WOW! $700 Worth of ACTUALLY GOOD ITEMS?! LookFantastic Advent Calendar 2023 Unboxing

[@Alexandria-Ryan]

WHOOPS! There are a couple editing mistakes, im sorry guys I was editing this very early in the morning and I missed some stuff 😩 Hey guys! Thank you guys so much for your patience with this video! Also thank you for all of your kind word and well wishes for Tater! He is doing great now! What do you guys think of this advent calendar? I think its pretty good! I would have loved a more even ratio of makeup to skincare but if you like trying out skincare you might really love this! Let me know what you think! Love ya💖

[@bmichellew2010]

This looks like something for me because I actually do like getting skincare but I do like the P.Louise one for makeup

[@komal.]

Hire me to edit your videos🥹

[@love__JOY__peaches]

I have always loved the Look Fantastic calendar 🎉❤

[@rachelyea520]

I think we can forgive you 😊. It's refreshing to watch real, human, reviews 😂😂 Don't you ever apologize!

[@miizmurrderr]

OMG, I just thought of something... YOU should make YOUR OWN advent calendar next year or sometime in the future! That would be so cool! I bet plenty of brands would love to work with you and the calendar would be the bomb because you know exactly what not to put in it 😊 If anyone likes this idea maybe let her know lol

[@jennstewart3003]

In liturgical churches (Roman Catholic, Lutheran, Episcopal, etc), purple is actually the color for advent! Advent is the season before Christmas so we don't actually celebrate Christmas until the 25th and we celebrate it for a few weeks after.

[@montananerd8244]

Ohhhh, now I understand why my very devout colleague sometimes looks clueless when I mention church seasons, I was raised so liturgical, it's hard for me to wrap my head around the non-lit denominations. I'm not a Christian anymore, but I still love Jesus & really miss old liberal protestant advent. The calendars are so opposite of it, lol to me it's just two completely different things. We used to light the candles on Sunday at supper, so we could eat by candlelight in a dark, quiet house. And we never ever celebrated early. Now we celebrate on the 23rd or 26th to accommodate blended family schedules lol... I'd like to go to Advent services but I don't know how to know who's having communion & it's so embarrassing to not go up, but it feels disrespectful to fib about my beliefs...

[@jennstewart3003]

@@montananerd8244 Episcopal always has communion if the service is called Eucharist (Greek for communion)

[@ellenkarlsson9490]

I'm an atheist but I'm culturally Lutheran (Church of Sweden). There's a distinct difference in Advent and Christmas even in secular tradition. For example, we have Advent decorations that go up for First Advent Sunday, and Christmas decorations that go up a few days before Christmas. Putting up a Christmas tree in early December is absolutely forbidden. Christmas lasts for 20 days, counting from Christmas Eve, and traditionally you keep your tree and decorations up for the entire period. On the 20th day of Christmas (January 13) you have a last hurrah of dancing around the tree and "raiding the tree" (traditionally, a lot of the tree decorations were candy, e.g. candy canes and baskets of candy) before taking it all down.

[@amberbreeden7159]

So glad Tater is doing much better!

[@Dragonfly_gurl6]

This is why you are one of my favorite people on KZbin. Not only is your personality amazing and fun. But when tater is sick you drop everything even filming to cuddle him and let him know his mommy loves and is with him! ❤ I suffer from severe seizures. I know how hard they are on not only the person (Or tater) having it but their loved ones too ❤

[@shaunacorrigan9372]

I just stumbled upon a fancy chocolate advent calendar from Vosges Haut-Chocolat (see, it even *sounds* fancy!) that might be fun for next year! It's *stupid* expensive, about $300, but the packaging is absolutely stunning AND meant to be reused year after year. They even sell a refill box for the low low price of $160!😅 I think it's all sold out this year, but it's a thought for next year🤗

[@myliza700]

…$309… for chocolate? That has to be illegal

[@BlackPhoenixNight]

I can attest that, while expensive, their chocolate is very good. But I've only had a bar or two from them. I don't have $300 to drop on chocolate lol

[@montananerd8244]

​@@BlackPhoenixNightI'm jealous you've had any!! I'm still trying to talk myself into the ruby chocolate from that french company that begins with C. Vosges... is a legggggggggendary chocolate brand, one of the 🐐 s

[@BlackPhoenixNight]

@@montananerd8244 I've been lucky to go to a boutique chocolate shop in New Jersey a few times that sells all sorts of fancy chocolates from all over. I wish I had such a place closer to me so I could have it more often 😋

[@iheartbusterk82]

My aunt and uncle have gotten that one a couple of times. The chocolate is really good and has interesting flavor additions. That said I’m not sure it’s worth that 300. The 160, maybe.

[@desireelaird7513]

So, I noticed the Elemis bottle. Laying down. Without a lid. Confess, where did you spill it? Lol! So so SO glad Tater feels better. He's such a little sweetie pie. Both of your pups are precious!

[@thefumblingcuisiniere]

Do you think it was when she was fumbling with those little shampoo and conditioner bottles on Day 11? 😂

[@desireelaird7513]

Lol! @@thefumblingcuisiniere

[@hollynicole4533]

The "witches brew" your mom used to do is actually called a simmer pot if you ever wanted to look into them! They do smell absolutely amazing! Hugs to you and Tater, I could tell he was looking a little concerned/uncomfortable before the video switched over. Sending healthy thoughts and vibes for your little man

[@aliceritchie2123]

Loving this calendar season! Also, lip "plumpers" don't have to be the tingley kind. They can have hyaluronic acid in them, which is also ok for skin.

[@BlackWidow00741]

Robert Welsh shared a video about lip plumpers, you should watch it.

[@naomiboswell1811]

I’m so glad Tater is doing better, and please do not stress about videos coming out late, your family comes first. I completely understand what you mean when you were talking about taters post ictal phase, it’s a really awful time as pet owners. Look after yourself and tater and I’m sending all my good vibes your way!

[@kaykitty36]

I know a lot of products say they are dermatologist approved, but my actual dermatologist recommends that regular dial soap to help with my psoriasis, HS and cutaneous Crohns. So you can easily say that cheap dollar soap is better than some of the things you received *cough*rhinestone stickers*cough*

[@quackquack185]

Is that the gold or white one?

[@kaykitty36]

@@quackquack185 The gold one

[@irenestrongrock4106]

My dad has sworn by regular Dial soap my entire life

[@reicheru]

I did not know this .. I have hs and psoriasis so thank you

[@MamaMOB]

I've always wondered where these doctors who recommend stuff come from. Because whenever I talk to my actual doctors about it they recommend stuff that has existed forever. I've never had a doctor recommend the newest technology. Literally ever.

[@alisonsandilands2546]

So glad Tater is ok! Never apologize for taking loving care of your adorable pup! Thanks for this review!!

[@karine-v]

I came to say the same thing.

[@WildflowersCreations]

14:02 NO apology is necessary, please don't apologize, your dogs, family, and yourself comes before filming and posting videos. I am very glad Tater is doing better and that you were able to spend time comforting him, that always comes FIRST.

[@charleneb5361]

The end shot showing all the products compared to macys is crazy! This is a great value.

[@CheDeco15]

No apologies necessary! We’re just glad Tater’s back to his sweet and silly self! I didn’t expect this video for another couple of days honestly so it was posted sooner than I thought it would be! You and your boys (both human and doggos) always come first! We’re not going anywhere and it honestly softens the post-holiday letdown when there are still Advent Calendars to watch you unbox! Sending lots of love and healthy vibes to you all! 💜

[@bladergroen]

Never worry about "mistakes", you are such a nice loving person and the fact you care about your dogs only speaks for you! We started caring about your dogs too, so please don't stop giving us updates on them. Hope the seizures don't come back!

[@irenestrongrock4106]

First of all, I’m so sorry Tater buddy had a seizure during filming this. Hoping he’s ok ❤ This was one of the most well thought out advent calendars I’ve ever seen. And even though you have that eye shadow pallet a million times over, it’s exactly like you said, it’s so usable, a great final day, and great for people who don’t get a ton of calendars and boxes all the time. Suchhhh a good follow up for the Macy’s disaster.

[@tonje_gram]

Alexandria, I really like that you show all the products in the end of the video. Please continue doing this with your unboxing videos. Thank you and greetings from a Norwegian subscriber.

[@NaomiDollxoxo]

That eye cream has amazing ingredients and actually will work. Like I mentioned in my comment about the multi sizes of hyaluronic acid molecules, the smaller the molecules the deeper and more effective the effect. It will work better plumping & sending water that way, the stimulating process also makes the body create more collagen too. Wow that’s a good one

[@arcaneprogrammer2623]

It is Boom-Boom!! It’s a cutesy word for “booty” in Brazilian Portuguese!

[@MaskedReviews]

Magnesium does nice things for your muscles. That's why people soak in epsom salt baths, which is magnesium salt and very cheap.

[@rebeltreble1]

Do not apologize for loving your pet! Us internet strangers appreciate you and care about Tater too! Give him all the snuggles!

[@Kayyouhu77]

I love the Espa body scrub, which I got in some subscription box. Would love to try the shower gel if I can get it for less. Origins! That is the best toner ever. "Public restroom hand soap consistency" LOL. So glad Tater is better!! You're such a good mom!

[@ashleymorgan219]

no for real!!!! you've found it!!!!! that lip color was beautiful and absolutely perfect for your face and lips!!! You've been looking for a while to find this shade!!! it looks great on you. but most things look great on you even when you don't think so. ❤

[@tonyaworkman1633]

I’m the same way with movies haha. IMDb is my bff while watching movies 🤣

[@Alexandria-Ryan]

I can’t help myself 😂😂

[@tonyaworkman1633]

@@Alexandria-Ryan me either! lol. It will drive me batty if I can’t figure out where I’ve seen them before 🤣🤣

[@SomethingAboutBeautee]

Don’t ever feel like you need to apologize. Anyone with a heart will feel for you and totally understand. ❤

[@reginakeith8187]

I'm so glad Tater's doing better. Take all the time you need. Honestly, if you had enough Advent calendars to last an entire year and you did nothing else, I'd still be here for every one of them! You truly make the holiday season more fun and joyful. It's something I look forward to every year, like the Charlie Brown Christmas special or listening to Bing Crosby's White Christmas.

[@imanolvalencia8894]

I think I've fallen down the advent calendars season cause I've watched too many videos from you of advent calendars. But I'm loving it

[@madisoncombs8074]

I look forward to your advent calendar videos every year. Literally the best ☺️

[@miizmurrderr]

Right?? Her personality makes it so awesome 😊 I don't watch any other videos like this except hers. She's amazing 😊

[@boogiebear3095]

I love your pups so much, glad Tater is doing better. Tis my favorite time of the year, you doing the advents 😍

[@SuellenBorbaC]

Hey there, I'm only here to say that it IS called "boomboom" cause that's how we say the word "bumbum" in portuguese. You were correct all along ^^ great video, love watching you, keep up the good work!

[@nicky740]

FAB lotion is sooooooo good. It actually feels like it absorbs into your skin. I don’t have that particular type but I have the ultra repair cream in the tub for your hands and I love it. It’s the only semi-expensive thing I’ll always buy.

[@ullianaveigantt8544]

Brazilian here! You are correct in saying Bumbum as BoomBoom. And it means butt, by the way.

[@northernbeautygal]

Oh Alexandria there is no need to apologize. You take as much time as you need for Tater, yourself or anyone else. We will all be here when you are ready to come back. And it’s not like we haven’t done advent calendars in the new year lol! I’m so happy Tater is ok. Sending you many blessings ♥️

[@myby2888]

You commented on the colours not being very christmassy or wintery. Purple is the colour of advent though, so I think it absolutely suits an advent calendar 💜

[@cherrios2002]

Never apologize for taking care of your baby, I'm glad he's feeling better

[@meganmong2262]

I’m glad Tater is ok and resting. And I appreciate that you are so responsive to his needs. It speaks so much to your character. And I agree that the P. Louise calendar is an undisputed winner.

[@larissahostetter2335]

So glad Tater is ok! Poor sweet puppy! Give him kisses for me.

[@DestinyR7]

I use that toning lotion from Origins and I love it! I was told you can apply it with a Cotton round but honestly it just waste the product. I use this as the first step in my skin care routine by dripping a few drops directly from the bottle onto my face and quickly rubbing it around. The product is very liquidy, and should be shaken each time before use. From what I was told, it’s both a toner and a very light weight lotion that balances your skins pH.

[@toomanythings]

I am so sorry for little Tater and for you. My Pom had a bad one today, and another not-so-bad seizure last week. The frequency is unusual and I'm not often too upset by them because by 8yrs old I'm used to it but yeah, you hate it for them. I've had to wash messy poopy butt twice in the past week, as well, so it's not the best doggy week. I hope Tater has a nice long (like forever) time of seizure-free life ahead of him. Hugs to you both! And thank you for posting this fun calendar, it's gorgeous and I like the things in it. But you know it's you that keeps bringing us back. You and Grace from Grackle/Extra Grack are the highlights of the holiday season.

[@rebeccashepherd5080]

I completely understand your worries about your pup! Mine just turned 7 and he is constantly having seizures and they are only getting worse and more frequent. A lot of times it happens when my husband is at work and I have terrible anxiety and I freak out. But I try not to because I have to talk to him calmly and try to make him as comfortable as possible and let him ride it out. It's heartbreaking and nerve wracking

[@raraxstr3336]

I love the overview shot of all the products at the end!!!! ❤

[@mountainmadefarm]

Another glorious day of advent calendar season with Alexandria 🎉🎄💄

[@raymichelle6635]

5:21 a lot of “lip plumpers” these days actually just have hydrating/moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and shea butter which give your lip a temporary and very mild plumping effect. Think about how dry plants shrivel up and become small. Well-hydrated plants look lush and full. A glossy lip also reflects light better which adds to the illusion of lip plumping

[@joanb.]

I love that Dr. Weil Origins mega mushroom liquid, Ive been using it for years! I put it on after i wash my face. Sometimes i skip an actual moisturizer and just use the mushroom liquid. It does help redness and irritated skin. Great for combination skin too.

[@ObsidianNebula00]

That Nudestix really is your lip color with a little shine! Beautiful!

[@Anxiety_513]

So glad tater is feeling better! I heard somewhere all avant 'promotional' products are in completely different packaging. I think if you buy it from them, and don't get it in a subscription or something like that, it comes in fancy packaging 😅 I've only ever had their stuff in squeezie tubes 😂

[@ginajen2217]

I could never! I would open all the boxes and even the subscriptions boxes you have! It’s like the motherload of presents 🎁🎁😳

[@SheriLynNut]

Continued prayers for Tater Bug! And for you- please don’t forget to take care of yourself in all this advent craziness! We love you and are happy to watch these unboxings well in to 2024!

[@kikilola2954]

Healing vibes being sent to your fur baby. ❤

[@Hrnrzrnr]

I SWEAR by that origins product. It's amazing amazing for the skin.

[@metroskyes5974]

Dewy skin hack: Mix your foundation with a facial/ primer oil. Lots of luminous setting spray

[@lisawebster3523]

Love The Great Smoky Mountains sweater!

[@writergurrl1]

Sending love for Tato! This calendar was awesome in comparison! Even though only half was full-sized products, the others looked like travel sizes instead of samples. I really liked the design of this calendar and how they matched the brushes to the calendar theme.

[@BurkeanMama]

I don't wear black eyeliner often. But every year Clinique gives me a free black eyeliner when I buy skin care, sometimes a mascara as well. That eyeliner lasts me the whole year. So the black eyeliner can be a useful gift, if you aren't buying 25 advent calendars every year.

[@maryann4451]

Love the idea of alternating the good and bad ones! I enjoy both kinds!

[@stacymccurdy1330]

The origins mushroom stuff really helps with redness in your skin it's awesome

[@SomewhereInTheMaidenverse]

Your advent calendar unboxings are the only ones I watch now! No one else compares! Your personality and humor always make my day! 🥰

[@christymills2573]

Omg!!!!! I'm the same way!!! Every show I watch if i recognize them, I list know from where I recognized them and how old they are, etc!!!!! I am from Mount sterling Kentucky! Love you!

[@PurpleWillowArts]

Yeah we have the same quirks for sure. I’m exactly the same with movies or tv shows when I see someone I’m not expecting. Drives my husband crazy. Lol

[@brookecharbonneau6842]

Hope Tater's feeling better today! You should never worry about delaying videos for your puppies' health (or your own, for that matter) - they're clearly more important! It also took me way to long to realize why there were only 12-13 boxes in a 25 day advent calendar. I honestly counted those boxes so many times without realizing the calendar was double sided.

[@sharroon7574]

The beauty of joseon sun relief cream spf and the lys foundation give me a DEWY look . I use blotting tissues under my eyes, absolutely no powders touch my face. Overall my face is glowier if I use ceramides too, a drop of oil can help as well.

[@karaleecupcake]

I got the LookFantastic calendar last year, and I loved it because there is a good mix of makeup, skincare, hair care, and even a couple of home items! Plus, the items aren't sample size!!! This year's calendar does look good too. I think it is one of the better calendars so far this season, but P. Louise still has the top spot!

[@BelleDante]

We love you and Tater!!! Thank you for always being so transparent us and trusting us with such a personal part of your life. Speaking for me, and I hope others agree, I’ll happily watch Advent Calendar unboxing after Christmas.. so don’t feel pressured to catch up and get these videos posted! Take the time you need and enjoy the holidays with your family ❤

[@Dovahfinn95]

Your hair looks gorgeous! You're honestly glowing. I know life is crazy, and I hope Tater is doing well ❤ Excited to see more advent calendar chaos!

[@PolishedAfterSixtyYvette]

I’m glad Tater is doing better. Our pets are so important to us please don’t apologize for taking care of him. This was a nice adventure calendar, TFS.

[@blairterry2]

Poor little fella, he is so lucky to have such a loving Family to look after him. Family comes first, so glad he is doing well now. Our little guy recently lost his eye and he was very sad for a while but he bounced back too. Looking forward to the Liberty calendar.

[@vibldn]

I’m from Brazil and yes, this is how you say “bumbum”. Also, the way you said it made me giggle lol I was not expecting that

[@tibicenlinnei4014]

The mega mushroom line through Origins is AMAZING. I've been using it for over a decade. I'm 30 and people think I'm 21.

[@AnnaV-x2d]

I've got that product in sub boxes before I love origins

[@halfofmyheart3167]

I find the easiest way to get a dewy look is to use a dewy setting spray. That always works for me. ❤️🎄

[@LaynaCastro]

Brazilian here, you’re saying “bumbum” perfectly ❤

[@MygirlsGJPB]

I worked at a spa at the Ritz- they used all ESPA products, all the therapists and estheticians hated using those products because most of them at the spa level use soybean oil which is a hormone disrupter. Side note I did gain a significant amount of weight while working there, but I was very unhappy working there too and I am prone to emotional eating.

[@alishiabenedict2877]

I have this calendar for this year. I was able to watch up to day 7 so i dont spoil it for myself.

[@AH-np1jx]

We love that you care so much about your baby!! They are precious Glad he is ok ❤❤ Btw. Love your faces when you find out costs. lol outrageous!!

[@Niki_A_21]

The box colors remind me of the sugar plum fairy 💗

[@MellaYellow]

I'm glad your furbaby is okay now!💙 Good calendar.

[@humanize1234]

The mega mushroom essence is fantastic.

[@annamosqueda3313]

I'm glad Tater is doing better 😌 My heart breaks when our fur babies aren't 100% 😢 I think I like this one 😊

[@juliadeoliveira6230]

As a Brazilian, your pronunciation of "Bum Bum" is 100% correct. Kisses from Brazil ❤️. ps: sorry for my english.

[@toribeers8561]

Favorite time of the year wrapping presents while watching your advent calendar videos! ❤️

[@anangeldisgraced7608]

Sending healing energies to Tater and love and light to all of you. I see your worry for him, and I worry for him too. I know mine is a minuscule amount compared to how you feel, so I am sending healing energies for you too because I am sure it is draining and difficult but I know you have a great family support system and all of us supporting you as well.

[@hayleybarnett5263]

I hope everyone is doing great, Tater, is in my prayers, both of your fur babies , are so amazingly adorable, you are an amazing mom. God Bless🙏🌹

[@margieryne6220]

Hi sweet girl, so great to see you again & I’m glad to see that you finally got a calendar that you liked a little bit! I’m really sorry about Tater though, poor little guy has been through so much & it hurts my heart for him & for you! I wish they could find a medicine that would regulate him so he wouldn’t have those stinking seizures! Be careful & stay safe! Sending prayers, love & hugs! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🐾🐾❤️

[@vonkatheviking]

Sending love and light your way for tater, I have genetic generalized epilepsy and I understand what tc seizures feel like and thank you for sharing your journey with sezuires with others, sending you and everyone love and light your way all. From Alberta Canada ✌️ 💜🇨🇦

[@beths609]

They sell iconic London at Sephora. They don't have their own aisle like Tarte or urban decay, but they have an end cap.

[@amandaneilly9587]

So so glad tater boy is doing better and it wasn’t a cluster! Also never need to apologise for loving ur furbabies so well!

[@loribreitbarth2215]

Love the lip color. It’s perfect

[@Its_Lisye]

As a Brazilian Bum Bum is the right way to pronounce, kind of happy to hear someone say it right :))

[@danaparsonsliquidcosmosart2669]

You are a good fur baby mom .. no sorry needed. Srnding much love to you and the babies

[@DKNyborg]

I bought that eyeshadow pallet from you! I love it so much!

[@christinalaska]

Great box. Wish there was more make-up! TFS hope pup dog is doing well❤

[@arp711]

Sending love to little Tater Tot 💜🐶

[@angelus656]

As a Brazilian viewer, you say “bumbum” correctly for the past 6 years 😆

[@Maddym365]

Hope Tater is feeling better!! ❤

[@Alexandria-Ryan]

He is! Thank you!💖

[@teresawyatt4391]

I'm very sorry & prayers for puppy friend tater the one good thing that may have come out of it was this way you have a recorded record to show the vet exactly how they happen it could possibly help to have that ❤❤ prayers 🙏

[@MakenzieHallie]

Grande lash is my absolute favorite. People dont believe me when i say how good it works. I HAD TO TRIM MY LASHES WITH SCISSORS. LOL. Im not kidding!!! 😂😂😂 So fun they are in advent calendars this year.

[@girsmom]

I would love the empty box as a cool craft project (anyone has one that isn’t shredded (just the cool box) send to Maine I love finding cool stuff to d with pretty old bits n peices

[@minisbored7538]

glad tater is okay ... my own dog just started having seizures, too, and I feel for you and hear you talk about it helps me too

[@shandrabrooks6431]

The First Aid lotion is amazing. I’ve used it for a while.

[@panda-rama2646]

I understand how tater feels coming out of seizures. I have them myself. So tater, my heart goes out to you.

[@francesaggarwal22]

It's pronounced "bum bum" cream in the UK, as its known for firming the bum as well as the tummy and other parts of the body. . We use the word "bum" rather than "butt". I think in Brazil they say Boom. Boom though. Great calendar from Look Fantastic. Glad your little pet is feeling better. To get the dewy look for your skin you need an illuminating cream. I wear it instead of foundation. I use a brand from the UK called Boots number 7 skin illuminator cream. I think these creams are also known as miracle glow creams. Weleda skin food also gives you a dewy glow.