MAKEUP DUPES? Not Exactly...

[@kathleenkaffeine8696]

The Queen of Dupes has spoken!👑💛

[@jacquelineb8778]

Yes!!

[@jeanieandersoncarpenter9127]

I hate how people call a lower priced item a dupe even when it was invented first!

[@allih8021]

RIGHT? I hate that too! So annoying.

[@jeanieandersoncarpenter9127]

@@allih8021 exactly.

[@Observette]

All I’m gonna say is Tiktok beauty creators are so much more dishonest than youtube beauty creators. I guess it’s because short form content has to always be dialed up to a thousand to grab the viewers attention but I just don’t like that tiktok creators are more focused on virality than quality. So now when I see a tiktok influencer hype up a product (which is basically daily), I just roll my eyes and go look for a youtube review. And more often than not, the youtube review brings it back down to earth.

[@amandawhitlock8607]

First of all, you ARE the DUPE QUEEN. 👑👑But it's nice to see you debunk some of these claims because a lot of influencers just call something a dupe because it looks like something else (the packaging). You're spot on about all of these and I agree with all of your reasoning. It's not about liking high end over drugstore either b/c I like the drugstore stuff better sometimes. It's about acknowledging that they're just different products.

[@JenPhelps]

Thank you so much Amanda! I feel the same way, in some cases I also like the drugstore product better. But just because something is "trying" to be a dupe doesn't mean it succeeded...and sometimes that's a good thing!

[@luvzdogz]

I totally agree with you about the ELF bite size quads. I own several, and generally do like them but the absence of a midtone transition shade is a drawback.

[@20thcenturyrelic]

There's the I Love You A Latte quad. All of the shades are matte, and there's one that might be suitable for a crease shade. Depending on skintone, and taste.

[@luvzdogz]

@@20thcenturyrelic oh yeah, I forgot about that one!

[@Seoulsearch616]

I am starting to have to admit to myself that I would save more money with products I can test first rather than just hoping for the best at the drugstore. Love your reviews! Always so helpful. 🌹

[@tammyherrera7262]

I would love to see this as a series!😍

[@californiadoll6273]

We love an unsponsored queen 🎉

[@polinatalmeltzer450]

I like the way you explain how different makeup formulas work - you don’t say that something is bad or garbage, you’re very respectful to other people’s choices, and that’s not the kind of video when an influencer says something like “this is obviously better bc it’s X and not the Y” or “this is the shit, and this is shit”! Your reviews really help to understand, what to choose and what to expect. Thank you very much for the new one! ❤🎉

[@carolklein8049]

I agree u never seem to put any product down just differences

[@JenPhelps]

Years ago when I was first starting out I would put products down that I didn't like and I remember getting comments from people who really did like them and were offended by what I said. That's when I realized that just because I don't like something doesn't mean that others feel the same way. It made me think harder about WHO a product is actually meant for when reviewing...maybe something that doesn't work on my dry skin can work for oily skin, or something that's glittery or colorful isn't my thing but there are others who love bolder makeup. I am always trying to learn and grow. 🥰

[@polinatalmeltzer450]

@@JenPhelps you really are, and it shows! Have a nice day! ❤️🙏🏽

[@MakeupAgain561]

Yes! I would love this as a series ❤ It’s so helpful-I know a lot of people are trying to save money and think getting a lower cost “dupe” will be the same but in a lot of cases it’s not and you would have been better off just getting the original or something else.

[@tiffanykennedybeauty]

My mom recently took the Hude Nude Light from me and is now using it every day 😂 I'm glad it's finally getting the love it deserves.

[@yourfuturewaifu9061]

Nothing like mama seal of approval.

[@loridobos7174]

Jen, you and Risa are the dupes queens. In fact she did give you a shout out during a recent video on dupes.

[@JenPhelps]

Yes! I was watching her video and was so surprised to hear my name pop up! 🥰

[@LenaSheppard]

Thanks for doing this. I trust you completely. I hope that you're doing well & you're all healed & recovered. You look great. I appreciate you being here for us !

[@jenniferforeman1599]

A fun fact that in Korea they consider those color changing lip glosses bad quality because of the color that they turn. They consider that pink really bad quality.

[@allih8021]

Talking about shadows like the elf ones without a crease color: as a fellow hooded eye person I don't actually tend to use crease colors! I use a one-and-done shade of my choosing and I go a bit heavy handed with it on my lid and carry it up my eyelid higher into where I'd use a crease shade. Then I take a skin-toned (so bone/bisque/cream) shade - which the lightest shade in those palettes often are - and apply that from my brow bone with a fluffier blending brush and blend down into the crease over that deeper shade. It essentially creates like an ombre with crease definition. My eyes are kind of small too which may be part of why this works better for me than doing a crease shade, then the lid, then the brow bone and using several different shades for each area because I just don't feel like i have enough real estate on my lids for that to work well. If the shimmer shade is lighter I'll just use the fluffy blending brush with a little translucent pressed powder to blend out the edge. Might be worth a try with one of those elf palettes.... 😁 But that's basically how I do my shadow like 95% of the time.

[@TubbyTurtle]

Dangit!! I just bought the Moira shadow pots based on your original recommendation. I think your original review was positive

[@ElsieLovelock]

Agree so much about the elf halo glow wand. I also feel the same about the elf halo glow filter, despite everybody saying it’s the same as CT’s Hollywood FF it’s not similar at ALL. The CT FF sits really nicely on my acne prone skin and lasts REALLY well under quite full coverage makeup (especially with the CT airbrush flawless powder) whereas the elf halo glow was emerging patchy on my skin and wasn’t really lasting. Really cool video overall! 🙏

[@jennifermolina4396]

I prefer L’Oréal over most brands in general. They’re phenomenal. And that Pinkgasm color is my favorite blush ever. It’s so pretty and lasts on my skin all day. Which is saying a lot. Huda has a great formula also. I had the Jaguar pallet and it was amazing quality.

[@WildFireArcher1]

I kept hearing the elf halo was a dupe and I just didn't see it. I kept thinking I was doing something wrong bc it was so patchy looking.

[@anyanka04]

Great spin on dupes Jen! 🥳 it’s a refreshing change this ”not a dupe” video 😃 I think the same as you, that people are just comparing the packaging and not so much the product itself. Personally, I think ‘duping’ is stooping a bit low. I’ve always thought this. It’s like a company can’t think of any new ideas to come up with so they copy someone else’s. 🤷🏻‍♀️ That’s how I see it anyway lol. Hope you’re fully recovered now Jen, you’re looking so well. Take care and I’m looking forward to your next video. You are the only one that comes up with your own original ideas! 🎉

[@JenPhelps]

Aw thank you! I'm always brainstorming and sometimes the ideas work and sometimes they totally bomb. But I get bored just doing the same thing all the time. 🥰

[@dreamscape405]

Always love your reviews ❤❤❤Regarding the Elf bite sized palettes....I wish they would come out with ones that have all shimmer, or 3 shimmer and one transition shade, or 2 shimmers, 2 transitions (warm/cool), for those of us who don't use the deep shade. Most days, I'm doing one and done's, with shimmer only.😅 sometimes I like to mix 2 shimmers together and get my own, personalized duochrome 😅 makeup is so much fun🎉❤💃🏼🥂🎉

[@wenpahe]

Jen what about a series called, debunking dupes? ❤

[@ginnyburley9552]

In my experience the Elf quads do not dupe my ND minis. On my eyes the Elf shadows fade far too quickly.

[@jenessastrickland1555]

I appreciate why drugstore brands try to dupe high end products, and ideally it would help people either save money by just buying the drugstore version or by letting people test out the drugstore version to make sure they like the color, etc. before they plunk down the money for the high end product. But ultimately I kinda wish they would just focus on making their own excellent products. When they try to make dupes and fail, it reinforces the idea that high end makeup is inevitably going to be better. I also think drugstore brands put unnecessary constraints on themselves by trying to dupe something instead of just making something that’s great.

[@JenPhelps]

It's so true! Plus people can often spend a lot more money at the drugstore buying multiple dupes when they could have just spent the same amount to get the original!

[@3434-c1t]

I'd love to see this as a regular series. Most "reviews" or recommedantion videos are very sensationalist, so having an honest, objective reviwer (who also has real life skkin problems) is highly appreciated.

[@centac8861]

GREAT IDEA FOR VIDEO -THANK YOU!

[@teresacapozzoli1822]

I really enjoyed this video. You did such a great job in describing the difference in the products. And I love how you are always positive even when some products are not that great. I really appreciate all you do❤️

[@melindavansandt5168]

Yes indeed.. drives me nuts to see some people's "dupes!"

[@kathleenmoortel5449]

This is such a pretty eye look with the sweater.

[@patti9339]

I love the CT Eyes to Mesmerize in Oyster Pearl. It’s my go to for a one and done eyeshadow look.

[@JenPhelps]

That's my favorite shade too! I use it so often and still haven't found anything that quite compares to it. :)

[@michymiii]

Yes Jen!!! It really irks me when people use words like "identical" or "exactly the same" when I can clearly see what is what and I'm like...??? Ya sure gurl?? The word dupe is thrown around way too loosely and need to be tightly regulated 😂

[@Dopey22AMJ]

Love this video! It’s so nice seeing what’s actually a dupe and what’s not. Appreciate the content!

[@kimt3864]

Yes I want to see this become a series! This was awesome! Thank you!

[@michellecaudill7936]

I love your honesty! You have earned the respect of millions of your viewers for your honesty and your Blayton transparency. This is why we love and respect you so much Jen so so much I’m to the point I don’t buy certain products without seeing what you have to say first thank you for the thousands of dollars you have saved me over the years. Yes I’ve counted. You have saved me thousands of dollars.

[@JenPhelps]

Thank you so much Michelle! That was my entire goal with this channel so it makes me really happy to hear that! 🥰

[@shelbynicole42024]

I saw a video saying "Dirty Talk " from Elf is a dupe for "Pillow Talk". Just curious if anyone knew how similar they are...?

[@Brigitte_Cantin]

The word DUPE gets views, it's not easy to find dupes. I know I've tried on my channel and my attempts have been flops, but I've had fun trying 😅 you have a serious talent jen 😊 😘💖😘💖😘💖😘💖😘💖

[@Jellybean1762]

Really enjoyed this video. Great idea! Nice to really compare formulas as you have along with Botha pros and cons like you did especially with Dior lip oil and NYX

[@baileydubs]

I love the L’Oréal balm foundation!

[@feliciabethea2211]

This was great. Would love to see it become a series!💜

[@jlkitz1775]

I'm so over Tik Tok 🙄 These folks aren't creating anything new, and everything they post is not "the gospel." It's annoying 🤦🏾‍♀️. Thanks for all of your hard work, Jen 👏🏾 👍🏾 😉

[@daniellezadora7637]

W7 did dupe hudas nude pallets and imo they nailed it. But revolution shadows are crap lol thanks for this vid Jen! Adore u and so appreciate ur honesty ❤

[@ProfMary]

Thank you so much for setting the story straight on these products, Jen! As always, I think your analysis is 'spot on' and much appreciated.

[@jill_the_organized_hoarder]

Loved this video! Everyone is so quick to call things a dupe if they remotely look alike. Drives me crazy.

[@marca6190]

Awesome job such dedication and scrutiny involved! Youare the most trusted and accurate❤❤

[@christinalamp8758]

You are my go to girlie for dupes. I absolutely love your dupe videos. "The Queen of Dupes" is a fitting crown. Love this video. Your makeup look is beautuful too, those eyes and your brows look fabulous Jen ❤💋

[@oxfordstyle5807]

Yes! Drives me crazy when people throw the "dupe" name around.

[@user-kr911]

I’ve never used the Charlotte tilbury blush but I’m sure I’d love it. But I use the elf magic hour and berry radiant blush. I noticed with a sponge it really worked like trash and not good with fingers either. But it works really well with a dense flat foundation brush.

[@lauraharding6181]

Thanks for this tip!

[@JenPhelps]

I'm so glad to hear that! I'm going to try it so it's not a waste!

[@lauraharding6181]

I’m so sorry I’m new to makeup brushes. When you say dense flat does that mean flat like a kabuki brush or flat like one of those broom shaped brushes? 😊

[@user-kr911]

@@lauraharding6181 lol I’m not good with brush names and all that either. But I googled kabuki brush and it’s more like that. The one I have is a cheap Amazon brush in the shape like the flat kabuki brush.

[@themusingmama7307]

Love a dupe deep-dive! ❤

[@JenPhelps]

Try saying that 3x fast, haha!! 🤪

[@allih8021]

I also think people have different definitions of "dupe". A product might feel or look the same but have a different effect in application. Sometimes it's the opposite - product looks totally different but gives a similar look when applied. I'm more interested in something that gives you the similar look or color regardless of whether or not the packaging or texture or delivery system is exactly the same. That's a dupe to me even if they are different styles of products but I know that's not true for everyone.

[@Una...]

Awesome idea for a series!

[@shannonwomack6069]

Great video! I am always on the hunt for good lip products and I sympathize with you on the ones mentioned. My favorite so far is Milani lip oil which I personally think of as more of a gel. Love them!

[@joannpare3978]

You’ve got me considering the huda nudes palette!

[@jenniferfraser5628]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who preferred the Ride or Die lip balms! I still have some but am going to be sad when my tubes are done. I loved the feel of them as well as the colours. So pretty.

[@JaxDianne]

Yes as a series

[@LiveLaughLeaveBB]

Dupe Queen said it!!! Agree... definitely not dupes!!!! Jen, any idea when Sephora will do the next Rouge sale? I thought there was one in fall where you could take a percentage off any order? ❤️

[@samanthashoop8416]

When the loreal tinted balm first came out I saw it compared to the Wayne Goss luxury cream foundation. That seems like a better comparison from what I have seen. I have used and liked the loreal but not tried the Wayne Goss to compare them yet.

[@aiver.a]

Yes! More of this content please, amazing thank you 💚💚💚

[@annelabrie8837]

Excellent video. Interesting highlight; sometimes the high end product is actually worth the price and sometimes the lower price point product surpasses the higher end. It’s so product Specific. Thanks for another great video Jen.

[@JenPhelps]

It really is product specific!

[@gladysgarrity5721]

Hey Jen love these videos So helpful I think as so many people go out & think there getting dupes as sometimes it’s better to save & get the real thing The only one I think are good travel palettes are from Mua they are so good I think more people need to try them ❤

[@angelapennington4724]

Do you have an ACTUAL DUPE for the Pinkgasm blush? That would be AWESOME! Thanks Jen

[@tamizilla]

Hallo Jen , I love this. I am not a dupe person more a product should stand on its own. I don't think holy hydration cleaning balm is a dupe for banila clean it zero or clinic take the day off. Same with Byoma is not the same as elemis I actually like the Byoma more smell is a lot better too.

[@kathleenp3135]

A Jen video! Yessss!!! So great to see you. You look fantastic btw.

[@emmag2006]

Really useful video, I would definitely watch a series like this. I've been considering the elf vs Natasha Denona eyeshadows so that was really helpful. Thanks!

[@sarahbjohnson2328]

💯agree with the Dior comparison. Amazon has some ingredient-for-ingredient dupes for the Dior that I’ve been loving 🥰

[@cathyhanson5885]

Hi Jen, I just have to tell you, I ordered your brushes and got them today and they are so soft and really beautiful that I hate to use them. I will use them tomorrow but I hate to get them dirty, they are just so pretty. 🍁🍁

[@JenPhelps]

Aw thank you so much Cathy!! That means a lot to me! 🙏🏻❤️

[@Justaregularoldplumbus]

The Nyx fat oil is trying to dupe Innbeauty lip glaze oil, as you can see with the lime green chubby tube. I’ve heard the innbeauty is more of a thick gloss type “oil.” Not sure why anyone would say it’s trying to dupe Dior, I see few similarities there.

[@JenPhelps]

Yes! I thought the same thing because the Innbeauty glosses have those bright tubes! I think it's because the wand looks similar? Honestly I think the Milani Fruit Fetish glosses are closer to the Dior.

[@Justaregularoldplumbus]

Ooh that’s good to know because I’ve been eyeing the new Milani brown fall colors :) :)

[@erikamolano3359]

I would love more of these “dupe” videos. Thank you for your fabulous videos! ❤❤

[@mandycowan1927]

Fabulous Video thanks Jen. I would love you to do more of these! The truth is, I can rely on your honesty and that is so important. xxx

[@jessicastamets5114]

Your eyes look ahhhmazing!!! I was thinking that before you even said anything about this pallete!! I was trying to figure out what you had on, thought it was the new Natasha denona! Looks very pretty. Loved this video

[@DSpurlin215]

Hair, wyye makeup, sweater ..*chefs kiss*

[@truewants]

YES..Alternatives is a better word..however dupe is what gets the click...agree also that on the other platforms sometimes I feel they are what KZbin was for us in 2016...so happy that you have continued to create content for this platform and continue to share you beauty knowledge with us !

[@Justaregularoldplumbus]

What would you say is the closest dupe to the Charlotte Tilbury cream eyeshadow in Oyster Pearl? I was going to try moira dazzling brown but not anymore lol. Nikkie La Rose recommends Revlon cream shadow in Caramel. Is that a better formula than moira? I’d also love to see the elf highlighters put up against Charlotte tilbury spotlight. Many influencers told me the Flower Beauty wand in Opal was a dupe but it was not shiny at all and very dark! Terrible highlight for me.

[@tinalaws7506]

Great video Jen! I hope your surgery went well ❤

[@AmyKaylasVegas]

Preach!!!!

[@tracytKthompson]

Love this video! Yes, you should make it a series ❤

[@victoriamattiello7090]

I always love how airbrushed and understand your blush applies, it always looks so perfect ❤️

[@Diane-dd9tu]

I appreciate your honesty 😊

[@addiewoodcroft]

LOVE the hair!!!! You look as cute as a button! I'd love to see this become a series...especially since you are the QUEEN of dupes!

[@rikkirobinson4429]

Jen, you look exceptional in this video. 💕

[@JenPhelps]

Aww thank you!

[@karenswartzlander5411]

I’ve seen the Neutrogena water cream listed as a dupe for Clinique Moisture Surge, but it didn’t feel the same to me.

[@tedoymisojos]

Very needed video. Ty!

[@disgruntledmoderate5331]

I fell for that Makeup Revolution palette. I don't wear it very often. I can make it work, like you said, but i probably should have saved my money. Love the ELF Ride or Die lip balms! I cherish the one I have.

[@Urban-Mooose_Mom]

Thank you!!!!

[@carolynpritchard9827]

I'm over lip oils and blush glow wands in general... and highlighters...lol. Thanks Jen for another great video and for taking time for the research.

[@paulydaysx]

I love your videos.!I seriously look forward to watching them-its my chill time. Thanks Jen!!! xoxo

[@BooksNCamping]

Such a great and informative video! Would love to see this as a series!❤

[@loverofchrist4662]

I believe your dupes over TikTok for sure!! Thank you!

[@juliecassidy7353]

1. I don’t care which highlighter it is, highlighter only looks good on perfect skin or maybe skin full of Botox and filler. That narrows it down to babies. 2. The lippies? Definitely I preferred Tarte’s 3. I wouldn’t use either balm foundation. I dislike that type of application. 4. Eyes? Moira versus CT? Seriously there’s no competition there.

[@midlifemom5829]

Hello to my favorite reviewer (we know u don't like to use the term influencer)! This was very clever content. Yes, please make it a series!!! Frankly , I'm always skeptical of other YTers claims of dupes.

[@kjc4779]

Although I agree, but the elf is $4, and ND is $25. So i think elf wins

[@JenPhelps]

Haha definitely! But I still don't think people should compare them because they're so different. :)

[@kjc4779]

Oh for sure, I agree with you! Drugstore is a win for me every time

[@libertychic8926]

Oh yes, the L'Oreal balm foundation is bomb! Its def not a dupe. 🙌

[@samanthahernandez6286]

My L'Oreal balm foundation has a huge pan in it. I love it! It is so underrated. ❤

[@20thcenturyrelic]

And it has the advantage of being fragrance free. Sadly, the Jones Road foundation isn't, as Jen pointed out.

[@l.c.8798]

I only listen to the dupe queen 👸 anyway! You look lovely here also Jen 😊

[@JenPhelps]

Aw thank you!

[@louisesharpy]

Yes. You are an expert in my opinion on dupes. You KNOW your makeup. So this is perfect. Loving your content. Yes ❤❤x💯

[@binderkim]

I was wondering about the Huda vs Makeup Revolution one. I have the Huda one and for some reason my shimmers in the palette are hard panned. So maybe I should give Revolution a try.

[@JenPhelps]

Those hard panned on me the first time I used them so they're not better.

[@binderkim]

@JenPhelps Awe, man! Thank you, Jen!

[@JesssL]

This is great, so informative 😊!

[@sherylbeamer7189]

Thank you Jen! Loved this. I’m sorry to ask you about your nails once again, but what in the world is this beautiful nail polish you’re sporting? So pretty w your lavender sweater💕🥰. Thank you so much!

[@JenPhelps]

Aw thank you! It's ILNP Fairy Dust. 🥰

[@sherylbeamer7189]

@@JenPhelps thank you Jen💕🥰

[@judyhechinger-5946]

Love this type of video. You are amazing!! You are the best 😊

[@Sweet1981ie]

I have the Jones Road and i love it for my dry skin. The Loreal one is totally not a dupe. I had that one and threw it out because it was too drying for my skin. Totally different textures and finishes.

[@20thcenturyrelic]

I'd love to try the Jones Road product..if it wasn't scented. I have sensitive skin and learned the hard way not to use scented skincare and makeup.

[@carolphillips3594]

Great video! Interesting, relevant, and fun to watch.

[@ryenngaebler4286]

The Tarte maracuja balm (regular, not plumping) feels sooo similar to the Rare Beauty liquid balm!