Mother’s Day is just around the corner and, if you’re anything like me, finding the perfect gift for your mum can sometimes feel like a bit of a mission. After all, how do you possibly show appreciation for the woman who’s been there through thick and thin and, while she’s on this earth, always will be? Whether your mum loves a luxurious pamper moment, a beautiful fragrance, a sentimental piece of jewellery or an experience that she’ll never forget, I’ve pulled together a comprehensive Mother’s Day gift guide filled with ideas she’ll genuinely treasure. Much of this is inspired by what my own mum (and the mums around me) truly love and I hope it helps you find something just right for yours too. Here is my Mothers Day gift guidem full of Mother's day gift ideas.
✨ Mother’s Day 2026 dates
UK: Sunday 15th March
US: Sunday 10th May
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Before we dive in, something my late nanna always taught me: while it’s lovely to mark occasions like Mother’s Day with gifts, what matters most is the effort to stay connected all year round. My mum will always say she doesn’t need presents because my brother and I are the gift. The phone calls, the time together, the shared moments… those matter more than anything money can buy.
So I see this guide as a little extra, something to sit alongside all the love you already share 🤍
Let’s start with indulgent beauty and self-care treats, because who doesn’t love a bit of pampering?
Jo Malone London is always a fail-safe choice. Their colognes and candles feel timeless and special: think Peony & Blush Suede or the fresh elegance of English Pear & Freesia. I especially adore Jo Malone limited editions, and the Ginger Biscuit Cologne is absolutely beautiful, rich, warm and grown-up. It may have been introduced for Christmas but I would wear it on any night out and it has 20% off right now!
Another long-standing favourite is Molton Brown. Their Delicious Rhubarb & Rose range works just as beautifully as a shower gel, diffuser or hand care set and is ideal if fragrance is more your mum’s thing than skincare.
If skincare is where her heart lies, there are so many wonderful options across all budgets. Caudalie is a firm favourite in our house — my mum swears by their Firming Night Cream and Cashmere Cream. She also loves Kate Somerville ExfoliKate, a cult classic, and the Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine range, which never fails to impress.
More current favourites include:
Clinique Moisture Surge (Clinique has been in our family for generations)
Garnier face masks for a soothing self-care night in
Recently, my mum treated herself to the Gallinée Essentials Set after reading my blog on Gallinée, and I was so happy about that. Their pro- and pre-biotic formulas are wonderful for sensitive or compromised skin and make such a thoughtful gift.
If you’re after iconic, little pot of wonder type skincare, I can wholeheartedly recommend:
Shiseido Essential Energy Hydrating Cream
Elizabeth Arden Ceramide CapsulesL’Oréal Revitalift Filler Water Cream
Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream
Elemis Pro Collagen Ultra Rich Cream
Erborian my mum is high on this night oil serum right now
Yepoda and after cleansing she loves the Yepoda Porefect Toner Pad
Skincare Essentials She’ll Use Every Day
One thing my brother and I have finally convinced my mum of is that SPF isn’t optional, it’s essential and treating her to SPF for mothers day is a great idea. She now rotates between:
An SPF favourites hamper is actually a brilliant (and underrated) Mother’s Day gift.
For cleansing, the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm is my forever go-to, this is my mum and my favourites along with:
Haircare Gifts That Feel Like a Salon Treat
If your mum is more into hair than skincare, luxe haircare is such a win.
Aveda Botanicals is perfect for mums who love natural formulas and my mum loves the hair mask. My nanna adored their Cherry Almond range and the delicate and fruity scent will forever remind me of her love.
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Other brilliant options include:
Philip Kingsley Elasticizer (an absolute hydration hero)
Kérastase Nutritive a must for dry hairRedken Acidic Bonding Concentrate for colour-treated strands
GHD Hair Protection a must for styling with heat
Living Proof Dry Volume and Texture Spray is lovely when your mum wants a bit of volume
Dyson Hair Products I recently came across this range of products to compliment their styler and wowza, they're epic, particularly the Leave in conditioning spray
K18 Leave in Molecular Hair Mask My mum adores the silky smoothness that this product gives her.
Olaplex Shampoo and Conditioner Set This range of products is fabulous and the restorative and gentle shampoo and conditioner are suitable for regular use and for any hair conditioner. Always one to have in stock.
Imagine putting together a bumper hair hamper of new hair treats for your mum to try.
The Best Mother’s Day Beauty Gift Sets
If you want maximum impact with minimal effort, beauty gift sets are unbeatable:
Elemis double the clean skincare set makes a perfect inexpensive gift. (The Plump it up containing Rose Icons is another fave of mine)
L'Occitane Rose Fragrance Collection Gift Set is pure nostalgia for me
Clinique Routine Classics Trio the very best Clinique heroes set
Rituals of Ayurveda Gift Set is both stunning and incredible value
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour sets (my mum’s ultimate favourite)
The White Company Seychelles Gift Set another of my mum's absolute favourites
Drunk Elephant The Littles currently on offer so great value and super high end treatment
Sol de Janeiro Jet Sets show me a better funky gift set than these little angels, I adore them and so good for holidays.
Beauty Pie Beauty Icons Kit, a brand I adore so much and one that you can get discounted prices when signing up for membership
This Works Soak and Shower Bundle enriched with the most beautiful scents to prepare your body for calm before bed.
NEOM Perfect Night’s Sleep Collection, just the dreamiest sleep products to guarantee a wonderful relaxing night's sleep ever when your head hits the pillow
Skin Rocks Beginner Routine curated skincare done properly
Fragrance: A Timeless Mother’s Day Gift
A beautiful fragrance is always personal and endlessly wearable.
Jo Malone London — English Pear & Freesia never fails to please
Diptyque — Eau Duelle is one of my favourites
Creed Carmina for something bold
Floral Street (eco-friendly and gorgeous) and the enchanted masquerade for Bridgerton is perfect for so many mums
Elizabeth Arden White Tea, mum mum keeps this together with an Elizabeth Arden White Tea body cream in her bathroom, both of which I use when I'm home, home and I adore them.
Penhaligon’s or Acqua di Parma for timeless elegance should you really wish to push the boat out
Jewellery: Keepsakes She’ll Treasure Forever
For sentimental mums, jewellery always feels special.
Monica Vinader is a favourite of mine, take a look at this heart bracelet which would make the most adorable gift. Their heart necklaces are also beautiful keepsakes.
For something a little more playful:
Oliver Bonas (Green Drop Earrings, opal and pearl ring)Anthropologie Mini Bubble Letter Necklace
Make-Up She’ll Actually Love Using
Make-up gifts that work for real life are always appreciated:
Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base - if I asked my mum which make up product is her favourite of all times, she would say this, she absolutely adores it.
No7 Pro Artist Palettes - superb value and loved by mums all over
Experiences She’ll Never Forget
Sometimes the best gifts aren’t things at all:
Theatre tickets
Spa days
Afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason or Harrods
Bloom & Wild flower subscriptions
A beautifully curated hamper of her favourites or what about a pre made one from Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason (mum still adores the basket she got with hers and has it on display), White Company or a Daylesford Organic Hamper, there are so many to choose from and one for every taste.
Tech, Fitness & Wellness Gifts
For active or health-loving mums:
Wellness favourites:
JSHealth supplements — magnesium is a great place to start
Final Thoughts
Whether your mum loves something practical, indulgent or deeply sentimental, the most important thing is that it comes from the heart. Wrap it beautifully, add a handwritten card, and spend some quality time together — that’s what Mother’s Day is really about.
Happy Mother’s Day 🤍
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