Queen Helene - Mint Julep Masque - Mask Review

This is the second post in the Masks series that I am doing on the blog.

if you haven't read the previous one, check it out here

What the product promises:
The original home treatment developed by a dermatologist that helps dry up acne pimples, rinse away blackheads and shrink enlarged pores. Simply apply to your face and neck. Within minutes, it firms and hardens, drawing out impurities from your pores. After the masque is removed, your skin will feel clean, refreshed and smooth. Even for individuals who are fortunately free of skin problems, this product is a refreshing facial treatment that helps relax tired muscles and ease tension lines on face and neck.

I've been using this mask for about 3 years now and it's still one of my favorite face masks.
I keep coming back to it and re-purchasing it over and over again.
You can apply this all over your face to help with acne problems or even if you're just want to pamper your skin and feel refreshed and glowing.

Directions of use:
Cleanse face and neck thoroughly. Apply masque generously and allow to dry for about 15 minutes. Leave on problem areas overnight, if desired. Remove with warm water and a wash cloth.

I use this mask once a month or as necessary. It's what I call a pampering mask. I don't use it for a specific skin issue I just love putting it on and enjoying a relaxing time at home. I will usually use it before a big event or at night when my skin is not at it's best condition or when I'm just stressed out.

This is an amazing clay mask for anyone but it really helps combat oily skin and helps achieve deeply cleansed complexion. also, if you are someone who is suffering from acne or breakouts you can even use it overnight as a pimple treatment just carefully apply it on using a cotton swab and wash away in the morning.

The scent is amazing smells minty and has a bit of a cooling affect when applied on. I apply a thick layer of it all over the face avoiding the eye area and leave it until it is completely dry (about 20 minutes).  It instantly absorbs excess oil, extracts impurities and helps minimize the appearance of pores.

Once washed off with warm water you will notice the difference immediately! The skin feels refreshed, squeaky clean, looks healthy and the pores more refined.

Super affordable can be purchased at any US drugstore for about 4$.
You can also find it online on iHerb

Pros:

• Not irritating.
• No Residue.
• Suitable for all skin types.
• Affordable.
• Smells Great.
• Leaves the skin refreshed and vital.

Cons:

• Contains Parabens. 

L'oreal Skin Perfection BB VS. CC - The Winner

and the winner is... THE BB!

about a week ago I mentioned in this post that I've got the new BB and CC cream from L'oreal and shared my first impressions from each product. 

After a full week of using both I think that the BB is better for my skin and needs.

I absolutely love the dewy look it leaves on my skin, It's so lightweight which makes it perfect for summer time.

It covers imperfections well enough for a BB and gives me an even skin tone.

It doesn't clog pores and gives a very natural look to the face, it blends into the skin evenly and effortlessly.

The scent is very subtle and doesn't irritate and it has SPF 25 which is a must for the summer time.

It's very hydrating and you can skip using an additional moisturizer.

The only downside is that it's available only in 2 shades: Fair & Medium. So not everyone can find their right shade.

L'oreal Skin Perfection - BB VS. CC - First Impressions

In our 20's and 30's the skin is still young but not always perfect. Stress, fatigue and an unbalanced lifestyle can affect our skin's quality causing irregularities to appear like imperfections, enlarged pores and an uneven skin texture. 

The skin perfection line has the correction skin effect that helps achieve an even skin tone and glow, and help to combat those imperfections. It's targeted for women between ages 25-35.

I've got two of their new products that finally arrived to Israel:  the BB Cream & the Perk-Up Cream (CC).

as with my previous post about the skin perfection moisturizer (Read Here) I'm going to split this post into two parts as well.

In this post I'll give you my first impressions from my first use of both products.

On the second post, within a week of regular use, I'm going to pick up my winner.

THE SKIN PERFECTION BB CREAM

what the product promises:

New Skin Perfection BB Cream, with SPF 25. The 5 in 1 Blemish Balm, helps protect the skin from premature skin ageing caused by UV rays.

The tinted lightweight formula perfects complexion for a healthy-looking glow.

The BB is very lightweight indeed it smooths onto the skin quite lovely. 

The texture is perfect, not too thick and not too light. I tried using a brush with it but I've noticed my fingers did a better job in blending the BB into the skin.

I used it on it's own without applying an extra moisturizer. It's moisturizing and contains SPF so double points for that alone.

The scent is very subtle like the other creams in the line, it's not overwhelming or irritating.

The coverage is light as well, it does give you an even skin tone and very dewy look, which I love.

But if you have breakouts, spots or other impurities you'll need to use a concealer as well.

SKIN PERFECTION PERK-UP CREAM

what the product promises:

New Skin Perfection Anti-Fatigue Perk Up Cream instantly reduces the appearance of signs of fatigue, dark circles are concealed and complexion looks fresh and glowing.

Daily 24hr moisture kick, skin looks fuller, plumper. SPF 20 helps protect skin from damaging UV rays.

L'oreal is marketing the perk up cream as a CC cream in Israel. It reminds me of Nude Magique CC cream also by L'oreal. It also contains micro beads that when blended react to your skin tone and give a tint.

The CC is very moisturizing, it's also lightweight skin looks dewy and the scent is subtle.

Coverage is too light for my taste, I didn't feel like it gives me any coverage. So I think marketing this cream as a CC is incorrect. It doesn't have a Color Correcting affect like other CC creams have. I would recommend this indeed as a daily moisturizer it contains SPF and gives the skin a nice glow and fresh look. Perfect for fighting dull complexion, and the appearance of tiredness. 

Side by Side

I liked them both I will continue using them for the next week to decide which one I like more.