Tester Tuesday: Fresh Black Tea Perfecting Mask

Longtime Style of a 20 Something readers might remember a feature I used to do called Taste Test Tuesday. Well, I've decided to bring it back, but with a little twist. The newly named "Tester Tuesdays" will focus on more than just food. Each week I'll bring you a post reviewing a new restaurant, recipe, beauty product or store!

First up, a hydrating mask from Fresh.

 Fresh Black Tea Perfecting Mask ($85 for 3.4 oz)
Within seconds of applying the thick, whipped mask, I began to feel an intense cooling sensation. I liked that I could instantly feel the product working, but it bordered on uncomfortable. The directions suggest leaving the perfecting mask on for 5-8 minutes; I played it safe and washed it off after 6. Results were immediate. My skin felt soft and smooth. My pores were noticeably smaller, and my skin more luminous. If money is no object, you should definitely try this product. The price is too steep for me to invest in a full-size tub, but I recommend it to anyone looking for an effective hydrating mask.

Fashion's Night Out: DailyCandy and Fresh

As a rookie at this year's Fashion's Night Out, I wanted to fully experience the evening. I trotted from one side of Manhattan to the other, popping into Sephora to meet Kristen Bauer of True Blood fame, scoping out the insanely-long Missoni for Target Pop Up line, and getting my nails done at the Teen Vogue block party.

 

But my favorite stop of the night was DailyCandy's sweet soiree at Fresh because I got a chance to talk skincare with company co-founder Alina Roytberg.

Alina's secret to a beautiful complexion? Keep it clean.  
"Good skin starts with clean skin," she said. "My mother was always on my back saying 'Wash your face,' and it's true. Clean skin is very important."

Her must-have product? The best-selling Soy Face Cleanser. 
"I can't do without it. Sometimes I even buy it retail!"

The Fresh philosophy in three words: "Feel Good Beauty."
"We want the process of using our products to be as indulgent as it is effective"

Overall, it was a lovely evening. I even picked up a few samples to test out on my own. I'll be sure to post a review once the craziness of Fashion Week settles down.

Click below for more photos!

Awesome light installation at the Union Square Fresh store.

 Sugar Lip Treatment ($22.50)

Baked by Melissa Cupcakes

 Fresh Milk Soap ($13)