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For a guy who grew up in the country without the luxury of a spa, or any quality products for that matter, it always used to surprise me when people would tell me I had good skin. I never did anything special, except for the occasional sampling of product that my sister would bring home from work. So to this day when people ask me for my secrets to great skin, I usually have to lie.

The truth is, I have highly sensitive skin, so I use very little product on my face. On one hand, that’s great news because it saves me a lot of time getting ready in the morning. On the flipside, I love facial treatments, so I’m limited on what I can use. Luckily, I’ve found a new favorite product in Durance’s Around the Olive Tree Collection.

The Nourishing Facial Mask by Durance is a rich cream produced from olive oil, a substance which has numerous skin benefits, including regulation of the skin’s natural hydration. To describe this product, words do not come easily. It feels like an apothecary treat [for your skin] that your grandmother might have whipped up for you in her kitchen; that’s how natural and fresh this stuff is.

To prep, I wash my skin with a gentle cleanser. Recently, I started using the Cleansing Milk from the same collection. Afterwards, I usually slather the mask all over my face and neck before relaxing on the couch with a cold glass of lemonade. Just ten minutes is all it takes. Afterwards, I rinse and marvel at how good my skin looks. Personally, I see a big difference around my forehead and cheeks, the areas of my face that tend to me the driest and most irritated. There are times when I even go without any extra moisturizer; that’s how well it works.

Here’s a tip. The Nourishing Facial Mask only needs to be used once or twice a week, but for people who enjoy the relaxing treatment and want to see changes faster, it’s safe enough to use everyday. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to join me and countless others Around the Olive Tree.