I’m a quiet subscriber but I really have to say every time I see your intro it makes me feel like I’m on a vacation. It just makes me escape life for those 20 seconds.
I’m glad your lights aren’t super bright! We can actually see what you really look like!! Hate when they use so much light they look flawless. Your good on lighting
This is the first eyeshadow palette that's peaked my interest in ages so I'm happy to watch this review. I feel like the makeup industry is so inundated with new items that nothing is special anymore.
Me too! When I first saw the colors in this palette I KNEW I wanted it. I haven’t had that reaction in like ... a year? Maybe longer? I’m an 80s/90s kid so this Norvina palette gave me Lisa Frank vibes and I’m all over it! 🦄 I love the girly pinks & purples but I especially love how they’re grounded with mustard & burgundy mattes. It’s bubbly and fun yet totally wearable for work/daytime.
Ik what you mean like every palette I’ve seen that’s “new” is just another warm tone or nude tone palette with colors that almost everyone has. This palette is so unique with its colors and it’s really good.
I never care about how long you take between videos. You have a full time job and a life. I know you’ll always be back with great content. I am looking forward to getting this pallet (I’ve been bored with makeup releases lately). As far as content I say wait until you get inspired so it doesn’t feel like a chore. I like chatty GRWMs.
I agree. I hate forced content, like people have to put on an act and come up with bs just to pump out videos. I’d rather see someone real putting out real content.
Stephanie, your eyeshadow palette reviews are the go-to! Your super thoughtful and technical assessments are a staple, and we need you!🤓 Thank you so, so much for doing this for us. You are deeply appreciated!😍
I would love to watch a video about your tattoos, you talking about when you got them and what they mean to you. Not sure if that's something you feel comfortable talking about, but if you do, I'd definitely watch that.
Would you consider doing a review or a tutorial with the ColourPop zodiac palette?? I can’t wait to start seeing the different looks people come up with it since the colors are so fun together!
Can I just say that apart from this thorough review, I also enjoy just how very positive the comments section is here!? It’s such a pleasant channel experience! Thank you!
VIDEO IDEAS: I would love to see a video on your Holy Grails of make up. ALSO do you do any "panning"? I'd love to know your thoughts on make up panning and your philosophy. It would be fun to get to know more of your thoughts. I love your research based style and would love to know more of your opinion on make up. ALSO. Bring back talking about "Pam". (You did it once but it still cracks me up thinking about it) I love your sassy attitude! A GRWM /story time of your every day life would be fun. I really love your personality and enjoy when you really inject your full thoughts in videos.
Mira Parker yes I know and i constantly go back to them. But wouldn't it be cool to see a few more throughout the year...maybe based on the seasons? I know my favorite products change based on the seasons.
I love how informative your videos are- you don’t only share your opinion but actual true facts. I’m so happy to see your face back here and hope you find ideas to keep filming! I adore your skincare reviews, I quote them to my friends and family regularly- you’ve taught me so much valuable information :) Other things I’d love to see: Updated skin care, fave companies and why/ingredients you stay away from, Korean skincare, dental hygiene routine, EYESHADOW LOOKS FOR SPECIFIC EYE COLOR, highlighters for different skin shades and skin types. And a fun one: maybe what items you would replace first if you lost your entire makeup collection :) Thank you for being here and teaching us all so much
Hey Stephanie, I always admire your beautiful nails and wonder how they come out this perfect, so I would really appreciate an in-depth information video on nail care and polishes etc.! Thank you, wonderful dragon-nail lady!
Obviously it’s up to you as you might want to keep it really private But I’d love to see the occasional ‘Day in the life of Steph’ video You’re such a hard working woman who gives your 100% in every aspect of life and I think it’d be something different to see, rather than the more basic youtubers daily vlogs where they don’t do that much I understand you can’t share everything but even seeing how you organise your day and fit in the necessities like food/maintaining your home and trying to squeeze in a social life would be cool😅 as much as I love makeup reviews, the people who continue to come back to your videos are here for you and your amazing personality Love you! X
Hi Stephanie! You had said you feel uninspired, but I know I speak for everyone when I say your reviews are the most honest and down to earth. I get so excited when you have a hyped palette review. I wish you were the first to review everything! So excited to watch the skin care stuff you mentioned. Much love!
I’d love to see you review / talk about Korean skin care/makeup like etude house or tonymoly - especially since they’re very popular here now but I can’t really find a ton of research/testimonials in English that properly explain the products.
MJTheEnigma have you been on Reddit Asian Beauty? The search function will answer almost any question you can think of but you can also ask questions. I also love blogs like Skin and Tonic (she’s on hiatus but check out her past reviews and routine), Fifty Shades of Snail, and Snow White and the Asian Pear. Also Gothamista here on YT.
As a white person with really fair skin I'm always interested to see how shadows/blush ect will show on darker skin tones. And I'm so glad that Stephanie and Ripley take the time to get pictures!! I do wish that companies would use models with darker complexions though something closer to the deep and deep dark tones instead of the deeper tan tones. *This was in no was meant to be offensive* - I'm not very good with words - they don't always come out on paper as they are in my head...
Same. I’m pale, with freckles. I can’t wear blush or highlight without looking ridiculous. I’m envious of woc when it comes to these products. Highlighters, especially, gives darker skin just the most gorgeous glow!
Allie G , I loved it aswell :) I thought that the liquid highlighter looked absolutely HEAVENLY on the deeper tones ❤️ The shimmer and shine on the models skin was so gorgeous 😍😍😍
I’d like to really thank you for being an amazing TH-camr! You’re one of the only beauty gurus whose recommendations I trust, you tell us the truth even if it makes brands or other gurus dislike you or whatever.
Also I’m planning to go to Umass Amherst (I think you mentioned going there) and if you feel comfortable it would be totally cool for you to make a video about your experience at the school and classes and the fooood!
I say this over and over, but I'll say it again: I don't think ANYONE has as much attention to detail as Stephanie. She's truly amazing. These types of reviews SHOULD be the norm, but Stephanie is our beloved hidden treasure of knowledge
Could you start reviewing eyeshadow palettes from smaller, lesser known companies? I've seen a couple palettes on Instagram that look GORGEOUS but dont have many reviews. Try the slush palette from September rose cosmetics and the carnival palette from bperfectcosmetics. edit: also try any of Ace Beaute Cosmetics!
Thanks for this honest, professional review! I knew this palette wasn’t for me from the first pictures I saw, but as a Beauty lover, collector, and person who gets FOMO, I still considered it. Thanks for helping me realize I don’t need it! I find that if I just wait a little bit for reviews to come out, hype to die down, I forget about it! Also you look so fresh here omg
Hello, Stephanie, I really love your style of review. You are very thorough and informative. You really are so beautiful 😍. I’ve been subscribed for a while!! You are the queen 👑.
Empties, hauls, your older series that incorporate different colours, get ready with me videos, favourites... I miss all of those:) back to the basics!
Welcome back! I would love to see your suggestions for skin care for those of us that just really literally cannot afford things in the $40+ range per product. That or I would love to see a video about products that perhaps you liked but now like less or don't really use or products you disliked but maybe have changed your mind on. And feel free to unplug whenever - I honestly don't care about having upload schedules or frequencies. XOXO
I’d love you to do a whole video series focusing on learning more about the business side of beauty! You have such a unique perspective and I always find it so interesting when you incorporate that
Stephanie these shadows are BEAUTIFUL on you! These are different from what I’m used to seeing on you. LOVE IT! Thanks so much 😊. Have a great weekend!
I like the way you did it this time, Stephanie! It was like you were using the colors on one side that you didn’t care for on one side and then the ones you loved on the other, plus the next day we get to see another look! Loved it! Also, I would love to see a series on setting powders. Testing them, what ingredients make them perform like they do. Why they crease, short/long wear time, don’t set your base, etc. Do series on every stage of makeup and why some products work and others don’t, to see if there are common ingredients in those products that are making or breaking them.
So glad to hear you can unplug and take time to expand your life in different adventures,such as physical fitness,so necessary to also help our mentality. I've said it before, you're a true role model, keep kicking ass 🤣🤘
I would love to, but my sleeve is all for my family & things I love. I get enough scrutiny, I don't think I want to open that part of my life up for people to talk shit. I try to keep a decent part of my personal life, private. But I would be happy to do a tattoo care video if you would like ❤️
Stephanie Nicole I completely understand about the trolls. "Don't feed the trolls" is a great philosophy & one of things I like about your channel. A tattoo care video is a great idea. Of course, I would watch you put wall paper.
Stephanie Nicole yes, a tattoo care one would be great! I got one a month ago and I had (am having?) a hard time taking care of it the first couple of days... I've been told so many different things, but it would still be insightful to hear your advice!
Your educational videos (like brushes, undertones, color theory and etc) are quite unique and very informative. There are lots of subjects that we could get more information about and I you do research and organize the script of the videos so well, that it would really super cool see more of those videos. One that would be super nice is "skin care 101". How to organize a routine, what is needed and what each step does for the skin (and body, because I almost do not see people talking about body products in depth). And your hair is gorgeous. You could share the products you use and which ones you would recommend.
Hell yeah girl! I loved this. I really appreciate that you did put in a bit more of your personality in the video (like in the beginning). I know you are not particularly comfortable talking about your personal life, but even just talking about how you are doing lately for 30 seconds or so really is nice to see. Also, I am excited for this palette. Purples and pinks capture my attention but I've not tried them in eyeshadows before (I mostly use the colors in decor or clothes), so this really is an exciting launch for me.
I just love your reviews, so well researched and fully tested. ABH isn’t even in my price range but I gain so much knowledge from your vids that I watched from beginning to end. Great job!
I personally love when you review products. Channels like yours help me with purchases so I don’t end up wasting my money!! You’ve been spot on with your descriptions and reviews. I’ve been missing your liquid lipstick reviews, though!!!!!
I'm new to your channel and I love how you demonstrate application of the product. I am 56 and am trying to update my look. I wear glasses and have very hooded eyes, so I have stopped wearing anything but matte shades. I will put a small amount of a highlighter in the corner of my eyes. I really feel like I have watched a documentary on this palette! Your videos are amazing. Looking forward to more videos from you...
I love your reviews in general. Eyeshadow palettes are my favorite for you to review, of course, bc I'm an eyeshadow whore...but Id love for you to review any products bc I not only trust you, but love your style of reviewing. It can be lipsticks, foundations, concealers.... whatever. I've been subbed since shortly before your "infamous" Morphe review, if I remember correctly. So I'm here for whatever you want to do on your channel. I just really like you lol, so really whatever will keep you happy with your channel and keep you inspired.
Hi Steph! I am OBSESSED with your skincare videos. I need a video from you on korean/japanese skincare recommendations for different skin types. Or an updated affordable skincare routines that include those asian products.
I would love for you to make a video on of your favorite brands and their best/worst products, video on products that are not mainstream or promoted by the huge youtubers, not necessarily a new video but maybe include a link to another youtuber you like to watch, so your followers can also support another like minded youtuber, a collab video, ANY video on your insight into the beauty industry and how that carries over to youtube, and how you navigate through all your products...do you have a every day product drawer, a testing drawer, what you do with all your makeup once you finish your review.
I was just telling my boyfriend about this and how I wanted to buy it but I was waiting. He asks what I'm waiting for and i said my girl Stephanie Nicole to review it! I'm such a matte shadows girl too so I'm so glad you reviewed this. The colors in it look stunning but I completely understand how you feel. Thank you for doing this review! I hope you're doing well and I can't wait for your next video. It's always refreshing to see your stuff on my feed! Xoxo
I love your reviews, they are so in depth and really help me decide what is the best for me to purchase when makeup can be so expensive. Thank you for working so hard to bring us such fantastic reviews!
Thrilled to hear you'll do more skin care videos. I value the education you've given us! Keep them coming -- even if it isn't a product review. Thanks, Steph!
That lipgloss though, those are beautiful. I actually really this pallete being a super fair cool toned blonde I really love these colors and I like that the colors are so dark too love the more muted tones.
It might feel uncomfortable but I really love and appreciate you doing 2 different looks in one video. It helps us see more colours in action and different ways to utilize the palettes. Great job as always :D
Glad your back Stephanie. I love your reviews they are so informative. I enjoy your straight to the point attitude. I trust you and learn so much from you. I hope you are rested and in a good place now.
Thanks for the tutorial Stephanie!! I always appreciate them because I have hooded eyes too. You mentioned in this video and I've heard it said many times that the look will come together or doesn't look quite right until the lashes and/or liner are on. As someone who hasn't found a good way to wear liner yet (other than my waterline) & never wears lashes, could you please explain (maybe in a video 😉) at what point do you think a look needs those things to look pulled together. I'm thinking it's a certain level of intensity of shadow but I would love to hear what you think. Happy your back & happy you took time for yourself ❤️
I love the unicorn eye on you! Especially with that gloss, at lease on camera, it reads like a pretty gradient and I think is super flattering on your skin tone.
Thanks for posting info from Nirvana regarding the deeper hue liquid glow highlighterS. I bought patina and can’t wait to try it. My next ABH purchase is Soft Glam and Norvina pallete.
Amazing review as always. I love that you inserted the content from ABH- it’s always fascinating to hear the inspiration and development of a product- I think that’s honestly the only thing that can really be unique in the world of eyeshadow. A person can’t invent new colors and most everything has already been done under the sun. I wonder if those colors in general clash with certain undertones. Since the color story focuses most on a cool purple note, I could see that not being a very instinctive or natural color on most skin melanin. I happen to love a random periwinkle but applying it to the eyelids can turn into Shaun of The Dead or children’s makeup. Yellow undertones would probably bring out the color contrast whereas Pink or Red undertones would hinge the color more bruise-like. Olive undertones could shift the value a lot, too. Part of me really wants to like this palette, but there’s another part of me that really wants to know how those colors are going to pull. Idea for a future video: Nails! You always have such fantastic nails and I love the neon “dragon lady” nails that you rock so well. I think it’s time for a nail video. I would love to know how to navigate the drug store options and what to look for in salons. Perhaps have a nail tech guest to interview on your channel. You deserve the break from TH-cam. I’ve watched way too many surgery videos at 3 in the morning and my husband wakes up assuming a psycho is about to strike. Like yeah, it’s time to put the phone down and invest in a book. Or snuggle my pets.
... I've been so looking forward to this! You're so thorough in your reviews. I really appreciate the time you take to make these videos. Regarding future content: I remember you buying a whole bunch of single eyeshadows recently, and I'm sure you have many, many more. Would you consider creating your perfect 10 - 14 pan palettes for us? For example - your favourite warm toned palette/cool toned palette, your perfect neutrals/brights palettes, etc.? I know I'm getting tired of buying entire palettes for the one stand out colour I simply cannot live without (until they languish, unloved in my dressing table drawers 😀), and I'm sure many others are too. I'm intrigued to see what you'd come up with, and would really appreciate the advice. Btw - you always look frickin' gorgeous. Bravo on that! 😘😉👏
I just want to say that I have been watching your channel since way before you hit 100k and since then you have captured me with so much! I love the way your videos are set up and the work you put it to break everything down and explain everything so throughly. You don’t just review the product you review the brand entirely and I really enjoy that. I respect your opinion even though in some situations I have disagreed, the way you present the information is in my opinion is just very straightforward and I like it. It’s been great watching your channel grow and it’s also great seeing that it hasn’t changed you. You’re still true to yourself! This is just a really long way of saying that I’m a huge supporter of yours and I’m here for every upload. 💕
I really LOVE your reviews and appreciate the time and effort you make to bring us such in depth information and testing. Cannot wait for your skin care video; I'm a skin care junkie :P Thank you so much xxx Lots of love to you and your beautiful mum :) xxx
You're the only beauty vlogger I watch that I find relatable and believable! You have inspired me at 35 to use sunscreen daily, start with acids, and, for the first time ever, slow down my corporate world grind/daily hustle to take some real time for the self care I didn't know I needed. I was heart broken to hear about the "feminists" bringing hate, They are not feminists, they don't understand the concept, if they aren't lifting you up!!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you, from a proud feminist, that LOVES YOU! empowered women, empower women. 💋💋
jackieangelify1 I love my BH palettes, especially the Zodiac. I can get so many different looks with it. The mattes are amazing and the shimmers are gorgeous. I would start with that one just for the variety of looks. I use Nyx glitter primer and my finger for the shimmers. They are always having sales too. :)
jackieangelify1 I really like them although if the ones I've tried I prefer the pro and vegan lines over the other sets they have. They are very soft, well constructed and wash well. I have the festival, take me back to Brazil and warm stone palettes and they're great. They also have really good concealer, foundation and eyebrow pencils. Catch them when they're having one of their big sales and you can also sign up for their email list to get a free shipping 20% off order code that will work even on top of say a 40% off sale.
Even tho I don't buy eyeshadow palettes (because of my severe hooded eyes) i was super tempted to get born to run. I didn't of course but I'd enjoy seeing a review from you😘
Was waiting for this! You’re probably the most trustworthy, unbiased youtuber out there. I was interested in getting this palette when it came out but I wanted to see your review first!
Good for you! Taking a break now and then is necessary to stay sane! I am always looking for videos on dry to normal/dry skin, get ready with me, product shade comparisons and suggestions, fave recipe ideas, favorites, and empties.
Dana Lajeunesse I'd love to see you do some videos like this! I'm a subscriber from way back. I have always loved your videos! You are one of the youtubers that got me into makeup.
So glad you took some time for yourself! I really enjoy your content, especially your reviews and the interviews you did with independent skin care creators recently. I’d love to see more of the business side of the beauty industry as you seem to have great knowledge and insight. Thanks!
Had to pause and say that I can relate to your comment “how many more eye shadow palettes can I review?” I feel like how many more products in general can be pushed out with influencers telling us that we “need” to have it. There’s such an over saturation happening in the beauty industry. That being said I have been waiting for your thoughts because I feel they’re legit and not swayed in any way. Maybe instead of reviewing so many palettes, you can stick to talking about ones that you personally like or feel inspired by or feel brings something refreshing to the table. Ever consider doing anti-hauls?
Gorgeous look💗 So glad your back! Your reviews are so unbiased and informational. Yves can't be beat! Would love to see QA videos on your channel. I find you fascinating and love the way you look at life 💗
I would love to see you go back to some of your eye shadows that you reviewed, do a look with them and see if you still feel the same way about them. I feel like there are so many eye shadows on the market and you have reviewed so many, it would be nice to have an updated feeling about them....I feel like when more stuff comes out our opinions change on our old stuff.
I would love to see reviews on face products (foundation, concealer, powders) I love your opinion and what you have to say about products in the community 💕 glad you’re back!!
You know what would be fun? A dupes vid with a twist. Compare ingredients and see if the lux item is just filler and hype and not better than the cheaper dupe or not enough better to be worth the price difference or is it helping your skin more in a great way. Will comment more tomorrow when I rewatch. I'm gonna try to sleep and might miss some. Night!
This is such a genuinely helpful review. I love how you did a neutral look and a colourful one as so often only the neutral colours get shown which is fine but makes it really hard to imagine how I can incorporate more colourful looks. Absolutely loved this and I think its great you take the time to show on darker skin tones as well! I'd love to see more videos where you create eyeshadow looks from palettes that have more colourful shades as often I see palettes and decide not to buy them because I don't know how to wear the shades (pinks in ABH modern renaissance etc). Love your content ultimately so just keep doing what you do :)
Here’s an idea maybe you would enjoy doing and we would enjoy watching. How’s about your favorite items to use off-label. So, for instance, a blush that shows up as nothing, but works beautifully as a highlight or that’s too harsh as a blush, but works well as a bronzer. A face cream that was just too damn thick or you didn’t like the smell, but it worked great on your feet or elbows (origins for me - I hate that stuff on my face)... an eyeshadow that looked like dirt on your eyes, but works beautifully as a brow powder (hello, Revlon, in my case)..... that kind of thing could be fun.
Holly shit, you are back! I was waiting for it every damn day! I wanted to say thank you for recommending Tarte knockout treatment, and also, just missed you!
I love your videos...call me lame and simple but I enjoy when you just do GRWM and just talk. You don't do them often but when you do I enjoy them a lot!
I know you liked the look on your right eye more, but I feel the point of getting this pallete for most of the people out there would be to create some "whimsical" looks with it. For more everyday, wearable, classy looks I feel Soft Glam would be a better choice for those deciding on what to buy. As always, I love how in deep you go with your reviews. I understand when you say some colors are not the best for you, but I feel it's not your skin undertones, since you seem rather neutral, but more how it contrasts with your hair color, which is warmer (at least in my monitor). I feel I wouldn't get this one, since my undertones are rather yellow. Have a nice one!
You make the most informative, honest, and detailed videos! Thank you so much for all the time and thought you put in your videos! I would love to see what you take with you when you travel. When I went on vacation I was so overwhelmed on what skincare/makeup products to pack.
Please review the new Urban Decay Born to Run 😫😫😫 but I’m glad you are taking some time off for yourself. That way you can come back fresh and ready to do what you love ❤️
Yay great review! If you’re bringing back the liquid lipstick testing series, it would be great if you could review Huda Beauty liquid lip and the new demi matte formula, Lawless, and the Bad Habit Beauty lipsticks 🙏
I’m a quiet subscriber but I really have to say every time I see your intro it makes me feel like I’m on a vacation. It just makes me escape life for those 20 seconds.
I’m glad your lights aren’t super bright! We can actually see what you really look like!! Hate when they use so much light they look flawless. Your good on lighting
This is the first eyeshadow palette that's peaked my interest in ages so I'm happy to watch this review. I feel like the makeup industry is so inundated with new items that nothing is special anymore.
Jessica Brissette same! This came out and I instantly knew I needed it, but I haven’t felt like that in forever
Me too! When I first saw the colors in this palette I KNEW I wanted it. I haven’t had that reaction in like ... a year? Maybe longer? I’m an 80s/90s kid so this Norvina palette gave me Lisa Frank vibes and I’m all over it! 🦄 I love the girly pinks & purples but I especially love how they’re grounded with mustard & burgundy mattes. It’s bubbly and fun yet totally wearable for work/daytime.
Ik what you mean like every palette I’ve seen that’s “new” is just another warm tone or nude tone palette with colors that almost everyone has. This palette is so unique with its colors and it’s really good.
Autumn Flynn I felt like that with Subculture but I could never afford it, so I got a rip-off palette from eBay for £5 and it actually works well 😅
I agree! It’s something different than what’s going around right now.
The 2 different eye look is the best way to actually do a review so thank you
I am happy to hear you liked that ❤️
I never care about how long you take between videos. You have a full time job and a life. I know you’ll always be back with great content. I am looking forward to getting this pallet (I’ve been bored with makeup releases lately).
As far as content I say wait until you get inspired so it doesn’t feel like a chore. I like chatty GRWMs.
I agree. I hate forced content, like people have to put on an act and come up with bs just to pump out videos. I’d rather see someone real putting out real content.
I can’t express how much I love your personality and dry humor 😂
I am excited that you’re going to start up your liquid lipstick reviews.
Could you do a Tart Shape Tape vs the new Born This Way concealer?
i love how respectful you are
Thank you ❤️
I love how in-depth you are. I appreciate your work, effort, and content.
Stephanie, your eyeshadow palette reviews are the go-to! Your super thoughtful and technical assessments are a staple, and we need you!🤓 Thank you so, so much for doing this for us. You are deeply appreciated!😍
I would love to watch a video about your tattoos, you talking about when you got them and what they mean to you. Not sure if that's something you feel comfortable talking about, but if you do, I'd definitely watch that.
Mister Unicorn Yes! Love tattoo tours!
I'm glad you are back, I've missed you so much. I really respect your thoughts on products. Also digging the toned arms.
Thank you so much ❤️
U R Glowing. Whatever your doing, keep it up. It fits u.
Would you consider doing a review or a tutorial with the ColourPop zodiac palette?? I can’t wait to start seeing the different looks people come up with it since the colors are so fun together!
Can I just say that apart from this thorough review, I also enjoy just how very positive the comments section is here!? It’s such a pleasant channel experience! Thank you!
VIDEO IDEAS: I would love to see a video on your Holy Grails of make up. ALSO do you do any "panning"? I'd love to know your thoughts on make up panning and your philosophy. It would be fun to get to know more of your thoughts. I love your research based style and would love to know more of your opinion on make up. ALSO. Bring back talking about "Pam". (You did it once but it still cracks me up thinking about it) I love your sassy attitude! A GRWM /story time of your every day life would be fun. I really love your personality and enjoy when you really inject your full thoughts in videos.
Leilazz she does a yearly bests so I don’t see her doing a Holy Grails
Mira Parker yes I know and i constantly go back to them. But wouldn't it be cool to see a few more throughout the year...maybe based on the seasons? I know my favorite products change based on the seasons.
Hey Stephanie! I would love to hear what your thoughts are on the new Urban Decay born to run pallet. Best Wishes. -Fae
Hiccups4Days that pallet looks easier to use!
Yessss please!!!
Yay and hell to the yeah up in dis biiiiiiiitch!!!! Love to everyone with positive comments. 🖤🙋🏾♀️
.... and I will jump on the highlighter swatches ASAP. Whoops 😬🖤
Slacker! lol jk. Hope you are feeling better ❤️
Hope you’re feeling better Riply!
Riply feel better & love that you help her with swatches for WOC 🖤❤️💜💙👍🏾
YAY! Thank u from one very appreciative, melanin sister.
I love how informative your videos are- you don’t only share your opinion but actual true facts. I’m so happy to see your face back here and hope you find ideas to keep filming!
I adore your skincare reviews, I quote them to my friends and family regularly- you’ve taught me so much valuable information :)
Other things I’d love to see:
Updated skin care, fave companies and why/ingredients you stay away from, Korean skincare, dental hygiene routine, EYESHADOW LOOKS FOR SPECIFIC EYE COLOR, highlighters for different skin shades and skin types. And a fun one: maybe what items you would replace first if you lost your entire makeup collection :)
Thank you for being here and teaching us all so much
Hey Stephanie, I always admire your beautiful nails and wonder how they come out this perfect, so I would really appreciate an in-depth information video on nail care and polishes etc.! Thank you, wonderful dragon-nail lady!
I love when you become more casual and talk about your life and your surroundings. I had never seen you laugh before, Loved it!
Obviously it’s up to you as you might want to keep it really private
But I’d love to see the occasional ‘Day in the life of Steph’ video
You’re such a hard working woman who gives your 100% in every aspect of life and I think it’d be something different to see, rather than the more basic youtubers daily vlogs where they don’t do that much
I understand you can’t share everything but even seeing how you organise your day and fit in the necessities like food/maintaining your home and trying to squeeze in a social life would be cool😅 as much as I love makeup reviews, the people who continue to come back to your videos are here for you and your amazing personality
Love you! X
Hi Stephanie! You had said you feel uninspired, but I know I speak for everyone when I say your reviews are the most honest and down to earth. I get so excited when you have a hyped palette review. I wish you were the first to review everything!
So excited to watch the skin care stuff you mentioned.
Much love!
I’d love to see you review / talk about Korean skin care/makeup like etude house or tonymoly - especially since they’re very popular here now but I can’t really find a ton of research/testimonials in English that properly explain the products.
MJTheEnigma have you been on Reddit Asian Beauty? The search function will answer almost any question you can think of but you can also ask questions. I also love blogs like Skin and Tonic (she’s on hiatus but check out her past reviews and routine), Fifty Shades of Snail, and Snow White and the Asian Pear.
Also Gothamista here on YT.
I LOVE that natural black women were featured in the IGTV promo you don't see that often!
As a white person with really fair skin I'm always interested to see how shadows/blush ect will show on darker skin tones. And I'm so glad that Stephanie and Ripley take the time to get pictures!!
I do wish that companies would use models with darker complexions though something closer to the deep and deep dark tones instead of the deeper tan tones.
*This was in no was meant to be offensive* - I'm not very good with words - they don't always come out on paper as they are in my head...
Same. I’m pale, with freckles. I can’t wear blush or highlight without looking ridiculous. I’m envious of woc when it comes to these products. Highlighters, especially, gives darker skin just the most gorgeous glow!
Allie G , I loved it aswell :) I thought that the liquid highlighter looked absolutely HEAVENLY on the deeper tones ❤️ The shimmer and shine on the models skin was so gorgeous 😍😍😍
You have the best intro clip on TH-cam hands down 🏙
I’d like to really thank you for being an amazing TH-camr! You’re one of the only beauty gurus whose recommendations I trust, you tell us the truth even if it makes brands or other gurus dislike you or whatever.
Also I’m planning to go to Umass Amherst (I think you mentioned going there) and if you feel comfortable it would be totally cool for you to make a video about your experience at the school and classes and the fooood!
Been waiting for this !
People have been carrying on about it being powdery. Trying to make a Subculture kind of drama. ( I love Subculture )
Tracy Frederick ikr
I love subculture too!
I noticed that too!
I hated that because all the drama of subculture It took me a long time to get It, and I love love my subculture palette.
I love subculture palette as well ! Such a gorgeous palette hope they make more of its kind I love the texture pigment everything
I say this over and over, but I'll say it again: I don't think ANYONE has as much attention to detail as Stephanie. She's truly amazing. These types of reviews SHOULD be the norm, but Stephanie is our beloved hidden treasure of knowledge
Could you start reviewing eyeshadow palettes from smaller, lesser known companies? I've seen a couple palettes on Instagram that look GORGEOUS but dont have many reviews. Try the slush palette from September rose cosmetics and the carnival palette from bperfectcosmetics.
edit: also try any of Ace Beaute Cosmetics!
London Paige I'm so interested in Ace beaute!!
Thanks for this honest, professional review! I knew this palette wasn’t for me from the first pictures I saw, but as a Beauty lover, collector, and person who gets FOMO, I still considered it. Thanks for helping me realize I don’t need it! I find that if I just wait a little bit for reviews to come out, hype to die down, I forget about it! Also you look so fresh here omg
Hello, Stephanie, I really love your style of review. You are very thorough and informative. You really are so beautiful 😍. I’ve been subscribed for a while!! You are the queen 👑.
Cindy Troxler i
Empties, hauls, your older series that incorporate different colours, get ready with me videos, favourites... I miss all of those:) back to the basics!
Welcome back! I would love to see your suggestions for skin care for those of us that just really literally cannot afford things in the $40+ range per product. That or I would love to see a video about products that perhaps you liked but now like less or don't really use or products you disliked but maybe have changed your mind on. And feel free to unplug whenever - I honestly don't care about having upload schedules or frequencies. XOXO
Rikki's Reviews I feel you can’t ever get enough drugstore skin care but she did one not long ago th-cam.com/video/2d5mSht5PmU/w-d-xo.html
Yess i would love a video like that !
She has a video like this with lower cost skincare. Not sure if it has been updated recently
She has one it's called more affordable skincare routines. Very helpful
I’d love you to do a whole video series focusing on learning more about the business side of beauty! You have such a unique perspective and I always find it so interesting when you incorporate that
Stephanie these shadows are BEAUTIFUL on you! These are different from what I’m used to seeing on you. LOVE IT! Thanks so much 😊. Have a great weekend!
I like the way you did it this time, Stephanie! It was like you were using the colors on one side that you didn’t care for on one side and then the ones you loved on the other, plus the next day we get to see another look! Loved it! Also, I would love to see a series on setting powders. Testing them, what ingredients make them perform like they do. Why they crease, short/long wear time, don’t set your base, etc. Do series on every stage of makeup and why some products work and others don’t, to see if there are common ingredients in those products that are making or breaking them.
So glad to hear you can unplug and take time to expand your life in different adventures,such as physical fitness,so necessary to also help our mentality. I've said it before, you're a true role model, keep kicking ass 🤣🤘
How about showing us your tattoos & the meaning behind them? I don't think you have filmed a video about them.
I would love to, but my sleeve is all for my family & things I love. I get enough scrutiny, I don't think I want to open that part of my life up for people to talk shit. I try to keep a decent part of my personal life, private. But I would be happy to do a tattoo care video if you would like ❤️
Stephanie Nicole I completely understand about the trolls. "Don't feed the trolls" is a great philosophy & one of things I like about your channel. A tattoo care video is a great idea. Of course, I would watch you put wall paper.
Stephanie Nicole yes, a tattoo care one would be great! I got one a month ago and I had (am having?) a hard time taking care of it the first couple of days... I've been told so many different things, but it would still be insightful to hear your advice!
Your educational videos (like brushes, undertones, color theory and etc) are quite unique and very informative. There are lots of subjects that we could get more information about and I you do research and organize the script of the videos so well, that it would really super cool see more of those videos. One that would be super nice is "skin care 101". How to organize a routine, what is needed and what each step does for the skin (and body, because I almost do not see people talking about body products in depth).
And your hair is gorgeous. You could share the products you use and which ones you would recommend.
Hell yeah girl! I loved this. I really appreciate that you did put in a bit more of your personality in the video (like in the beginning). I know you are not particularly comfortable talking about your personal life, but even just talking about how you are doing lately for 30 seconds or so really is nice to see. Also, I am excited for this palette. Purples and pinks capture my attention but I've not tried them in eyeshadows before (I mostly use the colors in decor or clothes), so this really is an exciting launch for me.
The new coloured raine single shadows! Or the 4 New Ace Beaute eyeshadow palettes! ❤️
Anna S ohh yes I'd love to see those!!;
I just love your reviews, so well researched and fully tested. ABH isn’t even in my price range but I gain so much knowledge from your vids that I watched from beginning to end. Great job!
*The queen of honest and trustworthy reviews has spoken!!*
Wow this review was great! I love how thorough it was and unbiased. And the lighting during the two eye looks was PERFECT!
i would love to see a body care routine or products you recommend for different body conditions. would love that! thank you
I personally love when you review products. Channels like yours help me with purchases so I don’t end up wasting my money!! You’ve been spot on with your descriptions and reviews.
I’ve been missing your liquid lipstick reviews, though!!!!!
Soo good to see you sweetie!!! You look gorgeous!!! ❤ Would love to see an empties video!! 😊
Tara Ball 🏀
I'm new to your channel and I love how you demonstrate application of the product. I am 56 and am trying to update my look. I wear glasses and have very hooded eyes, so I have stopped wearing anything but matte shades. I will put a small amount of a highlighter in the corner of my eyes. I really feel like I have watched a documentary on this palette! Your videos are amazing. Looking forward to more videos from you...
I love your reviews in general. Eyeshadow palettes are my favorite for you to review, of course, bc I'm an eyeshadow whore...but Id love for you to review any products bc I not only trust you, but love your style of reviewing. It can be lipsticks, foundations, concealers.... whatever. I've been subbed since shortly before your "infamous" Morphe review, if I remember correctly. So I'm here for whatever you want to do on your channel. I just really like you lol, so really whatever will keep you happy with your channel and keep you inspired.
Hi Steph! I am OBSESSED with your skincare videos. I need a video from you on korean/japanese skincare recommendations for different skin types. Or an updated affordable skincare routines that include those asian products.
Hey Steph! I have a video request... Are we ever going to see a video on your teeth like you mentioned before? I’d love to see that.
Yes. I have all the interview with my Doctor. I just need to sit down & film the rest. That should be in the next few videos ❤️
YES your teeth look so good steph
Stephanie Nicole yay!
Never noticed her teeth b4 your comment. But, now that I do. She does have great teeth
Rachel Blackwell wait are they her real teeth?
Love that you decided to demo both spectrums of the palette even tho the other is not your go to. Literally shows you can do a lot with it. 🖤
I would love for you to make a video on of your favorite brands and their best/worst products, video on products that are not mainstream or promoted by the huge youtubers, not necessarily a new video but maybe include a link to another youtuber you like to watch, so your followers can also support another like minded youtuber, a collab video, ANY video on your insight into the beauty industry and how that carries over to youtube, and how you navigate through all your products...do you have a every day product drawer, a testing drawer, what you do with all your makeup once you finish your review.
I was just telling my boyfriend about this and how I wanted to buy it but I was waiting. He asks what I'm waiting for and i said my girl Stephanie Nicole to review it! I'm such a matte shadows girl too so I'm so glad you reviewed this. The colors in it look stunning but I completely understand how you feel. Thank you for doing this review! I hope you're doing well and I can't wait for your next video. It's always refreshing to see your stuff on my feed! Xoxo
Steph, I would love to see some stuff about your workout plan + new dietary habits! 😃💪
Naomi PR yasss! Agreed!!!
I love your reviews, they are so in depth and really help me decide what is the best for me to purchase when makeup can be so expensive. Thank you for working so hard to bring us such fantastic reviews!
Your so pretty !! Can uu do a video on your top five brands and least five brands.
You are too kind. Thank you. I can certainly work on that ❤️
Thrilled to hear you'll do more skin care videos. I value the education you've given us! Keep them coming -- even if it isn't a product review. Thanks, Steph!
That lipgloss though, those are beautiful. I actually really this pallete being a super fair cool toned blonde I really love these colors and I like that the colors are so dark too love the more muted tones.
Kellye Raiborn oh yes, I bet they would look gorgeous on you. 8m very fair too, but brunette and I’m going to buy this. I love the purples
It might feel uncomfortable but I really love and appreciate you doing 2 different looks in one video. It helps us see more colours in action and different ways to utilize the palettes. Great job as always :D
Could you do a video on your favorite nail care products?
Glad your back Stephanie. I love your reviews they are so informative. I enjoy your straight to the point attitude. I trust you and learn so much from you. I hope you are rested and in a good place now.
Thanks for the tutorial Stephanie!! I always appreciate them because I have hooded eyes too. You mentioned in this video and I've heard it said many times that the look will come together or doesn't look quite right until the lashes and/or liner are on. As someone who hasn't found a good way to wear liner yet (other than my waterline) & never wears lashes, could you please explain (maybe in a video 😉) at what point do you think a look needs those things to look pulled together. I'm thinking it's a certain level of intensity of shadow but I would love to hear what you think. Happy your back & happy you took time for yourself ❤️
I love the unicorn eye on you! Especially with that gloss, at lease on camera, it reads like a pretty gradient and I think is super flattering on your skin tone.
Thanks for posting info from Nirvana regarding the deeper hue liquid glow highlighterS. I bought patina and can’t wait to try it. My next ABH purchase is Soft Glam and Norvina pallete.
Amazing review as always. I love that you inserted the content from ABH- it’s always fascinating to hear the inspiration and development of a product- I think that’s honestly the only thing that can really be unique in the world of eyeshadow. A person can’t invent new colors and most everything has already been done under the sun.
I wonder if those colors in general clash with certain undertones. Since the color story focuses most on a cool purple note, I could see that not being a very instinctive or natural color on most skin melanin. I happen to love a random periwinkle but applying it to the eyelids can turn into Shaun of The Dead or children’s makeup. Yellow undertones would probably bring out the color contrast whereas Pink or Red undertones would hinge the color more bruise-like. Olive undertones could shift the value a lot, too.
Part of me really wants to like this palette, but there’s another part of me that really wants to know how those colors are going to pull.
Idea for a future video:
Nails! You always have such fantastic nails and I love the neon “dragon lady” nails that you rock so well. I think it’s time for a nail video.
I would love to know how to navigate the drug store options and what to look for in salons. Perhaps have a nail tech guest to interview on your channel.
You deserve the break from TH-cam. I’ve watched way too many surgery videos at 3 in the morning and my husband wakes up assuming a psycho is about to strike. Like yeah, it’s time to put the phone down and invest in a book. Or snuggle my pets.
... I've been so looking forward to this! You're so thorough in your reviews. I really appreciate the time you take to make these videos.
Regarding future content: I remember you buying a whole bunch of single eyeshadows recently, and I'm sure you have many, many more.
Would you consider creating your perfect 10 - 14 pan palettes for us? For example - your favourite warm toned palette/cool toned palette, your perfect neutrals/brights palettes, etc.?
I know I'm getting tired of buying entire palettes for the one stand out colour I simply cannot live without (until they languish, unloved in my dressing table drawers 😀), and I'm sure many others are too.
I'm intrigued to see what you'd come up with, and would really appreciate the advice.
Btw - you always look frickin' gorgeous. Bravo on that! 😘😉👏
I just want to say that I have been watching your channel since way before you hit 100k and since then you have captured me with so much! I love the way your videos are set up and the work you put it to break everything down and explain everything so throughly. You don’t just review the product you review the brand entirely and I really enjoy that. I respect your opinion even though in some situations I have disagreed, the way you present the information is in my opinion is just very straightforward and I like it.
It’s been great watching your channel grow and it’s also great seeing that it hasn’t changed you. You’re still true to yourself! This is just a really long way of saying that I’m a huge supporter of yours and I’m here for every upload.
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I really LOVE your reviews and appreciate the time and effort you make to bring us such in depth information and testing. Cannot wait for your skin care video; I'm a skin care junkie :P Thank you so much xxx Lots of love to you and your beautiful mum :) xxx
You're the only beauty vlogger I watch that I find relatable and believable! You have inspired me at 35 to use sunscreen daily, start with acids, and, for the first time ever, slow down my corporate world grind/daily hustle to take some real time for the self care I didn't know I needed. I was heart broken to hear about the "feminists" bringing hate, They are not feminists, they don't understand the concept, if they aren't lifting you up!!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you, from a proud feminist, that LOVES YOU! empowered women, empower women. 💋💋
Could you review BH cosmetics products? Like their brushes? I’ve been wondering if they’re worth buying.
jackieangelify1 I love my BH palettes, especially the Zodiac. I can get so many different looks with it. The mattes are amazing and the shimmers are gorgeous. I would start with that one just for the variety of looks. I use Nyx glitter primer and my finger for the shimmers. They are always having sales too. :)
jackieangelify1 I really like them although if the ones I've tried I prefer the pro and vegan lines over the other sets they have. They are very soft, well constructed and wash well. I have the festival, take me back to Brazil and warm stone palettes and they're great. They also have really good concealer, foundation and eyebrow pencils. Catch them when they're having one of their big sales and you can also sign up for their email list to get a free shipping 20% off order code that will work even on top of say a 40% off sale.
I’m so excited for this palette! Purple eyeshadows are my favorite. They’re about the only non neutral colour that looks good against my blue eyes
Even tho I don't buy eyeshadow palettes (because of my severe hooded eyes) i was super tempted to get born to run. I didn't of course but I'd enjoy seeing a review from you😘
I plan to review that one soon ❤️
Stephanie Nicole yay!😘
Yes I would love to see that ! I feel like a lot of influencers didn't review It. I have and like it but need more inspiration for looks
Was waiting for this! You’re probably the most trustworthy, unbiased youtuber out there. I was interested in getting this palette when it came out but I wanted to see your review first!
Excellent review
Good for you! Taking a break now and then is necessary to stay sane! I am always looking for videos on dry to normal/dry skin, get ready with me, product shade comparisons and suggestions, fave recipe ideas, favorites, and empties.
I was balls deep in a Netflix show. Notification from Steph and here I am.
Dana Lajeunesse lmao @ balls deep.
Dana Lajeunesse I'd love to see you do some videos like this! I'm a subscriber from way back. I have always loved your videos! You are one of the youtubers that got me into makeup.
So glad you took some time for yourself! I really enjoy your content, especially your reviews and the interviews you did with independent skin care creators recently. I’d love to see more of the business side of the beauty industry as you seem to have great knowledge and insight. Thanks!
Had to pause and say that I can relate to your comment “how many more eye shadow palettes can I review?” I feel like how many more products in general can be pushed out with influencers telling us that we “need” to have it. There’s such an over saturation happening in the beauty industry. That being said I have been waiting for your thoughts because I feel they’re legit and not swayed in any way. Maybe instead of reviewing so many palettes, you can stick to talking about ones that you personally like or feel inspired by or feel brings something refreshing to the table. Ever consider doing anti-hauls?
Gorgeous look💗 So glad your back! Your reviews are so unbiased and informational. Yves can't be beat! Would love to see QA videos on your channel. I find you fascinating and love the way you look at life 💗
I would love to see you go back to some of your eye shadows that you reviewed, do a look with them and see if you still feel the same way about them. I feel like there are so many eye shadows on the market and you have reviewed so many, it would be nice to have an updated feeling about them....I feel like when more stuff comes out our opinions change on our old stuff.
I would love to see reviews on face products (foundation, concealer, powders) I love your opinion and what you have to say about products in the community 💕 glad you’re back!!
You know what would be fun? A dupes vid with a twist. Compare ingredients and see if the lux item is just filler and hype and not better than the cheaper dupe or not enough better to be worth the price difference or is it helping your skin more in a great way. Will comment more tomorrow when I rewatch. I'm gonna try to sleep and might miss some. Night!
This is such a genuinely helpful review. I love how you did a neutral look and a colourful one as so often only the neutral colours get shown which is fine but makes it really hard to imagine how I can incorporate more colourful looks. Absolutely loved this and I think its great you take the time to show on darker skin tones as well!
I'd love to see more videos where you create eyeshadow looks from palettes that have more colourful shades as often I see palettes and decide not to buy them because I don't know how to wear the shades (pinks in ABH modern renaissance etc).
Love your content ultimately so just keep doing what you do :)
Not sure if your skincare routines have changed since your last video.... if so, would love to see a video on that!
Nice to have you back Steph. And I sooo understand the rabbit hole of TH-cam! Xx
Here’s an idea maybe you would enjoy doing and we would enjoy watching. How’s about your favorite items to use off-label. So, for instance, a blush that shows up as nothing, but works beautifully as a highlight or that’s too harsh as a blush, but works well as a bronzer. A face cream that was just too damn thick or you didn’t like the smell, but it worked great on your feet or elbows (origins for me - I hate that stuff on my face)... an eyeshadow that looked like dirt on your eyes, but works beautifully as a brow powder (hello, Revlon, in my case)..... that kind of thing could be fun.
I really appreciate how much work you put into your videos. It does not go unnoticed.
Holly shit, you are back! I was waiting for it every damn day! I wanted to say thank you for recommending Tarte knockout treatment, and also, just missed you!
The pink & purple looks so good on you! I do LOVE both looks & watch your videos religiously ! Always so so informative and genuine 💜💜💜
Dammmm.......stephanie you really go all in with your reviews, love it.........
I've been going through a hard time and watching your videos really takes me away from that bad place. Thank you
Can u do a makeup vanity tour video
Vickiana De La Cruz she has before
I love your videos...call me lame and simple but I enjoy when you just do GRWM and just talk. You don't do them often but when you do I enjoy them a lot!
I know you liked the look on your right eye more, but I feel the point of getting this pallete for most of the people out there would be to create some "whimsical" looks with it. For more everyday, wearable, classy looks I feel Soft Glam would be a better choice for those deciding on what to buy. As always, I love how in deep you go with your reviews. I understand when you say some colors are not the best for you, but I feel it's not your skin undertones, since you seem rather neutral, but more how it contrasts with your hair color, which is warmer (at least in my monitor). I feel I wouldn't get this one, since my undertones are rather yellow.
Have a nice one!
You make the most informative, honest, and detailed videos! Thank you so much for all the time and thought you put in your videos! I would love to see what you take with you when you travel. When I went on vacation I was so overwhelmed on what skincare/makeup products to pack.
Please review the new Urban Decay Born to Run 😫😫😫 but I’m glad you are taking some time off for yourself. That way you can come back fresh and ready to do what you love ❤️
Yay great review! If you’re bringing back the liquid lipstick testing series, it would be great if you could review Huda Beauty liquid lip and the new demi matte formula, Lawless, and the Bad Habit Beauty lipsticks 🙏
I really loved the way both eye looks looked on you! You're reviews are amazing❤❤
Thanks for watching Tiffeny ❤️
your eye makeup throughout the talk through parts looked amazing - very flattering and beautiful on you.