HOOLA-LA-LA!: Benefit Hoola Bronzer Review

Here's an initial review on Benefit Cosmetics Hoola Bronzer

PRICE: P1600.00

PLACE BOUGHT: Benefit Cosmetics, Greenbelt 5

OTHER LOCATIONS: Benefit Cosmetics Online; online resellers

THE VERDICT:

I have found a very, very good contouring powder and bronzer.

I've always wanted to get MAC's Tantone blush because it's the most natural contouring powder/bronzer I've ever seen. But when I saw this at Benefit Greenbelt 5, I thought that it would be the perfect substitute.

I have observed that most bronzing powders are either too orange or too glittery. I mean, yeah, I get that glistening, golden, and sparkling are adjectives to describe a "Beach Goddess" look, but good Lord, why do brands have to translate these to their bronzers?!

Hoola is actually a bronzing powder. It's what bronzing powders should be--tan, matte, and natural.

In the older versions of the Box O' Powders, the box's cover used to be separate from the base, and it was too inconvenient for the buyers. That's why the covers of the newer versions are now attached to the base.

I've also noticed that the recent blush brushes are softer. My previous Box O' Powders have scratchy brushes. Thank goodness Benefit for these softer bristles.

Hoola is a matte tan brown shade with no undertones and glitters.

Coverage can be built up depending on how sheer or bold you want the color to be. In spite of its matte texture, the powder is very easy to blend. However, since the formulation is matte, fall out is quite significant.

Here's the powder on me. It's not pigmented. I'd have to swipe the powder around twice or thrice to make the color pop from my skin. I like it that way. At least I don't end up with muddy cheeks in case I overdo my application. Staying power is great. I only have to retouch around once or twice during wear.

It's my go- to contour powder as of the moment. It just goes well with every lipstick shade I have.

Its versatility makes it worth every penny. With Hoola, I have a bronzer, contour powder, and an occasional eyeshadow in one product! I highly recommend it. :)