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We've all been there - that midnight scroll that ends with a cart full of regret, or falling for a "bargain" that sits unworn with tags still on. This week, Tamara Holland and Lucinda Pikkat are taking over the pod while Leigh's away, diving deep into our biggest shopping mistakes and how to actually fix them.

She's the beauty journalist turned skincare founder who survived one of the biggest cancel culture storms in beauty history. This week on The Formula, Susan Yara is revealing how she went from reviewing products to creating Naturium - one of the most talked-about skincare brands in the industry, built on the philosophy of "biocompatible" formulations that actually work with your skin.

Wedding makeup artist drama when your friend's glam style clashes with your natural bridal vision? Keeping your ex's expensive skincare stash after he did you dirty? Or maybe you're a new mum struggling with excess skin and wondering if you just have to accept this as your new normal?

This episode is about to make you very mad at your expensive makeup brushes and very obsessed with smelling like confidence. Get ready for a $6 Amazon brush that applies foundation better than tools ten times the price, Zoe Foster Blake's new fragrances that smell like pure confidence in a bottle, and the kind of luxury skincare that lets you be completely lazy while still waking up glowing. We're also getting brutally honest about...

Spring has officially sprung, but your wardrobe is still stuck in winter mode! This week, Leigh's joined by returning favourite Nicole Bonython-Hines (her fifth appearance - clearly we play favourites!) to tackle the art of seasonal wardrobe rotation. Think it's just for people in movies? Think again!

Picture this: You're at the top of your game at Australia's biggest beauty retailer, then you quit to bet everything on bodycare. Not once, but twice. Sounds like a risky move, right?

Tired of the social media hype around invasive beauty treatments? This week, Kelly and guest host Amy Clark are serving up some hard truths. They're pulling back the curtain on the procedures they've tried and wouldn't do again, revealing the real story on the pain level of PDO threads and why they think microdermabrasion is officially a thing of the past. If you've ever been tempted by a 'vampire facial,' you need to hear this fir...

Think your anti-ageing routine should stop at your neck? Think again! This week, we're diving into the world of high-tech body care, from an affordable retinol and ferulic acid cream to a luxe sleep-inducing body oil. Then, it's all about achieving effortless glam on the go as we put two very different dry shampoos to the test, revisit the cordless hair straightener that changed the travel game, and reveal the primer that will make...

Spring has officially sprung in stores, and with it comes a whole new wave of trends. But have you ever wondered how every retailer seems to get the same memo at the same time? This week, Leigh's joined again by trend forecaster Lucinda Pikkat to pull back the curtain on how a trend is born. They're decoding the macro cultural shifts and runway moments that dictate what you'll be seeing everywhere this season. They're taking you th...

The former Home and Away star just revealed she'd "one thousand percent" discourage teenage modelling - despite winning Dolly's competition herself at 14. 

At 41, Pia Whitesell has never felt more comfortable in her skin, which is exactly why Olay chose her as their new ambassador. This week, Kelly's chatting with the actress about her complete beauty evolution and why the Hello Better Me campaign speaks to women who want prog...

This week, we're kicking off with some industry-shaking news before Leigh and Kelly dive into your biggest dilemmas. First up, they're taking the concept of double cleansing to the next level. If you thought it was just for your face, think again! Find out why a two-step cleansing routine for your body is the ultimate hack for dealing with everything from fake tan to summer sweat, and the exact product combination you need to try.<...

Could a moisturiser that feels like water be the secret to perfectly hydrated skin? Is it worth enduring a burning sensation for the plumpest lips of your life?

Think tracking your wardrobe sounds like a nightmare? Think again. This week, Leigh's chatting with Sydney-based stylist Jamie-Lee Burns, who has been logging every single item she owns and wears for over a decade—and it's completely transformed how she shops and gets dressed.

History is written in lipstick, not ink! This week we chat to Mecca's Chief Purpose Officer, Lisa Keenan, about the Mecca Archive: a tribute to the women, products, and defining moments that have shaped beauty culture since the year 2000.

Prepare for your new obsession The Fix.

On today's Spendy Savey episode, Leigh's diving deep into the science with Niod's latest enzyme mist that's so new you can only order it online until November, while Kelly's found a cooling aloe vera gel that's perfect for everything from post-treatment skin to razor burn relief. Leigh's loving cream eyeshadows that feel like butter and blend like a dream, French skincare masks that cost nearly $300 but deliver results worth every ...

Think Sex and the City was just about dating and designer shoes? Think again. This week, Leigh's joined by Mamamia's Head of Entertainment, Laura Brodnik to decode the fashion legacy that's still influencing our wardrobes 30 years later. From Carrie's controversial black bra moments to Miranda's power suits that actually made sense, these four women didn't just change how we talk about relationships—they revolutionised how we...

She's the British style guru who told millions of women "what not to wear," but now Trinny Woodall is revealing the secrets to her famously flawless skin. This week on The Formula, we're getting the full story of how she went from a TV icon to a global beauty founder, building an empire on the philosophy of “skin first, makeup second.”

Think touching up your makeup is as simple as dabbing on some powder? Think again! Leigh & Kelly are breaking down the art of midday touch-ups, from why translucent powders are your best friend to the genius volcanic stone roller that'll change your oily T-zone game forever. They're revealing why your foundation might be separating (hint: it's all about the layering technique) and sharing the $2.50 blotting papers that models s...