Wednesday, October 8, 2014

BLACK MAGIC • BOSCIA LUMINIZING BLACK MASK

With the month of witchery upon us it was only appropriate to detox my skin with something I like to refer to as 'black magic', Boscia's Luminizing Black Mask. For months I've heard of the wonders that this little black tube delivers, but the thought of waiting 30 minutes for it to dry always led me to another product. However, with my skin looking more lackluster than usual – Toronto water, I blame you – I decided to set aside the time and slather this jet black mask on.

The Luminizing Black Mask ($42 CAD) is a peel-off mask that helps 'boost skin clarity and minimize the appearance of pores by removing dirt and impurities, absorbing excess oil and revealing a healthy, glowing complexion'. Formulated with a Calcium Montmorillonite Clay – oh you fancy, huh – this mask contains over 67 minerals alongside a slew of natural ingredients to ensure your skin always looks it's best.  The inclusion of the Calcium Montmorillonite Clay is what gives this mask it's 'squid ink' appearance, which slowly dries over the course of 30 minutes to a look/feel that I can only describe as latex… comfortable latex that is. But then came time to peel it off. Be warned: do not get this mask in your eyebrows during the application, I repeat, keep this mask AWAY from all hair! After nearly losing an eyebrow, and some minor redness forming on my cheeks from peeling the mask was off, it was time to bask in the results. My skin, albeit slightly red, was left glowing for miles – I swear my crush in the building across the street was blinded – and felt so smooth that I purposely cancelled all my plans so that I could sit bare face all evening. However, there are a few things to consider before purchasing this mask: it requires quite a thick layer of product, it will feel like you are ripping a bandaid off of your face and those with sensitive skin may experience a burning sensation. But those who live by the motto 'beauty is pain' will feel quite at home with it (guilty).

And for on the go touch ups I've been reaching for the Boscia Pore Purifying Black Strips ($35 CAD). These strips are simple to use, deliver similar 'magical' results to the mask, and provide a tingling, cooling sensation that wakes my skin & I right up!





AM¥     XO

11 comments:

  1. dang girl. nobody ever looked so good wearing a face mask. :O

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  2. Wow, it sounds amazing (even if a little bit painful!) I actually kind of love that it's so dark.

    Ivory Avenue

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    1. I know it's quite aesthetically pleasing :)

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  3. I have to agree with Steph you pull off looking gorgeous even in a face mask! I have been thinking about trying a Boscia mask for forever but haven't gotten around to taking the plunge yet!

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    1. So kind, I'm kinda blushing. I know this was the first mask of theirs I've tried and now I've got my eyes set on that face mask set!

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  4. I frickin LOVE this product. I tried to DIY my own version and it was just...don't.

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    1. Hahaha I can only imagine how that turned out.. ouch!

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  5. Must try this! Even if it's painful it must mean its doing something right :)

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    1. I swear! My skin felt and looked so smooth! Worth the 5seconds of pain!

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  6. I loved this mask when I tried it!
    But a bit got stuck to my eyebrow and it was like an unplanned waxing session - ouch!
    Other than that I really loved it :)

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