Best & Worst Drugstore Makeup from Essence // viral and underrated products!

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  • Опубліковано 26 вер 2024

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  • @itsjessicabraun
    @itsjessicabraun  Рік тому +60

    What brand should I do next???

  • @laurasharp7461
    @laurasharp7461 Рік тому +91

    For oily skinned folks- the All about Matte white powder is the most mattifying powder I have ever found. I only use it in my T-zone (never under the eye) and only in the warmer months. If you use it when you're not as oily it can look very powdery and crepe but for those times when you need it nothing works better.

    • @Soniel1988
      @Soniel1988 Рік тому +1

      I'm very oily and the essence brighten up is perfect! But you have to use it lightly, no 2 layer or you look dry like the desert

    • @magiciansarcana
      @magiciansarcana 5 місяців тому

      I'm oily asf and I love the all about matte powder sm, it's sooo nice idk

    • @misskiwi5460
      @misskiwi5460 5 місяців тому

      Do you have a favorite setting spray to go along with the powder?

  • @ambermullins6158
    @ambermullins6158 Рік тому +55

    Milani or Elf next!! 💜
    I so appreciate you putting in all these links to everything, makes it so easy to shop!! 😊 And I love that you get to make a small commission too! 😘

  • @walkofnails2923
    @walkofnails2923 Рік тому +47

    I have one disagreement and only because I use this in a very specific way. The All About Matte powder is absolutely kinda white, but it is fantastic at lightening any makeup that is too deep on my fair skin tone. If my blush or bronzer is too much, I take a sheer powder brush and lightly dust it over anything I don’t like on my face. Since I’m adding it over a color, it doesn’t look too white or chalky on me. I can also use it on my oily t-zone later in the day as a touch up. It holds up under setting spray too if I want to spritz later in the day.

  • @maryfalckslus
    @maryfalckslus Рік тому +27

    nothing is more fun than trying new essence products… they are so cheap and so good!!

  • @kate7621
    @kate7621 Рік тому +84

    Nice to see an actual contour color. So many times bronzer is shown as contour. Bronzer isnt contour. Way to go Essence

  • @daisymae3717
    @daisymae3717 Рік тому +27

    Back in 2016 I walked into ulta looking for a highlighter, not sure if I would even like highlighter at all. I asked an employee and she suggested the essence highlighter and described it as a matte highlighter. She was right and it was perfect to start out with. Essence is hit or miss and it makes me hesitant to try things, the super low price helps though.

  • @queenbunnyfoofoo6112
    @queenbunnyfoofoo6112 Рік тому +17

    I wish Essence would bring back their mosaic bronzer. I used that as eyeshadow, and the colors in it were perfect for a natural eyelook. You're right about their tube lipsticks....they are fabulous, and so reasonable!

  • @MickeyAmber0350
    @MickeyAmber0350 Рік тому +10

    The brow gel is amazing, the dark brown is a perfect cool tone for me. And the pure nude highlighter is my favorite eye shadow base! It’s creamy and not glittery, perfect on its own or with shadow on top!

  • @joancraig-wood6136
    @joancraig-wood6136 Рік тому +33

    Thank you for helping us meander through the different drugstore brands. I also love the pure nude highlighter. It’s a must have for us mature ladies who still enjoy a little sheen, without being too much.

  • @triciag7040
    @triciag7040 Рік тому +10

    I always LOL when Jess says she "goes ham". Is that a Midwest thing? I say "go to town"...😅

    • @sarahpetrie6219
      @sarahpetrie6219 Рік тому +1

      I don’t know if it’s a Midwestern thing, but it stands for hard as a mother trucker (or the less polite version that I’ll let you figure out 🤣).

  • @maryjean9236
    @maryjean9236 Рік тому +10

    You look so pretty in the peach top and makeup. Thank you so much for the brand review ❤

  • @excedrinworldwide
    @excedrinworldwide Рік тому +10

    The Essence blush in Befitting is such a close shade match to Lilium by Stila too!

  • @notimportant123
    @notimportant123 Рік тому +13

    Pure Nude Highlighter is the only highlighter that passes the phone flashlight glitter test, at any price range. And it has such a sheer base that it works on my medium/tan skin. BTW the Sunlighter (deeper) version is not as good; it's thicker. Love both powder blush formulas too!

  • @RachelJayne92
    @RachelJayne92 Рік тому +6

    I love their rose-pinky-glittery nail polish! It’s super inexpensive, lasts really well, and is very flattering with my fair, cool skintone. I have used many, many bottles, and will continue to repurchase it until it is one day discontinued. 💅🏻

  • @karlidomingo
    @karlidomingo Рік тому +5

    Elf! And thanks for the reminder to like and comment and use your links- I think I can speak for all of us, we love watching you and would LOVE to support you and your family (especially since it’s free for us and takes zero effort), but oftentimes we forget. ❤

  • @lizsant7153
    @lizsant7153 Рік тому +5

    The peachy colour looks amazing on you!

  • @kariewatson5779
    @kariewatson5779 Рік тому +8

    I'd love see a wet n wild video. They have some really good inexpensive products!

    • @dawna4185
      @dawna4185 Рік тому +3

      especially their lipsticks which are all under 2$ !!!

  • @erintrolley3074
    @erintrolley3074 Рік тому +3

    I’m obsessed w the essence lip liners they are sooooo good

  • @robinnieto2703
    @robinnieto2703 Рік тому +3

    “And for that reason, I’m out!” 😂Jessica does Shark Tank!
    Love this kind of video! Would love to see Honest Beauty, Milani and Elf

  • @elisa-beary
    @elisa-beary Рік тому +2

    I use the nude of the extreme lasting eye pencil everyday,‘I’m obsessed. It’s beautiful, lasts way longer than the other high end ones I use && it’s like $4 goes on sale for $2 at Ulta. My DREAMMMM is they add tons of colors in that range!!🙏🏼🤞🏾

  • @CindyFavorites
    @CindyFavorites Рік тому +5

    I'd love to see Wet N Wild and Hard Candy. I'm liking both of those right now, and I am interested in your take on them. Thanks!

  • @GordonLouis-w9f
    @GordonLouis-w9f Рік тому +8

    Hey Jessica! Love this presentation; there are so many new Essence products out I don't know where to begin. Thank you for this video. PS: If you need a blank-it-out, tone-it-down powder to apply over mistakes, the Essence Contouring Duo powder in Lighter has a nice pale, matte vanilla shade that works really well. I use the brown contour shade in this kit all the time, but I also keep it handy in my purse for touchups with that vanilla shade. Thanks again!

  • @elisa-beary
    @elisa-beary Рік тому +2

    I choose the pure nude over every single one of my high end or other highlights. I could truly donate the rest but I have a tendency to hoard makeup though I’ve gotten so much better && condensed a TON, giving people a bunch of stuff that made the as excited as it did me at one time. 🥰

  • @Dopey22AMJ
    @Dopey22AMJ Рік тому +3

    Because of you and Taylor I have been dying to try the Pure Nude highlighter, I finally just need to take the plunge!

  • @kathleenp3135
    @kathleenp3135 Рік тому +4

    Thanks for letting us know which of the blushes had the sparkle. Also, that lip is a stunning dupe for the CT. ❤

  • @womanofacertainage5892
    @womanofacertainage5892 Рік тому +1

    I also love that eyeliner in "But First, Espresso." They have another color that is gorgeous, too -- it's black with very subtle sparkles in it!

  • @kimsmith432
    @kimsmith432 Рік тому +2

    Totally agree about the Panda Eyes mascara. I love my waterproof Lash Princess but I wound up throwing away the Panda mascara.

  • @aliciai.9150
    @aliciai.9150 Рік тому +3

    I have 2 shades of the lipstick. Be Legendary and Be Bold. I promise I reach for these 2 over my Mac lipsticks most of the time. Love them

  • @debleigh1249
    @debleigh1249 Рік тому +2

    Love this type of video! I would love to see Maybelline!

  • @pdales2257
    @pdales2257 Рік тому

    Just wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your reviews. You give full details but you get right to the point. I wish all reviewers were like you.

  • @rachelkramer156
    @rachelkramer156 Рік тому +6

    I was waiting for the Pure Nude highlighter!!!! I was worried you were going to put it in the bad category!!!! It’s so soft and gentle

  • @Susan-Thomas
    @Susan-Thomas Рік тому

    Essence is a find! It ranks right up there with high end products in many ways at such a low cost. I tried the 6 pan palettes and fell in love! Bought them all! They are my go to colors. Same with the blushes. Gorgeous! My cousin just turned 16 and I have been her “makeup fairy godmother”. We watched this video first and then went into Ulta and for around $100, I was able to get her everything a girl could desire from the Essence collection. She looked elegant! They were going to Disney on a family vacation and we worked with the Essence makeup to get her application under 10 minutes. She did it! 7 min 55 seconds using ALL Essence products. I do believe it’s an unsung hero. Please keep us posted on any new releases in this line. 💗💗

  • @jenniferalliee22
    @jenniferalliee22 Рік тому +2

    In my humble opinion, the essence lash princess mascara is my holy grail! I do suggest the waterproof one because the normal one is not budge proof. The lash princess eyeliner is actually good for the price. Yes it has a cheap applicator but for me, I'm able to line my eyes pretty well. You have to apply it twice for full opacity but it works and doesn't transfer or smudge or me! I like the pure nude highlighter, it's give a glow from within look. I like it for simple everyday wear but do prefer a more blinding highlighter like the wet n wild ones!😊 I really want to try the blushes but I haven't seen them in Toronto stores yet🥺 I love watching your videos Jess! ❤

  • @Angie_suv
    @Angie_suv Рік тому +2

    I’ve bought the blush (the one that isn’t baked) per your and Taylor Wynns recommendation and I love it so much!!
    So inexpensive but it’s so good and it lasts great on my oily skin! Never looking back ❤

  • @karinpienaar7315
    @karinpienaar7315 Рік тому +3

    I absolutely love essence! Some of their products are just so good!

  • @tarafeightner342
    @tarafeightner342 Рік тому +1

    I actually purchased a few Essence products a while back because of your recommendations. I am so excited for this video! I use a lot of the products that you talked about. 😊

  • @katyclark5705
    @katyclark5705 Рік тому +1

    Love love love these videos!!

  • @makeupbettyboop
    @makeupbettyboop Рік тому +2

    I love the roll up liner and they’re liquid felt liners are great too. You should try those.

  • @Pperkins83
    @Pperkins83 Рік тому +2

    Love my pure nude blush. Now I want the purple one too 😍

  • @isaflores5077
    @isaflores5077 Рік тому +3

    I’m really glad that you mentioned the blushes cause I’ve been wanting to try them (I broke my shimmery pink blush from wet n wild that was limited edition) so I need something similar. I’ve also been on the hunt for a black eyeliner that doesn’t transfer from my waterline to the bottom. I saw the essence one and put it in my Amazon wishlist so now I’m definitely gonna buy it!

    • @laur83
      @laur83 Рік тому +3

      essence makes amazing blushes. i haven’t tried a bad one!

    • @isaflores5077
      @isaflores5077 Рік тому +1

      @@laur83 I’ve only tried their stain touch blushes but I love the one I have. I wish they still sold them so I could get the other color :(

    • @laur83
      @laur83 Рік тому +1

      @@isaflores5077 i really wanted to try the satin touch ones too! but they love to discontinue products 🫠 i’ve learned to get backups of my absolute favourite products.

  • @melissabee4152
    @melissabee4152 Рік тому +1

    I love Essence’s Bye Bye Panda Eye mascara with the Covergirl lash primer. Add those little gems to your next drugstore first impressions video! 😝❤

  • @valerienorth8228
    @valerienorth8228 Рік тому +3

    I always thumbs up your videos before I even watch them 😂

  • @frugalwitch
    @frugalwitch Рік тому +1

    Yes! Thank you so very much for bringing back Best and Worst! Could you please do Milani and Rimmel?

  • @maisiemoore3052
    @maisiemoore3052 Рік тому +1

    Essence is my favourite brand right now! I also love their soft and precise lip liners, I always have a couple on hand as I find they work really well with the lipsticks in my collection

  • @sharyncats960
    @sharyncats960 Рік тому +1

    I'd love to see Catrice! I just picked up your favorite concealer on prime day!

  • @cherylthompson2368
    @cherylthompson2368 Рік тому +2

    I meant to tell you awhile ago about the Essence eyeliner pencil! It lasts on me so much better than the Sephora liner. Although that one is good too! I tightline with the Essence one and it stays put!

  • @lindsaymarie1984
    @lindsaymarie1984 Рік тому +2

    I love essence & buy there products all the time ❤ There is a few items I ain't been keen on but for the price I'm not complaining. Thanks Jess for sharing your love/hate products x

  • @rachelkramer156
    @rachelkramer156 Рік тому

    THE BLUSHES ARE SO GOOD. (The ones literally called The Blush-especially Befitting!!) YESSS

  • @SRuss8417
    @SRuss8417 Рік тому +3

    I have the This Is Nude Lipstick in “Legendary”. It is the most beautiful, perfect, not-too-pink, not-too-brown nude. It goes with any liner and any look. Probably the most phenomenal lipstick I own.

  • @patriciamcdermott9589
    @patriciamcdermott9589 Рік тому +2

    Thanks Jessica! I ordered ! I always respect your reviews and I frankly never noticed this brand. The prices are certainly great. Can’t wait to try them, thanks!

  • @mistichristensen7088
    @mistichristensen7088 Рік тому +1

    I have been loving Essence products lately. I own 7 out of the 8 new baked blushes. Gorgeous! I loved your top 3 picks. I totally agree with you. 💛🌻

  • @mariahundley5760
    @mariahundley5760 Рік тому +5

    I feel like I’m the only person who does not like the essence mascaras 🙃 I have only tried one (I think it was the green one, can’t remember) but I hated it so much it made me not want to try any others 😂 guess I might have to try a different one!

    • @mels7360
      @mels7360 11 місяців тому +1

      I'm with you! I've tried 3 and don't like any of them. I can't understand the hype.

  • @oliviabanks8710
    @oliviabanks8710 Рік тому +1

    I’ve been waiting for this video forever!! I’ll always been an essence cosmetics lover

  • @liashah5040
    @liashah5040 10 місяців тому

    Jess, the peach color you're wearing looks amazing on you! Just had to say that 😊

  • @feliciamatera9716
    @feliciamatera9716 Рік тому +6

    Essence was the first brand that i was using when I started wearing makeup and I still love and continue to use some of their products like mascara, blush, eye pencil and lip pencil 💚

  • @jillvirchis1075
    @jillvirchis1075 Рік тому +1

    I love the eye liner too!! U should try the grey color!! I think it would look good with your eyes! I have green-hazel eyes and every time I wear it I get compliments on my eyes!! I love the brown as well!!

  • @Rytoft
    @Rytoft Рік тому +3

    I love it ❤️❤️❤️ perfect timing ☺️

  • @amysenffner4975
    @amysenffner4975 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for all your information, you put it so elegantly. Thank you

  • @sidneyshipp3632
    @sidneyshipp3632 3 місяці тому

    Currently wearing bye bye panda eyes and it’s definitely not the BEST I’ve ever tried, but as someone who loves cheap mascaras, I love it. Very valid points though, you can tell the price by the quality for sure.

  • @rladyleo3
    @rladyleo3 Рік тому +1

    1000% Agree about that fat eyeliner, absolute worst! And I was so excited about it. No color, watery, ick!

  • @audreysanders2669
    @audreysanders2669 Рік тому +1

    Pure nude highlighter is the only highlighter I own! It's subtle and gorgeous!

  • @dawnsuntken1080
    @dawnsuntken1080 Рік тому +2

    Note ..essence face and lip products are 30% off at ulta right now

  • @brigitte2073
    @brigitte2073 Рік тому +1

    Essence here in Germany has the lash Like a Boss Mascara and this ist very good as well and lasts all days long.
    Lots of Love from
    Brigitte❤

  • @hollsjean
    @hollsjean Рік тому +1

    Do a video of Believe Beauty…it’s the Dollar General brand, and it’s amazing!!

  • @billytalent2308ify
    @billytalent2308ify 4 місяці тому

    I use the banana powder to clean up under my cheeks where I applied my bronzer/contour. Really good for that

  • @kristenreehil3196
    @kristenreehil3196 Рік тому +1

    My favorite Essence products are:
    - Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara
    - Pure Nude Highlighter
    - Nothing Compares To Nude Eyeshadow Palette
    - Coral Me Maybe Eyeshadow Palette
    - Essence Keep Me Covered Long Lasting Foundation -> wore a long time, did keep it on a good amount of time but only con the shade was too yellowish on me until I bought the LA Girl Pro Pigment Mixing Foundation in Blue and that helped neutralized it.

  • @rachelkramer156
    @rachelkramer156 Рік тому +3

    I have Brighten Up Banana powder and it’s one of my “meh” products too. However it’s nice with a wispy brush to clean up the jawline (like if your bronzer went down too much)

  • @janebilleter5299
    @janebilleter5299 Рік тому

    Hi Jessica....I have been having the hardest time finding a mascara that won't flake/smudge on me....Even the Tarte tubing has started flaking on me. I have been watching you for years and have always heard you talk about the Volume Stylist mascara and finally tried it yesterday for the first time. Oh my goodness!!!!!!! It went on like a dream and after 13 hours of wear, no smudging or flaking.....Thank you so much...I found my new mascara 🙂

  • @raeana_mari
    @raeana_mari Рік тому +4

    I’ve really only tried the Pure Nude Highlighter and the Make Me Brow, but this video has me wanting to try a few more, finally! Will definitely be purchasing essence on my next trip to Ulta!
    P.S. we have the same text tone and every time I think it’s me getting a text 😅

  • @hettiegrubbs
    @hettiegrubbs Рік тому +1

    Love 💕 this series. Would love Nyx, Revolution, Covergirl also.

  • @jennifermorin3229
    @jennifermorin3229 Рік тому +2

    L’Oréal. A timeless products video would be a cool idea. Right there with you with the Panda Eyes…did not like at all.

  • @simoneclarke5104
    @simoneclarke5104 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much💕!! Could you please do any drugstore brand that is also available in Canada (eg: L’Oréal, Covergirl, Revlon, Maybelline etc). We do not have Colorpop or Joah here.

  • @ElizabethMartinez-od8lp
    @ElizabethMartinez-od8lp Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this video. It was very informative. I subscribe to your channel. I love the essence 16 h cover & last powder. I live in Texas, and it is the best drugstore powder foundation I have tried that does incredible in the Texas summer heat.

  • @adrieroo
    @adrieroo Рік тому +1

    The Green with Envy (I think that's what it's called) eyeshadow palette is one of my faves!

  • @heatherw3590
    @heatherw3590 Рік тому

    LOVE LOVE the pure nude blush. I have the shimmery rose. Can't stop wearing it!

  • @djbeautyblenda
    @djbeautyblenda Рік тому

    You were SO right about this bronzer! Would not have given a second thought to this if it weren't for this video! Thank you for all your amazing videos! LOVE your style and countless recommendations have been winners for me! Blessings and take care 😊

  • @theresadrumm9418
    @theresadrumm9418 Рік тому +1

    I will definitely be trying out some Essence products now. I’ve never looked at them before, thanks for the advice on some of these products.

  • @nadiajuarez4763
    @nadiajuarez4763 Рік тому +1

    I WISH they made “the highlighter” shade but in the “pure nude” formula. I love the shade and the pure nude is just a tad too deep for me

  • @thecozyfambam
    @thecozyfambam Рік тому

    You are my comfort UA-camr, and I've been watching all your old videos too. I'm not one to comment usually but I'm always down to help you out!

  • @lauracarrier9067
    @lauracarrier9067 Рік тому

    These reviews are SO helpful! I love your perspective and highly detailed feedback about each product. Thank you!

  • @Alexandria_S1222
    @Alexandria_S1222 Рік тому

    Here to vouch for both the letter of the day song as well as the number of the day song! Bops for sure!

  • @jessicacrabtree253
    @jessicacrabtree253 Рік тому +1

    I say you throw it back and do like Covergirl or Maybelline, Revlon even?
    I too have a 5 year old little girl, so we will definitely have to check out the new Sesame Street. And I will keep an ear out for the song 😊

  • @ediedodson6902
    @ediedodson6902 Рік тому +1

    I absolutely love Essence, I have a drawer full. They are super quality and very affordable. Love Catrice Cosmetics also. ❤

  • @jelenat6430
    @jelenat6430 Рік тому

    That lipstic is the best! I love it!

  • @laurel7704
    @laurel7704 Рік тому +2

    Would love to see a wetnwild brand video.

  • @jcs137
    @jcs137 Рік тому +1

    I used to love that Essence mascara. By the end of the day, it’s disappeared. It goes on beautifully, but it doesn’t stay on my eyes.

  • @Urban-Mooose_Mom
    @Urban-Mooose_Mom Рік тому +1

    I wish essence would do a black brown mascara!!!!

  • @RachelJayne92
    @RachelJayne92 Рік тому +2

    Nyx would be great - anything I’ve tried has been good, but because of their price, I haven’t tried them for a long time.

  • @Susan-Thomas
    @Susan-Thomas Рік тому

    Oh my word! Those palettes are the greatest! I have them all and just bought them for my niece who is 16. The bronze and green ones are my absolute favorite! I took my niece to Ulta and got her a complete set of makeup to use daily. It was ALL Essence! We just practiced doing 10 minute makeup with her for an upcoming Disney trip!!! She got it down to 7 min 55 seconds!

  • @annrupp7874
    @annrupp7874 Рік тому +1

    I agree that the Essence products are a great buy. I am liking the eye pencils, the highlighters and blush, the mascara. I really did NOT like the Nude lipstick colors at all.

  • @lisalachance9854
    @lisalachance9854 Рік тому +4

    Essence charming lipstick is a dupe for MAC Faux, and Essence Special lipstick is a dupe for MAC Honeylove…

  • @laurafayelewis
    @laurafayelewis Рік тому

    Peach/coral looks amazing on you !!

  • @laurieclarkson9180
    @laurieclarkson9180 Рік тому +1

    I need to hear this Seasame Street Song. Make it happen. LMAO...and I wish I could see the rest of that pretty blouse. I'm probably the only person that hasn't tried the Pure Nude Highlighter. Been wanting it! Great video! Love Essence!

  • @braebookster
    @braebookster Рік тому +1

    I have the essence lash princess waterproof eyeliner and I love it! BUT I just do a quick line above my lashes and that's it. Just to make them look a little fuller. It does not layer well at all but it does stay put until you take it off. But again, I do a thin line and that's it.❤

  • @DUIrina
    @DUIrina Рік тому

    Those Essence princess mascaras are the best thing I've ever tried, and I've tried mid and luxury as well. They're all 4 perfect. I wore the waterproof one (which I've had for like 2 years) to my grandmother's funeral and wake in the hot LA sun, and there was no transfer despite the tears and sweat. Highly recommend!

  • @symmetricalastic
    @symmetricalastic Рік тому

    You should definitely do Milani next Jessica

  • @vivalamew
    @vivalamew Рік тому +1

    thank you sooo much for this! at least Catrice is accessible for most of us

  • @jodeemarshall9864
    @jodeemarshall9864 Рік тому

    snagging a couple of the blushes & the bronzer stick

  • @lynnseydoane6504
    @lynnseydoane6504 Рік тому +2

    I have always been sad that the Lash Princess (green) smudges on me and I don't wear waterproof mascara. There are plenty of other mascaras that don't smudge and aren't waterproof. I love the lip liner and lipstick combo. Will have to pick it up!