BeneFit California Kissin

California kissin’ – You haven’t really been kissed ‘til you’ve been California kissed!! Being half American and loving everything California I was quite interested to try California kissin’, a smile brightening lip shine from the Benefit cosmetics company. I am already a big Benefit fan, loving their quirky brightness and girly prettiness. They have such a fun range and you always hear about how good their beauty products are in the press and beauty magazines so you know that they are a well respected company. Benefit is an America cosmetics company founded in 1976 by twin sisters in San ... more

I must begin by saying I'm a huge Benefit fan - their products are just so cute and quirky! So, when this product came out I just HAD to try it as I'm a real lipgloss-rather-than-lipstick girl and this product promised more than your standard lipgloss! As well as lovely glossy lips it claims to make your smile brighter AND freshen your breath! As with all Benefit products, the packaging really stands out with its bright blue swirly design which fits in with the Californian 'surfing' type theme. The tube has a screw cap and is made of strong yet easy-to-squeeze plastic. I've had my tube over a ... more

I'm afraid this product does not live up to all of its claims, mind you to be honest I never really expected it too given that for a lip gloss Benefit claimed it would brighten up my smile and freshen up my breath as the blue sheen that it is meant to add to your lips means that your teeth look whiter, well that proved to be a load of hock-em as far as I could tell as I could see not difference after applying it. Now you will not end up with blue lips when you use this product as the blue tint is very subtle but you will not end up with a whiter smile either. It comes in a soft tube which you ... more

Benefit is definately known for its eye catching packaging. This product is probably one of few whereby there isnt a hugely attractive eye catching packaging, but luckily the product speaks for itself. I first found this product in my Benefit Justine Case kit. Once I tried the mini version of it I knew I had to have it. It is definately the best feeling gloss I have ever had. Dont be fooled by the bright blue colour of the gloss - dont worry your lips do not stay blue! Packaging The packaging on this product does not tie in with the normal Benefit branding, but having said that I still feel ... more

PACKAGING: As with all Benefit products, the packaging is unique and original. It is quite retro and very appealing. It makes a cute addition to my make up bag OUTCOME: California Kissin is a lipgloss which is clear with a blue tint. It looks really nice on and lasts for a few hours, which is pretty good for a gloss. This lipgloss also smells really nice - minty in a non-toothpaste kind of way - so it freshens your breath a bit like gum too ADVICE: Just put on a little at a time because if you put too much on it will look more blue than clear. Also, if you do this it will last longer and ... more