💕😌 Skin & Body Care Masking Challenge 😌💖

[eshoe]

Welcome to the Skin & Body Care Masking Challenge! 

Feel free to join in whenever and wherever. Share your thoughts and observations on a mask you have tried, we need all the details, please! Most importantly - have fun!

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January	Fresh Starts - Time for a re-set, or morning masking? However you see it, this month is all about new beginnings.
February	Winter Love - Whether it's a mask you adore, or something extra-special to care for dry winter skin, this month is for some soothing TLC.
March	March Madness - Competition is in the air! Find a $ dupe of a $$$ mask that is share-worthy? Or find a dupe that works even better than the original? Details, please!
April	Spring Fling - Baskets and bouquets, showers of much-anticipated rain...this month's focus is herbal and floral sensory delights.
May	Dew Drops - May Day lore says to wash your face in the dew you collect in the morning of the first day of May for radiant skin. This month is for absorbing all of that good-for-you H2O.
June	Summer Sunshine - Ice cream, sunglasses, SPF, check! Once the sun is down (or before it's up), extra care is most necessary. How do you give your skin cooling repair?

Mask of the Week Misc. Info & Previous Year's Links:

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Each week features a different theme, as well as a letter of the alphabet for coming up with new masking ideas. 

Please include the brand and name of the mask you are trying out, as well as a photo if possible. Any other details are greatly appreciated, including scent, fit, adherence, mask type (hydrating, brightening, exfoliating, detox, sleeping, etc.) as well as your overall experience.

Most importantly: Would you repurchase it? 

Second most important: Have fun and merry masking!

2023 Mask of the Week Challenge

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2022 Mask of the Week Challenge

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2021 Mask of the Week Challenge

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2020 Mask of the Week Challenge:

https://community.sephora.com/t5/Skincare-Aware/2020-Mask-of-the-Week-Challenge-PART-1/m-p/4995162/h...

2019 Mask of the Week Challenge:

https://community.sephora.com/t5/Skincare-Aware/2019-Mask-of-the-Week-Challenge/m-p/4497678/highligh...

2018 Mask of the Week Challenge:

https://community.sephora.com/t5/Skincare-Aware/Mask-of-the-Week-Challenge/td-p/3615125   

Thank you @Aaliaa for starting this thread, and giving us a place to share our love for masks💗

[eshoe]

Well this is kind of a disappointment, @lmaster. I think you might be on to something with the expiration date. 

[lmaster]

@eshoe I figured, but I still wouldn't seek it out, it's more of the,, it's not you it's me 🤣

[itsfi]

@lmaster, the illustration on the face of the packet sorta reminded me of a fungus that was in a soup my mom used to make when I was a kid. Turns out not the same varietal but probably closely related. It’s too bad the results were disappointing for you (the fit didn’t sound great either 😞); mushroom is typically a wonderful ingredient for hydrating the skin, but everyone has different results with different ingredients.

Did you pick up this sheet mask in a set with other mask from the brand? I feel like I’ve seen this one and similar ones before on my stash! Eek! I should go check …

[lmaster]

@itsfi by no means was this a complete dud, I think I may have received it in facetory, actually I'm 80 percent sure 🤣 but could of grabbed it motm at some point. It didn't cause any irritation or burning, so I'm not terribly dissatisfied,,, I honestly think it's so close to expiration, that the actual sheet wasn't as saturated as it should/could of been

[itsfi]

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I didn’t notice a scent with the RANAVAT Resurfacing & Regenerative Masque with Fruit AHAs, Papaya Enzymes, and Saffron to Brighten a... #but I’ve read that some have picked up a tea with honey scent that sounds like it would be beautifully soothing.

What I did notice though was how soft and smooth my skin felt after just 2 minutes (instructions recommend 2-5 minutes of wear) with this rust-hued jelly textured mask infused with thin pieces of saffron. 😍 What’s more, I did not experience any dryness or tightness, and there was zero irritation or redness after removing the mask with a washcloth. 

I picked up this mask directly from Ranavat as part of a sample set and am really pleased with the presentation and performance of the products. ♥️Looking forward to continuing on with my trialing of these beauties.

[Cissy63]

@itsfi @Gosh look at the tiny pieces of Saffron in the mask.  Sounds like your face really enjoyed this mask!! Wonderful 🥰

[itsfi]

@Cissy63, as I get older, I tend to prefer the more gentle (but equally effective) chemical-exfoliant based masks. My skin can be sensitive to begin with and I know my skin barrier can be easily compromised so I make sure to be extra mindful about not over exfoliating or doing too many peels too frequently. There are enough other factors outside of my control that can weaken my skin barrier, it wouldn't be very prudent if I added to it. 😂 The little saffron bits are a lovely addition. 💖

[ather]

@itsfi  Ooooo it’s so luxe! Sounds really good too. I love the saffron pieces in it! Beautiful pictures!!

[itsfi]

@ather, the saffron pieces add a beautiful touch. 😍 I love it when brands include those unique details. It can set a product apart, elevate it even more. 

Thank you! That’s very kind of you to say. I’ve been trying to work on photography when I have the chance to. 

[missy94612]

@itsfi 

I don't think I've seen a saffron mask before. This was sounds nice. Looks pretty.

[itsfi]

@missy94612, this was the first time I’ve used a mask with saffron in it, or at least that I can remember. It really does some good work in a short amount of time, in the gentlest of ways too. 😃

[Samtian]

@itsfi ooh that sounds nice!

[itsfi]

@Samtian, it’s such a nice mask. I like having a gentler option for an AHA based mask. 👍🏼 

[lmaster]

@itsfi sounds beautiful!! Have you tried the moisturizer yet??

[itsfi]

@lmaster, it’s one of the most gentle (but still effective) acid based mask that I’ve used. Oh my goodness lmaster, I tried the Bakuchiol cream the other day and it’s wonderful! ♥️ Where are you thinking it would work best in your rotation? Morning moisturizer? Nighttime? Both?

ETA: just saw on another thread you use this in the evening. I have a morning moisturizer I really like so I’d likely rotate this one into one of the evening moisturizers I reach for in the warmer seasons. 

[lmaster]

Yep! It's my perfect nighttime moisturizer @itsfi I had to get that discovery set!! I figured if the moisturizer is this good,,,I have to try some other products too, and that discovery set is perfect!!!! ***** Open the gate right up for me 🤣

[itsfi]

@lmaster, enable-gate. It’s real. 😂🤣😂 

It’s a mutual enabling society around here 24/7! 🛍🛍🛍 Come one, come all! Membership available but not required. 😆  

Do you layer a serum before or an oil after the Ranavat Bakuchiol cream at night? 

The Ranavat discovery set is beautiful! 😍 I loooove discovery kits, especially when it comes to skincare. ♥️ I’m still working my way through it - learned my lessons over the years to go slow with new products and babying my skin. 😉 We’ll have to compare notes. 

[lmaster]

@itsfi I use lots of serums and rotate either a BHA or retinol and the looctaine serum, the moisturizer is my last step

[itsfi]

@lmaster, ohhhh, that L'Occitane oil-in-serum is fantastic! It's one of a handful of skincare products that have been in my rotation for years; a definite HG. They've started selling refill pouches for it direct on the brand's site. 

[lmaster]

@itsfi ohhhh thanks for the heads up!!! 😚💗

[Anonymous]

@itsfi those packaging are so fancy looking!! also, love the amber color of the product itself.