Benefit Cheek Parade Palette
After having my makeup done by one of the lovely ladies at Benefit in Boots, St David’s (Cardiff) I couldn’t stop thinking about the face palette she had demonstrated to me, the Benefit Cheek Parade
The Palette
As you can see from the photos, the palette contains 2 bronzers and 3 blushes. My main reason for buying this was the bronzers. I asked for a little help finding a bronzer colour that wouldn’t just make me look dirty like all of the other ones I’ve tried. I have quite pale skin so I really struggle to find bronzers that actually suit my skin tone. Hoola Lite mixed with a tiny bit of Hoola for a bit more colour is absolutely perfect. It gives me a bit of colour without making me look like I am either dirty or just don’t know how to use makeup!
As for the blushes, I have to say I’m impressed. I am really fussy with blush because I get quite red cheeks anyway and therefore don’t really need much there. These are lovely and subtle, but easy to build up if you want a bit more colour. I was a little scared by Galifornia at first since it’s so bright but it’s actually my favourite blush in the palette. With a light hand, it’s the perfect summer blush.
My Opinion
Since I am so hard to please with both bronzers and blushes, this palette has done incredibly well. I have used it every day since I bought it and am completely in love. I love that all of the colours can be subtle or strong, depending on how you apply them. Since I am so fussy, I’m really glad I found this palette. I just know it’s going to be a staple in my makeup bag for a very long time. It may have been more expensive than my average makeup purchase, but I honestly don’t think I’ll be buying bronzers or blushes again for a very long time. Despite the price, I think it’s worth it.
Have you tried the Benefit Cheek Parade palette? Let me know what you think of it in the comments below!
Lucy x
