If you ask any woman about where she learned some of her best beauty tips, there’s a good chance she will say she learned them from her mother. I know I did. While my mom always took a pretty minimalist approach to makeup, she was steadfast in her commitment to good skin. When I was a young teen and would oil myself up and spend hours laying in the summer sun, she would run out and make me lather on a thick layer of sunscreen instead. Then, all I wanted was a glowy tan, but now, I am so thankful for all the lessons she has taught me about the importance of taking good care of your skin.
These days, I know exactly what to get my mom for Mother’s Day each year — a beauty product that she would never splurge on for herself. Here are a few of my favorite items that any mom would love to receive.
A Peptide Serum
If your mom hasn't added a serum into her skin care routine yet, this one will show her how beneficial serums can be. It's full of ingredients that combat aging and leaves skin feeling silky-smooth.
Peptide Renewal Serum, $45 at Mario Badescu
A Quality Bronzer
I love this Aussie brand. Their products are vegan, cruelty-free, organic and great for sensitive skin. This bronzer will give your mom a great, sun-kissed glow without covering her face in glitter or giving her the dreaded orange tint that so many bronzers are known for.
Bronzer, $49 at Inika Organic
A Deep Hydrating Cream
I got this for my mom's birthday last month, and she hasn't stopped raving about it since. Like me, she has dry skin and she uses this at night when she needs deep hydration.
The Water Cream, $68 at Tatcha
A Jade Roller
This is one of my favorite beauty tools because it's fun and relaxing to use. This ancient Chinese tool decreases puffiness by helping drain your lymphatic system. Simply roll it across your face for a few minutes after you apply your serum. I prefer to keep mine in the fridge because I like the feel of the cool stone on my face. This jade roller is like giving your mom a beauty tool and a mini-massage.
Jade roller, $25 at Goddess Provisions
An Overnight Treatment
This antiaging treatment is loaded with probiotics. Yes, the same thing that's great for gut health is great for your face. A thin layer applied at night will give your mom the softest skin imaginable in the morning.
Overnight Skin Rescue Treatment, $85 at Tula
An Eye Serum
A good eye cream is essential, but unfortunately, it's a step a lot of moms skip. If antiaging is your mom's No. 1 priority, she needs this serum. It lifts, firms and smoothes fine lines around the eye area.
Eye Corrector Serum, $40 at Skinn
A Facial Oil
I used to be so skeptical of facial oils. I was convinced they would wreak havoc on my face, but I couldn't have been more wrong. If your mom doesn't have a lot of time for multiple products in the morning, a nutrient-rich facial oil might be her new favorite product.
Botanical Radiance Oil, $105 at Amorepacific
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