Hey friends! I am so excited that I am able to sit down and write out a review about my Elf Superclarify Cleanser tonight!! The holiday season is notoriously busy and the last few weeks have proved that to be true! I love the Christmas/holiday season and I’m loving the business… I mean what’s not to love about parades, Christmas shopping, decorating, and planning holiday parties! 🥳 I’ve also had a lot going on with my Etsy earring shop and with doing pop up shops in some local coffee shops (my absolute favorite especially when Santa shows up 😉). What has the start of your holiday season looked like?
Tonight, I want to show of a product that has been an absolute blessing to me in a month that demands a lot financially! I can spend a lot of skincare but sometimes it’s nice to have a product that works but doesn’t break the bank. And this face wash from Elf met those needs perfectly!
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What I look for in an affordable cleanser
I don’t usually have the same expectations for a cheap cleanser as I do for a higher end brand although Elf honestly lives up to the hype often! Here are my expectations when purchasing an affordable face wash:
* Affordability: this is sort of obvious but I usually look for something in the $10-$15 range.
* Clean Ingredients: I want a product that isn’t harmful to my skin and I avoid things like phthalates, parabens, and sulfates.
* Effectiveness: I want the products I use to actually works which is another obvious one. But if a product dries my skin out, doesn’t leave my face feeling clean, or causes/worsens breakouts I do not want to keep using it!
* Packaging: It’s definitely not as important but I love a well designed product! Typically if a product design doesn’t stand out to me, I won’t pick it up!
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Q and A
Question: Is Elf a high quality brand?
Answer: We are often drawn to luxe products with luxe prices claiming that they will fix all our skin issues. Elf is a well known drug store brand but that doesn’t mean that it is lacking in quality! While I have tried products from them that I was not impressed with, most of their products are very good quality! So yes! Their products are usually high quality!
Question: What is Niacinamide?
Answer: Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 commonly found in foods and used as a supplement and a medication. It is used in skincare to treat aging and acne. It can improve skin hydration by preventing much needed moisture from evaporating! Great for dry weather!
Question: What does the superclarify cleanser do?
Answer: This cleanser is designed to lift impurities and cleanse pores, smooth complexion, strengthens, moisturizes, tones, and clarifies skin!
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How I tested…
I went from using a luxe brand to using this Elf cleanser so I was able to compare a high end and an affordable brand. I’ve been using the Elf cleanser morning and evening and noting the difference between the two cleansers!
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About the Elf Superclarify Cleanser
Price: $6.00
Size: 3.4 fluid oz
Where to buy: Target, Ulta, Elf
Skin type: oily, dry, combination
Pros:
🧡Clean and cruelty-free
🧡Contains Niacinamide
🧡Very affordable
🧡Uses lavender to sooth skin
🧡Gentle foaming formula
🧡Prevents clogged pores
🧡Smoothes skin
🧡Lifts impurities
🧡Free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates
🧡Perfect for daily use
🧡Pleasant, soft lavender scent
🧡I love the super cute color and bottle design!
Cons:
❌None!
My rating:
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My review:
This cleanser works just as well as the more expensive brand I was using. My skin looks fresh and healthy and feels wonderful! The foaming cleanse is satisfying and I love the scent. It is not drying at all which is nice for my dry skin but it still does a great job of cleaning my pores. And of course the price is perfect for an affordable option!
E.l.f. Superclarify Cleanser - 3.4 Fl Oz : Target
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Other cleansers I love:
1. Fleur & Bee’s Facial Cleanser:
💕Pros:
•Natural ingredients
•Certified clean
•Recyclable packaging
•Works very well
•Moisturizing and non drying
❌Cons:
•A little above my affordable skincare threshold but still an amazing product
2. Sephora Smoothing Cleanser
💙Pros:
•98% natural ingredients
•Affordable
•Planet positive
•Works better than I expected!
•I love the foam
❌Cons:
•No complaints
3. Pure’AM Amino Acid Mild Cleanser
💚Pros:
•Balances skin’s pH
•Clean, cruelty free, and vegan
•Gentle and soothing
•Reduces inflammation and irritation
•Deeply cleansing
❌Cons:
•A little about my affordable threshold again but still a worthwhile product
•I have dry skin and did experience a minimal amount of drying.
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Why you can trust my opinion!
I have been testing skincare products and brands for several years now! Elf is one of my go to brands so I am very familiar with their products. I have tried a variety of luxe and drug store brands over the years and have curated a list of my favorites!
*P.S. Elf is one of my favorites!
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Conclusion:
Between Christmas gifts for your family and friends, all the fun festive trips, and the holiday baking, December can be a tight month! If you are looking for an effective yet affordable cleanser, this is the perfect product! It works just as well as higher end brands, smells lovely, won’t break the bank, and will not dry out your face during the frosty weather! This Elf clarifying cleanser has made it on my favorite cleanser list for sure!
What is your go to cleanser?
Do you prefer drug store brands or luxe?
What are you looking forward to most during this holiday season?
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