On a more philosophical note, I miss the era of makeup education that was focused on techniques, working with your own features and utilizing the products to their maximum potential, instead of just using the newest coolest products and trendy makeup, there is a place for it, sure, but the basics are irreplaceable.

Came for the makeup, stayed for the humor 💖

Lord Maclean rises again!

“I don’t get it, I think I just imagine getting it so I live in crippling fear” relatable

Babe wake up John Maclean just uploaded a new filum.

Your technique tutorials have helped me turn my life around. I have psoriasis and rosacea, as well as social anxiety and depression, and my confidence was through the floor. I wasn't socialising at all even pre-pandemic, and I was so lonely. I'm not in work due to chronic illness and I rarely left my house or interacted with anybody. I'm not going to claim learning makeup techniques sole-handedly transformed my life, but it was absolutely instrumental in getting me back out into the world, which was the first & hardest step in my recovery. I'm not completely better, I still struggle with anxiety and self esteem, but I no longer hide in my room. I've started volunteering, I have weekly therapy and I'm just starting to develop a social life. It's not just the confidence that makeup gives when it comes to my appearance, it's also the satisfaction of learning and mastering new skills. I can't begin to tell you how rewarding that has been, after such a long period out of work! I'm currently applying to do a master's in Public Health (I'm a doctor) and am planning to begin a career in that field, something that was unimaginable a few years back when I was forced to give up my career due to illness. I've watched all of your back catalogue and am so excited for every new video! Thank you so much (not that I expect you or anyone to read this far.. if you did, I hope you have a wonderful day and thank you for your time 🖤🖤🖤) - Rosie

It's like watching really articulate paint dry

I believe that Dark Lord John is the last content creator that I am truly *fanatical* about. Thank you for blessing us with another seamless fillum.

Hello ageless being of supreme beauty! Thank you for explaining why you use certain products and methods. Its always a joy to watch your fillums and see you work your magic!

Thank you Lord Maclean. I’m 47 and I just now have seriously started wearing concealer and foundation. I have always been militant with skincare, but foundation is tricky. You have helped me now with product choices and technique. I am also struggling with finding a color match because my skin is as light as yours. Thank you rock star.

Your every gesture is so deliberate and graceful. Your videos are so mesmerizing and calming.

"I have texture, I have pores, I have skin." 🧡

Confirmed: Miss Juno Birch has eyeballs, Lord Maclean has skin. Nothing to add, your honor. 💙🖤

I think you missed your calling as a story reader! You speak perfectly and I think you should just read to us all beautiful and peacefully!! We’ll be waiting!

so glad to see you back on KZfaq, and loved the way you explained and demonstrated this. "And you really can see everything in these magnified mirrors, you can see the devil himself in these mirrors." 🤣🤣🤣Well, it's what I look for in my magnified mirror most days 🤣.

Having had severe cystic acne for 20 plus years I've had an awful time with foundation. I'll try this technique. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise 😊

I do not wear makeup and have no real interest in it, but I find your films absolutely enchanting.

Lol ' With these very magnified mirrors you can see the Devil himself in these mirrors"... that made me laugh so hard because I feel the same way. Always ends up with flawless looking skin no matter what... beautiful!! Thank You for this tutorial. I did find it helpful because I do have a scar on both sides of my nose from stitches. Also pores that are very noticeable in the T zone.

I love seeing so much humor in this. You were clearly in such a good mood when you filmed this, It was good to see you my friend.

Thank you for refreshing my neurons again. I so love how you bestow knowledge upon us commoners, my Lord. 🙌

You are absolutely a ROCKSTAR! I was so pleased to awaken to this film!

Currently in bed with an upset stomach. I always find you so calming… timing couldn’t have been better!

Ahhh so great! Thank you for sharing the technique you used on Queen Elizabeth The First! Always, forever, eternally, seamlessssss.

And when the world needed him most.. He returned!

My lord! You’ve graced the peasantry with a beautiful filum! Thank you!

I appreciate your knowledge, skill and that you share it.

I’ve always loved that you use brushes to apply your products. Sponges are nice because they’re user friendly for inexperienced makeup wearers, but I think brushes can accomplish so much that a sponge just can’t!

OMG John, this video makes sense of all the stippling and buffing jargon I see in the industry. My mother (God rest her soul) was first a model, and later a makeup artist. She would've decoded all of this for me. Instead, I have you. Praise all that is good, and thank you! Your advice is priceless.

"Ummm... because I'm a ROCKSTAR" Yes, John. Yes you are, my dear! ⭐️

You're one of the most glamorous humans I've ever come across in my life.

Dear Lord MacLean, thy sense of humor is phenomenal! It is very much appreciated during times such at these ❤️

Ah, my lord. I faithfully drop everything, once again.

I love how you educate us about application, so many videos on makup don't.

Ah, tis but an honor to be blessed by a film of yours lord Maclean. Thank you for once again educating us mere mortals with your infinite knowledge of beauty.

Good lord you are adorable. Make sure you look after yourself and don't go falling off any precipices! World feels so much better with you in it 🌍❤️

I find JM's videos to be therapeutic in their effect. Listening to an expert and professional committed to excellence and perfection is most satisfying.

Yes, dear Sir, you ARE a rock star

The king has returned to us

Hands down, this is THE BEST technique video on KZfaq. Thank you so much for demonstrate!

I can not pretend to understand your level of skill, in a artistic field I so little of. This being said. I think you are a master of you skill. Thank you for sharing.

Your voice is the most satisfying version of ASMR anyone could ask for.

hi John 😊 when you start talking i automatically turn the volume up, so i can absorb and enjoy your voice ( i noticed today) . now of i go to watch the filum and it’s so good to see you!

Thank you for your thorough and in-depth tutorial. I have tried your method, and my 58 year old face seems to transform into a flawless appearance. You are SO professional, yet the average person can adapt the technique. Just brilliant❤️

Good to see you again Lord Maclean! Every time I watch your videos, I feel like I'm getting my PhD in MakeUp Perfection!

This is such a nice part of the internet.

I just adore U 😍🤗!! No one's on your level, just wonderful 😊💞

I was scared at first but it actually turned out amazing.

Wasn't having a good day. Then I saw this video. Thanks for making me smile, John. ❤️

Thank you for making our day / night with this filum!! ❤️

When I watch your film, I learn more than educational videos from my school. Thank you for gracing us your presence. 💓

John, I have been ashame of my complexion all my adult life. I have tried many products and thecniques to correct my face without achieve success until now. I can not find the right words to describe what your videos mean to me. Makeup is an art form and you are a master of your craft. Thank you. You ger me hope.

I just realised. Amazon should cast John in the role of Annatar/Sauron in their upcoming Tolkien show. He has that otherworldly beauty that is beguiling but unapproachable at the same time. Like an alabaster statue. By the way when you said you shave against the grain, i let out an audible gasp. You are a rockstar! I could never!

This is so educational I feel like I should be paying a fee to watch it! I appreciate outlining the products, tools, and technique as well as the context and details of the how and why necessary to reproduce this tutorial. Blessed be, Lord Maclean!

Your skin is so radiant which tells me you take care of your skin and definitely you stay out of the sun. I love listening to you talk , you should really do an audible story , any story and I will listen.

I am so pleased that you are creating KZfaq films again.

You have no idea how much I need this. Greetings and well wishes from Oregon.

Lord McLean is here up again...¡BECAUSE HE'S A ROCK STAR!

Love your gorgeous natural face without makeup so much!! Wishing you much much health, dear John!!❤‍🔥

Dear John your tutorials are a dream. Could you please , please show how to prevent eyeshadow transfer from eyelid to the brow area. It’s driving me bonkers. Xx

This is the best explanation of putting on makeup that I have ever seen and heard - thank you!!! I have mature skin and have finer lines - I look young for being 49!

I just did this method my face looks flawless thank you

You are a great teacher of makeup & your voice is addictive to listen to, I have learnt so much from your vlogs, with humour relaxes the listener , thank you 😊🇬🇧xxxx

You are such a genius! Unfortunately though I have extremely dry skin therefore I cannot use buffing techniques (causes my skin to crack from the friction). If anyone else has similar skin, what I find works best for me is a cushion foundation. Because the applicator is flat and flexible, I find I have more room to get into crevices since it moves with your face and fingers. Also, most formulas for cushion foundation are quite watery so they're easier to blend and 'fill' pores with ease instead of sitting on top like a cream.

"Eh, because I'm a Rock Star." - Preach Lord Maclean.

'I have pores, I have skin'. LOL

I love that you explain the theory / "scientific " reasons behind what you are doing.

This is an example of a useful tutorial. All beauty gurus should take a page out of The Man’s playbook. I actually learned something, rather than listening to mind numbing schlock. Keep up the good work, my lord.

This video changed my life. I've watched a lot of MUAs on KZfaq. I couldn't get liquid foundation to work on my skin, sponges or brushes or fingers, powder or no powder - it would just crack and curdle on my face or show up my pores as white dots. Now I use these techniques and it doesn't matter if I use a £5 liquid foundation or a £40 one - it looks amazing.

Hello my Lord. Welcome back. I always look forward to seeing your videos. Hope you are well & that life is being good to you. Regards Jane in New Zealand 💐

I missed your films so much! Could you perhaps talk about powder products in a similar way/structure? I have incredibly oily skin and use mostly powders for complexion products (foundation, blush, bronzer, contour, all of it) and struggle a lot with eye makeup lasting on me as well

Thank you Lord Maclean⭐️

I love the way you say bye. It’s so cute!

Not only is your sense of humor superb, but you are also one of the most educational makeup artists on KZfaq. Thank you for your filims.

M'Lord, I appreciate this tutorial. ❤

Whoa lovely to see you’ve dropped another video 🥰

Welcome back, Lord. You are as seamless as ever!

Beautiful, Wonderful, Gorgeous Maclean!

I love how you explain the process and take things step by step and never assume that we know how to do even the smallest things when it comes to makeup. ♡♡

Always extremely happy to see a new fillum from you!

About to do my makeup for the night and my texture is at an all time high i’m so glad you posted this!!!!!!

i love that your videos are genuinely helpful as well as entertaining

This is a true tutorial . Anyone who wears makeup must watch this video. What a fantastic teacher and talent he is. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Blessed with another video!

Iconic!!!! I adore you John Maclean!!! ❤️❤️❤️

Just did my makeup now following your tips, I tabbed my face with a cloth after applying the powder and my makeup looked flawless and not cakey even though I used the Maybelline fit me powder which usually gets cakey on me BRILLIANT 💖

I am so overjoyed to see a film from Lord Maclean today! ❤

I love how you explain things! I understand it and it makes sense. And I'm happy to see you popping up more again! Glad you're back! Sending love and hugs from ATX!

I enjoy your films so much. Your beauty and kind demeanor makes me feel I can achieve and mimic your technique. Thank you precious soul.

such grace and eloquence energy. Thanks for your videos. You are mesmerizing and also sooo helpful.

Happy to see you back and flawless as ever!!!😘

thank you, Lord MacLean 🥰

Fabulous!!! Thank you John ❤️

Oh what a treat. I have purposely kept this for my day off so I can spent time with you uninterrupted 🧡

Thank you! You are such a wonderful teacher.

I’ve been watching you all day, thank you for sharing ❤️

You are indeed a rock star!!!! Sending oodles of love to you

I love the thorough explanations - not just how but why as well

I was planning on watching one of your previous films, but finding a new one was a very delightful surprise!

Grateful for another ~filum~ as always, thank you for your articulate and satisfying communication of your learned skills and experience

This was such a joy to watch. Thank you.