Benefit products - what do you recommend?

[EdenCalling]

I gave only tried benetint which I really like. I want to treat myself to some new make up and would appreciate any pointers :)

[WhoKnowsWhereTheChocolateGoes]

Lemon Aid is the best eye-primer/concealer for me (pale skin) does a great job of disguising shadows and neutralising redness. I tried Erase paste in a shop, it looked really fake and orangey on me.

[Skinheadmermaid]

I think most of their stuff is overpriced and not worth the money. I do however really like the porefessional. Can't afford it though.

[WheresRyder]

I used to wear benefit a lot but stopped as budget was a lot smaller, however started to look at 'nicer' brands again and after being addicted to porefessinal after getting a freebie with a magazine. Today I have ordered the new bb cream/foundation and a lipstick from feel unique. I wanted to order a lot more but will see how I get on with these two items.

Which of the square powders are most flattering to late 30's skin that's not wrinkled but is full and tired ? Also thinking of trying the illuminating primer as well.

[TheJumped]

The Oxygen Wow foundation is really nice, it's spf25 too - Lisa Eldridge used it in a glowing skin type tutorial.

I use the Feelin Dandy kit daily - Posietint which I use on cheeks and lips, High Beam on cheekbones, then Dandelion blusher over it all and a bit on forehead and chin too and Dandelion lip gloss over Posietint for lips. It's a great kit. I have the Glamourous Neutrals eyeshadows kit too but it's a bit faffy as it's creams and powders, I can't usually be arsed in the morning. Nice colours though. And has instructions as does Feelin Dandy.

[SecretLimonadeDrinker]

I love the dandelion blush, boi ing concealer and their foundation (trying to decide whether to get the Big Easy) and new brow product.

[pudseypie]

Their concealer pencil is the best I've ever had, great for covering up any spots or dark shadows.

[Botanicbaby]

I love Plum Bad Gal mascara, don't think it suits everyone though.

Have got Boing concealer which does the job well and has lasted for absolutely ages.

Porefessional is brilliant but have only had a sample sizes, keep meaning to buy full version.

[aylesburyduck]

the new brow product is called gimme brow.

[WaitMonkey]

This thread is making me want to go on a shopping spree. Love Benefit.

[Snapespeare]

yes! gimme brow. fab.

[daimbardiva]

I love lemon aid - eyelid primer. I use it all the time, with and without eyeshadow. Lasts for ages too.

[NotExactlyHappyToHelp]

I loved Throb but the benefit girl told me they don't do it anymore .

Bought Hervana instead which is lovely but not quite as good as Throb, bit of a clunky name too. I always trip up saying it.

Porefessional is good but I really don't see that much difference between that and the Lanacane anti chaffing stuff.

[70isaLimitNotaTarget]

I bought Gimme Brow on QVC ( they have a Beauty Day and everything is on 4 EasyPay)
Price Wise, for example, "They're Real" is £15 ish + p&p which works out the same as the shops ( I think it was £19 in store) .

I ordered the darker shade (there's light/med or med/dark)
Reviews (like on S&B seem to be heaven or hell)

I'll see how I get on.

[BubbleRap]

Gimme Brow is the best brow stuff I've ever used.

[DidoTheDodo]

I like Browzing, the concealer in a lippy type tube (wonderfully non cloggy) and a lipstick called Nice and teasy, which is a great every day rosy pink.

[CountBapula]

The Creaseless Cream eyeshadow is lovely. I've got the neutral taupey one - slick it on with your finger, add mascara - takes 2 mins and makes my face look more polished.

[Nowitscleanugobshite]

I like that creaseless eyeshadow too. The colour I use us "birthday suit". It can be put on in the car and looks fine! I also like the foundation-the oxygen liquid one? And Dallas blusher as I've mentioned before. In fact I like lots of benefit stuff! It's pricey but lasts for ages! The I've thing I can't bring myself to buy us the moisturiser. I got a sample if it and loved it-but at nearly £30 a pot it's expensive for what it is I think? Maybe I'm wrong? If anyone uses it and it's taken years off them then let me know and I'll gladly part with the cash!!!

[marissamac]

Does gimme brow work if you dont have much brow to start with? I have been looking at this but I usually use the brow zings as I have to draw them on at the outer edge as mine dont grow anymore.

[Appletini]

Another Dandelion lover here.

Their Playstick cream stick foundation is fab but they've discontinued my shade.

[bouquetofpencils]

I am a Benefit fan.

I wouldn't recommend their crease less eyeshadow but otherwise I like everything (incl They're Real).

I have Sugar Bomb powder which makes me look polished and glowy but not that pigmented so I use it as a final wash of colour.

Poise tint is very pale, I build it up with several layers for a fresh look. I want the new lollietint.

I loved the Porefessional primer, but now use Lanacane anti chafing gel which is strikingly similar.

Big fan of Boiing and Erase Paste concealers but not struck by Stay Don't Stray, smells weird.

The benefit makeovers are really good, they give great tips on how to use make up so I would definitely ask for one using a product you are interested in.

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

I keep seeing Lanacane mentioned. Is it really like Porefessional? Had never even heard of anti chafing before!

[BubbleRap]

Lanacane is brilliant primer.

[EyelinerQueen]

I started using Lanacane as a primer 6 weeks ago and haven't used any of my numerous fancy and ££ primers since.

It's pretty damn amazing!

[RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie]

Where does one find such a thing? Which aisle?

[EyelinerQueen]

Beside the pile cream probably .

I got it on Amazon.