these luxury beauty products are a WASTE OF CASH. Industry expert chimes in....

[@cooper-hue]

this should be a series... love it

[@mvwkout5714]

Definitely!!

[@born_confused]

It's so helpful

[@TracyRichardson-ss3ei]

I really love your taste and style always so chic. My faves would be the *suluxs* leather backpack and the Swarovski pave diamond ring so gorg. Thank you for your recommendations.

[@TroxelEngl]

OMG! You need to absolutely keep it! Whether it's true or not, this is special to you. People create packages, packages do not create people. Rock it girl, salute *suluxs* !

[@stefanieschroter3188]

As a self employed dentist I find your point of view so fascinating. I try to deliver good quality to a fair price and that’s what I expect from brands I purchase from too. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@missmichelle224]

your eye look in this vid is STUNNING! TUTORIAL PLEASE!!!!!!

[@mintkandi22]

I knew you were going say the Pat McGrath palettes aren't worth it. I have never paid full price. I don't just use it for my eyes. I truly use it as a palette for face. I get blush, highlight, AND an eyeshadow look out of one palette. That's how I get my money's worth. The goal is to hit pan. ALWAYS HIT PAN!

[@nikkipablo3680]

Yeah I agree I brought the stick brush and it’s not pigmented enough although it’s really smooth going on I think I purchased it on sale

[@atadlish]

love your ideas, had 1 given as a bday present when it was on sale and I've almost never touched it... will pull it out and try to multi-task with it In 2024, may we all hit pan!😉

[@kellydunworth3689]

so curious which palette worked for you for full face... great idea!

[@Patti-1962]

Marlena, I no longer buy high end makeup or skincare. When I had to stop working due to health issues, I gave myself a year to find more affordable products. KZbin was such a resource for me,and I watched many videos on "the best" affordable products. I'm happy to say that my makeup and skincare collection is all affordable now. Mixing foundations to get the perfect formula and shade has been a huge game changer for me as well. Thank you SO much for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us!!! I have mature skin, and I need a lot of moisture. I've been using the Eucerin Advanced Repair Cream. Is it FULL of amazing ingredients and is great for sensitive skin (I used incidecoder to check the ingredients.) I use a lighter moisturizer during the day, but this product has transformed my skin, especially now that I use Tretinoin!!

[@Patti-1962]

@dizzieblonde Great! I hope it works for you!! I get mine from Amazon for under $10!!

[@Eshabee]

In my opinion Vaseline can be use for multiple things and it’s so cheap but also works

[@MarlenaStell]

It does work! It’s amazing for dry skin during winter. I also mix a little peppermint in it and put in chest when I have colds

[@NancyH25]

I do this but I add eucalyptus oil. I grew up wearing Vicks to sleep because I had pneumonia multiple times a year as child, so this is so nostalgic for me.

[@cassandraaeh]

I depotted my PMG motherships (I know, travesty), and can confirm that there are many weights inside the component. The gold-tone panel on the back has also gotten thinner over time, but was never all that substantial.

[@lou4021]

You go gurrrrl🤛🏾. Tell us what we need to hear not get sucked into flashy overpriced false advertising. You are gold in this Industry. Thank you for your honestly . Value and appreciate this . All artists try to push the town agenda. This is real 🙏🏾🙏🏾🤣👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾👊🏾bring them down baby- they ripping us off for decades .

[@truecrimenut6696]

AMEN! 👍

[@smileyface-hx3gh]

Hey Marlena thanks for keeping it real! I never understood the hype around the La Mer! I remember reading the ingredient list years ago and thought to myself what a waste of money!

[@kellydunworth3689]

LOVED THIS VIDEO! Thank you for speaking truth about the inside details of cost, value, marketing , etc... it obviously applies in all industries... but the beauty industry is so out of control. I am grateful to you for helping to educate and empower us as consumers!!!

[@AngK450]

Patrick Ta's blush is aaaaahhhhmazing!! The pigment is so great, a little goes a long way which means it's going to last. Honestly, my favorite blush. I really want to the bronzer next.

[@jess_gd]

@Marlena you are so fresh in all the social media content! You are one to appreciate. You’re one of my faves 😍

[@sudhamukhia9860]

I care about the packaging as much as I care about the the products inside.. so many drugstore formulas are awesome but packaging always breaks after a couple of uses.. so Have to throw them out even if I was loving what was inside ! Thank you !

[@EmorettaRobinson]

I like that you do a break down if the packaging, where the actual product is made and the quality of the contents.

[@StylishandGrateful]

This is SO good Marlena! I am constantly shocked how people fall for the marketing of products and not look into the ingredients. Great video!❤🎄😊

[@claudiacanales2662]

I agree…fabulous video!!! Love Marlena’s honesty! I hope these brands don’t go after her.

[@dianthariker4957]

Marlena, I really appreciate your breakdown of the cost of the products because it provides a better understanding of why the product costs so much. Your detailed description of what is in the product is equally as important because I do not want “pretty packaging” if the product isn’t worth it. You are the only influencer that I know that does this, that is really knowledgeable in this field and I so appreciate it❣️I am so glad that I came across your channel. I love how passionate you are about what you do and the fact that you want to educate consumers like me on what o buy to not waste our money!

[@kathleenp3135]

Love these types of videos from you. Can you please do some additional ones? They are really just so helpful! Love you Girl! P.S. You look fantastic!

[@sherylwickenheiser2582]

I do like the Patrick Ta blush a lot. I just like packaging that works the whole way through the product and doesn’t break and that I can get every bit of product out. Thanks for the tips.

[@2cmrinhfx]

Would love to see this regularly for everything from bronzers (my pet peeve), to make up products, skin care etc. Great!

[@yvonne2965]

I always had a feeling that La Mer was a rip off but finding out it’s main ingredient is a petroleum product is downright Shocking 😮

[@SunxSurfxSand]

I have the Dior blush and it is not good. I felt like it was me. Every time I put it on I felt powery and drugstore. I’m glad it’s not just me.

[@belaytriks]

There is this cream my great grand aunt used to swear off, it is cheap, smell like granny, save my skin when things are rough, people laugh of it but if I do not have for fancy creams I am loyal to my "Pomada de la campana by Dr. Bell" wich main ingredient is petroleum, and if I am fancy I bought the one with "Tepezcohuite" fragance. It is cheap, it works and my great gran aunt had a baby skin at her 70s so it should work.

[@TroxelEngl]

*suluxs* almost identical, i couldn´t see the difference until you said which one was replica & authentic. Anyway thanks for sharing.

[@Tulip-n7f]

La Mer has to be the one of biggest scams ever besides La Prairie!

[@kateaye3506]

Can you please do a video on Chanel products?

[@connieramsey6798]

I don’t care what the product comes in…it’s the quality of the actual product itself that I want to know about. Whether it’s got a magnetic closure or made out of cardboard is not important to me. Is the actual shadow, blush, or mascara worth it? Would love to see a video on that.

[@MarlenaStell]

Can do a formulation smack down for sure 🙌🏼

[@triciajackson5493]

Marliana, would you mind giving us the smackdown on JUVIAS PLACE. What's your thoughts on them?

[@sovrappensiero1]

I agree. I care a little about package if it’s something I will travel with because I want it to be compact and durable. But I absolutely don’t care AT ALL about the box it comes in. Actually, I do care - it turns me off because I know I’m paying for that, LOL.

[@Roadie247]

Same! Girrrrrl same!!

[@kelsoulforreal1]

This is the third video I’ve seen of Marlena’s where it’s just flat out rude . Long long time follower and Marlena is great at what she does . I’m seeming a trend .. I feel for you girl you have to read such negative comments. She clearly says “ when it comes to the product “

[@lynngouveia3508]

I LOVE,LOVE,LOVE this video ❣️🥰!! And how thrilled I was to hear you praise “NARS”👏👍!! I’m 58 years young, and I’ve consistently used this brand for YEARS !! Their foundations , and O.G. blush (“Orgasm” blush lines) is a staple in my makeup collection !!! Thank you so very much Marlena , for sharing with us your industry knowledge and expertise🤗💄!!

[@freciemagdirila7075]

Yes, the Dior blushes are not worth the money…the packaging alone reminds me of Covergirl blushes, but Covergirl’s blushes are better and cheaper…

[@aslbyweller]

I LOVE these videos. I so appreciate this series. Please keep them coming.

[@lindabrown5940]

Thank you for your honesty Marlena. I totally agree with all of your assessments!

[@blondebeauty995]

The Dior blush is soooo chalky. I love Laura Geller’s blush. Always available for half price! Fills the highlight need at the same time.

[@toriandjojo2018]

Absolutely agreed with this!! Laura Geller blushes are phenomenal, blend well, great colors and made in Italy!! Her baked foundations too!! ❤️

[@katl8825]

Hearing you rant about La Mer and girl I’m right behind you. Their market strategy is absurd, especially in this day and age when consumers are scrutinizing those ingredients and the efficacy.

[@TJ-bn2cn]

Thank you for pointing out that the Dior blushes are, I would say, less quality than drugstore! Dior is well known for just getting people to buy for their name and less interested in the quality of their products! I’m so grateful that you are helping customers learn this ❤

[@keepfitgirl8191]

I cannot bring myself to buy an eyeshadow palette for over £100 and you have justified my decision lol. Emma x

[@lt6emmaruiz999]

I appreciate your thoughts on La Mer and La Prairie. But I have been using their products for more than a decade; and I will continue loving them for a long, long time!

[@dianavizsi1757]

These videos of yours are fascinating! The insight you have... and the fact that you are not afraid to share the information you collected through all those years in the industry makes me feel soo grateful. It is that we can always count on you and believe anything you say to be true. You are truly inspiring!❤

[@LenaSheppard]

Thanks for doing this. I just love how willing you are to share your knowledge. I appreciate you so very much !

[@annedoreschommers9876]

Thank you for the video, dear Marlena. I agree with you on all, except the DIOR blushes. For me they are the best powder blushes, the colors are beautiful and they last the whole day without any change. I love them, but maybe it’s because of a good chemical reaction with my skin?

[@InnesaMarchuk]

Agree with you, Dior blushes great for me too

[@francescacasini4694]

La Mer?!?! 😱😱😱 I guess 380 dollars is all I ever spent on makeup in my entire life 😂 great video! Very informative 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@Sonicman415]

Love these vids from you! Paula’s Choice 50 spf sunscreen moisturizer isn’t super pricey but I indulge myself.. it mixes great w tinted physical 50 spf to create a very light tinted moisturizer. If I want more coverage I add MAC face and body, or another liquid foundation, or I’ll put Monika Blunder cream foundation on top.. that’s $50 I will spend.. lasts forever.

[@maggie5173]

Thank you for this video! Some of these products u mentioned that aren’t worth the money I was thinking about buying. There’s so many products you can do!Please keep doing these! I think u should make this a series! ❤

[@cristyglagola2448]

I really appreciated this video! I couldn’t agree with you more about the Dior blush. Literally the second time I used it, the entire pan came unglued from the compact and I had to Superglue it back. And the formula was so…meh. I gave it away.

[@content_fan]

Love your detailed reviews , your confidence as you speak of each product 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽respect!

[@elainebines6803]

Mineral oil is just a carrier, example, helps moisturizer to glide across the face easier. I did cosmetic science as part of my two year beauty therapy course

[@claudiacanales2662]

Marlena please do some looks with the ND Bronze palette…one of my favs!!! I’m with you on the Pat McGrath palettes..I’d NEVER buy one of them at full price!

[@michelledieboldpanasewicz]

Thank you so much for being honest and helping consumers who are not in the industry save their money. I have seen so many influencers raving about LaMer, PM, etc and am so glad I didn't waste my money. Please do more videos like this-- it is very much appreciated!

[@danaboe7890]

Thank you! These are amazing videos because i really trust your opinion! I found out about you just a few months ago, so unfortunately i didnt get to order makeup geek, but i really hope you make more!

[@DeboraWaller]

I've seen the La Prairie foundation packaging again, Aldi Australia released their Lacura foundation (budget pricing) with exactly the same jar with paddle and concealer on top. Packaging patents can be applied for to run for shorter time periods than formulation patents. Once it runs out, if the company doesn't reapply, it can be used anywhere, or duplicated with the slightest adjustment so its not an exact copy.

[@minda.fraser]

I love love love spending on the hourglass ambient lighting palettes. These are just lovely and make me happy. Can I find glowy powders for cheaper? Probably! But I'm so obsessed. I love the luminosity. Loved your video Just didn't love the chime sound. Made the dogs go wild thinking its a doorbell every time. I had to watch with the subtitles up LOLOL

[@michellekelly2937]

I agree! The Hourglass powders are beautiful and totally worth the splurge. I love the Diffused Light and the Dim Light. I like using the Dim Light as a blush all on its own for a more "natural" blush, and both powders are beautiful layered over top of other blushes. They're very versatile.

[@tonysopranosduck416]

Great information!! I have to admit, I don’t buy any beauty products that cost 1/3 of a mortgage payment, so I’m good, but I kept watching because I was mesmerized by your eye makeup!!

[@samirakaufman6004]

Great video Marlena..LOVE hearing the behind the scenes process and the decision making on packaging, formula,etc. Definitely keep making videos like this 😊❤

[@ashleybaur4800]

I’m not gonna lie, I was swept into the Dior blush trend. I definitely regretted that purchase because the blush is unbelievably dry. The Patrick Ta blushes are leaps and bounds better than that blush….even the L’Oreal infallible blushes are better than that blush. I am so glad and refreshed to see someone who doesn’t just show off a product to make money. So many influencers rave and tout products for a company and they don’t even care for said product. It’s always about the money, not if the product is actually good quality or value for the price. Thanks for keeping it real in this crazy beauty world!!

[@coding7196]

Thank you so much, Marlena. I was told that the La Mer formula is very similar to the formula of Nivea.

[@thebeauteatalk]

This was so cool. I already had suspensions on these products about like what they put into the packaging. Like every time I buy a product, I think about how much they spent to make it I'm sure we all do. Tho it's not just about the packaging. If the product works like it says it will, then that's what really counts. Having nice packaging is always a bonus. I mean, who doesn't love amazing fancy packaging? I sure do lmbo. Also at the same time I do not like and won't buy something I know a brand is being shady about or is bs. Like sayin somethings a miracle bc of an ingredient and it's so far down the list or not on there at all is a no no for me.

[@michellelindstrom466]

Marlena…you are amazing! I have learned more about makeup products and packaging than any other influencer! You are so informative and knowledgeable and I have loved every one of your product recommendations! Your words are TRUTH and I so appreciate you! Happy New Year and thank you for what you do ❤

[@dlj548]

This was a very interesting video. I hope you will consider making more of these. As consumers we don't have the level of knowledge that you have. Most of us don't want to waste our money so thank you!

[@TroxelEngl]

OMG! You need to absolutely keep it! Whether it's true or not, this is special to you. People create packages, packages do not create people. Rock it girl, salute *suluxs* !

[@keirgoodram4359]

Thankyou so much for your advice and experience that you share. You are literally never wrong!!! Lol! Just bought my first Natasha Denona pallet and couldn't be happier ❤😊 xx

[@LochNessReagan]

I wasn’t planning on buying the Dior blush, but have been looking for a new blush and inevitably got sucked into the hype of the Dior blush. I was watching everyone lose their mind over this blush - yes, the colors are gorgeous, but I keep thinking to myself how DUSTY those blushes looked. The component is not a stretch for Maybelline or Cover Girl and I’m not shading those brands, it’s not a $40 blush and my mid-40’s perimenopausal cheeks do not need dusty blush. I was looking at the Merit blush stick, but I’m glad you mentioned the Patrick Ta. I think I’m going to go with that one. Since I plan to spend $30-$40 on a new blush, I was concerned with committing to a single color or formula. I’m not skilled with cream blush but want to try it - I’m a powder product girl at heart. Unless it’s dusty like that Dior. I like the option of a cream and security blanket powder for $36.

[@debbie8048]

Thank you Marlena for your honest reviews!!

[@JD_300]

Every time I take beauty and makeup advice from the fabulously gorgeous Marlena I not only look pretty but I also find a good outfit to go with it. For example I wore leather pants, Men’s leopard underwear, leopard blouse, Prada boots and leopard trench coat.

[@jsk8snrich1]

Not the actual tea on LaMer! Haha--thank you, Marlena! So insightful!

[@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675]

I love Lilysilk! I have a gorgeous blazer, pants, several shirts, dresses and a pillow case. Everything is fabulous and well made.

[@MarlenaStell]

Right?! It’s SUCH a great brand!! I have so many items from them and I cherish every single one. Amazing quality and even the packaging is so pretty when it arrives

[@manonsinclairladyofblairad9675]

@@MarlenaStell Yes, very chic!

[@jenniferponce5510]

Love these kinds of videos, Marlena!

[@sylviashaw501]

Hi Marlena...You are gorgeous...Please do NOT stop making these video's.. you have saved me from buying high end garbage...I have very dry skin with wrinkles around my mouth do you recommend and foundation for very dry skin and primers? Is Nars good for dry skin....Thanks again Beautiful Lady....

[@MarlenaStell]

For very dry skin I do love the sheer glow but also the L’Oréal hyaluronic tinted serum is hydrating!

[@sylviashaw501]

Thank you for taking the time to answer my question...Your a peach..do the Nars Sheer glow lean on the warm yellow side or are the neutral really neutral? Thank you and have a Merry Christmas.....@@MarlenaStell

[@Kiwi_Christine]

I so wanted to like the Nars foundations, because it seems everyone does. But I didn’t like it on me. It was streaky and didn’t cover well. I ended up buying and loving the newly formulated Lancome teinte idole ultra wear foundation. For the first time probably ever I have a perfect colour match and don’t need to settle on a mismatch. It gives me a natural but enough coverage and even in summer or at the gym. With luxury skincare I feel like they make them smell good so that you get pulled in. I love the smell of chanel and Dior serums but whether they’re worth it I don’t know as I only had samples.

[@joshdoorman4076]

i love your eye make up...can you try to make a how to do this look video? 😊

[@RaelNikolaidis]

So happy with my 30% off buy of my one and only PM palette. I wish I could get an Hourglass palette on sale, but I’ve been stalking them for over a year and haven’t seen a single sale on those. So, I’m biting the bullet this year. Love you!😊❤

[@lisatiberi7448]

I agree! Last year I got a Mothership for like $70 and some other palettes for a steal. Those glitter shades are the most beautiful thing I've ever seen.

[@nicoletaancablackmur9271]

Hi Marlena! I am loving your breakdown videos! Could you please do one for bronzers and highlighters? There are so many of them and the price point varies so i was wondering if its worth spending more or less. Kisses from Romania!

[@tm5630]

More of these videos please!!! Absolutely fascinating and would love to know more. Thank you for the info.

[@MsSquarebanana]

I have to agree about Pat McGrath palettes.. and to top it off.. I've found that I'm sensitive to a lot of the shadows.. the skin around my eyes gets inflamed and whatnot when I wear it.. so disappointed. :/ I'll have to spring for a Natasha one. Luckily I only paid like, $80 for the palette. I wouldn't pay the full price, for sure.

[@msholtz4173]

I very much appreciate how you elaborated on the quality of the packaging. The presentation is part of the experience in my opinion, it has to look pretty on my vanity. I expect quality on both packaging and formula when it comes to the prices of all these lux brands

[@VikkiBounds]

Such an informative and helpful video. ❤ Aside from the products mentioned, I'd also love to know what eyeshadow you're wearing? It's stunning 😍

[@notpurrfect6397]

On the Patrick Ta blush duo the first thing I noticed is that the shiny gold case is a smudgy fingerprint magnet. I have Lauder products with similar finish and I have to buff the cases every time I use them.

[@amylewis7563]

Love this video! Thanks for calling out these products. We need a drinking game for every time u say "you all" or "you guys" 😂😂 Love finding out about the packaging piece. Thanks! 💘💘💝💝💖💖💗💗💓💓

[@ft4686]

SPILLING THE TRUTH. I LOVE IT. YOU GO QUEEN!!!!

[@nuyd]

Patrick Ta blush duo is one of the most beautiful blushes i have, formulation wise and packaging wise. Also coz they have the color that is so hard to find these days; She's so LA.

[@sparklesparkle8]

Marlena!!! I love your eyelook, it’s like a fairy goodness! I also like this color so that’s why I love it!

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Marlena as I am someone who is not a standard light to tan skintone I have to look at higher end brands. I am also 51 and super dry skinned with rosacea and eczema. I have never ever found an affordable base product that is my shade and looks good on my seriously dry skin. I’m not as fussed about packaging but the quality of the product itself is my main concern. For reference I am perfectly shade matched to 00 in Dior forever and 03p in Sephora best skin ever foundation (extremely pale and with a pink undertone). Most affordable brands do fairish to dark tan shades and completely miss out the extreme end of the shade spectrum- eight shades just isn’t enough in this time period. Skincare I buy by ingredient and texture. Most of it is from Korean brands with a prescription active and a Western moisturiser (Korean moisturiser is too lightweight for my skin type and environment). I don’t spend extortionate amounts for skincare as I go through it very quickly- severely dry skin soaks up a load of product. Most of my makeup is a mixture of affordable to high end with complexion products usually in the mid to higher price range. For liners and colourful products I am happy to try/buy more affordable products. I think we all have to decide what our priorities are and where we’re happy to spend more or less to get what we need. Best wishes x

[@Kat.Wheeler1012]

i love this. everything about it. this is educational. This is all the information companies dont want you to see, if they are marking their products up by an absolutely insane amount.

[@aura3337]

Absolutely LOVE these videos…. Please post more! You do a fantastic job! HAPPY HOLIDAYS! 🌲

[@marceitamartin8279]

Agree, I found Tatcha products a few years ago and continue to use it daily. Very hydrating for me.

[@elainebines6803]

I prefer these videos concentrating on high end coz drugstore doesen't break my heart or bank quite like high end does - why? Coz I live in UK and we cannot, send back 😢

[@veroferkmusic]

Great video Marlena!... What do you think about Hourglass Ambient Lightning pallettes in terms of price? Does it compare with other products in the market?

[@Dan_Alien]

I Iove these because you give us the behind the scenes info. These really are great videos.😻

[@tinaarabia825]

I cannot stress enough how great you are in advising us ❤

[@WhineNot]

Love these eval vids. Thank you… I thought it was me against the beauty world! The Dior rosy glow blush was a big spend for a small payoff. Dry, no pigment, cheap packaging. My Colourpop dupe is actually an improvement… so, not a dupe but an upgrade, actually. Thanks for your integrity and honesty.

[@rosamunoz743]

I like the eyeshadow 😍 tutorial???

[@skat3486]

I love when you do these videos! Your honesty is so appreciated! Thank you, Marlena ❤ PS, you look as beautiful as ever

[@heavaforeva]

Love nars sheer glow its my favorite from Nars second to light reflecting. Try the new Mac studio powered radiance foundation its excellent.

[@sakinpinetree3848]

Your eyeshadow looks gorgeous 😍

[@kathrynphillips9344]

I like that you give us the inside skinny on these products. Very informative. Thanks.

[@karlieneporter4939]

I totally agree on the Pat McGrath mothership palettes , I purchased my first one this year on sale thank goodness. I wasn't blown away , I actually prefer my Natasha Denona and my Indy brands that do special shades that put PMcG to shame .

[@christyannie83]

I agree. I choose my Natasha Denona palettes over PM all the time. Her formula alone is worth the money if you ask me. Even if you don’t wear a lot of makeup, spending the $69 on one Natasha palette is worth it. It’s beautiful, user friendly and will last a long time

[@pryak6581]

More of this please, such interesting insights! I do like pretty packaging. It can put products on the map for me, that I've otherwise never would have paid attention to (e.g. Patrick Ta Blushes). But what I personally really care about is the sturdiness, haptics and ease of use when it comes to solely the packaging. Needless to say, price, value and performance are the top selling point before anything else for me. I like Nars' packaging, workhorse stuff just like the actual products. I think Merit's packaging is chic. I thought Rare Beauty's approach with creating packaging that's easier to use for weaker hands due to illness is great. Very interesting topic overall indeed.

[@Strawbettys]

love these videos!!!!! please do more of these

[@TracyRichardson-ss3ei]

HEY *suluxs* !! I have been watching you for years and im so proud of where you have made it! I love you so much! Also thanks for making my day

[@elizakotlowska5190]

I do agree with you with the Dior blush I bought it and it was waisting of money very disappointed with Dior 😤

[@bashag5477]

I agree with you about Dior. No color payoff.

[@maureentakach3065]

As a "skincare person " years ago I finally bit the bullet and bought LA Mer moisturizer. I used it once and my face broke out. I then looked at the ingredients and "mineral oil" was high on the list. I took it back and said to the counter person when asked why I'm returning it, I said that I might as well put Baby oil on my face. Not a fan.

[@MarlenaStell]

Exactly. Mineral oil is such a cheap oil that can break many people out. I haven’t seen research showing it as “bad” but it’s not a high quality ingredient at all esp for skincare

[@HilaryLuros]

La Mer used to be good, until ELC bought it and was unable to recreate the original formula (because it died with the creator, Dr. Max Huber). What you get now is different than the original version. It's more expensive, and lower quality.

[@haco007]

omg your eyeshadowww!!! Sooooo good!

[@VeraSemper-w8f]

Definitely appreciate these comparison videos. Keep them coming!!!

[@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory]

A little rebuttal on the Patrick Ta blush: I'd like to see data that Ta's powder & cream layering lasts significantly longer or is noticeably better in some way, before I congratulate him for his well priced package. He created a trend in order to sell that product, so it's not necessarily a good value - if there's no real need or benefit for layering, then he's just tricking us in order to sell more.

[@MK-fi2bp]

Marlena always come through with the quality content! ❤

[@rolmag8394]

Thank you for doing this video! May I ask what eyeshadow you are wearing? You look fabulous!