Tuesday, 28 April 2015
BUDGET SKiNCARE WORTH KNOWiNG
I blogged about Starter Budget Skincare before in which I shared all my favourite affordable skincare. Since then, I discovered new ones that are worth adding to our budget skincare repertoire. The drugstore is really upping their game nowadays. It is laden with so many good products that are budget friendly. I actually love that as it means that I can get products without spending a fortune.
First stop is from the brand Quick Fix Facials. The brand has a range of six different masks to combat six different skin problems. As I always aim to have clear skin and bright complexion, I tested out their Purifying Charcoal Mask and Brightening Peel Mask. The Quick Fix Facials Purifying Charcoal Mask* applies like any charcoal masks but it smells amazing. There's hints of cinnamon in the scent which makes it a joy to apply.This mask gives me a lot of satisfaction as it shows the dirt from your face. It works really well and by using it weekly it does help in clearing those pesky blackheads. After taking it off, you can clearly see that your skin is a lot clearer. It does make your skin a bit dry after use which is common for any charcoal masks so a hydrating mask will be helpful afterwards. The Quick Fix Facial Purifying Charcoal Mask gives more expensive charcoal masks a run for their money. The Quick Fix Facials Brightening Peel Mask* is another wonder product from the brand. I am quite wary to use this at first as I am not really a big fan of peel off masks. This, however, does wonders to my skin. It is truly brightening and you can feel that your skin is so soft after use. My skin looks more glow-y than usual and brighter during continuous use. Another caution, don't use this two masks together as it may cause some irritation. Space them out for a few days. The best parts for the Quick Fix Facials Masks is that each only costs £4.99 and can sometimes go on the price tag of £3.99 if it is on offer in Boots.
As the two above mentioned facials masks can make your skin quiet dry, I usually follow it up with a hydrating mask. My current favourite is the Bioderma Masque Hydrant*. This facial mask is made to moisturise sensitive and dehydrated skin. The edge of this masks from my other hydrating mask is that it is also soothing on the skin. It is also so easy to apply. Just apply it thickly on the face, leave it for 10-15 minutes, then remove the excess with a cotton pad after the required time. I use this twice weekly as I find that aside from moisturising my skin, it also soothes and calms my skin. The Bioderma Masque Hydrant is easily accessible via Escentual for £14.50. Another hydrating product that has been present in my routine is the Vichy Aqualia Thermal Dynamic Hydration Power Serum*. The serum is packaged in a chic blue glass bottle. It just looks so pretty and perfect. It comes out a white liquid and applies like a dream. I like to use it during the day as prepping my skin. I find that it makes my skin plumper and makes make-up application easier. If you are looking for a hydrating serum for day use, this should be top of your list.
So these are my latest finds of skincare from the drugstore. Do you have any other budget skincare recommendations?
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A few weeks ago I bought some of the Quick Fix masks and I agree that they're as good as the more expensive ones! The Vichy serum sounds great, need to keep it in mind when I'm in a need of a new one. x
ReplyDeleteMummy’s Beauty Corner
The Quick Fix masks are indeed awesome Dagmara. I really love the masks that I got from the brand. Xx
DeleteThe Vichy serum sounds really good and just what my skin needs at the minute!
ReplyDeleteLauren | Porcelain Queen
It is really good Lauren esp for prepping before make-ups without getting oily of greasy. Xx
DeleteI wish it is easy to get Bioderma in the UK. I love their micellar water and I am sure the mask would be fab.
ReplyDeleteYou can get it easily from Escentual hun. I put a link at the post to their website. Xx
DeleteI did like using the Vichy Serum but I wasn't massively impressed by it, there was nothing wrong with it but nothing to wow me either. The Bioderma mask sounds lovely x
ReplyDeleteBeauty with charm
I only used the Vichy serum during the day Alina. It saves me from using moisturiser. Xx
DeleteI really want to try the Vichy Serum - my skin is so dehydrated right now :( and I don't want to splurge so much on something from Kiehls or wherever. Great post xx
ReplyDeleteMagpie Jasmine | Zoeva Brush Set Giveaway
You would love the Vichy serum Jasmine and it is quiet affordable too. Xx
DeleteI love posts like this as it updates me of any good and affordable products.
ReplyDeleteThank you Athena. Xx
DeleteI've actually not tried any of these, but think I may have to now. I know my mum raves about the Vichy serum!
ReplyDeleteAnnabel ♥
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Try some of it Annabel, you might love it. Xx
DeleteI definitely prefer charcoal masks to peel off ones because of my skin type and I feel like I get a deeper clean so I will definitely be giving that a go now, thanks for sharing I love budget buys xxx
ReplyDeleteThe charcoal mask is absolutely good Jess. I really love it. Xx
DeleteThat Bioderma masque sounds great! I like skincare from The Body Shop and from the Una Brennan Superfacialist range x
ReplyDeleteJosie’s Journal
I love The Body Shop and the Una Brennan Specialist range too Josie. I featured some of their products in my first budget skincare post.
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