RODIAL DRAGON'S BLOOD EYE MASK {REVIEW}

This review is so overdue, as I included this product in my

 Beauty Products Currently Under Review post

way back in May 2018 and I have only very recently put it to the test.

Luckily they hadn't expired!

The Dragon's Blood Eye Mask from Rodial 

has been a fave of many beauty editors and celebs for sometime now and 

it promises to revive, awaken and refresh tired eyes.

My current "can't live without" eye mask for several years now and especially for travel has been the

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Concentrated Recovery Eye Mask

to read my full review

This eye mask from Rodial sounds right up my beauty street and knowing how I love a good eye mask, during flights more than any other time, let's see if this one could in fact 

become my new travel companion (once we can travel again)...

These innovative gel eye masks have been 

formulated to provide intense hydration to the delicate eye area and provide an immediate 

de-puff and cooling effect to help the eyes look instantly 

brighter and more alert. 

The list of active ingredients below look highly promising.

Dragon's Blood: 

(Not blood from a Dragon, but rather from the Croton Lechleri tree)

Lifts, firms and smooths skin while reducing redness and inflammation.

Hyaluronic Acid:

 Provides longlasting hydration, while plumping the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Arnica Extract:

 Reduces under-eye puffiness and dark circles. 

Bio-cellulose: 

Deeply hydrating.

Unfortunately I didn't find them the easiest of masks to use and I found them a little sticky and tricky to handle and it's somewhat of a skill to prevent them from 

folding over and sticking back onto themselves.

Also try to position correctly first time and try not to re position whilst on the skin.

Instructions for Use:

Remove each eye mask from the plastic sheet and apply bio-cellulose mask

 directly to the under eye area on cleansed skin. 

Place narrow side towards the nose, wide side to outer corner of the eye. 

Remove the second protective fabric sheet. 

Leave on for 20-30 minutes and peel away.

 Gently massage any residue into skin. 

Discard mask after use.

I found the eye masks to be drenched in serum and there was plenty left in the 

sachet to use for a couple more applications, obviously without the actual eye mask.

(Just re-seal the sachet well)

Once applied the Bio-Cellulose technology which acts like a second skin, seemed to almost blend into the skin as opposed to sitting on the surface, which was a nice feature.The eye mask was extremely cooling and as its infused with Dragon's Blood Complex it intensely moisturised and de-puffed the skin around the eye area, even if the skin is sensitive.

My fatigued eyes were definitely feeling more perky after use, the skin also looked brighter and felt comforted, cooled and refreshed. I would highly recommend and without hesitation I'd re-purchase.

One last note:

Would the Rodial Dragon's Blood Eye Mask be travelling with me in future? Sadly NO and that's not due to any poor performance of the product, but it has more to do with the issue of tricky application making it not ideal during a long haul flight especially.

So for now Estée remains my "travel partner".

RODIAL

DRAGON'S BLOOD 

EYE MASK

5g

1 Mask/8 Masks

R

N/A in SA

£

6/39

$

12/49

DOLCE & GABBANA POUR FEMME {REVIEW}

Last week on my Sunday Sample post I was going to review two female fragrance 

samples for you during this past week and post my reviews today...

However after spraying the VIKTOR&ROLF FLOWERBOMB sample I realised that

 I had tried the scent before and after a quick look back on my website

 I discovered that I had reviewed the V&R Flowerbomb back in October 2017, 

so I've decided to post that full review this coming Thursday as my #TBT Post, 

so check back then to read about my thoughts a, that by the way haven't changed.

The second sample was the DOLCE & GABBANA POUR FEMME EDP and you'll be

pleased to know that I haven't reviewed this one before or at least I don't think I

have, just checked and I haven't...

DOLCE & GABBANA 

have quite an extensive collection of both male & female fragrances and perhaps their most popular is their D&G Light Blue, which is personally one of my favourite

D&G fragrances due to its fresh, floral, fruity notes reminiscent of the 

Mediterranean lifestyle.

DOLCE & GABBANA Pour Femme 

on the other hand has a very different appeal and sadly one that I wasn't 

too partial to, as it was a tad too sensual, sweet

 and heady for me.

Classified as an Oriental this classic perfume embodies the essence of the 

Dolce&Gabbana woman – passionate, sensual and maternal. 

For the woman that is aware of her strength and her instincts.

Top Notes:

Soothing Neroli

Raspberry

 Green Mandarin. 

Heart Notes:

Jasmine

  Orange Blossom.

Base Notes:

Sugary Vanilla

Heliotrope

Intense Sandalwood.

As with any fragrance it's a very personal choice, but if the notes

of this fragrance resonate with your own personal likes,then definitely

pop along and have a spritz...

DOLCE & GABBANA

POUR FEMME

EAU DE PARFUM

50/100ml SPRAY

R

1,570/2,070

£

69/84

$

94/NA

SUSANNE KAUFMANN MOISTURISING MASK #TBT REVIEW

Todays #TBT post reviews a face mask from the Austrian

Organic Luxury skincare brand Susanne Kaufmann.

I was fortunate to try this luxurious mask back in May 2018 and I still rate

it as a very good moisturising mask and I'm happy to report that this

brand is still stocked exclusively in South Africa at

Skins Cosmetics

~~~~~~

Having never heard of this relatively new brand I had to do my research,
so before I get into the product review, here's some background to the 

Organic niche skin and body care line 
Susanne Kaufmann

Susanne Kaufmann 
was born and raised in the Bregenzer Forest Austria – 
a unique valley in the Alps, where the community shares a unique appreciation 
and understanding of the healing properties of nature – has harnessed this 

centuries-old wisdom, 

passed down from generation to generation, to create an exceptional, 
results-orientated and scientifically-proven range of 
natural skin and body care that promotes a powerful sense of wellbeing. 
Developed in collaboration with a team of pharmacists and dermatologists, 
Susanne’s vision has grown into an extensive collection of skin-specific formulas –
targeted treatments designed to address the full spectrum of common 
skin concerns and in turn,
 help to re-establish equilibrium.

This range of products are filled, sealed and packed by hand into very plain glass jars with

 no fancy frills,
 in fact I would most probably
have not given this, somewhat boring looking, range a second glance if 
I saw it merchandised on the shelf.
However this is a real case of "don't judge a book (product) by its cover"
for what lies beneath the lid is far from plain and boring.  

There is something I find so satisfying about using a Luxury face mask,

for me it's a product where you can truly feel the quality of the ingredients on

application and The Susanne Kaufmann Moisturizing Mask 

is a real pamper for the skin.

It's without doubt a deeply replenishing and intensely moisturising mask.
It's a must-have for all those whose skin is particularly parched, 
stressed or lacklustre. 

Initially you notice the gentle yet wonderful aroma of the mask, as it certainly 
has an Alpine fresh fragrance,which reminded me 

very much of the original Clarins Cleanser Milk with Alpine Herbs.

This rich velvety mask is also packed with wonderful ingredients that 

quite literally make me happy:

Bee's Wax and Hazel Nut Oil 

richly nourishes the skin 

 Wheat Germ Oil

 stimulates the metabolism and has tissue-strengthening properties

Pansy Extract

 has a calming effect that relieves irritation providing immediate relief 

from tightness and discomfort

Sodium Hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid) 

attracts and retains up to 1000 times its molecular weight in water, 

to leave skin perfectly firm, fresh and luminous.

Suitable for all types of skin.

Generously apply to the face, neck and décolletage after cleansing,

 allow to work for at least ten minutes,

 then remove gently with lukewarm water. 

It can be used one to two times per week, but I squeezed in a third 

application.

After using the mask my skin not only felt nourished,comforted,plumped

but I immediately noticed that my face had an 

almost relaxed and rested look about it,

which to be honest I don't think I have ever noticed before after using a face mask.

When reading back over the benefits of this mask on the Susanne Kaufmann

website this sentence stood out

"The moisturising mask hydrates the skin and removes feelings of tension".

Confirmation that this mask is different to other prestige moisturising masks

that I've tried and has piqued my interest to learn and try more from this brand.

If you are looking to change from high end skincare to effective Organic

high end skincare then Susanne Kaufmann

may be well worth some more investigation.

The 15ml sample jar that I got in the SkinsCosmetics Beauty Box some
weeks back

will happily provide me with several future generous applications.

In South Africa Susanne Kaufmann is relatively unknown premium niche brand,
 but is available from
Skins Cosmetics 
in Sandton Shopping Centre, Johannesburg,
South Africa

Please let me know, in the comments below, if you have heard of this
brand or have any great recommendations within their range...
*Prices may have changed since this review was written*

Susanne Kaufmann

Moisturising Mask

50ml

R

1,015 

(2020)

SKINS COSMETICS

£

41

CULT BEAUTY

$

65

 NET-A-PORTER