MASSIVE EYESHADOW BUH BYE - Decluttering over 75 Palettes (2020 Minimalism / Essentialist Journey)

[@SlowGaze]

Howdy folks, I've had a few questions about products made in China. I'm trying to deepen my research to provide a more informed answer, but here's a post that represents my general concerns (by Aether Beauty): aetherbeautyco.com/blogs/goodvibesbeauty/why-well-never-produce-our-products-in-china I find it difficult to suss out moral, ethical, quality, and sustainability standards with products made in China. It's from a labor + Earth perspective, nothing against Chinese people or brands who can guarantee certain standards. Until the Chinese government can ensure better labor laws for its people, I feel comfortable calling it out. I'm not hyper-vigilant (my bad about the Huda large palette that's made in Italy! I'll be more careful next time) and there are so many new things I'm continually learning. Best of luck on your own research journey. Thanks for your kind understanding! xoxo Diana

[@nehemiahimmanuel4689]

instablaster...

[@laurenskubish400]

Most thorough declutter realistic I have ever seen

[@SlowGaze]

Aw, haha I'm glad this is realistic! Thanks so much for watching xoxo Diana

[@beautybybrendanese]

I love how thoughtful you are in this declutter and realizing what you truly want and need versus what you want to keep out of guilt or for your fantasy self.

[@SlowGaze]

Thanks so much for watching! I'm glad the fantasy self / guilt can be turned on their heads and help with positive change. Take care! xoxo Diana

[@mariana28018]

I think we are evolving to a mindset where we realize we dont need so much! I always look for declutter videos and lately i am seeing a trend, before it was a thing to collect make up non stop and now we are more conscious and aware. I celebrate that! And of course it is a journey, not something that will happen from one day to the other. Anyways, this was a great declutter!! Congratulations for this big step! Sorry if the english is not perfect i am a spanish speaker. Hugs from Uruguay ♥️

[@SlowGaze]

Aw, thanks for sharing this perspective (with perfect English, might I add!) it's always refreshing to hear others experiences with movements and waves of behavior. I know minimalism has gotten buzz-worthy and is certainly a lucrative trend here on KZbin, but no matter what the intentions are, the end result can be rewarding. Hope you are staying safe out there, thanks for watching! Cheers xoxo Diana

[@KellyBean510]

Your cast-off ND colors made a beautiful palette! Haha... i was like, woah- she should make that 😋

[@mymakeupnonsense]

I have about 12 palettes right now and started a no-buy. I’m pretty content with my collection but I still am looking for specific colors and formulas to pad out the color options. I love how thoughtful you were in decluttering! I would loved to see them all laid out once you were done and seen the number comparisons :)

[@breathless_siren]

I made the mistake of padding put and used the excuse I don't have this. Then I realized I don't even like the colors or would wear them more than once. Go for it though if you want to, your collection is smaller than mine and over half the palettes are definite regrets. I do love the ones I love though.

[@becm963]

I enjoyed this declutter process. I am trying to cut down my collection, too. I am purchasing only smaller palettes in the future. I do enjoy the variety, but not the volume.

[@SlowGaze]

I am also at the point where smaller palettes make the most sense for my lifestyle! Thanks so much for watching and best of luck on your own decluttering journey, cheers! xoxo Diana

[@violet_saint]

If it hasn't been said, the PUR raw beauty Kristi palette she said that one side has like a rose gold varnish and the other side the text is silver to help u tell the difference between the sides. To me it's a subtle difference but that's what she explained.

[@laurenstaines]

I loved watching your declutter! Made it all the way to the end! Every year when I declutter my own eyeshadow palettes I always group together based on colour not brand. Every time I see other youtubers keeping so many of the same colour story it literally kills me hahaha

[@dialishious93]

You gained a sub. I love seeing someone think in the same way i do. For me it was made clear when i was working at sephora and i just didnt get excited about all the releases. I wanted to tell people about the awesome. Eyeshadow i already couldnt not have. It got to a point where i disnt buy one new product for a year. And i realized just what i like.

[@SlowGaze]

Aw, thanks so much for subscribing - I love connecting with kindred spirits! Makeup releases are at a dizzying pace, no wonder declutter videos are so popular! xoxo Diana

[@almac.1511]

New subbie , love your commentary on brands that deliver eyeshadows palettes to only lighter people instead of delivering to people of all colors! As a Mexican american with medium to dark skintone gal, i can tell you that not every eyeshadow palette that comes out delivers a transition shade for me neither a dark enough color for the outer corner ! And i agree with you in the made on China palettes! 🥰🥰Keep it up 💪🏽

[@SlowGaze]

Aw, thanks for relating to my comment and for subscribing! I appreciate the encouragement. Take care and thanks again! xoxo Diana

[@callioscope]

So thoughtful and thorough! Gray, cool mauves and taupes, and blue undertoned purples are my downfalls. Fewer of those are sold but still I have too much. That Rock Chick is calling my name, but I have three small Bobbi Brown palettes just like it and love them all! I can’t be as cutthroat as you, but your analytical sensibility is great. Stay safe. 🙏

[@moonflower6998]

I own 4 of the mothership PM 5,6,7,8 3 of ABH - soft glam, norvina and sultry and 2 of ND - glam and bronze. That’s a total of 9 🙌🏼 The monthly boxes is a definitely NO for me, I like to watch declutters because are relaxing and makes me feel so good about my collection.

[@mermaidtango]

found your channel accidentally (I love palette declutter videos) - then when I heard you are a fellow 'A Small Wardrobe' fan, I clicked subscribe - I've been following Patricia for 2+ years and love her! Hello - hope your day is going well!

[@SlowGaze]

Oh amazing, and welcome! Patricia is such a warm and funny soul, I'm glad she's one of the OG minimalist creators on YT that I can find. Really appreciate you sharing how you found me - take care as well, and thank you SO much for watching! xoxo Diana

[@harajukuyuyu2790]

I also did a ruthless declutter of my skincare & makeup a while ago! My previously maximalist ways really conflicted with my more minimalist ideals of, like you, having a curated arsenal of products. I felt so overwhelmed by the idea of having so many options. I went through a period of blindly buying products but always feeling disappointed with how they looked. I then realised my real issue was with my skin - I wasn't happy with it & nothing looks as pretty as skin that you've embraced. I also realised the best way to achieve the ~effortless look~ for myself, is to literally be effortless i.e. not feel as though I have to do the whole she'bang of bronzer contour highlight blush etc... So i quite literally Marie Kondo'ed everything & started new. For makeup now I have - 2 products from manasi7: skin enhancer and manketti all over colour which gives the chicest non-colour to the face (beautiful brand btw, I think you may like its image & aesthetics) - mac shadow duo I've put together & a few lipsticks for different occassions (which btw mac is ??so good??still?? Has all the shades of brown shadows and browny lipsticks I crave) - essence mascara(!!!! Crazy cheap and the best mascara I've ever used for my asian lashes)

[@SlowGaze]

Wow, relating hard to your comment and impulse to start anew! Manasi 7 looks bomb, I'll have to dive deeper and thanks for the rec. Always curious about others' journey and current collection. I think it's nice to change and reevaluate, nothing should be set in stone. A lot of the minimalism movement comes from people who have ascribed to the general consumerist values but found it lacking. We *unfortunately* have to "have it all" before realizing it's an empty promise! And yasss, I'm always searching for a great mascara for my Asian lashes! So far Ilia is blowing me away :-) Thanks for watching xoxo Diana

[@lera4ever]

Hi. Great job. Huda’s big palettes are usually made in Europe, the small ones in China.

[@rosegarza4887]

I’m glad I found a channel and I appreciate your honesty and I can relate to you because I do not like pinks I’m more into blues and yellows and I don’t really use black and I also do a budget when it comes to eyeshadows pallets and I’m working on because I do love glasses and lipsticks.💕💕

[@domoloveswaffles96]

Your voice is so calming, can't wait for how this video will turn out!

[@CoriHeart]

Wow girl..... I love your way of decluttering! New subscriber ♡♡♡

[@e.robertson5525]

Really enjoying this series - I love a thoughtful declutter, and yours are a delight!

[@SlowGaze]

Aw well shucks and thanks so much! Hope you're safe and well xoxo Diana

[@e.robertson5525]

@@SlowGaze Thanks! And same to you :)

[@hannahn5364]

girl!! you're the first youtuber i've seen do a land acknowledgement! that's amazing!

[@haleym4072]

Loved listening to your thought process! I consistently buy the same few shades (pinks) I like the look of but I've rarely considered whether I like looking at those tones on my skin. Really thought provoking, especially the idea of paring down how many of those tones are necessary

[@SlowGaze]

After so many pinks, they start to look the same. I should do an exercise where I swatch all the shadows I have of a single shade! Phew, color is fascinating and so hard to pin down. Take care and thanks for sharing! xoxo Diana

[@anitria4851]

Love decluttering eyeshadow palettes! Makes me feel like I’ve really accomplished something. The Huda beauty palettes almost ALWAYS have that chemical smell. I thought it was just me because I’ve never heard anybody else say that.

[@Xtine_628]

Listening to you speak for 5 min and I instantly subscribed! ❤️ I love these type of videos

[@SlowGaze]

Aw wow, thanks for subscribing! Declutters are my not-so-guilty faves as well, especially palettes. Stay safe and take care! xxoo Diana

[@JuliKayeArtistry]

Just found your channel and immediately subbed! Love your voice and how thoughtful your explanations are.

[@palomgia2095]

Yay! Excited to watch this, been watching the whole series!

[@SlowGaze]

Aww yay! Thanks for watching as always xoxo Diana

[@alevsahin1428]

Such a good job of decluttering that many palettes! I don't know if I would be able to part ways with that much beautiful ones 😢

[@SlowGaze]

Thanks so much! I decluttered all my other categories of makeup first to exercise my "letting go" muscles. This teaches me that I should never have accumulated so many in the first place - I just love owning beautiful things! xoxo Diana

[@shannx3228]

OMG, I was literally watching your lip declutter and read your comment that your eyeshadow one is coming out in 2 weeks. And Bam! Here it is!

[@SlowGaze]

Thanks so much for watching! Cheers xoxo Diana

[@anne-marieautry2587]

Thank you for sharing - very inspiring declutter to watch. Loved the "mental note" comment, so good to always keep our patterns in mind!

[@SlowGaze]

Aw thanks so much for watching! xoxo Diana

[@pointegal96]

I find declutters in general very relaxing but this one especially so! Your voice is really soothing and I like your take on everything. It’s different than a typical beauty youtuber’s :)

[@SlowGaze]

Aw thanks so much for watching! xoxo Diana

[@carisaisweird5545]

Loved your video keep it up ❤️

[@kp4911]

Ooofa! That was painful. I feel slightly disgusted at my own large palette (and lipstick) collection, though I do try to pass on at least 1-8 palettes and/or other makeup items a month to other people. It's the luxury ones I struggle with because they were so much money, I gave away the Tilbury pillow talk pops palette today. It felt good, as I hated that it always looked orange on me. Now if I could only curb the flow of makeup coming in.

[@SlowGaze]

I peeked at my Sephora account to see the last time I purchased beauty - Aug 9, 2020. I was making multiple orders in the summer months, and I'm glad my pattern has been broken (for now!) Decluttering has helped me shift my energies from browsing to organizing and detaching myself from lusting after new releases. Best of luck with your own goals and thanks as always for watching! xoxo Diana

[@kp4911]

@@SlowGaze I need to be doing this. When I get bored I go online and start looking at things to buy.

[@ElizaFroot]

I found you yesterday after someone recommended you on Reddit. Love your videos. Declutters are my not so guilty pleasure.

[@SlowGaze]

Aw fab, glad you're enjoying them! Which subreddit did you find the reco on, if you don't mind me asking? I've been seeing a surprising amount of growth on my tiny channel of late, so this makes more sense! Thanks so much for watching, cheers xoxo Diana

[@ElizaFroot]

SlowGaze of course - it was on the Beauty Guru Chatter one, someone did a post about Karima McKimmie and a poster recommended your channel. Hopefully this link works :) www.reddit.com/r/BeautyGuruChatter/comments/ixgsbk/karima_posts_one_and_done_eyeshadow_a_woman_after/g66w84w/?context=3

[@Melissa68219]

@@SlowGaze Im also here because of the same thread! I feel a similar mindset to you where I don't mind spending money on makeup now that I have the disposable income; but where's the line of what I truly like vs shopping.

[@21Poon]

I'm with you on the "noise"... I do feel guilty and also need to declutter!

[@Dunja_-fz9ne]

Loved watching your declutter ❤️

[@SlowGaze]

Aw fab, thanks so much for watching! xoxo Diana

[@Muslimah33]

Man, this makes me consider decluttering most of my collection. I can think of my melt stacks off the top of my head because they’re about 5 years old and just don’t perform anymore.

[@SlowGaze]

Best of luck with your own decluttering journey, you got this! xoxo Diana

[@faeriesmak]

I have palettes that are 7 and 8 years old. I really need to check those to see if they are even any good anymore.

[@Diana-lx8xl]

🤭 my name is Diana too so when she said “Diana we learn from this video !” I’m like yes yes ! That’s my name ! she’s talking to me! 😂🤣🤣 hahaha gave me a shock

[@ALM401]

Loving this series! 😁 I always get excited about a good palette video.

[@SlowGaze]

I'm so glad, thanks for watching hon. And same, palettes are my kryptonite! xoxo Diana

[@brianamoss997]

Same. I've been watching more youtube and it's effected my spending habits 😅 and I also have never had a strict budget. I've bought a lot of makeup this year and last 😬😅

[@AliceRogers]

I basically haven’t put that RBK palette down since I got it. I find that light pink reads so neutral on me, and I love the mustard for warmer looks. I really reach for that dark blue and green the most on the rainbow side, just to buff out a black eyeliner and give a touch of color here and there. Congrats on a successful declutter, though!!! Another great one ❤️❤️❤️

[@SlowGaze]

It's just tooooo good! Thanks to youseseses

[@AliceRogers]

SlowGaze I am only mostly terrified

[@aimeeladri]

You did great!!!

[@daria9277]

You actually can tell which side is which in RBK RUR palette. The colourful side has holographic letters in the name and the neutral side doesn't. It's subtle, but it's there :)

[@SlowGaze]

You're absolutely right, thank you so much! I feel like you just unlocked something in my life haha like decoding a riddle. Really appreciate it and thanks for watching! xoxo Diana

[@daria9277]

@@SlowGaze Haha, you're so welcome :) I remember hearing about this in Kristi's reveal vid and thinking wow, that's what I call attention to detail!

[@fibicakes5478]

I’ve watched quite a few of your videos now, and now that I’ve watched this video it came to my attention I’ve never seen a video where you are wearing blue or green eyeshadow? As much as you love seeing them in palettes how often do you really wear those colours? Just a thought 💭

[@SlowGaze]

You spurred a few videos where I shop my stash and revisit colorful eyeshadow looks that I like - thank you for your insight! xoxo Diana

[@fibicakes5478]

@@SlowGaze i thought so when i saw the first one i was like YAAASS!!! the colorful eyeshadow videos were awesome by the way 😍

[@jordantravi4444]

Helpful tip for the rawbeautykristi palette!! 😁 you can tell the difference in the lettering in her name. On the colorful side, her name is holographic. 😊

[@SlowGaze]

Thanks for the tip! xoxo Diana

[@ElizaFroot]

I’m the same with palettes and lipsticks - I can often fall into the trap of buying them with my ‘fantasy self’ in mind. I then almost feel guilty when my actual self is more into natural tones or using one colour shade all over the lid instead of those people who manage to create looks with they whole rainbow spectrum. I sort of end up bullying myself because I say my actual self is boring when it’s really not and I need to get away from that toxic thought. I’m trying to think what my fantasy self is in a more positive light - for instance my fantasy self wishes to be better at cooking so I’m learning and then working to make it achievable that my fantasy self becomes my actual self, if that makes sense :) also, why are you not keen on buying make up from China?

[@SlowGaze]

Omg I adore this - not "decluttering" your fantasy self, but instead shedding a more achievable/actionable light on that idea. That sounds healthy and positive. Cooking lessons are great because they benefit ourselves but also others ;-) I also love what you said about reckoning with the thought of being "boring". Since starting KZbin, it's amazed me by how people can respond to such a mundane life such as mine! But we can all empathize and relate if our hearts are open, and basic or simple can also mean sophisticated and grounded, right? Best of luck on your self-love journey (not that you need it!) I have to think more on the Made in China topic, but thanks again for watching! xoxo Diana

[@ElizaFroot]

SlowGaze Exactly! I know so many people, especially on KZbin, beat themselves up because they have fallen into the trap of buying make up or clothes, etc, for their ideal version of themselves and I feel that such a toxic way to think about it. We need to be kinder to ourselves and realise that we can attempt to turn this around and shine lights on what is positive and achievable for our ‘natural selves’. I’m trying to be more positive with my thoughts because I can so easily fall into a deep, dark place where I blame myself for everything. I’m glad that struck a chord with you - I think classing things (in regards to make up) as boring is another toxic trait that has come into the beauty community. For example, sometimes you see it when people talk about new products and eye roll when a new palette is coming out that features brown shades. But if you like wearing what is called nude shades (trying to think of an all encompassing word for these types of palettes because nude if different for each skin tone?) that isn’t a terrible thing and you’re not boring. Every colour has so much richness and diversity to it if you look closely! Thank you so much for the well wishes, and if you do a video or talk a bit more about Made in China and your thoughts about it, it would be great to hear :) xx

[@emysupernova]

First time watching you and I'm subscribing right away! I love that you acknowledge the issues with Too Faced and their "nude" palette. Also, the way you rearranged the Natasha Denona palettes look so nice 💜

[@SlowGaze]

Aw thanks so much for watching! xoxo Diana

[@karenwong1715]

Hiii, cool you are moving towards minimalism :) would you consider project pans? It helps to use what you have and not buy more. :) no pressure just a helpful suggestion for you to consider at your own pace !

[@SlowGaze]

Thanks for the suggestion! xoxo Diana

[@MsEclectic]

Subbed! Love your voice💕

[@Nick-ei8lt]

My question to you I think is how does one support black owned brands (for beauty products) when quite literally none of the products are colors, formulas, textures, or shades that you would or could wear? From very pigment heavy eye shadows to extremely yellow undertones I’ve yet to find one brand that is wearable for me. My skin tone pairs really nicely with the original pillow talk quad, the original instant eye pallete (2017 one now discontinued) type colors. I find black owned eyeshadow colors are so dense similar to colourpop in that the are so pigmented you can tell they are cheaply made and the colors are so packed with pigment that there really is no way to lighten the colors even with a very light hand. Obviously would want to support but so far nothing is for me.

[@SlowGaze]

Hey Nick, great question! I don't have the *only* answer to this, but in my humble opinion, even asking the question of, "how can I support black-owned brands?" is a great start. We don't have to be "influencers" by trade to influence others in our lives. And even suggesting that a friend you know try a Black-owned beauty brand first, or suggesting that they check those creators out at all, is a step in the right direction. Brands aren't just the products; they rely heavily on social cache and recognition. You can support them by helping them become household names, building trust and a worthy reputation, or just helping them enter the conversation by sharing their posts on social, liking their stuff on social media, and all other ways that aren't wallet related. I hear ya on this one; but my favorite Black-owned beauty products have to be lipsticks (which are more universal than not) from Uoma and Pat McGrath, plus this claw hair-clip I got from Pattern. I'm sure there are many more out there for me yet undiscovered. Thanks for asking the question... I know you'll find some answers! xoxo Diana

[@flawedfabulous]

Ok a candle smell made in China needs to be a thing😂 I thought only I knew that scent reference

[@ArinSauls]

I don’t enjoy hudas 9 pan palettes … I feel like they are honestly garbage… But I bought her rose gold remastered palette and it’s probably like either my favorite or second favorite eyeshadow palette that I own... And I probably have close to 200 eyeshadow palettes… Even though I’m probably only actually tried like 60 to 70 of them… But out of the 60 or 70 that I’ve tried… It’s one of my absolute favorites. The colors just blend so perfectly and the shimmers are so smooth and buttery. I wouldn’t discount all of huda beauty products… Even though their 9 pan palettes are just crap to me.

[@SlowGaze]

I recently discovered that HUDA's 9-pans are made in China, but her Mercury Retrograde is made in Italy. The former has a chemical smell and I can totally understand why you don't see the value in her 9 pans! Thanks so much for sharing + watching xoxo Diana

[@sandral6001]

If you sell those palettes, i would LOVE buy one, they are not even touch

[@christineg6123]

Are you gonna post your palettes on depop?

[@SlowGaze]

I'm not, unfortunately! Only clothing and accessories for now :-)

[@GothlyRaven]

What do you do with the palettes you de clutter :)? Do you throw them away, give them to friends or possibly donate them? Just asking cause I wouldn’t mind buying some of the unused ones from you as to not contribute it to landfill waste

[@SlowGaze]

Thanks for asking! My last priority is to throw them away - I have already passed all the decluttered palettes (and my other makeup) to people I know. They also have networks of friends to pass makeup along to. Cheers! xoxo Diana

[@ShardaeMarie]

GREAT video

[@SlowGaze]

Thanks so much! xoxo Diana

[@saffrons12]

“some of these purples make me look dead.” 😂😵☠️

[@AngelissimaASMR]

You're so funny in this video! I loved your comments and thank goodness they don't make a candle of the eau so chemically "Made in China" smell!

[@yiranwang6950]

hmmm whats the problem of a palette being made in China? plz enlighten me

[@SlowGaze]

Hi there, I have a general response to this question at the top of this video's comments (a pinned comment from me). Check it out if you're still interested, thanks! xoxo Diana

[@mayakrizan4609]

Hudas big palettes are actually made in Italy!!!

[@SlowGaze]

Wow, you're absolutely right - my bad! Thanks for the correction, this makes me feel a lot better. I'll be more careful to read the back next time. Thanks for watching and sharing xoxo Diana

[@pixi78]

Proud of you for getting rid of so much. Why don’t you put aside 5 palettes to try with an aim to keep only 2? Then repeat it. Then you can really only have what you love

[@SlowGaze]

Thanks so much for the kind words of encouragement! I love the method you proposed and will have to try to whittle even more. Cheers! xoxo Diana

[@smileyshani2252]

New subbie here. Really enjoyed your video and appreciate your attention to social justice issues! ❤️

[@edwinamcmanus5633]

I find it very hard to rid my self of eyeshadow or blushes but not lipsticks or mascara because I really believe they will poison me if the go past their best before.

[@zazaxoxo]

Huda’s big palettes are actually made in italy. And we should definitely stop saying “made in China” with a negative connotation, that’s xenophobic imo. I get that you’re Chinese but perpetuating this idea is hurting many good Chinese brands. I’ve seen people trashing Kaleidos cosmetics (which imo has one of the best formulas out there) just because they’re made in China.

[@SlowGaze]

Hi Fati, thanks for watching and for sharing your opinion! I'm trying to deepen my research to provide a more informed answer, but here's a post that represents my general concerns (by Aether Beauty): aetherbeautyco.com/blogs/goodvibesbeauty/why-well-never-produce-our-products-in-china I find it difficult to suss out moral, ethical, quality, and sustainability standards with products made in China. It's from a labor + Earth perspective, nothing against Chinese people or brands who can guarantee top standards. I hear ya about the xenophobic perpetuation. Until the Chinese government can ensure better labor laws for its people, I feel comfortable calling it out. I'm not hyper-vigilant (my bad about the Huda large palette that's made in Italy!) and there are so many new things I'm continually learning. Best of luck on your own research journey. xoxo Diana

[@MrVeeeroniqa]

Lmao can u send me the norvina & pat mcgrath palette😄 i’ll pay for shipping

[@patinoalejandra60]

Can someone please fill me in on why makeup from China is bad ?

[@SlowGaze]

Hi Maria, I'm trying to research my way to a concise answer, but one of the better articles I've found was by Aether Beauty: aetherbeautyco.com/blogs/goodvibesbeauty/why-well-never-produce-our-products-in-china Hope that helps a little! Nothing inherently wrong, it's just difficult to guarantee top moral, ethical, and quality standards. I own many brands that manufacture in China - maybe not the cosmetics themselves - but who make their brushes, packaging, etc. there. I'm not hyper-vigilant. Brands also have to test on animals if they sell in mainland China. There are so many new things I'm learning, so best of luck on your own research journey. Thanks for watching! xoxo Diana

[@platinumtnw]

It’s bad quality, and they don’t pay their workers fair

[@mirandaharmata2905]

Simple solution- don’t buy what you don’t need in the first place in all aspects of life. So much of your hard earned money will be saved. Less consumption of materials also.

[@SavedSealedRedeemed]

Good declutter, could do with less cultural Marxist talking points personally but otherwise it was a great declutter.