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The contents
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PRIMPCESS contains three powder shadows [that are similar to the colours used in the 'Big Beautiful Eyes' palette], a matt creamish accent shadow, a ballet pink shimmery contour shadow and a matt rich chocolate brown liner shadow.

In addition to the powder shadows there is a miniature jar of the wonderful Creaseless Cream shadow/liner in 'R.S.V.P' (a shimmery champagne) and a small tube of Benefit's best-selling Bad Gal mascara (black). You also get a pan of the brilliant Eye Bright and the final cosmetic item in this kit is a pan of Boi-ing concealer (02 - the medium shade).

Last, but not least are two brushes [one of these is double ended] and a six step 'how to' guide [The Lesson].


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The Wear
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The eyeshadows

All three shades wear well, with no creasing or fallout through a working day [I do usually wear a primer though]. The colour pay-off is good, although it's best to apply the brown with a damp brush, otherwise you'll need to layer it for the best results.


Creaseless Cream

Use a finger to apply as a eyeshadow and pat one in only one direction and this will look smooth and will not budge all day. I've gone for 14 hours with this and even on the worst days I'll need to hold a mirror inches from my face to notice a teeny bit of creasing. I sometimes use this under my lower lashline to look more awake and it is also easy to apply with a liner brush. This also makes a good primer for eyeshadow.


Eye Bright

Eye Bright is usually sold in a pencil, but I liked having it in a pan for application with a brush, as the application is precise and easily build-able. The light pink formula really helps conceal and brighten the shadows in the corners of your eyes while lifting the outer corners of the eye, it really is one of Benefit's must own items.


Boi-ing

This is fantastic; it is a thick creamy formula - similar to Creaseless creams in texture - but it will not cake nor crack on skin, so it will cover shadows, discolouration and spots flawlessly. It's a must-own product from Benefit, it's something else that I've been using for years and I recommend it to all of my family and friends all of the time.


Bad Gal

Another best-seller. This mascara is a great volumizer and the black colour is rich too. I've used this product for years and wear it for 14 hours straight some days and have yet to experience any faking or smudging with it. This does add a tiny bit of length too, but it is advertised as a volumizing product so I can't complain that the increase is only slight.


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The packaging
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This set is housed in a thick card box, with a magnetic fastening. It has a mirror in the lid and whilst it is a bit bulky, it can still be carried around in a handbag.

It is a wonderful way to test out Benefit's bestsellers without having to invest in the full size products first.


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My verdict
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I'll start with the standouts; The Creaseless Cream, Eye Bright [not currently able to buy separately], Boi-ring and Bad Gal. These are all bestsellers and deservedly so. The quality is fantastic and the full sized versions are worth £60, so I've already made a huge saving.

I've also not had any problems with the eyeshadows and find them great for dressed-down days, smart work looks and smoky evening looks. I'm not sure how the two lighter shadows would look on darker skintones though, so try before you buy.

The brushes are a fantastic quality and they really do make the application easier and professional looking. The guide is so easy to follow; I only had to read it once. It is so easy to use everything in this kit.


The only issue I've had with PRIMPCESS is with the concealer. I do love boi-ing, but the 02 shade in this kit is too dark for me. But that is only a tiny niggle compared with everything else this set has to offer.


Price break-down:

Powder eyeshadow: £12.50 (x3)
Creaseless Cream: £14
Boi-ing: £16.50
Eye Bright: £14
Bad Gal: £15.50
= £97.50


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RRP
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£25

Benefit is sold in larger Boots stores, Selfridges and selected Debenhams.
They also have a online store with exclusive offers: http://www.benefitcosmetics.co.uk

I'm not sure if PRIMPCESS is limited edition or not; It did use to be, but now it's back, but who knows for how long?