So, Grad School...and Do Those Sheet Masks Actually Work?

Hello Pandas. It has been a little while. Not an unforgivably long while, but a little while nonetheless. Wondering about my slight absence? If you are, I adore you, because you are too sweet. Aren't? Well, I'm going to tell you anyway. I've just started my fall semester of grad school, and anyone that has even attempted grad school can relate that it is long hours of studying and pretty much nothing else...hence the blogging has been limited. However, I have a few days to catch up, so you can expect more from PrettyPanda very soon...starting with this short snippet on sheet masks. 

 You have probably all seen these floating around the drugstore or at Ulta. I have been curious about sheet masks from Asian brands before, but this was kind of an impulse buy because I thought, heck...I could use a few minutes of relaxation. (All that studying...remember?) 

 This mask has tea tree and spearmint to awaken the skin. For $2.50 I was kinda sold. I basically just like masks... 

 

Here is the mask on me...it has leaves, you guys. Leaves. That is about the coolest thing going for this mask. Basically you pull it out of the package a sopping mess of fabric, try to place it on your face, although it is way too big for any face ever, and try to press it down. It tingles for a bit, but nothing major, and then you take it off and rinse. Did I notice a difference in my skin?

 

Nada. I think it even contributed to a recent breakout. But again, that could be grad school stress talking.

 

But overall, the experience of having this on my face was less than relaxing. I will pass next time one of these comes into my sight.

 

What do you think? Love or hate masks like this? Are you in school, and if so, how is the semester starting off for you?

 

So, Grad School...and Do Those Sheet Masks Actually Work?

Hello Pandas.   It has been a little while. Not an unforgivably long while, but a little while nonetheless.   Wondering about my slight absence? If you are, I adore you, because you are too sweet.   Aren't? Well, I'm going to tell you anyway.   I've just started my fall semester of grad school, and anyone that has even attempted grad school can relate that it is long hours of studying and pretty much nothing else...hence the blogging has been limited.   However, I have a few days to catch up, so you can expect more from PrettyPanda very soon...starting with this short snippet on sheet masks.  

  You have probably all seen these floating around the drugstore or at Ulta. I have been curious about sheet masks from Asian brands before, but this was kind of an impulse buy because I thought, heck...I could use a few minutes of relaxation. (All that studying...remember?)  

  This mask has tea tree and spearmint to awaken the skin. For $2.50 I was kinda sold. I basically just like masks...  

 

Here is the mask on me...it has leaves, you guys. Leaves. That is about the coolest thing going for this mask. Basically you pull it out of the package a sopping mess of fabric, try to place it on your face, although it is way too big for any face ever, and try to press it down. It tingles for a bit, but nothing major, and then you take it off and rinse. Did I notice a difference in my skin?

 

Nada. I think it even contributed to a recent breakout. But again, that could be grad school stress talking.

 

But overall, the experience of having this on my face was less than relaxing. I will pass next time one of these comes into my sight.

 

What do you think? Love or hate masks like this? Are you in school, and if so, how is the semester starting off for you?

 

Blue Mascara!

Grad school really can do a number on one's face. This morning I wanted a pop of color to wake up my eyes, and decided to finally reach for Maybelline's Great Lash in Royal Blue

 

If you have been following this blog, you know that I AM NOT a fan of Great Lash. But for colored mascaras? It is surprisingly good. Colored mascaras are dramatic on their own, so you don't really need a ton of volume or it would be overkill. The slightly watery formula of Great Lash and small brush also give you precision with colored formulas.

 

 

This is a little bit brighter than what I would classify as Royal Blue. But that is good! If I am buying a colored mascara, I want to see it!

 

 

Lovely shade. I've also heard that you can use colored mascara as temporary hair streakers. Maybe I will try it! It certainly is bright enough! And only $6!!

 

 

This is a really pretty accent, and I kept the rest of my makeup minimal. But look how bright it makes my eyes look? For once, I am digging Great Lash! Who would have thought?

 

Final Thoughts: For a night out or to shake up your routine, try this bright blue if you dare! The normally disappointing Great Lash formula works wonders for color!

 

 

Price: 9/10

Staying Power: 8/10

Packaging: 10/10

Color/Wearability: 8/10

Quality/Branding: 9/10

 

Total: 44/50 = B+ = Happy Panda!

 

Do you wear colored mascaras? Which ones are your favorites?

 

xoxo PrettyPanda

Blue Mascara!

Grad school really can do a number on one's face. This morning I wanted a pop of color to wake up my eyes, and decided to finally reach for Maybelline's Great Lash in Royal Blue

 

If you have been following this blog, you know that I AM NOT a fan of Great Lash. But for colored mascaras? It is surprisingly good. Colored mascaras are dramatic on their own, so you don't really need a ton of volume or it would be overkill. The slightly watery formula of Great Lash and small brush also give you precision with colored formulas.

 

 

This is a little bit brighter than what I would classify as Royal Blue. But that is good! If I am buying a colored mascara, I want to see it!

 

 

Lovely shade. I've also heard that you can use colored mascara as temporary hair streakers. Maybe I will try it! It certainly is bright enough! And only $6!!

 

 

This is a really pretty accent, and I kept the rest of my makeup minimal. But look how bright it makes my eyes look? For once, I am digging Great Lash! Who would have thought?

 

Final Thoughts: For a night out or to shake up your routine, try this bright blue if you dare! The normally disappointing Great Lash formula works wonders for color!

 

 

Price: 9/10

Staying Power: 8/10

Packaging: 10/10

Color/Wearability: 8/10

Quality/Branding: 9/10

 

Total: 44/50 = B+ = Happy Panda!

 

Do you wear colored mascaras? Which ones are your favorites?

 

xoxo PrettyPanda