I was given a bottle of this oil for my 40th birthday. Given the price it will have to remain a special birthday treat and I don't think I will be buying a replacement when it is finished. It is great on your skin after the bath, really rubs in well with no greasy residue. I particularly like putting it on the my legs after shaving if they feel itchy as it is very sooting. My sister got into when she was pregnant to help prevent strech marks. She doesn't have any so whetehr it was the oil or genetic I don't know. It smells absolutely gorgeous, a sort of minty, lemony, herby (no not like a roast chicken) rather than the usual cosmetic floral scent.
I don't like to way it dispenses, though. The opening is about 4mm across and you simply pour the oil into your hands. I set a towel on the bed and nestle the open bottle in the folds to prevent is falling over while I quickly apply the oil before it all runs through my fingers. It's a bit haphazard and you risk getting oil on the floor which is not great if you have a carpet. I think it would be better with a spray or even pump.
On balance, it was a lovely gift but if was going to spend the money myself I would buy a good quality body moisturise instead.
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interesting but short, if you include more detail you will get higher ratings and more of them ♥ßeth.
Bens__mummy 23.07.2007 23:29
Good review but could do with some more info to gain higher ratings. Take a look at other reviews to get an idea of the level of info that is needed to gain higher ratings. ~ Em. x
HotBabes 23.07.2007 18:58
Sorry for the rate but what do Clarins claim this product does and does it actually live up to those expectations? x
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