Moms do A LOT for us. And they absolutely deserve to feel honored, special, loved and appreciated. So use this upcoming Mother’s Day as a reason to spoil her a little bit more than usual! (it’s May 12th if you need a reminder) But I do recognize that this holiday can be complicated for some, so, if that’s the case for you feel free to skip this post.
I have two sons and a daughter pictured here, when we got to go to the Masters this year. Amazing experience by the way - especially during the solar eclipse which is why we have the glasses staring up at the sun! And my kids are always doing the dirty work for my husband by asking me, “What do you reaalllly want for Mother’s Day?? We don’t want dad to mess up and get you something you don’t like!” Ha! So sweet of them.
Jennifer shares a Mother's Day Beauty Gift Guide
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So maybe I’ll share this post with them and say “Here ya go - let Dad pick!” These are unique “beauty related” gift ideas that could be appropriate for a new mom, stepmom, mom-in-law, grandma, aunt who-is-like-a-mom to you, cat mom, or maybe you’re the mom who wants to gift yourself - then you go girl!
If you don’t have time to order a physical gift, a specialized Mother’s Day gift card that you can send via text message or email to Amazon or Sephora is always a welcomed option!
Whimsy Printed Pajama Set by Printfresh, $148. Oh my gosh this brand has it ALL when it comes to the cutest prints offered for long and short pj sets, nightgowns, and bathrobes! I love putting on my makeup while wearing cute pj’s and there is something for all types of moms here. Plus items you can personalize with monogramming to make them extra special!
5 Piece Lip Essentials Set for Macy’s, $30. This is a set of 5 mini lip products from sought after brands that mom can play with and figure out what lip look she likes best from Bobbi Brown, Clinique, Kaja, tarte™, Yves Saint Laurent. Plus a $5 Coupon inside to redeem on her next Macy's Beauty purchase of $20 or more. This sort of gift goes quickly because lip products are universally something every woman can easily wear!
4 Pieces Cosmetics Travel Set, $55. Keep moms makeup + toiletries organized with this super chic 4 piece variety of makeup bags that can be zipped into one perfectly protected case. These come in a variety of color options and are easy to wipe down!
Sephora Summer Showstoppers Kit, $52. This is a curated, ten-piece set of beauty bestsellers found at Sephora. She’ll have so much fun trying all of the various minis plus a few full sized products included from Glossier, HAUS LABS by Lady Gaga, and Beautyblender.
Diptyque Tuberose Candle, $74. If she likes candles, she’ll love this popular Parisian brand of candles that is known worldwide. Nothing makes a room feel cozy and pretty quite like a prestige candle burning. And this scent is an ode to this white deeply fragrant flower cultivated in the fields of southern India that is a fan favorite.
Sharper Image Spa Hollywood Studio Makeup Mirror, $199. Does mom need a better mirror so she can apply her makeup better?? This mirror gets top ratings on QVC and has all the bells and whistles she’ll love like, LED adjustable lights, two fans up top to keep her cool while applying makeup, and she can even charge her smartphone from it and play music, all at the same time!
Amazon Contoured Sleep Eye Mask, $22. Give mom the “best beauty sleep” in the most comfortable eye mask that blocks out all the light, while also not squishing your eyelashes in the process due to the contoured eye shape.
BaubleBar Personalized Jewelry. (from $38 - $200). You literally can’t lose buying something personalized with kids names on it for a mom or even with her own initials - especially jewelry. Bauble Bar has the coolest and trendiest jewelry styles from rings, initial necklaces, and bracelets.
Nars Afterglow Lip Balm, $28. I don't’ know a woman alive who doesn’t love a sheer wash of color that comes from a comfortable lip balm?! If you’ve never experienced one of these Nars lip balms, they’re incredible and give JUST enough color without being overwhelming or sticky.
7-piece Angie Hot + Flashy Makeup Brush set, $125. Give her the gift of luxe makeup brushes that will last her a lifetime! This curated set by BK Beauty, one of the best makeup brush companies in my opinion, will be the gift that keeps on giving.
Last week's post was all about my new favorite TV show obsession, Palm Royale, and how to recreate that mod 60’s beach glam vibe in today's world! Be sure to check it out.
Thursday, Beth and Kelly shared Italian-inspired recipes on Fridays with Oscar. Click the title or image below to read the article.
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Yes please to any of these. Thanks from one mom to another. Your family is beautiful.
Thanks so much Deanna! Really appreciate your sweet comment. Happy early mamas day!