TH-cam is still definitely my favorite platform. I'm 23, so of the "younger generation" but I cannot stand TikTok, I deleted it after a couple of months. I still prefer longer videos, with more details and information than I can get from someone speed-talking in a 30-60 sec ad
I enjoyed it at first but now absolutely hate it cuz people are so fake on there and I wouldn’t trust TikTok influencers with makeup reviews and I miss when TikTok wasn’t TikTok but it was musically 😢
As someone who struggles with shopping addiction, I have had to stop watching a lot of TH-cam channels about makeup. I still watch Angelica though because she doesn't push products on us ❤
I enjoy youtubers who reuse old stuff and encourage low buys. Angie and Heather are the only ones I watch regularly who I do feel does not help my shopping habits. I really enjoy watching them, but I have come to the reality their videos are bad for my wallet. I still watch, but I am really trying to tell myself no.
@@anh7807I love shopping and can easily go overboard. I have learned to look at makeup especially eyeshadow with a critical eye. For example I could have easily bought Tarte Toasted Marshmallows, and Urban Decay Naked Heat. I personally think these look the same after looking at them. There are also three drugstore brands that look very similar.. I chose a drugstore brand for the price, package and the fact it comes with a mirror. The drugstore brands are Cover Girl, Rimmel, and Kokie. I chose Kokie.
Back in the “Morphe code” day, people got annoyed at commercials disguised as entertainment. Honestly now though, with Amazon hauls, Shein, sponsored videos etc…. It feels like almost all content is a commercial. I skip almost all of them and have unsubscribed to most creators now and listen to way more podcasts instead while I’m getting ready. I understand why influencers do it, but I’m not the audience anymore.
I stopped watching like 20 people because I was so done with the commercials. Not to mention disappointment. Especially when they are a full time influencer with expensive equipment and flashing expensive clothes/jewelry/vacations, then it's like - I cannot trust anything this person has to say anymore.
I’m starting to become this way too. Thanks for sharing. I am so bored with beauty content lately and I’m not sure if it’s because I’m just bored of buying.
Thank you very much for bringing up this topic, Angie! The overconsumption many influencers are promoting is destructive for both our wallets and the environment. I watch TH-cam mainly for entertainment purposes, not to buy staff. I understand influencers have to pay their rent, but it's out of control! I don't want to watch infomercials nonstop. Thank you so much for not shoving products down our throats!😥
I'm honestly fed up with social media in general because of the consumerism that's taken over. The only platform I'm still actually engaging in is youtube because overall the creators I watch dont push sales on their videos, they only have affiliate links on their description boxes. But I also recognize that one of the big reasons why I havent fallen into consumer mode is because most of my favourite creators are not from my country, so the links dont really work cause there's no shipping available for my region or the money conversion is way out of my league (for instance, 1 dollar = 5 BRL which is the Brazilian coin). But also... idk, I truly believe shopping in general has become a way for people to try and fill the void and the anguish left by the way we're currently living, how society has been shapen and has been shaping the way we relate to one another, the scent of hopelesness that hangs in the air with all the messed up stuff that's been going on. I understand we all need to make money, pay our bills, try to live somewhat comfortably, but at the same time I see companies profiting out of our suffering. Idk, late stage capitalism is wild.
being in advertising and graphic design, I'm so offput by ads (and hate being manipulated/told what to do or buy) that if people/platforms advertise something to me, my immediate instinct is to not engage or buy out of spite and defiance lol
This is the first year that I was serious about being on a lowbuy or nobuy. I was caught up in buying anything and everything the past couple years, but I’ve come to realize how bad that was. I mean I would end up giving away 80% of my products because there was no way that I could get through them. Literally giving my money away. 🤦🏻♀️
My goal was no buy, I had enough makeup. However it was old, especially my eyeshadow pallettes. Started fresh and went overboard, I am now trying to decide what ones I want to keep,I know I don't need them all yet rehoming to a co worker is wasting money!!!
This is part of why I am getting into minimalism. I am buying a house half the size. Decluttering my life. And it's a breath of fresh air to see very few links in minimalism videos. The ones I watch anyway.
@AngelicaNyqvist I do still love makeup though and have a decent collection that isn't tiny but I greatly appreciate channels like yours that discuss makeup but remind viewers that we don't need everything out there just because we enjoy makeup content.
I find you to be the one "influencer/content creator" that I find that is honest about adsense, being honest about affiliate links, sponsors, how much money and time you spend on your work. Integrity means so much to me, and also you appeal to my more colorful pallette loving self. I appreciate your honesty and upfront views, how friendly you and other influencers are with each other. Seeing the influencers that are hanging out, making these close friendships and not being catty, competitive, its a very wonderful thing to see and not what I'm used to seeing. I am rambling but just know that I highly appreciate you and your influence on the beauty scene! Also, I love when your content is long, love your vlogs!
Speaking of quality!!! I love you channel! I started watching you and stayed when you lived in Sweden, had a dark background, had shorter blond hair and lighter skin and darker lighting in the room. I found the mix of these things so authentic compared to the american mainstream youtubers. You reviewed bright colors eyeshadows, frosty highlighters and you looks were more like cosplay. Don't know if your equipment changed since than, probably yes.🤔
Yes I have changed a lot of my equipment since then, the darker room also messed up the settings and made the colors, both of me and the makeup, look more contrast-y and not life-like :) But I love how true to life my settings are now :)
@@AngelicaNyqvist I, too, have been watching since the beginning and just wanted to say how proud I am of you and your channel! You've made the transition to the US look effortless (when I am sure it wasn't). Thanks for still giving us your honest thoughts! ❤
I simply prefer long content. I 95% watch TH-cam. I go on instagram occasionally a day but feel like I’m getting a headache with all the constant scrolling. I make descent money but in this economy I don’t want to go spend spend spend like I have been the last several years. I don’t even go on TikTok or click links to purchase on instagram. I come to TH-cam for entertainment but also I enjoy who I’m watching. Thank you for bringing this to light. ❤
I think that after 8 years online making content Im puzzled how refreshing and relevant your videos are ❤ girl, dont get me wrong but after so many years sometimes people lose inspiration and thats normal, but in the age of tiktok its so amazing to watch you still
I still spend most of my social media time on TH-cam and Instagram. I only have a TikTok for work (I’m in advertising, and thus need to know the “trends”). I have massive respect for creators like you who are more conscious and thorough on recommendations. ❤ I automatically get put off by any content that says I “need” to hurry and buy something.
I posted to insta about ten minutes ago and was thinking about this the whole time!! I hate all the new tools for selling stuff. I don’t want to constantly tag products and tell people to swipe, I just want to post pretty pictures and sometimes let people know when something is particularly good
Favorite is TH-cam, 20 - 30 minutes (unless it's a comedian - then short form.) The others: too chaotic. Really appreciate how you emphasize all the ways we can support your work in addition to the occasional purchase.
I've been watching you since about 2018. I don't watch you because I'm looking to buy make up. I have makeup and I love a colourful look, but I rarely buy any because Im happy with what I've got. Don't get me wrong, occasionally you show something and I'm like, hmm that might be something I want to purchase let's see what Angie's gonna say about it, but I'm more often interested in the technique of how you're putting the make up on. But I mainly watch you because I just like to watch you put colourful make up on and talk. It's like watching an artist paint and them chatting about life. None of my other friends are into make up, so I guess I tune in for the company.
I only have TH-cam and Instagram, and enjoy long form content the most. I've also this year been on a low buy and have done well overall. 😊 Also, I enjoy all of your content so much!! I never view it as coming across pushy or salesy. I enjoy hearing your thoughts on a variety of things such as this video. And I especially enjoy learning different techniques from you, and eyeshadow looks, and what works for you in other types of makeup. I especially like that you're staying true to yourself. ❤
QVC channel can be an addiction for people, especially a retired person, and I remember getting gifts from my grandmother that were always from her QVC shopping stash. Before your eye brush set came out, I recall seeing the Singe Beauty orange handle and thinking it was another brand of brush... starts with a D. Cannot wait for your next launch so we can see what was being blurred.
back when I was a kid I got addicted to it. Beanie. Babies. lol enough said! I have a ton my mom has kept in ziploch baggies and yes we have Princess Diana Bear..now that I think on it ARE they worth ANY money???
@@shandel499most are not worth much...only very specific rare ones. We all swore that they'd be worth thousands one day 😅 I was never a huge fan of QVC...probably because we were poor and never had money for shopping.
@shandel499 Beanie Babies are the big joke in the reselling community. Very few are worth anything. The Princess Diana will depend on date, edition and condition.
This is so true, lol. My grandma is retired and watches qvc a ton. I'll get messages that she randomly will send me or my kids stuff from qvc. I appreciate it but am like, slow down.
I'm so glad we are having this conversation on TH-cam, I thought I was the only one feeling like social media is not as content/fun focused and more like making free advertising for brands. I am a very small creator and I try to limit the use of affiliate links on my channel for that reason. I do work full time and TH-cam/makeup is my hobby and passion, but it does severely impact the money you earn. I definitely could not live off of adsense right now. I'm not sure where the line should be for brand/sales focused and fun vids but hopefully just keeping on doing videos I love will be the best route❤ love your channel and the look🥰
My favorite platform is YT - I like knowing the thought behind why someone is recommending something and similarities with existing alternate products - so only long form content can cater to that. I play videos at 1.25x - 1.5x speed to get them through faster lol
You're one of my very favorite creators. The reason I hit the subscribe button was because on one of your videos you said something like, "You don't have to use my code but use someone's code to save some money." (Also, you have that cool friend vibe.) As for social media platforms, I really enjoy Spoutible where there really aren't any influencers, it feels like Twitter did once upon a time.
I watch TH-cam, read Facebook, and i flip through Instagram. I feel that TH-cam is something i can invest my time in. I enjoy the longer form of TH-cam. I have never purposely went to TikTok. I don't have an account there and i don't want one. I have my favorite creators on TH-cam and i watch pretty much all of the content that is uploaded by said creators. The content hasn't really changed with the creators that i really follow. I watch the creators because of the informative and entertainment aspects from the creators. Your channel is one of my favorites.
Deff TH-cam gets me the most. I look for video reviews here for everything! I absolutely love watching TH-cam videos & long reviews. 30 seconds-1 minute isn’t shit
TH-cam is the best form of content for me personally. I actually remember some of what I've watched, contrary to very short form content. I don't have to actively be on the phone and scroll every 30 sec. I can do chores, hobbies, school at the same time. Honeslty, being able to chose what content I consume is also great. I percieve most short form content to excist only for the views and nothing has actual value.
Content quality is a really interesting topic Angie! I often need to remind myself when I see a video with poor quality lighting or poor sound quality, these are not professionals and if I made my own video it would be worse. Of course we need a reminder that variable quality is to be expected and our content creators are for the most part, real people and not professional media stars!
I prefer long form content because I like to watch while I'm doing dishes or projects. I appreciate your honesty and integrity. It is so disappointing when influencers sell out, pushing products they don't really like because they can make a buck. I don't mind at all when there are paid partnerships and or links- to me its all part of it but I really don't like being deceived. Short form (generally speaking) is like putting on a TV movie and skipping to the commercials.. some are obviously worse offenders than others. I understand the "don't hate the player, hate the game" stance but I just want the players to play a clean game. I enjoy getting to know the personality and insite of my favorite creators. I seek out links when I am shopping because if I am going to buy based on your video, it's kind of like me giving you a tip or giving back in some way and lets face it, we don't mind a discount. Influencer marketing through just PR is way more cost effective for brands than paying for an ad campaign. When my favorites get sponsorships and or collaborations, I truly am happy for them.
I love this conversation! I’ve definitely seen a shift from people uploading for the love of it to people uploading as a job (promoting codes, links etc). I feel nostalgic for old school YT. I’ve been on YT for 4 years as a hobby & can relate to what you said about being so enthusiastic at the start. It’s hard to keep interested sometimes as I feel such an outsider with the content I create. I’m so proud to have found a balance though. Like every hobby, sometimes I want to do it, other times I just want to relax on the couch & that’s ok 💖
I loved this conversation 👏👏👏 I definitely feel like I'm constantly being 'sold to' & it's just too much. The posts asking you to DM for links are exploding in popularity & I absolutely will not engage with them. It's extreme MLM vibes. I understand why people are using that tactic but it's just not for me. Tysm for having these open & comprehensive discussions. It's important to talk about & bring awareness to these things. Knowledge is key 🥳
Angie I gotta say, you and Hannah Louise Poston are my favorite creators by FAR because y'all so real! I just love that you don't promote consumerism, it has helped my no buy year tremendously. 😊 As far as favorite social media platforms I would say youtube and pinterest because it's easier to interact without buying stuff.
I just commented on Robert Welsh's video about MLM. Where I believe influencer marketing is a more modern type of MLM. Where parasocial relationships are very normal nowadays. MLMs make people spend money because they want to stay in a "community", it's the same with influencers and "fans" where people are influenced to make purchases just to feel connected with the community. We live in very weird times.
6 . 34 you get use to hear this heavy breathing, out of boredom ,when you have a dog who is bored but still sits with you because you are their everything 😊
back in the day lol people used to watch commercials or ads on tv and now more people are cutting cable and streaming netflix/hulu etc ad free so i think a lot of companies have turned to social media to push products or advertise. also i think companies using creators or influencers is probably cheaper for them than to get a celebrity to be a spokesperson
I LOVE LOVE LOVE your videos. Your personality is amazing and genuine. Just wanted to share. Thank you for being you and sharing your thoughts and life on TH-cam! 💗😁
TH-cam is what influenced me the most !! I follow you, Sam, Yari,Allie, Cheryl, Steff , Heather the ones I can trust and don’t throw things down your throat every time !! You guys are not sales peeps .. you guys are true and honest and there what I love ❤.. Pinterest I use for recipes I haven’t checked it out for other things !! Tik tok well I only use that for songs, and laughs !!
Im always late to the party. I didn't even know people were doing makeup on TH-cam or that people had a channel. But now i have a lot of fun watching you & a few others. I realized i had a love for makeup & some color! I didn't know before so thank you for helping me. And suggesting good products. I appreciate all your hard work. Thanks for your sweet videos Angie 🥰🧡🧡🧡
I needed to see this. As someone only recently really becoming interested in beauty, your message to remember to use the information and not just buy everything trending is very helpful! I may want it all, but I definitely need to choose carefully!
Of course advertising is influential on people, otherwise brands wouldn't waste their money on it, but it really is down to us as individuals to manage our finances and filter our feeds as best as we can. People complain this or that Beauty Guru push products, only do sponsored videos... THEN STOP WATCHING THEM? Watch what makes you happy! Follow and unfollow and make your feed what YOU want it to be!
TH-cam and Instagram are the only social media I use. For makeup, I prefer TH-cam; for my art business/inspo, definitely Instagram. But I hate uploading on IG… some about it stresses me out. I appreciated this video, Angi, and you are my main inspiration for anything eyeshadow. Thank you!
I was thinking about this the other day. We work so hard to avoid commercials on tv etc and now we watch TH-cam videos which are essentially commercials and every other post you look at in Facebook and instagram are ads. It’s gotten out of control.
I understand that this is a job for so many creators. TH-cam is my primary source of entertainment, and I have absolutely no shame about financially supporting the creators who spend all their time making quality content for viewers like me. I think a lot of people understand how this works and are perfectly okay with using things like affiliate links. I make SURE to use affiliate links, and not because it saves me 10% or whatever. I do it so that the content creator will get paid for their time, so they continue to get PR. At the same time, I have over 40 palettes probably and I have really slowed down on purchasing. I really don't need *ANOTHER* palette. At this point, I really just want a direct way to tip or pay the creators, so I appreciate things like Patreon and the TH-cam version of that.
“Viewers almost demand the kind of content that takes creators 50-60 hour work weeks.” - It amazes me with some comments I see from viewers. Like a creator will do a really in-depth video showing all different application methods, with primer and without, with powder and without, etc. WAY more than what I see from most creators. AND it’s like there will STILL be a comment or more that are like, “oh this was great but next time can you also do xyz.” Like DANG, they did more than I see pretty much every other creator do and that’s still not good enough?! Like I can get the info I need to know if I want to try it or not from the in-depth review they did with how many ways they showed it. At that point it’s like, you just need to buy it yourself and try it. But there’s always people that want something more. Unfortunately, even creators who do amazing, in-depth videos will always have some comments asking them to do more. It’s crazy to me! I can’t imagine the time it takes for them to do all the actual video, b roll, close ups, comparisons, different applications (their poor faces wiping off and reapplying so many times or having to do it over multiple days in order to film it), and people still ask for more 😅😅
HaHA! The “that’s what he said” moment….🤣 I don’t personally have TikTok, instagram or even Twitter/X. I refuse to run around chasing platforms, and I love the longer content on YT.
I recently started my youtube channel and I relate with this so much that I don’t want to be a salesperson. There’s nothing wrong with that career path but to me authenticity matters more than trying to sell people, well, anything and everything. Thanks for this video.
Your channel growth over the last couple of years only further proves what your saying about people wanting better quality videos. Also, it doesn't matter to me, to an extent! When you moved to the US I know you had to update a lot of your equipment for filming, as someone whos been watching your channel for years I've watched your subscribers double since then & I noticed you were at 60-70k for a bit before you moved and did the update. I think when we first start watching a channel, quality is one of the things were looking for, along with knowledge and other things. For a lot of people, once we watch someone for a while they almost become apart of your daily life, at that point quality may not matter as much anymore.
I still love watching Beauty TH-cam. Sometimes, I make purchases based on what I see. I bought the Danessa Myricks Lightwork Volume 5 and I regret nothing. Also planning to get the new winter Cosmic Brushes palette.
As someone who's battling with the concept of starting a channel, this video was super helpful. I want to start a channel and I think I've got a decent idea, but since I don't know how to edit, shoot, etc I'm afraid to start because I don't like not doing something *well* but nobody begins at *well*... 😮💨 Who knows, maybe there's not even a point because I surely don't want to be a salesperson.
Do it! Editing is hard work but, it's a fun skill to learn. You can even make a video and don't post it just for giggles. Start up is the hardest bit. There's lots of learning and it's touch and go. Just try it and dont post it or just share it with friends and family as a creative outlet. At least you can say you tried and failed, like me :)
I consider myself ’old school’ and I definitely favor TH-cam over other social media platforms. I spend a lot of time on Facebook but mostly to keep in touch with friends…so the social aspect of social media. I used to be a fan of QVC, but I feel the shopping channels have moved away from all but the biggest brands and the same ones are featured over and over again. I like that on TH-cam,if you enjoy an influencer’s personality or style, you can choose who to watch and when to watch them. I don’t shop a lot though links in general, but I have definitely purchased collars and such based on my desire to support a particular creator.
I'll be 41 next month, and I definitely don't have the energy I used to, even 5 years ago. I use Facebook and TH-cam. I enjoy both longer videos and shorts, so I'm glad they are available on both. I don't have Instagram or Tiktok. 💛💛💛
I enjoy supporting you as a creator because you’ve given me so much knowledge on indie brands. I am always using your affiliate links! I love your look today and have been interested in this palette. I’m also interested in the What’s Up Beauty palette and also the new alien palette from adept. And, I can’t have all three, so…..I’ll wait a bit longer to make my decision. Love you and love all of your videos! ❤
I like that you talk about the "work in the background" of a content creator. It puts me off, if I get the feeling, that someone is mostly interested in selling you stuff than being honest about a product. I like your content, have a great day 😊
I loved this discussion. Thank you!! I spend most of my time on TH-cam and frankly I'm not liking the latest trend in a lot of beauty creators suddenly doing vlogs for the "look at the luxury items i'm buying" experience, it seems non-stop and I'm not enjoying it at all.
This was a beautiful look. I think TH-cam is my favorite platform. And I’m more likely to buy when I see how everything is applied. I don’t want to use TH-cams product listing. I like looking up your pinned products and shopping that way. Or in your description box I probably should say. Always love watching your videos!❤
If i feel pushed to shop or buy, or feel like a channel is just an advertisement, i stop watching. I like you. You are not pushy and i feel you are honest.
Oh yeah since the pandemic I work from home and shop way too much. I’ve got to slow down, I’ll never be able to pan any eyeshadow ever at the rate I’ve collected. But I love the creators and I love watching and listening during my workday.
What a great topic! I totally agree and in fact will not watch a video that’s just full of items you must have. I have even stopped following some people for the very reasons you have outlined. I don’t mind a little bit of suggestion but it’s when you get the people who have a dozen items you must have that get to me like an infomercial.
This is why I will continue to support you. You’re honest and share all the information to actually help people realize the truth about sponsorships and monetization influencers get that may not readily available or disclosed. I have noticed an influx of IG accounts I follow (for professional information and recommendations for dentistry) that say the items or products are on their Amazon list and they will post a link. I shop so much from Amazon and to think that those creators get a percentage of what I purchase regardless if it’s dentistry related (to their account) or for personal use is very deceptive. Know that now I will not be clicking on anymore links due to the tracking of cookies unless it’s a creator I choose to support. I don’t think it’s responsible as a creator to not disclose this information as they should and allow the person viewing the content to make that decision to support them based on having that information if they want to. I don’t use TikTok and the platform I use most often is TH-cam. FYI thank you so much! I was able to save using your code at Odens eye for the holiday bundle ❤❤
I agree it feels like QVC sometimes, and most of the time, I don't mind that. . .to a point. My personal turn offs are when I start to feel like they're: 1. more interested in selling products than making me an informed consumer, ie, they don't do product comparisons or point out cheaper options. 2. clearly focused on maintaining relationships with trendy/over-hyped or luxury brands, because again, it feels like they're more interested in pushing a product regardless of the value to the consumer. Oh, and I'm fully a youtube person. I'd rank Instagram 2nd, and TikTok a distant 3rd.
Hi Gorgeous! I would definitely say that TH-cam is my favorite platform by far. I hardly ever check out TikTok anymore. I don't use FB anymore. IG would be the second platform that I use to check out products and my subscription box. It is very confusing how TH-cam works for the person who has a channel. I have used codes recently for purchasing products. I wasn't sure if you benefited when I look at links to look for more information on a product even if I wasn't able to purchase a certain product. I have been learning more and more from you in the GRWM videos. It is very helpful! Thank you very much! See you soon Angie ❤
I'd like to say that you REALLY influence me. Beacause of our similar tastes and how clear you are on your opinios- very well thought throu opinios -I tent to want to test things you like. I even bought one of your pallets running the risk of paying double de price of taxes in my country. Just because I loved the colors and I knew you confirmed the qualily.
I think people either forget or aren’t old enough to know that retail sales used to always be on commission. I worked at a high mid department store. Commissions were a thing of the past went I worked there in mid 80a but there were three older sales ladies that were from the commission days and they were cut throat like they were still on commission. It was hard to get sales because those little old biddies were faster than they looked and were on each customer that came into the department like white on rice.
I have been avoiding some of my favorite creators even here on yt bc it's starting to feel like all I'm seeing is sale recommendations, black Friday sales, AMAZON links. I hate it, especially since I'm trying to slow down on the shopping anywhere I can.
But, don't get me wrong, I do want to see the ones I watch get paid & paid well. I don't mind sponsorships at all. I guess I'm changing the opposite way of the platforms.
BTW i watch you for some time, even before and definitely quality of your content whent up but i was never thinking your quality was bad at any moment! There might have been a video here or there where sound has bit of the issue or light but you always gave us grate experience with you!
Also, I would MUCH MUCH MUCH rather watch a 30 min video about makeup, then a 15-30 sec video on an item. I don't watch reviews on Tik Tok, only in TH-cam. I want an in depth video and not just a basically 15-30 sec video that's just there to sell me something, good or not... But videos like yours are more reliable! And entertaining! 💜💜💜
I 100 percent agree with your opinion as I have been seeing it more and more. One of my favorite platforms is TH-cam, as I love watching certain creators. But I also love Instagram as I follow more book content there. 😘💜
I watch TH-cam when I'm doing ~busywork/soft focus work for my job. But I think reddit influences my product choices more, and my friends influence me even more. I'll look for TH-cam reviews of makeup I'm considering, but more often I can enjoy watching a video INSTEAD of buying the pretty thing.
Yes! I agree Angie. Also, I don’t like when Instagram changed when you look at hashtags and all I can see now are top posts or recent top posts. I used to love to filter it to most recent posts and it showed everything with that hashtag. Mostly I can only find popular influencers and brands now, but I used to also love finding others to follow and enjoy more, not as professional I guess, pictures and content as well. If that makes sense 😂 😊 Great Video.
Instagrams targeted adds are what's getting me the most. They really know what I respond to. I use TH-cam more, but the adds are just random or im general more tied to the creator and demographic and not personalised
tbh I spend most of my time on youtube I live in the uk so I'm unable to shop through alot of anyone's links as most if not all are us and alot of indi brands don't deliver here I do use codes when shopping directly to brands xx
You said that and you are right but in the same time you’re the first to admit that videos where you talk about old products don’t go as well…. The problem is much more deeper then just creators
I am so thankful I found your channel you are the type of person I would have as a friend irl. Also I have used your code for the cosmic brushes Gothic pallette and will hopefully be using it to get delights and winter pallettes also I love your looks you make im 42 and love colorful makeup you are so inspirational and got be back into watching the beauty community as I hate the drama of some others. Oh I'm also waiting for my lure pallette to arrive lol so yes I really appreciate your effort you put into your videos and also your advice etc. You are my favorite beauty creator and the click is my favorite meme creator lol some people from Sweden are so inspiring
TH-cam is still definitely my favorite platform. I'm 23, so of the "younger generation" but I cannot stand TikTok, I deleted it after a couple of months. I still prefer longer videos, with more details and information than I can get from someone speed-talking in a 30-60 sec ad
You are rare! I don’t use TikTok. (Thank you autocorrect, I didn’t even know how to spell it 😂)
@@jamiedupris9920 lol 😂
Lol same. I’m 25 and I grew up with Vine but somehow TikTok is boring.
I enjoyed it at first but now absolutely hate it cuz people are so fake on there and I wouldn’t trust TikTok influencers with makeup reviews and I miss when TikTok wasn’t TikTok but it was musically 😢
@@markusfeindt everything feels so staged, nothing is real on there
As someone who struggles with shopping addiction, I have had to stop watching a lot of TH-cam channels about makeup. I still watch Angelica though because she doesn't push products on us ❤
I enjoy youtubers who reuse old stuff and encourage low buys. Angie and Heather are the only ones I watch regularly who I do feel does not help my shopping habits. I really enjoy watching them, but I have come to the reality their videos are bad for my wallet. I still watch, but I am really trying to tell myself no.
@@anh7807 Kelly Gooch and Hannah Louise Poston also focus on reusing, conscious shopping, and using up stuff.
@@anh7807I love shopping and can easily go overboard. I have learned to look at makeup especially eyeshadow with a critical eye. For example I could have easily bought Tarte Toasted Marshmallows, and Urban Decay Naked Heat. I personally think these look the same after looking at them. There are also three drugstore brands that look very similar.. I chose a drugstore brand for the price, package and the fact it comes with a mirror.
The drugstore brands are Cover Girl, Rimmel, and Kokie. I chose Kokie.
Can relate!
I also greatly limited the beauty content I watch due to marketing and my shopping.
Back in the “Morphe code” day, people got annoyed at commercials disguised as entertainment. Honestly now though, with Amazon hauls, Shein, sponsored videos etc…. It feels like almost all content is a commercial. I skip almost all of them and have unsubscribed to most creators now and listen to way more podcasts instead while I’m getting ready. I understand why influencers do it, but I’m not the audience anymore.
I stopped watching like 20 people because I was so done with the commercials. Not to mention disappointment. Especially when they are a full time influencer with expensive equipment and flashing expensive clothes/jewelry/vacations, then it's like - I cannot trust anything this person has to say anymore.
I’m starting to become this way too. Thanks for sharing. I am so bored with beauty content lately and I’m not sure if it’s because I’m just bored of buying.
Thank you very much for bringing up this topic, Angie! The overconsumption many influencers are promoting is destructive for both our wallets and the environment. I watch TH-cam mainly for entertainment purposes, not to buy staff. I understand influencers have to pay their rent, but it's out of control! I don't want to watch infomercials nonstop. Thank you so much for not shoving products down our throats!😥
I'm honestly fed up with social media in general because of the consumerism that's taken over. The only platform I'm still actually engaging in is youtube because overall the creators I watch dont push sales on their videos, they only have affiliate links on their description boxes. But I also recognize that one of the big reasons why I havent fallen into consumer mode is because most of my favourite creators are not from my country, so the links dont really work cause there's no shipping available for my region or the money conversion is way out of my league (for instance, 1 dollar = 5 BRL which is the Brazilian coin). But also... idk, I truly believe shopping in general has become a way for people to try and fill the void and the anguish left by the way we're currently living, how society has been shapen and has been shaping the way we relate to one another, the scent of hopelesness that hangs in the air with all the messed up stuff that's been going on. I understand we all need to make money, pay our bills, try to live somewhat comfortably, but at the same time I see companies profiting out of our suffering. Idk, late stage capitalism is wild.
being in advertising and graphic design, I'm so offput by ads (and hate being manipulated/told what to do or buy) that if people/platforms advertise something to me, my immediate instinct is to not engage or buy out of spite and defiance lol
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I’m the same way! I don’t want someone manipulating the way I spend my money and make a practice of using my critical thinking skills.
This is the first year that I was serious about being on a lowbuy or nobuy. I was caught up in buying anything and everything the past couple years, but I’ve come to realize how bad that was. I mean I would end up giving away 80% of my products because there was no way that I could get through them. Literally giving my money away. 🤦🏻♀️
Same!
Same here 🙉🙋🏻♀️
I agree as someone who has around 100 palettes. There's no way I can use them all, but the influencers have me wanting more.
Same!!!
My goal was no buy, I had enough makeup. However it was old, especially my eyeshadow pallettes. Started fresh and went overboard, I am now trying to decide what ones I want to keep,I know I don't need them all yet rehoming to a co worker is wasting money!!!
This is part of why I am getting into minimalism. I am buying a house half the size. Decluttering my life. And it's a breath of fresh air to see very few links in minimalism videos. The ones I watch anyway.
oh that sounds interesting :)
@AngelicaNyqvist I do still love makeup though and have a decent collection that isn't tiny but I greatly appreciate channels like yours that discuss makeup but remind viewers that we don't need everything out there just because we enjoy makeup content.
This is why I love you Angie, we are alllll feeling the constant shilling!!
If I ever was told to comment in order to get a link, I would unsubscribe.
Your “ that’s what he/she said “ was 10/10 today! 💕
I find you to be the one "influencer/content creator" that I find that is honest about adsense, being honest about affiliate links, sponsors, how much money and time you spend on your work. Integrity means so much to me, and also you appeal to my more colorful pallette loving self. I appreciate your honesty and upfront views, how friendly you and other influencers are with each other. Seeing the influencers that are hanging out, making these close friendships and not being catty, competitive, its a very wonderful thing to see and not what I'm used to seeing. I am rambling but just know that I highly appreciate you and your influence on the beauty scene! Also, I love when your content is long, love your vlogs!
Speaking of quality!!! I love you channel! I started watching you and stayed when you lived in Sweden, had a dark background, had shorter blond hair and lighter skin and darker lighting in the room. I found the mix of these things so authentic compared to the american mainstream youtubers. You reviewed bright colors eyeshadows, frosty highlighters and you looks were more like cosplay. Don't know if your equipment changed since than, probably yes.🤔
Yes I have changed a lot of my equipment since then, the darker room also messed up the settings and made the colors, both of me and the makeup, look more contrast-y and not life-like :) But I love how true to life my settings are now :)
@@AngelicaNyqvist I, too, have been watching since the beginning and just wanted to say how proud I am of you and your channel! You've made the transition to the US look effortless (when I am sure it wasn't). Thanks for still giving us your honest thoughts! ❤
I was watching some videos yesterday and had the same 👏exact 👏thought!👏
I simply prefer long content. I 95% watch TH-cam. I go on instagram occasionally a day but feel like I’m getting a headache with all the constant scrolling. I make descent money but in this economy I don’t want to go spend spend spend like I have been the last several years. I don’t even go on TikTok or click links to purchase on instagram. I come to TH-cam for entertainment but also I enjoy who I’m watching. Thank you for bringing this to light. ❤
That Cozy Cabin palette reminds me a lot of the Ghost Town Palette from Nomad 🤔😲
I think that after 8 years online making content Im puzzled how refreshing and relevant your videos are ❤ girl, dont get me wrong but after so many years sometimes people lose inspiration and thats normal, but in the age of tiktok its so amazing to watch you still
I still spend most of my social media time on TH-cam and Instagram. I only have a TikTok for work (I’m in advertising, and thus need to know the “trends”). I have massive respect for creators like you who are more conscious and thorough on recommendations. ❤ I automatically get put off by any content that says I “need” to hurry and buy something.
Same. I can’t stand HAUL videos. Like just shoving overconsumption and consumerism in our faces. Look at how much I bought! 🤮
I posted to insta about ten minutes ago and was thinking about this the whole time!! I hate all the new tools for selling stuff. I don’t want to constantly tag products and tell people to swipe, I just want to post pretty pictures and sometimes let people know when something is particularly good
That’s why I stopped using Instagram.
Favorite is TH-cam, 20 - 30 minutes (unless it's a comedian - then short form.) The others: too chaotic.
Really appreciate how you emphasize all the ways we can support your work in addition to the occasional purchase.
So agree! Creators I have enjoyed just selling their cloths, gadgets, etc.... every post, every video. It’s overwhelming and a turn off
I've been watching you since about 2018. I don't watch you because I'm looking to buy make up. I have makeup and I love a colourful look, but I rarely buy any because Im happy with what I've got. Don't get me wrong, occasionally you show something and I'm like, hmm that might be something I want to purchase let's see what Angie's gonna say about it, but I'm more often interested in the technique of how you're putting the make up on. But I mainly watch you because I just like to watch you put colourful make up on and talk. It's like watching an artist paint and them chatting about life. None of my other friends are into make up, so I guess I tune in for the company.
Yess!! I watch Angie too for colorful makeup, makeup techniques and to hear your thoughts on stuff. ❤
I only have TH-cam and Instagram, and enjoy long form content the most. I've also this year been on a low buy and have done well overall. 😊
Also, I enjoy all of your content so much!! I never view it as coming across pushy or salesy. I enjoy hearing your thoughts on a variety of things such as this video. And I especially enjoy learning different techniques from you, and eyeshadow looks, and what works for you in other types of makeup. I especially like that you're staying true to yourself. ❤
QVC channel can be an addiction for people, especially a retired person, and I remember getting gifts from my grandmother that were always from her QVC shopping stash.
Before your eye brush set came out, I recall seeing the Singe Beauty orange handle and thinking it was another brand of brush... starts with a D. Cannot wait for your next launch so we can see what was being blurred.
back when I was a kid I got addicted to it. Beanie. Babies. lol enough said! I have a ton my mom has kept in ziploch baggies and yes we have Princess Diana Bear..now that I think on it ARE they worth ANY money???
@@shandel499most are not worth much...only very specific rare ones. We all swore that they'd be worth thousands one day 😅
I was never a huge fan of QVC...probably because we were poor and never had money for shopping.
@shandel499 Beanie Babies are the big joke in the reselling community. Very few are worth anything. The Princess Diana will depend on date, edition and condition.
This is so true, lol. My grandma is retired and watches qvc a ton. I'll get messages that she randomly will send me or my kids stuff from qvc. I appreciate it but am like, slow down.
I'm so glad we are having this conversation on TH-cam, I thought I was the only one feeling like social media is not as content/fun focused and more like making free advertising for brands. I am a very small creator and I try to limit the use of affiliate links on my channel for that reason. I do work full time and TH-cam/makeup is my hobby and passion, but it does severely impact the money you earn. I definitely could not live off of adsense right now. I'm not sure where the line should be for brand/sales focused and fun vids but hopefully just keeping on doing videos I love will be the best route❤ love your channel and the look🥰
I’m such a TH-cam girlie. I’ve never even downloaded TicToc. 💛🌻
My favorite platform is YT - I like knowing the thought behind why someone is recommending something and similarities with existing alternate products - so only long form content can cater to that. I play videos at 1.25x - 1.5x speed to get them through faster lol
The US is all about consumerism. It's all about buying crap you don't need. I love how straight forward and honest you are
TH-cam is my most watched platform because of the variety. I do purchase most of my makeup through YT links. Instagram is my 2nd but not for makeup.
You're one of my very favorite creators. The reason I hit the subscribe button was because on one of your videos you said something like, "You don't have to use my code but use someone's code to save some money." (Also, you have that cool friend vibe.) As for social media platforms, I really enjoy Spoutible where there really aren't any influencers, it feels like Twitter did once upon a time.
I watch TH-cam, read Facebook, and i flip through Instagram. I feel that TH-cam is something i can invest my time in. I enjoy the longer form of TH-cam. I have never purposely went to TikTok. I don't have an account there and i don't want one. I have my favorite creators on TH-cam and i watch pretty much all of the content that is uploaded by said creators.
The content hasn't really changed with the creators that i really follow. I watch the creators because of the informative and entertainment aspects from the creators.
Your channel is one of my favorites.
Deff TH-cam gets me the most. I look for video reviews here for everything! I absolutely love watching TH-cam videos & long reviews. 30 seconds-1 minute isn’t shit
Honestly, your talk about Pintrest is so true for me! The lists I made for interior design have already inspired my current zen balcony and garden..
TH-cam is the best form of content for me personally. I actually remember some of what I've watched, contrary to very short form content. I don't have to actively be on the phone and scroll every 30 sec. I can do chores, hobbies, school at the same time. Honeslty, being able to chose what content I consume is also great. I percieve most short form content to excist only for the views and nothing has actual value.
Content quality is a really interesting topic Angie! I often need to remind myself when I see a video with poor quality lighting or poor sound quality, these are not professionals and if I made my own video it would be worse. Of course we need a reminder that variable quality is to be expected and our content creators are for the most part, real people and not professional media stars!
I prefer long form content because I like to watch while I'm doing dishes or projects. I appreciate your honesty and integrity. It is so disappointing when influencers sell out, pushing products they don't really like because they can make a buck. I don't mind at all when there are paid partnerships and or links- to me its all part of it but I really don't like being deceived. Short form (generally speaking) is like putting on a TV movie and skipping to the commercials.. some are obviously worse offenders than others. I understand the "don't hate the player, hate the game" stance but I just want the players to play a clean game. I enjoy getting to know the personality and insite of my favorite creators. I seek out links when I am shopping because if I am going to buy based on your video, it's kind of like me giving you a tip or giving back in some way and lets face it, we don't mind a discount. Influencer marketing through just PR is way more cost effective for brands than paying for an ad campaign. When my favorites get sponsorships and or collaborations, I truly am happy for them.
Angie doing makeup while talking about the creator economy is my favorite type of makeup video. 💯💕✌🏻
I love this conversation! I’ve definitely seen a shift from people uploading for the love of it to people uploading as a job (promoting codes, links etc). I feel nostalgic for old school YT. I’ve been on YT for 4 years as a hobby & can relate to what you said about being so enthusiastic at the start. It’s hard to keep interested sometimes as I feel such an outsider with the content I create. I’m so proud to have found a balance though. Like every hobby, sometimes I want to do it, other times I just want to relax on the couch & that’s ok 💖
I loved this conversation 👏👏👏
I definitely feel like I'm constantly being 'sold to' & it's just too much.
The posts asking you to DM for links are exploding in popularity & I absolutely will not engage with them. It's extreme MLM vibes.
I understand why people are using that tactic but it's just not for me.
Tysm for having these open & comprehensive discussions.
It's important to talk about & bring awareness to these things.
Knowledge is key 🥳
Angie I gotta say, you and Hannah Louise Poston are my favorite creators by FAR because y'all so real! I just love that you don't promote consumerism, it has helped my no buy year tremendously. 😊 As far as favorite social media platforms I would say youtube and pinterest because it's easier to interact without buying stuff.
I just commented on Robert Welsh's video about MLM. Where I believe influencer marketing is a more modern type of MLM. Where parasocial relationships are very normal nowadays. MLMs make people spend money because they want to stay in a "community", it's the same with influencers and "fans" where people are influenced to make purchases just to feel connected with the community. We live in very weird times.
6 . 34 you get use to hear this heavy breathing, out of boredom ,when you have a dog who is bored but still sits with you because you are their everything 😊
back in the day lol people used to watch commercials or ads on tv and now more people are cutting cable and streaming netflix/hulu etc ad free so i think a lot of companies have turned to social media to push products or advertise. also i think companies using creators or influencers is probably cheaper for them than to get a celebrity to be a spokesperson
I LOVE LOVE LOVE your videos. Your personality is amazing and genuine. Just wanted to share. Thank you for being you and sharing your thoughts and life on TH-cam! 💗😁
TH-cam is what influenced me the most !! I follow you, Sam, Yari,Allie, Cheryl, Steff , Heather the ones I can trust and don’t throw things down your throat every time !! You guys are not sales peeps .. you guys are true and honest and there what I love ❤.. Pinterest I use for recipes I haven’t checked it out for other things !! Tik tok well I only use that for songs, and laughs !!
Im always late to the party. I didn't even know people were doing makeup on TH-cam or that people had a channel. But now i have a lot of fun watching you & a few others. I realized i had a love for makeup & some color! I didn't know before so thank you for helping me. And suggesting good products. I appreciate all your hard work. Thanks for your sweet videos Angie 🥰🧡🧡🧡
I needed to see this. As someone only recently really becoming interested in beauty, your message to remember to use the information and not just buy everything trending is very helpful! I may want it all, but I definitely need to choose carefully!
I couldn't agree more. Sometimes I hate even logging on to IG. It's like...buy, buy,buy!!!
Of course advertising is influential on people, otherwise brands wouldn't waste their money on it, but it really is down to us as individuals to manage our finances and filter our feeds as best as we can. People complain this or that Beauty Guru push products, only do sponsored videos... THEN STOP WATCHING THEM? Watch what makes you happy! Follow and unfollow and make your feed what YOU want it to be!
Sometimes it’s not so simple to unsubscribe when you like the person but not the way they start to run content.
This was a well-done, thoughtful and measured video. Also TY for providing the details that consumers don't know (e.g. commission rates).
TH-cam and Instagram are the only social media I use. For makeup, I prefer TH-cam; for my art business/inspo, definitely Instagram. But I hate uploading on IG… some about it stresses me out. I appreciated this video, Angi, and you are my main inspiration for anything eyeshadow. Thank you!
thank you for always being genuine and never pushing products on your viewers. you’re definitely one of the good ones, Angie💕
I was thinking about this the other day. We work so hard to avoid commercials on tv etc and now we watch TH-cam videos which are essentially commercials and every other post you look at in Facebook and instagram are ads. It’s gotten out of control.
I understand that this is a job for so many creators. TH-cam is my primary source of entertainment, and I have absolutely no shame about financially supporting the creators who spend all their time making quality content for viewers like me. I think a lot of people understand how this works and are perfectly okay with using things like affiliate links. I make SURE to use affiliate links, and not because it saves me 10% or whatever. I do it so that the content creator will get paid for their time, so they continue to get PR. At the same time, I have over 40 palettes probably and I have really slowed down on purchasing. I really don't need *ANOTHER* palette. At this point, I really just want a direct way to tip or pay the creators, so I appreciate things like Patreon and the TH-cam version of that.
“Viewers almost demand the kind of content that takes creators 50-60 hour work weeks.” - It amazes me with some comments I see from viewers. Like a creator will do a really in-depth video showing all different application methods, with primer and without, with powder and without, etc. WAY more than what I see from most creators. AND it’s like there will STILL be a comment or more that are like, “oh this was great but next time can you also do xyz.” Like DANG, they did more than I see pretty much every other creator do and that’s still not good enough?! Like I can get the info I need to know if I want to try it or not from the in-depth review they did with how many ways they showed it. At that point it’s like, you just need to buy it yourself and try it. But there’s always people that want something more. Unfortunately, even creators who do amazing, in-depth videos will always have some comments asking them to do more. It’s crazy to me! I can’t imagine the time it takes for them to do all the actual video, b roll, close ups, comparisons, different applications (their poor faces wiping off and reapplying so many times or having to do it over multiple days in order to film it), and people still ask for more 😅😅
HaHA! The “that’s what he said” moment….🤣 I don’t personally have TikTok, instagram or even Twitter/X. I refuse to run around chasing platforms, and I love the longer content on YT.
I recently started my youtube channel and I relate with this so much that I don’t want to be a salesperson. There’s nothing wrong with that career path but to me authenticity matters more than trying to sell people, well, anything and everything. Thanks for this video.
Your channel growth over the last couple of years only further proves what your saying about people wanting better quality videos. Also, it doesn't matter to me, to an extent! When you moved to the US I know you had to update a lot of your equipment for filming, as someone whos been watching your channel for years I've watched your subscribers double since then & I noticed you were at 60-70k for a bit before you moved and did the update. I think when we first start watching a channel, quality is one of the things were looking for, along with knowledge and other things. For a lot of people, once we watch someone for a while they almost become apart of your daily life, at that point quality may not matter as much anymore.
yeah I know for myself too, I am lookin for clear, well-lit quality videos :)
I still love watching Beauty TH-cam. Sometimes, I make purchases based on what I see. I bought the Danessa Myricks Lightwork Volume 5 and I regret nothing. Also planning to get the new winter Cosmic Brushes palette.
As someone who's battling with the concept of starting a channel, this video was super helpful. I want to start a channel and I think I've got a decent idea, but since I don't know how to edit, shoot, etc I'm afraid to start because I don't like not doing something *well* but nobody begins at *well*... 😮💨
Who knows, maybe there's not even a point because I surely don't want to be a salesperson.
Do it! Editing is hard work but, it's a fun skill to learn.
You can even make a video and don't post it just for giggles.
Start up is the hardest bit. There's lots of learning and it's touch and go. Just try it and dont post it or just share it with friends and family as a creative outlet.
At least you can say you tried and failed, like me :)
I consider myself ’old school’ and I definitely favor TH-cam over other social media platforms. I spend a lot of time on Facebook but mostly to keep in touch with friends…so the social aspect of social media. I used to be a fan of QVC, but I feel the shopping channels have moved away from all but the biggest brands and the same ones are featured over and over again. I like that on TH-cam,if you enjoy an influencer’s personality or style, you can choose who to watch and when to watch them. I don’t shop a lot though links in general, but I have definitely purchased collars and such based on my desire to support a particular creator.
It is TH-cam, I'm 32 and I don't have tictoc and I don't miss it. I'm ok with it and happy to See my Favorite TH-camr like you everytime❤❤❤❤
I'll be 41 next month, and I definitely don't have the energy I used to, even 5 years ago. I use Facebook and TH-cam. I enjoy both longer videos and shorts, so I'm glad they are available on both. I don't have Instagram or Tiktok. 💛💛💛
I enjoy supporting you as a creator because you’ve given me so much knowledge on indie brands. I am always using your affiliate links!
I love your look today and have been interested in this palette. I’m also interested in the What’s Up Beauty palette and also the new alien palette from adept. And, I can’t have all three, so…..I’ll wait a bit longer to make my decision.
Love you and love all of your videos! ❤
I like that you talk about the "work in the background" of a content creator. It puts me off, if I get the feeling, that someone is mostly interested in selling you stuff than being honest about a product. I like your content, have a great day 😊
Have a great day all! 😅
You too!
I’m so glad you said it! Because every time I open my TH-cam that’s all I see, but hey we all gotta make that money❤
I loved this discussion. Thank you!! I spend most of my time on TH-cam and frankly I'm not liking the latest trend in a lot of beauty creators suddenly doing vlogs for the "look at the luxury items i'm buying" experience, it seems non-stop and I'm not enjoying it at all.
This was a beautiful look. I think TH-cam is my favorite platform. And I’m more likely to buy when I see how everything is applied. I don’t want to use TH-cams product listing. I like looking up your pinned products and shopping that way. Or in your description box I probably should say. Always love watching your videos!❤
TOP SECRET PROJECT 👀👀 you can’t do this to me Angie 😂❤
TH-cam is my favorite. I love watching you, Heather, Samantha, and Allie. I buy a lot through your links or codes.
Beautiful look please do some more with this palette since I’m buying it ❤😊 and I love you. I enjoy your videos all the time.
If i feel pushed to shop or buy, or feel like a channel is just an advertisement, i stop watching.
I like you. You are not pushy and i feel you are honest.
I love your integrity to speak your mind ❤
Oh yeah since the pandemic I work from home and shop way too much. I’ve got to slow down, I’ll never be able to pan any eyeshadow ever at the rate I’ve collected. But I love the creators and I love watching and listening during my workday.
And this is why we love you and your content. 🎉🎉
What a great topic! I totally agree and in fact will not watch a video that’s just full of items you must have. I have even stopped following some people for the very reasons you have outlined. I don’t mind a little bit of suggestion but it’s when you get the people who have a dozen items you must have that get to me like an infomercial.
I agree with you 100% about commenting to get a link. I also don’t want to download LTK for any items.
Beautiful look, Angie! TH-cam influences me the most because I appreciate longer, thorough, thoughtful reviews.
25:51 Oh my gosh, Pinterest influences me as well!
This is why I will continue to support you. You’re honest and share all the information to actually help people realize the truth about sponsorships and monetization influencers get that may not readily available or disclosed. I have noticed an influx of IG accounts I follow (for professional information and recommendations for dentistry) that say the items or products are on their Amazon list and they will post a link. I shop so much from Amazon and to think that those creators get a percentage of what I purchase regardless if it’s dentistry related (to their account) or for personal use is very deceptive. Know that now I will not be clicking on anymore links due to the tracking of cookies unless it’s a creator I choose to support. I don’t think it’s responsible as a creator to not disclose this information as they should and allow the person viewing the content to make that decision to support them based on having that information if they want to. I don’t use TikTok and the platform I use most often is TH-cam. FYI thank you so much! I was able to save using your code at Odens eye for the holiday bundle ❤❤
My favorite platform is TH-cam,I like long video explending thing about makeup,fragrances... I like TikTok too but I don't learn there ❤❤❤
I agree it feels like QVC sometimes, and most of the time, I don't mind that. . .to a point. My personal turn offs are when I start to feel like they're:
1. more interested in selling products than making me an informed consumer, ie, they don't do product comparisons or point out cheaper options.
2. clearly focused on maintaining relationships with trendy/over-hyped or luxury brands, because again, it feels like they're more interested in pushing a product regardless of the value to the consumer.
Oh, and I'm fully a youtube person. I'd rank Instagram 2nd, and TikTok a distant 3rd.
Hi Gorgeous! I would definitely say that TH-cam is my favorite platform by far. I hardly ever check out TikTok anymore. I don't use FB anymore. IG would be the second platform that I use to check out products and my subscription box.
It is very confusing how TH-cam works for the person who has a channel. I have used codes recently for purchasing products. I wasn't sure if you benefited when I look at links to look for more information on a product even if I wasn't able to purchase a certain product. I have been learning more and more from you in the GRWM videos. It is very helpful! Thank you very much!
See you soon Angie ❤
18:31 made my morning, best makeup-related TWSS joke yet, new mantra…works, too, for deep discussions, etc, haha
TH-cam, absolutely! Even the people I like I don't watch on any other platform.
I'd like to say that you REALLY influence me. Beacause of our similar tastes and how clear you are on your opinios- very well thought throu opinios -I tent to want to test things you like. I even bought one of your pallets running the risk of paying double de price of taxes in my country. Just because I loved the colors and I knew you confirmed the qualily.
I think people either forget or aren’t old enough to know that retail sales used to always be on commission. I worked at a high mid department store. Commissions were a thing of the past went I worked there in mid 80a but there were three older sales ladies that were from the commission days and they were cut throat like they were still on commission. It was hard to get sales because those little old biddies were faster than they looked and were on each customer that came into the department like white on rice.
I have been avoiding some of my favorite creators even here on yt bc it's starting to feel like all I'm seeing is sale recommendations, black Friday sales, AMAZON links. I hate it, especially since I'm trying to slow down on the shopping anywhere I can.
But, don't get me wrong, I do want to see the ones I watch get paid & paid well. I don't mind sponsorships at all. I guess I'm changing the opposite way of the platforms.
Beautiful look for you!!!
BTW i watch you for some time, even before and definitely quality of your content whent up but i was never thinking your quality was bad at any moment! There might have been a video here or there where sound has bit of the issue or light but you always gave us grate experience with you!
Also, I would MUCH MUCH MUCH rather watch a 30 min video about makeup, then a 15-30 sec video on an item. I don't watch reviews on Tik Tok, only in TH-cam. I want an in depth video and not just a basically 15-30 sec video that's just there to sell me something, good or not... But videos like yours are more reliable! And entertaining! 💜💜💜
I 100 percent agree with your opinion as I have been seeing it more and more. One of my favorite platforms is TH-cam, as I love watching certain creators. But I also love Instagram as I follow more book content there. 😘💜
I watch TH-cam when I'm doing ~busywork/soft focus work for my job. But I think reddit influences my product choices more, and my friends influence me even more. I'll look for TH-cam reviews of makeup I'm considering, but more often I can enjoy watching a video INSTEAD of buying the pretty thing.
I love the looks u create
Yes! I agree Angie. Also, I don’t like when Instagram changed when you look at hashtags and all I can see now are top posts or recent top posts. I used to love to filter it to most recent posts and it showed everything with that hashtag. Mostly I can only find popular influencers and brands now, but I used to also love finding others to follow and enjoy more, not as professional I guess, pictures and content as well. If that makes sense 😂 😊 Great Video.
Instagrams targeted adds are what's getting me the most. They really know what I respond to. I use TH-cam more, but the adds are just random or im general more tied to the creator and demographic and not personalised
tbh I spend most of my time on youtube I live in the uk so I'm unable to shop through alot of anyone's links as most if not all are us and alot of indi brands don't deliver here I do use codes when shopping directly to brands xx
Good morning beautiful 😍 Angie. Love this topic of discussion.
TH-cam is my favorite platform. I deleted Facebook and I don’t really use my instagram because it is too much sometimes
You said that and you are right but in the same time you’re the first to admit that videos where you talk about old products don’t go as well…. The problem is much more deeper then just creators
yeah viewers are not as interested in older products as a whole :)
I am so thankful I found your channel you are the type of person I would have as a friend irl. Also I have used your code for the cosmic brushes Gothic pallette and will hopefully be using it to get delights and winter pallettes also I love your looks you make im 42 and love colorful makeup you are so inspirational and got be back into watching the beauty community as I hate the drama of some others. Oh I'm also waiting for my lure pallette to arrive lol so yes I really appreciate your effort you put into your videos and also your advice etc. You are my favorite beauty creator and the click is my favorite meme creator lol some people from Sweden are so inspiring
Thank you! 😋❤
@@AngelicaNyqvist sorry it was such a long message lol. I think you are so talented and really enjoy your humor to