SO excited that Merit let me create my own *custom* Jessica Braun x Merit sets! (Thanks Merit for sponsoring this video!) Save up to $24 with these sets + Merit's signature bag comes free with every first purchase! ➙ Jessica's Must-Haves: Flush Balm, Day Glow, Solo Shadow, Brow 1980 (save $10): shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_MustHaves ➙ Jessica's Favorites: Flush Balm, Day Glow, Solo Shadow, Brow 1980, Shade Slick, Signature Lip (save $24!): shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_Favorites My fave products from Merit & shades I used in this video: ✨ Merit Brow 1980 (Brown): shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_Brow1980 ✨ Merit Flush Balm (Beverly Hills, Stockholm): shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_FlushBalm ✨ Merit Solo Shadow (Studio, Social): shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_SoloShadow ✨ Merit Signature Lip (Baby): shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_SignatureLip ✨ Merit Shade Slick (Bel Air, Au Natural, Pink Beet): shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_ShadeSlick ✨ Merit Day Glow (Cava): shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_DayGlow ✨ Shop all that Merit has to offer! shop.meritbeauty.com/JessciaBraun202405_
@mariacortes9426 ай бұрын
Hi Jessica I have a question where is your name necklace from? It’s really nice and the style that I’m looking for. Hope all is well with you, I’ve been a long time subscriber I just never comment lol.
@allison117896 ай бұрын
As someone who is in recovery for an eating disorder, it sounds like you're doing all the right things. Not labeling foods as good/bad, and eating nourishing foods or exercising as a way to FEEL good, taking appearance out of it have been MAJOR parts of my healing. You're doing good things!!
@ashleyoverthinkslots6 ай бұрын
i'm childfree by choice but i'm so grateful that your children have you as their mom, we need more parents like you in this world.
@jenniferthedford62916 ай бұрын
SAME
@debbydunc6 ай бұрын
Same!
@kmmf7266 ай бұрын
Same! I chose to be child free partly because of my own mother and how I was raised. I wish I would have had a mom that was as involved and supportive as Jessica is.
@nancyvaldez92436 ай бұрын
When my 5 year daughter asks why I work out, I always tell her is to become strong to protect her! So she calls me superwoman 😂 I’ve ran 2 marathons, and her face seeing me do that is something I can’t compare. She is so proud of her momma 🥹 When it comes to working out, you have to find what you like! If you see it as a chore, it becomes hard. The physical aspect comes after you enjoy the process. Also, I have my little pouch and stretch marks and my daughter asks why it’s there. I tell her it’s a birth mark she left me so we will always be connected and I don’t feel alone when she’s in school 😅
@chiknlittle6 ай бұрын
As someone who doesn’t use any social media (except KZbin just to watch), I think it’s totally fine if you choose not to share your personal stuff if you don’t want. I take tons of photos and I print them out and make memory journals but they aren’t shared to the world. I actually feel like the fact that they’re so private makes them even more special. I share with family and friends, but not to any sort of social account. ❤
@kaylacason9936 ай бұрын
I saw an IG post recently that said your whole life you don’t give a shit about birds, then one day you find yourself watching and feeding and talking about the Eurasian reed warbler in your backyard, and that is how you know you are finally an adult😆
@cindyparker99206 ай бұрын
I am old enough to be your mother. I find you and your personality so refreshing. From what I can see you are doing a great job with baby girls. I have two grown daughters. Enjoy every minute before the eye rolling teenage years.
@lisa66216 ай бұрын
Oh my Gosh I am also old enough to be her mother.. My oldest is older then Jess. Just nice to watch her and her family. what a beautiful family Jess!!
@BlingyBea6 ай бұрын
@@lisa6621Same here, I just love the Brauns, such a sweet couple and family.
@leahwebb6 ай бұрын
I've started to frame imposter syndrome as the 'I'm learning stage'. I get it when starting a new job but as you learn more and get into a flow, you start to lose that 'imposter syndrome' and get the confidence that you can do it.
@ashleyevans49386 ай бұрын
Jessica I wanted to tell you that watching this video brought me comfort last night. We had to put our dog down today and I needed the distraction and the reminder that being with our people is what matters. Thank you for your content and for being a sister/bestie. It has helped me through a lot and made me feel less alone. ❤️
@itsjessicabraun6 ай бұрын
Oh my gosh I am so sorry Ashley!!! 😢 I’m glad you found some comfort in my videos and I’m hoping things get a little bit better day by day!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️
@erinstricklin21176 ай бұрын
Jessica, I applaud your efforts to instill self love into your daughters! You and Tyler are setting such a great example to them by exercising and trying to eat healthier. Telling them that doing so makes you both feel better should help you teach them at this young age that taking care of yourself is important. I’ve loved your and your husband’s channels for a long time! You both have such upbeat content that I really enjoy. Your daughters are fortunate to have you both as their parents.
@saramcclernan5 ай бұрын
Jess I reallt love how real you are and how your always telling us that social media isn't real. It really reminds me to give myself grace 💜
@shannonsullivan6 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the Merit sets, great picks! 😍 I love everything you said about imposter syndrome, very relatable. And I have so much respect for how you approach parenting, although I'm child free by choice I find it incredibly inspiring. 💗
@larag23836 ай бұрын
My little one was kind of a picky eater untill she heard at scool one day that every 3 months you get new taste buds. After that she would try new things. She would always say i have new taste buds so maybe ill like it now. 😂
@meghanireland65556 ай бұрын
honestly i don't share much on social media, i feel like for my day to day life, the people who i want to know what's going on, do! i think it's healthy to keep a lot in your life private. we are not meant to know what's going on in people's life all the time
@lindabenson17646 ай бұрын
Your makeup looks beautiful today! I'm super sensitive to fragrance/scents so thanks for letting us know that about products you try. I can totally relate to feeling uncomfortable putting fragrance on your skin because remember that you can become allergic to something at anytime & then your likely allergic to it from that point forward forever.
@sunshinegalkw96756 ай бұрын
Love your top and I really love Merit single shadows! So easy! I always enjoy your videos! Good questions ladies & gents!
@donnaweichel48666 ай бұрын
I love your approach with body love with your kids.. I'm 60.. I always walked or did something when my kids were little.. they simply grew up knowing it's important to be healthy.. all 3 of my 30 somethings workout in some fashion...
@raeraemillstone6 ай бұрын
Hey Jess, I just wanted to say I really appreciate you and don't second-guess yourself about posting to social media. You know what is best for you and your family. Stay as private as you can❤❤
@hayleebaird-lira55586 ай бұрын
Thank you for the discussion around productivity with young kids. I’m a military spouse SAHM with zero help, not even a babysitter for a date night, with a 2, 4, and 8 year old. My 4 year old is autistic requiring more support from me. I have had to put very strong boundaries up with myself and social media because it can be SO discouraging.
@lindsayslifecafe75696 ай бұрын
I love Merit. It’s mostly what I’m wearing these days.
@Leah-x8n6 ай бұрын
I’m loving this, I’m working on my chores today. And, was just thinking “I wish I had a new Jessie video to listen to.” Dreams do come true LOL ❤
@ltejle6 ай бұрын
You are establishing really great attitudes about health and body image in your kid's. My parents are the best, but they were both obsessed with weight and that definitely affected me and my sister, and not in a good way!
@BaneeBunny6 ай бұрын
17:00 thank you for this, Jess. I felt like you were talking directly to me. Made me cry like a baby 🥲 I, too, have two young kids and a SAHM. I feel so defeated most days because I want to do a lot of things yet nothing gets done because I'm the sole care provider for the kids. But, time will come that they will grow a little more independent and they will have more time at school. I know I'll miss the chaos but right now I am drowning. Thank you for sharing the realities of getting things done with young kids.
@maeganfindley35426 ай бұрын
Girl... you speak to my heart when talking about posting your daily life on social media. I don't put my children on social media and never have (my oldest is 10 & youngest is 6). But I also don't share where I'm going or what I'm doing, ever...I think half our generation is all in on sharing everything and then the other half (or less) of us are like, nah call my house phone when you want an update 😂
@sandybowers50856 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for being an outlet for me during some times of my life experiences that were so difficult to navigate. You have always been a bright spot to have to brighten my days 👍🏼❤️🥰 P.S. I’m also old enough to be your mom 😊
@EstherNathalie1906 ай бұрын
Hi Jessica,i follow you for 5 years now and rearly comment.I think youre always so hunnest and open about everything.And i apreciate that so much.So thank you and god bless.
@esme-om7om6 ай бұрын
I “need” that blush. I always shy away from cream blushes because they are so pigmented in my fair skin tone. That merit looks perfect and easy to use.
@sheilabeall13466 ай бұрын
Always love when it lines up to watch your videos when I am on break at work ❤
@shannoncurran6 ай бұрын
Have been watching your channel since you were married and living in your apartment. I just love you. Have really enjoyed watching you and your family. You and Tyler make such a good couple. Makes me feel good to see you guys and your sweet littles living life or on vacation. And I am happy for you when good things happen for you and your family.. I know that probably sounds weird. Your parents are cute. Bonita and Jason are cute. I enjoy the makeup to your family vlogs on Tyler’s channel. Just hope that you continue to share your life. My husband even watches Tyler’s channel with me .. that’s saying something lol. You and your family are loved over here. Thank you for being real.
@vickynixon65926 ай бұрын
Just out here fangirling that my question made it onto the video! I've been watching since the days of filming at your parents house!
@wendylee57916 ай бұрын
Talk to your kids about their body and about how people are different. Talk to them about how some people cannot talk or walk. That no one is the same. That’s ok, that is why we all special.
@bethanyanne60716 ай бұрын
That top is so cute on you,Jessica.I ❤ your content.So refreshing and relatable.🌷
@saramcclernan5 ай бұрын
I love that your into the Merlin app right now!!! I've been using it for a while!
@julieduran57696 ай бұрын
I'm a stay at home mom and I never post on any thing. Years ago, I decided I'm a better mom, adult, spouse, etc OFF social media. I found myself posting about them instead of being present and I just thought, I'm done. It was for family, connecting, all the good things, but it is a vacuum that sucks your time and soul and I just opted out. If my kids ever get on, I will get on to supervise their activites, but right now my oldest is only 11 and there's no need. Not judging anyone else, just agreeing with your point at the beginning about posting being time-consuming.
@allisonlandesco6 ай бұрын
I agree! I feel like I just don't have time as a mom too, especially as a single one where I'm exhausted haha. Zero social media except for my beloved KZbin. I'm glad you saw it as draining too. I feel like the black sheep of my friends 😅
@hillarytt11546 ай бұрын
I LOVE the merit shadow in Social! Such a pretty color for green-hazel eyes ❤️❤️❤️
@alicepirola70776 ай бұрын
Congratulations on the Merit sponsorship. I love their lipsticks and cheek colors. So pretty and easy to use. You look beautiful today, as per usual ❤
@kellianndecarlo6 ай бұрын
congratulations on this merit partnership!!!!! this is so huge. proud of you!
@annabeltemple2306 ай бұрын
Loving these chit-chat GRWM vids. Also, your nail color is such a pretty Spring vibe!. I'm in a different season of my life than you, yet I still find you to be very relatable and authentic. So enjoyable!. Social media isn't 'real life'. When I was working and in school, I had help, too. No shame in that. As families and communities, we all need to get beyond this 'hang-up' that those who are fortunate enough to have help, are somehow 'less than' as parents. We are all better for all of our relationships. I gained 100 pounds when I was pregnant with my daughter. I shed all of that. It took work and persistence.
@rizzart666 ай бұрын
OMG - I love the Merlin app. Oh yes on the body positivity. I have raised a daughter to 22 and my greatest accomplishment is that she has no idea how much she weighs. She will be graduating witha MT degree, so she has always danced and she enjoys working out.
@rachelbear36 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for answering my question about social media(fan gal moment!). I am sure it’s a sacrifice to share/post about your life and family with all these people all the time and I totally respect the decision y’all have made to not show your girls as much. I think you’re a gem of an “influencer” and I love watching you so much because you continuously stay real. We really do love you, Jess! 😊 Thanks for sharing your life with us and for posting on a Friday! 🤍
@stephaniefhicks6 ай бұрын
Jessica is in her bird lady era and I’m here for it!! Fellow bird lady here! Love the Merlin app but just a heads up mockingbirds can fool the app. 😆
@mikakellin5 ай бұрын
I’ve found so much encouragement in the book Breaking Free From Body Shame by Jess Connolly!! It’s all about changing the way we tend to think about our bodies based on what God tells us in the Bible. If that speaks to you, would HIGHLY recommend!
@sandebryant38786 ай бұрын
Hi Jessica, I'm here just to hear you laugh😂. I don't blame you about social media it is so judgmental i wouldn't post my family either. I love your makeup and have got to check out Merit, thank you so much for sharing. ❤❤
@lmrh19606 ай бұрын
Oh Jess, I LOVE the Laneige sleeping mask! I use after my tretinoin and the Tacha Dewy Skin and my skin has been softer and more even toned. The scent goes away for me, but I love the smell so thank you for sharing it.
@Ashley_Farrell6 ай бұрын
Girl - thanks to you I have spent SO many hours listening to birds since you mentioned the Merlin app on your Instagram stories!!! Our household is obsessed!!!
@MsK_in_CA6 ай бұрын
I love the Melin app. My SIL (who lives near Temecula) and I (who lives in West Virginia) will talk on the phone on speaker and share screenshots of the birds we are picking up. They had a bald eaglet recently hatch nearby. We love it.
@amylewis75636 ай бұрын
Don't plan on ever purchasing from Merit after seeing the way they treated Wayne Goss. That said, I think ur so refreshing and fun Jess. ❤❤
@justrose69786 ай бұрын
What did they do to Wayne?
@allisonlandesco6 ай бұрын
Who is he? Sounds like a familiar name in the beauty space.
@amyr49446 ай бұрын
I agree. After I watched his video and then read through others comments having similar experiences…I’ve decided to never purchase from them. They have a lot of work to do as a company if they want faithful customers. But as far as I’ve seen, all they do is get a bunch of influencers to make these sets and help sell them. It’s just reminds me of MLMs honestly. Also for anybody that might be interested…Wayne Goss is a professional makeup artist and KZbinr. You can see his video about merit from a couple months ago. It’s called Companies I will never buy from again! Merit Beauty!
@cat_pham6 ай бұрын
Perfect timing, as always! I’m sitting down at 36 weeks pregnant and nesting/going through allllll the baby clothes.
@itsjessicabraun6 ай бұрын
Good luck with the rest of your pregnancy! :)
@jilldunlop35496 ай бұрын
I haven’t ever tried Merritt before. I thought your choices were inspiring, so I placed an order. I’m excited to see how it all works out 😊
@CGoodlin-q1y6 ай бұрын
Oh my thank you so much for letting us know about the Merlin app... love it.. it is my new favorite thing
@LoveFromAndreaaa6 ай бұрын
The merit lipstick in Baby is one of my all time favorite lipsticks 😊
@JacquelynMichelle6 ай бұрын
She said, “ if that doesn’t sound incredible to you, what is wrong with you?” 😂 so frank I love it. 😂
@rachelfackrell85776 ай бұрын
I love your chats! 💕👏😊 I was the one who asked about the difference between podcasts and KZbin! I used to do KZbin vlogs but editing felt like it took forever! There is no way I can do it now with 3 kids and no formal work schedule haha! Later, I became a part time content creator/Instagram manager for a company which was still hard, but short content is easier for me so I loved it. I was just curious to know what podcasting is like for you since you have experienced all the social media platforms! From what you said, I think getting all the right equipment is most of the battle/difficulty of it! And that is definitely not my specialty 😂 with insta, all I need is my phone so for now I’m sticking with that!
@monicadrew8896 ай бұрын
Love that you do a video with the podcast content. So much fun to watch! Also, tour nail polish is cute! Do you know the shade?
@barbalborano84416 ай бұрын
I love the Merlin app! I mentioned it to you on instagram and so glad you tried it. I was walking one day and had 6 different birds in a tree talking to each other 😆.
@cheriyost27806 ай бұрын
I just installed Merlin! How cool and thank you for putting it out there for us!
@hannitabeautysison6 ай бұрын
I love Merit! I love their matte lippies
@rabiashahenshah93066 ай бұрын
Just bought a set - I never do these things , but this one seemed really good one and done
@melissabeedy84446 ай бұрын
Oh my gosh, I think the cozy mug videos are how I found you lol
@pinagrrrr22806 ай бұрын
I never got why they don’t ship to Europe. Merit, ofc. I would have definitely ordered by now many blushes eyeshadows and ofc that highlighter and ofc one set
@katiegerlach59586 ай бұрын
What a great partnership. Congrats. Been wanting to try Merit for literally years, and to support someone in the process...perfection. The Shade Slicks look amazing. I could not decide. Have you tried the Gelees? I picked up Mapleton. But curious about Bel Air and Pink Beet too.
@Sweetgotham6 ай бұрын
Huge fan of the Merlin app! Used it in rural France last year with much success.
@Dopey22AMJ6 ай бұрын
I only have the merit cream bronzer and absolutely love it. I really wish I had an extra $100 to pick up one of the sets but I just can’t afford it now. I definitely am intrigued to try more of their products
@beautyandbeyond3476 ай бұрын
So excited my bird app comment made it! It's tons of fun! I usually hit 5-7 birds each time. I'll have to try the photo id part!
@charlotteautry26336 ай бұрын
Ok.. I’m a total bird nerd.. lol 😂, and consider myself a way amateur photographer of mainly birds lol 😂🤣😂 hummingbirds are back!! Put out a feeder, talk about fun.. 🤩🤩🤩
@rachelspeak67416 ай бұрын
OMG i just downloaded the Merlin app and it is so fun!!! I love it so much!! I’m gonna become a full on birdwatcher now and need to get some binoculars 😂😂
@michellebraddock66714 ай бұрын
I LOVE merits blushes, I just wish they were not so "bulky" as I travel a lot and also like a minimal makeup bag!
@CleverClarkCreations6 ай бұрын
I loved your Cozymug unboxing, miss the tea!
@got_style6 ай бұрын
Hi Jessica: You got a shout-out today from “Kimberly Whisk” at The Wads channel😁You two are my fave KZbinrs and would make great besties🙀
@allisonlandesco6 ай бұрын
The coffee question made me laugh because I had my second child at 33, then became a coffee addict/lover. Never drank it until then! 😅
@lindsaylou836 ай бұрын
Perfect timing. My day off, just sat down to eat lunch, the sun is shining, and I get to watch a Jessie video ❤
@hayleebaird-lira55586 ай бұрын
I was listening to this with the volume on low while making my coffee in the beginning and I swore you said “sponsored by nair” and I had to drop what I was doing and check 😂😂😂
@mmmstitch6 ай бұрын
Just ordered one of the Merit sets, and am downloading Merlin! :-)
@juliewells42826 ай бұрын
I just downloaded Merlin-so excited to try it out. I love listening to birds and would love to be able to identify them by their song. 😊
@roseg13336 ай бұрын
I love Merit beauty their lipsticks are soo good especially the signature matte lipsticks for me so effortless and comfy. I also like their foundation stick though kinda expensive and their solo shadows so good I have studio and Braun. And the little make up bag is so cute 😍😃✨
@Henou556 ай бұрын
I always love the tops you wear they're so cute
@pinkbutterflies16796 ай бұрын
Keep your privacy to yourself and never fell the need to post about anything. No one, needs to share everything about their lives. I hate that younger generations are so noisy. “Get a life people!!”
@erintrolley30746 ай бұрын
Oooo that’s a super cool brand partnership letting you make sets!! Love merit blush and lipsticks/ oils
@jennytovey91786 ай бұрын
Loving this video Jess❤
@vanessalynn82876 ай бұрын
Very cool! Congrats on the collab!! 🎉
@graygangmom6 ай бұрын
Your shirt is so cute! Where did you find it?
@honeybee42486 ай бұрын
Such pretty shades. Not affordable for me but they are beautiful
@CarolHodney6 ай бұрын
How long do the Merit shade slicks last on the lips? Love your content, Jessica!!
@MelissaHall07076 ай бұрын
I absolutely love the bird app, too.
@jenniefrost8016 ай бұрын
😂😂😂LOL AT ME DA,Spoo I have been drinking a prebiotic drink like at least to 4 to 5 a week and I commented on one of your last vlog with thrive market but, these drinks I have been getting at WalMart there good I'm addicted bad and n I w I'm taking the prebiotic vitamin now to and I'm telling u they have changed my body sooo much thank you soo much gurl ... I actually went into this store tonight with mom were clear over here in Rapid City South Dakota shopping and this store had actual popies I tried watermelon 🍉 it was pretty good my mom got the orange one and both of those are good I also got the lemon lime and the grape one ... I been watching you for forever like 10 years at least and I so much appreciate you ypur a real human being just on KZbin ya know but I just wanted to let u know my last post I told ypu my favorite flavor was RootBeer omgness its Stilll #1 to me but yess go to Walmart girl and try those rootbeer for sure ...I have a question for 😂about thrive market cuz I'm on disability so I get food stamps and I know and u were saying something about thrive gives how do u do that u mean I will spend my food stamps there ALLOT....I just can't afford the subscription so if you know please do tell❤❤❤k thank ypur like my 2 yrs younger sister
@LiveLaughLeaveBB6 ай бұрын
Interested in trying Merit but is that blush buildable? I couldn't really see it on your skin.
@leslied79646 ай бұрын
Hey Jess! May you show us how you properly “hang” the framed artwork to where it looks propped up on the dresser? ♥
@itsjessicabraun6 ай бұрын
Oh, it is not properly hung at all - still trying to decide if I even like it there, lol!
@haidynabil5856 ай бұрын
You look great ❤❤❤❤ love your vlogs and coffee chat ❤ 💖 💕 I love all your videos
@RinaRunaway6 ай бұрын
Merit doesn't have a variety of shades, everything is beige or brown. Even in foundations. Their "neutrals" oxidize and turn yellow. The brand needs to work on inclusivity and not call everything "nude" when it's just different shades of yellow.
@hcf4kd19926 ай бұрын
Noted. The only product I've ever tried from them was their bronzer stick and it was nice
@angilii73316 ай бұрын
🥲 there not even available in Europe yet, soo annoying.
@majs4f3616 ай бұрын
Idk I love merit.
@kirstenfalk21036 ай бұрын
All their eyeshadows pull so warm on me - thought it was just me!
@lonnyking3756 ай бұрын
So kinda like your merlin app, my son's girlfriend uses an app alot like that only for plants. She takes a pic of a plant or flower, like in the yard or down at the park and the app tells her what it is and the info on it.
@djherman1046 ай бұрын
I'm barely through the vid and need the link to your earrings! ❤❤❤
@Gogoro76 ай бұрын
Please share where you got your background tree from! Thanks 😊
@mrs_hobby_studio74226 ай бұрын
Can you share what hip exercises you do? I have trouble with my right hip.
@nailamohamed54756 ай бұрын
Did you post your Egypt vlog.....can't wait to see it!
@leboeuf315 ай бұрын
I never post on my socials because to me, the stuff worth sharing and the people worth sharing it with get access to it privately and it’s probably why I don’t feel the need to post.
@laurenschoonmaker85576 ай бұрын
Jess, your skin looks gorgeous! What foundation are you wearing in this video?
@womanofacertainage58926 ай бұрын
Jess: "I'm not a real content creator." Also Jess: *has 656,000 subscribers.*. XOXO. We love ya!
@HSD9896 ай бұрын
Eat local honey Jess That really helps with allergies.but you have to eat a spoon a day everyday and the results are seen the following allergy season
@Barba_Fett6 ай бұрын
That poor app would be so confused at my house. It will be like Tennessee doesn't have Indian Ringnecks, as my birds yell "What Doing"
@christinecho7796 ай бұрын
I actually hired house cleaners so I can spend more time with my family on the weekends. I used to feel guilty but now I only feel grateful we can afford to. I love spending every minute of every weekend with my kid and my husband, without being grumpy about house cleaning.