A lot of forum members seem to like Benefit so I thought why not create a Benefit thread where we can all review what we have tried, liked and haven't liked etc.

I am a massive Benefit fan (and I mean massive). I have almost everything in the range and I think the products are really fun and also of really great quality. From a marketing perspective I think the products are really cleaver!

Share with us what you have tried and what you have thought of the products you have used.

Good one cutie. I love, love, love Benefit! It's always high on the rotation list for me. The packaging of course is lots of fun but the products themselves are equally fab. My favourites are:

Dandelion: it's sold as a brightening powder but my skin is so pale I used it as a blush. It's a beautiful ballerina pink with a great texture. I always have this in my makeup bag.

Dallas: bought this after much debating and seeing your review PCC. Pretty colour and a bit sparkly too. Can look a bit dark on me so I need to use a light touch.

High Beam: the best highlighter I've ever used. A lovely pearly shimmer for cheek- and brow-bones. Love how it comes in a nail-polish style bottle too.

Bad Gal mascara: top stuff. Not my HG but pretty darn good.

Others I've tried and liked, but not loved:

Benetint: gorgeous colour for an old-fashioned gal like me, but dries my lips out too much consarnit. The Pocket Pal version seems to go down better.

Bo-ing concealer: good texture and excellent for redness and any blemishes.

Bathina Body So Fine: oooohhhhh, love this. Beautiful body balm with a light shimmer and smells delish (with the signature Bathina scent). Comes with a very cute velvet puff and glamour packaging.

Oh Baby!: light and pretty fragrance. I liked it but not as much as some of my other white florals.

Phew, I know there are more but I'll stop now and let others have their turn! :redcheeks:

I won't list everything I have tried as I will be here for ages making one of my lists. Just thought I would list my favourites for now.

Hoola
Georgia
Dandelion All face & complexion powders
Dallas

Boing Concealer
Lemonaid Eyelid concealer/base
Stop Bluffing Foundation

Brow Zings - eyebrow wax and powder

Oooh la la - eye treatment for baggs and puffiness

Gilded Eye Pencil - Gold shimmer fat pencil for eyes and lips
Bad Gal Mascara - huge tube and super fat applicator
Bad Gal Eyeliner - big fat black liner
Mr Frosty - Fat White pencil
Eye Bright - Fat pencil to conceal shadows and darkness around the eye area

Sisters Ford De-puffing action eye gel - great for eliminating puffyness
Pineapple Facial Polish - A very gentle exfolient but smells amazing

Some Kind a Gorgeous - This is called a foundation faker. I would say it's more like a very light tinted moisturiser that adapts to the colour of your own skin.

Hollywood Glow - A finishing touch facial glow

Moon Beam - A golden highlighter

High Beam - A pinkish highlighter

Stop Bluffing - a yellow concealer that eliminates any redness

Glamazon - a brown stain/tint for lips and cheeks

Ok so I have started one of my lists after all! I will finish up there but if anyone wants to know anything about any Benefit products just ask because I have probably got them!

I only have a handful of products from Benefit but wouldve added more the other day had I not had a sour retail experience with SA!

I have:

Lemonaid
You Rebel
2 lip glosses (they are quite small but good for makeup bags)
Depuffing gel

Would like to get: (realing straight from the catalogue here!)

Boi ing concealer - when they bring out a shade between 1 and 2!)
Some kind a gorgeous
High Brow
Hoola powder
You're bluffing powder and stick
Weather girl palette
Ooh la lift
Eye Bright

I have the weather girl palette Luisa. It's got great shadows and lip colours. I love this little compact to. The shadows blend really well to.

Can't wait to go down to Perth in April so I can have a look at the Benefit range in Myers, never considered the brand before, it sounds great - thanks guys :)

Benefits Touch Me Then Try To Leave body cream is to die for. I can honsetly say it is my all time favourite body cream and it absorbs so well leaving my skin lightly scented and super hydrated. Girls this is right up there with Kiehl's Creme De Corps.

Getting Steamy Bubble Bath and Shower Gel is gorgeous to. You can now buy it in smaller bottles for around $20.

I find the benetint too red for me. Red makes me look like a Geisha or alternatively like a street worker as I am so fair.

I'm loving the new 'looks' that they're launching - not sure if in Oz just yet as I get the Benefit e-mail newsletters.

The new Sheer Cream Blusher in Hush! looks lovely... can't wait to have a play when it hits my Myer...

Benefit have released a few new delights into their collection. I am not sure if they are in store yet here but they are coming soon if not.

Firmology - A toning and smoothing serum for the face and neck.

Rush Hour - Lipstick style tubes with a variety of colours that can be used as eith lipstick or blush.

Sheer Cream Blushers - Little tubes of cream blush in a variety of colours.

Creaseless Shadow Liners - Dual purpose pots of colour that can be used as a shadow or a liner.

Hopelessly Devoted To Pink Palette - Contains 3 shiny lip creams and 3 eyeshadows all in shades of pink of course! Has a super cute heart shaped mirror in the lip of the compact.

Can't wait to get my hot little hands on these newies. Also don't forget the new Badgal big lash mascara in navy. I have this and it rocks!

Hi PCC

Have you used the limp plump thingy and the under eye one??

I've read about them and looked at the before/after pics on the benefit website but never heard reports from anyone who's actually used them!

Ta,

Nat:typing:

Hi PCC

Have you used the limp plump thingy and the under eye one??

I've read about them and looked at the before/after pics on the benefit website but never heard reports from anyone who's actually used them!

Ta,

Nat:typing:

Hi Nattieb,
The Benefit Lip Plump is kind of like a foundation for your lips with a non tingling plumping agent. I think it is excellent for making your lippie or gloss stay on a lot longer but really didn't see any improvement in the volume of my lips.

Benefit do a few different eye creams etc so I am unsure which you are talking about.

The Ooh La Lift comes in a pale pink tube (like a mascara tube) with black writing on it. This product has a cult following in the US. What the product actually does is sooth, hydrate, calm and de-bag the delicate under eye skin. You can see the difference within seconds of applying it. It contains ingredients such as raspberry extract. I love it and use it almost daily.

Benefit also have another product called The Sisters Ford De-Puffing Action Eye Gel,this comes is a small tube and is a gel. It really works miracles on those puffy eyes and has a cooling effect.

They also do a product called Eye Con. It's a good basic eye cream that targets dehydration and dark circles.

Thanks PCC :glee:

Well I might give the Lip Plump a miss then - I want something short of a collagen injection!

The Ooh La Lift is the one I'm thinking of (I think) sounds exactly like what I'm after - thanks - will have to hot foot it up to my Myer store tomorrow I think! :spin:

Nat, try the Skin Doctors Lip Plump, avail in chemists.

Thanks Medusa - will do!:rollthoseeyes:

Thought I'd report back on my new Benefit purchases.

"10" - this is a great product. One side is a light bronzer, the other a shimmery pink highlighter. You sweep the brush across both powders, then across your cheeks and gently up towards the temple. The result is sculpted cheekbones with a shimmer across the apple. Really does what it says. I needed to blend a tiny bit as I'm so pale but would definitely recommend...one of the only bronzer-type things that has ever really worked for me. And of course the packaging is divine.

Creaseless Eyeshadow - I have it in Get Figgy (plum colour). Great consistency, you use it to shade or line. No creasing! It's a good-sized pot too. Am very keen to try the others in the range.

In summary: :clapping:

I have 10 Raspberry and have ordered a few bits from the new collection which should arrive on Friday! I love Benefit!

Oh, splendid! Would love to hear your reviews of stuff from the new range. I'd like to try the blushes and lipsticks, they look nice and sheer.

Guys did you know that you can order Benefit directly from the US site? www.benefitcosmetics.com Happy to announce this as Adore does not stock this brand. Sign up for the enewsletter and get the latest releases and handy tips. Even at the exchange rate, their products are so much cheaper. Better yet, if you spend over US$85 and enter the codeword INTLFRSH at the chekcout, shipping is free!!!

Indeed I did not! :clapping:

Thanks LB. You are too good to us, really!

Indeed I did not! :clapping:

Thanks LB. You are too good to us, really!

:chuckle: It's called "sharing"!!

I love the new benefit range especially the sheer blushes, I want all the colours!
And so continues VeeE's saga of too much blush... :makeup:

I love the new benefit range especially the sheer blushes, I want all the colours!
And so continues VeeE's saga of too much blush... :makeup:

Ha! I've been the biggest sucker for cream blushes lately! I'm obsessed :ashamed:

Ha! I've been the biggest sucker for cream blushes lately! I'm obsessed :ashamed:

Oh me too! But not just cream blush, any blush. I just keep buying and buying. It all started with Stila convertible colour in Gerbera, and it hasn't stopped. But why should it?

Oh me too! But not just cream blush, any blush. I just keep buying and buying. It all started with Stila convertible colour in Gerbera, and it hasn't stopped. But why should it?

Absolutely, because even though they look the similar, they so aren't similar! :chuckle:

Oh me too! But not just cream blush, any blush. I just keep buying and buying. It all started with Stila convertible colour in Gerbera, and it hasn't stopped. But why should it?

I have s many of the Stila Convertble colour. Must say my current favourite is Butterscotch!

Calling all Benefit fans...a few fun new products to try:

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com:80/gp/node/n/164982011/104-2263017-7821525?ie=UTF8&bcBrand=core

I like the look of 'that gal' brightening primer and the 'california kissin' lip gloss.

I love benefit although the only product I have ever used is "you reble" tinted moisturiser and it made me look like an african :shakehead::chuckle:

I just adore their marketing. I would buy ther products just on their cuteness!! :penguin:

Thse new products look great!! Might have to get me along to my local Myer to check em out again...it's been awhile :spin:

Calling all Benefit fans...a few fun new products to try:

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com:80/gp/node/n/164982011/104-2263017-7821525?ie=UTF8&bcBrand=core

I like the look of 'that gal' brightening primer and the 'california kissin' lip gloss.

RBB - My friend in the US sent me these and they are both awesome products.

the California Kissin lip gloss is very similar to the Kit Cosmetics Minty Lip shine, except for the colour.

Cool! Thanks KP, I'm dying to try them.

Can you tell me more about the primer - feel like posting a bit of a review?

Sure, im not very good but Ill give it a try!

I dont know if you have ever used Mac Strobe cream (im obsessed) but it is very similar, but its not a lotiony cream.

Its more of a velvety balm feel (?!) kind of like Bathina Body so fine, that creamy balmy texture (not doing so well here!!)

The best thing about it I found is that it makes my skin virtually poreless, even without foundation over the top. Im very pale skinned and have used it with and without fake tan and it works well with both

The other good thing I have noticed is that in photos, it makes you glow like a freakin goddess.I cant explain it, but when the light hits your face this stuff just makes it glow.

Hmm whay else... kind of smells strawberryish to me, which is always good

As always with Benefit the packaging is gorgeous, and ive used the whole lot up in about 6 weeks (I was away for 3 of those backpacking, so there were 3 of us using it at the same time!!

Hope that was ok!

It was great! Thanks KP, does sound divine, love the idea of it camoflauging pores while still giving you glowy skin. Seems impossible but Benefit is the bomb, so I believe it! Must get my hands on it THIS INSTANT.

PS love, love, love the Bathina balm. Packing is seriously luxe. Makes a great gift too.

I love Bathina balm too! So pretty! I went to benefit today and they didn't have the new primer :tears: I am so disappointed!

I think we have already spoken about the new That Gal face primer and the nude lip liner but this gorg gloss and matching lipstick are also new to benefit.

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B000QSO4ZS/?ext_id=0717_24k

OK, a sale on Benefit stuff we 'international' customers can actually partake in!
http://www.benefitcosmetics.com:80/gp/browse.html/ref=sc_iw_r_0_164953011/103-8582675-1846209?ie=UTF8&node=367898011&bcBrand=core

Bathina fans, check out the set in 'surprise me' - only $40!

Plus a new cleanser:
http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B000S5XS5G

I wanted to a quick review on my latest Benefit purchase...

I bought the D'finer D'liner and I have to say that it is BRILLIANT!! I was having a few issues with lip gloss bleeding (it was stressful!) so I thought I'd give it a try. I swear to god there is not one tiny bit of bleeding any more, even with my darker glosses. Definately worth the $35!!

Ta VeeE, I'e had my eye on that.

Had a play at the Benefit counter today.
That Gal - looks good. I tested it on my hand & it feels silky (silicone base?) it also has that blurring effect. I could see it straight away. Really want this but find the tiny size for the price a bit much.
It Stick - has anyone got this? Looks like a concealer pencil but the SA said it could be used to "fill in" lines. I wonder? :rolleyes:
10 highlighter & bronzer in one. Also looks good, going on the never ending list.

i have never even "played" at the benefit counter b4 but very much look forward to it

Today I purchased my first Benefit products and I'm just a tad excited!!!!!!!!!!!!! :penguin::penguin::penguin:

I got the "Hoola" Bronzer, it's nice and matte but a nice amount of shimshim, and no orange.

I also decided on the "That Gal!" primer- - I will report back once I've used it, it smells divine, not overly sweet but definitely can smell the raspberry extract. The chick put some on my hand and as I was dirivng home I could see a big difference staring at them whilst I was at the traffic lights ( I even got beeped I was so consumed but them hehe)

I got the "Get Bent" mascara as a frebie (full size!!!) but have given that to my mum, along with the small remants of my MAC Bronzer (she uses it as a mineral makeup as mum is really dark and olive)

The SA also gave me the EyeCon in a sample (pretty generous size too) which is described as a brightening eye cream - I'm pretty excited to use it - I love eye creams and want to make sure I stay youthful as long as possible!!!

And I have the adorable Benefit catalogue to pour over on the plane tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

( I even got beeped I was so consumed but them hehe)


Haha I get beeped all the time because I am so consumed by my own vanity! I don't blame fellow motorists for hating me!

Can anybody comment on the Benefit lip glosses - I think they're called That Gloss?
Got my eye on a few colours but haven't heard much about them...

Hi Rubisco,
Benefit Glosses are fabulous! I have quite a few of them. They are light, not sticky and come in soem gorgeous colours.

Thanks Pinkcupcake! I shall then proceed to purchase some! I like the look of the Kiss Me gloss, but it's more economical on postage if I grab a few others too :clapping:

I have The Gloss in Rave Reviews, a darker red/bronze. Do love these as they are small enough for your evening handbag. The whole thing is only around 3 inches long.

I don't know if they still have them but I have quite a few glosses in the 'her glossiness' range. They are great also.

I am getting upset... My local Benefit doesn't stock "That Gal" primer yet! I don't understand why not!?!? SERIOUSLY I want to try it! I need a new primer soon too! I don't want to have to buy something else before I even get a chance to try that one! :explode:

The SA also gave me the EyeCon in a sample (pretty generous size too) which is described as a brightening eye cream - I'm pretty excited to use it - I love eye creams and want to make sure I stay youthful as long as possible!!!

Hi Loolabelle.

Let me know what you think of the EyeCon. I am very keen to try it as I have premanent dark cicles and I hate them.

I also Just had my first Benefit experience and I loved it all but I couldn't buy everything I wanted so now I have a huge "to buy" list!!

I ended up getting
-a realness of concealness kit
-a creaseless eyeshadow/eye liner in get figgy
-a california kissing lip gloss - loving the minty-ness and the tingle
-a GWP full size get bent mascara.

And I love them all!! :clapping: The SA was lovely and promised to call me and let me know about any new deals and said I can organise for her to send me orders... which is great since I don't live anywhere near any decent places to get make-up. :penguin: :penguin: :penguin:

V - is there another one you can get to - i bought "That Gal!" Friday, if Adelaide had it, I don't see why other places wouldn't! :chuckle:

Angela I'm about to go beutif and shower - I will check and come back and report as I want to make sure I don't give a premature review - but I think eyecon may just be the thing for you!

V - is there another one you can get to - i bought "That Gal!" Friday, if Adelaide had it, I don't see why other places wouldn't! :chuckle:



That's what I don't get! There is absolutely no reason for them not to have it!

If you can't get it - I can always get it and send it to you - I walked past Benefit at Highpoint yesterday and they definitely had it.

Has anyone else ever used this??? Because I want to make sure I'm not crazy..! :penguin:

I got a sample of this on Friday and have noticed a difference already! I know there is no mircale cream that will get rid of them, and there are other factors that cause it, but this EyeCon is amazing!!

It's the only eye cream I've used to see such a difference at all, let alone after a few days. My dark circles are definitely better, they're not as puffy as well, and it feels hydrating.

I highly recommend trying this, and want to know has anyone else tried this and waht results they got.

The sample size is pretty generous so try that and it should last at least a week, using it morning and night.

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!! :clapping:

If you can't get it - I can always get it and send it to you - I walked past Benefit at Highpoint yesterday and they definitely had it.

Thanks so much for the offer:hugs:, but I'd really like to check out the texture etc before I buy.

Thanks so much for the offer:hugs:, but I'd really like to check out the texture etc before I buy.

No hassle! The texture is quite nice, reminds me of MAC Strobe Cream but I think this may be a bit smoother, and a little goes a long way which is great. Wait until you smell it! Maybe ring around Myer and see if they have some in stock to try. :rollthoseeyes:

I love Benefit's style. They make their products look so good, but I don't have anything of theirs. :shakehead:
I shall buy something one day.

I love Benefit's style. They make their products look so good, but I don't have anything of theirs. :shakehead:
I shall buy something one day.

Do it Trash! You're right, it's so fun to use (and to have in the makeup bag!). Is there anything in particular you have your eye on? Between PCC, VeeE, Rubisco and myself we should have it covered!

My favourite thing of all is the Moon Beam highlighter. I've re-purchased so many times, and I reckon it's the best highlighter I've used. And that's saying something!

I'm thinking of stuff to use for those days I don't use make-up. A real natural look. So I'm guessing blush? I seriously have no idea what makes a natural look as I wear heavy eyes practically every day! So yeah, any recs would be appreciated. I also posted a comment in the make-up section.

Trash - I purchased my first Benefit last week and I love it - I got the "that Gal" primer and "hoola" bronzer and they're awesome.

And the EyeCon they gave me really ahs faded my dark circles!!

As for Creme Blush - I adore Becca Cheek and Lip Cream in Rosebud - it's a natural pink that goes on really natural and lasts, and their other cream blushes are beautiful too, I have used them before as well, and no other one has compared. You can check them out on Adore as well.

Blush is the perfect addition to the no makeup look. I think it really lifts things!

Are you fair-skinned? I often use Benefit Dandelion for a light wash of colour - it's a pale ballerina pink, would suit most skin tones. Comes in a pretty compact with brush.

In summer I use Benefit Hoola for a touch of bronze on cheeks, nose etc (anywhere the sun would naturally hit). Alternatively you could try '10', which is a bronzer and highlighter in one - one strip of bronze, one of highlighting powder, so you just swipe and go. Very pretty.

Lemon aid is also good for a nude eyelid and concealer.

I'm sort of pale for my tone. I have an olive completion but it's more noticeable on my body and face is kinda more pale.
I just looked at the Benefit Dandelion on the website. Lovely packaging. It's beautiful. Quite possibley buy-able for this reason :chuckle:
But I think a trip to their counter is in order!

I'm sort of pale for my tone. I have an olive completion but it's more noticeable on my body and face is kinda more pale.
I just looked at the Benefit Dandelion on the website. Lovely packaging. It's beautiful. Quite possibley buy-able for this reason :chuckle:
But I think a trip to their counter is in order!

Lucky girl, I would love to have olive skin.

Yeah, you should definitely go in and see them - they've always been really helpful and spent lots of time with me when I've visited. More Benefit I say!

They were so helpful at the Benefit counter - and they give samples!! WOOOO! :glee:

Thanks RBB.
I have more confusion now though!! :rollthoseeyes:
I posted this in the make-up section too:
"Thanks for the recs girls. I'm thinking maybe even Benefit's "That gal" primer or Elizabeth Arden "8 Hour Cream" just on my cheeks and eyelids. I just want a natural but dewy look if that makes sense. I'm afraid that blush would still add color and be noticeable. Maybe just a primer on certain places would make me glow more? I've never used any primer or those products I mentioned so again I'm stuck!
So yeah, what would you girls recommend? Something like that or a blush?
Thanks so much girls!:waving: "

I finally picked up the BadGal Blue mascara... am currently using it on top of my everyday black mascara to give some extra oompfh! not yet game enough to wear it on it's own as when i tried it was V blue (prob cause the ends of my lashes are so blonde it just really stands out!) still loving the look though! :glee::penguin:

I have ordered Benefit products a couple of times directly from their website. I think the products are funky and the packaging is really cute!

Last year, I ordered the BadGal Lash mascara and Realness of Concealness kit. The mascara is great for thickening - I tend to use a mascara with a thinner brush first to lengthen, and then apply BadGal to thicken.

The Concealness kit is real cute - I have used all the products, but mainly use the Lemon Aid and Boi-ing concealer. I also got a gift with purchase - the Dandelion palette. It has 2 eyeshadows, Flirt lipstick and Dandelion powder. I wasn't too impressed with the eyeshadows, as they aren't very pigmented and don't last very long. The lipstick is a nice colour though, and so is the Dandelion powder if you want a sheer baby pink blush.

This year I ordered the California Kissin Lipgloss, which is blue in colour and meant to make your teeth look whiter. I understand the theory behind it, but it didn't really work for me. On me, it applies as a very sheer blue lipgloss with blue glittery bits in it. It also has a sweet minty flavour.

I also got the Wonder mitt and the Zap Wrap headband. And as a free gift, I received the Glamorous Gabbi makeup bag, which is great because it fits a lot of stuff and has a section to put your brushes.

i really want to try the 'realness of concealnes' kit looks really good & hoola bronzer & dandelion look great as well

I have the Eyecon eye cream. It is a good one for dark circles. I also highly rate The Sisters Ford De-Puffing Action Eye Gel by Benefit to eliminate puffy eyes!

I have the Eyecon eye cream. It is a good one for dark circles. I also highly rate The Sisters Ford De-Puffing Action Eye Gel by Benefit to eliminate puffy eyes!

I have been so impressed with the eyecon, PCC!! I will definitely be getting it once my sample runs out. This other one sounds good - I can get really puffy eyes, especially atm

I love Benefit! I want to buy more things!

Oh girlfriends! For those of you coming on the Adorables weekend, prepare to spend a bit of time at Benefit!! I love Benefit and will require a firm hand on the shoulder to be lead away!!

Oh girlfriends! For those of you coming on the Adorables weekend, prepare to spend a bit of time at Benefit!! I love Benefit and will require a firm hand on the shoulder to be lead away!!

We can talk each other into or out of purchases at Benefit PCC!!!!!

We can talk each other into or out of purchases at Benefit PCC!!!!!

Good luck talking anyone out of buying anything Celeste:chuckle:

Thanks RBB.
I have more confusion now though!! :rollthoseeyes:
I posted this in the make-up section too:
"Thanks for the recs girls. I'm thinking maybe even Benefit's "That gal" primer or Elizabeth Arden "8 Hour Cream" just on my cheeks and eyelids. I just want a natural but dewy look if that makes sense. I'm afraid that blush would still add color and be noticeable. Maybe just a primer on certain places would make me glow more? I've never used any primer or those products I mentioned so again I'm stuck!
So yeah, what would you girls recommend? Something like that or a blush?
Thanks so much girls!:waving: "

Hi Trash,

Although the EA 8 hour cream has cult status and is a popular multi-purpose product, I think it is way too heavy and pasty and a bit on the greasy side so not one I would recommend as providing just a dewy look!

I have the Eyecon eye cream. It is a good one for dark circles. I also highly rate The Sisters Ford De-Puffing Action Eye Gel by Benefit to eliminate puffy eyes!

PCC knows how much I like the Sisters Ford De puffing eye gel (she put me on to it!) and has sent me a sample of her Eyecon eye cream to try! Thanks PCC, will let you know how I go! Loolabelle and PCC, do you just put it underneath your eyes?

I pat it over my circles and up around a bit - kinda like a normal eyecream - the difference in not even a week is incredible, Luisa! I think if i got the puffy one, they together would be SHAZAM!!!!!!! I would then put the eyecon just ove the circles.

! I think if i got the puffy one, they together would be SHAZAM!!!!!!! .

:chuckle: You're not going to make me forget that word!

Hey that would be three layers then, eye cream for dry skin/preventing wrinkles, de puffing and de dark circling!:chuckle:

:chuckle: You're not going to make me forget that word!

Hey that would be three layers then, eye cream for dry skin/preventing wrinkles, de puffing and de dark circling!:chuckle:

hehe - nope! SHAZAMAPALOOZA!!!

I'm fine withthe 3!!! I don't want to be wrinkly and eeew! I have pretty good genes in my favour, but want extra insurance :chuckle:

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B000FQ2KW0/ref=dp_collection-list_5/105-4814354-3312417?ie=UTF8&bcBrand=core

is this the puffy thing you guys were talking about??? how much is it??? It works?? :penguin:

You can never have too much of a good thing. Just hope the Benefit Eyecon doesn't irritated your sensitive eyes Luisa!

You can never have too much of a good thing. Just hope the Benefit Eyecon doesn't irritated your sensitive eyes Luisa!

mine haven't irritated at all thank god! my skin can be pretty sensitive and tempermental. I had to stop using clinque "all about eyes" becaue of that, and well all of cliniques stuff!

mine haven't irritated at all thank god! my skin can be pretty sensitive and tempermental. I had to stop using clinque "all about eyes" becaue of that, and well all of cliniques stuff!

I have exactly the same problem Loolabelle with Clinique eye creams!

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B000FQ2KW0/ref=dp_collection-list_5/105-4814354-3312417?ie=UTF8&bcBrand=core

is this the puffy thing you guys were talking about??? how much is it??? It works?? :penguin:

Yep, that's the one Loola. Great stuff. Just under $40 here.

I have exactly the same problem Loolabelle with Clinique eye creams!

It certainly isn't that good tingle is it!!! Tingle...sting....ooooooooooooooow!

Yep, that's the one Loola. Great stuff. Just under $40 here.

I think I will just HAVE to go past Benefit tomorrow after work and get it then! Pretty good price! :clapping:

I find after I use them I have tears running down my face all day/night even when I am asleep I wake up with running eyes!

It certainly isn't that good tingle is it!!! Tingle...sting....ooooooooooooooow!

You're not the only one. Tried a sample of the All about Eyes rich and reacted so badly! So much for hypoallergienic skin care?:shakehead:

You should be fine with the Benefit one loola.

I find after I use them I have tears running down my face all day/night even when I am asleep I wake up with running eyes!

It like having hayfever thats on crack!!!!!!!!!:penguin::penguin::penguin::penguin:

:chuckle::chuckle: Now there's a definition that reminds me of Pete Doherty's poor cat!

It like having hayfever thats on crack!!!!!!!!!:penguin::penguin::penguin::penguin:

One way of putting it!:chuckle::chuckle:

I have hayfever that's on crack right now! It's driving me BATTY!

I have hayfever that's on crack right now! It's driving me BATTY!

Apparently a very bad year for it. Hubby has been sneezing non stop but as a hayfever sufferer from way back, I am not noticing it much??:clapping:

Apparently a very bad year for it. Hubby has been sneezing non stop but as a hayfever sufferer from way back, I am not noticing it much??:clapping:

Mine I think is the worst it's ever been!! I hate getting on the train when I have hayfever, 'cause I sneeze the whole way and people look at me like I'm a leper. I know my sneezing is annoying, but I really can't help it people!!

The lack of rain has enabled dust and pollens to float in the air and of course we are inhaling and have them attach to our clothes, skin and eyes. Yuck! Sssssneeeeze! Oooops! :chuckle:

Even more reason to BRING ON THE RAIN!

Did anyone receive this in their inbox today? I started to get really excited and then read the fine print about being a US resident. Damn!

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/node/n/379532011/?ext_id=beautysquad

You know what basically cured my hayfever....moving to Melbourne! :chuckle:

You know what basically cured my hayfever....moving to Melbourne! :chuckle:

Wow, that's interesting loolabelle! We are usually known as Hayfever Capital!

Wow, that's interesting loolabelle! We are usually known as Hayfever Capital!

Really?? I find Melbourne pales in comparison to my allergies in Adelaide - they're basically non existent here!!!

Really?? I find Melbourne pales in comparison to my allergies in Adelaide - they're basically non existent here!!!

Good for you. Then you should be :glee: :penguin::glee:

Hi Trash,

Although the EA 8 hour cream has cult status and is a popular multi-purpose product, I think it is way too heavy and pasty and a bit on the greasy side so not one I would recommend as providing just a dewy look!

Thanks LB. I've scraped that idea. I think I'm going to try and experiment with blush ......... one day :redcheeks:

Oooer, I found a pencil in my stash the other night that I have been :glee: with ever since I got it, it's a benefit one! Silk line (or something) in Smolder - this thing is brilliant! :penguin:

I love when that happens Rosie. You look in your make-up bag and you think "What the hell is this?" and then you realise it was an old favorite and you start to use it again.

Very clever (and cheeky) packaging for Benefit's moisturiser.

Very clever (and cheeky) packaging for Benefit's moisturiser.

I'm sold!! I'd buy it just for the tube - utterly adorable! :penguin:

Very clever (and cheeky) packaging for Benefit's moisturiser.

ha ha do it daily.
I'm buying this just for the bottle

Me likey!

So cute! Love it, thanks LB

I have always wanted to try Do It Daily- it has been around for years (in different packaging) but not available in Aus. LB, do you know if they will relese it here?

They will be releasing it here!!

Have any of you ever ordered off the benefit website? If so, was it good or bad service, price, etc?

I have ordered a couple of times from the website. Last year when I ordered, I got free shipping and a free gift, and I received my order in a week and a half. I also got a catalogue & 2 samples.

This year when I ordered, I got a free gift again because I spent a certain amount, but they've increased the amount you need to spend to get free shipping (it's $100 now, compared with about $60 last year). Again, i got the current catalogue & 2 free samples. But this one took slightly longer to get here (about 2 and a half weeks), because I think they've changed their shipping method.

But no complaints here - I was willing to pay the shipping, but I ended up getting a gift which pretty much cancelled the cost of the shipping. Would probably order from them again.

You have to spend $100 to get free shipping?! That's heaps!

I agree - $100 (US dollars that is) is a lot to spend. I don't know why they increased it so much - first it was 60, then 80, and now 100.

For me, buying Benefit online is way more convenient that going into Myer in the city. And I like the fact that I get samples and a catalogue. But I doubt I'll spend $100 in one hit, so I try to order small so I don't have to pay too much shipping. But if the limit to receive a free gift isn't too steep - then I try to reach it, as long as the shipping cost is reasonable!

Hi Benefit fans!:waving:

Something new on the horizon... be sure to check out "justine case" on the left, what a fabulous pack!:penguin:

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B000VAVPXA/?ext_id=1002_misspop2

:worship::worship::worship: I want the pack (eventhough I already have all of the full size priducts:redcheeks:) oh and I want the highlighter! My name is Pinkcupcake and I want it and I want it now!:chuckle:

OHHH! I want Mis Popularity!

I bought Eyecon yesterday when I was with Celeste - love it!

That kit is so cute - just like Realness of Concealness, which I have. I have the full size California Kissin, but i don't have any of the other products, so really tempting....... I actually have 2 samples of eyecon which i received with my order last year - but I still haven't tried it - shame on me!!!:redcheeks: What's it like?

What is Some kind-a gorgeous like? I've read some reviews, and a lot of them said it's not good for oily/combo skin which I have, so I didn't end up buying it (I love the packaging though - that's what makes it so tempting!).

All those other packs look so great! Especially her glossiness and those Best of Benefit packs.....oh so tempting........

That kit is so cute - just like Realness of Concealness, which I have. I have the full size California Kissin, but i don't have any of the other products, so really tempting....... I actually have 2 samples of eyecon which i received with my order last year - but I still haven't tried it - shame on me!!!:redcheeks: What's it like?

What is Some kind-a gorgeous like? I've read some reviews, and a lot of them said it's not good for oily/combo skin which I have, so I didn't end up buying it (I love the packaging though - that's what makes it so tempting!).

All those other packs look so great! Especially her glossiness and those Best of Benefit packs.....oh so tempting........

Eyecon is great! I gota sample of it a few weeks ago and well - i bought the full size yesterday I was so impressed...I really did notice a difference within a week, even a bit less! :penguin:

[QUOTE=bluemelon;51017What is Some kind-a gorgeous like? I've read some reviews, and a lot of them said it's not good for oily/combo skin which I have, so I didn't end up buying it (I love the packaging though - that's what makes it so tempting!)....[/QUOTE]

Bluemelon, I have Some kind of Gorgeous. It is a fairly lightweight foundation with great packaging and a hidden sponge compartment. They only produce it in the one shade but it is fairly universal.

Because of the form it takes (solid) it will rely on oils to make it so, so might not be good for breakout-prone skin. Perhaps get them to pop some on you when you are near a counter?

What is Some kind-a gorgeous like? I've read some reviews, and a lot of them said it's not good for oily/combo skin which I have, so I didn't end up buying it (I love the packaging though - that's what makes it so tempting!).

I have this and I love it!! It's very one-shade-fits most (I have olive skin, and it works for me as well as my pink undertoned bestie). As LB says, it may not be the best for oily skins. And a little goes a long way!

My Benefit finally got their sh it together and got That Gal Primer. i just tried it on the back of my hand and it's really nice! Such a pretty colour, but yeah... a bit overpriced!

Thanks for the info guys.

Just another question - has anyone happened to see a new limited edition pallette called Powder Pop? It's in the same packaging as the bronzers and blushes, (square box thing), and it has a mini Dallas, Hoola and Dandelion, and a mini brush. I can't seem to find it on the Benefit website, but it's at Sephora. It was supposed to be released together with the Justine Case and 10 Palette.

My Benefit finally got their sh it together and got That Gal Primer. i just tried it on the back of my hand and it's really nice! Such a pretty colour, but yeah... a bit overpriced!

Vee- I bought that gal a few weeks ago and it is really nice - but what I did was put that on half my face, and on the other half I put MAC STrobe cream and it was the more superior!! I should probably put my experiement in a more detailed thread..

Thanks for the info guys.

Just another question - has anyone happened to see a new limited edition pallette called Powder Pop? It's in the same packaging as the bronzers and blushes, (square box thing), and it has a mini Dallas, Hoola and Dandelion, and a mini brush. I can't seem to find it on the Benefit website, but it's at Sephora. It was supposed to be released together with the Justine Case and 10 Palette.

That sounds like an amazing combination - me thinks it was a limited ed and I bet it sold out in a flash! Let me know if you see reference for it. Remember too, that Sephora often has exclusives or products designed just for them. :shakehead:

Remember too, that Sephora often has exclusives or products designed just for them. :shakehead:

So, so unfair! Why oh WHY don't they ship internationally? Don't know whether to be :explode: or :tears:

So, so unfair! Why oh WHY don't they ship internationally? Don't know whether to be :explode: or :tears:

I know, did I tell you I email them periodically just to tell them that!

So seriously want them to start shipping here but then I would probably go broke!:chuckle:

I know, did I tell you I email them periodically just to tell them that!

:chuckle: Do you think a petition would help?? Seriously though, they must get so many requests for this I really don't know why they don't introduce it. Would make so much money....from us....!

PS Adore you're still my #1, don't get jealous xo :chuckle:

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PS Adore you're still my #1, don't get jealous xo :chuckle:

:chuckle:

:explode: Bl**dy Sephora!

Take a look at what THEY have as an exclusive. It is mixed pallete of Hoola, Dallas and Dandelion!

:explode: Bl**dy Sephora!

Take a look at what THEY have as an exclusive. It is mixed pallete of Hoola, Dallas and Dandelion!
HOLY CRAP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:chuckle: Do you think a petition would help?? Seriously though, they must get so many requests for this I really don't know why they don't introduce it.

LETS START A GOD DAM PETITION NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:explode: Bl**dy Sephora!

Take a look at what THEY have as an exclusive. It is mixed pallete of Hoola, Dallas and Dandelion!

ooOOOooo!!

:explode: Bl**dy Sephora!

Take a look at what THEY have as an exclusive. It is mixed pallete of Hoola, Dallas and Dandelion!

Blast and damnit! That looks so good!

:explode: Bl**dy Sephora!

Take a look at what THEY have as an exclusive. It is mixed pallete of Hoola, Dallas and Dandelion!

:shakehead: I know!!!!!!! I've been searching everywhere for that the past couple of weeks! That would be running out the door if it was sold on their website or at Benefit counters.

Ummm maybe I missed something but why dont you just buy it from Sephora's website?? :confused:

Ummm maybe I missed something but why dont you just buy it from Sephora's website?? :confused:

Stupid smelly Sephora doesn't ship to Oz!

They don't ship here TBA!

Oh, VeeE already answered your question, sill me :chuckle:

:shockedhair::shockedhair::shockedhair::flames::fl ames::flames::whipcrack::whipcrack::whipcrack:

bastards! anyone got a friend in the us who'd want to ship it over to us all?:penguin:

:chuckle::chuckle: Yes, I'm sure someone would love to send over 500 products to us

:chuckle::chuckle: Yes, I'm sure someone would love to send over 500 products to us

SWEET!! :glee::penguin::chuckle:

:shakehead: I know!!!!!!! I've been searching everywhere for that the past couple of weeks! That would be running out the door if it was sold on their website or at Benefit counters.

Further to my post about the fantabulous Pop Palette, here is a cut and paste from todays' beautyheaven.

And just in time for a pre-Christmas treat to self, a load of Benefit booty also hits Myer stores today. There's the Her Glossiness Gift Set ($49) of six ultra shiny lip glosses, the divine Powder Pop Palette (59) containing Dandelion for brightening plus Dallas and Hoola for a beachy bronze, and the 10 palette ($45) of highlighters and illuminisers for your eyes, cheeks and lips. But if you seriously only buy one thing today, make it the Best of Benefit Gift Set ($99), an excellent edit of cult buys Dr Feelgood, Benetint and Badgal Lash.

Anyone know what the 10 palette is? Sounds neat!

Anyone know what the 10 palette is? Sounds neat!


Hi LB.. the 10 palette is decrribed as -- "This powder duo bronzes & highlights in one sexy sweep to give you sleek, sculpted cheekbones. We've chosen two seductive shades for lips & complimentary shades for your eyes. We like to call it "sexy to the max." Limited edition."

It looks like a little sample of the 10 powder (the one that's half bronzer and half highlighter" , a pink and a brown eyeshadow and a pinkink lip colour.

Cool. I love the '10' powder - one of my favourite Benefit products. It's purdy.

Further to my post about the fantabulous Pop Palette, here is a cut and paste from todays' beautyheaven.

And just in time for a pre-Christmas treat to self, a load of Benefit booty also hits Myer stores today. There's the Her Glossiness Gift Set ($49) of six ultra shiny lip glosses, the divine Powder Pop Palette (59) containing Dandelion for brightening plus Dallas and Hoola for a beachy bronze, and the 10 palette ($45) of highlighters and illuminisers for your eyes, cheeks and lips. But if you seriously only buy one thing today, make it the Best of Benefit Gift Set ($99), an excellent edit of cult buys Dr Feelgood, Benetint and Badgal Lash.

Anyone know what the 10 palette is? Sounds neat!
You can view them on Sephora.
http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?brandId=5333&categoryId=C115
Just don't look at the prices!

:chuckle:Gosh I am a ning nong, have posted that pic before! Should take note of the names - thanks Angela!:waving:

Does anyone know if you can get the combination sets here :question:
I really want this one:
http://a1377.g.akamai.net/7/1377/8278/20070813180755/www.sephora.com/assets/dyn/product/P193020/P193020_hero.jpg

Where did you get the pic from Trash?

The benefit website Celeste, here's the link:
http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B000VAVYLS/ref=sc_pgp_c_0_164953011_m_A2CD3UT466CEX4_1/102-6088743-0481736?ie=UTF8&n=164953011&s=&v=glance&bcBrand=core

Trash I thought you hated that mascara??

Just order it from there then - much cheaper than if they do sell it here!!

I do Medusa :chuckle:
I would give that away to someone else. But If it is cheap enough to get the combo then to get the rest seperate I would buy that.

Actually having said that, I am wearing that mascara today. However I'm not wearing any other make-up. So today I like it.

Hey guys - I just "accidentally" walked through Myer to get lunch and Benefit have all those sets out! I was chekcing out them all.

Oohhhhh I want my Benefit order damnit!!!!

Oohhhhh I want my Benefit order damnit!!!!

babe it would have been quicker to have me get it for you from the City store!

So what's the verdict Loola? I forgot to check Benefit yesterday.

They seem pretty darn good!!! They are all really good sizes and good products - and they had heaps there to look at! Definitely worth checking out - would make a fantastic present for someone as well.

I know, I could have gotten it from Chadstone too... but I was lured by cheaper prices!!! Stoopid I know

Sweet, must check these sets!

I know, I could have gotten it from Chadstone too... but I was lured by cheaper prices!!! Stoopid I know

So was I Celeste. It seems so much cheaper esp. with free shipping.

It helps that I don't have a Benefit counter nearby either.

But, I have now officially been waiting 3 weeks for my stuff to arrive and it hasn't :question: I hate waiting :(

Benefit have had the Powder Pop palette available on their site now for about a week. And now, they're offering free shipping if you buy it. But unfortunately not for international people (of course because you have to spend $100!!). I tried entering the promo code anyway (just in case!!), but no luck. But you do get a mini Benetint for free if you spend $50 - today is the last day of that promotion.

So are Benefit counters stocking the Powder Pop at all? Or is it still just Sephora & the Benefit site? And anyone got their orders yet??

Benefit have had the Powder Pop palette available on their site now for about a week. And now, they're offering free shipping if you buy it. But unfortunately not for international people (of course because you have to spend $100!!). I tried entering the promo code anyway (just in case!!), but no luck. But you do get a mini Benetint for free if you spend $50 - today is the last day of that promotion.

So are Benefit counters stocking the Powder Pop at all? Or is it still just Sephora & the Benefit site? And anyone got their orders yet??

They have them at my local Benefit!

Hellooo!

I'm just wanting to share in the Benefit love. I'm so addicted.

In the past couple of months I've collected the basic Benefit staples and am ready to conquer the colours.

So far I have:

Girl's Good Name makeup bag
Benetint (favourite) + pocket pal
Bake Cake (other favourite) + Get Bent brush
Bad Gal Lash
Dandelion
Eye Con
F.Y Eye!
Honey Snap Out Of It

Need more!

I'm just looking for a little advice though. My Get Bent brush is all out of shape (ironically), what do you suggest for getting the bristles back into their original shape? I thought boiling water to reset them, or would that maybe ruin the brush?

And Do It Daily, is it worth buying just to use in the morning under make up?

So are Benefit counters stocking the Powder Pop at all? Or is it still just Sephora & the Benefit site? And anyone got their orders yet??

Yep, saw it at Myer Melbourne last Friday!

Welcome Glamcore :waving:

I thought I would do a quick review on the "realness concealness kit" I purchased a bit ago.

It is a great little kit to have and to try products, and also to throw into a bag to take out with you.

Boing Concealer - this is nice and creamy and surprisingly I found 02 not too dark - it is a lot darker in the pan than what it is when it goes on. I did find it's lasting power a bit on the weak side for me, and in comparison to the Becca one it doesn't quite stand up, so wouldn't purchase this on it's own.

Lemon Aid - this is a really nice base and would buy this again! Would like to try the MAC one as well, but really liked this - neutralises the lid well.

High Beam - I have used this alone and in conjenction with my Becca Shimmering skin perfector as the effect was very luminous and natural looking - a healthy glow, would buy this again!

Ooh la lift - this is for under the eye area and it describes itself as a 'depuffer' and instant eye lift - I tried this one day on one eye and the other without and couldn't see any difference, or feel any difference, so wouldn't bother with this one.

Lip Plump - a skin colour lip base - I found this dried out my lips and only used it a handful of times.

Whilst there are only 2 products I'd buy from this, it's a fabulous kit for a good price, and even though I will be using other things, I will be throwing this into my bag to carry around with me for touch ups and it's so compact and conveinient!

Thanks for the review l-belle. It's such a cute kit. Yeah, the lip plumper has a weird texture!

High Beam is one of my all-time Benefit faves. Always have it in my makeup bag. A gorgeous illuminator. I keep trying others, but always go back to this. Moon Beam (the champagne/gold version) is nice too.

It's a great kit to take about, especially on a night out in a small clutch, and I need all the room i can get (Celeste was slightly horrified when I pulled out my eyelash curler at the bar hehe)

THe high beam is lovely, I will definitely be buying this - even though I used this with the Becca one, that one is a beigey bronze colour, and the pink High Beam dotted on top and blended is a lovely natural glow effect.

I am so getting the Benefit Powder Pop. Eventhough I have all the powders individually I so want the pop because it will be great for travel!

I think I will certainly be dropping a little cash off at Benefit in Melbourne!

I am so getting the Benefit Powder Pop. Eventhough I have all the powders individually I so want the pop because it will be great for travel!

It is really teeny with a teeny brush but oh it looks so cute! The colours are actually separated, wouldnt have minded if you could swirl easily between them like you can with the 10.

I am so getting the Benefit Powder Pop. Eventhough I have all the powders individually I so want the pop because it will be great for travel!

i got this & the R.O.C kit as well , great value

This probably a really dumb questiong but can anyone tell me if there is a Benefit counter in the Myer in Brisbane City??? I just wanna make sure.

Yes, there is PP :waving:

Yes, there is PP :waving:

Thank you so much, i am pumped to get some more Benefit products, i already know what i want. :penguin:

A friend recommended I try so I went and tried some Benefit products the other day at City Myer (Sydney) and immediately got Benetint as it looks great on my lips.
I am loving with the following after trying- they're now on my wish list ...

Miss Popularity- gorgeous highlighter for eyes and face gave a nice shimmer

10 - glow bronzer for nice colour or the "10" palette looks good too - with a few other products in that I like

Depuffing eye gel- eyes felt soo much better after applying this

eyecon - under eye moisturiser- loved the soft feel this gave!!

Ohhh- the choices........

Well got time to think as 'm booked in for a makeup lesson and will get some when I go back later in Jan08.
:worship::typing::snowman:

10 - glow bronzer for nice colour or the "10" palette looks good too

Well got time to think as 'm booked in for a makeup lesson and will get some when I go back later in Jan08.
:worship::typing::snowman:

Great stuff kk! The makeup lesson will be so much fun, make sure you report back.

10 is one of my favourites, so easy to use. If you're into a bit of shimmer I also recommend either High Beam (very pale pink shimmer) or Moon Beam (very pale champagne shimmer) to highlight cheeks, browbone and a little dot along the nose and above the lip. I'm never without my High Beam! Erm, yeah. You know what I mean.

Oh yes, the Powder Pop looks great too!! nice to have all the bronzer colours in one handy kit for travel or the handbag!!

Great stuff kk! The makeup lesson will be so much fun, make sure you report back.

10 is one of my favourites, so easy to use. If you're into a bit of shimmer I also recommend either High Beam (very pale pink shimmer) or Moon Beam (very pale champagne shimmer) to highlight cheeks, browbone and a little dot along the nose and above the lip. I'm never without my High Beam! Erm, yeah. You know what I mean.

Great thanks RBB, I love the range and the packaging is sooo cute too!! Am looking forward to the lesson - swhould be fun!

Benefit's You Rebel Tinted Moisturiser FINALLY comes in a lighter version! I love the texture of this product but the original is way, way too dark for palefaces...

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com:80/gp/product/B000WFOVIK/ref=sc_pgp_c_0_164953011_m_A2CD3UT466CEX4_2/102-4697806-8225704?ie=UTF8&n=164953011&s=&v=glance&bcBrand=core

Yeah! The original was way too dark for me too! Maybe I can mix the two? Thanks for the update! xo

Has anybody tried Benefit's Rush Hour?

I saw it in an old Women's Weekly the other day and the colour looks perfect, very natural, and the packaging is gorgeous. They advertise it as a cheek tint as well as a lipstick though, was wondering if anybody how anybody found this?

Benefit's You Rebel Tinted Moisturiser FINALLY comes in a lighter version! I love the texture of this product but the original is way, way too dark for palefaces...

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com:80/gp/product/B000WFOVIK/ref=sc_pgp_c_0_164953011_m_A2CD3UT466CEX4_2/102-4697806-8225704?ie=UTF8&n=164953011&s=&v=glance&bcBrand=core

Hi RBB, What is the texture of this You Rebel Tinted moisturiser like? Is it oily at all? Thanks, kk

Hi RBB, What is the texture of this You Rebel Tinted moisturiser like? Is it oily at all? Thanks, kk

Not at all, it's very light. In fact, it's oil-free! I love it but haven't been able to use as they only had the regular version (much too dark for palefaces). Can't wait to get my hands on the lighter one. Def. worth giving it a try. Can you get to a store to check it out kk?

Not at all, it's very light. In fact, it's oil-free! I love it but haven't been able to use as they only had the regular version (much too dark for palefaces). Can't wait to get my hands on the lighter one. Def. worth giving it a try. Can you get to a store to check it out kk?

Thanks RBB, sounds great! I like light creams especially for day time use so will check it out when I get back from holidays later in Jan, yes Myer Sydney city has a good counter and I will test it out then.:waving:

Got a pic of the new beige tube of the You Rebel Light. Also spotted a new palette called "Pink to please a woman...gold to get the guy"! Funny name but a great neutral and versatile palette.

Well, there must be some colour consulting happening at Benefit. They have now released a "deep" version of Some kind a gorgeous foundation.

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B00125MXX4/?ext_id=skagdeep33

God their packaging is gorgeous!

OK well first off I'm seriously thinking of becoming a hooker so I can buy all the Benefit I want. My plan is to hook right outside Myer and that way, you know, two birds with one stone and what have you.

Well I'm currently wanting to make an order on the website, but my Mum is hovering around me and wants to buy some stuff for me for my birthday which is in two weeks - no complaints here!!

Here's what I want, tell me what you think:
Dallas bronzer (definitely getting this)
Dandelion (is this very pink? and would it be visible on tanned skin?)
OR should I get the Powder Pop pallette (mini sizes of Dallas, Dandelion and Hoola (which I already have))?
Georgia (again, would it be visible on a tan?)
Moonbeam or Highbeam - which one to go best with a tan?? And would they be as good as BECCA shimmering skin perfector, which I use as a cheekbone highlighter?
Realness of Concealness
That Gal - looks quite pink, would it be ok on tanned skin?

It is a lot, but I want the free shipping!!! Please give me any advice because I obviously can't see these products in person and I need guidance, o wise ones!

i have the realness of concealness & it's not bad but i really only use the lemon aid & high beam [ i think this is more pink than the moonbeam ] sorry i haven't used the MAC
RBB would be a good one to ask about these 3 things

i love the powder pop as i like to mix the bronzers [i would buy the big size in the lighter colour though for me ]

not sure how the dandelion would go on tanned skin , i suspect good but it would be a totally different look
an olive skinned chicky babe at benefit had dandelion on & she looked healthy flushed
i'm not sure on me i like something with more oomph

OK well first off I'm seriously thinking of becoming a hooker so I can buy all the Benefit I want. My plan is to hook right outside Myer and that way, you know, two birds with one stone and what have you.


:chuckle: Oz you crack me up

I told my mum I was going to ***** myself out for cosmetics and she said "are you? I'll have to get you a taser then". :chuckle: Then she told me to just marry a specialist and then I wouldn't have to worry. :mad:

OK well first off I'm seriously thinking of becoming a hooker so I can buy all the Benefit I want. My plan is to hook right outside Myer and that way, you know, two birds with one stone and what have you.

Well I'm currently wanting to make an order on the website, but my Mum is hovering around me and wants to buy some stuff for me for my birthday which is in two weeks - no complaints here!!

Here's what I want, tell me what you think:
Dallas bronzer (definitely getting this)
Dandelion (is this very pink? and would it be visible on tanned skin?)
OR should I get the Powder Pop pallette (mini sizes of Dallas, Dandelion and Hoola (which I already have))?
Georgia (again, would it be visible on a tan?)
Moonbeam or Highbeam - which one to go best with a tan?? And would they be as good as BECCA shimmering skin perfector, which I use as a cheekbone highlighter?
Realness of Concealness
That Gal - looks quite pink, would it be ok on tanned skin?

It is a lot, but I want the free shipping!!! Please give me any advice because I obviously can't see these products in person and I need guidance, o wise ones!

OK baby doll, get ready...

Dallas bronzer - GET IT. Perfect for you, it is the most gorgeous rosy-bronze hue with a hint of shimmer. Fab on tanned skin, but use a light hand during winter.
Dandelion - suspect this would be too light for you. It's a lovely ballerina pink, very sweet, but even I have to use a reasonable amount and I'm a serious paleface. It's one of my fave products though, have re-purchased a few times.
Georgia - this is a pretty apricot, would look great on you. It's light but has more colour pay-off than Dandelion. Would need to be layered to really pop on tanned skin (ie. with an apricot cream blush underneath).
Highlighter - Moonbeam is definitely better with a tan, it's a gorgeous shimmering champagne. Great with most looks. Highbeam has a definite opal-pink tone, which is also lovely but again, better on paler skin. This is also one of my faves. Both highlighters have a lovely texture and I think a better result than BECCA Shimmering Skin Perfector (which I actually find slightly greasy, though the colours are divine).
Realness of Concealness - this is a fun way to try the 'fix it' products. Most of the products in this are great, but toss the Lip Plumper. Weird, matte texture and I don't think it plumps a gosh-darned thing.
That Gal - lovely loola sent me a sample of this. Nice but not as good as BECCA primers.

Happy to answer any further questions!

Thanks beautiful RBB!! Think I will scrap the Dandelion. I actually thought it was a peachy-pink, but I already have like fifty sweet ballerina pinks so I probably don't need it.

Can't wait to get Dallas!! :clapping: I have been looking EVERYWHERE for a bronzer that is slightly pink-toned rather than orangey!!!!!

Thanks beautiful RBB!! Think I will scrap the Dandelion. I actually thought it was a peachy-pink, but I already have like fifty sweet ballerina pinks so I probably don't need it.

Can't wait to get Dallas!! :clapping: I have been looking EVERYWHERE for a bronzer that is slightly pink-toned rather than orangey!!!!!

OMG u will love it. When I wear it my sister says "oh... you have your Dallas Face on!!" haha

OMG u will love it. When I wear it my sister says "oh... you have your Dallas Face on!!" haha

LOL that's awesome! Currently I layer like four products to get that rosey brown look!

Do the other blushes stink like Hoola does?

I think the Moonbeam/Highbeam are shite, to be honest Oz. And the "That Gal" is the same, in fact, if you want to try it, you can have mine.

Loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooolllllllllllaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa a!!!!!!!!!!

Do the other blushes stink like Hoola does?

I think the Moonbeam/Highbeam are shite, to be honest Oz. And the "That Gal" is the same, in fact, if you want to try it, you can have mine.

Becca shimmering SP shi*ts all over moonbeam :chuckle:

Becca shimmering SP shi*ts all over moonbeam :chuckle:

I respectfully disagree! :chuckle:

Oz, the only way to find out is to try it for yourself...any gals who have Moonbeam, perhaps you might consider sending Ozzy a sample? I haven't got one ATM...PCC?

OK so I'll ditch the Highbeam/Moonbeam and That Gal! LOL i am very easily swayed.

It's cool about the samples, I want to order in the next day or so!! I think I'll just stick with BECCA for now!

Yep, I agree with RB - Dandelion is tad light & probably wouldn't show up on tanned skin. And also Highbeam might also be a bit pale.

Realness of Concealness is quite cute - and a good way to try a few of the different products. And you'll also get a small Highbeam to try anyway, so don't worry about buying the full sized one. I also found the lip plumper useless - just makes your lips look pale as & dries them out. But the concealer is great & so is the Lemon Aid.

I still haven't got around to getting the Powder Pop - but I'm just a bit worried about getting that teeny brush into those teeny squares of powder! Might just end up getting Dallas, because that's the one I'm really after!

OK here's what the list has been whittled down to....:chuckle:

Dallas
Georgia
Realness of Concealness.....but I'm not even sure if I want that anymore!!

OK maybe I should just get ten million Dallases and leave it at that.

I agree the lip plumper is crappy. Looks and feels awful.
I actually threw the realness kit out but I kept the mini highbeam for travel.

Yeah I ditched ine after not very long as well, only thing I liked was the Lemon Aid.

OK I'll scrap that too. Woot, down to two things!! Not over the free shipping limit though...

Oz - are you going to get the Dallas alone, or as part of one of the best of packs? There's a pack with Dallas, Badgal lash, and Eyebright.

I only kept it for as long as I did cos the polka dot box was ever so cute. :D
I much prefer my Becca stuff to Benefit.. I went Benefit nuts for awhile but I only have dandelion, high beam, a couple of brushes, and bad gal now.

The Bad Gal mascara and liner are great.

Yeah I quite like the BadGal mascara. The brush is huge though, but I guess that's the type you need for lash thickening.

I just wish Benefit were as generous as they were in 2006 when I placed my first order. I bought BadGal and Realness of Concealness, got the Dandelion palette as a free gift and got free shipping - and I only spent about $65. Now you have to spend $100 just to get free shipping!

Well I just ordered (or more accurately, I ordered with my mum's credit card for my birthday - we're a sentimental lot) Dallas and Georgia. Bit of a step down from the large list I had at first!! Decided against the concealer kit, as concealer is really something that needs to be matched I think.

My eye area is burnt from using Benefit Eye-Con! I can't believe it. It burnt a little when I applied it, but still, I put it on 2 days in a row (stupid). Yesterday I looked in the mirror and had big red patches under my eyes, from where I had applied the product. And they huuuuurt. I must get a soothing, nourishing eye cream today so I am right tomorrow morning :(

My eye area is burnt from using Benefit Eye-Con! I can't believe it. It burnt a little when I applied it, but still, I put it on 2 days in a row (stupid). Yesterday I looked in the mirror and had big red patches under my eyes, from where I had applied the product. And they huuuuurt. I must get a soothing, nourishing eye cream today so I am right tomorrow morning :(

Oh gosh! How terrible! I wonder what caused that?

My eye area is burnt from using Benefit Eye-Con! I can't believe it. It burnt a little when I applied it, but still, I put it on 2 days in a row (stupid). Yesterday I looked in the mirror and had big red patches under my eyes, from where I had applied the product. And they huuuuurt. I must get a soothing, nourishing eye cream today so I am right tomorrow morning :(

Oh C! :hugs:
I did this with the UC Ultra C Cream. I accidently layered it over UC Diminish. It burnt through a few layers and took a few weeks to repair. Not very sexy!:redcheeks:

Oh no - I hope I don't flake! Not nice.

I'm going to take it back when I get the chance and hope they will give me a refund or at least swap it for another item. Not happy Jan!

I got Benefits newby Thrrobb in the mail on Friday. Just another pink powder to add to the collection. I love Benefit.

Oz I would have to agree with RBB and say that I love the High Beam and Moon Beam. I guess it just depends on personal choice. You can only go by how you find it. Just because It doesn't suit one person doesn't mean it won't suit another and vice versa.

I got a Benefit email about free undies?

I definitely want to get more Benefit but am going to wait until I'm in Brisbane later in the year cos I think most of it needs to be seen/felt to be judged. I love the look of the That Gal primer but Loola said it was a bit crappy so you can never tell with these things!!! I'll just wait and go on a spending spree. :D

I think definitely play in person and then order through the US site.

But it takes soooo loooong!! I have to wait for EVERYTHING lol, sometimes I want things NOW!

Ya I know what you mean.. But I made a .doc once with comparative prices and it really saved heaps. I haven't got it now, or the currant pricing but some things were half the price - like the big make up bag, was (at the time) AU$50 in store, or AU$25 (after conversion from US$). I ordered heaps online, and it only ever took a week to arrive.

I made a .doc once with comparative prices

Nerd alert!!

I agree with trying these first, as they sound great but may not be so when tried on the individual skin - for example, I wanted to get Dr Feelgood mattifying balm and when they tried it on my skin (oily T zone area) to hopefully soak up some of my oily areas on a hoy humid day it sure mattified it and totally dried out my skin and in fact my skin began peeling pretty badly right then and there at the Benefit counter so I now know I won't be getting that, would rather be a little on the oily side than be flaky and peeling!!

I will be getting the Bad Gal black mascara, 10 bronzer/illuminiser and Eyecon, I have tried it several times and feels fantastic and I didnt react like you did Celeste (that is bad, you poor thing!) and also want to get their cooling eye gel as it feels great and helps my eyes.

Miss Popularity and Dallas bronzer are also on my Benefit wish list.. plus I just saw fy...eye! this is an eyeshadow primer & sounds great for USD22.

Their prices are way cheaper if you order from the US website with free delivery on orders over $100.... too tempting huh!!??!?! :chuckle::worship::spin::rollthoseeyes:

Ya I know what you mean.. But I made a .doc once with comparative prices and it really saved heaps. I haven't got it now, or the currant pricing but some things were half the price - like the big make up bag, was (at the time) AU$50 in store, or AU$25 (after conversion from US$). I ordered heaps online, and it only ever took a week to arrive.

Yep I agree the ,prices are about 30-50% less than here in Myer, I asked the Benefit sales consultant why and they said because of the poor US dollar, anyway I will def order from the US as 1 week I can wait and I would rat6her get 1-2 extra products for the same price....

Nerd alert!!

Oh crap, busted!! :typing:

Oooh, goodie!

Benefit is releasing Erase Paste. It is designed to conceal but also brighten!

http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/gp/product/B0011ULXB8/?ext_id=erasepaste16

Looks good LB!

Ooooh I love the packaging!

Looks cool

Hey guys, the Benefit girl in Myer told me today this week (this was at Sydney city store, i dont know if it is everywhere) they are running an offer where if you spend over $100 you get a free Rush Hour (that lip and cheek multi purpose product) just fyi

Thank Dela:waving:

Great tip, thanks dela!

Hey guys, the Benefit girl in Myer told me today this week (this was at Sydney city store, i dont know if it is everywhere) they are running an offer where if you spend over $100 you get a free Rush Hour (that lip and cheek multi purpose product) just fyi

Hi Girls,
I read about this offer in my Myer One magazine that I got yesterday. I don't think you get a choice in shade of the rush hour, everyone gets the same when you spend $100 or more on Benefit.

Did everyone else get their Myer One catalogue? It has lots of beauty stuff in it. You also get a coupon for every hundred dollars you spend you will get $10 off.

I have mine but I have not read it yet, better look at those coupons as I am back in town on Friday!:penguin:

Hi Girls,
I read about this offer in my Myer One magazine that I got yesterday. I don't think you get a choice in shade of the rush hour, everyone gets the same when you spend $100 or more on Benefit.

wait, is there even more than one shade in the rush hour? i thought for some reason, there was only one hmm :typing:

wait, is there even more than one shade in the rush hour? i thought for some reason, there was only one hmm :typing:

No you are right DB, only one shade of this multi-purpose product.

Hey Sydney girls, did you know Benefit is opening a stand-alone store in Paddington???? I walked past it yesterday and almost hyperventilated. No idea about date, but woo hoo! :penguin::glee:

Medusa, we defintely need Paddington on the itinerary! Is that where the market is on a Saturday?

Well. After some emailing, it appears my Benefit stuff has been lost in transit. :( They are getting back to me about possible replacements.

I seem to have the worst postal luck.

What The? is going on with the post! It is getting sooo bad that it would be better to take your chances with a carrier Pigeon than with any postal service! Grrrr

What The? is going on with the post! It is getting sooo bad that it would be better to take your chances with a carrier Pigeon than with any postal service! Grrrr

I know, I am so disappointed. First Loola's birthday present and now this. Plus, Australia Post said they'd send me a repalcement satchel (it was the best they could do for losing L-Belle's birthday present :shakehead:) and that hasn't arrived yet. Bastards.

My Benefit BETTER get here. I have a feeling that some c*** at Australia Post is really enjoying my stuff.

Oz did u get my loccitane samples???

Oz did u get my loccitane samples???

No babe. When did you send them? I think I need to get on the phone (or go DOWN TO THE POST OFFICE) and kick some Australia Post ass tomorrow. I'm sick of this sh it. I'm sure they're not getting stolen from my house too because they put them inside my gate and it's pretty safe, and also there are people at home all the time.

Are u freaking serious??? I sent them the same day we pmd. I think it was the Thursday the week of your birthday?? Which really craps me off cos I put a card in it too.

And loola you had one but u NEVER GAVE ME YOUR ADDRESS!!! so its sitting on my desk at work :chuckle:

Are u freaking serious??? I sent them the same day we pmd. I think it was the Thursday the week of your birthday?? Which really craps me off cos I put a card in it too.

And loola you had one but u NEVER GAVE ME YOUR ADDRESS!!! so its sitting on my desk at work :chuckle:

Babe I'm going to go down to the Post Office tomorrow and have a chat to someone there. This is f*cking ridiculous. It still makes me want to cry that Loola's birthday present got lost and now my Benefit is possibly lost.

I really do not understand why a real competitor has not popped up. Think how great it would be if FedEx operated on a large scale here!

I know it sucks!!

Now im freaking out, cos I sent LB a package today. Luisa if it doesnt turn up let me know.

I'm so cranky and disappointed. Although I must say Benefit have been good so far, they asked me whether I would like a refund or a replacement, so that's good.

My stuff is here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My stuff is here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OMG Ok Oz now ask for a refund :chuckle: It's win win. :chuckle:

OMG Ok Oz now ask for a refund :chuckle: It's win win. :chuckle:

Naughty Naughty Trash! :chuckle::whistle:

Haha I thought about that for a split second, but I'm not that bad.