fredag den 30. juni 2017

Holika Holika Juicy Mask Sheet Aloe



This is the third mask from this line that I've tried and just like the other two (Blueberry and Honey), this really impressed me! I used it after coloring my eyebrows so my skin was irritated and in desperate need for some soothing.

Noticeable ingredients
Sodium Hyaluronate (moisturizing), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (skin conditioning), Cucumber Extract (moisturizing) and Allantoin (soothing).

It doesn't contain paraben, silicon or coloring. However, alcohol is pretty far up the ingredients list.

Full ingredients list:

Claims
"Mask sheet containing aloe juice for keeping skin moisturized".

The mask


When I opened the pouch and took out the mask, it was easy to unfold.
The sheet material was pretty average - like normal sheet material. It didn't break easily.

Essence
The sheet was soaked in clear, thin essence.
There was so much essence that it was dripping when I unfolded the mask and it ran down my neck while I was wearing the mask.

Smell
The essence had a pleasant smell. It was nice and fresh - not too strong or overwhelming. The smell was barely noticeable while the mask was on.

Fit
The fit was actually great. There were slits to adjust the mask for a better fit and since the mask didn't break easily, it was easy to adjust. Both the holes for the eyes and the hole for the mouth were big enough.
Once the mask was on, it adhered well to my skin and it stayed in its place the whole time I was wearing it.

Time
According to the back of the pouch you should keep the mask on for 15-20 minutes. I left it on for half an hour and it was still wet when I took it off.

While wearing the mask, it didn't irritate my skin or feel uncomfortable at all. It had a nice cooling effect.

Results
After taking the sheet off, the leftover essence on my skin absorbed quickly.
It left my skin feeling non-sticky, soothed and hydrating. My skin looked plump and my eyebrows were no longer itchy.
It didn't make my t-zone look oily which makes it perfect for AM routines too.

Would I recommend this?
YES! I think it will fit all skintypes and it will be perfect to use on sunburned or irritated skin to sooth.

Price
This costs about $1-2 (USD) depending on where you buy it so it's inexpensive.

Repurchase?
OH YES!

Rating
5/5

Innisfree It's Real Squeeze Mask Cucumber


I've used this mask three times now and I've enjoyed it every time.

Noticeable ingredients
Grapefruit Extract (antioxidant), Cucumber Juice (moisturizer, anti-inflammatory) and Sodium Hyaluronate (moisturizer).

Full ingredients list


Claims
"The sheet mask with moisture from fresh squeezed cucumbers provides abundant moisture to dry skin".

The mask



 When I opened the pouch and took out the mask, it was easy to unfold.
The sheet material was a little thicker than average but I still felt like my skin could breath.

Essence
The essence was clear and thin and there was plenty of it. It was dripping while I was unfolding the mask and it ran down my neck while I was wearing the mask.
There was a lot of essence left in the pouch.

Smell
The smell was fresh and nice - just like cucumber. Even though the smell was noticeable while the mask was on, I didn't find it overwhelming.

Fit
The fit was nice. The were slits to improve the fit - one on each side of the cheeks and at the holes to the eyes. The sheet material didn't break easily so it was easy to adjust the mask.

Time
According to the back of the pouch, you should wear the mask for 10-20 minutes. I left it on for half an hour and it was still damp when I took it off.

While wearing the mask it didn't irritate my skin or feel uncomfortable at all. It had a nice cooling effect - perfect for irritated skin.

Results
When I took of the sheet, there was a lot of essence left on my skin. After about 20 minutes, it was fully absorbed.
It left my skin oily looking but that went away after a while.
This mask was soothing and hydrating. I used it after exfoliating my skin and it really did a good job when it comes to calming my slightly irritated skin - just what it needed.

Would I recommend it?
I will definetely recommend this mask. I think it will fit all skintypes due to how lightweight and soothing it is. The only thing I would like to improve about this mask is how long it takes before my skin absorbs the essence.

Price
This mask costs about $1-1.50 (USD) so it's a very budget friendly mask.

Rating
4/5




Tonymoly Master Lab Caviar



Noticeable ingredients:
Caviar Extract (nourishing), Allantoin (anti-inflammatory, soothing) and Peppermint Leaf Extract (skin conditioning).

Full ingredients list:

Claims:
"This Master Lab mask provides rich nourishment to skin".

The mask


When I opened the pouch and took out the sheet, it was easy to unfold.
The sheet material was thin but it didn't break easily.

Essence
The sheet was soaked in clear, thin essence.
Even though there was a lot of essence, it didn't run down my neck while I was wearing the mask.

Smell
The essence had a strong smell. It's difficult to explain - you could smell the alcohol a bit but it was more like a sour smell. It wasn't pleasant but luckily, it was barely noticeable while the mask was on.

Fit
The fit was not good. There weren't any slits to adjust the fit and the holes for the mouth and the eyes were too small.
However, once the mask was on, it stayed in its place the whole time I was wearing it.

Time
According to the back of the pouch, you should leave the mask on for 10-20 minutes. I left it on for half an hour and it was still damp when I took it off.

While wearing the mask, it didn't irritate my skin or feel uncomfortable at all.

Results
When I took the sheet off, the remaining essence on my skin absorbed after 10-15 minutes.
My skin looked less dull but besides that, I didn't see any results. My skin didn't feel nourished or moisturized at all.

Would I recommend it?
It didn't work for my skin but every ones skin is different so it might work for other people but due to the fit and the unpleasant smell, I would not recommend it.

Price
I bought three of these and paid $5 (USD).

Repurchase?
I will not repurchase this. I gave my husband the other two masks (I bought three). According to him, all sheet masks are the same so hopefully, he'll like it better than I did.

Rating
1/5

The Face Shop Real Nature Goji Berry


Noticeable ingredients
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract (antioxidant), Trehalose (moisturizer), Sodium Hyaluronate (moisturizer) and Allantoin (anti-inflammatory, soothing).

It does contain a significant amount of alcohol but it didn't irritate my skin.

Full ingredients list:

Claims:
"The mask sheet drenched in serum with ultra nourishing Goji Berry gives flaky, dehydrated skin a surge of moisture".

The mask




When I opened the pouch and took out the mask, it wasn't easy to unfold due to the amount of essence it was drenched in.
The sheet material was medium thick and it didn't break easily.

Essence
The essence was milky and relatively thin.
There was so much essence that it was running down my neck while I was wearing the mask.
There was some essence left in the pouch.

Smell
It had a strong fruity but perfumed smell. It was noticeable while I was wearing the mask and it was honestly too much for my taste.

Fit
The fit was okay. There were plenty of slits - both at the forehead, the chin, the cheeks and the eyes.
Once the mask was on, it adhered well to my skin and it stayed in its place the whole time I was wearing it.

Time
According to the back of the pouch, you should wear the mask for 10-15 minutes. I was wearing the mask for 25 minutes before it started to dry.

While wearing the mask, it didn't irritate my skin or feel uncomfortable at all. However, the strong smell did bother me.

Results
The remaining essence on my skin was absorbed within a few minutes.
It left my skin feeling moisturized and it had a nice, dewy glow. My skintone was evened out a little.

Would I recommend it?
It's not a life changing mask but it is a good mask for the price. I think it will fit all skintypes but sensitive skin / sensitive noses might get irritated by the strong smell.

Price
I bought a packet of 10 masks - one of each from this line - and paid $11.42 (USD) so it's inexpensive.

Repurchase?
I've already repurchased it because it was on sale and I was having a week moment but once I've used those, I will not buy it again - the strong scent annoys me too much.

Rating
4/5

torsdag den 29. juni 2017

Etude House 0.2 Therapy Air Mask Hyaluronic Acid


I love sheet masks from this line and this mask is definitely no exception. The whole line passed the sensitive panel test and non of them contains fragrance - the scents are all from natural essence oils.

Noticeable ingredients:
Licorice Root Extract (anti-inflammatory), Green Tea Leaf Extract (antioxidant), Sodium Hyaluronate (moisturizing), Tea Tree Leaf Oil (antioxidant) and ceramide (moisturizing).

As you can see on the full ingredients list below, this mask is 7 free: Imidazolidinyl Urea, Polyacrymide, Triethanolamine, Mineral Oil, Silicon Oil, Pigment and Fragrance.

Full ingredients list:


Claims:
"The mask containing Hyaluronic Acid with excellent moisture-retaining function makes skin smooth and moisturized by providing intensive moisture to skin.

The mask


When I opened the pouch and took out the mask, I found it a bit difficult to unfold the sheet since the material was so thin as you can see on the picture. 

The essence
The sheet was soaked in clear, thin essence. There was plenty of essence left in the packaging after taking out the sheet. I poured it over in a small plastic container to use another time.

Smell
The essence had a nice smell - kind of citrus-y, nothing overwhelming. The smell was barely noticeable while the mask was on.

Fit
The mask had a nice fit except around the mouth - the hole was a bit too small. On the rest of my face it fitted nicely and adhered well to my skin.
It stayed in its place the whole time I was wearing the mask.

Time
On the package, it says to leave the mask on for 10-20 minutes. I left it on for half an hour. I could easily have left it on longer since it hadn't started to dry yet.

While wearing the mask, it didn't irritate my skin or feel uncomfortable at all.

Results
After about five minutes the remaining essence on my skin was absorbed.
My skin felt hydrated, it was super soft and non-sticky. It looked plump and it had a nice glow.

I'm really impressed by how hydrating and moisturizing this mask is without feeling heavy.

Would I recommend it?
I will definetely recommend this sheet mask for all skin types. My dry and slightly sensitive skin loves it and this is my go-to whenever I feel like my skin needs some hydration.

Price
This mask costs $4 (USD) for a set with three (jolse.com) so it's a very budget friendly mask.

Repurchase?
YES! I no longer have count on how many times I've repurchased this mask and I will keep repurchasing it.

Rating
5/5

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