Lancome Hydra Intense gel mask is described on the packaging as being a “hydrating gel mask” and a “bath of hydration to ‘quench the thirst' of even the most dehydrated skin”. The instructions direct you to apply a thick layer to dry skin. After five minutes, the surplus product should be removed with a tissue, after this your face should not be rinsed. I like to exfoliate before using the mask so my skin in left extra soft.
Being a gel, this face mask is very different from thick cream or clay-based products. The gel is fairly thick, and gives a nice cooling sensation when applied to the skin – it really did feel like it was hydrating my skin! The mask does not have an overpowering fragrance, just a subtle fruity or florally-esq relaxing scent.
Using this mask guarantees my skin is left feeling hydrated, soft and supple almost instantly. I think it works really well as a quick pick-me-up after a night out when my skin is in need of particular tlc. While I rate Hydra Intense quite highly (because it does leave my skin looking and feeling noticeable different!) and use it regularly, it does lose a few marks: If I leave this on for the full 5 minutes I normally experience slight stinging in areas that are particularly sensitive, and when I remove the product my skin is left looking a little red (although this is short-lived). When using this be sure to not to apply the product to the eye area, and if you have very sensitive skin you might be best off leaving it on for around 3 minutes, which is what I do to avoid any redness.
This mask works wonderfully, and does exactly what and claims to – very good for £21.99!
Rating: ★★★☆☆
...P.S. Weleda Iris Refreshing Gel Masque is a great, and much cheaper, alternative to Lancome Hydra Intense!
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