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Introducing a selection of the most restorative, calming body oils out there. They're primed to hold sway over dry, lacklustre skin that needs some love, and manage to feel infinitely more luxurious than even the best creamy lotions. Body oils are best used post shower when skin is soft, supple and primed to absorb, but if you feel the need, don't let perfect timing hold you back.

Clockwise, starting from top middle:

1. Annmarie Coconut Body & Face Oil, $50
Renowned for preventing stretch marks, this body and face oil is proving to be an essential purchase for expectant mothers. The scent isn't too overpowering, but delicious all the same and there's no need to dance about in a towel for a prolonged length of time as the formula absorbs quickly.
Available from Be Good Organics

2. Clarins Huile Anti Eau Contour Body Treatment Oil, $79
This is big beauty brand Clarins' #1 selling body oil,  with 100% pure plant extracts including rosemary, geranium and mint — helps firm, tone and improve elasticity.
Available from Smith & Caugheys

3. Weleda Sea Buckthorn Body Oil, $38
Pharmacy buys can become best friend repeat buys if you know what to look for. Weleda are loved for their natural, affordable skincare and one of our go-to products is their Sea Buckthorn body oil. It is suitable for vegans and the licorice-fresh orange scent smells delicious and is long-lasting as far as body scents go.
Available at all good pharmacies and health stores.

4. Elemental Herbology Botanical Body Repair
Woes you with flowers; specifically the delicate scents of frangipani, jasmine and mandarin. Then this body oil keeps you coming back for more with its genius formula containing essential fatty acid rich Argan, Rosa Mosqueta, Sacha Inchi, Buriti and Sweet Almond oil.
Available from Mecca Cosmetica, (order only, not available online)

5. Nars Body Glow, $79
Don't be deterred by all the glitter in the bottle, Nars Body Glow contains other radiant-enhancing goodies to make skin beam. A little goes a long way, and it'll make you smell like you've just arrived back from a Tahitian honeymoon.
Available from Mecca Cosmetica

6. Tata Harper Revitalizing Body Oil, $128
All-natural, but also holds its own in so far as effectiveness. You can't help but love the bright green, matte glass packaging, and what's inside is even more satisfying. It doesn't sit on the surface of skin slick-like, and instead absorbs quickly. The oil also promotes micro-circulation and reduces inflammation. A delicious indulgence for those needing some extra TLC.
Available at The Tonic Room