GIRL BE GLOWIN'. [VOLCANIC ASH EXFOLIATOR]

good afternoon, beautifuls!

so today, i decided to dedicate this post on a...

REVIEW: MAC's VOLCANIC ASH EXFOLIATOR.

i've been using the volcani ash exfoliator for about 2 weeks now. it was re-promoted with the Style Black collection. even when it was first released, there was so much rave about it - so now it is back, and the rave hasn't died.

what's so special about the volcanic ash exfoliator? Well, in MAC's words: "A highly effective, dual-purpose, foaming and exfoliating scrub blending natural Volcanic Ash with fine sugar crystals from the islands of Vanuatu. Adds moisture: leaves skin feeling soft and comfortably clean. Mineral-rich. Good for absorbing skin’s natural oils. May be used on any part of face or body. Rinses off with warm water. " - If the natural volcanic ash ingredient didn't catch your attention, i don't know where your mind is at! that's crazy, using real volcanic ash on your face. how many times can you tell your girlfriends that, "oh yeah, i'm using volcanic ash on my face." haha, slim to none!

PROS:

- this is a highly unique item

- the smell isn't bad, it's pleasing to the nose

- it leaves your skin feeling SO SUPER SOFT!

- great long term effects

- use of natural ingredients

CONS:

- dissolves too quickly

- quite expensive ($20)

OVERALL: like i said, i have been using this for 2 weeks now, every other day while i'm in the shower. yes, the exfoliator beads dissolve VERY FAST, but that DOES NOT MEAN you need to rinse it off right away. massage the volcanic ash into your face for about one minute...it will seem as if you are just using a regular cream face wash. but i can already feel the softness when i'm massaging it into my skin. after using it, my skin feels soooooo incredibly soft and radiant. after using this for 2 weeks, i noticed that my face/skin is naturally more vibrant, radiant, and dewey. it adds moisture to my skin which keeps it hydrated and keeps it looking very soft. if i'm not mistaken, it has evened out my skintone just a tad. YESSS! haha. i didn't wear foundation yesterday or today and when i stepped outside into the natural lighting, i noticed that my skin looked fabulous!! it was just so radiant (of course, i put a little moisturizer). but overall, this stuff is amazing. too bad we're already sold out of it =( otherwise, i would DEFINITELY keep buying it.

P.S. yes, this stuff is black, even on your face! it looks like a black mud mask...don't be scurred! haha.

**i leave it in the shower so my roommates can try it...THEY LOVE IT! my girlfriend just comes over and washes her face just to use it, HAHAHAHAH!!!

so i hope you all have had the chance to try this stuff out! it is totally worth it. $20, yes, is pricey, but a little goes a long way and the bottle could last you approximately up to 3-4 months. i haven't tried the thermal mask yet, but i've heard great stuff about that one too! i just think that both of the volcanic products are AWESOME!

this is what my skin looks like after i get out of the shower:

(i already blow dryed my hair...)

i have NO MAKEUP ON! i promise. &i didn't edit this pic, either!

look @ my forehead and cheeks, so glowy!!

this stuff will make you even MORE comfortable in your own skin!!! i'm completely sold on this product =) GO MAC! woohoo! ahahaha.

and to end this post, i'll leave you a couple of pictures of a beauty look i did using the F/W 09 & DSquared collection from MAC (i just did a youtube video on it):

for the products i used for this look, check out my latest youtube video =)

have an enjoyable week, everyone!