Hey Abby. Have a video suggestion. I would really want to see haircare advice for mature hair. My mom is in her early 60 and struggle with dry hair. Regular hair products doesn't seem to cut the bill. I haven't seen many creators cover this topic and I would love to hear your take on this.
Colleen Rothschild hair mask. I’m telling you it’s amazing. I love her hair line. For reference I’m 55 in January and I have very dry flyaway thinning hair. I’ve used everything in her line for hair and it’s all good, but my favorite is the mask. It leaves my hair so silky and soft. Plus it smells divine. Not inexpensive, but worth it in my opinion and I’ve tried a LOT of hair products. I’d recommend starting with the mask first or trying the mini kit. I just love this stuff. So good. 🥰
I agree, and not product reccs, but concepts and ingredients. My routine works and my hair has never been better at 53! But I have no idea why, every time I think I know what I'm looking for, that theory gets debunked! But I've found great help in the natural hair community (I'm white with very textured hair that is getting even coarser) and in some videos by Lab Muffin re: ingredients. But I know Abbey also has some specialized training in hair science, I'd love a breakdown of what's going on and how to match ingredients to hair. And what is hair primer & polish? I love it, it is magic, and I bought 3 tubes on clearance, but it's $20 normally and only briogeo & Miss Jessie get my big money lol. NOU has been a budget hero product tho, my first leave in that works properly, and so affordable!
I also would love to hear more about dry hair. My daughter is a 4c hair type, and her hair can get dry, but now that I’m learning about hydration, moisture, and conditioning ingredients, I’m confused!
SKII essence made the biggest difference in my skin. I’m 56 years old and have an excellent skin care routine. I think the reason you didn’t see any major difference is because you have young and perfect skin. You’re doing all the right things using Trent Nen, and all of your other skin care, but I do believe as an olderwoman with pores and texture. It definitely helped with my texture and pore situation. As for the fine lines, I didn’t see a huge difference but like I said, the pores and texture are greatly minimized and I will continue using it.
The biggest benefits I get from SK-II are with discoloration and hyper pigmentation. I can't say I've noticed any improvements in fine lines, but my skin tone overall is way more even. I just turned 38 and have some sun spots that popped up in the last year or so, it definitely helps with those.
I love the stuff and have been using it for years. When I go without, my skin knows. I also find it also helps “normalize” my skin. As someone with oily skin, but also sensitized skin ( from using acids and tret) this brings my skin back to the way it should feel.
It significantly reduced the size and color of the milia under my eyes. It didn't go away completely, but I'd say about 75 - 80% Also, reduced the size and color of a skin tag on my neck. LOVE this stuff!
It’s always amazing to me how subjective beauty products are. I have thick, naturally curly hair and absolutely love the hydrorush line from amika. My hair feel so smooth and hydrated when I use the shampoo and conditioner duo.
@@ViktorijaHad I've got combination skin - oily T-zone (thanks menopause 😈), but I don't find this drying. I like that it turns to a milky consistency when you go to rinse it off and most of the time I skip a double cleanse since this rinses off so nicely.
The Huda Beauty powder is AMAZING and the fragrance fades very fast! In every kit of top makeup artists. If you can tolerate a slight fragrance for a moment… top pick.
A recent fail for me was the Tower 28 Make Waves mascara that was very heavily hyped. It got gloopy in a few weeks and the curved wand made it a challenge to get the gloops off.
They just launched that one in brown! I´m testing it out now in black, but was bumbed didn´t test the new brown one. (Yes getting old, no more black lol) @@AbbeyYung
Always fun to watch a dis video! I like how clear you are about why things don't work, and how you're careful to say things don't work for you not that they don't work for anyone ever. Knowing why you don't like something absolutely influences my decisions about whether or not to try something. Gritty lip oil = no. Heavy conditioning spray that weighs your hair down = maybe (thick full hair here that couldn't be weighed down by concrete).
Lip Care: I don't like lip products in a pot, so I am constantly looking for a stick or squeeze tube. Here are 3 that I am trying: --Torriden Lip Essence --Naturium Phyto-Glow --TonyMoly Snail Lip Treatment Stick A lip product to stay away from is the Inky List Tripeptide Balm. The smell and taste is disgusting. It's like rancid oil smell or burning plastic. I kept trying to use it, thinking I might get used to it, but it seriously made me nauseous!
I finally found the perfect lip balm/lip mask for me, Torriden - SOLID-IN Ceramide Lip Essence. It actually heals my lips and it comes in a squeeze tube (i liked the Laneige mask but i didn't like the pot application and lip balm didn't do anything for me)
Thanks for sharing! I’ll have to check it out. I absolutely love the “Nuxe Rêve de Miel”. It’s the only lip treatment I’ve found that I can noticeably feel my lips are comfortable and moisturized for over 24hrs after wear. It’s slightly thick so you don’t need a lot, and it’s a natural finish, which I love because it doesn’t transfer onto my pillow at night as easily as more glossy/shiny lip treatments. Plus, because it’s a natural finish, it’s the best base underneath lipstick/lip products (I just put on a tiny amount and it keeps my lips feeling great all day & doesn’t change the finish or color of the lip product).
You look beautiful always but I just love how gorgeous you look without makeup! You look like a baby! Taking such good care of your skin gurl, thanks for all the advice
Hands down the BEST cleansing balm is the Geek and Gorgeous one .. especially, if like me, you find any form of cleanser stings your eyes .. this one DOES NOT!! It is super efficient at taking off all make-up/sunscreen/mascara and my skin doesn't scream 'I need moisturiser NOW' after using it and .. the best part .. it is really affordable!!! xxx
For lips I want you to try torriden solid-in lip essence and give us your thoughts. It's really highly rated in Korea but seems polarizing in western reviews....
I'm so sorry that the Neutrogena Cleansing Balm was such a failure. I was pleased with the Makeup Remover Melting Balm (blue jar) which is sold with the makeup rather than the skin care. I fear that this substandard balm will take the place of one that does work well.
THANK YOU for saving me on the SKII --- the price point always put me off but i thought i may be missing some miracle product -- thanks for assuring me, im not :)
There's a $20 perfect dupe available, and I don't ever consider anything a TRUE match to a competitors product. I've not tried it, as I only stick to ingredients that directly target my specific needs, but it looks identical ingredient-wise, and those who've reviewed it consider it an identical dupe.
I would love to see a showdown of copper peptide serums. I’ve become obsessed with the DRMTLGY one, but it’s expensive, and I have yet to find an alternative that works as well at a cheaper price.
Thank you so much for sharing! I can always trust your opinions. I find that using nipple cream is the best lip balm I've found. I'm sorry you had a reaction to the lanolips
@@AbbeyYung Be careful, nipple cream is lanolin. I wouldn't want you to have another reaction. I would feel horrible. Milk Makeup discontinued their melatonin line but on Amazon, they have some of the melatonin lip mask. I really like it and it contains no lanolin
SKII has given me unparalleled skin clarity and I’m someone who have been using tretinoin for the last 13 years. (I’m 31 years old). Worth every penny. I buy mine at Costco and it’s so much cheaper.
I really like the Kitsch heatless curler. I find that I get the best results when I wrap my hair around each side and then tie the elastics around either side, tie both ends at the back by looping one end over the other, and then put a satin sleep cap on top to keep everything in place.
i can’t find a reason to switch from my favorite banila co cleansing balm. it’s cheaper than any drugstore cleansing balm and seems to work way better 🤷🏼♀️
Yeah the lip peptide treatments is like gambling. I bought three (all untinted) and 1 (the Rhode Vanilla flavor) just was shit. So, when I spend money on stuff I want to maybe not sand…
Can you review Kerastase Bain therapiste shampoo conditioner and leave in serum or Kerastase Bain extensionist line im obsessed with these shampoos and they contain amodimethicone too but I think the Kerastase Bain therapiste shampoo level damage 3/4 makes my hair so clean not heavy at all. Would love you’re review ❤️
I have combo/oily skin and I live in the Bay Area. It is getting colder here and I do need a moisturizer that is more hydrating that isn't too greasy. The Summer Fridays moisturizer is actually perfect for me and it doesn't make me break out. Sad you didn't like it - maybe use it as a daytime moisturizer? :)
Thank you!!! I noticed that most influencers stay away from these type of videos, or only mention smaller brands to not "burn bridges" with bigger brands. Anyhow, you are saving us from bad purchases and lost money ❤
I totally fell for that pink cleansing oil hype! It was Dr. Dray saying how amazing the stuff was that really sold me on buying that from Stylevana (and waiting nearly a month for it to come). It's quite messy to use because it runs everywhere. Even when I am careful, it does not remove makeup very well...I find myself using many pumps of it to get it to work. A cleansing balm is way, way better than this stuff. Lesson learned.
I'm SO bummed the Rhode lip tints are gritty. The fact that they've been getting this feedback ever since the brand launched and they still haven't bothered to fix it, makes me feel like all they care about is making money instead of providing quality products. Not cool.
It seriously took all that for you to realize this? It was clear immediately upon the news that she was launching a line. All celebrity skincare lines are cash grabs, yet idiots still amazingly fall for it. Keep the rich rich, ya know?
@@StateofKait It certainly is not, and I prefer honesty. That's how I choose to live my life. If you're that offended by a complete stranger pointing out an entirely honest fact, that's the greater issue.
I have this as well! I love Avene products. The cicalfate lip cream is great for soothing & repairing the lips-especially after being exposed to the elements (wind, cold, sun, arid, humidity, heat, etc)
Sorry to say it, but so much of korean skincare is overhyped. The kose oil was just okay. Its honestly kind of thick and yucky (i like the one from krave the best) and a lot of things ive tried have been so irritating if you have sensitive skin :/. I’ve moved on to European skincare and its been a game changer!
If anyone is looking a really good product that helps hydrate your lips that is similar to lanolips, you need to try Lansinoh Lanolin nipple cream. It sounds weird to put a product that is called a nipple cream on your lips, but its really great on the lips. It more goopy and thick but also it is 100% lanolin. If you don't have any allergic reaction to lanolin, definitely give the product a try.
Hi Abby, in your product list, you mentioned No. 38, DRMTLGY Peptide Night Cream. But it's not mentioned in your video. Can you tell me why this product wasn't for you? Thanks.
I’m surprised by how many on this list I love! Futurewise Slug Balm and Elf Lip Oil are both favorites for me. The Slug Balm is one of my forever favorites. I’ve slugged for the better part of a decade and nothing else has made my skin feel as nice as that does. Everyone has different preferences 🖤
After noticing that mineral oil is often the star ingredient in good cleansing balm, and remembering my mother telling me to stop buying maybelline eye makeup remover in 86 cuz it is just baby oil, i bought baby oil. Works great but turns out my eye area doesnt like the fragrance. Unscented mineral oil is currently overpriced but still better than most OTC products. I just rub in a little mineral oil, let it set a minute, then oil the rest of my face with my diy cleansing oil (oils plus humectants, not heavy enough for eye makeup), then rinse it all away. Works better than anything else i tried. And the inkey list fulvic acid peat moss cleanser is a little weird but it gently removes all the remaining eye makeup, no problem (if you can apply foamies to your eyes, i know not everyone can).
Have you ever tried any Inkey list hair products? I recently got their scalp treatments and they are good. The hyaluronic treatment for ends is more disappointing though
My hair got very bleach damaged- like mushy when wet- by a salon and I have been babying it for 8 months now. Wash day is always stressful. I bought the amika hydration line and I was horrified. I know shampoo doesn’t cause hair fall, but I had so much of my damaged hair come out while using this. I used it three times, and then stopped and then the hair fall stopped. It dried my hair out even further and was so frizzy. Nothing in this line was hydrating. The last time I tired amikas shampoo with healthy hair, it made it really dry too. I love the smell of their products, and their blow dry smoothing cream is my holy grail, but I don’t want to use any shampoo/conditioner or mask from them ever again 😢
i had the same experience with the inkey list oat cleansing balm. found it so gritty and full of rough particles. unless i used a dud or something, i don’t get the hype. edit: the schwarzkopf got2b glued brow gel is my holy grail if i want my brows to last for years 😂
That’s so interesting cause I’ve repurchased the inkey list balm so many times and it’s always super smooth!! Maybe environment plays a big factor in it cause I live in a relatively hot/humid place… Maybe try rubbing in between your hands first to warm the product up and that may help??
I hated the inky list oat balm! Mine wasn’t super gritty (though I do remember some texture), but I found it overly greasy, difficult to emulsify and rinse, and just unpleasant to use. It wasn’t so bad I threw it out, but man was I happy to finish that tube so I could move on to something else!
@@ashroberts637 that would make sense. i doubted that everybody had been using basically the st ives scrub to remove their makeup 😂 so it probably was just situational
I personally love the Huda Beauty powder but never experienced any irritation. For me it is my go to undereye setting powder, but bummed it irritated you!
I actually love the Naturium UV Reflect sunscreen! Maybe we just have different skin types but i think if you apply in 2 thin layers or apply to one part of the face at a time (dont grab the whole amount for your whole face and try to blend it all in at once) you will have a better experience! It should not leave a greasy finish at all but a soft matte one!
Hey Abbey, love your videos, they are so educational! I was kind of surprised that the Rhode Glazing Milk made it into this video. It has become one of my holy grails this year! I also have incredibly dry skin, so maybe that's why it works so well for me. But I loved this video!
I so agree with you on lip products! You HAVE TOO try Sara Happ lip mask! I´m a new subscriber, so you might have already but in case not! (I use both the lip mask pot, and lip gloss format constantly, and I have tried them ALL)
Congrats on 500k!!!!! You deserve it - such a hard worker!! A few months back Doctorly said that Lanolin was the Allergen of the Year of (I believe) 2021. Every year a new product is chosen and it had its moment - my lips peel so badly when I wear those products. Gave 'em to my sister who loves them and has no issues at all - good for her! Great list - thx for the info!
That's helpful re SK-II, thank you! Just so everyone knows, SK-II is known mostly to be brightening, and anti-aging in a preventative way ie the idea being that Korean women use it for years and don't get wrinkles, I rarely hear of it being used to *de-crease* wrinkles, but you're right they do show it being used for wrinkle treatment on the website. The other thing is that according to AliceintheRabbitHole, an excellent Korean skincare influencer, ferments, which SKII primarily is made of, seem to take much longer than other ingreidents to work. BUT, having said all that, this is hideously expensive (I've never bought it) and it should produce dramatic and more immediate results, so, overall I agree and don't think I"ll be buying it
Hi Abbey!! I also fell for the cleansing oil hype and didn't like it- I have super dry skin so I use oil cleansers and this is one also made my face feel dry after using it ! The one I've found that doesn't dry my skin is the cocokind oil to milk cleanser - for anyone who has dry skin, this doesn't dry l the skin but cleanses it so so well! I loved the bondi sands self tan Cool, bcz I'm super fair and loved that it wasn't a super dark tan, but it also didn't last on me. Then I tried the bali body self tan SERUM and OMG, you need to try it! My dry skin loved it, it's a perfect color (not too dark, not light) and it's lasting a full week on me. Would love to see you review it!! ❤❤❤
@@AbbeyYung it is SOO GOOD. It goes on like a lotion, doesn't transfer, and doesn't require rinsing. It may not be as dark as what some people want, but I'm sure it could be built up to darker by a 2nd coat. Can't wait to see your experience with it!
Try the deep cleansing version of the Kose Softymo cleansing oil. I like it because it's not heavy and greasy and when it accidentally enters my eyes it doesn't create a film over it like cleansing balms do. It also helped with my sebaceous filaments.
Just discovered your RUclips videos (had seen you on tik tok and you inspired me to try that new dove serum and I love), and I wanted to come here to say I’m so glad I found them!! I agree with you so much about the rhode glazing milk which is so viral and I don’t get it AND for the cleansing oil! I thought I was goin crazy!!
The gisou lip oil was terrible. The cute packaging sucked me in, but I actually did go out of my way to return it for that price tag. The formula just plain sucks.
Peter Thomas Roth Ultimate 5 Moisturizer took my skin to the Next level!!!! It’s incredible!!! Got it on a shirt half off sale … perfect for winter!!!! ❄️ 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍 LOVE IT!!!!!
The gold colored Kose cleansing oil is much better in my experience. I didn't care for the pink one either. I don't know what the difference is in the ingredients but the gold variety removes makeup much more easily. It doesn't sting either whereas the pink variety did.
What didn’t you like about DRMTLGY peptide night cream? It’s on your list but you didn’t talk about it. I have this and not sure if I love it so just wondered.
I really wanted the gisou lip oil to feel thicker and more honey like. I feel like it’s too thin and doesn’t last at all. The tint of it sometimes look off too. I wanted to like this so much but just no.
Actually yeah interesting about SK11 as it may have been the “thing” before home devices before other fermented products etc , now with our paws on so many options I think hmmm doesn’t deserve the hype maybe ? I mean yes you are young and don’t have serious skin issues but I like that you mentioned that now using home devices etc is it really worth the price ? Anyway great vid Thank you
To be fair - SKII is definitely meant for “mature” skin. This product is definitely the product that has helped many many many people i know that are in their 50s and 1,000 percent worth the hype.
I’m so sad sk-II didn’t do anything for you!!! :( it’s a staple in my skincare regimen, but I use the clearing lotion and it cleared up all my acne, barely ever have a breakout now. Bummer for you :( :( :( love your vids! :)
Have you tried the starface clear sunscreen? Totally a supergoop unseen dupe I love it so much. Maybe more than supergoop. Supergoop is just a little bit more shiny than starface but starface feels more like there's a little oil in my face when I put it on but it doesn't look oily if that makes sense.
I can definitely agree, that using a moisturizer, your skin shouldn't feel dry in the morning. Then there's not enough moisture and you either need to change the cream or products under the cream
Rhode has said before that the gritty texture comes from the stevia that they use, and that is also the ingredient that causes some people’s (like me) lips to peel and react. Idk why they don’t just find an alternative to that ingredient or omit it since it’s not necessary
I had the exact same experience with the Neutrogena cleansing balm. Plus it literally smelled like STINK BUGS😭!! They get really bad here in fall so I'm very familiar with the smell, and I couldn't get over it
I have only used the Huda powder and Amika hydro rush shampoo and conditioner which I bought last year black friday and I only finished it now.... it literally took me a year to use them up. I have very short hair fine poker straight hair so it takes me ages to finish hair care, but I thought these were ok. I much prefer the bond Kure line, but the hydro rush line smelled really nice and did not dry my hair out. I really liked the Huda powder for under eyes though, I got the mini cherry blossom and use it an an under eye powder, but yes it smells like perfume. The Givenchy one is also like that, i liked that one better as it wasn't as dry
It sounds to me like the slug balm is specifically for slugging (putting a layer of product like petroleum jelly on after you moisturize at night and then wash off in the morning) so that would make sense it’s insanely heavy and crazy to use.
I thought not to long ago you recommended the Kopari moisture whip cream and you said your friend thanked you tremendously for the tip. Did I misunderstand because I ordered for Christmas.
i am allergic to aquaphor too… it gave me contact dermatitis. i had a huge red rash and it was all bumpy… but i don’t know if it’s the lanolin they’re using (the wool) bc i know that when i have an eczema rash i use bepanthen pommade which contains lanolin and it’s my fave product ever to heal my skin!! AND to heal my allergic reaction to aquaphor i used bepanthen 🤔 i used pure vaseline once too and it never caused me a rash. so i stay far away from aquaphor, and i hope lanolips are fine to use for me 🙏🏽
Hello! I know you’ve mentioned in some other videos how bad constantly having your hair in a ballet bun can be, but I need to put my hair up every day for dance and I really need something that’s good for my hair, but that can also stay in. I’ve been experiencing a lot of hair breakage in the past couple years because of dance, but whenever I try a looser hairstyle I have to fix it over and over again. Any suggestions?
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Hey Abby. Have a video suggestion. I would really want to see haircare advice for mature hair. My mom is in her early 60 and struggle with dry hair. Regular hair products doesn't seem to cut the bill. I haven't seen many creators cover this topic and I would love to hear your take on this.
Colleen Rothschild hair mask. I’m telling you it’s amazing. I love her hair line. For reference I’m 55 in January and I have very dry flyaway thinning hair. I’ve used everything in her line for hair and it’s all good, but my favorite is the mask. It leaves my hair so silky and soft. Plus it smells divine. Not inexpensive, but worth it in my opinion and I’ve tried a LOT of hair products. I’d recommend starting with the mask first or trying the mini kit. I just love this stuff. So good. 🥰
I agree, and not product reccs, but concepts and ingredients. My routine works and my hair has never been better at 53! But I have no idea why, every time I think I know what I'm looking for, that theory gets debunked! But I've found great help in the natural hair community (I'm white with very textured hair that is getting even coarser) and in some videos by Lab Muffin re: ingredients. But I know Abbey also has some specialized training in hair science, I'd love a breakdown of what's going on and how to match ingredients to hair. And what is hair primer & polish? I love it, it is magic, and I bought 3 tubes on clearance, but it's $20 normally and only briogeo & Miss Jessie get my big money lol. NOU has been a budget hero product tho, my first leave in that works properly, and so affordable!
I also would love to hear more about dry hair. My daughter is a 4c hair type, and her hair can get dry, but now that I’m learning about hydration, moisture, and conditioning ingredients, I’m confused!
I heard that a product in the Kerastase line works really well for that but who knows?
@@Pamela-BI heard about this brand from a number of more mature beauty RUclipsrs
SKII essence made the biggest difference in my skin. I’m 56 years old and have an excellent skin care routine. I think the reason you didn’t see any major difference is because you have young and perfect skin. You’re doing all the right things using Trent Nen, and all of your other skin care, but I do believe as an olderwoman with pores and texture. It definitely helped with my texture and pore situation. As for the fine lines, I didn’t see a huge difference but like I said, the pores and texture are greatly minimized and I will continue using it.
I'm so glad it works well for you!
Absolutely agree with this comment. I think this is definitely for us more "mature" gals!!
I’m 56 too and bought myself a bottle for Xmas and I love it
Thanks for sharing the no go list!! Some influencers don’t like to do those types of videos so I truly appreciate your honestly
Of course!!
The biggest benefits I get from SK-II are with discoloration and hyper pigmentation. I can't say I've noticed any improvements in fine lines, but my skin tone overall is way more even. I just turned 38 and have some sun spots that popped up in the last year or so, it definitely helps with those.
I love the stuff and have been using it for years. When I go without, my skin knows. I also find it also helps “normalize” my skin. As someone with oily skin, but also sensitized skin ( from using acids and tret) this brings my skin back to the way it should feel.
It significantly reduced the size and color of the milia under my eyes. It didn't go away completely, but I'd say about 75 - 80% Also, reduced the size and color of a skin tag on my neck. LOVE this stuff!
@@JH-ii8xm Yes! It has really helped with my milia too. I'm getting fewer overall and the ones I do get are smaller and work themselves out faster.
I completely agree. I never notice wrinkles or fine lines changing but my skin is clear and so much more radiant.
Totally makes sense why I wouldn't have seen a difference then! That's amazing!
It’s always amazing to me how subjective beauty products are. I have thick, naturally curly hair and absolutely love the hydrorush line from amika. My hair feel so smooth and hydrated when I use the shampoo and conditioner duo.
Definitely subjective!!
I'm so surprised you didn't like the kose speedy cleansing oil. I love it! And it removes my makeup so fast and easy, even super waterproof mascara.😮
I love it too!It s really good!
Came here to say the same, love it! Also love that it comes in a refill pouch.
Is it dry sensituve skin friendly? Most oil cleansers either dry my skin or break me out 😢
@@ViktorijaHad I've got combination skin - oily T-zone (thanks menopause 😈), but I don't find this drying. I like that it turns to a milky consistency when you go to rinse it off and most of the time I skip a double cleanse since this rinses off so nicely.
@@ViktorijaHad I have dry sensitive skin, it worked great for me
The Huda Beauty powder is AMAZING and the fragrance fades very fast! In every kit of top makeup artists. If you can tolerate a slight fragrance for a moment… top pick.
Agreed! It's my personal fave but I also never experienced eye irritation.
A recent fail for me was the Tower 28 Make Waves mascara that was very heavily hyped. It got gloopy in a few weeks and the curved wand made it a challenge to get the gloops off.
Agree! I did not like this mascara at all. Flaked into my eyes.
Omg noted will not add to my high end mascara showdown!
They just launched that one in brown! I´m testing it out now in black, but was bumbed didn´t test the new brown one. (Yes getting old, no more black lol) @@AbbeyYung
Please review for yourself before taking someone opinion.. 😊
Always fun to watch a dis video! I like how clear you are about why things don't work, and how you're careful to say things don't work for you not that they don't work for anyone ever. Knowing why you don't like something absolutely influences my decisions about whether or not to try something. Gritty lip oil = no. Heavy conditioning spray that weighs your hair down = maybe (thick full hair here that couldn't be weighed down by concrete).
Absolutely! We all have different preferences... and I think that makes testing products more fun!
It’s the Festivus beauty products airing of grievances!
Serenity now!
Abbey, I would love an updated makeup routine from you. What eyeshadows are you wearing?Looks beautiful!💕
I agree on the Softymo speedy cleansing oil… I bought the Softymo deep cleansing oil and it is far superior.
Lip Care:
I don't like lip products in a pot, so I am constantly looking for a stick or squeeze tube. Here are 3 that I am trying:
--Torriden Lip Essence
--Naturium Phyto-Glow
--TonyMoly Snail Lip Treatment Stick
A lip product to stay away from is the Inky List Tripeptide Balm. The smell and taste is disgusting. It's like rancid oil smell or burning plastic. I kept trying to use it, thinking I might get used to it, but it seriously made me nauseous!
Yess need more of theses, overconsumption is getting bad
Thank you soooo much for your honest reviews. I totally agree with you on the Rhode Glazing Milk. Nice, but nothing ground breaking. Won’t repurchase.
Why would you purchase it in the first place? We all knew it was completely over hyped and heavily marketed.
Of course!!
I finally found the perfect lip balm/lip mask for me, Torriden - SOLID-IN Ceramide Lip Essence. It actually heals my lips and it comes in a squeeze tube (i liked the Laneige mask but i didn't like the pot application and lip balm didn't do anything for me)
Thanks for sharing! I’ll have to check it out. I absolutely love the “Nuxe Rêve de Miel”. It’s the only lip treatment I’ve found that I can noticeably feel my lips are comfortable and moisturized for over 24hrs after wear. It’s slightly thick so you don’t need a lot, and it’s a natural finish, which I love because it doesn’t transfer onto my pillow at night as easily as more glossy/shiny lip treatments. Plus, because it’s a natural finish, it’s the best base underneath lipstick/lip products (I just put on a tiny amount and it keeps my lips feeling great all day & doesn’t change the finish or color of the lip product).
It's a fav of mine too.
Where can you buy that? Amazon?
@@fayealh Stylevanna and YesStyle have them, i live in EU and got it from a stockist for Korean skicare
omg sold
You would LOVE the Fenty Skin Lip Puddin’ it’s sooo thick and occlusive
You look beautiful always but I just love how gorgeous you look without makeup! You look like a baby! Taking such good care of your skin gurl, thanks for all the advice
Hands down the BEST cleansing balm is the Geek and Gorgeous one .. especially, if like me, you find any form of cleanser stings your eyes .. this one DOES NOT!! It is super efficient at taking off all make-up/sunscreen/mascara and my skin doesn't scream 'I need moisturiser NOW' after using it and .. the best part .. it is really affordable!!! xxx
Omg thank you for the reminder to go back to this I love it too!
For lips I want you to try torriden solid-in lip essence and give us your thoughts. It's really highly rated in Korea but seems polarizing in western reviews....
It's perfect for me and my rather full lips.
So disappointed in the K18 oil! I wish I would have returned it. The Olaplex and Fekkai bond oils work way better and half the price
I'm so sorry that the Neutrogena Cleansing Balm was such a failure. I was pleased with the Makeup Remover Melting Balm (blue jar) which is sold with the makeup rather than the skin care. I fear that this substandard balm will take the place of one that does work well.
Affordable drug store cleansing balm, Elf brand. I think it smells nice, creamy and easily removes makeup before cleansing.
Yes I agree
THANK YOU for saving me on the SKII --- the price point always put me off but i thought i may be missing some miracle product -- thanks for assuring me, im not :)
There's a $20 perfect dupe available, and I don't ever consider anything a TRUE match to a competitors product. I've not tried it, as I only stick to ingredients that directly target my specific needs, but it looks identical ingredient-wise, and those who've reviewed it consider it an identical dupe.
I use Fresh kombucha one. Love it, but I’ve never splurged on sk11. If I ever do, I’ll get the giant one at Costco.
I felt the same about the Kose cleansing oil! Not too bad, just not great. I much prefer the Hada Labo oil.
Can you please try and review Biolage and Joico hair products
I would be interested in this too!
I would love to see a showdown of copper peptide serums. I’ve become obsessed with the DRMTLGY one, but it’s expensive, and I have yet to find an alternative that works as well at a cheaper price.
Have you tried the Buffer peptide by The Ordinary? Abby loves it, and I do too
Thank you so much for sharing! I can always trust your opinions. I find that using nipple cream is the best lip balm I've found. I'm sorry you had a reaction to the lanolips
Of course! Omg I've never thought of this I'm definitely going to look into it
@@AbbeyYung Be careful, nipple cream is lanolin. I wouldn't want you to have another reaction. I would feel horrible. Milk Makeup discontinued their melatonin line but on Amazon, they have some of the melatonin lip mask. I really like it and it contains no lanolin
Heads up that some nipple cream for example Lanisoh has lanolin
SKII has given me unparalleled skin clarity and I’m someone who have been using tretinoin for the last 13 years. (I’m 31 years old). Worth every penny. I buy mine at Costco and it’s so much cheaper.
I really like the Kitsch heatless curler. I find that I get the best results when I wrap my hair around each side and then tie the elastics around either side, tie both ends at the back by looping one end over the other, and then put a satin sleep cap on top to keep everything in place.
i can’t find a reason to switch from my favorite banila co cleansing balm. it’s cheaper than any drugstore cleansing balm and seems to work way better 🤷🏼♀️
I still need to try this!
@@AbbeyYung i’d love to hear your opinion!!
I'm in the same boat as you I wait for the Ulta sale wheee the jumbo one is below 20$
You need to try the L’Oréal glossing in-shower acidic glaze!! It’s incredible!
Yeah the lip peptide treatments is like gambling. I bought three (all untinted) and 1 (the Rhode Vanilla flavor) just was shit. So, when I spend money on stuff I want to maybe not sand…
Can you review Kerastase Bain therapiste shampoo conditioner and leave in serum or Kerastase Bain extensionist line im obsessed with these shampoos and they contain amodimethicone too but I think the Kerastase Bain therapiste shampoo level damage 3/4 makes my hair so clean not heavy at all. Would love you’re review ❤️
I have combo/oily skin and I live in the Bay Area. It is getting colder here and I do need a moisturizer that is more hydrating that isn't too greasy. The Summer Fridays moisturizer is actually perfect for me and it doesn't make me break out. Sad you didn't like it - maybe use it as a daytime moisturizer? :)
My skin looooooves lanolin! I’m sorry you can’t use that! I slather my face and lips in aquaphor every night!
Thank you!!! I noticed that most influencers stay away from these type of videos, or only mention smaller brands to not "burn bridges" with bigger brands. Anyhow, you are saving us from bad purchases and lost money ❤
I totally fell for that pink cleansing oil hype! It was Dr. Dray saying how amazing the stuff was that really sold me on buying that from Stylevana (and waiting nearly a month for it to come). It's quite messy to use because it runs everywhere. Even when I am careful, it does not remove makeup very well...I find myself using many pumps of it to get it to work. A cleansing balm is way, way better than this stuff. Lesson learned.
I'm SO bummed the Rhode lip tints are gritty. The fact that they've been getting this feedback ever since the brand launched and they still haven't bothered to fix it, makes me feel like all they care about is making money instead of providing quality products. Not cool.
It seriously took all that for you to realize this? It was clear immediately upon the news that she was launching a line. All celebrity skincare lines are cash grabs, yet idiots still amazingly fall for it. Keep the rich rich, ya know?
@@alabama.worley Not very nice to call me an idiot. It's just skincare, let’s be better than that.
@@StateofKait It certainly is not, and I prefer honesty. That's how I choose to live my life. If you're that offended by a complete stranger pointing out an entirely honest fact, that's the greater issue.
I love the softymo cleansing oil but i agree that its a little difficult to remove waterproof mascara
The Gisou lip oil has been on my Sephora wish list since it came out. Thanks for the heads up!
You should try the avene cicalfate lip balm! It’s my favorite to wear overnight and it’s so nourishing when my lips are crazy dry!!
I have this as well! I love Avene products. The cicalfate lip cream is great for soothing & repairing the lips-especially after being exposed to the elements (wind, cold, sun, arid, humidity, heat, etc)
One of the best lip balms is the Naturium! It’s amazing, cheaper, way better than Rhode! And smells like vanilla ❤❤
Anything is better than Rhode.
But does it contain peptides?
Also doesn’t the rhode stuff still need to put a tree nut allergy on their stuff? It’s been an issue for a lot of people
I would love to see an updated Haircare routine!!! 😍
Sorry to say it, but so much of korean skincare is overhyped. The kose oil was just okay. Its honestly kind of thick and yucky (i like the one from krave the best) and a lot of things ive tried have been so irritating if you have sensitive skin :/. I’ve moved on to European skincare and its been a game changer!
If anyone is looking a really good product that helps hydrate your lips that is similar to lanolips, you need to try Lansinoh Lanolin nipple cream. It sounds weird to put a product that is called a nipple cream on your lips, but its really great on the lips. It more goopy and thick but also it is 100% lanolin. If you don't have any allergic reaction to lanolin, definitely give the product a try.
✨Thanks for a great video…love these….also good = Use This Not That videos. Would you please review the Kerestase line⁉️ Thanks‼️❤️✨
Hi Abby, in your product list, you mentioned No. 38, DRMTLGY Peptide Night Cream. But it's not mentioned in your video. Can you tell me why this product wasn't for you? Thanks.
I’m surprised by how many on this list I love! Futurewise Slug Balm and Elf Lip Oil are both favorites for me. The Slug Balm is one of my forever favorites. I’ve slugged for the better part of a decade and nothing else has made my skin feel as nice as that does. Everyone has different preferences 🖤
hair colour hue in this video is lovely
After noticing that mineral oil is often the star ingredient in good cleansing balm, and remembering my mother telling me to stop buying maybelline eye makeup remover in 86 cuz it is just baby oil, i bought baby oil. Works great but turns out my eye area doesnt like the fragrance. Unscented mineral oil is currently overpriced but still better than most OTC products. I just rub in a little mineral oil, let it set a minute, then oil the rest of my face with my diy cleansing oil (oils plus humectants, not heavy enough for eye makeup), then rinse it all away. Works better than anything else i tried. And the inkey list fulvic acid peat moss cleanser is a little weird but it gently removes all the remaining eye makeup, no problem (if you can apply foamies to your eyes, i know not everyone can).
Have you ever tried any Inkey list hair products? I recently got their scalp treatments and they are good. The hyaluronic treatment for ends is more disappointing though
My hair got very bleach damaged- like mushy when wet- by a salon and I have been babying it for 8 months now. Wash day is always stressful. I bought the amika hydration line and I was horrified. I know shampoo doesn’t cause hair fall, but I had so much of my damaged hair come out while using this. I used it three times, and then stopped and then the hair fall stopped. It dried my hair out even further and was so frizzy. Nothing in this line was hydrating. The last time I tired amikas shampoo with healthy hair, it made it really dry too. I love the smell of their products, and their blow dry smoothing cream is my holy grail, but I don’t want to use any shampoo/conditioner or mask from them ever again 😢
i had the same experience with the inkey list oat cleansing balm. found it so gritty and full of rough particles. unless i used a dud or something, i don’t get the hype.
edit: the schwarzkopf got2b glued brow gel is my holy grail if i want my brows to last for years 😂
That’s so interesting cause I’ve repurchased the inkey list balm so many times and it’s always super smooth!! Maybe environment plays a big factor in it cause I live in a relatively hot/humid place…
Maybe try rubbing in between your hands first to warm the product up and that may help??
I hated the inky list oat balm! Mine wasn’t super gritty (though I do remember some texture), but I found it overly greasy, difficult to emulsify and rinse, and just unpleasant to use. It wasn’t so bad I threw it out, but man was I happy to finish that tube so I could move on to something else!
@@ashroberts637 that would make sense. i doubted that everybody had been using basically the st ives scrub to remove their makeup 😂 so it probably was just situational
I personally love the Huda Beauty powder but never experienced any irritation. For me it is my go to undereye setting powder, but bummed it irritated you!
I actually love the Naturium UV Reflect sunscreen! Maybe we just have different skin types but i think if you apply in 2 thin layers or apply to one part of the face at a time (dont grab the whole amount for your whole face and try to blend it all in at once) you will have a better experience! It should not leave a greasy finish at all but a soft matte one!
Just in time for a Christmas shopping break. Thanks for letting us know what didn’t work well for you! ♥️💚
Of course!! xx
Have you tried the allies of skin lip balm? I really want to get one but like you I need lip balms to deliver more than most.
Hey Abbey, love your videos, they are so educational! I was kind of surprised that the Rhode Glazing Milk made it into this video. It has become one of my holy grails this year! I also have incredibly dry skin, so maybe that's why it works so well for me. But I loved this video!
I so agree with you on lip products! You HAVE TOO try Sara Happ lip mask! I´m a new subscriber, so you might have already but in case not! (I use both the lip mask pot, and lip gloss format constantly, and I have tried them ALL)
Congrats on 500k!!!!! You deserve it - such a hard worker!!
A few months back Doctorly said that Lanolin was the Allergen of the Year of (I believe) 2021. Every year a new product is chosen and it had its moment - my lips peel so badly when I wear those products. Gave 'em to my sister who loves them and has no issues at all - good for her! Great list - thx for the info!
I’d love a video of your favorites in all of these categories.
Abby, that morrocon oil dry hair spray is so bad. Makes your hair crispy. Lol back to the IGK smoothing spray 100%
That's helpful re SK-II, thank you! Just so everyone knows, SK-II is known mostly to be brightening, and anti-aging in a preventative way ie the idea being that Korean women use it for years and don't get wrinkles, I rarely hear of it being used to *de-crease* wrinkles, but you're right they do show it being used for wrinkle treatment on the website. The other thing is that according to AliceintheRabbitHole, an excellent Korean skincare influencer, ferments, which SKII primarily is made of, seem to take much longer than other ingreidents to work. BUT, having said all that, this is hideously expensive (I've never bought it) and it should produce dramatic and more immediate results, so, overall I agree and don't think I"ll be buying it
Hi Abbey!! I also fell for the cleansing oil hype and didn't like it- I have super dry skin so I use oil cleansers and this is one also made my face feel dry after using it ! The one I've found that doesn't dry my skin is the cocokind oil to milk cleanser - for anyone who has dry skin, this doesn't dry l the skin but cleanses it so so well! I loved the bondi sands self tan Cool, bcz I'm super fair and loved that it wasn't a super dark tan, but it also didn't last on me. Then I tried the bali body self tan SERUM and OMG, you need to try it! My dry skin loved it, it's a perfect color (not too dark, not light) and it's lasting a full week on me. Would love to see you review it!! ❤❤❤
omg I must try!
@@AbbeyYung it is SOO GOOD. It goes on like a lotion, doesn't transfer, and doesn't require rinsing. It may not be as dark as what some people want, but I'm sure it could be built up to darker by a 2nd coat. Can't wait to see your experience with it!
Try the deep cleansing version of the Kose Softymo cleansing oil. I like it because it's not heavy and greasy and when it accidentally enters my eyes it doesn't create a film over it like cleansing balms do. It also helped with my sebaceous filaments.
Just discovered your RUclips videos (had seen you on tik tok and you inspired me to try that new dove serum and I love), and I wanted to come here to say I’m so glad I found them!! I agree with you so much about the rhode glazing milk which is so viral and I don’t get it AND for the cleansing oil! I thought I was goin crazy!!
The gisou lip oil was terrible. The cute packaging sucked me in, but I actually did go out of my way to return it for that price tag. The formula just plain sucks.
Hated the Kose cleansing oil. It sucked at removing makeup and really burnt my eyes if it got in them.
Peter Thomas Roth Ultimate 5 Moisturizer took my skin to the Next level!!!! It’s incredible!!! Got it on a shirt half off sale … perfect for winter!!!! ❄️ 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍 LOVE IT!!!!!
Do you mind sharing the highlight ingredients?
The gold colored Kose cleansing oil is much better in my experience. I didn't care for the pink one either. I don't know what the difference is in the ingredients but the gold variety removes makeup much more easily. It doesn't sting either whereas the pink variety did.
What didn’t you like about DRMTLGY peptide night cream? It’s on your list but you didn’t talk about it. I have this and not sure if I love it so just wondered.
I'm wondering about that too. She didn't mention it so I thought maybe it was listed on there by mistake.
I'm so glad I'm not the only one not impressed with the kose speedy cleansing oil too. Btw: your current hair color is my favorite on you
Plz make a video about herbal essences shampoo and conditioner
I really wanted the gisou lip oil to feel thicker and more honey like. I feel like it’s too thin and doesn’t last at all. The tint of it sometimes look off too. I wanted to like this so much but just no.
Please try Babor collagen cream, it's quite amazing! It never just sits on the skin it literally melts into your skin
Actually yeah interesting about SK11 as it may have been the “thing” before home devices before other fermented products etc , now with our paws on so many options I think hmmm doesn’t deserve the hype maybe ? I mean yes you are young and don’t have serious skin issues but I like that you mentioned that now using home devices etc is it really worth the price ?
Anyway great vid
Thank you
To be fair - SKII is definitely meant for “mature” skin. This product is definitely the product that has helped many many many people i know that are in their 50s and 1,000 percent worth the hype.
I’m so sad sk-II didn’t do anything for you!!! :( it’s a staple in my skincare regimen, but I use the clearing lotion and it cleared up all my acne, barely ever have a breakout now. Bummer for you :( :( :( love your vids! :)
Abbey!!! You are amazing! Totally love your information and detail!!! ALMOST 500k!!!! Go, Abbey! Go, Abbey!!
Have you tried the starface clear sunscreen? Totally a supergoop unseen dupe I love it so much. Maybe more than supergoop. Supergoop is just a little bit more shiny than starface but starface feels more like there's a little oil in my face when I put it on but it doesn't look oily if that makes sense.
I was also disappointed with the Rhode glazing milk & it def made me break out! Love your honest reviews❤
I can definitely agree, that using a moisturizer, your skin shouldn't feel dry in the morning. Then there's not enough moisture and you either need to change the cream or products under the cream
I’d love to hear your thoughts about Farmacy!
I absolutely love love the elf lip oil!!!
Rhode has said before that the gritty texture comes from the stevia that they use, and that is also the ingredient that causes some people’s (like me) lips to peel and react. Idk why they don’t just find an alternative to that ingredient or omit it since it’s not necessary
I had the exact same experience with the Neutrogena cleansing balm. Plus it literally smelled like STINK BUGS😭!! They get really bad here in fall so I'm very familiar with the smell, and I couldn't get over it
I have only used the Huda powder and Amika hydro rush shampoo and conditioner which I bought last year black friday and I only finished it now.... it literally took me a year to use them up. I have very short hair fine poker straight hair so it takes me ages to finish hair care, but I thought these were ok. I much prefer the bond Kure line, but the hydro rush line smelled really nice and did not dry my hair out. I really liked the Huda powder for under eyes though, I got the mini cherry blossom and use it an an under eye powder, but yes it smells like perfume. The Givenchy one is also like that, i liked that one better as it wasn't as dry
It sounds to me like the slug balm is specifically for slugging (putting a layer of product like petroleum jelly on after you moisturize at night and then wash off in the morning) so that would make sense it’s insanely heavy and crazy to use.
I thought not to long ago you recommended the Kopari moisture whip cream and you said your friend thanked you tremendously for the tip. Did I misunderstand because I ordered for Christmas.
This type of video was great Abbey thanks for sharing your products and thoughts on each one 😘.
Of course!!
Hey Abby can you please do a review on Tarte Blush Big Ego?
i am allergic to aquaphor too… it gave me contact dermatitis. i had a huge red rash and it was all bumpy… but i don’t know if it’s the lanolin they’re using (the wool) bc i know that when i have an eczema rash i use bepanthen pommade which contains lanolin and it’s my fave product ever to heal my skin!! AND to heal my allergic reaction to aquaphor i used bepanthen 🤔
i used pure vaseline once too and it never caused me a rash. so i stay far away from aquaphor, and i hope lanolips are fine to use for me 🙏🏽
Abbey please try the Theramid 3% copper peptides. I know you love copper peptides and that product is amazing!!!!!
Where do you buy it from?
Niche Beauty Lab
Hello! I know you’ve mentioned in some other videos how bad constantly having your hair in a ballet bun can be, but I need to put my hair up every day for dance and I really need something that’s good for my hair, but that can also stay in. I’ve been experiencing a lot of hair breakage in the past couple years because of dance, but whenever I try a looser hairstyle I have to fix it over and over again. Any suggestions?
Im confused . Why is the drmtgly peptide cream on your list ? You used to rave about it all the time? I didnt hear You talk about it in the video …
I’m confused. The Naturium multi peptide moisturizer is on Abby’s favorites list on Howl
Agree...I was confused by this too.
The Lanolips burned my lips too!! But I'm totally fine with Aquaphor. Weird!!
The kose speedy is marketed for light make up. The gold variant is best for those waterproof eye make up