These 10 Last-Minute Mother's Day Gifts on Sale Will Arrive in Time to Make Her Day
It's not too late to find a meaningful gift she'll truly treasure.
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Good Housekeeping editors know what makes a great gift, and that finding the perfect gift — and staying in budget — is hard work. That’s why we’re bringing you the very best deals on editor- and reader-loved gifts every week leading up to Mother's Day. We have you covered, whether you need a self-care gift for the busy mom or a unique find that’ll wow even the pickiest giftee, all at impressive discounts for ultimate savings.
Friendly reminder: Mother's Day is coming up quickly on Sunday, May 11, so we recommend acting fast to ensure your gift arrives on time — especially if you want to avoid splurging for express shipping. Still feeling totally stumped on what to get her? We rounded up 10 last-minute Mother's Day gifts we think she'll love, and they all happen to be on sale.
Conveniently, Amazon's Summer Beauty Event is happening now through May 11, so you can save on plenty of editor-loved items like a GH Beauty Award-winning hair tool and our experts' top under-eye patches for travel. Plus, score a pair of Oprah-approved headphones for their lowest price since Black Friday.
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Who it's for: The jet-setting mom
Why we like it: Every time I have a long-haul flight ahead of me, I make sure to slip a pack of these under-eye patches into my carry-on. They're formulated with hyaluronic acid and aloe that makes my tired eyes feel refreshed, and the gold foil packaging is so luxurious. Plus, they made our list of the best under-eye patches.
Colors available: 2
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Who it's for: The tech-obsessed mom
Why we like it: Help her stay connected on the go with our experts' top-tested Apple watch, on sale now for its lowest price since Black Friday. This budget-friendly model is packed with features, from heart rate and sleep monitors.
Sizes available: 2 | Colors available: 5
Who it's for: The trendy mom
Why we like it: A celebrity and GH editor favorite, Kendra Scott necklaces remain one of the most sought-after gifts for their delicate chains and variety of colorful stones. This hexagonal pendant is great for layering, thanks to its dainty size. Plus, it comes in dozens of different colors to suit her style.
Colors available: 20+
Who it's for: The home chef
Why we like it: As our experts' best overall indoor herb garden pick, this model impressed our testers with its ability to grow herbs and lettuce so quickly, they needed to be harvested every few days. What's more, its compact size doesn't take up too much counter space in your kitchen.
Sizes available: 2 | Colors available: 4
Who it's for: The makeup maven
Why we like it: Laura Geller is a popular makeup brand thanks to its luminous formulas that are created with mature skin in mind. This baked blush has a satin finish that gives skin a subtle glow, and the brand says it's infused with skincare ingredients like white tea extract and antioxidants.
Sizes available: 2 | Colors available: 18
Who it's for: The pampered mom
Why we like it: Treat mom to an at-home pedicure experience with our experts' best value foot spa pick. Our Beauty Lab pros found it simple to use and clean, and it's equipped with a toe-touch button that activates relaxing vibrations. Note that this model does not heat water by itself, so you'll need to fill it with hot water.
Who it's for: The stressed mom
Why we like it: Help her unwind with a sophisticated scented candle. This Earl Grey and Bitters pick from Apotheke is my mom's personal favorite; she says its tea-inspired scent is comforting and doesn't give her a headache. Not to mention, its minimalist packaging complements most decor styles.
Who it's for: The style icon
Why we like it: JW Pei's stylish, affordable purses have been carried by the likes of Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong’o and Kyle Richards. This structured shoulder bag has a faux crocodile texture that adds visual interest to any outfit. Plus, it has two interior compartments and a zippered pocket to keep her organized.
Colors available: 1
Who it's for: The mom who loves a good hair day
Why we like it: Help her achieve salon-style blowouts at home with this GH Beauty Award-winning hair tool. In our Beauty Lab evaluations, 100% of testers found that it combed through hair easily and styled hair quickly, including thick and curly textures. “I was surprised by how fast my hair went from wet to dry,” said a user.
Who it's for: The music lover
Why we like it: A pair of headphones so chic, they made Oprah's Favorite Things list. This over-the-ear model from Beats' collaboration with Kim Kardashian come in a range of neutral tones, and they boast plenty of premium features like active noise cancellation and spatial audio that tracks head movements for immersive sound. At over 50% off, they're at their lowest price since Black Friday.
Colors available: 7
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Lauren Gruber is a shopping editor at Hearst Magazines with more than five years of professional writing experience. She specializes in fragrance, beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content for Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Good Housekeeping, Esquire, and more. Before her time at Hearst, Lauren graduated from New York University and wrote for Shop TODAY, Entertainment Tonight, Self, V Magazine, L’Officiel, and more. When she’s not researching Prime Day deals or testing the latest perfume launches, you can find Lauren hanging out with her cat Serafina or flexing her AMC A-List membership at the movie theater.
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