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Mother's Day Guide: What to ask for

  • 6 days ago
  • 3 min read

Happy Mother's Day to the women who do it all, they deserve to be spoiled today. And if you're a mom, this is me telling you to treat yourself! Whether you're shopping for your mom, grandma, mother-in-law, sister, or best friend, I've rounded up everything you need to make this day feel truly special. Add to your list, send to your partner, or save for future gift purchases!


xoxo, Nina

gift guides for her

finds your mom, grandma, MIL, sister, friend, etc. will love!



Below you'll find my handpicked picks in every category. I've personally shopped from all of these brands and stand behind every single recommendation. These are things I'd love to receive if I didn't already have them!


for the beauty lover

If your mom loves a good skincare or beauty splurge, this category is for her. These are the kinds of gifts that feel luxurious but also genuinely useful — the kind of thing she would never buy herself but absolutely deserves. From glow-boosting skincare sets to tools that make a real difference, these picks are crowd-pleasing and beautiful to give.


  • Medicube Wrapping Mask Collagen Overnight Peel Mask: Glass skin in a bottle, an overnight formula that leaves my skin glowy and hydrated in the morning. I use 1x a week & have seen noticeable changes in the elasticity of my skin! A perfect gift!

  • Elemis Cleansing Balm: This makeup removing balm blows all the others out of the water. The most luxurious smelling & feeling balm that removes everything (including waterproof mascara) so easily.

  • COSMEDIX Under Eye Serum: I'm usually skeptical about under eye products with large claims, but this medical grade serum has seriously changed the puffiness & darkness under my eyes. It's a splurge, but a little goes such a long way. I would love this as a gift.

  • Tarte Tubing Mascara: The best mascara to exist. Lengthens and makes lashes fuller without being looking clumpy. One coat for a more natural look or layer for glam. Tubing so comes right off with water, no harsh rubbing! I love the brown color too.

  • Salt & Stone Gift Set: The most luxurious smelling scent, anything from this line would make the perfect gift. Fresh sandalwood meets an earthy undertone creating the best smell. I've been stopped many times before wearing this scent!

for the sentimental

Some of the most meaningful gifts aren't the most expensive ones — they're the ones that show you were thinking of her specifically. Personalized gifts have a way of becoming treasured keepsakes, the kind that sit on her nightstand for years or get passed down. These are the gifts that make moms cry the happy kind of tears.



top gifts from the followers

I polled my you all for the BEST Mother's Day gift you've ever received or what's personally on your list. Here were the top answers:


  • Massage 

  • 24 hrs of alone time (decision free day)

  • Car detail 

  • Spa Day 

  • Breakfast in bed 

  • Show or concert tickets

  • Escape room

  • Family Gardening day

  • Anything Handmade (Letters, art, etc.)

  • A Nice Pair of PJ’s

  • Family Photos/Photoshoot 

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