Estee Lauder Holiday Blockbuster 2023 - Is It Really Worth $615?

[@hopehope8116]

Thank you for applying the make up. So helpful. Please keep doing these gift sets.

[@thelipstickgal]

I try and review this one every year. I'll probably review this one and the Lancome one yearly. Thanks for watching.

[@estelleandjason]

I use Estée Lauder skincare. It is fantastic! Their night repair products are amazing. I am 66 and people routinely think I am at least 10 yrs younger! Mt daughter in law has switched from Lancome and the difference in 4 weeks is astounding! I so love their holiday deals. The bag this year is so pretty. Super deal!

[@thelipstickgal]

I'm so glad the skincare works for you so well. I'm really enchanted with the velvet bag! I'm sure it's going to be a much used travel bag for years to come!

[@pattiollweiler2496]

I just got it! I love it, and everything in it!

[@pattiollweiler2496]

I always end up back with Estee Lauder. I love it.

[@thelipstickgal]

@@pattiollweiler2496 I'm so glad that it's exactly what you love! It's such a great deal if you're an Estee Lauder fan.

[@tiffanykennedybeauty]

We missed you! Hope you're feeling loads better this week ❤

[@thelipstickgal]

Thanks so much. I was feeling better enough to film, but life got in the way. 🤦‍♀️ I should be back on schedule for now. Thanks for watching. 🥰

[@carolynclemens8606]

I bought a half price Lancome concealer during 21 days of beauty and loved it so much I felll down a Lancome rabbit hole. All this to say that I got the Lancome version of this set, and I'm really happy with it so far. Their creme lipsticks are lovely.

[@thelipstickgal]

I'll be reviewing the Lancome set when it arrives. I was really excited about it too. I'm glad you're enjoying the Lancome products, I feel that Lancome makes excellent mascaras, foundations and concealers. I prefer the Lancome bi-facil over the gentle eye makeup remover from Estee Lauder. Thanks for watching today!

[@christinainthecity]

I bought the Lancome Holiday box last year, but I also wanted the Estee box. This year it seems that Estée Lauder resonates with me more, it looks so pretty and I have wanted to try their skin care products.

[@thelipstickgal]

I've always like both brands for skincare. I don't have sensitive skin, and almost anything works for me. When I get both holiday boxes (like this year) I use all the skincare, and I really like it. Not enough to pay the $85 for one item, but in a set like this, it's worth it. Thanks for watching.

[@omgbecky126]

Just received as a gift! Thanks for the review! Super helpful 😁

[@thelipstickgal]

I'm glad you find it helpful.

[@jenniferfriesen7691]

You have beautiful skin, and I could listen to your voice forever. Excellent unboxing and thank you for not shouting at us.💜

[@thelipstickgal]

Have I shouted before? I certainly hope not. 😳 Thanks so much for the kind words. I worked in radio for over 20 years, so I'm very aware of the power of a good and well trained voice. 😉 Thanks so much for making time to watch today.

[@karac.a.]

That bag is beautiful! ❤ I love their lipsticks!

[@thelipstickgal]

I enjoy the lipstick formula, but the bag is incredible! I didn't expect it to be this good, but it took my breath away when I saw it for the first time! Stunning!

[@karac.a.]

@@thelipstickgal thank you for doing these reviews!

[@thelipstickgal]

@@karac.a. I'm always happy to do them. Thanks for watching!

[@MelissaKelly-Nash-ki2on]

I got this lovely box from my sweet son on my birthday last month. I got the cool set. I find the eyeshadows to be easy to apply with no fallout. They last all day over primer or concealer on my lids- I apply with my finger tips. I’ve purchased their quad eyeshadow set, the regular one not in a gift with purchase, and I find these shadows to be as good if not better than the regular quad. Maybe you got a bad batch?? I’m glad they gave us larger portions of the shadows this year. Thanks

[@thelipstickgal]

Huh, that's interesting. Compared to many other brands I've tried, these didn't perform well in my opinion. It's just my opinion. 🤷‍♀️ I'm glad you found these too be extremely long wearing and easy to apply. It sounds like you're enjoying the gift set. That's wonderful. I've been loving the new cleanser and the rest of the skin care. My oldest is head over heels for the mascara and makeup remover. The lip products have been in regular rotation, and it's just the eyeshadows that haven't been my favorite. That's ok, I still think the set is worth it. Especially if you're an Estee Lauder skincare user.

[@airypersiflage]

Thanks for reviewing this!

[@thelipstickgal]

I hope it's helpful. I like it except I'm not a fan of the eye makeup in the set. 🤷‍♀️ That's ok, the rest is really beautiful!

[@bethstimmel8704]

Just got mine today. I agree about the eye shadow. I always use eye primer but the eyeshadow isn’t my favorite. I bought it for the skin care. It’s the only gift set I use. I do like the lip products.

[@thelipstickgal]

I agree, I love it for the skincare, but I'm not an Estee Lauder eye shadow or mascara fan. 🤷‍♀️ If you use the skincare regularly, it's such a steal!

[@valeratkanta9682]

I love to see you test everything for us in this vdo review. Love you use eyeshadow too❤❤❤❤

[@thelipstickgal]

I just wish the shadows performed better. It was a huge let down to me. I do like the lipsticks and glosses, and I've been using the serum every night since I purchased it. It's a good one although it's pricy.

[@puilau2287]

Thank you for sharing, I’ve been using night serum for years and totally recommend. I get a holiday blockbuster every year, love them although I don’t use all the products but worth playing around with. One thing I find is that I don’t have any ideas what to do with the bag each year, do you have any ideas ❤️

[@thelipstickgal]

I used last years bag and this years bag for travel. I normally have to put smaller bags inside because these bags are just so large. I will get a bag makeup for brushes, another one for medications, another bag for makeup, and then I can toss the skincare I need in all the corners. My hairbrush and the rest of my toiletries don't fit in a bag this size, but if you travel with less than I do, it might work. When I'm not traveling, I store the rest of my smaller makeup bags in this large velvet one.

[@judyjb2305]

Yes, I agree What I like best in Estee Lauder is their foundations

[@thelipstickgal]

I have 4 EL foundations, and love 3 of them. I feel like they make excellent base products. Thanks for watching.

[@javayna2353]

The Estée mascara is so Ana big and doesn’t harm the eyelash base of the eye. Easy to wash off. Best on the market

[@thelipstickgal]

Sounds like it's one of your favorites. It's not for me, but that's ok. My daughter is loving it.

[@russellgaruti9324]

Thank you for posting this video! I usually buy the kit every year because I’m a die hard Advanced Night Repair user. I’m also always disappointed by the shadows in the GWP box so I usually don’t even open or touch them and I give them away. I’m basically in it for the skin care.

[@thelipstickgal]

Being in it for the skincare set makes so much sense especially if you're regularly purchasing EL skincare. It's such a bargain at the $85 price for every skincare item. Thanks for watching today.

[@LizK6457]

After purchasing the Lancome holiday beauty box, and watching your video review of it, I found myself watching this Estée Lauder video. I think I made the right choice for myself going with the Lancome box. I do have one unrelated question. It seems everyone is using cleansing balms . Which one do you use?? Many thanks.

[@thelipstickgal]

I'm currently using the EL Skincare and the Lancome makeup. : ) I'll get around to using the Lancome Skincare too, but I have so much right now. I know the eyeshadow palette from the EL blockbuster isn't one I'll reach for again, and the glosses have gotten lost in my collection. The Lancome makeup is actually getting used, and most of the EL makeup isn't. As for balm cleanser, I use whichever one is least expensive. Here's my theory: it's on my face for less than 60 seconds, and it washes right down the drain. I then use a second cleanse to get all the residual makeup and cleanser off my face. That's why I get what's the least expensive. I usually purchase balms when they're on sale. Sometimes I can get a 2 pack of the Clinique Take the Day Off at 20% off. (it's already a reduced price in the 2 pack and then I get an additional 20% off) I've recently been getting the Banila Co. Clean It Zero in the large tub during the Ulta 21 days of beauty when they're 40% off. The larger size is a better price per ounce than the smaller size. I really love the formula of the Heimish All Clean Balm. One thing I've noticed is that the drugstore balm cleansers aren't always a good price when you're doing the math based on price per ounce. The initial price is less, but they're usually less product in the container. I've tried the really expensive ones from Elemis, and it's not a better cleanser even though it's $68. Check the price per ounce for whichever one you're interested in, and try and pick them up on sale when you can. That's my best advice. Thanks for asking, I'm always happy to answer any questions you have.

[@CountryLovinSista]

Great review- thank you!

[@thelipstickgal]

Thanks for watching, I hope it was helpful!

[@misspapillon8889]

I've been using some of these products since February of this year. I absolutely love the skin care line. The sirum is my favorite along with the micro essence lotion. The bag is gorgeous!

[@thelipstickgal]

I'm gaga over the bag. It so pretty. I do really like the serum, but it's not one of my constant repurchases. I usually only get it in the holiday set. Thanks so much for watching.

[@maryjocounts1537]

It’s funny the eye makeup remover isn’t your favorite because I have sensitive eyes and it’s my all time favorite. I’ve been loving the double wear foundation for years and just bought the advanced night repair. Loved your video

[@thelipstickgal]

My daughter has sensitive skin and eyes, and loves this makeup remover. I knew someone in my house would love it. I prefer the one from Lancome, but I have normal skin and my eyes can handle anything. Thanks so much for watching. Have a wonderful rest of the week.

[@javayna2353]

Yes! They eye makeup remover is very nice!

[@hannahcohen5215]

I got the holiday set a few years ago , totally agree the shadows were the worst. The skin care is nice but is highly scented and a big turn off.

[@thelipstickgal]

Yes, there is a scent to most luxury/high-end skincare. I don't know why? It makes sense that they would have done that in decades past, but not these days. 🤷‍♀️

[@singerstylistjennifer1654]

I love the Estée Lauder fragrance dna! Iconic and Wholesome. I so enjoy your EL holiday set reviews! So Helpful!

[@thelipstickgal]

The women on both sides of the family always wore estee Lauder fragrances. They're so nostalgic to me. Between my mom, myself, my grandma and my greatgrandma, I feel like we kept EL in the fragrance business! 🤣 They're were so many bottles of Youth Dew running around. Thanks so much for watching.

[@tamaramiller2299]

I’m like you. I’ve always loved getting the holiday gift box from Estée Lauder. I even remember what some of the big hard plastic boxes looked like in the 1980’s. I saved them and used them to store other items. I agree with you about the eye shadows, not a big fan. Do love the Double Wear Foundation. Keep going back to it. I do think the box isn’t as good as it once was, although it has more skin care. I think in the past it had more cosmetics. Some traditions just seem to live on.

[@thelipstickgal]

Yes, it's a great box. Not the same as years past, but still very good. I've been loving the lipsticks and the face serum. I've finished the one that came in the box.

[@sharonhainesNumber1Red]

You look pretty with the makeup. Beautiful job!

[@thelipstickgal]

Thanks so much! I had fun.

[@Carol-ch4yu]

How was the gel cleanser? I've wanted to pick it up - I have several of the EL cleansers.

[@thelipstickgal]

I recorded this today (Wednesday, October 11) I haven't washed my face yet. I'll report back at the end of the month. Thanks for asking.

[@blackdiamond7708]

❤🎉 Hey I really liked that nude gloss on you!! It kinda matched the eyes, but also goes nice with your skin tone. Go back and watch lol. 😄 Thanks for your videos. 😊😍⭐💐

[@thelipstickgal]

I've been reaching for the nude lip gloss all day. I just can't over apply. It's really pretty. Thanks for watching today.

[@blackdiamond7708]

@@thelipstickgal Hah that's funny! But as for the string issue with over applying -- maybe just go back to some other of your favorite formulas in other brands, but in that nude shade. Et, voila!! 😉🥰

[@thelipstickgal]

@@blackdiamond7708 yes, it's a lovely color. Not one I have many of because I love a brighter color.

[@BlingyBea]

I get these sets for the skincare, think I’ll get the pink version. So nice to see you always, praying your getting better.🥰

[@thelipstickgal]

Thanks so much. I have an appointment with a pain specialist at the end of the month, until then, I'm taking is slow. I really like this set every year. It's so much fun to try it all on, and I'm completely enamored with the bag this year!

[@veronicailiescu5119]

love your video, very useful. Thank you :)

[@thelipstickgal]

Thanks for making the time to watch today.

[@thecougarexperience]

Thanks for this video! I’ve been debating about getting it.

[@thelipstickgal]

If you already use Estee Lauder products, and know what initial purchase you'd make, it's worth it. Especially if you're a fan of the skincare.

[@thecougarexperience]

@@thelipstickgal I’ve love their night repair but what I love most is their lipstick! My go-to is called Irresistible. That’s what I would buy to get this gift box. Thanks again!

[@thelipstickgal]

@@thecougarexperience I like the lipsticks too.

[@mollgalloway]

hi i hope you are having a good weekend for me the estée lauder block use to be my favorite when Christmas came around like my favorite gift anyone could give me i almost got this year for Christmas but i changed my mind about one of the things is the eye shadows i am not impressed by um but the lipsticks and glosses i like 😊happy holidays

[@thelipstickgal]

Yes, I totally agree. As time has passed, and I've tried more eyeshadow formula, I just don't care for the EL ones. Especially the ones that come in this blockbuster. I feel like the lip products are always good, and the skincare is good. The only reason to get this set is if you already use the brand all the time. That way, you're spending on a product you like and finish for the initial purchase, and then get the gift set with the bonus purchase. Thanks for watching today.

[@QuinceyG]

Love the lip products of course 😂

[@thelipstickgal]

me too! I am oddly wearing the nude lip gloss all day today. (I filmed and edited earlier today, so I'm reaching for the nude gloss to reapply)

[@Jewels2heart]

Which serum do you prefer? Lancôme’s genefique or the Estée Lauder night repair? I bought last years Lancome holiday beauty box and loved it! Genefique was a great serum but wondering if the night repair would be better.

[@thelipstickgal]

If the price is the same, I prefer the Advanced Night Repair. Truthfully, the only time I end up with either of the serums is when I purchase these holiday kits. I used to use both of these serums regularly, but discovered that there are other serums out there that do just as good a job, but aren't as expensive. I stopped paying for legacy luxury brand skincare about a decade ago, and I haven't looked back. If you're a die hard Lancome or Estee Lauder fan, I think the skin care from both is good. It's just not something that I'd regularly pay the luxury price to have in my collection.

[@Jewels2heart]

Makes sense thank you! Would you be willing to share some of your favorite serums that are comparable? I’ve just gotten into skincare and would love to know of more budget friendly alternatives.

[@thelipstickgal]

@@Jewels2heart If you're looking for a more affordable alternative to the EL Night repair, I think that the Missha Time Revolution Night Repair is very good, and a fraction of the price. It's also 1.7 oz instead of only 1 oz. go.shopmy.us/p-1942873 - This link is for the Missha Serum., It's an affiliate link. You'll be able to find it other places if you're wanting to shop non affiliate links. shopmy.us/thelipstickgal is a link to my Shop My Shelf account. I have makeup and skincare including SPF favorites linked there. Most of what I have in my skincare shelf is so much less expensive than the $85 ARN from Estee Lauder.

[@cherylw.4920]

That bag is fun! I have 3 EL foundations and really like them all, they make a really good shade match for me. I am hoping you will review the serum foundation. This was a fun review! I picked up 2 Milani lip oils on your recommendation, the cocoa and the blackberry. They are great! 4 hours later they are still there! Better than my Haus labs for lots less $$$. Thank you! Love from Florida 🌞🌊

[@thelipstickgal]

I'm so glad you're liking the Milani lip oils. I'm obsessed with the formula. It's so good. I feel like it's such a great option if you like a gloss or lip oil. I'm really loving the red velvet bag. I feel like it's such a beautiful touch. I don't feel like the bag is worth the amount Estee Lauder puts on it, but it's beautiful and I'm glad to have it. Thanks for watching today.

[@Kbm198]

I purchased the Estée Lauder blockbuster in the warm shades as well. I really love the shades and that this is a good value as I use their skincare products. I enjoyed your video and your honest opinion on this. The red lipstick and the eyeshadows really look great on you.

[@thelipstickgal]

Thanks so much for making time to watch today. I love the red lipstick, and although I like the shades of shadow, they didn't last very well. 🤷‍♀️ I kind of expected that, but I agree, it's a great value if you use the skincare and lip products.

[@NOT_THE_BEETUS]

I love Estée Lauder products.

[@thelipstickgal]

I have such a soft spot for Estee Lauder products too. This was a great blockbuster. Thanks for watching.

[@lisasmith7]

I absolutely agree that Estee Lauder does foundation well. I don't live their eyeshadow. What a beautiful set. I am oily, but I can use their skin care at night. Always good. Have a wonderful week ❌️⭕️

[@thelipstickgal]

Thanks for watching. I'll be able to use all the skincare both day and night as the weather cools down. I'll just have to put a pin in purchasing any other skincare in the meanwhile. I have the Lancome Beauty Box coming too. That's a lot of skincare to go through over the next several months.

[@sheiladabell7417]

I have been getting the block buster gift with purchase since 2019. I'm with you when it comes to the eye shadows and the makeup remover. NOT a fan. But the night repair and moisturizer keeps me coming back. I am in my early 60's and people typically think I am in my 40's. For that, I will ALWAYS purchase the night repair serum. I don't feel bad about the other products I don't use in the kit. I generally gift them to my granddaughters. Great video by the way.

[@thelipstickgal]

Thanks so much for watching. Estee Lauder has some great skincare, and this set makes so much sense financially if you regularly purchase the skincare. I like the lipsticks and glosses, but the rest of the makeup was not for me. 🤷‍♀️ That's ok. Not everything in the set is going to be geared towards me. Thanks for watching today.

[@pattybarnes4944]

I totally agree..EL foundations are good and their lipsticks are pretty good.

[@thelipstickgal]

I am a huge fan of many of their foundations. The lipsticks were really nice too. Thanks for watching.

[@lyndawithay3135]

Also, fun fact about me. I was a nanny in New York in the late 80s. The woman I worked for was a VP for Revlon. She eventually became a bigwig at Estée Lauder.

[@thelipstickgal]

Ooh, what a great connection to the beauty industry. Did she let any cool info spill when you were talking to her?

[@lyndawithay3135]

@@thelipstickgal she was more disgusted that I couldn’t wear Revlon because of my severe allergies. I disappeared after my 12-hour days so we didn’t get too into it. But her look was intense. Straight blonde hair parted in the middle with dark eyeliner. It didn’t seem to go with beauty standards of the day. They were a cool couple and I enjoyed all my opportunities I had while I was there.

[@anadanaya]

For the first time I bought my first Sephora set: the Charlotte Tilbury Pillow talk lip and cheeks Set! CT is not my favorite brand and I am for the first time gonna try the pillow talk shade. I hope I like it. Do you have this lipstick shade? or the blush shade?

[@thelipstickgal]

Yes, I have the shade Pillow Talk, and I've had it since it was the only product with that name. (Before it became the most popular color and everything from CT was called Pillow Talk) Interestingly enough, it's not always the "perfect" shade for everyone. I hope you like it and it works for you. They did create deeper versions of Pillow Talk.

[@anadanaya]

@@thelipstickgal Not impressed with the "pillow talk" shade (washes me out), do not understand how it became so popular.....

[@thelipstickgal]

@@anadanaya I think the CT brand expanded to both Medium and Deep because this shade is really only flattering on fair to light skin tones, and on people who prefer a cool toned lipstick.

[@anadanaya]

@@thelipstickgal Thank you :) would I have known this... the set would have been a pass......Thank you dear lipstick girl

[@thelipstickgal]

@@anadanaya I'm sorry the set didn't work for you. I'm going it's not too expensive.

[@Diamondbeach]

Thank you for ur honestly. Same I’m big w big fan of their makeup. In the past I’ve gotten these free sets w purchase and I never reached for them. They make great foundation but that’s about it. Skin care I like Lancôme way more. I was tempted to buy this set mainly for the lipsticks but I don’t think I will now.

[@thelipstickgal]

If you're not going to use even half of it, it's not worth it. If you're interested in the lip products, you might find a holiday set with just lip products from EL. I know Macy's has a few. I got the Lancome box, and I like the makeup much better, but I've use skincare from both brands in the past. I know I'll use all of it.

[@lyndawithay3135]

Estée Lauder was my jam in my thirties. (I’m 56😢) I thought I was so chic. I am still looking for a perfect match for their lip liner called Fig. I still love looking at all the makeup counters and perfumes when I get into a store. 💕🐾💕🍁

[@thelipstickgal]

I still enjoy cruising the makeup counters at a department store. Ulta and Sephora are a completely different vibe, and I miss the old school counter makeup ladies. I loved talking to the Estee Lauder counter rep while I was purchasing this. I hope my new foundation arrives soon. It was new enough that the counter I was at didn't have it in stock yet.

[@laurengoglia]

I’m still looking for a match for the Fig lip liner too!😅 (I *just* turned 57🫣)

[@thelipstickgal]

@@laurengoglia I miss some of the older colors that the legacy brands have discontinued over the years. There are some that are in lipstick heaven that's I'd love to see again.

[@lyndawithay3135]

@@laurengoglia will be there in six months.

[@ClaraBarrerabeautyisageless55]

I don’t think the eyeshadow in these holiday sets are the same as their quads. I love the serum, I’m probably picking this one and the Lancome. The red lipstick looks amazing on you💕💕

[@thelipstickgal]

The Lancome one is in the mail. Should arrive sometime later this week/weekend. Expect to see a review of it to. I wish they have us their regular formulas in everything, not just their skincare. 😥

[@ClaraBarrerabeautyisageless55]

I totally agree, I rather have a quad that is really good than what they give us.

[@exomake_mehorololo]

I do like everything👀👀 love all the colours. Can you also get this set if you buy a parfum or it has to be make up?

[@thelipstickgal]

Any purchase from the brand. Fragrance works too.

[@exomake_mehorololo]

​@@thelipstickgalspoke to soon... The UK version only comes in cool tone with the most 80s pink fuchsia lipstick I've seen in a while and a neon red. We're getting completely different colours and they're not pretty. what the heck is Estee Lauder thinking. Most people don't like or wear cool tones here either. It's sure not a majority favourite...

[@thelipstickgal]

@@exomake_mehorololo I won't wear those cool 80s pinks. I know EL almost always puts a red in the blockbuster, but why the 80s pink?

[@exomake_mehorololo]

@@thelipstickgal at this point I think they don't like us😂 can't explain it otherwise! The UK is full of people of all skin tones and preferences and we don't have any specific need for cool tones over other countries. The US version is so nice it's pretty upsetting 😑would have loved that for Xmas

[@wandacrowell6766]

I use the ANR every single night. This is such a good deal!

[@thelipstickgal]

Yes it is. It's a great serum. Thanks for watching.

[@Future-zx9ts]

That red lip is gorgeous on you! 🙌

[@thelipstickgal]

I LOVE a red lip, especially a warm red lip. Thanks!

[@pattiollweiler2496]

Found that estee lauder brushes work great with these. Highly pigmented.

[@thelipstickgal]

I don't have any EL brushes, and I'm unlikely to get them. If they don't work well with the natural and synthetic brushes I already have, I'm not willing to do any special "hand-holding" to get an eyeshadow to work. Just my opinion. Thanks for watching.

[@thefledglingbabyboomer]

I just found you and Im on my way over to Estee Lauder. thank you

[@thelipstickgal]

Ohh, I hope you're a big fan of the skincare. That's what really shines in this set. The lip products are good, but I'm sorry to say the palette isn't. I'm in love with the bag. It's beautiful. Thanks for watching.

[@DinaraNurperpeissova]

Hello! On the video you show warm or cool eyeshadow palette?

[@thelipstickgal]

It's the warm palette and warm lipsticks and glosses.

[@louisesilverstein2152]

Well…..just got this - cool version- and am wondering what came over me to order this!? There are things I do need make up and skin care wise but these are not it. I hope Bloomingdale’s will take everything back as I am putting through the return hours after receiving it. Colors are meh. Thanks for your video. It helped reinforce my decision.

[@thelipstickgal]

I'm sorry it's not what you were hoping for. I think this set is best for people who love and regularly use EL skincare. I'm never much of an EL makeup fan other than foundations. I feel like the lip products are ok, but I'm never paying full price for them. I am very happy with the velvet bag. It's really pretty, but never a reason to buy this set.

[@Brilliantnash]

Will get it for the skincare with the added bonus of the mascara and the lippies. The eyeshadows are always a disappointment, I did like last years cheekproducts, but they left them out this year.

[@thelipstickgal]

Yes, it's worth it if you're an EL skincare fan. I really like the lipsticks and the shades are so good. I'm always rooting for EL, but the eyeshadows are abismal. 😬 Thanks for watching, want have a wonderful week.

[@kenehnsklp5530]

I used the Brown bottle since 2019 all the way to mid 2023. It kinda became stale. Then I switched to the Black bottle competitor and became a die hard fan. I must say EL has been running behind in the recent years' Battle of the Beauty boxes. Too many makeup fillers in cheap makeup and unflattering colours

[@thelipstickgal]

Do you use the Lancome Genifique? Just curious. 😉 I normally don't spend department store prices on skincare anymore. I used to, but then I discovered Korean skincare that's so much more affordable. I'm also a huge Good Molecules/inky list/ the ordinary/ beauty pie fan. It's easier to get effective skincare at non luxury prices now, than it was decades ago. I like the skincare, but I think it's certainly over priced except when you get it in a set like this. These types of sets make so much sense if you're already using the brand for skincare. Thanks for watching today.

[@kenehnsklp5530]

@thelipstickgal hi, yes I am on my 2nd bottle (100ml+) now and still have the 30ml bottle to use. Cosmetically elegance and feels great on the skin, feels hydrated. I cannot say I feel a big difference in the anti aging effect. To be fairI started my anti aging skin care since I was in my teens so no significant effect can be observed. Although I don't have any wrinkles and look younger than my age in my 30s now. Like you, I dont pay department store prices. I only buy when they have a very big sale. For example, I got the Brown bottles when they had a sale, coupled with cash back programme, I got them for 45% off retail price. Similarly woth Lancome, I got 40% off by stacking discounts and offers, as well as getting travel sized gifts. I am planning to move on to prescription retinol, after preparing my skin for over the counter retinol for a few months now. Moving to retinol and eventually tretinoin will drastically reduce my needs for skin care, although I'll still buy some. This Black Friday sale, Ive placed 3x Elemis orders for myself and as gifts, as they have a huge sale, and I stacked new subscribers (20%) with cash back (5%), on top of the sale prices, so for the biggest value order:I got 2 discounted gift sets (40% off, came to aud 334), along with 6 complementary gift sets (total value close to aud 1000 - using codes and their automatic offers), and 5% cash back on the entire order value of aud334 (3rd party). Not bad.

[@faithkeresztes7141]

Love these sets Llike the sryum best

[@thelipstickgal]

I've really been enjoying the serum over the past several weeks. I don't normally pay the $85 for it, but I like the results I've been getting as I've been using it. Thanks so much for watching, and have a wonderful week.

[@stay_ccrane4962]

Hey, thank you so much for the video! I bought a Blockbuster pack last year after watching your review. In Europe you don't need to purchase anything to be able to get it, i even received a gift (a cute pouch, mini-serum, lipstick, makeup remover foam and a face cream miniature) with the order, so it was a great deal! I agree that their eyeshadows are lacking in everything if you tried the quality of indie brands. I HATED the lip gloss. However, all other products I properly enjoy. I even learned how to make that mascara work for me! This year I am going to skip buying it to get myself an advent calendar from a polish Indie brand GlamShop. Plus, there's a bit too much skin care for my liking. In general I think these boxes are only good if you are going to use at least 75% of it.

[@thelipstickgal]

I wish it was available without having to make the initial purchase here in the US. I'm glad you're not having to buy more than you want to. I certainly didn't need another foundation. 🤣🤷‍♀️ I've thought about Advent calendars before, but I'm only interested if I know what I'm getting. I only do one surprise box a year, and it's not going to be an Advent calendar. It's the beautylish lucky bag. I never went to recommend these sets unless you're already a fan of the brand, and use the skincare. I would never recommend that you get it for the makeup alone. It's not enough of a value. Thanks for watching today, and I hope you enjoy the Advent calendar you're planning on getting.

[@stay_ccrane4962]

@thelipstickgal , thank you for answering. In Europe, the contents of advent calendars have to be listed, so no surprises here. 😀

[@thelipstickgal]

@@stay_ccrane4962 ooh, that's not the case here. Some Advent calendars are complete surprises and some are published by the brand. I want to know what I'm buying so I prefer a set like the holiday beauty boxes that aren't secrets.

[@ingevanhulst1528]

I enjoyed watching this. Even I know this set is not for me anyway. Because of the added fragrance in the skincare. But if you are a person with no sensitivity to fragrance than it is a good deal after all. And that bag looks gorgeous. I have 2 estee lauder lipsticks that I have to juse more. Even they contain added fragrance as well, I like the formula that I took the risk. ( they have not irritated my skin so far,...) If I can go for a uncented lipstick from a brand that is fragrance free I am more willing to pay extra. ( I own some lippies with added fragrance when i think about it; Mac,Bobby Brown,estee lauder, Hindash and Dries van noten,... but I love that LisaEldridge and Victoria Beckham are brands that are fragrance free.)

[@thelipstickgal]

Yes, I wish more brands would no add fragrance to skincare and makeup. I miss the days of when a lipstick smelled like a lipstick. I don't know when lipsticks started getting added fragrance, but I recall it only being something that I could find in drugstore lip glosses or lip balms when I was a kid in the early 80s. The rest of the makeup I recall from the 80s didn't have any added fragrance. It would be a good move to head back in that direction. Sadly I feel like skincare is something that has had added fragrance since I can remember. I'm not sure why. Maybe the brands are trying to make the skincare more appealing?

[@teresawise7331]

I love Estée Lauder complexion products! The 2 foundations I use exclusively are from the brand. But their skin care wrecks my skin. I think they use great ingredients but the fragrance is terrible for my skin. I’ve tried nearly everything and the only thing that doesn’t leave me itchy & rashy is the advanced night repair serum. There most not be much fragrance in that.

[@thelipstickgal]

I wish EL didn't use fragrance in their skincare. 😔 I do really love my EL foundations. I just picked up the new skin tint, and it's the only one I don't like. It sits on the surface of my skin and looks like a layer of pigment. The rest of the ones I have are amazing. (futurist hydra rescue, double wear, sheer double wear) I wish the new skin tint worked for me. Thanks for watching today.

[@wonstr]

Can you show inside of bag and also the zippered pocket

[@thelipstickgal]

Not in this video. Sorry, I didn't think of that. The inside is lined in red fabric (as is the pocket) and there aren't any additional compartments inside the bag. No mesh pockets it's elastic straps to hold stuff. It's just a large, well lined box/bag.

[@kathiebranton7528]

EL has an oil-free version of the Supreme Moisturizer if you think your Mom would like to try it.

[@thelipstickgal]

Good to know. Thanks. 👍

[@Lucy-mf5gk]

I thought they discontinued the oil free version...at least in Oz.

[@thelipstickgal]

@@Lucy-mf5gk the oil free version is still available here in the US. I'm sorry it's not available in AU.

[@sharonhainesNumber1Red]

You know, with my Este Lauder Holiday Set from last year, the eyeshadow barely shows. I like Prescriptives Eyeshadow better.

[@thelipstickgal]

I wish that the Estee Lauder company hadn't shut down Prescriptives. I miss them as a brand so much. I also wish the eyeshadows were better in this holiday set. It was a disappointment. That's ok, I'm using the rest of the set.

[@jojobeth]

I’m not an EL person but I might “need” this just for the bag!

[@thelipstickgal]

Don't get it for the bag. It's stunning, but not worth the $85 price point if you won't use any if the rest of it.

[@jojobeth]

@@thelipstickgal Thanks so much!! I was just hemming & hawing and this is just the “no” kick I needed. I’d use a few things but more just to “get through” them than anything else. I have Esteé nostalgia (I’m your age) but not worth it for that either! ❤️

[@thelipstickgal]

@@jojobeth $85 plus another Estee Lauder priced item is too much if you're not an EL fan. Save your money for something else you really want. I get this for review purposes, and have already given some of it away to my oldest. I'm eyeball deep in skincare at the moment. I might have to share this skincare with a friend or family member. 😬

[@annwolfe6076]

Thank you for your honest review; I was being sucked into this just for the extra serum which I love plus some bonus items, but you’re correct, it’s cheaper to just buy a serum.

[@thelipstickgal]

If you only want 1 serum, yes, it's less expensive to buy the serum alone. If you're trying to stock up for a while, and will use the rest of the products, it does make sense. If you're not a regular Estee Lauder user, this set isn't really worth it in my opinion.

[@baran5870]

Thank you for this great contentt so usefull! Can you please also review the Lancôme Beauty Box, I really want to find the perfect gift for my mum for this xmas :)) Thanks !!!

[@thelipstickgal]

I've got the Lancome box coming in the mail. It should arrive sometime soon.

[@PamelaH_HappyVibes]

I can’t stand the ‘old woman’s perfume’ smell in their skin care.

[@cyndielake4092]

The advanced night repair is not scented like parts of their other lines.

[@thelipstickgal]

I feel like the skincare has a light scent that easily dissipates. The Advanced Night Repair Serum doesn't have an added scent, but smells like ingredients. It doesn't really bother me, but I'm not someone with sensitive skin or rosacea. I know some people can't tolerate any sort of added scent in skincare. I'm not one of those people.

[@krislanc1239]

85???? It’s 160€ in Greece!!!

[@thelipstickgal]

Wow. Do you need to make a purchase from the brand as well, or can you just purchase the gift set? If you include the purchase I made in order to buy the set, it cost me $155. (Including tax.)

[@WhoanellyNone-bp4sk]

I can’t use their serums Becuz they give my horrible acne! They need to stop lying about being nonacnegenic!I don’t like how they redid their lipsticks and I hear the lipgloss applicators are horrible in this set! The Lancome set is way better!

[@thelipstickgal]

The glosses have a brush applicator. I know I'm probably in the minority with this opinion, but I prefer the brush applicator over a smaller doe foot. I actually like it. I haven't tried a full sized lipstick that's refillable, so I can't speak to the reformulation. I'm not always convinced that the makeup products in these holiday gifts are actually the same as the full priced ones they sell at the counter. They don't make a lip gloss anymore, and if the full sized eyeshadows perform like these, I'd be worried. I did try/review the Lancome set, and I much prefer the makeup in there over this one. I feel like the skincare comes down to skin type and preference. I can use both, but I'm much more excited about the makeup in the Lancome set.

[@WhoanellyNone-bp4sk]

@@thelipstickgal the eyeshadows with the Lancome are way better than this !It’s mostly all over my forehead that I get horrible acne! From the serums from EL but it’s enough to be a reason to be pointless for me to invest in that product anymore!