Hello everyone!
Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend! I recently tried the GlamGlow Bubble Sheet Oxygenating Deep Cleansing Mask. Phew, that’s a mouthful. I really like this mask and decided to do a video review about it. Check it out below and let me know what you think!
Hello everyone!
Today, I have a review on the Mario Badescu Drying Lotion. Recently, my skin has been breaking out on my cheeks. I had a couple cystic pimples and a couple regular ones. I was trying everything I knew, from going back to my Clinique 3 Step-System, which helped me in middle school, to toothpaste. Nothing was helping and they just kept coming back. So I decided to try out the drying lotion, which I’ve seen used quite a bit by Youtube beauty gurus.
The ingredients that make up this product are very unique. One of the ingredients is calamine and that might attribute for the color, which is pink. If you have itching or irritation, it will help soothe it. That’s why people use it for poison ivy, chicken pox, and other uncomfortable skin issues. Another important ingredient it has is sulfur. The sulfur helps the pore become unclogged by drying it up. The product also has camphor, which gives a nice cooling sensation. It also has salicylic acid, which is popular product in acne medication. It helps clear out pores, which prevents breakouts.
It is a spot treatment, that is to be used at night or on days when you’re only staying at home. The reason for this is that the product is very pink and obvious. The pink part is thick and almost sediment-like, and stays at the bottom of the bottle. But there is a yellow liquid (the camphor), that fills up the top half, and they are not meant to be shaken up. There are two different bottles, the glass one and the plastic one. In the plastic one, the top half may seem clear, but it’s not.
It has directions on how to use it on the back. All you have to do it dip a cotton swap all the way in, making sure to pick up the pink part, and just dab it onto your zits. This is to be done after you’ve cleansed and moisturized. The picture below is what it looks like after I’ve dabbed it on with a cotton swab.
It does have a scent, which I personally don’t mind. Since it’s only meant to be used at night, it doesn’t bother me. If you’re sensitive to smells, this has a strong sulfur/camphor type of smell. After I dab it onto my acne, I let it sit there for about fifteen minutes, before I go to sleep, so that it has time to dry and not rub off on my sheets. In the morning, the spot will still be there. Either wash it off with water, (which may take a little bit longer than usual), or exfoliate with a gentle cleanser. I prefer the latter method.
The pictures below are areas where my face had been breaking out, and what they look like now.
This was after eleven days of applying the drying lotion straight on my acne. I’m not wearing makeup in any of the photos. As you can see, it really helped calm it all down and lessen the redness. I was surprised after seeing my pictures side by side, how much it actually changed. Obviously, there are still spots that show where the acne was, but it doesn’t seem like dark spots. I’ve noticed them fading each day, so I’m not worried about it. I was impressed, especially with the pimple that was closest to my nose, because it was really large and inflamed. But after about the third day, I noticed it starting to going down and now it’s just a little blemish, fading away each day.
I highly recommend this product is you have mild acne breakouts. By that, I mean you have a couple pimples here and there, but they aren’t consistent and there all the time. Before I purchased it, I had looked up reviews for myself, and people had said they noticed a different after the first night. That didn’t happen to me, but I did notice a difference after the third day, which is still really good!
I don’t really see any negative about this product, except for the price. It is $17 at Ulta, which is quite pricey for 1 ounce. But, seeing as you only use a cotton swab and dab the product on, I think it will last a pretty long time, so it’s worth it. Another part of the products some people may not like is the smell, but like I said before, it’s only at night when you should use it, so no one but you will be smelling it. I think it’s worth it, seeing as it actually does work.
Let me know if you guys have tried this product out! Feel free to leave any comments or questions! Thanks for reading!
Hey guys!
There has been a lot of talk about color-correcting nowadays. I’ve been correcting my dark circles for a while. Sometimes I use red lipstick, which you can read about here. Other times, I use products specifically made for color-correcting. I’m still new to the other colors, besides peach and salmon. I wanted a palette where I could experiment without spending too much money and the NYX Color-Correcting Concealer palette has it all. Today, all I’m going to focus on is the green corrector.
The green helps to cancel out redness. It follows the color-wheel idea, where one color can cancel out another. You can read more about it here. My process is very simple. All I do is apply moisturizer and primer before I apply the corrector. I use my finger to dab the green onto the red areas of my face. Around my nose and cheeks are wear I apply it normally. Then, I apply dots to my pimples. It doesn’t completely fade them, but it tones the color down after you apply foundation or CC creams.
I did apply the salmon color of the palette on my dark circles, as well.
It does make quite a difference! In this particular palette, the green color is a good beginner color. The texture is quite creamy and blends easier. I want to look for something thicker, because I find this one sheer. It does work, but I want to see if a more pigmented one will help my skin look even better.
I hope this helped any of you who want to try color-correcting! Feel free to leave any questions or comments!
Thank you so much for reading!
Hello everyone!
I recently had success with treating my dark spots that I received from pimples I have popped. I know…gross, but that’s real life. Lesson: Try not to pop your zits. If you’re like me, sometimes you just can’t help it. But, because I have a dark and olive complexion, popping pimples almost always leaves a dark spot. I decided to find a treatment a couple months ago and it actually works! I wanted to share what helped my dark spots and hopefully it can help any of you guys who are facing the same problem.
Around the end of October, I had shared my first few experiences with the Annie’s Way Arbutin + Hyaluronic Acid Brightnening Jelly Mask. I had seen results the first couple times, which encouraged me to continue using it.
I’ve used the mask about eight times and these are the results. About two months and a couple weeks is the time span. Ignoring my super large pores, you can see that the top mark is gone! I was so happy seeing these pictures! The bottom one is still there, but has faded drastically! I used the mask usually every week and a half, sometimes every two weeks. I used it as a spot treatment on those marks too. Overall, I’m really happy with the outcome of the mask! I got it for $19.50 from Beauteque. I’m sure if you look for it on Amazon or something like that, you’ll be able to find it! Click here for my full review on the mask!
I hope this helps some of you! Feel free to comment or ask questions!
Thanks so much for reading!
Hello everyone!
I wanted to share my thoughts on the Annie’s Way: Arbutin + Hyaluronic Acid Brightening Jelly Mask. I had mentioned this in my Beauteque Mini-Haul. It says, “whitening, moisturizing, minimizes fine lines, leaves skin radiantly bright. Suitable for dark and dry skin”. It comes with a little spatula, which you’re supposed to use to put the product on your face.
The directions first want you to cleanse your face as you normally would. Then, use the spatula to put on the product, about .3 to .5 cm thick. Then, after 30 minutes, use the spatula to scoop the mask off.
The first thing I noticed about this mask, is that it stinks. I absolutely hate the smell, and I’m usually very tolerant with the smells of certain masks. This was definitely one of the worst I’ve smelled. So if you’re sensitive to that sort of thing, maybe this is not the right mask for you. It is very cooling to the skin, which is a nice feeling. I felt that “tightening” feeling, which is always good. I did have to use a lot of the product though. You get 250 ml of product, but it’s supposed to be layered to be about .3 cm- .5 cm thick, so I had to use a lot of it.
As you can see in the picture, the spatula is a good applicator, but you can’t really smooth the mask down. When I took the mask off though, I could see a difference! I didn’t put it all the way up to my hairline, and the part I missed was darker than the rest of my face. I’ve used the mask only a couple of times too, and to see a difference that fast is amazing. I’m using this to help my dark spots, and it’s been helping a lot. I’ll show you guys when they are as faded as they can get.
The only complaints I have about this mask are it’s smell and after you take it off. After I took it off, my skin was so dry! Around my lips, I had very obvious dry patches and my forehead had some too! I find it interesting the packaging says it’s suitable for dry skin, I feel like it would make it much worse. If you want to try this mask out, definitely keep a good moisturizer readily available to apply, as soon as you take it off. I paid $19.50 for this, from Beauteque.
Overall, I am going to continue using this mask. Even though it has a couple downsides, it does do the main thing it claims. I’ve been looking for something to help my dark spots for a long time, and this worked in a couple uses. If you want to check it out, you can find it on the Beauteque website here, or try Amazon.
Thanks so much for reading!
Hello everyone!
I apologize for not posting a lot lately, I’ve been really busy with classes and such. But it’s time for a new mask review!
I decided to try out the Esfolio: Gold Mask that I had received from my Mask Maven subscription.
This masks’ main ingredient is Colloidal Gold. It’s basically just tiny, nano-particles of gold. The mask says that the gold provides elasticity and purification for skin. It’s supposed to give skin a healthy glow.
I usually feel like the majority of sheet masks feel the same, but this one really impressed me. Usually, when you put a sheet mask on, you don’t feel anything really afterwards, maybe a cooling of the skin, but that’s it. With this one, I could feel my skin actually tightening. It’s hard to explain, but I felt it working. Also, the material of the mask is different from any other I’ve tried. It’s thicker and more cloth-like, while other masks feel more like paper. After you take off the mask, you’re supposed to rub in the remaining residue.
Overall, I highly recommend this mask! It definetely did what it said it would, promote elasticity and help your skin glow. I noticed my skin wasn’t its usual “dull” self after this mask.
Let me know what you guys think and what your favorite mask is!
Thanks so much for reading!
Happy Friday everyone!
Today, I’m so excited! My package from Beauteque came and I wanted to share it with you guys! For those of you who don’t know, Beauteque is a company that sells makeup and skincare items. The majority of them are Asian products, most of the ones I received are from Korea. Let’s face it guys, Korean products are probably the best. Have you seen their flawless, plump, skin?
I’ve been having some trouble with dark spots lately, and I know that treating them early is vital to getting rid of them. So, I browsed through Beauteque and found some products I thought would help.
First off, is the Cosrx Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Cleanser, which costs $12.00.
It’s supposed to reduce breakouts and promote clearer skin. According to its description, it cleans thoroughly, pores and all.
Next, is the Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel, which cost $16.00.
I bought this one because I wanted a moisturizer that would really help my skin, not just moisturize it. It not only moisturizes, but is supposed to prevent bacteria, stopping acne.
The one I’m most excited about is the Annie’s Way Arbutin + Hyaluronic Acid Brightening Jelly Mask, which was $19.50.
It’s so beautiful guys! It even comes with a spatula! I’ve been obsessed with this mask, because I’ve seen it a lot on Bubzbeauty’s youtube channel. When I saw it, I just had to get it. I’m hoping that this will help out a lot with my hyper-pigmentation. I’ll definitely let you guys know if it works!
Beauteque also sent me four skincare sample products, with my order.
Overall guys, I’m so happy with my purchase! I also love their shipping time. I ordered this Monday and received it Friday, which is pretty good. I didn’t even pay for shipping because my order was over $50.00. Let me know down below if you’ve tried any of these products!
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Happy Monday everyone!
I hope you’re all having a great start of the week! I wanted to share probably the coolest mask I’ve ever tried. It’s the SNP Beijing Opera Brightening Mask, which I received in one of my Mask Maven bags. Check out my video to see how awesome this mask looks!
SNP Beijing Opera Brightening Mask
This mask will forever be one of my favorite looking masks! I love the design that it had on it, and it made me feel like a very cool dragon/jabawacki! I even had a beard, it was great.
The mask says, “Brightening mask to restore dull and rough skin with radiant energy, delivering luminosity and softness.” You’re supposed have already cleaned your skin with your cleanser/toner. After you take off the mask, you just pat in the leftover residue and let it make your skin feel amazing.
Even though this mask is awesome to look at, I didn’t really feel that my skin got brighter. But, it did make my skin plump and soft, which is great!
I would definitely buy this mask again! Even though I didn’t get too many benefits, I just love the way it looks! If you need a Halloween costume, just wear this mask. You got a costume and you’re helping your skin, two birds with one stone!
I hope you guys enjoyed this and feel free to leave any questions/comments down below!
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Happy Sunday everyone!
Today, I wanted to share a new mask that I discovered at TJ Maxx! Yes, TJ Maxx! I’m obsessed with their skincare section. They have such a variety of different products and brands I’ve never heard of, you definitely need to check it out! The mask is by the brand Giovanni and it’s their D:Tox System Purifying Facial Mask. Check out my video for a review/demo below!
I absolutely love this mask! It’s cooling to the skin and it doesn’t really have a scent to it. I also really loved that when you put it on, it’s gray, but when it dries it’s a blue color. That lets you know exactly when it’s done. It also only takes twenty minutes!
The texture of the mask is like a moisturizing, type of clay. It’s very easy to put on and a little definitely goes a long way. After you wash the mask off, it makes your skin feel really clean. It has activated charcoal, volcanic ash, and super-antioxidants Acai, and Goji Berry. The activated charcoal and volcanic ash pull out the dirt and oil that’s on your face.
The mask works very well, but I would recommend using this one time a week. Since it does have specific ingredients that pulls everything off of your skin, it can get very drying if you use it more than once. After you wash it off, definitely use a moisturizer!
Overall, I’m in love with this mask! It’s amazing when you have oily/greasy/humid days! Keeps everything clean and smooth! Also, it’s only 5.99 at Tj Maxx! It’s inexpensive and efficient! Let me know in the comments if you’ve tried it!
Hope you guys enjoyed! Thanks for reading!
Happy Sunday Everyone!
Today I’m so excited to share my first ever Mask Maven unboxing! I was on the hunt for a subscription box that was all about skincare and then I happened upon this. So happy I did! The masks look so amazing! So without further ado, here’s what I got:
1. SNP Beijing Opera Brightening Sheet Mask
2. Urban Dollkiss Welcome to Korea Money Mask: Lifting-Up
3. Urban Dollkiss Welcome to Korea Money Mask: Moistfull
4. AngelLooka Ultra Moisturizing Foot Mask Pack
5. Holika Holika: Ceramide + Honey
6. Mediheal Black Eye Anti-Wrinkle Mask
7. Esfolio Milk Essence Mask Sheet
8. Esfolio Gold Mask – Gold Essence
9. Tony Moly I’m Real: Pomegranate
I’m so excited to try all of these! I think my favorite packaging is a tie between the Money Masks and the Milk Mask! So cute! I wanted to try different masks to improve my skin and I’m so glad I found Mask Maven!
Mask Maven is a subscription bag that is $15 for a month-to-month subscription. They have different prices if you decided to subscribe for 6 months or a year. They provide different types of masks, from facial masks to foot and eye masks! It’s amazing! From what I understand, all of their masks are from Asia, most are from Korea. I love that because Korea is known to produce the best skin care products. I’ll definitely do reviews on each of them and let you guys know how well they work! I love Mask Maven because you can actually buy some of these on their websites if you really like them! If you want to check it out, click here!
Let me know if you guys have tried this or what your favorite mask is!
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