Sensitive skins:  just say 'a-a-a-a-h-h'... That's 'aaaaah', not 'aaaargh' - which can often be a touchy complexion's response to skincare introductions.

In reality, Aromatherapy Associates' existing products have never irritated our skins.  Nevertheless, this new plant-extract-infused range has been formulated to with six renowned anti-inflammatory soothers designed to calm:  licorice, cotton thistle, cactus, arnica and two types of camomile.  (Ideal for skin that's been over-exfoliated, stressed - or is just reactive.)  There are probiotics, too, which encourage healthy bacteria on the skin's surface, boosting its natural defences.

Think of this Soothing Introductory Set as calm-in-a-pouch:  it features sample/travel sizes of all products, including Cleansing Balm, Daily Repair Moisturiser, Treatment Mask and more, in a neat grey pouch (with a muslin cloth).  And at Victoria Health, they've a dozen of these - worth £33.50 - to offer to anyone who buys a full-size from the range, while stocks last.  (We suggest you get your skates on!)  The range itself is priced from £28 for the Soothing Skin Tonic (200 ml) to £49 for 50 ml Soothing Daily Repair Moisturiser - and with the Introductory Set worth £33.50, that's quite a deal.

You might also like tom know that at AA's Boutique and Treatment Rooms (020-7838 1117) you can now enjoy a new Soothing Facial (£50).  Definitely worth a shot for anyone who's run screaming from the massage couch (as we have), mid-way through a too-active treatment.

Screaming 'aaaaaaaargh', in our fluffy robes...

UK readers find Aromatherapy Associates Soothing Skincare at www.victoriahealth.com - buy here