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Oil magnates - A new breed of women skincare bosses is advocating plant-based oil as liquid gold for skin

"The biggest misconception about using a facial oil is that it gives you spots or makes skin greasy" says facialist Amanda Lacey, whose Camellia Face Oil and Oils of Provence blends are central to her skincare regime. Oils are most effective used on their own at night and under a natural skin cream in the day. Application is key. "Clean your skin with warm water before applying" suggests Lacey.