ORIGINS DRINK UP INTENSIVE OVERNIGHT HYDRATING FACE MASK {REVIEW}

Finally the US brand ORIGINS arrived in South Africa during 2022 

and having tried only one of their products, which I bought overseas, 

it's a brand that I would like to experience more of, 

especially on the "masking" front as they have several and they

 all sound amazing.

My intro to the brand was via their

GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream to Brighten and Depuff

and whilst I was a little underwhelmed with the product initially,

I soon warmed to it and enjoyed the refreshing feeling it offered over tired

eyes or after a late night or a long haul flight.

To read my full review

Just as I didn't plan to buy the eye cream I also didn't plan on buying

this Intensive Face Mask, yet I was swayed by the availability of

a 30ml Travel size.

This ultra-moisturizing sleeping mask claims to instantly delivers 

72-hour hydration.

Infused with Glacier Water that helps to deliver all day moisture,

 Hyaluronic Acid that acts like a skin-plumping moisture “magnet,”

and Avocado Butter, which is deeply nourishing.

I was pleasantly surprised by this mask, I enjoyed the non oily

creamy gel consistency, the fresh 

fragrance, but most of all I absolutely loved the cooling sensation

on the skin and if you keep it in the fridge it's super refreshing and

calming on those hot days, like the ones,

 that we're currently experiencing here in South Africa.

This vegan mask can be used on all skin types and I think men

would love the formula.

Apply twice a week or as desired, gently massage onto clean skin at 

bedtime and let this nourishing, superfood-infused hydration do 

its thing and wake up with a dewy skin in the morning.

I have even used this as my daytime moisturiser on those "no make-up"

"keep it simple" stay at home days.

As for 72-hours of hydration I wouldn't want to put that to the test, 

but if you are searching for an easy overnight, no rinse, leave on mask

 that gives your skin a power shot drink of both 

nourishment and hydration then this is 

THE ONE

and if you are time poor, when it comes to masking, then this is 

DEFINITELY THE ONE

 This has now has found a spot in my every expanding 

"Masking Wardrobe".

ORIGINS

DRINK UP INTENSIVE

OVERNIGHT HYDRATING 

MASK

30/75 ML

R

235/470

$

17/32

£

- /25

Available in South Africa from

TRUWORTHS

ARC STORE

online

WOOLWORTHS

SUPERBALIST

MY TOP 11 SKINCARE PRODUCTS 2022 {PART 2}

 Having posted part 1 of my Top 11 Skincare Products of 2022

a couple of days ago here is part 2 and it consists of 5 products.

if you would like to catch up on part 1 Click here

I have 2 face masks, a primer, a night cream and an expensive

cream that has been on my radar for several years.

BY TERRY 

UV-BASE PRIMER SPF 50

Primers are not high on my beauty agenda and I have only reviewed a 

couple over my blogging time, so when I saw this full size inclusion in the

BY TERRY 2021 Beauty Advent calendar I was interested, 

but not hugely excited.

Did I really need this primer in my life?

This ingenious skin-shielding primer

will PRIME, PERFECT and PROTECT your skin.

The fresh, lightweight cream gel texture gives a non-greasy, dewy finish, 

providing the perfect canvas for all your make up application.

I'm still always surprised when I 

discover I adore a product that I had convinced myself

that either I won't like or don't need, how wrong I can be...

Full Review

I have 2 face masks on this years list and one is a Super Luxe

French product whilst the other is a more affordable South African

home grown brand and both deserve their place on this list.

SISLEY 

BLACK ROSE 

CREAM MASK

This deliciously scented with rose, soft, creamy textured mask creates

 a moment of relaxation and pleasure that felt wonderful on my skin.

Key ingredients immediately get to work on signs of fatigue

 and leaves the skin looking youthful and energized.

 Immediately hydrated and plumped, my skin also felt smoother, incredibly

soft, less fatigued and more radiant.

Of all the products to try 1st from Sisley, this was the ONE and it certainly

 didn't disappoint in any way...

Full Review

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SKOON 

RUBY MARINE 

OVERNIGHT HYDRATING

 FACE MASK

The aim of this face mask is to ultimately give a moisture top up for 

all skin types and boost overnight hydration.

Its formulation promises to both soothe and hydrate your skin whilst

 you sleep. 

It protects against winter dry skin and improves skin barrier,

especially for dull, sensitive skins.

Like no other mask that I have ever felt or applied, it is different and not

the "norm" in masking terms.

This thick pink buttery mask had a divine vanilla fragrance and was easy

to apply.

I found this mask to sit on the skin and create a barrier rather than 

being absorbed into my skin, so therefore it felt quite greasy, which I 

didn't really mind, as it was an overnight product,

The next morning my skin certainly felt softer and this mask

has found a place in my "Masking" wardrobe of products.

Read my full review

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RAIN

RELAXING NIGHT CREAM

Is a natural relaxing night-time moisturiser, formulated with 

probiotics and botanicals known for skin conditioning.

This calming night cream has an ultra-rich and luxurious texture and it's

  the type of texture that's reminiscent of the night creams pre the

cream/gel era.

Despite having a rich texture, which is an absolute pleasure to apply

 to a dry/ very dry skin, it isn't heavy at all.

The skin feels comforted, nourished but more importantly non greasy.

My skin responded well to this night cream and it's one that I would

highly recommend for normal/dry or sensitive skins.

Full Review

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AUGUSTINUS BADER

THE RICH CREAM

The original award-winning daily moisturizer is intensely luxurious, 

hydrating and nourishing. 

Supports cellular renewal to dramatically improve the complexion's appearance. 

The texture is luxuriously rich and creamy and it glides on beautifully, yet

initially I wasn't wowed by this product, which I was expecting considering

the price point, but patience is needed as with most skincare and as the first

month of use approached I began to notice my skin was definitely smoother,

plumper, softer and generally was looking great.

 I'm now able to fully understand the cult following/addiction, as

it's been like no other product that I've ever tried.

Full Review

That completes my "Top" Product posts for 2022 and if you would like to

 see what other

products I loved and highly recommend then I'll

 list the links below.

My Top 3 Most Disappointing Products

My Top Hair & Body Products

My Top Make-Up Products

My Top Skincare Products Part 1

BEAUTY PRODUCTS CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW {FEBRUARY 2023}

Below are the 4 products that I will be reviewing during February.

I have a real mixed bag that includes a lip gloss, exfoliating cleanser, 

a moisturiser and a rather expensive Italian room fragrance. 

CLINIQUE

MOISTURE SURGE

I've been waiting for the hot humid months to put this

product to the test and February is a great time.

Not being a huge fan of Clinique products I have heard good

things about this hydrating moisturising gel.

GLOSSIER

LIP GLOSS

This lip gloss was part of my recent beauty edit box from the UK

and it will be my first product from Glossier and whilst it wouldn't 

have been my first choice of product from the brand

I'm excited to try it nonetheless.

TATA HARPER

REGENERATING EXFOLIATING

CLEANSER

I'm intrigued by this daily exfoliating cleanser, as it provides

both a gentle physical and chemical peel, which appeals

to me greatly.

Whilst I absolutely adore TATA HARPER facials and I have

had 2 over the past couple of months, I find their 

skincare products to be a little underwhelming, so I'm really hoping

 that this will impress.

DR.VRANJIES

HOME FRAGRANCE

Not an actually beauty product, but a room fragrance

does add a "Beauty-full" aroma to any home, so I'm

including it in this months reviews.

I do have the Dr.Vranjies Diffuser in the same scent

ROSSO NOBILE

and I, like many others, adore the fragrance.

However will the room fragrance spray be as delightful

as the diffuser?

I will let you know during this month.