…on Mother’s Day next week with our pick of lip-plumping, complexion-boosting, fabulous-smelling gifts.
The decadent dip
Jo Loves White Rose and Lemon Leaves Bath Cologne, £55, joloves.com
The bestselling perfume in a decadent bath cologne. Leaves skin gently scented without an oily residue. The perfect treat for a tired-out mum!
The super smoother
Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair, from £55, esteelauder.co.uk
This classic serum utilises skin’s natural night-time renewal to reduce the appearance of fine lines and boost the complexion. Plus it’s fragrance- and oil-free.
The pout plumper
YSL Volupté Plump-in-Colour, £29, yslbeauty.co.uk
The iconic moisturising lipstick now boasts a heart-shaped balm core with peppermint oil and black pearl powder to give a high-shine finish and make lips look fuller.
The hottest flame
Anya Hindmarch Baby Powder Candle, £50, selfridges.com
Inspired by the joy of new babies and scented with violet leaf, rose petal, tonka bean and musk, this gets extra cool points thanks to its signature Anya Hindmarch sticker.
The pulse racer
Jo Malone London Wildflowers & Weeds Lupin & Patchouli Cologne, £49, jomalone.co.uk
With its gorgeous glass bottle, this limited-edition fragrance combines uplifting notes of lupin and patchouli brightened with vibrant mandarin.
The wake-up call
Decléor Néroli Bath & Shower Gel, £18, decleor.com
Ninety eight per cent natural and with a pH neutral base that’s kind to skin, this is super energising, too. It also comes in relaxing Lavender and soothing Rose D’Orient.
The do-good goodies
Space NK x Selfish Mother Beauty Bag, £50, spacenk.com
Not only does it boast Selfish Mother’s ‘LOLOVE’ design, chic leopard-print lining and six luxe products, but £5 (plus VATAT) from each sale will go to domestic abuse charity Refuge.
The bouquet in a bottle
Mon Guerlain Bloom of Rose, from £49, selfridges.com
Modern classic Mon Guerlain eau de toilette gets a lively refresh thanks to the addition of rose and neroli. Guerlain calls it ‘a tribute to today’s femininity’. We call it charming.
Feature by Edwina Ings-Chambers. Beauty assistant: Alice Robertson