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This week on Expert, we’re tackling one of skincare’s most confusing topics: ingredient percentages. You know the ones — 10% vitamin C, 20% glycolic acid — but does a bigger number actually mean better results, or just better marketing?

Tegan and Jas break down when high percentages truly make a difference, when they just cause irritation, and why more isn’t always better. We’re diving into actives, skin barrier health, and the myths brands love to sell — plus the unsung product heroes quietly doing the heavy lifting behind the scenes.

Plus, we reveal what really makes a product work (spoiler: it’s not just the star ingredient) and share how to read labels like a pro, beyond the percentages.

In Beauty IQ Hotline, we help a listener whose makeup keeps sliding off by 11 a.m. — uncovering the sneaky culprits behind separation and quick fixes to keep your look fresh all day.

And in Win, Bin or Recycle, we weigh in on the surprisingly controversial trend of… duck nails. Yes, really.

Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.

Credits:
Hosts: Tegan Mac and Sadaf Razi
Producer: Jasmine Riley

For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au

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This week on Expert, we&rsquo;re tackling one of skincare&rsquo;s most confusing topics: ingredient percentages. You know the ones &mdash; 10% vitamin C, 20% glycolic acid &mdash; but does a bigger number actually mean better results, or just better marketing?
Tegan and Jas break down when high percentages truly make a difference, when they just cause irritation, and why more isn&rsquo;t always better. We&rsquo;re diving into actives, skin barrier health, and the myths brands love to sell &mdash; plus the unsung product heroes quietly doing the heavy lifting behind the scenes.
Plus, we reveal what really makes a product work (spoiler: it&rsquo;s not just the star ingredient) and share how to read labels like a pro, beyond the percentages.
In Beauty IQ Hotline, we help a listener whose makeup keeps sliding off by 11 a.m. &mdash; uncovering the sneaky culprits behind separation and quick fixes to keep your look fresh all day.
And in Win, Bin or Recycle, we weigh in on the surprisingly controversial trend of&hellip; duck nails. Yes, really.
Join the conversation in our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/">Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group</a> to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.
Credits:
<ul>
<li>Hosts:&nbsp;Tegan Mac and Sadaf Razi</li>
<li>Producer:&nbsp;Jasmine Riley</li>
</ul>
For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit <a href="https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/">adorebeauty.com.au</a>
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Mondays – Beauty IQ Uncensored: Beauty journos Mel and Hannah get into the good, the bad, and the unhinged of beauty. Expect trending product road tests, viral beauty deep dives, and your most hilarious beauty confessions.

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Mondays &ndash; Beauty IQ Uncensored: Beauty journos Mel and Hannah get into the good, the bad, and the unhinged of beauty. Expect trending product road tests, viral beauty deep dives, and your most hilarious beauty confessions.
Wednesdays &ndash; Beauty IQ Expert: Beauty editor Sadaf and skin therapist Tegan tackle the science of beauty. From skincare myths to ingredient breakdowns and pro tips, this is your go-to for expert-backed beauty advice.
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In this episode of Expert, Tegan and Jas demystify skincare ingredient percentages, explaining when higher concentrations actually deliver results and when they just lead to irritation. They bust common myths, discuss the importance of skin barrier health, and highlight the lesser-known ingredients that make a real difference. Plus, they help a listener solve the mystery of makeup that slides off by mid-morning and weigh in on the quirky duck nails trend in Win, Bin or Recycle.