If you "CAN'T STAND THIS," Then You'll "LOVE THAT"

[@alfredmeneses5496]

Thanks, Nikki, for being honest about when you change your mind about a product recommendation after trying it for a while and sharing your experience. It’s so important to remind us that we as human beings are allowed to change our minds and have a new perspective on things.

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

@@alfredmeneses5496 yes!!! Thank you for saying this and for watching this video! It’s bound to happen and everytime it does I try to mention it!

[@letasimsclayborn4849]

Thanks for your honesty !❤😂🎉

[@melp8175]

Let’s hit 400 k by Feb 1!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@rebekahfulton1353]

So respectful x

[@sydeezy17]

the colourpop super shocks cannot be beat! they are sparkly & amazing. my favorite shade is Frog 💕

[@pattyann1963]

The older I’m getting the more I love and appreciate the look of sheer bronzers. When it’s time to repurchase I’m going to try the makeup by Mario.

[@deanna0316]

I am 43 and I love it. I convinced my Mom to buy it and she loves it too!

[@amandamccoy4257]

Same……. The sheer wash is easier on my getting old face!!😂

[@capriciousjenn]

Adore the Makeup by Mario bronzer. Hate the price but the formula makes up for my lack of technique.

[@leslienadel5952]

If you love Nikki then look for Nina Ubi she does some over 40 suggestions and also different skin types! Love her!

[@capriciousjenn]

@@leslienadel5952 Thanks for the suggestion. I’ll check out her channel

[@paola_mendes]

Love this! Nikki, I'd love to see a video with demos of your favorite "wet looking" eyeshadows

[@anne-mariegoose6026]

I still can’t get over how every video you remind me more and more of Cher ❤

[@joannas2533]

I commented that a few weeks ago too 😘

[@GeeClef64]

Thank you for this, Nikki! I always learn so much from you. One day, I would love to see how you would do the same makeup look for "on-camera" vs. "in-person." Always appreciate your insight!!

[@jmkirkman]

Would love to see your kit once it’s been de-potted. Would really appreciate the update. I’m sure it will save you a lot of room in the kit!

[@spinfiresage]

I second this!

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

@@jmkirkman oh it’s going to happen for sure!!

[@Patti-1962]

Great video!!! I love when affordable options are comparable to high end ones. I'm all about saving money!! Thank you for sharing your expertise!!

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

@@Patti-1962 and sometimes they are even better!!! Thank you for watching !

[@Patti-1962]

@@Makeupbynikkilarose YES!!!!!!

[@brattygrl81]

When liquid illuminator's became insanely popular, I tried many different products; both high-end and viral "dupes." Every single product that I tried ended up being a hard pass for one reason or another, but I'm still intrigued by the concept. The second I watched you apply the L'Oréal lumi glotion, I realized I've been looking at the perfect liquid illuminator for over a decade and don't even know it. Thank you so much for your recommendations. I love makeup and ever since I subscribed to your channel my regret purchases have dwindled down to practically nothing. ❤

[@marycampbell9734]

I never ran so fast as I did for the Melt loose powder. I’ve been holding onto what I had left of my Givenchy powder like a dragon hoarding gold and only have been wearing it for special occasions 😅 here’s to hoping that Melt keeps it around and doesn’t get rid of it! Ordered and can’t wait to get mine! You’re the best for this!

[@bookmonkey1712]

Making a Melt Cosmetics order as soon as I get paid next! 💸💰💸 Definitely gonna mention @MakeupbyNikkiLaRose in my order since she loves Bailey so much and I've been honestly COVETING their Dracula lip products since Nikki made that vid! 🌹❤❤ 🌹

[@mandystrong8196]

Where did you order it from? I can’t find the link. Thank you.

[@marycampbell9734]

@ I went to the Melt Cosmetics website!!! Give me a sec and I’ll grab you a link!

[@marycampbell9734]

@@mandystrong8196 I am so sorry! I thought I’d given you the answer, but I’d gotten it on the melt cosmetics website!! I just had to type in the name of the powder into google search and it showed up! It won’t allow me to share a link for some reason.

[@leslieminda8255]

@@mandystrong8196 I googled the product name and was able to find the link 👍🏼

[@DIDI-LYFE]

Lumi Glowtion is a holy grail at any price point. Your highlights/lowlights of products are always on point. TFS✨

[@brookemontes3816]

FINALLY! Someone being real and talking about how ritz and supershocks in general being as good as those “one of a kind” shadows! I searched and searched for someone to call this out!

[@rosemartin4398]

Colour pop is legendary for a reason ❤also so many indie brands have wonderful if not better formulas than most high end brands ❤

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

Agree!!!

[@kew5344]

The catrice pink powder is amazing as well!!!

[@mrp8190]

Hiii! Is it the Bright and Blur one?

[@korysjournal]

If you love super shock shadows from Colourpop, than you need to try Frog! Clear base but big sparkle, wet look finish for the eye. I love it solo or layered with other shadows!

[@GratefulMuslim456]

I bought frog like a month ago. Every time I wear at least one person asks what's on my eyes. I agree a must purchase....❤

[@Jackiermakeupartist]

Agreed! Frog and Ritz are my favorites for sparkle and shine, Bae for a one and done!

[@keely_cn8924]

I actually like frog slightly better than ritz. Totally underrated.

[@stephaniepugh4963]

I love Ritz by colorpop! It takes a simple look to a beautiful look in a swipe!

[@JenniferL-zu1xl]

Your videos have helped me I lost my Shitzu poodle of eight years right before Christmas watching your videos has giving me a little comfort THANK YOU NIKKI 💛💛💛💛

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

Oh my gosh, I’m so sorry for your loss ❤️🙏🏼 Sending you so much love, losing our fury best friends is so so important painful 😭😭💔

[@bookmonkey1712]

So so sorry to hear about your loss!

[@mslovelifetoday]

Great info…I went and picked up the Lumi Glotion but I keep wanting to call it Glumi Lotion 😂😂

[@victoriahurley9785]

I started using the L’Oréal one as a primer and it looks so good gives a nice natural glow under my makeup!! Thank you for the recommendation as usual chefs kiss ❤

[@clarissawebb549]

I do like the elf bronze, but the makeup by Mario I LovE! Took me a couple tries and watching how you put it in and now I’m obsessed with it!!

[@holleyosteen6521]

I love the makeup by Mario bronzer.. I bought at your recommendation and with me being a newbie in makeup its perfect for me. So easy to apply and looks so pretty and natural! ❤

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

@@holleyosteen6521 I’m so happy you are loving that product!

[@maarika_k]

I went to Sephora and swatched the Patrick Ta glitter shadows and hated them (they all had hard pan and we're virtually unusable)....but I've heard you rave about the Kulfi Sona Sona shadow many times, so I picked that up and I'm OBSESSED!!!!💛✨️💛✨️

[@carrielevin]

I got that Kulfi one too and after a few hours it had the worst fallout ever on me. Do you get loads of fall out?

[@maarika_k]

@carrielevin really?! I had no fallout at all! Did you use a stickier primer beforehand? I usually use the UD primer Potion and don't set it before putting on any sort of a cream shadow - that usually works really well for me 🥰

[@laney7929]

@@carrielevinI got a lot of fallout too! I thought I got a dud because it made my eyelids look extra textured and it started getting crusty looking on my Asian inner corners

[@carrielevin]

@@laney7929 Yep, that’s exactly what happened to me! It left a weird film that made me look way older and then fallout galore! I’m still confused, we couldn’t have both gotten a dud right?! 🤔

[@carrielevin]

@@maarika_k Since it was a gel I just used my regular primer that never fails but not a sticky one. Like the other person said, a gel shouldn’t have crusted up like that. It was like it was a weird shrinking glue base to it. So weird!

[@NancySchwartz-bb9xn]

Love your honesty! Amazon has the L’Oréal Lumi Glow for $13.99🤩🤩💕💕

[@Kathleen_Gig]

I had the ABH brows gel, couple weeks ago I buy a new one … and I return it at Sephora, for the reason you mention. They remove the stopper, The Sephora employee say, they have a lot of return of the product for this reason. You are not crazy 😅 I need to buy the l’Oreal Thank you for this suggestion 💛 I have 3 of these ELF eyeshadow they are very nice and beautiful. The transparency in the eyeshadow I find this look more elegant, chic, than an over metalic. In Canada is more difficult to have colorpop, But I really want to try these. Thank you for the honesty 💛

[@kathyhanks1493]

I absolutely love you videos! You are so honest in all your words and try to help us as viewers get the best from each product. It really helps knowing what to purchase in every category. Thank you

[@laura10777]

I just love you. Thank you for telling us about the Melt powder and not gatekeeping! So awesome of you! I’m very fair skinned and actually appreciate the Makeup By Mario liquid bronzer for its buildability and sheerness. I do also own the Elf, though, and it’s fantastic! Thanks, Nikki!

[@heidizellman581]

OMG, thank you for the reco of the Melt Cos powder! I was SO disappointed when I learned that Givenchy changed their formula and have been in search of a dupe. Thank you! ❤❤❤

[@sarvenadiaz1402]

Hi Nikki darling ❤, you are truly inspiring and I wish you more success in this 2025 and beyond. I am so grateful to your all efforts in each videos with your honesty.

[@nicollleee]

Omgg i needed this for the abh brow freeze because im trying to find something similar without the thick feeling and white cast. THANK YOU SM!!

[@devgregoriowilk]

I have had the exact same relationship with the brow freeze gel! At first I loved it, and now it’s a mess every time I use it - I am a thick coarse brow hair girly too so that makes sense!

[@sophieisyerin]

yep. supershock shadows are what he wanted his shadows to be. i even prefer space cowboy.

[@MykenGarciaBeauty]

Love this type of video! I love the Lisa Eldridge Elevated Glow ❤ they are my favorite for adding glow underneath or on top of complexion. Never looks like glitter but the most amazing glowing skin. So many people have said they don’t like the MBM liquid bronzer but I absolutely love it! I love how you can add dimension that you can’t clock! Blends so easily and never looks harsh.

[@isabelfowler4205]

I watch your videos every morning when I get ready and at night when I’m doing my skincare. My husband has noticed this and one day I was watching someone else and he goes “Who is that? That’s not Nikki!” Now he says that every time I’m watching anyone else. 😅

[@daneetaran8784]

Absolutely love and have used for a couple of years the LOreal Lumi its perfect in every standard

[@LovingAlmostEveryLine]

Great concept for a video. Thanks for sharing your opinions with us!

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

Thank you for watching!

[@Katsfolly]

Nikki, I’ve been using the new revlon setting spray, the one like hairspray, to set my Patrick Ta, and all toppers. I do it before mascara. It also helps my curl in my lashes to last after mascara.

[@dlj548]

These are great videos. It's good to know that if you don't like a brand but want the type of product that you can find an alternate.

[@DeloresChristianson-jz6zc]

The melt powder will that work for a mature fair skin

[@Trish.Norman]

Gotta love Mitch!! Adding the math at 13:58 was great!

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

Hahahaha that made me laugh out loud too!!

[@compactbeauty]

Great video! We are so lucky that you share your professional experience with products! Thank you!

[@AllyKit]

This is such a clever concept for video topic. Requires real thoughtfulness, thank you.

[@cs-yq5ed]

Hi Nikki, I loved the concept of this video. It would be nice if you made it a recurring series - maybe once every 2 or 3 months? Thanks! 🩷

[@lesliejacobson8263]

I just ordered the Melt powder. Hope it works well for me at age 65.😊

[@eydiewimberly3029]

We are same age

[@marshaanderson4756]

I completely agree about Colourpop Ritz! I also like it so much better than Space Cowboy, which everyone loses their mind over. The sparkle is stunning.

[@miriamprellwitz5936]

I absolutely LOVE the Makeup by Mario liquid bronzer. It's PERFECT for very light skin 😍 it's a must for me!!!

[@SamIam2025]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video, Nikki. Thank you!!!

[@GratefulMuslim456]

Lol ... Nikki talking to me in the background while I'm putting on my makeup.... Just finish applying ColourPop flower child and Nikki lays out the comparable to Patrick ta. ... ❤😂 Winning on a Saturday

[@deborah1012]

Thank you, Nikki! I love the L’Oréal Glotion and Maybelline Super Lock as well. I’m excited to try the Makeup by Mario bronzing serum next. I appreciate all of your recommendations and always learn something new from your videos. Have a fantastic day! 🫶🏻

[@pandoragrayson7802]

I am so happy to hear you mention the melt powder. I bought the kit because I absolutely adore Universal monsters and honestly the powder was o e of my least woooo products (without trying it) because j have other products (including the amazing old school formula grrrr that I now treat like ambrosia of the gods) but I tried it land thought I must be losing it when I thought it was so close. Thank you for making me feel less crazy!! It went from being my great another powder product to one of my favorites in the whole set. Now I know why

[@katherinegast5230]

Thank you for this type of video. I enjoy the options! My respect jumped up 5 notches. It is not easy to openly share mistakes. Thank you. As always, your grace and knowledge are positively impactful and amaze me.

[@TinaBugg]

Thank you for the Melt powder recommendation! Love you! 🩵

[@fabrizioleggieri04]

i thought it was just me, but yes the ABH brow freeze gel formula’s different from before. I’m a guy and i have thicker eyebrows and it was the best, but now i hopped on the Benefit 24h brow setter and i love it

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

@@fabrizioleggieri04 oh the benefit is the OG and I just put that one back in my pro kit! It’s the best for thicker brow hair 100 percent!

[@robynmelluish721]

I love the limo glotion . Been wearing on its own with concelor . Sometimes I use and add some Dior face and body in areas i don’t want as shiny x

[@lorrainecunningham2244]

I love the Colour Pop super shock shadows!! My favorite is Ladybird which is more light pinky but now that I saw the one you used- I will definitely try that one! Thanks Nikki- always love your videos!!! ❤

[@WIPsandKits]

Love this video and YOU!!! I have Ritz and I love it. Now, need to buy that pink powder but $10 shipping…yikes! XOXO Heidi

[@jackie3226]

I tried the melt cosmetic powder and this is a beautiful powder! I am so happy I tried what you recommended. I think it might be better than the Huda beauty powder. It is so lightweight, blurring and smoothing. I hope they never discontinue that powder.

[@capriciousjenn]

The LYS powder seems like a pretty blatant substitute for the Givenchy, at least from a packaging point of view. Also for cool olives, how do you feel about purple versus pink powder?

[@ivah.d.5503]

Thanks you for THIS or THAT video, Nikki, I would like to see more of these 😉 ABH - I agree & I love Maybelline Brow Glue, too ❤️ Thank you for your honest opinions 😊

[@ivah.d.5503]

Thank you... (without s) 😉🖐️

[@LexiGoLightly]

LOVED this video concept, very well done, thank you 🤩

[@jillanemckinney3358]

Excellent video! Very informative for sure. That ELF camo bronzer is SO good (as is the camo blush). I also have the Makeup by Mario soft sculpt serum and I love it as well. Totally agree with you on the Maybelline brow gel and L’Oréal glomotion - both are so good. I’m definitely trying the ColourPop super shock shadow in Ritz. Thank you, Nikki. 💕🌸💕🌸

[@karlieneporter4939]

I love these videos . Glaminatrix cosmetics do a sparkly diamond like eyeshadow , glass slipper, and, of course, a Fenty diamond bomb .

[@beckita-c6h]

Thank you. I just purchased the loose powder. I did gasp 😱 at the $10 shipping though.

[@marciahyche9190]

Me too! And no discount code either!

[@Beautybybeth]

Is the Melt powder good for mature skin?

[@rayray384]

Scurried over to Melt website and snagged that powder immediately!

[@youngjuanderson1049]

I love your vids Nikki. So informative and HONEST. I've bought so many products over the years THANKS to you!

[@SandyD_L]

Great comparisons and affordable options, thank you Nikki! Tbh I’ve used a lot of the elf items and I love them. 😍

[@BrownGirlBella]

Wow thank you for this video I now have my eye on several of your recommendations. I especially want that Melt powder. Hoping it comes in other shades.

[@ryanisham1995]

I look forward to your videos every Tuesday, Saturday and SUNDAY! Nikki, thank you so much. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your light, your talent, your skills, your art, and your professional expertise with us. You really are our Earth Angel. Sent from the heavens above to grace us, I thank the universe for souls like yours. You mean so much to me and so many people because of your authenticity. I cannot put it into words but we all know what I mean. You've never steered me wrong with your recommendations. I have 4 SuperShock shadows now! They are incredible! I gave my Lumi Glowtion to my mom last summer but seeing your last couple of vids.. I needs to go pick it back up!! I love you to infinity beyond ,our ethereal makeup queen!! Cant wait for tomorrow's live. xoxo, Ry

[@alemontes15]

Fantastic video! Every time I see a new product I need a comparison to what’s currently available so this was great

[@trinitycreek01]

Great Review. I love the this or that vs dupe comparison language!!

[@dayanacirilo3860]

I tried the maybelline brow gel this week and it blow my mind. Better than nyx one

[@janicehaynes5226]

I really am happy that you give us honest advice and care about the makeup community. I understand that there are many people that are interested in learning about drug store makeup, but many of us are also looking for your advice and honesty about more luxury makeup. Can you balance out your reviews so we can get your thoughts on higher end makeup. Would love to get your advice before spending money on these higher end products. We trust your impressions and advice! Thank you!

[@scottietyme1776]

Nikki, thank you for the updated info. I tried the Elf glitter shadow and it has HUGE fallout. I used my fingers and then a brush (BK, of course) I found if I sprayed the brush, or sprayed my pallet and dipped my brush or my finger in the TitTir make-up stay spray it was MUCH better and less fall out. Good tip about spraying One Size right after application as well. Ps, my 19 month old Airedale loves to watch your videos. She is OBSESSED with make-up and I have to powder her muzzle when she sees me apply any makeup! I may post to Instagram and tag you for proof! LOL.

[@jmkirkman]

Thank you for the kit revamp video. I love and appreciate all of your hard work!! ❤

[@c.cooper9549]

Nikki...thanks for sharing your honest thoughts on these products and giving us alternatives. I snatched the Melt powder immediately since I know it will sell out after this video❤❤❤

[@iso5119]

Can you please share where you found the Melt Loose Powder? I can only find it on the Melt Cosmetics website but it’s $10 for shipping and I can’t justify the cost. I did a search on Sephora and it doesn’t come up.

[@hennigadient4265]

is it the "translucent" one? i only find that on the page

[@kylejessica6208]

Yes! I got that brow freeze on your recommendation but it was so gloopy and flaky. I have super coarse thick brow hairs so I think that’s why. Thanks for being honest. Love you no matter what.

[@jennifermolina4396]

I love the Lumiglotion. I have combo to oily skin (I do get dry in the winter months), so I have to be careful about glowy products. But I have been getting more into luminous products because I feel that complete matte products ages me.

[@jennifermolina4396]

The Physicians Formula liquid bronzer looks just like the Mario bronzer.

[@gloriacalloway6908]

Great video love the this or that! Great alternatives

[@emilyfussell6173]

I tried the Anastasia Brow Freeze Gel and had the same problems, I switched to the Anastasia Clear Brow Gel & love it.

[@navybrat8371]

I had the exact same experience.

[@Tricia-1205]

Same. I switched to the Rare Beauty Brow Harmony.

[@katied1469]

I finally bought Ritz and it is stunning !!

[@BasiaJankowski-i5i]

Hi! Love your channel! I have loved Colourpop super shock shadows forever lol. But never tried RITZ till your recommendation. And it’s magical. The sparkle is amazing. Thanks for all the great recommendations!

[@Kimmie546]

I love colorpop ritz and ALL of the fine as fleck colors!!!! (ps...the lumi glotion is epic!)

[@Shmarg1]

I am one of those that expressed a not so good opinion about the Dibs illuminator, and I am very happy and thankful that you do actually read the comments and take them into consideration. Feels great that your “dislike” is addressed and substitutes offered. Thank you Nikki! Appreciate you! ♥️

[@MsTeach3]

Nikki, I started using the L’Oreal Lumi Glotion this week and love it! Game changer for me!

[@monicadowning5098]

Love these kinds of videos! More Please!

[@JoanM-n7m]

I love the Lumi Glotion!

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

@@JoanM-n7m it’s legit magic!

[@CamrynCarter-wx2es]

hey Nikki!! Happy Late Birthday!!! I hope you had the best birthday ever!! I have only been watching your channel for a few months now but I can see how much your channel has grown and I’m so proud of you!! I always look forward to watching your amazing videos! you are one of my KZbinrs and you brighten my day & you are such a Ray of sunshine!! I’m so thankful for you!❤️🫶🏻 I hope you have the best 2025!! Happy New Year!!! hope you’re staying safe in LA!! still praying for you and everyone that has been effected by the fire! you’re so amazing!! I loved watching your live stream last Sunday! I’m so glad you’re safe and doing well!! I always get so excited every time you post a new video!!

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

@@CamrynCarter-wx2es oh my gosh, thank you SO SO MUCH Camryn!! This message means the world to me and I’m so happy you found my channel! My birthday was great but as you know, soon after it all has been really difficult around me. Thankful that my family and I are safe and thankful to have subscribers like you ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🥹

[@dannydaniels6584]

This was a fantastic video! Thank you so much!

[@michelleframpton2561]

Hi Nikki, My order of your make up brushes arrived on Saturday so I tried them for first time this morning when I was getting ready for work They’re amazing 🤩 Thank you for creating them! The bristles are so soft! I used N17 with MUF HD Skin and it blended in perfectly as did the N15 with L’Oréal bronzer I also got the Maybelline build a brow-that’s great too 🎉

[@juliehoude6645]

I purchased the Maybelline brow gel based on your recommandation and I LOVE it!!!

[@annmcvey-nt6fw]

Thank you Nikki!! Extremely helpful info!!

[@stephannysanchez6528]

I agree with the ABH. I was also disappointed in the amount, goopiness and brush. I’ve used my elf eyebrow brush in the ABH container for more control and a better brush. Thanks for the rec’s!

[@jmkirkman]

Hi Nikki! thank you for all of your great content. I (and others i would think) next month maybe.. or after these last launches, would LOVE to see another holy grails video! thank you beautiful!

[@LRWdesign]

The color pop super shocks are awesome. I love them as toppers. I have several in different shades and have used them for several years. I have been using the Elf cream bronzer and blush in the pots. I like to put those on with my fingertips and tap them on and then use my Hourgalss powders or my Laura Geller baked powders on top. Lasts all day. This was an excellent video and I thank you for erring us all know about the Melt powder. 🥰❤😘

[@taramatilton706]

I went and ordered 2 Melt powders and the beautiful Bailey eye topper! ❤❤

[@Happychica]

Great video Nikki! It helps seeing the side by side comparisons, thank you!

[@sarahelmiraroystershelton1888]

I used to love Armani Luminous silk concealer and they changed the formula adding glitter! Glitter in the f”***ng concealer! Any tips on others I should try?

[@realpilates.reallife.victo4074]

I really appreciate you and your work so much thank you 💝

[@brigitteryan2863]

Your nails look great

[@Makeupbynikkilarose]

@@brigitteryan2863 thank you!!

[@TrinaP-Fen]

The beauty of the color pop is insane!