Boscia Oil Control Mask Review

Written by Ada H 

I live in one of the greatest cities in the world - New York City. Time is a funny thing here. Back home in Texas, I had a lot of time and I spent the majority of it watching Netflix. After I moved here, it’s like I don’t have time for anything. There’s so much to do here. This city really inspires the “Empire State of Mind” as Alicia Keys puts it. It’s true. Whatever you dream of, whatever you want. This city has all the opportunities available for you to grasp and make those dreams a reality. New York is Go. So I go.

With Boscia’s Green Tea Oil Control Mask, I love the results. My face feels soft and supple, and it looks soft and smooth. From all the harsh weather and environmental pollutants, this is a nice refresh at the end of the day. It smells amazing, fresh. The color is a light jade creamy hue. The results make this a definite yes for your beauty arsenal.

That is where my compliments stop. I’m busy, I’m beginning to have white hairs from everything I’m doing and wanting to do. So many projects and side hustles. First, this mask is a little difficult to put on your face. The viscosity is thick (I’ve been wanting to use that word – viscosity hehe).  It’s not a smooth application. It’s a slight struggle to apply all over your face. An unnecessary struggle if you ask me. The directions say to put on a thin layer. The first time I used it, I guess I put on too thin of a layer. I had the hardest time picking and peeling it off. I ended up washing the majority of it off. (Am I the only one who gets satisfaction out of peeling that layer off?)  The second time, I put more on. The peel was more satisfactory this time around, but it was still difficult to separate the substance from my skin. I had to sit there and pick, pick, pick. It should be peeeeelll, peeelllllllll, done! It took up way too much time. 

The results are fantastic, but the process isn’t as smooth as it should be.  I’m torn really, why can’t the mask be like me and just tear.

Sake Hydrogel Eye Mask Review

Boscia was developed in Japan 35+ years ago.   It made it’s debut in the US in 2002.    What differentiates it from other brands is that it is the first 100% preservative free skincare brand. Boscia stands for Botanical Science.   All of their products use advanced Japanese technology to make your skin feel good & look great.  I tried Boscia’s Sake Brightening Hydrogel Eye Masks.  They came in a box with 3 treatments & they sold for $15.00.   The eye mask is infused with Sake, plant extracts, & antioxidants that promise to firm, hydrate, brighten & reduce the look of fine lines.   It also is said to make the skin around the eye area look rejuvenated.  Most of Boscia’s products include Jojoba leaf & wilowherb,  The leaf works to prevent damage &  nourishes skin & the herb reduces redness & irritation. The main ingredient Sake has Thioredoxin (TRX).  This is considered the “mother molecule” for all living organisms providing protection from aging, dullness, water loss, loss of elasticity and hyperpigmentation.  Also, it is extremely rich in vitamins and minerals to provide powerful hydration and brightening benefits.

The product is very simple to use. I easily removed the eye pads from the packaging & peeled off each lining on each individual pad.  Put the smaller end in the corner of the eye & placeone under each eye following the contour of your eye.  Pat down so they are on smoothly & leave on for 15-20 minutes.   Remove when done & pat the remaining oils into skin. Do not rinse or wash off. I really liked this product.  It was simple to use & it felt nice on my eyes.  I loved the fact that the product had a Japanese mystique to it & I think it did help my under eye area after only one treatment.  I was surprised about the main ingredient being Sake as I had only drank Sake in the past.   I will definitely do another treatment on my eyes. I am thrilledwith the fact that there are no preservatives in this brand & they pride themselves on how their products are made & their effectiveness. It is definitely worth $15 for 3 treatments.  I do plan to buy other product by this brand.

Boscia Black Hydration Gel Review

Written by Ada . H 

When it comes to cleanliness, there's a stigma that black = dirty. We want white linens, a bright white kitchen with white counter tops. We want white teeth, brightening skin potions. Well, you clean freaks, BLACK is the new clean.  When Lady Gaga came out with her signature eau de parfum "Fame", the liquid inside was black. I remember when I first lent that bottle to girls in the locker room, a lot of them gasped and immediately had a look of disgust on their face. I stood there unhinged, "do it," I challenged them. They ended up loving the smell. 

Don't be afraid of the new black toiletries, my friends!

Boscia's new black line for skin care is no different. It's black because of the charcoal ingredient that's been concocted into the line. It's the star ingredient. Charcoal these days have so many different properties for cleaning and skincare. It's the new IT-ingredient. (Remember when it was tea tree oil?) 

I tried Boscia's Black Hydration Gel and let me tell you I have jumped ship from a Belieber to a believer in this product. First of all, it smells like lychee. It has an exotic, faint, clean fruit smell. It's not heavy, it's just there. It's refreshing. All it requires is a thin layer spread evenly on your face day and night. I apply it underneath my makeup. 

Who shines like a greasy diamond by the end of the work day? 

Me. 

However, when I apply this hydration gel on for the day, I look great by the end of it! I'm usually running to the bathroom blotting my face with rough paper towels, or secretly tearing off those damn tissue paper toilet coverings in the stall and doing what Tyra Banks taught me to dab my face. With this, I don't have to worry about all that nonsense. It's awesome!  The gel comes out looking weird to first-timers. It literally looks like someone took clear gel and mixed charcoal into it. It's not a solid black gel, it's more like a semi translucent light black gel. Don't be scared! It melts and soaks into your skin clear. My skin looks smoother and more refined. The verdict: I am definitely incorporating this into my daily regimen for years to come - until I die a black death.

Boscia Skincare Review

You’re never too old to become younger – Mae West.

When selecting my skincare, I always start with the intent to actually try it. We are all guilty of buying something cosmetic trying it 3 days and complaining when it doesn’t work.

Skin takes a little time to adjust to new products. Skin also takes time to stop the way it reacts from the former products you’ve been using.

My skincare routine has been much more mild and my skin has been amazing as a result. Skin naturally repairs it self so don’t be too abrasive and interfere with the process. I don’t use a Clarisonic anymore and believe it or not with consistency my skin is in the best shape it’s ever been.  I am not saying to throw your hard earned money in the trash. This is my personal preference and I am extremely happy with the results.

I use the mask one a week or before I am headed to a special occasion.  The cleanser I use night and day as well as the moisturizer.

See below my current system:

Luminizing Black Mask $ 34 US

http://www.sephora.com/luminizing-black-mask-P266800?skuId=1269455

Detoxifying Black Cleanser $ 28 US:

http://www.boscia.com/shop/product_detail.php?products_id=146

Revitalizing Black Hydration Gel $ 34 US:

http://www.boscia.com/shop/product_detail.php?products_id=140