Esther N McCarthy picks out perfect presents for all the deserving mothers out there, from handmade Atlantic seaweed body butter to supersonic hairdryers and fabulous floral jewellery.

Every healthy body is perfect but some things can really put you off stripping down.

Lancôme by Alber Elbaz

SMOKIN’ A model backstage at the Tom Ford, Autumn/Winter 2013 show rocks the designer’s ‘opium den’ look; below, products used to create the look.

ALL seven of the Sam McCauley Beauty Spas and Salons were awarded Guinot ‘Crown Salon’ status this week, meaning the Group walked away with almost half of the Irish awards at this year’s ceremony, which was held in Britain.