ELF COSMETICS HALO GLOW VS CHARLOTTE TILBURY HOLLYWOOD FLAWLESS FILTER | HOW DO THEY COMPARE? 

When it comes to a formula, I don’t think that anyone is ripping anyone else off. They still had to put the time and energy into developing the product. If it was so easy to do, they would have pushed out a product years ago. I have an issue when companies copy a unique color story or creative packaging. Also, there are many (like myself) who just always stayed away from that product because of the price. I don’t think elf will be taking many customers from CT, but they will capture a different piece of the market. Kudos for them.

I do like the Elf side much better. That comes to show that more expensive is not necessary better looking. Have a great day 🙏

Love this! The copycat thing is a hard question, but I generally think it's ok. Auric and Lisa Eldridge released similar products, too. I think the hackles rise a little more when it's an inexpensive brand that does it. But some people just can't afford luxury brands, or choose to spend their money differently. So having a reasonably priced option is great. Everyone deserves to glow!

You look FLAWLESS! ✨ Thanks for sharing this glowing review! We’re so e.l.f.ing happy to hear you’re loving it as much as we do! 💗

When Tara is blown away by a product, that tells you something!!! Gonna have to try it out!

Elf side looks great! Better match than CT

Fantastic, Tara- SUCH a well-done comparison, the most beneficial/helpful 1 I've seen. I liked the Elf side, too. They improved it overall, for $30 less & a smidgen more product. It seems to be a more flattering formula, which is what we want, right? 😊 keeping a glass component goes a long way, too ❤

This is my opinion only, I think shade matching to self tanners is next to impossible; what's worse is we blame makeup brands for their shades that don't match to our fake tans. Auric is hands down the best type of this unique product and you will not be able to share match with the orange undertone of some self tanners.

Thank you for sharing this. I’m excited to try the ELF halo glow. Can’t wait to see it in the stores

That is amazing. I think the elf side really held its own. This was such a great comparison. Take care !!!

Can’t wait to try this! Awesome & honest As always Tara 💞

TARA! Everything about your look today is PERFECT on you!! That blush!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩 Stunning as usual!!

Thanks for another honest and great review. Trust & just love ya ms Tara Lynn!👍🏻💕❤️ you’re such a joy to watch. Th highlight of my day!!

Wow looks like a great product great review Tara 💕

In Auric Glowlust you’d be the Sunstone shade :) however it seems as though this new Elf glow makes that a moot point! Looking forward to mine arriving later today, I’m a junky for these glowy bases! ✨ thank you for the detailed review

I watched two other comparison videos and both said there was more coverage with the Elf. I love CT, but I will absolutely be picking up the Elf. Thank you for the comparison swatches, they both look beautiful on you!

I CANNOT wait to get my “face” on this product!!! You give the best most detailed reviews - thank you bella ☺️💕 I love CT but in this case I’m definitely “team E.L.F.” Xo 🇨🇦

My dearest Tara Lynn this is a perfect example of why we love you so much!! Your Continuous honest reviews and your awesome tutorials. I have both luxury & affordable makeup & I love both. However the past couple years I had early retire at 63. After my third major back surgery. So I watch your channel one to see the reviews and get the honest opinion of what I am missing out on by not buying and what I really want to get because I still deserve it. And you help me sort through that entire debacle. I still love make up. how ever I hate watching women my age that smile all the time and talk through a grin and smile I wanna slap that shit off their face because they push sponsored items which you do not and for that I’m very grateful! You have become a very very trusted advisor and I appreciate you so much. Plus you’re so talented and adorable and fun to watch and that makes my days more enjoyable. Some days I talk right back at you as though you can hear me. And then I hear your adorable little giggle/laugh. FYI it’s come to be so comforting. So from the bottom of my heart thank you! And please keep doing what you do. And if I may... did I miss something right did you never start a cooking channel?? Yes I was there when you were thinking about it. I know it must take a lot. I just didn’t know if I was missing out or if life took you in another direction. I hope you don’t mind my posting and asking but when I ask you in your videos you don’t answer😉🤣😂🥰💗💕😫👍🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻thanks dear. God bless.

Great review. I will definitely be trying the elf

I’m sold going order now 4 and 5 thank you gorgeous Tara !

Appreciate your honesty, swatches, and telling both sides of the story with high end vs drugstore. Going to give the elf version a try if it ever comes back in stock!

Excellent review, Tara! My order comes this week. I am looking forward to trying this out and seeing how it compares to the CT.

Wow that is impressive! My elf will be here in a few days and I am so excited!!!

Thanks - this was so helpful! ❤

First comment! Yah! Thanks for your honesty…I’m going to get this !

Such a helpful review thank you! I’m really excited to try this once it comes back in stock!

The elf side looks SOOOOOO good! I missed out on buying it and now it's sold out! Can't wait to get my hands on this product! Awesome review - thank you!!

At first application, the elf side was more bronze. Like you just got the perfect amount of sun on vacation! Wow e.l.f. did the damn thang! I have the CT flawless filter in shade 7 for 2 years now and I never use it. I have oily skin and basically...I should not have bought it😄

I received my ELF product a few days ago and I agree, I think it’s better than CT. Hands down. It just looks nicer on my skin than CT. Emphasizes textures and pores less. Also, I could never wear CT alone, w/o concealer or foundation or powder - it just looked a bit too metallic. I always had to tone it down w something. I don’t find that to be w ELF. I wore it just on its own and it looked gorgeous. You are right - it has slightly more coverage with a beautiful natural glow. It really is a fantastic product. The shade range is not as wide as CT, but the 2 ELF shades I picked up, 4 (medium) and 5 (medium tan), look exactly the same as the shades I use in CT. Definitely prefer the ELF product over CT. And kudos to ELF for not skimping on the packaging! It’s nice that it’s in a glass bottle. It feels great using it. And I bet you my makeup collection, all the lettering doesn’t peel off this bottle like it does in the CT.

Thanks for your review Tara! I have the Auric & I really like… Never bought the CT Hollywood filter cause I figured it would MOST likely emphasize any skin texture as minor as it may be. So I’m definitely going to buy the Elf & see how that wears on my skin … hopefully I like it as much as Auric. As far as CT if I decide to buy it … it will be a small size first to see how it looks. But for now Elf it is.

I am so excited to try it! I looovvvve elf 😍😍😍 great comparison video 😘😘 you're the best at comparison videos 😍

I got mine a few days ago and didn’t feel like I needed to wear foundation with it. I agree with everything you said in your review. My only regret is not buying a darker shade for when I self tan.

I honestly thought Elf side was CT!! It looks beautiful. So nice to see you use a ELF product on your channel.

I love the elf halo glow filter!!! I have fair/medium skin with a neutral undertone and shade 2 was a perfect match for me. I've never tried CT (because i don't wear makeup a lot nor do I want to spend that much for makeup) and elf game is strong!! I use it alone and powder a little in the t zone and i get so many compliments on my skin. 98% of my makeup and skin care are elf products. It's so affordable and the quality is great as well!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤ elf

Shade 5 definitely has a warm Undertone. I would get shade 4. It's more neutral 😁

I got this yesterday and going try how you applied it. I've never used the Charlotte Tilbury one as always held back cos of the price. X

This was a great review and comparisons. Thank you so much.

I CAN'T wait to find this and pick it up. Everyone is saying they can barely notice a difference. I love the CT version, but if I can get it cheaper.... why not? :) ty so much for the review, love you and your channel!!!

I don’t wear these for a full foundation I use them under but I will be trying that out! As for being called a “dupe” Auric was definitely the first “dupe” I recall and there could be more out there but I didn’t hear anyone ever say anything bad about Auric in fact it was praised beyond belief it’s ok but nothing out of this world won’t be rebuying them. So glad you did a full face comparisons it definitely helps and I liked the Elf side on you better and will definitely be trying this! Also not everybody can afford Charlotte tilbury so anyone that takes offense should really step back and realize it’s not about them! Great review!

I have never used the Charlotte Tilbury Flawless filter as a foundation. I have only ever used it as a highlighter, but if I can save some money especially these days. I will be buying the ELF Product. Thank you for this review.

Love the review! Thank you, love the ELF product! I need it

Mine is coming in the mail next week and I'm so excited. I have Charlotte's already but if this is better or at least comparable, then I'm repurchasing the E.L.F one. Who doesn't want to save $30? Thanks for the review.

Happy to see Elf come out with this. They have made their stance on the overturning of Roe VERY clear, where as every single email I and others have sent to CT have gone unanswered and still no statement. This effects so many in our community. CT will not get any more of my business and companies like Elf will.

Wow, now Im excited for mine to arrive!!!

Yaaaaas shout out to elf i was waiting for this video THAAAAAANK YOOOOOOU

Great review Tara thank you! I’ve watched a few reviews now on this and you’re review has just made me to purchase it ☺️ I have the CT one but found it too metallic on my 50 year young skin. The elf one sounds perfect for me. Thanks again 💕

Fantastic review as always 😊 I don’t mind products that are similar. My issue with plagiarism in makeup are the eyeshadow palettes that are clear ripoffs of higher end versions. When the entire branding of a company is the blatant plagiarism of high end palettes, then I have an issue because that’s a total ripoff of someone else’s artistic creativity.

Great review🎉 ty❤😊 and yep…..just pitched my Hollywood.

I thought the elf side was Charlotte Tilbury and looked better 😳🤯I am shook! Thank you Tara.

I picked the correct side!!! But I didn’t guess early because I didn’t want to be mistaken lmao you know you are always making me want to buy things!!!!

Hello Tara, I guessed the which side was Elf and I was correct. I have been looking for foundation or a BB cream that doesn’t look like I’m a clown and not to Thick. And this looks like something I would like. I do love how it looked on you & the Elf side did look like it had more coverage. I wish I would of known about this product before. But hopefully it restocks soon. I don’t think Charlotte Tilbury will not affected by this Elf halo glow. Like you said theirs enough for every brand to make money. And to have their time to shine. Thanks again Tara for your review and try on of The Elf Halo Glow. Have a great day.🥰

Now I need the elf one too

Wow looks like Elf have hit the jackpot with this product well done to them. The Elf side of your face Tara looks better, the CT side looks more patchy. Will definitely be picking a couple of the Elf products up when they come back into stock. Thanks for the review.🥰💜

Tara, thanks for the review. I liked the Elf side better...will have to try it. Take care. Canada.

There was a time where liquid lipsticks weren't a thing. One company made it and the rest eventually did as well. Same with making a product similar to the CT Flawless Filter. Also, if I can save $ on makeup and use that $ elsewhere, why not. Will buy Elf when it's back in stock. Great review. Blessings! P.S. I guessed wrong as to which product was on your face.

Elf side does look better! Thank you for reviewing it, I love high end make up but it's often so overpriced and IMHO Charlotte Tilbury products are not always worth the hype. I'm going to grab that elf filter

THANK YOU for your video!! I just finished my review (it’s going up Saturday morning), and I couldn’t agree with you more. I thought my eyes were deceiving me about the coverage with the Elf. So glad I wasn’t losing my mind! 🥴. I heard that it’s not going to Ulta, but they will have it in Target (I think that’s what I read). Love this Elf product. 😍

Love your nails..the shape the length the color ..I think they look prettier short

I had wanted to buy the flawless filter for a long time after I saw it was one of your favorite products. Finally, at the last Sephora sale: I bought a mini sized CT and that was expensive for the amount you get. I am so glad to see your review and to know that there is an excellent dupe. You give the most thorough and nuanced reviews

I hope it comes back in stock soon!

I just purchased the Elf in Number 2 and I love it! But I also ordered the CT in the shade Medium. I ordered medium because they only have 4 shades in the mini. I’m thinking Elf wins already but I have a feeling the CT might be perfect in the summer! It’s a bit darker and just gives a bit of a glow. I need more coverage in the winter (I think) haha. But ya I’m loving the Elf. I’m 54. ❤

This product is so exciting ....I am waiting for it to come to Canada to review it ❤️❤️❤️. love your videos darling! ❤️❤️

Dang all the shades are sold out on the Elf website, I signed up for notification when it comes back. Beautiful on you, thank you for another fantastic video. I have the CT but I’m excited to try the Elf one, I just read it will be coming to Target on August 14th.

I guessed right lol only because I heard Elf gives more coverage. I can see the difference but both look good 👍🏽 I’ll go with Elf 😁

Tara your skin has been looking absolutely beautiful! Texture, etc., your fave looks so smooth and even!! Question, did you use anything else on top of the New ELF product besides a few dabs of concealer in the middle of your face and under eyes? I know you have blush and perhaps bronzer but did u use any other skin tints, etc.? I HOPE to get an answer 🥰. Thank you for all you do for us.

I saw the review from Steph stash and from Morgan Turner and I am so intrigued about this product. So glad you made this video I wanted your feedback. I am sad it is sold out in the lighter shades but I can wait since I have 2 shades of the Charlotte Tilbury. I also love the Chanel and I think this new Elf will save me a lot of money

This looks beautiful and I immediately jumped on the elf website but all of the medium shades were sold out. I’ll be grabbing a couple when they are back in stock! I don’t mind when companies copy high end brands because like you said, it’s not going to hurt Charlotte Tilbury one bit! I often buy dupes of my favorite niche brands of perfume. Same concept, and I don’t always have $300 to shell out on a bottle of perfume. I save the expensive ones for special occasions and spray the affordable ones as often as I like. Great review as always Tara! Enjoy your weekend!💗😎

Wow That Elf on you is beautiful!! Gonna get some and tell my daughter

Love this video. I used to mix the 4 And 5 together. Now I have 4.5 So now I Will order 4 from Charlotte tilbury. ;) And 5 also maby to mix them up for a tan. What a price difference And I love that it has move cover. Because I always wear the CT Alone. Maby its to glowy haha. So the elf is better :)

I think Right is CT! Looks glower so I’d say better quality!

You had me at Elf covers textured orange type skin. I love my FF but definitely buying the Elf when it comes back in stock. Did you see the new CT cream shadow shades especially sunlit glow 🤤

I agree elf is way better for sure but the true test is natural lighting look near a window bring your mirror and look all angles 😉

Tara, the elf side was stunning. There was something about the undertone that gave your look an extra oomph. The CT side was stunning too, but missing that oomph quality. Thank you so much for sharing your very thorough review.🫶🏼

Welcome Back Pretty Great Tara Lynn And Good Luck For

I think your right side is CT. I couldn't wait to see this comparison video

I honestly thought your right side was the elf product because your left side looks more "flawless". Turns out I was wrong..the elf side was your left side! That is amazing! If I really examine your face, I see a slight difference in the texture, smoothness, and color. The right side looks more skin-like, and I believe Charlotte's filter is supposed to just be very lightweight and skin-like.

They both look gorgeous, but the Elf side looks shinier to me. As a greasy-faced girl, I'm not sure how I feel about that...but I'm still going to give it a try!!

@taralynnbeauty what blush are you using here? Love the color!

Thank you for your review!! What do you have on your cheeks? Ta

Wow! I thought the ELF side was CT and looked better!

I jumped on shade 1 and 2 right away. I love them! I won't buy Flawless Filter anymore.

Love that Elf killed it! Too bad it’s all sold out so I will have to be patient! Thanks for your thorough review per usual!❤️

Just finished watching Morgan’s review. Great content Tara.. I still love my CT ..it’s gorgeous. And my bottle will last forever. I only use it as a highlighter..you look so lovely and fresh after your holiday.

When I’m using a Dewey foundation and I don’t want to set it with powder I just do the slightest amount of powder, barely any around the perimeter of my face so that my hair doesn’t stick to my face or my foundation!

ELF better coverage and MATCH! LOVE ELF SIDE!

I liked the elf side from the beginning

Happy Pretty Thursday Everyone And Good Luck

Thank you so much for this review! I am currently in the process of replacing mt CT products for personal reasons so I love finding dupe/alternatives! Also my pug Peaches says Hi to your Shitzu 🧡

Great review! I love the Elf side better on you. xo

I think the shade match of the ELF is also better. Also, what blush are you wearing?

Hey beautiful! I just picked up 3 of these at Target. Lol! You sparked my curiosity with this review. Please tell me what blush you are wearing. It's Flippin gorgeous!🦋

We have intellectual property laws. If Elf violated them, CT will sue. If not, it's fair game to develop copycat products. As far as I am concerned, that's up to the lawyers to hash out if and when a line has been crossed. I'm just focused on product performance. CT might have included higher quality/skincare ingredients in the HFF as well, I don't know. Thank you for the review Tara!

What undertone do s the Elf shade you chose have? On camera it looks very warm, but I know the camera can change colors and tones.

Elf is warmer. Which could be interpreted as coverage.

Right side elf

Ok I do see a slight difference and based on the review from Babsbeauty my guess is charlotte is on your right( my left) and elf on your left

Ripping CT off? I think CT has been ripping us off for years - her products are grossly overpriced and tbh, I don't like most of them. Good for elf, no brand has the monopoly on shades or formulas. CT has made a fortune from the Hollywood Flawless Filter now it's elfs turn, who btw, won't reap the same profits as CT because the elf product is fairly priced. Just as soon as elf replenish their stocks, I'll happily be getting a couple of shades 😊😊 Awesome vid Tara, thank yooooooooooo!! Love you loads and loads and loads ⭐💗⭐💗⭐💗⭐💗⭐

its back in stock!! FYI

How does this compare to Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue or It Cosmetics Nude Glow?

Wild guess is the right(my right) CT