Natural Beauty and Pampering with Dirty Mermaid Beauty [Review] #MelodyCosme #DirtyMermaidBeauty

If you're a regular reader of my blog you know that self-care and a sometimes lengthy skincare routine are a big part of how I keep my mind strong. At the end of a long day, sometimes the easiest way to relax is by drifting away with some calming bathwater and peaceful aromas. If you've been following my mini-reviews on Instagram, you'll know that I've been able to do that with all natural products from Dirty Mermaid Beauty.

I received 5 Dirty Mermaid Beauty pouches from Melody Skincare and Cosmetics to try out and share my thoughts and experiences with. So lets jump right in ~

Siren Spring Soak
A floral blend of French Lavender, Jasmine Absolute, Vetiver essential oils with Dead Sea Mineral Salts, Organic Bladderwrack Seaweed, and Grapeseed Oil.

 Simply pour under warm running bathwater and soak for up to 40 minutes.

I found this essential oil blend to be very calming, and it helped ease away a migraine I had been dealing with all day. The seaweed bits drifting around in the water was a nice tranquil touch as well.

Sea Kissed Mask and Body Wrap
This mask is composed of Organic Seaweed and Coconut Milk.

For the single pouch I added one tablespoon of filtered water to the powder and mixed it together. I only used this mask on my face, but if I were to purchase the full size tub I'd definitely try it as a body wrap as well.

The powder smelled like seaweed with a sweetness to it. Once I added the water, however, it turned into a stronger seaweed scent. But it was quite pleasant - not at all fishy like sheet masks made of seaweed.

After spreading the mixture onto my face with a flat foundation brush, I followed the directions and removed it after 10 minutes. The mask did firm up a bit but it did not fully dry. It felt slightly cooling and also soothing while on my skin.
Afterwards my skin was noticeably brighter, but my acne was also much less red and not nearly as painful. This was a very calming mask.

Autumn Sea Soak
An earthy blend of Organic Patchouli, Cedarwood, Ylang Ylang, Cajeput and Lemon essential oils with Dead Sea Mineral Salts and Organic Bladderwrack Seaweed.

Simply pour under warm running bathwater and soak for up to 40 minutes.

This was a homey scent for me. It reminded me of my grandma's house growing up a bit, which was more a nostalgic scent. This was very relaxing and put my mind and body right at ease. I think this is my favorite salt for that reason.

Cleanse + Glow Moroccan Clay
This mask is composed of Rhassoul Clay, Australian Red Reef Clay, and Organic Cinnamon.

I mixed the powder from this single-use pouch with one tablespoon of water.

I could pick up hints of the cinnamon while mixing, but it soon just smelled like clay. I loved the red color of this mask - so vibrant!

After spreading the mixture onto my face with a flat foundation brush, I followed the directions and removed it after 10 minutes. I felt a slight warming sensation for a few seconds after application, but it quickly disappeared.
This mask started to dry quite a bit but it did not become so hard that it was painful. This was one of the most easy masks to wash away I've ever used. Both this and the seaweed mask washed away with minimal effort and some warm water.
Afterwards I could tell my pores looked a bit cleaner, and my cystic acne looked much less swollen.

Nordic Sea Soak
A woodsy blend of Organic Cedarwood, Fir Needle, and Organic Patchouli with Dead Sea Mineral Salts and Organic Bladderwrack Seaweed.

Simply pour under warm running bathwater and soak for up to 40 minutes.

This was a more uplifting scent. It definitely helped melt away stress and achiness from the day, and it left me feeling more renewed. I felt much more clear-headed afterwards.

I genuinely enjoyed all of these products from Dirty Mermaid Beauty. They each are very unique and have their own individual differences that make them all a special experience on their own. I found them all very calming and relaxing to use, which has been great during times of stress and anxiety.

You can find all these vegan and organic single-use pouches of amazing Dirty Mermaid Beauty bath and beauty products for sale at Melody Cosme.

Disclaimer: No monetary compensation was received for this post. The Glitter Chic blog will always provide honest opinions, beliefs or experiences on products reviewed. If you have any questions, please contact me at gothickornchic at gmail dot com. This post may contain affiliate links, marked with an "*" and I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using one of those links - which costs nothing to the consumer but does help this site. The disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

#Mediental 2-Step #SheetMask Sampler #Review

This review is for four masks I received as a sampler from Melody Skincare & Cosmetics. Margaret is a super sweet shop owner and having ordered from her in the past, I was thrilled when she asked if I'd be interested in trying out these new two-step masks she recently added to her site. I've been giving my initial impression on my Instagram recently, but in this post I'm going to share additional photos and a purchase link to grab some for yourself while they're at a great introductory sale price!

In this post:
>Mediental Baek Myeong MPS Mask
>Mediental Hwa-Chim TSA Clinic Mask
>Mediental Maeseon-Tox Mask
>Mediental Taeban Nutrition Skin Renewal Mask

Mediental Baek Myeong MPS Mask
Description:
This mask is designed to brighten your complexion and even our your skin tone.
Ingredients: Ampoule, Mask

Directions:
For this, and the other masks in this review, the directions are the same. You apply the ampoule (step one) after cleansing and toning your face - I also applied my acids beforehand as well (AHA and/or BHA, plus tretinoin). While your skin is still damp from the ampoule you'll remove the mask from the package and apply it to your skin. Relax while the mask is on your face - 10 - 30 minutes is a good rule of thumb, but I sometimes go even longer. Remove the mask and pat in the remaining essence, then continue with your routine.
Performance:
The ampoule is like a thick gel, and turned my skin into a nice canvas for the mask - by applying the ampoule first you are making your skin moist and allowing it to be able to absorb better. This lets the mask essence soak into your skin nicely and more effectively. The mask material is a dense cellulose fabric that adheres to my face like a second skin - the fit is absolutely incredible! The material is thin - but it is dense enough to be strong and durable, it doesn't tear easily.

I wore this mask for about 45 minutes, though there was still enough moisture for longer) and was very pleased with how much brighter my complexion looked. When I walked into the bathroom, my skin genuinely looked luminous. This mask also left a hydrating layer of essence on my skin, even after patting my face for a while. I enjoyed this for my evening routine, and found that it absorbed just fine after massaging in a cream afterwards or just soaked in overnight.

Mediental Hwa-Chim TSA Clinic Mask
Description: Designed to calm irritated skin, control oil production, and tighten pores.
Ingredients: Ampoule, Mask

Performance:
This mask has a slightly difference ampoule but it has the same light scent and thin gel consistency as the others. The mask material is also the same. I wore this mask for about 40 minutes and found that the same hydrating layer of essence was left on my skin. My pores are not a huge issue for me at the moment but I do feel like they looked a little smaller around my nose upon removal.

The big winning point for me with this mask, was that the next morning there was no excess oil in my t-zone! My face was not dry at all, but the fact this I didn't wake up to an oily mess around my nose and forehead makes me confident that this mask really does help with oil control.

Mediental Maeseon-Tox Mask
Description:
Designed to plump fine lines and wrinkles, and firm saggy skin.
Ingredients: Ampoule, Mask

Performance:
This mask has a slightly difference ampoule but it has the same light scent and thin gel consistency as the others. The mask material is also the same. I wore this mask for over an hour (!) and found that the same hydrating layer of essence was left on my skin.

When I removed this mask my face was plump, hydrated, and bouncy.

Mediental Taeban Nutrition Skin Renewal Mask
Description:
Designed to nourish and moisturize all skin types - especially dry skin.
Ingredients: Ampoule, Mask

Performance:
This mask has a slightly difference ampoule but it has the same light scent and thin gel consistency as the others. The mask material is also the same. I wore this mask for about 45 minutes, but could have worn it longer, and left a slight amount of essence on my skin.

When I removed this mask my face looked brighter and more plump, and felt pleasantly hydrated. This mask gave the highest moisture reading on my moisture meter, and gave the biggest increase in moisture to my skin during the masking time as well. Having oily skin, I can definitely say that I see this being a good moisturizing mask for all skin types.

Verdict:
This was a great sampler of masks to try. Mediental was a completely new brand to me, and I am usually nervous about the ingredients in two-step masks - but these were a real treat! They offer great ingredients without any real irritants, and give real results to my skin. My favorites are the Baek Myeong MPS Mask and the Taeban Nutrition Skin Renewal Mask, but all four are on sale right now at Melody Cosme!
Head over to Melody and grab a sampler of the same four masks I reviewed here for just $10! Or individual masks for $2.50 each. 

Disclaimer: No monetary compensation was received for this post. The Glitter Chic blog will always provide honest opinions, beliefs or experiences on products reviewed. If you have any questions, please contact me at gothickornchic at gmail dot com. This blog contains affiliate links and I may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using one of those links. The disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.