The Face Shop - Pearl - Essential Mask Sheet

Now that the weather is warmer...I'm starting to use more of my sheet masks. I finally tried my first 'The Face Shop' sheet mask. I'm not sure the exact name of it but the package says Essential Mask Sheet, Pearl.   

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I've purchased this mask a while back in New York. I believe this cost me $2.

From The Face Shop website this mask is suppose to do:

1) Instant brightening & illuminating

2) Pearl is well known for it's amazing skin brightening function: brings an instant glow to the skin

3) Great for dull/pigmented skin

And like all sheet masks the instructions are all pretty much the same. 

This particular one says:

1) pull out sheet mask

2) unfold and place it on face

3) remove after 15-20 minutes and let it absorb into skin. 

One important step I think they left out is that you should always clean and tone skin before using sheet masks. 

So what's my impressions of this sheet mask?

I don't like it and I won't re-buy. 

First thing that hit me when opening the packet was the smell. OMG!!  It was soo strong. It was very heavily perfumed. Some kind of floral scent. It made me feel a little nauseous while using it. So if you're someone who's sensitive to smell you need to stay away from this sheet mask. 

The mask was also very thick. This usually doesn't bother me but for this particular mask it didn't stick to my face very well. Is it because of the material the used?  The sheet mask was pretty large so for people out there that has a larger facer like me than you don't have to worry it not fitting. 

There's not enough essence in one mask. This might also be the reason why it didn't stick to my face that well. 

I left the mask on for 15 minutes. Once the mask was removed I tried to message the essence into my skin. I noticed the mask left a very sticky film on my face. I waited for it to dry a little more and the film still remained. I do not like this feeling. Also there's no instant brightening or moisturizing effect. 

I was glad I did purchase this one mask to try. It wasn't worth the $2 but at lease I know not to buy again or to buy it in bulk. There's a couple more The Face Shop mask i still have in my stash. Hopefully those would be a huge disappointment like this one. 

What are some of your favorite sheets masks?  Let me know. I would love to continue to try more. 

Lush's Oatifix and Brazened Honey Fresh Face Mask

I usually don't do fresh face mask. The last time I've tried using them was also another project from Lush. It was called Brazened Honey. I didn't have a good experience with this mask because I ended up breaking up after using it.

Brazened Honey Description from Lush - Brazened Honey was inspired by traditional Indian ayurvedic principles, which put emphasis on balance as the foundation to health. Helen combined fresh free-range eggs and honey to soften, with astringent lime oil, antiseptic rosemary and exfoliating ground almonds. Kaolin reaches deep down into pores to pull out dirt and impurities, leaving your skin noticeably brighter and fresher. Our deepest cleansing mask, Brazened Honey is the perfect way to revive sluggish or congested skin.

You would smooth the mask over your entire face. Leave it on for about ten minutes. Than wash off the mask with warm water and follow with your daily facial routine. Sorry I've purchased this mask months ago so I don't have any pictures. All I can say is that it's not suitable for my skin (I have combination skin type) and the smell wasn't really pleasant either. I would not rebuy.

My sister recently purchased the Oatifix fresh face mask. I was hesitated to try because of my last experience with a Lush fresh face mask but since she insisted I gave it a try.

 

 

The mask was extremely thick. It was very hard to apply. Am I supposed to add water to this? Not only was it thick it was also kind of clumpy so applying it was also very messy. I did not mind the smell of this particular mask. This mask did not make me break out. It was very moisturizing.

Oatifix Fresh Face Mask Description - Soothing banana mask for dry skin - Few things are more soothing than a big bowl of banana porridge, all sweet and squishy. Did you know the same is true for your skin? Sensitive, dry or irritated faces love Oatifix for its calming oats, softening mashed banana and ground almonds to slough away flaky skin. Keep in mind that dry skin doesn’t just occur in the winter! The sun can be equally harsh, as UV rays penetrate the dermis and heat can leave you feeling tight and dry. Treat your face to our most moisturizing mask all year round, and follow up with a spritz of Breath of Fresh Air toner for seriously soothed skin.

There wasn't much like or dislike about this product. So since it wasn't that impressive I don't think I'll be going out and purchase this item. I prefer the clay masks or facial sheet masks more.

So anyone out there tried this product or any of Lush's fresh masks? How you guys like them? Let me know!

My Beauty Diary - Strawberry Yogurt Mask

Another week past and it's time to use a sheet mask again. I've been using a sheet mask every Sunday and so far it has been working out for me.

This Strawberry Yogurt Mask is from the My Beauty Diary line. It was purchase from the sasa website. The main reason for choosing this mask was because there was currently an extra 10% off on that particular product and I was also trying to test out other types of My Beauty Diary masks. A box comes with 10 sheets, each mask packaged separately.

Both the box and the packing was very cute. Strawberries everywhere. When I opened the package I could smell the strawberry scent. Oh my...I just love that smell. Sweet strawberries...kinda like the Strawberries Pocky sticks.
There's also a lot of essence in the package. The mask, like all of the My Beauty Diary Masks are very soft and thin. They fit perfectly and feels great against my skin. I used it for 30 minutes. Once I pulled off the mask, I noticed my face was very moisturized and my appearance had brighten up. I'm very happy with the results. I than rubbed the excess all over my neck, arms, and legs. Why waste it right? There was still so much essence left.

I would recommend this mask. And once I run out I will rebuy.

Description on sasa:
description
My Beauty Diary Strawberry Yogurt Mask whitens and refines skin and control excessive sebum secretion.
Natural strawberry extract contains AHA, minerals and enzyme to leave skin clean, fair and fresh. Yogurt extract balances sebum secretion and tightens pores. Arbutin leaves skin luminous.

It also helps enhance skin’s moisture level.

It is suitable for normal skin and combination skin.

how to use it
After cleansing and toning steps, tear off the package of the mask and gently place it on the face.
Leave on for about 20 – 30 minutes. Then remove the mask.
Massage the remains, if any, into the skin. Follow with normal skin care procedure.

country of origin
Taiwan

suitable for
normal skin / combination skin

So anyone else tried this mask? Please tell me how you all feel about it.