Vain-ish

Bec and Jess are back from their family holidays and, unsurprisingly, there’s a lot to unpack. Bec escaped to Broome, while Jess headed to Vietnam - although getting there wasn’t quite as straightforward as planned. The girls recap the highs, the lows and the moments they definitely didn’t see coming, from travel mishaps and unexpected injuries to questionable spending decisions...

Hair loss can affect confidence at any age, and Darren Palmer is sharing his experience. The interior designer and television personality opens up about his decision to have a hair transplant, what the process was really like, why he chose to have it done in Australia, and the practical tip he has for men considering a hair transplant. He also shares the post-procedure do's and don'ts he learned a...

Best known as the much-loved judge on The Block and one of Australia's leading interior designers, Darren Palmer joins us for a candid Tell All that's just as relevant for the men in your life as it is for you. Darren opens up about the cosmetic treatments he’s tried, the ones he wishes he’d skipped, and his experience receiving an ADHD diagnosis later in life. He shares the grooming l...

Model, actress and producer Ellie Gonsalves sets the record straight on the long-running rumours about having her ribs removed, shares her surprisingly hands-on beauty routine, and reveals how working in Hollywood has changed the way she views beauty. Plus, we chat affordable beauty buys, wellness, self-confidence and, of course, Ellie's most Vain-ish moment. This episode features personal experie...

She's one of Australia's most recognisable DJs, she's toured the world, and she's had us dancing to We Run the Night for over a decade. Havana Brown joins us to chat all things beauty, wellness, life on tour and the routines that keep her feeling her best. From bringing her own beauty light into the studio (a Vain-ish first!) to sharing her skincare, hair and wellness habits, Havana gives us a beh...

The eldest daughter of Shane Warne and Simone Callahan, Brooke has grown up in the public eye while building her own community through fashion, food and lifestyle content. In this candid chat, Brooke opens up about life behind the scenes, sharing her everyday beauty routine, wellness rituals and the products she reaches for most. Plus, we chat Coachella, family, fitness, beauty splurges and Brooke...

Hair loss is a common concern for both men and women, but what's actually causing it? Cosmetic and Emergency Medicine Physician Dr Sean Arendse helps make sense of the facts and myths surrounding hair loss. We discuss the differences between male and female hair loss, when it's worth seeking medical advice, the approaches that may be considered in clinical practice, and what the current evide...

She’s been at the top of our guest wish list since launching Vain-ish - Effie Kats is finally here! Founder of fashion labels Effie Kats and Bayse Brand, and now a new mum to daughter Roza, Effie opens up about motherhood, life after birth, her personal experience with plastic surgery, and the unexpected product in her beauty routine that we didn't see coming. This episode discusses postnata...

Injectable peptides are generating huge interest online and offline - but how much do we actually know about them? Sports Medicine Physician and former Chief Medical Officer of the Melbourne Storm, Dr Jason Chan, unpacks BPC-157, GHK-Cu and Epitalon. We discuss the role social media has played in driving interest, Australia's regulatory landscape, the risks of unregulated products, and what the re...

Biostimulators are a growing topic of discussion in aesthetic medicine, but what are they and how are they used in clinical practice? Cosmetic and Emergency Medicine Physician Dr Sean Arendse answers common questions and explores consultation considerations, treatment planning, potential risks, and emerging research in this evolving area of aesthetic medicine. This episode is intended for educatio...

Television presenter, singer, former Miss World Australia, and one of Australia's most recognisable media personalities, Erin Holland opens up about her career, approach to beauty, and the highs, heartbreaks, and resilience that shaped her five-year fertility journey, including 20 rounds of IVF. Plus, Erin shares her most Vain-ish moment, involving a front tooth, a long-haul flight, and a late-nig...

Anti-wrinkle injections are one of the most talked-about topics in aesthetic medicine, but there are still many misconceptions about how they work and what they can and cannot do. Dermatologist Dr Cara McDonald explains the science behind facial movement, line formation, and some of the considerations involved in aesthetic medicine. We discuss some of the questions people commonly ask, as well as...

Model, entrepreneur and former Miss Universe Australia Jesinta Franklin joins the girls for a very honest chat about postpartum life - from sleep deprivation and painful breastfeeding to how her beauty and wellness routines have completely changed since becoming a mum of three. She also reflects on her Miss Universe days, body image, boob job regrets, and the unexpected “pivot no one saw com...

Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist Dr Joseph Sgroi discusses safe skincare, beauty and cosmetic treatments during pregnancy. From ingredients to avoid to treatments considered safe, he shares expert advice on navigating beauty and wellness while pregnant. Please note: this episode includes discussion of miscarriage and pregnancy loss, which some listeners may find distressing. If...

Supermodel, skincare founder and beauty icon Miranda Kerr reflects on her Victoria’s Secret Angel days and building KORA Organics. Now a busy mum of four, she shares her consistent beauty and wellness routine - from 5am wake-ups to simple daily rituals. She opens up about beauty regrets, dealing with grey hairs, and the wellness tech she genuinely swears by, plus her refreshingly grounded, h...

Bec and Jess celebrate their very first beauty influencers - their mums, Kerry and Deearrn. From throwback beauty trends and vain-ish moments (think perms, waxing, and DIY hair foils) to the products and routines they swear by today, nothing is off-limits. Plus, the mums spill on what Bec and Jess were really like growing up - and let’s just say… the vanity started early. A fun,...

One of Australia’s most in-demand stylists, Lana Wilkinson, shares her journey from dressing stars like Whitney Port, Ruby Rose and Rachel Zoe to building her own footwear brand. She opens up about motherhood, perimenopause and confidence in her 40s, alongside her evolving beauty and wellness approach. Lana shares the treatments she’s tried, what she’s learned, and her...

Bec and Jess, Coachella veterans are back with the ultimate recap - covering planning, tickets, and whether it’s really worth the hype. They dive into daily schedules and a full fashion and beauty breakdown, including outfits, trends, and heatproof makeup. Plus, celeb sightings, Justin Bieber’s performance, standout acts, and a quick take from Miranda Kerr - along with their essential...

We’re diving into the viral and controversial trend of eye colour-changing procedures. Ophthalmologist Dr Lana Del Porto breaks down how they’re done, the risks involved, and why they aren’t approved in Australia. Plus, unregulated eye drops (Jess puts them to the test), the risks of overseas surgery, and what happens if things go wrong. Seen this trend online? Here’s the t...

Trigger warning: This episode discusses body image and mental health. If this conversation raises concerns for you, please seek support from a qualified professional or contact Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 or via lifeline.org.au. You’re not alone. Clinical psychologist and BDD researcher Dr Toni Pikoos breaks down body dysmorphic disorder (BDD or body dysmorphia) - what it is, the signs to...

OG content creator and entrepreneur Emmylou MacCarthy talks beauty, ageing, and confidence. From her simple, no-trends approach to skincare to her abdominoplasty and recovery, she gets real about trolls, self-worth, and body image. One key takeaway? It’s not that deep. Find us on Instagram:  @vainishpodcast and thanks to our guest Emmylou MacCarthy Hosts : @becjudd and  @jessierobe...

Specialist Plastic Surgeon Professor Mark Ashton breaks down the realities of abdominoplasty, while Bec shares her experience with hernia and muscle repair after twins. Together, they unpack recovery, expectations and common misconceptions. Find us on Instagram: @vainishpodcast and thanks to our guest Professor Mark Ashton Hosts : @becjudd and  @jessierobertsx Producer: Liza Altarejos  A...

OG beauty influencer Lauren Curtis reflects on the reality behind her beauty evolution - from her rise to YouTube fame to now. She opens up about a treatment she regrets and the pressures that shaped her decisions. Lauren speaks candidly about her experience with plastic surgery, and the procedure that  Vain-ish ultimately made her reconsider. Find us on Instagram: @vainishpodcast and thanks...

Dull skin, ageing, hormones, insomnia - sleep affects everything. Sleep Physician Dr David Cunnington explains what really happens in the body while we sleep. We unpack deep sleep, supplements, screen time and the sleep myths many of us believe. Plus why stressing about sleep might actually be making it worse. Find us on Instagram: @vainishpodcast and thanks to our guest Dr David Cunnington Hosts...

We’re diving into one of the most misunderstood conditions affecting women worldwide: endometriosis. Specialist Obstetrician Gynaecologist Dr Kimberley Norton-Old explains what it is, the symptoms that aren’t “just bad periods,” and why diagnosis can take years. She unpacks why pain doesn’t always match what appears on scans or during surgery - and why that matters. W...