Hi Darlings, today’s post is going to be the review and swatch of the Benefit Dandelion Twinkle Highlighter.
Back when the Fenty came out I compared one of their highlighter (the Fenty Beauty Killawatt Freestyle Highlighter Duo in Lightning Dust/Fire Crystal) to this one and decided to get that one instead and I love it but since I love it, I thought I could get this one as well.
If you love a bold highlighter look away, this is not bold at all. It’s more of a soft delicate sheen that I prefer for every day.
You can get it here for 29$.
PACKAGING
The packaging is standard for Benefit blushes: is a bulky cardboard box, I’m not a fan of that, it takes so much space in my make up bag and it’s a bit tacky: I usually prefer more of sleek packaging but that’s totally personal preference.
I like the way it’s decorated though, the rosegold shiny box is so pretty and of course, I love the pink.
On the inside, you have that handy little mirror and It also comes with a brush which it’s very soft and I love to use it for contouring. Not necessary but it’s nice.
It smells so GOOD. It’s more of a perfume but it’s so good. I don’t know what it is but it reminds me of my childhood. I love it.
COLOUR
It’s is a light, nude pink with a pearly sheen. It’s quite luminous very delicate and not blinding at all. So if you like an intense glow this is not the product for you.
PIGMENTATION & FORMULA
The formula is quite stiff in the pan, but that doesn’t make the highlighter less smooth.
It has a sheer coverage but it’s really easy to layer, I love it for everyday looks since it doesn’t look tacky.
It never looks cakey or powdery, it doesn’t enhance texture and pores despite the gold shimmer.
APPLICATION
It’s really easy to apply, it looks so beautiful on the skin.
SWATCH
DUPES
I compared the Fenty Beauty Killawatt Freestyle Highlighter Duo in Lightning Dust with Benefit Dandelion Twinkle, they are identical, that being said, I think the Fenty one it’s a better value for money and I like the packaging better.
LASTING POWER
On me, it lasts around 5 hours before starting to fade.
RATINGS:
- Colour: 9/10
- Longevity: 7/10
- Application: 9/10
- Texture: 8/10
- Pigmentation: 8/10
- Packaging: 6/10
GRADE: B+
I really like this highlighter. I love the colour. I think it suits my complexion a lot better than the more champagne ones. I love the scent, which is so not important but I love it. It applies and looks beautiful on the skin. I’m not the biggest fan of the packaging and I think the lasting power could be better but I’m still happy to have it in my collection. Definitely, a nice product if you want something more delicate for every day.
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This is my kind of highlighter… Subtle and pretty as opposed to blinding! Lol! Great post lovely! 😀
Glad I’m not alone in the not blinding world, aahaha thank you for reading!
I love the packaging. Looks like the perfect on the go highlighter for summer!
It’s really cute a bit bulky but cute indeed
Good to know about the packaging. The color looks great for summer. However, right now I am all about Fenty. The foundation is extraordinary because it is the only color that actually matches my olive skin tone. Thanks for sharing the review. xx
I have to try the foundation, but I’m not super into the full coverage! I’ll have to get a sample eventually, thank you for reading girl ?
I’ve been obsessed with highlighter of all sorts lately, this seems like a great one to add to the collection! Thanks for the recommendation x
Aww I’m glad you like it girl, thank you for reading xx
I really want to get a new highlighter, but I’m worries that I will look a bit too shiny because I do a pretty neutral makeup look. I love that you emphasized that this is not a bold look, and I really appreciate the swatches on your skin, because we have similar tones. This is a really pretty look and I want to check it out in person for myself now!
Awww thank you for reading! I hope you’ll get it, let me know if you do ??
I always love your honest reviews! The colour of this is gorgeous, and I like the look of the packaging, even if it is a bit bulky!
Thank you so much for reading honey ?
I really like the shimmer it has!
I’m glad you do ??
This highlighter – I’m dead! It’s so so stunning, I actually better get my hands on it xx
Ahhahaha I hope you’ll love it!
The highlighter is very pretty! I’m not a fan of the bulky boxes either xx
They are soooo bulky! I mean I love Marc Jacobs packaging how can I love this one? Ahah