Stephanie Nicole thanks so much for this awesome video. Also, best spf I've tried is the neogen one ( sold at Sephora). I'd love if you tried some of their products!
I have dry dehydrated skin and tried the cerimidin line, and it made my skin soooomuch drier. I was so sad asI know ceremides are supposed to be beneficial, but I needed to stop after a week of using it because it sucked th life out of my skin :( I do not know what was in it that my skin did not like
Stephanie I love your vids and I have for ages. My daughter and I have weeded out anything that's not cruelty free and I think we're at all vegan now. I have always appreciated you for your dedication to cruelty free but I don't know what's happened. I love how you pointed out about the bee venom and snail mucin harvesting, so many people don't care. I am 53 and still have very oily skin prone to small breakouts now and then if I am sick (the flu for instance)🤒, but the products I use never let me down. My main stay is a derma e wash that just keeps everything clear, I use it with my muslin cloths or my Soniclear, it's superb. You've got sooo many products, couldn't you find a way to using only those not tested on animals? I'm sorry if I've offended you I have tremendous respect and admiration for you, but I can't understand this.
Stephanie Nicole do you have any affordable retinol/anti aging creams that you would recommend, specifically under the eyes? I’m in my twenties but prevention is very important. Thanks!
what i've learned from this video : gold is crap glitter is scrap extracting bee venom ain't cruelty free extracting snail mucin ain't cruelty free bells and whistles are crap dyes aren't for protection / anti-oxidation marula oil is not necessarily 70 dollars packaging is beautiful, the extract is ugly. #bellsandwhistles
She DESERVES an award for the MOST HONEST/ MOST INFORMATIONAL/ HIGH QUALITY CONTENT of the year!!! I'm close to her age, and find her suggestions to work 9 times out of 10, and I enjoy her no nonsense personality!!!
Finally someone who isn’t over the moon with Glamglow! And will call a duck a freaking duck 😂 No to GG “skincare”. Thank you for your videos I save 99% if them in their own playlist ❤️❤️❤️
Listen girl. You rock. Love ❤️ your no bullshit attitude. Fed up of twenty year old makeup girls preaching garbage products that they know nothing about. Keep rocking the dragon nails and awesome attitude. 46 year old fan, who appreciates brains and beauty.
Same here! I’ll be 44 in 9 days and I want to watch/listen to someone with knowledge and experience-a boss babe smart woman who knows her stuff. Love ya, Steph!
I love how you wrote exactly which products were cruelty free. I find it really hard to find cruelty free skincare products and really appreciate that you took the time to display that!
Your bee venom story.... is killing me softly. Thousands upon thousands of bee COLONIES are dying. We should be kind to bees and do all we can to help them thrive - NOT TORTURE THEM. :( :( Thank you for this video.
Dr. Jamie Anderson well in all honesty they’re not likely taking away from the bee population... they have heir own bees that otherwise wouldn’t be there. But I agree, it’s unnecessary.
dude... I was about to go to sleep. now I have to grab a note pad and binge btw.... *in my most cliche TH-cam voice* YAAAASSSS Steph is back in her lipsticks again Slaaayyy! (you in soft glosses has been stunning as well.)
I couldn’t agree more about the glitter face mask. It’s gimmicky and draws a clear line in the sand that I will not be purchasing products from them anymore. Same deal as gold in skincare like nah
High quality content all the damn time !!! I love it when you get very detailed about beauty stuff.. like ph levels with stuff or science related !! 🤓🤓
See this is why you are my number one for skin care. I always see these popular beauty channels promote GlamGlow and Tatcha but I never would pay the price for something I now am informed of. Thank you lovely❤️
Oh Steph, you are a blessing and a curse. I finally went for the Dr. Jart Ceramidin (on the Sephora VIB Sale) and got the Starter Kit with the two minis (which after doing some math ends up being NOT good value for the amount you get compared to the full sizes) and ended up LOVING IT. I use a retinol once a week and my skin peels and flakes for the next 5 days which means my skin used to look weird most of the time. Not with this, not anymore. HOWEVER, when I decided to splurge on the full sizes of each, I noticed both are sold out on Sephora, and I blame you. It was your recommendation.Everyone ran to buy it. It was your fault I love it and your fault I can't get it.
They're sold out online, but some stores still have it. My big Sephora doesn't have it, but the JC Penney one does. Call around and maybe you'll find it!
I started dr jart cream but it’s gives me pimples I think .but I am going to give second try because it made my skin smooth and no more dry flakes on my nose .
Great video. I get annoyed when people say “you can just buy all the oils and mix it yourself” without taking into account that the ratio of said oils is precise. I always give the example of baking cookies. cookies all include the same ingredients, but based on the measurements, you’re going to get a completely different cookie.
So happy your back...I know this sounds weird, but I miss the sound of your nails clicking together, lol...it was so pleasing to the ear in my opinion at least. 💅🏾
Drunk me is so excited for a new SN video. I don't even care what you talk about. I just like your voice right now. But seriously you rock. Keep being a smart, snarky makeup expert because I love your dragon nail videos 💅🏼
I LOVE that you talk about the same products when it comes to skincare. I go back to your skincare videos for ideas all of the time (and am now using them to help my mom figure out a routine, since she currently does basically nothing), and seeing that you are still using those products just reinforces that the products work and produce results. I have gotten so many products you have recommended, some from brands that I never would have even heard of without your videos, and I have never been disappointed!
I love you. I love your videos. I love that you don’t care how long your videos are. You take the time to explain everything. You don’t rush through your videos. Thank you! You’re one of the best 💜
This is another example of why you are one of my favorite youtubers, honest and authentic! I especially appreciate that the majority of your favorites are consistent from yearbto year. I know some have a slew of ever changing favorites but that’s not realistic. You are awesome!!
I so appreciate how knowledgable you are about skincare! I've been a consultant with Mary Kay for almost five years and am doing a little market research to find out more about all the non-MK in the world. You know EXACTLY what you're talking about. I appreciate your humor. Can't wait to keep watching your vids.
I have had quite the shitty day today and I'm mentally exhausted from the crying I've unfortunately done. This came at the perfect time. I get to focus on the thing that makes me happy (BEAUTY!) instead of focusing on being sad. Thanks Stephanie!
In regards to the Hot Tools Insta, I would LOVE to see small tutorials on all kinds of hair lengths. Especially on things like curls for short hair or updos/braiding for short hair. I feel like we short hair babes don't get enough love
I can NEVER get enough of your vids. I love the humor, and honesty and lack of drama. Def the kind of people I like to surround myself with no life and also the kind of people I want to watch especially on beauty topics
Your videos are always great and informative, but I really wanted to say THANK YOU for bringing up things other beauty/skincare influencers don’t generally talk about. We need to be aware of what happens when we rinse off that fun glitter mask down the drain, what those little beads in our body wash are made out of, or how companies get those elusive ingredients like squalane, snail mucus or bee venom. Thank you so much for including that information in this video!! ❤️❤️ And I’ve been desperately searching for a new oil with retinol for my super dry skin that isn’t 100 bucks, definitely going to check out the Jordan Samuel facial oil!! THANKS!
I am NOT a Tatcha fan but their beauty Oil has Camellia Japonica which is not the same as Camellia Sinensis (green tea) oil. If you’re looking for a more affordable oil without the gold that actually has Camellia Japonica try Stratia Skin Fortify.- it’s $18 for an oz and contains Camellia Japonica as the first ingredient plus it has borage, swualane. marula, perilla, cranberry, and tamanu oils. It’s a lovely winter oil, I’ve used up two bottles. It’s very rich without being greasy. No irritating essential oils either. Normally I just say buy oils for a supplier like Garden of Wisdom or Lotioncrafter and make your own blend but Camellia Japonica is hard to find and not cheap so Stratia is totally worth it. If I’m gonna spend money on an oil it needs to have oils or ingredients I can’t buy for cheap.
I really want to express my appreciation of your channel for several reasons 1- How informative you are on all your review of your products 2- I am African American and I truly grateful that you show both sides of the coin. 3- You totally speak your mind and not suck up to products for ratings. Thank you for your honesty. All though I am a little late, Happy New You and May your cup of blessings always be overflowing.
I'm so glad I'm not the only one who thinks Glam Glow is a waste of time and money. I, too, have dry skin and I LOVE these videos. Not only do we get to hear your favorites but also background on the products. I love that you're so well versed in skin care and the beauty industry in general. I think you're the only beauty related channel left that isn't a GD side show. Please never get bored with making videos. We need you!
could you PLEASE make a video about neck moisturizers? or just neck skin care in general. i'm obsessed with your skin care videos. very educational and informative, thank you!
nantes getaway you can just use your regular face moisturizer and bring it to your neck... Neck cream, foot cream etc. are just gimmicky products in my opinion
HOW TO USE CURLING IRONS WITH CLIPS, by that I mean the ones that have the barrel and then the metal hinged flap. I've heard varying ways, but I do prefer a clipped iron.
GlamGlow is soooo overrated, I feel bad to anybody whose money had to go down the drain only to benefit the company providing no benefit to the skin. Sounds like parasytic symbiosis to me
Loved this video. As someone who has struggled to find good skincare that is worth it - I truly appreciate the hard work that is put into videos like these. I learned that I can trust you when it comes to skincare since you're so educated on it and don't have an alternative agenda that benefits you - you just want to educate and share and I freaking love it. My skin and I thank you Stef. :)
Stephanie can you do a review on Farmacy skin care (Green Clean & Honey Potion) and the Australian Gold Mineral Lotion Non-Greasy Botanical Face Sunscreen SPF 50 tinted? I have been using these and love them!
Okay this was EPIC. Thank you so much for all your hard work. There is so much valuable information in this video. As the manager of a medical spa for years this is spot on. Thank you!
Regarding the Drunk Elephant Sheer Umbra Tint: WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS NOT DARK SKIN FRIENDLY! 1/4 teaspoon (the recommended amount of sunscreen that you're supposed to put on your face) made me look like I'm wearing a way too light shade of foundation. I ended up looking super ashy. I'm around an NC42 in MAC, so not even that dark on the spectrum. I would highly discourage any dark skinned beauties out there from wasting your money on this product. It might work better for more medium skin tones though! That being said, I'm seriously not trying to detract from Stephanie's video! I'm so appreciative of all the time and effort you put into your videos and I genuinely value your opinion and recommendations.
Hey Stephanie! I was wondering if you’ve ever tried the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay? It comes in a big jar and you mix it with apple cider vinegar (or water) to make a face mask. It’s about $9.00 on amazon and I love it!
My friends and I love this mask. I have extremely dry and sensitive skin and only use it on my forehead and nose, but I definitely see results. My oilier friends really appreciate it for drawing out gunk. I typically don’t see the results from it until a day or two after using it, but it’s great for my forehead, especially since I have bangs.
You are amazing!!!! No one is more raw than you.... and it’s beautiful!!!! Beautiful raw honesty. Intelligent, informed and informative. Plz don’t ever stop being you!!!!!!
This is my first time on your channel and I'm so excited that you're educated on skin care and beauty. So many gurus are giving wrong advice. This was refreshing. I am your newest fan!
Driving down to florida from mass at 3:28am with my sephora giftcards stored safely in my backpack and a 27 hour drive ahead of us...this hour long video is exactly what the doctor ordered. Thanks so much for putting out such amazing content Steph! Have a happy new year :)
I freaking love when you do skincare videos! I'll never get bored of them! Lately, skincare has been my main focus and I am in love with serums and oils. I am also broke, lol. So I'm always looking for affordable skincare, and thanks to your ingredient knowledge and wisdom, I found some oils that I think may be ok dupes for sunday rileys luna and juno. I know your not one to skip on skincare, but for anyone else reading the dupes are from geneva naturals, the retinoid and cellular face oil have similar ingredients and are much more affordable (I purchased from amazon). & no I don't have the OG to compare.
This video is a MUST! I print these out! Stephanie: when the Sephora sale happened, I used my Christmas gift for mostly skin care. I bought for the 1st time: belief moisturizing bomb & Fresh SEABERRY FACE OIL, another tube of the bite agave lip mask, as well as my faves the Shiseido IBUKI line cleanser and moisturizers etc. It was truly a LUXURY to buy these and have a full range of skin care to use, whether I wanted to wear makeup or not. What a difference they make for my 61 yr old skin! Now that I am on Tretanointin (sp?) 0.025 to start I really need the moisture and non drying face wash, as I have peeled twice OMG(!!!). I also bough a Sunday Riley kit but I have not figured out yet when to use what oil, I just have to watch your other videos again... I also have dryish skin but not sensitive, oh I also bought sunscreen for myself and hubby of 40+yrs. I HAVE ENJOYED EVERY MINUTE OF EVERY VIDEO YOU POSTED. Thank you for all your help this year and I wish you and yours the best New Year ever! GRUSS GOTT!
Your skincare videos changed my life! I wasn’t really into any routine when I started watching you. I’ve learned so much and my skin has improved dramatically!! Thank you!
Thank you so much for educating me extensively on skin care. I've learned so much from watching your videos. I really appreciate the time you've spent on your informative videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! You're a true skin saver.
"Glam glow; anything they make" literally made me choke on my drink. I absolutely adore your honesty and straightforwardness when it comes to things you know so much about
I started watching you for makeup and how much info you give out. The skincare info you give is just as good. You are one of the few youtubers I stop everything to watch.
I must say Stephanie that I love your videos they are so in depth. I especially love that you don't forget about deeper skin when you make your comments on products. Like the sunscreens in this video. I followed you because I have dry skin just like you and I was surprised that most of the things you didn't like i also didn't like when i tried them so I def will be trying your favs now. I've been subscribed for a while now but I just had to comment on this video because I just loved it so much. I think that you were one of the best suggestings Jackie Aina has made for people like me with dry skin. Please keep up what you are doing!
I always love your skin care videos. My biggest fail for 2017 was the La Mer moisturizing cream. I purchased this while on a cruise after winning some money from the casino and wanted to treat myself to a 'what I thought' was suppose to be an ultra moisturizing treat. Well, not the case for me. I have dry skin and this wasn't any better than some of the less expensive items I purchased. Now I'm having to finish this off, which I have to add some Seaberry oil to make it more useful to my skin.
The time, effort and passion you put into educating your audience is amazing!! We appreciate it more than you know, we always come here for honesty - just like our skincare we don’t want the added fluff! You rock, thank you so much ❤️❤️
I've been watching your videos for over a year now. I can't get 90% of the items you review where I live. However, I'm such a fan, that I watch them complete just because I appreciate how articulate and intelligent you are. ☺
I literally had to stop the video to comment cause I’m DYINGGGG about the glam glow commentary!! 😂😂 she went IN and didn’t hold back!! 😂😂 I haven’t like glam glow for a while so it’s funny/good to see someone agree that they are trash! 😂
I always appreciate how thorough you are in videos and how you don’t apologize for your opinions. Thank you for all of the information and doing a lot of the research for us.
My fav new product for 2017 is the skinceuticals HA intensifier. It’s so hydrating and plumps your skin. I pair it with skinmedica HA5. Eminence stone crop oxygenating fizzofoliant scrub is a great new find.
I second the Skinceuticals recommendation. I have been putting it on my face and the back of my hands as of late, and it does amazing things for my skin. I will never go without that product again.
I’ve used the Skinmedica HA5 and couldn’t believe the price. It wasn’t as plumping as my Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium lotion, which is a Japanese brand that you can even find on Amazon. It’s under $20, you get a giant bottle, and it has 5 types of hyaluronic acid as well.
Can you do a comparison of acids: 1) Cosrx AhA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner 2) Sunday Riley Good Genes and 3) Tarte Knockout Tingling Treatment How much acid is in each? Which one has the best and worst ingredients? Which one is worth the price tag? You speak so highly of the 2nd and 3rd, but I want to know where you stand on COSRX as well with those two.
I love how you go into detail about why like or dislike a product. It really helps me determine what I’d want to try. Looking forward to the rest of your fav/fail videos.
So happy to see you back! Because of you and your skincare videos I’ve been able to work towards getting my very troubled skin on track. When I say troubled I mean since I was 15 and gave up on dermatologist because of the side of effects of medicine and all the crazy amounts of money I spent without any sort of knowledge of skincare. I love that you tell it like it is, we need more of that! 💜
Hey Stephanie, I absolutely love your channel! Great video. Just one thing to point out, the Sunday Riley CEO uses a different type of vitamin C, oxygen-stable tetrahexydecyl ascorbate (THD ascorbate). It's a patented molecule and it really is the only stable form of vitamin C with better absorption than your typical C (ascorbic acid) found in almost every other C product, as in the Drunk Elephant. It's very cool and has some excellent research. I'm a chemical geek, so I thought you might like to do some research too. Can't wait for the rest of this series!
Clever Name if you would be willing to link some articles I would love to read them. Thank you. From what I have found, your skin needs to covert derivatives to L-AA. Once the conversion is made, it’s normally not a high enough concentration to stimulate collagen. So it may provide some brightening, but no plumping. I do like some derivatives. But from what I’ve read they are just MORE stable. Not 100% stable. And by putting a cream in a pot you dig your fingers in to contaminate & leave wide open for air to oxidize it, I won’t buy a cream more than $40 that is just marketed as a moisturizer in a pot. All other benefits will be lost. I will def check to see if there’s anything new to read ❤️
Here's a few. It's relatively new and has a patent, so there isn't a ton of articles. Basically, the THD converts to L-AA, its just a difference in molecule for stability. Understand what you mean about the pot moisturizer though. I prefer to spend my money on the serum form in a pump. kingdomofyork.com/skinsnob/BV-OSC.pdf practicaldermatology.com/2011/02/building-the-skin-care-regimen-choosing-the-right-ingredients/ beauty-review.nl/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Double%E2%80%90Blind-Half%E2%80%90Face-Study-Comparing-Topical-Vitamin-C-and-Vehicle-for-Rejuvenation-of-Photodamage.pdf
Hi Clever Name Although the form of vitamin C is more stable than pure vitamin C (ascorbic acid), it can still begin breaking down with repeated exposure to light and air. This moisturizer also contains good plant extracts prone to breaking down when exposed to light and air making them useless.
Every time I watch any video from you, I'm always educated about something. When I saw that was an hour, I had to make sure to get work and errands done so I could really take in all the info. Thank you for never shying away from giving an honest opinion and thank you for enlightening your followers about the importance of skin care. I'm an impatient spaz that angrily closes out of videos that are longer than 10 minutes but you are a rare exception for me. I become so consumed by your knowledge and it really makes me appreciate the time and effort you put into your content. You're amazing.
love your channel, sadly I can't get or afford the majority of this products because I'm just a poor teacher in Mexico, but I will get Marula oil, Dr. Jart products and differin gel. Thank you!
angie9222 There are a ton of great affordable products out there! Korean beauty brands like missha, cosrx, Benton, klairs all have great stuff. Just do your research before purchasing! A good acid I use whenever I am trying to stretch out my good genes is derma e overnight peel with aha. It's only $19 and it's a really good , affordable aha lotion!!
I never comment but I adore you! What’s your take on moisturizers, foundations, etc with silicones? I can’t use products with silicone or I get bumps on my skin. A dermatologist told me that silicone can’t block pores because the molecules are too big to fit inside pores, BUT I say that silicone creates a waxy barrier over your skin, and it’s hard to break down silicone with just any cleanser, and that’s how it can block your pores. Kind of like how you described mineral oil. What’s your take on it?? I use the Belif and Drunk Elephant for skin care but I wish more liquid foundations were silicone free. :(
I always watch the length of your videos. I have no issue with them being long, I just prepare to be able to watch them at the right time. 😍 I adore you and love watching everything you do!
Have you tried anything by Herbivore? I don't remember seeing them mentioned in previous videos. I would love to hear your opinion. I personally love their products.
Moisturizers 50:13
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Embryolisse Lait‑Crème Concentré shrsl.com/khaq
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Sunscreen 53:22
Shisedo Senka amzn.to/2EcJoOH
Etude House Airy rstyle.me/n/cv7e89b9si7
Drunk Elephant Umbra rstyle.me/n/cv7e9hb9si7
Obagi Sunshield rstyle.me/n/cv7e9mb9si7
Dr Dennis Gross Mineral Sun Spray rstyle.me/n/cv7e9pb9si7
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Primers 57:52
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Lip Care 59:47
Sara Happ Lip Scrub rstyle.me/n/cv7fadb9si7
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*Laneige Lip Mask rstyle.me/n/cv7fawb9si7
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2:46 am yay! A Stephanie Nicole video!!!!😍
Stephanie Nicole thanks so much for this awesome video. Also, best spf I've tried is the neogen one ( sold at Sephora). I'd love if you tried some of their products!
I have dry dehydrated skin and tried the cerimidin line, and it made my skin soooomuch drier. I was so sad asI know ceremides are supposed to be beneficial, but I needed to stop after a week of using it because it sucked th life out of my skin :( I do not know what was in it that my skin did not like
Stephanie I love your vids and I have for ages. My daughter and I have weeded out anything that's not cruelty free and I think we're at all vegan now. I have always appreciated you for your dedication to cruelty free but I don't know what's happened. I love how you pointed out about the bee venom and snail mucin harvesting, so many people don't care. I am 53 and still have very oily skin prone to small breakouts now and then if I am sick (the flu for instance)🤒, but the products I use never let me down. My main stay is a derma e wash that just keeps everything clear, I use it with my muslin cloths or my Soniclear, it's superb. You've got sooo many products, couldn't you find a way to using only those not tested on animals? I'm sorry if I've offended you I have tremendous respect and admiration for you, but I can't understand this.
Stephanie Nicole do you have any affordable retinol/anti aging creams that you would recommend, specifically under the eyes? I’m in my twenties but prevention is very important. Thanks!
what i've learned from this video :
gold is crap
glitter is scrap
extracting bee venom ain't cruelty free
extracting snail mucin ain't cruelty free
bells and whistles are crap
dyes aren't for protection / anti-oxidation
marula oil is not necessarily 70 dollars
packaging is beautiful, the extract is ugly.
#bellsandwhistles
Almond Psychedelia 🙌🏻
Semen is hydrating 😂😂💀
Almond Psychedelia dont forget to avoid apricot exfoliating scrubs
Almond Psychedelia preach
"The better it smells... be afraid!"
She DESERVES an award for the MOST HONEST/ MOST INFORMATIONAL/ HIGH QUALITY CONTENT of the year!!! I'm close to her age, and find her suggestions to work 9 times out of 10, and I enjoy her no nonsense personality!!!
*THE WAY I RAN TO MY COMPUTER WAS NOT HUMAN* I always get excited when Steph uploads
JustMatty 🙏🏻😘😘😘
Over an hour of goodness!! :)
Ikr
Saaaame❤️
Finally someone who isn’t over the moon with Glamglow! And will call a duck a freaking duck 😂 No to GG “skincare”. Thank you for your videos I save 99% if them in their own playlist ❤️❤️❤️
Amber Barton GG is expensive garbage. My sister works at Sephora, and she’s always giving away, or throwing out her GG gratis
Glam Glow
Anything they make
that shit has me dying.
A whole hour for just skincare wow this is seriously what dreams are made of
Anne Meredith thanks for watching Anne!
Anne Meredith 💯
Anne Meredith this is a stupid statement but my name is Meredith Anne. And skincare is kickass
Stephanie going in on Glamglow is my aesthetic.
Janelle glamglow is such a joke. If you look at the ingredients all their products are such garbage. Ugh.
GlamGlow really does need to be dragged for their nonsense.
SHE CAME FOR THEM
I was so conflicted cause I totally agree with her......but I love the duel cleanser lol I'm probably gonna buy it again
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Listen girl. You rock. Love ❤️ your no bullshit attitude. Fed up of twenty year old makeup girls preaching garbage products that they know nothing about. Keep rocking the dragon nails and awesome attitude. 46 year old fan, who appreciates brains and beauty.
Same! Plus she totally nailed it on that Sunday Riley CEO stuff :D
Amen
Same here! I’ll be 44 in 9 days and I want to watch/listen to someone with knowledge and experience-a boss babe smart woman who knows her stuff. Love ya, Steph!
Same!!!
🏂🏂🏂I might be in the minority here but i would ADORE a snowboarding video. Favorite spots, favorite gear, pre-shred beauty routine, etc.
I love how you wrote exactly which products were cruelty free. I find it really hard to find cruelty free skincare products and really appreciate that you took the time to display that!
Briana Gabrielle This for me is so ridiculous because in Italy every company HAS to be cruelty free or they can’t sell their product.
thats so awesome! we really need that law everywhere!
Your bee venom story.... is killing me softly. Thousands upon thousands of bee COLONIES are dying. We should be kind to bees and do all we can to help them thrive - NOT TORTURE THEM.
:( :( Thank you for this video.
Dr. Jamie Anderson do bees register pain?
Dr. Jamie Anderson well in all honesty they’re not likely taking away from the bee population... they have heir own bees that otherwise wouldn’t be there. But I agree, it’s unnecessary.
Dr. Jamie Anderson yes!!! #savethebees
dude... I was about to go to sleep. now I have to grab a note pad and binge
btw.... *in my most cliche TH-cam voice* YAAAASSSS Steph is back in her lipsticks again Slaaayyy! (you in soft glosses has been stunning as well.)
Dannielle E literally the same
I was about to sleep too! Oh well XD
literally sitting here with a note pad and pen lmao!
Me too
Dannielle E 😂 I’ve missed my lipsticks. Almost done with Invisalign. So I’m not as worried about staining them now. ❤️
Who else.paused the video and went right over to her mama's page 😍😍😍 showing love!!!
Brooklin Bernek I did I love their products
Me 🙋🏼🙋🏼🙋🏼❤️❤️
Sure did! Love Ma Dukes! 💗
I did and I added a couple of things to my cart!
A big shout out to Mama Dukes 😍😘
I wish there was an oily, blackhead prone version of Stephanie Nicole.
I couldn’t agree more about the glitter face mask. It’s gimmicky and draws a clear line in the sand that I will not be purchasing products from them anymore. Same deal as gold in skincare like nah
The best 1 hour and 4 minutes I’ve spent! ❤️ I feel so Skin smart now 😉
Yeah!!! Love ur channel too💕
Love your channel!
Thank you for watching ❤️
Love your channel too! Been watching since the beginning.
High quality content all the damn time !!! I love it when you get very detailed about beauty stuff.. like ph levels with stuff or science related !! 🤓🤓
Liliana Almonte saaaaame!!! 😍👌🏼
Liliana Almonte 👏🏻
See this is why you are my number one for skin care. I always see these popular beauty channels promote GlamGlow and Tatcha but I never would pay the price for something I now am informed of. Thank you lovely❤️
Oh Steph, you are a blessing and a curse. I finally went for the Dr. Jart Ceramidin (on the Sephora VIB Sale) and got the Starter Kit with the two minis (which after doing some math ends up being NOT good value for the amount you get compared to the full sizes) and ended up LOVING IT. I use a retinol once a week and my skin peels and flakes for the next 5 days which means my skin used to look weird most of the time. Not with this, not anymore. HOWEVER, when I decided to splurge on the full sizes of each, I noticed both are sold out on Sephora, and I blame you. It was your recommendation.Everyone ran to buy it. It was your fault I love it and your fault I can't get it.
Which retinol do you use?
😂 I am happy to hear you like it. Thank you for watching ❤️
They're sold out online, but some stores still have it. My big Sephora doesn't have it, but the JC Penney one does. Call around and maybe you'll find it!
I started dr jart cream but it’s gives me pimples I think .but I am going to give second try because it made my skin smooth and no more dry flakes on my nose .
Great video. I get annoyed when people say “you can just buy all the oils and mix it yourself” without taking into account that the ratio of said oils is precise. I always give the example of baking cookies. cookies all include the same ingredients, but based on the measurements, you’re going to get a completely different cookie.
So happy your back...I know this sounds weird, but I miss the sound of your nails clicking together, lol...it was so pleasing to the ear in my opinion at least. 💅🏾
blue1491 Haha I thought I was the only one!
Drunk me is so excited for a new SN video. I don't even care what you talk about. I just like your voice right now. But seriously you rock. Keep being a smart, snarky makeup expert because I love your dragon nail videos 💅🏼
Update: I'm super hungover (damn vodka) and I DO care what you talk about 😘
I'm struggling to sleep and was getting annoyed, then I saw an hour long upload from you and I don't mind my sleepless night anymore!
Hannah Usher me too lol
I LOVE that you talk about the same products when it comes to skincare. I go back to your skincare videos for ideas all of the time (and am now using them to help my mom figure out a routine, since she currently does basically nothing), and seeing that you are still using those products just reinforces that the products work and produce results. I have gotten so many products you have recommended, some from brands that I never would have even heard of without your videos, and I have never been disappointed!
I love you. I love your videos. I love that you don’t care how long your videos are. You take the time to explain everything. You don’t rush through your videos. Thank you! You’re one of the best 💜
your makeup looks extra stunning today
Yes! Her contour, her blush, her highlight!
Thank you so much ❤️
Thank you for outing glamglow. They have gotten super gimmicky and just putting out junk with a high price tag.
I'm 34 and my skin has improved so much because of your affordable skin care video. Thank you so much for that!
This is another example of why you are one of my favorite youtubers, honest and authentic! I especially appreciate that the majority of your favorites are consistent from yearbto year. I know some have a slew of ever changing favorites but that’s not realistic. You are awesome!!
I so appreciate how knowledgable you are about skincare! I've been a consultant with Mary Kay for almost five years and am doing a little market research to find out more about all the non-MK in the world. You know EXACTLY what you're talking about. I appreciate your humor. Can't wait to keep watching your vids.
I have had quite the shitty day today and I'm mentally exhausted from the crying I've unfortunately done. This came at the perfect time. I get to focus on the thing that makes me happy (BEAUTY!) instead of focusing on being sad. Thanks Stephanie!
In regards to the Hot Tools Insta, I would LOVE to see small tutorials on all kinds of hair lengths. Especially on things like curls for short hair or updos/braiding for short hair. I feel like we short hair babes don't get enough love
I can NEVER get enough of your vids. I love the humor, and honesty and lack of drama. Def the kind of people I like to surround myself with no life and also the kind of people I want to watch especially on beauty topics
Your videos are always great and informative, but I really wanted to say THANK YOU for bringing up things other beauty/skincare influencers don’t generally talk about. We need to be aware of what happens when we rinse off that fun glitter mask down the drain, what those little beads in our body wash are made out of, or how companies get those elusive ingredients like squalane, snail mucus or bee venom. Thank you so much for including that information in this video!! ❤️❤️
And I’ve been desperately searching for a new oil with retinol for my super dry skin that isn’t 100 bucks, definitely going to check out the Jordan Samuel facial oil!! THANKS!
I am NOT a Tatcha fan but their beauty Oil has Camellia Japonica which is not the same as Camellia Sinensis (green tea) oil. If you’re looking for a more affordable oil without the gold that actually has Camellia Japonica try Stratia Skin Fortify.- it’s $18 for an oz and contains Camellia Japonica as the first ingredient plus it has borage, swualane. marula, perilla, cranberry, and tamanu oils. It’s a lovely winter oil, I’ve used up two bottles. It’s very rich without being greasy. No irritating essential oils either. Normally I just say buy oils for a supplier like Garden of Wisdom or Lotioncrafter and make your own blend but Camellia Japonica is hard to find and not cheap so Stratia is totally worth it. If I’m gonna spend money on an oil it needs to have oils or ingredients I can’t buy for cheap.
Mira Aguirre love Stratia! Liquid Gold is my jam. So happy to support a local gal!
Where can i buy this product u talk about
Would love to see your thoughts on Glossier as a brand
She likes their jelly cleanser
She like the Jelly cleanser as a more affordable option and when she couldn’t get the NUDE for a while she had use that for a while.
I have a new years wish... I would love to see you and Caroline Hirons in conversation.
Gohr I totally agree with you that would be fantastic , both of them are so knowledgeable and passionate about skincare !!
I would love this!
I ship this so hard.
The longer the better. Love your videos. I appreciate all the time you spend making them. Thank you, thank you.
I really want to express my appreciation of your channel for several reasons 1- How informative you are on all your review of your products 2- I am African American and I truly grateful that you show both sides of the coin. 3- You totally speak your mind and not suck up to products for ratings. Thank you for your honesty. All though I am a little late, Happy New You and May your cup of blessings always be overflowing.
Seriously the best hour I've spent on TH-cam
Meena1587- I look forward to this video every year! I’m so happy it’s a full series this year- can’t wait for the next installment 💕
You're on top of food chain when it comes yo skincare & makeup. . .very reliable i appreciate your honesty. . .
Literally turned my light off to go to sleep, then I saw this video. I'll go to sleep in an hour and four minutes!
I'm so glad I'm not the only one who thinks Glam Glow is a waste of time and money. I, too, have dry skin and I LOVE these videos. Not only do we get to hear your favorites but also background on the products. I love that you're so well versed in skin care and the beauty industry in general. I think you're the only beauty related channel left that isn't a GD side show. Please never get bored with making videos. We need you!
could you PLEASE make a video about neck moisturizers? or just neck skin care in general. i'm obsessed with your skin care videos. very educational and informative, thank you!
nantes getaway you can just use your regular face moisturizer and bring it to your neck... Neck cream, foot cream etc. are just gimmicky products in my opinion
HOW TO USE CURLING IRONS WITH CLIPS, by that I mean the ones that have the barrel and then the metal hinged flap. I've heard varying ways, but I do prefer a clipped iron.
A better oil with Blue Tansy is the Herbivore Lapis Oil, by far. It's all natural (no added dyes or anything), tho not much cheaper.
GlamGlow is soooo overrated, I feel bad to anybody whose money had to go down the drain only to benefit the company providing no benefit to the skin. Sounds like parasytic symbiosis to me
Almond Psychedelia I got sucked in at 1st I must admit but wised up real quick
Agree
Omg I was too excited when she went IN on glam glow. Their brand is all about gimmicks not skincare.
Almond Psychedelia the glitter masks pissed me off.
I so wish everyone on TH-cam was as educated and informative as you are. Seriously cannot WAIT for the rest of your “best of 2017” videos!!
An hour long video from Stephanie Nicole about skincare?! Literally all I need in life. Yaaaay! Happy new year, Stephanie! You look stunning!
Why you do dis to me so late at night 😭
I know....i got an alert and it was her.....so here i am...in my jammies
Hope you don’t have to work tmr
Savvy Beauty we can sleep when we are dead! I’m just kidding. My tired but went to bed right after I posted 😂
Stephanie Nicole yeah I may have watched a bit then went to sleep lol time to finish watching
Loved this video. As someone who has struggled to find good skincare that is worth it - I truly appreciate the hard work that is put into videos like these. I learned that I can trust you when it comes to skincare since you're so educated on it and don't have an alternative agenda that benefits you - you just want to educate and share and I freaking love it. My skin and I thank you Stef. :)
Saaaame! Was just about to go to bed when I saw this! *Quickly grabs notepad and sits in front of the tv* Love you Stephanie!
Stephanie can you do a review on Farmacy skin care (Green Clean & Honey Potion) and the Australian Gold Mineral Lotion Non-Greasy Botanical Face Sunscreen SPF 50 tinted? I have been using these and love them!
Okay this was EPIC. Thank you so much for all your hard work. There is so much valuable information in this video. As the manager of a medical spa for years this is spot on.
Thank you!
Woke up to a notification, I never got out of bed so fast! Still sat in bed with a coffee and look forward to watching
Regarding the Drunk Elephant Sheer Umbra Tint: WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS NOT DARK SKIN FRIENDLY! 1/4 teaspoon (the recommended amount of sunscreen that you're supposed to put on your face) made me look like I'm wearing a way too light shade of foundation. I ended up looking super ashy. I'm around an NC42 in MAC, so not even that dark on the spectrum. I would highly discourage any dark skinned beauties out there from wasting your money on this product. It might work better for more medium skin tones though!
That being said, I'm seriously not trying to detract from Stephanie's video! I'm so appreciative of all the time and effort you put into your videos and I genuinely value your opinion and recommendations.
phrenic-ingout thanks for the tip!!! I'm still trying to find spf that doesn't make me look like Casper
Thanks for the heads up! Have you found any physical sunblocks that don't leave you ashy?
Thanks for info since I am same shade.
It worked for me tho I am nc42/44
Thanks for the warning.
Hey Stephanie! I was wondering if you’ve ever tried the Aztec Secret Indian Healing Clay? It comes in a big jar and you mix it with apple cider vinegar (or water) to make a face mask. It’s about $9.00 on amazon and I love it!
Grace Mosby I want to know as well this salon I go to uses this stuff
I want to ask about that too 🙋🏻
Does nothing for me unfortunately
My friends and I love this mask. I have extremely dry and sensitive skin and only use it on my forehead and nose, but I definitely see results. My oilier friends really appreciate it for drawing out gunk. I typically don’t see the results from it until a day or two after using it, but it’s great for my forehead, especially since I have bangs.
You are amazing!!!! No one is more raw than you.... and it’s beautiful!!!! Beautiful raw honesty. Intelligent, informed and informative. Plz don’t ever stop being you!!!!!!
This is my first time on your channel and I'm so excited that you're educated on skin care and beauty. So many gurus are giving wrong advice. This was refreshing. I am your newest fan!
Driving down to florida from mass at 3:28am with my sephora giftcards stored safely in my backpack and a 27 hour drive ahead of us...this hour long video is exactly what the doctor ordered. Thanks so much for putting out such amazing content Steph! Have a happy new year :)
I freaking love when you do skincare videos! I'll never get bored of them! Lately, skincare has been my main focus and I am in love with serums and oils. I am also broke, lol. So I'm always looking for affordable skincare, and thanks to your ingredient knowledge and wisdom, I found some oils that I think may be ok dupes for sunday rileys luna and juno. I know your not one to skip on skincare, but for anyone else reading the dupes are from geneva naturals, the retinoid and cellular face oil have similar ingredients and are much more affordable (I purchased from amazon). & no I don't have the OG to compare.
Gonna check out those recommendations, thanks. She has an affordable skin care video too. Really good, check it out.
This video is a MUST! I print these out! Stephanie: when the Sephora sale happened, I used my Christmas gift for mostly skin care. I bought for the 1st time: belief moisturizing bomb & Fresh SEABERRY FACE OIL, another tube of the bite agave lip mask, as well as my faves the Shiseido IBUKI line cleanser and moisturizers etc. It was truly a LUXURY to buy these and have a full range of skin care to use, whether I wanted to wear makeup or not. What a difference they make for my 61 yr old skin! Now that I am on Tretanointin (sp?) 0.025 to start I really need the moisture and non drying face wash, as I have peeled twice OMG(!!!). I also bough a Sunday Riley kit but I have not figured out yet when to use what oil, I just have to watch your other videos again... I also have dryish skin but not sensitive, oh I also bought sunscreen for myself and hubby of 40+yrs. I HAVE ENJOYED EVERY MINUTE OF EVERY VIDEO YOU POSTED. Thank you for all your help this year and I wish you and yours the best New Year ever! GRUSS GOTT!
Your skincare videos changed my life! I wasn’t really into any routine when I started watching you. I’ve learned so much and my skin has improved dramatically!! Thank you!
Thank you so much for educating me extensively on skin care. I've learned so much from watching your videos. I really appreciate the time you've spent on your informative videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us! You're a true skin saver.
Stephanie back at it again with the late night uploads, sleep can wait.
I'd love to know what you think of Paula's Choice skin care products.
Seriously love the amount of details you give! 🤓🤓🤓
"Glam glow; anything they make" literally made me choke on my drink. I absolutely adore your honesty and straightforwardness when it comes to things you know so much about
I started watching you for makeup and how much info you give out. The skincare info you give is just as good. You are one of the few youtubers I stop everything to watch.
I must say Stephanie that I love your videos they are so in depth. I especially love that you don't forget about deeper skin when you make your comments on products. Like the sunscreens in this video. I followed you because I have dry skin just like you and I was surprised that most of the things you didn't like i also didn't like when i tried them so I def will be trying your favs now. I've been subscribed for a while now but I just had to comment on this video because I just loved it so much. I think that you were one of the best suggestings Jackie Aina has made for people like me with dry skin.
Please keep up what you are doing!
Love your authenticity. It's so rare these days.
YES!!! Getting a snack, my makeup wipes, and gettin' down to bidness watchin' Miss Stephanie break it down!
I bought that Tarte Knockout based on your recommendation, Stephanie, and it's ACE. I love it. My skin has never felt so soft.
I love how natural, no bullshit and genuine your vibe is. Could watch for hours
Thanks for the chance Steph I need a good curling iron my hair is to my butt and I always just put it up. I gave my thoughts. Thanks again.
I always love your skin care videos. My biggest fail for 2017 was the La Mer moisturizing cream. I purchased this while on a cruise after winning some money from the casino and wanted to treat myself to a 'what I thought' was suppose to be an ultra moisturizing treat. Well, not the case for me. I have dry skin and this wasn't any better than some of the less expensive items I purchased. Now I'm having to finish this off, which I have to add some Seaberry oil to make it more useful to my skin.
Thank you for bringing up about nut shells in cleansers/exfoliators. Scars scratches and destroys skin. Ridiculous.
The time, effort and passion you put into educating your audience is amazing!! We appreciate it more than you know, we always come here for honesty - just like our skincare we don’t want the added fluff! You rock, thank you so much ❤️❤️
I've been watching your videos for over a year now. I can't get 90% of the items you review where I live. However, I'm such a fan, that I watch them complete just because I appreciate how articulate and intelligent you are. ☺
Would love to know what you think of the Clinique Fresh Pressed 7-Day System with Pure Vitamin C :)
I love the Drunk Elephant tinted Sunscreen, I even use it on no makeup makeup days as a light base when I am running out the door in 5 minutes.
I literally had to stop the video to comment cause I’m DYINGGGG about the glam glow commentary!! 😂😂 she went IN and didn’t hold back!! 😂😂 I haven’t like glam glow for a while so it’s funny/good to see someone agree that they are trash! 😂
Terrance Williams must be why they are given as free gifts! Gee, thanks for this glitter shit!
I always appreciate how thorough you are in videos and how you don’t apologize for your opinions. Thank you for all of the information and doing a lot of the research for us.
Are you going to do an updated AM and PM step by step routine!!? I hope so!! Your videos are my skincare “school”!!! I love them!!! 😍
My fav new product for 2017 is the skinceuticals HA intensifier. It’s so hydrating and plumps your skin. I pair it with skinmedica HA5. Eminence stone crop oxygenating fizzofoliant scrub is a great new find.
I second the Skinceuticals recommendation. I have been putting it on my face and the back of my hands as of late, and it does amazing things for my skin. I will never go without that product again.
My new favorite product is the Skinmedica TNS serum, even if it is made from fore skin! 😂 The HA5 has been a lifesaver too.
I’ve used the Skinmedica HA5 and couldn’t believe the price. It wasn’t as plumping as my Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium lotion, which is a Japanese brand that you can even find on Amazon. It’s under $20, you get a giant bottle, and it has 5 types of hyaluronic acid as well.
I have the eminence stone crop try it kit in my cart and keep putting off buying it because I haven't heard many people talk about it!
Can you do a comparison of acids: 1) Cosrx AhA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner 2) Sunday Riley Good Genes and 3) Tarte Knockout Tingling Treatment
How much acid is in each? Which one has the best and worst ingredients? Which one is worth the price tag?
You speak so highly of the 2nd and 3rd, but I want to know where you stand on COSRX as well with those two.
oh, and 4) Paula's Choice AHA/BHA Please and Thank you! Also, HAPPY NEW YEAR!! :)
You gonna make me broke Stephanie...but at least my skin and makeup will be popping 😂😂
I love how you go into detail about why like or dislike a product. It really helps me determine what I’d want to try. Looking forward to the rest of your fav/fail videos.
So happy to see you back! Because of you and your skincare videos I’ve been able to work towards getting my very troubled skin on track. When I say troubled I mean since I was 15 and gave up on dermatologist because of the side of effects of medicine and all the crazy amounts of money I spent without any sort of knowledge of skincare. I love that you tell it like it is, we need more of that! 💜
1:48AM right now, and i will be staying up until 2:48AM to finish this!
Sookki Kim you’ll miss 4:07
Hey Stephanie, I absolutely love your channel! Great video. Just one thing to point out, the Sunday Riley CEO uses a different type of vitamin C, oxygen-stable tetrahexydecyl ascorbate (THD ascorbate). It's a patented molecule and it really is the only stable form of vitamin C with better absorption than your typical C (ascorbic acid) found in almost every other C product, as in the Drunk Elephant. It's very cool and has some excellent research. I'm a chemical geek, so I thought you might like to do some research too. Can't wait for the rest of this series!
Clever Name if you would be willing to link some articles I would love to read them. Thank you. From what I have found, your skin needs to covert derivatives to L-AA. Once the conversion is made, it’s normally not a high enough concentration to stimulate collagen. So it may provide some brightening, but no plumping. I do like some derivatives. But from what I’ve read they are just MORE stable. Not 100% stable. And by putting a cream in a pot you dig your fingers in to contaminate & leave wide open for air to oxidize it, I won’t buy a cream more than $40 that is just marketed as a moisturizer in a pot. All other benefits will be lost. I will def check to see if there’s anything new to read ❤️
Here's a few. It's relatively new and has a patent, so there isn't a ton of articles. Basically, the THD converts to L-AA, its just a difference in molecule for stability. Understand what you mean about the pot moisturizer though. I prefer to spend my money on the serum form in a pump.
kingdomofyork.com/skinsnob/BV-OSC.pdf
practicaldermatology.com/2011/02/building-the-skin-care-regimen-choosing-the-right-ingredients/
beauty-review.nl/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Double%E2%80%90Blind-Half%E2%80%90Face-Study-Comparing-Topical-Vitamin-C-and-Vehicle-for-Rejuvenation-of-Photodamage.pdf
Hi Clever Name Although the form of vitamin C is more stable than pure vitamin C (ascorbic acid), it can still begin breaking down with repeated exposure to light and air. This moisturizer also contains good plant extracts prone to breaking down when exposed to light and air making them useless.
Stephanie .... I fricken love your tude & vast knowledge!
You have helped me so much with my skin!
Thank you!
The only person whose video I'd watch at this length no questions asked! Thanks for being so uncompromisingly thorough!
Every time I watch any video from you, I'm always educated about something. When I saw that was an hour, I had to make sure to get work and errands done so I could really take in all the info. Thank you for never shying away from giving an honest opinion and thank you for enlightening your followers about the importance of skin care. I'm an impatient spaz that angrily closes out of videos that are longer than 10 minutes but you are a rare exception for me. I become so consumed by your knowledge and it really makes me appreciate the time and effort you put into your content. You're amazing.
love your channel, sadly I can't get or afford the majority of this products because I'm just a poor teacher in Mexico, but I will get Marula oil, Dr. Jart products and differin gel. Thank you!
angie9222 There are a ton of great affordable products out there! Korean beauty brands like missha, cosrx, Benton, klairs all have great stuff. Just do your research before purchasing! A good acid I use whenever I am trying to stretch out my good genes is derma e overnight peel with aha. It's only $19 and it's a really good , affordable aha lotion!!
Whitney Belanger yes I know and I have some products of those brands, I just was mentioning some things that she said in this video.
Whitney Belanger and angie9222 Cosrx AhA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner sounds just like this 'Tarte Tingling Toner'.. perhaps take a look at that?
I always get so excited when I get a notification that you uploaded!! Love you Stef hope you had a merry Christmas and wish you a happy new year!!
I never comment but I adore you! What’s your take on moisturizers, foundations, etc with silicones? I can’t use products with silicone or I get bumps on my skin. A dermatologist told me that silicone can’t block pores because the molecules are too big to fit inside pores, BUT I say that silicone creates a waxy barrier over your skin, and it’s hard to break down silicone with just any cleanser, and that’s how it can block your pores. Kind of like how you described mineral oil. What’s your take on it?? I use the Belif and Drunk Elephant for skin care but I wish more liquid foundations were silicone free. :(
I can't take silicones either😒
FemmeFatale me too!!!
Same here🙋🏻
I always watch the length of your videos. I have no issue with them being long, I just prepare to be able to watch them at the right time. 😍 I adore you and love watching everything you do!
Have you tried anything by Herbivore? I don't remember seeing them mentioned in previous videos. I would love to hear your opinion. I personally love their products.