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Sometimes, all you want to do is meet up with your pals and have a good old pamper session. We're talking manicures, we're talking facials - you know the drill.
But, thanks to the 'rona, we haven't been able to do that in what feels like a lifetime and, to be honest, our self care is a bit out of sorts. Seriously, what is the point in doing a foot scrub if I can't have a gossip with my gals while I'm going it?
Well, reader, we had been on the same page (lockdown had us in full hibernation) but, now that restrictions are slowly easing, it's looking like we might need to crack out some of the essentials.
From foot files to emery boards, face masks to body scrubs, we've pulled together all our fave bits for the ultimate pampering day. Whether it's a gift to you (which, we are 100 per cent here for) or a gift for a pal on the other end of the phone, there's something for everyone in there.
Our recommendation? Get a pamper set for you and a friend, and have a virtual pamper hang out over Zoom. Get your self care on, ladies.
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Best pampering gifts
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1 of 9Cowshed Pedicure Kit
Cowshed is one of the OG pampering brands and this pedicure set - complete with a foot file, scrub, cream and moisturising socks - is the perfect pick ahead of the summer months. Get those tootsies in tip top condition.
2 of 9Relaxology Inflatable Foot Spa Pamper Pack
WHAT a pamper set. Nobody's got the money to be buying one of those all-singing-all-dancing jacuzzi foot spas, but that shouldn't stop you from giving your feet a bit of TLC, right? With everything you need to get your toes smooth as a baby's bottom, this is a great gift to buy someone as lockdown draws to an end (finally).
3 of 9Relaxing Home Duo
If you haven't smelt the Cocon de Serenité range from L'Occitane, you seriously need to. This duo is the ideal gift for that person who desperately needs to relax and unwind and, what's more, L'Occitane do fab gift wrapping, so it'll be a real treat when it arrives.
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4 of 9Baylis & Harding Urban Barn - Lime, Basil & Mint Giftset
Jo Malone who? This Baylis and Harding pampering gift brings spa luxury into the heart of your home and it'll do it all for just £14.99. With a candle, shower creme, body cleanser and hand cream, any person would be lucky to find this not-so-little box of treats on their doorstep.
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5 of 9Jessica at Home Kit - Raspberry
Jessica is one of the primo nail care brands, and for good reason. With a raspberry polish, clear coat, nail oil, cuticle balm, hand cream and file, this pamper kit is everything you'll ever need to give your paws a bit of love and care.
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6 of 9Spa of The Worldâ„¢ Relax Me Duo
The Body Shop's Spa of The World range just screams indulgence and, to be quite honest, after the year we've all had, we could all do with a bit of that in our lives. It comes with a body wash, hand wash and 'body polisher' and it's exactly what you should be buying for that friend who's a bit (a lot) house proud. They can take the body wash for themselves and save the hand wash to show off when guests can come round.
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7 of 9Origins Mask & Moisturise Set
Forget gifting, we want this bad boy for ourselves. Five face mask tubes for less than £20? Just take all our money.Seriously though, Origins know what they're doing when it comes to skin and, if you know someone who's getting a bit of the 'ole stress acne, this is the pamper gift set for them.
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8 of 9Lovely gift duo
Lovely is the perfect word to describe this gift duo. With a body scrub and floral bath bomb, the Lovely pamper set is practically designed for bath lovers, and it's a bargain, too. Give someone the gift of a relaxing night in - we're all stuck inside anyway, so why not make it pukka?
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9 of 9Mario Badescu Discover Mario Mini Sampler
Oooh. Oooh. We want Mario Badescu everything, in all honesty so, at £20, this pamper box is going straight in our baskets. It includes a cleanser, eye cream, mist, serum, moisturiser and face mask and it's an awesome present to give to someone whose skincare routine needs a bit of love.
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Some pampering ideas for lockdown 3.0 from yours truly...
1. Do a hair mask
We may not be able to go to the hairdresser's (cry) but that doesn't mean your locks have to pay the price. Why not try a hair mask for a hit of moisture and gloss this week. Your newly glowing tresses will thank you for it.
2. Try jade rolling
It may seem like a fad, but jade rolling can help de-puff your under eyes, improve product absorption and even help with acne. Plus, you can get one for less than a tenner.
3. Have a bath
Simple, but effective. Chances are, you simply aren't taking enough you time. And, for that matter, you probably need some screen-free time, too. Run a bath, crack out a body scrub (look out for essential oils - they're are great relaxant) and just CHILL. Enjoy the art of doing nothing, also known as Niksen.