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As we hurtle headlong into spring, skin can look pale, dry and flaky. Stephanie Smith checks out some new saviour products.

The One Show presenter Christine Bleakley, who has just bravely waterskied across the Channel for Sport Relief, is a fan of Irish fake-tanning specialists Hi-Shi, whose products make their way to UK shores this spring. First get rid of tired old skin cells with the Exfoliating Bodywash, then choose from the Facial Gel, Express Liquid Tan, Souffl Moisturiser, Day to Day Gradual Tan and Fusion Multi Bronzer. Prices start at 10.50 and it's 14.50 for the Day to Day Gradual Tan. The range, which can be applied professionally or at home, is available from selected salons and day spas and at www.he-shi.co.uk and stockists on 0845 3011060.

Makers of the UK's No.1 selling facial scrub, St Ives introduces two scrumptious new body scrubs that suit even sensitive and problem skin.

All-over exfoliation will

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help speed up the skin's circulation and the natural renewal process.

Choose from the Deep Cleansing Apricot Body Scrub for oily, blemish prone skin or the Nourishing Apricot Body Scrub for sensitive skin. Available from Asda, Sainsbury's and Superdrug at 4.99 for 300ml.

Crme de la Mer has rescue products for

the face that work to improve the quality of your skin both immediately and in the long-term. First there is the original Crme de la Mer, which works on wrinkles, pores and texture. It costs 92 for 30ml. The Eye Concentrate has Radiant Ferments that improve clarity, while smoothing and toning. It costs 123. Finally, there's the Regenerating Serum, which includes the new Regenerating Ferment, to help natural production of collagen and elastin. It costs 210, all from Harvey Nichols Leeds and stockists on 0870 034 2566.

Natural scent and beauty specialists Lush has come up with a face serum in a solid bar form to rub in to the skin after cleansing, especially overnight for a natural boost. There are two versions: Full of Grace, for sensitive and mature skins, and Saving Face, for oily skins. Each costs 7.50 for a 20g bar from Lush stores, on 01202 668 545, www.lush.co.uk.

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Madonna and Demi Moore are said to be fans of coconut water which apparently can help you lose weight, improve your skin, hair and nails, reduce stress and help hangovers and cleanse the kidneys. Titanic Spa, the Huddersfield eco pamper venue, is now stocking ZICO, a 100 per cent natural pure water from young coconuts. With just 60 calories and no

fat or added sugar, coconut water is low in acidity and high in potent antioxidants for an inner workout. ZICO Natural is available in Titanic's Bistro at 1.89.

Call 0845 410 3333 or visit www.titanicspa.com.