HUGE RIP OFF?! NO VALUE?! Unboxing 2 E.L.F Advent Calendars (25 Advent Calendars of Christmas 1&2)

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  • @Alexandria-Ryan
    @Alexandria-Ryan  3 роки тому +528

    Today we are unboxing the first 2 Advent Calendars of the season! This year we are starting things off with 2 E.L.F calendars. These calendars have a pretty heart price tag but are (very much so) lacking in the value department! What do you guys think of these calendars? let me know! Love ya💖

    • @floxie3361
      @floxie3361 3 роки тому +3

      I was waiting for this🤗

    • @mskellycareless
      @mskellycareless 3 роки тому +1

      YEAH!!!!

    • @GothBoyUK
      @GothBoyUK 3 роки тому +3

      I have a feeling that they might have cottoned on to the Advent Review trend and priced for those who buy early. That's the cynic in me coming out. 😁 🖤

    • @poietes7337
      @poietes7337 3 роки тому +13

      You know, elf has a lot of really nice, affordable products in both their make up and skincare lines, and some of their brushes are as good or even better than MODA, Real Techniques and other comparable brands. My first brushes were by elf, and some are still in great shape. My point? They could put together a really great advent calendar, but of course, they didn't. It can only get better from here (she says timidly)?? No Sephora.

    • @tonyasullivan1164
      @tonyasullivan1164 3 роки тому +5

      I totally thought it was going to be a face mask too LOL

  • @Taversham
    @Taversham 3 роки тому +2459

    I believe Elf's target audience for these is dads who have no idea what to buy their teenage daughter for the holidays, stare confusedly at the stacks of beauty advent calendars for 10 minutes, and then finally think "well this one is the shiniest" and grab it

    • @WyvernBookTales
      @WyvernBookTales 3 роки тому +199

      I'm over 30 and operate like this, on my own behalf 😂

    • @leiajiang7877
      @leiajiang7877 3 роки тому +64

      Damn here in the comments ppl are roasting others and themselves

    • @bergamotblonde1645
      @bergamotblonde1645 3 роки тому +76

      To be fair this is roughly how I picked out presents for my sister when I was 12.

    • @alldolledupinstraps
      @alldolledupinstraps 3 роки тому +95

      I would also like to add for target audience that it's parents who are getting their teenage daughters beginning makeup. They're probably thinking "well, this will probably offer them more than me picking something".

    • @CanisLupus1987
      @CanisLupus1987 3 роки тому +9

      100%

  • @doveheart92
    @doveheart92 3 роки тому +198

    I feel like this advent calendar is made exclusively for young tween/teen girls who are just getting into makeup and may not know what they like yet.
    Gives them the opportunity to try things one at a time and glitter, so much glitter!

  • @iheartbusterk82
    @iheartbusterk82 3 роки тому +2058

    Alexandria’s advent calendar season is akin to the launch of Starbucks festive drinks, as a truly great signal that the winter festive season is upon us. Not joking, Sephora release date should be a national holiday.

    • @ohnoudidnt125
      @ohnoudidnt125 3 роки тому +7

      YAAASSSS girl! I love them both *that much*! 😁😁💛💛💛

    • @consvc
      @consvc 3 роки тому +13

      She should do a series of walking to starbucks everyday and getting a mystery drink

    • @FluffyPancakes36
      @FluffyPancakes36 3 роки тому

      I just got the Starbucks ad on Spotify today 😭😭

    • @boogiebear3095
      @boogiebear3095 3 роки тому +5

      Speaking of, white chocolate and peppermint candy. I am so ready for some.

    • @misseselise3864
      @misseselise3864 3 роки тому +2

      it’s a lot more fun than starbucks festive drink

  • @andtheywereroommates
    @andtheywereroommates 3 роки тому +318

    While the value of these wasn’t great, I feel like a lot more thought went into the items than you see with Sephora and some others. I love that you got a full eyeshadow palette for the last day!

    • @lisatenney3989
      @lisatenney3989 3 роки тому +26

      I get these were not great value advent calenders but I feel they are for younger girls and are nice for a daily suprise.

    • @rakikarafi
      @rakikarafi 3 роки тому +12

      I got this on 40% sale and I’m so glad I did. It’s also nice that elf is cruelty free and vegan and there’s not many options out there fulfilling those criteria’s.

    • @ItsActuallyKate
      @ItsActuallyKate 2 роки тому +4

      The primer and the setting spray are full size too so imo it's not the worst calendar out here

  • @dani_rose
    @dani_rose 3 роки тому +584

    Unless they offer color customization online, company's should not put brow products in advent calendars. Clear brow gel is probably the only exception.

    • @DarkRubberDucky
      @DarkRubberDucky 3 роки тому +15

      As a blonde, I can entirely agree.

    • @MamaMOB
      @MamaMOB 3 роки тому +10

      As a person with salt and pepper eyebrows I completely agree!

    • @EyseaSol
      @EyseaSol 3 роки тому +12

      As a ginger, I'm pretty sure most advent calendars in the beauty space aren't for me. lol I'll stick with picking out the products I want.

    • @FluffyPancakes36
      @FluffyPancakes36 3 роки тому +9

      Anything that requires a match! I’ve seen some (rarely though) that got concealers and such in an advent calendar, like, good for the 10% of people it’ll work for but what about the rest??

    • @FluffyPancakes36
      @FluffyPancakes36 3 роки тому +12

      Or an alternative: Put little codes in the calendar so that you can choose the color from the website. Only for the things that MUST be matched, not lipsticks or eyeshadows and such.

  • @JuiceBox929
    @JuiceBox929 3 роки тому +224

    I feel if they added some of their “Jelly” products, bigger brushes, or some of their bigger sprays or mists it would have made the boxes just a little bit better.

  • @pau8154
    @pau8154 3 роки тому +754

    Alex getting utterly disappointed is part of my holiday tradition

  • @akaCONSTANTINE
    @akaCONSTANTINE 3 роки тому +38

    Imagine taking that $95 and just buying all the elf products you want at the store! You'd be able to get so much!!

  • @beckinevison-smith1025
    @beckinevison-smith1025 3 роки тому +493

    I'd be interested to know how much the items would cost if you bought all the items separately now. As you say, ELF often have sales and stuff........Ok... I checked on the elf website US version.. and the first one comes to $52.. not including shipping or any promo codes.. and the 2nd one came to $95.40 again, not including shipping or any promo codes. Some of the items weren't available so I added an equivalent priced item. Also. The swirly case eye shadow comes in a pack of 3 for $10 so I added an item for $4... Also. The eye shadow palette (day 24) didn't show on the website.. (maybe last season's.. 🤔)...so I added a different one. I am now going to get myself a life... You're welcome.

    • @blackwidow8412
      @blackwidow8412 3 роки тому +56

      In the middle of summer Elf did a 50% off sale, no exclusions. Both of these calendars are way overpriced. You did make me laugh at the no life comment, I've looked up prices of other advent calendars. 😂😂

    • @Lorian7748GenXr
      @Lorian7748GenXr 3 роки тому +23

      Dang it! You're our queen in The Don't Have a Life Alternate Universe! 🤦🏼‍♀️😆 I analyzed your post & decided the following:
      ELF reeeeeally deserves more credit for being so worthless! 😭🤦🏽‍♀️ You're too generous with 3/$10 shadow at $4 & unavailable items had to clearance out before they went to the advent calendar to diiiiiie... You gave them the love & respect they didn't deserve! 🤷🏻 All Hail Queen 👑

    • @amberdawn7303
      @amberdawn7303 3 роки тому +16

      Thank you!! I was going to do this just to see. Not all heros wear capes...

    • @canadian_american84
      @canadian_american84 3 роки тому +4

      I use to buy elf wen they had online sales and I would get more product for less....so they didint do great marketing for this

    • @Queenofcats36
      @Queenofcats36 3 роки тому +2

      Thank you!! I was curious and now I know!

  • @kristincondupa5679
    @kristincondupa5679 3 роки тому +73

    Honestly I’m not mad at these boxes just the prices. If someone gifted me them, I would use everything!

    • @VV-jb4cs
      @VV-jb4cs 3 роки тому +2

      Yeah same I wish they were both half the price

  • @hiitskaitlyn
    @hiitskaitlyn 3 роки тому +338

    Pro tip: use a screwdriver to get into the advent calendars. Sharp edges will pierce the box, and you can use the screwdriver to wedge out the products. No abrasive stabbing motions required.

    • @ivy5554
      @ivy5554 3 роки тому +9

      Was literally think the same thing, a flat head screwdriver would be perfect haha

    • @Elyvee1
      @Elyvee1 3 роки тому +8

      A metal nail file would work too

    • @bergamotblonde1645
      @bergamotblonde1645 3 роки тому +1

      I thought this too. I don't want her hands to come away bloody from sharp plastic edges.

    • @lisaflesher
      @lisaflesher 3 роки тому +7

      Let us not encourage Alexandria to use stabbing implements which may be very harmful to her. 😉😂
      (Aka: I worry for her safety!)

    • @nancykasner5722
      @nancykasner5722 3 роки тому +3

      Great tip to decrease the frequency of items shooting across the room like they have just come out of a cannon as well…

  • @bergamotblonde1645
    @bergamotblonde1645 3 роки тому +72

    At some point I would love to see a, "Products That Made Me Eat My Words," video where you feature make up shades or skincare products you decided to go ahead and try, even though you thought you'd hate it or it would be bad quality and were actually pleasantly surprised by. Of course I'd also want to see a try on of said products, or even a full face of products you're surprised you love. Anything that initially made you skeptical would be welcome.

  • @kate-ne
    @kate-ne 3 роки тому +501

    That second ELF advent calendar shouldn't have cost more than $50 IMO!

    • @jesmeyer732
      @jesmeyer732 3 роки тому +4

      At most! Knowing what’s in there I’d have a hard time paying that

    • @deadgirl5805
      @deadgirl5805 3 роки тому +17

      Did you see the Chanel $850 one? That was depressing 😕

    •  3 роки тому

      $95 on elf website
      The other one was $45

    • @summ3revans
      @summ3revans 3 роки тому

      Especially considering that both the 12 day and 24 day calendar have a lot of similar Items

  • @angie.castle
    @angie.castle 3 роки тому +188

    "I really wanted to set the stage of this advent calender season. And that's disappointment."
    Murder by words lol I see the brutality is top tier today XD

  • @KirsNJ
    @KirsNJ 3 роки тому +365

    I love watching you open these!
    I think the prices should be $19.99 and $39.99 and not a cent more. I’m glad they had a full size palette in the large one, if not that would have been awful.

  • @sarapeet2540
    @sarapeet2540 3 роки тому +94

    I think the $95 advent calendar would be such a cute gift for a tween just starting to get into make up and not having any basics

    • @VV-jb4cs
      @VV-jb4cs 3 роки тому +21

      Yeah same but for $50 maybe

  • @awkwrdpumpkin
    @awkwrdpumpkin 3 роки тому +420

    So I got the 24 day ELF advent calendar last year and this years is EXACTLY the same as last years. The only thing different was the lash and eyebrow serum.

    • @monihernandez28
      @monihernandez28 3 роки тому +1

      😦😧😮😮

    • @maureenbyrd4642
      @maureenbyrd4642 3 роки тому +1

      What was the price of last year's advent calendar?

    • @maureenbyrd4642
      @maureenbyrd4642 3 роки тому +14

      The brushes are available at the Dollar store. One dollar. Glad you did this video. I won't waste my money.

    • @laurenwerts3804
      @laurenwerts3804 3 роки тому +5

      I thought that the 12 day one looked like the exact same layout as last year so I was wondering if that might be the case. 😬😬😬

    • @richiethev4623
      @richiethev4623 3 роки тому +1

      @@maureenbyrd4642 not the black ones but the white ones which the white one's are shitty brushes. I rather head over to rite aid and buy the better ELF brushes they sell🤗

  • @silentsparrow8880
    @silentsparrow8880 3 роки тому +22

    I will say, those bite size palettes are really high end feeling, probably my favorite elf product.

  • @Sarah-hc6kj
    @Sarah-hc6kj 3 роки тому +276

    I am ready for the calendars. Hopefully no coupons, keychains, and hair ties.

    • @martenevertse1292
      @martenevertse1292 3 роки тому +43

      Don't forget no stickers

    • @hwolter90
      @hwolter90 3 роки тому +35

      I’m waiting for a singular Bobby pin

    • @Mama_Bear2017
      @Mama_Bear2017 3 роки тому +10

      Don't look at the sephora one then lol.

    • @aicirtkciub9167
      @aicirtkciub9167 3 роки тому

      Definitely no stickers please.

    • @summ3revans
      @summ3revans 3 роки тому +1

      Can't forget the teeny tiny compact mirror or the acrylic pin!

  • @maxthemannequin4143
    @maxthemannequin4143 3 роки тому +16

    "Smelling it through your mouth" makes _total_ sense to me, I can't explain it but I get it.

  • @poietes7337
    @poietes7337 3 роки тому +64

    I am so glad you decided not to wait because your advent calendar unboxings help to keep me somewhat sane during the holiday season.

    • @poietes7337
      @poietes7337 3 роки тому +1

      @@caroleg3901 GTFO already. Do you think we don't know what you're doing. It only takes one glance at your icon. Stop putting your stuff on people's channels who really don't deserve your intrusion. There are plenty of places you can post your wares, just please, not here.

  • @rainyrealestateASMR
    @rainyrealestateASMR 3 роки тому +8

    Every now and then when I have a bad day I go and watch the Sephora Calendar unboxings. Just as a reminder that things could be worse...

  • @SiriNormal
    @SiriNormal 3 роки тому +184

    The "getting ready to go to a Hilary Duff concert" look is actually really in right now 😬

    • @bergamotblonde1645
      @bergamotblonde1645 3 роки тому +3

      True. Children who weren't alive then are almost old enough to vote. Our pencil brows and low rise jeans are actually "vintage".

    • @mallow5623
      @mallow5623 3 роки тому +3

      My girlfriend's little sister just gave herself chunky highlights the other day so I can safely say they're all repeating our mistakes with those looks

    • @michellenowlan2870
      @michellenowlan2870 3 роки тому +1

      @@bergamotblonde1645 it’s such a sad time for us haha my low rise jeans aren’t happening again after 20 years and 2 babies

  • @kennapalmer1486
    @kennapalmer1486 3 роки тому +15

    Alternate use for the brow pencil: draw on worry lines and age crinkles for when you play an old lady in a musical. As a blonde, that's the only use I have for it. But I do own one for purposes previously described (got it for a buck at dollar tree)
    Where are the theater kids at?

    • @alexhook9151
      @alexhook9151 3 роки тому +2

      Theatre "kid" here. Once when I was broke but had to have contour and dirt makeup for a touring show I was in, I used elf eyeshadow because it was all I could afford XD

  • @amyhamaker7803
    @amyhamaker7803 3 роки тому +26

    It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The rhinestones were close to an “It’s a keychain” moment. I appreciate these reviews. Elf has so much full size stuff it could put in there and still take on a pretty good profit on these. Don’t these companies understand that they could get us hooked on some of their products through these? 🤦‍♀️

  • @nluther22
    @nluther22 3 роки тому +142

    Elf must have been taking notes on advent calendars from Sephora 😂

    • @al3x_m1ss_h3r_g1rly
      @al3x_m1ss_h3r_g1rly 3 роки тому +2

      Sephora- yeah you can copy my homework, just change it a bit.

    • @Sunshine4
      @Sunshine4 3 роки тому +2

      Or Chanel…they bamboozled fans and had them pay $850 FOR SOME STICKERS.

    • @fatema7589
      @fatema7589 3 роки тому

      Idk which one is worse the Chanel one or the sephora one 💀

  • @nancykasner5722
    @nancykasner5722 3 роки тому +5

    The sass is strong with these advent unboxing’s… I’m living for it!!!

  • @Daniellecentra
    @Daniellecentra 3 роки тому +73

    I always said they should make Avent calendars for like light skin tone, medium skin tone and dark skin tone. This way you can pick and have a better chance of the items working with you. Better then just universal.

    • @sarahjo7837
      @sarahjo7837 3 роки тому +5

      Even then, shade ranges very. Things should be more universal.

    • @bibliophilelady6106
      @bibliophilelady6106 3 роки тому +1

      We should try to manifest an Alexandria/ any beauty brand (except or maybe especially Sephora) advent calendar 2022 collaboration.

    • @HP_HairbyPaige
      @HP_HairbyPaige 3 роки тому +1

      I agree so much! I’m fair skinned, with an olive/yellow undertone but some stuff can easily look horrible on me. I can’t do pinks at all and super frosty stuff isn’t the best on me. I do better with champagne, coral, golds.
      They definitely need to have more options for sure

    • @rachelg7041
      @rachelg7041 3 роки тому +3

      Everyone knows the fun stuff is never catered to dark skinned people lol

    • @HP_HairbyPaige
      @HP_HairbyPaige 3 роки тому +1

      @@rachelg7041 it’s ridiculous.

  • @stompingliger
    @stompingliger 3 роки тому +6

    I expected a full set of brushes. They would cost pennies for them but would have been way more cool than a sad single brush. Your sass was well deserved.

  • @sunshinegarden21
    @sunshinegarden21 3 роки тому +138

    "We're doing number 1 & number 2." I literally have the humor of a 5 year old, lol. So excited for "Advent with Alexandria" season!!!

  • @crystalrapose6405
    @crystalrapose6405 3 роки тому +4

    As a retail store manager, I don't look forward to the holiday season. But I'm here for Advent Calendar unboxing season!!! So thank you for giving me something to live for the next 8 weeks!!

  • @robbbranche
    @robbbranche 3 роки тому +155

    I was all ready to go into full RANT mode about these calendars but was almost blinded by an ENGAGEMENT RING shining in my eyes!!! It'll be a while before we settle down about that GREAT news!! ELF Advents...nope! Alex has a sparkler on her ring finger...OH YES!!!

    • @ericacornett5554
      @ericacornett5554 3 роки тому +4

      She has a post on Instagram about it!!! Sooooo excited for her!

    • @robbbranche
      @robbbranche 3 роки тому +4

      @@ericacornett5554 Check her UA-cam from a day or so ago, it's great!

    • @leonettab7479
      @leonettab7479 3 роки тому +3

      Right? That’s the exciting part of this video.

    • @tessquarles9587
      @tessquarles9587 3 роки тому +2

      She did a whole engagement story video the other day, it was SOOO CUTE!!

    • @VanessaScrillions
      @VanessaScrillions 3 роки тому +1

      YESS!! ME TOO!!

  • @michelleb7399
    @michelleb7399 3 роки тому +20

    I like that these advent calendars do put “better” items toward the end. The ones that are the same throughout or random seem to disappoint in the end.

  • @ChaunceyS
    @ChaunceyS 3 роки тому +43

    I found your channel a few years ago because I love watching unboxings of advent calendars.. it's like my version of mukbangs or asmr; I could watch these all day and be the happiest clam. lol. But I'm SOOO excited this year's advent calendars are back!

  • @Oooky_Spooky
    @Oooky_Spooky 3 роки тому +21

    for a split second, I was expecting door 24 to be a "coupon for future purchase" 😂

    • @average13
      @average13 3 роки тому

      I was very nervous. 😂

  • @suchetanag
    @suchetanag 3 роки тому +75

    Omg I already know this series is going to be a favourite in the next few months 🥺

  • @hikuwai
    @hikuwai 3 роки тому +11

    One of the things I love about elf is how small their markups are. I think this just doesn't translate well to an advent calendar, where the tradeoff for a steep discount is the lack of choice.

  • @leslielarua2697
    @leslielarua2697 3 роки тому +287

    I know the rhinestones and the price of the larger advent calendar are pretty disappointing but I actually really liked everything in it, the stuff are so cute! But I get the feeling it’s probably geared more towards moms who want to buy their 16 year old daughters something super cute for the holidays because the value is not worth it but the experience might be. Love your videos!!!

    • @misseselise3864
      @misseselise3864 3 роки тому +24

      i would say it’s geared to someone younger, like 13/14 year olds

    • @rosieburns5634
      @rosieburns5634 3 роки тому +7

      Contents of the Elf calendars is fine for a teen. It’s the price point which is the issue!

  • @shadowhawk225
    @shadowhawk225 3 роки тому +29

    Hooray Advent season! Honestly, I was hoping for better from ELF. if they had a $20 calendar that was worth 40, that would be fine. No one's expecting the world from ELF but...we're expecting more than this.
    Eyelash curler count: 2 (I have a feeling it's going to be quite the filler item)

  • @kerryday
    @kerryday 3 роки тому +67

    Other calendars can provide great value, because their products are so overpriced to start with. Elf isn't overpriced, so there isn't a lot of wiggle room on these sets. I'd rather get great value on the things I buy everyday, rather than on an Advent calendar once a year.

    • @Rose-jz6sx
      @Rose-jz6sx 3 роки тому

      V true

    • @TsoniDoya
      @TsoniDoya 3 роки тому +1

      They are cheaper than most but there is still 500-1000% markup from their cost, most of their products are made in China.

    • @danistaab7152
      @danistaab7152 3 роки тому +2

      I totally agree with you. The sentiment of so many other here is "Argh! How dare they sell me a $100 calendar with less then $400 valued products inside and all full sized products tailored especially for me!"
      Meanwhile this video slammed the products while more then half of them she gushed over. Spoiled Karen vibe all I'm getting.

  • @Nightcoreheaven1
    @Nightcoreheaven1 3 роки тому +1

    This is my first Alexantria Ryan video and seeing her face in the beginning with the gem stickies is what made me smash the subscribe button

  • @GothBoyUK
    @GothBoyUK 3 роки тому +143

    I've never seen an ELF advent calendar for more than half price (at least here in the UK). I wonder if its one of those situations where its only people who pre-order end up paying full price. 🤔

    • @leiajiang7877
      @leiajiang7877 3 роки тому +4

      No usually they don't sell and gets like a 50% off right after advant season, so i think they still want to profit in that stage so they come up with a higher price. I know nyx boxes always does that so i never get it until January or February
      Edit spelling

    • @katface28
      @katface28 3 роки тому +1

      Literally. The only "value" sets or "collections" I pick up at the holidays are the ones I know aren't going to make it to clearance days... everything else goes on my loves list for 60% off times... lol

    • @gabbygabs5107
      @gabbygabs5107 3 роки тому

      Where do you guys find them on sale

    • @GothBoyUK
      @GothBoyUK 3 роки тому

      @@gabbygabs5107 Usually ELF themselves have a sale around Black Friday but I got mine from Superdrug in the UK. They had 50%+ off Revolution and some other calendars when I looked the other day. You just have to keep checking and be willing to 'miss out' by leaving it until closer to Christmas.

  • @AdirondackRuby
    @AdirondackRuby 3 роки тому +36

    Not sure what ones you've already bought, but I was in Trader Joe's 2 days ago and they had a 12 Day Advent Calendar that had body products (like lotions and soaps) for about $20, if you wanted to grab it. (they also had ones with treats for dogs, and one for cats...and Aldi's had a Cheese Advent Calendar, but that's getting off topic!)

    • @TaylorMarie91
      @TaylorMarie91 3 роки тому +4

      She got the Trader Joe’s beauty one! I’m dying to see her open it. She had a video showing all the advents this was gonna open for us on the channel.

    • @AdirondackRuby
      @AdirondackRuby 3 роки тому +1

      @@TaylorMarie91 Oh Awesome! Thanks. I didn't have a chance to watch that one...my watch later list is a bit bonkers. LOL

    • @TaylorMarie91
      @TaylorMarie91 3 роки тому +1

      @@AdirondackRuby mine too lol I feel ya pain so figured I’d let you know to keep an eye out for it. I’m dying to see what’s in it. I wish there was a Trader Joe’s near me I’d buy one but there isn’t. She mentioned that she actually got it on Amazon lol but I tried and it’s not longer available.

    • @Blkvelveteen21
      @Blkvelveteen21 3 роки тому +2

      I need to grab that Trader Joe’s and the Aldi ones.

    • @alisonmeyer9544
      @alisonmeyer9544 3 роки тому

      Lots of repeat cheeses in Aldi's last year, just fyi.

  • @aphreyst4551
    @aphreyst4551 3 роки тому +24

    That elf sheer lipstick that you mentioned looked like clinique's black honey? If that shade is black cherry than it is an excellent black honey dupe!

  • @khaosandlightliberation1980
    @khaosandlightliberation1980 3 роки тому +1

    Especially with Black Friday and season sales- you could choose things individually that you know you’re going to love and actually USE! Or get a mix of gifts and personal items

  • @thekawaiislartibartfast42
    @thekawaiislartibartfast42 3 роки тому +33

    Ngl, I would totally buy a Snowbody Loves You advent calendar 🤣

  • @EzmeCM98
    @EzmeCM98 3 роки тому +7

    I liked the colors that they included in general. I felt like they all went together nicely but I'm not sure if that was intentional or because like you said they just add the same colors/shades in these calendars. I also like how in the first one they basically added everything you would need for a full face besides the foundation and stuff because that would be a lot harder to add in but I think you could definitely use everything you got in the advent calendar for a full one day look if that makes any sense.

  • @joannethomas2655
    @joannethomas2655 3 роки тому +20

    As a redhead, I always struggle to find an Advent calendar with any brow or skin products I can use so a lot of the time I pass on the makeup calendars and just buy them on sale after Christmas and give away the products I won’t use

  • @nicolestuder7130
    @nicolestuder7130 3 роки тому +14

    Yay the season has started! Hoping it can only get better from here. Lol. My son said at one point, at least it wasn’t rose. I was also happily distracted by your 💍. So happy for you

  • @martenevertse1292
    @martenevertse1292 3 роки тому +34

    LETS GOOO. I love this series and time of year with all my lifeeee

    • @Alexandria-Ryan
      @Alexandria-Ryan  3 роки тому +5

      Im so glad you're excited!

    • @I_AM_HYDRAA
      @I_AM_HYDRAA 3 роки тому

      @@Alexandria-Ryan this brings me so much joy to watch this for some reason glad to have more to rewatch

  • @theseinstrumentals
    @theseinstrumentals 3 роки тому +13

    I've said this before but I believe the prices are around 2x what they are for black Friday and that's why the value is low for this price. If the big one is supposed to go for $50 with a value of over $100 that's not too bad but they make them available at regular price so they can sucker people who buy them early lol

  • @randommoonphase8602
    @randommoonphase8602 3 роки тому +15

    Yes, it totally makes sense! This is exactly why I'm so picky about the scent of lip products.

    • @zombei_kid
      @zombei_kid 3 роки тому

      Smell and taste are pretty hardcore related XD It's also why cats open their mouth when they smell things, they have smell receptors in their mouth. I'm sure we do to a lesser extent.

  • @daniellec7059
    @daniellec7059 3 роки тому

    I absolutely love your voice it has the tiniest accent, honestly I could watch your videos all day and night and never get sick of it, really relaxing

  • @tiffanynicole5920
    @tiffanynicole5920 3 роки тому +26

    Its the most wonderful time of the year 🎶 🎵 Advent calendars X Alexandria ❤

  • @kathycooper9994
    @kathycooper9994 3 роки тому +1

    I liked the last eye shadow palette. Really nice colors.

  • @gemelizabeth4978
    @gemelizabeth4978 3 роки тому +21

    Yay! Advent Calendar unboxing starts early! I love you doing these, I'm allergic to fragrance so I can remind myself I'm not missing out on much when I watch your videos at this time of year! Haha!

  • @OpidiodTheHorseLover
    @OpidiodTheHorseLover 3 роки тому +5

    MA’AM. I was watching this on my tv and came over to my phone just to comment and say I KNOW you didn’t just rip open a cardboard advent calender with and actual lighter. That makes fire. 😂😂 I didn’t think you’d ever make the knives seem safe but here we are 😂😂

  • @alysha2162
    @alysha2162 3 роки тому +6

    Ok I just started using the elf lash serum and I am in love!!! I could tell a difference with my lashes after only a week or two and my lashes are looking longer and fuller! I use it just about every day now!!! I was surprised because I had used a different lash serum before and didn’t really notice a difference but this one I did for sure!

  • @mellymae
    @mellymae 3 роки тому +2

    i physically can’t wait for sephora. this is my favorite holiday tradition

  • @xErinxx
    @xErinxx 3 роки тому +22

    I was tempted to buy the first advent calendar off their site with my last order but decided not to when I saw the worth value being so low. Now I’m even more sure I don’t need it! Everything inside is junk to me or things I already have and would happily rebuy on its own

  • @graysonjackson3656
    @graysonjackson3656 3 роки тому +1

    I swear this series every year is the only way I get through family stress!

  • @battimano
    @battimano 3 роки тому +5

    Should we start a season keychain or enamel button count now?

  • @alexandrab4933
    @alexandrab4933 3 роки тому

    It’s not the holiday season until Alexandria’s advent calendar unboxing videos start

  • @maggiejackson6364
    @maggiejackson6364 3 роки тому +7

    And so it has begun! I’m so happy!! 😍

  • @erinsheline8398
    @erinsheline8398 3 роки тому +7

    Normally I'm a negative Nelly but when you opened the 2nd one I was like I hope 24's an 18 or even a 24 pan palette! 😘 Congratulations, you Fiancée you! On both the palette AND your engagement.

  • @emilycombs83
    @emilycombs83 3 роки тому +14

    Love your advent calendar unboxing season!! Did you get Ipsy's advent calendar?

  • @jacoblarson3937
    @jacoblarson3937 3 роки тому +5

    I’ve been waiting for what feels like a really long time for advent calendar season. I can’t wait to see you open all of the calendars 😊

  • @PageantGymnast
    @PageantGymnast 3 роки тому +14

    Ohhhh I've been looking forward to this! The most wonderful time of the year, advent calendar time!

  • @taylorjade6918
    @taylorjade6918 3 роки тому +1

    I'm so glad you're starting this now in November! I was eyeing elf and wondering why their prices were so high, but thought it might still be worth it...so thank you!!!!
    Edit: The things were actually pretty great compared to usual calendars! This is probably the highlight of the season.

  • @jesmeyer732
    @jesmeyer732 3 роки тому +5

    The best part of the season is advent calendar unboxing from Alexandria! Just wanted to say thank you for your content! I know it’s hard work and I appreciate it greatly! I found your channel when you did the magnetic face mask video and I’ve been hooked ever sense.

  • @haileyashton5211
    @haileyashton5211 3 роки тому

    It’s truely the holiday season when Alexandria starts the advent calendars. Always a favourite of mine during Christmas!

  • @niklee2007
    @niklee2007 3 роки тому +6

    I am so jealous love even if they are crap it's still exciting watching your expressions and watching you unbox them! I want to see you unbox the ipsy advant calender love and I saw you got the rituals so I had to check it out and pick it up for my momma for Christmas! Cant wait to see them all!

  • @kalieamber8325
    @kalieamber8325 3 роки тому

    I can not wait for the Sephora unboxing. When I’m board I just watch your past years of Sephora advent unboxing. They are the 5 minute crafts of the advent calendars. Just a train wreck I wanna keep watchin.

  • @muecourt
    @muecourt 3 роки тому +13

    Girl, save your nails, use a pair of tweezers to pop open the little doors. It helps so much! I'm so glad you did these, I was looking at getting them lol You saved me money again lol

  • @donijo1981
    @donijo1981 3 роки тому

    I love watching Alexandria to belong with. Her videos just make me feel better, but advent videos with her are so much fun. I can't wait to see them all, especially the Dior calender.

  • @LyricsLuv16
    @LyricsLuv16 3 роки тому +4

    I’m going to watch all the ads for 25 days of Advent calendars 🎁💝

  • @mamallama9813
    @mamallama9813 3 роки тому +1

    You can get a larger pack of adhesive gems for $1 at the Dollar Tree. As well as the eyelash curler and makeup sponge.
    They're making a lot of money off these calendars.

  • @WaterFlamingo
    @WaterFlamingo 3 роки тому +19

    Can’t wait for advent calendar season!

  • @amandablythe6515
    @amandablythe6515 3 роки тому +1

    The entire Holy Hydration line is perfection... so at least there's that

  • @annakout
    @annakout 3 роки тому +7

    I love your sassiness in this video 😂❤️
    BTW ELF eyeshadows are amazing. I have 4 of those small pallets and they’re so good.

  • @quiltea56
    @quiltea56 3 роки тому

    You are so right about the cost. My Dollar tree sells ELF products. Most of the items that you showed I could get there. A few of the items I would have to buy some where else but it wouldn't cost the price they charged you. Love watching you. Hugs and blessings

  • @sarahbaker5160
    @sarahbaker5160 3 роки тому +5

    These boxes were an emotional rollercoaster! Haha. Glad Elf had a fullsized palette in their box, but I wouldn't pay that much!!

  • @rebeccarankin9455
    @rebeccarankin9455 3 роки тому

    So glad you started the Advent calendars early! It's practical for those who would gift them to people and also, I just really really love this series so I'm grateful that you didn't make me wait lol. Congrats on your engagement Alexandria!!

  • @anouksje866
    @anouksje866 3 роки тому +4

    It's like they looked at the Sephora and Mac advent calender and were like we are going to do something similar but add eyeshadow pallets for value!

  • @Diamondpainting_nurse
    @Diamondpainting_nurse 3 роки тому +1

    Also, I vote you come out with an advent calendar! I’d buy it!!

  • @pattiebohner315
    @pattiebohner315 3 роки тому +11

    I honestly think you should do the Sephora Calendar next so you can get the very bad ones out of the way ❤️💋🤣🤣😎

  • @kenn.c
    @kenn.c 2 роки тому

    that white liquid eyeshadow is the one and only elf product that I actually like. I’ll tell you right now that you are gonna love it

  • @yonerye8665
    @yonerye8665 3 роки тому +3

    As soon as Alexandria's advent calenders start to come out, I know its time to decorate for Christmas! ♥️

  • @AC-pm3mc
    @AC-pm3mc 3 роки тому +2

    Ahh Alexandria advent calendar season it truly does feel like the holidays now 🎄❄️💕

  • @PurpleReign1401
    @PurpleReign1401 3 роки тому +20

    I didn’t buy the ELF advent calendars because they was only like $10 value not worth it.

  • @evonneminer5643
    @evonneminer5643 3 роки тому

    You are a joy to watch! You have the BEST sense of humor

  • @reneeann4016
    @reneeann4016 3 роки тому +5

    I feel like the sponge and eyelash curler should be in a sealed package besides in the advent calendar

  • @arukarinu
    @arukarinu 3 роки тому

    Alexandria just roasting advent calendars is what I live for in Christmas season.

  • @successful5285
    @successful5285 3 роки тому +5

    Try using a handled staple remover...those would definitely help with taking out the products! 😊 Awesome video btw!

  • @JacJac0509
    @JacJac0509 3 роки тому

    The advent calendar unboxings are truly one of my favorite things.

  • @Diamondpainting_nurse
    @Diamondpainting_nurse 3 роки тому +8

    I bought a full face worth of makeup that matches me exactly for $108-including brushes/sponges/etc. This calendar was NOT WORTH IT!

  • @gingerblonde11941
    @gingerblonde11941 3 роки тому

    IM SO EXCITED FOR THIS SERIES! I don’t always have time to watch you. But I make sure I MAKE TIME, for this, every year.

  • @jessannepollard7238
    @jessannepollard7238 3 роки тому +3

    I know it’s super expensive but the one advent calendar I’m sooo hyped to see is the Charlotte tilbury 🥺🥺

  • @christinagianelloni1638
    @christinagianelloni1638 3 роки тому +1

    I giggle when the products go flying. Love advent calendar season.