(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best facial masks

I will repost what I posted in another thread not too long ago, making edits for what’s relevant to my current routine experiences:

I sheet mask most nights. I have a drawer of backups in addition to the sheet masks I have ready to go on my skincare bar cart.

These are my favourites so far:

Dr. Jart Hydration Lover Rubber Mask // product here

• The Ampoule pack that comes with it packs a ton of serum, and the jelly mask creates a great occlusive barrier to trap the serum in and prevent drying out. It says to leave it for 20-30 minutes, but no more than 40. I always go for the full 40 minutes. Your face is so hydrated and moisturized after that depending on your skin type, there is probably minimal products you need to follow up with after. Last night I used the Dr. Jart Bright Lover Rubber Mask and afterwards products sunk into my skin super quick.
  
  Update Feb 20, 2018: I tried another Dr. Jart Mask two nights ago, the V7 Toning Mask and it is another winner that I will be repurchasing. It had a creamier essence that left my face so moisturised that I considered ending my routine there. And there is so much essence. I had enough for three additional applications after sealing in a ziplock bag. I find that I generally am wowed by all Dr. Jart masks, but they are pricey.
  
  Mediheal N.M.F. Aquaring Hydro Nude Gel Mask // product here
  
• I prefer hydrogel masks, although I do not discriminate - I use all sheet masks :) The hydrogel again creates a great occlusive, trapping in the moisture.
  
  Dr. Jart Ceramidin Sheet Mask // product here
  
• This is a (cotton?) sheet mask and it has an abundance of creamy essence. I particularly like this one on days that I do an exfoliating peel, such as Drunk Elephant Babyfacial, so that I can be sure to pamper my skin barrier after a deep exfoliation. I find that with this mask I have enough essence after rubbing it on my body to still use the remaining juice again the next day, but the time I planned to do that I just ended up throwing it away out of laziness.
  
  Mediheal I.P.I Lightmax Ampoule Mask // product here
  
• This is a brightening regular sheet mask that has arbutin and sodium hyaluronate high up on the ingredient list, and some other brightening ingredients such as vitamin C and grape fruit extract further down on the list. I like this mask because it has a lot of essence and I like the fragrance (last item on the ingredient list). I can’t really describe what it smells like, but it’s really soft to me, so if you don’t like fragrance you should avoid this one. But for me, it’s a nice additive.
  
  My Beauty Diary Black Pearl Sheet Mask or My Beauty Diary Royal Pearl Sheet Mask // product here and here
  
• These two are my most recent mask pack purchases. They are regular cotton (?) masks. I noticed a very plumped visage after having used them, they have a lot of essence that can be spread over the body from the left over juice, and they have the most perfect fit of any sheet mask I have ever used. They have the most appropriate cuts(?) in them around the eye and nose areas making for a more customized fit. No joke, these fit like they were made for my face.
  
  Added Feb 20, 2018:
  SNP Bird’s Nest Aqua Ampoule Sheet Mask // Product here
  This is a favourite of this sub, and I can see why. It has so much essence, and although it is fragranced, I like the scent. It smells like a clean hand soap. This left my face plump and hydrated. I purchased it for $2.80 at a local AB store, and I think I will go back to repurchase the box.
  
  Whamisa Organic Seeds & Rice Fermented Hydrogel Facial Mask // Product Here
  First tested on Dec. 19. First impressions: very thin clear nude hydrogel mask. Very delicate. Smells very much like Chanel No. 5, with strong notes of jasmine and musk. As mask wears on the face, the scent remains and the mask starts to create a menthol-type cooling sensation on the face. The mask fits poorly in the eyes, but otherwise fits well. Will repurchase for scent and gel texture. This mask is definitely a favourite of mine for the senatorial experience versus the results, as I definitely felt bougie AF wearing it. I will monitor it closely as I Iuse it more in the future to see if it has any more benefits other than basic hydration.
  
  Regen Absolute Gold Foil Mask // Product here
  Out of all the foil masks I’ve tried and own, this one is my favourite. It fits surprisingly well for a foil mask, and is lined with a charcoal infused paper sheet mask. I got it for $12 for a box of 5 which seems to be really affordable for these foil type of masks, but it has since gone up in price on Amazon, I’m assuming due to it being a fairly nice mask. This one is great for skintertainment purposes (perfect sheet mask selfie!) but I also feel like due to the fit and lining that it is a generally good mask as well.
  
  SPECIAL MENTION
  
  My Scheming Masks
  
• All the My Scheming Masks I use have tons of essence and they are super cheap making them a win-win.
  
  SHEET MASK-ADJACENT PRODUCTS
  
  Silicone Sheet Mask Mask //. product here
  
• These are great to layer over your regular paper/cotton sheet masks as it traps the moisture in and prevents the cotton from drying out. It’s a mask for your sheet mask 😀 But if you have a Daiso near you, but it from there as it is only $1.50
  
  Sheet Mask Warmer // product here
  
• So someone shared this the other day on Reddit and I had to buy it. It is a warmer for your sheet masks. A lot of people love the chilly coolness of sheet masks, but I really don’t like the cold feeling. I like warm cups of tea and heated neck warmers and those sort of things so cold stuff on my face just kinda jolts me a bit in an unpleasant way. I notice if I take a hot shower prior to starting my routine I don’t mind the chill of a sheet mask, but on most nights when I’m just going straight into my routine without showering, I really can’t stand the chill. Especially since winter is coming. So I bought this product. If you love the chill, disregard this product suggestion.
  
  Compressed Sheet Masks // product here
  
• If you ever have a sheet mask that you really like and it comes with tons of extra essence, you could throw one of these compressed sheet masks into the package with the extra essence and ziploc it up and use it the next day as well. Just don’t keep it for more than a day or two. Alternatively, if you have any favourite essences or toners in a bottle, you could make a diy Sheet Mask with your bottled products with these compressed masks. Again, if you have a Daiso near you, purchase them from there as you get a bunch for only $1.50.
  
  Edit: typos

Hi and welcome! I tried answering earlier, but Reddit wasn't connecting for me. I know you already got some good advice from teddy, but in case you want more information or someone else it reading, here is what i wrote:

There are many things to help you on your quest for brightness! I got completely carried away here as this is the first comment I haven't address acne/dehydration in a looooooong time. Got a bit too excited looking at a different subject. So hopefully you find it helpful still!

First thing is that you definitely do NOT need to be washing your face 4 times per day plus the 1-2 extra times per week, which is what you would be doing with the two aveeno cleansers and Nip+Fab. In general, the best cleansers for your skin are pH-balanced (maintains your skin's acid mantle and general skin health) and are as gentle as possible. In basic routines, washing the skin is actually the most irritating step. For most people, washing their face as little as possible is best (barring things like getting physically covered in dirt). For example, with my drier skin I only wash my face with a cleanser about 3 times per week...I rinse with water in the mornings, and when I shower in the evening I do the oil cleanse method.

Second, if you are starting chemical exfoliation, you should be wearing sunscreen every day. UV still travels through the clouds and the sun still shines in winter! Glycolic and lactic acids make you sun sensitive so wearing a daily sunscreen is a necessity! (also I would take a look at EltaMD UV 46Spf. It has niacinamide which is good for evening skin tone...but it is a separate product rather than incorporated in your moisturizer).

So! What to do!

1. The Aveeno cleanser isn't bad...I am slightly wary as it has added fragrance and sodium lauryl sulfate (and a bit of mica to make you sparkle. Just a bit! it's not glitter, but that's where the 'radiance' comes from I think), but it can definitely work for you. Alternatives: CosRx Good Morning Gel Cleanser (here), or the Innisfree Blueberry Cleanser (here). Or even just a basic CeraVe Foaming Cleanser. The CosRx has tea tree oil, so it might end up being too drying if you skin is sensitive to the tea tree.
   
   
2. For your exfoliation, I would definitely go with a leave on product (either swipe pad-style or a serum). Washes tend to not be effective as they don't spend a long time on the skin. But if you are worried about the strength of a leave on product, do short-contact therapy and just rinse your face with water after 5-10min of applying your chemical exfoliant. Using a gentle chemical exfoliant will actually provide a more even exfoliation and is more gentle than physical scrubs, which are dependent on things like how hard you push on the skin and how wet your skin is while scrubbing. One very popular product to consider is the Neogen Gauze Peeling Pads (here). It's a very gentle chemical exfoliant on a double sided pad which gives you a bit of chemical, a bit of physical. It also comes in three 'flavors'. Other options: Nip + Fab 5% glycolic pads (here). Or for serum style, the is the 5 or 10% lactic acid serums from The Ordinary. Or it you want to spend A LOT of money...Sunday Riley Good Genes is a raved about product with lactic acid. Lactic acid is larger molecule size than glycolic, so it is more gentle...I would say the 10% would be on par with a 5-8% glycolic. For a gentle physical only exfoliant, I would look at the Skinfood Rice Wash Off here. The grains of the scrub are quite large and rice is supposedly a brightening ingredient! But you can also just use a cloth in the shower to physically exfoliate (remember! No more than 1-2 times per week!). When watching over over-exfoliation keep an eye out for lingering redness, stinging when you apply products, excess dryness and a general feeling of your skin being like 'plastic wrap'. Redness and irritation start first, so if that starts to linger, just stop exfoliating for a while and focus on moisturizing!
   
   
3. The Kiehl's Vit C is a good starter Vit C. Just remember to put it on bare skin directly after cleansing and even before your chemical exfoliants if you happen to use them in the same day. Vit C. was my favorite powerhouse ingredient in terms of evening skin tone. I now use the Drunk Elephant Day-Firma, but it's a bit expensive for a first jump in.
   
   
4. A good moisturizer in general will make your skin look healthier/brighter, so I do recommend moisturizing in the PM as well as the AM. A good moisturizer will also help you handle any irritation that might arise from exfoliation, cleanser, dry weather, etc.... Also, something with niacinamide specifically might provide more benefit. Options with niacinamide: CeraVe PM (oldie, but goodie!), Beaty of Joseon Dynasty Cream, CosRx Overnight Rice Spa Mask, Mizon black snail all in one cream, Ponds Clarant B3 (2 versions here I think, one for dry, one for oily skin).
   
   
   Absolutely optional things (getting deep into skincare addiction here)
   
   Niacinamide is another great product for evening out skin tone and helps with the appearance of wrinkles! It also improves ceramide production in the skin which strengthens your moisture barrier and can make your skin look more bouncy/healthy. I would consider a niacinamide serum...Something like Stratia Rewind (only available here on their website) or the Holy Snails Shark Sauce. They both have licorice root extract which helps with skintone as well.
   
   If you want another hit of licorice brightening, you can take a look at the Acwell 5.5 Licorice toner. This would be applied after your actives (chemical exfoliants/vitamin c), before serums and moisturizers. Some people do a '7-skin' method of layering on this type of hydrating toner to really give your skin a big drink of water! Of course you don't have to do a full seven layers, but even 2-3 might give you that extra little sumthin' sumthim' of bouncy, bright skin!
   
   Also First Treatment Essences...they are essentially very watery layers applied just after your actives, before toners. They contain a yeast extract that some absolutely people swear by to get dat glow! The classic here is the SK-II FTE, but it costs like a million bucks. The Missha FTE or the Secret Key Rose Edition are dupes. The CosRx Galatomyces 95 Whitening Power Essence is also similar (in asian brands they often use the word whitening in place of brightening..don't be alarmed, it is not a skin bleach!).
   
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   Anyways, I'm rambling on now. I hope you find something useful in there! Remember, you know your skin best, so please ignore advice that won't work for you. Good luck!
   
   
   Edit: fixed link formatting!
   

I'd recommend starting slow. Start with a mild foaming cleanser, a basic moisturizer, and a sunscreen. If you want to add more stuff on for your acne, check out /r/SkincareAddiction and /r/AsianBeauty. Their sidebars are seriously amazing.

But for a cleanser, you can't go wrong with CeraVe foaming cleanser. It's cheap, easily available, and gentle for any kind of skin. There's a bunch of theories on which kinds are best, but I've seen all sorts recommend this cleanser.

Moisturizer is really key as well. Dry skin can cause acne just because your skin is craving moisture! CeraVe and Aquaphor as well as natural stuff like Jojoba oil or Coconut oil have been talked about a lot as good options here. I'm still in search for a really good one I gel with. I do use as a light moisturizer Mizon's Snail Recovery Gel as it also clears up small cuts and inflammation as well. Be patient with this step, as some moisturizers can break you out.

Sunscreen is honestly like 100% of skincare, I'm convinced now, after plunging head first into the two mentioned subs. I use This Japanese one cuz it's cheap on Amazon and has one of the highest pH ratings out there. This Korean one is also highly praised online.

But the fun part I really like? MASKS! OMG MASKING! I love wash offs like Origins' Charcoal Mask (great for acne!) and Queen Helene Mint Julep Mask are both awesome choices! I'm also a big fan of sheet masks (they put the good-for-you goop on a piece of fabric so it's easy to apply). These are the ones I usually buy because it's a great value and they work amazing. You usually only mask for 15-20 minutes and it's like a mini me-time spa-time for me. Doing this like twice a week has done wonders for my skin!

Have some fun with your skincare journey! I'm having fun with finding my perfect self pampering routine. It's more a form of self care for me now, so I feel a little sad if I miss any steps at this point. Hope that helps some! :)

So as a makeup lover and a cat lady (seriously check out my username), I definitely know of a few things that I think would be nice gifts for your roommate.

Tarte came out with a Sex Kitten Palette that was limited edition, so their website and Ulta are sold out, but Amazon still has some.

Tarte also came out with a matching Sex Kitten Eyeliner with a cute little cat head on the lid.

TONYMOLY has a Cat Stick Balm that is a little weird looking, but still cute, and I've used before and it's really nice.

TONYMOLY also has the cutest Cat Wink Compact that is a decent setting powder inside the cutest cat faced compact. Bought this for my friend and she just loved it!

There's always Too Faced Cat Eyes Palette that is cat-themed, even though there are no physical pictures or depictions of cats. Also the quality on this is really nice.

J.Cat Beauty has a really cute cat blush+bronzer duo that I've never tried before, but it's so cheap that I'd say its worth checking out.

Holika Holika makes cat blush+highlight and here's a different shade available. I love these!

Winky Lux has a very nice kitten palette that I've been wanting to try.

Sugar Pill makes an eyeshadow called Kitten Parade that I just adore.

Sugar Pill also came out with the Feline Fancy palette which was LE and is sold out, but there are some on eBay if you really wanted it.

And the last I can think of is Paul + Joe. They have so many limited edition collections, so they have released a lot of cat themed items I'm sure you could scour for on eBay, but they do still have some left on their website. First is this really nice makeup bag.

They also have this beautiful empty compact that their eye trios fit perfectly into.

The ever so adorable and famous cat shaped lipstick bullet refill that fits into any of their empty lipstick holders. Might I recommend this one?

And if you really wanted to treat your roommate to something special (and very expensive), eBay has a lot of brand new, LE cat makeup pieces that are to die for.

Hope this was of help to you! Happy shopping :)

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Hi everyone! A bit about me. My skin type is dry, so I'm always looking out for new moisturisers. I'm also quite pale, so I need to watch out for the sun. My goal has always been to be confident in my skin, to go without makeup, and to try and even out my skin tone. After ten months of skincare, you can see me here!

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Here is my routine thus far, thoughts/comments always welcome!

AM:

1. Wash face with Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Foam (Hands down best face wash for me. I love the way it makes my skin feel, and it really takes off everything from that evening/daytime. It's expensive, but worth it in my eyes)
   
2. Pixi Rose Tonic (This seems to be working for me so far, and keeping my skin hydrated. That said. I'm interested in trying out different products soon)
   
3. SK II Facial Treatment Essence (I bought this purely because everyone raves about it. I've only been using it 2 weeks, so too soon to decide if its worth the price or not. )
   
4. Eye cream with Nuxe Crème Prodigieuse (One of the few eye creams that doesn't leave my skin/eyes stinging! I love every Nuxe product I try, it really calms my skin)
   
5. Sunday Riley Good Genes (Again, I bought this purely because everyone raves about it. I've only been using it 2 weeks, so too soon to decide if its worth the price or not.)
   
6. Last - sunscreen! Perricone MD Photo-Brightening Moisturiser (SPF 30) (This is the product I'm LEAST in love with - makes my skin a bit too shiny...)
   
7. Occasionally: my only make up would be Dr Jart Premium Beauty Balm BB Cream (SPF 45) (I feel like this is a little too pink for me, but I smooth it out so that it gives me a nice light coverage, and minimises my pores)
   
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   PM:
   
   
8. Wash face with Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Foam
   
9. Pixi Rose Tonic
   
10. SK II Facial Treatment Essence
    
11. Eye cream with Nuxe Crème Prodigieuse
    
12. Sunday Riley Good Genes | OR |Sunday Riley A+ High Dose Retinoid Serum (only applied Tuesdays/Thursdays) (I have already begun to notice a different in skin tone with this product. That said, I only use it 2x a week as its a strong product for my skin type).
    
13. Last - Dr Jart Ceramidin Cream (I have been enjoying this night time cream, it feels so nice to put on. I normally only use Nuxe night creams...).
    
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    Once a week (usually Sundays) I use Dr Jart Porecting Solution Bubbling Charcoal Masks or Papa Recipe Bombee Honey Masks (I LOVE THESE MASKS!! I usually alternate every other Sunday. I cannot rave enough about these.)

Ahhh yes, self-care. I do love this topic!! It's something that I've been exploring in depth, due to my long-standing coping tactics being, well, pretty flawed (e.g. binge eating, binge drinking, excessive sleeping, etc.)

A few things that really make me feel good:

• Going to the rink on open skate night! I love to rollerblade anywhere, but being indoors and gliding along the smooth floor is just extra soothing!
  
  
• Baking for others. I actually have a hefty salt tooth as opposed to sweet tooth, so I can bake to my heart's content without temptation (usually). It's a really soothing process and then I have the joy of sharing the outcome!!
  
  
• Making/sending cards, of course! The process of making cards can be so soothing and just...all encompassing. I can become immersed in card making and really lose track of time! Which has a downside during the semester, which explains why I've been sending out more pre-fab cards as of late...!
  
  
• When I'm in super duper, extra crunch time at work, or stuck working a shift in the department I don't like, or put on a task with a difficult coworker, I like to put on some nice soothing instrumental music like this!
  
  
• I always fall back on some stand-by favorite movies, which drives my bf NUTS because he can barely handle watching the same movie twice in a year, let alone basically on repeat...I mean, I would liken my obsession with these movies to the relationship between a 5 y.o. girl and Frozen. They are: American Beauty, Big Fish, Frida, The Birdcage, and Harold and Maude. And of course, The Simpsons plays practically a daily role in my life.
  
  
• I have a million bazillion candles and I always have one to light for whatever mood I'm in!
  
  
• This year I used my tax refund to buy a PAPASAN CHAIR which I LOVE and adore lounging in it and listening to the rain fall or just taking a little nap :)
  
  

• And finally, I LOVE a night of pampering that includes a steamy hot shower, hair treatment (coconut oil + rosemary essential oil), Eucalyptus Spearmint [EVERYTHING](http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=4304518&cm_mmc=Google-_-Paid%2520Search-_-none_none-_-bath%2520and%2520body%2520works%2520eucalyptus%2520spearmint_b&adpos=1t1&creative=109385158813&device=c&matchtype=b&network=g&gclid=CJ3R6rOfis8CFQymaQodhugMNQ (body wash, exfoliating scrub, lotion, etc), and completed with my favorite peel off mask, and my favorite PJs+cozy socks.
  

  
  

  ) I'm gonna have to make some self-care time tonight now :)

My favorite Japanese beauty items are:

1. Sana Hadanomy Collagen Mask - it has a strong astringent smell (if you remember the Body Shop blue corn scrub mask from the 90s it smells just like that). But it's the best mask I've used since I started AB a few months ago. Plump, moisturized skin and so much juice in the packet you can rub it all over!
   
   
2. My 2nd-favorite mask is the Hada Labo Anti-Age mask. Very little scent, but kind of sweet like eggnog and very moisturizing.
   
   
3. Shiseido Perfect Puff - a box of 32 pre-moistened cottony rectangles for removing makeup. If I can't do my full double-cleanse at night, I'll use one of these and then tone and moisturize. Also great for a quick AM cleanse to take off my night mask. Very thick, soft pads! I can fold it in half and use all four sides for face/neck/decolletage. So great!
   
   
4. Hada Labo Tokyo Anti-Aging Hydrator - A Hyaluronic Acid lotion that just sinks in like magic and goes great under my sunscreen. Great slip, one pump will cover face and neck. I do two pumps if I'm feeling luxurious and want to just slather it down to my cleavage. Give it 5-10 minutes to sink in and then you're ready for the next step in your routine.
   
   
5. Shiseido Perfect Watery Oil - I tried this since I'm running out of my Josie Maran Argan cleansing oil and I like trying new stuff. I've only used it twice, but it's a very light oil, not thick, and easy to rub all over. When you add water it emulsifies really well and rinses pretty clean. I'll be happy to use the whole bottle, but not sure if I'll re-buy since Josie Maran has been my personal HG cleansing oil for so long.
   
   I purchased all of these Japanese items at a little Japanese market here in Austin - Asahi Imports - except for the Hada Labo Tokyo masks and Hyaluronic Acid lotion, which I buy at Walgreens.

Ooh, that's fun. I'm procrastinating so I'm going to ramble a little, here. My favourite sheet masks are from the brand My Beauty Diary. Super affordable and great quality. I'd recommend trying a set of assorted masks so you can test out a bunch of varieties. My Scheming is another great brand I have less experience with, but really like so far, and here's a link to a huge 24pc variety pack.

Another fun "luxury" category that's super useful for dealing with hot weather is facial sprays! I've been really liking the Benton Honest TT Mist lately. I keep it in the fridge so it's very refreshing. My SO keeps a spray bottle of Thayer's toner on his bedside table for a quick spritz before falling asleep, lol. Really helps when it's too hot to live.

Maybe look into a wash-off mask, also? That's a nice addition to a routine. I don't have too many I'm super into at the moment. I got the I'm From Honey Mask in the mail yesterday and I'm hoping to try it out soon.

Wall of text incoming, along with the products that work for me. YMMV with individual products, of course!


All of these are just what I use, and all have alternatives that may work better for you and/or be cheaper. This has evolved over the past two years, I didn't just pick all this up at once and start throwing it on my skin - start slow, and see how your skin adjusts to each step for a week or so before moving onto another product.

I do my "skin routine" morning and evening, with some variations depending on how much time I have and what time of day it is.

First, hydration. Looks like you've taken care of that one! Water, water, and more water is what helped the most. I go through roughly 3L of water at work if not more, plus more once I get home.

Second, I never use foaming cleansers. I cut out anything with foams, and went with a two step cleansing process: first, oil cleansing (I use Banila Clean It Zero) to get rid of the bulk of my makeup. Then I follow with a cream cleanser (Guerlain Lait de Beauty, but there are MANY more affordable options out there).

Then I use a toner. But not the stripping, Sea Breeze type toner, a moisturizing one. Currently using HadaLabo Hyaluronic Lotion. Don't let the "acid" fool you - hyaluronic acid is extremely moisturizing.

Every 3-4 days in the evenings, I use a chemical exfoliator (NEVER physical, my skin can't take it) in the form of a BHA and AHA. BHAs remove gunk from pores, AHAs strip dead skin. Both mine are from cosrx:

https://sokoglam.com/products/cosrx-bha-blackhead-power-liquid

https://sokoglam.com/products/cosrx-aha-7-whitehead-power-liquid

Some people leave them for 20 minutes, I don't have the patience, I just go right into the next step and add a sheet mask. If you're new to actives, this will be too often - do them once a week, max.

Then the fun part - sheet masks. I looove sheet masks. LOVE LOVE LOVE. Anything with Hyaluronic acid is my go to. My Beauty Diary Hyaluronic Acid is a staple. I let that sink in while doing whatever around the house. I do one of these a few times a week, every night if I can.

Then I go onto moisturizing. I have a variety of serums, essences, and oils that I use depending on how dry my skin feels, but my basic routine goes:

If my skin is extra dry, I add in an extra moisturizing step here. I use Miss Flower and Mr Honey in summer, Scinic All in One honey ampoule in winter. Or sometimes I use Guerlain Face Treatment Oil.

If my skin is red, I add in CosRX Snail 96 to help control it.

Separate eye cream, ALWAYS. Right now I'm loving Clarins Super Restorative eye cream.

Then the big moisturizers:

History of Whoo Jinyul Essence

History of Whoo Jinyul Cream

Final step for day, sunscreen - Biore Watery Essence SPF50 for daytime. Skipped at night for obvious reasons.

For the night routine, before bed I apply one of these masks:

CosRX Honey Mask

CosRX Rice Mask

Guerlain Abeille Royale Honey Mask

These give extra moisture at night while you're sleeping.

Again, this is not something that happened overnight - I can almost guarantee if someone takes this list and throws it all at their face at once, they'll end up a mess. I added things slowly.

If I was going to recommend an order, I'd go with this:

• If you're using a foaming cleanser, replace it with a cream cleanser the next time it runs out. No need to waste things.
  
  Wait a week.
  
  
• Add a GENTLE AHA. This will help remove dead skin and reduce dryness. Just once a week, no more.
  
• Add a Hyaluronic acid sheet mask, like the MBD one. It's affordable, and relaxing.
  
  You could swap the above two if you have a lot of cleanser left.
  
  Wait a week.
  
  Once you're used to those, add an essence. Something very moisturizing and rich.
  
  Wait a week.
  
  Look at adding in a sleeping pack.
  
  From there, pick what you'd like to address and add them in.
  
  I know it's a lot to take in, so if you have specific questions about any of this, just ask.

personally, i like to double cleanse. so an oil cleanse (like the softymo) and then a second cleanser. in winter i use "the face shop rice water bright cleansing milk". the cosrx works for me too, but only in summer. it is too harsh in the winter when my skin tends to be dryer. i feel double cleansing removes sunscreen best, but some people are satisfied with just an oil cleanse. really comes down to what feels right to you for your face. if you wear makeup, especially any kind of foundation or cover up, i would definitely suggest a double cleanse to make sure you are really getting your face clean.

 

i prefer hado labo toners myself and they come in a variety of different types; i like the premium (in the orange bottle) best for my skin because i feel it hydrates very well.

 

imo, sleeping packs don't really need to be chosen to treat symptoms. since they go on last and are occlusive ingredients, they sit on top of the skin more than they soak in. certainly, buy one with quality ingredients, but imo it is more important that the things you put under the pack are doing the legwork of targeting your concerns. any pack will help with dryness because it is sealing in your other steps and the moisture from them. as for redness, people like products with niacinamide or honey. this is a popular choice for niacinamide and this for honey. i cannot answer your question about the snail cream unfortunately; i do not use snail products because i cannot get around the ick factor! but you can answer your own question easily enough; google for "what is an occlusive ingredient" or something along those lines. find a handy list of what kind of ingredients are occlusive and then you can check them against products you are considering for sleeping pack purposes.

Hey, I’m a guy with “good skin”. What honestly surprised me was the quality of my skin after using sunscreen regularly — I didn’t realize how much sun affected things. I know you say you have normal skin, but some of the below should hopefully help getting started on a basic routine that’ll become evident in the quality of your complexion.

Pick up a gently cleanser like Cerave Hydrating cleanser or Vanicreams cleanser.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSSDEPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_164sDbD3WQJP7

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QY1XZ4W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_U74sDbF98WZ87


Wash the face morning and night. It’s helpful to use a little bit of moisturizer since sunscreens are kind of hit and miss in this regard, so I’d suggest Cerave cream in the white tub to apply to your damp face as needed.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TTD9BRC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_P84sDb7M4J10J


Afterwards, ideally, slather on a bit of sunscreen on your face, neck, ears, and other sun exposed places. My personal favorite currently is the Jack Black sun guard since it’s not greasy and I use it on my arms and hands too, Otherwise, pick up Cerave’s AM moisturizer. It’s my favorite drug store type sunscreen. A nicer one too are the EltaMD sunscreens.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CR4KRM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_V94sDbQXPSZ8R

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F97FHAW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_b.4sDbR7T9R88


If your face is shiny after some of thing I’d suggest picking up something like Magical Moringa from Lush that’s mattefying. A shine control powder to dab lightly on can work good too — doesn’t look like you have anything on while still taking care of your skin.

https://www.lushusa.com/face/moisturizers/magical-moringa/07218.html

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Neutrogena-Shine-Control-Powder-Invisible-10-37-Oz/21009034?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=1150&adid=22222222228015245274&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=40843087352&wl4=pla-78656555792&wl5=9014228&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=112549851&wl11=online&wl12=21009034&veh=sem&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzIWmraTy4wIVhZ-fCh0RsQczEAUYASABEgJquPD_BwE


At night I really see a difference in the brightness and luminosity with my skin with this “overnight mask”.

COSRX Ultimate Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask, 60ml https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N13W31F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Qf5sDbYFN01FC

That’s basically my suggestions at least. At night just use moisturizer and the mask after washing.


As far as the back acne, in the shower let some salicylic acid sit on the area for a minute or two and rinse it off. I use Zapzyt. The other thing I would recommend after the shower is to apply some Differin to the affected area — Differin used to be what a dermatologist prescribed me years ago and it now available over the counter fortunately. Should be cleared up in no time.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BG92E26/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dn5sDbJDAXBTV

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L1PHSY9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ip5sDbBCQ71AW

OK. I think most of the methods you have noted are good. The order of their application could be shuffled a bit, and the choice of products for doing each might be worth shifting around, as some exfoliators and moisturizers work very differently than others. For example, I can't use something like St. Ives or most cleansers with high fragrances, because there's an ingredient which aggravates my skin.

The theme throughout is: be gentle.

1) Consistently use warm/hot water for every step. You may want to draw a comfortably hot bath if you can.

2) Use a loofa and wash product with the gentlest stuff you can find, and one which is good for your skin type. A cleanser with oatmeal or with a natural moisturizer (like coconut oil, olive oil, or shea butter) is good. Added fragrances can be a negative. If it also has exfoliating beads, it could also work. (But a cleanser with beta hydroxy acids — salicylic acid — is not, as it will irritate.) Rinse.

3) Next, a gentle exfoliator for your face (you can skip this if you're only focussed on non-face body). If you live in the U.S., there's this stuff which can be had for pretty cheaply (like ~$4 in most places, if not less). It's truly excellent, and I've used their available variation for far longer than I'll admit (like, they've changed the scent formula three times, but I've stayed with it). Don't let the lowish price throw you. Ulta carries it. Exfoliate by massaging for about a minute, but not with intense pressure. Rinse. Don't dry off.

4) Make sure your fresh razor has been sitting in, say, a glass or bowl of very hot water while you've been doing steps 1-3. Use a triple blade with a moisturizing lubricator (you could try a quadruple blade if you wanted, but those new quintuple blades are a bit overkill). For non-face, you can use Aveeno therapeutic shave cream (this one). For face, you could use this shave cream OR a second round of the exfoliating stuff in step 3.

5) Very important: do not use cold water. You need your pores to be open. Cold water slams them shut, which in turn shuts the opening for your hair to grow, inviting ingrowns.

6) Shave. First pass, go with grain; for second pass, reapply shaving cream lightly and go against grain. Be gentle. Rinse blade in hottest water regularly (i.e., hot water cup). Rinse in warm/hot water.

7) Once rinsed, gently dry off by patting your skin, not by rubbing. Almost immediately after, while your skin is still moist but no longer wet, use either coconut or olive oil on your skin to moisturize and soothe everything. (Use the actual stuff you'd find in the grocery area, not the cosmetics area). I use olive oil on my face as a leave-in moisturizer and coconut oil as a body moisturizer, but coconut oil works great everywhere. Let it be absorbed by your skin. Give yourself 15-30min for it to absorb in before wearing anything.

8) Optional for your face (as with step 3): just before step 7, use a peeling mask with polyvinyl alcohol. Again, the same maker of the stuff from #3 has a couple of options: this or this (both are roughly the same ~$4ish price as exfoliator in step #3). Apply. Let totally dry. Peel off. Then do step 7.

Try this order/regimen for a few days or a week as a trial run. If it works no better, then there may be other skin matters involved which may need a specialist to assess. Good luck!

[EDIT — adding one more thing. If you aren't already, be sure you're drinking at least three litres of water a day. This positively affects so much, including skin.]

Does she use any skincare (not makeup, but lotions, etc) currently? Ideally we suggest things based on a person's skintype, current products, etc.

A good bet would be some sheet masks - a paper mask with a serum on it you use for 20-30 minutes - they come in a variety of flavors and are one-time use. Unfortunately, you're cutting it close and most of whats available in a timely matter from amazon will be Korean/Taiwanese (if she's picky about japanese stuff).

Some amazon options are:

• Etude House I Need You Sheets
  
• Dermal
  
• Tonymoly I'm real
  
• Pinkgo Girl - some of these are lace and quite cute
  
  Some Japanese mask options:
  
  
• LuLuLun Multipack Masks, other types too
  
• PureSa Premium - quite expensive
  
• Kose Vit C masks
  
• Hada Labo Gokujyun masks - this brand is quite popular!
  
• Kracie Brightening masks - I think this is a cheaper brand
  
  And if you search "My Beauty Diary" there's a LOT of other varieties of sheet mask available on amazon that are well loved.
  
  Also, feel free to join the IRC channel. We've helped wayward SO's pick out gifts in the past.

Rave: I asked for recommendations last week for a moisturizing masks and got some great suggestions! So I ordered My Beauty Diary Hyalurunic Acid Moisturizing Masks from Amazon and used it for the first time a few days ago. I love them! I've never used a sheet mask before, but these are drenched in serum and leave my face feeling so soft and hydrated.

New Purchase: I'm trying to replace my expensive moisturizer with a cheaper option so I picked up Simple Skincare 24 Hour Nourishing Cream Moisturizer. I patch tested it last night and like it so far. Seems pretty moisturizing and absorbs very quickly!

New Purchase: I purchased Biore Sarasara Uv Aqua Rich Waterly Essence Sunscreen from Amazon and am still waiting for it to arrive. The reviews are pretty great so I'm excited to try it out. Question -- since this is a chemical sunscreen, is it okay to apply it after I finished my AM routine and before makeup? Or does it need to be applied directly to clean skin?

This is that face mask I was talking about: Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque (it used to have different packaging, but this is its “new” look). You can get it at Sally Beauty supply (if you have one) for $5.99.
https://www.sallybeauty.com/mint-julep-masque/SBS-675140.html

https://www.amazon.com/Queen-Helene-Julep-Masque-Ounce/dp/B003JMYAAW

So, for the future, when you’re no longer on Accutane, maybe this is something that’ll be helpful :D

Aww, you’re welcome!! I am so glad it was helpful :) I think one of the biggest compliments, in sort of an indirect way, is the assumptions of people, thinking my skin has always been clear.

Thinking back to before Accutane and comparing then to now, it really is crazy what a change the clearer skin has made in my life.

I so hope the same for you!! How has your experience been so far? And I totally understand what you’re saying : ) like you don’t want to get your hopes up too high. I understand! Fingers crossed, though, that you have a similar experience afterwards that I have had..!!
😊

I LOVE my Clarisonic. I know there are mixed reviews here, but I work in gross-ass theaters/outside/am sweaty, in addition to living in NYC and I wanna be clean.

Balm's Away makes waterproof/long wear anything wash right away.

Purity cleanser is another culty thing, but seriously, melts off make up, without that gross stripped feeling. And it smells nice.

Skinceuticals C E Ferulic in the AM and Nude Treatment Oil at night have made huge strides in not only my moisture level, but also my gross cystic acne scars. Without my face looking like an oil slick/aggravating my sensitive/acne-prone skin.

CeraVe In The Tub is as good as everyone says

Korres Wild Rose Brightening Eye Cream is MAGIC if you have dark circles. MAGIC.

Origins Clear Improvements is my go to "I'm going out and don't want people to see my SF's" mask. It sucks everything out (and brings lurkers to a head), and makes me look flawless, at least for the day.

hope that helps :)

They are sheet masks. They are single-use masks made out of thin sheets of fabric that are soaked in serum/"essence" which will have different benefits depending on the specific mask you use. In general, you leave them on from 15 minutes to an hour and most of them are meant to be extremely hydrating/moisturizing. They are for all skin types but you should, as always, be aware of ingredients your skin doesn't like. For example, some sheet mask brands contain denatured alcohol, which my skin DOES NOT like. If you are sensitive to fragrance, sheet masks may not be for you as they typically are scented.

Although they have infiltrated western beauty brands, the most popular sheet masks are imported from South Korea, Taiwan, or Japan. They don't seem to be a big part of mainstream SCA canon yet, but they are extremely popular over at /r/AsianBeauty if you want to find reviews and recommendations. A very well-liked brand is My Beauty Diary (the crowd favorite is Black Pearl; I like Mexico Cactus) as well as Tosowoong. The Propolis one has a cult following for healing skin woes and smelling exactly like honey. TonyMoly masks irritate my skin. I typically buy my sheet masks from Amazon. I find that they really help soften my skin and give me a glow. My acne-prone, combination/oily skin loves masks.

Personally, I think your current routine isn't looking too bad. You may want to consider using something a bit less stripping as a face wash on your oily days, have you tried the CVS cleanser on your oily days as well?

For the dry days, maybe add a hydrating toner after your spot treatment. The Hada Labo Gokujyun Lotion is pretty popular (and I've had great success with it) or the Kikumasamune Sake Skin Lotion is another great option and is fantastic for repairing the moisture barrier. You could also try adding a sheet mask (something like this or this) after your entire routine, or before you apply your oil.

Hope that helps!

Innisfree It's Real masks are a good, fairly inexpensive choice. Here's a link to a pack with Prime shipping. If you don't have Prime, there's another seller that does variety packs for around the same price. These SNP Bird's Nest masks are also really wonderful and pretty inexpensive from Amazon. Plus the box for them is so pretty. :D

Edit: Another relatively safe bet would be something that comes in cute packaging like lip balms or hand creams. If you're trying to surprise her, I would do a little snooping in the items she already uses and either take pictures or note brands. We'd be happy to help with recommendations based on any of that, too.

Problem with giving skincare to a skin care freak is they tend to picky. People give me skin care knowing I am dry and obsessed. Can be hit or miss.

What about makeup?? Peripera Lumi Lip tints are last and are not to drying. Etude jelly lips are sort of fun to try. I love Clio waterproof eye brush liner or sharp and simple pen liner. Etude has some cute makeup (not the bb creams).

If she has bangs or hair in her face I like these velcro bang fringe things to get my hair out of my face when masking. . They aren't as cute as the cat ear head band,. Nice when you are just washing your face..

https://www.amazon.com/Pretie-Velcro-Fringe-Holder-Shipping/dp/B015DQWT9K/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1469549430&sr=8-1&keywords=bang+grips+velcro


DIY masks sheets are fun.
https://www.amazon.com/Yiki-Beauty®-Fleece-Compressed-Facial/dp/B00YD8IGIS/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1469549780&sr=8-1&keywords=DIY+sheet+mask

Wash off masks are least fun to try and fairly safe as they don't stay on that long. . Skinfood has some (strawbery and black sugar). Daitoki rice one is similar. Mizon Peeling Gel. Innisfree Jeju Clay Mask (orginal) are probably safe for most skin types.

Sulwhasoo Travel kits are fun. They are a luxury brand. Fun to try. But if she has allergies to scent it is out.

I've only used this one from HL:
Hada Labo Tokyo Anti-Aging Facial Sheet Mask 4 masks 2.8 Fl. Oz each - with Super Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin E - 10 minutes at home facial, fragrance free, boosts hydration and helps restore firmness https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OFTIQ8U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TnOSAbAJDGEVC

I'm in the US and I have seen it at Walgreens and Target.

Edit: oh man, this pack of 30 looks nice as well - only one left in stock! I love using masks after my shower while my skin is still wet.

HADA LABO Koi-Gokujyun 3D Perfect Mask, 14.2 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SB69TES/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_irOSAbQY6Q711

My favourites are two by South Korean beauty brands; one sheet mask is called the Real Water Brightening Mask by a brand named Jayjun. Phenomenal sheet mask that's also really handy for travelling, as it comes with its own little samples of cleansing foam and essence from their Real Water line. What I like about this one is the fit; the sheet mask is thick, fits my face comfortably well, and is drenched (but not dripping and messy) with all the good stuff. Most sheet masks also tend to dry up after like 15-20 minutes, but I find that this lasts me at least 40 minutes but I generally keep this on my face an hour everytime I use it. This is the $2 sheet mask, as you can easily find them in packs of 10, retailing for $20, give or take a dollar. Here is one link (non-affiliate of course)!

My other favourites are pretty much anything and everything by Mediheal. The price point is similar to Jayjun's masks (and some lines even cheaper, retailing for about $10-$12 per pack of 10), and the quality is also amazing. N.M.F Aquaring Ampoule Mask is my favourite- whenever I need a hit and dose of hydration, this is my go-to.

EDIT: Added some links for my other favourite masks available on Amazon! All links are as usual, not affiliate.

• N.M.F Aquaring Ampoule Mask by Mediheal
  
• Vita Lightbeam Essential Mask by Mediheal
  
• Bombee Honey Mask by Papa Recipe

Hello! I just got all my products in the mail but I want to be clear about the order I will use them in at night. Any suggestions are welcome.

• Oil Cleanser
  ---KOSE Softy Mo Facial Cleansing Oil Speedy
  
  
• Foam Cleanser
  ---CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
  
  
• Toner
  ---Hada Labo Rohto Gokujyn Hyaluronic Acid Lotion
  
  
• Essence/Serum/Ampoule (not sure which I got)
  ---Cosrx Bha Blackhead Power Liquid
  
  
• Emulsion
  ---Cosrx Advanced Snail 92 All in one cream
  
  
• Facial Mask (2-3 times/week)
  ---My Beauty Diary Facial Mask, Black Pearl
  
  
• Cream
  ---Benton Snail Bee High content Steam Cream
  
  
• Sleeping Packs (2-3times/week)
  ---Cosrx Ultimate Moisturizing Honey Overnight Mask
  
  Also I bought this facial oil Goodal Waterest Lasting Water Ad Oil but I'm not sure where to squeeze it into my routine?
  
  In the morning I was going to use:
  
  
• Foam Cleanser
  ---CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
  
  
• Toner
  ---Hada Labo Rohto Gokujyn Hyaluronic Acid Lotion
  
  
• Sunscreen
  ---Biore Sarasara UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen SPF50+ PA+++

I have mad allergies right now, and love scheming masks. Rose are my fav. Lovely light smell, very moisturizing, and they have that coveted thin as silk style. The skin clarifying astringent masks are thicker. They have a clean, barely there smell, and definitely feel stringent-y. The double-lift masks have an amazing design and I love that something targets the neck. I recommend the gift pack from amazon.

I'm male, 26. I put nothing on my acne while my face was healing. I'll still occasionally get a pimple when I get complacent and sleep on my side or stomach. I usually try to do nothing for as long as possible, but if it seems to be getting a bit oily, I'll use a tiny dab of this for spot treatment:

http://www.amazon.com/AcneFree-Sulfur-Mask-Therapeutic-1-7/dp/B003K75SDY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1344394332&sr=8-1&keywords=Acnefree+Sulfur+Mask

It's very gentle and doesn't dry the area excessively, like salicylic acid or BP would. I'll only use it once or twice in total for a single troublesome pimple, and I only leave it on for about 10 minutes.

I started seeing results within a day or so after I stopped washing my face and treating it with topicals. As my face started to dry out, the acne started to fade extremely quickly. I was very surprised. However, I've read about different reactions as the skin returns to equilibrium. For me, my face dried out, but for others, I've heard it can get extremely oily for a day or two.

Didn't change anything in my diet, although I have been trying to snack less on things that may not necessarily be all that great for me. I've started eating more fruit too because it's cheap, delicious, and nutritious.

My acne severity varied depending on what regimen I was using at the time. One time I had so much cystic acne that it slightly deformed part of my face temporarily due to the bulging. With the last regimen I was on (the one given to me by the dermatologist, which incidentally used the most products of any regimen I had ever tried before), I had about 15-20 pimples at any given time, and my face felt like crap. After washing and applying the topicals and moisturizers, my face would feel okay, then within the next few hours, I'd be dripping with oil. So then I'd have to wash AGAIN, which irritated my skin more. And so on with the cycle.

Now my face feels great all day. Never too dry or too oily. It just needed some time to return to its equilibrium, now that it's not constantly being attacked by a smorgasbord of chemicals.

My beauty routine is something I look forward to each day, its kind of soothing and relaxing for me and I find its nice for me to take time out of my day to do something I enjoy. However, as others have said, work towards YOUR best skin, not others! If you feel that you need to do 2 sheet masks a day for hydration purposes, consider using a sleeping pack or a more hydrating essence like the skinfood royal honey line. These sheet masks by LuLuLun are relatively inexpensive as well https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QF01GU2/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1U99YKAYHJ6DJ&coliid=I2X9YYO9KU3IO9

That would definitely not saturate the pellets IMO. And I'm not totally sure I follow but do you mean open several sheet masks just to use the serum, or save used ones? I don't usually have leftover serum in the packs (use it on my neck and chest) plus I've stopped using them so I don't have any!

I love tons of sheet masks! These are a fave. I really love the ones from Tatcha as well but I bet to make your own you'd use almost as much of the serum as they do and the cost would prove it, haha.

If you haven’t tried already, I’d suggest definitely looking into Activated Charcoal. It’s praised for its ability to draw out impurities in the skin, balancing out oils, reducing acne, and shrinking pores.

I highly recommend using a charcoal mask product likeOrigins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask that you use weekly, plus a high quality exfoliating charcoal based face cleanser. I use Boacia Charcoal Cleanser daily.

These have helped me to dramatically reduce my pore size and get rid of blackheads.

Basically you want to make sure you’re sucking out that dirt on a daily basis and balancing you sebum.

I use an inexpensive primer I found on Amazon that I like better than Smashbox called Emori, not sure if it's AB or not.

My current routine (this is one week after I got the giant Tarte box with everything) is typically Skinfood Salmon concealer (my favorite concealer so far, creamier but stays, ousted Boiing), Aqua Petit Jelly BB in the lighter version- usually I use my fingers or one of those toothbrush brushes), Peripera or Etude tints as I mentioned with my ulta tinted balm, the TonyMoly powder which as I said blew me away, I have eyelash extensions so nothing there, and I have a cushion blush in a tube that I like a lot but I just got the other powder blush I mentioned. I also have and like the Missha cushion, but I like Aqua Petit Jelly more.

Waiting on this because I love this brand, it's a cotton candy setting spray?

Sorry that wasn't more enlightening but it has links :) I was just surprised to be AS entranced by AB makeup as I am by AB skincare because I was a MUA for a long time and have always been a product junkie and now I use my stupid expensive stuff on days I'm not going anywhere :O

ETA: I really have to check into eyeshadows now. I've kind of hit a wall because my whole face is handled, and I do want one of those TonyMoly bunny glosses!

ETA2, WTT:
Cotton Candy Pore Powder: https://smile.amazon.com/Holika-Sweet-Cotton-Cover-Powder/dp/B00NODDCAU/ref=pd_sim_194_13?ie=UTF8&dpID=41tJAo0UkzL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=KWA1GRGEVE77WQ72X2BA

Champagne eyeliner: https://smile.amazon.com/Lioele-Glittering-Jewel-Liner-Champagne/dp/B007XKXJO4/ref=pd_sim_194_41?ie=UTF8&dpID=41ABG0hw-6L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR121%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=KWA1GRGEVE77WQ72X2BA

Banana concealer: https://smile.amazon.com/SKINFOOD-Banana-Concealer-Korean-Beautyshop/dp/B00PKXD7UC/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1466835302&sr=1-1&keywords=korean+banana+concealer

Hyaluronic acid is my fave for frequent use. HA is good for dehydrated skin. A lot of them have HA in it, and from what I know "aloe vera" and "green tea" are usually pretty good. Not sure about cucumber.

Check out /r/AsianBeauty for some other recs (I haven't really used that many brands).

• Masks: They don't carry MBD, but they do carry the innisfree sheet masks (these), mediheal masks, mj care, and a few other brands I can't think of.
  
  
• Cushions: a few. I'm sure I saw Laneige there.
  
• Makeup: mostly etude house, limited colors.
  
• Facial care: NO OIL CLEANSERS. I know because I specifically asked. I didn't see any sunscreen either. You can find both at the newer store though. Lots of moisturizers, but few brands I recognize. Some body wash and hair care, which is neat to see since it isn't focused on much on the subreddit.
  
  After a few times inside, it feels like the owners heard of k-beauty and built their store on a few Amazon best-sellers. The innisfree no sebum powder is there, the dolly wink powder in the cat compact (but not their eyeliners or mascaras), the moistful collagen cream, the cat ears headband from etude house. The newer store seems more well-rounded in terms of product type and selection, and the salespeople are more knowledgeable.
  
  
  

I've struggled with depression and anxiety for the last 5ever so I didn't take care of myself properly besides showering and washing myself, anything more than the basics was a struggle tbh.

I slowly started getting into /r/asianbeauty because the multiple steps were a way to treat myself nicely and relax after all the mental torture I put myself through on a daily basis. I kind of zone out while I'm rubbing different layers into my face and then wake up the next morning feeling good about my skin looking flawless so the day at least starts on a good note.

A lot of skin related stuff is trial and error though too, depending on your skin type. So don't get discouraged if you start this and have crazy skin reactions. I went through two years of hell because my skin is dumber than a box of rocks and doesn't understand that I was just TRYING to help it. Also tbf I went crazy and went from using nothing to 12 different things on my face. But still. >_>

Sheet masks are fun and easy. They're really cheap, and the effects last like a day. Peel the paper off and slap it on your face. Pro tip, if it's hot where you live put them in the fridge for a few minutes and it feels lovely. Alternatively if it's cold, sit on one for a few minutes and it warms up.

Bath salts are as well if you have a bath tub. Those are my favorite. The smell with those are weird ftr. It smells very much like an old woman in the tin, however once it's in the water it smells very herbal and clean. They also last forever, you just use the lid to measure. I have a bath once or twice a week on especially hard days and they're so relaxing. That brand in general has nice salts if the smell puts you off. (If you're sensitive to smells, I do not recommend the milk protein one. It smells like vomit to me and it's over powering.)

I obvs don't know your story, but I think in general it's hard to get into things even if you don't have mental roadblocks. But once you start, it's totally worth it because it makes you feel good about yourself and it's something to look forward to at the end of the day.

I think that the best "big" number of sheet masks would have to be, just generally, Japanese brands of masks. Lululun masks are usually a pack of 7 for ~6 USD? There are also some that are dispensed like tissues by companies like Kose and Sana. My personal favorite in terms of effectiveness and cost is the Loshi Horse Oil 7-day mask pack. I got it for maybe 5 USD on sale and I saw daily improvement when I used it day after day.

This is 42 Lululun masks for 23 dollars USD on Prime.

This is 32 Sana masks (soymilk version!) for 18 dollars.

This is the mask that I was referring to.

This is very sweet! I would definitely put together the box yourself instead of doing a subscription. It will be cheaper AND more thoughtful. Some ideas for stuff to put in it:

- a big water bottle (32 or 64 oz), because you wouldn't believe how much water we're supposed to drink

- preggy pops, seabands and ginger candies for nausea

- saltines

- something indulgent, like a candle, lotion or skincare product: I love these masks

- a pregnancy journal

The best mask I've tried was Nature Republic's Real Nature Mask (Rose). I got it off of the 10pc variety pack on Amazon and I was pleasantly surprised by the results. I was really sensitive and broke out with all the other masks from that pack, but the rose one was like finding a diamond in the rough lol.

It helped calm down my acne, smelled amazing, helped fight the damage created by its sibling masks.

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AM:

• Water Cleanse: Cosrx Low-PH Gentle Morning Cleanser
  
• Toner: MISSHA Time Revolution Clear Toner
  
• Hydrating Toner: Hada Labo Gokyjun Lotion
  
• Gel moisturizer: Nature Republic Watery Gel Cream
  
• SPF: Cosrx Aloe Soothing Sun Cream, SPF 50
  
  PM:
  
  
• Oil Cleanse: Banila Co Clean It Zero Balm Purifying
  
• Water Cleanse: Neogen Green Tea Real Fresh Foam Cleanser
  
• Toner: MISSHA Time Revolution Clear Toner
  
• Treatment: Curology - Tret is at 0.04%
  
• Hydrating Toner: Hada Labo Gokyjun Lotion
  
• Essence: Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
  
• Cream moisturizer: Innisfree Green Tea Balancing Cream Ex
  
• Lip Sleeping Mask: Aritaum Ginger Sugar Overnight Mask
  
• Sleeping Pack: Holika Holika Honey Blueberry Sleeping Pack
  
  As needed: Mediheal Masks

these masks are THE MOST hilarious things to look at when in use. It's basically just paper mache ing your face, but it looks sooooo nourishing and nice afterwards :) I promise I won't use them in public like this girl ;) haha. I do not want a boat like this! <3

These are advertised as brightening, but I've found them to be very moisturizing! They were recommended to me from r/skincareaddiction.

My Beauty Diary Black Pearl Brightening Mask 2016 New Version, 8 Piece https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H4P9JPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_A5pAybQM9TKS8

I read online somewhere that it helps to think about how bad you’ll feel after picking. I always feel super guilty after so that helps me stop sometimes.

Hydrocolloid bandaids also help me a lot when im trying not to pick. They come in patches but I cut up these and it comes out cheaper:
Band-Aid Brand Hydro Seal Adhesive Bandages for Heel Blisters, Waterproof Blister Pads, 6 ct https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077TKLJ8T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eygjDb7YMHARD

I try to hide my blemishes from myself when I’m at home not wearing make up by spot treating with masks. It helps when I’m “scanning” for blemishes. Also worth noting that I have oily to normal skin and I wear the mask as a spot treatment overnight with no ill effects. I use this one;

Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque, 12 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003JMYAAW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hzgjDbY7465G3

Picking leaves me with hyperpigmentation so I use glycolic acid to fade them faster. It makes your skin more susceptible to the sun so sunscreen is a must. I use this little tube of glycolic acid. It lasts me a month because I use it every third day or so.

Paula's Choice-SKIN PERFECTING 8% AHA Gel Exfoliant-with Glycolic Acid Soothing Chamomile and Green Tea, Travel Size Leave-On Gentle Exfoliator for Normal, Dry, Oily, Combination Skin, .5 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N1QNHHA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hCgjDbVSRE5NW

*Finally, for texture, I’ve used a 1.5 mm dermaroller. I purchased mine on amazon, but it can be dangerous. After a certain length of needle, it is recommended you see a professional. Unfortunately these longer lengths really help with scars(permanent changes in skin texture). It might be worth looking into.

If you're into the mask-a-day method like somebody mentioned earlier, their masks specifically the snail kind are great. Really thick and saturated. Also this toner is really nice, has a crapton of niacinamide, tea extracts and magnolia. If you still get acne, they have a tea tree line that I've heard great things about. They're based in Taiwan? I think, but that's good if you live in the Philippines (which I only assume from your post history, sorry in advance if I'm wrong!!!!!!)

I recommend you add Thayers Witch Hazel, use this after you wash your face. It has good reviews. It cleanses and moisturizes skin. Its alcohol free and has Aloe Vera. It does have a soft rose fragrance. Even adding a benzoyl peroxide cream to put all over your face to help kill the acne causing bacteria could be beneficial. The vitamin C I would do at night I would put that on before the moisturizer and let it soak in for a bit then moisturize.

Another thing you could try are sulfur masks, it looks like you have cysts to a certain extent. Sulfur masks helped my cystic acne and blackheads whiteheads etc. If your skin isn't sensitive I'd recommend you try it. Use it once or twice a week. Acne free has a sulfur mask.


https://www.amazon.com/Thayers-Alcohol-free-Petal-Witch-Hazel/dp/B00016XJ4M

https://www.amazon.com/Acnefree-Therapeutic-Sulfur-Mask-Ounce/dp/B003K75SDY


Here's a link on Amazon for the witch hazel and sulfur mask.

Peal off face masks are the bomb! I have one from japan I got on amazon. I use it only on my nose and chin, so it's not quite as satisfying as the old cucumber (not this one but a similar one) full-face one I used to have. But it's still nice. I really need to get me a new cucumber one, just to have. I loved the smell of it.

I just started using Acnefree's Sulfur Mask every other day. It is great for clearing up acne and drying up oil slicks. My forehead always got super oily by mid-morning and I don't wear any makeup. It has since helped a ton to give me a more 'normal' finish to my skin. It can also be used as a spot treatment and it's pretty cheap!

Edit: Here's the link. They ship to India!

Feliz Navidad by Jose Feliciano!. I'm Mexican American and I like how the song is in Spanish and English. I also like the beat. My mom would always play it around the house during Christmas. It reminds me of my childhood.

I have this cute princess Mononoke in my plushie WL and this $3.49 Japanese face mask in my beauty/make up WL. This $4.29 hair bow in my beauty WL.

Yes! Here are my current faves:

Corsx Low BHA Mask

Klairs Vitamin E Mask

Glow Recipe Watermelon mask (when paired with something more moisturizing, I am super dry)

Corsx Overnight Nourishing Mask

Origins Hello Calm Mask

I like to have a few options based on what my skin seems to need. I also use a regular night cream if I am not masking. But I typically mask 4x a week.

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Yeah, I definitely agree that it's pricey, but it's lasted me over a year. I just put on a really thin layer because it works just as well as slathering it on. I might put a little more around my T-zone, but other than that, a little goes a long way!

On a separate note, I've also heard many good things about this Skin Food Rice Mask. I'm thinking of getting it next, and it's a lot less pricey, too!

Hey everyone! I'm almost out of sheet masks and I don't get paid again til next Friday so I'm looking for a cheap option to get tonight just to hold me over until next payday haha. My skin is dry and I live in a very dry desert (temperatures are 100F/37C+ now) so I want masks that will be good for moisturizing. I've been using Skinfood's Beauty Berry recently and I love it, but I can't seem to find it on Amazon so I'm looking for other options. Out of these four, which do y'all recommend?: one two three four

I've got the Ibuki Refining Moisturizer from Shiseido, and I quite like it (although the scent took some getting used to, its floral. Now I actually like it).

A combo I'm really enjoying is a thin layer of Ibuki cream with a thin layer of CosRX rice mask on top. I wake up glowing with even skin tone :).


https://www.amazon.com/Shiseido-Refining-Enriched-Moisturizer-Unisex/dp/B00F9SX9RY/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_194_tr_img_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=FV3EZWJDNHJRCMWQKV22

https://www.amazon.com/Cosrx-Ultimate-Nourishing-Rice-Overnight/dp/B01N13W31F/ref=sr_1_2_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1493349763&sr=1-2&keywords=cosrx+rice+overnight+mask

Definitely a sheetmask. I recommend anything with aloe or snail mucin for their soothing and healing/cell repair properties! My favorites:

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0195VBAIU/ref=twister_B0195YK0EW?_encoding=UTF8&th=1

https://smile.amazon.com/Naruko-Snail-Essence-Intense-Repair/dp/B00KC3PCLM/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1491326062&sr=1-3&keywords=naruko

Hi there!

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I'm really enjoying The Ordinary products I have! I use their Lactic Acid 10% + HA 2% and it's been working well. I believe they are a Canadian company so it shouldn't be too pricey for you! There was also a really helpful guide floating around about their products if you search The Ordinary in the search bar.

I haven't tried a lot of their moisturizing products but I am using their Hyaluronic Acid + B5 to aid in my hydration (I mix with Shark Sauce then top with CosRx Ultimate Moisturizing Honey Overnight Mask . That CosRx product is also reasonably priced on Amazon but may be slightly over 15CAD.

DIY Licorice Mask

So, Shark Sauce seemed to break me out, which made me real sad... especially as I was hoping to up my licorice root game. Enter DIY. I ordered a bunch of those compressed sheet masks off Amazon, along with licorice root tea and alcohol-free licorice root extract. I boiled and steeped the tea, then refrigerated it. After cleansing and toning, I put some of the tea in a dish, added a few drops of tea tree oil, and let the mask do its thang. While it absorbed, I smoothed four drops of the licorice root extract onto my skin. I put the sheet mask on, silicone cover over that, and chilled for a half hour. My skin has seemed more even, and of course, more hydrated. I plan on doing this at least 3x/week, and consider it to be an essence step. I'm so excited to see if it helps ease my redness in the long run!

Yeah, those are sheet masks.

If you want a link to Amazon, here's the rice and the black sugar

Clay masks are definitely good for oily skin, but since you said you have combination skin, you might use clay masks for oily parts. Honestly, if you don't have any problem using clay masks no matter what your skin profile is, you're fine. I have dry skin and I use clay masks occasionally.

Most lotions/creams break me out, as well, but otherwise I'm not acne prone, unless it's hormone related. My fave every day moisturizer, since I'm a bit on the oily side, is a nice blorp of Hada Labo Gokujyun Hyaluronic Lotion (liquidy gel consistency, very hydrating) mixed with a drop or two of my fave facial oil (my personal prefs are seabuckthorn, argan, hemp, or rosehip seed).

I've also been able to use CeraVe Moisturizing Cream and COSRX Ultimate Nourishing Rice Spa Overnight Mask (says mask, but its really just a moisturizer) without any reactions.

For the dullness you mentioned, have you ever tried out some AHA toners? AHAs have done wonders for my complexion. I've used both The Ordinary's Glycolic Toner and Pixi Glow Tonic.

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• Donkey Milk Skin Gel Mask AQUA
  
• a huge variety of My Scheming masks https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A5ZJABY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_4bQLxbDK9NFT5
  
  
• Mizon Snail Wrinkle Care Sleeping Pack
  
• Biore UV Aqua Rich watery essence SPF 50
  
• Mizon Snail Recovery Gel Cream
  
  

Not sure if all facial masks are made alike but I recently purchased Innisfree's Paper Masks and they have been really good to my skin :)

Is it the Honey Cermide Overnight Mask:
https://www.amazon.com/Cosrx-Ultimate-Moisturizing-Honey-Overnight/dp/B018IX7N2S/ref=sr_1_sc_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1480863486&sr=8-3-spell&keywords=cosrxHoney+Ceramide

Or the Honey Cermide Full Moisture Cream:
https://www.amazon.com/Cosrx-Honey-Ceramide-Moisture-Cream/dp/B00XY0ZWH4/ref=sr_1_sc_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1480863486&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=cosrxHoney+Ceramide

Which one do you recommend? Thanks :)

I love using a cream and then layering on a sleeping pack! I have had good experiences with Laniege Water Sleeping Pack, Innisfree Wine Jelly Sleeping Pack, and I'm currently working through my second jar of Holika Holika Honey Blueberry Sleeping Pack because it smells that good... :D

Happy to help! Here are a few mask combo packs from Amazon that might work for your needs:

(1) http://www.amazon.com/My-Beauty-Diary-Carnival-Party/dp/B0160BKHNM/ref=sr_1_12_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1457020338&sr=8-12&keywords=my+beauty+diaries

(2) http://www.amazon.com/Innisfree-Real-Facial-Sheet-sheets/dp/B0081QFVQI/ref=pd_sim_194_5?ie=UTF8&dpID=51r%2BVzpwl7L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=0BAZBRPVZGRB63B7EDRN

TonyMoly Cats Wink Clear Pact. It's just a clear, matte powder. I had to get it because it's adorable!

I personally don't see results with sheet masks. I've tried a lot and I think the peel off ones or even scrubs work the best! I've tried this and I like it. You do need a lot on for it to peel off nicely

https://www.amazon.com/Freeman-Cucumber-Facial-Peel-Off-Mask/dp/B00005NFBJ

I have not tried a ton of them, tbh. I bought this set as a way to try out a bunch of different kinds. The hyaluronic acid and other hydrating ones are nice. I haven't noticed much of a scent on really any of them. The essence on the masks lasts a really long time (~1 hr).

There are some astringent ones in the box I bought, but I'm saving them for summer.

I have not tried the silk ones but am dying to! Fiddy Snails has a post where she recommended a few different kinds. The Hot Springs Water silk masks are definitely next on my list to try!

I love LuLuLun Pink - I use them everyday in the winter when my skin needs the extra moisture. They're not individually packaged, so it's important to: a) use tweezers to fish out the masks and minimize contamination and b) transfer the pack to something like a Snaplock container to keep them moist. Following those two mandates, I've never had any trouble with them.

I love [this] (Daiso Japan Natural Pack Charcoal Peel Off Mask, 80 Gram https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EGGJT88/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hRcDybENVXQQF) one! Makes your face soft af and seeing the gunk that comes out is so oddly satisfying.

Ok! Well I am a 24 yr old female with combination skin. I am normal on my cheeks but oily in my T zone. I've dealt with severe cystic acne my entire life but after seeing a dermatologist and getting chemical peels and changing my diet, it went down drastically. Now I am just left with hormonal acne on my chin and some discoloration on my skin. So here is my brand new routine I started a week ago! Many of these products have made people break out but it's just about finding what's right for you :)

Morning

Use [low ph Cleanser] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016NRXO06/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

[Toner] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LUU42NU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

[vitamin C serum] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G2TQNZ4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

[Moisturize] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AF63QQE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1)

[sunscreen] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SM99KWU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

Nighttime

Oil cleanse with [this] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000V2FBAQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

same cleanser

same toner

A [random sheet mask] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BAM7F8C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

same vitamin C serum (under eyes only)

[collagen cream] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016AEC63I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

[overnight moisturizer] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018IX7N2S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

I've also been taking [primrose oil supplements] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NH5AK2S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) but it's only been a week and I'm not sure if it's doing anything yet. I bought some other stuff too but since this worked for me, I am sticking with it and might change it up next week and add more things in.

I don't really know of anything similar. For gentle exfoliating, I like Skinfood's Rice Mask, it's currently £7.99 on Amazon Prime or if you don't mind waiting you can get sample sachets on eBay for about £4.

1. https://i.imgur.com/NGJxJjG.jpg no makeup!
   
   
2. 
   https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003JMYAAW/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I2KTRHBN188CD8&colid=27Z1AU3E4B3XJ&psc=1 one of my favorite masks!
   3.Merry Fridaymas!
   
   
3. I'm taking my daughter to the zoo!
   
   
4. done!
   
   
5. /u/sandwich_creator has been a ton of fun to chat with!

It looks like it's gone up a few bucks. :( I got the clear beige because I was afraid the other color would be too light.

I purchased it from here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008J54UHW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

(If you have prime it does come with free 2 day shipping!)

I think most sheet masks are gimmicky because alot of them contain a large amount of alcohol and fillers such as acrylic acid and fragrance( I'm not completely against fragrance and fillers but it shouldn't be in higher quantities then the beneficial skincare ingredients) , I typically make my own by buying plain sheet masks in bulk for example these : https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00YD8IGIS/ref=sxbs_sxwds-stvp_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1519502403&sr=2
Then putting them into a Ziploc bag with a large amount of a low viscoity product like the Hada labo lotion or scinic ampoules. Then I just leave them in the fridge for whenever I want to use it. Typically to make a batch of 100 costs 35 dollars which makes it 35 cents per use

Try this. You can buy it at most drug stores. Love, Trollx/Skincareaddiction.

I clean around the entire perimeter, and attempt to massage grits out of my face during oil cleansing --- which actually works (though probably more so now because I actually have things underneath my skin)! I also notice that the CC's have started to form on my cheeks which is slightly freaking me out. It's like a plague!

I applied a [peel off mask cream] (https://www.amazon.com/Daiso-Japan-Natural-Pack-Charcoal/dp/B00EGGJT88) to one of my cheeks -- I wanted to see if anything would come out---and my goodness, the amount of mutated oily follicles! Afterwards, the treated cheek also melt much smoother than any other part of my face.

I'm about to take a charcoal peel mask to my entire face, but probably shouldn't be so drastic...

I think that's a special one off mask, considering its almost $4 for one Mask.

The regular black pearl masks are always available on amazon prime! You get 10 in a box.

I'm currently really enjoying Holika Holika's blueberry sleeping pack. I alternate it with CosRx's honey mask depending on the weather.

I spot treat with sulfur. It does WONDERS for really painful pimples like this and I just glob it on over and around the spot overnight, in the morning they are usually much smaller and less painful. I use this one: http://www.amazon.com/Acnefree-Therapeutic-Sulfur-Mask-Ounce/dp/B003K75SDY

I also sometimes use a 20-30 min honey mask before bed and then sulfur. Helps to calm my skin.

I'm in the same boat. Usually I'm a hydrated oil slick but baby has dried out my skin something awful

I've been using Marula oil + Klairs vitamin c serum in am/pm post toner. Before bed I use Weleda Skin Food – (this stuff is crazy!! I put it on my elbows, knees, and feet and cuticles too), then seal it in with that oil/serum combo. Some nights I mix Skin Food w/ Drunk Elephant B Hydra

I use rotation of My Beauty Diary Squalene or Mexico Cactus, and Papa Recipe Bombee Honey mask

Thanks, I think I've seen it, we're talking about this one right?

I had cystic acne as well and these are the moisturizers I use that never broke me out. Remember though, everyone's skin is different so make sure to patch test before you continue to use it.

[1] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AF63QQE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

[2] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018IX7N2S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

*[3] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016AEC63I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

• the first one I only use during the day and the next two I use at night layered ontop of one another as a sleeping pack.

Here's a really useful article: http://skinandtonics.com/the-importance-of-fatty-acids-ph-moisture-barrier-how-i-eliminated-my-acne-decreased-my-skin-sensitivity/

I use chemical exfoliants and Stratia Liquid Gold mixed with CosRX Ultimate Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask as my AM and PM moisturizing step and they're phenomenal. I used to get dry skin during the winter and now my skin looks plump and hydrated year round.

There are a few sellers on Amazon who sell in bulk and ship here. Here's one
Nature Republic Real Nature Mask Sheet 10pcs Original Korean Mask Sheet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0174YMN7W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_VqBGzbS1ARXYY

A charcoal face mask is an actual product.

Blackface is racist, 100%.

This snap, however, just seems like the Thrive Presidential candidate just made a bad joke at a bad time. It seems like she put on a charcoal facemask as part of a normal beauty routine, and then she used that opportunity to make a bad joke. I dont think she purposely put on the mask to make the joke, I think she just made the joke in passing without thinking much of it.

If all of this is worth dropping out of the race, thats up to you.

It’s a Daiso Mask!

Daiso Japan Natural Pack Charcoal Peel Off Mask, 80 Gram https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EGGJT88/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_88MHAbNFYAGBK

Amazon typically has some variety packs available, linked to a few here:
MBD Carnival
TonyMoly I'm Real
Innisfree
MyScheming
Etude House I Need You

I have combination skin and during the day I use Hada Labo Rohto Hadalabo Gokujun Hyaluronic Lotion Moist and Cosrx Advanced Snail cream as moisturizers.

At night I will also use the same products but if I feel I need more moisture, I will add a 3rd moisturizer: Cosrx Ultimate Moisturizing Honey Overnight Mask. This is a cream and definitely feels heavier and a bit tacky. I'm not a fan of it but I haven't found anything better so far...

Is it something like Freeman's Cucumber Peel-Off Masks?

It sure is. Though I've never used the tube one before, mine comes in a jar. It's so much mask. So much.

Kind of the wrong subreddit to post this, would be better suited for /r/asianbeauty or /r/koreanbeauty.

I use the Hada Labo Hyaluronic Lotion (or any moisturizing toner) with peelable cotton puffs or a compressed facial sheet.

I ordered the Innisfree Rose and Rice Sheet masks and they arrived very quickly. Hado Labo arrived eventually (and I wasn't impressed with this set).


If you're in the UK, The Face Shop Solution set arrived literally the next day for me.

Picked it up from amazon! http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003JMYAAW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I also just found this on Amazon.

I use the Holika Holika Blueberry Honey Sleeping Pack and it is so moisturizing and leaves my skin feeling soft. It's not sticky, sinks in, and smells so good.

There are specially formulated "peel off" masks for this purpose that don't cost much more than a bottle of Elmer's glue. Spend the extra 38 cents.

Here:
http://www.amazon.com/Yiki-Beauty%C2%AE-Fleece-Compressed-Facial/dp/B00YD8IGIS/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1464232992&sr=1-1&keywords=compressed+sheet+mask

This set bought from Amazon Comes with a variety of 24 masks.

> http://www.amazon.com/Yiki-Beauty%C2%AE-Fleece-Compressed-Facial/dp/B00YD8IGIS/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1464232992&sr=1-1&keywords=compressed+sheet+mask

Does take a while to get...

I'm using a skin neutral cleanser with an pH of 5,5 from a German brand with an electric face brush or a konjak sponge. After that I'm using the [Bioderma Sebium AKN] (https://www.amazon.com/Bioderma-Sebium-Smoothing-Purifying-Unisex/dp/B0052EOHM6/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1465759930&sr=8-1&keywords=bioderma+sebium+akn) chemical peeling with 2% salicylic acid and 10% citric acid. My moisturiser is the [Clinique moisture surge extended thirst relive] (https://www.amazon.com/Clinique-Moisture-Extended-Thirst-Relief/dp/B00OAYFGRY/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1465759971&sr=8-1&keywords=clinique+extended+thirst+relief) and in the evening [the overnight mask] (https://www.amazon.com/Clinique-Moisture-Surge-Overnight-Types/dp/B00AN5TRKG/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1465760040&sr=8-1&keywords=clinique+moisture+surge+overnight) from the same series. When I need to put on make up I'm additionally using the precleans from dermalogica. One time a week when my skin feels very greasy, I'm using the [origins claymask] (https://www.amazon.com/ORIGINS-Clear-Improvement-Active-Charcoal/dp/B004W75SLI/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1465760085&sr=8-1&keywords=origins+clay+mask).

Just to confirm. Is this what you used?
http://www.amazon.com/Queen-Helene-Julep-Masque-Ounce/dp/B003JMYAAW/ref=lh_ni_t?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

I often make oat milk with fermented oat extract and oat beta glucans then soak it in compressed sheet mask.

Are the black peel off masks any good or do they actually cause damage? Ive seen very mixed opinions? This: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Baviphat%C2%AE-Daiso-Natural-Cleansers-Exfoliators/dp/B00EGGJT88/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1469118703&sr=8-2&keywords=charcoal+mask is what I was looking at.

I had a bit of a cold a few weeks ago that resulted in flaky, red, painful skin around my nostrils from all the nose-blowing. One thing that helped me is the CosRX Rice mask. I just slathered that shit on and was all healed a couple days later. Not sure if this is heavy-duty enough for you, but it's worth a shot -- especially given how cheap it is!

Anyone seen this cosrx rice mask in a tube before? Is it real or a fake? [amazon link here]([Cosrx] Ultimate Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask 60g / NEW 2017 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N13W31F/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_8Z2-ybNQNZDM8)

Two ain't so bad

Jillian Michaels workout dvd from my high priority WL + $1.25 (plus 3.99 shipping) GEES BOOKS used paperback copy of The Lost Symbol from my under $5 WL = $13.37

Three's a crowd!

Colorful pens and peel off face mask, both from my add on list + $0.25 (plus 3.99 shipping) bookloversbooks used paperback copy of The Historian from my under $5 WL = $13.37

I'm going to keep looking though!