CURRENT OBSESSIONS IS BACK: the best beauty products - hair, skincare, and makeup

[@JapaneseCherry-y1i]

You are wearing that purple eyeshadow. Would've loved to see that video. Amazing how you got purple shadow to play well with red lipstick.❤

[@rebeccac.1758]

NOBODY does an eyeshadow blend like you do! Lots of people do great makeup. But you are amazing at getting that angelic blend each time!

[@TheLadyAlchemyChannel]

Huh, ten yr Olds can do eye shadow well these days lol.

[@vanessarosales8898]

I have missed the series!!! I am super excited that it’s back. Thank you Marlena ❤

[@MarlenaStell]

So glad you’re excited!! 🥰💋

[@sarahcabbara5124]

I love the La Roche Posay Toleraine cleaner and double repair moisturizer too. Great products that are affordable. Some of my other holy grails are the hourglass vanish concealer, Milani baked blushes, essence lash princess mascara, tree hut shave oils, L’Oréal infallible foundation, elf brow pencils and the catrice color corrector.

[@kerrythomson1105]

Korean/Chinese skincare, mostly. Oil cleanser: Iunik Calendula Cleansing Oil I do use CereVe Salicylic Acid Foaming Face as a second cleanse as well. Pyungkang Yul Black Tea toner Pyungkang Yul calming central barrier cream, Pyungkang Yul essence. Other goodies: SKII essence, Round Lab toners and SPF, Numbuzin #3 Essence (it’s fermented goodness)

[@MsGinas]

Thank you for letting us into your house!!! Regardless of how expensive things are, let's remember that she became a millionaire in no time because she is an amazing woman with incredible talent!!! Don't hate!!! She's so wonderful to ler us see info her life, she doesn't owe us any excuses for her being wealthy. You go, Marlena!!! Thank you sweetheart 💋 for being the incredible person, the authentic woman that you are, rich, or otherwise!!! Let her light shine!!!🥰💋😍😘

[@meghanford9043]

I really liked the format in this video…. Showing your products and talking about them in “real life settings” 🎉 I’m with you sister on tatcha indigo moisturizer…. It’s a HG for me too❤

[@ChristinePacinda]

Two years ago when I officially entered menopause my hair really started to thin. Switching to a carnivore/ ketovore diet made it grow back naturally and denser than it's been in years. Cutting out all the sugar and eating all that protein healed my body on so many levels, clearing my skin, reducing wrinkles and growing hair without expensive devices.

[@petyavelikova5066]

I am in same boat. Ssecond that, ketovore + BHRT, replacing about 8 hormones, never felt better. 56 years old.

[@suzannesteele1275]

Marlena, I, too, am a MAKEUP GEEK! I love your content and just joined your MG Academy. I'm52 and have recently lost weight. The skin on my neck started sagging and I found PERRICONE'S SUB D NECK CREAM works like magic! For anyone with loose skin on jawline/neck/decollate, this WORKS! Don't forget to moisturize the back of your neck as well! Love you, Marlena!

[@HolySon]

Hair loss could be related to vitamin deficiency. Clumps of hair fell out when I just walked. My doctor tested my blood (for another reason) and found out I was iron, vitamin D and B deficient. He was shocked I had been walking around for years with such low numbers. He said my iron was almost depleted because of stress levels. Some of these nutrients help circulate blood and oxygen. My hair loss has significantly gone down since I got an iron infusion and quarterly vitamin D and B jabs. Also, I can breathe better and don’t feel like fainting anymore (more important than hair).

[@MarlenaStell]

SUCH great feedback! I've tested low on those also so have to take high doses of Vitamin D (under doctor's orders) because I don't absorb them well

[@sharonperry8978]

Also found out that my hair loss was related to having Covid. Also, have been seeing that hair loss can also be related to peri menopause/ menopause.

[@melissadean6874]

Love love the idea of the irestore hair growth system as I am 42 and have bald spots. I've had scalp biopsies and everything. The main issue is my anxiety and stress. I'm on disability so there's no way I will ever be able to purchase that. I'm so glad it's working for you!

[@shayshaymann113]

Can you do a video on how to use the skincare products? Like morning routine right before applying makeup, in what order you use them as well as at the end of the day when removing a full face of makeup. I always get confused which products goes on first and last lol.

[@brookemilligan352]

I'm really loving this makeup look, I'm a purple loving girly!

[@burningisis]

Tretinoin is LIFE! If you're just starting it, be patient with it. Your skin will go through a purge. Your skin will be dry and may peel. Keep hydrating and keep at it. Dont give up after a week when you see that your skin is getting a little dry. But it has been LIFE CHANGING for me. I'm 47 and my skin looks better than when I was a teenager! I swear by the CeraVie cleanser though, Belif moisture bomb toner, and skinfix moisturizer (sometimes I'll swap to tacha's water cream if I'm feeling a little too oily). Seeing a derm is not just for when things are wrong with your skin. They also can help keep your skin plump and elastic longer. Just see that derm! My derm actually recommended the tretinoin to me, I didnt even have to bring it up! SO GOOD! I did want to ask, what do you use for SPF? I really fell in love when I tried the Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench SPF. It feels SO good on the skin. It does have that chemical sunscreen smell to it, but I like that scent personally. Usually I can just replace my moisturizer during the day with this its just so hydrating and feels good. For me it didnt even pill under makeup. I bought a second bottle just out of fear it would be discontinued soon!

[@skincaremakeup40]

Oh cool:Davines is an Italian brand that organize wonderful campaigns on sustenability and respect for the environment.And the smell is divine!

[@AC-qo8oq]

I like your nail polish color and thanks for getting to the point and not rambling. I have to try those brushes.

[@NiceLady00]

Love her! I am really in tune with voices and find hers calming.....even when she is excited!

[@RachelWilliams-qf5xg]

The Exuviance rebuild 5 cream is my holy grail!! I have very oily skin and I use it at night and it has changed my skin in such a great way!

[@kathyabeauty]

Love you Marlena! You are youtube beauty Royalty! One of the classics on here. So happy to watch your videos.❤

[@emieapatel]

I just tried the Westmore under eye corrector and have been loving that. I have horrible dark circles and it really brightens me up. I also tried the JVN hair mask and omg it smells so good but best of all it makes my hair so shiny! Even if I just let my hair air dry it looks like I blow dried it.

[@GaynelleScott]

I love Peach and Lily Luxe facial oil. Especially during times when the weather is cold and drier. So lightweight and hydrating. I would recommend.

[@donnamackay6006]

What skin care do you use under your lancome silicone primer without the skincare coming off please?

[@pmg-1]

I'm a hairstylist..and I have a fantastic product you should try... its a leave-in by Milkshake called Incredible Milk...and it smells like yummy vanilla yogurt.. its a 12-in-1 product that defrizzes...UV protect..moisturizing that doesn't weigh your hair down & surprisingly, it adds VOLUME! Which is non existent with leave-in conditioners.. My fave product!

[@techwoman2]

that shadow is stunning

[@MarlenaStell]

Thank you so much!!

[@nicole6758]

-Can you tell us what colors you used-gorgeous @@MarlenaStell

[@TheLadyAlchemyChannel]

She won't tell

[@mariaforrest5691]

I have mature skin and definitely need a hydrating eye cream

[@beautygirl1185]

Thank you for sharing your favorites. These are the type of videos I love. Really helps me know what to get and ends up saving me time and money from trying to find the right product.

[@kellybrick1618]

Paula’s Choice BHA/AHA is a holy grail. I love the LaRoche Posay face cleanser use it daily. Daytime moisturizer for me is the Dr Jart Ceramidin skin barrier moisturizer cream.

[@barbsawyerlifestyles2850]

You look AMAZING with no makeup - I loved this video!😊❤

[@MarlenaStell]

Thank you so much!! xoxoxo

[@MsMiro9149]

The eye shadow you are wearing plz Marlena 🙏

[@malillis608]

Have you had your thyroid levels tested? Not just the basic test but all thyroid tests because the basic blood test may show normal levels but the T3 and T4 blood tests are more accurate. Low thyroid levels can cause you to lose your hair. I know from personal experience. Hope this information helps.

[@EmorettaRobinson]

I'm always pleased to see that Marlena uploaded a video. I've always enjoyed watching your current obsessions videos. That's how I found out about the Martinelli's sparkling pear cider. I've been buying their sparkling Blush around the holidays. It's delicious.

[@MarlenaStell]

It's soooo good right?! I forgot I had that in a current obsessions cause I still drink that on holidays and special occasions!

[@EmorettaRobinson]

@@MarlenaStell it is really good. Thank you for putting us onto Martinelli's.

[@vickierotell4995]

Skincare I've been using the Sunday Riley and the True Botanicals because I have super dry skin. I've seen a lot of improvement with my wrinkles and firming. Love the Natasha Danona and Color Pop eyeshadow. Foundations I have a lot and rotate along with blush, bronzer, etc. Miss your full face tutorials of makeup.

[@roxannerutherford3524]

I love Tatcha Dewey Cream. I know its expensive, but i have tried so many brands for dry skin. Nothing works like Tatcha for me.

[@dcvasquez91]

A product that surprised me in 2023 is the Dr. Sam's retinol night eye cream. It is the best eye cream I have ever used, noticed improvements the next day. Its crazy.

[@gracew4194]

The Strivectin tighten and lift peptide tightening neck serum. It has a metal roller on it. I love it for my neck. Also there are these serums at Ulta called Byoma. There are a couple I really like. They are under 20 bucks and they sink in so nicely and leave behind that sticky feeling. Love them! I'm 45 and I'm a skin and makeup junkie so I've tried sooooo many things. I love all the picks in this video!

[@jennifercrawford2630]

Earth Harbor Siren Silk is my favorite moisturizer. My skin loves it!

[@AmandaMaria]

Davines is the best ❤ please consider supporting your local spas and salons to buy your product 🥰 lots of love 🤗

[@cherylt5818]

Current obsessions for me are The City Beauty Mascara and the City Beauty Total Eye Revive Serum/ The Dermelect Beauty Sleep Serum and their Barrier Repair serum and their Eye lash growth serum/ and yasss to the Tatcha Indigo repair serum as well as their Dew Cream! Makeup wise a total rediscovery The Two Faced Born this Way Foundation after taking care of my skin with all of these products my skin looks radiant with this foundation!

[@TimmieMehrens]

Hi! I recently started following you and have loved your recommendations. I am 45 with dry skin. The older I get the more committed to skin care I have become. I do have a few questions. I recently got the ordinary glycolic acid and tretinoin but wondered what order you use these before serums and moisturizers? The other issue I have is my makeup always comes off by my nose. I use a setting spray but am hesitant to use setting powder because I have dry skin and was told if you are over 40 you should not use powder. Thanks again

[@monicarodriguez6876]

Great video! My all time favorite eye makeup remover is Mary Kay’s. If you haven’t tried it, please do and share your thoughts. Life changing!!!

[@emilyl6746]

Omg I love it too!!

[@timothysherreyehler5095]

Yeaaaaaaaaaa! Love Current Obsessions, Marlena (almost as much as I love you)! Thanks for sharing your long-time, and current favs, Beautiful, Sherrey

[@heather81280]

I still go back and rewatch your current obsessions!!!

[@frnchgrl26]

The Cay Skin lip balm is the best. I’m out of it right now, adding to my cart!

[@sevinjaa655]

Hi Marlena, thank you for this video. may I ask you to show us a tutorial of this eyelook, I really liked how subtle yet colorful it is. I would love to do wearable colorful makeup for everyday, but everytime it turns out a bit awkward on me 😢 so would be nice to have some guidance on that😊❤

[@73dwassell]

I love your current obsessions I’ve found many favorites bc of you!!

[@73dwassell]

Also love the Huda beauty pretty grunge & Danessa Myricks light work V Palettes

[@faithrica]

YESSSSS !!! Welcome back QUEEN!!!!

[@MarlenaStell]

SO happy to be here!!

[@melissagoodine2983]

May lindstrom I don’t know if you’ve ever bought from her but she is a small business and her skincare is AMAZING. I love her body oil honey mud cleanser and the blue cocoon. You can buy any of her products and it would be worth it. Also Furtuna skincare their eye cream and oil as well as the balm cleanser all amazing.

[@nigahnostalgic]

Marlena you skin is flawless!

[@eldamartin2639]

Love this video! And I also think you’re very organized 🥰

[@lynncortez29]

The Ordinary has great retinol serum and I love Garnier skincare, too.

[@MarlenaStell]

LOVE the ordinary glycolic toner!

[@katiacalejomora2480]

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid is amazing! I just started using it and I already notice a difference.

[@tinabennett8033]

The hair oil is my favorite too. I have dry skin and the only moisturizer that quenches it is the holy hydration by elf. I’ve tried so many but my skin loves that one. I do use Trent, Nan and I add a lot of serums to get the nutrition that my skin needs because I know that the elf is not the most scientifically advanced moisturizer.

[@carlasaunders4222]

My word I used tretinon every night for over a week and my fave is do red, peeling and sensitive. Any idea what I can use to sooth it? Guess I should have used a few days a week.

[@MarlenaStell]

I really recommend using it once a week to start then the next month go to twice a week, then eventually 3xs a week but every night is pretty harsh on the skin :( To sooth your skin, aloe vera gel or a simple moisturizer and let the skin take a break from it until it calms down. xoxo

[@sophiaknightly]

Thank you, Marlena. I so look forward to your recommendations. Have a beautiful week! xo, Sophia

[@h-riqbal888]

Loving the Huda BeautyWishful skincare line, the Yo Glow scrub is amazing!

[@amy0075]

Thank you sharing your favs with us. I guess we all have such a variety in our room...Now, brand that I'm really fond of is @Skinn Cosmetics I don't hear much mention of influencers here (yt). It's a fantastic, very afforable, top line of the top & most importantly the finest quality ingredients! I've been faithfully using Skinn for under 15yrs & along with husband,kids,grandkids, family n friends they all obsessed!

[@Nikachu0906]

I’m so happy you are bringing this series back! I have missed it so much.

[@MarlenaStell]

More to come! Xoxo 😘

[@MichelleH-gd9fj]

I’m currently obsessed with DHC products, esp their cleansing oil.

[@kellystewart9291]

Same! The cleansing oil is good sh*t!

[@mgpef02]

I’m a makeup junkie too. I was just going to ask, is there an eyeshadow palette that’s good for travel? I’m interested in smaller travel friendly makeup. Last time my Natasha mini broke and had to press it back together.

[@MarlenaStell]

For travel I usually take the Natasha Denona mini palettes or one of my Colourpop ones :) I still do take my old MUG shadows in a travel vault too :(

[@BrendaWhipple-fk7jk]

I am in love with the herbivore Phoenix oil

[@kristinbagrier178]

Love the Elemis Cleansing balm! I also have to use the COSRX snail essence.

[@sgtlove678]

I use the IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Gel Oil Free Moisturizer. Love it

[@LenaSheppard]

Yay! I missed current obsessions. And where is the funky item?!? I guess your shower will have to suffice. I love the elf cleansing balm. Thank you so, so much for being here !

[@sgreene2058]

Thanks for the recommendations. I couldn't resist one last MUG order today.

[@nicole6758]

Hi Marlena, I love your videos and learn so much!! Your eyes look amazing in this tutorial, Can you tell me what palette you used and what the colors are...Thanks!!!!

[@denisewiley344]

Love your videos Sooo helpful and informative Thank you I have been using Kenra blow dry spray and Davines Oi oil combo for years ! Love them both My hair dye is Also Davines I get compliments all the time

[@denisewiley344]

Oops * sooo helpful

[@donnag9829]

Marlena, have you been tested for Hashimoto’s? McCall McPherson in Austin is a thyroid specialist @ modern thyroid - she is amazing

[@MarlenaStell]

Just saved this to reach out! I just found out my thyroid is enlarged and I have a lump on left side. Haven’t been able to get in with endo yet 😢

[@donnag9829]

@@MarlenaStell please don’t panic - I’ve also had lumps on my thyroid - I’ve been wanting to reach out to you. Your symptoms over the years sounds just like mine. Oh and Lisa J is my friend. You’re on the right path!

[@RosemaryMarroquin]

I’m obsessed with the rare beauty bronzer too

[@lindajosefsson1686]

Hi Marlena! I would love to try the i restore system. My hair got so thin going through menopause. The other products look great also

[@MarlenaStell]

Hi Linda!! My hair got thin too after I lost weight. years ago then it never grew back and after having my daughter I lost more :(

[@ashamaree]

Yes, perimenopause can cause hair thinning and can start from your mid 30’s! I’m in my early 40’s going through this.

[@lindajosefsson1686]

Yes very difficult to go through. I’m a competitor in women’s figure and my low body fat levels didn’t help. I’ve been doing hormone replacement therapy for over a year and I’m starting to get better but my hair is still very thin and I hate it.

[@helpfulnhappy]

Every time you put on that laser helmet, I think you're a roller derby chick! So cute!

[@albaveles8543]

I’ll always be loyal to Nars sheer light glow 😘

[@AnabananaBeauty]

Im definitely going to try that Davine hair mask! My hair is sooo dry I can never get it silky x

[@MarlenaStell]

I SWEAR by that hair mask!! I've been using since 2017 and it's the only hair mask that actually makes my hair soft and shiny. The packaging looks super cheap but the product inside is best I've ever tried

[@mammabear8774]

You forgot clothes, home, fragrance!! I used to love when you talked about them❤

[@phatpharm06]

I have been using Living Libations bedew dab ozonated beauty balm. Just the littlest amount on my cheeks and forehead to cool my rosacea down.

[@Steph_618]

Girl I took a million screenshots! Thank you so much, love vids like these!

[@sheemaalen9286]

Hi ❤ Amazing list u have here, good to know. Im trying to use only cruelty free now, also cuz i do better on them. Yet i have bot the cera ve resurfacing on mercari. Use vaseline on eyes cuz cant use most stuff. Luv olive oil and coconut oil for my skin at times. Luv the colorpop makeup brand! 🎉 😊

[@lizzwilson8931]

Love your eyeshadow in this video😍 Girl your recommendations are always spot on love you Marlena💜❤️🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@aubrie_morgan]

Yay!!! I missed these! You seem really happy too. Love that for you ❤❤❤

[@marz130]

Marlena, love you btw. Quick suggestion, have you checked your cortisol levels? Or testosterone levels? These being too high can cause issues with hair loss, I’ve been going through it few months I’ve been taking supplements from a naturopath (for PCOS) but my hair loss has sort of stopped! I’m 36 for reference. Mostly taking b12, omega 3, prenatal vitamins, coq10, biotin. Just trying to help cuz your videos helped me SO much over the years. Thank u for everything you do. RIP MUG

[@jopamint]

I bought the sample package of Clarins products. And they’re really nice. Sometimes quality really is worth it👍🏽that and I save like crazy if I really want it❤

[@anisabeauty569]

Thank you for including #ANISABeauty brushes! 💜We love that we're in your top favorites! 🥰

[@dianaa.8270]

Love your channel, What eye lashes are you wearing or is it mascara and brand please thanks pretty lady

[@LALuv213]

Really glad current obsessions is back!

[@ChrisCupcake3]

Same!

[@NoahWJP]

So many of these are classics that I love! Sheer Glow 150% best foundation i have ever used, One Size powder is phenom, and that Mario Bronzer literally the best! Also got a lot of use out of my ND My Dream palette too !!~

[@MarlenaStell]

They're all holy grails for me!

[@НадеждаТонева-г9л]

There is a unique European skincare brand Saff cosmetics. And as the name suggests it's has saffron in it. OMG divine. It's a must try!!!

[@meganhathaway4585]

Just here to add..."SO goooood!" haha I'm just teasing you, love the video and am always appreciative when you share any kind of advice (especially skin and beauty) You look fabulous! Hope your having an awesome start in this New Year so far :) 🙂💚

[@h-riqbal888]

I love the Lancôme primer you recommended in a previous video, thank you!

[@noirjin]

Hi Marlena!!! Great recommendations! I noticed your link for Davine hair mask is actually for the davine conditioner.

[@kathleenmatari1708]

No weird item!? 😂 glad to see the current obsessions series back

[@noelblaszczyk9174]

Hey have you ever tried the Seint beauty products? Used to be maskara just wanted to see if you liked their cream foundations

[@dcneumann]

I love Paw Paw. Like Beauty Blender USED to be

[@katiacalejomora2480]

My all time favorite is Natasha Denona I Need a Nude Palette; simply gorgeous. I’m a middle school teacher so my makeup is soft and pretty 😊

[@m0mmaqueenof03]

Hey @marlenastell we need a funky obsession… you always had one!!!

[@MarlenaStell]

I know 😫 I’ll have one for next month for sure 😍

[@beautifullydifferent86]

What eyeshadow are you wearing, stunning.

[@katiacalejomora2480]

Hi. I have combination skin; which one would be best for me: Elemis Balm or Bobbi Brown Soothing oil? Thank you!

[@alison5559]

I have been using a lot of vivier products! Love the Ultimage

[@kaseymeyer5804]

Can you do a video on makeup brushes such as what to use for what and how

[@juliem858]

I have dry skin and love Skinfix triple peptide moisturizer!

[@jkp7096]

Glad to have Obsessions back

[@eydiewimberly3029]

I need to know what is the eyeshadow on your eyes. I love it. 😊

[@eydiewimberly3029]

Please let me know what is the color/ brand on your eyes. I love it. Please! 😊