EVE LOM RADIANCE TRANSFORMING MASK {REVIEW}

I've been reviewing products on my blog now for over 6 years and that's after spending my working life in the beauty business and this Eve Lom Radiance Transforming Mask has left me in somewhat of a quandary. 

Before I jump straight into to my thoughts and opinions lets just get up to speed 

with the Eve Lom brand.

This former Czechoslavkian herbalist and facialist created her own line of

 products back in 1985.  

The skin care collection by EVE LOM has quickly achieved worldwide cult status.

It is the must-have range of beauty editors and journalists, make-up artists, and of course...celebrities. 

They claim that it's much more than just a typical skin care range - each product is a unique tool, a luxurious beauty ritual that transforms the condition of the skin.

Whilst having never used anything from Eve Lom previously, I have been very aware of its now cult status product - Eve Lom Cleansing Balm which has been given the prestige tittle as being the best cleanser ever by many beauty editors and gurus. 

(I also received a sample of this product from SpaceNk whilst overseas so expect to 

see it on a Sunday Sample post soon)

I was excited to try this Radiance Transforming Mask, in fact I was excited to try 

anything, from this high end skincare brand.

The sample I received was a generous 3ml size and allowed my to use the mask twice, now 3mls may not sound a lot but due to its texture and formulation qualities

a little really did go a long way.

Recently launched the Radiance Transforming Mask claims to reawaken the skin with a megadose of Antioxidant rich botanicals and I've decided to list the main actives as

there are a couple that I've never seen used in skincare before, which makes

for an interesting mask.

The Active ingredients include:

 LIME PEARL™ CAVIAR 

A natural form of AHA, rich in organic acids, including citric acid. Provides a gentle yet effective exfoliation as it stimulates the natural process of cell turnover for a smooth, brighter complexion.

 HEMP SEED OIL  

Rich in essential fatty acids to moisturise the skin without being greasy with antioxidant properties.

MICRO ALGAE EXTRACT 

Naturally present in the waters of Europe, North America and Asia, this multi-functioning algae is enriched with marine water nutrients and provides antioxidant and anti-microbial defence. Oxygenation of the skin is improved, as it firms, hydrates and regenerates the skin.

LIPOANIMATED PLANT-DERIVED ACTIVE

 A plant derived fatty acid linked with an amino acid to combat wrinkles, moisturizes and smooths skin whilst scavenging free radicals

AMINO ACID DERIVATIVE (ECTOIN) -

 Responsible for providing the skin with environmental protection. Designed by nature in extreme conditions as a stress-protection molecule.

MAGNESIUM / ZINC / COPPER COMPLEX

 Boosts the immediate availability of oxygen to the skin which stimulates cell metabolism. Protects the dermis from glycation and oxidative stress.

ABYSSINIAN OIL 

 Conditions the skin leaving a smooth and supple look. Also helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

SUNFLOWER SEED OIL/ ROSEMARY LEAF EXTRACT 

a powerful antioxidant leaving skin feeling soothed, smoothed and well-conditioned.

This above combo of ingredients claim to reveal skin that looks renewed, supple and radiant immediately after us.

How to use:

Apply and massage a generous layer to cleansed, dry skin, avoiding the eye area. 

Leave on for a minimum of 30 minutes, and remove with warm water.

 Can also be used as overnight mask for optimal radiance. 

Use 1-2 times a week.

However here are a couple of personal issues I experienced with this product.

The consistency of this mask is very thick and feels like

heavy "Vaseline", which I personally didn't like.

 Once applied and massaged into the skin for a few seconds, the warmth from your 

skin does make the mask melt and it becomes more emollient and less heavy.

My next issue was a "biggie" for me and that was the smell, I found the

Botanical smell too awful and there was one ingredient in particular that I

just couldn't tolerate and I can't tell you which one it was, but it proved to be a

real problem for me, so much so, that I struggled to keep the mask on for the

suggested 30mins and I could never leave it on overnight as they also suggest, 

as the smell would just be too much and the greasy texture would be a 

nightmare for my hair and pillowcases.

To be honest I have never experienced a product like this in my 40 year career

 and even though my skin did feel softer and perhaps looked a little more radiant 

I just couldn't get over the smell or the feel, so for me, this mask that promised

so much of what I was looking for left me not a fan...

Since trying the product I have read many reviews, all of which bestow high praise

onto this mask, but there were several that also complained about both the smell 

and the thick and greasy formulation, which I must say made me feel somewhat better

about disliking this product so much 

I will try the sample of the Cleansing Cream, even though I have my reservations,

 as it will most likely contain the same core active ingredients that I dislike so much.

EVE LOM

 RADIANCE TRANSFORMING MASK

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Eve Lom is available at 

Skinscosmetics Sandton

Unfortunately I don't see this product on their website

£

65

$

90

€

85

To find out more about this and other Eve Lom products