Revolting fact about me #102 is that I have very dry lips - come rain or come shine. I've tried…read moresmothering them with Vaseline, Nivea and the like but nothing works. Annoyingly my face seems to have expensive tastes and the only thing that solves my woes is Kiehl's Lip balm at the staggering price of £12. And one of the few place in Bath that stocks it is Space.NK. Space NK is like a department store dedicated solely to lotions, potions and cosmetics and I LOVE it. Granted, 95% of it is completely out of my budget, but it's a great place to window shop. The shop is laid out well with bright white counters and shelves of beautifully decorated packaging. This store in Bath has exceptionally smiley, friendly shop assistant who will listen attentively to find you the best suited products.

Fantastic curation of beauty products including cosmetics, skincare, and fragrances from brands…read morelike Chantecaille, Hourglass, Emma Hardie, Sarah Chapman, By Terry, and more. Staff is attentive but will let you browse at your leisure, which I prefer. Being from the States, I was delighted to find brands not available there along with niche brands. Extra stars as the staff gave me plenty of samples.

This place is basically a discount beauty store, stocking loads of makeup, hair extensions,…read moreperfumes, tights and various other random bits and pieces. I came in here last October to grab some face paints for my mime Halloween costume. They sell the proper stage makeup branded stuff you find in specialist shops, but for only half the price - it's really great. They also do a lot of stuff by brands I've never heard of - my girlfriend always buys her liquid eyeliner from here - she says it works better than any other brand she's ever tried and it only costs £1.50! It's also a great place for cheap (but not necessarily bad quality) gifts for female friends and relatives - and they also do a range of greetings cards and gift wrap, so you won't even need to go anywhere else. Sorted.

Are you in need of some false eye lashes, baby wipes and discount perfume? Then this is the place…read morefor you! They may not have the classiest range of products, but they do stock both the essentials and the more fun beauty products we all need. A great way of saving money, check them out.

I first got hooked on L'Occtaine when I was given a teeny tiny sample in my copy of Cosmopolitan…read moremagazine. Ever since I've sought out its rich, luxurious moisturisers and silky smooth hand creams. So when I discovered Bath had one slap bang in the middle of the high street - I was over the moon. Sadly when I realised how expensive the products were when they weren't free I realised I'd have to save my pennies before returning. But when you have the funds, you'll be able to sample their floral body mists, shower oils and shampoos which leave you feel pampered from head to toe.

Fantastic products that bring Provence to your bathroom!…read more Not cheap, but last for a long time - my favourites are the verbana hand soap (been going over a year now) and the aromatherapy pine and rosemary shower gel. Well-stocked shop, haven't needed to ask the staff very much so not sure of they know much about the products - they sort of sell themselves! Great presents.

Tucked inside the Podium shopping centre you'll find Crabtree & Evelyn packed to the brim with…read moregirlie treats and tempting smellies. This shop may be small, but it's mighty in terms of the items it sells. I tend to shop here for the older generation of my family; my mum and my grandma, but it's a reliable place to buy upmarket hand creams, shower gels and talcum powders. The shop assistants aren't overly friendly but they are efficient - so if you need help choosing the perfect gift. They're the ones to ask!

Lovely store in the heart of downtown Bath that features a variety of scents, lotions, creams,…read moresoaps and other toiletries. Service is excellent. My husband picked me up a bottle of Tuberose Anjelica, a spicy floral that is a part of the Intense Cologne range.

So tasteful you could slap it between two slices of country wholemeal bread and devour it - Grasse,…read morethis is a stylish rustic, French countryside inspired shop just off the far end of Pulteney Bridge. Wicker log baskets, candles and mists, accessories, leather bags, garden ornaments and tools even skincare products, are all lovingly arranged and packaged for maximum temptation purposes. Pop in on your tour round and you won't be disappointed.

What a great shop if you are looking for something different, come to this shop!. Garden, house,…read morepersonal, its all here and stuff you won't find anywhere else! So unique its untrue and good old fashioned personal service with free gift wrap wow! You walk in and smell the aroma from the candles, try the scents and just be blown away by the choice on one off items all chosen by the owner, what a classy shop. If in Bath, this shop is a huge must visit Recently returned to the shop and WOW!! Seems people were queuing to get in even on a quiet Friday! Different products, different displays and the same great service. Check out the full NEOM range, candles, room sprays and now body lotions. But just smell the new room diffusers, brilliant! I am hard pushed to think of a better shop of this type in the whole UK that provides such substance, style and service. So, if you are in Bath, cross Pulteney Bridge into Argyle Street and visit this treasure Brian

When I was little I could think of nowhere classier than Molton Brown. Harrods? Nah! Harvey Knicks?…read moreNever heard of it! My heart belonged to the shop that sold the deliciously smelling bubble bath and made my hair feel silky smooth. Twenty years on and I still love their shampoos and shower gels with their signature scents. The shop assistants here are helpful, but not entirely friendly which can be a bit off-putting. As are the prices. This shop is ideal for birthday presents and days when you want to treat yourself.

Jolly's might look like an old fashion British department store from the outside, but it is…read moreactually a part of the House of Fraser group. But even though it's part of a chain, House of Fraser should be commended for making it look as though it's an independent department shop. Spread over three levels it's a one-stop shop for ladies who love retail; there's fashion, cosmetics, homeware and a cafe to sit down after an exhausting shopping session. It may all seem a bit middle class but look closely and there's plenty for younger girls too. There's an Oasis, Benefit, MAC and All Saints to name but a few stands. Not the cheapest of places, but a lovely place to go if you're trying to please a whole family of shoppers. They also hold weekly one-off events so make sure you pop in to see what's happening in-store.

Proper higgledy-piggledy department store of old, lots of steps and staircases making it unsuitable…read morefor shopping with a buggy. Ladies clothes - lots of concessions, Planet, Paul Costelloe, phase eight etc plus House of Fraser own brands linea and platinum. Good undies section, and leather handbags and gloves. All the major perfum people are there - use the top entrances to get straight to these. Homeware a bit hit and miss, always worth a look when it's a 20% off day. Staff are either very young or old (some of the ladies in the clothes area must be over 70 - lovely people, not so hot on the till technology) and are ALWAYS pushing the storecard.

I had such a great experience with Ed! He was engaging, sweet, and even went the extra mile to give…read moreme a little something extra that I really appreciated. As someone who has worked in retail, I know how rare it is to have a truly great interaction not only with the employee but as a customer as well. Ed was a breath of fresh air! We had such a nice chat, and I'm especially grateful for his insight on how to enjoy a relaxing bath--such a thoughtful touch. His kindness really stood out, and I just wanted to leave some kudos for a job well done!

Lush There's nothing I like less than a 'hard-sell' when I'm…read moreout shopping. 'Would you like a spray of our new perfume?' No, thanks. 'Would you like to hear about some of our exclusive deals we can offer you?' I'm fine. 'Can we offer you some FAN-tastic insurance to go with that?' I'm only buying batteries?! Which is the only thing that puts me off shopping at this Lush. The friendly staff obviously have a whale of a time working here as they're always smiling and joking around. But I really don't need to be asked 'can I help you?' by six different perky shop assistants before being helped against my will regardless of me refusing their help! (I get them impression they're working on commission). It's such a shame that they're so bloomin' helpful, as it puts me off wanting to peruse their henna hair dyes, delicious smelling bath bombs and wonderful lotions and potions. If you do get coerced into buying something you didn't really want - don't be shy to ask for some samples. They're so darn friendly they'll happily give them to you! P.S. You may enjoy this shopping experience if you're a much more personable shopper than I am!