Amazon Influencer Reality: Dress Pants That Feel Like Leggings + Brand Red Flags

Welcome back to Behind the Storefront — where Amazon Influencers share what really happens behind the buy button. I’m Alysse, an Amazon Top Creator, and in this episode Erica returns from Episode 1 as we talk about the real side of building an Amazon storefront, reviewing products, working with brands, and navigating affiliate marketing behind the scenes. If you're curious about Amazon Influencer income, Amazon affiliate marketing, product reviews, or how creators actually choose what to buy and promote, this episode pulls back the curtain. This week we cover: • Why every purchase is an opportunity • How Amazon Top Creators research before buying • Brand emails that raise red flags • A supplement review that had to be cut • Two Star ASIN finds this week • Real purchases (not gifted) • What showed up at our doors • Prime or Pass snack test • Easy dinner ideas after filming ⭐ STAR ASIN OF THE WEEK Magnesium & Epsom Salt Natural Mineral Bath Bombs (XL 180g) https://urlvue.com/r/486tzdbnhp Dress Pants That Look Like Dress Pants but Feel Like Leggings https://urlvue.com/r/5rbtaghliu If you're searching for comfortable work pants for women, dress pants that feel like leggings, magnesium bath bombs, or muscle relief bath soaks, these are two standout Amazon finds this week. 🛒 PURCHASED, NOT PITCHED Alysse’s Purchases: Bath Bombs (Flash Sale Find) https://urlvue.com/r/t79dhx7ka7 Rolling Backpacks for Kids Travel https://urlvue.com/r/a6cyw4lixd Erica’s Purchases: B12 Drops https://urlvue.com/r/2cvc46tlq0 Electrolyte Powder https://urlvue.com/r/2ghzcw9vsk These are real purchases — not gifted products. 📦 WHAT DID WE OPEN? Shirts https://urlvue.com/r/8ht43jr0d2 Diffuser https://urlvue.com/r/9eu9lafi5i Pink Workout Outfit https://urlvue.com/r/ocyn7juds2 Plastic Dinnerware Set https://urlvue.com/r/ocyn7juds2 🚩 RED FLAG REVIEW Not every Amazon product deserves a glowing review. This week we talk about a supplement shot drink that tasted so bad the entire clip had to be removed from the video — and why transparency matters more than commissions. 📬 INBOX ROULETTE We read a real brand email requesting a first sale milestone before sending product — and discuss how affiliate commission structures work behind the scenes. 🥭 PRIME OR PASS Rip Van Crispy Dunes Dark Chocolate Crispy Sticks https://urlvue.com/r/g8tl7yo8ts Real-time taste test. No script. No hype. 🍽️ FUELING AFTER THE UPLOADS Alysse: Mississippi Mud Roast (easy slow cooker dinner) Erica: Rotisserie chicken bone broth from Costco — pressure cook the chicken and create broth + shredded chicken for multiple meals. 📣 CONNECT WITH ERICA Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/fiftyishaf?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_aipsfshop_69S2EZS6YCVA4NG1NY8Z&language=en-US Podcast: Burn It Down Begin Again Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/1NYAIox0LUl0Dl5tIyqvWL?si=Upge95qrS86SDfDjLHLJTQ Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/burn-it-down-begin-again/id1838738037?i=1000753111079 📣 CONNECT WITH ALYSSE Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/alysseunfiltered Instagram https://instagram.com/alysseunfiltered TikTok https://tiktok.com/@alysseunfiltered Email Alysse.reviews@gmail If it’s sold on Amazon… we’re probably testing it. Subscribe for weekly Amazon Influencer conversations, Amazon product reviews, and behind-the-scenes creator insights.