Showing posts with label Facemask. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Facemask. Show all posts
Hello beauties, this is gonna be the last review of the Peter Thomas Roth Skinstant Mask Set, and it's about the ever-so-famous Cucumber Gel Mask. I know that a lot of you beauty junkies have already tried it and loved it, but I have some mixed opinions about this one and let me just be completely honest here with you all: I will not repurchase it. 
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I actually bought the whole set because of this mask. As I said before I have heard so much about this mask and I just have to see what the fuss was all about, and the verdict: not worth the hype and the money! Surprisingly, the Pumpkin Enzyme Mask and the Rose Stem Cell one are the hits for me. I will definitely be repurchasing the Pumpkin one because it is just a good skin in a jar, probably not the Rose one but I do like it. Click the links above to see the full deets of these two if you are interested. 


Back to the Cucumber Mask, this one is claimed as an "extreme detoxifying hydrator", and the gel helps to soothe, hydrate, and detoxify dry, irritated skin with botanical extracts of cucumber, papaya, chamomile, pineapple, sugar maple, sugarcane, orange, lemon, bilberry and aloe. Now that to me is a pretty big statement, and frankly I really don't know about all that. It does hydrate yes, but that's about it. It feels pretty refreshing and soothing, sinks in fast, by the time I get to my chin the product on my forehead is already absorbed so that's cool. I do like the fact that it is packed with all the fruit and veggie ingredients but do bear in mind that it has parabens in it, so if you are someone who is against that then this is definitely not for you. 


This mask is apparently created for treating under eye puffiness as well, but I suggest you NEVER EVER put this stuff even near your eye contour areas because it will sting your eye balls out. OMG I put a thin layer under my eyes last week for, you know "reducing the puffiness" but it just burnt and stinged my eyes so bad (and I don't even have sensitive eyes) to the point that tears came out, my eyes were so red and I had to remove the mask immediately. I am not happy about this and I say no one should ever use this as an under eye mask. Just don't! 


The good news is that you can sleep in with this mask if you put a thin layer on, although I wouldn't do it just because I don't like overnight masks because of the stickiness. I don't like to get it all over my pillow but if that is not an issue for you then be my guest. 

Left: freshly applied   Right: all sinked in after seconds

So the verdict: not worth the hype, certainly not the money, and definitely not a repurchase for me. My John Masters Organic hydrating mask is way better, just FYI if you need a recommendation for a good hydrating mask. 

That's it guys, that's my thoughts on the Cucumber Mask by Peter Thomas Roth. If you wanna know how I think of the other two masks in the set then click the links above. Let me know which one is your fav by commenting or tweeting/instagramming @eflicciardello. I actually bought the whole set because of the cucumber one but sadly it is the most disappointing one. Anyways let me know what you think of it cuz I certainly was not impressed. 

Have a lovely day and see you soon! xoxo


Continue with my Peter Thomas Roth Mask Set, and today let's talk about the Rose Stem Cell Bio-Repair Gel Mask. Hope you like it. 


I think Peter himself likes to create gel textured masks because all 3 of them are gel based and they are all pretty lovely I gotta say. I'll link my review of the pumpkin mask here if you haven't seen it already. 


This rose scented mask is basically an anti-aging mask that is infused with 4 different rose extracts and 5 rose stem cells in a cooling, rejuvenating gel to help stimulate skin's cell turnover for younger looking complexion. 

If you like me and like rose scented products then this is for you. I can smell the rose in there distinctly, very natural though and not overly strong. It actually reminds me of gummy bear candy but rose flavoured if that exists. Is that weird? I really like the scent if you can't tell already! 


I can't give you my words on the "anti-aging" part but it does makes my skin appear smoother which I'm pretty pleased. It also hydrates my skin and once the gel dries which takes only a minute by the way, it acts like a barrier on the skin so the moisture cannot escape and really stays in. I honestly have nothing else to say about this mask apart from it is hydrating, makes my skin soft to the touch, smoother and fresh looking so if you are after any of these things then I say give this a go. 

Another thing I like about this mask is that it does feel cooling once it's on. It would be a great mask to use in the summer and even better if you leave it in the fridge. On a side note, I really enjoy the fact that it is pink, just feels very girly and pretty. 

It can be purchased at cultbeauty as well as beautybay if you live in Europe or anywhere really, and Sephora if you are US based. 


A little tip here for ya: leave this mask on for as long as you can, I just find it works better this way, at least for me. I think it can be used as an overnight mask as well because of the texture. This mask absorbs really quickly so don't forget to apply a generous amount on your skin because if you apply a thin layer it will be absorbed within a minute if that! It is suggested to use 2 or 3 times a week but I think you can use it as often as you need because it is so gentle, but again don't quote me because my skin is pretty normal most of the time and I don't get irritated easily with products. 

That's it guys. Short and sweet this one. I haven't tried the cucumber one yet but once I do I will report back of course. Thank you so much for reading and see you in a couple of days! Muahh! 

@eflicciardello 

You guys all know how much I'm obsessed with the Glamglow Youthmud TingleExfoliate Treatment Mask. It is hands down the best exfoliating mask I've ever tried... But I think I just found something that is equally as good and effective, should I call it the "dupe" of the GlamGlow one? Because it basically does the same thing and costs pretty much the same but you get 5 times more product than you would with the GlamGlow. Intrigued? Hear me out!


There we go: Pumpkin Enzyme Mask by Peter Thomas Roth. I got it in a kit awhile back and it contains three of Peter's best selling masks. I was gonna do a blogpost on all three in once but I have a lot to say about each and every one of them so today is just gonna be about this one but reviews of the other 2 are coming up. 

(This is the kit I got which contains 3 masks. Each of them has 50ml/1.7 fl oz of product. Unfortunately it is sold out as it is limited edition but you can purchase them separately and I just found out that Sephora now carried another of this set but in travel sizes so make sure to check it out  if you are interested.)

First of all, this stuff smells incredible, like cakes, just makes me wanna eat it. The colour of the actual product is like pumpkin colour but has a bit brown in it, like when pumpkins being left for a while. However, I don't feel like this has the pumpkin scent to be honest but that being said it is still delightful to use. 

(It has a jelly kind of texture which is very interesting.)

What makes this product special is that it exfoliates your skin in 3 ways: 
  • exfoliates with pumpkin enzyme
  • peels with alpha hydroxy acid
  • and polishes with aluminum oxide

This stuff in my opinion is very powerful as far as exfoliating goes, and that is why it is so effective in treating dull, ageing, and congested skin. It doesn't tingle like the Youthmud from GlamGlow but I can feel it is working. It's hard to describe the feeling but you can just tell it's doing its job. 

It contains both chemical peel ingredients as well as the actual exfoliating beads, but the beads are super duper tiny and fine which doesn't irritate my skin at all. If you have been following my blog  for a while you'll know that I'm not a fan of beads exfoliators because they are just to harsh for someone like me with a sensitive skin, and that's why I was a little sceptical at the beginning. But it is without a doubt one of the best exfoliating masks I have ever tried, like the GlamGlow one, just makes my skin feeling not just soft, but baby's bum soft, even, and youthful. 


2 things to note: 
  1. if you are sensitive to enzymes or any kinds of acids I would recommend trying a little at the back of your ears first as I mentioned before this is a pretty powerful exfoliating mask, but if you are fine with the GlamGlow mask then I think you're be ok, but again it is always a good idea to test it before because everyone is different. 
  2. please apply your sun screen before going out if you use this the night before because AHA may increase skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. 
(The little white dots are the actual beads. See how tiny they are!)

It is recommended to use 1 or 2 times a week. Apply a thin layer on the skin but remember to avoid the eye area, then wet your finger tips and gently massage in a circular motion to exfoliate. Leave it on for about 3-7 minutes then rinse off. Remember it is very important that you do not leave this on  for over 10 minutes because it might be too much for your skin especially for the first time. 

That's it, that's everything I have to say. Seriously guys, try it if you like the GlamGlow Youthmud mask, I think you'll really enjoy this one too but with a cheaper price. This mask can be purchased at Sephora USA, unfortunately I cannot find this mask at cultbeauty nor beautybay despite the fact that they both carry Peter Thomas Roth products. I have no idea why...

Thank you beauties! xoxo
@eflicciardello 
Hi beauties, happy Thursday! Today I want to talk about some sheet masks that I got from my recent Memebox orders as well as some that I have ordered from eBay , two are for the face and one is actually for the eyes. I have always wanted to try some Korean sheet masks as they are without a doubt the best in the world. The Koreans definitely know what they are doing when it comes to skincare. 

If you don’t already know, sheet masks are facial masks that are made of cotton sheets and are usually soaked in nourishing serum or essence if you will. They don't require rinse-off, you just leave them on for certain amount of time (usually between 15-20 minutes but I personally like to unwind with them for at least half an hour) then peel them off and pad in any residue with your fingers so that the skin can absorb all the goodness. 



Let’s talk about the face mask from my Memebox Superbox #35 which is Fermented Cosmetics 2. This is called Galactomyces Wrinkle Care Essence Mask by the brand Dermahouse ($2 in this box but $14 if you order separately). I, to be honest, have never heard of this particular brand before but I decided to give it try anyway and I’m glad I did because it is lovely. I left it on for about half an hour and it made my skin feeling super soft and hydrated. I don't know about the “wrinkle” part but it is a lovely hydrating sheet mask from what I can tell. It smells quite pleasant, has some sort of herbal scent in it, not over powdering at all. 


It contains hyaluronic acid and vitamin C to brighten and hydrate the skin as well as portulaca extract, aloe vera gel which, as we all know are great ingredients for soothing the skin and keeping it healthy looking. It also has some sort of anti-aging ingredients such as collagen, levan extracts and some vegetable plant extract that are fermented to really work deep into the skin and keep it healthy, plumped and youthful. Unfortunately I only got one but I guess if I continue using it I might be able to see some “anti-aging" result.


Moving onto the eye mask that I got from the same Memebox. It’s called Panda Eye Essence Mask ($3). I actually got 3 and have already used all of them. Unfortunately they are exclusive to this box and cannot be purchased separately. Again they are made of cotton and soaked in a rather hydrating essence. This eye mask has a very strong almost medicine like scent which I don't really care for but it does go away a little once the essence is absorbed. 


(This is after both the Panda eye mask and Dermahouse face mask. You see my face is very moisturised and plumped, and under eyes appear smoother and definitely brightened kind of looking like I put concealer on right?!!!)

It is made from pure vitamin C, E, and various fermented components such as honey, beans, mistletoe, licorice and bacillus which are supposed to brighten and treat fine lines and wrinkles as well as supply moisture for the delicate eye area. I do like this mask, and I can tell you right now that after half an hour, my eyes appear brighter and the annoying line that is under my right eye is definitely less visible, but do keep in mind that it does sting if you got some of that essence in your eyes. 

Last but certainly not least is the Red Ginseng Sheet Mask that I got off eBay from an Korean seller. They are shipped directly from South Korea and they are written both in English and korean on the packaging which I really appreciate. 


This is again a very lovely mask if you have dull and dehydrated skin. It just really moisturises and brightens the complexion. It contains red ginseng extract which is commonly used in Korean skincare products for hydrating the skin. 

(Healthy looking complexion, no redness, even toned and hydrated.)

I got a pack of 8 and it only cost me around 8 euros including shipping which is an amazing value for money. I'll link the eBay seller if you are interested but bear in mind that this mask does contain paraben and perfume so if you are sensitive you might want to test it out first.

I hope this post is helping you some way if you are thinking of getting some Korean sheet masks to try. To be honest I haven't come across any Korean masks that I don't like so I think you'll be all right, but again I have pretty normal skin so if you have extremely sensitive skin then I suggest to sample a little of the serum or essence at the back of your ear first and if no irritation occurs then I think you're good to go.  Thank you so much for reading guys and see you all next time! 

Question: what are your favourite Korean sheet masks? 

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I love when beauty companies do sets because I like trying different products from different brands but sometimes I just don't know what to get so when those handy sets come in filled with some best selling products of certain brands, I jump right in with no hesitation because it is a great way to try some of the things from whatever brand you are interested in, and they are normal quite economical as well. 


I have one set here to show you today and it is from Pai Skincare. Now Pai is well-known as their natural organic skincare products especially the Rosehip line, so when I saw this little Rosehip set that Pai brings out every Christmas I couldn't be happier. Bear in mind that this is a limited edition set but Pai does bring back every Christmas so if you like the things I'm about to show you then get it next Christmas. FYI: beauty bay.com still has some left and it is currently on sale so hurry if you are interested. 


This set comes beautifully packaged with this gorgeous box which makes it an ideal present, and there are 3 products inside, they are the ever-so-famous Rosehip BioRegenerate Oil (30ml), Rosehip BioRegenerate Rapid Radiance Mask (75ml and limited edition), and an organic Muslin Facial Cloth. 

Now I have been wanting to try the oil for the longest time and I'm so glad I finally got it. I have to warn you though because it smells real funky. When I first applied I almost gaged because it is that strong. It smells very earthy, mediciney like some sort of herbs but very natural from what I can tell which I actually prefer than those synthetic perfume smells. I have been using it every single night as the last step of my skincare routine and to be honest the smell doesn't brother me anymore, it is not bad at all actually. So I guess what I'm trying to say is that don't give up because of the smell as it is an beautiful oil. 


It applies so smoothly, very hydrating and nourishing. It does brighten up my complexion and I really like how my face looks and feels when I wake up in the morning. It is not too greasy and absorbs fast! I think all skin types can benefit from this oil but dry skin will really enjoy it. I haven't noticed anything about lightening up pigmentation or blemish marks because I have only been using it for like a month but rosehip is known for treating pigmentation so I'll definitely keep using it and report back.

I mean you just can't go wrong with a good Rosehip oil and this particular one is all natural and some of the ingredients are actually organic plus Pai doesn't test on animals. It's a win win for me. I honestly don't know much about Rosehip oils but I do know that the darker the colour the better quality of the oil you'll get, and this one is pretty nice coloured. It's a must have if you ask me! Highly recommend. 


Now the limited edition mask... It smells exactly like the oil but lighter, comes out like a yellow-ish cream but actually feels like a gel cream, very light in texture and goes on smooth. This stuff is so unbelievably moisturising and I just love how my skin feels afterwards. You can leave it on for like 10 minutes then rinse off or sleep in it like an overnight mask. This mask is more like a pre-party pamper for me. I like to put this on before applying my makeup. I wish Pai sells this separately because it is fabulous and I think everyone would love it as it just feels so good and very soothing to the skin as well. 

(before and after)

All in all this is a GORGEOUS skincare set and I can't recommend it enough except the muslin cloth. It is way too harsh, feels so scratchy on my skin and my face looks and feels RAW afterwards. I mean RAW! So no thank you to the cloth!


There you have it guys, this is such a great skincare set and love love the oil and the mask, great value for money as well and I feel like I need to pick up another set as a back-up. But like I said Pai brings back every Christmas so don't feel bad if you can't get your hands on now. 

Don't forget to follow  as well as Twitter and Instagram @eflicciardello. Thank you so much for the support and see you all on Friday!

Have you tried anything from Pai before? Any recommendations? 

Hi beauties, I hope you all had a great weekend. Today I am bring a review to you and if you are a mask junkie like I am then keep reading it! 


I had already showed you this mask kit on my "Feelunique Haul". This is basically a sheet mask for both face and eyes. I love sheet masks because they are easy to use, no need to rinse and very good for our skin as they are soaked with serums. My favorite sheet mask has to be the brightening ones from l'occitane but the only place to get them is the on air duty free from certain airlines so I have to find alternatives. I came across this kit from feelunique and I am in love with it! 



It contains a face mask and a pair of eye patch for placing under the eyes. It also comes with a coupon of £5 off for the next purchase which is pretty awesome. Now it says "anti wrinkle" and I have to agree with it because I noticed that my expression lines around my mouth are much lighter after the first use. I mean much much lighter. I can barely see them. In addition, I have an obvious line under my right eye which I just hate that is also much lighter. I am really happy about the result. The fact that I can see improvement of my skin even after just one use makes me wanna keep purchasing it.

I actually scared my daughter so note: do it when you are alone. Haha


Like I said before sheet masks are very easy to use and this one is no exception. All you have to do is peel off the plastic sheet on one side and place it on your face. Same goes for the eye mask. Remember don't peel off both plastic sheets as one of them is meant to keep the moisture and all that good ingredients in your skin. 

Now you wanna do this when you have time on your hands because you do need to leave them on for at least 30 mins. 

I hope you can see that it makes my skin smooth, youthful and plumped. 

The difference between this kit and some other sheet masks I have tried before are actually very different as this one is not as wet. It's rather dry but it works wonders for my skin. It does have a strange smell to it but not in a bad way. Kinda like gas but good. Am i making sense? I can't describe it. Not a bad scent I guess I am trying to say! 


It says it contains all natural active botanical ingredients and no thickeners or chemicals are added which is really good. However, one thing I don't like about this kit is that it has PARABEN and I tend to avoid using skincare products that have PARABEN in them. 

I am really confused. I love this mask kit but the fact that it contains paraben really put me off. Although nobody can really prove that paraben causes cancer but I personally don't like putting that stuff on my face. But that being said this is really an awesome product because it works. It actually works. Ahh! I really need to think it through. To buy or not?! I need help! 

Hey beauties, happy Thursday! Today I am going to review the Color Control Skintone Perfecter Mask by the brand called Herborist. 


I don't think a lot of you have heard about this particular skincare brand. It is a Chinese skincare brand that is so popular and it's now sold worldwide. The good thing about this brand is that the ingredients are pretty much all natural and all of their products are infused with Chinese herbs that are beneficial to our skin. Now a little disclaimer: this is a PR sample that was provided by the lovely sales representative of Herborist Europe Davide at my local Sephora so thank you Davide. But as usual all my opinions are 100% honest and I will not review anything if I don't like it. That's for sure! 

Ok now onto the actual mask. It comes in this beautiful glass jar that I think it will look absolutely stunning in your skincare cabinet. Ohh and don't throw away the jar after you have done with the mask because you can definitely put stuff in there such as cotton pads right?! It cost €39 for 260g of product which I think it's a pretty good deal considering you only need a euro size amount for each use. NOTE: It is called the Whitening Revitalizing Mask for the rest of the world only in Europe it's called Color Control Skintone Perfecter Mask. They are same with different names just FYI. 


I like the fact that this is a cream, a white cream. It's almost like you putting on a night cream rather than a mask you know. 

I have used this mask every night for the past a couple of weeks and I really do like it for only one reason. It brightens my skin like nobody else's business. If you are after a brightening mask then look no further. This is the one for you. 

(Top: washed off the mask after 15mins; Bottom: without the mask. I hope you can see the difference) 

I like using this mask after I spend a day at the beach because it just brightens my complexion so that I don't look too dark and dull. My skin is nice and even without the redness from the sun. Apparently it contains 7 different herbs that are really good for keeping our skin hydrated and looking youthful. It also contains pearl powders which are extremely effective in terms of brightening and evening out skintones. Ohh that explains it then!! It smells lovely too like some kind of herbs but not strong at all. Very pleasant. 

The only downside for me is that I have to dig my fingers in which is not very hygienic so I suggest getting a spoon or some sort of wooden stick to take out the product. Also do not put it too close to the eye area as it does make the eyes watery a bit. 

The sales representative Davide told me to use it twice a week and leave it on for about 10-15 minutes but I use it every night because who doesn't love a bright face?! It doesn't irritate my skin at all so why not?! My tip to use this mask is that apply it 2 or 3 times a week but if you spend a day under the sun then it would be a good idea to use it every night. You'll see a big difference. No darkness, dullness or redness caused by the sun.

All in all this is a pretty good mask in my opinion especially for brightening and evening out my skintone. I would love to check out other products from Herborist in the future. I heard the Tai Chi Mask is really really good. I might have to try that. 


I am a mask junkie I admit. I enjoy trying different face masks, and I believe they are absolutely essential in our skincare routines. But finding "the right" one can be tricky sometimes because there are so many brands and types of face masks that we can choose from, and their benefits and effects vary depending on different skin types. Bare in mind that what works for me might not work you so I recommend go to a counter and ask for a sample just to try it before purchasing as it might not work for your skin type and let's face it some face masks are pricey and we don't want the money down the drain don't we?!

That's enough rambling and let's just get on with my current favorite face masks.

First up, GlamGlow Youthmud Tinglexfoliate Treatment. Aghhh there are no words for it. It's so gorgeous! I have finished the whole thing and just bought another one like 3 days ago. It's pricey I am not gonna lie but so worth it. If you are not sure about this mask then GlamGlow does the miniature version which you can get 5 uses out of it. I think that's pretty cool considering the full size jar costs 50€. But I will keep repurchasing it despite the high price tag, because it is simply gorgeous and make you glow as the name suggested.


It contains exfoliating beads that deeply cleans, makes your skin glowing the next day, and it smells divine so what's there not to like. Although it might not be suitable for those of you who have sensitive skin as it does have the actual exfoliating beads in it, but that being said I had no problem with it and I do have sensitive skin so try it first. I suggest to apply a face toner before applying this mask the first a couple of times because the tingling sensation is rather strong and it feels slightly uncomfortable in a way, but once you are used to it then there's no need for applying a toner before hands. If you are someone that is used to chemical exfoliators then you will get on well with this mask.

I have nothing bad to say about this mask honestly, although GlamGlow should've crushed the green tea leaves instead of leaving them in the jar as they are. They are too big and they remain in the sink after washing off. That's just what I think!

Next up is Supermud Clearing Treatment from the same brand GlamGlow. Can you tell that I like GlamGlow? This is a recent purchase and I am already obsessed.


Unlike the Youthmud this one doesn't have the actual exfoliating beads but it does have some bits in it that deeply cleans the skin without the harsh scrubbing. Therefore it is perfect for those who have sensitive skin. It draws impurities and junks out of the skin and leaves it smooth, soft and squeaky clean afterwards. It smells very minty and feels cooling on the skin. So lovely! It costs the same as the Youthmud so choose the one that suits you the best!

It is pretty hard when it comes to finding a good hydrating face mask in my opinion, because there are so many of them in the market and sometimes you just don't know which one to choose so pretty confusing I guess. However I have found "the perfect" hydrating mask that I think you guys would like it too so without further ado I present Calendula Hydrating & Toning Mask by John Masters Organics.


I am not gonna ramble too much about this mask because I had done a full blogpost on it so make sure you check it out. I'll link it right . This mask hydrates and soothes the skin which I think are the most important things when choosing a good hydrating mask. That's it. And you should now that most of the ingredients in it are organic. Can't go wrong with it to be honest.

Before I go on to my next favorite I should let you know that I have pretty normal skin with a slight sensitivity to it, I do get fairly oily on my T zone in the summer time, and I do have some odd hormone blemishes every now and then so having a good effective blemish control mask is fairly important to me.


This Chamomile Concentrate Anti-Blemish Masque by Aesop is pretty amazing. I have been using it for the past a couple of months and I can see the difference on my skin after each use. Well have a read on this blogpost which I did like a couple of months ago if you would like more info on this mask. But basically it makes my spots less red and even cancels the little ones, which I think it's pretty darn amazing. It won't completely let the blemishes go away but controls them pretty well so they won't get any bigger. I use it once a week and now it's part of my skincare regime. I really like it.


Next up is the Signature Mineral Mask by MV Organic Skincare. I got it from CultBeauty. In my opinion everybody needs a good clay based mask because clay's so good for the skin. This particular one is made from 100% sun dried French clay and it dries real quick on the skin and draws out impurities from deep within. I am gonna save my breath on this one as I have a full blogpost dedicated to this lovely mask, just .

Last but not least is the Wild Rose Instant Brightening Mask from Korres. It only comes in this tiny little tube which contains 16ml (0.54fl Oz.) of product. It's pretty small I have to say but I really like it. I pretty much finished it as you can see here, and I will pick up another one just so you know because I like it that much. It smells rather strong but good scent, however if you are someone who is sensitive to scent then you might not like this one.


The funny thing is that I didn't notice there's any brightening effect after to be honest but that being said I like it because it leaves my skin really soft and fresh, just a nice feeling. I don't know how to explain it but I just like it. You know that sometimes something you really like but don't know the reasons behind it, that's it with this mask. I can't tell you why but I like it. Opps hope it helps.

There you have it, my current favorite face masks which I use at least once a week on all of them. You might think it's too much but I am a mask junkie like I said before. What can I say?