I’ve been trying a few natural, toxin and cruelty-free, artisanal variants of face masks over the last couple of months. They are all quite different from one another and impressive in their own way. But the thing they have in common is that their results will be more apparent over time. Are they a pre-party fix? No. Do they offer long lasting results? Yes.
Here’s what I think.
The label says renewing antioxidant mask, and that perhaps is the only place where this mask has gone wrong. It isn’t very renewing or hydrating. In fact, it’s perfect for oily skin. It dries up acne and over a period of time, clears your skin. However, dry-skinned beautistas who try this mask for hydration, may find it a bit disappointing. I find this mask very comfortable to use in the monsoon because my skin is oily and breakout prone. And it did help shrink minor acne. The mask contains honey, propolis and royal jelly, which are known for their antibacterial properties. It’s a sticky, balmy mask that you need to massage into your skin till it transforms into a white cream {from it’s original yellow colour}. It is self-warming, which could feel like a burning sensation on sensitive skin. The heating action opens up your pores, which makes it ideal for a second mask, or for an overnight skin routine, because the pores are ready to receive product. I wouldn’t use it as a pre-party mask, or a morning mask but for the evenings when I’m wrapped up in my pyjamas.
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OMG what does this mask not contain? Bentonite clay, raw honey, Ayurvedic herbs such as gotu kola, yashti madhu and manjistha to improve pigmentation, oils such as rose hip seed and tamanu to balance the skin, and steam-distilled rosa damascena. Wow. Unlike other masks that you need to apply for 10-20 minutes, you need to wear this one for 40 minutes at a time. And the amazing thing is that even in 40 minutes it won’t dry out. The first time I used it, I was impressed because it dried out breakouts but yet moisturised my skin. However, these masks are designed to be used over a period of time to improve the quality of your skin. This mask is great for combination and dry skin types. It improves tone & texture and the best part is that you don’t need to apply any skincare afterwards, because the mask itself leaves your skin feeling nourished.
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This is more like a scrub than a mask. I love it because it makes my skin look brighter and more radiant in a single application. You’re supposed to mix one ladoo {I use half} with a bit of milk {for dry skin} or rosewater {for oily skin} to turn it into a paste, then apply it all over till it dries. Once dry, you wet it again with a bit of milk or rosewater and rub it off. Each ladoo contains dry fruits, natural fibres, saffron, and floral extracts. When my skin looks dull, I use this and it never disappoints me. It’s extremely gentle, and even after being completely dry, doesn’t make my skin feel sensitive. I use this all over my face, neck and shoulders.
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This recommendation was first posted on VBeauty.co.
