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25 R&R Essentials Mom Needs in Her Life

If anyone deserves some R&R, it’s Mom. Whether she’s killing it at her corporate job or caring for kids at home (and away!), she’s running around 24/7 – and it’s up to us to help her stop and smell the roses (and rose-scented aromatherapy candles). Let Mom sit back, relax and treat herself! These R&R essentials are just what the doctor ordered.

UNDER $25

Chocolate Seashells, $8.95 at Stonewall Kitchen

There are few things in life as indulgent as chocolate, which means it’s a must-have for any R&R session. We’re obsessed with these seashell-inspired chocolates, which taste as good as they look! Trust us – we’ve tried them!

Vouchers for Mom, $8.95 at Paper Source

Mom shouldn’t have to ask for peace and quiet or special treatment (she should get all of that already), but let’s be honest: life doesn’t always work the way it should. So give your mom a guarantee; this book of 20 vouchers covers everything from No Complaints Day to Family Togetherness. Let her redeem them anywhere, anytime!

Tocca Beauty Florence Soap, $12 at Catbird

Nothing says relaxation quite like a high-quality soap, and this one from Tocca Beauty certainly takes the cake. It hydrates and repairs thanks to key ingredients like blue-green algae extract, kukui nut oil and vitamin E. Plus, it’s scented with bergamot and gardenia, so Mom will feel fresh as a daisy (or more likely, a gardenia) after a long bath.

Home Is Where Your Mom Is Tea, $14.95 at Paper Source

This tea totally speaks for itself. Besides the obvious Mom name-dropping, the raspberry rose hibiscus tea is the perfect pick for a relaxing night in or a sweet start to Mom’s morning!

Sephora Collection In Flight Beauty Sleep Kit, $18 at Sephora

We’ve found the perfect present for jet-set moms! Help her get her beauty sleep on the road (or in the air) with the go-to set; it’s a cute ‘Bon Voyage’ travel pouch filled with a contoured sleep mask, ear buds, footies, no-pull hair ties, and a luggage tag. Très chic.

Raspberry Peach Tea Gift, $19.95 at Stonewall Kitchen

Three words: Raspberry. Peach. Champagne. Now imagine all of those in a single jam, paired with delicious morning toast and raspberry peach tea on the side. Boom – you’ve just given Mom the perfect morning.

Shea Butter Comforting Set, $23 at L’Occitane

Give your mom a head-to-toe gift – this shea butter comforting set from L’Occitane covers all the bases! It comes with Cleansing Oil, Gentle Toner, Shea Butter Light Comforting Cream, Foot Cream and Vanilla Hand Cream for fresh, moisturized skin. It’s a must-have soothing set!

UNDER $50

Sugarfina ‘Sugar Mama’ Candy Gift Set, $25 at Nordstrom

Too cute for words! These sweet tooth-satisfying confections from Sugarfina are the perfect mom-themed candies for Mother’s Day. You can’t go wrong with Mama and Baby Bears, Peach Sweethearts and Spicy Chili Ginger Heart Candies.

Lucia Votive Candle Set, $26.95 at Paper Source

Nothing sets the mood for a relaxing night in quite like scented candles – hello, mood lighting! This set of four organic soy candles come in lindseed flower and goat milk, laurel leave and olive, tea leaf and honey flower and fresh fig and wild ginger. We’re obsessed!

Box of Chocolate Soaps, $28 at Uncommon Goods

To the chocolate-lover, these handmade soaps are simply everything. Which would you want most: Amber Chocolate, Chocolate Bar, Fudge Brownie or Raspberry Drizzle? Let Mom find out her favorites for herself – gift her this set of four for the sweetest gift there ever was!

Pure Focus Glass Water Bottle, $28 at Lululemon Athletica

For the yoga-loving, athletic mom on the go, this dreamy dishwasher safe water bottle is the way to go. We love the sky theme and motivational phrases; just what Mom needs to power through that weekend workout!

12 pc. Ultimate Dessert Truffles Gift Box, $30 at Godiva

Welcome to true indulgence. These dessert-themed truffles are to-die-for! With selections like Chocolate Éclair, Crème Brûlée, Red Velvet and Strawberry Crème Tarte, we’re not even sure Mom would share (we couldn’t blame her if she didn’t!).

Ultimate Bathtub Caddy, $39.99 at Sharper Image

Bubble baths will never be the same! This has everything any mom could ever need for a relaxing soak to shake off all the stress of the day. Don’t believe us? Allow the wine glass holder, candleholder, mirror and removable reading rack to convince you.

Cherry Blossom Duo, $47 at L’Occitane

The fragrant scent alone of this L’Occitane duo is enough to get Mom smiling on Mother’s Day! The cherry blossom Body Milk and Shower Gel are oh-so-indulgent – so let her treat herself!

Tea Forté Skin-Smart Gift Set, $48 at Tea Forté

These antioxidant amplifier teas are just what every mom needs to keep her skin glowingly gorgeous. The restorative teas come with custom teaware, including a ceramic SoHo cup and glass tea tray. Plus, the flavors are delicious – we’re talking Cucumber Mint, Cherry Marzipan, Lychee Coconut and more.

Charvi Cropped Sleeping Pants, $49.50 at Anthropologie

No R&R sesh is complete without the perfect pair of cozy pajama pants, and we’re falling in love with this boho paisley pair from Anthropologie. They’re super soft and super chic. Honestly, if we were Mom, we’d never take them off!

UNDER $100

philosophy Amazing Grace Layering Gift Set, $55 at Sephora

For an $83 value, this $55 Sephora gift set will keep Mom and our wallets happy this Mother’s Day. Fresh and floral with notes of bergamot, muguet blossoms and musk, this trio of fragrance, shower gel and whipped body cream is sensational. We love the emphasis on grace – Mom totally will too!

Paraffin Bath Treatment, $59.50 at Sharper Image

Make every night mani/pedi night for Mom! Paraffin bath treatments have long been used for joint pain and arthritis, but they also work wonders by softening the skin on your hands and feet; that’s why moms will be obsessed with this at-home spa present!

La Vie Boheme Yoga Bahar Yoga Mat, $83 at Shopbop

Namaste! Make Mom’s meditation time much more memorable. She’ll love this beautiful printed yoga mat (complete with Rumi quote)!

Shiatsu Foot Massager, $89.99 at Sharper Image

We have just one word for you: YES. Foot massages are always a yes.

Miyuki Kimono Robe, $98 at Anthropologie

Clothes are overrated. If you could walk around in a luxurious robe all day, wouldn’t you? Sure, Mom might not have that kind of free time on her hands – she’s too busy taking care of you – but that means she deserves to slip into something especially pretty and comfy when she’s off-duty. This gorgeous printed kimono does the trick!

Beach Tent, $99 at West Elm

Summer is finally right around the corner – treat your mom to the best beach days ever! (We don’t know about you, but we totally plan on joining.) This lightweight fold-up beach tent is easy to carry, plus it’s beyond cute.

OVER $100

Dakota Slippers in Tabacco, $100 at UGG Australia

You know you’re already obsessed with these slippers, so spread the love and let Mom try them on for size. These suede slippers have leather-lace detailing and rubber soles for comfort and traction, and they basically make you feel like you’re walking on clouds. Must-have? 100 percent.

Eberjey Gjsele PJ Set in Chalk, $110 at Shopbop

Every mom deserves a quality pair of comfy pajamas, and this spring-y set is the perfect pick! Our favorite detail: the “Love You” embroidered onto the front pocket. Send a not-so-subtle message – trust us, she’ll appreciate the reminder.

Clarisonic Mia2 Faded Rose Youth Renewal Moisture Cleanse Kit, $149 at Sephora

They say pain is beautiful, but there’s nothing painful about this hydrating, skin-renewing system from Clarisonic. The Mia2 set has everything Mom needs to give her skin an even healthier glow, so get gifting!

 

Kate is the Associate Editor of Her Campus. Before joining the staff full-time, Kate was the Campus Correspondent for the HC Skidmore College chapter as well as an editorial intern, Love editor, and national contributing writer for HC. In addition to her work with Her Campus, Kate has been a Sex & Love stringer and digital editorial intern for WomensHealthMag.com and an Inner Circle Trendspotter for MTV. Kate graduated from Skidmore College summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Arts in English and French. In her spare time, Kate is usually spotted writing fiction, playing tennis, reading pop culture blogs until her eyes hurt, baking cookies, or dreaming up her next travel adventure.