I have a Motto: Save When You Can, Spend When You Need To, & Splurge When You Feel You’ve Deserve It!
I love to shop! In fact, my husband has always said that it is far cheaper for me to work, than stay at home. I’m always up for a bargain, but there are some things you get what you pay for. But, there is always an exception to the rule!
I have been a fan of E.L.F Makeup for several years. It is affordable, readily available, and great for specific cosmetic needs. Normally my favorite E.L.F products are the brushes (their kabuki brush is just as good IMO as Sephora’s version), eye shadows & lip glosses. But those items can’t complete an entire makeup collection. Today, I decided to branch out & try a few E.L.F items I haven’t had the chance to test try.
1. High Definition UnderEye Setting Powder:
Working the Overnight shift every other weekend can cause some serious temporary dark circles under the eyes. Honestly, I can’t sleep during the day even when it becomes a necessity, so I take a short nap and by Monday morning I’m exhausted! The High Definition Undereye setting powder does a good job of making those dark circles less noticeable. The powder is light weight & camouflages well. Coverage was even and can be used with or without foundation. I’m sold!! The only draw back is the size of the container. But at $3.00, you can purchase a few at a time and save on shipping or returning to the store to repurchase.
2. Defining Eye Brush:
$1.00 and worth every cent!! The brush is economical and well made. It will not fall apart as you may think.You get a nice application every time & is perfect for eyelid or brow bone. I love their brushes!! I can not find a negative.
3. Mineral Eyeshadow Primer:
I have used many primers in the past, but the eyeshadow primer is a first for me. I find that I do not need it as some may, but as I applied the primer I noticed that it was smooth and instantly became invisible as it was glided on. The primer contains Vitamin A,B & C which is why my eyelids felt as I had just applied moisturizer. At $3.00, it is affordable and the vitamin benefit was worth using the product again.
4. Natural Lash Kit:
$1.00 but I’m not used to it. If your a false eye lash person this is affordable and very natural looking. I’m hoping to become a little braver as i continue to experiment with these. I did notice they were easy to apply and no mess to remove.
LOVE LOVE LOVE!! I love this product. The lip tint is smooth, glides on great, & nourishes. Shea, Coconut, Jojoba & Vitamin E is the perfect combination for your lips. My lips feel silky and gives a nice sheer tint without being overly glossy. Contains SPF so the product is great for the summer months, but can help eliviate pain from chap lips as well. At $3.00 it is worth adding to your lip collection!!
6. Lip Stain:
Not on my list of favorite products. I’m not sure if the product I received was faulty or the product itself is poor quality. I tried the Nude Nector which seemed to be a nice color match for my complexion, but the product did not show on my lips. Lip Stain is a pen-like applicator that create hours of lip color. I applied the stain and could not manage to get stain on my lips. The first application to my lips I could see a faint color, but as I continued the process nothing came out and nothing was visible on my lips. Retails for $2.00. Again, not sure if it was the quality or the product or the product I received was dried out?
7. 32 piece eye Shadow Palette:
At $5.00, this product is a must have for any makeup lover. It is affordable and versatile. You can easily find colors that match your skin tone and can be interchanged as the color trends/seasons change. In fact, at that price you can buy various palettes for all seasons. The only drawback is that each color within the is minimal. That being said, there are so many colors you can create your own colors.
Overall, the products I chose I would most definitely buy again, with the exception of the lip Stain. E.L.F is affordable and versatile. Some of these items would be great to use for everyday use. If you are on a budget or have a young teen, this is a great alternative to buying cosmetics at your local department store. Many of the E.L.F products contain no chemical dyes, no parabens, and contain no preservatives which is perfect for sensitive skin.
What are some of your favorite go-to economical makeup products?
couponfreestuff says
I am a huge fan of ELF . I definitely think less expensive is better in this case!! Thanks so much for the great review!!
Bohemian Babushka says
Well now I know what to ask for on my bday! Thanks for the review- will definitely by buying the concealer and primer.
BB2U
Ellen Christian (@scentednights) says
The eyeshadow palette looks amazing.
Cristi Marashi says
I LOVE E.L.F products! I feel like they are higher quality than a lot of other stuff that might be a bti more expensive. I love how inexpensive their make up brushes are!
I love your motto too!
Cherrie says
You know, I tried ELF and wasn’t very satisfied. This might just make me give it one more try…
Amanda Taylor says
Love ELF…great products from my experience!
Gitanas says
I definitely think that some products are better doesnt matter if they are cheap or not, like some may not…you just have to risk and try some!
Helen Troncoso says
I’m going to try the high-def powder. I love elf’s oil-blotting sheets and eyeliners. I’m not crazy about the eyeshadows, but the blushes are good
Rachel says
Wow, what a great review! So much information here. Thanks for sharing!
Kary says
Wow! $5 for the eyeshadow palette! I got to try it!
Chica Fashion says
Oh nice I would like to try that palette I have a few things of theirs I also love the brushes.
smashbravo says
I actually started using ELF a few months ago and have my faves. I love the mineral mascara, the liner in the pot and the Mineral Lip Tint. I also use the bronzers as my blush. Now I want to try the lip tint. Next time I go to Target I have to grab some.
Desiree says
This is good to know because I like the prices and had one sort of bad experience with them (their gel eyeliner). Thanks!
Lillie Morales-Torres says
ELF is pretty cool.. I like their fluid liner and pro brushes. now i’m curious to try the under eye powder!
jamiegall1930 says
I’ve heard great things about E.L.F cosmetics in the past, but I’ve never actually utilized their products. I’ve learned that I’m okay with spending a little bit of money on makeup because it does make a difference
Ilse Giselle says
I’m going to check out their brushes. I’ve been looking for good brushes but I’ll be honest I’m not looking forward to the crazy price tags of pro brushes.
michele d says
I never heard of them before now but I am willing to give them a try, specially after reading your review. I love trying new make up and I will be trying these out very soon. Thanks for the review.
Connie Roberts (@ConnieFoggles) says
I keep hearing about E.L.F. but still haven’t tried them. With those prices, it sounds like it’s worth it.
Ashley Pena (@BTBAshley) says
I love ELF’s Studio Line brushes. They are awesome. I’m not a fan of their make up but I do like their Setting Spray. My other economical beauty find is Jordana’s Extreme Lash mascara. It’s 42.99 and the bomb!
Marissa says
Keep the tips coming. My daughter keeps getting into the little bit of make-up that I do have and it makes me crazy! She thinks I’m fabulous when I buy her her own. Little does she know I have ulterior motives.
Isabel Garcia (@IsabelGarciaIG) says
I’ve never tried the E.L.F. products. Thank you for sharing your review! They are so economical!
Norah Salazar says
I like some ELF products, not all of them. Their brushes are pretty decent for the price tag, it is definitely an affordable brand with lots to offer.
Marie DeWolfe says
Sounds like great makeup for the price! Great review, I learned a lot about this product.
Carolina Gonzalez (@ninaonthemoon) says
i like your motto! š i have tried some ELF products and they were ok…
Janette says
I love ELF! It’s true that some of their products are better than others, but at a dollar or two a pop I don’t feel guilty trying lots of different products. The eyeshadow primer is one of my favorites, and the brushes are surprisingly nice.
Comiendo en LA says
Lucky girl! I wish I could have the whole ELF line!
Jane Iredale says
I never obey this expensive rule specially when it comes to the cosmetic one. Brand always does not work well while the others is doing much more competitive than those brands.