Testing *VIRAL* ELF Makeup Dupes vs High End Makeup 🤯 Which Is Better? Drugstore vs High End Makeup

[@michelmcgregor1684]

Thank you for shouting out Manny as your inspiration. I have a lot of respect for creators that give credit where credit is due. 👏🏻

[@SuzyQEyezOfBlue]

I honestly like the dupe side better!! And I would never pay that much for a lip gloss. Elf’s $3 gloss is great. I love it! I love most elf stuff. Milani’s Make It Last setting spray is amazing over some high end ones I’ve tried.

[@kokomi6172]

i like elf’s less expensive options because it gives people who are new to makeup a chance to try it out without much regret if they end up not liking it.

[@ProfMary]

Excellent comparison, Kelly! You did a good job explaining the pros and cons of each product. Very helpful.

[@KellyStrack]

So glad you enjoyed!❤

[@mariahcrafts1848]

I like the elf side better! It suits you better and looks way more blended! Love these kinds of videos ❤

[@Britlael]

ELF had inproved their quality soo much. I was so scared to buy these "dupes" bc of how ELF makeup was when i was a teen but i LOVE them! More than my expensive things!

[@destnoelle]

I love how honest you are about products girl. Especially when it comes to skin types!

[@sirencall8837]

This was easily one of the best makeup videos I've seen. I wasn't familiar with your channel before, but definitely subscribing now. You are so thorough, honest, and articulate!

[@kathleenp3135]

Please do this video with other brands! This was awesome! The lip color looked identical. The price difference was HUGE OMG😮

[@KellyStrack]

I can do that!❤

[@kathleenp3135]

Love these dupe videos! You REALLY help us out and save us money too! Thank you❤❤❤

[@KellyStrack]

Of course ❤❤

[@MellaYellow]

I almost fell out of bed when you showed the price difference!!!😲😲😲 Both sides looked equally beautiful. You are so pretty! Thank you for showing us this!💐

[@KellyStrack]

Of course🥰🥰

[@ashleyb119]

I love a good dupe, I like high end makeup but I also love drug store makeup, drug store makeup has came a long way since I was a teenager....ELF is just getting better and better, definitely gotta get these dupes, $149 is soooo much better than $566 😅

[@KellyStrack]

Totally agree!

[@ericaparrish2615]

I love these vids since I became a stay at home mom, and this on a tighter budget. Thank you for this!

[@therandapoto6758]

Me too! Love being a stay at home mom but we gotta get creative with the budget 😂

[@lindsaymarie1984]

I completely agree with you both, I love drugstore makeup & I'm not in a situation where I can spend like £30 on a foundation or something ridiculous

[@KellyStrack]

So glad you enjoy ❤❤

[@ruthdamaris555]

Wow... your lashes definitely look stunning with the elf mascara ❤❤❤❤

[@gracepettersen5282]

Would you do a full face of Milani dupes or a full face duping charlotte tillbury? Loved this ❤

[@KellyStrack]

Yes!

[@lorimiller7261]

I will say this again, thank you for being so honest! You are so authentic and humble as always ❤ You are the best makeup artist of all time. You need your own brand ❤️ Im 48 and a Cosmetologist you are the real deal 😊 I feel you are gifted in the beauty industry, there are so many idiots out there who know nothing. You are powerful and been blessed to inspire so many ❤🙏🏻

[@KellyStrack]

You are so incredibly kind, thank you so much ❤

[@ashleydawn5911]

Elf needs to make a glowy cc cream like IT Cosmetics did... that would be amazing ❤❤❤

[@sylviawu9921]

Thanks for creating this video, love these dupes vs high end videos! Would love to see more side by side comparisons with one side of the face with high end, other side with drugstore/dupes!

[@KellyStrack]

I can def do that!

[@ginyhooper6710]

I love how often Kelly does dupe videos!! Wish other KZbinrs would do them too!

[@KellyStrack]

💖💖💖

[@starryvellichor]

this is so perfectly timed i literally JUST hauled some stuff from elf as this was uploaded 😭❤ obsesseddd with your vids!!! you are so gorgeous, girlie

[@KellyStrack]

Yay thank you so so much!❤

[@nicolethome8501]

Please do a Milani dupes video!!!❤❤ Thanks for the video, LOVED IT!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@lifewithrr9485]

Elf needs to dupe drunk elephant bronzing drops !!

[@imyoursweetnothing]

Versed has a nearly exact dupe!!! They also come in two shades :)

[@ZoeMae-dg5dc]

They did

[@1mmxo]

Ps primark skin has the exact same

[@VioletBerry-db9kl]

Glow recipe is apparently duping them!

[@VioletBerry-db9kl]

And L’Oréal París has a really great dupe for them it’s like $12

[@Alice-fr1ef]

Hi Kelly, I love ELF products and have many and I love when you do these videos. I like the ELF better than the high end products. One can get a beautiful look and not spend so much money for a name. Thank you Kelly for a great video and review of these products.❤❤❤

[@KellyStrack]

So glad you enjoyed 💖💖

[@quinnrickenbach9916]

omg i just wached living like a boss its such a good preppy chanle

[@jennysunny121]

Love this video!! Next time you do a dupe test can you show us how the products wear throughout the day too? ❤

[@tarabartlett2184]

Wow, this is the first of your videos I’ve ever watched, and I enjoyed it so much! Definitely following. Thank you for your thoughtful breakdown of each product. I like your style quite a bit-so many makeup content creators I’ve watched do super exotic, Kardashian-like makeup looks that I could never recreate as a fair gal because they would look ridiculous and false on me. Maybe you have some videos like that, and I’ll see as I watch more, but some of the placements and techniques you used are much more doable for me. So, thanks for that!

[@jilla8503]

I looooved the elf woah glow spf so much but I finally figured out it was breaking me out so bad within hours of me applying it. I’m so sad it’s such a beautiful product. I would literally have clear skin n within a couple hours my whole chin n upper lip would have like 4-6 spots😫 Love you Kelly❤

[@makayla8693]

Hi Jilla 😮😮😮😮😮

[@joanduffey646]

That was FANTASTIC Kelly! Loved this, very helpful!

[@martinaromero8834]

I actually got the Tarte Shape tape in a color that was too light and I got the Elf Camo concealer so I figured to try them together and they actually turn into the perfect color for me. Thankfully I just decided to try it and it worked so I didn’t waste or lose out in either one. OMGosh thank you for turning me on to the Elf Lash n Roll I love Roller Lash but recently I have been trying to cut back on how much I spend on my cosmetics while still getting quality items, I’m literally going to order this once I’m done watching.

[@marilynhodgkinson5299]

Hi Kelly loved this video, what a big saving at the end. I couldn't see any difference at all. They both looked lovely. I would definitely go for the Elf.Kelly the eyeshadow looked fantastic, gorgeous with your eyes. Thanks for a great video. ❤❤

[@KellyStrack]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed !

[@lariegonzalez3631]

Yes, yes please more videos comparing side by side. Thanks for sharing ❤

[@DawnMGP58]

Hi Kelly!! Great video!! Elf has some awesome products, for sure. FYI, run the sprayer, on the ELF setting spray, under hot water and it unsticks it. It should spray fine. It's just sticky from the setting spray.

[@Patti-1962]

My Elf Lash and Roll mascara just came in today! I was so excited that they offer a brown shade.... where the Essence Lash Princess only comes in black. The Elf Halo Glow powder is my absolute favorite for the face. I have mature skin, but I use a very small amount of it. So I don't have any issues with it. Or maybe my skin just likes it better! I rarely buy high end products anymore because the drugstore has such high quality products now!🤩

[@tesslee100]

I have mature skin too and I just recently purchased the Elf Halo glow thanks to my SIL, and it is my new favorite too! Mine has different packaging than the one Kelly used, so maybe they changed something.

[@Patti-1962]

@@tesslee100 I just bought a new one, and it has a pinkish top. I think Elf has changed the packaging for their entire Halo Glow line. It is the same powder. I'm so glad you like it. I used to use the Hourglass Translucent Veil powder, and I like the Elf powder more!!

[@Donna-cc1kt]

Love that mascara! I read the directions and it actually pushed my upper lid lashes up. I don’t use a curler anymore.

[@Patti-1962]

@@Donna-cc1kt Maybe I should read the directions too!😂

[@annie-sh-fi7ox]

Thanks Kelly for doing the dupes again. I enjoy your dupes videos. I just love the Elfs products. 🤩

[@FamilyVideos1982]

The new elf lipsticks are a great dupe for the Nars 🎉❤

[@TamiCastillo-x6h]

So fun Kelly ! Love high end, and buying recommended dupes. Keep them coming.

[@Pinkladiessandy1]

I love the Elf Lash and Roll!!! It’s my new favorite mascara!!!

[@maciesilva4853]

I agree about the CC creams! That’s my tried and true and I want to love the elf one, but IT cosmetics is so much better in that dupe

[@Susan-qo9go]

Yes thank you so much. This is amazing.

[@fashionismypassiongirl660]

❤❤❤awesome! Thank you, Kelly!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😁

[@KellyStrack]

Of course 💖💖

[@jilliangatchett]

Ahhh I love this video so much!!! Do more!

[@KellyStrack]

Will do!

[@addiloos6985]

Love the dupe side so much! I use the elf mascara everyday and it’s so good and i can tell there is so much more lengthening and volume and curl to it love it!!!!

[@beckyklepper315]

Oh pretty lady! I really like this one! I use the Elf primer and Urban Decay setting spray for sure when I wear makeup. I really like the Elf finished look better. The $6 mascara is GORGEOUS! Thank you for showing some of the Elf products I've been wondering about!

[@delraymarcum678]

Try running the sprayer under warm water! It should work after that!

[@KellyStrack]

Thank you I will try that!

[@annr7937]

Love watching all your videos ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Aurora-cb2ji]

Loving this new method of comparison before I even watch the video ❤️

[@kristenreehil3196]

The ones I tried in this video that I love are: - Power Grip Primer (the pink one) - Poreless Putty Primer - Halo Glow Liquid Filter in Light Medium - Camo CC Cream SPF 30 in Light 280N (spring/summer) Light 210N (fall/winter) 16 Hour Camo Full Coverage Concealer in Light Beige and Tan Neutral - Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow in Flirty Birdie - Lip Plumping Gloss

[@problemmencoaching]

So fun Kelly ! Love high end, and buying recommended dupes. Keep them coming. ❤

[@amyrae6869]

FYI for those of us with mature skin the tacha and elf primer works great for wrinkles too!

[@samanthaflynn6140]

Totally agree with the Laura Mercier powder. Great at the beginning.....after roughly 8 hours. Cakey.

[@keirawelling]

Thanks for the video. I prefer the Elf Camo products to their counterparts. I love the full coverage of the Elf CC cream.

[@maryneedham419]

Id definitely love another dupe for the IT Cosmetics CC Cream as the elf camo cc cream didn't wear well on me and broke me out plus i prefer a more glowy finish definitely hope elf comes out with more shades in theur Halo Glow Liquid filter also I definitely agree with the Elf Halp Glow setting powder it looks nice when you first apply it but definitely accentuates texture and doesn't wear well i definitely need another Setting powder that's glowy and works for dry acne prone skin girls

[@Laundrey1]

Most people know Makeup Revolution is a dupe brand, but I always have issues with their products irritating my sensitive skin (and some of them smell like paint) not to mention that they don't work really well. Then ELF came in all sneakily and dominated the dupe game. I tend to prefer using high end on most products because they are less irritating to my skin, but ELF has some products I can handle and that work great, and I'm not mad about it at all. I love to save a buck if my skin allows!

[@alexandrachesher5993]

I’ve been waiting for this!! Thanks girlie! ❤

[@kali.k162]

you are so gorgeous!🩷 you so much Kelly!

[@stephanieshubert1247]

Your such a joyful girl. I only have a few KZbinrs that I can find like this. I love it. And I need it whne watching videos.

[@Kiera_R]

Yes! Would love more dupe videos!

[@rebeccapeters8422]

Happy to see you back to the old filming space!❤

[@jetson10100]

I use the Brow Lift from ELF and it never has left any form of color at all on my brows.

[@itsmjjj]

your eyes are beautiful and you have amazing makeup skills, you go girl!💖

[@vanessaastorga15]

Oooh love a dupe video ❤ thanks kelly

[@KellyStrack]

Welcome!

[@GlenDurham-w4k]

Please do this video with other brands! This was awesome! The lip color looked identical. The price difference was HUGE OMG

[@JC-qk9nt]

I like the laura Mercier glow powder as a highlighter for inner eyes or cheeks or across the collar bone but not as an actual setting powder.

[@miriamhanvey5826]

I love elf products. And how your face does not break up to much on the side of High ends thank you for testing this out for us your are a wee star xx

[@kdiaz44]

For the sunscreen I love the Elf one, ELF is also European standard compliant… so it’s a win!! I heard supergoop doesn’t have the best ingredients

[@aerieparker9979]

Luv luv luv your video plus your bubbly personality!

[@julsz528]

Eek I am so glad you watch manny too !! He is amazing ❤❤ love him and love what you do for us too

[@sayantaniist]

Pl make a detailed video on your hair care routine and products 😊❤... really like your hair style and thickness 😍

[@juliawiggs746]

I would love for when you finish the blush cutting the sponge off and seeing what it looks like under there!

[@NasiaGeorgakopoulou]

Lovely comparison!!! Stunning video thank you!!!

[@juliemiller3507]

Love this video so much! #truth and #honesty is what we all love! Thank you!!!

[@amyc9155]

Kelly!! You got a million subscribers!! Awesome!! 💜💜

[@lynettefinnigan9540]

I would really like to see you come back at the end of the day, compare the two sides, let us see the good/bad after a proper wear, and a look at it in sunlight outside...👍👍

[@downtowngirl960]

this vid is amazing,thanks for the reviews.always looking for cheaper makeup lol! what sponge do you use?

[@jackietobin2949]

great video kelly, what a price difference. thank you, very helpful.

[@JMW969]

Great video...could you fo Revolution dupes vs. high end products they duped? Thanks Kelly 😊

[@renestern1821]

Very good video! Thnank you for posting!!

[@naomimikhli]

I love your videos Kelly!❤

[@rosanneshort9771]

Kelly, do you like L'Oreal skin care and make up? I have tried high end make up and skin care products I keep reaching towards L'Oreal products. What are your thoughts on L'Oreal? And always love your videos ❤

[@wth6588]

Thank you so informative and quick run through 😊

[@Hilary19997]

Really enjoyed this video. Thanks for the content

[@Kirstie0918]

Hi Kelly! I hope you see this! I'm getting married in July and I'm doing my makeup myself because I can't afford a professional. I wear makeup but I do the bare minimum. I want some natural not over the top, more classic. I want to use all elf products what are some makeup tools and products do you recommend for a newbie? You're the only makeup artist I watch on KZbin I just love your energy. ❤

[@patjohnson6147]

Love this video. Always interested in dupes for good makeup. $ Might try elf putty primer?

[@paigejohnson9201]

I agree the lightest shade of the elf halo glow is too dark and warm for me🥲🥲

[@Urbaesierraa]

Loveeee the elf side! Personally my favorite. Elf is more matte

[@SolusChristus1976]

Wow the Elf side looks way way better!! Love this video!

[@cfloyd692]

With the wands from charlotte tilbury and elf, you need to close them so they don’t leak, twist the top and it closes. Not sure if you did this?

[@aundrealauzon]

What a fantastic video! You're look came out absolutely gorgeous. I think Elf is the GOAT! I think they've done a great job with these products. I have no problem with them as long as they're duping larger companies. As long as they leave the small, Indy Brands alone I'm fine. Being a babe on a budget, and being on and no buy since January 2022, it's nice to know if I decide to break it and Splurge, Elf is definitely where I'm going.

[@jenniferschoville6897]

Love the dupe videos! And the one brand full face videos !

[@amberwright3373]

Thinking about what you said with the foundation's... Elf should of made a elf camo cc glowy/dewy (something like the elf camo concealers)

[@KellyStrack]

Totally agree… maybe we will get one!!

[@amberwright3373]

@@KellyStrack I had hope's we would then the elf halo glow filter came out , now I don't see it happening lol either way love all of the products! I mix the elf camo foundation with the wet n wild tinted hydrator and it helps so much!

[@mariamay8474]

Definitely agree. I have dry skin and I can't wear matte foundations..

[@preppygirlxoxo13]

Can you please do fenty vs rare beauty?

[@annmarie3533]

Excellent video and comparison! I love elf cosmetics too especially the eyeliner I’ve used it for so long. But I recently tried the foundation, it’s really inexpensive $6 I think. I didn’t like it that much, have you tried it?

[@hadeelhamieh7924]

Hey thank you for this video it helps alot ! I just want to know what is the shade of the camo concealer ?

[@YourlocalweirdoTin]

The stila liquid eyeshadows are top tier. I have the silver and black ones and I wear them all the time.

[@kaylagraves4790]

I’m the CC cream e.l.f has a hydration vs of that is a more dewy look than the matte that you used. You should try that one. ❤

[@chloeplays_8963]

I have the elf setting spray you have to shake it a few times for it to work😊It don't have the best sprayer tho

[@daisysaephan-souza6392]

Beautiful look. I definitely want to try those lashes.

[@jacqueblue]

Wow! Both sides look great. Elf all day, for the price. Thank you.

[@beverlysullivan1427]

You are absolutely fabulous. I love all your videos!

[@mayceewasinger7309]

You should do a high end makeup vs temu dupes. Temu has so many makeup dupes for many viral and trendy makeup.