From using lube as a hair styler to why redheads are actually evolutionary superheroes, the girls are covering a lot of ground on today’s Q&A. First up, beauty news correspondents Cass and Mollie are unpacking the fascinating science behind the red-hair gene, the "cosmeticorexia" investigation taking over Italy, and why we don't have to say goodbye to Pat McGrath Labs just yet.

Then, Leigh and Kelly dive into the ultimate "MacGyver" beauty hacks. Whether you’re stuck in a hotel with only shampoo or trying to figure out how to make your highlighter look more natural, we’ve got a workaround for everything.

Plus, we answer a listener's SOS on how to achieve flawless coverage without the "cakey" finish that can often age the skin. Leigh and Kelly share their non-negotiable rules for base makeup, from the "cream-only" mandate to the one product you need to put down immediately.

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