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It’s time for that last-minute rush! Mother’s Day is right around the corner (FYI, this Sunday, May 10th in case anyone needed the reminder) and if you’re still looking for a last-minute gift, then you can’t go wrong with cosmetics. Many mothers love using products that make them feel confident and even more beautiful whether that’s a new matte lipstick or a skincare infused foundation. You might even know they have a favorite product they’re always using so you can give that a restock to show you notice the small things.
Now, there’s no doubt that beauty products can be expensive, which is why we’ve rounded up a list of those under $50 that you can get for that special mother in your life — whether for your mom, a grandmother or someone who serves as that figure.
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Keep on reading to see some of our favorite picks that will spoil your mother and she’ll be able to stash in her makeup bag for future use.
Amazon
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Raw Sugar The Moisture Smoothie Bundle
For the mothers who love to prioritize hair care, then this moisture bundle from Raw Sugar is the way to go. The set includes a shampoo, conditioner and hair mask formulated with coconut and agave designed to hydrate, soothe and moisturize strands. It’ll also leave their hair shiny and looking like they just received a treatment at the salon after each use. The best part? It’s only $32 for the bundle and it’s essentially a 3-in-1 gift all moms will love.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Mineral Fusion So Classy Volumizing & Lengthening Mascara
Mineral Fusion’s So Classy Mascara promises to deliver the kind of lashes that can only be described as lush and dramatic. It’s sensitive skin-friendly with its gentle, hypoallergenic formula. Plus, its hourglass applicator was made for easy use and buildable volume and length.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Grace & Stella Energizing Under Eye Mask
Over 40,000 of these energizing Grace & Stella eye masks were purchased on Amazon in the last month alone, making it a clear top choice for many skincare enthusiasts looking for brighter under-eyes. Even celeb moms like Jessica Alba have been spotted using these cult-fave eye masks! They’re described as being “like an energy drink for your eyes,” and were made to help brighten, rejuvenate, hydrate, and decrease the look of puffiness and dark circles.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar Gift Set
In case you weren’t already aware, Bath & Body Works officially joined Amazon earlier this year, which is especially great for anyone looking to score last-minute Mother’s Day gifts. In fact, we found this gift set featuring four body care faves in the best-selling Warm Sugar & Vanilla fragrance. It also comes in A Thousand Wishes, Champagne Toast, and Japanese Cherry Blossom.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Neutrogena Makeup Remover Wipes
Putting together a self-care package for mom this Mother’s Day? Consider throwing in a pack of these handy makeup removing wipes from Neutrogena. These cult-fave towelettes are ultra-soft and gentle on the skin and are said to wipe away up to 99% of makeup with ease.
Sephora
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Tower 28 Beauty SOS Hypochlorous Acid Spray Duo Skincare Set
Skincare is a priority for many mothers especially as they age so a skincare set is a gift many will appreciate. This spray is formulated with hypochlorous acid which is designed to protect the skin from natural bacteria, reduce redness and soothe the skin — it’s ideal for use after a workout or a busy day of errands. A little spritz goes a long way and it’s suitable for different skin types.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Hourglass Cosmetics Vanish Airbrush Concealer
There’s no such thing as having too many concealers to help hide those blemishes and conceal those dark circles. This airbrush concealer delivers a natural full coverage finish with its weightless formula that doesn’t crease or clog pores. It’s available in 32 shades suitable for nearly all complexions and is also waterproof so it’ll stay in place regardless of sweat and happy tears.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
LYS Beauty Higher Standard Cream and Powder Multidimensional Blush Duo
Rosy cheeks are trending these days and this multidimensional blush duo compact is perfect for mothers who want a natural looking rouge. Not only will it make cheeks red, but simultaneously provides skincare benefits with its packed ingredient list featuring green tea extract and niacinamide to soothe and replenish skin and minimize the appearance of pores. It’s available in five shades from soft magenta pink to rich terracotta rose.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Tatcha Mini The Milky Sunscreen
SPF is the key to keeping skin healthy, youthful and protected to the sun. This milky sunscreen boasts SPF 50+ and doesn’t leave a white cast — it goes on sheer and dries quickly. Unlike traditional SPF, this sunscreen has skincare ingredients vitamin E and okinawa aloe that support hydration at a cellular level and moisturizes the skin. It can be worn underneath makeup or on its own before an early morning flight for extra sun protection.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Huda Beauty Easy Bake Blurring Loose Baking & Setting Powder
If the mother figure in your life looks up beauty recs on TikTok, chances are, Huda Beauty’s Easy Bake setting powder has come across her feed. With over 14,000 reviews from shoppers, many of which claim it’s so worth the hype, it’s basically a makeup bag essential for beauty enthusiasts this this point. There are several shades to choose from, including the newly released Matcha Milk Cake above.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Sol de Janeiro Rosa Charmosa™ Dewy Body Cream
When it comes to beauty gifts, you really can’t go wrong with Sol de Janeiro. Not only do their products smell good, their body creams do wonders at making your skin feel so smooth and hydrated. One product that should be at the top of your to-buy list this Mother’s Day is their Rosa Charmosa Dewy Body Cream. Available only at Sephora, it features crystal peptides for luminosity and soothing rosewater. Plus, its fragrance notes include pink rose, passionfruit, and honey caramel.
Ulta
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Rare Beauty Essential Neutrals Eyeshadow Palette
This Ulta-exclusive eyeshadow palette comes from none other than Selena Gomez herself. The Rare Beauty Essential Neutrals Eyeshadow Palette is a great everyday neutral that comes in eight shades. There’s a mix of matte and metallics that she can play with to create a seemingly endless amount of looks.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
ILIA Beauty Overglaze Hydrating Lip Gloss
Give your mother another lip gloss to add to her collection but this time it’ll be one that’s dermatologist tested and vegan. This lip gloss has a smooth, gel-like texture that effortlessly glides onto the lips and leaves them with a cushiony, pigmented coating. It’s available in 12 pink, red and nude shades formulated to lock in moisture and soothe the lips.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
TOCCA Sublime Fragrance Layering Set
Many moms have a signature perfume or scent that lets you know they’ve entered a room. Gift them another option to choose from like this fragrance layering set from TOCCA. It includes four of the brands top Eau de Parfums (Florence, Stella, Cleopatra and Giulietta) which will leave them with notes of bergamot, blood orange, grapefruit and pink tulips. The scent will last them all day whether placed on the wrist, neck or behind the ears. In addition to Ulta, you can also find this at TOCCA’s online store.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
e.l.f. Cosmetics Ultra Precise Brow Pencil
Thanks to e.l.f., you really don’t need to spend a ton of money on a gift she’ll actually like and use. In fact, the brand has all kinds of cult-fave products for less than $10, including this brow pencil that shoppers compare to pricier brands. There are four shades to choose from.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
MAC Cosmetics Lipglass Cushion High-Pigment Lip Oil
Lip oil is similar to lip gloss and will leave lips with a more shiny finish. This lip oil adds a shine and hydrates for up to 72 hours with a single swipe. The color payoff is more subtle, but it effortlessly delivers on high shine and hydration. Find it in 12 shades from light nudes to dark browns suitable for various complexions.
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
Essie Gel Couture Liquid Diamonds
This stunning nail polish by Essie will give her a gel-like manicure in just two steps. The color Drip Drip is a great everyday shade that’s described as a sheer neutral white with a pearlescent glitter finish. So pretty!
Best Last-Minute Mother’s Day Beauty Gifts Under $50
About-Face Supporting Act Dewy Setting Spray
This spray from About-Face is both a setting spray and a serum. It features an ingredients list consisting of niacinamide and chestnut seed extracts to help give her a radiant glow. The hybrid serum spray can also work as a last-step in her makeup routine to give her a gorgeous dewy finish.