BEST & WORST OF ELF COSMETICS! WHAT TO BUY & WHAT TO AVOID

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  • Опубликовано: 7 янв 2025

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  • @stellafoufas6102
    @stellafoufas6102 Год назад +122

    I love ELF I used to ONLY buy high end and luxury but then a friend turned me onto ELF and it opened me to other drugstore makeup and now I’m saving lots of money lol. Only place I still spend the big bucks is eyeshadow I’m definitely a high end eyeshadow girly. Thanks for all your info and input and all the hard work you put into these videos❤

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +6

      Thank you so so much for watching! It honestly means so much to me! 💗 I’m definitely a big elf fan too. 😍

    • @bertkesurf
      @bertkesurf Год назад +10

      Drugstore has come a long way, give them a good chance. I'm the opposite, I only buy drugstore brands, because I can find everything I need at under $20, and it all expires regardless of the price tag.

    • @stellafoufas6102
      @stellafoufas6102 Год назад

      @@bertkesurf I’m definitely giving it a good go and I’ve found so many things I really enjoy🙂

    • @junkiie
      @junkiie Год назад +2

      same! investing in good multichromes or duochromes/shimmers

    • @MsFlamingFlamer
      @MsFlamingFlamer Год назад +4

      Same. I was Sephora rouge and now I love the hell out of ELF

  • @aniolive
    @aniolive Год назад +8

    I love so many Elf products...hydrating camo concealer, flawless finish foundation, camo powder foundation, srsly satin lipsticks, sheer lip slicks, primer infused bronzers and blushes, putty primer, new classics eyeshadow palette, bite size eyeshadow palettes and cheek palettes, brow pomade, brushes.

  • @erica1898
    @erica1898 Год назад +37

    Elf is definitely stepping up their game! Love this video! Take care ❤

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      Yes! They have come such a long way. 🙌 Thank you for watching! 🥰

  • @Sayyadeea
    @Sayyadeea Год назад +36

    I agree they could use more foundations. They used to have a really nice serum foundation, the Beautifully Bare foundation. It was a bit ahead of its time. They could bring it back under new marketing with skin tints so popular now.

  • @melissakessler77
    @melissakessler77 Год назад +8

    I love the elf Halo Glow pink powder! I bought it months ago when pink powders started gaining popularity and I love it. It is unscented, unlike the higher end brands (Huda, Givenchy, etc.) and it is so soft and finely milled!

  • @chericoffman6321
    @chericoffman6321 Год назад +7

    I love me a good e.l.f. video. I have a sentimental attachment to e.l.f. When I couldn’t afford high end products, I could afford e.l.f. and still use it. I got my daughter started on makeup with e.l.f. I wish they would come back with the acne fighting foundation. Even with dry skin, I loved that foundation.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      I love that so much! That was definitely the case for me as well. I remember when they have their $1 and $3 lines!

  • @NatalieYTFoster
    @NatalieYTFoster Год назад +3

    I have also decluttered all my other powder foundations. I have just repurchased my third one.

  • @karensonnentag1882
    @karensonnentag1882 Год назад +7

    Elf has great skin care! Their moisturizers are so good, the Nourishing night cream is so great. If you haven't tried any yet definitely worth it.

    • @stellafoufas6102
      @stellafoufas6102 Год назад

      Now you got me on elf website checking the skin care lol. Have u tried the retinol? I’m turning 43 and probably should start incorporating that in my routine.

    • @karensonnentag1882
      @karensonnentag1882 Год назад

      Haven't tried the retinol yet, I am using one from a different company but when I'm done with it I am going to try it. I would recommend starting with the holy hydration and nourishing night cream.

    • @stellafoufas6102
      @stellafoufas6102 Год назад

      @@karensonnentag1882 thanks🙂

  • @kjc4779
    @kjc4779 11 месяцев назад +3

    9:15 they used to have the mirror and the packaging was nicer than the plastic one, I like the old packaging since im a sucker for packaging 😂

  • @jackieturner4144
    @jackieturner4144 Год назад +3

    I went shopping for cosmetics this Monday I bought number 7 lift and illuminate foundation I do have very dry skin and thought it would be a good choice as I wouldn't need to powder when I applied it on my skin it was dead flat matt which wasn't a good look I went back to the store and purchased the elf halo glow to mix with they didn't have the spf it was out of stock I bought 2 of the elf illuminate blushes and the difference these make has saved the foundation I was made awear of these products through your channel the information and knowledge you spread with your channel is priceless thankyou for looking for and trying all these products it's a life saver xx

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад

      Thank you for leaving such a nice comment! That seriously means so much to me! 💗I’m so glad you were able to find some products that worked well for you.

  • @sunflowers6172
    @sunflowers6172 Год назад +5

    I bought my first elf product from Dollar Tree😂
    Thank you for your help with the best products. Looking for some good, affordable products.

  • @viobliterator
    @viobliterator Год назад +19

    I got the CC cream because I heard it was a dupe for the It cosmetics one... I couldn't disagree more imo. It's so full coverage that I feel like if I don't use a sponge or mix it in with something it looks really cakey and heavy. I want to love it!

    • @hugobautista1086
      @hugobautista1086 Год назад +2

      thanks I was about to buy it

    • @cmool
      @cmool Год назад

      Agree, it looks so cakey on me!

    • @magdalenaborek8350
      @magdalenaborek8350 7 месяцев назад

      I’ve had it cosmetics before and elf is definitely even higher coverage, less oily and has to be applied in small amounts, with a sponge. I wouldn’t call it a dupe.

  • @bonnieb2630
    @bonnieb2630 Год назад +4

    Some of my favorite ELF products that I think people sleep on are the brushes. I have quite a few and would put them up against my more expensive brushes any day. The foundation blending brush and stippling brushes are my favorite.

  • @lisasmith7
    @lisasmith7 Год назад +2

    I haven't done an ELF haul in ages. Lots of goodies. Have a great weekend ❌️ ⭕️

  • @mistichristensen7088
    @mistichristensen7088 Год назад +3

    I LOVE so many ELF products!!!!! 💛🌻

  • @kathybrou1340
    @kathybrou1340 Год назад +5

    I have very dry sensitive skin. I love the powder foundation. I can wear it as a foundation with no problems. Very unusual for me.

  • @lavayuki
    @lavayuki Год назад +4

    Elf is the only drugstore brand I use, they made great quality stuff.

  • @wordsfromleetoyou
    @wordsfromleetoyou Год назад +6

    I feel like your hair grows really fast, and I thought *mine* did 😯 But I love the combo of makeup and black top/gold necklace. I know it's too early, but it really looks like a late summer/early fall vibe! Like the *most subtle* witchy look ever 😍I could see it with an even smokier eye too. 🖤

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +3

      Oh my gosh thank you! I seriously love that so much! I’m think I’m ready for fall and all of the fall looks even though it’s still July. 😂🙌

    • @wordsfromleetoyou
      @wordsfromleetoyou Год назад

      @@AndreaMatillano Honestly, same. Fall has been my favorite time for as long as I can remember-I feel like I could write a little essay about it. 😄Or, with my background, some kind of ode or sonnet lol that sounds pretty cool actually 🤔

  • @NormaRodriguez-ed8bk
    @NormaRodriguez-ed8bk Год назад +1

    Oh wow I truly love when you review Elf products I not only add to my in basket but I learn so much about each product. Thank you ❤

  • @mariemorrell9475
    @mariemorrell9475 Год назад +1

    Love your videos! I watch them every morning while doing my makeup.

  • @notimportant123
    @notimportant123 Год назад +5

    The power grip is water based so I only wear it with water based foundations. So I'm excited to try the liquid poreless because most foundations are silicone based and this will be compatible.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +3

      Yes! I know a lot of people say the Power Grip causes a lot of their foundations to separate so I think this could be more ideal to pair with different formulas. I hope you love it as much as I do!

  • @saharvarona
    @saharvarona Год назад +1

    Oh! I loved the cookies n dreams collection lip exfoliator! Had a video on the collection, not my fave eyeshadow pallet but the glosses were great!

  • @jackiesparrow6974
    @jackiesparrow6974 Год назад +3

    My favorites are the luminous putty blushes and O Face satin lipsticks. I love a lot of ELF products too though! Thanks for the video! I added some new things to my cart. ❤

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      Definitely two of my favorites too! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! 🥰

    • @stellafoufas6102
      @stellafoufas6102 Год назад

      The O face lipsticks are chefs kiss… I’m sure I’ll never buy high end satin lipsticks again and the new triangle lip pencils are pretty impressive too!

  • @Nadyia307
    @Nadyia307 Год назад +3

    Thank you so much for this comprehensive review, I’m glad this came out before I purchased any more ELF, I was so disappointed with the Halo Glow blush, but I may go ahead and purchase the primers now. I also agree about the mascara, best one I’ve used to lift and separate the lashes!

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! I really appreciate it!

  • @ellamcintosh909
    @ellamcintosh909 Год назад +2

    I love many Elf products and I love your videos 😊. Thank you for making them !

  • @debedwards1717
    @debedwards1717 Год назад +3

    That’s true about makeup. I remember trying a CoverGirl foundation that EVERYONE raved about but I absolutely hated it so much I threw it in the bin. 😂

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +3

      That definitely happens to me more often that I would like haha!

  • @robertax7171
    @robertax7171 Год назад +1

    Hi, do you have an all time favourite skin tint to suggest? Thank you.

  • @SheReaDelSol
    @SheReaDelSol Год назад

    your makeup looks soooo pretty!

  • @vanessawatkins7482
    @vanessawatkins7482 Год назад +1

    When you brought up bronzer that you used to use...Idk...i automatically thought of the balm Oliver bronzer.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад

      Oh my gosh! I seriously miss that one so so much!

  • @janfromseattle
    @janfromseattle Год назад +1

    As usual, I learn so much from your videos! Thank you for turning me on to the Holy Hydration line as well as the luminous putty blushes. I’m going to pick up some new products as well. Your recommendations are wonderful and you’ve never let me down. Have a great weekend with the family. XOXO ❤

  • @cherylw.4920
    @cherylw.4920 Год назад +1

    Em could you do the same video high end version? Ty for all you do💕

  • @pinkdiamond345
    @pinkdiamond345 Год назад

    Now I realize why I could not find the lip exfoliator the last three or so times I tried looking for it. I’m glad the changed the packaging because before the bullet would usually break.

  • @michelle1879
    @michelle1879 7 месяцев назад

    Terrific video . I enjoy elf makeup however in Australia it's one of the most expensive drugstore makeup. Cc Camo cream is $35 each and in the end I had to buy 2 shades to get my correct colour

  • @cindywharton5558
    @cindywharton5558 Год назад +2

    I found the whoa glow sunscreen very greasy and couldn't put makeup over it. I used a quarter of a teaspoon as recommended but I hated the finish, maybe I put too much on. I really wanted to love it.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +2

      That happened to me the first few times I used it too! I feel like it’s a little better if you work in layers and really blend it in and then go in with another layer and blend that in separately!

  • @MLLL1234
    @MLLL1234 Год назад +1

    Love the video!! Beautiful look!!

  • @AngiePhiffer79
    @AngiePhiffer79 Год назад +6

    I hate the lash n roll. It is a dupe for Benefit’s mascara but I didn’t like that one either. I just want a dupe for Badgal Bang!

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      I feel like at the rate they've been duping things, we could definitely see that one in the future!

  • @yasimartinez8435
    @yasimartinez8435 Год назад +1

    Love elf products 😍. The new sunscreen blurring primer doesn’t work well with my makeup either. Prefer the glow one. 🥰

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      Oh that's really helpful to know! Thank you for sharing your experience with it!

  • @michellebarak3873
    @michellebarak3873 Год назад +8

    The new makeup remover didn't remove my waterproof mascara and burned my eyes horribly. I definitely would pass. I didn't think I would like the invisible primer, but I do like it more than the glowy one. Who knew. Lol

    • @moondra3481
      @moondra3481 9 месяцев назад

      Same. I just recently bought it (as well as the Walmart brand) and the ELF did the same burned the crap out of my eyes after a good shaking too. The equate brand WOW it reminded me of the Clinique big time.

  • @MsXtineLa
    @MsXtineLa Год назад +1

    The putty primer did work for my combination skin

  • @brigitte9999
    @brigitte9999 Год назад +1

    I love the Lash it Loud volumizing mascara.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      I really love that one! It's been a little while since I've tried it so I need to repurchase it!

  • @bayleightan
    @bayleightan 7 месяцев назад

    love love love the in depth review, thank you!!

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  7 месяцев назад

      Thank you for taking the time to watch! 🥰

  • @louisesharpy
    @louisesharpy Год назад

    It’s funny, i remember waaay back, I bought and tried E.L.F From your recommendations 😂😂😂!! Love this

  • @littleme901
    @littleme901 Год назад +1

    love your videos! so informative and helpful

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад

      That means so much! Thank you for watching my videos! 🥰

  • @nelsonquinney2316
    @nelsonquinney2316 Год назад +1

    Happy Thursday Everyone

  • @lauren_e_a
    @lauren_e_a 9 месяцев назад +1

    Also the putty primer does give a minimal glow

  • @LeahCary78
    @LeahCary78 Год назад +3

    Thank you for sharing your thoughts ❤ i take your thoughts in to consideration when looking for products

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад

      That means so much! Thank you for taking the time to watch! 🥰

  • @earlines4008
    @earlines4008 Год назад +1

    Thank you for the great review.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад

      Thank you so so much for taking the time to watch!

  • @debbiehaslotsofcats
    @debbiehaslotsofcats Год назад

    I found the hydrating core lipsticks very drying too

  • @leahfruchter1276
    @leahfruchter1276 Год назад +1

    I wonder how the elf liquid putty primer compares to the one size secure the blur?

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      I really want to try quite a few products from One Size because it seems like they make a lot of great options for oily skin! I'll definitely keep you posted once I get the chance to try it out.

    • @leahfruchter1276
      @leahfruchter1276 Год назад

      @@AndreaMatillano yes definitely! Thank you!

  • @U-R-Luvd
    @U-R-Luvd 7 месяцев назад

    Very informative video. Thank you

  • @nicoleswingle7946
    @nicoleswingle7946 Год назад

    I tried that CC powder foundation from them, but the color I got leans way too yellow. I cannot return it anymore. Any ideas on how to use that product in other ways? I don't want to throw it away and I don't know anyone that the foundation color would fit

  • @Songbird8302
    @Songbird8302 Год назад

    Andrea, compared 2 the HD powder from ELF, does Halo Glow keep oils @ bay as well or should I not buy Halo Glow?? I'm more combo skin when I was VERY dry.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      I would say the HD powder is more mattifying than Halo Glow! My skin gets more oily with Halo Glow by the end the day!

    • @Songbird8302
      @Songbird8302 Год назад

      @@AndreaMatillano what is your "matte but not flat" recommendation on a loose translucent powder that ISN'T skin tone colored??

  • @gothhankhill69
    @gothhankhill69 Год назад

    aw man, was hoping the contour wands would rival milk's but patchiness is my pet peeve too! I know you've mentioned this a few times in recent videos, but which drugstore lip liner would you recommend?

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +2

      I know I was so sad they didn't work for me! I really love the NYX Line Loud liners, the LA Girl Shockwave liners, and ColourPop's Lippie Pencils!

    • @gothhankhill69
      @gothhankhill69 Год назад

      @@AndreaMatillano thank you! 💓

  • @Mara-ll3js
    @Mara-ll3js Год назад

    have you tried the elf face gel cream in the purple jar? if you did what are your thoughts on it? will you recommend?

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад

      I actually don’t know if I have tried that one! I will have to pick it up and see how it compares to some of their other skincare products I love!

  • @nigahnostalgic
    @nigahnostalgic Год назад +1

    Andrea wat lipstick are you wearing?

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      I'm wearing the elf O Face Satin Lipsticks in Hustle & No Doubt!

  • @jasmineloves2144
    @jasmineloves2144 Год назад +2

    Unfortunately the whoa glow broke me out. I enjoy the power grip. I do enjoy most elf products that I truly love and repurchase but the new launches just don't excite me so they didn't work for me. Besides the contour wand I didn't care for the blush or highlighter

  • @Lovesmakeup4772
    @Lovesmakeup4772 Год назад

    I hope elf comes out with the liquid putty primer in matte and new foundations like a tinted moisturizer 🤞

  • @bellabelle00
    @bellabelle00 Год назад +6

    I usually buy a lot of black owned brands (mented has me in a choke hold), but I cannot shut up about ELF. My only complaint would be they've been discontinuing products that I love.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      Mented lip products are some of my favorites! I've been a big fan of Ami Colé lately too! I agree though- it's frustrating when a brand discontinues some of your favorites.

  • @sherrypettit5552
    @sherrypettit5552 Год назад

    Thank you!

  • @_withjulie
    @_withjulie 11 месяцев назад

    Late here but I just discovered you haha LOVE you already and I ve if course subcribed merci

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  11 месяцев назад

      That means so much! Thank you for watching my videos! 🥰

  • @Killerina
    @Killerina Год назад

    I too think that maybe Elf will release a new foundation soon. Every time I'm in CVS or Target it seems like they're sold out of most of their shades in the current foundation they have.

  • @collado1228
    @collado1228 Год назад

    I thought I was crazy for thinking the elf wands were not good while everyone was raving about them. Glad someone else thinks the same.

  • @fussbrain9161
    @fussbrain9161 Год назад

    I’m so sad about the rebranding of the lip exfoliators! I loved the original packaging with the included lip mask at the bottom, I felt like that was a little secret bonus and now that it’s gone and lip stain packaging over boxy lipstick packaging I hate it ):

  • @nicolemoscatelli7571
    @nicolemoscatelli7571 Год назад +1

    I have dry skin so I really like the way Hourglass powder looks on me. I am always scared to try a different one. For the pricepoint alone going to try the Elf one. If it does not work for me it is literally $8.oo...

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +2

      I hope it will work well for you! Honestly, I'm always shocked by how good it looks on the skin because most powders end up looking so powdery!

  • @nelsonquinney2316
    @nelsonquinney2316 Год назад

    Great Video Andrea Matillano

  • @neneg.4264
    @neneg.4264 Год назад +5

    I'm not a hard core e.l.f. fan but I do like most products I've tried, I was excited to try the Whoa Glow sunscreen since pretty much everybody seem to like it, I finally tried it this morning and... 😳 it's awful!!! to say I ended up looking like the tin man is an understatement, I have dry skin and lean towards more on the dewy/glowy finish side but this is waaaay too much! almost a metallic-like finish 🙅‍♀️ I had to take it off, there's no way I'm gonna walk around looking like a disco ball... unfortunately it's too late to return it so to the trash it goes 🗑️😬 am I the only one that didn't like it?

  • @gigi2k326
    @gigi2k326 Год назад +1

    Dang this is 3 days old? Where have i been. 😅😢😂

  • @saharvarona
    @saharvarona Год назад

    Ooh! I have a review video of the liquid poreless putty primer on my channel ❤ just putting it out there hehe😅 🫶🏼

  • @Anna-zy4ys
    @Anna-zy4ys Год назад

    good info

  • @k.popper2620
    @k.popper2620 Год назад

    I completely agree about the wands! Especially the highlighter and the bronzer, they are awful! The CC cream is also a no-go for me.. Too thick, very dry...ick!

  • @aniolive
    @aniolive Год назад +1

    Elf's skincare is great. Their Pure Skin Moisturizer is heavenly. And I like everything I've tried in their Holy Hydration line.

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад

      I actually don't think I've tried that moisturizer so I'm going to have to check it out!

  • @jocelynsloan7801
    @jocelynsloan7801 Год назад

    Love the cream putty products and the contour wand. Foundations & mascara are meh for me.

  • @kait_herring
    @kait_herring Год назад +4

    I thought I was the only one who was disappointed in the glow wands.. I thought they were terrible! I used to love elf in high school, but as I'm getting older I just do not understand the hype of their products anymore. I feel like they only go "viral" because they're affordable, not because they're actually good.

  • @kristipatterson9952
    @kristipatterson9952 Год назад

    💗💗💗

  • @debedwards1717
    @debedwards1717 Год назад

    The Halo Glow liquid is $35 in Australia!!! That’s a pass from me. 😡

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      Oh my gosh that's so expensive!

    • @christian92827
      @christian92827 11 месяцев назад +1

      halo glow is 20 bucks in canada im inlove the best ever i stopped mac strobe because of elf

  • @lidiatrest5877
    @lidiatrest5877 Год назад

    🌻

  • @pauladedomenico5706
    @pauladedomenico5706 Год назад

    🍉🍉🍉🍉 but I don’t like watermelon. Just really like you

  • @nelsonquinney2316
    @nelsonquinney2316 Год назад

    Omg First Person

  • @deeluther3108
    @deeluther3108 Год назад +1

    Love this Video As Always
    Pretty thumbNail Tho
    You Looking Hella Beautiful
    Makeup Always Look Good
    Nice Ass Cheeks Bones
    Happy Fabulous Weekend Ahead
    Stay Bless N Be safe Always

    • @AndreaMatillano
      @AndreaMatillano  Год назад +1

      Thank you so so much for taking the time to watch!

    • @deeluther3108
      @deeluther3108 Год назад

      Your always Welcome
      Keep Doing Your ThinG