Primers and lipgloss to keep you looking your best
As we all know this summer’s temps are brutal, so I decided to break down some of the best and worst eyes. lips. face. (e.l.f.) cosmetic products that can withstand the heat.
You may be wondering why I am exploring the e.l.f. brand. Here’s why.
I wanted to invest in products that are cruelty-free, affordable and reliable, which is exactly what e.l.f. provides.
e.l.f. is known for its high-quality face primers, a classic is the pore-less cream primer, but I needed something more powerful in order to keep a full face of makeup from melting off.
I had to get a grip on e.l.f.’s power grip primer. I heard recommendations on social media platforms from makeup artists/ influencers to everyday users, so I knew the product would deliver.
Finding this product was extremely difficult as it was sold out for months at every drugstore in Kingsville. I finally made a trip to Ulta in Corpus Christi and grabbed one of the last ones.
The packaging is simple and functional, the product itself is very sticky there was no way my makeup was going to move an inch.
I wore my makeup for 10 hours that day and spent an average of two hours outside, and I was right, everything was intact.
After spending that much time under the sun I realized I needed to incorporate a form of sunscreen into my everyday routine. Next up was e.l.f.’s “Suntouchable!” primer. It was a waste of $15, it was oily and had a strange smell as well. The sunscreen primer was so sheer I was skeptical of the spf quality. I would suggest saving your money and passing on this product.
Despite the prior disappointment I decided to give another product a shot, the Jelly Pop Juicy Gloss. The lip-gloss didn’t leave behind a residue nor was it sticky and thick. The gloss provided the perfect amount of color and shine. At the end of my search, e.l.f. remains my favorite cosmetic brand but I would recommend passing on their sunscreen primer and grab the power grip primer instead.
