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Face masks are something I've had in my possession since I used my first one. Often, they're something you like to use on a Sunday night before a week at work ahead or a Friday night after the long week and you're getting ready to go out. 

I haven't used anything but the sachet pastes which tend to then become crusty on your face or even the peel off masks. I saw these in Sephora in France and as they were just introducing them with an offer (buy 2 get the 3rd free). 

These are fibre masks, I wasn't convinced about how effective they were however after keeping it on for 15 minutes, my skin had lost its redness, uneven skin tone and had become softer. 

My final opinion (after using three) is that I'm not completely convinced that there should be different masks for different purposes, each had the same effect upon my skin.
I am aware that Sephora isn't available in the UK but if you were traveling and came across these, don't consider purchasing them depending upon their purpose, they pretty much all do the same job.

http://www.sephora.com

                                 

I'm on holiday in France at the moment and I've always struggled to find a sun protection cream that doesn't leave me feeling greasy and after making a trip to the pharmacy today, I thought it was a good opportunity for a blog post! 

They are two different SPF levels but I tend to alternate so my skin doesn't get too damaged in the space of two days. 

I'll start with the Vichy; I'll admit I haven't used a lot of their products as I stick with La Roche Posay however I they are always well stocked in pharmacies over here so I gave it a whirl. It would be difficult to say that it wasn't greasy at all, but it was better than any of the other products I've used in the past. The lotion easily sunk in to my skin and spread really well (some tend to stay in the same place). The most important thing to mention is that I haven't burnt today, even with me going in to the pool and not reapplying it. 

Now on to the Hawaiian Tropic (SPF 50). The saying 'it does what it says on the tin' is relevant here, this is the most hydrating by far and less like a greasy sun protection and more like a moisturiser. Really lovely and smooth to apply. The only negative point appeared when I applied some to my face as I wanted a higher factor than what I already had on; it began to sting slightly so I washed it off immediately. 

I'm pretty sure I'll find other products to review while I'm abroad so watch this space!