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By Chere Di Boscio My friend Lucy always knows where to find the coolest stuff. From the best yoga retreats to the prettiest jewellery; from tasty teas to hip holidays, Lucy’s got it sussed, so when she recommended Aromatherapy Associates ’ products for better sleeping and plumper skin, I simply had to try them. The brand prides itself on harnessing the power of plant extracts to care for the body and mind alike. Their beautifully packaged Deep Relax Bath & Shower Oil, for example, uses Vetivert, Camomile, Sandalwood and Coconut Oil to release tension and promote peaceful sleep . Or so goes the claim. A notorious insomniac, I poured a capful of this delicious oil into a bath, hoping it would get me nodding off before 4am. The bath was indeed relaxing, and my skin smelled and felt wonderful afterwards, but I was still working during the wee hours, with no chance of entering the Land of Nod before dawn. Not to fear–Perfect Partners offered more hope. This pair of pure oils came in a...

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