*NEW* ELF LASH XTNDR...BEST NEW DRUGSTORE MASCARA? 🤯

[@JenPhelps]

Just adding a comment to say that *the elf mascara removes like a true tubing formula, with just warm water* (exactly like the Thrive does). Also, it's made in Germany!

[@20thcenturyrelic]

Thanks for this comment and for the wear test. It's amazing that a product that costs $7 looks and performs like a $25 product!

[@ryenngaebler4286]

Thank you, Jen!! Can’t wait to try this!

[@LydiaTarine12]

This is just what I was wondering (since not all mascaras that make the tubing claim actually remove as tubes). Thank you! ❤

[@melp8175]

Great, I have an elf coupon, so I can get it in Brown, for 5.00 . I’m trying to find more brown mascaras , and you’ve done it again. ❤❤❤❤❤great hoodie , thanks for wearing it online 😢😢

[@Polkadottedkate]

Oh, I loooove that it’s made in Germany!! A lot of Elf products are made in china which is a big turn off for me. I will have to try this!! 💕💕

[@chrissyzcreationz]

The Elf side looks more fluffy and defined to me! I'd say the Elf is better & I'm going to order it! Thank you for the review!❤❤

[@traceyflater]

I thought so, too.

[@JeanieD]

Fluffy and defined is the exact lash look I always want to achieve!❤

[@debbyritchie2608]

Agree...I think the Elf side looks better.

[@cindybrown9281]

I think the elf looks nicer too!

[@susankerwin1525]

I think the Elf side looks better & fluffy!

[@LenaSheppard]

The elf side looks so much better then the thrive side! Thanks for sharing. You've done great this week. Enjoy the weekend! I appreciate you keeping us company !

[@mycatisjudgingyou]

I love that we're in the era of tubing mascara! Recently all my mascaras have been smudging and gross but tubing formulas are always good for my lashes

[@Madmarsha]

And thankfully. I've been loathe to pay for the Thrive as I'm not an avid mascara wearer.

[@TracyD2]

I couldn’t agree with you more. I gave up on mascara most of my life unless I’m at a situation where I can look in the mirror every 15 minutes and then near a restroom to fix potential problems. I found the Blinc mascara and only buy that one. Never had a chance to try the No 7. It was discontinued asap. Most people loved it. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Thrive was too clumpy for me and too expensive for something so messy. Never washed off clean as well. I think for the price I will try this one.

[@LunarEleven]

Fully agree. If it ever gets restocked anyone who loves tubing mascara should check out the Miss A Paw Paw Big Boss mascara, it's my favorite and less than $2! Their Shocking Length Mascara is not labeled as tubing but it literally comes off in tubes and it's incredible. Genuinely both look better than either in this video and they're dirt cheap. Made me wish I could un-purchase all the drugstore mascaras I bought recently 😢

[@lookingatdaisies9901]

Me too, I started out not liking how my mascara dissolved when washing my face, but it was ok, now I've finally tested methods on how to apply mascara to my bottom lashes so I can vary my looks, only to learn my holy grails smude mid wear. 😢

[@aliciareggiefreysinger4328]

Looks like Elf curled your lashes.

[@traceyflater]

You even coordinated your sweatshirt to match the mascara. Love that!

[@logden6132]

Thought the ELF eye looked slightly more curled right after applying. Thought they looked pretty much the same at the end of the day. Just bought 2 new tubes of THRIVE on BF, but will def give ELF a shot when those run out!😊

[@Queenmarie88]

I love that you matched your shirt to the packaging ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@gwendales7843]

I think the elf side looked better! I will definitely purchase.🎉

[@carolsullivan2599]

Maybe not an actual dupe by definition, the ELF eye looks a tiny bit better at the end of the day. I’ll definitely try it!

[@elle_sanchez]

I didn’t realize they were coming out with a new one to dupe the Thrive. I like the Milani one but I’m excited to see how the Elf compares. Thank you for your content 🤍 Edit… the Elf one is definitely intriguing as I prefer a dryer formula. The Milani one is very wet and heavy so I have to use a eyeshadow primer on my lashes to help hold the curl. Alexandra Anele has a tutorial on that hack, works well.

[@ambergerhelper7852]

That would be the ones to compare- the Elf to the Milani!

[@Comrade_mommy]

Did you do anything special to get the Milani to work. The thrive mascara is my fav tubing mascara but bc I don’t wear makeup everyday, it goes bad before I use even half of it. And considering the price I can’t justify that. I bought the milani one but it literally gave me less lashes. And apparently I’m not the only one who had that issue. I’ve wondered if letting it dry out a bit or combing my lashes immediately after application might help. Anyways I’ve been curious to find out what ppl who have a good experience with the milani one have done bc I hate wasting money.

[@JenPhelps]

@@Comrade_mommy The Milani one is very wet...I usually wipe off the brush on a tissue to get rid of the excess and then apply it and that works much better. After it dries out in a few weeks, then I don't have to do that as much and can apply straight from the tube.

[@Comrade_mommy]

@@JenPhelps cool I appreciate the advice, I’ll def try that. Even if i only spent $14 I don’t want to have wasted the $. I just wish the Tarte tubing mascara didn’t flake on me bc it’s the best looking tubing mascara I’ve ever tried.

[@RavenC1357]

This is what I came to ask! So the elf is better. I got the Milani but IDK I don't reach for it a lot, I guess it's too sticky. It's not bad but I'll definitely try this.

[@pampower2425]

I like both eyes but Elf seems to look even better than Thrive. I can’t seem to put on Thrive without clumping. But I do have much older eyes. I must try the Elf next for sure. Thanks Jen. 👍

[@JenPhelps]

It's definitely less prone to clumping than the Thrive!

[@ladidaohoh3168]

That exactly what I thought as well, I thought the elf side looked better, I’m not sure if it was a lash thing, or if it was just a nicer mascara 😊

[@debbiewalker273]

I like the ELF side better too !

[@Pam-j6b]

Frankly, the elf looks better than the Thrive. Thanks for sharing. Happy Holidays!

[@Brigitte_Cantin]

Uhm, Thelma looked like it curled and the thrive didn't 😮 🤔💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@carrieharjo4478]

Thanks so much for the review! I'm definitely going to try the ELF as I liked the Milani one better as it dried out (and if nothing else, these tubing formulas are perfect for bottom lashes). I'm starting to wonder though if I like the idea of tubing mascaras more than the actual product. I love how they remove, but I'm not sure they do my lashes many favors. I keep searching for that perfect one that will look fluttery and voluminous *and* remove in tubes. 😆

[@carriemeadows3518]

Mascara is something I'm always willing to try because I need to replace it routinely anyway. I'm excited to try this e.l.f formula. I hope they release it in a deep brown, too, like they did with the Lash 'n Roll.

[@JeanieD]

I looked at e.l.f.’s website, to see if they have a brown version, and they do!

[@20thcenturyrelic]

@@JeanieD Thanks for checking! I feel that black mascara is too harsh on me, so I prefer brown or black brown.

[@rebekahsalazar3995]

I ordered the ELF one a few days ago. Needed a new mascara. I've never had much success with their mascaras but this one is exciting. Thanks for the review!

[@jackieturner4144]

I'm deffinatly going to buy it and give it ago xx

[@jsmm2908]

I was wondering if there was a dupe for the Thrive mascara, so glad you made this video! And I love the holiday opening of your videos!

[@ironicallyfit518]

Random comment, but I love the fact that you matched your shirt to the color of the mascara tube. 😂😂 it made my OCD tendency happy.

[@20thcenturyrelic]

Made mine happy too!

[@strawberreh]

Just bought the black and brown to try out because the thrive one is my holy grail! Excited to see if I can get the same look and feel from the elf one for cheaper! Thanks for the review! ❤

[@someonerandom256]

I'm glad to finally find a drugstore tubing mascara that comes in brown and actually tubes properly! I've used the Clinique one on and off for years, but it's over $20 and the Elf one is $7.

[@yuyul9692]

The e.l.f one looks promising. Def will give it a try. Thanks for the review!

[@bach447]

Elf looks ten times better

[@valeriesantos8178]

The ELF beautifies ur lashes hands down. I would buy it but I just purchased L’Oréal’s Telescopic Lift which I absolutely love :)

[@juliedubberley1192]

Just bought the ELF Xtndr in brown and am blown away, best mascara I've ever tried. And only £7 unbelievable value. Knocks Hourglass and other top end ones out of sight ❤❤❤

[@rachelgibbons3447]

Thank you for this. And just wanted to say, that aqua colour top looks fabulous on you! Rx

[@Mediumcoffee14]

Not a huge mascara person but I like the look of the elf. I may give it a try. I didn’t understand what the tubing mascara was so thank you for explaining.

[@michelleryan1771]

Elf wins! Going to order it now! Thanks for the review ❤

[@pnevlud]

I have use thrive for many years but I also use the Loreal primer first and the combo is amazing ❤

[@KyMali928]

I’ve never tried to find a product so fast. Hope it comes to stores!

[@hollysullivan1349]

I had never even heard of tubing mascara before. I am going to try this out!

[@truewants]

Happy when Thrive came out and was such a win for so many..so always fun to try an new drugstore version alternative..both eyes look great!

[@kealaherman6634]

Thank you for reviewing this, I was very curious about the quality because even with setting spray, I always get raccoon eyes

[@Darbsi]

The thrive is actually the mascara I use. Love it. Will definitely try this one. Wanted to share that my mother gave me a mascara that is a tubing one that gives dramatic volume and I love that more. It’s the wowcombo cosmetics. I love that mascara. Give it a try. Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@JenPhelps]

Oh wow I"ve never heard of that one before! I'll look it up...thanks! :)

[@Darbsi]

@@JenPhelps please do and do a review or add it to a look one day. Let us know your thoughts.

[@Amy-qe7ti]

I have never heard of it either and I refuse to wear any mascara that is not tubing!!!!!

[@20thcenturyrelic]

@@JenPhelps I also vote for a review of the wowcombo product. If you can fit it in.

[@TinaHBeautifulJourney]

Finally watching your review. I didn't want to watch until I filmed mine so it wouldn't influence my opinion. But I completely agree with you. While it's not a dupe in the strictest sense of the word, it for sure is an affordable alternative. Btw, love that your sweatshirt matches the mascara tubes😂.

[@prettynsleepy1073]

I bought the Elf lash xtendr mascara when it launched on the website. I absolutely love it. It my new favorite mascara. I have dexterity issues and the brush is the perfect size. It does not get everywhere on my lid but still give me very long well defined lashes that last Literally all day. No discomfort or anything negative to say. Usually most mascaras cause some sort of irritation or heaviness at the end of the day. But not this one. It’s a banger.

[@cath3rine9]

I appreciate how you clarify what you mean by dupe and whether something is more of an alternative… I just find it helpful when I know I have the proper expectations in mind about a product!

[@sabasiddique73]

I trust *Only* your review on the internet ❤ getting the elf

[@wenpahe]

I always wanted to try tubing formula, thanks Jen for your review and recommendations. As always 10/10

[@ClaraBarrerabeautyisageless55]

Wow! ELF looks really good, could this be the first ELF mascara that I may like? I can’t wait to try it!

[@Amy-qe7ti]

I can’t either!!!!!!!

[@nikkiona]

I’m excited to try the elf. I only wear tubing mascaras and currently love Milani’s. I’m interested in seeing how the compare

[@pnevlud]

Please let us know.

[@l.c.8798]

The elf looks good tbh!! 👍

[@JenPhelps]

It really is! I was surprised!

[@genbernier]

I love that you match your hoodie with the color of the products packaging

[@paomart]

I think the ELF side looks better! I see more definition, curl and volume! I can't wait to tray it! Thanks Jen for all your videos. You are one of my favorite youtubers because you are very authentic and honest ❤️

[@AmberKishbaugh-uo6ki]

Very excited to try this as I didn’t care for the Thrive formula. It was too wet and heavy, weighed my lashes down. Thanks for the comparison!

[@angiejoshi2545]

Wow !!!!🤩 the elf one mascara looks incredible, amazing !!!!! No more words, I’ll need it now !!!😊

[@jackieturner4144]

I'm glad you managed to get the elf I'm interested to see what you think xx

[@deemorgan5046]

Jen...that color turquoise is everything on you!!! Merry Merry Godspeed Dee

[@JenPhelps]

Aw thank you Dee! Merry Christmas to you! 🎄❤️

[@PixieRandall]

Your brows are looking amazing! ❤

[@tialumakeup7073]

I agree with you about tubing mascaras. Especially as we age who wants to messing with the eye area? These look identical! I’ll be giving this a try. I love ELF. PS…CT reminds me of PA!

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks so much for sharing this! I am going to order the Elf one, as I used to love the Milani one but lately it's looking pretty clumpy. I still love the Maybelline Sky High, but it doesn't wash off as well as these other tubing formulas.

[@krista436]

I’ve only worn this once, so far so good! I like the drier formula. Normally tubing formulas weigh my lashes down, this didn’t. I also picked up a lip oil, love it!

[@FlawlessImperfectionBeauty]

Did it hold a curl well? My lashes are so thick but point straight down ten seconds after I apply mascara.😅

[@ProfMary]

Amazing that this $6 mascara is doing such a good job, Jen! Thank you for showing these two side by side. I have never tried a tubing mascara but I might jump into this with the Elf.

[@clbloyd]

I agree with you that they look pretty much the same. Thanks for testing it out for us.

[@kathyjackson3751]

Your intro is like a movie opening and I just love it. Thanks for the amazing informative content as always!

[@suzannahaynie2186]

Thanks for the review. I loved Thrive, but hated the Milani. I am going to try the Elf.

[@JenPhelps]

I think you'll like it much better than the Milani...it's less wet!

[@ambergerhelper7852]

I’ve ordered a tubing mascara from Heimish. Have you seen it? I’m excited to try it. ☺️

[@JenPhelps]

I've tried that one before! I liked how it made my lashes look but unfortunately it flaked into my eyes during the day and I just couldn't wear it. :(

[@elmrkm]

I’ve been looking forward to the elf review. I loved Thrive and liked milani although it was a little clumpy. I’m definitely trying this once my current mascara is done. Sandy Hook will forever be in our hearts ❤

[@JenPhelps]

Yes!! 💕🙏

[@barbaramelady110]

ELF looks better in my opinion xoxoI had MILANI did not like it!

[@maryabdel-malik656]

I loved the Elf over the thrive Great review thanks 👍👍

[@biogirl1381]

definitely getting the elf mascara!!! thank you so much for the showdown!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@CampLJNC]

I wear the Milani one; I haven't ever tried the Thrive version. However, I am really excited to try the new Elf "dupe", especially because I think the Milani one is too wet. I just like it because it doesn't smudge and it was more affordable than the high end ones. Thanks for the thorough review!

[@JenPhelps]

The elf one is definitely less wet so I think you'll like it better for sure!

[@catstang03]

Where do I buy the ELF one?

[@CampLJNC]

@@catstang03 Jen has a link to ELF's website. I'm hoping it will pop up at my Walmart because I don't want to pay for shipping for one small thing.

[@juliemorris6916]

I think I like the elf side more! Great job, Jen! ❤

[@lindabenson1764]

I think the ELF looked much thicker & curled vs the Thrive side😊 P.S. I know you built up the ELF more & didn't feel the need to do so with the Thrive...but could you have built up the Thrive more if you'd wanted to?

[@JenPhelps]

Yes, but it would have gotten very clumpy! :)

[@1rhondar268]

The Elf side looks better. Thanks for sharing.

[@Truffoire]

The product looks great🌹🌹🌹

[@proxyloxy7873]

I’m in the market for a new mascara!!! Will check this one out.

[@LisaMarlene.]

I tried the Thrive mascara a couple years ago after it flooding my social media with ads, lol…I did not like it when I tried it the first time, freshly opened. I put it down, and didn’t pick it back up for a couple weeks, (I was so disappointed after it being in my face all the time and finally giving in to try it and it’s not cheap). After a couple of weeks something magical happened, it was amazing!!! I was so confused because when I first opened it I didn’t like it at all, lol. It’s now my holy grail mascara, and I compare every other mascara to it. HOWEVER, I did pick up the Clinique mascara today in the pretty green tube! I remembered your video, and I know we have the same taste in mascara, so I’m very excited to try it tomorrow ❤❤❤. I’ll let you know how it goes! 😊😊

[@shirleycoddington5860]

I don’t see this in my Ulta or CVS yet…. Can’t wait to try this.

[@JenPhelps]

It's only on their website right now but I wonder if it'll launch at Ulta on Sunday! 🤔

[@randylynns]

I think both eyes look the same. Thanks. I will give this a try!

[@sheriw56]

I'd say Elf for the win.

[@AngiePhiffer79]

I actually think the Elf side looks better. I would choose Elf.

[@jilljohnson251]

Completely off subject, and I know it's late, but anyone who has QVC can still catch a great TSV for another hour. 9 Tarte maracuja lip products for less than $60. For anyone who's been wanting to try these products, there is a decent shade range (though mostly nudes) that will work on most skin tones. I hope this helps some of you guys 😊

[@JenPhelps]

Wow that's an amazing deal!!

[@madeinkorea79]

I think the EL.F. mascara makes ur lashes more fuller and thicker.

[@tonyasullivan1164]

Definitely gonna try elf

[@Mxtraveler]

The Elf side looks better.

[@localoco1863]

I think the Elf looks better

[@ringdoorbell3223]

SHARON SHNEYER , Thenth, I haven't worn mascara in ages, but when I did, it was the tubbing one from a brand called Blinc (sp). I don't know if they're still around. I have severely oily eye lids. You can get waterproof mascara, but not oil proff.

[@mirandamakeup3095]

I loved blinc but thrive is even better I'm Soo excited to try this one from elf

[@JenPhelps]

same here! I've tried Blinc but I prefer Thrive!

[@elizabethmejia1117]

Definitely a dupe

[@EllaDonna59]

I like the elf side. Thanks!

[@latinaboricua6987]

Great alternative.

[@gaylemayberry8104]

I think the elf looked better at the end of the day! ❤

[@libertychic8926]

I actually like the elf better! It looks nicer and the thrive side kinda looks clumpier in a way. No disrespect at all. But yeah I like rhe elf!! 🙌

[@lorainemcgillivray77]

Hi Jen I tried a variety of tubing mascaras including some from Japan and Korea. I have very watery eyes and had hoped for something that would be easier to remove than waterproof but still not run/smudge. Unfortunately my tears are just warm salty water😂 and the tubes fall off through the day plus they smudge/smear and flake into my eyes. Just a word of warning for others with watery eyes 😂. Instead I am back to using the benefit they’re real- easier to remove than waterproof but stays on all day. The Elf “dupe” of the benefit roller lash is far more smudgy and runny than its benefit counterpart and was a big fail for me. Looks the same on application but the wear wasn’t at all the same. It’s an area of makeup where Elf just hasn’t worked for me unfortunately. Best wishes x

[@FourJaysFour]

My eyes water often also. Lancome Teint Idole mascara has been my go-to for 2 years. It's supposedly a gel formula. My lashes stay soft but I definitely get lift/definition/volume/length. It doesn't move but is easily removed at night. I'm curious to see if I like this elf.

[@luvzdogz]

I hope I can get my hands on the elf mascara! Thanks for the review!

[@EnvyBlu]

Heeey I just went to see if you posted a new video and couldn’t find you on my list! So I manually searched your name and I saw I wasn’t subscribed to your channel anymore! 😮 what the heck? I did NOT unsubscribe to your channel. That’s really strange. I actually think the Elf side looked better than the Thrive side. At the end of the day the Elf side didn’t fall at all, but I see the Thrive side did fall quite a bit. Thanks for reviewing these! 😊

[@JenPhelps]

Ugh!! I think sometimes KZbin unsubscribes people. I hear a lot of people saying that this happens to them...so frustrating!

[@jillievanilli1767]

Great review!Did the E.L.F. wash off like a true tubing mascara?

[@JenPhelps]

Yes it does! It washed off the same as the Thrive! :)

[@stilianidimouli211]

Hello Jen. I really like your new intro. Amazing video 😊. Love from Greece ❤️🙂.

[@voice_of_a_little_lady]

[insert a clever Elf on the Shelf and Elf mascara joke here] 😆

[@starfishxs]

Seventh!

[@bitsofpolish]

I lovee now tje elf mascara looks compared to thrive..... Ive wanted to try the Thrive for a while but the price was a bit much....ill definitely have tl look for the Elf one Thanks for sharing 💗

[@starfishxs]

Fifth!

[@starfishxs]

Fourth!

[@starfishxs]

Third!

[@jenniferw392]

I always appreciate your thoughts on mascara, so thanks for the comparisons! Edit: Your eye color is just soooo pretty! ❤

[@kimt3864]

Thank you Jen for making this video! I thought they looked really similar!

[@cf8595]

Yesss! I've been waiting for a review before purchasing. I've tried so many d*mn mascaras this year and just hate the removal, no matter the look (some have been stellar). I constantly have panda eyes after all the showering and cleansing and my skin and eyelids are DONE. I started mascaras on loreal beauty tubes like 10 yrs ago, and it was all downhill from there. I'm going back to tubing mascara for good, and hope this does the trick.

[@onewhisper22005]

Ohhh!! Great review!! I love Thrive but it is pricey for mascara, but it worked so well I didn’t mind. But I’m definitely going to try this Elf one!!

[@libertychic8926]

Oh wow the comments seem to like the elf better also! Okie dokie, its veen in my cart and now purchasing! U are the best!