Is The Secret Ingredient Fairy Godmother Dust?

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(See English text on the packaging):



Skincare in China = weight loss in America. A national obsession. Beauty masks like this one are very popular here and cost only around $.50 each. My favorites are infused with green tea, tea tree oil or red wine. And I hate to brag, but my skin looks like a baby's butt after I wear one. Here's what they look like out of the package:


Yes, you look like a burn victim while wearing it. It's worth it. You can't find diet foods here, but you can stick all kinds of things on your face. I'm now addicted to glowing skin. Also, I'm pretty and charming. Thanks, China!

Comments

Busy Bee Suz said…
I would pay more than that for a face as soft as a baby's butt. :)
Monday, April 27, 2009
Rebecca said…
This looks so cool (and a bit creepy). But that is great that you can detox like that. Do they make you drink some weird concoction like tea made out of beets? Hahaha :)
Monday, April 27, 2009
myself said…
That's actually really neat. And yeah, skincare, I had a woman from China that used to work for me, and she was always after me to know what I used on my face (ehm...soap and water + no sun????)...now I know why!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Its Just Me - Daring to Dream said…
I would probably try one of those too, but I dont think they are here...But green tea is supposed to suppress appetite isnt it?
Monday, April 27, 2009
The Bingham's said…
Looks like a Jason mask. But for .50 who cares!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Technodoll said…
ROTF! That looks scary-mary! But whatever works, eh?
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Rebecca Foster said…
Honestly, I LOVE these beauty masks. I think my suitcase home will be full of them.

I wonder what ingredients they have...I'm sure there is a reason they aren't sold in the West. Hopefully not cancerous!
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Rebecca Foster said…
Dare to Dream, yes Green Tea is supposed to suppress appetite, but it can also soothe skin. It's a miracle tea! :D
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
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