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New From Benefit Review & Swatches

Benefit's new products, the Hoola Quickie Contour Stick, Hoola Lite and Dandelion Twinkle have been out in America for a while, and I've had my eye on them this entire time! Naturally, I bought them directly from Benefit as soon as they were launched in the UK, before they'd even made their way to any other shop.

I've been using them now for around 10 days and I think I'm ready to give feedback!
Hoola Quickie Contour Stick 
I found this a little underwhelming because I was expecting a lot more than this. Don't get me wrong,  the colour is a perfect neutral brown to carve out those (non-existent) cheek bones and it blends beautifully and evenly, and it has a really nice cream to powder formula. My issue is that it's not that pigmented once it's blended out. You definitely have to build it up to get a visible colour on the face. If you like a natural contour, then you might like this, but then again, if you're going to contour, you want it to actually make a difference, am I right? 
Hoola Lite
I'm a big fan of the original Hoola and I am also loving this one, it's perfect for us fair skinned gals! The formula is the same: it's creamy, soft and blends like a dream without skipping or being patchy. If you're pale, this is a must.
L-R Contour Stick, Hoola Lite, Dandelion Twinkle
Dandelion Twinkle
I was surprised at this, also. It's not like any other highlight that you can find recently, what with the strobing trend calling for an in-your-face, beaming glow. This finds a really happy medium between subtle and bold, and I have to say I'm really loving it. It's bright enough that it catches the light stunningly on your cheek bones, but it's subtle enough that it looks soft and gentle. I also love that it's in keeping with the whole Dandelion theme, like their other Dandelion products it's very feminine with the soft pink tone/s. The formula is really nice too. It has very little fall out and doesn't grab onto pores or texture.
Overall I've got to say I am liking the new launches. I haven't been blown away like, for example, when Becca launched Champagne Pop, but none of these are a duds, for sure. Have you tried any of these yet? What did you think?

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  1. Unknown31 May 2017 at 22:11

    I just got a sample of the contour stick and I'm excited to use it now that I know it isn't that pigmented! I'm quite fair and find contour sticks to often be too intense so this one might be perfect for me!

    xo, Liz
    http://lipstickandconfetti.com

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  2. Yiota1 June 2017 at 05:58

    Dandelion Twinkle is so pretty and looks so natural and soft. I haven't tried any products from Benefit but I love their packaging.

    Yiota
    PinkDaisyLoves

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  3. Unknown26 November 2017 at 00:30

    Your pics are always amazing

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  4. Unknown26 November 2017 at 00:32

    Dandelion Twinkle and Hoola Lite are two products the sales assistant used for me when I had a full face done with Benefit. I loved Dandelion Twinkle and I think I may buy that in January along with the Benefit Cheek Parade so I can get both Hoolas!


    Melanie-Jessica || www.melaniewithanie.com

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  5. patty wright26 November 2017 at 00:47

    They look so pretty

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  6. Alica26 November 2017 at 00:52

    I think Benefit is one of my favourites!

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  7. lxy26 November 2017 at 01:11

    I've never really been excited by Benefit products and these products likely aren't for me either, a bit too tanned I reckon

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  8. keffie26 November 2017 at 01:24

    No not tried any yet. Will pop along the next time I am near the make up counter

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  9. Kalista26 November 2017 at 08:57

    I’ve not tried any of these particular products not overly keen on Benefit products

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  10. donna26 November 2017 at 09:13

    Looks amazing

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  11. Nikki easton26 November 2017 at 11:59

    I haven't seen these yet but I'm a benefit fan. Wouldn't be without my goof proof eyebrow pencil. Must try these.

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  12. Annabel Greaves26 November 2017 at 12:05

    I love the different shades available x

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  13. Jessica Nightingale26 November 2017 at 12:16

    Benefit, if nothing else, always delivers gorgeous packaging.

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  14. Unknown26 November 2017 at 14:00

    In love with Hoola

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  15. Ren26 November 2017 at 14:25

    LOVE Benefit and I have a few products from them including the Hoola stick !

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  16. chezhadfield26 November 2017 at 15:04

    I totally love benefit, so much choice

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  17. Unknown26 November 2017 at 15:07

    I must admit I'm not great at contouring but I keep trying lol this stick looks pretty good and I like it's easy to blend.

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  18. Unknown26 November 2017 at 18:49

    Dandelion Twinkle looks so stunning, love that one!

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  19. Unknown26 November 2017 at 19:13

    For saying what a popular brand this is I have actually NEVER tried much Benefit make-up. I've tried Pore-fessional which is great but not much else. I do like the sound of the Hoola range though and I love anything Hawaii related so their packaging is awesome.

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  20. Heather Hibbert26 November 2017 at 22:13

    Benefit id brilliant, and such value for money

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  21. Unknown27 November 2017 at 11:37

    Yas! Love me some Benefit!!

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  22. sunshinewey27 November 2017 at 15:21

    Benefit is so pretty isnt it....

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  23. cazzar127 November 2017 at 16:27

    I've never tried Benefit products before, they do look good!

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  24. Unknown28 November 2017 at 16:24

    I'm in love with these products

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  25. Lorna28 November 2017 at 20:31

    Hoola Quickie Contour Stick - need me some of this!

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  26. Vicky russell28 November 2017 at 21:00

    the bronze colours caught my eye for sure

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  27. Katy Hacket28 November 2017 at 21:16

    I love Benefit products

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  28. Emma29 November 2017 at 11:26

    I'm rubbish at contouring and need to watch some videos to get better.

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  29. SteffR30 November 2017 at 14:22

    I am dying to try Hoola Lite as og. Hoola is a little dark for me. The Dandelion glow sounds so pretty too!

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  30. paula cheadle1 December 2017 at 01:02

    brilliant review

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  31. Unknown1 December 2017 at 08:11

    Very in-depth review very informative

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  32. cbell471 December 2017 at 12:37

    Yaaaas! you can't beat Hoola! Staple in my make up bag.

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  33. Unknown1 December 2017 at 20:14

    Love the review! I love benefit xx

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  34. tracey tibbs2 December 2017 at 11:35

    I'm a fan of benefit and the Dandelion Twinkle sounds delightful soft and dreamy

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  35. Kirsten Nasserisina 3 December 2017 at 10:05

    I haven’t tried these products from Benefit yet but I’d absolutely love too! I admire the products and think they would be perfect for my complexion.

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  36. Paulina Ríos4 December 2017 at 22:58

    I’ve not tried any of these Benefit products, great review 😉❤️😘

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  37. Unknown6 December 2017 at 05:16

    I love me some Hoola and have nearly finished mine!

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  38. Unknown12 December 2017 at 11:29

    Oh I do love Benefit - even the packaging in amazing!

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  39. Unknown12 December 2017 at 18:41

    Dandelion twinkle is beaut!

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  40. Zz13 December 2017 at 00:42

    Interested in Hoola Lite, I have the normal one which I love.

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  41. Yolanda Davis13 December 2017 at 19:23

    I adore Benefit. The products are good n the packaging is so unique.

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  42. Unknown15 December 2017 at 13:40

    I love all benefit products i have watts up and hoola 😍😍

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  43. mummy2416 December 2017 at 11:12

    It all looks amazing

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  44. Unknown18 December 2017 at 21:31

    Hoola is my go to Bronzer

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  45. Unknown23 December 2017 at 22:24

    I've bought the Benefit Cosmetics Hello SanFrancisGLOW! Glowin' Downtown Highlighter Kit, Limited Edition Makeup Set for my daughter for Christmas, I'm hoping she'll like it x

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  46. Nicola Dow27 December 2017 at 18:18

    Love Benefit priducts. Would love to try Dandelion Twinkle x

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  47. xSweetEscapex28 December 2017 at 20:17

    dandelion twinkle looks great!

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  48. Leeanne Clifford28 December 2017 at 23:52

    I've used "They're real" mascara by Benefit but never used any other products by them.

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  49. June M Lord29 December 2017 at 04:38

    I've not tried any of these products yet. They look good.

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  50. Ashley B.29 December 2017 at 04:59

    Looks so pretttty

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  51. Unknown30 December 2017 at 12:49

    Loving the look of the contour stick

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  52. Kat Allinson30 December 2017 at 14:01

    I love Benefit! The dandelion looks fab!

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  53. Unknown30 December 2017 at 18:34

    I have not yet tried these. The only thing i have tried is the pore minimizer primer which is lush.

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  54. Anonymous30 December 2017 at 18:45

    Love Benefit makeup

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  55. Unknown30 December 2017 at 22:01

    I like the look of Dandelion Twinkle, on the swatch it looks really pretty!

    http://disasterdavis.co.uk/

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  56. bdisimone30 December 2017 at 23:20

    Benefit has the best pore minimizer called lush !

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  57. Anonymous30 December 2017 at 23:42

    Really need to try more from Benefit! This all looks so stunning especially Dandelion Twinkle

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