our beauty products, because there'...

The Six Smudge Free Mascara’s We Can’t Live Without

22 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With masks becoming more and more part of our daily lives, the focus of our makeup routine is the eyes. And if you've been struggling to find a mascar...

Our Favourite Masks To Use In The Morning

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Hands up who's only ever done their masks at night. Us too, until we realised that morning masks are a thing! And Kelly & Leigh have discovered tw...

What It's Like Having A Vampire Facial

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The vampire facial, known professionally as PRP therapy, is a treatment that injects platelets from your blood back into your face to stimulate new ce...