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Body lotions

Sohum Jasmine Green Tea Crème de la Crème, £18 (urbanapothecary.co.uk)

They say: Premium emollients deliver maximum moisture to dull, dry skin in need of intense nourishment. Conditions the skin and gives it a luminous glow.

We say: It smelt pleasant and moisturised well.

Mark: 9/10

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Vaseline Intensive Care Dermacare Body Lotion, £2.49 for 200ml

(0800 591720)

They say: Provides effective relief for problem and dry skin, this lotion penetrates dry skin and helps it to repair itself from within.

We say: Creamy and light, it leaves skin moistened all day. This is one of the best-value body lotions available — particularly for dry skin.

Mark: 9/10

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Skincare Café Organic Orange & Vanilla Body Conditioning Lotion, £16.99

(skincarecafe.com, 0870 4432744)

They say: Made with organic orange essential oil and pure vanilla, it leaves skin feeling nourished and hydrated all day long. Can also be used as a soothing aftersun lotion.

We say: The fragrance was so subtle that it had barely any smell. It was not very easily absorbed — but the skin felt moisturised all day long.

Mark: 6/10

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The Body Shop Shea Body Butter, £10

(01903 844554)

They say: This intensive body moisturiser contains shea and cocoa butter to help to soften dry skin.

We say: The cream is very rich — a little goes a long way — with a subtle scent. It absorbed well and left the skin feeling moisturised throughout the day.

Mark: 9/10

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Crème de la Mer The Body Cream, £145

(0870 0342566)

They say: This rich and emollient body cream moisturises and firms skin, giving it a radiant glow, even on the driest of skins.

We say: It is rich and luxurious, but whether it is worth the expense is doubtful.

Mark: 6/10