There's something calming about a face mask. When you put it on, it gives you a built in excuse to grab a drink, sit on the couch, watch some bad TV and read gossip magazines while it dries. (At least I hope it does. That's what I've always loved about them). One of my favorites is Origins Out of Trouble. It's billed as a mask for troubled skin, but I've used it for years and my skin is usually pretty clear, so I don't think that's a requirement. It contains salicylic acid, which helps to keep breakouts away - always a good thing - but it still smells fresh and clean. That's important to me because I've tried some masks that really reek - not a big selling point. Who can relax when their face smells like rotten eggs? It's kind of hard to tell how well masks work because you don't use them every day, but my face always feels great when I take this one off, almost like it does when I get done with a facial at Burke Williams (Ahhh, Burke Williams). It's reasonably priced too, only $20 for 3.4 ounces, enough to last a long time unless you're a face mask addict who can't stop putting one on every night. (I don't know if there actually are face mask addicts, but I'm constantly surprised by the things people get hooked on. I guess if I had to pick something to be out of control with, masks are the way to go).
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