So much respect for you for pointing out how abnormal these extensive "collections" are for the average viewer! I definitely struggled with comparing myself to young beauty gurus as well.
You are incredible, truly one of a kind on this platform. As a therapist myself, my heart hurts when I hear you say “my fault” when you talk about your adolescence. Try to think of it more as neutral, or “it was what it was,” and be kind to your younger self just trying to stay afloat ❤
She’s too harsh on herself, lately I’ve seen her down and I am just a follower but I wish she could see how much I relate to her, I was there too and love skincare, she has helped me with my skin and it’s such a kind, honest person. Cassie in case that you read me I want to let you know you are amazing and strong.
It's content like this that assures me you're trust worthy. This could NOT have been easy to put out there and I'm so proud of you💜You influence responsibly and it's noticed and so deeply appreciated.
This is the 1st REAL video I’ve seen since a YT dr said that face cleansers should never be expensive + skincare s/b for ur skin type only + if an ‘influencer’ influences u otherwise, they’re influencing their coin, at ur expense. ♥️
I definitely recommend watching Dr. Dray. They're board certified, and don't shit on something because it's affordable, and goes off how it works. She also has some great insights in general
The price is related to how much the company spends in materials, transportation, taxes, empoyees, etc. And is also highly related to demand and inflation. So even if some could be more affordable for some people, they will never be "cheap" as companies that sell "cheap" products always mistreat their employees, underpay them (if they get paid), use bad quality materials, etc. And it also depends on the country you are from. If you live in the US you actually have the most options and therefore some of the lowest prices in the world. Competition (capitalism) reduces prices as they have to adapt to "better quality for a better price" idea. In my country (Argentina) a usd$20 product is basicaly a luxury, even a usd$10, as an average salary now-a-days doesn't go much higher than usd$200. Imagine a simple facial moisturizer that costs a 10th part of your monthly salary not counting a cleanser, spf, exfolient, soap, hair products, etc. Calculate that. Crazy. But well, I guess in the US that's a more realistic expectation. No shade or anything, I just wanted to give more context to some prices and to say that "should never be expensive" is quite never truly realistic or necesarily good even if it SOUNDS good.
Thank you for this. During the pandemic, I started watching beauty content and other content that could be described as influencer driven. At 40 years old, I was old enough to largely have avoided it until stress, depression, and loneliness sent me to YT more than I ever had been before. The result was an insane amount of time, money, and energy spent on stuff. Mostly stuff I didn't need. It isn't all bad. My skin has never looked better, and my makeup is more polished. However, I did end up with credit card debt and new found insecurity because of it. These days, I rarely watch influencer content (including yours, I'm sorry) because I struggle to remember that I don't need stuff to make me better. Therapy is helping with that! Curiosity had me clicking on this, and I really appreciate it. If my current routine stops working for me, yours is a channel I would seek for recommendations!
I relate to your comment a lot. I'm a few years older than you and I started watching skincare channels probably during covid. I've learnt so much about skincare and ingredients, I've learnt to take better care of my skin (something I thoroughly enjoy these days, whereas before I did only half heartedly). However, I've realised that watching all these videos, where different products are presented every time, has led me to want them all! I've been spending so much money on toners, serums, moisturisers... I do use them, but I definitely buy more than I need. I think I need to put a stop to it. I just hope that I can. My latest purchase was just yesterday 😢
@BarbaraT. I get it! I have faith that you can do it. If it helps, I realized that my skin really improved when I simplified and stopped changing my routine all the time. That has encouraged me to stop buying new things. Also, I do not watch as much beauty related content. Way less temptation!
i wish i had found your vids when i was in my teens ! i’m 22 now, but i can definitely say social media has poorly influenced my mental health (n in high school, my physical health)
The best influencer video I’ve ever seen. I used to watch unboxing videos but no more. They did nothing good for me. I’m happy that a couple of channels I watch do not even do them any more - I think that is best and very responsible. Thank you and keep up the great content!
Cassandra, you're so right it's not necessar to seen the things that others have, we're unique and special, and there is no need to compare us with anyone else. I personally developed a need to buy a lot of products and it's not a good thing. Thank you for helping me understand a little more of myself ❤
I appreciate your candidness. So many of us feel or have felt how you just described. And btw, showing off your haul is multi-generational. I think its ingrained in us.
Omg. The flashbacks. I got my first job at 16. As an introvert I loved to go to the mall alone. I would always show my mom my "haul" Just saw the Coach shoes... So relatable.
This video is really precious for many reasons, and the things you say apply to a so much wider extent than the specific framework of skincare/beauty industry/body issues/standards. Thank you, Cassandra 💜 Also, you have clearly come such a long way, you don't need the self insecurity you show at the end of the video...you know in your heart that what you are saying is right, don't doubt it so much!
"Hey Cassandra, it is really easy to fall into FOMO about anything and everything , apart from that all i want to say that you realy care about people , i love the choice that you have made , It's a refreshing perspective that sets you apart. Your authenticity and individuality really shine through in your content. Keep doing what you're doing!" YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLY BOTH INSIDE AND you ❤
I respect this video so so much. This is exactly why I direct my nieces or younger girls or anyone I know who has expressed to me their struggles with their skin or acne to your channel first and foremost. Because of how honest and uplifting and positive you are while also being extremely educational and basing your recommendations on science! Your content helps people learn while helping people feel good about themselves, and that is what exactly what we need more of, especially on social media! ❤
Were the exact same age and I didn’t realize how many other people felt insanely insecure and deluded themselves into dressing like the “cool kids” in the hopes that you would stop being you and turn into one of them. I kept (wrongly) thinking that until a few weeks ago. 2024 is the year of self love 💕
I have been watching you for over 10 years probably! Just came back for the first time in years because my acne has come back at a brand new level/ severity. You have always given me a safe feeling. Thank you
I came back just to comment this cass.. Thank you!!!!! I just watched some reels (i mostly study ...but youtube shorts still pop up sometimes..) which made me super insecure as an 18 year old girl... The influencers wore better clothes, heels (i can't wear heels but still that made me wanma own some more as well) .. i was about to note down things she had.. But then i remembered you.. you're really very inspiring cass.. ❤❤ My world is completely different from theirs.. different goals .. different lifestyle.. I can't possibly spend that much time being insecure.. And you made me realize that 🌱💚💚🙏🙏🏻
I LOVE your honesty… You break the mold of wanna be’s on social media! You are spot on about the beauty industry, fashion industry and society in general breaking the spirit of young people!!! I encourage my daughters to watch your videos… real, raw and AWESOME!!!
Cassandra, you are beautiful. The way you so freely describe your past, and the depth of your introspection made me emotional. You're a great role model and your videos never fail to promote a good message. Thank you!!!
Bless you Cassandra! Keep on keeping on being you to the core. Enjoy your inner journey. I wish that I had started mine at your age. But no regrets, I am 61 and have a beautiful life to which I give credit to starting therapy in my 30s. I pride myself in stepping off of the consumer rat wheel in recent years. Only to enter the RUclips skincare consumer mentality in the last couple of months in search of a solution for my dry eyelids. I did find the solution - Vaseline. But in the process also found myself sucked back into the consumer vortex of all of the products that I need to buy to be the best version of myself - outward looking. Because I too experienced the trauma of teenage acne and have very sensitive skin (which I often wonder might be attributed to stripping my skin in my teens), I have a very minimalist routine. When I step back, I realize that I could benefit from incorporating different ingredients in my skincare routine for the period of life that I find myself in. Do you do online consults? Thank you for being vulnerable with your viewers and for approaching skincare from a results based focus as opposed to consumer based focus.
I want you to know that one of the reasons I followed you was because the way you talk about how it FEELS to have acne and so desperately want clear skin. You explain and describe the feeling more perfect than anyone else I’ve seen on social and I appreciate that!! I also follow you because I LOVE how you love and explain the science of the way skin works! Makes my little science minded brain happy!😂
I relate to your story so much. I’m so glad when I grew up internet addicted in the 2000s things weren’t like they are now. I did so much comparing of myself to other online but none of the people I followed on bebo or MySpace or tumblr, no one showed you as hardcore detail about their lives, what they owned, what they did, what their houses were like. It was hard enough to compare myself and what I didn’t have to the wealthier people in my life in real life let alone on the internet!! I’m so thankful you’re talking about this. I remember in my early 20s when beauty RUclips started with the collection videos and I would compare what I owned to how much people who were working makeup artists had!! What the heck!! Creators like you who are sent, buy, and test products have so many so that the rest of us can buy less and be informed about what is more likely to work for us before we try it ourselves. I’m older and wiser enough to know that now. I hope younger people who had experiences like I did are able to learn that so the painful comparison and things you end up doing to feel like you can measure up aren’t as harmful as they had been in the past. Thanks Cassandra! This video hit so close to home for me. You rock
As a momma of a daughter around your age who doesn’t match the “social norm” with body image…I. Love. You. I wish she had a human like you in her daily life. You’re a lifesaver & loved. ❤
This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen on YT. Your honesty and self-awareness and the ability to share these in the way that you do is phenomenal. I love all your videos, this is one of the best ❤
A beautiful communication. Thank you. I would add that it is not just the 16 year-old who suffers. This is a cycle that can follow one into their adulthood, especially now, when so much information about what people have - not just on their shelves - but in the information they share on Facebook, Instagram, and all of the other media outlets. So many people feel lesser, undervalued, unsupported, and misunderstood. It is a critical world where, despite all of the stoves to open up culturally and racially, we still define each other through a filtered, limited microscope.
I am so proud of the human being you are and hopeful that more conscious people exist. Already loved your content, personality, pov. Today I have even more respect. I trust you. Thank you!
Hi Cassandra! I love your candid transparency in this video and the luxury skincare isn't for the rich video! You are such a great skincare big sister! Would you ever do a video on which textures you liked or did not like in certain skincare products?
I so appreciate and admire your honesty. I know you are reaching so many young people who are feeling the things you felt. School is so tough for so many. Thank you for this video!
This reasoning is accurate. I don’t need to see a video with a large number of products. I want to see one that answers my questions and maybe addresses a need. I think occasionally implementing the question, "How is this helpful?" Can lead the way to better content. I like this vibe.
Your authenticity, honesty and transparency are what sets you apart from other influencers for me. I remember the start of RUclips as well, it was a chaotic and exciting time! As hard as it was for you to go through (and I deeply empathize for you having to go through that horrible period then and now), I’m so proud of you that you’re at a period where you can reflect back and share your experiences with us in order to educate and spread awareness about these important topics. I haven’t seen a video like this before and it is SO REFRESHING. Truly Cass, thank you for being you. I’m so proud of you and adore you and your accomplishments ❤❤❤❤
you are so raw and i can’t tell you how brave and admirable you are to me. thank you for all the ways you open up to us. it’s so refreshing and so rare. i appreciate you. ❤️
I think even just you sharing that you have different areas for self and for work is good enough. As someone who went into her friends shower and took a picture of all her products bc “goals” it’s so easy to compare. Granted I would want to know “what to use for acne prone aging skin with sun stache” that’s not going to be accomplished by looking at your collection. I can try to figure it out-but I can do the same by going to specific videos Thank you for trying to protect others mental health based on your own experiences
I appreciate your honesty. When I started watching the skin care culture on RUclips, I purchased way too much. Now, I know what I like, and I repurchase the things I use. But I still have 30 bottles of The Ordinary that will go bad before I use them, and I’ll never begin to use all the eye shadow and blush I’ve bought on Ulta sales. It was an expensive lesson I excess.
I think this video should have so many more views than what it has, it was extremely insightful and beautifully explained. This is a message that goes beyond skincare. I believe many people could benefit from it. ❤
YOU ARE RIGHT. I actually like your content because you never do hauls nor tours. I come to RUclips for education and you deliver without fail. You are awesome. Sending hugs.
I'm so glad I just looked at the thumbnail and didn't read the title. I wasn't looking forward to a tour video, but clicked on it because I like you and knew you would probably cheer me up. 👏 Boy was I right! 💜🦋
This video made my already great respect for you as a person grow to astronomical proportions❤ If more content creators and influencers tought like you the internet would be a better place.
I totally get where you're coming from. I love videos like that from influencers, because i love seeing which products they stick with and keep coming back to for their own skin x
I feel so much respect for you after listening to you share with so much honesty and passion. You’re not delusional and I don’t want to change your mind. Therapy has brought you to a good place and I hope you’re proud of yourself
I love this and I love how real and honest you are about how comparing what you have to others and how that won’t make you happy because that’s so true. I think everyone has been in that situation at some point.
Hey Girl - don’t doubt yourself. You are authentic and genuine and much needed in the influencer community. I tell my friends, young people, and anyone who will listen, about your channel. I share the desire to educate peeps on ingredients, procedures, and products - good and bad - to be able to make informed and smart choices. Your shared personal journey highlights many struggles and how you have overcome- and still struggle with - are the same as many of us, also struggle with Kudos to you young lady - lead on….😊
Cassandra!! This has to be the BEST video I've ever watched by an influencer of any standing. I have new found respect for you. Its been eye opening and I'm so thankful for your open and honest thoughts. You are one heck of a beauty!! Stay beautiful by doing everything you're doing. You're a positive influence, unlike many other creators who just make it about how many hits they can get or how many free products they can get their paws on!! Much love ❤️
Some very helpful reminders here. Especially about comparing oneself to others. I have been slipping into this recently, but now I will try my best not to. ❤
Hi Cassandra. I think most people that request to see your skin care shelves are just curious. Although there are some that will look at your full, expensive product full shelves and see it the same way you did as a teenager. More = self worth. Hats off to you, for remembering and being sensitive to someone that might have a issue with self esteem. This video was a gift to these people. You might of shown someone something about themselves that they didn’t even realize. Great valuable video 💕
I buy drugstore products that work for me and I am mostly brand loyal when something works but I love watching your content because it is so good natured and informative. I’ve learned so much watching your channel. Thank you for being so open and encouraging ❤
hi cassandra! (first, you hair looks fantastic here:) I just wanted to thank you *a lot* for your videos, every active and product you recommended worked wonders, my skin got so smooth that I even quit my super bad habit of skin picking, it has tremendously diminished over the last year - it had been 17 years of it (and the poor self-esteem that goes with it). My skin is close to flawless and there is nothing to pick at. This bad habit of escaping through picking turned into awesome rituals of trying product, taking care of my skin, and watching it recover from enlarged pores, acne and scars, I can finally start being confident and this means so much!! Sending true good energy to you and I hope this year treats you the best, after whatever you went through
Having a very dark time. Struggling so much with my skin, mental health and trauma. This video and your POV is literally the thing that gave me hope today and that hold on your not alone feeling. You give that feeling alot. Thankyou cassandra your literally a hero❤
You are 100% contributing a positive influence on social media! I love learning from your videos. It actually helped me in my Anatomy and Physiology class with the Integumentary portion! ❤
I don’t wanna see a skincare shelf and I completely understand and agree with why you don’t want to do one, I however would love a video on out of all the skincare you own what’s the best you’ve tried in every category! So we still get a taste of what you have access to but it gets to the point of what we really wanna know, what works!!!
your very real & I love that about you ! I constantly feel like I’m wanting / needing things to achieve some level but those things don’t make u happy in the end, you have to be happy with yourself. I really don’t think there is much benefit or point to it like your saying, when I see so many beauty creators just buy stuff bc it’s trendy, I think it’s so insane how much stuff they have and how it never probably even gets used. It isn’t something everyone should be trying to achieve. If it works for you & your lifestyle than that’s great! but for the average human it’s not needed. Thank you for being you! 🤍🫶🏻😊
The reason why this is the only skincare channel I keep following nowadays (unfollowed all the Hyrams, Welsh, whatever channels...) is that it still has a touch with reality. Has insight. Self appraisal. And reasonably connects with the followers on more than a superficial levels... I believe this topic will resonate with many people, and I very much appreciate Cassandra talking about it.
I have immense amount of respect for you. I always had when I discovered you 2 years ago but this just confirms that I made a good choice to subscribe to your channel and listen to you regarding skin and skincare in general.
I appreciate this so much. It can be difficult, even as an older person to try to feel a part of online communities with people who have similar interests and likes, when you're disabled and living under the poverty line, as hard as I try not to compare myself or my life circumstances to others. Consumerism is everywhere be it via subscriptions, donations, products, collections, trips, talks about ordering delivery or going to restaurants, etc etc. There's nothing wrong with talking about those aspects of life, it's absolutely normal! But then on the other hand the more of that is featured or discussed within whatever community, the more of an outsider I feel, because of my personal circumstances. Anyway, I love that you have this insight and are doing so much to share your experiences with both skincare and mental health and personal growth!
I just love you! I don’t always agree with you. But I always learn so much! I love science. Watching your content has led me to some great products. For the first time ever I’m actual using the whole container for skin care products I love! For this video I understand your point and total agree with your reasoning! Well thought out! Positive influencer, I cannot get enough of your helpful influences!
@cassandrabankson I relate to this. Unfortunately, I have not evolved out of the materialist fulfillment phase yet… but there’s always hope. I relate to you and I appreciate you for being so transparent and honest. Thank you.
You are not crazy for this at all. Those skincare collection videos definitely are fueled by the viewers' desires for materialism. I respect you for making this point and not worsening that mental health problem.
I'd definitely say you and your videos are a positive influence for me personally, as learning about skin care and the science behind things like ceramides and needing SPF has transformed my skin and hopefully I can keep it healthy for a long time. Thankyou!
You are not delusional, you are extremely human. I am 52 and feel so related to your experiences. The good thing is, at some point you won't give a f. shit about anything and you will become the beautiful butterfly that is already showing ❤
OMG THANK YOU FOR CALLING OUT OMG SHOES 😂😂😂 those kind of videos were the best. Nigahiga was my jam! Also love your candour and thoughtfulness in this video ❤️
Younger me is SO happy you made this, and this video really healed a piece of me I needed back when I was a teenager. Thank you for always sharing upfront and honest but also extremely caring and uplifting. You’re beautiful inside and out 💕✨
As a long time fan and all the knowledge you have a video like that can really help people who are New to your channel. Because you are qualified to do it due to your knowledge and experience.
I agree with your decision on not showing your skincare collection. I did watch an earlier video regarding K beauty and I did the research and ordered from Stylevana and I love everything I use now, which cost less and is better for my skin. Thank you for that!
I can totally relate to your insecurities growing up. For the longest time I thought it was just me because I, too, used to compare myself to those pretty girls at school who had everything. Then high school happened and I started to get zits, acne. As if I weren't insecure enough; let's just put some diarrhea icing on that shit cake!!! Somehow I survived. Now, I finally know not to compare myself to others, but sometimes that old monster rears its ugly head. Habits are not always so easy to beat. Now, I'm really into skincare because I used to be jealous of the actors in school that got to wear the pancake makeup even though everybody told me, "NO" that's not the answer and will only make it worse. By the time I got it fixed after two rounds of Accutane, I was so happy!!! ---- Really glad to see that you are doing better because I was just watching a video from two months ago and you seemed really depressed but were hiding it really well. Breakup? Heartbreak? Either way, you're so strong and I knew that you would pull through whatever it was. Glad you're back to yourself!!! You deserve to be happy!!!
Oh Cass, we are totally soul sisters! I can’t even begin to say how alike we are and the things we went through. I’m so glad we held on and are pushing forward ❤
Hi Cassandra, I have to be honest and say I do not subscribe to any beauty RUclips etc influencers however I came across your channel through a certain video and was so impressed by your candour and intelligence and honesty that I ended up subscribing. This is literally the 2nd video I have watched if yours as just want to say thank you! I don’t usually comment on things much but I really appreciate how transparent you are!
I *rarely* see this level of self-awareness & transparency in an influencer. It's the anti-thesis for most, and it's admirable.
So much respect for you for pointing out how abnormal these extensive "collections" are for the average viewer! I definitely struggled with comparing myself to young beauty gurus as well.
You are incredible, truly one of a kind on this platform. As a therapist myself, my heart hurts when I hear you say “my fault” when you talk about your adolescence. Try to think of it more as neutral, or “it was what it was,” and be kind to your younger self just trying to stay afloat ❤
I hope she reads this!
She’s too harsh on herself, lately I’ve seen her down and I am just a follower but I wish she could see how much I relate to her, I was there too and love skincare, she has helped me with my skin and it’s such a kind, honest person. Cassie in case that you read me I want to let you know you are amazing and strong.
Cassie, you are so REAL!
It's content like this that assures me you're trust worthy. This could NOT have been easy to put out there and I'm so proud of you💜You influence responsibly and it's noticed and so deeply appreciated.
The commentary on clothes and it being armor against name calling is probably the most relatable content on RUclips.
This is the 1st REAL video I’ve seen since a YT dr said that face cleansers should never be expensive + skincare s/b for ur skin type only + if an ‘influencer’ influences u otherwise, they’re influencing their coin, at ur expense. ♥️
I’ve heard so many people say to save when it comes to cleansers ?
I definitely recommend watching Dr. Dray. They're board certified, and don't shit on something because it's affordable, and goes off how it works. She also has some great insights in general
@@Timefortiner agreed! She’s straight to the point, doesn’t care about price or packaging. She just tells it how it is no matter what!
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The price is related to how much the company spends in materials, transportation, taxes, empoyees, etc. And is also highly related to demand and inflation. So even if some could be more affordable for some people, they will never be "cheap" as companies that sell "cheap" products always mistreat their employees, underpay them (if they get paid), use bad quality materials, etc.
And it also depends on the country you are from. If you live in the US you actually have the most options and therefore some of the lowest prices in the world. Competition (capitalism) reduces prices as they have to adapt to "better quality for a better price" idea.
In my country (Argentina) a usd$20 product is basicaly a luxury, even a usd$10, as an average salary now-a-days doesn't go much higher than usd$200. Imagine a simple facial moisturizer that costs a 10th part of your monthly salary not counting a cleanser, spf, exfolient, soap, hair products, etc. Calculate that. Crazy.
But well, I guess in the US that's a more realistic expectation.
No shade or anything, I just wanted to give more context to some prices and to say that "should never be expensive" is quite never truly realistic or necesarily good even if it SOUNDS good.
Thank you for this. During the pandemic, I started watching beauty content and other content that could be described as influencer driven. At 40 years old, I was old enough to largely have avoided it until stress, depression, and loneliness sent me to YT more than I ever had been before. The result was an insane amount of time, money, and energy spent on stuff. Mostly stuff I didn't need. It isn't all bad. My skin has never looked better, and my makeup is more polished. However, I did end up with credit card debt and new found insecurity because of it.
These days, I rarely watch influencer content (including yours, I'm sorry) because I struggle to remember that I don't need stuff to make me better. Therapy is helping with that!
Curiosity had me clicking on this, and I really appreciate it. If my current routine stops working for me, yours is a channel I would seek for recommendations!
I relate to your comment a lot. I'm a few years older than you and I started watching skincare channels probably during covid. I've learnt so much about skincare and ingredients, I've learnt to take better care of my skin (something I thoroughly enjoy these days, whereas before I did only half heartedly). However, I've realised that watching all these videos, where different products are presented every time, has led me to want them all! I've been spending so much money on toners, serums, moisturisers... I do use them, but I definitely buy more than I need. I think I need to put a stop to it. I just hope that I can. My latest purchase was just yesterday 😢
@BarbaraT. I get it! I have faith that you can do it. If it helps, I realized that my skin really improved when I simplified and stopped changing my routine all the time. That has encouraged me to stop buying new things. Also, I do not watch as much beauty related content. Way less temptation!
i wish i had found your vids when i was in my teens ! i’m 22 now, but i can definitely say social media has poorly influenced my mental health (n in high school, my physical health)
The best influencer video I’ve ever seen. I used to watch unboxing videos but no more. They did nothing good for me. I’m happy that a couple of channels I watch do not even do them any more - I think that is best and very responsible. Thank you and keep up the great content!
Cassandra, you're so right it's not necessar to seen the things that others have, we're unique and special, and there is no need to compare us with anyone else. I personally developed a need to buy a lot of products and it's not a good thing. Thank you for helping me understand a little more of myself ❤
I appreciate your candidness. So many of us feel or have felt how you just described. And btw, showing off your haul is multi-generational. I think its ingrained in us.
To think the ppl who bullied you and left you out were so missing out on you! I love your honesty & sense of humor ♥️
I absolutely adore your willingness to be vulnerable. You are special ❤
Omg. The flashbacks. I got my first job at 16. As an introvert I loved to go to the mall alone. I would always show my mom my "haul"
Just saw the Coach shoes... So relatable.
This video is really precious for many reasons, and the things you say apply to a so much wider extent than the specific framework of skincare/beauty industry/body issues/standards. Thank you, Cassandra 💜
Also, you have clearly come such a long way, you don't need the self insecurity you show at the end of the video...you know in your heart that what you are saying is right, don't doubt it so much!
"Hey Cassandra, it is really easy to fall into FOMO about anything and everything , apart from that all i want to say that you realy care about people , i love the choice that you have made , It's a refreshing perspective that sets you apart. Your authenticity and individuality really shine through in your content. Keep doing what you're doing!" YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLY BOTH INSIDE AND you ❤
This video is an example of the many reasons I love Cassandra Banksons videos ❤ keep going and PREACHHHG
I respect this video so so much. This is exactly why I direct my nieces or younger girls or anyone I know who has expressed to me their struggles with their skin or acne to your channel first and foremost. Because of how honest and uplifting and positive you are while also being extremely educational and basing your recommendations on science! Your content helps people learn while helping people feel good about themselves, and that is what exactly what we need more of, especially on social media! ❤
Were the exact same age and I didn’t realize how many other people felt insanely insecure and deluded themselves into dressing like the “cool kids” in the hopes that you would stop being you and turn into one of them. I kept (wrongly) thinking that until a few weeks ago. 2024 is the year of self love 💕
I have been watching you for over 10 years probably! Just came back for the first time in years because my acne has come back at a brand new level/ severity. You have always given me a safe feeling. Thank you
I came back just to comment this cass..
Thank you!!!!!
I just watched some reels (i mostly study ...but youtube shorts still pop up sometimes..) which made me super insecure as an 18 year old girl... The influencers wore better clothes, heels (i can't wear heels but still that made me wanma own some more as well) .. i was about to note down things she had..
But then i remembered you.. you're really very inspiring cass.. ❤❤
My world is completely different from theirs.. different goals .. different lifestyle..
I can't possibly spend that much time being insecure..
And you made me realize that 🌱💚💚🙏🙏🏻
This is why I love you, not just s an influencer, but as a person. May you continue to be a blessing to other people!
I think you are completely right, and I would have been that same person. I am 61 and sometimes I still am... Thank you for that compassion!
I LOVE your honesty… You break the mold of wanna be’s on social media! You are spot on about the beauty industry, fashion industry and society in general breaking the spirit of young people!!! I encourage my daughters to watch your videos… real, raw and AWESOME!!!
Cassandra, you are beautiful. The way you so freely describe your past, and the depth of your introspection made me emotional. You're a great role model and your videos never fail to promote a good message. Thank you!!!
I think that is a wise and responsible choice; And explaining that choice and the introspection behind it goes to your credit. That's why we trust you
Bless you Cassandra! Keep on keeping on being you to the core. Enjoy your inner journey. I wish that I had started mine at your age. But no regrets, I am 61 and have a beautiful life to which I give credit to starting therapy in my 30s.
I pride myself in stepping off of the consumer rat wheel in recent years. Only to enter the RUclips skincare consumer mentality in the last couple of months in search of a solution for my dry eyelids. I did find the solution - Vaseline. But in the process also found myself sucked back into the consumer vortex of all of the products that I need to buy to be the best version of myself - outward looking.
Because I too experienced the trauma of teenage acne and have very sensitive skin (which I often wonder might be attributed to stripping my skin in my teens), I have a very minimalist routine. When I step back, I realize that I could benefit from incorporating different ingredients in my skincare routine for the period of life that I find myself in. Do you do online consults?
Thank you for being vulnerable with your viewers and for approaching skincare from a results based focus as opposed to consumer based focus.
I want you to know that one of the reasons I followed you was because the way you talk about how it FEELS to have acne and so desperately want clear skin. You explain and describe the feeling more perfect than anyone else I’ve seen on social and I appreciate that!!
I also follow you because I LOVE how you love and explain the science of the way skin works! Makes my little science minded brain happy!😂
I relate to your story so much. I’m so glad when I grew up internet addicted in the 2000s things weren’t like they are now. I did so much comparing of myself to other online but none of the people I followed on bebo or MySpace or tumblr, no one showed you as hardcore detail about their lives, what they owned, what they did, what their houses were like. It was hard enough to compare myself and what I didn’t have to the wealthier people in my life in real life let alone on the internet!!
I’m so thankful you’re talking about this. I remember in my early 20s when beauty RUclips started with the collection videos and I would compare what I owned to how much people who were working makeup artists had!! What the heck!!
Creators like you who are sent, buy, and test products have so many so that the rest of us can buy less and be informed about what is more likely to work for us before we try it ourselves. I’m older and wiser enough to know that now. I hope younger people who had experiences like I did are able to learn that so the painful comparison and things you end up doing to feel like you can measure up aren’t as harmful as they had been in the past.
Thanks Cassandra! This video hit so close to home for me. You rock
As a momma of a daughter around your age who doesn’t match the “social norm” with body image…I. Love. You. I wish she had a human like you in her daily life. You’re a lifesaver & loved. ❤
You’re truly one of the most inspiring women out there, Cass. Such a kind soul you have, rare to see it in the online world these days. ❤
This is one of the best videos I’ve ever seen on YT. Your honesty and self-awareness and the ability to share these in the way that you do is phenomenal. I love all your videos, this is one of the best ❤
A beautiful communication. Thank you. I would add that it is not just the 16 year-old who suffers. This is a cycle that can follow one into their adulthood, especially now, when so much information about what people have - not just on their shelves - but in the information they share on Facebook, Instagram, and all of the other media outlets. So many people feel lesser, undervalued, unsupported, and misunderstood. It is a critical world where, despite all of the stoves to open up culturally and racially, we still define each other through a filtered, limited microscope.
I am so proud of the human being you are and hopeful that more conscious people exist. Already loved your content, personality, pov. Today I have even more respect. I trust you. Thank you!
Thank you so much for this, thinking of others coming from your own experience 💕 there’s definitely others out there who feel the same way
Hi Cassandra! I love your candid transparency in this video and the luxury skincare isn't for the rich video! You are such a great skincare big sister! Would you ever do a video on which textures you liked or did not like in certain skincare products?
Dang girl you touched my soul my respect that’s why I come to you all the time.
I so appreciate and admire your honesty. I know you are reaching so many young people who are feeling the things you felt. School is so tough for so many. Thank you for this video!
This reasoning is accurate. I don’t need to see a video with a large number of products. I want to see one that answers my questions and maybe addresses a need.
I think occasionally implementing the question, "How is this helpful?"
Can lead the way to better content.
I like this vibe.
Your authenticity, honesty and transparency are what sets you apart from other influencers for me.
I remember the start of RUclips as well, it was a chaotic and exciting time!
As hard as it was for you to go through (and I deeply empathize for you having to go through that horrible period then and now), I’m so proud of you that you’re at a period where you can reflect back and share your experiences with us in order to educate and spread awareness about these important topics. I haven’t seen a video like this before and it is SO REFRESHING. Truly Cass, thank you for being you. I’m so proud of you and adore you and your accomplishments ❤❤❤❤
You are incredible, Cas. ❤ I have often felt that I have been comparing myself to people online so I appreciate this video very much!
you are so raw and i can’t tell you how brave and admirable you are to me. thank you for all the ways you open up to us. it’s so refreshing and so rare. i appreciate you. ❤️
I think even just you sharing that you have different areas for self and for work is good enough. As someone who went into her friends shower and took a picture of all her products bc “goals” it’s so easy to compare. Granted I would want to know “what to use for acne prone aging skin with sun stache” that’s not going to be accomplished by looking at your collection. I can try to figure it out-but I can do the same by going to specific videos
Thank you for trying to protect others mental health based on your own experiences
I agree with your reasoning 😊 It makes so much sense
I appreciate your honesty. When I started watching the skin care culture on RUclips, I purchased way too much. Now, I know what I like, and I repurchase the things I use. But I still have 30 bottles of The Ordinary that will go bad before I use them, and I’ll never begin to use all the eye shadow and blush I’ve bought on Ulta sales. It was an expensive lesson I excess.
I think this video should have so many more views than what it has, it was extremely insightful and beautifully explained. This is a message that goes beyond skincare. I believe many people could benefit from it. ❤
YOU ARE RIGHT. I actually like your content because you never do hauls nor tours. I come to RUclips for education and you deliver without fail. You are awesome. Sending hugs.
I'm so glad I just looked at the thumbnail and didn't read the title. I wasn't looking forward to a tour video, but clicked on it because I like you and knew you would probably cheer me up.
👏 Boy was I right! 💜🦋
This video is incredible, as are you. The growth and self awareness is off the charts. I adore you girl , amazing video
This video made my already great respect for you as a person grow to astronomical proportions❤ If more content creators and influencers tought like you the internet would be a better place.
Salut
I love you Cassandra! Always so open and honest. Love how you are also looking out for others.
I totally get where you're coming from. I love videos like that from influencers, because i love seeing which products they stick with and keep coming back to for their own skin x
I feel so much respect for you after listening to you share with so much honesty and passion. You’re not delusional and I don’t want to change your mind. Therapy has brought you to a good place and I hope you’re proud of yourself
You are so raw and true. I appreciate that. ❤
I love this and I love how real and honest you are about how comparing what you have to others and how that won’t make you happy because that’s so true. I think everyone has been in that situation at some point.
This is so true at some point of time in their life every person had gone through the FOMO of something❤️
You are not alone Cass. I myself went through the same issue. It’s just that not all the people are brave enough to admit it or even understand it.
You set up the standard for influencers. ❤
Hey Girl - don’t doubt yourself. You are authentic and genuine and much needed in the influencer community. I tell my friends, young people, and anyone who will listen, about your channel. I share the desire to educate peeps on ingredients, procedures, and products - good and bad - to be able to make informed and smart choices. Your shared personal journey highlights many struggles and how you have overcome- and still struggle with - are the same as many of us, also struggle with Kudos to you young lady - lead on….😊
Cassandra!! This has to be the BEST video I've ever watched by an influencer of any standing. I have new found respect for you. Its been eye opening and I'm so thankful for your open and honest thoughts.
You are one heck of a beauty!! Stay beautiful by doing everything you're doing. You're a positive influence, unlike many other creators who just make it about how many hits they can get or how many free products they can get their paws on!!
Much love ❤️
Some very helpful reminders here. Especially about comparing oneself to others. I have been slipping into this recently, but now I will try my best not to. ❤
Hi Cassandra. I think most people that request to see your skin care shelves are just curious. Although there are some that will look at your full, expensive product full shelves and see it the same way you did as a teenager. More = self worth. Hats off to you, for remembering and being sensitive to someone that might have a issue with self esteem. This video was a gift to these people. You might of shown someone something about themselves that they didn’t even realize. Great valuable video 💕
*LOVE* that picture of you and your mother!
Wow Cassandra, it feels like you are preaching while sharing your own story 👌🏻🙏🏻 only for this you deserve to be praised ❤️❤️❤️
I buy drugstore products that work for me and I am mostly brand loyal when something works but I love watching your content because it is so good natured and informative. I’ve learned so much watching your channel. Thank you for being so open and encouraging ❤
You are so real for this! 🥰
hi cassandra! (first, you hair looks fantastic here:) I just wanted to thank you *a lot* for your videos, every active and product you recommended worked wonders, my skin got so smooth that I even quit my super bad habit of skin picking, it has tremendously diminished over the last year - it had been 17 years of it (and the poor self-esteem that goes with it). My skin is close to flawless and there is nothing to pick at. This bad habit of escaping through picking turned into awesome rituals of trying product, taking care of my skin, and watching it recover from enlarged pores, acne and scars, I can finally start being confident and this means so much!! Sending true good energy to you and I hope this year treats you the best, after whatever you went through
Having a very dark time. Struggling so much with my skin, mental health and trauma. This video and your POV is literally the thing that gave me hope today and that hold on your not alone feeling. You give that feeling alot. Thankyou cassandra your literally a hero❤
You’re not crazy or delusional! You’re right on point! ❤️
You are 100% contributing a positive influence on social media! I love learning from your videos. It actually helped me in my Anatomy and Physiology class with the Integumentary portion! ❤
I love you so much, you're so real 💕
I hope your rough patch ends soon!
I don’t wanna see a skincare shelf and I completely understand and agree with why you don’t want to do one, I however would love a video on out of all the skincare you own what’s the best you’ve tried in every category! So we still get a taste of what you have access to but it gets to the point of what we really wanna know, what works!!!
You're absolutely right. I respect and applaud you for it 😊
your very real & I love that about you ! I constantly feel like I’m wanting / needing things to achieve some level but those things don’t make u happy in the end, you have to be happy with yourself. I really don’t think there is much benefit or point to it like your saying, when I see so many beauty creators just buy stuff bc it’s trendy, I think it’s so insane how much stuff they have and how it never probably even gets used. It isn’t something everyone should be trying to achieve. If it works for you & your lifestyle than that’s great! but for the average human it’s not needed. Thank you for being you! 🤍🫶🏻😊
The reason why this is the only skincare channel I keep following nowadays (unfollowed all the Hyrams, Welsh, whatever channels...) is that it still has a touch with reality. Has insight. Self appraisal. And reasonably connects with the followers on more than a superficial levels... I believe this topic will resonate with many people, and I very much appreciate Cassandra talking about it.
I admire and have so much respect for how raw and honest you are. You are beautiful and absolutely an inspiration for the last 10 years🫶
You are absolutely right! No worries darling ❤
I have immense amount of respect for you. I always had when I discovered you 2 years ago but this just confirms that I made a good choice to subscribe to your channel and listen to you regarding skin and skincare in general.
I appreciate this so much. It can be difficult, even as an older person to try to feel a part of online communities with people who have similar interests and likes, when you're disabled and living under the poverty line, as hard as I try not to compare myself or my life circumstances to others. Consumerism is everywhere be it via subscriptions, donations, products, collections, trips, talks about ordering delivery or going to restaurants, etc etc. There's nothing wrong with talking about those aspects of life, it's absolutely normal! But then on the other hand the more of that is featured or discussed within whatever community, the more of an outsider I feel, because of my personal circumstances.
Anyway, I love that you have this insight and are doing so much to share your experiences with both skincare and mental health and personal growth!
I just love you! I don’t always agree with you. But I always learn so much! I love science. Watching your content has led me to some great products. For the first time ever I’m actual using the whole container for skin care products I love! For this video I understand your point and total agree with your reasoning! Well thought out! Positive influencer, I cannot get enough of your helpful influences!
Thank you so much for this video. It's so true and I love that. I really had to see this right now and I'm sure it helped many other people.
@cassandrabankson I relate to this. Unfortunately, I have not evolved out of the materialist fulfillment phase yet… but there’s always hope. I relate to you and I appreciate you for being so transparent and honest. Thank you.
You are not crazy for this at all. Those skincare collection videos definitely are fueled by the viewers' desires for materialism. I respect you for making this point and not worsening that mental health problem.
I am grateful for your bait-and-switch. ❤
I'd definitely say you and your videos are a positive influence for me personally, as learning about skin care and the science behind things like ceramides and needing SPF has transformed my skin and hopefully I can keep it healthy for a long time. Thankyou!
Yep Cassandra, I'm with you on this. Don't do the shelfie video.
On a related note, I'm glad I was in my 40s before social media became a thing.
Thank you for sharing and caring, Cass. I gained a new perspective thanks to you, thank you! ❤
You are not delusional, you are extremely human. I am 52 and feel so related to your experiences. The good thing is, at some point you won't give a f. shit about anything and you will become the beautiful butterfly that is already showing ❤
OMG THANK YOU FOR CALLING OUT OMG SHOES 😂😂😂 those kind of videos were the best. Nigahiga was my jam!
Also love your candour and thoughtfulness in this video ❤️
Wow. WOW. U are an inspiration. Unique & totally urself. I'm so happy u exist.
Younger me is SO happy you made this, and this video really healed a piece of me I needed back when I was a teenager.
Thank you for always sharing upfront and honest but also extremely caring and uplifting.
You’re beautiful inside and out 💕✨
As a long time fan and all the knowledge you have a video like that can really help people who are New to your channel. Because you are qualified to do it due to your knowledge and experience.
I agree with your decision on not showing your skincare collection. I did watch an earlier video regarding K beauty and I did the research and ordered from Stylevana and I love everything I use now, which cost less and is better for my skin. Thank you for that!
I can totally relate to your insecurities growing up. For the longest time I thought it was just me because I, too, used to compare myself to those pretty girls at school who had everything. Then high school happened and I started to get zits, acne. As if I weren't insecure enough; let's just put some diarrhea icing on that shit cake!!! Somehow I survived. Now, I finally know not to compare myself to others, but sometimes that old monster rears its ugly head. Habits are not always so easy to beat. Now, I'm really into skincare because I used to be jealous of the actors in school that got to wear the pancake makeup even though everybody told me, "NO" that's not the answer and will only make it worse. By the time I got it fixed after two rounds of Accutane, I was so happy!!! ---- Really glad to see that you are doing better because I was just watching a video from two months ago and you seemed really depressed but were hiding it really well. Breakup? Heartbreak? Either way, you're so strong and I knew that you would pull through whatever it was. Glad you're back to yourself!!! You deserve to be happy!!!
Very well said. Thank you for being so honest!
Oh Cass, we are totally soul sisters! I can’t even begin to say how alike we are and the things we went through. I’m so glad we held on and are pushing forward ❤
I totally adore you. Thank you so much for sharing your path and raising awareness about so many important issues
Hi Cassandra, I have to be honest and say I do not subscribe to any beauty RUclips etc influencers however I came across your channel through a certain video and was so impressed by your candour and intelligence and honesty that I ended up subscribing. This is literally the 2nd video I have watched if yours as just want to say thank you! I don’t usually comment on things much but I really appreciate how transparent you are!
Wonderful video . Such a transparent person you are and really can relate . I appreciate you as a person and your content , thanks 🙏
The most authentic video ever ❤