Hi all! Some news: This is going to be my last blog post. But don’t worry: Swatch And Learn will still be around – Mary’s still going to be doing her in-depth reviews, vivid swatches and silly nail art!

So for my last post on Swatch And Learn, I bring you Benefit Feelin’ Cheeky: Posietint, High Beam & Benetint. I’ve been wanting to review this for the longest time, but the tints are sooooo hard to photograph. The pictures still didn’t turn out as well as I’d hoped, but I need to rave about the tints before I go. 😛

Benefit Posietint, High Beam & Benetint Swatches & Pictures

 

 

 

 

Claims: TRUSTED

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Luminescent highlight

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Brightens cheeks

Key Notes

• Name: Benefit Feelin’ Cheeky: Posietint, High Beam & Benetint
• What I Paid: $18 CAD
• Where to Buy: Sephora website, Sephora in-store

Benefit Cosmetics Feeling Cheeky Mini Set Review

 

I love that Benefit Cosmetics decided to group these minis into one set. I’ve wanted to try Benefit High Beam for the longest time. I always pick it up at Sephora and then put it down. I’d walk around the store and return to High Beam to pick up and put down again.

The price on the big bottle is just a tad too much! And the minis contained in this value set last a long time, so I’m glad I didn’t get the big bottle.

Benefit Posietint Review

 

Color

Benefit Posietint is the more vibrant and pinker of the two blush tints. It’s awesome if you want a flush of pink that looks young and fresh. On the brush, the color looks mighty scary because it’s so in-your-face. When you apply it and blend, it looks quite sheer and soft. I like this because I don’t like super-pigmented blushes that make you look like a clown.

Application & Consistency

Simply brush Posie Tint onto the apples of your cheeks and use your finger to blend. You don’t need a lot, but it allows you to layer it for a stronger flush of color should you want it. The consistency is thicker, so it doesn’t run for easy application.

The timing of when to blend is crucial. If you blend right away after applying it, it doesn’t tint the cheeks enough. But if you wait too long, then it’s really hard to blend because the product would have left a stain on your cheeks. In one of the swatches, I left it on for too long while I grabbed my camera and adjusted the zoom. I usually apply it, count to two, and then blend. Can be used on lips and cheeks.

Longevity

I have dry skin, so powder blushes don’t work well on me. I’ve only tried 1 cream blush (NARS Orgasm), which I like and does last longer. It’s expensive though! That’s why I’m loving my Benefit Posietint mini – the blush lasts me alllllllllll day. Yes, it’s faded a bit by the end, but I can still see it.

Benefit Benetint Review

 

Color & Scent

In the bottle, Benefit Benetint looks like a vial of blood! But when you apply and blend the blood – I mean, tint – the color becomes a rosy red. As with Posie Tint, it’s sheer and looks natural. You can layer this for a richer color.

It is fragranced, which I don’t like. It smells like rosewater – good thing is that the scent doesn’t last.

Application & Consistency

Benefit Benetint is a thin liquid – it makes application a little difficult because it does run. I find that you have a bit more time with this as to when to blend. If left on too long without blending, it doesn’t stain the cheeks in one spot. The liquid sort of disperses itself onto your skin – almost like it’s auto blending. Lol. But I’d still blend with your fingers for more precise application. Can be used on lips and cheeks.

Longevity

Bene Tint by Benefit also lasts me through the entire day, which I’m loving! The reason why I started wearing blush to begin with is because my dad says I look pale and sick every time he sees me. Well, I want to look healthy throughout the entire day, not just in the morning! 😛

Benefit High Beam Review

 

Color

Benefit High Beam itself is a soft peach color. Blended, it’s a light shimmery milky shade that highlights the skin for reflective glow.

Application & Consistency

It’s in a creamier formula so that you can get precise application without it worrying about running. Unlike the blush tints, High Beam by Benefit gives you plenty of time to dillydally. It blends well even if you’ve left it on the skin for many seconds. You can use this underneath your brows, on the corners of your eyes, to highlight your cheekbones, and even dab a bit on your pout.

Longevity

I was convinced to get this value set because of Benefit High Beam. It is, however, my least favorite of the products. That’s because it doesn’t last me the whole day and disappears around the 4-hour mark. Sad face -> :(.

Pros Get all three to try! The mini bottles last a long time Relatively easy to apply Cheek tints last all day (even on dry skin) Can be worn on cheeks, eyes & lips Travel sizes

Cons Benetint is scented High Beam doesn’t last all day Need to blend the cheek tints right away or they could stain Limited Edition & Sephora exclusive

Final Verdict: 8/10

I’m really glad that I got to try Benefit’s cheek tints because I love how they last me until the night. However, the colors are a little one-dimensional, so if you’re looking for cheek shades that are shimmery, they won’t work for you!

Anyway, I’ve had a blast blogging for you guys. Thanks so much for listening to me rant and praise products. I loved reading your comments! Before I go, I’d like to give a special shout-out to a blogger: Ruthe Huang of Smile for the Little Things. She has one of the best attitudes I’ve ever encountered and is very enthusiastic about life. If you have time, give her a looksee – I’m sure she’ll appreciate it! 🙂

Have you tried Benefit cheek tints? Do you prefer creams, powders or tints for your cheeks? What shades do you usually wear?