Think bold colour, shimmery finishes and playful makeup is just for Gen Z? Nope, self-expression and having fun with makeup is for everyone. In this week's episode, Heartbreak High's makeup artist Camilla Leary talks us through the incredibly easy, non-intimidating ways to try more colour and how to feel comfortable and confident to experiment with new looks (even if it's just adding a hint of colour to your black liner!). Also in this episode: The new eye product Bettina's trying (that's actually an eye product this time), your favourite product recommendations, and our last MVPs for this sea ..read more

Extraction facials might be the most gratifying facial you can get if you want to clear breakouts, blackheads and congestion. But they can be a little controversial...So today we're tackling the pros and cons of extraction facials, what to expect when you get one and who they will benefit best.  Plus! We talk about all the new products coming to Sephora that we're excited about, Carli has a niche beauty hack for shellac nails. And we have our MVPs (our most valuable products) of the week - a spot treatment that doubles as a moisturiser and a lip tint for easy, low-key days.   So, wha ..read more

Ever wondered how and why the complexions, arms, legs, backs, chests of Hollywood celebrities look absolutely flawless, glowing and completely resplendent on the red carpet? No they’re not aliens, they just have incredible skin experts like this week's guest. We're joined by celebrity esthetician Vanessa Marc who regularly primes the skin of Zendaya, Tiffany Haddish, Winnie Harlow, and Nicky Hilton.  Whether you have two days or six months, Vanessa shares what you need to do to get your most glowy, radiant skin. Plus Carli blows the budget of overseas beauty buys, Bettina has been face ma ..read more

Want your makeup to look flawless from the moment you walk out the door until you come back home? We can help with that. We’ve spent years absorbing brilliant tips from makeup artists from around the globe, and in this wep we’re sharing 12 easy tips that’ll help your makeup look fresh all day long. Plus, some of our fave budget beauty buys and brands, the Aldi special buy that got the internet talking, and this week’s Most Valuable Products: A lip mask that’s going to make Carli be a better human and a treatment that leaves hair salon-level soft. Hit play, enjoy and don’t forget to rate, revie ..read more

The past few years, we’ve seen more and more people struggle with thinning hair and hair loss. Whether that’s because of the increased stress and anxiety that came with COVID years, or the fact that finally we feel more comfortable to talk about it and seek help in more public forums, there’s no denying that now more than ever we’re looking for the solution to better hair. Today we have Anthony Pearce, Consulting Trichologist for Nioxin, joining us today to answer all of yours and our scalp care questions and share his tips for what we can do for our healthiest hair ever. Plus are we getting U ..read more

Welcome to possibly our most controversial episode of TBP yet! This week we’re diving into the concept of a zero-step skincare routine with Dr Erin Tjam, co-author of Skin Sobering. She explains why your skincare products could be causing more harm than good and talks through her own experience of sober skin. We’re also answering a listener's question about makeup for fair skin with tips from Sarah Laidlaw, help Bettina navigate an awkward pedicure conundrum and share our Most Valuable Products of the Week: The lipstick for lip balm lovers and a smudge-proof mascara you can pick up at the supe ..read more

At least once in our lives we’ve been told, you look tired. And while it’s generally coming from a place of concern, it’s far from a compliment! So, today we’re going to tell you the 10 ways to look less tired instantly. From the skincare that activates in minutes, to faking a full night’s sleep in one step. Plus, our beauty MVPs (most valuable products of the week), a lipstick that won't smudge when you eat or drink (important!) and a heel balm that will give you your happiest, healthiest feet. Tune in and let us know you’re listening by sharing a review! Products mentioned in this ep: Dermal ..read more

Welcome back to another season of TBP! In this week’s ep we’re covering one of the biggest skin issues of summer: Hyperpigmentation, AKA Melasma AKA those annoyingly stubborn brown splotches that seem to appear after a good beach holiday. The fabulous Dr Cara McDonald joins us to explain why it happens and what we can have in our bathroom cupboards to help reduce the appearance and even out your skin tone. (There’s also a juicy explanation why laser treatments may even make things worse.) And speaking of the pains that come with summer, we have a magical MVP that’ll help save your skin from sh ..read more

Welcome back to the final episode of our Summer Throwback Series. And we may have saved one of the best for last (on purpose)! File this ep under makeup tips we guarantee you’ll use forever. From how to 'read' a makeup palette and using shades you'd never even think to use to easy tricks for lifting and sculpting your cheekbones and concealer for your under-eyes vs concealer for pimples, NARS' Global Makeup Artist Vincent Ford has delivered the goods.   Links from this episode: Tom Ford Oud Wood NARS Afterglow Eyeshadow Palette NARS High-Pigment Longwear Eyeliner in Mambo and Black Moon N ..read more

Welcome back to another episode of our Summer Throwback Series. This week we're revisiting our chat with trichologist Lisa Caddy who explains the difference between hair shedding and thinning, why it's happening, when it's time to worry, and how to manage (and come back from) excessive hair loss. Links from this episode:  Rodial Diamond Concealer Philip Kingsley Body Building Shampoo Philip Kingsley Body Building Conditioner Philip Kingsley Daily Damage Defence Spray Philip Kingsley Stimulating Scalp Toner Philip Kingsley Stimulating Scalp Mask Philip Kingsley Exfoliating Scalp Mask For ..read more