Gift Guide: What to gift mum for Mother's Day
By Sonia Rishi
I've thought a long time before writing about Mother's Day and realise it remains difficult to be direct- even in this social world. But, as the Skin and Sanctuary team prepares for move number two, I've made a little promise to myself that what I write or say in relation to the clinic should remain as authentic as possible.
Even now though I'm hesitating because the mum I'm about to mention loved March. She loved daffodils and loved Mother's Day.
The thing is she is no longer here. My mum lost her truly awe-inspiring fight against ovarian cancer and my three sisters and I lost her in July 2020 - on the day of my 50th birthday. As such, if I am being direct I have to accept that Mother's Day is difficult. As it is for so many, and for so many different reasons.
But, I also feel that it remains the one day in the year when we are given a reason to celebrate the person that loves us selflessly. I realise we shouldn't need it. That mums and anyone we love should be told all the time. Yet sometimes that little excuse of a dedicated day helps to act as a reminder to let them know that we want to celebrate them, that we see them - and love them hugely.
And, if you are struggling for ideas the Skin & Sanctuary team have curated a special list of our favourites. Being an all female aesthetic clinic we are well aware that Mums come in all forms, different ages, shapes, colours and sizes so though we hope our list is helpful we’ll leave it to you to decide which you feel would be her favourite.
A consultation with a Skin expert
There is so much information and advice out there that it's difficult for anyone, let alone a busy mum, to know where to start with skin treatments or products. So why not book her in for an assessment with one of our super clinical team. That way she can ask any questions in confidence and find out which would be the treatments or products that would benefit her most. (£60 and redeemable against any treatments at the clinic)
2. Aquagold®
Help her feel special - with the gold treatment that also ensures results. At Skin & Sanctuary, Aquagold® treatments use a personalised cocktail of, most commonly, wrinkle reducers (Botox®), hyaluronic acid, and vitamin C, infused directly below the surface of the skin. Attached to the vial are twenty hair-thin, tiny, hollow, gold needles, that deliver the contents of the vial beneath the skin - leaving a brighter, clearer and all round glowier complexion. Results are immediate but continue to improve for 1-2 weeks, lasting for 4-6 weeks. (Cost £550)
3. Botulinum Toxin Treatment
In the opinion of the S&S team there is still very little better than a light wrinkle-reducer refresh. And there's still time (just) if you're a mum or you know a mum who wants results before 19th March. At two weeks the treatment will be at it's peak, and so will the legendary 'Botox® glow'. Instead of looking a little tired after Spring cleaning duties she’ll be ready for the longer evenings with smoother, fresher skin. (£250 for one area, £350 for two areas, £420 for three areas)
4. The Glow Out
Our carefully designed 4 step facial combines the benefits of skilful facial massage followed by the best in micro-current technology to produce instant, stunning results.
Step 1 is the Cleanse - the appointment starts with a stimulating facial cleanse using luxury cosmeceutical products matched to our patients’ skin type.
Step 2 Facial Massage - relax as the skin is treated to a bespoke lifting massage by one of our highly trained and truly amazing aestheticians.
3. PureLift Facial Sculpting - next the skin is massaged using a PureLift Sculpting Tool. This treatment uses innovative micro-current technology to deeply activate and elevate the facial muscles, leaving the skin looking instantly lifted, plumped and with a bright glow.
4. Finishing Products - The treatment is finished with specially chosen products that are applied to enhance the glow.
(£90)
5.Illuminating AOX Serum by ZO® Skin Health
The team all love this so we know mums will too. A concentrated antioxidant serum that provides protection against pollution + premature signs of ageing while visibly brightening the skin with a subtly luminous, soft-focus finish. Applied after cleansing and before sunscreen and make-up. Trust us on this one. (£136.00)
6. InterFuse Treatment Cream FACE & NECK
Featuring InterFuse Technology by Skinbetter Science®, in a skincare cream designed for the face and neck. Why mums will love It: improves the appearance of skin sagging, lines and wrinkles. And like all skinbetter science products it is dermatologist tested, paraben free, fragrance free, dye free, and cruelty free. We have never had a client disappointed that they purchased it. It is that good.
Happy Mother’s Day all xx