Hello girlfriends!
Time for new beauty routine hacks and today we are going to talk about face mask sheets.
Yup sisters, your very own face mask sheets (whatever brand you’re currently using).
It is undeniable one of the beauty products that are always on our beauty shelves. You see various brands and variants in all beauty stores, including online stores and it’s crazy because even I myself have this unexplainable liking about it.
And here in East Asia, many face mask sheets are mostly Korean and Japanese brands and I admit, they are GOOOODDDD!
Some women in the west don’t understand our little obsessions for face mask sheets, but I will tell you, ladies – spending a little quality time with yourself wearing a face mask sheet is totally worth it.
They still didn’t know that this little sheet of softness is our Asia’s secret to achieve that natural glowing face.
By and by, the face mask sheet phenomenon is expanding outside the continent, thanks to the help of the internet and social media, and also through word-of-mouth from our friends and families, and even from our favourite influencers online.
I’ve been using face mask sheets for two (2) years now and recently for about six (6) months, I’m using it twice daily – morning before going to work, and during night time before going to bed.
My little obsession has elevated from using it once daily to twice because I believe that giving quality time to yourself as much as you give time to others or at work is more important.
In spite of giving your time to others, they might leave you anytime with no turning back. So better to give more time to yourself, because leaving it out is the scariest thing of all.
Yikes!
NO one wants to have it that happen, right? Would you want to leave yourself?
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One of the recent face mask sheet purchases contains Collagen and Coenzyme Q10 – both from a Korean brand, Ekel which I’ve purchased online from Seoul Secret.
This brand is sooooo good no wonder many Filipinas as getting obsessed with it. Actually, this brand comes in thirteen (13) variants (yup that’s plenty!) and it’s crazy because it gives every user that satisfying effect and glows, depending on your skin type and needs.
Note that while writing this blog post, I’m currently using my favourite Ekel Ultra Hydrating Essence Face Mask with collagen.
So after performing double cleansing of my face, and applied my favourite toner and serum then comes my favourite Ekel face mask, and enjoy it for 15 minutes. The sheet has a very generous essence which also gives me that relaxing feeling, in addition to that little pressed feeling that the face mask gives. Its essence is so generous it literally drips when you remove the sheet from its well-sealed package.
So how can you enjoy the face mask sheet in 15-minutes?
Here are my simple tips and suggestions which I personally do:
• To make most of the relaxing feeling which you have your face mask on, you can sit back and close your eyes and just relax, while doing your breathing exercise. This will give your face muscles time to reboot and your nerves relaxed.
• While doing this, you can also listen to relaxing sounds or music. I listen to my favourite Yiruma songs (3 to 4 songs are enough) and have clear thoughts.
• I suggest that you should take a screen-browsing break for 15-minutes while having your face mask treatment because making your eyes busy adds stress to your face and muscles around your eyes. Our main goal is to make yourself relax and enjoy a 15minutes break, to make your face reboot so just stay calm.
You can let it sit on your face for up to 20-minutes, but not beyond that because the essence absorbs back to the sheet.
Having a face mask sheet is an addition to our beauty routine, and it’s not a substitute to your current skincare. Another thing I love about this is I can easily bring it along with me at work or during my trips, and just put it on my face while waiting.
After using my favourite face masks, thus giving me that fresh glowing dewy look.
My other EKEL Ultra Hydrating Mask contains Enzymes Q10which gives my face a plump and dewy look after application.
Both these masks are ultra-hydrating and are fantastic for everyone with dry skin or to use for added moisture because of cold, and winter weather. They are also perfect to pack inside your hand carry bag for a long flight to fight dry air experienced at 30,000 feet above, giving you a nourished glow when you step out of the aeroplane.
Ekel Ultra-Hydrating Essence Face Mask sheet has thirteen (13) variants: Collagen, Coenzyme Q10, Placenta, Snail, Pearl, Vitamin, Red Ginseng, Cucumber, Pomegranate, Royal Jelly, Green Tea, Snake, and Honey
Photo credit: Fashion Beautique
And why do I use two sheets a day? Isn’t one good enough?
If one is enough, then two is AWESOME!
You can never go wrong or look fat or feel ugly with two sheets a day, so why not?
Women can wear three different shades of lipsticks a day, so why not satisfy yourself with a little pleasure with face masks?
Besides, throwing a dollar of face mask isn’t that bad at all. I got these EKEL Ultra Hydrating Essence to mask for literally a dollar for two (2) face mask sheets (Php20.00 each, and Php15 when you buy it for wholesale) so it isn’t bad. Your favourite junk food snacks are more expensive than these face masks.
And many celebrities can attest to the goodness of having it two! Chinese Actress Fan Bing Bing is ahuge fanatic of face mask sheets and many other Asian celebs.
Even our dearest Hollywood celeb Drew Barrymore and her beauty team are becoming a fan too!
Having two sheets of mask regularly wouldn’t compromise your current beauty, on a contrary, it will be beneficial to you because will give you super extra hydration.
And if you are kind of BORED with your regular, plain white (or clear) face mask sheet, I think you will be enjoying theXILIX animated face mask sheet just like I do!
XILIX Animal Aqua face mask sheets have 4 animated variants: fox, panda, sea lion and, tiger – however, I only managed to purchase 3 available.
These face masks are so cool, you can tell because of their cute design that definitely rocks!
They also give the same hydrating and glow effect, the only differences are the price and of course the design. I’ve got these XILIX Animal Aqua face mask sheets at Watsons for Php85.00 each.
Surprisingly, these face mask sheet gives me not only the desires glowing dewy look but boosts my mood. Maybe because of its super fun design! Xilix face mask seems under-rated, and haven’t been given a review online, but trust me these are fantastic.
Even these fellow face-mask sheets lovers are obsessed with XILIX!
XILIX Animal Aqua mask fans courtesy from Instagram.
Isn’t these so cool?! I actually thought this XILIX mask can be used as your emergency Halloween face mask, LOL.
And wearing face mask sheets in public is actually quite common, as the commuters at the subway in Tokyo. Looks like they are rocking Halloween!
For more face mask sheet reviews, you can refer to my previous favourites here, here, here and here.
Now I honestly admit my obsession with face mask sheets.
Okay, I’ll end my review here coz I need to phone my suppliers for these face masks. I’m getting out of stocks! LOL.
Have you tried any face mask sheets? How’s the effect on you?
xoxo, Blair
OMG the Fox and Panda mask are ADORABLE!
ReplyDeleteLOL my favorite too! It is so fun to use, even my nieces and nephews like it!
DeleteI totally love sheet masks. I love in Europe. And I know about it now for about a year. I like it way more than other face masks. I don't know the brands you mention though. I usually use the brand Montagne de Jeunesse. But I will check for more sheet masks. I love the animal masks! I just a sheet mask once every month haha. I think I should do it more often then!
ReplyDeleteI used to think that face mask is a luxury, but I was wrong! It is now becoming a necessity. And also since I've got good suppliers were I could purchase my face for affordable price, I am now enjoying it very much.
DeleteThey actually sound nice and relaxing to wear. Those animal face masks are awesome, I can't believe people actually wear them out in public! Good on them!
ReplyDeleteLennae xxx
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Hello Lennae,
DeleteWelcome to Asia, were face mask sheet can be worn in public! Asians are so into vanity :)
Haha, I love those animal masks. I'd want the panda one. So fun! I'd crack up if I saw people like this in public.
ReplyDeleteHahaha the easiest way and vain way to become a panda :)
DeleteI have a couple of sheet masks that I haven't used yet. I don't know quite what to expect from them so I've put off using them. If I can get glowy skin, I'll certainly give it a try!
ReplyDeleteBeth || www.TheStyleBouquet.com
Hello Beth,
DeleteYou better use it! You'll enjoy the wonders it will give you.
I have tried face mask sheet before and wearing it in public seems awkward but in your country it seems like the norm.
ReplyDelete- Tione
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Here in the Philippines, I haven't seen wearing it in public well because of pollution. Unlike in Korea and Japan were transportation facilities are really good, you can wear it like nothing.
DeleteThis is so entertaining! I am not sure I could do a sheet mask, but I do think people wearing them on public transport quite funny.
ReplyDeleteHahaha yeah, I find it so weird at first, but then in Asia some weird is becoming a norm.
DeleteGreat product information again about whitening masks. Looks like you are big time into beauty.
ReplyDeleteHello Dear,
DeleteOhh no no not a big time! Hahaha but thank you I will take it as compliment. I just enjoyed sharing new beauty trends and products because sharing something creating and builds good relationship and possible friendship. We ladies should support each other.
Never thought I would see people wearing facemasks in public!! That is awesome :). I will definitely be trying some of these!
ReplyDeleteHahaha yeah it is fun. But beware also on wearing this in public especially if you are somewhere in France and other EU countries were wearing a mask is illegal.
DeleteI've never used a face mask before. Very interesting.
ReplyDeleteHello Mindy,
DeleteIts your time to use it! Never too late :)
This ones different from the one I know but face masks are good for they get off those bad oil and keep our faces cool
ReplyDelete...and makes your face looks always fresh, makes your pores smaller.
DeleteYour skin evidently is glowing. Thanks for the tips.
ReplyDeleteThank you dear!
DeleteI need to get a face mask. This is a great recommendation.
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting Valerie!
Deletehaha! the animals so cute!!!
ReplyDeleteLOL Thank you La Jez, I'm searching for more animal prints!
DeleteWhoa! can't believe you do it twice a day! i wish i could bring myself to do it once a week and even that'a a little hard.. LOL
ReplyDeleteHahaha yeah my little obsession. I was inspired by Fan Bing Bing.. no wonder she have a beautiful and glowing skin. I'm already seeing the result after 2 weeks of using, even my friends saw the changes :D
Deleteemergency halloween masks...lol! Will need to check out ekel brand, seems amazing! ^^
ReplyDeleteThank you Bee Lee!
Deleteloved the animated face masks idea cant wait to try them. loved the groupie face mask photo it had me in splits
ReplyDeleteyeah they love the xilix face mask too!
Deletei love using sheet masks too! they're so convenient and non-messy! that panda one is cute! but my current favourite is still the song joong ki one by forencos.
ReplyDeleteHello Mia,
DeleteIs Song Joong Ki by Forencos face mask also good??? I need to try those!
Using mask inside train? wow
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Yeah, you can see this familiar scenes in Hong Kong and Japan, and even in some part of Seoul.
DeleteDrew Barrymore!!! I so want to try the mask now. Haha
ReplyDeleteYeah, she was felt amazed too with Asian face masks. I think she will add it too in her skincare line.
DeleteI love wearing mask but never had the chance to buy the animal design yet. it look kinda fun to wear that in public >.<
ReplyDeleteLOL you should try Fadzi, there are many fun animal print face masks available in Watsons Stores.
DeleteAh, I keep falling asleep wearing my face mask, hence it's on my face longer than 20 minutes. No wonder I don't find that they effective.
ReplyDeleteHmmm maybe you should set an alarm clock :D
DeleteOMG i am seriously gonna try wearing that animal mask to work :P
ReplyDeleteLOL Yeah I did too, especially after my lunch break and I have extra time to relax before resume to work.
DeleteI tried their mask before and it really work amazing on my skin!
ReplyDeleteYeah!
DeleteOhh what face mask you are currently using?
Wow! Thanks for your tips sharing here, learnt it as I enjoy my daily face mask me time though :) cheers, SiennyLovesDrawing
ReplyDeleteHello Sienny,
DeleteKeep on enjoying face mask, because it really gives awesome result.
so cute! many different types of face masks in the picture
ReplyDeleteThank you Isaac, you should try having a face mask during your 15mins relaxing time!
DeleteMy friend have recommend me before the Ekel mask but it sell too much cheap feel not reliable xD after reading your post maybe I should give it a try x)
ReplyDeleteHello Dear,
DeleteI was surprised too about the price! I can't believe that its less than a dollar. But after I tried it for a week, OMG I was in a panic and ordered more :D
I always use Korean masks, and it does wonders! Always wanted to try the animal printed masks too. So cute <3
ReplyDeleteHello Eunice,
DeleteMe too, and Korean face masks are not boring :D
I love Face mask!! The face mask in commuter was really hilarious XDD I enjoy Innisfree Sheet mask! Really effective on me =D
ReplyDeleteLOL yeah, I think they are just being practical on their time.
DeleteOh well... I am loving the mask you used up there ^^ going to get few for myself. Where can I get dear?
ReplyDeleteHello Shirley! The xilix mask is available at Watsons Stores
DeleteI have tried the animal face mask too, it was funny :D
ReplyDeleteHahaha yeah, and its a good way to relax our face too!
DeleteThe XILIX Animal Aqua face mask sheets look so cute, wish to get one set too :)
ReplyDeleteHello Ivy! You can get it from Watsons Stores :D
DeleteThey look fun actually especially one with your friends together.
ReplyDeleteThank you Dear!
DeleteI have try a panda mask before ~ quite moisturising !
ReplyDeleteYeah, and those extra serums are overflowing! I even put it on my neck and breast. The next day they are so smooth and glowing, yeah even my breast was glowing!
DeleteThe pomegranate and snake really caught my attention...
ReplyDeleteThat's my next week's mask! I will update you about its results.
DeleteWoah! Thanks for your sharing! I prefer enjoying the mask time alone. on the bed, with music on!
ReplyDeleteLOL yeah I always do it too! And honestly wearing face mask while lying down makes me fall fast asleep!
DeleteThanks for your sharing these useful tips. For me that I haven't so much time it seems perfect but is this product available all over the world?
ReplyDeleteYeah it is available, especially the Celeteque brand.
DeleteWish I had the time to even use face masks lol I prefer to ones that leave on and go to sleep
ReplyDeleteI was doing the same too! But then when I started giving time for my skin, after just few das I noticed the amazing result that I haven't got for years. Now I'm continue doing it.
DeleteThis seems like a quick remedy for face. I think 2 face mask should work fine. These varieties are cool too, and I am going to try them at the first opportunity!
ReplyDeleteHello Indrani, please share us your experience after you try using two face mask a day :)
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ReplyDeleteHi, do you wash your face with water after putting the face mask?
ReplyDeleteHi Dear! You have to wash first your face before wearing a face mask sheet :D
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