You dared us to dive into the unknown and explore new Mecca products we've never tried before. Leigh went budget-friendly, while Kelly followed her heart (and gave her wallet a little workout).

And, the number #1 thing you should know about your SPF. Hint: it has nothing to do with the brand you pick.

Plus, Leigh's genius (Bear Grylls-esque) host hack for getting your makeup done when you forgot to pack your full kit.

LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONED:

Listen to our episode with Michelle Wong 'Skincare Myths Debunked By A Cosmetic Chemist' here.

Tom Ford Bitter Peach $175

Dr. Dennis Gross DermInfusions Plump + Repair Lip Treatment $75

Rae Morris Pro Starter Set $1,449

ARKIVE All Day Extra Shampoo $27

Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream $468

REN Clean Skincare Perfect Canvas Smooth Prep & Plump Essence $90

DIPTYQUE Baies Large Outdoor Candle (Extra Large) $570

Candle Warmer Lamp Australia $42

Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Cream $66

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Water Face Gel $35

Dr. Barbara Sturm The Glow Kit $362

Morphe Nude Ambition Artistry Palette $28

Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Setting Spray $54

Morphe M165 Angle Liner Brow Brush $10

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Kelly McCarren & Leigh Campbell

Producer: Cassie Merritt 

Audio Producer: Lu Hill

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.