Hello lovlies,

I hope you all had a lovely Christmas and Happy New Year, its 2020 yay! So as sheet masks are becoming more and more popular (Im sure you've all heard of them unless you've been hiding under a rock) I thought I'd give you lovelies my honest opinion from a few on currently on the market, and easily accessible. Sheet masks are very hot topic right now, claiming "super hydrating" and "5 minute fabric facials". Loved by fellow bloggers and celebrities alike, I have tried a few in the past but I'm intrigued to add them into my skincare routine.


The three sheet masks I picked up include, Superdrug's own brand Purifying Facial Sheet Mask, Garner SkinActive Moisture Bomb Super Hydrating Glow-Revealing Sheet Mask and the 7th Heaven Dead Sea Sheet Masque. All the masks seem like they are going to work a treat, all the directions are different so each sheet can be left on at different times - I could get use to this at home pampering lark. Each mask claim to provide your skin with benefits such as hydrating and purifying.

Garnier Sheet Mask

What does it claim to do?

Claims to "Intensely rehydrate skin", "Restore rosy glow", "Improve skins appearance" as this sheet mask is made for Dull skin making "skin look smoother and more luminous" making your "complexion look more even and fresh". The sheet mask should be left on for approx 15 minutes to let the mask work its magic.

What does it actually do?

As the priciest sheet mask at £1.99 out of the three I bought (however should be £2.99) I think this is the best out of the three I have tried. Although pricier than the rest I felt as though my skin honestly felt nourished and fully moisturised! This is a great mask for the winter months purely as my combination skin has become very dry, due to some seriously cold weather we've been having lately. I used the mask before bedtime and woke up with baby soft skin!


Superdrug Sheet Mask

What does it claims to do?

Claims to be the new "5 minute fabric facial" with a "revitalising formula" that with "reawaken" your skin with a 5 to 10 minute application. This sheet mask claims to leave your skin "clean, bright and fresh" being the "ultimate home express pampering treatment".

What does it actually do?

I think this mask is reasonably priced at a low price point of £1.29 however for an own drugstore brand I think that could be lowered. The cooling and refreshing tea tree and spearmint oil did seem to make my skin feel energised and fresh. Ive always loved cooling sensations but I know others aren't keen, so if you aren't then I would say this mask isn't for you! Even though the mask felt great on my skin at the time, I wouldn't say it really did much for me afterwards which is a shame.


7th Heaven Sheet Masque

What does it claims to do?

With this mask it is your "5 minute beauty fix" with "calming and cleansing" influences. This mask  claims it will leave your skin feeling and looking "smooth and rehydrated".

What does it actually do?

After using this mask only once before, I am still impressed with it! Being the cheapest mask of the three at 89p from my local Bodycare store it is definitely worth picking this up, and I can't wait to try others from the same brand! I also like how this mask fitted on my face, now this may sound strange but some masks are so big like they're made for giants - this one however is a winner for my tiny pea head! Gorgeously scented and the only printed sheet mask I tried.



So I hope you enjoyed this quick little review and how I found the masks on my combination skin (however dry in the winter months), I would recommend all 3 if you fancied a pamper night with your girlies (or guys), but I can't wait to try out more in the future in fact I have a dedicated mask/sheet mask drawer in my room so If you wanted a sneak peak in there pop it in the comments below along with your favourites!

I hope you have a lovely weekend!


All images and opinions are my own, this is not a sponsored post, copyright Abbey Hartley.

Hey Lovelies,

My skin has been so up and down as of recently due to the weather and me consuming my own body weight in Christmas chocolate. So because of this I decided to reach for my L'oreal pure clay face masks, I use them as a combination to work in unity together to get my skin back to its peak condition.


Now you've probably seen so many posts around the internet about these face masks but I decided to add a new one into the mix that is a pretty new release. Also if you are currently having trouble with your skin recently like myself then maybe these clay masks can help you out too.

Pure Clay Detox Mask 

Kicking this off with my favourite of the 4 in my current collection, the detox mask aka 'the grey one'. This mask is my one true love and I mainly focus using it on my chin and jawline area, also the upper lip. This mask is perfect for detoxing your skin of all the impurities it holds. It is enriched with black charcoal that acts as a magnet to draw out all the impurities.  Did I also mention all the masks smell gorgeous? I apply it to dry/damp ish skin and let it sit for around 10 to 15 minutes its totally up to you - then I remove with a damp muslin cloth. Each and every clay mask feels utterly smooth and professional on the skin, like a spa day right in your own home.



Pure Clay Glow Mask

Unlike the others in the collection the Glow mask contains tiny exfoliating beads that you can feel when applying to areas you would like to brighten. Its beautiful pink colour comes from red algae that is known for its brightening properties, and apricot seeds to gently exfoliate dull and uneven skin. I tend to focus this one under my eyes (but not too close to cause irritation) and around my temples and cheek bones, where I naturally would like to glow and be bright. Again using this the same way and removing with a damp muslin cloth (mine are from Liz Earle).



Pure Clay Purity Mask

The texture of the purifying mask is a lot thinner and much creamier than the rest. I focus this on the areas where my pores may be large and blackhead areas such as my nose and around and my forehead - the T zone. It is enriched with Eucalyptus extract with is known for its purifying properties. My T zone always feel hydrated and smooth after using this product, ready to apply my serums and night time moisturiser.



Pure Clay Blemish Rescue Mask

Claiming to clear and unclog pores with Marine algae extract. Again this is a thicker texture very similar to the detox mask, I like to focus this on all my problem acne areas, as of lately it has been my chin with a few on my cheeks. This mask always does its very best to calm the spots down, as they definitely appear less red and inflamed after just one use.


Below shows swatches of all 4 of the clay masks I own, from this you can clearly tell what the textures are going to be like and how they vary...


The only one missing from my collection is the pure clay bright mask 'the yellow one' which I also can't wait to try as all 4 have impressed me and my skin so far. Whats not to love about all illuminating properties?



I really hope you have enjoyed this little skincare post and skin update, if you are having problematic skin lately and love some products that help please let me know in the comments as I would love the excuse to by more! All my social media links are in the sidebar so tweet me with recommendations too!

Abbey Hearts ♥

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Hello Lovlies,

So you might be thinking what's that title all about Abbey? Are you intrigued, keep reading to find out why Im loving a £1.50 eye gel...yes for real!



As we all know Boots is the home of all our beauty, skincare and haircare needs (plus many others) but have you ever actually delved into the Boots own brand section? Well if your answer is no then heres a few helpful hints. Boots own brand skincare is actually called Boots Essentials, and they're range is so helpful for those on a budget! Yes Im really, honestly loving my Boots Essentials Cucumber Eye Gel priced at an amazing £1.50 for a generous 50g. The boots essential range also includes wet wipes, hair dryers and makeup brushes...the list is frankly endless.



Lets talk about the eye gel. So first up the price as I've said is an amazing price for budget beauty, and those of us uni students who want the best but can't always afford everything thats #worththehype so I definitely recommend giving this eye gel a go - if yours is running low...buy this! Before this eye gel I repurchased the simple soothing eyes cream at £4.02, also a brilliant budget buy! So I thought why not try a cheaper one, they all do the same job right?



Doing the job is exactly what this eye gel does, much like the Simple one in a sense. The cooling cucumber is really refreshing under my eyes (I mostly have slight dark circles) and what I really look for in an eye cream is the wetness it gives. Now I know that may seem strange but I feel if its more wet than creamy then it is really doing the job I want it to = more satisfying. I have branched out into high end eye creams in the recent past and I have to say, they aren't really for me - I tend to stick with what I know, and now I know this I will be purchasing the Boots Essentials again in the future.

I also find for a budget buy the packaging is quite sleek and not at all cheap feeling on the skin let alone on my skincare shelf. In fact this product fits quite well on my shelf with its little Liz Earle family (Click Here for my Liz Earle post).

This eye gel claims...

"Boots Essentials Cucumber Eye Gel is infused with soothing cucumber and vitamins, this gel is easily absorbed to cool, refresh, reduce puffiness and lightly hydrate the delicate eye area. Suitable for all skin types."  

Taken from Boots.com



Truth be told this eye gel really does leave my under eyes feeling refreshed and hydrated instantly, I would also say there isn't much of a smell to this product at all which could be good or bad for you but I don't mind it. I use this all over my under eyes with light tapping movements with my ring fingers (as that finger has the lightest touch for the most sensitive and most important part of skin on your face) I also tap the product upwards towards my temples and apply this to my eye lids, but that is just personal preference.

Overall I think you should give this product a try, maybe if you're getting into a funk with your eye cream switch it up a bit! However I'm always on the hunt for new and exciting game changing products so please comment below or through social media (all my links are in the sidebar) what products are your faves - so I have an excuse to buy more! Hope you liked it! 

Abbey Hearts ♥


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