Now the colder temperatures have set in I have noticed a change in my skin. I spend a lot of time outside and unfortunately this leads to my skin drying during the winter and I have to use a lot of products to help keep it nourished and supple rather than dry and dull. I try religiously to use a face pack once a week as a way of topping my skin up already full of moisturisers and creams.

One of my favourite brands is Montagne Jaunesse. I think they are a well known brand and probably more well known for their packaging with the colourful fruit and floral creations they make on women's faces. They have a variety of face masks all suited for a certain purpose. My current mask of choice is the Virgin Olive face masque which seemed to fit the bill.

== The Mask ==

The Virgin Olive face masque has been specifically created with cold pressed Virgin Olive Oil which is known to help give smooth and soft skin. Not only that but the masque also contains two incredibly nourishing ingredients known as cocoa and shea butter which again will help keep your skin incredibly smooth whilst being deeply cleansed all at the same time.

== Packaging ==

The face masque comes in a little plastic type packet which has a small perforated edge at the top so you can easily rip it open and squeeze out the masque itself. On the front of the packet there is the logo, product name and of course a lady featuring the masque itself together with green olives as further decoration. On the back of the packet there is information about the product, how to apply it (step by step pictures) as well as the list of ingredients.

== In Use ==

Once you have ripped open the packet gently all you need to do is simply squeeze out the face masque. It can be a bit messy so you do need to go slow in order to apply it properly and not to waste it. I was expecting an olive green coloured face masque for obvious reasons but instead I found that it was a pale mint green colour which was perfectly pleasant just a little unexpected! It doesn't really have an olive oil aroma either, in actual fact it has a slight mentol smell but it is very subtle and not noticeable especially when the masque is on.

The face masque itself is incredibly smooth to the touch and has an ideal consistency where it doesn't drip so you can apply straight from the packet without it dripping anywhere, it almost has a stickiness to it but being soft and smooth all at the same time if that makes sense! I also found that it is quite chilled so can give a nice cooling result on the skin when first applied which is actually quite refreshing.

I find that it is best to apply the face masque in a thin, even layer as there is no point caking it on as it probably won't have the same effect. I find this way though that I have nearly half a face masque left which I tend to quickly put in the fridge to use the next day. I find the masque incredibly easy to apply and once on I tend to leave it for the maximum 15 minutes it suggests, basically long enough for it to go quite stiff so you can't scrunch your face up or raise an eyebrow easily!

Once the 15 minutes are up I simply use a flannel and gently remove. I find that once a damp flannel touches the skin the face masque comes away within seconds even the further dried on parts come off easily. Even after removing it my skin feels incredibly soft and smooth and definitely refreshed which is great. My skin even looks a bit healthier which is nice especially so quick after removing the masque.

I have been using this particular masque for about two months now and have tried to use it once/twice a week which I have 99% stuck to and my skin definitely looks healthy and the dry patches that would normally appear have managed to stay away and my skin definitely looks nourished and feels soft. Now I know this result isn't just down to the face masque but I do think it has definitely helped and certainly helped make a difference in how my skin looks and feels.

== Overall ==

My skin feels and looks a lot better since using this face masque and it feels softer than it has done generally at this time of year. I find it incredibly easy to use, it goes on nice and smooth and stays in place until it becomes firmer. I really can't find fault with this face masque at all and would definitely recommend it to those wanting softer skin and those who do suffer like me with dry skin.

== Product Information ==

Brand: Montagne Jaunesse
Price: Around the £1 mark
Availability: Supermarkets, pharmacies etc

** Please note the picture supplied by Dooyoo is obviously not correct! **