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Aromatherapy Associates
Aromatherapy Associates was founded in 1985 by Sue Beechey and Geraldine Howard, aromatherapists who trained and practised at the renowned Micheline Arcier clinic in Knightsbridge. They felt that a professional brand was needed to support aromatherapy treatments in spas, as such a brand was lacking at the time.
Aromatherapy Associates have since become a leading international spa brand. Their products are now used in over 30 countries, including the UK, where the brand originated.
They say: "It is our mission to share with people the amazing results we have seen and experienced through using essential oils in our products and treatments over the last 30 years, and to practice real aromatherapy."
We say: "The Aromatherapy Associates products we tested were as gorgeously scented as you would hope for, from a dedicated aromatherapy range! A unanimous thumbs-up for Aromatherapy Associates from The Good Spa Spies."
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Aromatherapy Associates 50ml, RRP £35; 15ml, RRP £37 |
Reviewed by: Single Spy Age: 50s Skin type: mature |
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Application: : The serum left my skin feeling rather dry and tight. At that point, I started leaving it in other Spies' in-trays. When they kept giving it back, I finally got round to reading the rest of the instructions... "Apply to clean skin before choice of facial oil or moisturiser". Cue the facial oil. What's in it? The serum contains rose water, evening primrose oil, jojoba and geranium. The facial oil contains rose, sandalwood and evening primrose oil. Effect: The serum and facial oil absorb fantastically well. The oil locks in the serum, and the two together leave your skin soft and smooth. Not a hint of greasiness remains after just a moment. The scent lingers and uplifts. I was sure the massaging of the oil was helping my tired skin, too. Verdict: An uplifting duo that improves your skin tone and your mood. * These products were formerly Renew Rose Intensive Skin Serum and Renew Rose and Sandalwood Facial Oil |
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Aromatherapy Associates 200ml, RRP £21.50 |
Reviewed by: Sensitive Spy Age: 40s Skin type: sensitive! |
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Application: This body wash can be used in the shower or as a foam bath. You need very little: a tiny squirt of this soothingly herbal wash gives you a clean, aromatic shower. A bigger squirt gives you a relaxing bath with a pleasing amount of bubbles. What's in it? The scent is a lovely blend of wild camomile, frankincense, and rosemary - and the rosemary isn't overpowering, as it can sometimes be. Effect: Mr Sensitive Spy liked this one too, so I think I'll have to buy the pink one in the future to stop it being pinched. Verdict: An aromatherapy delight for your shower! |
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Aromatherapy Associates 55ml, RRP £37.00 |
Reviewed by: Salubrious Spy Age: 40s Skin type: combination |
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Application: It's pretty concentrated, and just one capful disperses to scent an entire bath, giving up to 20 bathfuls per jar. What's in it? Sandalwood, vetivert and chamomile. Effect: : The oil is a lovely deep amber that goes milky when dropped into the bath. If you like sandalwood, you'll love this product. My husband loved the smell, which lingered in the bathroom for a good while after the bath had emptied. Verdict: A skin-softening bath-time treat with a deep, woody aroma that helps you unwind. |
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Aromatherapy Associates 200ml, RRP £21.50 |
Reviewed by: Shy Spy Age: 30s Skin type: normal/combination |
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Application: You need to use a relatively small amount, as it's packed full of rich essential oils. What's in it? Bergamot, pink grapefruit and neroli oils. Effect: When I first sniffed the clear gel Revive Body Wash, I was almost immediately won over. As I lathered the gel with water, the essential oils really did wake me up with their gorgeous zingy scent. My skin was lovely and soft afterwards. Verdict: You get what you pay for. It may be four times the price of a regular shower gel, but it's four times lovelier, too! |
Where can I try Aromatherapy Associates products?
You can try Aromatherapy Associates products at these spas:
PH20 spa at Park House, Midhurst
...and many other UK spas.
Where can I buy Aromatherapy Associates products?
Aromatherapy Associates website
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