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EPISODE · Mar 25, 2025 · 21 MIN

313. The Silicone Shampoo Comeback & TikTok's Viral Hair Porosity Test

from Beauty IQ Uncensored · host Adore Beauty

On TikTok, #GoingBackToSiliconeShampoo has amassed over 89.6 million views, sparking a major beauty debate: why did we turn our backs on silicones in the first place, and why are they making a comeback in our showers? In this Expert episode, Tegan and Sadaf enter the silicone chat, unpacking why some hair types thrive with them while others don’t. We discuss how hair porosity might have something to do with it—plus, we try the viral TikTok hair porosity test. And of course, we’ve got another Adore Anonymous dilemma to solve! This time, it’s a skincare issue that’s got us rethinking how we treat our skin. Products Mentioned: Ultra Violette Future Fluid Lightweight Zinic SKINSCREEN™ who is elijah MUSE EDP 50mL  Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt K18 Peptide Detox Shampoo FIRST AID BEAUTY KP Bump Eraser with 10% AHA Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows. This episode is proudly sponsored by AestheticsRx. Shop their vegan, Aussie-made range now at Adore Beauty. Credits: Hosts: Tegan Mac and Sadaf Razi Producer: Jasmine Riley For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au Disclaimer | Privacy Policy Adore Beauty acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and podcast. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Tegan and Sadaf unpack the viral TikTok trend surrounding supermarket silicone shampoos and why they’re making a comeback in our showers. They dive into the silicone debate, discussing why some hair types thrive on them and whether hair porosity plays a role in your shampoo choice. Plus, they put the popular at-home hair porosity test to the test! And, of course, another Adore Anon dilemma is up for discussion—this time, it's a skincare issue that’ll make you rethink your routine.

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On TikTok, #GoingBackToSiliconeShampoo has amassed over 89.6 million views, sparking a major beauty debate: why did we turn our backs on silicones in the first place, and why are they making a comeback in our showers? In this Expert episode, Tegan...

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