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  • Why SNS Is Actually Terrible for Your Nails (According to a 20-Year Pro)

    Why SNS Is Actually Terrible for Your Nails (According to a 20-Year Pro)
    Aug 18 2025

    Let's be honest...we've all been getting our nails done wrong this whole time. That quick SNS mani you love? It might actually be damaging your nails. Those "breathing breaks" you take? Complete myth.

    This week, I'm sitting down with Sarah Elmaz - the woman who turns nails into actual art galleries. We're talking three-hour appointments, Disney characters so detailed they look like tiny paintings, and clients who fly interstate just to sit in her chair. But more importantly, she's about to blow up everything you think you know about getting your nails done.

    From why SNS is basically just expensive glue and powder, to the real reason your manicure only lasts two weeks (spoiler: it's not your fault), Sarah breaks down everything your nail tech should be doing but probably isn't.

    PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

    • Get Buffed Pro
    • Cuticle Oil
    • Get Buffed Pro Nail Stickers

    FOR MORE WHERE THIS CAME FROM:

    Watch & Subscribe on YouTube – Part 1 of our chat with Ethan drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here.

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    CREDITS:

    Hosts: Kelly McCarren

    Guest: Sarah Elmaz (Get Buffed Nails)

    Producer: Sophie Campbell

    Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler

    Mamamia's studios are furnished with thanks to Fenton & Fenton. For more head to their website here.

    Just so you know — some of the product links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping!

    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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  • The Bronzing Drops Truth & Can You Actually Shrink Your Pores?

    The Bronzing Drops Truth & Can You Actually Shrink Your Pores?
    Aug 17 2025
    Time to decode the bronzing drops obsession! Leigh & Kelly are telling us why these customisable tanning products are all over our feeds and whether they're worth the hype or if they might just make you look greasy instead of glowy. They're sharing the affordable options that do the trick and explaining why mixing anything with your sunscreen is a big no-no. Then they're tackling the pore predicament! Can you actually shrink your pores or is it all marketing BS? They're revealing why your pores seem to get bigger with age (it's not your imagination!), sharing the ingredients that genuinely help minimise their appearance, and dropping the genius swirling technique that'll change how you apply pore-blurring primer forever. EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Anti-Pollution Sunshine Drops 30 ml $68.00 Ultra Violette Queen Screen SPF 50 Super Glow Drops-Bronzing $45.00 Morphe Hot Shot Sun Drops 30ml $26.00 e.l.f SKIN Bronzing Drops - Copper Gold, Vitamin E and Sunflower Seed Oil $20 Revolution Bright Light Bronzing Drops Bronze Scorched 23ml $24.00 W7 Golden Glow Drops - Radiant Bronzing Drops $6.99 Australian Glow Bronzing Drops with SPF 50+ Sun Drip 30ml $15.00 DB Designer Brands Endless Summer Bronzing Drops $14.99 NYX Professional Makeup Pore Filler Primer 20ml $26.99 Max Factor Miracle Touch Foundation $38.95 Disclaimer: Bronzing drops with SPF50+ should not be a substitute for your sunscreen protection. FOR MORE WHERE THIS CAME FROM: This week, you can get 20% off a Mamamia sponsorship, and Mamamia will match that 20% and donate it to RizeUp, a charity supporting women and families affected by domestic violence. Subscribe today with the code BEAUTYGIVEBACK until 24 August 2025. Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here Watch & Subscribe on YouTube – Our Q&A episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note on Instagram! CREDITS: Hosts: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren Producer: Sophie Campbell & Ella Maitland Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris Mamamia's studios are furnished with thanks to Fenton & Fenton. For more head to their website here. Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • New Dyson Review & The $27 3-in-1 Foundation

    New Dyson Review & The $27 3-in-1 Foundation
    Aug 14 2025
    Breaking news: Rimmel London are the go-to brand for skin tints that are just as good as our luxury picks! On today's Spendy Savey Leigh's found two $24 skin tints that cater to every skin type, while Kelly's loving a $27 foundation that's doing the heavy lifting without looking heavy. We're testing $578 perfumes that smell like vintage glamour, sampling Scandinavian serums that make your skin look airbrushed, and discovering why the new Dyson Airwrap might actually be worth the hype (and the $999 price tag). EVERYTHING MENTIONED: SPENDY: Kelly: Subversive Serum Paradoxe $113.00 Leigh: Ere Perez Lychee Crème Corrector $52.00 SAVEY: Kelly: Milani Conceal & Perfect Foundation $26.99 Leigh: Rimmel Kind & Free Glow It Up & Blur It Out Moisturising Skin Tints $23.95 NEWBIES: Kelly: Bilie Razors Leigh: Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x multi-styler and dryer $999.00 SHOP MY STASH/EMPTY: Kelly: The Alchemist's Garden - A Floral Verse $578 Leigh: Calmerceuticals Deep Hydrating Collagen Face Mask $17.95 FOR MORE WHERE THIS CAME FROM: The Ultimate Fragrance Deep Dive: From 500-Year-Old Scents To Modern Obsessions Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Here is the survey and T&Cs links but please let me know if you need anything else from me xSurvey hereT&Cs here Watch & Subscribe on YouTube, this episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Subscribe to Mamamia here GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note on Instagram! You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. CREDITS: Hosts: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren Producer: Sophie Campbell & Ella Maitland Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris Mamamia's studios are furnished with thanks to Fenton & Fenton. For more head to their website here. Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • Style Inspo: No Cash? No Worries. Your Budget Friendly Wardrobe Guide

    Style Inspo: No Cash? No Worries. Your Budget Friendly Wardrobe Guide
    Aug 13 2025

    Ready for a wardrobe refresh? Leigh's back with the brilliant Kim Crowley (seriously, she's so organised it's almost suspicious) helping you get your wardrobe sorted without breaking the bank.

    Kim tells us why most of us can buy clothes but can't create outfits and lets us in on her revolutionary 4x4 shopping method that multiplies your outfit options without multiplying your spending. She's also got the ultimate wardrobe audit process to help us make sure we're doing the most we can to find new homes for the clothes we don't love anymore.

    Plus, Mia Freedman drops in for a bonus chat about mastering the pre-loved fashion game—perfect for anyone ready to refresh this financial new year without the splurge.

    Mamamia studios are styled with furniture from Fenton and Fenton visit www.fentonandfenton.com.au

    EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

    Kim's Budget: Assembly Label Sadie Coat $280

    Leigh's Budget: Target Premium Suede Leather Bucket Tote Bag - Khaki $80

    Kim's Boujie: Camilla and Marc Donato Coat $1100

    Leigh's Boujie: Oroton Mica Workmanship Small Bowler $899

    GET YOUR FASHION FIX:

    Leigh's Best Tips for Shopping on a Budget

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    Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au

    CREDITS:

    Host: Leigh Campbell

    Guest: Kim Crowley

    Producer: Ella Maitland

    Audio Producer: Tina Matolov

    Video Producer: Marlena Cacciotti

    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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    32 m
  • The $4,800 Perfume Secret & Why Some Scents Don't Suit You!

    The $4,800 Perfume Secret & Why Some Scents Don't Suit You!
    Aug 11 2025
    The fragrance deep dive continues! In Part 2 with Ethan Archer from Agence De Parfum, we're uncovering the luxury secrets the perfume world doesn't want you to know. What makes a perfume cost £4,800? Why does the same scent smell incredible on your friend but terrible on you? And is there really a "universal" fragrance that works on absolutely everyone? Ethan reveals the most expensive perfume in his collection, the weirdest fragrance notes he's ever encountered (hint: one involves blood), and the shocking science behind why your skin chemistry can make or break a scent. Plus, he attempts the ultimate challenge - matching Kelly with her perfect fragrance based on her personality alone. From the trillion scents your nose can detect to the survival instinct that makes us all love the smell of rain, this episode is packed with fragrance secrets that'll completely change your perfume game! PRODUCTS MENTIONED: Not a Perfume by Juliette Has a Gun $235Oud Luxe by Roja Dove $4,899Addictive Arts Jump Up and Kiss Me Ecstatic by Clive Christian $895 BRANDS MENTIONED: Roja DoveClive ChristianJuliette Has a GunLibertine Parfumerie FOR MORE WHERE THIS CAME FROM: Watch & Subscribe on YouTube – Part 1 of our chat with Ethan drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Subscribe to Mamamia here GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voicenote at Instagram and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here CREDITS: Hosts: Kelly McCarren Guest: Ethan Archer, (Perfume Aficionado & National Training Manager at Agency De Parfum) Producer: Sophie Campbell Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Mamamia's studios are furnished with thanks to Fenton & Fenton. For more head to their website here. Just so you know — some of the product links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • Pharmacy Counter Secrets & Treating Your Neck Like Your Face

    Pharmacy Counter Secrets & Treating Your Neck Like Your Face
    Aug 10 2025
    Time to decode the confusing world of skincare acids! Leigh & Kelly are breaking down azelaic acid - the ingredient that's suddenly everywhere and explaining why it's perfect for rosacea sufferers who can't handle retinol. Then they're tackling the dreaded neck situation! How do you deal with lines and crepey skin that seems to appear overnight? They're sharing why your regular face retinol might be too harsh for this delicate area, plus revealing the affordable and luxury options that actually work. Spoiler: you need to treat your neck like a separate skincare routine, not just an afterthought! EVERYTHING MENTIONED: Naturium Azelaic Topical Acid 10% $39.95 Azclear Action Medicated Lotion 25g $21.95 Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster $62.00 La Roche Posay Effaclar A.Z. Gel Cream 40ml $45.99 HelloSkin Azelaic Acid 20% w/w Serum $59.99 Dr Naomi Hit The Dec $149.00 RoC Derm Correxion Contour Cream 50ml $49.99 No7 Restore & Renew FACE & NECK $59.99 Skin Ceuticals Tripeptide-R Retinol Neck Repair Cream $249.00 bareMinerals Ageless Phyto-Retinol Neck Cream 50g Ageless $118 Fresh Black Tea Firming Corset Cream $155 HIFU Treatment Non-Surgical Medical Aesthetic Skin Tightening Treatments The Golden Hour Facial $265 FOR MORE WHERE THIS CAME FROM: Watch & Subscribe on YouTube – Our Q&A episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Subscribe to Mamamia here GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Survey hereT&Cs here CREDITS: Hosts: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren Producer: Sophie Campbell & Ella Maitland Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris Mamamia's studios are furnished with thanks to Fenton & Fenton. For more head to their website here. Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • The $7 Skincare Lifesaver & BIG W's Secret Foundation

    The $7 Skincare Lifesaver & BIG W's Secret Foundation
    Aug 7 2025
    Plot twist: the skincare aisle is serving up your skincare miracle products that cost less than a coffee, and your new holy grail foundation might be hiding at Big W! On today's Spendy Savey episode, we're celebrating the beauty finds that prove expensive doesn't always mean better. Kelly's uncovered a $7 hypochlorous acid spray that's about to change your skincare game, while Leigh's fallen for a $26 two-in-one foundation that's doing the work of multiple products. We're testing luxury cleansers that look like liquid bronze, sampling eyeshadow palettes with shocking pigmentation for pocket change, and discovering why cushion foundations are the travel essential you never knew you needed. EVERYTHING MENTIONED: SPENDY: Leigh: Merit Great Skin Double Cleanse Face Wash $51 (Launching August 12th) Kelly: (Blueberry) Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum $30Leigh: (Peach Glaze) Laneige Glaze Craze Tinted Lip Serum $30 SAVEY: Kelly: Loske Daily Rescue Facial Spray $6.99 Leigh: KIND Collective SuperHero 2-in-1 Foundation and Concealer $26 NEWBIES: Leigh: SkinCeuticals A.G.E Interrupter Ultra Serum $265 Kelly: Morphe Flickering Sands Eyeshadow Palette $21 SHOP MY STASH/EMPTY: Kelly: TirTir Mask Fit Red Cushion $49.95 Leigh: Kerasilk Strengthening Bond Builder $50 FOR MORE WHERE THIS CAME FROM: Watch & Subscribe on YouTube, this episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Subscribe to Mamamia here GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at youbeauty@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will come back to you ASAP. You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Here is the survey and T&Cs links but please let me know if you need anything else from me xSurvey hereT&Cs here CREDITS: Hosts: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren Producer: Sophie Campbell & Ella Maitland Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Marlena Cacciotti Mamamia's studios are furnished with thanks to Fenton & Fenton. For more head to their website here. Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! Want $10 + a free month of Mamamia? We've got you.We're cooking up something exciting and need your brilliant opinions to help us make even better content.It's just 20 minutes of your time, and you'll get: $10 e-gift card1 month Mamamia subscription (or gift it to someone if you're already a subscriber) Here is the survey and T&Cs links but please let me know if you need anything else from me xSurvey hereT&Cs here 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/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • Style Inspo: Grace Lam's No BS Guide to Building Your Fashion Confidence

    Style Inspo: Grace Lam's No BS Guide to Building Your Fashion Confidence
    Aug 6 2025

    On this weeks fashion drop, Leigh's joined by Bespoke Style Enhancer Grace Lam who has seen it all, styled everyone, and isn't afraid to tell you the truth about your wardrobe! After 25 years working with the biggest names in fashion (including a decade at Vogue China), Grace has landed in Melbourne with some serious opinions about how we dress.

    She runs us through her new brand crushes, her thrifting tips and tricks, and we find out how a simple sock upgrade can transform your entire look. She's also got the ultimate reality check: most of us can't see what's in our overstuffed wardrobes, so how can we wear it? Grace doesn't follow trends—she creates her own rules!

    EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

    Grace's Budget:

    MUJI Andes Wool Cable Stitch Crewneck Swearer $129

    Happy Socks

    Gorman Socks

    Paire Underwear

    Leigh's Budget:

    UNIQLO JW Anderson Heattech Scarf $39.90

    Grace's Boujie:

    LOWF Apparel Axis Quilted Vest $239

    Best Double Breasted Jacket $655

    THE FLOORR App

    Leigh's Boujie:

    Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 Slip-On $160

    GET YOUR FASHION FIX:

    Watch us on Youtube

    Follow us on Instagram

    Want to shop the pod? Sign up to the Nothing To Wear Newsletter to see all the products mentioned plus more, delivered straight to your inbox after every episode.

    Feedback? We’re listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au

    CREDITS:

    Host: Leigh Campbell

    Guest: Grace Lam

    Producer: Mollie Harwood & Ella Maitland

    Audio Producer: Tina Matolov

    Video Producer: Marlena Cacciotti

    Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping!

    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.
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