ANTI- AMAZON Shopping Guide - the BEST indie brands of all time *NOT SPONSORED*

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  • čas přidán 25. 07. 2024
  • These are by far the BEST indie brands I've ever purchased from. None of the links below are affiliate links and this video is not sponsored. xoxo
    Coco and Soy Candles: cocoandsoy.com/collections/je...
    The Mayan Collective Candles: tinyurl.com/themayancollective
    Haus Urban Body Care Line: hausurban.com
    Lifetherapy Bath and Body Line: www.lifetherapy.com
    Sydney Grace Cosmetics: sydneygraceco.com
    Terra Moon Cosmetics: terramoonscosmetics.com
    Unearthly Cosmetics: www.unearthlycosmetics.com
    Coloured Raine Cosmetics: www.colouredraine.com
    CXC Beauty: www.cxcbeauty.com
    Gerard Cosmetics: gerardcosmetics.com
    Anisa Beauty Brushes: www.anisabeauty.com
    BKBeauty Brushes: www.bkbeauty.com
    Gaby Ros Brushes: gabyros.com
    Candy Coma: www.candycomashop.com
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    Ckey Jewels: ckeyjewels.myshopify.com
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  • @jenluv
    @jenluv Před 5 měsíci +73

    Thank you so much for supporting my friend, Tiffany, over at Coco and Soy and my boys over at Candy Coma! This is so sweet of you to dedicate a video to spreading the love to small businesses! You have the kindest heart!

    • @MarlenaStell
      @MarlenaStell  Před 5 měsíci +6

      Thank you my sweet friend!! So happy for your family’s business! Your candies are really good! And Adelina loves the stickers 🤣

    • @Stefistat
      @Stefistat Před 5 měsíci +1

      These candles sound amazing!! I’m definitely going to buy some

  • @terramoonscosmetics6799
    @terramoonscosmetics6799 Před 5 měsíci +122

    Thank you so much for including us Marlena! We are honored to make your list ❤

    • @MarlenaStell
      @MarlenaStell  Před 5 měsíci +13

      YES! Your duochromes are hands down the best I've ever tried!

    • @morganlefay2599
      @morganlefay2599 Před 5 měsíci +8

      Yes! No Amazon, no Temu! Support small business all I can❤

    • @vanessaroediger4829
      @vanessaroediger4829 Před 5 měsíci +4

      Well deserved Terra Moons. Love your products. Thank you for being exceptional!

    • @christinagordon1219
      @christinagordon1219 Před 5 měsíci

      What was the gold shade she swatched on her hand?

  • @aanshi_shah
    @aanshi_shah Před 5 měsíci +68

    Huge respect for you Marlena! You’re so genuinely kind! You’re not just asking people to support small businesses, but actually supporting them yourself.

  • @lynettelovelace744
    @lynettelovelace744 Před 5 měsíci +22

    Sweet Marlena!! Thank you for loving on Lifetherapy and for the inclusion on this list! We are grateful you are enjoying a little self-care time with us and enjoying the fragrances and formulas! We appreciate you!! 😘

  • @themayancollective
    @themayancollective Před 5 měsíci +34

    Thank you so much for your support. You’re so genuine! Thank you for supporting small brands. We love you Malena!

    • @MarlenaStell
      @MarlenaStell  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Love love love your candles!! And love how much detail you put into your brand ❤

  • @monab9080
    @monab9080 Před 5 měsíci +22

    Marlena, we consider you the QUEEN for a reason. Proud to be a Marlena supporter for life!

  • @Frick27
    @Frick27 Před 5 měsíci +31

    Im so happy you’re doing this! It’s so cringe how many big influencers push us to their Amazon shops to just make more money off us. I always shop small business/indie brands 💜💜💜

    • @Stefistat
      @Stefistat Před 5 měsíci +3

      I agree 100%

    • @socalrockergal3727
      @socalrockergal3727 Před 5 měsíci +5

      Jaclyn Hill the biggest offender and she never discloses properly. It’s how she makes money these days.

  • @lee-annek6969
    @lee-annek6969 Před 5 měsíci +17

    Glad you mentioned Sydney Grace. I LOVE their eyeshadows. Shout out to our lovely Mel Thompson RIP. You can support her family by buying the Tiny Marvels palette.

  • @bronwyngavin6076
    @bronwyngavin6076 Před 5 měsíci +9

    I truly don’t understand how Colored Rain isn’t viral. I’ve followed them since 2016. Gorgeous products!

  • @CxCBeauty1
    @CxCBeauty1 Před 5 měsíci +23

    Thank you so much! We are beyond grateful!

    • @MarlenaStell
      @MarlenaStell  Před 5 měsíci +3

      YES! LOVE your multi chrome eyeshadows! Wishing you so much love and success!

  • @MaryLMua
    @MaryLMua Před 5 měsíci +9

    Thank u for supporting woc businesses. U always have and that is notices. As a woman who comes from a family of many colors it is so important to see everyone represented. Thank u for philanthropy also. U r the best.❤

  • @Stefistat
    @Stefistat Před 5 měsíci +11

    Thank you so much for sharing these amazing smaller businesses. They all sound amazing and I will be visiting every site. I much rather support smaller businesses than billion dollar ones. I absolutely love the makeup I’ve purchased from Sydney Grace, Terra Moon, Unearthly Cosmetics, and Coloured Raine. BkBeauty has the best brushes ever. Her face brushes are my holy grails. You’re amazing Marlena. ❤❤❤❤

  • @PhenomenonTwirling
    @PhenomenonTwirling Před 4 měsíci +1

    The fact that every person you mention is either “such a sweetheart“ or “the nicest person“ says as much about you as it does about them. Thank you for looking for the good in other people.

  • @jennvb6625
    @jennvb6625 Před 5 měsíci +18

    What a sweet and kind person to shout out these brands and support others! Thanks for the recommendations!! Xoxo ❤

  • @BeeKay4444
    @BeeKay4444 Před 5 měsíci +9

    Thank you Marlena for your sincerity and thoughtful videos. We as consumers are getting scammed more now than EVER before. So many counterfeit and fake products being sold with zero protection for the consumer.

  • @marygillespie2028
    @marygillespie2028 Před 5 měsíci +15

    Marlena, thanks for such an informative video.
    I can't stop admiring your eyeshadow - please do a tutorial video for your look today!

    • @MarlenaStell
      @MarlenaStell  Před 5 měsíci +3

      I did film this one 😊 It’s on my Instagram from December 11th ♥️

  • @brunabodulica4245
    @brunabodulica4245 Před 5 měsíci +5

    How relaxing is to tune in and see a video from your favorite youtuber, without any drama, always positive and supportive!!! Marlena, youtube OG, making guidelines for the new kids to follow ❤

  • @roxannerutherford3524
    @roxannerutherford3524 Před 5 měsíci +7

    I love supporting Indie brands. Another brand is Bay Harbor Beauty. They have glowing body oil that I love. Baccarat Rouge is my favorite. It smells just like the perfume!❤️

  • @jslilimauve
    @jslilimauve Před 5 měsíci +9

    I love Sydney Grace. Laura and Heather are owners, Heather is the one who makes shadows. They also have amazing cream shadows, cream blushes, lip creams, etc. I tried a lot from them. Best customer service too. Also made in US. That said Id love to see Makeup Geek back with shadows (and more) too, I still own a lot and love them so much. p.s. From Coloured Raine I only have some singles and theyre bomb indeed, so shiny and smooth !

  • @codenamehoneytattoos
    @codenamehoneytattoos Před 5 měsíci +6

    You are seriously one of the best beauty creators on here. You constantly bring us amazing content. Thank you for being genuine and super helpful for all of us who enjoy your videos!!!!

  • @Ana-bu3hh
    @Ana-bu3hh Před 5 měsíci +10

    I would love to support smaller businesses but unfortunately a lot of times their prices are a lot higher, which makes complete sense but that means many of us can't afford it. But thank you for doing these videos.

    • @simple_naildesigns
      @simple_naildesigns Před 5 měsíci

      Agree 😌

    • @LindsayD228
      @LindsayD228 Před 5 měsíci +2

      My word, THIS! I wish folks could understand and respect the privilege to be able to just boycott things like Amazon and such.

  • @jenniferokeefe367
    @jenniferokeefe367 Před 5 měsíci +5

    Love this! I have been a subscriber for many years and I love the way you share other business owners. You are such an awesome human and I have loved so many of your recommendations that I can’t wait to try more!

  • @Sashas-mom
    @Sashas-mom Před 5 měsíci +5

    Classic Marlena move ♥️ always out in front 🙏🏻ahead of her time. 👑 Setting a beautiful example. Also some amazing recommendations. 😊

  • @CkeyBeauty
    @CkeyBeauty Před 5 měsíci +2

    Coulored Raine is OMAZING!!!! I definitely want to try the brushes you showed

  • @abymuri04
    @abymuri04 Před 5 měsíci +5

    Supporting other brands like the great woman you are 🙌🏼

  • @prinzessin-garstig3909
    @prinzessin-garstig3909 Před 5 měsíci +4

    I would love some Tutorials with these products ❤

  • @munzartstudio
    @munzartstudio Před 5 měsíci +5

    You are so genuine and honest. Loved all your recommendations and checked all the links. Thank you so much.

  • @CkeyBeauty
    @CkeyBeauty Před 5 měsíci +2

    Marlenaaaaaaaaa you are the sweetest and most genuine person and have remained the same throughout the years!!!! I love you ladyyyyy 💜

  • @didikennedy9079
    @didikennedy9079 Před 5 měsíci +9

    Seriously almost every time I buy something on Amazon, I am SO disappointed. I’m just going to boycott it honestly. This is golden and I’m so going to check out these companies. SUCH a good idea for a video.

  • @katytaters1552
    @katytaters1552 Před 5 měsíci +5

    You're so very generous Marlena! Hope you know that you make the list as well!

  • @latherandlace
    @latherandlace Před 5 měsíci +9

    I dont watch IG so i missed your eyelook there. I watch CZcams. Hopefully you can do those looks here. These products are awesome!

  • @shereeadziadoolin2286
    @shereeadziadoolin2286 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Thankyou for a great video supporting other woman and there business. You are such an authentic classy woman. I love watching your video’s. 😍

  • @mintkandi22
    @mintkandi22 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Colored Raine is SUCH an underrated makeup brand! The Queen of Hearts palette was iconic! The ABH Renaissance palette could never!

  • @EmorettaRobinson
    @EmorettaRobinson Před 5 měsíci +3

    This is a really good list of brands to try. I have nothing against Amazon. But do like hearing about small brands or other companies to support. The reflection in the eye shadows looked amazing. The candy looked delicious. And I had no idea that there are lip glosses with little lights in them. That's a really cool idea. Btw, Marlena your eye makeup looks so pretty in this video.

  • @Ok-cb5lw
    @Ok-cb5lw Před 5 měsíci +4

    This type of video is so refreshing to see. Thank you.

  • @natvargas81
    @natvargas81 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Thank you for speaking on all of these brands. Can’t wait to try a few!

  • @yolandazelov1835
    @yolandazelov1835 Před 5 měsíci +3

    THANK YOU so much for bringing all these wonderful entrepreneurs to the light and for your support using your platform, what a genius idea!!!..I personally tired of making Amazon wealthier each year( they're not selling best quality) meanwhile middle class is going down..kudos to Marlena..

  • @marciabeth1763
    @marciabeth1763 Před 5 měsíci +4

    Thanks so much Marlena for this video! Some of the items aren''t for me (I love candles, but not scented due to a migraine issue) but some of the makeup items look fantastic and your endorsement means so much. Support indie brands, especially those made by women! Best always x

  • @soniaalvarado5372
    @soniaalvarado5372 Před 5 měsíci +2

    I loved this video. I’ve never heard of any of these small businesses. I’m happy to support them.

  • @milette80
    @milette80 Před 5 měsíci +3

    I love the recognition you give to others ! I would like a similar video to discover new one every year !

  • @MsSavvy9
    @MsSavvy9 Před 5 měsíci +4

    Great brands! Some of them I had not heard of, and my interest is peaked! The ones that I know are some of my faves.

    • @MarlenaStell
      @MarlenaStell  Před 5 měsíci +1

      These are all so amazing! Some of my favorite products

  • @belaytriks
    @belaytriks Před 5 měsíci +7

    Perfect!
    I still want a revival of Make Up Geek!

  • @lizziewalker9374
    @lizziewalker9374 Před 5 měsíci +4

    Thank you a million times over, Marlena for shining a light on the small owned businesses! I love, love supporting small business. A few of these I already have their links so I am so happy to have more. When we show up for each other in this way we all win. ♥

  • @karenscookingkorner
    @karenscookingkorner Před 5 měsíci +3

    Love this!!!!! I will absolutely be buying something 😊 Ordered Down By The Sea Coco candle, cannot wait till it arrives 💕💕💕

  • @audreyso1201
    @audreyso1201 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Hello Marléna, I love your energy and your kindness. Thank you for sharing🧡🧡🧡

  • @Kristyn.roberts13
    @Kristyn.roberts13 Před 5 měsíci +2

    This was fabulous... thank you so much for sharing all these women owned brands and their products! I'd rather support them and enjoy awesome products made with passion than big corporate companies churningout stuff!❤

  • @shanrshan1
    @shanrshan1 Před 5 měsíci +4

    What a fun& different video!!! Love this!! ❤

  • @anasmo22
    @anasmo22 Před 3 měsíci

    This is such a great concept for a video, thank you Marlena!!

  • @sayuriisme9728
    @sayuriisme9728 Před 5 měsíci +6

    Marlena can I just say…you are BEAUTIFUL!! I have been following you for well over 10 years and your sincerity, good will and genuine kindness have never changed! God bless you for ALWAYS supporting others in this space. You are a jewel my queen❤

  • @katiacalejomora2480
    @katiacalejomora2480 Před 5 měsíci +5

    Thank you for sharing; I just bought the body cream Grounded by Life Therapy. My brother recently passed away from a stroke; her story touched me. Can’t wait to receive the cream.

    • @chooselifetherapy
      @chooselifetherapy Před 5 měsíci +1

      I am so sorry to hear about your brother, so very hard. 🙏🏻 I hope the Grounded scent brings you a little sense of comfort! Xx Lynette

    • @katiacalejomora2480
      @katiacalejomora2480 Před 5 měsíci +1

      @@chooselifetherapy Thank you 🙏

  • @1darkangel856
    @1darkangel856 Před 5 měsíci

    Definitely going to look into some of these brands.. I got the Anisa brushes last year because of you and I love them! Thank you!

  • @vanessarondinone5181
    @vanessarondinone5181 Před 5 měsíci

    You're amazing, Marlena! Thank you for bringing these brands to our attention! ❤

  • @joettatidwell544
    @joettatidwell544 Před 4 měsíci

    Your makeup is flawless.
    Thank you for your content.
    I loved the one about foundations, and how to apply. With a brush or sponge.

  • @madelinesmith6306
    @madelinesmith6306 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I appreciate this type of video so much! I would love to see more of these please!!!!!

  • @pamcooke61
    @pamcooke61 Před 5 měsíci

    I can’t tell you how much I love your videos. They are truly inspiring and full of good information. Thank you!

  • @Regelica_Skincare
    @Regelica_Skincare Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you so much, Marlena, for supporting female-owned direct-to-consumer brands. There's so much more work, passion, and innovation that goes into such products. You get much more value for your money instead of paying for middlemen.💌

  • @reddragonfly1788
    @reddragonfly1788 Před 2 měsíci

    You are just the sweetest person 👍🏼 nice recommendations. Thank you 😊

  • @joanbruun1299
    @joanbruun1299 Před 5 měsíci +1

    so much nice produckts thanks so much for sharing it all :-) i keepts starring at the lamps in your background those are so stylish

  • @anisabeauty569
    @anisabeauty569 Před 4 měsíci

    We're honored to be included! 🥰💜 Thank you so much for featuring our brushes, Marlena! 😘💜

  • @amelalobeidli
    @amelalobeidli Před 5 měsíci +1

    Loved this from you, BTW I never heard of these brands, looks so good ❤

  • @SaEarth0
    @SaEarth0 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Wonderful video this is what all influencers need to do!!! 💘💘

  • @m.e.5
    @m.e.5 Před 5 měsíci

    I love supporting indie and esp women [of color]. TYSM Marlene-this’ll def help w my kit

  • @Crystal-yp4mi
    @Crystal-yp4mi Před 5 měsíci +3

    Ohhh thank you so much Marlena!!!!

  • @espiritudorado22
    @espiritudorado22 Před 5 měsíci

    I love the anti-amazon shopping concept! I do my absolute best ordering from small businesses, we need them to stay and not huge corporations which are solely for their own profit. Huge respect for you putting this out there!!

  • @leonoregatti5143
    @leonoregatti5143 Před 5 měsíci +1

    love your video i just found you and am so interested in lots of products you have shown, thanks

  • @pegah_pegah
    @pegah_pegah Před 5 měsíci

    Huge respect to you for this great video❤❤❤❤

  • @CinnamonGirlBeauty
    @CinnamonGirlBeauty Před 5 měsíci

    You’re the best! Love your eye look today! 😍

  • @73dwassell
    @73dwassell Před 5 měsíci

    Marlene is the most sweetest supportive person ever who seems like she would be the greatest friend a truly kind soul

  • @lisasavignano-gt3cd
    @lisasavignano-gt3cd Před 23 dny

    Watching this video again cause I love discovering other brands. Please do another one of these Marlena!🙏😊

  • @CorneliaS0308
    @CorneliaS0308 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Coloured Raine is such an OG brand. ❤ loveeeeeee them

  • @tnprincess888
    @tnprincess888 Před 5 měsíci +2

    You are a gem, and I will be checking this out.

  • @lisag9036
    @lisag9036 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Welp. There goes my paycheck 😂❤😂. I need items from every single brand you featured! Thanks Marlena!!!! Appreciate you as always.

  • @brenbren1130
    @brenbren1130 Před 5 měsíci

    I was looking for need brushes to buy. Thanks for the recommendation.

  • @rachelgarnsey2430
    @rachelgarnsey2430 Před 5 měsíci

    Just ordered Coloured Raine eyeshadow pallettes. Love the colors can't wait to get them. Would never have known about any of these brands. So thanks to All the Women.

  • @klue30
    @klue30 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you for the recommendations ❤❤

  • @574shelley
    @574shelley Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing all your favorites. Can you please tell me what color of eyeshadows I should use for blue eyes and I’m a brunette? Especially on the Terra colors. Thank you so much. ❤❤❤

  • @lindajames5065
    @lindajames5065 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Oh Wow , SG Shadows look So Smooth and Pretty. And I love the other metallic ones too. I got a Anisa foundation brush a few months back and love it. I’ve also purchased a couple of BK beauty brushes, they are great also.
    Have a Awesome weekend Marlena 😃🤗👍🏻
    Texas Lady🖐🏻

    • @MarlenaStell
      @MarlenaStell  Před 5 měsíci

      You too Linda! Have a great weekend :)

  • @cassoudennard
    @cassoudennard Před 5 měsíci

    thank you for doing this Marlena. time to acknowledge our INDIE BRANDS!!!

  • @MariaMadeleine2809
    @MariaMadeleine2809 Před 5 měsíci

    This video is so you, Marlena. That's all I'm gonna say... ❤❤❤
    Love and light from Denmark, Scandinavia 🥰

  • @denisemarie6131
    @denisemarie6131 Před 5 měsíci

    Fabulous!! My dental hygienist was telling me about freeze dried candy that won’t stick to my teeth. Thank you, Marlena!

  • @annetteholmes4525
    @annetteholmes4525 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you, will give them a try

  • @irisk934
    @irisk934 Před 5 měsíci +6

    I still have and use my coloured Raine Queen of Hearts palette! I know it's expired but honestly the pigmentation is still incredible. It makes me happy every time I use it

  • @SlackSlackSlackSlack
    @SlackSlackSlackSlack Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great idea! Only ossie is delivery when not based in USA. But love the concept ❤❤❤

  • @whereisleigh
    @whereisleigh Před 5 měsíci +2

    Amen sister!!! Yes!!

  • @janegaton4109
    @janegaton4109 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you for this video. I love sponsoring small businesses and will be purchasing a lot from the links you provided.❤

  • @brandyrobinson9014
    @brandyrobinson9014 Před 5 měsíci

    Definitely will be trying these businesses!

  • @marias2656
    @marias2656 Před 5 měsíci

    Can you do a hair tutorial on this look !! You look so beautiful!

  • @dyoungerman.
    @dyoungerman. Před 5 měsíci +2

    Beware... Sydney Grace shadows are addicting! I found my absolute perfect shades to make my custom palette a few years ago, and I keep discovering new mattes & pressed pigments for accents.

  • @jill_the_organized_hoarder
    @jill_the_organized_hoarder Před 5 měsíci

    Awesome video ❤❤❤

  • @CrystalLynnBeauty
    @CrystalLynnBeauty Před 5 měsíci +1

    Moontide by terra Moons is my favorite!

  • @vhelma21945
    @vhelma21945 Před 5 měsíci

    Yes, tried my best to shop locally ❤

  • @Sonicman415
    @Sonicman415 Před 5 měsíci +1

    This is such cool content.

  • @jackieturner4144
    @jackieturner4144 Před 5 měsíci +2

    the reason I buy so much on amazon is I live in the uk and can't always get the stuff sold in the us and when I can I have to pay for delivery and tax on delivery so then it works out more expensive xx

  • @nancymccormick7567
    @nancymccormick7567 Před 5 měsíci

    Love BK Beauty everything!!

  • @KellyWalsh-rf1gu
    @KellyWalsh-rf1gu Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great video

  • @acostahelen1
    @acostahelen1 Před 5 měsíci

    I WOULD LOVEEE A HOME TOUR 🙏🏼💞

  • @melissacallia4230
    @melissacallia4230 Před 5 měsíci

    Small businesses sell through Amazon too! I love Vimergy. If you haven’t used their Lemon Balm for your PMS, cramps, and anxiety you haven’t LIVED 💕

  • @CarmenScentrix
    @CarmenScentrix Před 5 měsíci +3

    I love this!!! I try very hard to stay away from Amazon. I never shop Shein, Wish, or Temu!
    But I also don't really know where to shop. I shop locally or try random brands online but have to do so much research that sometimes I give up.
    I wish more reviewers did small businesses!! Thank you!❤

  • @tc7909
    @tc7909 Před 5 měsíci

    Another great small sister owned brand is RX candles. My fave is fig

  • @kymee4002
    @kymee4002 Před 5 měsíci

    Sydney Grace shadows are the best 😍