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Scented body oils: 10 of the best

Combine a winning fragrance with that sublime glossy finish

I’ve always loved oils: the glide, the texture, the way they immediately absorb into your skin and give you that sublime glossy finish that catches the light in all the right places and just makes everything look more alive. I love a product that is effective, makes the daily chore of beauty a delight and, crucially, has a dual purpose – which a scented body oil absolutely does. Still, there are lots of people who automatically swerve body oils, for making skin too sticky and clammy – particularly in the summer – and leaving stains on clothing.

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