The beauty secrets that stand the test of time – with Jo Fairley and Sarah Stacey

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Wellbeing Team

29 October, 2026
The beauty secrets that stand the test of time – with Jo Fairley and Sarah Stacey

How can we cut through the noise of the beauty industry and find products that genuinely deliver? Beauty experts Jo Fairley and Sarah Stacey join Liz to share the skincare, makeup and haircare heroes rated by thousands of women over 30 years for their go-to guide, The Beauty Bible.

They discuss where it’s worth spending your money and highlight the power of getting the foundations right, from sleep and hydration to a good cleansing routine. Jo and Sarah also talk about the importance of consistency when trying new products and share simple beauty tips, from a DIY facial massage to a quick weekly hair mask.

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In this episode: 

  • The products most rated by real women over 30 years of trials
  • What exactly is micellar water and how does it work?
  • The budget makeup brands that make the cut
  • The luxury skincare treats worth investing in
  • Why consistency is key when it comes to skincare
  • Should we be looking for ‘clean’ beauty products?
  • The lifestyle basics and wellbeing tips that make the products work harder
  • Why massaging in products helps reduce puffiness
  • How to use a gua sha facial tool
  • Why healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp

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