2016 Mother's Day Must-Haves

This Mother's Day think outside the box and get your mom a gift she'll remember all year long

By The LifeMinute Team

April 28, 2016

Thinking about sending a card? This year, step up your Mother's Day game with the best, expert-approved gifts.

Smart Skincare

Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare addresses the top five signs of aging and is one of the first skincare lines in the country to include infared ray defense in their products. "The line also has a proprietary bio-copper complex that features advanced plant extracts, antioxidants, amino acids, and copper to activate your skin's natural anti aging defenses," says Denise Albert of The MOMS.

Go to HSN.com on April 28 and 29 for an exclusive kit for $74.95.

Aromatherapy, Anywhere

Want to turn a regular room into a spa retreat? Turn to aromatherapy GuruNanda for the finest oils and essential oil blends with top-notch ingredients that have all been sustainably grown. "I love this 'farm to shelf' harvesting and distilling by selected farms around the world," says Albert.

Each essential oil or blend comes with a professional-grade diffuser to disperse healing aromas into the air. "And as a bonus the diffuser also has an LED color changing light adding a beautiful visual element to the sensory experience," she adds.

It is available for $19.99 at WalMart. Find another option for $29.99 at Walgreens.

Fragrance Finds

You can never go wrong with the gift of a beautiful scent. "Give mom a gift that lasts all year with fragrance from Elizabeth Arden. Whether your mom is trendy or classic Elizabeth Arden has a scent to fit her personality. "I like to consider myself a hip, modern mom so I choose Elizabeth Arden Always Red," says Albert. This scent is described as a bright, luxurious fragrance with hints of red plum, florals, and a rich amber finish, for just $69.

If your mom is more into classic scents, try Elizabeth Arden signature fragrance Red Door. It has notes of rich, rare florals, sandalwood and honey, for just $55.

Find both scents at Elizabetharden.com.

Love In Bloom

What mom doesn't love flowers? This year check out Whole Trade Blooms from Whole Foods Market to ensure a sweet and responsible gift. " I love this for the planet and farm workers too," says Albert, who recommends looking for the exclusive Whole Trade logo. "Go this route for flowers that ensure better wages and working conditions for farm workers as well as fair prices for producers. It also supports community development programs such as homes for families and scholarships for children," she says.

$12.99 and under at Whole Foods Market.

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