Beauty

[rnmom]

I've been checking out some sheet mask sets on e-bay from korea, and I'm very interested to try them. You can get various assorted packs to try for only about $1 per mask or less. Has anyone tried any of them from e-bay, and if so, is there any particular brand that you like? I'd like to try some, but don't want to spend $4-5 a piece at Sephora, etc. TIA! 

[Jen44]

@rnmom  I asked about these here not long ago, and I received some nice recommendations.  I haven't tried the more expensive ones yet.  I bought a couple of "variety" packges from Amazon. I bought the Dermal Korea (16 for $11.87) and Tony Moly (11 for $9.43) brands.  I have super-sensitive skin, and I've had no problems with these, thus far.  I don't know if these have any long-term benefits, but I really like how my skin feels after using one. My skin always feels very moisturized with a smooth texture/finish. I can tell a difference the next couple of days afterwards, as well.  I'd say try a pack. At this price point, you're not out much if you don't like them. If you do like them, I recommend the Daiso Japan Reusable Sheet Mask Cover - also on Amazon.  Someone here recommended this, as well.  This allows you to use a mask and not have to lie down while doing so. Side note: You will look like a character from a horror movie while wearing these.  I laugh each time I see myself while using these.

[SahmIam]

There have been many articles recently about the fake beauty products found on Amazon and to be careful when buying there. I will no longer purchase beauty products from Amazon due to many of the complaints that have been filed.

Beyond that; there are great ones you can order from the manufacturer: Missha, for example, makes great sheet masks and runs sales all the time.Excellent CS. Sephora and Ulta carry numerous brands of sheet masks; I've seen plenty at Walmart too.

I buy them whenever there is a sale as they last at least a year (since they are sealed). My very dry and sensitive skin has had no issues (so far).

[gonnab]

I alwyas buy my sheet masks from TJMaxx.  They normally have a good variety, some are high-end brands, and are very inexpensive - $4.99 per box of 4. 

[JeanLouiseFinch]

The risk of getting fake, diluted, or expired products isn't attributed to Amazon alone.  There's potential for it to happen anywhere; Amazon, eBay, TJMaxx, Craigslist.

A couple of years ago, there was a nice BOGO sale on the Alpha Hydrox site.  They sell Montagne Jeunesse sheet masks for a couple bucks a piece, but the BOGO applied so ordered a bunch.  That was my introduction into sheet masks and I was sold.  If you're interested, the brand has changed its name to 7th Heaven, but are still sold on the AH site.  When I ran out of those, I went to Amazon and found the Dermal (same deal - an assortment pack of 16 for very little money).  I've also purchase the Missha Pure Source, Etude House, and Innisfree sheet masks from Amazon and I've been very happy with them.  You're right, you don't have to pay $4-5 a piece, you have options. 

[Barbara Mom of 5]

I love sheet masks!  I use them a couple of nights a week.  I have tried cheap ones and more expensive ones, and I've found some gems in all price ranges.  My favorite "cheap" sheet mask is the Klair's mask (Korean) and I get it on Sokoglam.com for $2 apiece.  Love them.

[griggy]

I'm in the minority. I have tried a few and didn't care for them. I have purchased from Amazon, Alpha Hydroxy, and Ulta. 

[TY]

If you are in Canada, the T&T grocery store chain (this is a big chinese grocery store all over Canada)  carries the Dermal sheet masks in various types and they are at the checkout line and cost $1 CDN each. They are made in Korea. They also carry other brands of sheet masks in their beauty section of the stores too but they are more expensive masks.

Winners in Canada also carries various brands of Korean skin care products including their sheet masks. I've noticed in the last year that Winners (owned by TJX the parent corporation of TJ Maxx and Marshall's too) has started to carry quite a bit of Korean skin care products so it may be worth it to you to browse TJ Maxx and Marshall's if you are in the U.S. for sheet masks. Maybe also check out big asian grocery or department stores to see if they have sheet masks.

Edited to add that Shoppers Drug Mart in Canada also carries sheet masks in their Life Brand line. I took a look and they had 4 different types of sheet masks and they are all made in Korea.

Shoppers Drug Mart is a national drug store chain in Canada and T&T Supermarket is also a national asian food store chain in Canada and they are both owned by Loblaws which is a big national company that owns a lot of grocery stores. I have no problem buying Korean products from either company.

[RinaRina]

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@SahmIam wrote:

There have been many articles recently about the fake beauty products found on Amazon and to be careful when buying there. I will no longer purchase beauty products from Amazon due to many of the complaints that have been filed.

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Same here.

Too much fake stuff. 

[rnmom]

Thanks, I didn't think to check Amazon. I'll purchase some to try next time I need to order from there. With the free shipping increase to $49 now, I need to try to bundle my purchases.