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Benefit Cosmetics Watt's Up!

What it is: A soft-focus highlighter for face.What it does: This cream-to-powder highlighter turns up the wattage with a delicate, gorgeous champagne glow. Its smooth application and luminous sheen switches on the "wow" factor for any complexion. Apply it to cheeks and browbones, then sculpt with the soft-glow blender for your perfect gleam.
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Questions & Answers for Benefit Cosmetics Watt's Up!

Question
Is this good over powder foundation?
I only use powder foundation and since this is a cream stick I was wondering if I can use it over powder foundation
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
sammiebaby
(Hazlet, New Jersey)
on Watt's Up!
9 answers
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answer 1
You can definitely use this product OVER powder foundations, just make sure you have a very light touch and dab or lightly pat the item on top of your makeup with a brush, the sponge tip or your fingers.
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answered 1 year, 4 months ago
dianabt
(San Francisco, CA)
answer 2
I switch off between powder and liquid foundation and when i used this it was only good on liquid really...girl meets pearl (by benefit) works even better and on both types of foundation
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
heart21
(Edina, MN)
answer 3
I've been able to use it with powder but it does blend better with liquid.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
oshimay
answer 4
I bet you can because it glides on so smoothly. I use it over foundation, powder & blush. Love it!
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
lmarkow
(Buffalo)
answer 5
I use a powder foundation too and this works just fine on top of it! Remember a little goes a long way!
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
kjking
(Oklahoma)
answer 6
You could use this over (for a more noticeable look) or under (for a more subtle look) your powder.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
kimmym4
(Albany, NY)
answer 7
Yes. I use powder foundation and it works just fine.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
hgou
(Chattanooga, TN)
answer 8
It works great over powder foundation!
I use both liquid & powder foundation, and it always works great for me! :)
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
girliegirl895
(Los Angeles, CA)
answer 9
yes u totaly can it looks awesome just make sure to blend.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
giigii21
(brampton, ontario)
Question
What's Up or High Beam?
I have High Beam and absolutely love it as a highlighter. How does what's up compare? Better...worse? Thanks!
asked 1 year, 7 months ago
glastonburygirl
(Long Beach, CA)
on Watt's Up!
7 answers
Answers
answer 1
I prefer High Beam, although maybe in the summer when I am tanner the Watt's Up will look better. High Beam is more silver and looks better on my pale/pink toned skin. Watt's Up is more gold toned, I would think it would look better on darker skin tones.
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
cristens
answer 2
I have both and love them both. They both work perfectly for me. It's just that Watts Up is easier to carry around, in my opinion.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
sanzhimao
(Syracuse, Ny)
answer 3
The only difference I noticed between the two is the consistency. High Beam is more liquidy, and Watt's Up is more creamy. The Watt's Up seems to show up more, since High Beam ends up absorbing into my skin and I can't see it very well. Hope that helps!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
adele66
(Huntington Beach, CA)
answer 4
I have used both and I would definitely say use Watt's Up. So much prettier and more noticeable in a good way. I have gotten so many compliments on my skin since I've started using this!!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
girly115
(New York, NY)
answer 5
Watt's Up is SLIGHTLY better - I love High Beam, as well, but Watt's Up has the edge, in my book...
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
kateyleigh
(San Francisco, CA)
answer 6
Never used other product
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
cmcorna
(Pittsburgh, PA)
answer 7
If you love High Beam then it must be perfect for your skintone. Champagne is a more neutral highlighter and can therefore match most skin tones (I find HighBeam works on lighter tones, MoonBeam on more olive/darker tones). High Beam was a bit too white and pink for me, and I had Moon Beam but I became annoyed with the liquid applicator. Watts Up is more compact, easy to use, and a little goes a long way
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
anon86
(fort collins, co)
Question
Is this hard to use?
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
coco1girl
(Incline Village, NV)
on Watt's Up!
7 answers
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answer 1
No , it is not hard to use at all :-)
Once you are done doing your make up , that is after applying your blush , the Watt's up stick goes on in the end as the final touch . You can apply it as a stand alone product also that is without having any make up on , for a natural glow.
You have to apply the 'watts up stick' on the apples of your cheeks , first apply little and light and then turn your cheeks to catch the light and see if you like the highlighting , if you want more glow, then layer more . That is it .

Between the Benefit's Watt's Up and Benefit's High beam , the 'watt's up' is easier to apply.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
diravi
(Richmond VA)
answer 2
This is so easy to use, and it comes with a diffuser sponge so it fool proof. The color is so user friendly too. Jump right in on get your glow on!!!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
peanut16
(Palm Desert, CA)
answer 3
Acutualy its not. I purchased it and it blends well with your fingers and give a beutiful glow. I would recomend it for sure!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
anaisaa297
(Albuquerque, NM)
answer 4
Not at all, this very, very easy to apply and blend. I use it every day and it takes 2 seconds
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
virgo55
(boston, ma)
answer 5
No, it's easy to put on. It comes in a stick format, which makes it easier to apply than if you had to put it on with your fingers. You can either sculpt with the blender, or rub it in with your fingers after it's applied, and it looks great.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
adele66
(Huntington Beach, CA)
answer 6
Not at all!!! It is super easy and takes less than 30 seconds
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
girly115
(New York, NY)
answer 7
Just drag it across your cheekbones and blend it in with your finger!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
meg225
(MD)
Question
Can Watt's Up be used as an under eye lightener/concealer?
Per the description, Watt's Up is to be used to highlight cheeks and browbones, but has anyone tried using this as an under eye lightener/concealer? If so, how did it fare?
asked 1 year, 7 months ago
lambiedoodle
(South Carolina)
on Watt's Up!
6 answers
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answer 1
I tryed it but it looked to sparkly, I would recommend Benefit's Erase Paste though!
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
ohelen
(San Diego, CA)
answer 2
Not realy. Unless you want a nice glow there,
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
anaisaa297
(Albuquerque, NM)
answer 3
I don't think so. Since it's a highlighter, it seems like it'll just bring more attention to the areas that you're trying to hide.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
hurricanestreets
(San Diego, CA)
answer 4
I think a small, small amount could be used. I probably would not use it for that though, I think it is a bit too shimmery for that.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
virgo55
(boston, ma)
answer 5
I would definitely NOT use this for under eye. If you want something GREAT for that use Stay Don't Stray or Erast Paste...they work great! Watt's Up would be WAY TOO shimmery. You would look like a racoon in person and especially in pictures with a flash.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
tzlmg
(Napa, CA)
answer 6
Yes it is magic
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
cmcorna
(Pittsburgh, PA)
Question
how does this "Watt's UP!" differ from Girl meets Pearl?
Guess it goes on, more easily, by not disturbing a blush or Hello Flawless type product????
asked 1 year, 7 months ago
lovemypaintbox
(Chicago, IL)
on Watt's Up!
6 answers
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answer 1
This product does not disturb whatever you put under it - I wear foundation, powder and blush and put this over the top and it just glides on. Love it!
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
lmarkow
(Buffalo)
answer 2
I've only tried Girls meet Pearl in store but bought Watts Up. I think the Girls meet Pearl gives you a little more "sparkling" finish than the latter. Since I prefer a more natural glow, Watts Up is more appropriate for me
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
sanzhimao
(Syracuse, Ny)
answer 3
Girl Meets Pearl is pinkish and more of a cream, whereas this is a stick application and has a champagne tint to it. I've got very fair skin and find that this works better for me.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
bffysummer
(Bozeman, MT)
answer 4
Girl Meets Pearl is for all over your face and adds a soft pearly sparkle to your skin. Watt's Up is a highlighter so it goes only on spots you want to highlight (commonly this is cheekbones or brow) and it is a different shimmer and look than the Girl Meets Pearl. I would recommend buying this rather than Girl Meets Pearl because you will get more use out of this product.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
girly115
(New York, NY)
answer 5
Don't know
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
cmcorna
(Pittsburgh, PA)
answer 6
Girl Meets Pearls liquid, and it is also a predominantly pinker shade (think of High Beam with a bit more pink.) Watts Up is champagne in color (how it looks in the picture) and glides on in a natural shade, with the same glow High Beam offered but less colored (more neutral) and since it is a cream stick, it is easier to control, and a little goes a long way.
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
anon86
(fort collins, co)
Question
eyelids?
I am looking for a product to give that kind of 'glossy lid' look you see on models in magazines--will this work?
asked 1 year, 6 months ago
smokeyeyes
(Leechburg, PA)
on Watt's Up!
6 answers
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answer 1
Absolutely this will work!
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
kjking
(Oklahoma)
answer 2
Yes, the color is very pretty and the product can be layered for a thicker, more pigmented look.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
leslieshaffer3
(Albany, NY)
answer 3
This isn't glossy. I've used it on eyes, but it just looks and applies like a nicer cream shadow and "dries" to a powdery consistency. This would look great layer under a little clear lip gloss for a glossy eye look.
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
charelldana
(New Orleans, LA)
answer 4
As silly as this may sound, my friend taught me to use clear lip gloss for the glossy eyelid look.

As for using this product, it won't give you a glossy look at all. All it will do is give you a dewy look.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
senyua
answer 5
If you put down a decent primer first, otherwise it will be a bit crease-y.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
hurricanestreets
(San Diego, CA)
answer 6
I haven't tried it on my entire lid yet, but I imagine it would be glossy. It may take a few swipes and minimal blending.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
adele66
(Huntington Beach, CA)
Question
Can this be applied over foundation and powder?
I'm honestly knew to using highlighters but REALLY want to use them and I guess I need a better understanding of the logistics. Do you put this stuff on over your foundation and under your powder or over everything when it is done?
asked 2 months, 3 weeks ago
femmearcane
(Houston,TX)
on Watt's Up!
6 answers
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answer 1
I put mine over everything just because my powder would cancel the affects but if you put too much on you can lightly add powder over it to minimize it.
answered 1 month ago
MarrBlake
(Colorado Springs, CO)
answer 2
It can be applied over all of your make-up (and powder) or underneath it. I apply on top of everything so nothing dulls the sheen. I apply on cheek bone and brow bone areas. It really is a nice addition to my make-up collection. I am new to using highlighters as well.
answered 1 month, 2 weeks ago
typer
(Augusta, GA)
answer 3
Absolutely! I wear it over a liquid foundation, and it blends perfectly. This product not only looks great in person, but photographs really well!
answered 1 month, 4 weeks ago
prettyinpale
answer 4
I apply this product after my foundation/powder/bronzer.
answered 1 month, 4 weeks ago
kat2927
(St Louis, MO)
answer 5
Yes! It can be used alone or as the final touch to makeup to highlight areas the light naturally touches--cheek bones, brow bones, bridge of nose and top of lip.
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
audii1409
answer 6
I put it on after I powdered to set my foundation, did my bronzer and blush too, so everything was powder except for this and it went on great. I think it would go on great in any order you put it on.
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
BROD2
(Canoga Park, CA)
Question
does this product have sparkles ? because i hate sparkles
asked 2 months, 3 weeks ago
beauttybarbie
(Ontario Mississauga)
on Watt's Up!
6 answers
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answer 1
No definitely no sprinkles I use it only in the middle of my eyebrows down my nose and I love it .. !!! :-)
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
lachata
(Oklahoma city)
answer 2
I don't notice any sparkles. A nice, soft shimmer, yes, but no big glitter particles
answered 2 months ago
ellejbee
(Vancouver, BC)
answer 3
No sparkles. It is more subtle than that. I don't like sparkles either. This product gives a highlight that is more natural looking and the product can be blended for a natural look.
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
jhch
(Fall City)
answer 4
No
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
bande
(Anaheim, CA)
answer 5
No sparkles. This isn't like those bronzers or shimmer powders at all. This gives a very soft focus glow :)
answered 2 months, 2 weeks ago
audii1409
answer 6
Hi Beauttybarbie- It has a fine luminous sheen to it without large amount of glitter.
Sephora Staff
Expert Answer
answered 2 months, 3 weeks ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
Question
I don't understand the purpose of this?
Is this supposed to act like a concealer, and how do you apply it? Also do you apply it to your whole face, and I have acne has this caused any breakouts?
asked 1 month, 3 weeks ago
erinic
(Iowa)
on Watt's Up!
6 answers
Answers
answer 1
This is meant to add a glowing dewy affect to the face. It is NOT a concealer. you simply slide the product on your cheek bones, top of your nose, and chin and forehead if desired. It has not made me break out but everyone is different
answered 1 month ago
MarrBlake
(Colorado Springs, CO)
answer 2
Highlighters typically are applied to give your face a glow. It's not a concealer, you apply it to places on your face that light naturally hits such as brow bone and upper cheek bones. I usually make a arc on my upper cheekbones. I go along the cheekbone then slightly arc up at my temples and lightly blend it.
answered 1 month, 1 week ago
bonniescot
(NY, NY)
answer 3
No, I would not consider it a concealer. When applied to your cheek bone and brow bone area, it simply gives a nice sheen. You could apply it anywhere on your face, but its mainly for areas that you would like to brighten. Has caused no break-outs for me.
answered 1 month, 2 weeks ago
typer
(Augusta, GA)
answer 4
No, I would not use it in place of a concealer. Instead, this product can be used along with a bronzer or blush in order to help contour the grooves on your face. I like to apply it to the bridge of my nose and a little on my browbone, in addition to my cheeks on top of my blush in order to give my face some extra shadowing and contouring. You can use some of the product underneath your eyes to brighten that area up, but it does not replace what a concealer's job should do. Hope this helps!
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
jaym
(New York, NY)
answer 5
it is a beautiful highlighter...i put it on the high points of my cheekbones, and the high points of my upper outer brow area for highlighting effect, after i apply my foundation or bb cream, but before i apply mineral veil powder to set it all..so, foundation, then this in the areas you want a highlight color, then the powder...beautiful results!!!
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
kritterrn
(struthers, OH)
answer 6
this is a highlighter, you use it on places you want to highlight on your face. not all over the face. it is NOT a concealer. google how to contour/highlight for some tips.
answered 1 month, 3 weeks ago
wildhoney
(NJ)
Question
What's up v. Girl meets pearl?
There are sooo many highlighters! What are the differences between, what's up, girl meets pearl, high beam, moon beam, and whatever else i'm missing!
asked 1 year, 8 months ago
daughterjudy
(San Francisco, CA)
on Watt's Up!
6 answers
Answers
answer 1
Girl Meets pearl hands down!!!
answered 1 year, 5 months ago
heart21
(Edina, MN)
answer 2
Cannot comment, no experience
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
cmcorna
(Pittsburgh, PA)
answer 3
High and Moon Beam are liquid and have that nail-polish applicator. Watts Up is a cream stick that blends to be a powder (or just blends and is no longer creamy/easily rubbed off). Watts Up is definitely a more neutral champagne shade, making it perfect for all skin tones (High Beam is more for lighter tones, Moon Beam is for olive/darker tones). Believe the hype. Watts Up is fantastic!
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
anon86
(fort collins, co)
answer 4
its great because it makes your skin totally not oily or greasy
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
krazykitty1202
(frankfort,il)
answer 5
I own them all. lol :) and here is the break down:
Moonbeam iridescent pink glow great for med to darker skin tones
Highbeam white pink glow most prominent great for night time
Girl meets pearl very subtle golden pink glow
Watt's Up is now my favorite of all. I like that it is in stick form and gives a soft champagne glow. I like to apply this on top of my make up and the others that are liquids are good to mix in with your moisturizers or foundations. hth
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
Melissa
(Brooklyn, NY)
answer 6
Benefit's site has some good resources answering this question:
http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/brand/beautyschool/productcomparisons/2
or here's a video about their highlighters:
http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/brand/beautyschool/videos/detail/wattsuptroy
answered 1 year, 8 months ago
hkdizzle
(San Francisco, CA)
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