What happens when you walk into a store and bump into a Benefit counter you'd been unaware of each time you had visited that particular shop before? Let me tell you ladies, it was a wonderful moment, and in just a matter of minutes I was headed outside with some new makeup goodies. One of them is this gorgeous face powder in the shade Coralista.
Coralista is a warm coral pink with a subtle golden shimmer. The colour gives a natural flush to the face. It doesn't stand out too much, which is what's so brilliant about the product - it'll give your skin a healthy glow with a soft hint of coral/peach. I do apply it higher than where I would normally apply my blush to really make my cheekbones pop - the golden sheen creates a beautiful highlight. Sometimes I like to add some on my cupid's bow and the bridge of my nose.
There are a lot of mixed opinions on the packaging. Benefit powders come in colourful, square cardboard packaging. If you handle it with care, then I assure you the packaging will look as good as new for a long time. I've had this box for over two months and not a scratch. It also includes a flat brush with natural bristles. I'm going to be completely honest here and admit I haven't used it yet. It looks fine to contour with, so I'll have to give that a try soon.
Coralista makes a great everyday blush for the warmer seasons. The powder formula might be a bit tricky to work with on hot summer days, but it only takes a small effort to make this blush last all day (a good setting spray will do the job and will also prevent your skin from looking cakey/powdery!) and the result is very pretty.
