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Tuesday 14 October 2014

Autumn Cheeks | Benefit 'Rockateur' Blush

Benefit 'Rockateur' Blush | £23.50* | Link 

When Autumn/Winter comes a knockin', I tend to have a little swap around when it comes to my makeup - particularly my blush. Although I wear coral hues all year round, I do enjoy using warm toned pinks and 'seashell' shades (try saying that one fast) throughout the colder months as I find they help to brighten my complexion - it often gets a little lacklustre as soon as September is out and the nights start drawing in.  'Rockateur' was rather popular when it was released a little while back, but I must admit it didn't have me dashing to the nearest Benefit counter.  As someone who seems to prefer a matte finish when it comes to blush, I wasn't instantly sold with the shimmery nature of the product and just assumed it would be too glittery for me.  Well, turns out I was wrong.  Once you break past the top layer, Rockateur is much less shimmery and a lot more wearable - very natural, light and pretty. I've been using it the past few weeks and have to say, it's successfully made it's way into my 'Autumn blush' stash... 


I took these photographs before I delved in with the blush brush but the colour of the pan (once you've dusted past the glimmery bits) is much like the part in the centre - a satin finish, warmer toned pink.  It looks really natural when on the cheeks and no glitter transfers on to the skin, leaving you with a beautifully natural pink flush - perfect for the colder mornings.  I've really been enjoying using this just recently - it gives such a healthy glow to the face and works really nicely now that my skin is slightly paler than it was a couple of months ago. I actually apply it using the brush that comes in the box and lightly dust over the cheeks once I've contoured using the 'Hoola' bronzer - I find it picks up just enough product for me and the shape works really well if you're wanting a more precise application.  It also works really well on top of Benefit's 'Majorette' booster blush - together they create a gorgeous coral-pink hue.


The shade actually reminds me of one of my other autumn/winter blush faves - Nars 'Deep Throat' (review here) and I find that these sort of shades really work well at brightening the complexion and giving your skin a little lift - I've even read somewhere that wearing a warm pink tone on the cheeks as opposed to a coral or orange tone helps to counteract any dark circles under your eyes.  Overall, a really lovely addition to Benefit's blush clan! I've really been enjoying using this alongside 'Majorette' just recently and I'll definitely be using this well into the winter.  

What's your favourite autumn/winter blush? Have you tried Rockateur? 

P.S - Just a little note to say I have completely re-organised my Pinterest - I'm using it more for beauty/fashion/lifestyle/blogging now instead of littering it with uni research! I'd love to follow some of you on there so do let me know your usernames! My link can be found in the sidebar :)

38 comments:

  1. I got this for my birthday last year and I absolutely love it :) I have quite pale skin so I like how it isn't too dark and harsh and think it looks lovely worn with a bold lip colour. I love the benefit packaging so much too, it always makes me happy when I'm doing my make-up early in the morning :D
    Love Holly xx

    www.thehollydays4.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. PS I love your new blog layout :)

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    2. Thanks for your lovely comment Holly :)) Yes it definitely works best on paler skin - i love it now that my skin has got a little lighter the past few weeks, it really seems to perk it up! And thanks about the blog layout! I was unsure at first but im glad I took the plunge and re-did it! :) xx

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  2. I really want to try this, got a few blushes from benefit! Sounds lovely.

    Hannah Rose

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    1. its a lovely one to have in your collection :) x

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  3. Love the colour of this blusher, my summer blush staple was Benefit Hervana. Might need to try this one :)

    Bea x

    beatricelily.blogspot.com

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    1. OO i need to try that one! I also want to try Dallas. I've loved every boxed blush ive tried from them so far. Coralista used to be one of my faves last summer too but this one's fab for autumn x

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  4. I've never actually tried any Benefit products but I would love to get this blush - it looks so gorgeous! xx

    www.eleanorbroome.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. its lovely! I also LOVE the Hoola bronzer - perfect for contouring. I think that has to be my fave x

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    2. neither have I, but after seeing this I'm so tempted!!

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  5. What a great review! It's such a lovely color and I'm glad to know the shimmer doesn't stay haha.
    I'll have to pick one up myself soon.
    Great post. :)

    Jay xx

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    1. Thanks Jay! I was glad to see the shimmer didn't stick about too - it just leaves a lovely natural finish. x

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  6. Love the colour of this, has nice bronze toned to it too :)
    Xxx

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  7. Ooh it is a lovely colour! I'm a shimmer-free girl too but you may have swayed me...

    ellabooxo • beauty & lifestyle

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    1. haha me too - my blush collection is a shimmer-free zone!! x

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  8. I really want this plus I would like to say how much I love your blog! I would love if you checked out my blog; http://beautyblondenote.blogspot.co.uk, my BlogLovin'; BeautyBlondeNote and my Pinterest; Elise Sheppard!

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    1. thanks so much Elise :)) So kind of you! I shall check out your blog too. Thanks for leaving your Pinterest! x

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    2. I would love you to comment on my latest post if you check it out! Thanks again

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  9. Never tried this one but it looks gorgeous! I use Dallas pretty much every day so I'm sure I'd love this too! x

    http://leahpaige9xo.blogspot.co.uk/

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  10. Such a gorgeous colour! Looks more like a bronzer than a blush which I love!

    xxx | daisydaisyxxo

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  11. It's such a lovely warm shade with a bit of sheen - a great all rounder!

    Georgina x
    foxonthehunt.com

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  12. an autumn must have I see!:) I may or may not have to get this x

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  13. I don't have any Benefit blushers but I'm hoping to get the palette/gift set for Christmas :) x

    Jasmine // Magpie Jasmine

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  14. I have been looking for a good fall/winter blush!! Great post!

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  15. I don't own any Benefit blushes but have been seriously thinking about buying Rockateur. It's gorgeous! x

    Speaking Beauty UK

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  16. I've only ever stuck with Benefit Dallas, but think this could be the one to sway me!

    Annabel ♥
    Mascara & Maltesers

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  17. Might have to give this one a go!!

    Leonie ♥ Ikonik Beauty

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  18. This is such a beautiful shade and definitely very autumn!

    nueyork.blogspot.com

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  19. I have had my eye on this blush for the longest time <3

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  20. I really wish we still had Benefit in South Africa, it was here for a bit and then the brand discontinued at the store, so sad! This blush looks so beautiful, the shimmer is gorgeous. Ahhhh if only .... <3

    www.dressedinthecity.com

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  21. Such a gorgeous shade, I'm adding it to my wishlist :)

    Emily x // EmGrace

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  22. I really love this blush too! I bought it a few days before it's actual release date at House of Fraser. I think it works quite well with my skin tone too. I think I'll be using this blush a lot more this Autumn and Winter months as well.

    Another fave blush of mine has to be Sleek's Flushed, I really think you should try it if you haven't already, just be careful not to apply too much because you'll look like a clown! If applied with the right amount it really looks amazing :)

    Yazmin xx
    www.yazzyscorner.co.uk

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  23. I am so happy you wrote this blog post! I haven't worn a blush because mine is too bright for the Autumn weather and I haven't figured out what to do because of that I have just been using bronzer! Thank you so much! I can't wait to purchase this!! xx

    http://lilliemysel.blogspot.com

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  24. This is just beautiful I still haven't got round to trying it yet but i must! it's so pretty I think I will be apprehensive about using too much to spoil it though ;) xxx



    Blondeofcarbs

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  25. I've been using Rockateur pretty much daily for the past few months and have just hit the pan it's such a pretty colour and it's subtle enough for my pale skin so I'm definitely going to repurchase it.
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  26. Oh wow. I've never actually seen what that blush looks like in the box and it is soo pretty! Benefit knows how to do packaging. I haven't tried that blush but I really want to try out Dandelion! It's such a pretty peachy-pink color. :)

    Watching for Pigs on the Wing

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  27. I adore all of Benefits products...How pigmented is this blush?


    Brooklynn | That Brooklynn Paige

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