As a medical aesthetician, I have found Sunday Riley's ingredients to be spectacular. I really could care less about the business side of their business. Cruelty-Free, Pure Ingredients, Results. That's all that matters to me. Another product I love is Suzanne Kaufmann and she uses the same suction-to-glass bottle packaging system. It was actually created to keep the product fresh. I also find it easier to get every last drop instead of scrapping the container. It does it for you.
Thank you, I absolutely love the products I've tried, I have oily to combination skin, but its also very dehydrated my skin soaks up the vitamin C cream and my skin is feeling and looking so good especially going into winter when my dry areas start to get flaky.
It’s disheartening to hear that a medical aesthetician doesn’t care about the business side of the products, given that you yourself are in the skincare industry. I would never want to purchase anything you recommend if you don’t care about who is putting out those products, and it would make me wary about getting a treatment done by you. There are plenty of great formulations from brands that have not been outed for pressuring their employees to falsify reviews.
@@PineappleRaveOMG Oh please take the virtue signaling elsewhere Sunday Riley is amazing the mirror doesn't lie . for real to each their own you can use what you want i won't judge you i'll think your dumb for not wanting to try amazing products because someone was salty they didn't get sent a promotion package
Saying you care about the brand beong cruelty free but not caring about the business side of a brand to me just says you're feigning caring. If you care about testing and abuse not coming to animals why do you not care if they mistreat people?
In honor of the truth I have never had an issue with Sunday Riley's products, Good Genes has been the only thing in the world that cured my cystic acne.
choco sprinklez lactic acid is water soluble and doesn’t penetrate even the outer most layer of skin. If this actually did something for you in treating acne, I can assure you that you’re misinformed on what true, “cystic acne” is.
Honestly all the Sunday Riley product have done wonders for my face all I can say is that this is just someone’s opinion , running a business isn’t easy and I think Sunday Riley has really good products and is doing a good job a little on the expensive side but in my opinion definatly worth it like I said Sunday Riley’s products have helped my skin in so many ways it’s my holy grain n also remember that not all products work the same for everyone . All I gotta say
It’s easy to criticize when you have nothing to lose.. this young lady only finds fault.. doesn’t really give her credit for starting growing and maintaining the business..
4:01 the reason they and a lot of others put the plastic inside the glass this way, is to keep the ingredients stable. The way the plastic is done, it reduces oxidation from air exposure, and the reason they and others house it all in glass, it acts like an insulator, so if you’re storing it chilled it won’t have major temp fluctuations while you have it out for your skincare routine (though it’s not NECESSARY to chill it, with KP or Rosacea like what I have, it can make it more soothing). I hope this explanation of this part helps others understand that reasoning a little bit more 😊
I used the entire CEO line and it's helped my skin tremendously! My serum & moisturizer lasted 5months. Their products are extremely concentrated so you're not using a lot. I've been in the beauty industry for 10years & recently started freelancing for Sunday Riley when I relocated to Atlanta. I chose to work for them because I truly believe in their products. I work for 4 other reputable cosmetic brands (all carried in Sephora, Ulta, Nordstrom & Neimans) Sunday Riley is the only brand still paying their freelancers and keeping in contact through Covid19 quarantine. That speaks volumes to the woman she is. I have so many friends in the industry who are struggling because of layoffs. Now is the time you find out which companies are for profit or the people & she is for us hands down! #TeamSunday
Cassandra is more of a drama channel than a skin care expert, her reviews on the products (in my view) have been consistently inaccurate and there seems to be a pattern of shading brands rather than a mix of good/bad reviews
do medical estheticians make more than regular ones because after I finish my medical lab science program and work that for a little I want to become an esthetician as well.
My real life experience with over a year of using many Sunday Riley products is that they have changed my skin in a very positive way. Good Genes is phenomenal, the Tidal Creme is awesome, recently started using ICE, also use A+, and Luna Oil. The only products I have switched away from are the Vitamin C to try the famed Skinceuticals serum and the eye cream because of a recommendation to try Babor, which is an awesome eye cream.
I’m personally not sure why people equate the size of the bottle or packaging to the amount of product you get? The product amount is always listed and at least a lot of OG korean brands were not shy to use bulky fun packaging for standard sized products? If somebody buys a product thinking they’re getting more than what’s labelled on the bottle then that’s up to consumer ignorance IMO. Drunk elephant does the same thing and I’ve never thought of them as ‘trying’ to trick consumers into thinking they were getting more products, the ML is listed right there on the front and back
yes, i agree with your point. But on the other hand, i watched the mentioned video Beauty News made on SR good genes that actually consumer cannot get 15ml out of the bottle. i belive the the listed amount should be how much you can get.
Miya Oh I agree!!, but a lot of brand packaging have those issues and not Sunday Riley particularly, it contains 15ml and that’s what’s listed so they aren’t trying to purposely ‘deceive’ anyone, unfortunately it’s just bad packaging design and not because they want to trick anyone into thinking they get more. & listing how much you get vs how much is in the bottle would cause security risks and issues especially with the TSA, that’s why it’s always the amount in the bottle and now how much you get out of it due to packaging flaws.
@@seanodell56 wow you're making the point so clear👍 didn't think of the TSA issues. Yes the luxury beauty brands are tend to make bulky packages so they can look more fair to be expensive. So now we are asking these brands to also consider better packaging designs with all that price we pay! (sick of expensive moisturizers with jar package btw)
Yes! Thank you. I am so tired of negative comments and reviews from people complaining that there was less product than expected. If you look at the packaging and can't understand the difference between the size of the packaging and the listed quantity than that's your problem.
Aside from the dodgy reviews business, I actually love their products. The oils last for months, even the 15ml bottles. You don't judge how much product you get by the size of the container but by reading how much it contains. And the ice moisturiser is amazing for my skin as I use tretinoin.
oh good! I was just convinced to get the ICE moisturizer, and I'd been using Farmacy's (and loooooved it), but wanted to change it up. was worried I made a mistake! lol
LINDa Hg Girl, good genes is amazing. I’m a licensed esthetician and I can’t skip good genes in my routine. I actually use it once a week and when I’m not using it I can tell.
The Formula was changed and it was removed. It was previously on the last ingredient listed on the bottle meaning there was less than one percent. A preservative is necessary to keep some shelf life on the product.
Despite some super shady facts about this brand's practices, at the end of the day they make kick-ass formulations. I hate to say it. A+ is simply the best retinol serum I've tried. CEO Glow is stellar. Luna is so versatile and useful in my beauty kit. I am never without those three. They are just top of their class. The rest of the line is not worth the price to me but people I trust also swearby her Autocorrect eye cream. Expensive, yes. Shady, yes. But also very effective.
That's what I was wondering.. which other brands get the same results. Maybe I have to stick with some Sunday Riley until I find something comparable. Thanks.
I hate that I like their products too because I just learned about their shady past and I don’t want to support them but I just love their products so much
I love Tatcha, Glowrecipe, and COSRX but have been having horrible skin issues since May 2021. Decided to try out some Sunday Riley samples to see if it would help, and it did. Ended up buying the wake up and night regimen kits and cannot be more impressed. When I run out, I am buying the larger products. In one week, it has made my skin look amazing! I have sensitive skin, so Tatcha’s calming line is my normal go-to. Now it will be Sunday Riley with Tatcha and some of Glowrecipe and COSRX sprinkled in from time to time. (Need to use up all the products I had purchased before Christmas.)
Just bought the A+ retinoid serum so I decided to check some videos out.. sucks that this happened but glad to hear people are seeing results! I have only used it for 3 nights so far. I don’t feel any tingling or dryness so I didn’t skip the 3rd night.. fingers crossed!!
You know I really appreciate that these "What no one will tell you" videos aren't just clickbait. I actually find some new info about the brand. It's not straight bashing either. I just really like that. Thx.
I've used several Sunday Riley products in the past and enjoyed all of them, but the bulky packaging and high price point stopped me from repurchasing. I had no idea about all this shady behavior though...kinda glad I've found better alternatives.
Drunk Elephant does this too. I took apart my Drunk Elephant Protini, wanting to get the last little bit out, and was blown away by the little container that was the actual amount of Protini!!
Full disclosure: I am an outright biased worshipper of Protini LOL! But I do believe that the measurement of product is to support operation of the airless jar mechanism. I wonder how much the airless jar packaging adds to the cost of the product? I have purchased empty airless jars on Amaz*n to decant other loved creams which are packaged in regular twist lid jars. The jars run between 7 and 11 dollars apiece on Amaz*n's ever sliding price scale. Presumably Drunk Elephant have a better supplier for those so I remain curious about how much the packaging weighs into the price?
@@annecraig8257 I was thinking the same. The only way I know how to relate it is to food lol. Like how people make fun of how Chip bags are mostly air, but I think Chip companies have to do that so the chips don’t break and crumble. Also, if you cut open the styrofoam from Cup of Noodles, you’ll see that the noodles are only in the middle of the package and the remainder is air. They have to do that so there is room for the noodles to expand. Granted, these are just cheap food items compared to expensive skin care, but my point is that sometimes it’s not just the company trying to skimp on their products but it’s due to packaging and what works best with it.
At the end of the day the packaging says how much product there is. I personally appreciate nice packaging if only because it looks pretty in on my bathroom shelf. As for Good Genes, I suppose one could simply cut open the little plastic container to get the rest of the product out.
Yes- I’ve seen genuine results with the Luna & Good Genes. Frankly I assume all companies are out to squeeze me for my $$,isn’t that what our entire country is built on (capitalism/profit motive) 🤷🏽♀️ But I’ve seen as much progress with Paula’s Choice. So, I will never buy Sunday Riley, there is no need. I do love getting samples in my subscription boxes though!
Ya, everyone’s skin is different and that Sunday Riley UFO serum was and is the only thing that works for my skin. I’m also happy for you that Paula’s Choice worked :)
🙌 Yaaas! The combination of Differin, Cerave, & Sunday Riley's Tidal and Good Genes. Oh! And mineral sunscreen! I stick with what works (even if her business has bad practices or she has a sketchy background - that's irrelevant to my daily routine and the results that I see with my skin). Edited: to correct product name
Just a question, why are (were) there still so many supporters of Sunday Riley even though the FTC fined her with unethical business practices and fake reviews? Are the products that good that customers would look the other way? I wonder how many Sunday Riley employees and interns wrote the comments for this video.
The good genes lactic acid is incredible. Changed my skin like nothing else. I dont know about the other sunday riley products much tho. Ive tried a greenish oil from sunday riley for acne but didnt do anything for me. But, god, the good genes lactic acid is something else!
I have used their products since their launch and my skin is amazing due to them. As in people think im 20 years younger and random strangers comment on my skin amazing. Hands down my all time fave
me too looks like another sunday riley to me. didnt have astounding results on my skin and is sampled and thrown at me from sephora 24/7... where did it come from.
I would love to know if they are paying influencers to review their products. I literally got cystic acne using the lactic acid product that I heard 4 or 5 influencers rave about. Using the vitamin c serum from Derma E that is sold at target showed a HUGE improvement to my skin, compared to Sunday Riley.
I use Sunday Riley CEO Vitamin C cream and I've NEVER seen a bottle look like that. And I've been using the cream for over a year already (so I've gone through a few bottles) I actually love the product. I have extremely dry skin and suffer from psoriasis, and since using it I haven't had a single break out on my face. But that's my experience with them. The CEO cream is the only product of theirs that I like. I dont care for the others
I’ve never heard of Sunday Riley. At least I know about it now. When she said that... “Sunday Riley is a friend you go to brunch with and she lies to your face” I was thinking about how many of my ‘friends’ were like that.
To be honest, I don’t think the packaging is that much of an issue as many luxury brands have this internal component to make the product feel luxury and weighted. You can read the ml value and make your own mind up. Their ICE moisturiser has changed my skin I love it so much ✨ however, the mistreating employees is a massive no ☹️
I saw your comment after I left an explanation on why it’s actually necessary with certain ingredients. The way good genes is packaged actually makes it less likely to lose potency for air exposure or temperature fluctuations… AND it feels fancier lol I’ve been sincerely loving it since I found it
She might have gotten paid to make it look expired and to make this video to throw shade. Never had this happen to me. Also, a smart person would get their refund lol
I'm so happy I found your channel .I'm currently in school to get my master aesthetician license and so happy to see someone on youtube that isn't a dermatologist or a skincare "expert " .2 thumbs up for the aestheticians out there 👍👍
Woooow. Maybe Paula's choice next? Are they really that good? This is why I love my affordable brands. Please do (the ordinary style) reviews on Good Molecules, Garden of wisdom and the Inkey list!
N K Fischer paulas choice is excellent in that you get exactly what you pay for. I still personally believe they have one of the best acne systems and BHA treatments on the market, and they have a skincare line and products for essentially every concern imaginable. They’re also very “no nonsense” with regards to ingredients and fragrances. They focus far more on conclusive and scientifically backed ingredients compared to brands like Sunday Riley, Kiel’s, origins, Peter Thomas Roth, Mario badescu, etc.
Agreed. Paula is legit. It is hands down the main brand to help me clear my moderate to severe acne of 15 years. I like the "resist daily pore refining 2%bha treatment." Very similar to the famous bha treatment but more hydrating ingredients as well. Salicylic acid always made my acne worse cuz it would dry my skin too much causing it to produce more sebum but Paula's products dont do that. Amazing!
Yes, I wasn't hydrating as much as I should. But in my personal experience with Paula's choice, the formulas are already hydrating so it makes skincare for DUMMIES like me...easy.👌✌
@bishes be mad also, it's a learning process and everyone's skin is different but paula doin something right cuz she has helped many people like me get on the path to clear skin.☺
@@matt8953 I got massive bumps and the texture of my skin was so scaly...I tried the sample and it worked well...then I purchased the larger size which smelled differently..I used it anyway *my fault* and I started breaking out...which I never do...the only new face product was Good Genes....I stopped using it and am now trying to get the bumps to go away...I have a practically new bottle but will NOT give it to anyone because I dont want anyone going through the same thing....It is probably expired
This video isn't informative. I am interested in the product not in the CEO. Kiley isn't a chemist yet she has a skin care line, what's your point. Every celebrity and her mother is selling skincare and we all know they are not directly involved in product development. All skin care companies lie and skincare is over priced except The Ordinary, Good Molecules, Inkey List etc... I really thought I was coming here to get useful information.
😮i didn’t know that I would definitely have to rethink of repurchasing this along with my mom. It’s good to know in depth about skin care specifically paying a lot of money and not having the actual quantity of product inside.
I'm a licensed Esthetician and I absolutely love Sunday Riley. It has completely changed my skin. The new Ice Ceramide moisturizer is amazing!!!! In regards to their makeup line failing, of course they wouldn't want to talk about it especially if they have decided to steer away from makeup. The moisturizers are not expired. Just needs to be mixed. Not uncommon for products to be less than what it looks like either. That seems unfair that you would call Sunday Riley out for this seeing how pretty much every other brand does this as well. Also, they are a cult brand and were trying to promote their sales in regards to the posting of "fake" reviews. They are little more expensive so people dont necessarily want to just try their products in case they dont like it. Not saying it was right but the ingredients are amazing. What more do you want? Maybe they haven't made the best choices professionally in regards to promotion, but that shouldn't take away from whether or not their products work. Again, mix the product CEO moisturizer. It just settled that way. You really sound like you don't know what you are talking about if this is your basis for this whole video. A shame that some people are not going to try any of their products now and are going to miss out on the extraordinary benefits.
I know this video is from like three years ago but I had to comment. I’ve used SR since the beginning. It’s not AS expensive as others for the same type size of others and most importantly, every single thing I’ve bought from SR works amazingly well, and does not irritate my very fragile and sensitive skin! I think all the points made in this video are pretty much the same CALL OUTS that belong to every single skin care and makeup manufacturer out there today, so why single them our? Their products are good and work! I have tried things for the last five years that are completely useless or irritating and I’m so happy I went back to her products because after just a few days of use, my skin is flawless.
The ordinary lactic acid works just as good as Sunday Riley good genes. I used Sunday Riley for 2 years and then I tried the ordinary. I’ll never go back. Ps ...can you do a video why vitamin c can cause some people to break out in deep acne. I have clear skin otherwise unless I shave. Why do some of us to react to vitamin c?
I breakout from Vit C regardless of the brand ...I’ve tried sooo many from all price ranges, all just give me little pustule type bumps almost like a acne rash ....I’ve never had this issue with any other skincare ingredient. Craziness!
i am a chemist and i remember ages ago reaching out to her through linkedin to ash her about her alma matter in order to do the same or something similar, and she did not give a clear answer and furthermore just advised me to go to a ridiculous private school in london, whereas i was studying chemistry and knew all the famous degrees (at least here in france) to get there, so i totally believe when you she lied.
sorry i wrote too quickly and forgot a few words xd i just wanna insist that it was obvious that she knew nothing about chemistry (at least academically), and the products are clear as day overpriced.
thank you for this. I hated their products. They broke me out, stinged, my skin became inflammed and red after just a few days so I never even went through the whole cream :/
It’s unfortunate about the miscomings of Sunday Riley because I have had great experiences with the products. It’s hard for me not to buy a product that works well for my acne prone skin. Maybe I just need a shitty product to change my mind. Thank you for this unbiased vid!
I believe that the airless pump packaging like you showed is a pro, not a con! While some people may be thinking they’re buying more product than they are, and many people won’t take the time to open it up and use the last bits or properly recycle the bottle, the bottle is recyclable. Compared to other airless pumps, which are multiple pieces of plastic which are hard to separate and aren’t rely large curbside, this is a huge win. And, as I’m sure you know, airless pumps are a game changer for reducing contamination, increasing shelf life, and even reducing the amount of preservatives needed in a product.
It's ludicrous one should have to go through the time-consuming process of opening a package and try and get down into the product to get it all! That's not our jobs nor is it good to push your clients to try and tear apart packaging. We spend way too much money to have to do it.
Idk, I’ve been using the Sunday Riley (big box package) for almost a month now. I can honestly say I’ve seen improvement in my skin and most of the products smell good lol 🤷♀️.
Highly fragranced products often contain irritating ingredients that will speed the aging of your skin. I recommend finding a brand without scent that has a more scientific background.
I work for Sephora. We are constantly being gratis these products. Sunday Riley is the shadiest brand we carry. It’s terribly expensive and the brand rep lies to our customers whenever she comes to train. After their whole social media debacle, I’ve started not recommending their products.
I’ve bought good genes twice and it made a huge difference on my skin, I now use the ordinary lactic acid because I am broke but I miss my girl good genes lol
@@amber0307 Their Azelaic acid, Niacinamide and NMF saved my skin :( but yeah, I won't put my self on fire for any brand, I know it is a business in the first place, and yeah, their creator dying thing is really weird
@@amber0307 unless your skin was burned in a way that scarred you by the product, whatever reaction you had should be temporary and not "screwed up." There's probably another change you're overlooking.
I had a consultation with a good Harley street derm who made the world of difference to my skin. When I told her what I was using one of the products was SR one - she was very disparaging about the brand and said it was successful because if you get the right people behind you it doesn’t really matter what the product is like. SR is just good pr
I believe they have changed their packaging or hope so? I am 52 years old, and I absolutely LOVE Good Genes. I received it in a boxy charm a few months ago, and this is probably the ONLY product I would pay retail for; I noticed a difference the first time I used it. I am not familiar with any of their other products. Can you recommend another product close to Good Genes? I love watching your videos and uncovering behind the scenes of skincare and beauty companies.
I had dry skin under my eyes and all over my face for the longest time, thought it was eczema so I just kept putting on hydrocortisone cream and it wouldn’t go away for months. She put on a some of creams in these orange bottles that said CEO on them and it literally cured the dryness. I’m still amazed
My 63 year old skin has changed for the better by using Good Genes and Luna. If I could find these products with a less expensive price I'd certainly be happy to try! I didn't realize Sunday Riley employees were faking the reviews on Sephora and I hate shady companies!! I thought it was only Drunk Elephant! But, my skin is 99.9% clearer, fresher, younger with steady use of these two products!
PLEASE do Dr. Dennis Gross skincare! Also very expensive but I want to know if it's as life changing as any reviews say it is- especially for anti-aging!
I got a sample pack of the exfoliating pads that had like 3 or 4 uses in them And it definitely helped my dark spots within those few days Ive never tried anything else tho
I do not know if you’ve looked into them, but would you consider looking into perricone md. All the reviews appear to be stellar but the price... eek. Does perricone md pass class?
CrouchingTigress01 I’ve tried their foundation, the one in the dropper bottle and it’s really really good! It has an SPF20. Light weight and light to medium coverage. It’s good stuff
I haven’t used their skin care products, but I’ve used their vitamins/supplements, and I bought an old perricone book from eBay. Within my first month of taking those supplements, my skin changed. People told me that my skin was glowing, and asked if I was wearing foundation. His stuff works from the inside out.
I've used the Vitamin C serum and it was beautiful. I used up every last drop! The formulation is very stable so it doesn't go rancid quickly like most Vitamin C's. I recommend going and getting a sample so you can try it for yourself! I have normal skin with surface dehydration and occasionally get oily through my T-Zone (who doesn't) and it was very comfortable to wear during summer and the early months of winter :)
It is a very bitter nasty review on something she had a bad experience with.....don’t give it any credibility when she is obviously mad about a “bad” product she didn’t return? Why? I question the product was bad when she got it if she didn’t return it. Dishonest? Maybe she doth protest too much!!
It's absolutely fucked up what they did regarding producing fake reviews however if you're someone that "understands cosmetic chemistry" and has "worked in the industry for so long" you should know how to read packaging and understand how much product you are purchasing regardless of how the packaging looks.
I received the CEO cream in a subscription box. Didn't do a darn thing to my skin and it is soooo expensive. I'll stick to The Ordinary and K Beauty brands that actually work!
I would want to hear more about expensive skincare brands. Because it's one thing to make a cheap product that doesn't really work, it's another thing entirely to make something shitty and ask 80 dollars for it. Maybe brands like Drunk Elephant or Tatcha.
@Tahnee Asaoka NO WAY. For that kind of money it better clear my skin, clean my bathroom and bake me pies. I mean for 350 bucks I can go to my aesthetician 7 times.
That moisturizer has done amazing things for my skin in just two weeks. Maybe there was a bad batch. I would try it again. I’ve never had results so fast.
Here I am years after this video was posted and I love this brand, I have been using it since October of last year and my skin has definitely changed for the better. It’s def pricey but I like the esthetics and it’s working so I I’m willing to pay the price.
i havent finished the video yet. and i adore that you dive in and take the time to give us so much background knowledge on brands and their products. The comment that I have is about the size of containers and the amount of product. I get that getting a huge container with 15ml of product might make you feel ripped off because it looks like you have a half full container, however you're told how much actualy product that you are getting so unless there isnt the same amount of product as what is stated that there should be... you cant really be dissaointed about that. Now is packaging makes it hard to get that product out so youre not getting to use all of it, yes 100% that is really frustrating and should be called out. If products are so pricy because its a huge glass container that is really not needed to contain our product, they need to be called out. If product containers dont protect the product so it is expired as you had found with the mask, YES, what are you doing skin care brands. but concerning the actualy amount of product compared to the size of the container.. i dont really see why its a huge thing because you are being told that you are purchasing x amount of product. Again if we arent getting that that is a huge issue. Loads of love! I would love to see a video like this on herbivore and caudalie!
If you can't get all the product out of the ineffective bottle design, then no, you're not getting what I advertised. Watch the video again, and you'll see what they uncovered. Not getting 10% of your already small and expensive product out is just confirms what she said about them being more money centered biz.
Sunday Riley has been great to my skin..I’m shocked to hear about all of this shady business practices..I have watched my face transformed.. I went from wearing makeup everyday to no make at all.
I started using their products after the Sephora review scandal (hehehee) but their oils are very good. I use their retinal Luna at night with Farmacy's Honeymoon Glow, Juno for dry skin days and UFO for breakouts. I don't use their lotions, face washes or vitamin C products. Also: If anyone wants an alternative for Good Genes, try Farmacy Honeymoon Glow. When I mix it with Luna the results show up in one night! Stay well, all!
First thing's first- I love you and you've inspired me to dig deeply into my skincare. However, I'm disappointed this video wasn't an actual review of the ingredients nor products. It sucks that there are clearly some ethical issues with branding, but the products genuinely work, are cruelty- and fragrance-free, and a little goes a long way. Yes, they're super expensive and packaging is misleading, but literally every other brand does the same exact thing. It also helps to shop smart through Google Shopping vs Sephora, Ulta, etc. The products are just too expensive to buy at full price. Hoping you'll revisit this one.
I think this video is super negative and adds into the toxicity of social media and the impact you can have on a social platform. Everyone's skin is different. Just because a product didn't work for you, doesn't mean it won't work for someone else and that's what needs to be understood in the beauty world in general. I deal with many clients everyday who didn't know they were allergic to an ingredient in the product but blame the product instead of thinking about what's right for their skin. I have clients who don't follow instructions, and burn their skin by mixing ingredients they shouldn't or don't wear a sunscreen. You state many points in this video that just aren't positive and aren't accurate in my opinion. You talk about the mL's and price point - that's up to the client. Sunday Riley's price point and mL in the products align with 70% of what is carried in Sephora? Brands like DE, PTR, Dr.Dennis Gross, Kate Sommerville, Murad.. the list goes on. You speak to expired product, that was your choice to not return it? Sometimes this happens from a product being on the shelf to long.. this has happened to me with both makeup and skincare - that's your choice. Over 50% of the brands in Sephora have had "Scandals," everyone deserves another chance and this doesn't effect how good products actually are. While I do think many brands create a 'show' for marketing and can lead clients in the wrong direction, many brands also don't do that. I'm passionate about the brand because I have dealt with hormonal and cystic acne my whole life and this brand was one of the only ones that changed it because they pay attention to supplier integrity and ingredient quality. Did you know Sunday created UFO for her 13 year old daughter who had cystic acne because she could tell her weekly trips to sephora with her daughter after months and months of nothing working was extremely taxing on her mental and emotional health along with her friends and their self confidence? I think now a days this beauty world is more uneducated and toxic than it ever has been. At the end of the day listen to YOUR skin and choose what's right for YOU. Not because a million other people said so - while this often leads to best sellers, it is up to you to educate yourself, go down the trial and error path and make your own decision.
I feel like in past videos, you would literally list all ingredients, go through them, explain what they do, how they work together... you would show quotes from marketing (and now I mean advertising claims, not the fake review scandal only) and take them apart. Herer you say they lie to folks with acne not you don't really get into the detail. The entire video has a strong subjective vibe and although I like the energy, at the end I was left feeling like I ought to hate this brand. I have never left your videos like that before, I always had information I could base my own decision on, and even maybe purchase a couple of products which would suit me, with knowing the background of the company as well as knowing which products are probably a miss. I know you put a lot of work into these videos, so I hope you don't take this the wrong way. I am simply leaving this here because I suppose you appriciate feedback. Good luuuck :)
I agree! At least maybe a new video series about ingredients only. (Ingredients really intrigue me) Maybe each episode could focus on different skin concerns and products meant to help those concerns, but it's focused on breaking it down by each ingredient, explaining each one, and why it would be advertised the way it is, and what else that ingredient is good for, basically! Haha
I really like Sunday riley and I already tried a few different items from them. I do agree that SR is expensive but as of now I haven't found an inexpensive alternative. I buy lots of stuff on ebay auctions and it allows me to save on things like Good Geens.
Oksana kleo Please be careful with eBay. There are so many fake products, refilled packaging and grey market products. People have been disfigured and permanently injured by fake products purchased on eBay. Grey market products can also be very dangerous!
@@sadar171 I agree. You need to be careful with what you are buying on Ebay and from whom. I personally got conned by a refilled serum recently but a seller refunded me after my complaint. Up to now 9 out of 10 skincare items I buy are legit. I can afford buying from authorized distributors but the idea of saving up to 50% makes it worth the risk. It is a personal choice, of course.
I’m going to be honest. I have spent hundreds of dollars on Sunday Riley Skincare and I don’t know if the products were wrong for my skin type or what, but I broke out horribly even after the purging period. This is the frustration I have with skincare products in general, it is completely trial and error until you find what works for you and it can be an extremely costly process!
I absolutely love your channel! Ive been struggling with adult acne and have been watching your videos so much lately and they have helped me so much! ☺❤
Hey girly! Thanks for the info. I don’t have any Sunday Riley and now I never will so thanks for saving me that money! My morals and ethics just wont allow me to. For the question you asked, I would love to know more about Hale & Hush. I can’t seem to find ANYTHING about them other than they are a skin care line that focuses more on sensitive skin. There is an esthetician in town that works with it and I’m hesitant to buy. Much love from Melbourne, Florida ♥️
I just stumble on this and I might need you as my BFF! Thank you so much for this!! I got a Luna, Good Genes, and A+ in a Sephora value set and for the life of me couldn’t figure out why I ran out so quick. Poof! Enter you. Thank you for addressing things that others might be afraid to for the backlash! PS-Even I know SPF is the most important 💜🥂
Sunday Riley has never done me wrong! And my skin is the clearest it’s ever been. I understand everyone has their own opinion but this video is just giving me hater vibes 😅
Despite saying “I want to be objective”, some of your points about her are subjective to be honest. Theyre experience and opinions. But she definitely messed up the reviews scandal. Love your videos, but oof the energy I get out of this video is..
It's better to recommend action plans for these companies to take or maybe for Sephora. rather than criticize them openly and tear them apart like this. With the expired product, it's also possible the fault was on Sephoras end. Im just ruling out the possibilities. Cancel culture just isnt the way to go these days. Agree that the fake reviews were truly scandalous. And a statement might have been better on their end. But products wise, they really do have some great ones. Juno, the auto correct eye cream and Good Genes were very good for me.
@@sarah.marco888 yeah and I think she don’t even try those products! She’s just jump on that conclusion about some bad reviews but I think it’s really depend to those who use the products and works great for them!!
You can try the lactic acid serum from the ordinary it’s not expensive at all and it might not be AS good but it may be enough for you to rethink the price point
If you consider buying the ordinary’s lactic acid be weary it made my skin pretty dry and smoothed our texture the first day then gave me a bunch of small pimples everywhere. Definitely recommend Farmacy’s Honeymoon Glow Serum! It’s lactic acid and honey infused so it will exfoliate and smooth while nourishing and protecting your moisture barrier. Also, lactic acid is the second ingredient in their formula list so you’re not getting scammed out of the actual percentage of your actives 😉
Stephanie Ponce the only thing is good genes can be used day and night and it seems lactic acid can only be used at night. Can that product with honey be used in the am? I like the smoothing effects of good genes under my makeup.
oh well if there makeup failed there skincare is great I know what works and it's Sunday Riley at least for me i have others (brands) I like too but as far as high end goes it's Sunday Riley for me hands down . I love Luna oil and good genes all I know is my skin is amazing from them. to each there own though also a little goes along way with them so you don't have to use a lot to get great results
I was in the beauty industry for over 25 years, (way back in the day, I'm old...); I was always trained to look at the science behind ingredients. That said, I never saw results with Sunday Riley, so there's that... keep it simple.
@@Mel-tu5mb Not so simple a reply. I'd ask: a) What are your skin care goals? b) What's your skin like? Dry, sensitive? c) Price point for skin care? d) And how complex (or simple) a routine are you willing to do? Can you commit to daily sunscreen use?
So we aren’t mad at the part that matters which is the stuff that goes on your face? I hate to say it, but if a product does amazing things for my skin I really don’t care what they are doing behind the scenes 🤷🏼♀️ I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but businesses entire goal is to turn a profit, the bigger the better. I’ll never be mad about a business making money as long as they’re providing me with stellar products/services.
I don’t know what you’re talking about Sunday Riley has plumped my skin Made my skin clean and Fair No facial lines My skin glows I’ve used many products it pumps up my skin You just got a bad batch The brand is the best I tried and I tried many brands Good Genes is awesome 😎
You can't get an expired product lol, especially from Sephora. All dates are checked into a computer BEFORE they even enter a store, and there is an automatic alert for expiration date at least 6 months BEFORE they expire and MUST be removed. Getting an expired product from Sephora is a 0.00001% chance
I think all brand don't give enough product, and it’s normal because the ingredients that are used are expensive as it is. Plus, when you have your own business, you have to triple the cost of the product by what it cost you to make it. And another point is that if you buy things online, you have the risk of getting products that can be damaged during shipment, etc. I think maybe we should give the benefit of the doubt and focus on the products effectiveness or not.
I’ve experienced something with the company that seems to me like no one else noticed. I bought the Juno oil (in the UK) but the ingredients list on the product didn’t match the one on the website (official or retailer’s)! It was almost as if they flipped the ingredients and meadowfoam oil was the first one on the list! While the one that was supposed to be first one was the last! The rest were out of place too. I contacted the company but didn’t hear anything back and the official retailer I got it from also couldn’t get in touch with them so after a month or so they refunded me without any explanation form the company.
I'm also in the UK and their formulations for some products are different in Europe and in the US. For example, the good genes comes with lactic acid in the US but with glycolic acid in Europe.
I find it funny when people complains about packaging saying it’s not that much product... mam the net weight is literally mentioned on the bottle?? Like no matter the size of the packaging the net product is going to be the same? So much R&D behind how much is inside the bottle is laughable. Also idk about others but the SR products works really well on my acne prone skin compared to some other well know skin brands like DE or KS and they’re all priced around the similar range. So for me personally it has been a really good brand.
I have beng watching your video.. where have you been my whole life... I just turned 50 but people say I look in my 30's.. I'm all for good skin care.. i just went out and bought new product you sujested.. I really like ordinary.. I'm tired of paying 80$ for drunk elephants moisturizer.. so thank you 🤗🤗
Regardless, one of the few skincare brands I will splurge on. Their products just WORK. One of the few skincare brands where almost everything I’ve tried exceeds my expectations. And considering the 20-30% off sales they constantly have, I would say pricing is quite “fair”.
I'm always hesitant to click on any video with a skincare review because of shadiness and/or being trendy like that guy who gives skincare advice without credentials. But this was a thorough video! I like how you present the products and get straight to the point.
I would love to know more about Farmacy - a company that markets themselves as "green", but refuses to address the fact that their Green Clean balm contains polyethylene, which numerous people have pointed out, is terrible for waterways. Are the microplastics in this product cause for concern, or is this just an overreaction from consumers who don't have all the information?
UGH the comment on how she said to just wash your face ?? I mean I’m not even liscensed or anything and I know that’s not even correct ? makes me cringe . PS. I love your feed !!!! you are so awesome with all your knowledge and then wanting to share this with us ?!! it makes me so happy 🙂 Thank You for being amazing & being a skin nerd like me 🙃🤪
As a medical aesthetician, I have found Sunday Riley's ingredients to be spectacular. I really could care less about the business side of their business. Cruelty-Free, Pure Ingredients, Results. That's all that matters to me. Another product I love is Suzanne Kaufmann and she uses the same suction-to-glass bottle packaging system. It was actually created to keep the product fresh. I also find it easier to get every last drop instead of scrapping the container. It does it for you.
Thank you, I absolutely love the products I've tried, I have oily to combination skin, but its also very dehydrated my skin soaks up the vitamin C cream and my skin is feeling and looking so good especially going into winter when my dry areas start to get flaky.
me too i love sunday riley they are my fave high end brand period
It’s disheartening to hear that a medical aesthetician doesn’t care about the business side of the products, given that you yourself are in the skincare industry. I would never want to purchase anything you recommend if you don’t care about who is putting out those products, and it would make me wary about getting a treatment done by you. There are plenty of great formulations from brands that have not been outed for pressuring their employees to falsify reviews.
@@PineappleRaveOMG Oh please take the virtue signaling elsewhere Sunday Riley is amazing the mirror doesn't lie . for real to each their own you can use what you want i won't judge you i'll think your dumb for not wanting to try amazing products because someone was salty they didn't get sent a promotion package
Saying you care about the brand beong cruelty free but not caring about the business side of a brand to me just says you're feigning caring. If you care about testing and abuse not coming to animals why do you not care if they mistreat people?
In honor of the truth I have never had an issue with Sunday Riley's products, Good Genes has been the only thing in the world that cured my cystic acne.
choco sprinklez wondering how a mild lactic acid treatment helped heal cystic acne... 🤔
@@LD-tn6ff By exfoliating the skin and make it easier for my acne products to penetrate deeper.
And I had success with their oil for acne prone skin.
choco sprinklez lactic acid is water soluble and doesn’t penetrate even the outer most layer of skin. If this actually did something for you in treating acne, I can assure you that you’re misinformed on what true, “cystic acne” is.
@@LD-tn6ff thank you sir/madam for the info, I will however stick with what works for my skin and part of it it's Good Genes.
Honestly all the Sunday Riley product have done wonders for my face all I can say is that this is just someone’s opinion , running a business isn’t easy and I think Sunday Riley has really good products and is doing a good job a little on the expensive side but in my opinion definatly worth it like I said Sunday Riley’s products have helped my skin in so many ways it’s my holy grain n also remember that not all products work the same for everyone . All I gotta say
It’s easy to criticize when you have nothing to lose.. this young lady only finds fault.. doesn’t really give her credit for starting growing and maintaining the business..
4:01 the reason they and a lot of others put the plastic inside the glass this way, is to keep the ingredients stable. The way the plastic is done, it reduces oxidation from air exposure, and the reason they and others house it all in glass, it acts like an insulator, so if you’re storing it chilled it won’t have major temp fluctuations while you have it out for your skincare routine (though it’s not NECESSARY to chill it, with KP or Rosacea like what I have, it can make it more soothing). I hope this explanation of this part helps others understand that reasoning a little bit more 😊
I used the entire CEO line and it's helped my skin tremendously! My serum & moisturizer lasted 5months. Their products are extremely concentrated so you're not using a lot.
I've been in the beauty industry for 10years & recently started freelancing for Sunday Riley when I relocated to Atlanta. I chose to work for them because I truly believe in their products.
I work for 4 other reputable cosmetic brands (all carried in Sephora, Ulta, Nordstrom & Neimans) Sunday Riley is the only brand still paying their freelancers and keeping in contact through Covid19 quarantine. That speaks volumes to the woman she is. I have so many friends in the industry who are struggling because of layoffs. Now is the time you find out which companies are for profit or the people & she is for us hands down! #TeamSunday
I’m a medical esthetician and I have to disagree … most of their products have changed my ski for the better . I’m extremely satisfied
me too i love their products
@patricia nava it's amazing
Good Gene does wonders to brighten my skin
Cassandra is more of a drama channel than a skin care expert, her reviews on the products (in my view) have been consistently inaccurate and there seems to be a pattern of shading brands rather than a mix of good/bad reviews
do medical estheticians make more than regular ones because after I finish my medical lab science program and work that for a little I want to become an esthetician as well.
My real life experience with over a year of using many Sunday Riley products is that they have changed my skin in a very positive way. Good Genes is phenomenal, the Tidal Creme is awesome, recently started using ICE, also use A+, and Luna Oil. The only products I have switched away from are the Vitamin C to try the famed Skinceuticals serum and the eye cream because of a recommendation to try Babor, which is an awesome eye cream.
I’m personally not sure why people equate the size of the bottle or packaging to the amount of product you get? The product amount is always listed and at least a lot of OG korean brands were not shy to use bulky fun packaging for standard sized products? If somebody buys a product thinking they’re getting more than what’s labelled on the bottle then that’s up to consumer ignorance IMO. Drunk elephant does the same thing and I’ve never thought of them as ‘trying’ to trick consumers into thinking they were getting more products, the ML is listed right there on the front and back
yes, i agree with your point. But on the other hand, i watched the mentioned video Beauty News made on SR good genes that actually consumer cannot get 15ml out of the bottle. i belive the the listed amount should be how much you can get.
Miya Oh I agree!!, but a lot of brand packaging have those issues and not Sunday Riley particularly, it contains 15ml and that’s what’s listed so they aren’t trying to purposely ‘deceive’ anyone, unfortunately it’s just bad packaging design and not because they want to trick anyone into thinking they get more. & listing how much you get vs how much is in the bottle would cause security risks and issues especially with the TSA, that’s why it’s always the amount in the bottle and now how much you get out of it due to packaging flaws.
@@seanodell56 wow you're making the point so clear👍 didn't think of the TSA issues. Yes the luxury beauty brands are tend to make bulky packages so they can look more fair to be expensive. So now we are asking these brands to also consider better packaging designs with all that price we pay! (sick of expensive moisturizers with jar package btw)
Yes! Thank you. I am so tired of negative comments and reviews from people complaining that there was less product than expected. If you look at the packaging and can't understand the difference between the size of the packaging and the listed quantity than that's your problem.
@@seanodell56 Miya was saying that there actually wasn’t 15mL in the bottle
Wait till she finds out about Lay’s chips..
😂😂😂
Aside from the dodgy reviews business, I actually love their products. The oils last for months, even the 15ml bottles. You don't judge how much product you get by the size of the container but by reading how much it contains. And the ice moisturiser is amazing for my skin as I use tretinoin.
I think my products lasted maybe 5 months!
oh good! I was just convinced to get the ICE moisturizer, and I'd been using Farmacy's (and loooooved it), but wanted to change it up. was worried I made a mistake! lol
I LOVE the ICE moisturizer too. My skin loves it.
I love it too 🫣
My mini of Luna oil improved my skin within literally three days. I was so shocked I bought the full size bottle. The mirror doesn't lie.
Good genes is one of my favorites serums. I am an esthetician who knows a lot about ingredients. good genes has great skin benefits
LINDa Hg Girl, good genes is amazing. I’m a licensed esthetician and I can’t skip good genes in my routine. I actually use it once a week and when I’m not using it I can tell.
It’s honestly whatever works for you. All of us have different needs and concerns.
How do you feel about the formaldehyde (Dmdm Hydantoin) in the ingredient list?
The Formula was changed and it was removed. It was previously on the last ingredient listed on the bottle meaning there was less than one percent. A preservative is necessary to keep some shelf life on the product.
I agree but there are better serums out there and given the companies history. I’m out. Absolutely horrible. Buy from a more reputable company.
Despite some super shady facts about this brand's practices, at the end of the day they make kick-ass formulations. I hate to say it. A+ is simply the best retinol serum I've tried. CEO Glow is stellar. Luna is so versatile and useful in my beauty kit. I am never without those three. They are just top of their class. The rest of the line is not worth the price to me but people I trust also swearby her Autocorrect eye cream. Expensive, yes. Shady, yes. But also very effective.
That's what I was wondering.. which other brands get the same results. Maybe I have to stick with some Sunday Riley until I find something comparable. Thanks.
Look around, there are better products without the irritating to your skin fragrances, at better prices.
I hate that I like their products too because I just learned about their shady past and I don’t want to support them but I just love their products so much
I love Tatcha, Glowrecipe, and COSRX but have been having horrible skin issues since May 2021. Decided to try out some Sunday Riley samples to see if it would help, and it did. Ended up buying the wake up and night regimen kits and cannot be more impressed. When I run out, I am buying the larger products. In one week, it has made my skin look amazing!
I have sensitive skin, so Tatcha’s calming line is my normal go-to. Now it will be Sunday Riley with Tatcha and some of Glowrecipe and COSRX sprinkled in from time to time. (Need to use up all the products I had purchased before Christmas.)
Just bought the A+ retinoid serum so I decided to check some videos out.. sucks that this happened but glad to hear people are seeing results! I have only used it for 3 nights so far. I don’t feel any tingling or dryness so I didn’t skip the 3rd night.. fingers crossed!!
Why wouldn't you return bad product....? 🤔🤨
You know I really appreciate that these "What no one will tell you" videos aren't just clickbait. I actually find some new info about the brand. It's not straight bashing either. I just really like that. Thx.
I've used several Sunday Riley products in the past and enjoyed all of them, but the bulky packaging and high price point stopped me from repurchasing. I had no idea about all this shady behavior though...kinda glad I've found better alternatives.
What are better alternatives i am breaking my bank buying these
@Elle.Terraine May i ask the better alternatives you found please? If they're cruelty free. Thank you
Drunk Elephant does this too. I took apart my Drunk Elephant Protini, wanting to get the last little bit out, and was blown away by the little container that was the actual amount of Protini!!
Shawneen Stephens i know i was socked when i opened up my DE baby facial !!
Full disclosure: I am an outright biased worshipper of Protini LOL! But I do believe that the measurement of product is to support operation of the airless jar mechanism. I wonder how much the airless jar packaging adds to the cost of the product? I have purchased empty airless jars on Amaz*n to decant other loved creams which are packaged in regular twist lid jars. The jars run between 7 and 11 dollars apiece on Amaz*n's ever sliding price scale. Presumably Drunk Elephant have a better supplier for those so I remain curious about how much the packaging weighs into the price?
If you feel so strongly, go the company itself and raise these issues.
ty 4 sharing now i willnot buy or try..
@@annecraig8257 I was thinking the same. The only way I know how to relate it is to food lol. Like how people make fun of how Chip bags are mostly air, but I think Chip companies have to do that so the chips don’t break and crumble. Also, if you cut open the styrofoam from Cup of Noodles, you’ll see that the noodles are only in the middle of the package and the remainder is air. They have to do that so there is room for the noodles to expand. Granted, these are just cheap food items compared to expensive skin care, but my point is that sometimes it’s not just the company trying to skimp on their products but it’s due to packaging and what works best with it.
At the end of the day the packaging says how much product there is. I personally appreciate nice packaging if only because it looks pretty in on my bathroom shelf. As for Good Genes, I suppose one could simply cut open the little plastic container to get the rest of the product out.
What I will say is that Sunday Riley did clear my skin.
Same!
Yes- I’ve seen genuine results with the Luna & Good Genes. Frankly I assume all companies are out to squeeze me for my $$,isn’t that what our entire country is built on (capitalism/profit motive) 🤷🏽♀️ But I’ve seen as much progress with Paula’s Choice. So, I will never buy Sunday Riley, there is no need. I do love getting samples in my subscription boxes though!
Ya, everyone’s skin is different and that Sunday Riley UFO serum was and is the only thing that works for my skin. I’m also happy for you that Paula’s Choice worked :)
🙌 Yaaas! The combination of Differin, Cerave, & Sunday Riley's Tidal and Good Genes. Oh! And mineral sunscreen! I stick with what works (even if her business has bad practices or she has a sketchy background - that's irrelevant to my daily routine and the results that I see with my skin).
Edited: to correct product name
Parisah Troy I lover Cera Ve cleanser
Just a question, why are (were) there still so many supporters of Sunday Riley even though the FTC fined her with unethical business practices and fake reviews? Are the products that good that customers would look the other way? I wonder how many Sunday Riley employees and interns wrote the comments for this video.
The good genes lactic acid is incredible. Changed my skin like nothing else. I dont know about the other sunday riley products much tho. Ive tried a greenish oil from sunday riley for acne but didnt do anything for me. But, god, the good genes lactic acid is something else!
Why wouldn’t you return that thing?
so she can review it
I have used their products since their launch and my skin is amazing due to them. As in people think im 20 years younger and random strangers comment on my skin amazing. Hands down my all time fave
I’d love to get your take on Drunk Elephant products
me too looks like another sunday riley to me. didnt have astounding results on my skin and is sampled and thrown at me from sephora 24/7... where did it come from.
I would love to know if they are paying influencers to review their products. I literally got cystic acne using the lactic acid product that I heard 4 or 5 influencers rave about. Using the vitamin c serum from Derma E that is sold at target showed a HUGE improvement to my skin, compared to Sunday Riley.
I use Sunday Riley CEO Vitamin C cream and I've NEVER seen a bottle look like that. And I've been using the cream for over a year already (so I've gone through a few bottles) I actually love the product. I have extremely dry skin and suffer from psoriasis, and since using it I haven't had a single break out on my face. But that's my experience with them. The CEO cream is the only product of theirs that I like. I dont care for the others
If something has expired after you bought it, you can return it back to Sephora and Ulta. This happened to me with Kate Somerville.
I’ve never heard of Sunday Riley. At least I know about it now. When she said that... “Sunday Riley is a friend you go to brunch with and she lies to your face” I was thinking about how many of my ‘friends’ were like that.
Their products are actually incredible
To be honest, I don’t think the packaging is that much of an issue as many luxury brands have this internal component to make the product feel luxury and weighted. You can read the ml value and make your own mind up. Their ICE moisturiser has changed my skin I love it so much ✨ however, the mistreating employees is a massive no ☹️
I saw your comment after I left an explanation on why it’s actually necessary with certain ingredients. The way good genes is packaged actually makes it less likely to lose potency for air exposure or temperature fluctuations… AND it feels fancier lol
I’ve been sincerely loving it since I found it
Please go into a Sephora and return that expired product 😩
I never order Sunday Riley from Sephora. This is the second time I’ve order my CEO cream and it never looked that crusty
She might have gotten paid to make it look expired and to make this video to throw shade. Never had this happen to me. Also, a smart person would get their refund lol
Go to the reviews on Sephora and filter only “verified purchase” you’d be surprised there’s about 40 verified out of 2,000 reviews 😑
I'm so happy I found your channel .I'm currently in school to get my master aesthetician license and so happy to see someone on youtube that isn't a dermatologist or a skincare "expert " .2 thumbs up for the aestheticians out there 👍👍
Woooow. Maybe Paula's choice next? Are they really that good? This is why I love my affordable brands. Please do (the ordinary style) reviews on Good Molecules, Garden of wisdom and the Inkey list!
N K Fischer paulas choice is excellent in that you get exactly what you pay for. I still personally believe they have one of the best acne systems and BHA treatments on the market, and they have a skincare line and products for essentially every concern imaginable. They’re also very “no nonsense” with regards to ingredients and fragrances. They focus far more on conclusive and scientifically backed ingredients compared to brands like Sunday Riley, Kiel’s, origins, Peter Thomas Roth, Mario badescu, etc.
Agreed. Paula is legit. It is hands down the main brand to help me clear my moderate to severe acne of 15 years. I like the "resist daily pore refining 2%bha treatment." Very similar to the famous bha treatment but more hydrating ingredients as well. Salicylic acid always made my acne worse cuz it would dry my skin too much causing it to produce more sebum but Paula's products dont do that. Amazing!
Yes, I wasn't hydrating as much as I should. But in my personal experience with Paula's choice, the formulas are already hydrating so it makes skincare for DUMMIES like me...easy.👌✌
@bishes be mad also, it's a learning process and everyone's skin is different but paula doin something right cuz she has helped many people like me get on the path to clear skin.☺
@bishes be mad also I wasn't talking to you. Lol...but thx for sharing your interpretation lol
Good Gene's has reeked havoc on my skin ..still trying to recover from the breakout...I've never had an issue before using this product...
BOP same thing happened to me 😩 I used it about 2 years ago and I’m still recovering...so I started to drink black seed oil and it has helped a lot !
One thing about good genes is if you have really sensitive skin use it for 2 mins like a face mask and remove the product from your face.
@@matt8953 I got massive bumps and the texture of my skin was so scaly...I tried the sample and it worked well...then I purchased the larger size which smelled differently..I used it anyway *my fault* and I started breaking out...which I never do...the only new face product was Good Genes....I stopped using it and am now trying to get the bumps to go away...I have a practically new bottle but will NOT give it to anyone because I dont want anyone going through the same thing....It is probably expired
It destroyed my skin too! Burned the shit out of it. Had some serious chemical burns.
OMG. I experienced the breakout when I used the Sunday Riley's High Dose Retinoid Serum 😭
This video isn't informative. I am interested in the product not in the CEO. Kiley isn't a chemist yet she has a skin care line, what's your point. Every celebrity and her mother is selling skincare and we all know they are not directly involved in product development. All skin care companies lie and skincare is over priced except The Ordinary, Good Molecules, Inkey List etc...
I really thought I was coming here to get useful information.
The video title is very clear. It doesn’t indicate it’s a product review.
pegasusjourney CEO is part of the name of their Vitamin C product
😮i didn’t know that I would definitely have to rethink of repurchasing this along with my mom. It’s good to know in depth about skin care specifically paying a lot of money and not having the actual quantity of product inside.
I'm a licensed Esthetician and I absolutely love Sunday Riley. It has completely changed my skin. The new Ice Ceramide moisturizer is amazing!!!! In regards to their makeup line failing, of course they wouldn't want to talk about it especially if they have decided to steer away from makeup. The moisturizers are not expired. Just needs to be mixed. Not uncommon for products to be less than what it looks like either. That seems unfair that you would call Sunday Riley out for this seeing how pretty much every other brand does this as well. Also, they are a cult brand and were trying to promote their sales in regards to the posting of "fake" reviews. They are little more expensive so people dont necessarily want to just try their products in case they dont like it. Not saying it was right but the ingredients are amazing. What more do you want? Maybe they haven't made the best choices professionally in regards to promotion, but that shouldn't take away from whether or not their products work. Again, mix the product CEO moisturizer. It just settled that way. You really sound like you don't know what you are talking about if this is your basis for this whole video. A shame that some people are not going to try any of their products now and are going to miss out on the extraordinary benefits.
It's so sketchy , c'mon
Can you please tell us about drunk elephant ?
What about Elemis brand?
Your honestly is exactly why I have been following you for years!!!
I know this video is from like three years ago but I had to comment. I’ve used SR since the beginning. It’s not AS expensive as others for the same type size of others and most importantly, every single thing I’ve bought from SR works amazingly well, and does not irritate my very fragile and sensitive skin! I think all the points made in this video are pretty much the same CALL OUTS that belong to every single skin care and makeup manufacturer out there today, so why single them our? Their products are good and work! I have tried things for the last five years that are completely useless or irritating and I’m so happy I went back to her products because after just a few days of use, my skin is flawless.
The ordinary lactic acid works just as good as Sunday Riley good genes. I used Sunday Riley for 2 years and then I tried the ordinary. I’ll never go back. Ps ...can you do a video why vitamin c can cause some people to break out in deep acne. I have clear skin otherwise unless I shave. Why do some of us to react to vitamin c?
I breakout from Vit C regardless of the brand ...I’ve tried sooo many from all price ranges, all just give me little pustule type bumps almost like a acne rash ....I’ve never had this issue with any other skincare ingredient. Craziness!
i am a chemist and i remember ages ago reaching out to her through linkedin to ash her about her alma matter in order to do the same or something similar, and she did not give a clear answer and furthermore just advised me to go to a ridiculous private school in london, whereas i was studying chemistry and knew all the famous degrees (at least here in france) to get there, so i totally believe when you she lied.
sorry i wrote too quickly and forgot a few words xd i just wanna insist that it was obvious that she knew nothing about chemistry (at least academically), and the products are clear as day overpriced.
thank you for this. I hated their products. They broke me out, stinged, my skin became inflammed and red after just a few days so I never even went through the whole cream :/
It’s unfortunate about the miscomings of Sunday Riley because I have had great experiences with the products.
It’s hard for me not to buy a product that works well for my acne prone skin. Maybe I just need a shitty product to change my mind. Thank you for this unbiased vid!
I believe that the airless pump packaging like you showed is a pro, not a con! While some people may be thinking they’re buying more product than they are, and many people won’t take the time to open it up and use the last bits or properly recycle the bottle, the bottle is recyclable. Compared to other airless pumps, which are multiple pieces of plastic which are hard to separate and aren’t rely large curbside, this is a huge win. And, as I’m sure you know, airless pumps are a game changer for reducing contamination, increasing shelf life, and even reducing the amount of preservatives needed in a product.
It's ludicrous one should have to go through the time-consuming process of opening a package and try and get down into the product to get it all! That's not our jobs nor is it good to push your clients to try and tear apart packaging. We spend way too much money to have to do it.
Idk, I’ve been using the Sunday Riley (big box package) for almost a month now. I can honestly say I’ve seen improvement in my skin and most of the products smell good lol 🤷♀️.
Highly fragranced products often contain irritating ingredients that will speed the aging of your skin. I recommend finding a brand without scent that has a more scientific background.
@@MilwaukeeWoman doesn;t matter what matter is do they work? and yes sunday riley works
me too i love sunday riley
I work for Sephora. We are constantly being gratis these products. Sunday Riley is the shadiest brand we carry. It’s terribly expensive and the brand rep lies to our customers whenever she comes to train. After their whole social media debacle, I’ve started not recommending their products.
I’ve bought good genes twice and it made a huge difference on my skin, I now use the ordinary lactic acid because I am broke but I miss my girl good genes lol
Yet another reason to love and respect THE ORDINARY. Great products, great prices, great packaging and never disappoints you.
Ummmm there’s a lot of dirt behind that company, and the CEO/creator of The Ordinary mysteriously committed “suicide.”
I had both the azelaic acid and moisturising factors from The Ordinary and both screwed up my skin. Will never touch their products again!
@@amber0307 Their Azelaic acid, Niacinamide and NMF saved my skin :( but yeah, I won't put my self on fire for any brand, I know it is a business in the first place, and yeah, their creator dying thing is really weird
@@amber0307 unless your skin was burned in a way that scarred you by the product, whatever reaction you had should be temporary and not "screwed up." There's probably another change you're overlooking.
@@TASconfidential The guy was troubled. I don't see anything shady, just sad.
Can you talk about Kate Somerville :) ily
Butterfly Fly Away ExfoliKate completely destroyed my skin 😭 would love a video on Kate Somerville too
@@kaitlinldavis That is what I want to try actually. You mind sharing what happened?
Ahh, I love Kate Somerville's products.
@@kaitlinldavis Lmao because you use it everyday and don't re-apply your sunscreen?
That would be 👌🏽👌🏽. I’ve been looking at their goat cream
I had a consultation with a good Harley street derm who made the world of difference to my skin. When I told her what I was using one of the products was SR one - she was very disparaging about the brand and said it was successful because if you get the right people behind you it doesn’t really matter what the product is like. SR is just good pr
I believe they have changed their packaging or hope so? I am 52 years old, and I absolutely LOVE Good Genes. I received it in a boxy charm a few months ago, and this is probably the ONLY product I would pay retail for; I noticed a difference the first time I used it. I am not familiar with any of their other products. Can you recommend another product close to Good Genes? I love watching your videos and uncovering behind the scenes of skincare and beauty companies.
I had dry skin under my eyes and all over my face for the longest time, thought it was eczema so I just kept putting on hydrocortisone cream and it wouldn’t go away for months. She put on a some of creams in these orange bottles that said CEO on them and it literally cured the dryness. I’m still amazed
My 63 year old skin has changed for the better by using Good Genes and Luna. If I could find these products with a less expensive price I'd certainly be happy to try!
I didn't realize Sunday Riley employees were faking the reviews on Sephora and I hate shady companies!! I thought it was only Drunk Elephant!
But, my skin is 99.9% clearer, fresher, younger with steady use of these two products!
I really love Sunday Riley products because they work for me. Not every product is going to work for another person but the work for me.
PLEASE do Dr. Dennis Gross skincare! Also very expensive but I want to know if it's as life changing as any reviews say it is- especially for anti-aging!
ddg is def one of the more reliable expensive brands!!
I got a sample pack of the exfoliating pads that had like 3 or 4 uses in them And it definitely helped my dark spots within those few days Ive never tried anything else tho
Yes!
I swear by Dr Gross peels !!! Worth it!!!
The alpha beta peels are amaaaaaazing.
I do not know if you’ve looked into them, but would you consider looking into perricone md. All the reviews appear to be stellar but the price... eek. Does perricone md pass class?
CrouchingTigress01 I’ve tried their foundation, the one in the dropper bottle and it’s really really good! It has an SPF20. Light weight and light to medium coverage. It’s good stuff
CrouchingTigress01 I agree! I buy the products but I feel likes it’s a placebo effect
I heard they’re overpriced and waste of so much money!
I haven’t used their skin care products, but I’ve used their vitamins/supplements, and I bought an old perricone book from eBay.
Within my first month of taking those supplements, my skin changed. People told me that my skin was glowing, and asked if I was wearing foundation.
His stuff works from the inside out.
I've used the Vitamin C serum and it was beautiful. I used up every last drop! The formulation is very stable so it doesn't go rancid quickly like most Vitamin C's. I recommend going and getting a sample so you can try it for yourself! I have normal skin with surface dehydration and occasionally get oily through my T-Zone (who doesn't) and it was very comfortable to wear during summer and the early months of winter :)
I love Sunday Riley my skin lol awesome. I love all her products
Me too. I feel offended by this video lol
It is a very bitter nasty review on something she had a bad experience with.....don’t give it any credibility when she is obviously mad about a “bad” product she didn’t return? Why?
I question the product was bad when she got it if she didn’t return it. Dishonest? Maybe she doth protest too much!!
The product is our friend. The product is our master. We must defend the product.
It's absolutely fucked up what they did regarding producing fake reviews however if you're someone that "understands cosmetic chemistry" and has "worked in the industry for so long" you should know how to read packaging and understand how much product you are purchasing regardless of how the packaging looks.
I’ve genuinely enjoyed her products though. Her stuff works so well on my skin! I just can’t keep up with the price point though 😞
I received the CEO cream in a subscription box. Didn't do a darn thing to my skin and it
is soooo expensive. I'll stick to The Ordinary and K Beauty brands that actually work!
Jan Marchand same here
Excactly!!! On same page girl!
The Ordinary really cannot be beat. I like their simple packaging. Love all their products. No BS.
Boxycharm? Me too lol
Boxycharm is giving us this cream as a choice option this month, I'm so glad I saw this video and read the comments. I'll choose something else.
I would want to hear more about expensive skincare brands. Because it's one thing to make a cheap product that doesn't really work, it's another thing entirely to make something shitty and ask 80 dollars for it. Maybe brands like Drunk Elephant or Tatcha.
@Tahnee Asaoka NO WAY. For that kind of money it better clear my skin, clean my bathroom and bake me pies. I mean for 350 bucks I can go to my aesthetician 7 times.
“*SIP* GROWZZZ” 😂 I’m dead
That moisturizer has done amazing things for my skin in just two weeks. Maybe there was a bad batch. I would try it again. I’ve never had results so fast.
You're AWESOME! I love your honesty. I'm an acne sufferer and I appreciate what you do for us. Thank you
Here I am years after this video was posted and I love this brand, I have been using it since October of last year and my skin has definitely changed for the better. It’s def pricey but I like the esthetics and it’s working so I I’m willing to pay the price.
i havent finished the video yet. and i adore that you dive in and take the time to give us so much background knowledge on brands and their products. The comment that I have is about the size of containers and the amount of product. I get that getting a huge container with 15ml of product might make you feel ripped off because it looks like you have a half full container, however you're told how much actualy product that you are getting so unless there isnt the same amount of product as what is stated that there should be... you cant really be dissaointed about that. Now is packaging makes it hard to get that product out so youre not getting to use all of it, yes 100% that is really frustrating and should be called out. If products are so pricy because its a huge glass container that is really not needed to contain our product, they need to be called out. If product containers dont protect the product so it is expired as you had found with the mask, YES, what are you doing skin care brands.
but concerning the actualy amount of product compared to the size of the container.. i dont really see why its a huge thing because you are being told that you are purchasing x amount of product. Again if we arent getting that that is a huge issue.
Loads of love! I would love to see a video like this on herbivore and caudalie!
If you can't get all the product out of the ineffective bottle design, then no, you're not getting what I advertised. Watch the video again, and you'll see what they uncovered. Not getting 10% of your already small and expensive product out is just confirms what she said about them being more money centered biz.
Sunday Riley has been great to my skin..I’m shocked to hear about all of this shady business practices..I have watched my face transformed.. I went from wearing makeup everyday to no make at all.
I started using their products after the Sephora review scandal (hehehee) but their oils are very good. I use their retinal Luna at night with Farmacy's Honeymoon Glow, Juno for dry skin days and UFO for breakouts. I don't use their lotions, face washes or vitamin C products.
Also: If anyone wants an alternative for Good Genes, try Farmacy Honeymoon Glow. When I mix it with Luna the results show up in one night! Stay well, all!
I was just about to buy 4 different Sunday Riley products but glad I came across your video, thanks girl!
First thing's first- I love you and you've inspired me to dig deeply into my skincare. However, I'm disappointed this video wasn't an actual review of the ingredients nor products. It sucks that there are clearly some ethical issues with branding, but the products genuinely work, are cruelty- and fragrance-free, and a little goes a long way. Yes, they're super expensive and packaging is misleading, but literally every other brand does the same exact thing. It also helps to shop smart through Google Shopping vs Sephora, Ulta, etc. The products are just too expensive to buy at full price. Hoping you'll revisit this one.
I think this video is super negative and adds into the toxicity of social media and the impact you can have on a social platform. Everyone's skin is different. Just because a product didn't work for you, doesn't mean it won't work for someone else and that's what needs to be understood in the beauty world in general. I deal with many clients everyday who didn't know they were allergic to an ingredient in the product but blame the product instead of thinking about what's right for their skin. I have clients who don't follow instructions, and burn their skin by mixing ingredients they shouldn't or don't wear a sunscreen. You state many points in this video that just aren't positive and aren't accurate in my opinion. You talk about the mL's and price point - that's up to the client. Sunday Riley's price point and mL in the products align with 70% of what is carried in Sephora? Brands like DE, PTR, Dr.Dennis Gross, Kate Sommerville, Murad.. the list goes on. You speak to expired product, that was your choice to not return it? Sometimes this happens from a product being on the shelf to long.. this has happened to me with both makeup and skincare - that's your choice. Over 50% of the brands in Sephora have had "Scandals," everyone deserves another chance and this doesn't effect how good products actually are. While I do think many brands create a 'show' for marketing and can lead clients in the wrong direction, many brands also don't do that. I'm passionate about the brand because I have dealt with hormonal and cystic acne my whole life and this brand was one of the only ones that changed it because they pay attention to supplier integrity and ingredient quality. Did you know Sunday created UFO for her 13 year old daughter who had cystic acne because she could tell her weekly trips to sephora with her daughter after months and months of nothing working was extremely taxing on her mental and emotional health along with her friends and their self confidence? I think now a days this beauty world is more uneducated and toxic than it ever has been. At the end of the day listen to YOUR skin and choose what's right for YOU. Not because a million other people said so - while this often leads to best sellers, it is up to you to educate yourself, go down the trial and error path and make your own decision.
I feel like in past videos, you would literally list all ingredients, go through them, explain what they do, how they work together... you would show quotes from marketing (and now I mean advertising claims, not the fake review scandal only) and take them apart. Herer you say they lie to folks with acne not you don't really get into the detail. The entire video has a strong subjective vibe and although I like the energy, at the end I was left feeling like I ought to hate this brand. I have never left your videos like that before, I always had information I could base my own decision on, and even maybe purchase a couple of products which would suit me, with knowing the background of the company as well as knowing which products are probably a miss. I know you put a lot of work into these videos, so I hope you don't take this the wrong way. I am simply leaving this here because I suppose you appriciate feedback. Good luuuck :)
I agree! At least maybe a new video series about ingredients only. (Ingredients really intrigue me) Maybe each episode could focus on different skin concerns and products meant to help those concerns, but it's focused on breaking it down by each ingredient, explaining each one, and why it would be advertised the way it is, and what else that ingredient is good for, basically! Haha
I really like Sunday riley and I already tried a few different items from them. I do agree that SR is expensive but as of now I haven't found an inexpensive alternative. I buy lots of stuff on ebay auctions and it allows me to save on things like Good Geens.
Oksana kleo Please be careful with eBay. There are so many fake products, refilled packaging and grey market products. People have been disfigured and permanently injured by fake products purchased on eBay. Grey market products can also be very dangerous!
@@sadar171 I agree. You need to be careful with what you are buying on Ebay and from whom. I personally got conned by a refilled serum recently but a seller refunded me after my complaint. Up to now 9 out of 10 skincare items I buy are legit. I can afford buying from authorized distributors but the idea of saving up to 50% makes it worth the risk. It is a personal choice, of course.
I’m going to be honest. I have spent hundreds of dollars on Sunday Riley Skincare and I don’t know if the products were wrong for my skin type or what, but I broke out horribly even after the purging period. This is the frustration I have with skincare products in general, it is completely trial and error until you find what works for you and it can be an extremely costly process!
Sunday Riley ceo controls my acne. It will clear up my skin. Love it. Will continue to use.
Good Genes gave me the worst cystic acne, and I'm not prone to that.
I absolutely love your channel! Ive been struggling with adult acne and have been watching your videos so much lately and they have helped me so much! ☺❤
Hey girly! Thanks for the info. I don’t have any Sunday Riley and now I never will so thanks for saving me that money! My morals and ethics just wont allow me to. For the question you asked, I would love to know more about Hale & Hush. I can’t seem to find ANYTHING about them other than they are a skin care line that focuses more on sensitive skin. There is an esthetician in town that works with it and I’m hesitant to buy. Much love from Melbourne, Florida ♥️
I adore good genes, if I had the money I’d keep buying it. It transformed my skin!
I just stumble on this and I might need you as my BFF! Thank you so much for this!! I got a Luna, Good Genes, and A+ in a Sephora value set and for the life of me couldn’t figure out why I ran out so quick. Poof! Enter you. Thank you for addressing things that others might be afraid to for the backlash! PS-Even I know SPF is the most important 💜🥂
Sunday Riley has never done me wrong! And my skin is the clearest it’s ever been. I understand everyone has their own opinion but this video is just giving me hater vibes 😅
Despite saying “I want to be objective”, some of your points about her are subjective to be honest. Theyre experience and opinions. But she definitely messed up the reviews scandal. Love your videos, but oof the energy I get out of this video is..
Her opinions are as you said backed up by experience, she definitely has enough knowledge from her knowledge so she's being logical
I agree. This came off extremely biased.
I mean you’re kinda coming here to listen to her experienced, professional opinion
It's better to recommend action plans for these companies to take or maybe for Sephora. rather than criticize them openly and tear them apart like this. With the expired product, it's also possible the fault was on Sephoras end. Im just ruling out the possibilities. Cancel culture just isnt the way to go these days. Agree that the fake reviews were truly scandalous. And a statement might have been better on their end. But products wise, they really do have some great ones. Juno, the auto correct eye cream and Good Genes were very good for me.
@@sarah.marco888 yeah and I think she don’t even try those products! She’s just jump on that conclusion about some bad reviews but I think it’s really depend to those who use the products and works great for them!!
I heard this news a long time ago. I still like good genes it makes a difference in my skin. But I’m looking for a inexpensive option.
You can try the lactic acid serum from the ordinary it’s not expensive at all and it might not be AS good but it may be enough for you to rethink the price point
The ordinary makes a really good Lactic Acid, really affordable and good quality also.
If you consider buying the ordinary’s lactic acid be weary it made my skin pretty dry and smoothed our texture the first day then gave me a bunch of small pimples everywhere. Definitely recommend Farmacy’s Honeymoon Glow Serum! It’s lactic acid and honey infused so it will exfoliate and smooth while nourishing and protecting your moisture barrier. Also, lactic acid is the second ingredient in their formula list so you’re not getting scammed out of the actual percentage of your actives 😉
Stephanie Ponce the only thing is good genes can be used day and night and it seems lactic acid can only be used at night. Can that product with honey be used in the am? I like the smoothing effects of good genes under my makeup.
Farmacy honey dew is pretty good
oh well if there makeup failed there skincare is great I know what works and it's Sunday Riley at least for me i have others (brands) I like too but as far as high end goes it's Sunday Riley for me hands down . I love Luna oil and good genes all I know is my skin is amazing from them. to each there own though also a little goes along way with them so you don't have to use a lot to get great results
I was in the beauty industry for over 25 years, (way back in the day, I'm old...); I was always trained to look at the science behind ingredients. That said, I never saw results with Sunday Riley, so there's that... keep it simple.
Elizabeth Detrich what products would you recommend for a skin care routine?
@@Mel-tu5mb Not so simple a reply. I'd ask: a) What are your skin care goals? b) What's your skin like? Dry, sensitive? c) Price point for skin care? d) And how complex (or simple) a routine are you willing to do? Can you commit to daily sunscreen use?
So we aren’t mad at the part that matters which is the stuff that goes on your face? I hate to say it, but if a product does amazing things for my skin I really don’t care what they are doing behind the scenes 🤷🏼♀️ I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but businesses entire goal is to turn a profit, the bigger the better. I’ll never be mad about a business making money as long as they’re providing me with stellar products/services.
Biossance, Supergoop, Raw Elements those are some ideas
I don’t know what you’re talking about
Sunday Riley has plumped my skin
Made my skin clean and Fair
No facial lines
My skin glows
I’ve used many products it pumps up my skin
You just got a bad batch
The brand is the best I tried and I tried many brands
Good Genes is awesome 😎
It I primed my skin made by skin white and clear
And it changed my skin plumped it’s up
Hmm... I order Sunday Riley all the time and never came across an expired product.
Me either
You can't get an expired product lol, especially from Sephora. All dates are checked into a computer BEFORE they even enter a store, and there is an automatic alert for expiration date at least 6 months BEFORE they expire and MUST be removed. Getting an expired product from Sephora is a 0.00001% chance
When I broke out from their vitamin c lotion. I quit using all my Sunday Riley products. And I’m super glad I did!! Wow!
And I have the BIG bottle of the good genes. So I definitely invested in the products.
I think all brand don't give enough product, and it’s normal because the ingredients that are used are expensive as it is. Plus, when you have your own business, you have to triple the cost of the product by what it cost you to make it. And another point is that if you buy things online, you have the risk of getting products that can be damaged during shipment, etc. I think maybe we should give the benefit of the doubt and focus on the products effectiveness or not.
Every time you slurp I wanna throw my earbuds across the room. LOL
Lmaooooo 🤣🤣🤣
Lmfaooooooo
I’ve experienced something with the company that seems to me like no one else noticed. I bought the Juno oil (in the UK) but the ingredients list on the product didn’t match the one on the website (official or retailer’s)! It was almost as if they flipped the ingredients and meadowfoam oil was the first one on the list! While the one that was supposed to be first one was the last! The rest were out of place too. I contacted the company but didn’t hear anything back and the official retailer I got it from also couldn’t get in touch with them so after a month or so they refunded me without any explanation form the company.
I'm also in the UK and their formulations for some products are different in Europe and in the US. For example, the good genes comes with lactic acid in the US but with glycolic acid in Europe.
I find it funny when people complains about packaging saying it’s not that much product... mam the net weight is literally mentioned on the bottle?? Like no matter the size of the packaging the net product is going to be the same? So much R&D behind how much is inside the bottle is laughable. Also idk about others but the SR products works really well on my acne prone skin compared to some other well know skin brands like DE or KS and they’re all priced around the similar range. So for me personally it has been a really good brand.
I have beng watching your video.. where have you been my whole life... I just turned 50 but people say I look in my 30's.. I'm all for good skin care.. i just went out and bought new product you sujested.. I really like ordinary.. I'm tired of paying 80$ for drunk elephants moisturizer.. so thank you 🤗🤗
Regardless, one of the few skincare brands I will splurge on. Their products just WORK. One of the few skincare brands where almost everything I’ve tried exceeds my expectations. And considering the 20-30% off sales they constantly have, I would say pricing is quite “fair”.
I'm always hesitant to click on any video with a skincare review because of shadiness and/or being trendy like that guy who gives skincare advice without credentials. But this was a thorough video! I like how you present the products and get straight to the point.
I would love to know more about Farmacy - a company that markets themselves as "green", but refuses to address the fact that their Green Clean balm contains polyethylene, which numerous people have pointed out, is terrible for waterways. Are the microplastics in this product cause for concern, or is this just an overreaction from consumers who don't have all the information?
I'd really like an answer to the microplastics question, too!
UGH the comment on how she said to just wash your face ?? I mean I’m not even liscensed or anything and I know that’s not even correct ? makes me cringe .
PS. I love your feed !!!! you are so awesome with all your knowledge and then wanting to share this with us ?!! it makes me so happy 🙂
Thank You for being amazing
& being a skin nerd like me 🙃🤪