Body care gifts for Mother's Day

Hand care: cream, gift set and evening routine

The hands are the most exposed part of the body: frequent washing, cold, hand sanitiser, gardening. A hand cream is chosen based on need: a fluid texture that absorbs quickly for the day, or a rich cream with glycerin or shea butter for dry and cracked hands. Merci Handy, a French brand founded in 2014, became known for its colourful cleansing gels before launching scented hand creams; its gift set includes several treatments, making it practical to give. In the evening, a thick layer under cotton gloves works overnight, while a balm nourishes the cuticles and the most damaged areas.

Beauty ideas

Beauty ideas are organised by category:

• Makeup.
• Skincare.
• Body care.

The full selection can be found on the Mother's Day page.

Warming cream or soothing balm for muscles

For athletes, body care supports physical effort. A warming cream, like the one from Select with camphor, is massaged in before the session: it warms the skin and prepares the muscles for warming up, but does not replace it. After training, a soothing balm, like the one from EA Fit, relaxes tense areas like calves, thighs or shoulders. Massage towards the heart in circular motions for a few minutes. Both should be avoided on irritated or wounded skin, near the eyes and mucous membranes, and hands should be washed after use. This little massage ritual is also a great way to relax.

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Moisturising the body: milk, cream or oil after showering

The skin on the body absorbs care best just after showering, when it is still slightly damp: the treatment helps to retain moisture on the surface. Body milk, fluid in texture, is suitable for normal skin and absorbs quickly; cream or balm, which are richer, repair dry skin on legs, elbows, and knees; dry oil nourishes without a greasy film and enhances the skin in summer. Hard water and chlorine from the pool dry out swimmers' skin, which benefits from daily moisturising. A gentle scrub once a week removes dead skin cells and helps the next treatment to penetrate better.

Frequently asked questions

How to care for a woman's body daily?

A lukewarm shower instead of a hot one, a gentle cleansing gel without soap, and daily moisturising form the basis. Add sun protection on exposed areas, sufficient sleep and regular physical activity, which maintains circulation and skin tone.

How to do a body treatment at home?

Start with a gentle scrub in the shower, then apply a milk or oil, massaging from bottom to top. Finish with a richer cream on feet and hands. About twenty minutes is enough, ideally in the evening to relax.

How to treat itching of the body's skin?

Itching often comes from dry skin: a short lukewarm shower, an oil-rich soap and an emollient cream applied every day can soothe it. If itching persists, spreads or is accompanied by patches, consult a doctor.

What treatment for feet after running?

A lukewarm foot bath, then a rich cream with urea or shea butter on the heels softens the skin hardened by the miles. Rolling the arch of the foot on a ball helps relieve tension; protect blisters without popping them.

What body care to give for sensitive skin?

Choose fragrance-free formulas, with short ingredient lists, containing soothing ingredients like oatmeal, aloe vera, or shea butter. Avoid essential oils and warming creams, and test the product on a small area before first use.