lately naruko is booming here in indonesia thanks to several influencer. though they now sell naruko here in watsons store, unfortunately the price is ridiculously high and the line that i'm fond of, the red one - which i completely forgot the name, is not available here in indonesia. if you're curious, currently there are only 3 lines in indonesia, the narcissus (pink one), the green tea (green one), and magnolia (the white-ish one). now, i bought these mask sheet before naruko gets popular here, i've tried the other two, so this is the last one. i keep this one for last because i saw @kaepratiwi used one, and it has jaw lift part, so i have to spare some time to test it because the last time i use something similar, it irritates my ears. okay.. let's see how this one works.

the description from watson website: this elastic mask is designed for firming and brightening skin. its anti-gycation and anti-oxidation effects improve skin's overall clarity to deliver a bright complexion. benefits: brightens, corrects dark spots and soothes wrinkles. creates a bright and translucent complexion.

the packaging: i bought the individual mask, though you can buy a box of several masks. i believe there are 4 or 5 masks in a box. both the individual packaging and the box has the same design. it's also color coordinated according to the line. for magnolia, it's white-ish/greyish. at front, there's nothing but a small text on the side that indicates the mask name. and at the back there's a load of description and ingredients list. the description is in mandarin, but the ingredients list is in english.

the packaging

the scent: well, i don't know anything about flowers, so i don't know how magnolia should smell like, but this one does have subtle floral scent.

left: before middle: mask on right: after

the product: the mask is a soft thick cotton mask that's soaked in essence. i can't really tell whether it's a clear or milky essence because there's no excess in the pouch. since this is a lifting mask, it has added under jaw part that has ear loop. there's another ear loop on the side for you to tighten the mask around your cheek. though the mask is pretty thick, it doesn't feel uncomfortable having both ear loops on my ears. and it stretches quite well. i don't need to cut the ear loop so it can fit my face. but if you have bigger or wider cheek part, you might need to cut it a little bit. it also have slits on some part so you can adjust it.

left: the under jaw part right: the double ear loop

the result: after about 15 minutes, i take it off. it's definitely a brightening and hydrating mask. i can feel my face is tightened, my pores shrink a bit. and the brightening result is visible. i can say that among naruko's masks that i've tried, this is my favorite. oh, and i forget to mention that both earloops don't irritate my ears unlike the sexylook one.

i can say that this mask is targeted for all skin types, but especially for those who want brightening and tightening effect. it's not too moisturizing for oily skin so all skin types can try this mask. as for the price, this might not be super affordable mask, but if you need something for special occasion, i do recommend this. oh, and it's not super pricey like sulwhasoo either, so it's completely up to your budget. as for me, if i were to buy the box, i will get this one.

i got the opportunity to try annie's way probably a year ago. i like the result, so i was thinking of trying more options. fortunately, the travel size sachet is sold at singapore's guardian, so i decided to buy couple more option to try. the first one to try is the charcoal and vit c anti oil jelly mask.

this is the description from yesstyle website: controls oil, deep cleaning and whitening. cleanses and tones skin in only 20 minutes. gently melts away dirt and acne. easily removes blackheads without the help of peel-off mask. the jelly texture helps calm and contract pores, eliminating redness and renewing skin. draw out oil, dirt and toxins and softens skin. shrinks follicle walls to purify pores. hydrates skin and leaves it feeling firm and smooth. moisture loss, oily complexion.
charcoal powder: with its strong absorbability and activeness, charcoal powder can buff out dead skin cells, leaving your skin smooth and pores cleaner and tighter.
glycyrrhiza glabra root extract: licorice is very effective in reducing the production of melanin and suppressing the activity of tyrosinase, and it is also an effective antioxidant.
when used in cosmetics, it can whiten skin and fight against signs of aging.
magnesium ascorbyl phosphate: helps dilute pigment precipitation. inhibits the formation of melanin and significantly eliminates dark spots.
sodium hyaluronate: delivers deep moisture and hydration to your skin.

the packaging: since i bought the travel size, it comes in a plastic pouch. it's covered by a carton paper that has description at the back of it. inside, there's a plastic pouch with a sticker that is color coordinated according to the type. for charcoal and vit c, it's black. there's another description at the back of the pouch but since the plastic is transparent, it's a little bit hard to read it. although it comes in 35 ml, since you need to apply this quite thick, one pouch will only last for about two uses.

the carton paper

the scent: this mask is unscented, so clearly good for sensitive skin and nose.

the plastic pouch inside

the product: the mask is transparent black jelly mask, really like jelly. it's quite thick so it's a bit difficult spreading it around. you're supposed to apply it thickly and wait for about 10 minutes for it to dry a bit then scrape... yes, scrape it off your wash. don't ever try it wash off because it's useless. and this is where a spatula makes a different. if you purchase the full size tub, you can get the long spatula for free. but if you bought the travel size, then you won't get the spatula. and let me tell you, the spatula is essential. i've tried using other spatula that i have but it couldn't scrap the mask easily. and it makes taking the mask off is a hell lot of work.

left: before middle: mask on right: after

the result: after i managed to scrape the mask off, i can clearly see that my face is brighter. probably because of the vitamin c. as for the oil control, i don't use it regularly to see the effect, but i can see my skin is smooth and my pores is definitely tighter. but it's not as tight as after using a clay mask.

i think this mask might benefit lots of skin type. since it has charcoal, combination to oily skin might like it. and even normal to dry skin can try this too since it's not too drying, unlike clay mask. and who doesn't like brighter skin? i bet everyone does. and not forgetting that this one doesn't have fragrance so even sensitive skin can try this. now, the idea of using jelly mask is not that convenience especially when you don't have the full size tub, but if you're willing to jump in buying the whole tube just for the spatula, then so be it. as for the price, this one is on the middle range, so if you're tight on a budget, you might want to try the travel size first. as for me, i think i still like my clay mask.

i bought so many my beauty diary masks everytime i see them. i have good experience with them so far, so i like to stash something from them time to time. there are so many variations that i haven't tried so i never repurchase anything from them. and i completely forgot when i bought this one. and i have no idea is there any difference between this one and the fermented soybean one. i can't find a good answer for that, so if you knew something, please do tell me. but in the meantime, let's see about this one.

this is the description from mochibeaute website: my beauty diary natto mask reduces signs of aging and restores skin's firmness and resilience to give your face a soft, youthful luster. the formula is enriched with natto extract, which contains rich botanical collagens, isoflavones (organic plant compounds), and rich anti-oxidizing proteins, all of which protect the skin from harmful environments and prevent aging effects. bio-active ingredients like watercress, alongside red and brown algae extracts, brighten and soothe the skin. cosphingo, a patented long-lasting moisturizer extracted from seaweed, provides hydration. this natto mask has a light, pleasant floral scent. free of paraben, preservatives, alcohol, and fluorescent agents.

the packaging: this comes in a yellowy-beige sachet with the picture of the natto at front. description at the back is in mandarin, but the ingredients list is in english. the box has the same design as the individual sachet. but compared to the previous batches that i bought from japan, this one comes in wider boxes and wider sachet too.

the packaging

the scent: it does smells fragrant just like stated, but it's not overwhelming. but if you're sensitive of scent, you should think about it.

the product: the mask is thin as the usual MBD masks, but it's not as thin as usual. the fit is similar as the new version. it has wider temples, long forehead, narrow jaw and longer nose flip. there's slit to make it easier to adjust the mask. it does have milky white essence, which is why it looks thicker than usual and not so transparent.

left: before middle: mask on right: after

the result: i have to say that after jude aka fiddysnails mentioned that she doesn't like the milky essence mask from MBD, i realize i don't too. it's moisturizing and super rich to my skin, which i think cause my skin breaks out after using this.

i do like MBD masks, but i think someone with dry to super dry skin will love this more than i do. i don't think i will repurchase this variation, but i will keep buying MBD masks that i haven't tried. if you haven't tried any MBD mask, i suggest you should try them. i believe they are easy to get online and offline. and they're pretty affordable too.

i remember almost half year ago, my instagram was filled with people raving about this ampoule. at first, since i don't have problematic, i thought i won't benefit from this ampoule. but curiosity beats me. i decided to try it merely for the other effect that it promises. i want to see whether or not it will make impact in my non-problematic skin. for background story, i usually have super simple morning routine, merely because my morning is always hectic. getting 3 kids ready for school is no joke. so FTE, simple essence or serum (usually a hydrating or calming one), emulsion and sunscreen is my go-to morning routine. but i was running low on my benton snail essence, so i thought it might be the chance to try this ampoule, as it's for hydrating skin as well. so let's see whether it lives the hype or not.

this is the description from althea global website: skin1004's madagascar centella-asiatica 100 ampoule is one of those products you never knew you needed before trying it out. this gentle yet potent concentrate is made with centella asiatica extracts that contain 30% asiaticoside, 30% asiatic acid, and 40% madecassic acid for bright, rejuvenated skin. this lightweight ampoule can be used in a couple of ways including being mixed with your favorite cream, saturated in cotton pads as a mask, or even mixed with water to create a mist that you can use throughout the day.
ampoule that brightens, hydrates and rejuvenates the skin. contains centella asiatica extract to nourish and repair the skin. use on its own, as a mask or mixed into other beauty products for an added boost.
key ingredients:
asiaticoside - improves the water-to-oil balance of the skin
asiatic acid - strengthen the skin's barrier and has antioxidant effects for anti-aging
madecassic acid - repairs damaged skin and evens out scar tissue.

the box

description in english

the packaging: it comes in white and light green box. there's description on the box in korean and english. and it has the shortest ingredients list because it's made of 100% centella asiatica extract. the ampoule itself comes in a glass bottle (i know... another glass bottle, which is very risky now that my kids can climb the chair and reach my vanity) with a dropper to dispense the ampoule. it's quite big, 100 ml for an ampoule. although it's not new. if i remember correctly, the famous propolis ampoule (i completely forgot the brand name) also comes in 100 ml. the dropper is quite long to reach the bottom of the bottle. but since it comes in big size, it's also heavy.

description in korean

the bottle

the scent: this is unscented as it's said in the ingredients list. it's only has centella asiatica extract without anything else! so i think even sensitive skin and nose could try this one.

the ampoule inside the long dropper

the product: it's a clear ampoule. pretty watery, almost like toner consistency. since it's very watery, it spreads easily on my face and absorbed easily too. just don't forget to tap it. again, since it's pretty watery, i can see that it might be used as mask. i once tried it and soak a cotton pad and put it on my angry acne as mask. but usually i only use it as ampoule.

it's really watery so it's transparent like water

the result: it's hydrating alright, without leaving tacky feeling. but if you have dry skin, this might not hydrating enough. it's calming, but not that great. last month i experience several breakouts due to product testing, and i use this as mask to help calm my angry acne, and it doesn't work that well. i think clay mask works better for me in downsizing angry acne. i also doesn't notice my acne scars lightened, but since i also use vitamin c serum, it might works well in combination. but it doesn't help much on its own.

after patting it in

i have to say, compared to benton snail essence, i like that one better than this ampoule. in terms of helping to heal acne faster, snail works better for me. but i'm not saying that this one doesn't work. it's just doesn't work better compared to snail. in terms of hydration, both benton snail and this ampoule is very lightweight. both do hydrate my skin, but you would need to layer something else on top of it. but since both is quickly to absorbed, both works well for me in my morning routine. now, from price point, considering this comes in bigger size than benton snail essence, it might be slightly cheaper if you count down to price per weight, even though it's more expensive than benton snail essence. for now, i won't repurchase since i bought another benton snail bee serum. i want to see which one works best for me before deciding on repurchasing. if you have combination to oily skin and sensitive skin that need hydrating products that's also help in calming your skin, you should try it.

last time i was in japan, i decided to get all the lululun plus mask that i haven't tried. i wouldn't buy all the variants in single boxes (which means i will have 5 masks for each variation), so i luckily i found a set that contains all 10 from lululun plus mask. i've tried the rose one and it's pretty fragrant, so i became hesitant to try other version. but i have to use it before it goes bad, so i tried the clary sage next. i have no idea what clary sage is.

this is the description from their US website: for spiritual clarity - blend of clary sage essential oils from france. a mask for when pampering and clarity of mind is in order after a long and stressful day. the spicy aroma of clary sage has sweet and warm overtones that smooth over emotional rough edges for unparalleled relaxation. additional beauty components help prevent rough skin, to have you glowing both inside and out.
the fragrance of spicy clary sage wraps the heart and mind with a soft sweetness and warmth. this makes clary sage a fitting fragrance for times when you are overworked or stressed. this mask is also formulated with abundant beautiful skin ingredients to prevent rough and dry skin for a bright, clean and radiant you!
melissa (lemon balm) grows naturally along the mediterranean coast and has long been part of people's lives and health for its use in cooking, tea, alcohol and health food. melissa leaf provides a gentle boost of moisturizing firmness for a renewed, youthful appearance.
elderflower, also called "countryside secret", is familiar herb to the people of Europe. elderflower extract, which is also used for cuisine and sweets, contains abundant sugars, tannins, flavonoids, sitosterol, and other nutritious components, gently nourishes and moisturizes for a soft and smooth complexion.

the packaging: just like the other variants, it's color coordinated according to its type, for the clary sage it's pink. and it has the main ingredients pictured at front. description at the back in japanese. if you bought the whole box, the box will have the exact same design as the individual packaging.

the sachet

the scent: i have said that i have no idea what clary sage is, and i don't know what it should smell like. but it smell like a mix of herbal tea and floral scent. a weird scent, if you're asking me. more like you're drinking a tea rather than using a mask, but it's very subtle and somewhat relaxing in a weird way.

the product: the mask is the same as the other variants from this line. it's a soft thick cotton, not stretchy. the fit is not the best, but it's okay for me. it has weird inner eye slit, wider on temple side and long nose flap. but it's longer on under chin area. not covering my jaws though.

left: before middle: mask on right: after

the result: i put it on for about 30 minutes and it still feels a bit wet when i remove it from my face. it's hydrating and a bit brightening. a bit tacky afterward, but it doesn't pill under my other skincare. it does layer well.

so, this is quite a surprising one. i thought it would have weird and strong scent that i will have, but turns out it is okay. something that i haven't experienced, but i don't think i would buy the whole box. one is enough for me. again, this is japan mask, which is not super drench and thin like taiwanese masks, so it might fall short if you've been accustomed to taiwanese masks. this will feel like ordinary sheet mask. and don't think you'll like it if you're avoiding fragrance in your skincare. i think it will suit all skin types though if you decided to get it.

if you've been reading my previous posts, you might know that i bought huxley sample set. it has 4 huxley famous essence/serum/oil all at once. i've tried all but this one, and there's some good and miss, so let's see whether i like this last one or not. i never tried facial oil before, and being an oily skin in my teen days, i'm a little bit hesitant to try facial oil. but as i'm getting older, i realize that my skin is going toward the other end. i'm trying to try richer serum, but some of them breaks me out. so i'm a little confused right now. seeing that people say that this oil is very lightweight and suitable for beginner, i decided to give this one a go.

since i have the body shop's membership, i get special discount on my birthday month. so i've been putting a short list of things to buy. one of them is hair mask. i've been running out of mine and since i dyed my hair again, i need to take good care of my hair before it got dry again like last time. so i've been asking people for recommendation. another mom from school said she liked the fuji green tea scrub shampoo. i read the description and i thought it would be similar to briogeo scalp one. but when i take a look at the description, it has SLS in the ingredients list. now, i'm not straight against it, but i'm trying to avoid it if i could. so, i didn't get that one. so when i was at store, i asked the BA about some recommendation, and she mentioned this new line, the shea butter one. apparently, this is a new line that's targeted dry hair that's also has undergone coloring, bleaching, perming, or straightening process. sounds suitable for me, so let's see about that.

this is the description from their website: our shea butter richly replenishing hair mask is enriched with community trade shea butter from Ghana, handcrafted by women who used shea butter to intensely nourish dry hair for generations. take care of breakage with this blend of the finest ingredients from across the globe. use weekly on dry, prone to damage hair to reveal locks that feel healthier and softer. for dry, prone to damage hair. leaves hair feeling intensely nourished and richly replenished. hair looks healthier and less frizzy. reduces hair breakage. nutty scent and rich, creamy texture. enriched with community trade shea butter and cocoa butter from Ghana, community trade organic coconut oil from Samoa and community trade organic olive oil from Italy. 100% vegan.

the tub

the packaging: it comes in dark brown tub with a big sticker of shea butter on the screw cap. there's label on the tub's body and it has slight description as well as ingredients list. if i remember correctly, it has plastic sealing around the cap but no box. it comes in giant size too. it is 240 ml while my usual loreal mask is about 200 ml. description on the label in Indonesian.

description on the label

the scent: i don't know how shea butter should smell like, but it's not as fragrant as the body butter one. but it's still relaxing and fragrant scent, that's subtle and not overpowering at all. i like my shower products a bit scented, but if you don't, then you should skip it.

the shea picture on top

the product: it's a ivory cream hair mask, very creamy and thick compared to my usual hair mask. but once i slather it on my hair, it doesn't feel thick at all. it kinds of melts. i only apply it from mid-length to the end of my hair because i'm afraid it might be too rich for my scalp.

the hair mask inside

the result: i've used it for awhile now. the instruction said to use it and keep it on your hair for about 10-15 minutes. but i don't shower that long. so, i've used it several ways. i use it as replacement for my hair conditioner, and that way is not working. it's not nourishing enough as single treatment product. i can feel my hair is a bit dry after washing it off. then i've used it after my hair conditioner. it's working, but it's taking too much time. i have to wait before washing the hair conditioner and then wait again before washing the hair mask. so, i decided to try to mix my hair conditioner with the hair mask. and voila! it works just as well, but i only need shorter waiting time.

the mask on my hand

at first i thought it's not nourishing enough. but now that i've found a good way to use it, i only need to use it once a week. and i think i'll repurchase it even though it's a bit more expensive than my previous hair mask. if you have dry and prone to hair damage, i definitely recommend you to try this one, especially if you're looking for cruelty free and vegan hair mask.

i did it again! i finished a sunscreen without writing proper review before tossing it! oh my bad. luckily i did take a few pictures before... i bought this one last time i was in japan. this is my last sunscreen from my last japan trip haul. i thought i saw someone from instagram loving about it, but i couldn't remember who. anyway, i was initially going to buy the gel one but i couldn't find it so i bought the essence instead. so let's see about this one.

this is the description from mentholatum singapore's website:  infused with 4 hydrating ingredient : super hyaluronic acid, nano hyaluronic acid, amino acid & collagen for long lasting hydration. watery light texture: spreads easily and absorbs quickly for an invisible, weightless feel. mild & gentle formula: suitable for normal, dry, or sensitive skin. free from fragrance, colorant, alcohol and mineral oil.

the packaging

the packaging: it comes with a cardboard piece that had plastic container attached to it to place the sunscreen. there's description both on the back of the cardboard piece and the bottle and everything is in japanese. the sunscreen itself comes in a white plastic tube with gold screw cap. it's an upside down squeeze tube, like usual sunscreen essence. this one is pretty big though, the essence comes in 80 ml while biore essence only comes in 50 ml.

the tube

back of the tube

the scent: it's described to be fragrance free and i have to say it's really scentless. if i can smell anything, probably it's the ingredients, not added fragrance.

the spout

the product: just as described, it's a white lightweight cream that has gel-like essence and turns into watery traces. definitely spread easily all over my face. after spread it around, it leaves watery traces that stays for a couple minutes before it's completely absorbed. it doesn't feel sticky afterward, but if you're very oily, it might feel a bit tacky.

the sunscreen on my hand

the result: this is definitely a hydrating sunscreen. i'm using this on rainy season, so i have no problem with it messing up my makeup. even better, since i'm using matte foundation, somehow using this hydrating sunscreen underneath help my foundation applies better. it doesn't crack or anything. but that being said, when it's super hot, i do notice that my t-zone is shinier than usual. as for the protection, i believe it works since i don't get any sunburn or added sunspots.

after patted it in

i do like this one surprisingly. i thought it would be too greasy for me, but turns out it works just as well. but i would change something more matte finish when it's hotter in here. i don't think it will hold as long under hot weather. but if you have super dry or dry skin and looking for more hydrating sunscreen, then this is a good option. although it's not as affordable as biore one, this is still an affordable option. i will try the gel version before deciding which one i like better.                     

i was going to singapore last december, so i decided to pick several masks since i'm running out of mine anyway. i was going to get freeman clay masks, because i like it when i tried their travel size sample, and they are affordable. i didn't know which one to pick but later i decided to get one mud mask, one exfoliating mask and one plain clay mask. i pick up the rejuvenating cucumber and pink salt for my exfoliating mask even though i never try it before. so, i'm hoping that it'll work for me.

this is the description from their website: make it a spa detox day at home! relax with this purifying clay mask while cucumber and himalayan pink salt exfoliate, detox and clear skin. perfect for all skin types.
cucumber reinvigorates the skin while detoxifying himalayan pink salt exfoliates impurities for renewed skin.

the packaging: i can't remember whether or not it comes in any sealing, but thinking hard about it, i don't think it has any sealing at all. but luckily, it doesn't explode in my baggage. this one comes in a pink plastic tube with flip top. description and ingredients list all at the back of the tube in english. it comes in 175 ml size, which is quite big for a clay mask.

the tube

the scent: usually, freeman will have cute and fresh or relaxing scent, which is one of the reason i bought it. this one has more like minty fresh scent that's not too overpowering.

the product: it is a bright mint clay mask that's as creamy as other clay mask but with tiny exfoliating grains in it. it's creamy so it's easy to spread around just like clay mask. it will be start drying in 5 minutes. and as instructed, you're supposed to give a bit of water and start massaging it before completely wash it off.

left: before middle: mask on right: after

the result: since this is exfoliating mask, of course after washing it off, i can feel my skin is so smooth and soft. a little bit brightening as well since the dead skin cell is all sloughed off. but since it's also has clay in it, it's a bit on the drying side, so you might want to properly hydrate your skin after using this mask.

as exfoliating mask, i like how this has tiny grains so it's not super harsh on my skin. it's not as harsh as skinfood brown sugar, so i can get away with this one if i use it sparingly. i'm okay with this one since i still lean toward combination skin, but if you have dry skin, you might want to skip this. if you're looking for clay mask that double acts as exfoliating mask, then you should try it. this is pretty much very affordable, so it won't break your wallet even if you buy the full size. but if you don't want to gamble, there's a travel size sachet so you can try. as for me, i'm glad this one works for me.

last december, i was in singapore. and since it's holiday season, i was hoping to get some skincare set. i had the fresh, origins and pixi set in mind, but when i went to sephora, the fresh is already sold out. so i ended up buying the pixi the first time. but i wasn't giving up. i finally found the origins one, and when i bought it, i was a bit disappointed in pixi one. with almost similar price point, the origins set has more quantity than pixi set. oh well, i have bought them, so let's try whether it's worth the price or not.

this is a description from their website: nature's complexion clean-up crew clears the way for skin to act its best. bamboo charcoal acts like a magnet to draw out deep-dwelling pore-cloggers, white china clay absorbs environmental toxins, lecithin dissolves impurities. skin looks clear, feels perfectly pure.
formulated without parabens, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfate, propylene glycol, mineral oil, DEA, petrolatum, paraffin, polyethylene beads, formaldehyde and animal ingredients (except cruelty free honey and beeswax)

the original box

the packaging: since i bought this in a set, it comes in a box with holiday pattern on the border and transparent plastic window at front so you can see all three masks inside. at the back, there's short description in various languages and ingredients list in english for all three masks. there's a plastic slider which all 3 masks are placed inside. i have to throw away the box when i was in singapore so my baggage could fit, because it's bigger than the pixi one. the mask comes in a black plastic tube just like the full size one, but this one comes in smaller size, which is 30 ml. this is more amount than pixi set which each mask only comes in 15 ml. everything about the mini version is the same as the full size version.

the tube

the scent: this one is scentless. if i can pick some scent, it's perhaps because of the ingredients and it's super subtle. so if you don't like fragranced mask, you might like this one.

the product: the mask is grey creamy mask, similar to pixi. since it's creamy, it's easier to spread compared to freeman that's more dense. you can feel tightening sensation when it starts drying up, but it's not unpleasant. the mask turns darker as it's dried up completely.

left: before middle: mask on right: after

the result: it's easy to wash off without extra work, and after that, i can feel my skin is fresher and brighter. i've used this as spot treatment as well, and depending on the stage of my acne, it helps calming it down and downsize the acne. but it takes 2-3 days to use as spot treatment before the acne is completely calm down and become smaller. and like pixi, this one is also not super drying, so if you have dry skin, you might get away using this once or twice a week.

i do like this one too. honestly, i can't choose favorites among my mud mask/charcoal mask. all 3 of them are good in different way. but if i can say, you'd probably considering getting origins over pixi, just because the origins might be more expensive, but it comes in bigger size. the full size one comes in 75 ml while pixi only comes in 45 ml. so.. it's totally depends on your budget and how frequent you use your mask. as for me, i probably won't buy the full size since i'm okay with freeman. but when i see sample mask like this, i will totally get origins instead of pixi next time.