Why this terrifying £2 face mask is the best way to cool down in the heatwave

The Telegraph Beauty Team approve 
The Telegraph Beauty Team approve

As the heatwave seems to be the gift of summer that keeps on giving, we've had to come up with new ideas on how to cool down - sometimes lighter clothing and a paper fan just doesn't cut it. It looks like the sunny spell is here to stay, and with temperatures throughout the UK soaring to over 30 degrees celsius, we've had to re-think our wardrobes and beauty regimes. Good hair and skin days are challenging in humid weather, to say the least.  

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As lovely as these temperatures are, the possibility of a beauty meltdown is high. Frizzy hair, runny make-up, puffy face: sound familiar? Thankfully the high-street retailer Primark has a solution. Earlier this week this unusual gel-filled face mask landed on the Telegraph Beauty desk and having tried and tested it, we think this could be just what everyone needs for a serious beauty cool-down. 

Primark gel mask
Primark face gel mask

Inspired by the sheet mask trend that originated in Seoul, South Korea (where almost every woman and man use face masks as part of their daily skincare regime) this gel-infused mask is the perfect solution to a puffy complexion. Place in the fridge for up to two hours, apply under or on top of make-up for twenty minutes (maximum) and it will instantly de-puff your complexion. The best part? You can re-use it all summer long and it's a bargainous £2. 

Primark Full Face Gel Mask £2

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