It's Hack City Baby! The FREE Beauty Tips You Need To Know
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In this vibrant episode of 'Your Beauty,' hosts Leigh Campbell and Kelly McCarron dive into a dynamic mix of beauty hacks, industry news, and heartfelt conversations. The episode kicks off with a powerful segment on cosmeticorexia, highlighting Italy's investigation into the beauty industry's influence on young people through covert marketing and micro-influencers. The hosts express concern over the psychological impact of excessive skincare and makeup routines, especially on children, while also acknowledging the joy and self-expression beauty can bring. The core of the episode centers on 'Hack City,' where the duo share inventive, low-cost beauty tricks using everyday products—like using lip balm as a highlighter, shampoo as a body wash, and translucent powder as a deodorant alternative. They also offer practical advice for achieving natural-looking coverage without aging the face, emphasizing texture, minimal powder use, cream products, and the importance of slow, intentional application. A standout segment features a detailed response to listener Becca’s struggle with overdone makeup, offering science-backed and experience-based solutions. The episode closes with a playful tease about the Met Gala, blending humor with genuine connection to their audience.
Use lip balm as a natural highlighter on cheekbones and brow bones for a healthy glow.
Shampoo can double as a body wash, makeup brush cleaner, and even for washing delicate fabrics.
Mix a tiny bit of face oil into your foundation to improve texture and prevent dryness.
Avoid heavy powders—especially on the face—to prevent an aged, cakey appearance.
Let dried mascara dry completely before removing it with a cotton swab to avoid smudging.
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Hack City: The FREE Beauty Tips You Need To Know
“Let it dry completely. So just do something else. Do your lips, do the rest of your face, do your hair.”
“She was the driving force behind the campaign that allowed women to finally speak their own names.”
“Let it dry completely. So just do something else. Do your lips, do the rest of your face, do your hair.”
“Use lip balm as a natural highlighter on cheekbones and brow bones for a healthy glow.”
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Kelly McCarron
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Leigh Campbell
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Pat McGrath
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Molly
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Cass
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Mamma Mia
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Italian Competition Authority
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GDA Luma
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Gemma Bath
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Nina Fennell
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