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The Face Shop Vita C Hydro Gel Mask Sheet Review

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The Face Shop Vita C Hydro Gel Mask Sheet Review

Guest Post by Dev

Hello Everyone,

Do you find it pesky to mix up a face mask then carefully apply it over your face and finally wash it off without wetting your dress? Well, I do- I am not a great fan of DIY masks on weekdays when things are in a hurry and a gal gets minimum time for skincare. So, when I saw that the famous Korean beauty brand The Face Shop had a new store at Fairview Mall here in Toronto, I didn’t waste much time and got some nice mask sheets. The Face Shop store usually has some or other promotion going on and Korean products are easy enough to buy online from.

About the product:

Price: $2 CAD [may vary based on sales and location]

Directions and Ingredients:


Packaging: This is a plastic package with 1 single mask sheet inside. I like that they have added a lot of details on the packaging – it has detailed instructions on how to use, ingredients and Expiry date as well. 

My Experience

There is a lot of liquid inside the package so, be careful when you open it because I ended up having some spilled on my dress. The mask is pretty much like a normal face mask except that instead of the usual cloth-soaked-in-essence, this is a thin porous plastic sheet with the essence over it as a thick gel coating. 

There was kind of plastic film on both sides that prevented the gel essence from disintegrating; after removing it, I placed it like any normal masks. The difference I noticed was that, because of the gel texture, it had a good grip on my skin- normally after keeping a mask sheet on, I cannot sit up or stand up as the mask may fall off but with this one, it stayed fast to a point. 

I said ‘to a point’ because the gel coating starts getting absorbed to your skin and after 10 mins I could start the mask slowly coming off from areas where the gel essence had absorbed into my skin. After 20+mins, all the gel essence had completely absorbed and all that remained was the dry porous sheet. 

After removing the mask, I massaged my skin very lightly very lightly with the remaining essence from the package. I immediately noticed how soft and smooth my skin felt. When I checked in the mirror, I felt that my skin looked – well, younger, like what it was in my late teens and 20s –firm & smooth, not dry and a bit saggy around the eye & nose area. Also, the lines around my mouth and the usual sagging skin around my eyes were also gone [not forever, sadly]. 

The effect lasted for almost 2 days and people at my office asked me what facial/cream I used that I am having a nice ‘glow’- so I am superbly happy about that.


Pros:
1. Easy to use face mask as no hassle with applying and then washing – I even a 5min-mask sheet at office when I have bad skin days 
2. Gel essence coating gives the mask more grip 
3. Superb hydrating effect – gives skin a smooth look
4. No irritation, no strong scent 
5. Good facial for tired skins for just $2

Cons:
1. Availability in India – but since Korean beauty products are easily available online [I buy from Yesstyle or Cosmetic-love] with free shipping, I am not sure if availability is a concern

Overall: I just got some extra Vita C, also bought some other variants which I will review soon.  I feel that Korean masks are much better performing that any other Western brands, so check these out for your next international shopping.

About Dev: Dev is a Canada based beauty blogger..and blogs at http://thatmakeuplady.blogspot.in/. Do check out her blog for US based brands’ reviews..she has lots of them…

Editor’s Note: Nice review..I love these instant sheet masks..I have tried a few..Neutrogena and b.liv ones..

Have you tried the The Face Shop Vita C Hydro Gel Mask Sheet ?

b.liv Leach Me Moisturising Mask Review

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b.liv Leach Me Moisturising Mask Review

What the Company claims: A 3-in-1 hydrating mask, Leach Me moisturizes your skin, prevents signs of aging from appearing and restores your healthy glow. Bursting with natural fruity ingredients, this mask quickly penetrates your skin to nourishes it. Your lines will refine, your dryness will vanish, and the mirror will reveal a beaming face once again!


For all skin types, especially for dry, dehydrated skin (all ages).

Benefits:
• Long term deep moisturizing
• Retains & replenishes moisture
• Age prevention
• Anti-oxidant & anti-bacterial
• Lightening & whitening effect

MRP: 32$ for 7 pcs

Ingredients: Purified Water (Aqua), 1, 3 – Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Sodium PCA (Sodium 1-Pyrrolidonecarboxylate Solution), Propylene Glycol, Lemon (Citrus medica limonum) Fruit Extract, Sour Milk (Lactic Acid), Mandelic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan, Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) Flower Extract, Algae Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Hyaluronate, Co-enzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone), Hydrogenated Egg Yolk Phosphlipids, Acerola (Malpighia punicifolia) Fruit Extract, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Lecithin, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Fragrance, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, BHA (Salicylic Acid), Diazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Phenoxyethanol, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Sulisobenzone (Benzophenone-4).

How to use:

1. Use Leach Me 2 to 3 times weekly, after cleanser.
2. Remove protective sheet and place mask evenly on whole face for 20 to 30 minutes.
3. Remove the mask and gently massage excess serum into the skin.
4. Gently pat dry.
5. Use the product immediately after opening.

It has separate sheets inside..

This is like a normal sheet mask..I have used Neutrogena Fine Fairness one before..and this looks similar. Since this is meant for hydrating and moisturising the skin..it does exactly that..at first skin feels soothed and gives a cooling effect..I generally keep the mask for 20-25 minutes..and blend in the excess serum later..coz it keeps deeply soaked in lots of essence..and nothing is to be used on the skin later..as it still gets absorbed into the skin..

Each mask is separately wrapped in plastic on the inside too..

Skin feels soft and smooth and completely hydrated..and the effect stays even the next day.

Pros:

1. Does what it claims..super hydrating.
2. Makes skin soft, smooth and supple.
3. This is like pampering your skin..and your skin would surely love it.
4. Skin feels brighter and the effect stays a day or two.
5. The Fruits Acid Complex and Acerola Fruit Extract are beneficial for the skin.

Cons:

1. Availability is an issue..only available online. You can buy it here
2. Expensive.
3. Has parabens.
4. Effect is short lived.

Overall I like such pampering sessions once a while..and on occasions..as the effect stays a say or two. If you have dry skin, you would love it all the more..recommend it for dry skin.

They have other masks too..for every skin type and problem..do check them out.

Rating:

Quality: 3.5/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: I don’t really require Leach Me as I am not dry skinned..but yes the other masks..

P.S: PR Sample. Honest review

Neutrogena Fine Fairness Mask Review

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Neutrogena Fine Fairness Deep Whitening Mask Review


What the Company claims: Prep your skin with Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask in just 15 minutes and get visibly clear, radiant and fair skin. With its 8 Actions of Fairness, the mask soaks your skin in concentrated fairness essence, and immediately lightens skin tone. It continuously lightens melanin beneath skin layers to give you lasting, glowing fairness. Upgraded Neutrogena Healthy White Complex with White lily Extract penetrates deeply into skin, lightens dark spots, reduces skin dullness and improves uneven skin tone for fair and glowing skin. Its dermatologist safety-tested formula is safe for all skin types and it doesn’t clog pores. Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask instantly deep moisturizes your skin making it look renewed and refreshed with every use.


Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask has a new 3D Push-in Fabric that fits the skin comfortably, helps skin absorb 3 times more essence, to help lighten dark spots and deliver immediate whitening effect. Even after the mask is removed, a reservoir of essence works beneath the skin layers to continuously lighten skin.

Now no more tedious, hour long treatments at the parlour and no more dull looking skin. Get clear and glowing skin with Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask and make heads turn this season!

PRICE: Introductory price- Rs. 99/- per sheet

Ingredients:


Directions for use:


It also comes in a pack of 5 at Rs. 400/-. Each sheet comes in a separate pack in it. Its a white fennel cloth with cuttings for the eyes and mouth and covers exactly only the face.

Its totally soaked in ‘essence’ and in a lot of it ! This I feel is very travel friendly and as available separately too..quite convenient too..and I guess would be easily available everywhere including the
pharmacies..so in case even if you are on a holiday and have tanned or need a quick fix..you can use this.


This does lighten the skin a bit..not something drastically different…it would help remove your tan. Gives an effect like a light bleach..that is just on the skin..not the hair.




It does tingle a bit..so I am not sure how it would fare for sensitive skin..but it does not harm the skin..the only issue is the effect is temporary or just for a few hours.

Pros:

1. Travel friendly.
2. Does have a lot of essence.
3. Lightens the skin and marks a little and helps in removing tan.
4. At Rs. 99/- its not very expensive.
5. You just need 15 minutes..not very time consuming or messy.
6. Easily available.

Cons:

1. Might not suit sensitive skin.
2. Has parabens.
3. Temporary effect.

Overall its a decent mask..the only thing is the effect is temporary and it does have a lot of things in the ingredient list including parabens which I am not too sure of..

You can also try using cotton masks with toners, softeners, etc at home..Japan’s leading beauty expert, Chizu Saeki recommends using such masks..also which are hydrating..in her book THE JAPANESE SKINCARE REVOLUTION..see this video..


Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: May be

You can buy it HERE

Have you tried the Neutrogena Masks ? Or any other masks ? Do you like using them ?