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Want to help her glow from head to toe this Mother’s Day? From sunscreens and serums,to hair care and fragrance,there’s no woman in the world that doesn’t want to feel (and look) her best.
Whether your loved one is a skin care beginner,or an avid 10-step Korean skincare enthusiast,there’s tons of reasonably priced beauty products that would be a perfect Mother’s Day gift on her special day.
So if she needs to beat the summer heat with oil control,tame frizzy ends with smoothing creams,or buff her nails with the perfect polish,here are some beauty picks guaranteed to make her smile – and maybe share her new favorites with you.
15 Mother’s Day Beauty Gift Ideas
1. Neogen Green Tea Real Fresh Foam Cleanser
Price: $19 at SokoGlam.com
Rating: 4.5-stars;1,000+ ratings
Features:
- Foam cleanser with fermented green tea extract to brighten and calm skin
- This water-based cleanser ideal to use in combination with an oil cleanser
- Note:it does include fragrance,which can be a skin irritant
2. Neogen Real Ferment Micro Essence
Price: $38 at SokoGlam.com
Rating: 4.5-stars;1,600+ ratings
Features:
- Hydrating,brightening essence
- Fragrance-free with 17% birch juice and 9% rice extracts
- Can be used morning and evening after cleansing and toning
3. The Ordinary Retinol 1% Serum
Price: $13.59,was $14.29 at Amazon;$9.30 USD at TheOrdinary.com
Rating: 4.5-stars;14,400+ ratings on Amazon
Features:
- Targets fine lines,wrinkles,and uneven skin texture
- Retinol 1% in Squalane for fine lines and surface-level hydration
- Use in the evening
- Caution:Must use sunscreen during the day
4. Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream
Price: $56,was $70 at Amazon
Rating: 4.6-stars;4,600+ ratings
Features:
- 72-hour moisturizer with 4.5% Squalane to reduce redness and hydrate skin,according to company
- Fast absorbing and lightweight
- Suitable for all skin types
5. Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen + Makeup-Gripping Primer SPF40
Price: $38 at Amazon
Rating: 4.6-stars;16,800+ ratings
Features:
- Broad spectrum SPF 40 sunscreen
- Weightless,scentless gel formula designed for all skin types
- Shine control and makeup gripping finish
- Oxybenzone and octinoxate-free
- Water and sweat resistant up to 40 minutes
- Ingredients:Avobenzone (3%),Homosalate (8%),Octisalate (5%),Octocrylene (4%)
6. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Moisturizing Face Serum
Price: $11.54,was $21.32 at Amazon;$14.88 at Walmart;$22.49 at Ulta.com
Rating: 4.6-stars;7,900+ ratings
Features:
- Unscented,no oxybenzone,non-comedogenic
- Broad spectrum SPF 60 face serum for UVA/UVB sun protection
- Water resistant up to 80 minutes
- Can be worn alone or under makeup
- Ingredients:Avobenzone (3%),Homosalate (13.5%),Octisalate (5%),Octocrylene (10%)
7. BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask (4-count)
Price: $19 at Amazon
Rating: 4.4-stars;15,000+ ratings
Features:
- Collagen mask ingredients include oligo-hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to improve skin tone and texture
- Safe for all skin types,according to company
- To use:Place on face overnight after skin care routine;if used in daytime,use after skincare routine and leave on for at least 3 hours
- Mask will turn transparent over time as the skin absorbs the moisturizer
8. UJFQBH 3-Piece African Bath Sponge
Price: $6.79,was $7.99 at Amazon
Rating: 4.4-stars;23,900+ ratings
Features:
- Made of nylon material
- Rougher fabric but soft enough for daily exfoliating,according to company
- Washing machine friendly
- Can be cut for tailored size,and used in bath or for household cleaning
- Caution:some readers noted a bad smell at first use
9. Buf-Puf Body Sponge
Price: $7.98,was $8.60 at Amazon
Rating: 4.5-stars;5,600+ ratings
Features:
- Deep cleans and exfoliates
- Made from polyester fiber
- Uses:Prep for moisturizers,makeup,or sunless tanning
- Caution:Be careful combining use with other chemical exfoliants - may cause skin irritation and redness
10. Sol de Janeiro Hair &Body Perfume Mist
Price: $20,was $25 at Amazon
Rating: 4.6-stars;79,000+ ratings
Features:
- Travel size (3 fluid ounces)
- 10 scent options
- Orange flower and almond;crisp pear and white cedarwood;jasmine;coco and warm sand
11. Lancôme La Vie Est Belle Eau de Parfum
Price: $29.75,was $35 at Amazon;$35 at Lancome
Rating: 4.7-stars;24,000+ ratings
Features:
- Sweet and floral scent
- Notes of Iris spring flowers,patchouli,sugar,vanilla and hints of jasmine and orange blossom
- Travel-friendly design
12. Moroccanoil Hair and Body Fragrance Mist
Price: $18,was $32 at Amazon
Rating: 4.5-stars;7,900+ ratings
Features:
- Argan oil and vitamin E for hydration
- Scent can be used on hair,skin and clothing
- Layer with other Moroccanoil products to intensify scent
13. LA'DOR Perfumed Hair Oil - Osmanthus
Price:$33.30 at SokoGlam.com
Rating:4.8-stars;6 reviews
Features:
- Hair oil ideal for permed or styled hair
- Curl enhancer for shiny,bouncy waves
- Fragrance blend of Osmanthus,apricot and plum
14. MAREE Hair Mask for Damaged Hair
Price: $15,was $25 at Amazon
Rating: 4.5-stars;2,900+ ratings
Features:
- Ideal for:Damaged hair,split end treatment,shine,frizz control,hydrating,breakage control
- Infused with keratin,biotin,and coconut oil for smooth,shiny hair,according to company
- Suitable for most hair types,including fine,curly,oily,and color-treated hair
15. INFINITIPRO BY CONAIR Hair Dryer with Diffuser
Price: $39.99 at Amazon
Rating: 4.5-stars;30,800+ ratings
Features:
- Powerful motor for faster drying and longer dryer life
- Ionic technology for smooth,shiny,less frizzy hair
- Infrared heat for faster drying and less damage,according to company
- Comes with diffuser for textured styles,and concentrator for smooth styles
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How We Made Our Decision
First-hand Testing
I love skin care products – I’m constantly on the hunt for new items to test,and in this list,I’ve added some of my favorites. The Neogen skincare brand is one of my favorites,including the Green Tea cleanser and the Micro Essence,which I use daily.
Something for everyone
Our intent is to curate products that everyone can enjoy. Our goal is to offer inclusive,diverse and unique gift ideas that can appeal to everyone on your shopping list.
Price
We did want to keep the price point relatively reasonable. Everyone has a different threshold for gift giving,and our intent was to offer a variety of items at different price points for every budget.
Reviews
We let the reviewers speak for themselves. If a product has few (or no) verified reviewers,or the complaints outweigh the purpose and price of the product,we won’t feature it in our lists.
