Finally trying Ensley Reign Cosmetics... is it REALLY worth the money?

[@ShanlynnYT]

I'm so glad you bought this. Like, don't get me wrong, I love when my favorite creators get PR, but this brand is expensive. Expensive. And so many creators on their "will I buy it" type videos, would always pass because of the price. Then it gets sent to them, and all of a sudden they can't believe they 'slept on this brand' and they totally recommend it, blah blah blah. Then they have this loyalty to the brand so they continue to get PR instead of realizing their viewers are the ones supporting their channel, not the brand. I don't know why more viewers don't notice this, or call it out. But now that tells me, if a creator is sent something, you can't trust the review. You tell us when something isn't your favorite, or that if we have X or X we probably don't need whatever you're reviewing and I appreciate that about you. I don't think you would ever talk badly about a brand, but I feel like you always tell us the truth. And that is why I will always watch your reviews. So thank you for always being as transparent as you can be with your channel.

[@teresaortiz2027]

Amen. reason i went into credit card debt. not realizing a huge majority of creators were just paid or obligated to give a good review on mediocre products. the "honest review" is just clickbait now.

[@cherylb_88]

@@teresaortiz2027I don’t have a credit card but I definitely spent way more money that I had on makeup and currently am trying to declutter and recover some of my losses from all of it

[@sarahwebb2875]

Yup I notice Natasha denona is one of those brands also. I'm maybe 50/50 with her brand if I want to experiment with a brand I go to elf ok there worst for me lol

[@christiecruzxo2841]

Amen!

[@zusamy20]

Completely agree with you. I just can’t trust PR anymore 😔

[@kerriwright4593]

Black based multichrome are my favorite to swatch but least worn lol

[@AnnettesMakeupCorner]

hahaha I feel that in my soul 😂

[@Katelynhousemakeup]

Very rarely when I do my makeup and I’m not filming do I just use one palette 😂 but I had someone who told me once that they were neurodivergent and they could not handle the idea of mixing palettes that felt too disorganized or chaotic for them so I try to keep that in mind when I’m doing reviews but I am definitely someone who in my free time feels like the more palettes the merrier lol

[@steph_the_franco]

Again, that is one neurodi. individual. I'm AuDHD and I don't mind it. But it's gets hard recreating the same look if you use many palettes!

[@steph_the_franco]

But thank you for thinking of us ❤

[@Katelynhousemakeup]

@@steph_the_franco oh I am sorry I made it sound like every neurodivergent person thought that way! I meant more like it was helpful to me to know it wasn’t just a preference thing for some people. And you’re totally right it makes it harder for people to recreate looks too!

[@beahafner658]

I love the brand and their palette concept. They are not made for "complicated eyelooks" but for a matte, add some shimmer. Done. They last, do not fade during the day and no creasing at all. I know those palettes are a bit expensive but worth the money.

[@AnnettesMakeupCorner]

Happy they work so well for u!

[@MsGnor]

How gorgeous! Thanks Annette, love the DRAAAMA!!

[@janet_sv2]

Glad you finally tried them. So far i liked strawberry moon the best.

[@malfoy4874]

This is one of the most stunning palettes I've ever seen in my life but I have mix feelings 'cause I cannot necessarily splash out that amount of money on a eyeshadow palette 😢🤎💚

[@sherynkowatsch2970]

For a "NEW" brand they are too expensive! Are the palettes beautiful?....yes, but can you afford them, is another question, because we don't get PR. So even though I may want to try and love their palettes I'm going to be happier putting my money into another Indy brand that has great quality at a MUCH affordable cost! Thanks Annette! Love the look!

[@sherryroberts4735]

Beautiful looks Annette as always. I was so upset. I was at my computer and place my order immediately at launch time. I no sooner got it in my cart and it was sold out. I could not believe it. I was able to place a pre-order, but have to wait 6-8 weeks for it. Ensley Reign said it sold out within 5 minutes when I reached out to them. I have also placed a order for their new Twisted Tea Party palette. I placed my order right at launch time. I have not received a shipping notice yet. I was able to order that one in time, but it also sold out very quickly. I have the Strawberry Moon palette, which was my 1st purchase from them and love it.😍

[@UntangledTreasures]

Annette you are very far from boring!! I love watching your interesting colorful tutorials!!

[@lubazak636]

Annette I have very oily lids, but I found something that works. Covergirl eyeshadow primer is sticky, not greasy. It’s tacky so you need to apply a neutral shadow all over to help with blending.

[@sarahwest5814]

I have wanted to try them for a long time, especially with their past few releases but haven't because of exactly what you said about the cost, formula ratio and I don't prefer black based shimmers either. I prefer to bring depth with mattes because it gives greater versatility to the looks I can create. I'll keep them on my radar and maybe catch a sale or future release with more range of depth even though this is a beautiful palette and you did an amazing job with your looks and sharing your experience.

[@lizamichelle2431]

You look absolutely beautiful! Great look and video! ❤

[@Brigitte_Cantin]

I absolutely love your artistry. I try to emulate you so often with my looks on my own channel, even if I tend to do more neutral looks. That is essentially what I'm about because I haven't got one artistic bone in my body so when I see an amazing artist, I try to learn. 😊💖😘💖😘💖😘💖😘

[@ShanlynnYT]

Comment #2 I always love the looks you do. You change it up occasionally and always choose great color combos. I really enjoy your channel and your personality. ❤

[@miracas1206]

First one here, yay! Hello fellow scrabble player, yay for that too! Love scrabble and crosswords lol! Nice palette!

[@mybeautyfilledlife]

I love ER's singles but I haven't bought any of their palettes yet because, like you said, they're up there in price (granted I know they include a lot of beautiful shimmers) and also none of the color stories are perfect for me (although their recent Alice in Wonderland palette was close!). But I absolutely love their multichrome singles, the formula of those is super special and SO sparkly! Glad you finally bit the bullet and tried them as well, love the looks as always! 🥰 (Btw most black based shimmers crease on me as I'm getting older, it's sad because I used to love them but I can't wear them anymore 😭)

[@Magicmascara]

Gorgeous looks! I can't wait for this palette to arrive!❤

[@Alongebaby]

Me too.....

[@stephaniedrayton1671]

These looks are stunning!! 👍🏽🤩🤩 I don't care for red shadows or lipstickson me but, this look makes ne second guess myself..lol...beautiful...I've been watching your channel for about 4 to 5 years on and off and you're definitely not boring..😂😂 ❤

[@kouzelnice]

It is an expensive brand, but wow..💕plus you get twice as many shades as in many other palettes. So a lot up front, but personally I think you get the values worth. I think it just depends if you want to save up for one big palette that hits your color story sweet spot or more smaller/cheaper ones 🤷🏻‍♀️ The Flower Moon and Midwinter palettes have lighter color stories, and the smaller Twisted Tea Party palette just came out.

[@anklebitr79]

They put a lot of thought into their packaging as well. It us like a whole esthetic.

[@brizeidabrizuela9730]

Girl .... Ensley Reig needs to make you an affiliate cause you just made me pull the trigger on over 200+ bucks ... your looks were so stunning!!

[@yvonnemaybe2853]

I do not think, that your looks are boring! I discovered you through your metropolis palette review and I follow you since then :D

[@searose777]

The price point is pretty steep! And the palette is gorgeous, but it also sold out in less than three minutes, which was very inconvenient.

[@michelehartshaw8659]

This brand is too expensive. I definitely loved your looks. It is a beautiful color story, except for the nonexistent light shades. But overall, it is way out of my price range. 😘💜

[@mistichristensen7088]

All 3 looks were beautiful. I have the same issue with dark based shimmers. I’ve got hooded eyes too. 💛🌻

[@exomake_mehorololo]

They are so expensive 😢especially for UK customers. Their website doesn't ship to the UK so you have to use the Etsy store. From what I've seen the palette w taxes and shipping would cost me ca 150 USD WITH discount.... That's just insane

[@AnnettesMakeupCorner]

Ouch... yeah thats a bit much 😅

[@lynndp]

Monolith Europe sells it too

[@exomake_mehorololo]

@@lynndp they up the price as well and it still incurs a ton of taxes

[@yanderellaflowerqueen1167]

On their website is the garden one. Its cost 241 Euro!!!!! Thats just insane. I'm sorry but no palette can be this good that i am willing to pay over 200 euros for it😢

[@lynndp]

Strange. The ensley reigns palettes I see are 85-95€ with no extra taxes/customs. Maybe because the UK is outside the EU the prices are different.

[@damattice23]

This is the only pallet I bought this year, so I splurged. 🎉

[@AnnettesMakeupCorner]

Hope you love it!

[@iseejewelz3874]

STUNNING GORGEOUS BEAUTIFUL

[@Acoolcatwitjglassesbutonyt]

Thanks for the review and your honesty girl! I honestly thought the palette was mid tier, not bad but not good

[@emilyrobbins6214]

Stunning looks as always😍

[@Katelynhousemakeup]

I’m late but I am watching now during my lunch break!

[@Katelynhousemakeup]

I totally get stuck in a rut sometimes lol. I think I’m in one now and that’s why every look I’ve done is monochromatic 😂

[@steph_the_franco]

I don't know if you are boring but I like what you do. So if you are boring I guess I am also boring! 😂😂😂

[@AnnettesMakeupCorner]

Hahaha we can be boring together 😂❤️

[@brittanyrae_beauty]

I love Katelyn so much!

[@xxxaixo]

I absolutely love this brand and wish I could afford more. But living in Canada, I also pay exchange and duty. Which makes the Palette double the price for me. But I do want this and hope at some point I can get it

[@bronwyngavin6076]

This is gorgeous!

[@DianaWodnoff]

Boring is the last word I’d use for you. I keep coming back because of how creative your looks are and they’re easy to duplicate which I appreciate

[@MakeupwithMariela1]

I’m interested in the brands cold moon palette! Loved your looks with these, too bad they creased. Are you planning on picking up cold moon or hold off for now? Btw it was great meeting you at creators & friends party!

[@40racquel]

Have you ever used the LOOK FOR RAINBOWS Palette by Gloss Gods. It's so beautiful and the price isn't bad. But I don't want to get it unless it really is as good as it looks.

[@AnnettesMakeupCorner]

I actually havent tried anything from gloss gods yet, not really sure why!

[@nevaehchapman5754]

Love love this look ❤

[@exomake_mehorololo]

👀👀👀I love red shimmers

[@kerriwright4593]

I need to try this brand too.

[@jennifermoreno6613]

These crease on me too 😢 I was hoping for the price I would have at least gotten a mirror 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@makeup4lossedtime]

I really wanted this palette. Its not really my kind of color story either... Not sure why I love it so.

[@AnnettesMakeupCorner]

Right? There's something so aesthetically pleasing about it!

[@makeup4lossedtime]

Plus the theme...irresistable.

[@Alliesaephan]

​@makeup4lossedtime can I just say your YT handle is 🤌 *chefs kiss* like the best name for a makeup channel ever

[@makeup4lossedtime]

@@Alliesaephan thank you! I give that compliment so often and you are the first person to ever give it to me!! I APPRECIATE YOU!

[@anklebitr79]

I don't really care about price but maybe if they brought out some smaller palettes i might be interested....

[@Katelynhousemakeup]

You’re making me blush ☺️

[@blendofdays]

I've definitely avoided purchasing from this brand due to their pricing!

[@Toni-Jo88]

🖤🐆🧡

[@kavitasingh1459]

super super super excited about a palette that is not my colour story and made me poor by 88 dollars. Not very convincing at all.

[@LocMaiden]

🖤

[@lindendavison-hardy4756]

🦇🖤🧡🖤🦇

[@yinyin9713]

Honestly I don't think I will ever purchase from Ensley Reign and especially not this palette as it contains AI generated work on the cover, as pretty as the cover and colours are.

[@YukiSaeki]

Same. People were trying to explain to them why using AI is unethical, but they didn’t seem to get it and doubled down on their view. I love the looks Annette created with the palette (and so many creators did with this palette too) but I will never spend money on a brand that doesn’t respect artists and creators.

[@trillenesmith8143]

I do feel your looks are repetitive . Thanks for asking our opinion. Switching up would be good. More creative look. ❤