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Drivers and/or guides are likely to insist that they know the best shops and bargains in the city (they get a commission on whatever you purchase). If you have a specific shop in mind, be firm. Don't rely on the phrase "government-approved"; it's meaningless. Note that many shops are closed on Sunday.
India's answer to L'Occitane is cheaper and has a wide range of ayurvedic as well as naturally made and herbal products, including fragrances, oils, creams, soaps, and skin and beauty products. The night cream with saffron is a bestseller, as is the saffron facial cleanser.
