Can We Move On Now Please! 🙄🥱 Things The Skincare World Needs To Get Over

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01:13 Fragrance In Skincare
07:19 Problematic Brands
11:25 Conflicting Information From Online Experts
14:03 Only Dermatologists Should Launch Skincare Lines
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@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

This was the first video I filmed after 2 weeks of being sick so please do excuse me if I’m a little too grumpy and rude lol. I hope I’ve still made some valid points 🥲💜

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

Grumpy, sure. Rude? No. You're British so polite grumpiness feels very appropriate.😆

@natsl3049 2 жыл бұрын

You're just yourself. Bloody genuine. I'm so irritated by those nonsense too.

@cydvicious88 2 жыл бұрын

You're being blunt. I didn't take this as being rude whatsoever. This video is for EDUCATIONAL and entertainment purposes. You're not just throwing things out there willy-nilly, you actually do your research and know what you're talking about. You definitely made a lot of valid points and I hope you're feeling better ❤️

@65NART 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best James and thank you. The debate of the fragrance aspects of skincare does my head in. If you like it, fine and equally, if you don’t, don’t but don’t tell me I shouldn’t. You do you and I’ll do me. By you I don’t mean you James, but you in general. Also other influencers who do the same type of video content as you do and then make it seem as though they thought of it. Come on, be original and do your own thing. I would follow your content any day because you are the most uncomplicated influencers out there. It’s never a drama or an attempt to bring a company down, just your opinion, which I value.

@denaemichele 2 жыл бұрын

I am also grumpy and sick today so very on board with this whole thing. Lol. Especially about purchasing from problematic brands. I struggle with this all the time trying to align my spending with my morals. I think we all just have to keep trying to do the best we can with the information and resources that we have. ❤️

@handsanitizer5127 2 жыл бұрын

People get more upset over a fragrance in a product rather than problematic CEOs or influencers pushing products with fake reviews. THAT is worse, imo.

@fifilamour1344 2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps because they care about the quality of the skin care product (including potential allergens) & not the politics of the CEO? 🤔

@nataliekillian5760 2 жыл бұрын

@@fifilamour1344 Racism and homophobia are not politics Fifi. That stuff kills people.

@pankreas2195 2 жыл бұрын

LOUDER

@lucianas661 2 жыл бұрын

@@fifilamour1344 me when i’m dense:

@sunscreenhoarder6558 2 жыл бұрын

It also drives me up the bloody wall when somebody won't stop talking about "saving the animals" and only buying vegan, cruelty free products but suddenly asking them to maybe not fund literal neo-nazis is "too far" and "unreasonable". You've got all the time in the world to yammer on about vegan alternatives for this, that and the other that you "extensively research", but finding replacements for the moisturiser that could be funding hate groups is too much?

@its_destruggle2226 2 жыл бұрын

As much as I like Hyram, I do feel like he is part of the reason people are so scared of fragrance. I actually fell for that hook line and sinker, until I did my own research and realized I didn’t get any side effects from fragrance

@rba4377 2 жыл бұрын

im am grateful for having options and I think we need to walk the walk and let people put what works for them/what they are comfortable with on their bodies. In the past I was disappointed at skinfluencers kinda shaming skincare routines that included natural/organic products. Some people care about skincare impact on the environment, some preganant women dont feel comfortable putting some chemicals on their bodies due to the long history of innocent till proven guilt regarding harsh chemicals or the fact that recalled products/medications etc were once approved by the same governing bodies they were approved by. Let people have the options of doing what works for them and what makes them comfortable!!!

@mambowumbo 2 жыл бұрын

me too! until i realized that all fragranced free products mostly at higher cost and affordable skincares with fragranced actually do the same thing just like the non-fragranced ones to my skin. some people get irritated by the smell, the others feel happy and relaxed with the smell, doesn't mean it's entirely dangerous or serve no purpose.

@jessislistless 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree. Fragrance has no negative impact on my skin and when it is in my night routine products, I actually enjoy and look forward to the faint fragrance of my face cream and face oils

@mervisa89 2 жыл бұрын

Fragance affects only a few people, like me, but other than that most of the people doesn't have any problem with it. Use whatever you want as long you like it and it works for you 🤗

@lena9724 2 жыл бұрын

He’s also the reason why every damn product has niacinamide in it. He hyped it up so much but not everyone’s skin reacts well to it. Now every product has it smh

@yvettebasson1243 2 жыл бұрын

I personally have not bought any Nestlé or L'Oreal owned brands since 2018 because I have huge issues with Nestlé's history of human rights abuses (I'm a human rights lawyer). But I don't judge anyone who does buy those products - as James said, I am privileged to be able to look for and buy alternative products, which are often more expensive. Each person must make decisions that work for them.

@GenXfrom75 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah. I found out Urban Decay is a L'Oreal company but I still buy it because they have outstanding makeup that I love. 💜

@ambersmith2612 2 жыл бұрын

How do you not buy nestle? They own everything under the sun 😫😫 any advice is appreciated

@yvettebasson1243 2 жыл бұрын

@@ambersmith2612 I know, right? They really do. I took it one product at a tike and researched alternatives. So Nestlé cocoa I replaced with a store brand cocoa. Most of my replacements are store brand, except for cosmetics.

@MissAlyssa108 2 жыл бұрын

@@yvettebasson1243 I love stephen’s hot chocolate so there’s a suggestion

@debcollins8231 2 жыл бұрын

I have been boycotting L'oreal which has been difficult because they own: Lancome, Urban Decay, Maybelline, NYX, Garnier, Kiehl's, Redkin, Skinceuticals, Essie, Caccherell, Diesel, Vichy, Kerastase, Pureology, Biotherm, Matrix, LaRoche-Posey, and The Body Shop. I am sure I missed many. I found this shocking list at the beginning of my boycott while researching L'oreal's holdings.

@beccajj2323 2 жыл бұрын

cant get over people who throw out products they ALREADY BOUGHT when a company turns "problematic"

@debcollins8231 2 жыл бұрын

Me too. I finish them up and just don't buy anymore. They already have my money.

@caithenry8429 2 жыл бұрын

Yup. It's already a sunk cost, why burn myself twice by not using what I already paid for? If a brand makes me feel too uncomfortable (ie kvd a few years ago) I gave my makeup to friends who were getting into makeup and loved having it

@24kgoldplatedvermeil Жыл бұрын

@@caithenry8429 the kvd controversy was so blown out of proportion. she was not a nazi or nazi supporter. period.

@65NART Жыл бұрын

You and me both.

@Dimsrose Жыл бұрын

This is one that really bothers me. The waste.

@eatdrinkstagger 2 жыл бұрын

The only issue I have with fragranced cosmetics and/or skincare is if a product is highly scented, it can cause migraines and epic nausea (trying to throw up when you have nothing to throw up is absolute arse) which is actual hell, but not allergic reactions (at least, yet to experience that reaction).

@Dunika 2 жыл бұрын

The fact that "fragrance" doesn't narrow anything down and could be literally anything it's what makes people with serious allergies worry. "Fragrance" could mean up to 2500 different allergens that are almost always unlisted. Most common allergic reaction to fragrance in creams is contact dermatitis and irritation, which doesn't sound that serious, but also headaches and nausea. If you inhale it (like in a perfume) or accidentally eat it, it can cause an allergic reaction that can be confused with asthma, and can be deadly.

@rba4377 2 жыл бұрын

yes!! I a grateful for having options and I think we need to walk the walk and let people put what works for them/what they are comfortable with on their bodies. In the past I was disappointed at skinfluencers kinda shaming skincare routines that included natural/organic products. Some people care about skincare impact on the environment, some preganant women dont feel comfortable putting some chemicals on their bodies due to the long history of innocent till proven guilt regarding harsh chemicals or the fact that recalled products/medications etc were once approved by the same governing bodies they were approved by. Let people have the options of doing what works for them and what makes them comfortable!!!

@kimberlytooma9145 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed, strong fragrance in any product I immediately get a migraine, but if it’s soft then I’m usually ok. It’s trial and error for me

@verityv5284 2 жыл бұрын

So true

@osteophagus 2 жыл бұрын

Same, I can't use them long enough to see what they do to my skin because my eyes burn and my sinuses go straight into having a migraine and I get sick. I do wish I was someone who could use the super scented ones, they smell so good 😭

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

YES! DHC and Nivea are way worse when it comes to bigotry than the average brand. But...I can't judge somebody with sensitive skin for using their products if that's what's accessible, affordable, and non-irritating for them. I'm an environmentalist with a disability. A lot of the choices I make are NOT eco friendly and are things that other environmentalists would judge me for. Unfortunately, it's what I need to do to get through the day. As Domestic Blisters says on TikTok, you can't save the rainforest if you're depressed. I guess you also can't fight bigotry when your skin feels like it's on fire.😆

@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

Ahhh haha I love that 💜

@ranniemanangan5371 2 жыл бұрын

Which is funny because here in the Philippines, Nivea have released their Moisturizer with rainbow on the packaging this Pride month.... And the best part is that they put the rainbow only that product and only on their regular size, not on the big size or small size🤮🤮🤮🤣🤣🤣🤣

@nancykerrigan 2 жыл бұрын

Had no idea about the controversy regarding either brands. Then again if I had to stop and research every company before purchasing a product I might as well live off the land and create everything I need from scratch which....not feasible for me.

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

@@nancykerrigan Definitely not feasible! I'm of the belief that everyone should try to do as much good as they can, but we always need to be realistic about what's sustainable in our own lives. There's only so much energy you have to get through a day.❤️

@kevinjanghj 2 жыл бұрын

This issue of cancelling brands in my case emerged when the Depp versus Heard case came up in 2020. No way was I going to use skincare and haircare products endorsed by a woman who perjured the courts in Australia, the UK and America and uses social movements like feminism for her own gain. That led to me boycotting L'Oréal Professionnel and other related brands like Kerastase and Cerave.

@Goat.Cheese 2 жыл бұрын

As a fragrance allergy person, i'm so grateful for the fragrance free trend over the past few years. I hope it continues

@AR-md1zq 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I agree. I developed a fragrance allergy over the last few years and especially hair products I am having a heck of a time finding fragrance free replacements for my tried and trues. I can't use anything on my scalp so I started just putting product on the hair and avoiding the scalp but now I get congestion, runny nose and intractable sneezing with fragrance. I really always liked the sensorial experience too so this is a bummer.

@melissaneal3808 2 жыл бұрын

Do you know which fragrances you’re allergic to? I have to be super careful because I’m allergic to a lot of things and I definitely think it’s super helpful to figure out exactly what triggers you. Just a hopefully helpful thought. 💖

@rba4377 2 жыл бұрын

@strgrlszn 2 жыл бұрын

absolutely! my nostrils and throat thanks the movement highkey, i'd rather take ugly smell w/o any added fragnance and oils than have to buy another box of allegra for a perfectly avoidable problem hmph

@AR-md1zq 2 жыл бұрын

@@melissaneal3808 I feel like it is easier to just avoid fragrances for now.

@collfern 2 жыл бұрын

I will say that I couldn’t figure out what caused irritation in my skin growing up and fragrance in SOME products my mom bought me were the culprit. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve been able to use some products with fragrance and others I can’t. You don’t know until you try. I have figured out that I’d rather have fragrance/parfum in my products than essential oil fragrances. I’ve actually found the synthetic ones to be less irritating!

@collfern 2 жыл бұрын

I think the “clean” and “natural” fragrances are less studied and more volatile than ones that are formulated in a lab but that may just be conjecture 🤷🏼‍♀️

@abriltorres4063 2 жыл бұрын

@@collfern i think that is true because insaw the same coment from a couple of chemical specialists in diferent fields

@karina5917 2 жыл бұрын

i agree!! for me i got a reaction a few times with scented hand creams that had essential oils. but my face and body are perfectly fine with any fragrance.

@amypanddirtytoo1926 2 жыл бұрын

Synthetics formulated in a lab also do not have antigens on them like products taken from nature do. Antigens are what cause the allergic reactions (rashes, irritations, hives, anaphylaxis, some forms of acne, etc) that some products cause. And actually most products formulated for sensitive skin are synthetics because, well, your body can't flood you with histamine, create antibodies.....you know, have an allergic reaction to something that does not have antigens on the outside of its cells. That is a simplified explanation, but just research it a little if you want to learn all the ins and outs of the antigen/antibody response.

@auliaazizah3718 2 жыл бұрын

i totally agree! my skin is not that sensitive but has been irritated to products with essential oils a few times, while that hasn't happened with any products with synthetic fragrance

@TheDiverpro 2 жыл бұрын

I just hate when we’re all about one thing in the skin community and then completely doing a 180 and against it. Now we’re hating on chemical exfoliants. It’s exhausting keeping up. But it’s my theory that this is like the makeup industry. They have to make us hate what we have to buy the next new thing that influencers are selling us.

@mycatisjudgingyou 2 жыл бұрын

Wait, what's the issue with chemical exfoliants? I literally just started using one lol

@alexan2821 2 жыл бұрын

@@mycatisjudgingyou people starting over using (using multiple types at the same time or using them daily or almost daily) them and damaged their skin barrier. So now instead of talking about moderation they're being vilified. Probably so skincare brands can sell you more barrier restoring products rather than less of the exfoliants.

@emilylerman9028 2 жыл бұрын

@@alexan2821 so basically what happened with physical exfoliants?

@AliceBunny05 4 ай бұрын

@@emilylerman9028Tbf the most popular mainstream physical exfoliants were actually shit and deserved to be criticized. Though, it's important to point out not all methods of physical exfoliation are super abrasive or damaging like missus St Ives, which was not always pointed out by the people saying they aren't huge fans of physical exfoliation.

@aw3855 2 жыл бұрын

I’m thrilled with the fragrance free movement, my morning routine start to finish is minimal (maybe 6 products) but I still definitely don’t want 6 different scents on my face. It’s nice to have choices one way or the other.

@MaxsFriends 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I like using a bunch of unscented products except for 1 item. Lately I love sumbum sunscreen because it smells like bananas 😋

@xoxorosequartz 2 жыл бұрын

my nose is sensitive to smells due to a sensory processing disorder and i like most fragrance free stuff, but some oils/products smell bad without fragrance

@Sipu97 Жыл бұрын

Six products??? Doesn't sound minimal to me but every skin is different

@xoxorosequartz Жыл бұрын

@@Sipu97 i think it’s over the course of the day, like 3 in the morning and 3 in the evening

@xTwilightWolvesx Жыл бұрын

@@MaxsFriends I have a honey mask that is naturally fragranced from the honey. The majority of my products are scent-free but I loooove my honey mask.

@a.r.glad.5490 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes! I have a moisturizer/sunscreen that smells like verbena - my absolute favorite scent. It actually really lifts my mood each morning and is a huge self care aspect for me. So I'm right there with you. Don't underestimate the aromatherapy aspect.

@MissAlyssa108 2 жыл бұрын

I mean you are also probably more likely to PUT ON SPF if it’s pleasurable so if that’s not a benefit idk what is

@a.r.glad.5490 2 жыл бұрын

@@MissAlyssa108 True!!

@margaretnowacka3609 2 жыл бұрын

What moisturiser is it? That sounds great!

@a.r.glad.5490 2 жыл бұрын

@@margaretnowacka3609 Madara Plant Stem Cell Age-Defying Face sunscreen SPF 30. It's tinted (shade invisible nude) and I love it because it's truly an all in one for me and the first ever (have tried a few cc creams and such) that is actually evening out my skin tone but looks like no make up.

@a.r.glad.5490 2 жыл бұрын

@@margaretnowacka3609 ah, and I've taken to use the Cosrx oil free ultra moisturizing lotion underneath because I have really dry skin and it while the scent is much fainter it's similar.

@suki.1313 2 жыл бұрын

I personally love lightly scented skincare products that have fresh or plant-based scents. However, products with straight up perfume can give me headaches. I also like some parabens and silicones as they provide a barrier for water loss. Thankfully there are choices for everyone’s needs and preferences. 💜

@olgaszumilas1471 2 жыл бұрын

About fragrances… i work for small beauty brand. Brand is vegan, cruelty free, plastic free and things like that. I meet so many people who don’t want fragrance in their products, but instead they fine with essential oils. I always try to stay calm when I hear from clients that they prefer essential oils because they are natural, so better and safer

@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

Ahhhh yeah I actually used to preach that when I worked for lush!

@Squeebbles 2 жыл бұрын

Funnily enough essential oils have caused more sensitivity for me than any synthetic fragrance ever has😭

@moonlight-im8ik 2 жыл бұрын

@@Squeebbles me too, and i don't even have sensitive skin :/ too bad cuz they smell lovely

@maryeckel9682 2 жыл бұрын

Essential oils are like kryptonite to me. Natural is not synonymous with non-irritating (or even safe).

@toykeyper8914 2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree, many essential oils are even more irritating than fragrance

@kai_fatallysapphic 2 жыл бұрын

I have mild sensory issues around smell, and personally I actually prefer to have a product scented with a smell I love rather than a fragrance free product, because then it tends to just smells like the ingredients, which usually isn't that pleasant. Also nice scents are nice, they just make me happy✨ This is just my preference tho, and I also think fragrance free options are important for those who want/need them ofc

@hadesisbaby 2 жыл бұрын

Me tooooo!! The smell is part of the experience for me. I love it. I’ll take a fragrance free product, but I LOVE a product that has a pleasant, happy fragrance.

@Food00 2 жыл бұрын

@HI HEY HELLO my question is what’s the percentage of people who want a fragrance free product and those that don’t

@Food00 2 жыл бұрын

@@essaly7969 thanks

@BiscuitsMom917 2 жыл бұрын

@@Food00 everyone can use FF products, not everyone can use fragrance products. it's just smarter for companies to make FF products.

@Food00 2 жыл бұрын

@@BiscuitsMom917 thanks

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

I trust experts who CITE THEIR SOURCES. Michelle is a legend for this!❤️❤️❤️

@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

Yessssss!

@rba4377 2 жыл бұрын

I a grateful for having options and I think we need to walk the walk and let people put what works for them/what they are comfortable with on their bodies. In the past I was disappointed at skinfluencers kinda shaming skincare routines that included natural/organic products. Some people care about skincare impact on the environment, some preganant women dont feel comfortable putting some chemicals on their bodies due to the long history of innocent till proven guilt regarding harsh chemicals or the fact that recalled products/medications etc were once approved by the same governing bodies they were approved by. Let people have the options of doing what works for them and what makes them comfortable!!!

@riannepaborito 2 жыл бұрын

True! Even if sometimes it takes a lot to understand her lessons, she is doing great in how she presents her data.

@lipstickzombie4981 2 жыл бұрын

I don't mind the backdrop though, it makes your skin more glowing. My only gripe with fragrance in products is because sometimes a scent doesn't go away quickly and it clashes with my perfume.

@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

There’s nothing worse than a lingering scent right under your nose 😭

@mnpn07 2 жыл бұрын

@@JamesWelsh this made me think of Korres. I do enjoy their products and my skin does well with them, but the eau de parfum in their facial products (especially the night time moisturizer) is at a 10 when it needs be at a 3.75.

@CoyoteWildFlower 2 жыл бұрын

Had to stop one moisturizer I liked because it was very strongly scented and didn't fade. YES! Right under my nose, also on it. The other product I have is a lemon scented toner. I like the product but it makes me feel like I just rubbed a lemon scent household cleaner on my face!

@werm3169 2 жыл бұрын

Complaining is my favourite ambiguously healthy coping mechanism. Like I just feel so much better after I've talked shit about something completely inconsequential and that doesn't affect my life at all

@l.k.roline4296 Жыл бұрын

Are you french ? No joke in french culture complaining is a really great way to bond (like complaining about the weather). Complaining about some of my teachers is the way I made most of my friends lol

@AvaDisarm 2 жыл бұрын

People get so whipped up about fragrance in skincare but at the same time wear perfume! As in, 100% fragrance, with no other purpose, directly on your skin

@destinymink356 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t know if fragrance necessarily hurts my skin but I suffer from migraines and many fragrances trigger migraines. I can’t really wear perfume and even shampoo and conditioner sometimes bothers me. So that’s my issue with fragrance 🙁 btw I absolutely love your channel and think you are hilarious!

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

Quality, fragrance free hair care has been so hard to find for ages, so I'm glad that multiple brands are now releasing fragrance free lines! Briogeo, Kristin Ess, Seen, Curlsmith... it's great! It's obviously totally fine if people want fragrances, but on days I'm dealing with my chronic headaches or nausea, it can be too much.

@temp_unknown 2 жыл бұрын

Yup, same here, plus I'm autistic so it's pretty easy to have a sensory overload. Sorry, I don't like and will never like fragrance I cannot control.

@renangarcia7680 2 жыл бұрын

I suffer from migraines as well and fragrance definitely triggers/worsen it. I can't stand even the smell of coffee.

@sheilavillar2974 2 жыл бұрын

There are certain fragrances that do bother me, I can never wear perfume or I would be sneezing the whole day. But I enjoy subtle fragrance in skincare, citrus & mints are my favorites.

@riannepaborito 2 жыл бұрын

In my case, I think it started bothering my skin ever since I took Isotretinoin and Adapalene. The rest of my skin except on the face part is ok with it.

@rn2787 2 жыл бұрын

For me, personally, with fragrance, all I wanted was a fragrance free option and clear labeling. I never expected other consumers to follow what I do for my situation. My annoyance was towards companies and the fact that there were few options and labeling sucked (both of which are still issues). I never cared if other people used a scented face wash. If you like it and your skin handles it well do whatever you want.

@christinamorin1914 2 жыл бұрын

You have a valid point! I wonder why James didn’t like the comment? Maybe he hasn’t seen it yet.

@eolond1003 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah what's up with the lack of clear labeling? I don't want to spend 10 minutes in the skincare aisle reading bottles to find what I need!

@ElenKarin 2 жыл бұрын

A dermatologist I went to put me on a medicine for my skin disease, and I asked him if it would also have an effect on the (dehydrated and textured) skin of my face. He took a close look, replied, "No. But if you lived in the stone age everyone would have skin like yours anyway," and sent me out the door. Not sure if it was supposed to make me feel better, but ‘prehistoric’ isn’t really the look I’m going for🙃

@PinCushionQueen 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, just wow!

@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

Uhhhhh omg

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

WTF doctor?! If you lived in the Stone Age you wouldn't have a dermatologist...🤦‍♀️ That's such a bizarre thing to say. Makes me think of Dr. Never-Sneezer Scrooge of Vlogbrothers fame. On an episode of the Dear Hank and John podcast, someone wrote in to say that a doctor told them "Sneezing isn't normal. I never sneeze." Ever since, it's been a running joke in Nerdfighteria (the name of the Hank and John Green fandom).

@ElenKarin 2 жыл бұрын

@@flora7447 I mean, it’s been a year and I’m still wondering🤣 I guess it must have been some form of ‘your skin is natural’, but that doesn’t really make me feel any better. I’d rather have my skin be normal by todays standards than fit in with the neanderthalic crowd🥲

@teri2466 2 жыл бұрын

What a jackass! His way of disapproving of your skincare 😱. I think all we adults in the room know how he should have responded. I'd never go back to him.

@sharon5026 2 жыл бұрын

"Unnecessary discourse for no reason." I love this.

@karina5917 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for speaking on the fragrance debate! it’s definitely another form of fear mongering. i love skincare but i hate how many people buy into all the fear mongering tactics and believe natural is better. i had to have a convo with a friend who claimed certain sunscreens were “toxic” just because she couldn’t understand the ingredient list. i hate how if someone doesn’t understand something, instead of doing research they just assume it’s “bad.” you have access to the internet outside of tik tok 🙄🙄

@juhnetmickerdy 2 жыл бұрын

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@Silverwolfpriestess 2 жыл бұрын

As a person who gets rashes from some fragrance, the solution isn't to stop offering fragrance free options, it's to have multiple products consumers can choose from. I am not allergic to all fragrance, so I still try products that contain some (very difficult to ascertain which fragrance ingredients something has since it's mostly labelled as perfume). I also don't believe that "natural is better" (some of my rashes have been triggered by essential oils for example).

@sheenas7495 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos. Between you and Robert, this 40 yo lady finally looks and and feels the best I have ever. No one ever taught me any of this and now I have a small routine that makes my skin so much happier.

@pokeydot1975 2 жыл бұрын

Same. I'm 46, grew up outside with horses and goats and on a swim team... Sun protection was NEVER brought up to me as crucial!😱 I figured it out on my own, but I found James and was really able to repair and maintain my skin.

@madieg 2 жыл бұрын

As someone with really bad eczema and have way too many prescription creams, I enjoy finding skincare that doesn't feel too "clinical". Having skin issues is such a taxing experience, so picking up products that smell nice (they don't irritate my face) or have really cute packaging makes skincare feel less like a chore. It's been helping me enjoy taking care of my skin and also practice self-appreciation :,-) Thank you for spreading more positivity on fragrance and cutesy packaging!💗

@FancifulAche 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not concerned with the health effects of fragrance, I just hate the way most of them smell and they can give me headaches. It irritates my nose not my skin lol

@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah when the products main ingredient point is it’s fragrance, it’s a no from me too! Hand cream and body stuff fine, but anything on my face, I can’t handle!

@mrqzbelle 2 жыл бұрын

I noticed the backdrop in the other video and I LOVE it! I completely agree with everything you said! I'm so over the whole fragrance thing. Every time someone mentions it I can't help but roll my eyes 🤦‍♀

@tanjiafatema 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for this! I am so tired of many of these fear mongering from the “experts”. As a POC myself, I know that it is even worse around skin of color. “If you use this your melasma will get worse, you will get hyperpigmentation with that product”, etc etc, endless fear mongering! In your native UK, there is a certain Dr and cosmetic formulator who claims to be “expert of skin of color”, selling average products with very expensive price tags just by fear mongering POC. And many of the consumers are POC from developing countries. Just sad situation!

@DeeBeeTeeWee Жыл бұрын

Yessss.... omg... I used to follow them for so long until I realised it basically a clever way to gain a trustworthy loyal audience and a consumer market who will buy and use their "specially formulated for POC" products.

@tanjiafatema Жыл бұрын

@@DeeBeeTeeWee I sometimes blame us - the consumers. Customer loyalty is good, "devotion" isn't. I am still part of that certain Dr's FB community page. Recently I posted (in other people's comment section) my miserable white face after using 1/4 tsp of that famous "no white cast invisible" sunscreen. Some "devotees" tried to drag me down, "you just didn't blend! Girl! It's just sunscreen, just put it on!" etc etc. As if I wanted to make my face white on purpose. I just do not understand this level of loyalty!

@efroggys 2 жыл бұрын

YESSS I switched back to fragranced products I love and my skin has never been better. SO OVER the fragrance fear mongering.

@kimberlylucas5538 2 жыл бұрын

As a chronic migraine sufferer, I have to be cautious about fragrance (I cannot even walk down the laundry aisle without it triggering a migraine). I understand the difference between "unscented" (that is no added perfuming agents) and fragrance-free. I find often natural fragrances soothing (mugwort, lavender, watermelon) and I like them in my skin care.

@shivika1000 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so done with people bashing fragrance in general. One thing most people don't realize is that there are tons of people who use skincare but don't actually watch any skincare content and the only thing making them use those products is marketing and user experience. If fragrance is what gets people to get to wear their sunscreen and take off their makeup at the end of the day, that's definitely a role that it's serving.

@bethtoniccool4676 2 жыл бұрын

Good points!

@SkintitaApril 2 жыл бұрын

Same! Growing up, almost all skincare products available were NOT fragrance or alcohol free. It's only very recently that I've decided to try fragrance and alcohol-free products. Not gonna lie, didn't really see much of a huge difference. So yeah, i'm still keeping some of my old or new favorites that have both alcohol and fragrance. It's not like i'm trying to get drunk from my skincare.. 😂❤️

@misss7777 2 жыл бұрын

@@SkintitaApril Growing up I thought skincare is always supposed to hurt and itch my skin. I am very glad about fragrance free products because I now don't have those issues anymore except if the product containes anything else my sensitive skin doesn't like. What I am not doing is demanding everything to be fragrance free. But it is for sure good to finally have enough fragrance free options.

@Claire-td1ng 2 жыл бұрын

@@misss7777 Same. Every products used to burn my skin, I thought it was normal and that was how you knew it worked. I don't think there was a single face wash that didn't burn my face including the dermatologist approved ones. The products that were prescribed to me for my acne also burned me, and I probably should have told my dermatologist but I never did. It's only after I began a gentler korean skincare routine (fragrance free mostly) that suddenly my skin is turned normal again, and I can even use products without worrying too much about fragrance as long as I keep the rest of my routine simple and gentle.

@adrianachong9029 2 жыл бұрын

My only gripe with fragrances in skin care is if it’s so overwhelming or overpowering. I used a Korean brand that has products I love and some of them are scented. I tried another product from them and felt punched in the face by the fragrance. I ended up using it on other parts of my body. It was a deluxe sample size. That is a tip I ask most consumers to use with respect to waste. Understandably some products need time to use and see but for initial applications I always go sample size. Many times that tells me how the product will wear, if it’s itchy or irritating, how it dries down on my skin tone, the texture and yes the scent etc etc. Many times I am pleasantly surprised by a product that gets the scent right even if fragrance is involved. Edit: buying sample can also be a chance to troubleshoot. If you try something and have an issue you can also see if the application etc

@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah 100% get this. This is my personal issue with rose in skincare. It makes me feel physically sick

@juhnetmickerdy 2 жыл бұрын

Same! I don’t like very strong scents but something that’s faint and dissipates quickly is fine.

@christopherpreviti8101 2 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t have to be so complicated. A derm, or a KZfaqr, or even Kim K. launches a product… if I’m curious I’ll try it and if I really like it I’ll keep buying.

@sharniek002 2 жыл бұрын

I'm tired of excessive Hylauronic Acid being in so many things. I live in a dry climate so HA renders all those products useless at best, even if I use a moisturiser.

@marciamcdevitt964 2 жыл бұрын

Really? Huh! I’m in Arizona in the desert, and my skin loves HA. Often I don’t even need an additional moisturizer.

@Ambern 2 жыл бұрын

I hate it too- but more because my skin doesn't like it and it gives me cyctic acne 😭😭 and sooo many products contain it!

@nadia562010 2 жыл бұрын

Omg THISSSSSSSSS👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 HA super dehydrates me and causes my mild forehead lines to deepen and make me look 20 years older than I am🙄🙄🙄🙄

@josiecolquhoun 2 жыл бұрын

Try putting it on damp skin maybe ? 🥺

@AE-ld9ck 2 жыл бұрын

Every foundation/bb cream that I’ve tried with HA in it has caused my skin to either itch or burn and sometimes both... I love both skincare and makeup, and I enjoy no makeup makeup looks but sometimes they need to just stay in their respective lanes.

@DiMagnolia 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had some pretty severe allergic reactions to fragrance, both synthetic and essential oils. My biggest pet peeve is products claiming to be fragrance free and then containing essential oils 🤦 I have found some great fragrance free products, a few that do have fragrance that I can use. Just stop lying about a product being fragrance free!

@AKbaby89 2 жыл бұрын

I love Michelle, she has the best calming voice for one thing🤣, but she just explains confusing things in such a digestible way, ya know? She just makes it so easy to learn from. I have ADHD, and for the most part, I really don't learn from reading or hearing something, I usually only learn by doing things myself, but I can easily learn from Michelle (and you too, James!) And I really appreciate that. 🙌🙌

@malinm558 2 жыл бұрын

Same!! I think she's diagnosed with ADHD as well 🙌🏻

@AKbaby89 2 жыл бұрын

@@malinm558 I didn't even know that, I wonder if that has anything to do with why I learn from her so much easier🤔🤔

@kris......... 2 жыл бұрын

@@malinm558 woah - I wondee if that's why her videos are so digestible..

@kris......... 2 жыл бұрын

@@AKbaby89 right??

@IamIceQueen7 2 жыл бұрын

I actually enjoy fresh scents of my skincare, makes it feel like a spa experience

@manifestationsofasort 2 жыл бұрын

I have never understood the fragrance debate. If you like fragrance, use it; if you don't, don't use it. Fragranced and fragrance free products should be allowed to exist without bashing from the other side.

@Gingermermaid90 2 жыл бұрын

My boyfriend uses a lot of fragrance free options whereas I do not. I forgot to bring lotion to his place once and he gave me a few of his to choose from. All fragrance free.... one of them smelled absolutely HORRENDOUS to me. So yeah, just let people use what works for them.

@littlemissmel88 2 жыл бұрын

I think the problem was there just wasn't as many options for fragrance free. I agree that people should use whatever they want, but companies should also give options to everyone, and fully disclose what fragrance they are using so people that have issues can avoid what bothers them.

@chelseazaydaraensehon1198 2 жыл бұрын

The problem is that the fragrance free pool was/is very small. It’s only recently been growing in size for those who don’t want to use fragrance. Makes more sense to leave out fragrance entirely so more people can use the products.

@jasmirris 2 жыл бұрын

@@chelseazaydaraensehon1198 This. I just went to Sephora to find a foundation and the person helping put some on my right jaw (I think it was liquid Kosas). I had a headache within 5 minutes that turned into a low migraine later in the day. At this point looking for fragrance free is a priority.

@chelseazaydaraensehon1198 2 жыл бұрын

@@jasmirris exactly! It’s really unfair to so many people to add fragrance to products. Like more people lose with fragrance than people win with it. Doesn’t make sense to advocate for fragrance in products when there is legit no benefits! There’s lots of risk with no benefits. People crying about how they like “Aromatherapy” can get it MANY different ways lol that’s no excuse to add it to facial skincare, hair products or even body products. I’d just like to see the fragrance free products be as many as fragrance products. 🤷🏻‍♀️

@TheEmpressJenn 2 жыл бұрын

I had an allergic reaction to fragrance that was so bad it impeded my breathing. Reactions may not be common, but when you have a severe one, you tend to do what you can to avoid it from happening again.

@lauryn6037 2 жыл бұрын

not as bad as yours but i had a reaction to a lush bath bomb, whatever fragrance or essential oil was in it, and i had a horrid rash literally from my neck downwards and was on multiple antihistamines!! being conscious of common allergens or irritants like fragrances is never a bad thing in my opinion

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

@@lauryn6037 I want to love Lush but even their "hydrating" products just made my dry skin even drier. I like what they're trying to do, but the products just don't work for my family.

@chez8219 2 жыл бұрын

Then it is YOUR own responsibility to find products that work with your health issues. Brands can do whatever they want. If a brand put fragrance in their products, then just skip the brand. It's free market. Simple.

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

@@chez8219 Are you okay? I think you might be under a lot of stress, because this comment seems like a snarky overreaction to someone who never said that brands can't or shouldn't use fragrance. She said she avoids it, which is exactly what you seem to be telling her to do. Please make sure you're taking care of yourself.

@Hollyhock7 2 жыл бұрын

I concur!

@christinunya72 2 жыл бұрын

There is never going to be a day when EVERY skincare or makeup product is going to be fragrance free. It's great that there are A LOT of products out there that are fragrance free for those people that are sensitive to it. We can have BOTH options. It doesn't have to be all one or the other. Be happy that we have choices people and get over it already.

@rba4377 2 жыл бұрын

@medusawall 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! I value both types of products in my collection for different reasons, gentle and fragrance free pair well with my exfoliants, and something moisturizing and scented while I take a break.

@Ch39470 2 жыл бұрын

For people with skin sensitivities and fragrance allergies, skincare can be HEALTH care. Skin issues can be debilitating and painful. The idea that we need to “be happy we have choices and get over it” when the only reason we have those choices is the fact that we had to advocate for them is so entitled. We still only have access to a small portion of the market and we deserve to have varied options like anyone else.

@christinunya72 2 жыл бұрын

@@Ch39470 There are an absolute ton of fragrance free options, so you do have varied options like everyone else. What exactly do you want? Do you expect every single product out there to be fragrance free? You have plenty of choices, be happy you have them even if you and others had to advocate for them. You have more and more choices every day, so what more exactly do you want?

@Ch39470 2 жыл бұрын

@@christinunya72 The “be grateful for what you have and shut up” narrative is patronizing, point blank. Plenty of people were sharing their experiences about why they enjoy fragrance in products but your comment was straight up rude.

@baileydubs 2 жыл бұрын

Fragrance really truly bothers my skin but if you aren’t sensitive to it, f-ing GO FOR IT

@itsmxtwist Жыл бұрын

Yep! I tend to say away from stuff with fragrances that I know I can’t use such as lavender and eucalyptus which I’m very allergic to as well as hempz since I’m allergic to it as well. But if you can use it I don’t mind. I definitely got sensitive skin from my mom and actually got mild chemical burns from noxzema anti blackhead pads around my eyes even though I didn’t even rub it that close to them.

@Pupsii_Cola 2 жыл бұрын

Fragrance rarely bothers my skin, I think sometimes it's the either the concentration or specific ingredient that irritates it. The reason I do usually lean towards fragrance free or unscented is because I have chronic migraines and perfume is a HUGE trigger. Some things are fine, especially if it doesn't linger but oh mannn There's been cleansers I've used that give me an immediate headache but my skin? Amazing

@heatherrogers548 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of your best vids in my humble opinion. Also, I enjoy some fragrance when washing up for the night. It makes it an enjoyable experience. Live and let live!

@karatalksaboutstuff7333 2 жыл бұрын

I think the reason people go in harder on "fragrance" is because there's so many compounds that could be included in that one "ingredient," so it feels shady. It also means it's MORE likely than other ingredients to trigger an allergy. But, yeah...the average user can afford to chill out.

@henobread 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. It's like a shot in the dark or a russian roulette for some people with severe sensitivity or problems like rosacea and psoriasis. Dermatologists even recommend avoiding them. But if you have a healthy and "normal" skin, you're probably good

@littlemissmel88 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! Fragrance is fine if that's your thing, but companies should be required to disclose what fragrance is being used so if you do have a reaction you can narrow down what is the cause and avoid it.

@dilsyy 2 жыл бұрын

I tried "no fragrance" with The Inkey List products and regretted spending my money. I guess I am very sensitive to smell because although their products made my skin feel amazing, I could smell a very strong and nasty smell for every product I used. I was barely able to finish them because they made me nauseous and the spot treatment creme made me dry-heave even when I put it on my forehead. I have not tried other "fragrance free" products and I am kind of scared after this experience, so maybe this is a one off. Fragrance is not for everyone but it hasn't bothered me and my sensitive skin so I go with it.

@onlytwocomics 2 жыл бұрын

I use their retinol and it reeks 🤢

@xosecox12 2 жыл бұрын

Same! The chemical smell of fragrance free products bother me more than pleasant scents lol. I have to use amlactin on my body because I have KP, but I hate the prescription medicine smell and use perfume to cover it after. Everyone is different with their preferences and sensitivities and people need to have more respect for that :)

@gaylesmith7849 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. It’s the first brand I’ve tried where I had to stop using the product after a few tries. I’d much rather have a fragrance I like than an unfragranced moisturiser that makes me nauseous. Clearly it’s individual as to what your skin tolerates but unfragranced is not a panacea.

@NinaDreams81 Жыл бұрын

I haven't used many Inkey List products so I can't do a direct comparison, but in my experience FF products largely have some sort of unpleasant scent. Some aren't too bad in the sense where they are not nice (chemical or plastic smelling) but not awful where i cant finish the product. Then some like the Biossance Omega Repair cream are downright awful. It smells like bad cheese or sweaty feet.

@brendaleelydon 2 жыл бұрын

OMG, James, I'm in LOVE with your new setup! Thank you for this video; overall I agree with everything you've said here. Basically, you can only do the best you can, & don't 💩on people doing the best THEY can!

@elainebrockhaus649 2 жыл бұрын

What I love about you and Robert is that you are not Product Pushing influencers. Some of the people I follow are wearing me out with how much they love everything. You gripe away! 💗

@foxycinnamon7307 2 жыл бұрын

Hope you're feeling better & I totally agree with the points you made!

@JamesWelsh 2 жыл бұрын

I am thank you! Took a couple of weeks hah

@starryeyez111 2 жыл бұрын

i love your point about apologies being yours to accept. so well said. also love the new background !

@dizzieblonde 2 жыл бұрын

I love, love your new background. I'm sorry to hear you've been feeling bad and hope you feel better soon!

@alicecarroll2923 2 жыл бұрын

It’s good to clear the air! You also try to complement each product even when it doesn’t work for you. I think I found a product on here that you didn’t like, lol. Our skin is intimately ours! I do struggle with similar irritation issues as yours, so I do enjoy hearing your experiences.

@SheBeast-OG 2 жыл бұрын

I dunno, as someone who is sensitive to fragrance on the sinus end of things (I get itchy, stuffed sinuses and migraines from strong scents, and it being on my face just amplifies it) I’m glad that I have more options for skincare than I did a few years ago. People can use it if they want, but I hope the options don’t go away anytime soon.

@flamingo2603 2 жыл бұрын

Hello James and everyone 👋🏻👋🏻 I’m glad you are feeling better and I absolutely love the backdrop 😍🥰😊

@ConnorAdventure 2 жыл бұрын

Not to be shady, but I still think the fragrance thing is because of Hyrams dislike of it. Personally he was the first 'skinfluencer' I started watching, so that may skew my perception, but either way it's not his fault.

@pokeydot1975 2 жыл бұрын

OMG yes!!! I love Hyram but he got me believing that FRAGRANCE=EVIL!!! 🤣 Then I found James and some others and was able to balance it out.

@ambersmith2612 2 жыл бұрын

Hyram had to say MULTIPLE TIMES to stop attacking other creators because his fan base got so messy...

@ConnorAdventure 2 жыл бұрын

@@ambersmith2612 yeah he handled it very well that's why I don't blame him. Because of him I don't use unnecessary fragrance when possible. Only the last product needs to be fragranced tbh

@kerriwright4593 2 жыл бұрын

My skin reacts negatively to salicylic acid, I don't run around saying it shouldn't be in any skincare because it's an irritant right? I just don't use it lol. I try every few years and then I'm reminded that I shouldn't hahaha.

@WendeCrow 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed! My skin can't handle American chemical sunscreen ingredients, but they're much more affordable here than shitty mineral sunscreens or Asian sunscreens. I don't judge people who use Banana Boat, and if I could, I would too!

@lindseystein9676 2 жыл бұрын

American sunscreens irritate my skin, too. I get very flushed and pink. I have a few Korean sunscreens on hand at all times & have zero redness from those so far.

@annk387 2 жыл бұрын

Same! Salicylic acid irritates my skin as well, but benzoyl peroxide doesn't. Basically we just go with what works for our skin and no one should make us feel bad for it.

@littlemissmel88 2 жыл бұрын

True, but salicylic acid isn't in every single product like fragrance is/was. It's definitely easier now to find good products without fragrance, but people don't need to be bashing it as they do. Like you say, if you don't like it, don't use it!

@kerriwright4593 2 жыл бұрын

Salicylic acid is in nearly every single acne treatment type of product though and for someone that is acne prone it is very difficult to treat if you can't use what every otc product has.

@adrianachong9029 2 жыл бұрын

I do love the new backdrop. The pink frames you nicely and the products and figures are an interesting yet cohesive mix. Busy enough but not too much.

@twinmama4147 2 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate these videos and your take on things.

@katimius 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your views on these skincare topics. I started using some brands and products as a result of your (and other trustworthy YTers) reviews. ❤️❤️

@bbyjscx 2 жыл бұрын

I really don't mind fragrance in skin care, but that's just me, sometimes I actually like it, for the sensory experience 😊😊

@Model_Roe 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! It never bothered me

@DulceHernandez15 2 жыл бұрын

same!

@Ch39470 2 жыл бұрын

With all due respect, I have to staunchly disagree with your fragrance-free statement. I understand that people who need fragrance-free are a small minority of the population but that doesn’t take away our need for fragrance-free options or our right to request and discuss that need. The only reason we have a more diverse array of options is because people have started discussing the harm around fragrance and saying we need to drop the conversation now and be happy with the options we have is dismissive. Everyone else can use fragrance-free products no problem but the rest of us can’t just pick up any product and put it on our face.

@cecilieharris 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. There is a lot to say for the pure pleasure and joy of using skincare and what it can do to your mental health. It's great that a product actually has a useful effect on my skin, but the bit where it makes me feel good for a moment as I am able to slow down my thoughts and simply enjoy the pure joy of putting it on, the sense of smell can really add to that experience. Although I do use a lot of fragrance-free products on my face, I do love to use fragranced products on my body, and those products I have found for my face that smell good, I absolutely love.

@christineconley7903 2 жыл бұрын

I love how articulate you are in this video and the way you are explaining your views. I appreciate your input and perspective. Great job!

@ronnie3007 2 жыл бұрын

I lovvvveeeeee this upload!! Especially the fragrance chapter because it’s like 🗣🗣🗣🗣🗣 WE GET ITTTT, FRAGRANCE IS THE BLACK SHEEP! You’re either for it or against it. Some people want to smell like paradise petals!!! 😂

@jenn8179 2 жыл бұрын

Just a quick comment about fragrance...I have very sensitive skin. Physicians Formula highlighter has a strong fragrance (it smells like roses). I love it and I've never had a bad reaction to it. Your information is spot-on. You weren't too harsh 😉

@jojomarch 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, I like these! So sorry you've been so ill, hope you feel better really soon

@mimmilofstrand 2 жыл бұрын

You had me smiling 5 seconds in, love the whole mood, the straight forwardness. This is my vibe.

@becbrown212 2 жыл бұрын

Fragrance is one of the reasons that I love skin care and haircare. It makes me feel more pampered and it is a more sensory enjoyable experience.

@hannahleigh5633 2 жыл бұрын

A little complaining is good for the soul 😌 loll. And I definitely agree with you, research is so important when it comes to any information you find online!

@evee4365 2 жыл бұрын

loving the new set up!!

@tianacollado872 2 жыл бұрын

Louder for the ones in the back! Absolutely hit it out the park with this one ! I feel you on everything you mentioned here!

@celestinetoussaint6350 2 жыл бұрын

Yoooo same lol!! I agree with you. I have eczema and redness-prone skin and my routine is mostly fragrance free but that was honestly because that's only what I heard LOL. My holy grail moisturizer for my eczema, Etude House Soon Jung 2x intensive barrier cream technically contains a masking scent but it literally HEALS AND SOOTHES my skin so!

@TheKeyboardMaster100 2 жыл бұрын

James you’re so funny the face you made after you said “yet they’re asking me to review Jefree Star’s skincare” 😂 Also re: fragrance debate. La Roche Pousay has the nastiest smelling SPF ever and I think it’s bc they didn’t add any fragrance. It’s smells like nothing and everything at the same time

@christinedelman887 2 жыл бұрын

I go by you and you alone when it comes to skin care and what products are good! Thank you for sharing all you do!!

@lalaland8185 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this it had to be said! I really don't enjoy skincare that has no scent, feels really clinical and I'm guaranteed to get bored of it vs have a ;mini spa session every time I do skincare!

@SoSkinSmart 2 жыл бұрын

I love this so much because it touches on some of my issues with the skincare world. 1. Fragrance. I love fragrance, sue me. It’s not a pamper session for me if the user experience is not pleasurable. I don’t mind fragrance free sometimes, but I don’t have a problem with fragrance. 2. New launches from celebrities. If you have a problem with celebrity lines, I think it’s hypocritical to not mind influencer lines. Celebrities access experts, skincare influencers access experts. Both are chasing the bag, regardless of what spurred them to launch the line ( I’ve struggled with my skin for so long and couldn’t find something that catered to my needs so I decided to do something about it- here’s my line 😐). 3. I don’t support brand X. Can’t believe you’re still supporting this brand. First of all, the brand you support may be one I don’t support because of my own personal reason. Purchase what you want from who you want, or not. Just don’t get on your high horse about it. You don’t support L’Oréal but you support skinceuticals. Hate to break it to you … I could go on and on. Thanks for this video James. Thank you.

@HH-qy5ze 2 жыл бұрын

I used to avoid all fragrance because my skin is sensitive, but over time I've realised not all fragrances are created equal and some of my favourites have fragrance now! I find large brands thst do a lot of R&D formulate fragrance better than small indie ones. for example LRP fragrance doesn't typically irritate my skin!

@lizbarrand7701 2 жыл бұрын

Loved everything about this video ❤️ Feel better soon!!

@darya1966 2 жыл бұрын

James, I just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. I stumbled upon your videos randomly couple of months ago on Facebook, and slowly became fan of yours. I love how you analyse information and help all of us navigate better in skincare and generally in researches. Thanks to you I found my skincare remedy after I moved countries and nothing was helping me here in Germany. My skin now is clean, my confidence is back. This is beyond important for a person who 2 months ago couldn't go to the gym without makeup (yes, I was that ashamed of my face). What you're doing is important and you have a great personality🤍✨

@LauraLVTGW 2 жыл бұрын

I don't mind some fragrance, however, when a brand uses a lot of fragrance, and that is all I can smell for the next few hours, that is a problem. I have rosacea, citrus makes my redness worse, so I avoid those. Thank you! Glad you're feeling better!! 💖💖💖

@jasmirris 2 жыл бұрын

Ugh Citrus! Especially in products that are formulated for sensitive skin!

@jakeroege 2 жыл бұрын

For me personally I love all the new fragrance-free options. My issue is that I generally hate the fragrances brands choose! I don't like them lol I like choosing my fragrance separately from the products I need to use daily. Some days I like fresh and citrus scents, sometimes I want a warm, musky scent. So it's more that I'm a picky person than I'm worried about allergies😁

@autogatos Жыл бұрын

This is such an excellent video, so many good points that honestly apply to so many things even beyond skincare and influencer culture! Thank you for articulating all of this so well. I’m really enjoying your channel so far as someone who is getting kind of a very late start in trying to learn more about skincare at 36. I appreciate your transparency and how you acknowledge that different things work for different people, and that there isn’t necessarily one right solution for everyone!

@crackedribs 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting well-thought out think piece! Thank you for sharing in such an objective yet thought provoking way 💜✨

@evee4365 2 жыл бұрын

you’re gonna need to do a video about the products behind you

@kai_fatallysapphic 2 жыл бұрын

Especially the mimikyu plushie!! I want to know their name ♥️

@Eli-xt9ep 2 жыл бұрын

I was really afraid and avoid any fragrance in my skincare because I was told by some influencers what this is not OK. But I don’t even have any reaction or irritation caused by fragrance. So now I enjoy my new products what actually work on my skin and have a fragrances in it 🌝

@debcollins8231 2 жыл бұрын

Ditto. Plus I heard the fragrances cover the unpleasant odors of some of the ingredients. I do not know if this is true but heard recently that strawberry scent is used to counteract squalene which is an algae and does not smell nice.

@abcdlinehan 2 жыл бұрын

The amount of teenagers/pre-teens that come in to Sephora and try to buy the STRONGEST ingredients in products that will 100% destroy their baby skin baffles me! I have to try and explain to them NOT to use a specific product because tiktok told them and that they need to find something that works for them. Sometimes they listen and sometimes they don’t 🥲

@punchdrunkassassin 2 жыл бұрын

Everyone's already covered the fragrance thing, so I won't go into it as much (I used to work at LUSH and the anti-fragrance & anti-paraben crusaders who'd come in just to yell at me about the product ingredients made me want to melt into the floor) But I love that you addressed the "problematic" thing. I feel like the shaming game (shaming others for using "problematic" products) has become a huge pastime on twitter and it absolutely DOES come from a place of privilege. Like you mentioned - everyone's got their breaking points. Find what resonates with you, find where your lines are, fight the fights that are important to you, and let people enjoy things.

@carolinewooden1311 2 жыл бұрын

James - I love a good complaint rant and yours is justified. I hope you are feeling better. I've had allergies to perfumes, dyes and soaps most of my 62 years and I'm grateful for any fragrance free/dye free products out there. Back in the 70s, 80s and even 90s, it was hard to get fragrance/dye free options so I just had to try stuff to figure out if it was a trigger product. I know my circumstance is unusual so I don't have problems with brands using products I'm allergic to because I just don't buy them. I get that fragrance can make skin a luxurious experience. Fortunately, there are so many good brands/products that are fragrance free so I don't feel I'm missing out.

@Selene_Rosara 2 жыл бұрын

I feel like a failed master esthetician because I never warned people away from fragrance. 😂I've always said it's down to personal preference and whether you like the smell or not. I've actually had someone react badly to a sensitive skin cleanser that substituted fragrance with a lavender essential oil. As for brands being evil or problematic everything in this world is going to be a problem for someone else. Everything. I can't think of a single thing that everyone agrees on. Support brands and products that align with your morals and values. I think I said this same thing a few videos ago, but it still stands.

@cannsmith 2 жыл бұрын

Ugh I could never stand that in esthetics they teach us that lavender is soothing. It’s not and I wish they would stop lying to us

@Selene_Rosara 2 жыл бұрын

@@cannsmith My school brought in an "expert" on essential oils and we had an entire day of instruction about her extensive product range and what they claimed to do. I had a migraine from the smell for days. She actually claimed that lavender was inert and that because of the modern world we're "more sensitive" and likely to develop an allergy because of it. 🙄

@mia.dx2 2 жыл бұрын

JAMES, I just bought that DHC Cleansing Oil YESTERDAY 😭😭 now I have to review your recommendations for a good one that’s in the same price range

@Hollyhock7 2 жыл бұрын

iUnik Calendula Cleansing Oil, perhaps??

@lovefromlila 2 жыл бұрын

This was a fantastic video, really informative and educational without necessarily trying to be! Logical, good balanced tips to love by, thanks 👍

@mari-bella 2 жыл бұрын

AH JAMES! I loooove this new background, so fun. im glad you're feeling a bit better! 💖

@toniapedd 2 жыл бұрын

I would be so miserable and bored with my skincare routine if it was all fragrance free. I enjoy my routine when the scent experience is pleasant and makes me feel a bit indulgent. If the routine feels a little spa like, I don't dread caring for my skin!

@shagun18 2 жыл бұрын

Well I actually do miss the old background but you said i'll be fine so okayyyy 😅😂 also i agree the fragrance debate is getting too much now I mean move on people there are a lot of other things to be worried about

@sandra37cooks 2 жыл бұрын

I'm like the only new person to skincare lol - it's just this year that I've started learning. So I like all the information and am glad that you don't just say it in one video two years ago...otherwise I would've missed it. So learning about common allergens like fragrance and common irritants like essential oils - remind me please! Again and again lol! I'm old, I forget things!

@kimberlymej8584 2 жыл бұрын

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS CONTENT!!! My brain is ecstatic! FINALLY an youtuber with talent and So Smart! You shouldn’t keep up with this series to give you take on unpopular opinions and misinformation. Loved it 👏👏👏

@AKbaby89 2 жыл бұрын

I have acute adult allergies after a chemotherapy treatment I did years ago, and I literally became allergic to a med I had taken for over a decade, overnight. Luckily I was in the ER when they gave me the med and I went into anaphylaxis, I definitely wouldn't be here if I went into anaphylaxis anywhere else. But yeah, I'm more susceptible to having acute allergies, but literally anybody can have that happen. Allergies come and go, so yeah, just because you're not allergic to something now doesn't mean you'll never be allergic to it

@lauryn6037 2 жыл бұрын

i hope you’re doing well!!

@erinmoore9681 2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations to you in your cancer recovery and thank you for saying this!

@AKbaby89 2 жыл бұрын

@@lauryn6037 I am, thank you! I'm having my 11th surgery next month and I'm hoping it'll get me healthy enough to work again🤞🤞

@Daniih800 2 жыл бұрын

It took me a long time to realize I have an allergy to specific "fragrance" essential oils/extracts as well as a general allergy to parfum which varies pretty greatly. I usually just avoid fragrance/essential oils because it's not worth having my face swell up or to get a rash. Also I used to overly trust dermatologists, but that changed after I went to one for the first time and was told the only way to get my acne under control was to go on Acutane. And when I told her I wouldn't/couldn't afford it, she would keep bringing it up at every appointment. Really turned me off from dermatologists in general

@AKbaby89 2 жыл бұрын

I love the new background! I said it in the last video too, but man it looks nice! 🙌🙌

@iLeaveYouWithHugs Жыл бұрын

This is such a well done video. I'm so glad you did this! If people start coming at me about mildly "problematic" things in beauty, I want to direct them to this video.