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Bliss Mask-a-Peel*

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So it’s more than fair to say that I’ve got something of a fascination with Korean skincare. I’ve been collecting sheet masks for the past year or so and slap one on at least once a week. I’m obviously not the only one – Bliss have just released their take on the rubberising mask (which the currently the mask that’s taking Asian skincare by storm!)

Rather than being packaged in your typical tube or tub, Mask a-‘peel’ comes in the form of three little pots, which look like they should have a yoghurt inside. There is also a branded spatula included, which is crucial in getting your mask assembled!

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Mixing up the mask couldn’t be easier. After cleansing my skin, I filled one of the little pots with mineral water  (the pots have a little indentation to show you where to fill it, and you don’t need to use distilled water but it’s a lovely treat) and got stirring. The mask is just a finely milled powder, so once water is added, it’s easy to stir it into a super smooth paste. Once it has turned smooth, it’s time to slap it on. Bliss recommend applying the mask using the spatula, but I found it a touch messy. Fingers are fine – and there is a lot of mask to play with!

Since you’re going to be peeling it off, it’s meant to be layered up, but I had more than enough to apply all over my face, neck and décolletage with some left over. Then, I had twenty minutes to kill while the mask dried. Since it can be a bit goopy and messy, I found it easier to just grab a magazine and hop in the bath. After about 15 minutes, the mask was mostly set, and it was fully dry after 20. Since you apply it thickly, it’s incredibly easy to peel off, and it came off in pretty much a single go! My skin felt soft and smooth, and looked far brighter. I followed up with a good dose of moisturiser and applied my makeup as normal. I felt like I needed less foundation and concealer than normal, and it lasted without touchups all day!

Bliss Mask a-‘Peel’ is priced at £20 and is available here (UK) and here (US)

Su-Man Facial Glow Rejuvenating Mask*

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If you know me, you know that Sunday evenings are face-mask night. It’s been something I’ve done since I was at school, and I look at it as a way to really relax prepare for the week ahead. After hitting the gym, I come home, run myself a bath, grab a book and slap on a clay mask. Then, once that’s hardened, I slough it off and then pop on a sheet mask. I’ve been given a sneak peek at Su-Man’s brand new Facial Glow Rejuvenating Face Masks, and I have to say, it’s a good one!

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Su-Man are releasing the masks exclusively at Selfridges on July 1st, and if you’re something of a sheet mask fiend, you have to order yourself a box of these! Like all sheet masks I’ve tried, Su-Man’s offering comes packaged in individual packets which you just tear open when you’re in the mood for a little pampering. The mask itself is inside, soaked in a generous 30ml of serum. Unlike most sheet masks I’ve tried, Su-Man’s is a bit of a monster – it’s made up of three layers (one gel layer in between two mesh), but you just use the gel layer on your face; it’s super lightweight, and it adheres better than others I’ve tried. It’s also quite large, meaning that it really will cover every inch of your face, and I think even the chaps can use this one! I tend to keep my sheet masks in the fridge, so it’s wonderfully cooling on the skin, and my face just drinks the formula up! Even the morning after the mask, my skin feels so moisturised, soft and smooth!

Su-Man’s Facial Glow Rejuvenating Face Masks will be available exclusively from Selfridges from July 11th.

Temple Spa Power Breakfast Scrub and Mask*

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When it comes to products which multitask, I’m a fan. They appeal to my lazy side, my neat and organised side, and they’re usually fun to boot! So, when I saw Temple Spa’s Power Breakfast I had to give it a shot!

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Taking inspiration from the ingredients which we should all be feasting on every morning, depending on how much time you’ve got, you can use the Power Breakfast as a one minute scrub, or a twenty minute mask. The formula is filled with great-for-skin ingredients including oats, honey, fruit and juice to gently dissolve dead skin cells, and polish and brighten skin.

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The Power Breakfast has a pleasingly gloopy consistency which really lends itself to the dual use. I’ve been using it a couple of times a week, and having been absolutely loving the results! During the week I tend to use it as a scrub – the oatmeal gives a gentle but thorough exfoliation, whilst at the weekend, I leave it on for around half an hour, letting my skin drink in all the goodness.

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Even though my skin can be very delicate, I absolutely love Power Breakfast. It’s perfect for clearing and decongesting skin, and leaving it with a really healthy, natural glow.

Power Breakfast is priced at £25 and is available here.

Glossybox January 2016*

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Each month, I get rather excited when the postman delivers my Glossybox. From the pretty pink boxes they come in, to the new brands they let me sample, each month is filled with lovely surprises (and who doesn’t like some new cosmetics each month? I also am loving the fact that Glossybox seem to be featuring a tonne of full sized items – there isn’t a single dinky tester this month, so it’s serious value for money!

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I feel like January’s box is pretty skincare-heavy, but since I’m sure that 99% of people have some sort of resolution to take better care of themselves, I can completely understand why. Unani’s a brand that I’ve never come across before. From my online digging, I’ve found out that it’s a Spanish family company which specialize in natural and organic ingredients. The Dermo Defense Face Mask has a light, gel-like texture which feels super calming and nourishing to apply. I’ve been popping it on after cleansing every couple of nights, as it’s designed to nourish sensitive skin whilst removing impurities.

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Another new-to-me brand is Madara, whose Cellular Repair Serum is included in this month’s box. I’ve not tried this one out yet (as I’m currently road testing another serum) but it’s designed to be anti-aging, which is always a good thing!

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This rather eye-catching gem is a Teez lipstick in Oasis Gem. It’s a full sized product, and is a perfect little pick-me-up if you’re looking for something a little brighter in all this wintry weather.

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Oasis Gem is a bright pink-toned coral which should flatter most skintones, and it’s a lovely change from my regular pinky-nude choices. Mine looks a little battered as the lipstick itself fell out of the tube when I twisted it up, but it’s fine to use as long as I’m gentle with it. It has a super smooth texture thanks to the coconut oil in the formula, which is perfect for winter-parched lips.

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Naobay’s Orange Juice Hand Cream is next up, and it’s a lovely full sized tube of juicy goodness! I can’t get enough handcream at the moment – I’m desperately trying to have nice looking hands and nails, but my addiction to hand sanitizer as well as the cold weather has my digits looking less than perfect. The cream has a lovely light orange fragrance which smells perfectly fresh and fruity without feeling overpowering, and the formula is packed with Shea Butter, Chamomile, and Aloe Vera extracts to soothe and heal skin.

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Last up is the very generously sized Glossybox eyeshadow in Mauve. It’s a full sized product, and it feels huge compared to my shadows from brands like MAC. It’s a stunning cool toned mauve which is easy to wear and really flatters my hazel eyes. For day I’ve been using the shadow dry, but you can use the shadow with a damp brush to achieve a more dramatic look.

Glossybox has certainly started the year strong – I absolutely loved the mix of skincare and makeup, and it’s nice nice to have some fresh products to add to my collection for 2016! Will you be subscribing?

Glossybox subscriptions are available here

Clarins Gentle Peeling Smooth Away Cream*

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Since Sunday evenings are my at-home spa nights, I thought a Monday morning would be the perfect time to share my newest skincare addition – Clarins’ Gentle Peeling Smooth Away Cream. Something of a mouthful of a title, but oh my, what a game changer!

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I should probably start this review with something of a disclaimer – even though I have, what at times, feels like the world’s most sensitive skin, I’m an avid exfoliator user. I’m not quite sure why, but if a cleanser has a grainy particle or two, I’m pretty much guaranteed to love it. Clarins’ Gentle Peeling Cream, is however, completely different.

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Rather than my usual scrubs which have rough and grainy textures, the Peeling Cream feels ridiculously rich, and creamy thanks to the natural clay in the formula, and it’s also got the prettiest sheen. To apply, I apply a thick-ish layer to freshly cleansed skin and leave on for a few minutes. The formula itself doesn’t completely dry, and instead of removing it with a clean flannel, like I normally would, I sweep my fingers upwards, rolling the formula off. It’s a slightly odd sensation, and completely different from anything I’m used to, but oh my! The Gentle Peeling leaves skin ridiculously soft – honestly, it’s like nothing I’ve ever felt before! Not only does my face feel incredible after using the cream, but it’s not red or irritated like it usually is after an exfoliation. Instead, it’s so, so soft, smooth and ready to go. I’m in love!

Clarins’ Gentle Peeling Smooth Away Cream is priced at £26.00 and is available here

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