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Today, I'm going to be bringing you some of my Loves and Let Downs from the brand E.L.F. Most people who enjoy playing around with makeup have heard of E.L.F. but if you haven't, I suggest you check them out. You can find all their products at their website: eyeslipsface.com.
I'm going to start with the Let Downs (to get those out of the way), and then we'll move onto talking about the products I just love love love!
Let Downs:
1. Elf Lip Exfoliator
I've used this several times over the last couple weeks, and I have to say I have mixed feelings about this product. The packaging is fantastic! It comes in a lipstick tube that is incredibly easy to just pop in your purse or even slide into your pocket. However, when it comes to the product itself, I'm disappointed. My lips have the tendency to dry out quickly, leaving behind lots of dried, dead skin. After using this exfoliator, my lips stayed pretty much the same. Gross. Most of the dead skin still remained, and I was left to soften my lips another way. Overall, a poor quality product, in my opinion.
2. Elf Super Glossy Lip Shine
I was looking for a clear lip gloss I could put over some of my ultra matte lips from ColourPop. I found this at my local super market and decided to pick it up. I wish I hadn't. The packaging is average, at best; though I did like the applicator. The product itself is like your everyday, run-of-the-mill lip gloss. It smells like a lip gloss and tastes like one too. The worst part about the product though is how sticky it is. It is awful! It never sets on your lips well, but remains gooey and gross. Maybe I'll try it in one of their actual shades, but...
3. Elf Cream Eyeliner
Now, not liking this product may be my own fault. I'm not very skilled with putting on eyeliner anyway; especially one in a pot like this. The packaging is very sleek, which I like. When I opened it for the first time, it was not good though. The eyeliner had separated from the actual container, and sitting inside was just this chunk of eyeliner. Application was an absolute mess. Maybe I purchased one that was a dud, but it was difficult to apply and very patchy.
Loves:
1. Elf Tone Correcting Powder
Oh. My. Goodness. I love this stuff! The packaging is incredibly sleek looking, and very sturdy. I use this as a setting powder for my foundation and concealer, and it works wonders! It sets everything beautifully and my concealer lasts almost as long as I have my makeup on. As for the color correcting properties, I think it does a decent job. It dims any redness I have, which is a big problem for me, but it doesn't make it vanish like a powder foundation would. Fall out is BIG problem though, so if you purchase this powder, use a very light hand. I mean, just do a dab or two into the pan with your brush, and that's it.
2. Elf Contour Brush - Small
This tiny brush is fantastic! First off, it is incredibly soft to the touch, which is pretty amazing for a $3 brush. The size is just perfect for getting into the crease of your eye, or even the inner corner, which is where I use it most. It picks up a lot of color, so make sure you tap of any excess before applying. Overall, a lovely brush for the price! (I definitely plan on buying more).
3. Elf Shadow Lock Eyelid Primer
I wouldn't exactly say this product is an absolute love for me, but it does the job so I put it in. It definitely helps keep your eye shadow in place throughout the day, which is wonderful considering how cheap it is. With that being said, it does have some cons that would make me consider trying other primers (either from ELF or some other brand). I have a tendency to have my eye shadow wear off in my crease, and for the most part, I think it kept that from happening. But not all the time, which is a bummer, especially when I spend a good amount of time on my eyes. Also, it dries out pretty quickly in the tube. Overall, if you're looking for an eye shadow primer, give this a shot. It works; just not as well as other primers.
4. Elf Complexion Brush
This is an handy brush to have in your collection! The look of the brush is very sleek. It's not the softest brush I own, but it still works perfectly well for helping me apply my powder. I use it with the Tone Correcting Powder I mentioned above. It's a good brush to have, if you're just starting out with makeup and you don't want to shell out a lot of money. Overall, it's a good brush and I would repurchase it.
That's it, friends! As you can see, I haven't tried a lot of E.L.F. products, but I still wanted to talk about the products I have used before. Overall, E.L.F. is a great brand and I plan on purchasing more of their items to test out and review for you all. This list is definitely going to grow! If there are any particular products from this brand you would like me to review, leave a comment down below and I'd be happy to!
Have a wonderful day!
Laura
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