Makeup is Shrinking. Prices Are Not.
Hi everyone! Today we’re chatting about makeup shrinkflation and whether beauty products are actually worth the price anymore! From luxury to drugstore makeup, I’ll be discussing products that genuinely shocked me when it came to product size, expensive makeup that may not feel worth the splurge and a few better value alternatives that give you more for your money. As always, these are just my own personal thoughts and experiences after properly testing and using the products over time. Carmel xx Products used/Recommended: Morphe Wakeup Artist Corrector Concealer (02 Peach) https://go.shopmy.us/p-40205336 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-29674163 (US) NYX Bare With Me Serum Concealer (Beige) https://go.shopmy.us/p-30803151 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-28114378 (US) L'oréal Paris True Match Hyaluron Tinted Balm (2.5) https://go.shopmy.us/p-56923826 (UK) https://go.shopmy.us/p-61273118 (US) Laura Mercier Tinted Blur Balm (02) https://go.shopmy.us/p-56719043 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-56719062 (US) Milani Cheek Kiss Cream Bronzer (Hey Honey) https://go.shopmy.us/p-61837419 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-61837277 (US) No 7 Pro Artist Soft Glow Cream Bronzer (Light Glow/ Medium Glow) https://go.shopmy.us/p-43694925 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-43694893 (US) Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Blush Healthy Glow Stick (Rosy Glow) https://go.shopmy.us/p-61837845 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-20018757 (US) Makeup By Mario Master Mattes Long-Wear Cream Eyeshadow (Mauve) https://go.shopmy.us/p-52845491 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-52845349 (US) Armani Eye Tint Liquid Eyeshadow https://go.shopmy.us/p-24445805 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-24445833 (US) MAC Multi Sculpt Liquid Eye Shadow https://go.shopmy.us/p-48037041(EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-48037333 (US) No 7 Pro Artist Set The Scene Loose Setting Powder https://go.shopmy.us/p-43692904 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-61837664 (US) Wet n Wild Photo Focus Loose Setting Powder (Soft Pink) https://go.shopmy.us/p-46722094 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-47069730 (US) L'oréal Paris Infallible Blur-Fection Setting Powder (Translucent Light) https://go.shopmy.us/p-52846169 Revlon Super Lustrous Glass Shine Lip Balm (Honey Shine) https://go.shopmy.us/p-58059665 (EU) https://go.shopmy.us/p-58059730 (US) Chapters ⏰ 00:00 Intro 01:14 Correctors/Concealers 04:53 Foundations 10:26 Bronzers 14:29 Blushers 17:49 Eyeshadows 19:59 Powders 22:45 Lip Products 26:10 Final Thoughts! This video is NOT sponsored, but the video description contains affiliate links. I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through these links, at no added cost to yourself. Your support is truly appreciated ☺️ Please be assured that every product recommendation is absolutely genuine and bought with my own money - unless specifically marked as GIFTED. Enquiries: carmelnicolebeauty@gmail.com DISCOUNT CODES: BK BEAUTY Brushes 10% Discount Code: CARMEL10 https://go.shopmy.us/p-13182696 ZIIP Halo 10% Discount Code: CARMEL https://go.shopmy.us/p-28807619 Colourpop 10% Discount code: CARMELNICOLEBEAUTY10 QURE LED Light Therapy Mask 10% discount link https://www.qureskincare.com/CARMEL75417 CALECIM 15% Discount Code: CARMEL https://go.shopmy.us/p-23725894 U Beauty 20% Discount Code: CARMELNICOLEBEAUTY20 Banish Skincare Discount: https://www.banish.com/CARMEL (Code Carmel) Dreame AirStyle Pro US 10% Discount Code: CARMEL https://dreamebeauty.sjv.io/OeNdXn My Skin Information: 🙋♀️ Age 43 with dry skin. Light/medium olive skin with neutral undertones. Hyperpigmentation, rosacea & broken capillaries. My foundation preferences: 😊 Light to medium coverage, luminous, glowy or soft satin finish. My Foundation Shades: Nars Light Reflecting Foundation: Shade Patagonia ELF Soft Glam Satin Foundation: Shade 25 Maybelline Lumi Matte Foundation: Shade 128 Fenty Soft’lit Naturally Luminous Foundation: Shade 225 Haus Labs Triclone Skin Tech Foundation: Shade 210 Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Foundation: Shade 5N L’Oreal True Match Foundation: Shade 3N Armani Luminous Silk: Shade 5.3 Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Skin Foundation: Shade B30 Makeup Forever HD Skin Hydra Glow Foundation: Shade 1N14

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