9 perfect Father’s Day gift ideas
5 June 2014
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The Health-conscious Dad: NUTRIBULLET PROSUPERFOOD NUTRITION EXTRACTOR
If getting your dad to have his 5-a-day is proving to be a fruitless task, then the newest model of the NutriBullet will be the most welcomed of kitchen aids. Able to pulverise, blitz and juice any part of the fruit including its skin, seeds and stems thanks to its powerful 900w motor, it’s the easy and effective way to make his diet a little healthier.
Buy online , £149.99.
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The Fitness-phobic Dad: YURBUDS INSPIRE PRO EARPHONES WITH DRY MIC
For the perfect soundtrack to his workouts, these sweat and water-resistant Yurbuds headphones are certain to become the gym bag essential he’ll wonder what he did without. With great sound quality and intelligent Twistlock technology to make sure they don’t fall out mid rep, this could just be the added bit of fitness motivation he needs to make his gym sessions a much more appealing prospect.
Buy online , £49.99.
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The Hairy Dad: THE SHACKLETON TREATMENT AT GENTLEMEN’S TONIC
There’s nothing wrong with a hairy man. But what happens when that man crosses into wookie territory? Time to send them down to luxe male grooming parlour Gentlemen’s Tonic, where he’ll enter as Chewbacca and exit as Clooney. Comprising of a haircut and finish and a facial hair trim or Ultimate Wet Shave, it’s the best way to give the gift of grooming and keep his beard at bay.
75 minutes for £72. Purchase a voucher here .
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The Fashionable Dad: TOM FORD NEROLI PORTOFINO ALL OVER BODY SPRAY
From staycation to vacation, the scent of summer doesn’t come in a better incarnation that this latest addition to the Neroli Portofino family. Inspired by the cool breezes, blue waters and lush landscape of the Italian Riviera, the mixture of citrus, floral and amber notes appeal to both men and women alike for the perfect post-shower treat. We wouldn’t blame you if you ended up stealing a spritz too.
Buy online , £42.
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The Hobbit-toed Dad: MARGARET DABBS MEDICAL PEDICURE
If your father’s feet are more suited for the Shire than the seaside, book them in for one of the best pedicures in town. Able to tackle the most Middle-earth of manly trotters, there’s no callous hard enough nor toenail tough enough that Margaret and her team of expert Podiatrists won’t be able to tackle.
From £80. Buy a voucher for the Liberty Sole Spa here .
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The Outdoorsy Dad: KIEHL’S OIL ELIMINATOR RANGE
If your dad’s more at home in the shed than the sofa, than this range of new skin care staples will come in handy in the battle against premature ageing, visible pores and a shiny T-zone. Comprising of a light and refreshing moisturiser , cooling toner and hard-working cleanser , it provides a 3-point action plan against oil, sweat and pollution that’s nourishing, non-drying and perfect if he’s not used to a regular skincare regime.
Buy online , from £8.50.
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The Stubble-prone Dad: ELEMIS ICE COOL FOAMING SHAVE GEL
For an extra incentive to swap his five o’clock shadow for a stubble-free shave, this intelligently formulated gel could hold the key. Containing a luxurious and calming combination of Chinese date, English oak and witch hazel, it moulds to the contours of your skin to ensure a professional, close and razor-burn free shave that’ll have him hooked. With only a little needed before it develops into a rich, cooling lather, yes it’s a little pricey as far as shaving foams go, but is it worth it? All the men that we asked answered with a resounding, ‘Yes!’
Buy online , £22.
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The Jet-Setter Dad: MOLTON BROWN CARRY-ON-THE-FLIGHT COLLECTION
For the father who wants to add to his air miles, but not go over his 100ml limit, this set of mile high essentials will keep him fresh, squeaky clean and smelling great from departures to arrivals. Comprising of two body washes, an eau de toilette, face wash, shaving cream, moisturizer and shampoo plus a handy clear security bag too, his hand luggage restriction now no longer get in the way of him landing in the same state as the one he took off in.
Buy online , £40.
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The Stressed-out Dad:THIS WORKS SLEEP DEPRIVED KIT
If your dad’s having trouble getting his full eight hours, this fatigue-fighting duo could help to both correct and conceal the consequences of a bad night’s sleep . The perfect bedtime routine to accompany Match Of The Day and cricket highlights (just me?), simply ask him to spritz the soothing combination of lavender, vetivert and wild camomile of the Deep Sleep Pillow Spray to calm any frazzled post-match nerves. Follow up with a morning and night pea-sized amount of the anti-ageing No Wrinkles Tired Eyes to fight fine lines and dark circles and there you have it – all the ingredients he needs to help him to de-stress, relax and look wider awake in the morning.
Buy online , £41.