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The Best Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts That’ll Make Her Feel Extra Special

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Published on Apr 14, 2025 • 7 min read
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Finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift is a little like picking the right foundation shade—you want something that’s a perfect match, feels effortlessly right, and makes her glow with joy. But let’s be real: the best Mother’s Day beauty gifts aren’t just about looking good—they’re about helping her feel amazing, too. Whether she’s a skincare devotee, a makeup minimalist, or someone who could use some serious self-care, we’ve got the ultimate lineup of beauty gifts that will make her day (and then some).

From luxurious skincare must-haves to glam makeup picks and an IPSY beauty subscription that keeps the surprises coming for months, these gifts are guaranteed to put a smile on her face. And because we love making life easy, you can shop them all in the IPSY Shop—where exclusive, members-only access gets you everyday beauty steals starting at just $6. Bonus: Free shipping on orders $10+ in the contiguous U.S. Now, let’s get to the good stuff!

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The Best Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts for Every Mom in Your Life

1. The Gift That Keeps on Giving: An IPSY Subscription

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Struggling to find the perfect present? IPSY’s Glam Bag and BoxyCharm subscription gifts have entered the chat, and gift-giving will never be the same. No more stressing over what she’ll love—IPSY curates beauty products based on her unique preferences. Waited until the last minute? No worries, you can send a subscription in minutes. Plus, she’ll receive 3, 6, or 12 months of beauty surprises, so you win the best-gift-giver award all year long.

Why She’ll Love It: A personalized beauty experience delivered straight to her door, filled with must-have products tailored to her taste.

2. A Luxe Fragrance Moment: AVANT SKINCARE Pure Emerald Eau de Parfum 

02 mothers-day-beauty-gifts AVANT SKINCARE Pure Emerald Eau de Parfum

One spritz of Pure Emerald, and she’ll be transported to her happy place—whether that’s a lush garden oasis or a sun-soaked beach with a cotton candy sky. This fragrance blends nature and luxury, making it the perfect scent for the mom who loves a touch of elegance.

Why She’ll Love It: It’s a dreamy, long-lasting scent that feels like an instant escape.

3. The Radiance-Boosting Power Pair: ICONIC LONDON Name a Better Duo

03 mothers-day-beauty-gifts ICONIC LONDON Name a Better Duo

Every mom deserves to glow, and this ICONIC LONDON set has everything she needs to do just that. The Prep-Set-Glow Original delivers the perfect dewy finish, while the Triple Threat Mascara adds instant drama to her lashes. Whether she’s a beauty pro or a newbie, this set is guaranteed to become a staple.

Why She’ll Love It: A dewy, radiant finish + bold, voluminous lashes = instant confidence.

4. The Foundation of a Flawless Look: HOURGLASS COSMETICS Ambient Soft Glow Foundation

04 mothers-day-beauty-gifts HOURGLASS COSMETICS Ambient Soft Glow Foundation Shade

If she loves a lit-from-within glow, this weightless, buildable foundation is her new go-to. Packed with light-diffusing pigments and blurring spheres, it creates a naturally flawless finish that lasts all day.

Why She’ll Love It: Medium, buildable coverage that enhances (not hides) her natural beauty.

5. Pro-Aging, but Make It Luxe: DR. BRANDT SKINCARE Do Not Age Time Defying Cream

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Yes, the name is cheeky, but at IPSY, we celebrate beauty at every age. This rich, ultra-hydrating cream helps support skin’s natural firmness and smoothness—because feeling good in your skin is always in style.

Why She’ll Love It: Deep hydration + skin-plumping goodness = a fresh, radiant glow at any age.

6. The Skin-Saver: MURAD Cellular Hydration Repair Mask

06 mothers-day-beauty-gifts MURAD Cellular Hydration Repair Mask

Has she overdone it on retinol or active ingredients? This overnight repair mask is a skin-soothing savior, packed with bilberry seed oil, hibiscus extract, and antioxidant-rich willow to calm irritation and restore hydration while she sleeps.

Why She’ll Love It: Wakes up with soft, hydrated, and happy skin.

7. The Secret to Radiant Skin: BYROE Beet Glow Boosting Serum

07 mothers-day-beauty-gifts BYROE Beet Glow Boosting Serum

Dull skin? Not on our watch. This PHA-powered serum gently exfoliates while beet and panthenol work to calm and hydrate, leaving her complexion smooth, fresh, and glowy—without the irritation.

Why She’ll Love It: A gentle glow-up in a bottle.

8. The Effortless Hair Hack: LIVING PROOF Style Lab® Air-Dry Styler

08 mothers-day-beauty-gifts LIVING PROOF Style Lab® Air-Dry Styler

If “air-drying” usually means “frizzy mess,” this lightweight styling cream changes the game. It enhances natural texture, tames frizz, and speeds up air-drying time—all with zero crunch.

Why She’ll Love It: Perfect for busy mornings when she wants effortless, polished hair.

9. The Blooming Beauty Set: Rosy Radiance Set

09 mothers-day-beauty-gifts Rosy Radiance Set

A glowing, rose-inspired beauty set that delivers plush lips, radiant eyes, and soft, exfoliated skin? Yes, please! This set features:

  • LAURA MERCIER RoseGlow Caviar Stick Eye Shadow in Bed of Roses: This shimmering plum rose eyeshadow stick delivers effortless application, buildable color, and up to 12-hour long-lasting wear.

  • LAWLESS Forget The Filler Lip Plumping Line Smoothing Gloss in Velvet: Forget the filler—this lip-plumping treatment helps deliver juicy, plump lips in just a few swipes.

  • AMINNAH Rose Quartz Sugar Scrub: With a bright, citrusy twist on a classic rose scent, this sugar scrub will have her feeling fresh and smooth after every use.

  • NICOLE MILLER Lueur De La Ville 3-pc Gift Set: Ignite her inner dance floor muse with this scent that features captivating notes of red berries, jasmine, vanilla, and musk amber.

  • IPSY Floral Fit All Bag: You’re looking at the chicest way to store her favorite beauty products and accessories.

Why She’ll Love It: A self-care moment wrapped in rose-scented beauty goodness.

10. The Sun-Kissed Luxe Set: Golden Hour Glow Set

10 mothers-day-beauty-gifts Golden Hour Glow Set

For the mom who’s all about that sun-kissed, radiant look, this set has everything she needs to glow year-round:

  • GLO24K Timeless 24k AntiAging Gold Mask: This anti-aging mask is formulated to help boost, nourish, and recharge the skin for a glowing, radiant appearance.

  • ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm: There’s truly no better feeling than washing all the makeup and grime off your skin at the end of the day—and this cleansing balm helps get rid of it all, leaving skin feeling petal-soft.

  • KEVYN AUCOIN The Contour Eyeshadow Palette in Deep: This palette includes six highly pigmented, buildable, and blendable eyeshadows for natural and dramatic finishes.

  • KEVYN AUCOIN Glass Glow Face in Solar Quartz: Get gorgeously glowy skin with this highly coveted, universal, multipurpose golden gloss highlighter.

  • OLAPLEX Volumizing Blow Dry Mist: This volumizing blow dry mist is infused with patented OLAPLEX Bond Building Technology™ to help provide lasting body and bounce and also help protect hair from heat damage, leaving it visibly soft and shiny.

Why She’ll Love It: A full routine for that sunlit, lit-from-within glow.

11. For the Busy Glam Mom: Glam Mama Set

11 mothers-day-beauty-gifts Glam Mama Set

If she loves beauty but is short on time, this quick-glam set is packed with long-wear, high-impact essentials:

  • BEAUTY CREATIONS COSMETICS EvetteXO Eyes on Me Shadow Palette: A 16-shade warm-toned palette for effortless looks.

  • BENEFIT COSMETICS Plushtint in Cream Puff: This true red lip tint has a plush-matte finish and soft-focus blurring effect to make your pout look smooth and velvety.

  • CHICA BEAUTY Liquid Highlighter in Rose Glow: Turn up the radiance with this glow-getting liquid highlighter that delivers a luminous and delicate blush pink finish.

  • CIATÉ LONDON Everyday Vacay Hydrating Face Primer: Help her skin feel like it’s on a permanent vacation with this conditioning, hydrating, and soothing primer.

  • JAZMINE BEAUTY Brow Boss Brow Styling Wax: This styling wax is easy to apply and keeps brows lifted, tamed, and sculpted without feeling stiff or flaking off.

  • SHADES BY SHAN Brush Set Collection: With super-soft synthetic bristles and labeled tools, this set makes achieving flawless eye looks easier than ever.

Why She’ll Love It: A full-face look in minutes, no extra effort required.

Find the Perfect Beauty Gift for Mother’s Day in the IPSY Shop

From luxurious skincare to glow-boosting makeup to frizz-free hair must-haves, these Mother’s Day beauty gifts are all about making her feel as special as she is. Shop them all plus so much more in the IPSY Shop—where everyday beauty starts at just $6.

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