I'm Not Missing Out On ColourPop.... Deconstructing my $300 ColourPop Haul! *mistakes were made*

Hey guys! I thought I would share some of the thoughts I have after buying a bunch of ColourPop products! I am happy to have found some really great gems but I definitely had some regrets along the way! Let me know your favorite products so I am note just shooting in the dark next time!! haha hope you enjoy the video! :)
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[@nostalgia_kills]

Shopping in person helps me save SO MUCH MONEY. I’ll fill a cart online at Sephora or Ulta, choose to go in person to look, and then leave spending nothing because I wasn’t that impressed.

[@Bladesauce]

This is actually great advice. I’m gonna try this

[@Lind98Jez]

Shopping from another country where there is no chance of buying in person :(

[@kristincunningham1253]

2018 colourpop will always hit different. They just aren't the same anymore

[@milkypony]

true

[@horses4296]

amen

[@cinmingrl]

Absolutely. The shadows I bought from them then are noticeably better than newer palettes I've bought. The newer stuff is fine, but 2018 colourpop was truly amazing quality for a good price.

[@lucianas661]

post colourpop clarity.. this is the real pandemic.

[@rishibeauty8889]

Colourpop has the mission statement of being the fast fashion of the makeup world & they have stuck to it. When you say you prolly already have it in your collection is spot on- you do! I have backed off of buying Colourpop for a bit. FOMO is real- but thank god they are always pushing out launches.

[@kaylynnhuddleston5533]

WOW that was a brilliant statement!!

[@fuzaylova111]

your statement about fast fashion is just a tiny bit off bc fast fashion brands like shein are known for exploiting their workers and while Colourpop does release a lot of makeup they don't exploit workers. They do sort of make an effort. They are cruelty free, they switched from plastic palettes to cardboard, and they took out the mirrors to be more sustainable. I totally agree with you on backing off buying colourpop, I have as well.

[@rishibeauty8889]

@@fuzaylova111 I agree with you 100%. The reason I chose that term is because it is the actual words used by the company, before we knew how terrible SHEIN is.

[@readergirl100]

@@fuzaylova111 I agree w u for the most part, but wanted to point out that colourpop def still makes new launches in plastic packaging (the clear casing ones)

[@ninalee31]

Try wrapping up all but one palette (chosen at random), and open one or two a week to help you feel less overwhelmed and give you a chance to try them all. It will also help you feel like not shopping since you'll still have new palettes to play with every week.

[@juicyfruitswirl]

I like how deeply you think about your makeup purchases. I think it is helpful seeing the personal reflections of all the products. I think colour pop is better if you are starting out with makeup and want to dip your toes into the makeup world. I wish colour pop was around when i first got into makeup.

[@Simyfy]

Tbh the Super shock formula doesn’t really let me down. I will agree some of the Super shock shadows aren’t as moist as others which is something Colourpop def needs to work on

[@lauren6509]

You can depot the quads BTW. The glue is still tacky so wipe the bottom, but the pans are still magnetic just in case you want to change the layouts or get rid of duds.

[@rbreit93]

Yeah it takes a little work but it's not too bad. Just some isopropyl alcohol and a depot tool

[@tiffanymichelle8412]

Do you know if the same is true of the clear 9 pans?

[@rbreit93]

@@tiffanymichelle8412 tbh I'm not sure, because the quad I had received was broken and I tried it to salvage the shadows. However, from what I can see thru the acrylic/plastic packaging, the pans do look similarly glued in. They're just shallower and you'd have to use alcohol and a needle/box cutter to help lift the edges of the shadow pans. And it does seem like they're magnetic--my nail polish magnets stick to the plastic packaging so it's worth a try. It just might be more difficult because the 9 pans are a lot smaller

[@laexe2]

Now, this was interesting under different aspects. When you talk here and there about what you understood of yourself is really educational, not joking here. The anticipation , the big hauls, the overwhelming feelings etc... I hope many young people watch this and learn how to manage expectations, "dilute" their purchases and learn how to be patient in order to enjoy things at their best. I'm 46 but I started really appreciating makeup a little bit more than one year ago, so I went through a first phase of accumulation ("wow new colours! wow there's a sale! wow a brand I didn't know!") like I had to compensate for all the years I spent without buying makeup. Sale after sale, I have now a big palette collection, and of course I can relate to that haul-feeling you explain, in fact this year I'm being much more calm and patient and I know better to buy only what I need or really like. But the mental experience was interesting indeed. And I like this video also because yes, we EU people see Colourpop everywhere on KZbin but nowhere in online Eu stores, so the FOMO is real. I bought only once from them and paid a lot for shipping, customs and taxes, so never again, but I'm happy that you confirms that I'm not missing out. I'm also in the process of realizing that the few good brands we have here (Glamshop being the first, but also Lethal, Glossgods...) can actually fill our need for quality and for multichromes - I still would like to try some USA brands, or Glaminatrix too, but now I know I don't strictly need them (FOMO again).

[@leaj3799]

Perfect description of the same process I went through. I’m in my fifties and only really got into makeup a few years ago (empty nest maybe but then pandemic filled it again). I used CP as a relatively inexpensive way to figure out the looks I prefer but now I’m willing to spend more but buy less from more indie quality brands because I have better sense of what I’ll actually end up liking and using. For a while I was really buying a lot of CP though and I think that is part of their business model- capturing that new makeup user of whatever age by constantly churning out new products and there is always someone that the products seem new and exciting too even as longer term makeup consumers start getting tired and moving on from the brand.

[@itsmauriokart]

The way this Colourpop sale also got me, and I used your super shock ranking video to help me pick out shadows I wanted to buy LOL

[@ellemarr7234]

I feel you on the overwhelming part. It becomes a chore to try and work through new palettes. I realized that I no longer had fun because I was compulsively buying and forcing myself to use everything. I’m back on a no-buy and it’s been going well … it feels good to be more aware and conscientious about consuming.

[@Amy-gp7ek]

I haven’t ordered from colourpop in a hot minute! I honestly think the monochromatic 9 pans were the peak for me

[@hannahkayee831]

Agree!

[@carolynroth1281]

Same! And I depotted every one of them and put them in an Adept palette!

[@daisies87]

Same, that’s honestly the only items i have bought from them

[@hazardsigns]

Living in Europe, the cost of importing from US or Canada is prohibitive. Which erases the one thing Colorpop had going for it (cheap pricing). I even have to carefully consider whether to purchase from Clionadh or Davinah and their products and leagues above Colorpop. I'm delighted brands like Lethal, Oden's Eye and Kaleidos are coming out with spectacular things, as they are easier and cheaper to access here. Regardless, I love my modest makeup collection and carefully consider before adding to it. It also eases the stress of "hauls". Like you, I enjoy have time to play with my one new purchase 🥰

[@faerwen]

Thanks for this! :D I'm also in EU, just starting to build a capsule collection and had no idea where to start.

[@liashah5040]

I really do like Colourpop's powder eyeshadows. They cheapen them by releasing so many palettes so often, but I only have one, so it still feels special to me. It's the So Jaded palette with Kathleen Lights. That one really does have unique colors, super cool packaging, and the quality holds up IMO. The shadows don't get muddy when blended together, they don't fade or skip, etc. It's not luxury quality but they work reliably and aren't fussy. I agree 100% on the lip products! I was almost sucked in by all the cool colors, but I'm glad I stopped myself. I tried 2 lippie stix and 1 lux lipstick - none of them did it for me. They smelled bad and felt bad. I felt like a kid with crayons lol.

[@cassiel.6918]

Their eyeshadow formula is very pigmented and workable, kinda underrated as of lately.

[@hannahkayee831]

I love the So Jaded palette!!!

[@katyp564]

So Jaded is fun. I regret the other mega palettes I've gotten of theirs besides that one.

[@viviannguyen2746]

Agreed. I enjoy their palettes but have decluttered every single lip product I bought from them.

[@wlk3607]

thank you for being honest about purchasing during the perfect storm of things because I think it happens to all of us and it’s important to try and learn from it and be more mindful

[@LucisZ39]

There really is no keeping up with Colourpop. For me Colourpop is one of those brands that I prefer to wishlist a bunch of stuff then put together a cart whenever it’s on a good enough sale. I fit as many of the items in my cart as I can to fit in my set budget then sit on it for a while before checking in. I’ll still get some misses but in the end I put in enough thought that I know I only purchased stuff I really wanted to try.

[@mckennak3523]

I wrote an entire analysis of ColourPop as a brand for one of my college classes lol. Really turned me off of them. The only thing I buy is their pretty fresh foundation and concealer as well as their face milks

[@abookishmess]

Oooooh what did you say 👀

[@hannahkayee831]

@@abookishmess wondering the same lol

[@mckennak3523]

@@abookishmess it boiled down to ColourPop overproducing makeup, not listening when their audience says to stop or slow down, and while the makeup is good, there's just too much of it

[@SofiaHeim]

Their facemilks are soo good, tho! wish I didn't go through them so fast ):

[@g1ng3rsn4ps]

@@mckennak3523 my thing is no one is being forced to buy it so I don't understand what the issue is. You literally don't need to buy everything or *anything* that pops up. I buy a lot of makeup. A lot. I work as a makeup artist in the film/tv sector. I haven't ever bought one ColourPop item in my life. I just don't understand why people are so pressed over a brand's own release sched when no one is obligated to buy. Seems like a priority/willpower issue on the consumer's end. Super interested in what you said in your dissertation as I've always held this stance. I am academically curious, good scholar!!! (Genuinely! Truly! This isn't shade💀 So much gets lost in translation over text though that I always make sure to clarify!)

[@irishgirl12705]

I can relate, I lost my dad last year and I now own more makeup than I’ve ever even worn in my entire life. I now know a therapist would have been cheaper. Truly mad at myself. Thanks for letting me know I’m not alone in “shopping sad” Lauren. Hugs.

[@mollyskye3216]

I resolved to no longer purchase colourpop quite a few months ago and I haven't looked back. I just wasn't happy with the quality anymore and every time I would order I found myself adding crap I didn't need or really want (and never ended up using) to meet the shipping minimum ETA: I do not like colourpop lip products either! The only redeemable lip products from them are the liners imo. Back in the day I liked the gloss in the squeeze tube but every other lip product I've purchased from them has sat and rot

[@b100d.br02]

usually whenever i see a vid like this i just go "oh great another person faulting their money and blowing smoke up the brand ass bcs they have no taste bcs they have so much money" but you actually saying how it is is sooooo refreshing and i never felt like you were flaunting you are just 100% reviewing so thank you miss ma'am

[@MEGalasso1]

I used the most recent sale to buy a bunch of items for my little nephew who loves princesses and playing with makeup. I was able to fill up a makeup bag with blushes and shadows and liners so that we could have the BEST makeup playtime. Definitely my favorite/only use for Colourpop.

[@LetsBiiny]

That’s so cute and nice of you 😍

[@Jess-bee]

What you’re saying totally makes sense and resonates. We are definitely living in a time where we need to become more mindful and deliberate in our purchases. I often buy things when I’m in a “mood” to buy - if I think about it, typically it’s because I’m feeling bored with life. Some things end up genuinely giving me joy for as long as I have them / use them. Other things, the joy quickly wears off.

[@Julzableful]

Love this video! Not weird at all - can totally relate to these mixed emotions of regret and excitement with a haul.

[@hongjiae]

You said this video is a weird one, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I empathized with all the personal emotions and thoughts you shared along the way. What I love about your channel is that it's not just about makeup; it also is about you and what you learn about yourself and life through makeup. And I can just feel myself growing attached to you, like I would get attached to a main character in a well-written novel. It can't be easy being this open and vulnerable on the internet, but I hope you'll continue to share with us what you're thinking and feeling along your makeup journey. 🤗

[@jessi5401]

I spend a lot of money on makeup, but I’m so much happier with my collection now that I no longer purchase from brands like Colourpop. I don’t buy anything just because it’s cute. I focus on mid range to luxury and the really great drugstore formulas that rival them. I’m going to be real and say that every dollar I’ve ever spent on Colourpop has been a waste. The products I tried were awful and they all went rancid scarily fast. At the time I tried them everyone was raving over the brand so I just kept buying to try and understand the hype. Well over $100 later I’ve sworn the brand off and never looked back. Every single thing I purchased ended up being thrown away within a year.

[@arwabagerlmhc2589]

Love that approach - I am also starting to focus the same way regarding how I chose to spend my money - there have been very very few things from colourpop that I liked (and even then it was just ok versus I love this and feel like I got a fantastic deal ) and overall the vast majority of what I’ve purchased from them has been seriously awful

[@4bratkab565]

@@arwabagerlmhc2589 Any brand can make hit or missed product ! No matter high end ( not many can afford anyway and most NOT CRUELTY FREE BRANDS) I LOVE COLOURPOP AND FEW PRODUCTS MAYBE WAS NOT SO GREAT BUT THEY CRUELTY FREE AND VEGAN AND NOBODY HAVE TO BUY EVERYTHING! I WILL NEVER SPEND PENNY FOR HIGH OR AFFORDABLE BRANDS IF THEY DO CRUEL TESTING ON HELPLESS ANIMALS !

[@iiHaveASillySmile]

I haven't ordered from Colourpop since 2019, I believe. I stopped purchasing from them because of their fast-fashion-makeup model, seeing as I don't purchase fast-fashion either. I was recently considering purchasing from Colourpop again, but you and another youtuber both reminded me that I absolutely do not need to and that I'm not missing anything. Their products are really good-- but there's just far too many of them.

[@Icefierastar]

I picked up almost the EXACT same haul from colourpop’s last call sale 😅 it’s also been a while for me since I bought anything from them, so I bought most things I was eyeing…. I’ve really been loving the cancer, Gemini, and Taurus quads. They’re the first quads i’ve ever had, and I think I’m finding out I might be a quad girl lol

[@ellemarr7234]

My makeup artist friend taught me a trick that helps me - she looks at big palettes and they’re usually laid out in quads. It really helps me get looks together when I’m confused or uninspired

[@coastlines]

I used to place monthly (or more) orders on ColourPop, but I slowed it down dramatically this year. They release so much that it's easy to feel tempted or experience FOMO. What I did this year was create a wishlist, which I went through frequently and would add/remove as I did more research on the products (Amanda/Makeup Just For Fun makes GREAT review/swatch comparison videos). By the time they had their major Memorial Day sale, I was 100% certain about everything I wanted -- and I got it at a discount! I ended up being really happy with my purchase; every product felt intentional and more special as a result. There's definitely an appeal to making a huge haul because *that* feels like such a "treat yo self" moment. But actually buying stuff you know will add something to your collection/life is where it really feels like you've won. Glad you found some gems even if it was rough digging through the mud for them. ❤

[@brendaleyvaa.4970]

plush like me is i think my most favorite palette, the color story, the mirror, the formula, it is top. That acrylic transparent packaging tho, awwwful, breaks and stops looking pretty right away if you use them semi regularly. I ended up depotting the contents and placing them in different palettes, I guess the good thing is that they are magnetic.

[@Kickmcc]

"...and then I was also sad." lol I've definitely been there.

[@Impassion]

We got sucked into the same sale….. I got like 5 more quads I can add to the pile of eyeshadows I never wear. Hahaha. I got Of Quartz too; I had really been wanting that one.

[@alfuncoot4887]

I love you Lauren, you're such a vibe. chilling with you in the morning while I'm getting ready for work is my favourite way to start the day.

[@ChloeTheePayne]

this was a fab video idea and super relatable, very generous of you to be open about sharing that dissatisfied icky feeling we all sometimes get after spending money on something for the wrong reasons. i love that the beauty community is starting to become more conscious of on the one hand still loving makeup and wanting to participate, but on the other hand being open about the fact that loving makeup doesn't mean that we need to buy All The Things All The Time. there's always gonna be new things to buy, doesn't mean we need to get them! and of course we all need that reminder sometimes, so this kind of video really helps with that 💙

[@moodybookworm7856]

I've taken your advice to pick and choose to heart. I haven't worn it a ton, but the Colour Pop Lust for Dusk palette spoke to me. I've also bought The Child one, mostly for the theme and I bought ONE of the Animal Crossing palettes instead of all of them. I'm glad I did, the quality isn't the greatest on that one.

[@jessicaharrison4719]

Talking about the perfect storm of shopping - I have noticed that I start looking for something to want when I am overtired, over exhausted, and overwhelmed. Like this past week, where I not only had to learn a part in the operetta I have been in the chorus for in about half an hour, but had to go on in performance with only 2 rehearsals. The glamorous life of an understudy/swing meant I was so stressed I broke my replacement only no buy.

[@cabonzi]

This has been happening to me lately!! Just in the past 2 months I spent what u said u spent! And I do feel so overwhelmed!! And now I’m afraid I won’t go through it all before it goes bad!!!!! I don’t know what came over me!! I was almost thinking of using eyeshadows for art , crafting, in case I don’t use them all on my eyes! Never again will I go crazy like this!! This is the first time I’ve gone nuts!!! I was always on the search for a green eyeshadow pallette that was like the Revlon 12 hour stay eyeshadow palette - 4 piece quad called spring moss!! It was my all time favorite!! It had incredible pay off- and never wore off or creased! Gorgeous colors- buttery, inexpensive, and great mattes and shimmers!!!!! Revlon changed and cheapened their eyeshadows ever since all those went discontinued, and I should have just stuck with buying the 9 pan pallette the child and the green super shocks and gold But I went nuts!!!!!!! Ugghhhhh

[@mickjac8447]

You’re so right! I’ve been on the website so many times and then, at the last minute, left without purchasing. However, I did purchase this last sale, but mostly it was the lux lipsticks, which I know I love. I also set a limit for myself on what I am willing to spend.

[@monika9191]

I got the blush crush palette because a lot of KZbinrs were raving about it and I was underwhelmed once it arrived. I ended up deconstructing it and mixing it in with my singles so it could actually get some use.

[@janis2633]

Great idea. Thanks!!

[@leaj3799]

Me too. Everyone was raving about it but I learned I just didn’t like the soft looks it gave me, so learning experience about my personal taste. At least I learned from an inexpensive palette. I found out I liked Nude Mood much better despite it being so neutral. I tend to like deeper looks, think Orchid You Not. I did the same thing you did eventually - take the palette apart and mix it with other CP palettes to get actual use from it in looks I prefer.

[@erinstettner1]

Oh no! It's one of my top 3 from CP!! Glad you found a way to use it.

[@leaj3799]

@@erinstettner1 Every KZbinr I watched seemed to love BC too. I just learned I have a different aesthetic. I’m glad you enjoy the palette. My biggest takeaway from my experience was to really think about not just the quality a review talks about but whether that reviewer creates looks I could see wearing on my eyes. For example, I’ve learned to be very particular about blue eyeshadows as in general they don’t flatter me unless paired with browns or other neutrals. So I’ll watch a review of a palette but if there is too big a percentage of blue shadows, I know that I can appreciate the colors in the pan but I wouldn’t make the purchase because it’s more likely I wouldn’t enjoy the looks on my eyes.

[@courtneylutitia]

Appreciate your honesty and stating your thoughts & mindset while purchasing this haul. I find it incredibly brave, and think many of us can relate. Love your content & think you’re a hidden gem! 💎

[@bethrichardson5364]

I buy their single powder shadows and create my own pallets. The artist in me doesn't like being told what goes with what. ;-)

[@kaitlinbeste]

Omg I'm so excited I've been waiting for this!!!

[@caityjayde96]

I've ordered from Colourpop a few times, but it's only really worth paying shipping to Australia if I'm buying a few things. I haven't placed an order since the last Raw Beauty Kristi At Forest Sight restock, and I probably won't order again for a long time unless there's something I'm desperate to try, but even then I'll be trying so hard to talk myself out of it first.

[@R.L.Maverick]

They often have free international shipping with no minimum when they have a new release of there is something specific you wanted.

[@cathyl1345]

I feel you on the trifecta of of over shopping. My dad's been on the hospital since the 22, and I spent so much on the Sydney Grace sale. 😬

[@delilydebloom7458]

I really like to hear you analyze your shopping habits, because I relate to it too. Thanks!

[@Mergarsa]

I totally agree with you and appreciate you telling us your thoughts. With how many collections Colourpop launches it can be hard to stay excited for makeup. I'd love to see a swatch party of your super shocks, though haha. Lots of love!

[@allisonhowlett8342]

your makeup looks stunning today! so fresh & gorgeous 🥰🥰

[@genb_genbeauty]

Thanks for your candor, Lauren! I haven’t ordered from Colourpop since April and trying to hold strong! As I have tossed all of my Colourpop lip oils and lip gloss, I’m with you on the lip products. Although I do enjoy the glowing lips but understand they aren’t for everyone! 💖

[@starr.kiillerr]

I have absolutely enjoyed this analysis, thank you so much

[@streetfamily6909]

I totally agree with you! Anytime I make a big purchase I get it and let it set there cause I’m overwhelmed and don’t know what to try first but when I just get a couple things I’m super excited and try them immediately.

[@965musiclover]

Omg, when I saw the title I went "Lauren What did you do??" Honestly, every time I have bought from colourpop so far has been a miss except for the super shocks. I have three palettes in my collection that I wish I didn't have

[@abookishmess]

Out of curiosity what pallets did you get.

[@jessi5401]

I personally absolutely hated even the Supershocks I bought. None of them looked like the promos, they were like glitter in grease. One of them smelled bad and within 6 months they were all “off”.

[@BistrosHouse]

I actually love Colourpop’s lip products. I’ve only used their clear lip oil but I LOVE the glowing lips, the original lippie stix, and the liners

[@belindafischer2920]

Oh I absolutely ❤️ the Color Pop quads!

[@VictoriaEbert]

I ordered from the same sale and got my package yesterday. Yay, Australia! It's so easy to just throw things into cart when they're a couple of bucks! I spent about $100 and even that felt a bit overwhelming!

[@superposs2331]

Plus, with the shipping times to Australia it always feels like it makes sense to add everything to the order because you know it’s gonna take weeks to get here!

[@rishibeauty8889]

Yay!. super early. Cant wait to see this one- I have been backing off of Colourpop.

[@kayhuddleston1297]

Lauren I love these. I have most all of them. The 4 pans are great quality and great for travel.

[@exploringplacesyoutube]

Hi Lauren, I hope you are being kind to yourself with all of this. You've been going through a lot recently and I can totally relate purchasing makeup to make me feel better. I appreciate this video because it reminds me not to get too caught up in FOMO on makeup, esp. if it will only stress you out once you actually have the items. Are you able to return anything? Honestly might be worth it if you can. (Just keep what you actually like the formula on) Sending you love!💗

[@knitntherapist7520]

I bought and then held onto the Sailor Moon Collection for my niece. She’s 16. I just gave it to her a week ago and the squeals of delight will make me happy forever.

[@islandbirdw]

My personal approach to my CP buys; that is after I had experience using them, is once I stumble upon a palette or product that works nearly every time I buy duplicates and store them in cool dark cabinet. I still have one of my absolutely favorite 12 pan eyeshadow palettes that hadn’t been touched! Anyway there is a lot of waste that we end up throwing away.

[@UntangledTreasures]

I love those blushes!! Beautiful colors!!

[@TrinaMadeIt]

Drop of a hat is such a stunning blush, I love mine.

[@irinatanase7150]

I haven’t been buying colourpop for a while now. As an international consumer I make an order of minimum 60 dollars for free shipping and I buy on sale, but colourpop puts the full value of the products on the box and I pay 20% taxes of that sum. Also once I got half my order, they sent the other half again which was nice but I payed taxes on them again! So basically I am paying extra and waiting one month for mediocre products that can come broken. Meanwhile I have Clionadh glam shop Natasha Denona Pat McGrath etc Colourpop can be great for other people just not for me

[@hes01231]

I felt this.. and I appreciate how candid and genuine you always are.. you are good vibes and I am new-ish here but have been loving going through all your content. These are such good chats to have, and I think almost everyone who is in this make up world goes through something relatable to this at some point, it is like inevitable because at the time it is so exciting and difficult to see the downside. CP used to have me browsing and adding to cart all the time. Now thankfully my FOMO about ColourPop has gone away for the most part (Beauty Bay probably is more likely to get me at this point with their 20-pan palettes because I missed that Wilderness palette and I’m still sad about it lol ).. but I barely use the ones I have. Even the super shocks I just need better storage for them, they are tucked away so I don’t use them, I wish it was a formula that would survive being depotted so I could store it in a flat palette. I don’t tend to impulse buy per se but right before the pandemic stuff started, I lost an immediate relative who had been sick and developed a bit of an unfortunate shopping habit, sometimes it feels like it is worse than it ever was, but I also only got back into make up again after like a 12 year hiatus in like May/June of 2022.. so I get extra FOMO being new and having an art background (because *plot twist* almost all of it is beautiful and it is designed to be that way 😂) and then for days/weeks, sometimes even way longer than that I will go to the website and add things to my cart and then remove them, I make lists and obsess about it until I eventually buy it, like I KNOW I am going to buy it so idk why I do that so it is weird. My other thing is, I do unfortunately feel some guilt about spending money, but I also feel like.. I work a stressful, sometimes thankless job. These things genuinely bring me so much joy and that matters. I shouldn’t feel bad about spending my money, nor allowing those purchases to take up space in my life. Anyway, that was super long-winded and none of that really matters. I wholeheartedly agree about the lip products at CP.. I have tried over and over again to enjoy them but I don’t, even those lip oils they are okay/relatively comfortable but I hate the smell. I do genuinely enjoy the BFF mascara, I have the blue one (brown/amber eye color) so I can’t speak for the black/other color shades, but it stays put all day and applies like a dream. I don’t think I use anything from them regularly though. I feel drawn towards their base products sometimes and of course, the brush sets and stuff like that. I really wish they’d make more fun colored super shock highlighters, it is such a missed opportunity for them to not get some super bold stuff out there!

[@zenmaster9195]

I love Colourpop, there is literally something for everyone. I do have a strategy for them, however. You gotta have a strategy for them. Most of the neutral palettes I skip, unless its REALLY calling to me. Like that nagging, you can't stop thinking about it, and then wait for a sale and grab it. Also this rule applies to any of their stuff. Prioritize what you really like from them. Their eyeshadows are always pretty consistent, so you know the eyeshadows are always going to be same good quality. Then it comes down to colors and palettes that speak to you. Compare what you have from them already, mostly the neutrals, and go from there. If you already have most of the colors, skip it. We're looking for the most unique at this point. Btw, I'm using "you" as a general for everyone. Super shocks, love those, so those are always high on the list. Jelly much shadows, also love those. Then eyeliners, some face stuff (bronzers, blushes, highlighters) every once in a while. I have a lot that I like already in my collection, so I don't get a ton of that. Lips, very once in a while. Ranking your Colourpop products really helps. Now for their special collections, if its something that is right up my alley (Nightmare Before XMAS, Hocus Pocus, some of the Disney ones) sign me up! Those I will go after because I'm into those IPs. They kind of become a collector's thing at that point. Bottom line, have a strategy, don't buy it all, get the stuff that will speak to you. Hone in on specific things that are unique to you. Ok, that was a lot, but you can make Coloupop special to you if you have a plan.

[@burningmercury988]

Oh man. This was me buying colourpop during the pandemic. I did a hard quit after because I like my experience with high end makeup more. It's a mood

[@SimplyWithLove1]

thanks for your honest review on colourpop i was like questioning for years and unsure if i should get into it but i trust you so im staying away id rather just buy like something mid to high end or luxury honestly unless it’s a gem 💎 looking forward to you letting us know all the gems and what to skip in these less expensive lines

[@coffeecotton]

Great video! I enjoyed hearing your thoughts on the purchase.

[@jessicaharrison4719]

I made a single ColourPop order earlier this year, and I have already passed on the palette. In fact, I think the only thing I did keep is the cleanser. I don't need to buy anything from them because I don't like the eyeshadow formula. I'm glad that I got over that temptation!

[@jessicaharrison4719]

I lied, apparently, I also kept a couple of single shadows. I really wanted to like ColourPop, because I love the magnetic palettes and I can find some really unique shades in the singles, but I just didn't like the palette I bought.

[@mmkline1989]

I can’t tell you how many times I have filled a Colourpop cart and then waked away. I always end up realizing I have something similar that I’m barely using these days (pretty minimal at the moment.) at the end of the day, I’m usually glad I didn’t buy.

[@Ashleybfly]

You totally nailed the Colourpop experience!!!

[@ALT-vz3jn]

I hadn’t ordered from CP in ages… picked up 7 of the Zodiac quads during the clearance and recently picked up the three Xtra Celestial palettes. Cheaper than drugstore and better quality & creativity. I’m delighted with everything I purchased, especially with it all being half off and more. The Xtra Celestial palettes are right up my alley; I’m tired of bright colors and wanted something nice and ‘fluffy’ looking haha and I love that they included some new formulas in the palettes. And the duo chromes in the zodiac palettes are just stunning. Now that I have all of these to play with I probably won’t be buying again for the rest of the year, but it was well worth it.

[@jennicabouray4419]

I haven’t ordered Colourpop for like a year and I keep seeing stuff and adding it to my wishlist. I’m holding off hoping they restock the Star Wars palette and then I’ll probably make too large of purchase. 😅

[@watson483]

I’ve been waiting on a restock of that, the avatar the last airbender collection and the Winnie the Pooh one. I doubt they will all get restocked but a girl has hope.

[@LexiLadonna]

You never know… they restocked the At Forest Sight palette like a year after it sold out

[@moriganna67ify]

I love Colourpop. They have a looser pan so do kick up. I use that to add more colour. I bought their Classified Mystery box and it was tons of stuff. It is overwhelming. I found myself with 3 eyepalettes and 2 eyeshadow in cream form. I put the stuff in an acrylic organizer that is a good medium size square. I put everything new, including Boxycharm stuff. I simply grab an eye palette and just use it. I have so much Colourpop eyeshadow that are depotted in their own palettes. That saved a ton of space. From like 20, 9 pans in 3 magnetic palettes in large and my own smalls I play with.

[@alliemay6076]

I would probably put a rubber band around that highlighter palette to keep them from totally drying out!

[@Christine-zb6ml]

Bare Necessities is one of my favorite/most used palettes of all time! I use it all of the time for weddings/special events/everyday. It has a nice mix of cool/warm tones and although it’s a little bigger, it’s so convenient to just have to bring one palette with me. I have a ton of palettes but that one still gets used.

[@nallya9018]

I’m so glad to see that you got the mega palettes with the intention to rearrange and dupe out other palettes/quads. I always wished some beauty KZbinrs would do that. I bought some mega palettes to add to my “singles” collection since they can be depotted.

[@seevanhawkins4591]

I recently made an order that I got yesterday. I got the Clay It Cool palette, a set of Glowing Lips, the new SS bronzer, and Earthshine.

[@lorifrederick2367]

I have two of those 9-pan celestial eyeshadow collections, love those. Also love the Amythist and Fine Feathered 9-pans. Have a few of the supershock glittery single shadows, I use those as toppers. Fun and affordable. The quality is great too.

[@paulas2218]

Where were you when I made these mistakes?? Haha! Of all these, I recently bought Of Quartz because I wanted some cool toned neutrals, and I really like it. I used it with the Laura Mercier Caviar stick in Moonlight, which you recommended. They look real good together.

[@jkrapohl3190]

I LOVE the Blush Crush!! :)

[@halcyonmoon]

I feel like I've never been disappointed in CP but I also don't make big orders- half the time I pay shipping & I only order maybe 3 times a year my last order was a few zodiac quads and that's taupe (which is now my only neutral palette) and I was pleased with all of them but I can see how easy it is to buy too much or add things you don't want to get free shipping

[@irishtigerlily]

I've definitely cooled down my purchases from Colourpop. I don't use a lot of lip products to begin with but I really love the Tarte Maracuja juicy lip which I bought with the Busy Gal Brows from the 30% off sale. I've been reaching for my other palettes over my Colourpop lately and they put out so many redundant items. It's great for people who like staple neutrals. I love the super shock highlighters, and flexitarian will forever be my favorite.

[@Kimbyroseh]

I have the ColourPop quad, Gotta Agate. I love it! I loved it so much I had to get it for my mom and my sister, lol!

[@katestewart6274]

Of Quartz is so good!

[@arielts06]

Girl I think Colourpop got all of us with that sale! I ordered so many of those clear quads, a bunch of SSS, and that shell cheek palette. Also got the apricot lip mask…PSA If anyone is considering the apricot lip mask, don’t. The flavor and fragrance are nauseating. It’s like a sweet chemical scent in the most toxic way.

[@alice_rabbit8345]

I was sucked into the sale too! I was sad, plus it was my birthday- so yea 💸💸

[@peachesxsan]

your makeup looks amazing today!

[@professorplumish]

I've learned over the years that if I buy something without intentionality, it doesn't tend to work out. As you said, I find Colourpop makes it easy to just add things to your cart just because and it always ends up leaving me unhappy in some way. But I have definitely shopped when sad and it's good to give ourselves grace for that. It's impossible to do everything intentionally.

[@erinmckinley3728]

Your makeup looks beautiful. You look gorgeous 😍

[@kaitlinbeste]

I only love the lip glosses with the brush wands from Colourpop I hope they still make them haha

[@entwashian]

The Like a Virgo palette is definitely my favorite of the Zodiac quads (I think I have like 6 or 7 of them), and I also love Head Capricorn in Charge (which shocked me bc I usually don't go for neutrals) and I think they're "actually good," not "good for the price." CP is about to release a rainbow mega palette that is all mattes and though I plan to wait for a sale, I'm pretty sure I'll be buying that one.

[@shawnabbeautiful6771]

Holy shit! You went ham on colorpop. Been there - done that!

[@seevanhawkins4591]

I love I Heart This! I have Dreamlover and feel the same way. I’d love to see how you use it to get ideas.

[@Kimbyroseh]

That Pisces quad, reminds me of urban decay Wild West, or remember that urban decay palette from several years ago, beached? Was it called? Something like beached. Super warm orange mattes and the teal shimmer.

[@katyp564]

Commenting halfway through to say I went nuts on the quads, and they had zero appeal to me earlier. I got the Capricorn one during winter because the matte grey taupe entranced me, and I was obsessed. Got the rest of the earth signs and some other plastic sets, and kind of wish I got the Cancer, but know I don't need it. I'm pretty hateful towards astrology right now, so the irony is amazing. The plastic packaging is really flimsy, and with the astrology ones, the little zodiac sign molding can break and have dark eyeshadow contaminating your other shades, but they are surprisingly practical. I had been desperately waiting for Tinkerbelle to come back in stop, but now that I have it, I exclusively use Into the Limelight instead. Maybe it'll be more appealing in the spring.

[@katyp564]

I have a lot of fun with their blushes this summer when I can: SS Jellyfish (oldie) and No Vacancy, stick in Splash, and liquid Sour Cherry. I have fair skin, and it's still been easy. I wear a mask at work, so I go nuts with Into the Limelight or High Tide there instead.

[@katyp564]

I also spend literally days researching CP purchases on Temptalia and YT. The tough part is resisting products just because they review well.

[@edithcox7203]

I love Brute Flute!!

[@marghiel.3847]

Yes on COSMIC CHARGE. My fave! (Yes, not Ritz 😆)

[@kaylynnhuddleston5533]

Lauren you can tell, your going through a lot. I love the larger pallets from Colorpop and the new formula from Morphe IKR. LOL I have the Stone COLD FOX IS LOVE

[@SiXELApurple]

Ok I’m obsessed with your lamp! Where did you get it?

[@maggie_maeve]

My Colourpop cheek quad also doesn’t clasp, but the super shock highlight in it has not dried out and it’s been over a year.

[@Randilynn66]

I picked up a bunch of the same things you did, and when it arrived I totally regretted it. I think I’m going to give them as a little gift to women crew members on our upcoming cruise