Paying someone back for their guidance is near-impossible, but a heartfelt handwritten note with an unexpected thank you gift helps convey serious appreciation. Whether it’s a little luxury, a new product you adore or something you can spend time doing together, we’ve rounded up a few picks for the role models in your life.
diptyque | Baies Candle | £40 |
From their stylish monochrome packaging to their heavenly scents, nothing says indulgence like diptyque. Their candles are a gorgeous reminder to take a little time out for rest and relaxation. Baies is an elegant cocktail of blackcurrant and roses. Gorgeous.
Aromatherapy Associates | Revive Evening Bath & Shower Oil | £37 |
The perfect antidote for Friday night sluggishness, this oil revives the body and mind with geranium, ylang ylang, patchouli and sandalwood. A few drops in the bath and you’ll be ready to hit the town feeling silky smooth and smelling divine.
BaByliss | Big Hair | £45 |
Voluminous hair is always in style, and this time-saving tool helps you get a professional home blow-dry. Fusing a traditional blow drier and a round brush in one, the barrel’s soft bristles rotate while blowing out hot air to create body and shine. Brigitte Bardot, watch out!
Yu-Be | Moisturizing Skin Cream | £19.50 |
Treat your mum, sister, best friend – or even man – to this Japanese cult cream. The vitamin-enriched multi-use moisturiser has a comforting, somewhat medicinal camphor scent that magically disappears about a minute after application. Tried and loved at Birchbox HQ, this balm will nourish even the driest of skins.
Korres | Party Survival Kit | £19 |
Got a mentor with a packed social calendar? This handy kit’s for them! There’s make-up remover and Wild Rose cream to revive your complexion, an Evening Primrose eye cream to de-puff, and travel-sized Guava showergel, body butter, and refreshing Lemon gum for an instant pick-me-up.
Exclusive Memberships | Movies & Beauty
Some gifts are meant to be shared, so we love the idea of an annual membership or vouchers to deluxe cinemas across the country. Comfy, independent cinemas like the Curzon cinemas in London, the Phoenix in Leicester, The Electric in Birmingham and the grand Tyneside in Newcastle are the perfect way to watch the latest flick in style. And once you’ve shared a movie, why not share your beauty secret with them? We’re biased of course, but we think a Birchbox subscription is the perfect monthly treat for any role model.
– Grace