Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Hi everyone, in today’s video I’m sharing some makeup alternatives! Whether you're looking for products that perform better, last longer, or are better value for money, i'm hoping these suggestions will help. I’ll be comparing some popular makeup picks with either affordable or underrated swaps that could work even better for your routine.
Would you like 'Buy This, Not That' to become a series? Let me know!
Thanks for watching 💕
Love Carmel xx
Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Concealer (M1)
go.shopmy.us/p-16671735 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-7983456 (US)
Natasha Denona Hy-Glam Concealer (N3)
go.shopmy.us/p-4871959 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-4871956 (US)
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation (060)
go.shopmy.us/p-16672394
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream (360)
go.shopmy.us/p-16660277 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-16660240 (US)
Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Sun Kissed Glow Bronzer (2 Medium)
go.shopmy.us/p-16672514 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-7561355 (US)
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush (Hope)
go.shopmy.us/p-16672655 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-16672734 (US)
Saie Super Suede Radiant Blush Powder (Mia)
go.shopmy.us/p-14865618 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-15345790 (US)
Armani Eye Tint Liquid Eyeshadow (11S Shimmer & 22M Matte)
go.shopmy.us/p-16673199 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-9477218 (US)
Lisa Eldridge Liquid Lurex Eyeshadow (Anjelica)
go.shopmy.us/p-10101398
Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-eyes Volume Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-9967674 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-7422384 (US)
YSL Beauty Lash Clash Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-16674252 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-7118631 (US)
Dior Addict Lip Maximizer Plumping Gloss (001)
go.shopmy.us/p-16660329 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-16660318 (US)
L'Oréal Plump Ambition Hyaluron Lip Oil (Worth It)
go.shopmy.us/p-15484656 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-15484534 (US)
Chapters ⏰
00:00 Intro
01:05 Concealer
06:00 Foundation
11:16 Bronzer
15:07 Blush
18:34 Eyeshadow
22:17 Mascara
25:59 Lips
28:34 Final Thoughts
*BK Beauty Brushes 10% Discount Code: CARMEL10*
go.shopmy.us/p-13182696
*Qure LED Light Therapy Mask 10% discount link*
qureskincare.com/CARMEL75417
*This video is NOT sponsored, but the video description may contain 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.*
My Skin Information: 🙋♀️
Age 42 with dry skin. Light/medium olive skin with muted warm undertones. Hyperpigmentation, mild rosacea & broken capillaries.
My foundation preferences: 😊
Light to medium coverage, has to be buildable. I prefer a luminous, glowy or soft satin finish.
*Watch My March Favourites!*
youtu.be/GrFxRAXVi5c
*These Makeup Habits Could Be Holding You Back*
youtu.be/eZM2kuDigY8
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
* Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation: Shade 7.5
* Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Skin Foundation: Shade B30
* Makeup Forever HD Skin Hydra Glow Foundation: Shade 1N14
*Enquiries: carmelnicolebeauty@gmail.com*
Hi everyone, in today’s video I’m sharing some makeup alternatives! Whether you're looking for products that perform better, last longer, or are better value for money, i'm hoping these suggestions will help. I’ll be comparing some popular makeup picks with either affordable or underrated swaps that could work even better for your routine.
Would you like 'Buy This, Not That' to become a series? Let me know!
Thanks for watching 💕
Love Carmel xx
Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Concealer (M1)
go.shopmy.us/p-16671735 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-7983456 (US)
Natasha Denona Hy-Glam Concealer (N3)
go.shopmy.us/p-4871959 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-4871956 (US)
Il Makiage Woke Up Like This Foundation (060)
go.shopmy.us/p-16672394
Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream (360)
go.shopmy.us/p-16660277 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-16660240 (US)
Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Sun Kissed Glow Bronzer (2 Medium)
go.shopmy.us/p-16672514 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-7561355 (US)
Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Luminous Powder Blush (Hope)
go.shopmy.us/p-16672655 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-16672734 (US)
Saie Super Suede Radiant Blush Powder (Mia)
go.shopmy.us/p-14865618 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-15345790 (US)
Armani Eye Tint Liquid Eyeshadow (11S Shimmer & 22M Matte)
go.shopmy.us/p-16673199 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-9477218 (US)
Lisa Eldridge Liquid Lurex Eyeshadow (Anjelica)
go.shopmy.us/p-10101398
Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-eyes Volume Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-9967674 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-7422384 (US)
YSL Beauty Lash Clash Mascara
go.shopmy.us/p-16674252 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-7118631 (US)
Dior Addict Lip Maximizer Plumping Gloss (001)
go.shopmy.us/p-16660329 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-16660318 (US)
L'Oréal Plump Ambition Hyaluron Lip Oil (Worth It)
go.shopmy.us/p-15484656 (UK)
go.shopmy.us/p-15484534 (US)
Chapters ⏰
00:00 Intro
01:05 Concealer
06:00 Foundation
11:16 Bronzer
15:07 Blush
18:34 Eyeshadow
22:17 Mascara
25:59 Lips
28:34 Final Thoughts
*BK Beauty Brushes 10% Discount Code: CARMEL10*
go.shopmy.us/p-13182696
*Qure LED Light Therapy Mask 10% discount link*
qureskincare.com/CARMEL75417
*This video is NOT sponsored, but the video description may contain 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.*
My Skin Information: 🙋♀️
Age 42 with dry skin. Light/medium olive skin with muted warm undertones. Hyperpigmentation, mild rosacea & broken capillaries.
My foundation preferences: 😊
Light to medium coverage, has to be buildable. I prefer a luminous, glowy or soft satin finish.
*Watch My March Favourites!*
youtu.be/GrFxRAXVi5c
*These Makeup Habits Could Be Holding You Back*
youtu.be/eZM2kuDigY8
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
* Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation: Shade 7.5
* Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Skin Foundation: Shade B30
* Makeup Forever HD Skin Hydra Glow Foundation: Shade 1N14
*Enquiries: carmelnicolebeauty@gmail.com*
