In this economy, $10 can't get you much more than an oat milk latte with an added espresso shot or one month of a Netflix subscription [2]. But if you're in the know in the beauty world, you understand $10 can get you far when it comes to The Inkey List products [3]. The brand just launched its new Madecassoside Mask [4] ($10) that promises to hydrate and strengthen your moisture barrier, so I decided to put those claims to the test after a night of drinking margaritas to see just how far $10 could really get my skin.
After all, there's nothing like a couple (or a lot) of margaritas to make your skin instantly hate you. After washing my face [5] and not applying my nighttime moisturiser (oops), the skin on my body and my face felt as dry as my mouth. A couple of glasses of water later, I was feeling much better, but my skin had still not forgiven me for the previous night's sins.
I decided to try The Inkey List's new face mask to see if it could revive my skin and perhaps breathe some life into my morning routine [6]. The product claims it can help relieve inflammation, redness, and itching thanks to an innovative cooling effect, which is exactly what I needed.
Meet The Inkey List Madecassoside Mask
Made with madecassoside, a medicinal herb known for its ability to reduce inflammation, the mask feels lightweight and cool to the touch. The formula also features poly fructol plus, which provides immediate hydration and helps prevent moisture loss — something my skin desperately needed. (Note to self: do not lick the salt off the rim the next time I order margaritas.)
How to Apply The Inkey List Madecassoside Mask
I started off by applying a pea-size amount all over my face, and then added another layer for good measure. The mask went on smoothly, and I could feel it instantly soothe my dehydrated skin.
Results of The Inkey List Madecassoside Mask
I let the face mask [8] work its magic for 15 minutes, and then washed it off with cool water. Immediately after, my skin felt refreshed and renewed, and it also looked much plumper. I moisturised my skin with my daily face lotion, and it was almost as if I had never overindulged in margaritas in the first place.
So, can such an affordable mask deliver on its promises? The final verdict is yes, yes it can. With effective ingredients and a low price point, this Inkey List mask went above and beyond my expectations. The next time my skin wants to punish me for having too many margs, I now know how to give it the reset it needs.
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