My Benefit broody hen!

Hello! I was pretty busy last few days, so let's catch up! I'd like to show you an adored makeup product: Powderflage by Benefit Cosmetics Some months ago, I wrote about another product: Benetint. I do love this brand, it fulfills all the requirements to be my favorite one.You are attracted to a brand when it stands for something you believe in; Benefit Cosmetics has Be-Bop spirit :). This is shown on its packaging, what is it that makes Benefit packaging so sexy and so god damn cute? It's irresistably retro, femenine and funny. It reminds me of those hilarious comedy films starred Doris Day. It's not only a sweet packaging, we can also find a brand that takes care of the details, high quality products with excellent cosmetic ingredients. 

Please, don't think I am a sponsor; this review was based purely on my own experience and I bought it with my money. Be-Bop Lashes is a humble blog ;)

In spite of my opinion, there is some controversy about the brand: Many people think Benefit inflates the prize of the products, I mean they are good but very expensive. I'll refer to my favorite saying 'Beauty is in the eye of the beholder', the best way to know 'what's the best product for me' is to prep yourself a bit before making your choice: reading a lot of opinions and testing it on a Benefit makeup stand :)

It's corn but they love it

Powderflage by Benefit is a light diffusing powder concealer for under eyes and face therefore it's a specific product. It's not a concealer, so don't assume that this powder will camouflage your dark circles without using a concealer. People who use a concealer and would like to set it all day, they will find an excellent product, because it prevents caking or creasing. Your current loose powder might be an option, however the under eye area is very sensitive and it will dry out your skin. The result will be little wrinkles and creases that make you look old and tired. The best choice is silica powder like this product. 

Step by step lesson by Benefit

What can I write about the packaging? The camouflage pattern of the tin is adorable (that's why Benefit makes a pun in its name 'Powderflage'). 

Powderflage is camouflaged in the forest!

Inside the tin, we find a little box that reminds me of an egg. That's why I couldn't resist the temptation to make a photo perfomance ;) 

We can see a proud broody mum who is showing off her 'babyflage' while her neighbours are gossiping about her. I enjoyed taking the pics! even though my boyfriend thinks, I am completely nuts xD

Gossip hens :)

Let's cook!

It's a a chalky, pinky-white powder and it comes with a tiny fan brush. The brush is not my favorite one, I prefer using a dense soft brush. It has light diffusing particles which means it's a little shimmery. It looks like crushed chalk but it is really silky and smooth on the skin. Some makeup artists use pink to cover dark circles while others think it should be avoided at all costs. So, who’s right? Well, both. Let me explain,given that, Powderflage is a pinky-white powder also. The opposite of pink is a bluish-green on the color wheel. So, if you have dark circles under your eyes, which tend to take on a bluish hue, in theory, pink should help to fade them away, right? The problem? Pink + blue = purple, so beware when using this shade. Instead, look for a pink corrector with a hint of warmth or a subtly orange undertone, like salmon, which is a bit more inconspicuous in covering under-eye blue. My favorite one is 576 Concealer Supracolor by Kryolan.

Anyway don't forget the best remedy for dark circles and puffiness is a good night’s sleep:)

Swatches

Check this link, if you want to see 'Before and After pic' using Powderflage by Benefit and an excellent review in French.

There are cheaper options to set the concealer: HD Microfinish Powder by MUFE, ELF HD Powder, 

Prime And Fine Translucent Loose Powder by Catrice, they are good choices but they might dry out the under eyes skin. Nevertheless this is something that will depend on your skin type and the type of concealer too.

In my opinion, Powderflage by Benefit is the best one!! ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
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With love,

Lorena Be-Bop