A few weeks ago, I was invited to attend the launch of Montagne Jeunesse’s new skin care line…CLAY SPA MASQUES!
Montagne Jeunesse Clay Spa are specially sourced clays that are infused into natural bamboo fabric, making deep cleansing quicker and easier. They are paraben free, dermatologically tested, and BUAV, PETA, and Vegetarian Society Approved. Because each package is meant for one use, all the ingredients are 99% natural with a natural preservative system.
DIRECTIONS:
To apply, ensure skin is dry and clean then place the masque over the contours of the face. Leave for 10-15 minutes for superior cleansing action. The new clay infused fabric system also means less mess as the clay is gently lifted away from the skin. Skin will be left feeling soft, smooth and cleansed.
PRICE:
$2.49CAD / $2.49US
RETAILERS:
Online: Farleyco
Canada: Walmart, London Drugs, Lawtons, Select Familiprix, Select Guardian, Select IDA, Select Jean Coutu, Select Pharmasave, Select Uniprix
US: Walmart & ULTA
REVIEWER NOTES:
As you continue reading this post, photos of the mask on and off were taken to show: (1) what the mask looks like, (2) how it conforms onto the face, and (3) the residue that will be left on your face after removing the mask. The residue washes off easily with warm water.
GLACIAL CLAY SPA
CLAIMS:
Glacial Clay Spa cools, rehydrates and clears pores deep down to remove impurities. Cloudberries soothes the skin as it is an anti-oxidant that is high in nutrients. Red Grape protects the skin from damaging free radicals.
Glacial Clay Spa
INGREDIENTS:
Aqua (Purified water), Kaolin (Natural clay), Sea silt (Canadian glacial clay), Glucose (Sugar), Parfum (Fragrance), Xanthum gym (Natural thickener), Sea salt (Dead Sea salt), Glycerin (Vegetable origin), Aloe barbadensis (Aloe vera) leaf juice, Vitis vinifera (Red grape) fruit extract, Propylene glycol, Rubus chamaemorus (Cloudberry) extract, Glucose oxidase (Sugar origin), Lactoperoxidase (Milk origin), CL 42090 (Blue 1)
Glacial Clay Spa Mask On (Left) / Mask Off (Right)
RED EARTH CLAY SPA
CLAIMS:
Red Earth Clay Spa detoxes the skin by penetrating deep down into pores, drawing out impurities and excess oils. Pomegranate is known for its healing and anti-oxidant properties, protecting skin from damaging free radicals. Cinnamon has natural anti-bacterial properties and a warm spicy aroma.
Red Earth Clay Spa
INGREDIENTS:
Aqua (Purified water), Kaolin (Natural clay), Illite (Mediterranean clay), Glucose (Sugar), Xanthum gym (Natural thickener), Citric acid, Citrus aurantium dulcis (Orange) oil, Limonene*, Parfum (Fragrance), Cinnamomum zeylanicum (Cinnamon) leaf oil, Glycerin (Vegetable origin), Eugenol*, Punica granatum (Pomegranate) fruit extract, Glucose oxidase (Sugar origin), Lactoperoxidase (Milk origin)
*Naturally found in essential oils
Red Earth Clay Spa Mask On (Left) / Mask Off (Right)
DEAD SEA MUD SPA
Dead Sea Mud Spa draws out impurities and opens blocked pores. Dead Sea Salt is used for healing and therapeutic effects. Seaweed restores moisture levels & revitalizes and firms skin leaving it hydrated and cleansed. Kelp is packed with vitamins and minerals keeping skin nourished & moisturized, it also helps regenerate skin cells and with anti-aging.
Dead Sea Mud Spa
INGREDIENTS:
Aqua (Purified water), Kaolin (Natural clay), Glucose (Sugar), Parfum (Fragrance), Xanthum gym (Natural thickener), Aloe barbadensis (Aloe vera) leaf juice, Sea Salt (Dead Sea salt), Propylene glycol, Citric acid, Fucus vesiculosus (Seaweed) extract, Sorbitol (Plant origin), Laminaria digitata (Sea kelp) extract, Chondrus crispus (Carrageenan) extract, Silt( Dead Sea mud), Glucose oxidase (Sugar origin), Lactoperoxidase (Milk origin), CL 42090 (Blue 1), Cl 19140 (Yellow 5)
Dead Sea Mud Spa On (Left) / Mask Off (Right)
OVERALL REVIEW:
It amazes me when a PR Firm takes the time and effort to read your blog and understand the needs of each blogger. Farleyco is definitely that. Before I left the event, the PR Rep suggested that I read over the ingredients list before using the product. She recalled my severe allergic reaction from reading my Life with Acne post. So she didn’t want me to experience one again. I know it doesn’t seem like much, but to me, this was truly a really personable touch.
With regards to the ingredients, I love how the list on the packaging explains what each ingredient is in layman’s terms. Half the time when reading boxes, it feels like I’m in science class reading a molecular compound or a latin word. So it’s refreshing to know what’s going on my face.
The concept of the mask is absolutely brilliant! I’ve seen sheet masks and mud masks but never the two combined. You get the best of both worlds, the cleansing properties of mud masks without the worry of finishing a jar of it before it dries up. Also, it’s great for travel since it’s in a single packet use.
I experienced absolutely no allergic reactions or skin sensitivities with any of the masks. In fact, all three masks left my face super soft, as if I just exfoliated my face. Usually my face is only soft in the morning after I apply all my lotions and potions at night, so this was a new experience for me. The mask that actually left my face feeling the softest was Red Earth Clay Spa.
When putting on these masks, Dead Sea Mud Spa and Glacial Clay Spa had perfume scents with the former having the strongest scent of the two.
When reading the claims for all three masks, they pretty much do the same thing: exfoliate, draw impurities, cleanse pores, and restore moisture and firmness back into the skin. But the one mask that I would purchase again because I didn’t notice any scents and it left my face feeling the softest, would be the Red Earth Clay Spa.
GIVEAWAY
Montagne Jeunesse & Farleyco has teamed up with us to offer 3 Product Wars readers to experience the revolution of an at-home spa. Three Canadian readers will receive a prize pack containing three new masques plus a cosmetic headband.
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Good luck!
Disclaimer: Products were provided by a PR Firm for review consideration. All opinions are my own and are always open & honest.