Would you ever give your mum a vibrator for Mother’s Day? Queen of wellness Gwyneth Paltrow apparently thinks we all should. Yesterday Goop announced its Mother’s Day Gift Guide{
Is GP moving mountains by normalising sex or is this a step too far? We’re not sure. ‘Giving always feels good,’ writes the Goop guide. ‘We’ve thought a lot about what might make our moms (and grandmothers, great-grandmothers, aunts, wives, sisters, friends, cousins, and, yes, ourselves) happy right now.’
'Whether you’re with the mom in question 24/7 or you’re really missing seeing her, these are the presents—and the great organizations to donate to in her name—we’re betting are going to delight, distract, and indulge her.’ Quite.
The bullet-shaped vibrator-necklace costs £123 and exists to help the wearer transition from ‘night out to night in.’ (We assume 'night out' means a virtual drinks or dinner party at this time). The necklace is crafted from stainless steel, finished in 24-karat gold, and is completely waterproof, which is handy. The vibrator has two settings (pulse and constant) and is known – thankfully – ‘for being quiet’. The Vesper allegedly looks ‘great layered with other necklaces, and with whatever you’re wearing. Or not wearing,’ goop claims.
Gwyneth is known for talking unabashedly about sex - she said the word 'vulva' about 50 times in her Goop Netflix documentary - and that openness clearly extends to her family. Just yesterday, she uploaded an Instagram of her daughter’s ‘interpretation of my to-do list.’ On it, Apple, who is 15, wrote ‘Make more vagina eggs and candles.’ The candle she is referring to is the notorious ‘This Smell Like My Vagina’ candle which costs £60.04. If Gwyneth is having open conversations about sex with her 15-year-old, it looks like we could learn a thing or two from GP.
READ MORE: Gwyneth Paltrow Gives Herself A Vibrator For Christmas
READ MORE: The 10 Best Buys On Goop
10 Best Buys On Goop
1 of 10Goop This Smells Like My Orgasm Candle, £75
After the success of 'This Smells Like My Vagina Candle', Gwynnie went on to launch another candle and this time it smells like her orgasm with tart grapefruit, neroli, and ripe cassis berries. Described as 'sexy, surprising, and wildly addictive'.
2 of 10GOOPGENES All-in-One Super Nutrient Face Oil, £86
Not a fan of facial oils? You haven't tried GoopGenes face oil. Packed with 9 potent oils (including bakuchiol, vitamin C superfood and organic amla), the luxurious formula smooths skin, bolsters glow and locks in hydration. Triple tick!
3 of 10G.Tox Himalayan Salt Scalp Scrub Shampoo, £38
This bad boy is designed to be used as a shampoo, no repeat necessary, and followed up with conditioner. The Himalayan salts dissolve as you use it, so it nourishes your scalp (with cold pressed moringa oil too) while it whips away product residue to promote better growth. What a corker.
4 of 10Jillian Dempsey Gold Sculpting Bar, £179
This truly is a luxury buy, it's plated in 24 carat gold! A-list facialist Jilian Dempsey famously uses this on her clients pre-red carpet, Gwyneth herself popped it on her Instagram stories while using it to get ready for the Golden Globes this year. The tool vibrates to boost its massaging effect, and aids lymphatic drainage as it goes, to reduce puffiness.
5 of 10Mobot Black Foam Roller Water Bottle Big Bertha 40oz, £55
It's a water bottle (a pretty banging looking one at that) AND a foam roller! We're a tiny bit obsessed. You can stay hydrated and ease out those areas of muscle tension with a single buy. Mind. Blown.
6 of 10Fur Stubble Cream, £35
No, it might not be the most glamorous thing in the world to consider buying, but we'd say a cream that instantly soothes skin and helps to ward off ingrowing hairs, razor burns and waxing rashes is worthy of a fair bit of respect.
7 of 10Nécessaire The Sex Gel, £19
Have you ever seen a more chic looking bottle of lube? We think not. This water-based gel made with organic aloe vera is less about the 'teenage boy with a sock' look, and pertains more to the sexy Parisian vibe. We're here for it.
8 of 10Smile Makers The Tennis Coach Vibrator, £39.95
Yes, Goop sells vibrators. Check this one out. It's part of a range comprised of equally modern and discreet designs of different shapes, and the names are inspired. Here we have 'The Tennis Coach' and the range also includes 'The Millionaire', 'The Frenchman' and 'The Fireman'. Which one are you drawn to...?
9 of 10Megababe Thigh Rescue, £13
Made with aloe vera and pomegranate seed extract, this soothing balm helps to alleviate irritation caused by chafing, making it perfect for those plagued by inner thigh chafing, or anyone who's a regular runner, biker, you name it. Bravo Goop, an inspired addition.
10 of 10Sun Potion Mucuna Pruriens, £43
Dubbed on its packaging the 'Dopamine Bean', this supplement is linked to many different types of ancient medicine, one of which is Ayurveda. Some of its effects are linked to mood. It's believed to help improve motivation and boost energy. We'll take some of that please.