Balance Active Formula Snake Venom Face Mask review

Balance active formula has just come back onto my radar after I heard a few people raving about one of their products. The name and design of the packaging looked really familiar to me and I realised I had one of their products sitting at home. I actually bought the  Balance Snake Venom Face Mask nearly 2 years ago on a whim when snake venom was the new second coming. It has been sitting in my bathroom cabinet and I am not sure why I haven't used it! I have been making up for that lapse in judgement and have really enjoyed the results. I have been using the parabens  free mask once a week for the last 6 weeks and I have to say I really like it. It makes good on its claims to tone, refresh and purify without stripping my skin. 

The formula is very nourishing and leaves the skin supple. The first time I used the mask I did experience a little bit of tingling on my nose and inner cheek area that lasted about 2 minutes but it wasn't uncomfortable or alarming.
I haven't experiened it since. 

The mask didn't leave my skin uncomfortably tight or dry but and I feel as though my serum glided over my skin even more so than usual and sank in even quicker after using this. My face felt incredibly soft and that soft smoothness lasted well into the following days. In fact I would say it is a very moisturising mask. I also noticed that my skin was brighter after each use and glowed. 

The main active ingredients are Natural clay, Syn®-Ake as well as moisturising Agent & Orange Oil. It is suggested to be used once a week but I would consider using it twice per week if I needed an extra boost. I would definitely recommend trying the Balance Snake Venom Face Mask whatever your skin type as it didn't alter my skin oils at all. Balance Active formula actually have online stores which is very convenient and their prices are incredibly reasonable. 

 I will be stocking up and trying a few more products from this range too. Look out for these additions in future.

Tip: Before letting the mask set give yourself a quick facial massage and the product works even better!

Have you tried the Balance Active formula range?

 What are your go to products?

Smooches

Stephanie aka Wednesdays Girl

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D.I.Y skincare : Spirulina and kelp facial mask

Kelp and Spirulina tablets

Hi guys, 

I am sharing something a little different today. 

  A D.I.Y face treatment I have used often for smooth, nourished and plump skin.

This is the D.I.Y Spirulina and Kelp face mask.

It is a simple yet effective mask. 

All you need is 

loose powdered Spirulina or in my case 3 tablets

1/4 of an orange ( juiced)

3 kelp tablets.

*this makes 2 masks*

I crushed the tablets and mixed it with the orange juice and applied to a dry cleansed  face immediately.

For easy application apply this with an old clean makeup brush.
If you feel the mixture is a little thin on your face.
 You can indeed layer until you are happy.
When doing this ensure you pour half the mixture into a different container to minimise germs and bacteria getting in.

 There are many variations of this mask and I am always tweaking to suit my needs.
Although in hindsight, having made this a few times a thicker mixture is less messy.
So by adding more crushed Tablets or less juice.
You can use lemon or lime.
Honey for moisture or add a fine not too abrasive sugar for exfoliation.
It is very versatile and is easily adaptable, for what ever you feel your skin needs.

Spirulina and kelp are amazing "super foods" that are packed full of vitamins, antioxidants and nutrients.
Definitely check them out if you haven't.

Spirulina and kelp face mask

There you have it a purifying, calming, brightening mask.
I would suggest making this in a small batch just to ensure freshness.
This also means that the nutrients in the tablets are utilised straightaway.

Try it out, it's cheap and cheerful but awesome. 

*although very rare, some experience staining and this can be removed with lemon exfoliation.*

Smooches

Stephanie aka Wednesdays Girl

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