At the beginning of self-iso, I thought I would challenge myself to 30 days of face masks. Like lots of things I wanted to do during this time, it didn’t happen. But I did manage seven consecutive days, so here are my thoughts!

Day 1:

The day that started it all! I was feeling really blugh and so wanted to pep myself up a bit by doing a face mask. Note: face masks aren’t usually what I turn to when I need some self care. BUT! It felt like a productive task. I opened my face mask drawer (yes, drawer!!!!) and was overwhelmed by choice. To ease myself in to the challenge, I used the first mask I saw, which was my most recent face mask purchase- Swisse Skincare Manuka Honey Detoxifying Clay Mask – as recommended by @thebeautyroast who claims it’s a Glam Glow dupe! I’ve never tried the Glam Glow one so I can’t comment on that sorry. I use it on my T-zone predominately and really like it. However, most masks I disobey the ‘leave on for blah blah amount of time’ instruction because I feel like I – as an AdULt – can be the judge of that. This mask, however, I leave on for 10 minutes MAX! Because it gets very dry and uncomfortable. (70g, $20.99)

I always double mask, with my second choice being a something rich in hydration. Today I chose the Andalou 1000 Roses Rosewater Mask and left it on overnight. Lovely! (50g, $24.99)

Day 2

So even though yesterday I said I always double mask – tonight I broke my own rule! I was gifted the ESK Hydroxy Overnight Mask which instructs you to use after cleansing, in place of your night routine. So I did! I had seen that Elayne from @skincaresweets had used and enjoyed it so I was excited. When I first put on the mask, it felt nice. But my skin is used to hydration in the evenings and so I spent all night feeling like I wanted to pop on some moisturiser. This feeling was still there in the morning. My blemishes looked less red and my skin felt really smooth and less textured however it also felt tight. Elayne didn’t have this problem but she has oily skin. I have combo skin, and so when I use this again I’ll either pair it with some moisturiser or use it as a spot treatment.

Update! I used this a few days later as a spot treatment and it worked soooo well! Much prefer it for this purpose. (Gifted) (15g, $50.00)

Day 3:

I’m finding it hard to balance active and detoxing masks with hydration so today I used the Tribe Skincare Chill Out Hydrating Mask by itself. I sometimes use this as a night mask but it leaves the skin feeling very tacky. So today I used it by itself and then washed it off after 15 minutes. It kind of smells like cucumber, which is fine for me but just something to keep in mind hah. I don’t think I would repurchase this because I have other hydrating masks I prefer. (50ml, $65)

Day 4:

The whole idea of this challenge is to try and use up items before they go out of date. I’m really going to try and make this include mini sizes as well. I tell you this because today’s mask – the Innisfree Capsule Recipe Pack in Canola Honey – is marketed as a ‘one use’ but I often get (at least!) 3 uses out of these! So I will repeat this mask a few times. The mask claims to provide intensive moisture and nourishment to the skin. I was surprised to open it and find that it actually looks like honey and has a similar consistency just without so much stickiness. It felt so nice on my skin, instantly nourishing! I left it on for well over ten minutes because it felt so nice on my skin. (10ml, $3.00)

Day 5:

I was feeling particularly dry today, so lathered myself in the Lanolips Face Base Aussie Flyer Mask . This is the first time I’ve used this mask. I’ve heard it compared to the Summer Fridays Jet Lag mask, which I’ll compare next! It has a slightly ‘soapy’ fragrance which didn’t bother me but just be aware of. My skin soaked this up so quickly, I would say for me it worked as a heavy duty moisturiser rather than a mask, per se. My skin felt nice the night I used it but wasn’t overly soft or plumped the following morning. It’s nice but idk, not sold on it yet. (60ml, $25.99)

Day 6:

Like I said yesterday, I’ve heard that the Lano Face Base is a dupe for Summer Fridays Jet Lag mask. Again, I’ve never tried the SF so tonight was my first time – I had it in a little sample pot from Mecca. First impressions, the texture is very similar to Lano. And similarly to Lano, my sin soaked this up and I didn’t have to remove it. Left on overnight I didn’t wake up with ‘wow super soft’ skin but would say this acted like an intense moisturiser. This one was a bit more oily in consistency than Lano, IMO.

After trying both Lano and SF, both of which I used as an overnight mask, I think that whilst I enjoyed both of them, I wouldn’t rush out to buy either again. I don’t think I would buy the SF at all. Lano is good to have on hand, but I if I need some intensive overnight moisture, I will always turn to my beloved Weleda Skin Food (75 ml, $24.95 – making it bigger and cheaper than Lano). It’s my fave overnight mask and literally transforms my skin during the night. She’s the real MVP and I think she’s the reason my standards of overnight masks are SOOOO high.

For some more opinions, I liked reading these SFJL reviews by Team Man Repeller.

(64g, $77)

Day 7:

Today I’m trying the first sheet mask of the week, with the Enbacci Vitis Vinifera Rejuvenating Mask. I like sheet masks because they’re not messy, and pretty no-fuss. However, I also like masks that come in a jar because they’re less wasteful in the sense that you aren’t throwing away the sheet after one use. But, jar masks can be wasteful if you don’t get through them?? Win some, lose some- pick you battles 😉 This sheet is quite thick and big (as in, t’ll easily cover your entire face!) It was quite juicy too, which I always like to be able to use the excess serum down my neck and chest. My skin defintely felt hydrated after this, and whilst it has ‘age revitalising’ claims (I’m 19) I think it’s a pretty fab all-rounder. No irritations and made my skin feel more ‘alive’. Enbacci is an Aussie brand, and this mask has a $20 price tag which is a bit more than I’d usually pay for a face mask however, if you’re looking for a really luxe pamper treatment for you or a friend, I would recommend these. (Gifted) ($20 for one, $73 for five, 20ml each.)

@i_shall_shop and @allmyshittymakeup have both reviewed Enbacci too!

So, surprise, I actually have two more reviews for you. But ‘9 Days of Face Masks’ doesn’t really have the same ring to it as ‘7 Days’ does it? Haha. Let’s do a rapid fire round…

Day 8:

I have never actually bought the full size Sand & Sky Australian Pink Clay Porefining Face Mask as I seem to have numerous mini tubes I’ve collected from various occasions. This mask is the bomb!! Seriously, it detoxifies without being harsh, leaving you with clean and fresh skin. I find it gentle enough to use all over but also it’s extremely effective as a spot treatment. It’s a cult classic for a reason! ($69.90 for 60g, $39.90 for 30g)

Day 9:

Ok, so not actually a face mask, but under-eye patches, Good Molecules Caffeine Energising Hydrogel Eye Patches. These are super juicy, yet don’t slip and slide all over your face. I find a lot of under-eye masks sting my sensitive skin, so am always a bit apprehensive. These ones don’t do that at all which is why I like them so much. I don’t find that they actually do anything in terms of brightening however they do make my under eyes more hydrated and so I like to use them in the mornings before makeup. (Gifted) (60 patches/30 pairs, $18USD)

Have you tried any of these masks? What’s your favourite face mask?

Items that were gifted were done so without the obligation to review or post, just FYI.

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Sharing some notes from tonight’s Sand & Sky Customer Event via Zoom. More info coming soon!

Speakers:

Sarah Hamilton – Managing Director Sand & Sky 

Sarah Davidson – Founder of Matcha Maiden 

Nassim Belhaq- Head of innovation, Sand and Sky 

Nassim’s fave skincare tips 

• Warm up the skincare on the back of your hand, in circular motions, to help with the penetration into the epidermis. 

• Tap on the external contours on the eyes  quite strongly. Facilitates the regeneration process of skin that is most active at night. 

Nassim’s Isolation skin tips 

• Problems may be caused by dryness: staying home, decreased level of physical activity. Bring moisture to your skin. 
• Still protect your skin from UV rays. Even staying home, your skin is still impacted by the sun. Particularly if you were in the habit of applying sunscreen, keep this up! 
• In summary, keep it hydrated and protected. 

Even if you’re not feeling actively feeling anxious, there is a major change in our lives that is often presenting itself in our skin – Sarah D 

Seize the YAY – what brings you joy. Rather than ‘seize the day’ which is the idea of glorifying busy. 

Teaser of upcoming products: Unique Australian ingredients, different skin concerns, 3 new ingredients. It will address something new! 

Sarah H – has put down her business books and picked up fiction! And Netflix in addition to her usual ABC News. Masking at breakfast. 

Sarah D – Meme community has upped its game.  ‘It’s like earth has sent us to our rooms to think about what we’ve done.’ It’s given us the gift of time. In a time of tragedy, you might feel bad by doing things that make us feel good. But make the most of the fact, we are being forced to stay and home and indulge in things that we would never do. We finally have a forced excuse. Let go of the guilt. (Was still wearing her QANTAS pjs with her blazer).  ‘Around this time, I bet Marie Kondo is mad she threw all that shit out.’ 

Nassim – calling his grandma everyday, who is 90 years old and lives in the South of France. She is amazed that she can talk to him whilst he is so far away!

Adding magnesium, berries and immunity boosters to his diet. 

Gary Gorrow – 

Inter connection of all aspects of human life, it is hard to isolate anything. 

What is one thing I can do to increase my health and happiness?
Meditation and mindfulness is about re- orientating.

This time can be used to become introspective. 

Often in achievement mode, with a final destination. 

It is ok to live inside yourself. 

Shifted from action mode to being mode. 

Shed you mind completely, to be just aware. 

When you’ve been in awe of something, you mind’s gone offline. 

The present moment is the most sacred moment. 

But our mind has the ability to project ourselves away from the present – blessing and a curse. Can breed anxiety and unnecessary worry. 

Balance between being visionary and attachment to this idea. 

Happy tears and sad tears taste different! 

Finger tracing mindful technique

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This post was inspired by Vivienne – you can read her beautiful blog here.

I’ve had this post sitting in my drafts for ages and forgot about it! Autumn is very nearly over so I wanted to share it now before I forgot again xx

Normally, I love summer. Give me dresses and sunshine and beach days!

However, now that I’m at uni and work – I have fun dressing for the cooler months. I no longer have to shiver in a tights, an itchy woolen jumper and a kilt! Hurrah!

Therefore, my wishlist for clothing items is rather large. Give me all those cosy things. I’m also on the hunt for the perfect casual black boot. Recommendations are appreciated!

Style

I’m seriously lusting over this Olivia & Co ‘warm caramel’ bag (that’s how Daisy described it haha) and the fact that my name is on the example image makes it feel like it’s meant to be hah!

Uniqlo’s new collection is filled with practical yet stylish pieces – I have my eye on this cute colour jacket!

So pullovers like this are trendy now and I am all here for some practical layers!

Love the colour of this teddy coat, and it’s on sale too!

I had picked my uni backpack months in advance, but failed to fit my laptop case in it prior to my first day – oops. So I have been carrying my laptop around for the last three weeks and it’s honestly so annoying. I managed to find a cheap but convenient backpack from Kmart for $7.50 but I love the look of this one. It has a side drink bottle holder which is a must, but I’m not sure it would fit my laptop… I’ll need to measure!

Think I need this balloon-sleeved cardigan in both colour-ways please and thanks, Kmart.

Beauty

I was going to say, ‘aww I don’t really have much on my beauty wishlist because I bought pretty much all of Priceline in the half price sale’ but ha ha ha no I scrolled the new in section of Mecca and Sephora and curated this list.

Lanolips launched a new colour in their tinted 101 ointment and ekkk it’s so pretty!!

I’ve heard good things about Sephora-brand skincare, and I like the look of this set!

This is a fab way to try Marc Jacobs products, but also would make a sweet gift.

I’ve honestly never heard of this brand but it looks v v pretty soooooo…. and I love a set, as I may have mentioned!

I’m all about those shimmery peach vibes. Get on my cheekbones!

Another lip product set… are we surprised? Such great value though!!

I saw RMS featured on Matilda’s page and umm hi have I been living under a rock? This aesthetic – divine.

These Nars lip products are so popular right now, and having seen the shade Dolce Vita on some of the Mecca staff I’m convinced i need it… the $45 price tag may say otherwise.

Hope you enjoyed this kind of post… let me know in the comments. And I’d love to know – what’s on your wishlist?

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