Have your found yourself stumped with Mother's Day around the corner? Fret not, we've found the best beauty gifts for every maternal figure in your life – be they avid makeup mavens, fresh-faced fiends, or beauty tech aficionados
If your mother doesn't wear makeup...
Just because your mother is into beauty, doesn't mean she's all about makeup by default. Speaking from experience, this type of beauty lover is one of the trickiest to gift, considering the skincare jungle is tricky to traverse. Usually you would need in-depth knowledge of skin type and sensitivity when considering a potential gift, but we've gathered some universally adored favourites to set you up for success.
By opting for a pair of cooling derma globes for a chilled face sculpting session or a life-transforming lip mask, we can (almost) guarantee) that these gifts will make you the (unofficial) favourite child if your mother doesn't wear makeup.
If your mother loves a full face of makeup...
On the other end of the spectrum is the mothers who adore full glam. Again, some aspects need to be taken into consideration when buying a new addition for someone else's beauty bag – such as skin tone for example. Which colours suit different women is highly individual, so our best tip would be to steal a sneak peak into your mother's bathroom cabinet the next time you visit to discover her preferred hues.
Remember, everyday luxuries are a real treat – so do consider splurging on your mother's makeup. Your best bet? A backstage staple such as Dior's eye palette of daily neutrals or an Italian leather case for a lip balm.
If your mother loves to travel...
Constantly on-the-go seems to be a universal state for mothers every where. Whether it's simply picking up the kids from after school activities or jetting off for some much-deserved vacation, small essentials that neatly fit into a handbag are always appreciated.
A luxe hand cream to keep dry cuticles at bay or an SPF for easy re-application will quickly become a staple in your mother's handbag, while one of Bon Voy's smart makeup bags if basically a must for frequent travellers. With removable inners, its a breeze to clean. All she needs to do is pull down her silk sleep mask and prepare for take off.
If your mother is a techie...
Tech has been trending in the beauty industry, and if your mother is an early adopter you should consider one of these savvy Mother's Day gifts. Swedish Foreo's facial cleansing devices have become a staple in any future-proofed beauty routine while LED masks á la Dennis Gross is on the frontier of at-home facial treatments.
Steam, electric pulses, LED lights and miracle blow-out as home – these gift are bound upgrade your mother's beauty routine in a flash.
If your mother adores a night at home...
You don't have to be a mother to appreciate a quiet night in paired with a binge-worthy show or a proper page-turner. These activities are best enjoyed two ways and we have both covered below – be it with a spa worthy soak or wrapped up on the couch. All while, a hair mask is brewing and a freshly laundered silk pillowcase is awaiting in bed, of course.
The ultimate way to set the scene for a homebody? A candle. And this one by L:A Bruket has an (almost) universally adored scent.
