You don’t use it everyday like face wash or toothpaste but like your weekly at-home file and paint job, it’s a necessary part of your beauty regime. Why? It holds the key to revealing better skin. A mask can rejuvenate your complexion after a night of heavy partying; slough away dead skin and unclog pores from too much sunscreen/hormones/make-up (delete as applicable); or offer up a dewy look during the change of season in as little as three minutes. I've tried what's probably considered faaar too many masks in my time, and have rounded up my five favourites...
Estee Lauder Idealist Dual Action Refinishing Treatment (£36) - I use this twice a week and have done for about two years, it does an incredible job of keeping skin clear, pores small and prevents break outs. Its grainy texture warms up on contact with your skin so you can really feel it working.
Eve Lom Rescue Mask (£35) - With a fairly strong aroma reminiscent of Vick’s Vapour this isn’t exactly a treat, it’s more of a needs-must product. And if these needs include a cure for blotchy skin, clogged pores or full-on break outs then this is an essential addition to your regime. The instructions recommend the mask be left on for 15-20 minutes but I think it works just as well in ten. The mask feels cool and tingling against my skin, if not a tiny bit uncomfortable, but the sensation is more than worth it. My skin looked clearer and more even after one go, with regular use I have noticed fewer blemishes appearing. Pricey, but worth it.
Estee Lauder Hyrda-Complete Multi Level Moisture Gel Mask (£29) - This is a treat to use, the gel sinks into skin instantly with a cooling & plumping effect, leaving my face so soft and hydrated.
Caudalie Radiance Revealing Mask (£15) This is a brilliant and innovatively designed product. The tube had a brush at the end to apply the mask smoothly, ensuring a completely even coverage with no mess. The mask was soothing and left my skin feeling incredibly soft after 10 minutes. I saw a noticeable difference and my skin looked more radiant. I’m hooked.
Elemental Herbology Facial Glow Radiance Peel (£39) - This mask is luxuriously thick, has the added benefit of exfoliating granules and has a lovely creamy, fruity fragrance. Containing Manuka Honey, Papaya and Vitamin C this is the equivalent of a smoothie for your skin. It contains Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) to slough away any build-up of dead skin to leave your complexion dewy; the granules help lift and remove the dead skin that the AHAs have loosened when you come to remove the mask. When used reguarly, it really does wonders for the skin.
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