Benefit at Debenhams knows how to get makeup working to maximum effect, masterfully applying strokes and subtle daubs of colour. The class will focus on the tricky but much coveted smokey eye shadow effect. A trained makeup artist will pick a model to demonstrate on, giving simple stepbystep instructions. Students will then  replicate the look on themselves, and can take notes on a face date sheet for future reference.  Class times O’Connell Street MonWed 11am and 4pm ThuFri 11am, 2pm, 6pm Sat 10am and midday Sun midday and 2pm Groupon takes a closer look at Benefit and its inventive offerings. What’s the story behind Benefit? The famed cosmetics company was started by twin sisters Jane and Jane Ford in the 1970s. Their first San Francisco makeup boutique charmed visitors with its playful, candy store style, and has since been replicated in stores across the world. What keeps staff busy? Benefit boasts a generous range of makeup products, all appearing in fun, colourful packaging. People can discover items including foundations, blushes, lip colour and a range of specially created fragrances. Where are the Benefit stores? In their own boutiques and brow bars, as well as in Debenhams department stores including several in cities across Ireland. Why Debenhams? The wellestablished chain was established in 1778 and today owns 240 stores in 28 countries. Debenhams offers a range of ownbrand lines and international names including Ted Baker, Jenny Packham and Matthew Williamson.