Clarins The Mini Lip Hits Gift Set vs Benefit Beneville Blossoms Beauty Trio

These sets do different jobs, so the choice is about the look you want. The Clarins trio is lip care and lip color: three small lip products built around shea butter and nourishing oils, suited to dry lips and anyone who wants a soft, glossy finish. The Benefit trio is a full face in miniature: a full-size dewy gel-cream blush, a mini curling mascara and a mini clear brow gel, aimed at a fresh, wide-eyed look. On build, Clarins leans on skincare-style comfort while Benefit leans on color and hold, with the brow gel claiming up to 24 hours and the mascara up to 12.

• Choose the Clarins set if you want lip care and lip color in one small kit, or you have dry lips and prefer a soft, glossy finish.
• Choose the Benefit trio if you want cheek, lash and brow in one kit and prefer a dewy blush with a curling mascara and a strong-hold clear brow gel.