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EPISODE · Jan 1, 2026 · 23 MIN

We’re Calling BS: Debunking 9 Common Beauty Myths

from You Beauty · host Mamamia Podcasts

We’re back for another summer listening episode, ready to call out some beauty BS! On today’s episode, Leigh and Kelly debunk the most common beauty myths and misconceptions. Does shaving really make hair grow back darker? Is SPF 50 foundation enough? Can you pop your pimples? And is air-drying your hair better or worse than blow-drying? We’ve checked the facts to bring you the definitive answers. MENTIONS: New Regulations in China Allow for Cruelty-Free Cosmetics DON'T FORGET: Watch & Subscribe on YouTube, this episode drops tonight at 7pm! Catch it here. Follow us on Instagram: @youbeautypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @youbeautypod Join our You Beauty Facebook Group here GET IN TOUCH: Got a beauty question you want answered? Email us at [email protected] or send us a voice note on Instagram! You Beauty is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here. For our product recommendations, exclusive beauty news, reviews, articles, deals and much more - sign up for our free You Beauty weekly newsletter here Subscribe to Mamamia here CREDITS: Hosts: Leigh Campbell & Kelly McCarren Producer: Sophie Campbell  Audio Producer: Tegan Sadler Video Producer: Artemi Kokkaris Catch our new summer listening series - with new episodes dropping every Monday and Friday! This Monday where bringing you our best beauty tips of all time. You Beauty returns Monday, January 12th! Just so you know — some of the links in these notes are affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission if you buy through them. It doesn’t cost you anything extra, and it helps support the show. Happy shopping! 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.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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