The Blogger In The Iron Mask

Day 5: ReVive Masque De Glaise
By Annie

This is a very hardcore, clay-like mask that claims to "firm, hydrate and rejuvenate lifeless skin by lifting impurities and toxins."

I can attest to it's lifting and sucking abilities. It is like a vacuum cleaner. Think Dyson DS28 Animal Airmuscle.

Masque De Glaise is a nondescript cement shade. The texture is a very thick putty. Like Spackle. It takes some effort to spread and smooth over the face.



The mask had the fastest dry time. I would not be exaggerating to say less than one minute. The mask tightens on the skin at lightening speed.

How tight you might ask?
So tight that my skin started to crease and look like it was starting to fold over. It looked like I just exited a wind tunnel. I do not enjoy masks that hurt or require a team to remove them.

I like my masks to be as gentle as a lamb.
This mask is not gentle.
This mask is a hungry, beast-like octopus.

Removal required more effort than usual. I had to use a rough cloth to scrub off excess clay from my nose and forehead. At this point the planned review was going to be pretty scathing.
The image in the mirror stunned me. I expected to see a red, slightly traumatized face staring back at me.
Instead, my skin looked healthy.
Like I had taken a brisk walk outdoors instead of a surviving a beast of a facial mask.
I hate dropping the word "youthful" but it would be accurate.
Let's just say I did not want to put any makeup on.
I never feel that way.
Ever.

This mask also made me ponder my lifestyle. What kind of toxins is my skin subject to? I want to blame the workplace bathroom for all my ills. I am convinced that every possible cootie and asbestos particle tries to grab me while I am in there. My skin clearly needed a toxin intervention.
ReVive was my Dr Drew.
My skin was clearly...Jeff Conaway.

This mask and line is sold at Bergdorf Goodman. You can also purchase and learn more about the line at the website http://reviveskincare.com/index.html.
The retail price is $145. That might make some consumers balk but the results are pretty magnificent. High marks.

The ingredients are: Water (Aqua), Kaolin, Glycerin, Sodium Magnesium Silicate, Propylene Glycol Isoceteth-3 Acetate, Bentonite, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Menthoxypropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Bisabolol, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Diazolidinyl Urea, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Fragrance (Parfum), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Ultramarines (CI 77007), Mica (CI 77019).

Disclosure: A press sample of this product was provided by Bergdorf Goodman during an event with Total Beauty.
Photo Credit: Blogdorf Goodman and Amazon.
Graphic Credit: Melanie Parker/Veronica Lake in I Married A Witch

Seikisho Mask Review

My power was off since Sunday. Hurricane Ike tore through Ohio and left some chaos behind. The Midwest is used to the average twister but hurricane gusts were new to us. So for the last few days I have been living the Amish way. I cleaned and organized while I had light. During this time I thought I might as well test some masks and beauty products. The most enjoyable skin sample was the Seikisho Mask White. I scored this sample from a Bath & Body store in Cleveland. This mask is far from white. The actual shade is an inky blue black. It is fairly thick like cake frosting and spreads easily. It takes its sweet time to dry. I left it on for 20-30 minutes. It dried to a tacky shiny patent leather texture. The creep factor was high. During the drying process I made the mistake of giggling. Instant tightening pain. But as any mask aficionado knows...pain is sometimes good.

I had no clue on how to remove the mask since I had no directions or computer access. It looked fairly Vader-like. I noticed that a piece was slightly peeling off so I tugged. Instantly half the mask peeled off. It took 3 tugs and my face was free of the whole thing. There was no mess or fuss.
My skin looked and felt great. Pores were smaller. Redness eliminated. A zit that was in the beginning stages was miraculously healed. My skin tingled in a good way. It really felt amazing and I wanted to do it again and again.

This is a future purchase. It is available at Neiman Marcus,Bergdorf Goodman and select Bath & Body Works for $28. Here is the information from Neimans about the product.

This effective mask is formulated with Nano Black Powder, which creates an airtight seal on skin to allow the ingredients to work quickly and effectively to flush out impurities.

• Seven herb extracts, such as Wormwood brighten skin tone, while Moutan Bark, Coix Seed extract and Angelica extract hydrates and regulates sebum production.

• Nano Black Powder allows for ingredients to absorb quickly and provides an airtight seal.

• 1st peel off mask to contain Vitamin C. It suppresses melanin production, which prevents the formation of aging spots and freckles.

To Use: Apply a thick layer all over the face, avoiding the eyes, hairline and lips. Wait for 20 minutes(I did it right!) or until the mask is completely dry, and peel off gently from the outside. Follow with Sekkisei Lotion. Use once to twice a week for best results.

Disclaimer: This reviewed item was a purchase from my local Bath & Body store.

Credit: Bergdorf Goodman

Facial masks that look and feel like Pudding

From Givenchy.com:

This unique black mask is an ultra-concentrated formula with a highly innovative texture:a light velvety foam, of pure black sprinkled with tiny luminous nuggets for a triple actionon the skin’s luminosity…a black delight for pure light

Anyone try this?

http://www.parfumsgivenchy.com/index.php