Have you shopped essence or do you overlook them?! They’ve been quietly killing it IMO! Check my essence playlist in the description box for more reviews
Samantha Jane you hit on all the good products except the brighten up, but ya did mention it. Those white bullet lipsticks I throw in my purse and use daily and they don’t get grubby at all for me. All their lipsticks are really good, their single metallic shadows, majority of $10 palettes, lip and eyeliners also really good. Only thing I don’t know much about are the primers and sprays, although I have heard those are good too.
Just recent Essence user. I can NOT believe how good they are!!! Their eyeliner is the 1st one to ever stay in my water line!!! Their highlighters are the bomb!!! Been very impressed by the quality and the price point. I'm a convert!!! Still love my Coloured Rained and Kalidos make-up but Essence is right up there.
I usually don't buy any face products from Essence because they are usually for fairer skin tones but they (and their sister brand Catrice) have really stepped it up in Southern African and I bought that concealer last month and absolutely love it. Also, Essence lipglosses go hard! Their new plumping ones are amazing. I think they are supposed to compliment the nude lipstick and nail polish line and there is a grey-brown one that I use daily.
See, I don't care if things are new or not. I love to know what's in the drugstore whether it's new or not. I don't understand why people want to know about all the new things, right away. I like oldies but goodies. There's a reason they stick around.
I discovered Essence when I was living in Italy, and I think it’s so underrated in the States! love the Essence gel nail polishes, brow gel, and their clear lip gloss. I can go a week with no chips with the polish. I was just sad I couldn’t afford the Marc Jacobs Velvet Lash Primer, and I’ve been looking for a waterproof mascara, so this video was perfect timing! 💜👌🏻
I just bought the Lash princess mascara and the concealer. This maybe the 5th time I am getting them 😄 I jusy love Essence products and I'll definitely try the contour duo. ☺️❤
I got the essence sunlighter and princess mascara on your recommendation and they didn't disappoint. Love you Samantha. I always watch your reviews before buying makeup and skincare❤.
I have 2 of the chrome eyeshadows one in silver and one in cobalt blue and they are super pigmented, soft, and just the right amount of sparkle! Also have the waterproof lash princess...it's become an everyday mascara.
Thank you so much for posting this! I've lived by a shoppers my whole life I love the eyeshadows by essence. I'm excited to go out and buy this whole list! Already have it saved
Love your affordable beauty option videos! I never used to pay attention to Essence thinking it’s a ‘teen’ brand until I saw your video about the mascara a few years ago. Since then, I have always looked forward to your Essence recommendations.
I went to shopper'drugmart this weekend. I bought the lash and brow gel . I saw some new products but didn't take the time to look them up. In light of your video I will.
I'm often surprised by Essence, great products for the price. I have been testing the waterproof mascara for an upcoming video and I agree with all your sentiments.The lipstick shade is beautiful on you!
I bought the Candid Concealer yesterday but next time will try Essence. Will be getting the lash primer as well. I love this video. I find a lot of people skip reviews on Essence.
For an oily skin girl, even in the winter, the Catrice HD Liquid coverage is my go to for a matte, med to hi coverage foundation. When my oil comes through, at the end of the day, my face is just perfectly dewy.
Sooo glad they came out with the waterproof lash princess. Asian lashes will not hold a curl unless the mascara is waterproof and I finally have a good cruelty free drugstore option!
I felt the same about Essence until I saw Tati do a review of the mascara. I tried the purple Lash Princess and now it is one of my favorites. I also like their lip glosses too. Tfs!💜
I'm fascinated by the constantly breaking Kevyn Aucoin contouring powder. I bought the mini duo and maybe its packed firmer in that container but I've traveled with it, definitely dropped it, smooshed it into a drawer with other products and its still going strong
Great review, Samantha! I’m definitely going to check out these products. I haven’t contoured in FOREVER (it seems lol), so I’m really interested in the contour palette.
I like the banana powder. I was surprised at how well it worked. I have been looking for the highlighter but it’s always sold out. Are you going to review the colourpop tinted moisturizer?
Yay, I love Essence! I need that lash primer and want to try that concealer for sure! They really do make great mascaras and lip products plus that highlight!!! That contour duo looks great too!! Whoo hoo! Thanks for sharing! -Annaleis
I've only ever tried their lip glosses and mascara and I do love both. I'm curious to try their lash primer and waterproof mascara. I've tried picking up their highlighter that's supposed to be a dupe for the hourglass powders but they're always sold out or if I do find them at ulta, they're broken😕
I can’t wait to watch this on my lunch break! ❤️ Did Toronto get any snow storms yet? It is all white here in Rochester! So beautiful 😍 but so annoying 🙄 😂
Good morning Samantha, i been loving essence, the camouflage concealer i am hook on it , the waterproof i not like as much as regular. I am waiting on the spice it up lipstick and nail polish to get to us , its only in uk, great video
Hi! Can you please mention the no of the contour palette you used in this video. You said its darker but it looks like its the lighter shade no 10. Please can you confirm the no because I really wana buy this. I'll be grateful if you'll reply and help me. Thanks 😊
@@samanthajaneyt it's a humble request if you could please mention the number given too that could be great help as Essence is more of number brand than names. Hope you'll consider my request. Thanks a ton 😊
ASAR WANIAL it’s actually a pretty big request as I’m not sure where the product is but as I mentioned, I say in the video that it’s the shade and the description so that’s it. May just be the lighting!
I have tried a bunch of lash primers in the past 18 months and out of them all, the Essence was my favorite, despite the fruity scent. The L'Oreal Lash Paradise was too scented; it reminded me of Dior's overpowering floral fragrance. The Milani primer is nice, but it applies way too much product (a ton comes out on the wand and it's wasteful). So, long story short, I agree the Essence is a superior product at such a great price.
Yes I have lots of cleansing balms I love I just have a good experience with non waterproof so I don’t feel the need for added wear time unless swimming!
If a company has something made in China it can still be cruelty free. They only require testing on items coming into the country. Essence is cruelty free, thank goodness!
Samantha Jane probably not, then that just depends on personal preference with the decision I guess. I’m just glad I have an adorable CF option that works! And doesn’t lie about where they sell :)
Jenna Losch I say it because if I say its CF there’s almost always someone who will contest it so I air on the side of caution when it comes to these things 😘
Have you shopped essence or do you overlook them?! They’ve been quietly killing it IMO! Check my essence playlist in the description box for more reviews
Samantha Jane you hit on all the good products except the brighten up, but ya did mention it. Those white bullet lipsticks I throw in my purse and use daily and they don’t get grubby at all for me. All their lipsticks are really good, their single metallic shadows, majority of $10 palettes, lip and eyeliners also really good. Only thing I don’t know much about are the primers and sprays, although I have heard those are good too.
Just recent Essence user. I can NOT believe how good they are!!! Their eyeliner is the 1st one to ever stay in my water line!!! Their highlighters are the bomb!!! Been very impressed by the quality and the price point. I'm a convert!!! Still love my Coloured Rained and Kalidos make-up but Essence is right up there.
I usually don't buy any face products from Essence because they are usually for fairer skin tones but they (and their sister brand Catrice) have really stepped it up in Southern African and I bought that concealer last month and absolutely love it. Also, Essence lipglosses go hard! Their new plumping ones are amazing. I think they are supposed to compliment the nude lipstick and nail polish line and there is a grey-brown one that I use daily.
Yes I agree! This is my first coloured complexion product from them and I’m impressed. Love their glosses too!
Samantha Jane oh I forgot to mention that they now have the pure nude highlighter in deeper colors and I’m trying to track those down as well 🤣🤣
Thank you for doing so many videos on affordable makeup 👏🏼
Of course!!! I love me a great deal, I love all makeup at all prices - it’s a problem 😂😂
See, I don't care if things are new or not. I love to know what's in the drugstore whether it's new or not. I don't understand why people want to know about all the new things, right away. I like oldies but goodies. There's a reason they stick around.
I discovered Essence when I was living in Italy, and I think it’s so underrated in the States! love the Essence gel nail polishes, brow gel, and their clear lip gloss. I can go a week with no chips with the polish. I was just sad I couldn’t afford the Marc Jacobs Velvet Lash Primer, and I’ve been looking for a waterproof mascara, so this video was perfect timing! 💜👌🏻
I just bought the Lash princess mascara and the concealer. This maybe the 5th time I am getting them 😄 I jusy love Essence products and I'll definitely try the contour duo. ☺️❤
Hope you love that too!!
I love Essence because it's so inexpensive 😍. Here in Germany they're everywhere.
Omg you don't know how happy I am that finally someone is giving the lash primer some love, I swear by it!!! It's so good! ❤
Glad I came across it!
"Why are you so delicate, Kevin?!" I died 😂
Common kevinnn!!!
Essence is such a hidden gem...the mascaras are my favorite cannot wait to try that concealer...their liquid liner pen is awesome too
It really is!!!!
I got the essence sunlighter and princess mascara on your recommendation and they didn't disappoint. Love you Samantha. I always watch your reviews before buying makeup and skincare❤.
I have 2 of the chrome eyeshadows one in silver and one in cobalt blue and they are super pigmented, soft, and just the right amount of sparkle! Also have the waterproof lash princess...it's become an everyday mascara.
You look gorgeous in this video!
Your hair looks so pretty!
Your lashes look great girl!
I agree with blending concealer with your fingers I find I get better coverage that way
Thank you so much for posting this! I've lived by a shoppers my whole life I love the eyeshadows by essence. I'm excited to go out and buy this whole list! Already have it saved
Love your affordable beauty option videos! I never used to pay attention to Essence thinking it’s a ‘teen’ brand until I saw your video about the mascara a few years ago. Since then, I have always looked forward to your Essence recommendations.
I agree!! I was unsure at first but love their stuff!
I went to shopper'drugmart this weekend. I bought the lash and brow gel . I saw some new products but didn't take the time to look them up. In light of your video I will.
That’s a classic!
The Essence pure nude highlighter will always be my favorite product of theirs. It's so good
I'm often surprised by Essence, great products for the price. I have been testing the waterproof mascara for an upcoming video and I agree with all your sentiments.The lipstick shade is beautiful on you!
I have the waterproof mascara but haven’t tried it yet. I have a wedding at the weekend so may be the perfect time! Loving your nails.
I bought the Candid Concealer yesterday but next time will try Essence. Will be getting the lash primer as well. I love this video. I find a lot of people skip reviews on Essence.
For an oily skin girl, even in the winter, the Catrice HD Liquid coverage is my go to for a matte, med to hi coverage foundation. When my oil comes through, at the end of the day, my face is just perfectly dewy.
Sooo glad they came out with the waterproof lash princess. Asian lashes will not hold a curl unless the mascara is waterproof and I finally have a good cruelty free drugstore option!
So glad you like it too!!!
Beautiful today! Think I might try more Essence products. I love drugstore products that work like high end.
I've just tried the concealer today and I loved it! I also liked the nude lipstick line, and their glosses
Oh yay I’m so glad you like it too!!
Love the Lash Princess mascaras, brow gel, satin matte blushes, pink pressed powder, and I Love Color shadow primer (comes in different shades).
Yesss!!!
I felt the same about Essence until I saw Tati do a review of the mascara. I tried the purple Lash Princess and now it is one of my favorites. I also like their lip glosses too. Tfs!💜
I love the fact that you always review drug store brands and that you are honest about the products ❤
I'm fascinated by the constantly breaking Kevyn Aucoin contouring powder. I bought the mini duo and maybe its packed firmer in that container but I've traveled with it, definitely dropped it, smooshed it into a drawer with other products and its still going strong
Great review, Samantha! I’m definitely going to check out these products. I haven’t contoured in FOREVER (it seems lol), so I’m really interested in the contour palette.
ahha I know me too!!
I like the banana powder. I was surprised at how well it worked. I have been looking for the highlighter but it’s always sold out. Are you going to review the colourpop tinted moisturizer?
Yay, I love Essence! I need that lash primer and want to try that concealer for sure! They really do make great mascaras and lip products plus that highlight!!! That contour duo looks great too!! Whoo hoo! Thanks for sharing! -Annaleis
Such a gorgeous products!!! So would love to get concealer, setting powder, contour duo... Looking so so beautiful!!!
I have the brighten up pressed powder in orange
I love it so much,I think you would love it more than the yellow banana color😃
Gotta track it down!
My ultimate favourite mascara is the green Essence one. I have tried all the expensive ones but Essence out performs all of them.
Yesss! It’s great :)
Essence mascara is the BEST!! It’s pretty much all I buy.
I don't like increasing makeup steps because I’m always late for work.. But I will try the lash primer.. It looks nice on you 💚
It’s pretty quick and effective!
I am always ready to go to bat for the Lash Princess mascara
I've only ever tried their lip glosses and mascara and I do love both. I'm curious to try their lash primer and waterproof mascara. I've tried picking up their highlighter that's supposed to be a dupe for the hourglass powders but they're always sold out or if I do find them at ulta, they're broken😕
The waterproof mascara 10/10, would highly recommend. I’ve also been using the brow gel forever, it’s always a repurchase for me.
It’s great!!!
Awesome video! If you could pick one foundation and powder, what would it be? We are the same shade and I'm in the market for both.
Beautiful lip color
I can’t wait to watch this on my lunch break! ❤️ Did Toronto get any snow storms yet? It is all white here in Rochester! So beautiful 😍 but so annoying 🙄 😂
First real snow was yesterday 😭
Good morning Samantha, i been loving essence, the camouflage concealer i am hook on it , the waterproof i not like as much as regular. I am waiting on the spice it up lipstick and nail polish to get to us , its only in uk, great video
So glad you like it too!
"Why are you so delicate Kevin?!?" 😂🤣😂🤣
Hahah WHY KEVIN
I like there this is me collection and there gym proof primer / setting spray x
Golden toffee concealer is yellow undertone or dark undertone concealer
I wouldn’t say yellow and dark are opposites, it’s on the warmer side though!
I just did my Sephora order but I may need to try some of these instead. Mama on a budget 😂🤣
Off topic but your teeth r so white😁😁😁 what do u use or treatment's?
Never clicked on a video so fast 🤗
they have some great makeup x
Agreed!!!
Hi! Can you please mention the no of the contour palette you used in this video. You said its darker but it looks like its the lighter shade no 10. Please can you confirm the no because I really wana buy this. I'll be grateful if you'll reply and help me. Thanks 😊
I’d assume it’s the darker! I say it in the video and description so I’d trust that :)
@@samanthajaneyt it's a humble request if you could please mention the number given too that could be great help as Essence is more of number brand than names. Hope you'll consider my request. Thanks a ton 😊
ASAR WANIAL it’s actually a pretty big request as I’m not sure where the product is but as I mentioned, I say in the video that it’s the shade and the description so that’s it. May just be the lighting!
Great video
I love Essence apart from foundation I buy most of my makeup now Essence x
I have tried a bunch of lash primers in the past 18 months and out of them all, the Essence was my favorite, despite the fruity scent. The L'Oreal Lash Paradise was too scented; it reminded me of Dior's overpowering floral fragrance. The Milani primer is nice, but it applies way too much product (a ton comes out on the wand and it's wasteful). So, long story short, I agree the Essence is a superior product at such a great price.
Awesome! The original loreal primer in the white tube isn’t scented I believe
Which shade do you use in the Kevyn Aucoin contour?
Deep! My review is linked in the description
We have essence too in sg =)
Best makeup remover specially waterproof stuffs is clean it zero from banila co.... Better from bioderma
Yes I have lots of cleansing balms I love I just have a good experience with non waterproof so I don’t feel the need for added wear time unless swimming!
My Essence contouring duo broke on its own too 😭😭😭😭😭
You could try out doing a lash tint and lift before your next trip down south 🙂
Totally! I’m okay to go mascara less, I already have enough body prep before a trip to do😂
@@samanthajaneyt so true 😁 good point!
Jelena Milacic are you serbian? :)
@@samanthajaneyt naravno 😇
@@Sandakan00 I had to translate that haha, my boyfriend is from Belgrade as you may know but I can spot a serbian name hah
The waterproof mascara did not work for me!!! My eyes water badly. I don't know if it never dried but it was bad.
This was one of the only waterproof mascaras that ever worked for me ironically hah
Girl did you get tanned
Love essence videos
I did!
No me enterado de nada🤦
💜💜💜
If a company has something made in China it can still be cruelty free. They only require testing on items coming into the country. Essence is cruelty free, thank goodness!
Yes I was more so thinking about all the brands under the parent brand, not sure if they all are!
Samantha Jane probably not, then that just depends on personal preference with the decision I guess. I’m just glad I have an adorable CF option that works! And doesn’t lie about where they sell :)
Jenna Losch I say it because if I say its CF there’s almost always someone who will contest it so I air on the side of caution when it comes to these things 😘
Samantha Jane totally understandable. Pardon my shade at Wet n Wild lol.