YOU influenced ME to buy this new makeup (do I regret or love?)

[@JenPhelps]

I've been getting a lot of comments about the white eyeshadow looking more pink after wearing it a while...at one point in the video, I put some of the matte pink crease shade on top of the white to tone it down, so that's why it looked more pink. I actually liked the result...it was really pretty! But I still feel like even though I got one nice look out of it, I wouldn't use the other shimmers much. I do use dark shimmers sometimes for my outer corner but I'm disappointed that it doesn't have more all-over lid shades. ❤️

[@dhayden1981]

give it a chance, take a risk. Dont be afraid.

[@kaylynnhuddleston5533]

Keep playing with the darker shimmers and a halo. I LOVE everything so much.

[@tamarakiglics]

Hi Jen, Put a rosy or pink matte eyeshadow underneath, or even a liquid eyeshadow as you would do a cut crease. This way you can make it work and get good use out of this palette for sure. Or you can lighten up those darker shimmers with this icy pink. 😊makeup is fun! 🤩

[@JenPhelps]

​@@dhayden1981I'll definitely keep playing with it, I'm not afraid. But I feel very limited with the looks I can create and don't feel inspired by it. 😥

[@JenPhelps]

​@@kaylynnhuddleston5533I can definitely use the deeper shades for a halo or outer corner but I just wish there were more all over lid shades. I feel limited.

[@larissamartinez6880]

I'm shocked that you aren't on the Sydney Grace PR list. They send stuff to Emily Noel and Mandy Lea but I first learned about them from YOU and have purchased over and over again because of you.

[@Durelle820]

Can I be used with all undertones because they look cool to me?

[@dhayden1981]

Is Emily sponsored?

[@beautyandbeyond347]

​@dhayden1981 no she's like Jen... never sponsored

[@onewhisper22005]

Same!!! It’s really odd to me that she’s not too!

[@Emm.Emm.]

They just started sending pr I think. No doubt that will change! Huge mistake to not have Jen on it

[@amyhadley6021]

I will never understand why brands think a foundation needs a fragrance.

[@JenPhelps]

I know right?!

[@yourfuturewaifu9061]

Supposedly, high end brands do it so they're harder to counterfeit. I've also heard it's to mask the "chemical" scent. As a migraine sufferer, I hate it too.

[@Impassion]

Ugh, SAME! I don’t need fragrance in anything. At all. Other than a fruity lip balm or something.

[@Zulleikha234]

Ikr!

[@jbbb7418]

A lot of them do it to mask a stinky smell….

[@JDDubya26]

So pretty! I'm relatively new to your channel, and i must say, its so refreshing watching someone who is not afraid to zoom in, go filter-free and show real skin! Thank you for being "real" and relatable!

[@JenPhelps]

Aw thank you so much!! 🥰❤️

[@notimportant123]

Can we please get an updated Moira roundup/best&worst? They've released so many new products since your last one!

[@Darbsi]

Pretty palette but it looks like colourpop a lot. I am sure the formula is nicer but i have those colors a ton time over. Thanks for sharing. ❤

[@Xnyorkr]

I know the Sydney Grace palette wasn’t your favorite, but the way you did your eyes looks beautiful

[@jessicalynn8746]

I know you said you aren’t real fond of that icy shimmer but it looks gorgeous on you

[@TMCEH]

That SG palette can be good to use w/ flower’s desert lights!

[@kimt9797]

I really appreciate you filming check-ins later in the day with updates. It's helpful when the updates are in person instead of a pinned comment.

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Thanks Jan, always love it when you review affordable make-up that most of us use daily, before we blow our budgeted money on stuff that isn't worth it, or yes, we should grab it before it's gone!!😊😊

[@cindybrown9281]

I get what you mean about the Sydney Grace palette but the final result does look really pretty on you. I agree that I wish there were more shimmer shades so I’m going to pass on this one.

[@daisymcadams2935]

Hey Jen! Would you ever consider making a video specifically about blushes that aren't too pigmented? I am looking to buy a new one, but in most people's videos regarding best blushes they say something along the lines of "it's the best one i have, it's super pigmented." I have pale skin and am specifically looking for a blush that doesn't give off too much colour yet something that you can build up and still blends evenly. I know you don't like yours too pigmented either. Love your content! 💕

[@JenPhelps]

That's a great idea because I prefer more buildable blushes myself.

[@MyCleverHandle]

Me too! I tend to be heavy-handed with the blush, and liquids scare me. Zero to clown in under 60 seconds...😂😂😂

[@DarkFire1536]

I have the same issue. I don't do well with super pigmented blushes.

[@JenPhelps]

The best thing to do with liquids is apply them to the back of your hand and then pick them up with a brush that way. @@MyCleverHandle

[@kcloveonaleash]

Me as well😂 and I have shssh - crows feet😳😂. I have been happiest with Maybelline gel blush in the little tube- blends well without being scary intense🎉🎉🎉

[@jessicalawton1]

Lol I was totally a Cool Water and Tommy Girl wearer back in the late 90's! Those were my scents! 😂😂

[@amandawhitlock8607]

Thank you Jen for your always honest and thoughtful reviews. I saw a few other KZbinrs review the Sydney Grace palette after getting it from the PR list and no one really talked about the shimmer shades and how they'll use it in a practical way in their day-to-day life. I ordered it and now I wish I hadn't. Like you I got caught up in how pretty and soft the colors looked but I don't love dark shimmer shades either and while your look came out pretty I also don't wear light frosty white shimmers and in your swatches the palette looks much deeper than it does on their website. I should have waited for your review!

[@jslilimauve]

Most of them (and especially on instagram) will praise whatever SG will send them (Ive been observing them for a long time lol) so I wouldnt go to them for any objective well done honest reviews. Even Emily Noel. Noone goes deep into it and can say things as they are even if its their fave brand. I like SG too but like Jen I am able to say when smth is not amazing or that its not as perfect as anyone makes it to be and thats how it should be especially if people listen to your opinion to decide on getting it or not.

[@geslinam9703]

I suppose that most people with affiliate links are not going to give bad reviews of anything…not if they want the free stuff to keep coming. You can return the palette, right? I hate returning stuff, but I have young nieces, they are always happy to take my mistake makeup!

[@samantharuber9498]

Absolutely love Sydney Grace but I didn’t buy this because of the lack of lighter shimmers. I love their shimmers!

[@MamaOwl4]

I totally agree with you on the palette, not enough shimmer. I brought the colourpop 11:11 and Doll 10 palette on your recommendation and they are amazing! So I’ll skip the SG. Great video as always Jen ❤

[@9023rsd]

Jen, I have to say you really are such a beautiful woman. The video of you in the car, you look much younger than your age. With that said, the makeup (both sides) looked pretty good, and I will probably pick up the blushes, they look beautiful! 😍

[@Its_me_Teri_b]

Jen we are complexion and skin tone twins and also really like shimmers and metallics. Thanks so much for being out there and reviewing everything 😊

[@lyn930]

The foundation is a huge surprise. Definitely going to try Revolution. Love the blush and bronzer. Thanks, Jen. Blessings!

[@kristihanrahan4335]

The eyeshadow looks really soft and pretty on you! I noticed it at the end when you zoomed in for the foundation check. 💙

[@jessicawhite3893]

Oh how pretty those winky lux products look on you. I will try. I feel the revolution looks prettier than the LM

[@patty4393]

I agree about the deep toned shimmers. They don’t work for me. Sometimes I will combine a shimmer that is too deep with the lightest shimmer in the palette to make it more wearable as a lid shade.

[@stacyforesmandefenbaugh4374]

U can use the dark shimmer shades on the lower lash line. I think shimmer on the lower lash line is very pretty. I do that because as I’ve gotten older and my skin around my eyes has changed, I love using eyeshadow as a liner. I gravitate towards shimmer as a liner.

[@kay01222]

I love the frosty pinky-white shimmer on your eyes! I hope it grows on you 😊

[@kam0406]

I’d like to see someone come out with a pallet that would have light, cool pink and cool purple shades in a spectrum from light to dark, with a matte white (because if you’ve never tried it for the inner corner, it is so amazing for older eyes- and everyone else too!) and a dark navy and charcoal gray. I’d like some light shimmers that are not too frosty looking . So far, I haven’t found a perfect pallet, but luckily I can cultivate my own pallet from the multiple Colourpop pallets I have. It is nice to have that option. Between Colourpop Smoke N Roses and Cold Stone Fox- and a few other pallets, I was able to make a few different travel pallets that are perfect for me!

[@khill6510]

I really love the eye look today. The frosted shade is so pretty on you.

[@juliemoses1909]

I would really like to see a review of the new Stila hydro-blur blush bronzer duo. The blush colors are so pretty!

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

Yeah..I'm happy for Less shimmer shades... but when they're in there, they should be the light colours, as it's the highlight in the eye...but L❤VE the look you got today. I'd love it if they could bring out a palette like that, with just and extra row with blue, green, purple, in a light and dark... so you can do a more natural look, with a pop of colour in the corner, or if you're on holiday, just touch up the make-up and add a bit of drama with some colour....

[@Chelbsn]

Yay!!! I think I tend to root for the underdog so I was really wanting makeup revolution to have a win. I'm so glad that, at least initially, they have two😊

[@loriwolf580]

That’s a gorgeous color story but I’m happy that you pointed out the differences you found when using! Thanks so much ❤

[@anandeztvseries8498]

If doing the bridal and daily makeup, maybe the CP Smoke n Roses palette is a better deal than the Sydney Grace one, in the perspective of the shade range. But this transfer-proof formula is perfect for brides.

[@cherob2182]

I really like your eye look. I think it’s very pretty on you.

[@rabbiroz3806]

I actually think the eye look is pretty on you. I also prefer light shimmers for my lids. I just figured I would swap out those dark ones with some of my favorite SG light shimmers. I know that sort of defeats the purpose, but that was my thinking.

[@cindyb9830]

Hi Jen, I just wanted to share that when a palette has dark shimmer shades, I use them for the outer edge just like a matte. I also use them as eyeliner. Your eyes look came out very pretty. 💚

[@JenPhelps]

I do the same thing! But I'm still disappointed that there aren't more lid shades I can use. 😥

[@reneebertram2365]

I love the colors on your eyes! They make your eyes pop!!

[@LiveLaughLeaveBB]

Side question! Any good suggestions for a cool toned nude pink lip liner? 🥰🥰

[@MakeupAgain561]

The Sydney Grace Unveiled palette is so pretty! I loved the eye look you created❤ I can’t wait to get this palette! I am very interested to get this Revolution foundation-it looked gorgeous on you and they have a shade deep enough for me-yay!💃🏿 I am not into liquid or blushes too much so the Winky Lux is a pass but it looked lovely on you! I enjoyed this video (as usual❤)!

[@wowoshell]

Wow, Jen!!! I think you look amazing in these colors!!! ❤ They definitely work for you!! I’m sold on the Unveiled pallet, the blush, & the lip oil!!! Thank you for testing all of this make up! You are the best and I truly think you look Especially amazing the day you filmed this!! ❤❤❤

[@samanthahernandez6286]

The Sidney Grace collab is with a MUA who does bridal makeup and these are three most requested looks, and that is what the palette is based on. There is a warm neutral, a rosy neutral, a neutral smoky. The collab was all about the MUA and her work.

[@cindywhite1112]

That eye look is stunning!

[@lindabenson1764]

Thanks for pointing out the fragrance in the new foundation review. Fragrance is a MAJOR no go for me!!

[@kathybrou1340]

Me too!

[@l.c.8798]

How did I not get this notification??! Well I'm here for this, yess a Jen vid! 🎉❤ that SG palette makes me think of Colourpop 11:11!

[@JenPhelps]

I can always tell when KZbin doesn't send out notifications because my views end up being low...ugh!

[@l.c.8798]

@JenPhelps ughh!!!! That's awful....they need to get it together! You're the one beauty YT'er I never miss a video for!!!

[@reneeburich9497]

I’m amazed at how differently the makeup looks during application and then in daylight. I really don’t trust how shades really truly are unless I see it in real light rather than under bright camera type lights!

[@JenPhelps]

Indoor lighting always looks different (even without bright camera lights). It's more yellow and warm because I often do my makeup in the bathroom mirror and then I go outside and it looks different in the sunlight. I do think that the outdoor lighting washes things out for the camera so you can't really trust that either. When I was sitting in my car, the lighting made my makeup look very faded on camera but in real life it looked bolder and more intense.

[@reneeburich9497]

@@JenPhelps yes, it’s hard to gauge as to whether or not to purchase.

[@beverlyreese2038]

Love your reviews! I appreciate the up close shots. Can I ask about your earrings? You are always so put together and pretty. Thanks!

[@JenPhelps]

Aw thank you so much! I got them from Rowan! 🥰

[@sarahjane9512]

My resolution this year was no more make-up until I use my existing items up - maybe in 25 years. I did break down and buy ND mini palette (cannot remember the name) and corresponding blush.. Not sure if you or Kelly recommended these products and I love them. Maybe next month, no make-up purchases.

[@petra1995]

Give yourself realistic rules! haha There are lots of videos about how to approach low buys and no buys :)

[@maryabdel-malik656]

Try the dark shimmer shades on your outer corner you may like it

[@katrinaball178]

The frosty pink actually looks pink to me after you've had it on for awhile. Looks like it turned more pink the longer you wore it.

[@JenPhelps]

It was because I added the matte pink over it to make it look better and tone down the white. :)

[@kaburzynski]

I love your sweater and nail Polish! That orchid color looks great on you. You look like a teen with your hair up at the end btw 😂! You’ve got great genes!

[@michellecaudill7936]

I too love Sydney Grace @ have mature hooded slightly down turned eyes. I’ve used their darker satins and shimmers o my outer 7. I just have to be careful. I find all their Matt’s are very pigment & still blend well. I have to us a light hand or it can get very Smokey. I’ve put myself on a no buy for 2024. It’s killing me to pass on their bundles. Such a great deal and the sticker are the icing on the cake. I o n a lot of their singles and will use the. With this pallet providing it’s still in stock

[@tanhome7]

Your look is beautiful Jen! ❤ I adore SG and have a ton of their eyeshadows. Having said that, I wish their palettes weren’t so mid/dark shade heavy. I would love to see more lighter shimmers. I know this is a collab palette but I agree with you on your thoughts about the lack of shimmers and the depth of the shimmers. I’m personally going to skip on this one but I’m sure a lot of people will really enjoy it.

[@dpandjessobx]

You inspired me to order some of the fun Moira shadows from an earlier video, as a birthday present to me ;) I’m not sure I’d have tried an olive-y green, pink/orange, or metallic taupe otherwise (not together haha). It’s a milestone (starts w a 5 🙃) birthday so why not have fun.

[@iwillstom]

Love that lip shade on you!

[@tomytomy3761]

The Sydney Grace palette reminds me of a palette that Carli Bybel had with bh cosmetics way back.

[@JenPhelps]

YES!!

[@tzoe875]

I know that you were not thrilled with the shimmer shade that you used, but it looks beautiful on you!

[@lindavanwey5044]

Right off the bat. The eyeshadow looks like colour pop. To a T! The formula may be better, but at that price point I’ll stick to my colour pop. It is pretty. But I have alllll those colors already!

[@ashleybullard1285]

Would you be open to doing check-ins up close outside in daylight? While I do appreciate you going up close with the camera the studio lighting still has a blurring effect so its hard to see what the makeup really looks like on pores and lines. I have seen another youtuber do this and it was sooo helpful. I could see what it looks like in real life. I mean no disrespect at all. I absolutely love your honest reviews and that you don't do sponsorships❤

[@heatherparker9820]

Your eye makeup looks amazing!! I think it is your best eye look.

[@keepfitgirl8191]

With you on the Sydney Grace palette. Not enough light shimmer shades and too many matt ones. I find the older I get the more I need a lighter shimmer on the lids. Emma x

[@ambergerhelper7852]

I’m actually here because I don’t have any friends IRL🫣 and you seem to be one of the sweetest and most genuine on YT. ☺️

[@geslinam9703]

I have a few new things I was influenced by social media to buy - Rose Inc Serum tint, Merit correction/foundation stick, Givenchy Prisma Libre powder, Hourglass waterproof eyeliner, NARS and Rare Beauty liquid blushes, Jane Iredale powder foundation, Huda One Coat Wow mascara, and Skin1004 sunscreen. I love everything but the Rose Inc tint and the Merit.

[@kathleenmoortel5449]

Your eyeshadow looks really pretty. It’s so fun you’re doing subscriber requested videos.

[@wierqh]

That eyeshadow look is very flattering on you. Even the shimmer shade you didn't quite like.

[@julesbee6249]

Ohhhh…I’m going to try the lip product. I prefer a matte lip because it doesn’t transfer.

[@JenPhelps]

These start out a little glossy but then they stay matte all day once the glossiness wears away.

[@sharonmarx6579]

Your eyeshadow looks very pretty 🤩

[@allisonb88]

I get what you mean about the lightest shimmer eyeshadow shade leaning toward white, but your eye look is beautiful! I agree, though, that the selection of shimmer shades isn't what we might hope for. Thanks, always, for your thorough reviews. I'm going to have to decide which of the foundations to try!

[@katherinefuller5267]

Shimmers are my favorite. I don’t like mattes except to use as a base color. That palette won’t work for me unfortunately. You created a beautiful look with it for sure.

[@stilianidimouli211]

This palette of eyeshadows is so stunning and amazing 😍🤩. I will add my list, when I will go in Canada. The blending is so nice 🙂. Have a nice day/night ☺️. Love from Greece ❤️🙂.

[@maureengreen617]

I have so many Sydney Grace palettes and singles but they oddly turn warm on me. I passed on Unveiled. But I have to say it’s doing right by you. Your eyes are stunning!

[@nallya9018]

You created a pretty look. I’m not a fan of dark shimmers either. I feel like the Valentine palette with the XOs from a few years back also had dark shimmers and the shimmer shadows didn’t feel foiled.

[@GypsyNFla]

The Revolution foundation looked great.

[@laurenk5379]

This is such a pretty look on you! Really loving that lip color.

[@gladysgarrity5721]

Great video Jen thanks for sharing ❤

[@LiveLaughLeaveBB]

Hi Jen!! Have you tried any of the eyeshadow from Lethal Cosmetics? ❤❤

[@JenPhelps]

Yes!! They're amazing!

[@glendamccurdy6677]

I just LOVE when I see a new video from you Jen ❤ Your content is fabulous and your makeup tutorials are so informative but most of all I just really enjoy you! You’re so gentle and fun and you look so beautiful 😍 I’m nearly 53 but I love makeup and skincare so I really, really enjoy your channel. Oh and I would love more skincare videos because I want to use what you use as you really would never guess your age 😉 Love from Ireland ❤❤

[@JenPhelps]

Aw thank you so much! I do have more skin care coming soon. 🥰

[@melindac1980]

This is the first SG palette I haven’t purchased on launch day. It’s beautiful, though. I will probably pick it up the next time they have a sale, but I felt I could wait for it.

[@janeashton2027]

Hi, l love the Laura Mercer foundation, l have been using it for over 2 weeks now and I love it, hugsssss ❤❤

[@jblack212]

Love the eye look and it even looked great at the end! Maybe time to consider more light shimmery shades!

[@JenPhelps]

I did like how it came out but I feel like it only worked because I added that pink matte shade on top of the white shimmer tone it down. It was too bright and frosty before I did that. My biggest issue with the palette is that it doesn't have enough light shimmer shades because those are my favorite. But I would prefer pale colors that have a little tiny bit more depth than that one shade. 🥰

[@miriansavage1262]

Hi Jen! I loved the whole look on you! I hadn’t heard of the new Sydney grace palette. It’s beautiful.. it somehow seems similar to a recent palette of Colour pop. Thanks for the review!

[@dogwalker97]

As the others have said, your eye look is very nice even if it’s not your favorite colors in the palette. I also like your sweater. If possible, please share information where to purchase the sweater. Thank you

[@Olivia-wx8eu]

Seeing the revolution lip stains, i was wondering if youd tried the colorpop glossy lip stains. They are my favorite lip formula, and i love the shade big apple, which is a cool red. i think youd like the pink shade they have, called ice pop.

[@maryarmstrong2231]

I love love love all of the winky lux cream blushes too. The rose shaped ones? I bought one on sale (and they qualify for the Ulta coupon) thinking it would be all about the interesting packaging and WOW. This is a very sophisticated formula and color. Can’t wait to try these new blushes

[@kimt3864]

LOVE the eye look you created in this video!

[@baileydubs]

I’ve seen people review that palette and really like it, but your review hit the nail on the head for me. I feel like we have similar taste in makeup (hence why I’m here 😂) so that was super helpful!!

[@christinecho779]

So glad I saw this review first. I love neutral palettes so I almost impulse bought, what stopped me is it looked similar to the Natasha denona I need a nude palette that I got for Christmas. Glad I didn’t purchase! I don’t like frosty either.

[@KBellaBeauty1]

I’m curious about the Laura Mercier foundation!

[@anncollard1742]

Hey I got my ulta foundation and the Florence blush stick in Mimi and I LOVE them! BTW that foundation is on sale online only. I went to store to check for right shade then ordered online--I think its 9.80 instead of 15. Thanks for your recommendations

[@sheenamatherne6546]

What a beautiful look and again I learn so much from you. Thanks!

[@aimeechaves9041]

Your mascara looked beautiful, too! Always love your reviews. So thorough and detailed ❤

[@ruthannhendricks7614]

Your eye shadow looked beautiful on you and so did the Revolution foundation!

[@JenniferSmilesNow]

Using the dark shimmers wet as a liner, I’ve found, make dark shimmers help my eyes sparkle :-) or dry smoked out a little ❤

[@maryabdel-malik656]

I bought the covergirl skin perfection essence as per your recommendation and love it on my 72 combo skin thanks

[@JenPhelps]

Yay! I'm so glad!!

[@martine5912]

This look is so beautiful on you !

[@jessicaawesome-sauce1268]

That foundation reminds me of the maybeline dream wonder foundation! I used to love that stuff!

[@juliecumbie7072]

❤I really want to try the Revolution Skin Silk foundation, but the only thing I'm waiting hit is an update from you to see if it's really a good one. I trust your recommendations. I've been using Haimish BB Cream in 23c and it's been my HG.

[@Megan-mt3gq]

I’m so glad I watched this review of the new Sydney Grace palette. I absolutely love SG shimmer shades and it’s such a bummer there are only 4! And only 2 I would use. :/

[@ErinSchera]

I’ve noticed the mua I watch regularly have been using bronzer as a contour as well as for warming up the skin. Something else I have noticed is when they also do a high end vs drug store, I like the look of the drug store side better. I have one more higher end foundation I want to try before I give up on higher end all together. Thank you for the video.

[@MyCleverHandle]

Wow. Do I feel old. My high school era was mid-70s, we were all into frosted pastels. Like Maybelline's Blooming Colors. Ok, I'll go back to my rocking chair now...Thanks for the video! I know I asked you to help me choose between this palette, the new Doll 10 3.0 and a Viseart; I'm leaning toward the Viseart.

[@kathykugelman]

No, you must go with the Doll 10 #3. It is everything!

[@JenPhelps]

I would say Doll 10 and then Viseart!

[@dianeguy7452]

Wow u took me back. 1976 high school grad here 😊

[@MyCleverHandle]

@@JenPhelps OK!

[@scotzmnswife]

All of these products look really beautiful on you, Jen! Thanks so very much for reviewing these products (especially those from Revolution, as I’m always keeping an eye out for more budget-friendly options). Hope you’re having a great start to your weekend! 😇💕🕊️

[@debranaumczik6286]

Very pretty look Jen ❤️ lovely on you 💕😊