topic Re: When a blogger recommends something in Beauty

When a blogger recommends something

I am still oxox — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:41:56 GMT

One of the bloggers I follow on Facebook recommended the perfume Brooklyn Ellis Dear Sky. I am so glad I only bought a sample since I can not stand the smell of it

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Susan345 — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:31:33 GMT

It's always a good idea to start with a sample before buying a new scented or make up product.

Body chemistry has a way of making things smell differently on different people.

More often than not if I think a perfume smells good on someone it doesn't smell so good on me.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

kaydee50 — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 19:49:05 GMT

Fortunately, I don't "blog" and would never buying anything from a "blogger"!!! And agree with previous poster--need to try perfume in person. I'm amazed that QVC/HSN continues to sell perfumes. Too risky!! for me!

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Tinkrbl44 — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:00:18 GMT

@Susan345 wrote:
It's always a good idea to start with a sample before buying a new scented or make up product.

Body chemistry has a way of making things smell differently on different people.

More often than not if I think a perfume smells good on someone it doesn't smell so good on me.

@Susan345 @I am still oxox

I would never take the advice or recommendation from a so-called blogger.

JMO, but people are just too darn gullible.

Even the SPICES you cook with and consume can affect skin chemistry and how a fragrance smells on you.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Tinkrbl44 — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:02:06 GMT

@kaydee50 wrote:
Fortunately, I don't "blog" and would never buying anything from a "blogger"!!! And agree with previous poster--need to try perfume in person. I'm amazed that QVC/HSN continues to sell perfumes. Too risky!! for me!

@kaydee50

ITA .... I never understood the comments Tova used to make about fragrances. Many comments had absolutely nothing to do with the actual scents used.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Franklinbell — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:07:01 GMT

@I am still oxox @So sorry I didn't work for you! I have purchased some recommendations that have worked out and a few that haven't, those have been great donations for friends and family. I get tons of samples and I give most of those away. I have gotten great advice on some things from bloggers. I have many friends that have blogs or are influencers.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

spumoni99 — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:14:19 GMT

I find the website fragrantica helpful and this fragrance doesn't have a good rating there.

I am currently loving chanel chance eau tendre.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

busymom22 — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:25:50 GMT

We live in a really strange time because we have these "influencers" who make money on our clicks and purchases. Their income is dependent on us buying what they recommend. So companies will send them free items and will say "if you like it, we'll pay x$ and you can keep it if you post a positive review, if you don't then no $. You can then see why these influencers are motivated to recommend something even if they might not like it.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Shelbelle — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:29:41 GMT

Fragrance is such a personal thing, we all like dfferent ones and they all smell differently on each of us. When I first started watching the Q in 1995, I loved to see Tova and was dying to buy her fragrances, but I was smart enough to call her salon in LA and ask for samples. They sent me a whole bag of samples and I loved them all. I did same thing with Marilyn Miglin on HSN, and didnt like any of hers.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

smoochy — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:34:16 GMT

Blogging, vlogging, being a so-called influencer..this is the strange world we live in now. It never ceases to amaze me how needy and greedy ppl are. For money, for attention. I have some other thoughts on the topics of idolatry and extreme self- aggrandizing. But cant express them here due to forum rules.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

tansy — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:51:59 GMT

I watch a few YouTubers for makeup, clothing, household goods, and book reviews. I have made some good buys and found items I wasn't aware of. I probably wouldn't buy fragrance that way though 🤷‍♀️

Re: When a blogger recommends something

beach-mom — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:13:14 GMT

I don't watch any bloggers or influencers. Years ago, when influencers were new, I went to a beauty event where they were featured.

First, they were very young and acted like young girls do, giggling and sharing posts on their phones with each other. People were standing there waiting to talk to them.

Second, I knew more about the makeup than they did.

I'm not trying to be "snarky." I'm just telling you about my experience, and why I don't think I need them.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Iwantcoffee — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:18:37 GMT

Today I saw a video by Coffee and makeup for Morphe soft glow veil. She showed swatches of all 4 colors and applied each to her face. This is more helpful than looking at products in a store.

Reading a blog or watching a product video offers additional info about the product, I don't buy products because a blogger recommended it, I buy because I like it and think it will work well for me.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Lovestheshores — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:48:12 GMT

@kaydee50 wrote:
Fortunately, I don't "blog" and would never buying anything from a "blogger"!!! And agree with previous poster--need to try perfume in person. I'm amazed that QVC/HSN continues to sell perfumes. Too risky!! for me!

I'll have to disgree with you. It's not risky if you're buying a perfume or cologne you're familiar with and already use.

I've purchased the cologne my husband uses on QVC many times. I take advantage of the reduced prices and sales they run every so often. The deal I get on QVC for his colgone (Obsession) is better than any deal I could get elsewhere.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Etoile308 — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:03:30 GMT

Fragrances can react so differently on each individual. Trying in person and giving it some time is the only way to know what works.

I never understood why both HSN and QVC don't include those little sample vials or sealed packets with some orders, especially if it's a new fragrance in a line a customer has purchased from currently or in the past.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

spent2much — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:46:27 GMT

I bought Amazing Grace when QVC offered it. I LOVE it. Then they offered Falling In Love. I bought that and love it. Those are the only perfumes I use.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

kaydee50 — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:17:45 GMT

@Lovestheshores You're right. I should have said I wouldn't buy perfume from TV unless I was already familiar with the fragrance. Just like I won't buy shoes from TV unless I already have the brand and know how they fit.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

spumoni99 — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:41:59 GMT

@Lovestheshores wrote:
@kaydee50 wrote:
Fortunately, I don't "blog" and would never buying anything from a "blogger"!!! And agree with previous poster--need to try perfume in person. I'm amazed that QVC/HSN continues to sell perfumes. Too risky!! for me!

I'll have to disgree with you. It's not risky if you're buying a perfume or cologne you're familiar with and already use.

I've purchased the cologne my husband uses on QVC many times. I take advantage of the reduced prices and sales they run every so often. The deal I get on QVC for his colgone (Obsession) is better than any deal I could get elsewhere.

@Lovestheshores If you shop at sams club they have good prices on obsession, also the website jomashop has good prices.

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Grade1Teach — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:19:48 GMT

I have only bought a few makeup items that a blogger has recommended. It has been by people who have the same coloring as me because I am able to imagine it on myself. If it's someone with a completely hair or skin color/tone than me, it's definitely more difficult and I tend not to purchase. I don't think I was ever disappointed in a makeup choice I've made.

That being said, scent is much more personal. I would definitely have to smell it before I buy it. It's a good thing you only bought a sample!

Re: When a blogger recommends something

Shanus — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:23:57 GMT

@I am still oxox I follow several "curly haired" YTbers. I let my hair grow longer and since it's naturally curly/wavy I'm always looking for new ideas to moisturize, gels, mousses, etc.

I was spending too much money on their recommendations while they were raking in endorsements. Now I may watch them, but stopped buying new products. Most seem to be so much the same with different labels.