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  • 29p Gel Mask From Home Bargains, Any Good?

    I love skincare, but I don’t have the time to indulge in it the way I used to. My life is full of to do lists, so skin and body care needs to be done easily, relatively quickly and can be slotted into my routine without really noticing it. So when I found a mask in Home Bargains that seemed quick, easy and cheap, I had to try it out! So how did Que Bella’s 1% Hyaluronic Acid Gel Mask perform at a cost of 29p?

    29p face mask in Home Bargains
    What does this mask supposed to do?

    This mask is designed to help skin that is lined, wrinkled and dry. Suitable for all skin types, but should make the skin look and feel smoother, softer, moisturised and healthier.

    Packaging

    Que Bella’s 1% Hyaluronic Acid Gel Mask comes in a sachet. Very basic in look, is supposed to be easy to open and use (rip in corner allows mask to be poured out). What I like about how this is packaged is it’s perfect for a one time use. Easy to travel with because of size and is flat, and doesn’t scream a certain age or sex with how it looks.

    Consistency & texture

    This mask is clear, gel like but quite fluid. Not particularly thick but easy to apply and not too runny.

    How to use

    Apply to clean skin. Either leave on or rinse off.

    In use

    I put the sachet in the fridge for extra cooling. Pouring it out of the sachet was more trouble than what it was worth. It didn’t pour, it needed to be teased and pushed out of the sachet. So much easier for it to rip open or cut like any other sachet packaging.

    There was plenty of mask for one if not two applications. Very easy to spread onto the skin. Very cooling and not too heavy. I could tell there was something on my face, and to look at it my skin it looked shiny. But overall the mask felt very comfortable on.

    I didn’t rinse this off, I left it on overnight. The following morning I washed my face as usual. Although I could tell there was something on my face it was easy and quick to wash off. Skin afterwards didn’t feel dry. Looked as it normally does, felt reasonably fresh. I didn’t feel this mask performed amazingly but didn’t perform badly either. It was just ok. No changes I could see, for the good or the bad, but was a few minutes of pampering.

    Recommended?

    It’s a very basic formulation for a mask. I don’t think anyone would be wowed by this, but for a super cheap little skin treat it could be worse. It could be bright red and smell of synthetic strawberries and make you itch! For most people this will be absolutely fine. If you’re wanting a brand new face and amazing results, don’t buy this. If you want no fuss, no frills pampering, give it a go!

  • Revolution Skincare London’s Calming Overnight Face Mask

    Have you ever found your skincare products have stopped working? No longer providing you with the results you had before? If my skincare routine isn’t as effective as it usually is I adjust it rather than completely change it. Slipping a new product into my routine can make a difference instead of buying a whole regime. Using a skincare mask for me is an easy addition to help my skin when it just needs something extra and a little gentle help. That’s why I’ve recently added Revolution Skincare London‘s Calming Overnight Face Mask to my routine to see if it would help. Has it?

    Revolution Skincare London’s Calming Overnight Face Mask
    Why did I buy this?

    A few months ago I bought this face mask with the matching cleansing oil and moisturiser. My skin felt a little run down and thought this could be a good range to use if and when needed. I have zero energy or drive to mess about with different lotions and potions, and thought this would be a good product to use quickly and easily and hope for results at the end of it all.

    What is this supposed to do?

    Revolution Skincare London’s Calming Overnight Face Mask is a face mask you apply at night to leave on while you sleep. It’s light weight in texture, and designed to soothe the skin, relax it and help it get back to normal.

    Packaging

    50ml of mask comes in a small dark glass pot, with screw top lid. The pink and white label on the pot makes it stand out and the look is mirrored with the cardboard box this pot comes in. Very clean and simple in look.

    Fragrance

    Identical to the cleansing oil. I actually forgot how much I liked the fragrance! This has a little floral sweetness to it, but still remains quite clean in scent and inoffensive.

    Consistency & texture

    This is light weight. It’s white in colour and although doesn’t look it in the jar, is quite loose in consistency. When you rub it in it does so super quickly. No hard work needed.

    How to use

    Apply onto clean skin. Leave on over night. Use 2 to 3 times a week.

    On the skin

    I used this after I cleansed and exfoliated, so my skin was clean. I applied a thin layer of this onto my skin, and noticed it sank in straight away. Skin looked matt once absorbed and not shiny. It didn’t feel heavy, and once applied it felt as if t could easily have been a normal day cream. And then I went to bed!

    The morning after the night before

    I won’t lie I was a little disappointed. I was hoping my skin would at least feel or/and look dewy and hydrated and it didn’t. Although I didn’t think it felt dry and tight, I also didn’t feel I had used any form of special treatment on the skin. My face looked and felt no different to before using this.

    Recommended?

    I loved the cleansing oil from this range and thought I would love this too but I don’t. I just don’t think this is the mask for me at the moment. My skin isn’t getting enough benefit using it and I will put this to one side and use another time. The only thing my skin is suffering from is being dehydrated ( I blame weather and masks! ) and tired. And for me I need something much more protective and moisturising, which this isn’t.

    So not my mask of choice right now, but for those who are experiencing skin that I would describe as playing up and having a mind of it’s own, I think this is more for you than me. But f your skin is dry, aged, lagging…this I don’t think will be your best choice. It just proves one side doesn’t fit all, but thankfully Revolution have a great variety of masks for various skin types so plenty to chose from.

    Normally this retails for £7.99, but at the time of writing this post direct from Superdrug, they have this on a 3 for 2 deal on some facial products. Or from Revolution direct it’s £5.60. And a quick heads up….Revolution have 25% off everything which ends 20th October 8am BST ( using code REV25 ) SO HAPPY SHOPPING! ( Check their FB page for details ).

    Visit Superdrug here Revoution Beauty here to order yours.

  • The Surprising Nails Inc Night Night Soothing Face Mask

    Nails Inc are a brand that are known for their nail polishes and nail/hand treatments. But did you know they also have their own skincare products, in the form of masks? I’ve had their Night Night Soothing Face Mask in my skincare stash for awhile and thought it was time to actually use it. So what is it like?

    Nails Inc Night Night Soothing Hydro Night Mask
    What is this supposed to do?

    This mask is designed to be used over night and gives the skin a fresher look and feel. It helps the skin to recover from stresses and pollutants it comes across during the day.

    Packaging

    The mask comes in a little pot which sits in a cardboard sleeve. The pot has a lid that pulls back so you can the use the mask.

    Texture & Consistency

    This is similar to in texture and consistency to a gel serum. White in colour, quite thick, smooth has a waxiness to it.

    Fragrance

    The scent of Night Night Soothing Face Mask is delicate but beautifully clean, floral with a slight sweetness to it. This smelt more like a body lotion than a facial product and I found it so enjoyable to smell.

    How to apply

    Onto clean skin, massage a thin layer of mask over the face. Leave on over night and cleanse as usual the following morning.

    In use

    You get 10 ml of product which is one application. I felt that was a lot of mask to put on my face so used only one third. This was enough to give me a thin layer over my face and neck. Easy to apply, very quick and clear with no colour on the skin. It felt as if I had applied a night cream onto the face because of it’s texture. To look at my skin it was obvious something was on it because there was a slight shine to it but didn’t look oily. The scent from the mask wasn’t obvious and perfect strength while on.

    I expected this to sink in after a few minutes which it didn’t. After accidentally touching my face a couple of hours after applying this, I found the feel of the mask still there.

    The morning after the night before

    My skin didn’t dramatically change when I woke up. But I did expect the mask to have sunk in, which surprisingly it didn’t…well not totally anyway! My face still felt as if there was something on it as there was a light waxiness to it. My skin wasn’t matt in look, it looked like I had face cream on it. It felt very nourished and treated.

    Recommended?

    100%! This is an easy and quick skincare face mask to use when you need your skin to be treated. Great scent, the mask provides protection and hydration, what more do you need? Perfect mask for the lazy skin care lover. Unfortunately, this mask is no longer available but Nails Inc have other skincare mask treats available here at various prices.

  • Beauty Kitchen’s Night Halo Potent Sleep Mask

    Anyone else feeling stressed and tired at the moment? I am! My body is holding up quite well, but not my face! To help it out I thought a face skincare mask might revive my dull, tired skin. I dragged out Beauty Kitchen‘s Night Halo Potent Sleep Mask that was gifted to me by a friend hoping this would be just what my skin needed.

    Why did I use this mask?

    I’ve heard of this brand before but never used any of it’s products. I love their ethos about using natural ingredients which made me interested in their products but never got the chance to purchase any. I was very curious to see how this skincare mask would perform so thought now was the perfect time to test it out.

    What is this supposed to do?

    This mask is designed to be used on the skin at night and go to sleep with it on! It’s supposed to detox the skin, nourish it and help to give it a well rested feel and look.

    Packaging

    This isn’t the full size of Night Halo Sleep Mask but more a travel/mini size. 6 ml of product came in a small screw top lidded tin which is reusable. The tin itself is housed in plastic casing so instructions, ingredients and how to use are visible.

    Beauty Kitchen Night Halo Sleep Mask
    How does it look?

    I got excited when I took the lid off this for the first time. I LOVE texture! And I love rich textures such as butters and balms. When I saw this mask glistening in its pot, it reminded me very much of balms I’ve used in the past from high end beauty companies and brands. If you haven’t tried or seen balms before, think of a clear potted lip balm and that will give you an idea on how it looks. Not coloured as such but not transparent either, with a natural shine to it.

    Fragrance

    Anything like this in my opinion, unless made for those who are super sensitive to fragrance ( even natural ones ) needs a fragrance. Why? Its a treatment and should involve as many senses as possible that will help you to relax, especially before bed time. So this scent is a little surprising as I thought it would smell like lavender which it doesn’t. There’s a subtle zest to it, but I wouldn’t go as far as to say citrus is the strong, zesty way. Pleasant, easy to breathe in and won’t offend anyone scent wise.

    In use

    I used this as suggested at night time, after a very VERY long bath. I exfoliated first so that this mask wouldn’t be wasted on dead, dry skin cells. Then I popped a thin layer over my whole face, avoiding the eyes, down my neck and stopped above the bust. Very easy to apply with a small amount going along way. My skin didn’t appear greasy or shiny, but did have the smallest amount of sheen to it. This literally melted between the fingertips and went into the face just as easy. Fragrance was pleasant and quite relaxing and not too strong considering this mask was sitting on my skin for literally hours.

    The day after the night before

    Despite getting up at 4.30am the next day, and being very tired, I decided to brave it and glance at myself in the mirror. What was obvious to me was that my skin already showed signs of improvement. My skin looked and felt smoother with a much more even look texture wise. I looked much more rested than what I was. I wouldn’t call it a facelift, more a fresher appearance.

    Any surprises?

    I thought this teeny pot would only provide one treatment, but I’ve used this at least 3 times and its still quite full. A little does go along way and although you can buy the full sized version, this is an ideal try me size and perfect to travel with.

    Recommended?

    Yes! Goodness I LOVE this product! Its quick, easy to apply and going to sleep with this on is perfect for the lazy side of me. The fact this makes you look more human when you wake up is ideal when already tired. Packed full of natural ingredients such as shea butter, sweet almond and bitter orange oil, this really is a gorgeous product that works!

    This comes in a variety of sizes and can be bought direct from the Beauty Kitchen or Holland and Barratt for £17.50 for the full size of 60ml.