As an Influenster member, I occasionally receive products for free to test and review. I was lucky to receive the e.l.f. Cosmetics voxbox featuring skincare items I've been wanting to try for months, including the new bubble mask released this year.
And I really like it! There are, however, a few things to know that may help you decide whether this product is for you. Read on for my experience with this product.
INSTRUCTIONS
The mask itself is a gel, and is packaged in a glass jar with a push-top. You're meant to push the top, and the product will ooze out of the hole in the top.
This product is meant to be applied to damp skin, and then the bubbles will activate within 15-20 seconds of the gel hitting the skin. When the bubbles start to dissipate, you massage the product into your skin and then wash your face with warm water.
INGREDIENTS
MY REVIEW
I have oily skin, and I don't find this to be overly drying. The first time I used it, however, I didn't immediately follow with moisturizer, and my skin was left feeling pretty tight and stripped.
I do not think people with sensitive skin will like this- it caused slight redness on me, which typically means a potential reaction for people with skin conditions or sensitivities. But for people with oily skin, I think this type of mask will help manage that issue and purify pores.
I don't find this mask to be hydrating AT ALL. For me, it's more like a purifying mask that resets oil production and allows the following products to penetrate better. I think of it as a second-step cleanser; after washing my face or removing makeup thoroughly, I follow with this mask and then finish with a serum, moisturizer, and occasionally, a sheet mask.
The packaging suggests that it takes 5-10 minutes for the bubbles to start to dissipate, but that hasn't been my experience. Typically the bubbles last from 3-5 minutes, max.
MY RATING
Used as I do, I give this a 3.75/5. The packaging doesn't consistently dispense product (although the pump-top is very hygienic), and I think this should be marketed as a purifying (versus hydrating) product to more accurately set expectations. Overall, I'm happy and I definitely will repurchase this!
Have you tried the e.l.f. Hydrating Bubble Mask? What do you think of it?
