16 Last-Minute Beauty Gift Ideas Just In Time For Mother’s Day
1/19Besides Cinco de Mayo and Memorial Day (and maybe National Burger Day on the 28th), Mother’s Day is really the only other notable holiday in May. And it most definitely takes the cake as our favorite because 1) moms rock! Duh. And 2) it gives us an excuse to express our undying appreciation for the women who have had our backs since day one. Now the latter can be exhibited through myriad displays of affection, including but not limited to: hugs and kisses (obv), handmade gifts, breakfast in bed, quality time, etc., etc. — but, us? Well, we prefer to use our passion for beauty to pamper our moms with the latest and greatest on the market, from fragrance and makeup, to skincare and hair care, and more.
If you’ve yet to pick up a present (hey, we’ve all been there), you’re in luck, as we took the liberty of nailing down 16 perfect beauty buys that we’re confident any mother figure in your life would fancy. Check ‘em out ahead.
2/19Bobbi Brown Art Stick Trio
A trio of creamy, matte-finish, and super wearable pencils — plus a mini gloss should you want to amp up the shine — proves the perfect present for any lipstick-loving moms out there.
Bobbi Brown Art Stick Trio, $78. Available at [bobbibrowncosmetics.com])https://www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com/product/13996/32765/Palettes-and-Sets/Art-Stick-Trio/FH14).
3/19L’Occitane Relaxing Lavender Gift
When in doubt, you can’t go wrong with a posh body-care set. This one by L’Occitane comes packed with luxury products like their lavender bubble bath and hand cream, both of which are lovely for relaxing a constantly on-the-move mom.
L’Occitane Relaxing Lavender Gift, $69. Available at usa.loccitane.com.
4/19Henri Bendel Suite 712 Travel Collection Gift Set
If you’re in the market to splurge a little, we highly recommend this dazzling travel fragrance set by Henri Bendel, which includes everything your mom needs in order to smell like a queen.
Henri Bendel Suite 712 Travel Collection Gift Set, $140. Available at henribendel.com.
5/19Grown Alchemist Facial Kit
Grown Alchemist’s facial kit — which comes with an array of anti-aging skincare prods like cleanser, toner, and a treatment serum — is ideal for any mom who hasn’t had the chance to take proper care of her complexion in awhile. Bonus points: It also comes with a divine-smelling watermelon and vanilla lip balm that leaves behind the most stunning sheen.
Grown Alchemist Facial Kit, $59. Available at abchome.com.
6/19Captain Blankenship’s Mermaid Hair Care Set
Captain Blankenship’s mermaid hair set is not only adorably packaged (which totally matters, okay?) but also works wonders on dry or distressed strands. So even if your mom sports a cropped cut, she can still benefit from the nutrients these hair-care prods have to offer.
Captain Blankenship’s Mermaid Hair Care Set, $45. Available at captainblankenship.com.
7/19Benefit Cheekathon Blush & Bronzer Palette
This year, give your mom the gift of color — well, cheek color, that is. This nifty palette from Benefit comes with full sizes (yes you read that right) of some of their best-selling blushes, as well as their cult Hoola Bronzer. For under $60 (valued at $145), you get some major bang for your buck.
Benefit Cheekathon Blush & Bronzer Palette, $58. Available at Sephora.com.
8/19Nails Inc. Spring Summer Mini Gel Effect Collection
This mini polish collection by Nails Inc. comes with five spring-perfect shades that will ensure your mom’s digits always appear sleek and shiny.
Nails Inc. Spring Summer Mini Gel Effect Collection, $29. Available at Net-a-Porter.com.
9/19Charlotte Tilbury The Gift of Goddess Skin
If we know anything, it’s that every mom deserves to try some of Charlotte Tilbury’s dreamy skincare at one time or another. Enter this gorgeous 3-piece set, which we happen to think is worth it for her infamous Magic Cream alone. There’s no doubt your mom will adore this skin-savvy gift.
Charlotte Tilbury The Gift of Goddess Skin, $59. Availabe at net-a-porter.com.
10/19Mauli Rituals Revive The Senses Set
If your mom isn’t one to frequent the spa, then we suggest bringing the experience home to her. This lust-worthy set makes it easy, as it contains some of the brand’s best-selling oils, as well as Himalayan Healing Salts and a muslin cloth, too. To top it off, we recommend cranking some calming music and offering to massage the oils into her skin and scalp for some serious spa-like vibes.
Mauli Rituals Revive The Senses Set, $65. Available at net-a-porter.com.
11/19Alterna Haircare Caviar Volume Starter Kit
Your mom may have never mentioned it before, but doesn’t everyone want healthy, volume-packed hair? We’d think so. If such is the case then you can’t go wrong with an anything-but-simple set like this one by Alterna, which works to strengthen, repair, and revive damaged or thinning strands.
Alterna Haircare Caviar Volume Starter Kit, $69. Available at Sephora.
12/19DevaCurl Curls Up Combs Down
On the flip side of the spectrum, if your mom rocks a head full of beautiful curls, then we suggest this 4-piece kit by DevaCurl that’s meant to provide supreme hydration and hold to curly hair.
DevaCurl Curls Up Combs Down: The No-Limits Kit for Curly & Super Curly Hair, $40. Available at DevaCurl.
13/19Kevyn Aucoin The Perfect Lip Kit
A sophisticated lip kit like this one by Kevyn Aucoin is all your mom needs to achieve a perennially on-point pout.
Kevyn Aucoin The Perfect Lip Kit, $79. Available at net-a-porter.com.
14/19Aromatherapy Associates Ultimate Bath Jewels Set
s your mom a bath lover? If so, we can’t recommend these award-winning bath oils enough. Each one (there are 10 in total) boasts a different benefit — from calming nerves, to releasing tension, to supporting breath — your mom is bound to fall in love with these opulent elixirs.
Aromatherapy Associates Ultimate Bath Jewels Set, $98. Available at net-a-porter.com.
15/19By Terry Baume de Rose Set
The founder of By Terry told Net-A-Porter that she wanted to create the ‘Rolls Royce of lip balms,’ and well, it seems that’s exactly what she did with these babies. Each one is infused with rose wax and shea butter for an ultimate lip-smoothing sensation, and um, did we mention the packaging? There’s no doubt your mom will cherish these pretty pout-amplifiers.
By Terry Baume de Rose Set, $98. Available at net-a-porter.com.
16/19Honest Beauty Magic Balm
Jessica Alba’s Honest Beauty Magic Balm is a must-have for your mom’s purse, as the multi-purpose product is a miracle worker for curing cracked anything, as well as adding a gorgeous sheen to the skin.
Honest Beauty Magic Balm, $18. Available at Ulta.
17/19Birchbox Limited Edition Beauty In Bloom
Can't decide on just one beauty prod to gift your mom? Well you're in luck, because Birchbox has got you covered with their limited edition "Beauty In Bloom" box, which features a slew of sample goodies (i.e. mini Nest fragrances, Stila mascara, Smith & Cult lacquer, and more!) that are bound to make your mom feel super special.
Birchbox Limited Edition Beauty In Bloom, $64. Available at Birchbox.com.
18/19Maison Martin Margiela Lipstick On
Fact: Every mom should own a luxury fragrance — something to remind her how beautiful she is every time she spritzes it on. This feminine perfume inspired by a woman’s nighttime beauty ritual has notes of vanilla bourbon extract, patchouli oil, and orange flower absolute, as well as others that make up its truly intoxicating scent.
Maison Martin Margiela Lipstick On, $125. Available at Sephora.
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