Face Masks – Why You Need Them
Today on Rediscovering My Style I am talking about my rediscovery of face masks.
I used to use face masks all the time in my late teens and early twenties, but like a lot of things in life, they certainly got forgotten about over the years. It wasn’t until my daughter (softoctobernight) started using masks that I took notice of them again (she had mainly been using them for acne). When she started to use charcoal/mud masks, it really reminded me of the face masks I used to use. I saw how clear my daughter’s skin was looking and I thought, time to use face masks again! I am so glad I did, as I can really see the benefits they have on my skin.
Here is some I have been trying lately, all of these face masks are reasonably priced.
L’Oreal Pure Clay Masks
L’Oreal Pure Clay Masks are definitely one of my favourites – I use the Detoxifying mask. They come in a variety of ingredients, each to suit different skincare concerns.
- Pure Clay Detoxifying Mask – Detoxifies and Brightens your skin
- Pure Clay Anti Blemish Mask – Clears Blackheads and Tightens Pores
- Pure Clay Brightening Mask – Eliminates and Even Outs skin tones
- Pure Clay Purifying Mask – Purifies and Mattifies your skin
- Pure Clay Mask – Exfoliates and Smoothes your skin
I do notice a slight smell from this mask, but it leaves my skin feeling so clean – it is worth it! I have already repurchased this mask.
Sukin Super Greens Detoxifying Clay Mask
Sukin Super Greens Detoxifying Clay Mask contains a mix of super green, Baobab, and Rosehip Oils. This mask is definitely one I use every week, without fail.
I have never tried any Sukin products before, so I was apprehensive about this mask, but the reviews were really good so I gave it a try. I am so glad I did! I am definitely keen to try other products from Sukin (they have very affordable prices too).
This mask detoxs and brightens your skin, with the added bonus of minimizing fine lines too! After I use this mask my skin feels so good, like it has had a deep cleansing. I will definitely repurchase!
Swiss Manuka Honey Detoxifying Facial Mask
Swiss Manuka Honey Detoxifying Facial Mask contains many natural derived ingredients like Manuka Honey, Aloe Vera, and Red Algae, to name a few. I actually bought this mask for my daughter, as it is recommended for congested, blemish-prone skin. I have used it a few times as it is still a clay mask, but I felt like it left my face quite red afterward for some time, so I don’t use it that often now.
My daughter has used it a few times but she will mainly reach for the L’Oreal Pure Clay Mask instead. I will probably not repurchase.
Mario Badescu Rose Hip Mask
Mario Badescu Rose Hip Mask is rich in Vitamin C, which is so good for the skin. This mask defintley leaves my skin feeling clean (not as deep a clean as the Sukin or L’Oreal mask) but my skin feels so soft afterwards. I didn’t like the smell though, so I would probably won’t use it much.
To round up, face masks are a perfect skincare treatment, as they remove impurities and excess oils from your skin and leave the skin so clean.
Some brands have single-use sachet face masks, which is perfect to try them without having to buy the full size product first. L’Oreal Pure Clay masks have a trial size package containing three pots of their clay masks, which is what I tried first and then purchased the Detoxifying mask.
I always remove the mask with a wash cloth, as it is less damaging to the skin (mud masks dry hard!). I also slightly wet my skin (before using the wash cloth) to soften the mask first. My daughter sprays her face with Mario Badescu’s Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater, and she says it helps to remove the mask more easily.
Another interesting tip my daughter has is to apply the face mask with a flat foundation brush (she was not liking applying it with her fingers), I think I will give this a go too!
Comment below any face masks you are loving so I can try them too!
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50 Comments
Tam Nguyen
I love masks. I’m currently using Lush minty mask – it’s super amazing. I would love to try some of your suggestions when I finish it. Thanks for the review 🙂
Tam
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Janet
I never thought of Lush, I will have to check them out! Thank you lovely! xx
Nina
Nice post and great products dear! Have a great day!
xx
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Janet
Thank you so much Nina! Have a great weekend! xx
mercy
I love using mask every week too especially on Friday nights. I’ve been using Sukin and you are right, it’s affordable and effective. I may try L’oreal mask too, thanks for the honest review.
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Janet
Thank you Mercy, so glad to hear you like the Sukin mask too! It’s so good, I love that deep down clean feeling! xx
Chloe
Masks are definitely the holy grail of my skin care routine!
Chloe x
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Janet
I am really enjoying using them again! xx
Danielle
Try The Face Shop Real Nature Face Mask! I really like it ♡
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Janet
Thanks Danielle! I will check that out! xx
Elena Isabelle
I love a good mask, especially on a pamper night. fresh does amazing mask and I love using them.
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Janet
Totally agree with you Elena! I will check Fresh out, thank you! xx
Anna
Ooh thanks, I definitely don’t want any funny smelling masks! Sometimes I wish I could smell the masks before purchasing, but that’s not always the case. That first one that minimises fine lines sounds really good tbh. ^^
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Janet
That would be so good if you could smell the masks before we purchase them! Even though I find the L’Oreal one a tad smelly Chloe doesn’t! Thanks for the comment Anna! xx
Jodie
I’ve never been good about using them because I rationalize i get my facials regularly. However, I do love the face sheets, and it’s good to hear about these. I think it’s about time I got better about them!!
XOXO
Jodie
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Janet
I have never tried the sheet masks before, I know they are really popular, I should look into them! You are doing something good for your skin with the facials Jodie! xx
Kara
I haven’t used a face mask in ages but I forgot how great they can be for your skin! The Sukin clay mask sounds like something my skin could use and that is such a great tip to apply masks with a flat foundation brush. I usually spend way too long trying to clean my hands after applying some masks, so that would be helpful. Thank you for the honest reviews on all the masks! x
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Janet
I can really see the benefits on my skin with using face masks regularly, I use them twice per week now. My skin is thanking me! Have a wonderful week lovely! xx
Jessica
That detox facial mask looks really good. I’d love to see that for myself. You have a great selection here dear. Thanks for sharing!
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Janet
Thank you so much Jessica! xx
Melody Jacob
Face mask helps our skin
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Janet
Totally agree with you Melody! xx
Kasie
I am SUCH a mask fan but haven’t tried a few of these yet. The Sukin mask sounds so fabulous!
Janet
That is so good to hear Kasie, I love face masks! The Sukin one is so good, I am so excited to try more from the Sukin range! xx
Daria
I´m a huge facemask fan! I also have and use the cleansing one by L´Oréal. It´s so good!
XO
Daria
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Janet
Face masks are just so good! Good to hear you a huge facemask fan too! xx
Kelsey Bang
I need to try some of these! I never use face masks and want to now!
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Janet
Kelsey, face masks really do wonders for the skin! I can see my skin is a lot clearer looking since I have started to use them! I highly recommended you try some! xx
Helena Primeira
Although I did not know the products, I liked the post and I loved the photos, they were beautiful 🙂
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Janet
Thank you so much Helena! xx
Mademoiselle Coconath
Clay masks are a must for me. The Manuka Honey one looks interesting, I might try it out! Thanks for sharing dear!
xx
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Janet
I definitely love the benefits of a clay mask! The Manuka Honey mask left my skin slightly red for a while after but it felt so clean. xx
Ashley
Such a great selection lovely! I love love sukin products! thanks for sharing babe!!
xxx
Ashley
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Janet
Thank you so much lovely! I am so excited to try more Sukin products as this Sukin face mask is so amazing! xx
Jessica Guarnizo
I love a good face mask! I need to try that L’Oreal one so I can add it to my collection. Have you tried the Estée Lauder 3 Minute Detox mask? It’s one of my favorites.
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Janet
I love the L’Oreal mask, it is so good! I need to try the Estee Lauder mask, a 3 minute mask sounds so good! Thank you lovely for that suggestion! xx
Babita
I never tried face masks though! But sounds good reading your review!
Xoxo Babita
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Janet
I highly recommend Face masks. My skin is really looking a lot clearer, I am so happy I started to use them again! xx
Eleonora
I already liked face masks and after reading this post I can say I love them even more!
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Janet
I am glad you love face masks too, my skin is looking so much clearer for using them! xx
M. Cox
L’Oreal pure clay mask works awesome in terms of exfoliation… leaves the skin clear … doesn’t dry out the skin. Overall had a positive experience..
Janet
Glad you like them too! xx
Sasha
Loved the product list and your reviews on them.
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Janet
Thank you so much lovely! xx
Ruth Josey
I definitely need to try the Sukin Greens Face Mask – it sounds wonderful! Great review of these products! I’ve been using a nightly leave-on (no color so you don’t look funny when you go to bed – it’s like a lotion) by Olay and I love it because my face and neck still feel hydrated in the morning. I need to be better about using masks too, though :/
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Janet
I will need to check that Olay mask out, it sounds so good! Face masks are so good for our skin xx
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I recently try L’oreal Pure Clay mask and it is amazing!
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Janet
I love face masks, I feel like they really help the skin xx
The Exclusive Beauty Diary
I can’t imagine my beauty routine without masks. They completely transform my face and take out all signs of stress. I like your selection, from them I onyl try Loreal Clay mask before I don’t know how many years and I love it so much. I need to try the rest. Thank you for recommendation.
Janet
I am so glad you agree! Face masks are so good for the skin xx