One of two big foundation launches from Benefit this month (one liquid, one powder), the Benefit Cosmetics Hello Happy Velvet Powder Foundation (£26) comes in 12 shades and promises semi-matte, medium coverage for up to twelve hours. Apply it with a brush for sheer layer of pigment (a brush comes tucked in the compact but you can use any brush you like) or dab it on with the enclosed sponge for medium-to-full coverage.
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