review: 24K gold gel face mask (global beauty care)

It seems that year after year, one beauty resolution remains the same: take better care of my skin. (In fact, I have included this in my beauty resolutions posts year after year.) Improvements have definitely been made. Particularly over the past year or so. I've invested in products that work well and suit my skin type. Despite typically sticking to a select group of favourite skin care products....it is fun to try out something new every now and then. On a shopping trip, I came across a mask set from Global Beauty Care. It was the 24K Gold Gel Face Mask, shown above. The gold aspect was certainly fun and intriguing but I'd also been on the hunt for a new face mask to incorporate into my beauty routine. So, does it work?

The 24K Gold Gel Face Mask claims are as follows: to hydrate, smooth, and soften skin. To reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It also claims to be suitable for all skin types. Right off the bat, it sounded good and the packaging was certainly fun....but would it actually deliver? The set came in a shiny gold box and included a 5oz tub of product as well as a flat rubber brush for application. In terms of the actual packaging, it was fairly simple and standard. It comes in a clear plastic tub and has a simple golden cap on top. Certainly nothing special but it does the job. That being said, the golden shimmer of the mask makes the product look stunning sitting on my beauty shelf.

As for the actual performance? The application process was fairly simple thanks to the applicator brush. That flat paddled brush made it quick and easy to apply the product all over the face. It was also very easy to wash and is something I plan to keep long after the mask is all used up. I just love it for application. Something that surprised me with the mask itself? Though it looks very golden in the tub, once you apply it on the face, it is more of a sheer shimmer rather than giving you a full on golden effect. After removing the product, I noticed that my skin felt smoother and softer. I have dry skin and found this mask to be quite hydrating and soothing. As for the anti-aging claims...that remains to be seen. Only time will tell!

Rating: 4 / 5

I have been incorporating this face mask into my skin care routine twice a week so far. It has made my skin smoother and softer - and I've been enjoying the results thus far. This was a wonderful find (especially because it only set me back about $10) and a welcome addition to my beauty routine.  

Have you tried the 24K mask? What is your favourite face mask?