It’s May, which means that Mother’s Day is right around the corner. All of us want to make our moms feel special and loved this time of year, but it can be difficult to find the perfect useful gift. Either you’re not sure what to get, or you get caught up with work and school and don’t have time to do as much research as you would like. Well, that’s where we come in!
We think all moms deserve some great and useful gifts that they will love this time of year. So we have compiled our own list of useful gifts every mom is sure to love. This way you get to stress less, and mom gets a great gift! Doesn’t that sound like a win-win?
Skin & Body Care
If there is one thing we are sure of, it’s that we all need to take care of our skin. Not only is it something we need to do, but it’s something a lot of us enjoy doing! With that being said, there really is no better or more useful gift than some great skincare products. You can either buy her refills of products she already has, or you can get her something new. If you’re getting her something new, we do of course have some useful gift recommendations:
Biossance – Squalane + Caffeine Toning Body Cream
First Aid Beauty – KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub
Gift Sets
No matter what the holiday or occasion, everyone loves a good gift set. With these, you can almost never go wrong because mom’s bound to love something inside (we know we usually find several things we like). You can also make these super useful! Get her a spa day gift set to help her relax or even an office supply gift set to help her stay organized all year long.
Sol de Janeiro – Bum Bum Jet Set
VOLUPSA – Mini Candle Set
Makeup
Almost every woman uses some form of makeup, and most women (ourselves included) love makeup. So what better gift than some of her favorite beauty products? You can gift her a new bottle of that expensive foundation or a new one of those mascaras she loves. That way mom doesn’t have to buy it for herself when she runs out. But if you want to make it extra special, try getting her something new! Try something she has either mentioned wanting to try or otherwise something you just think she would love. After all, it’s the thought that counts!
Anastasia Beverly Hills – Soft Glam Eyeshadow Palette
Clinique – Almost Lipstick
Amazon Finds
Nowadays, you can find basically anything on Amazon. So why not use it to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift? They have hundreds of thousands of products to choose from, including a section on their home page dedicated to their recommendations for Mother’s Day gifts. But looking through that long list can be exhausting. That’s why we did it for you! We looked through the Amazon Mother’s Day recommendations, and these were our favorite finds:
TOPDesign – Personalized Initial Canvas Beach Bag
Stanley – Adventure Quencher Travel Tumbler 40 oz
Fragrances
Show your mom some love with a lovely fragrance gift. With so many great options of useful gifts to choose from, Ulta Beauty makes it easy for you to find the right perfume for your mom. Take advantage of the pickup option they offer and save time! Here are some of our favorite picks.
Valentino – Donna Born In Roma
Lancôme – La Vie Est Belle
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What is a practical gift?
You want the recipient of your gift to use it frequently and for a need they might not even be aware they have. In other words, a useful gift is the best kind of gift. The best practical gifts are those that are of the highest quality, have long-lasting value, and have a pleasing “wow” effect.
What is a thoughtful gift?
A thoughtful present demonstrates to the receiver that we care about them and want them to feel loved, whether it comes from a list or from researching their hobbies.
What is a special gift?
You give someone a unique or exceptional gift on their special day. There are special days in everyone’s life. These are the days that are anticipated by many, and you can use them to give the person a present. Different approaches are used by people to mark noteworthy days.
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Meet Kourtney, a fashion and beauty enthusiast who tells stories through style. To her, clothing is a language, and every accessory adds punctuation to her narrative. Kourtney explores vintage fashion markets on weekends, blending classic with contemporary to create a signature style that reflects her vibrant personality. Beyond aesthetics, she's a passionate advocate for body positivity and inclusivity in fashion, celebrating diversity to ensure everyone feels seen and embraced.
