Right now, there is nothing better than to crawl under the sheets and give in to more sleep. Or better yet, take the time to really pamper yourself. Although given the Christmas prep going on, most spas might be full already and you may have to wait it out a bit to get an appointment.
The solution is simple: Give yourself that spa treatment at home. You get to relax without moving a muscle. Plus, you really get to target the parts of your body that need more attention than usual.
Here are five masks that will help you soak up some TLC while you lounge around to your favorite TV show or endlessly scroll through your social media feed.
#1 Hair: Macadamia Professional Deep Hair Repair Mask
Made without sulfates, the Macadamia Professional Deep Hair Repair Mask (P1,800) will replenish your dry mane without causing further damage or affecting your natural hair oils. Just apply it after your shower, and leave on for seven to 10 minutes before rinsing.
Macadamia Professional. Available at selected Watson’s branches. For more information, visit their website.
#2 Face: Banila Co. White Wedding Moisturizing Hydrogel Mask
You don’t need to be bride to get some much-needed moisture back to your face with the Banila Co. White Wedding Moisturizing Hydrogel Mask (P240). Leave it on for around 15 minutes on your face, and soak up the hyaluronic acid and vitamin E that help make your skin brighter and refreshed for the new week ahead.
Banila Co. Available at Glorietta 4. For more information, visit their website.
#3 Neck: The Face Shop Special Care Zone Neck Elasticity Mask
Don’t forget your neck. It pays to hydrate and nourish the skin you have there with The Face Shop Special Care Zone Neck Elasticity Mask (P500). This will help promote the elasticity of your skin and prevent the wrinkles that are starting to appear on that area while you sit and stare at your computer the whole day.
The Face Shop. Available at Glorietta 3, SM City North EDSA, SM Makati, and Robinson’s Place Manila. For a complete list of stores and more information, visit their website.
#4 Under-Eyes: Tony Moly Panda’s Dream Eye Mask
What good is a hydrated face and neck if you don’t do something about those dark circles underneath your eyes? Get some help for them with the Tony Moly Panda’s Dream Eye Mask(P150). It is made with bamboo extract to help whiten the appearance of dark circles.
Tony Moly. Available at SM Makati, SM City North EDSA, and SM Aura. For a complete list of stores and more information, visit their website.
#5 Feet: Baby Foot Peeling Mask
Of course, let’s not forget to care for our feet. Soften those hard spots and exfoliate dead skin with the Baby Foot Peeling Mask (P850). Made with 17 types of natural extracts, the mask will give you a spring in your step as it helps eliminate the dirt, softens cracked heels, and callouses on your feet.
Baby Foot. Available at selected Beauty Bar branches. For more information, visit their Facebook page.
Art by Dorothy Guya