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Thrive Causemetics

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Author: Kaitlyn Short

LAST UPDATED: February 2nd, 2023

Key Details
  • Clean Ingredient Makeup
  • "Beauty with a Purpose"
  • Eyelash and Eyebrow Products

Summary

Thrive Causemetics was founded in 2013 by Karissa Bodnar after a very close friend of hers passed away from cancer. Karissa has worked as a makeup artist for over a decade and formulated and designed many beauty products. The ingredient lists include a combination of natural ingredients including Orchid Stem Cell Complex, castor oil, jojoba oil, grapeseed oil, and shea butter. For every product that is purchased, Thrive Causemetics donates one to a woman going through cancer treatment. This company believes in “Beauty with a Purpose” and that women who are going through cancer treatment shouldn’t just survive, they should thrive. 

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The Good

  • Unique Mission and Products 
  • Bestselling Thrive Mascara
  • Makeup Tutorials
  • Free Shipping on Orders Over $35

Unique Mission and Products 

Thrive Causemetics has a very clear purpose: To make sure all women feel confident and beautiful, no matter their circumstances. This company was founded to help women who have lost their hair, do just that. With every purchase that is made, one beauty product will be donated to a woman who is undergoing cancer treatment. Most faux eyelashes or lash extensions are made to adhere to eyelashes that are already there, but Thrive Causemetics lashes are specially designed for women who no longer have any. Bodnar has developed a variety of other beauty products that include: Infinity Waterproof Eyeliner, Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara, lash adhesive, eye shadow, eye brightener, liquid lipstick, lip gloss, and brow liner to make sure women have everything they need to feel beautiful. While Thrive Causemetics products are designed to help women who have lost their hair, the products work for any woman, lashes, and eyebrows or not. Thrive Causemetics uses only cruelty-free, vegan ingredients. 

Bestselling Thrive Mascara 

Thrive's bestselling mascara is a lash growing mascara that promotes long-term growth and moisture for your natural lashes. It is a tubing mascara, which means the mascara covers each individual lash with a tube-like layer. This product is a more affordable option than eyelash extensions, works well for those with watery or sensitive eyes and is more effective in creating a long lashes look than traditional volumizing mascara alone. The formula can be removed easily with makeup remover and a washcloth or cotton ball. Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara is not advertised as a waterproof mascara but the tube-like fiber layer is water resistant. 

Makeup Tutorials 

There are tutorials offered to help women get the look they want. They are step-by-step instructions for different looks and practices directly from a Thrive makeup artist. These tutorials are helpful to those women who are unsure about how to achieve the look they are hoping for. Thrive Causemetics also offers videos on how to care for the false lashes that are purchased. From fine lines, skin tone, and lip colors Thrive can help you create the look you want. 

Free Shipping on Orders Over $35

Free shipping is offered on all orders over $35. Because their products are high end, most of the orders made qualify for free shipping. Plus the more customers spend, the more products are donated to help those women in need. Thrive also offers free shipping on any returned product, including a postage-paid U.S. return label in each order. They are also willing to fully refund makeup the customer is unsatisfied with, within reasonable circumstances.

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The Bad

  • Limited Product Offering

Limited Product Offering

Thrive Causemetics has a limited product range. They provide customers with eyelashes, eyeliner, brow liner, lash adhesive, Glossy Lip Mark, Lip Mate, Bronzer, Blush, Triple Threat Color Stick, Brilliant Eye Brightener, and eyeshadow. But if customers are looking for any other makeup products such as foundation, perfumes, or other skincare products, they won't find it here. Thrive was founded to provide women with the things they have lost (eyelashes and eyebrows), but foundation and skincare may be provided in the future.

 

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The Bottom Line

This company may not have as much variety in terms of product selection, but its bestselling mascara promoting lash growth sets it apart, and Thrive has a purpose and cause. Thrive Causemetics offers great products while also donating to women in need because every woman deserves to feel beautiful in their own skin.

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Michelle McCleese Portsmouth, OH

At 54, I have bought every mascara on the market. Thrive brown is the best - hands down. The black, not so much + idk why. I have short, sparse lashes and with one coat, I can leave the house happy. No more 2-3 coats and looks natural. In the shower, it comes off easily, but - and this might be why it’s good - it comes off in tiny rubbery flakes. I LOVE this mascara. Eye and face cream moisturizes all day, though took me a minute to figure out the dispensers. The reason for 4 stars is that the primer is just ok, as in it’s silicone. I would like more anti-aging products, maybe a foundation, but the CC creams is good, and I’d really like to do away with foundation. They are adding products, so I’ll be buying from them for the foreseeable future. Serums though? PCA Exlinea to prevent/soften lines. If I could only have one thing, it would be that. Two? That and Thrive mascara.

4 years ago

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Whimsy067 Cordova, TN

I've purchased the Liquid Lash Extensions mascara, eye palette #2, and FOUR shades of lipstick. All items were received within 2-3 days. My take: Mascara - No clumps, no flakes, no smudges, no eye irritation and easily removed with my usual "oil free" liquid eye makeup remover. Don't "pump" the wand as it pushes air into the tube & makes it dry out. Also, tap the wand tip on a tissue to remove the glob that may end up on your lashes. Eye Palette #3 - Love it. The medium shade is a purple/grey/brown which sounds odd but it is beautiful & versatile. Lipsticks - Like them a LOT. I have fair skin, very dark eyes, and dark blonde hair. I ordered Aquila (Warm Rose Mauve), Ilene (Pink Taupe), Bizzy (Dusty Rose) and Emii (Plum Mauve). The only one I don't like & will have to return is Ilene as it is too light for me. These are not the creamiest lipsticks nor the most long lasting but I LOVE the other colors. I tend to snack a lot & find the color lasts longer if I line my lips first, blend the liner onto my lip, and finish with the lipstick.

6 years ago

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Lupe Miami, FL

I am very satisfied with the mascara, eyeliner, brow liner, eye brightened and lipstick I have purchased. I plan to get other items. I do not know where the poor reviews are coming from. Incorrect application may be the issue. The eyeliner stays on. The mascara requires a little bit of care when removed...I use a formulation for waterproof mascara and a minute or two more and that is it. The lipstick is very emollient and it stays on. I LOVE this brand. I am a 61 year old make up addict...and I love this stuff...the secret is in the correct application of the product. I am giving 4 stars and not 5 because of the limited product range.

6 years ago

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Karen Aldridge Tuscaloosa, AL

Too bad there isn't a zero stars. The eyebrow product I received (after a two-month wait) was dried up and completely unusable. I contacted the company within two days of receipt and told them about the issue. They requested a video, which I gladly sent (still within the 10 days), showing the dried up applicator and that it could not possible be used. I requested a refund and was told they had a 10-day window for returns--they are in China! I asked if they expected me to get on a plane and fly the product to them! After multiple attempts to get my money refunded, with the same response about 10 days, I decided I would attempt to warn potential customers not to count on any customer service from these people. It is horrible, and apparently, so are their products. Save your money.

6 years ago

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Christina M. Las Vegas, NV

Reading through some of these reviews, I was quite shocked. Had I read these first, I never would have purchased from them. As it is, I did purchase the Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara and the Lip Mate High Shine Topper. I really like the mascara. I have naturally short stubby very blond lashes. While the effect wasn't dramatic like typical extensions would be, it was quite an improvement from other mascaras. It goes on a little thick so you don't need multiple coats. It separates and lengthens nicely. I have not experienced any of the flaking issues or the fibers getting in my eyes some users describe. Nor have I had any difficulty washing it right off with an eye makeup remover or even just plain soap & water. I have had it for about a month now and it works just as well as it did when I used it the first time. If my experience changes, I will update my review, however I am currently quite pleased. The lip gloss is a very natural (if slightly sparkly) warm rose gold color. I generally use it by itself and like the effect, however it can be used over lip liner or lip stain, just haven't tried that yet. The texture and feel of it is a little sticky as most glosses are. Otherwise, I feel like both of the products I have tried were good buys. I have no negative experiences with customer service (have not needed to work with them) and currently I have no issues with the products I have. If they hold up for another month or two, I would definitely purchase from them again. The only reason I chose not to give a 5 star review is because I reserve that ranking for those products that are beyond exceptional and far exceed my expectations. I rarely use 5 star ratings. That being said, this was a good product and I am very happy with my purchase.

6 years ago

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Lesa Burgess Pleasant Grove, UT

Some of the positives about Thrive Causemetics are it's products. That is the most important thing is your product and thrive has a good one. I love the "Thrive Mascara", it is by far my favorite product that they have. I love the tutorials they offer for their make up and when you order $35 worth of product, it's free shipping! The only real bad thing I have to say about it is the limited products that Thrive Causemetics offers. Other than that, great company!

6 years ago

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Dominika csurgo New Baltimore, MI

Having used the mascara for several monthe i have noticed dark shadow uberneath my eyes. Curious since they mention helps the growth of your lashes...is this the same ingredent that is used in the product that actually lengthens your lashes ...pple use it for glaucoma

4 years ago

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MJK St Louis, MO

The lash extension mascara is the best I have ever tried. It looks absolutely perfect. The Brilliant Eye Brightener is great so far, it looks lovely on. But the Infinity Waterproof Eyebrow Liner is not working out. The color will not transfer to my brow.

7 years ago

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Jocelyn E Lehi, UT

The application of their mascara is different. I had to evenly spread it to make sure it didn’t look clumpy. I’ve gotten a ton of compliments on it though, so it’s totally worth it!

6 years ago

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Melissa Providence, UT

I love their mascara. It is so easy to apply and washes off easily. I have purchased the mascara several times and once it wasn't the same. It flaked and seemed to dry out super fast. That is why I only gave it 4 stars. Just wondering if I got a bad batch that time.

4 years ago

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Devell Las Vegas, NV

Best strains in town and best deals. Guy that working front desk does a awesome job of explaining deals strain. I come all the time and will be back soon.

6 years ago

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Nancy McNair

I have their Mark lipstain/gloss and I love it! Also the gloss enhancer. I can't wait to try the Matte Legacy liquid lipstick!

7 years ago

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Cheryl Doyle

Love Thrive products!!! Even though they don't have a huge selection of makeup at this time, what they do have is awesome!

7 years ago

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Rhona Leffler Olney, MD

I like that that Thrive Causemetics is 100% cruelty free. The quality and selection of products is great. Love the mascara and eye brightener!

3 years ago