Patch Picks: Mother's Day Surprises

1. Give mom a day of pampering, beauty and relaxation at Ambiance Salon and Spa, 16132 Churchview Drive. Lithia. Ambiance is offering an "unconditional love package" for $104, including a half hour of relaxation massage, a mini facial, and hair shampoo and style. Or you can choose the "mother and daughter retreat" for $124 that include luxury citrus manicures and pedicures for two. Gift certificates are available. Visit www.ambianceatfishhawk.com.

2. To help mom look and feel her best, Dr. Dyan Harvey-Dent of the Skin & Laser Medical Center, 4325 Lynx Paw Trail, Valrico, is offering free cosmetic consultations for moms. In addition, she's offering 20 percent off skincare products. Moms can choose from Botox, Juvederm or Radiesse treatments, microdermabrasion, laser treatments and more. Call 813-684-9600.

3. Or, check out the specials at Brandon Dermatology, 405 W. Bloomingdale Ave., Brandon. Brandon Dermatology is offering $125 off Radiesse filler per 1.5 cc syringe through May 31. Moms also can get Botox for $10 per unit for to help remove those forehead frown lines. Other services include chemical peels, laser hair removal and photofacial treatments. Call 813-662-3376.

4. Give mom her own toolbox. Cora Simon, a local Tomboy Tools consultant, offers tools designed by women for women. They're great for the hobbyist, crafter, painter, gardener, antique dealer, organizational wizard and trash-to-treasure artist. Give Simon a call at 813-741-0413 or visit www.tomboytools.info/corasimon.

5. Give mom a day in paradise. Make reservations for her at the Palmer House Bed & Breakfast, 2221 Hinton Ranch St., Lithia. The charming Victorian farmhouse nestled on eight acres offers romantic weekends and weekend getaways. Call 813-654-0961 or visit www.palmer-house.com.