Formula 10.0.6 Pores Be Pure Mask Review

Hello! Today we are talking about some skincare! Specifically a mask that I've been using lately.

I heard about Formula 10.0.6 a few years ago and have always wanted to try their skin care but kind of forgot about it for a while. I was looking for a new face mask at Ulta and found a display of this brand. I have to admit that I was kind of drawn on by their packaging because it's fun and colorful but so simple, and that this was a bit of an impulse buy. But upon reading their website, they claim to use fresh and natural ingredients, which is a total win in my book. However, they were a bit vague in this description so I'm not sure how 100% these claims are! This is also a super affordable brand, and that's always a plus!

On to the mask I bought!

When I use face masks, I prefer to use some type of mud mask. I chose the Pores Be Pure Skin Clarifying Mud Mask.

About this mask from Formula 10.0.6 website

"Pores Be Pure is the skin-clarifying mud mask that helps to eliminate impurities and clear blocked pores. With the help of Strawberry, Yarrow, and Rosemary, Pores Be Pure provides your skin with instant complexion perfections. Packed with anti-oxidants for clear skin."

I chose this one because when I was looking at the ingredients, I saw this mask had Kaolin Clay in it, which my skin responds well to. They also had another mask, called Deep Down Detox, which was also a mud mask containing Kaolin, and was orange scented. I chose the Pores Be Pure because I thought the strawberry scent sounded better. 

My Thoughts-

Overall, I enjoy this mask, but it isn't anything special. I really love the way it smells with the Strawberry scent. I can't smell the yarrow (I don't even know what yarrow smells like?) or the rosemary, which is nice. The scent is very light and not overpowering. 

This mask does feel a little bit tingly/hot on my face but it's nothing serious and doesn't bothers me. I've had masks that burn before and I can't deal with those, but this one is okay. The sensation goes away after it's been on my face for a minute or two. 

My skin does feel really nice and clean after using this, but I haven't really seen any changes in my skin. I'll definitely finish this up, and I do want to try more from this brand. I say if you want to try this out, it's worth a try but I'm not sure if I'd repurchase it! 

Have you tried any products from Formula 10.06 before? If so leave your thoughts on them in the comments! 

Elf Cosmetics | Acne Fighting Foundation & Illuminating Eye Cream Reviews

Hello! Are you a fan of Elf? 

As with any cheaper makeup brand (or any brand really), the products can be hits and misses. I've definitely found both hits and misses while trying Elf makeup, but they've really seemed to improved the quality of their makeup recently. They've also added skin care, and I've been dying to try a lot of it!

The acne fighting  foundation is one I've wanted to try for a while now, even since a few YouTubers that I watch raved about it. My targets selection of Elf isn't the best, but I was in another city and saw the foundation so I didn't even hesitate to pick it up. 

My target just started carrying Elf's skin care, but only a few things. They were sold out of 2 out of 4 of the things I found, and the eye cream was one of them. Again, I didn't hesitate to buy it. 

So today I'm doing a two in one review for both the foundation and the eye cream. 

Let's talk about the foundation first. 

Elf Acne Fighting Foundation 

From Elf's website 

"This lightweight acne fighting foundation works to disguise redness, blemishes and uneven skintone. The flawless coverage foundation formula is infused with acne fighting key ingredients Salicylic Acid, Witch Hazel, Camphor, Tea Tree and soothing Aloe, to help prevent and treat acne blemishes."

This foundation is $6 and can be found online at Elf's website and some targets. I chose the shade porcelain, which was the lightest shade and a perfect match for my skin. 

My Thoughts

Let's state the obvious first that this look just like Makeup Forever Mat Velvet+ foundation packing. This also have a similar texture, but that's where the similarities stop. 

 

•Pros

-only $6

-blends in super nice. I've tried with both the beauty blender and Sigma F80, I prefer using the F80 brush. 

-the formula is a little thicker (like the MUFE one I mentioned) but it's lightweight and feels natural on the skin.

-medium coverage

-has acne fighting properties and ingredients. I really like using witch hazel, tea tree, and aloe for my skin. 

•Cons

-some targets don't carry this, so you'll have to order online. I find it hard to choose a foundation shade online. 

-it comes in 8 shades, so not the best color selection. 

-has a slight medicinal scent, which is probably from the 'acne fighting' ingredients. I can only smell it right when I start to apply this to my face. It doesn't bother me, but it might bother some. 

-even though it's medium coverage, some redness pokes through on my skin. I still have to use a concealer to spot conceal.

-I don't find this doing anything to fight acne. 

-not very long lasting. It does last most of the day, but with my skin being combo oily, it looks a little patchy at the end of the day. 

Overall I think this foundation is just okay. I wouldn't repurchase it, but I'll use it up. It's a decent foundation for how cheap it is, but is rather spend the extra $5-10 on another drugstore foundation that I know will last longer. If your skin is oily then I would skip this, or try it with a good matte primer and setting powder. If your skin is dry, you might like this!

Elf Illuminating Eye Cream 

From Elf's Website 

"Purified water and essential nutrients help hydrate and minimize the appearance of dark circles and puffiness for glowing, healthy looking skin.

Infused with nourishing Jojoba, Vitamin E, and Cucumber to soothe and protect the delicate skin area around the eyes. It's also rich in antioxidants Shea Butter and Green Tea."

This one is $10 online or at Target. I'm not going to do a pro con list with this one because there isn't much bad to say about this. But also keep in mind that I have yet to find an eye cream that works miracles and reduces fine lines, etc. 

-This does a nice job at hydrating my under eye area. Like it promises, it does make my under eye area brighter and reduce puffiness. 

-I'm not sure it does anything to minimize dark circles, but I get those pretty bad so that might just be me. 

-I love the texture of this eye cream, it almost feels like a cross between a gel and a cream, which might be from the water ingredients in it. I'm not 100% sure though since I've never used any gel/cream products before (I could be totally wrong, ha!). 

-It absorbs quickly and I've been using this at night and in the morning. I have no problem blending out makeup over top of it. 

-For $10, I really like this. I've only tried a small handful of eye creams (both drugstore and highend) and this has to be my favorite so far. 

I definitely recommend trying this one. It's worth a try for how affordable this is. I really want to try more of Elf's skin care line!

Have you tried either of these Elf products? Do you have any Elf favorites?