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Author: Kaitlyn Short

LAST UPDATED: July 28th, 2021

e.l.f. Cosmetics (which stands for "eyes lips face") is an international makeup brand based in New York City. Makeup products range from $2 to $50 with an average price of around $10. e.l.f. carries eyeliner, lipstick, lip gloss, blush palettes, bronzers, makeup brushes, mascara, skin-care products, and more.
Joseph Shamah and Scott Vincent Borba founded e.l.f. in 2004. Products are now sold in 17 countries.
For e.l.f. cosmetics reviews from verified customers, scroll to the bottom of this page.

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The Good

  • Large Selection of Makeup Products
  • Affordable Prices
  • 100% Vegan and Cruelty-Free
  • Free Shipping on Orders Over $25
  • Beauty Squad Rewards Program

Large Selection of Makeup Products

e.l.f. offers a large selection of products including mineral infused face primer, eyelash kits, blush and bronzer, skincare, and lip products to choose from. A mobile app is available in the Apple Store and Google Play Store. It gives customers the ability to quickly lookup their favorite products with ease.

Affordable Prices

e.l.f. has some of the lowest prices among professional makeup stores. Many products start as low as $3.00 including false eyelash kits, eyeliner, concealer, eye shadow, primer, and mascara. Customers can find everything they will need for their makeup routine.

100% Vegan and Cruelty-Free

As a huge bonus, e.l.f. makeup is 100 percent vegan and cruelty-free promise. This means that all ingredients are completely vegan with no animal testing.

Free Shipping On Orders $25

Customers can get free shipping on all orders over $25.00. For all orders that are less than $25.00 or don't have a promotional code, the standard shipping rate is $4.95. e.l.f. also offers a 15 percent student discount when you sign up for its e.l.f. Cosmetics Beauty Squad rewards program and verify your student status through StudentBeans. Each student will receive a promo code that can be used at any time for up to a year.

Beauty Squad Rewards Program

With every purchase made through elfcosmetics.com customers can receive points that are redeemable for free gifts and exclusive perks. The program is free to join with three levels that you can advance to with every purchase. Each tier has its own set of rewards based on the number of points you accumulated.

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The Bad

  • No Returns
  • Reward Points Expire

No Returns

While e.l.f. will replace any item that may have been damaged during the shipping process, returns or exchanges are not available due to the low-cost nature of the products. e.l.f. is the only makeup store we reviewed that doesn't allow returns. Customers who are unsure whether they will like the products may prefer to opt for shopping with a makeup store that offer returns, like Sally Beauty Supply or Ulta.

Reward Points Expire

It is fairly easy to accumulate points within the Beauty Squad Rewards Program, but your points do come with some exceptions. If you have not been active on your account for 12 months, meaning you have not made a purchase or used your points towards a free gift within a year, your points will expire. This also means that if you have advanced to a higher tier of reward points you will also be dropped back down to the first tier.

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The Bottom Line

With such a vast collection of makeup products at such a low price, this is a low-risk cosmetic company to shop with. Between the rewards program and low prices, this is definitely a makeup store you should consider. It is unfortunate that products are non-refundable and if this is a concern for you, we recommend looking into some of the other makeup stores we have listed on our site.

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4.4

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Jungle55 Coeur d'Alene, ID

I recently purchased the Wow! Brow Gel. I love it! I was a little skeptical since it was so inexpensive, but no need to have been! The product was so easy to use, lasted all evening ( I gave 4 stars as it does not seem to last all day, I need to reapply in the later afternoon, but maybe I am just a sweaty person. ) My brows are a tad thin and this makes it so easy to fill in!

5 years ago

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Nicole LeBaron Provo, UT

e.l.f is hit or miss for me. I have found products that I really love, and then some of their products you can tell that they are really cheap. You just have to figure out what products work best for you.

7 years ago

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Lindsey American Fork, UT

I think e.l.f. products look really nice on the outside, but aren't good quality when you actually start using them. They have good starter makeup when you're younger, but I don't use them now.

8 years ago

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Brenda Nakhon Sawan, 60

Elf has some amazing products but there are a few that I avoid from negative personal experience. Their poreless putty primer is amazing for people with oily skin like mine. I have noticed that the people who work there have always been very nice and well put together.

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Pauline Causse Provo, UT

Elf has a few great products that I have been using for years now, like the beauty blender and the eyebrow kit. I've also owned a few of their brushes for a few years as well and they still works great! It's a great option if you don't want to spend too much money on makeup

5 years ago

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Anne Sainsbury Orem, UT

Great makeup supplies for the low prices that they offer. I love cheaper options when it comes to buying makeup and I have been buying my makeup brushes there for years. I have had my brushes for a number of years and have no complaints! I will definitely use them in the future.

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Jenetta E Provo, UT

Not always the most high quality makeup, but for the price its fantastic and they do have a few products that are absolute rockstars! Extra big fan of their brown eyeliner and their brow pencils. Their eye primer is terrible though in my opinion.

5 years ago

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Darci Vasquez Spokane, WA

My favorite thing about e.l.f. is how affordable it is. They have an option for almost every type of makeup product and they are usually cheaper than other makeup brands while still being good quality. Every product i've bought from them has lasted a while and has worked.

5 years ago

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Madisen Cluff Los Angeles, CA

I have found that elf either has really good products or products that don't work the way they said they would. I currently use the e.l.f. Poreless Putty Primer and it is absolutely AMAZING!! I have really oily skin that usually ruins any makeup that I put on but the primer I use from elf does the best job at keeping my face matt.

5 years ago

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Holly Magnusson ,

Sure you can spend spend more money on other make up products, but why spend more when you don't have too. I love how elf is cheap but when applied on it doesnt look cheap, and stays on well. I've used the nail polish alot and for me it has stayed on no chips looking flawless for at least a week, and that while playing sports.

5 years ago

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Sarah Fayetteville, AR

ELF cosmetics are such good quality for a great price! Their recent focus on vegan and cruelty free products drew me to try out their different lines. Definitely did not regret! Their eyeshadows are super pigmented and easy to apply.

5 years ago

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Mackenize Jorgensen Los Angeles, CA

I use E.L.F to do my makeup and my sisters makeup. It is super easy and good for a beginner who is just trying to learn how to do makeup. It has so many fun colors that you can play around with and come up with so many different styles and designs.

5 years ago

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Kenzie Comstock Woods Cross, UT

Don't let the low price of e.l.f. products fool you. They have some amazing products that I love! My new favorite is their Holy Hydration Face Cream. I have combination skin and this has worked perfect! I also like the smell of it! I've also used their eyeshadows and eyeliner and really like those as well!

6 years ago

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Rylie Crandall

I like this makeup brand because it is so affordable. The quality of makeup isn’t the greatest, but there are some products that work incredibly. I will be using their products for a long time.

5 years ago

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Jessica Chen Rockville, MD

For me, e.l.f. primer is the best primer I have ever bought, better than those from drugstores. I love the primer and foundation I have from e.l.f. e.l.f has consistently sent great products that work well with my skin.

5 years ago

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Tiauna Anderson Salt Lake City, UT

e.l.f. is my favorite makeup brand to use. It's affordable and still is great quality. I have been using their eyeliner and shadow for years and recently added more makeup brushes to my makeup catalog. They have been great!

6 years ago

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Sandra Kave ,

I have so much respect for this company since they are creating professional cosmetic products placing them with available budget pricing.

5 years ago

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Darbles32 Managua, MN

While I am not a makeup artist or expert and really enjoy the fair prices of Elf and have had no problems with their makeup

6 years ago

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Sharmae Gilgen American Fork, UT

My favorite products include lip gloss, tweezers and cuticle oil. I don't like their eye shadow or eye brow kit. Great prices make it ok to try their products.

5 years ago

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Brooklyn Davison West Jordan, UT

I love knowing that there is a super affordable beauty brand that also works. I have been using e.l.f. brow products for years and have yet to be disappointed!

5 years ago

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Shante Reeder Herriman, UT

This is a great make up line that is much less expensive than a lot of other brands. They have a descent variety of colors, and I love their lipsticks!

6 years ago

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Anya Lee Tallahassee, FL

e.l.f. has a great selection of makeup tools such as brushes and beauty blenders. I also really like their makeup setting mist.

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Alexa Cooper Salt Lake City, UT

Good stuff. I prefer Artistry over any other makeup brand now, but their primer was nice and my sister loves their stuff!

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Emma Simpson West Valley City, UT

I was having a hard time finding good eyeliner that would stick to my eyelid, and when I tried e.l.f.’s it worked! So, I really like the eyeliner.

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Jordyn Kerner Fayetteville, AR

Such quality products for the low price! Elf has a variety of selections that are all super affordable and can easily be bought at most drug stores.

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mallory p. Jackson, MS

e.l.f. makeup is my go-to! it lasts forever and is of great quality! it’s also VERY affordable and comes in good portions.

5 years ago

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L. Fowler Pleasant Grove, UT

Love that these products are affordable and can be purchased by just about anyone. They offer a wide range of products.

8 years ago

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Angelina Hamilton Gulfport, MS

For as cheap as this make up is I have no complaints. It is definitely worth every penny!

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Emma Fairbanks Payson, UT

I use elf foundation and it is the best, full coverage and blends beautifully! Definitely would recommend

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Syd13 Washington, UT

Their products are great quality for the price! Their products are simple and easy to use! They are great for beginners

5 years ago Edited September 14, 2021

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Lauraine Pleasant Grove, UT

I love elf so much! They always have makeup in tones that just blend with your skin, and it's really affordable

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Jennifer Salt Lake City, UT

A large array of products. However, some products are very cheap and don't do much.

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Taylor Larson Nakhon Sawan, 60

I love e.l.f. because the products are inexpensive, but they aren't the best quality.

5 years ago