• HELLO
  • BLOG
  • PORTFOLIO
Menu

XOXO, JOYCE

  • HELLO
  • BLOG
  • PORTFOLIO
kiehl's deep pore mask, fresh black tea mask, ole henriksen blue/black berry enzyme mask, chantecaille fruit & flower acids mask

Sampling Masks

April 19, 2013

Kiehl's Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque
I grabbed a sample of this from Nordstrom one day, and was really curious to try this clay mask. This mask isn't very drying for a clay mask, and hardens slightly after application. I did only use it once since I just had a sample pot that then hardened, but it did minimize pores somewhat. I thought the mask was ok, but nothing amazing enough to make me really want to buy it!

Fresh Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask
I got a sample of this from Sephora and thought it would be interesting to try out. I hadn't really looked at it before, but it had a really interesting texture. It was velvety, almost like Vaseline, but not oily or heavy. It has a nice light scent - to me like cucumber and tea - and my boyfriend thought the scent was pleasant as well. It definitely tingled while wearing it, and even felt tingly afterwards for quite some time, which actually kind of freaked me out. It didn't bother my boyfriend, and he thought it was nice. It is quite pricey, so I don't know that I would buy it, however.

Ole Henriksen Blue/Black Berry Enzyme Mask
This was a sample I picked up for my boyfriend, as he is a big fan of Ole Henriksen. :) He thought it felt moisturizing and creamy on, which he thought was nice, but he didn't find that his skin was any different afterwards. I know I have limited experience with enzyme/acid masks, and I think he doesn't quite understand them either!

Chantecaille Fruit & Flower Acids Mask
I picked up a sample of this at Neiman Marcus when I was actually looking for a sample of their Detox Clay Mask. (Such a sample does not seem to exist!) Anyway, this mask has a nice subtle sweet scent and a nice creamy texture. It feels slightly tingly on, and my skin felt nice afterwards. But this is another one that seems too pricey to purchase!

So in the end, I didn't purchase any of these masks. I think I prefer more clay type masks (Koh Gen Do Brightening Spa Moisture Mask is awesome!) and their immediate effects. I suppose I need to try more acid type masks to see more long term impact! Either way, if I were to dive into that, I would grab either the Ole Henriksen or the Ren Glycolactic Radiance Renewal Mask that gets so many positive reviews!

What are your favorite masks? Do you prefer clay masks or acid ones? What should I be trying?? :)

This post contains affiliate links. 

In Sample Stash
← Added to the Wishlist: Le LaboThe Eucerin Skin Calming Range Is Perfect For My Dry Skin! →
IMG_0228.JPG

Joyce

A 30-something living outside Chicago with a love for luxury goods and fine dining. Stick around to see what I’m loving!

Shop My Feed on LiketoKnow.It

CURRENT OBSESSIONS

Disable your ad blocking software to view this content.

INStagram

Loving this combo lately! Been taking the little pouch from the LV multipochette with me to run errands. 😍 It’s perfect to fit keys, wallet & hand sanitizer! Are you a small bag/wristlet person?? 😀
Totally forgot to share that I cut my own hair last weekend. 😂 Swipe to see the before & after!
Dinner last night @mainstreetsoc! How pretty is this cocktail?? 😍Their lobster capellini is one of my fave dishes to order there. What are you up to this weekend?!
I think I was the only person wearing pants at the beach today 😂 but honestly the water was freezing and it was only 71 degrees outside. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Hope you’re all having a happy Saturday!
Finally breaking out this beauty today! I don’t know why I didn’t use it sooner! 

How are y’all feeling about the Chanel price increase? Did you manage to buy something from your wishlist before it happened?? I’m over here th
Happy Tuesday! I haven’t been on here too much lately - I’ve been really into gardening and started an Instagram lol! What have you all been up to lately?
A few favorites for this sunny Monday!

☀️ Need to get my life together in my planner again. For those wondering, this is the LV Paul notebook cover and it’s no longer available. 😭 Lots of planner content over on my other account @bunnyplans!
Excited to finally be wearing a cute summer outfit and actually have plans. 😀 I might even put on some makeup hehe. Happy Friday! What are you up to this weekend??
Can’t wait to wear my pretty new earrings from @auratenewyork 💕 Happy Monday!

© 2020 | XOXO, Joyce