Weekend Mode: Oh, Momma
Maybe it's for Mother's Day, maybe it's just for you!
Hello, Gorgeous!
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Let’s settle down and discuss the weekend.
This time around, gifts and treats that would make your momma happy in advance of Mother’s Day, or things you probably just want to treat yourself to.
Better skin in a flash
Remember Dermaflash? Back when it launched, Dermaflash was the first dermaplaning tool available at home. It gently exfoliated the topmost layer of skin without risk of cutting yourself. If it’s of concern to you, it also eliminates peach fuzz at the same time. The newest version is Dermaflash Luxe+ which uses proprietary Sonic Technology to safely + gently remove peach fuzz and exfoliate dead skin cells. I cannot tell a lie. I used this baby one time and join the masses who say they see results after a single use. Notable, please be careful when changing the (caged) blade. If you’re not careful it will fly across the room! (Why yes. I wasn’t careful and it flew across the room). Also notable, using it won’t increase hair growth. Also, also notable. OMG. This was the miraculous tool that made my blackhead inclined nose less so ($200, dermaflash.com).
Eye cream with silk protein
What can I say? I like trying glam eye creams. Silk or pearls as an active? Bring it!
I recently dove headfirst into a new collection by Olea Essence, a natural skincare line developed in Israel’s Galilee region. If you’ve ever used olive oil on your face, you know the almost instant feel of softness. The line takes it a bit further by using unfiltered extra virgin olive oil and botanical ingredients in all products. I tend to love using products made for tougher climates since they understand the assignment and everything is more nourishing or intense. Olea combines Mediterranean skincare practices with modern formulation. And while this is my favorite product in the line so far (be patient, I’m still testing it out!), I really love the Face Nourishing Night Cream as well. The Eye Cream with Silk Protein is $123, on oleaessence.com.
Instant gel mani
If you or your mom hate heading to the manicurist or want a manicure in a jif, you might end up fighting over ohora semi-cured gel strips. Right now I’m partial to the French mani kit. All ohora manicure sets are made of gel nail strips that are partially cured and then finished under a gel lamp. I tried the starter kit, and while they were really strong and mostly chip free, they peeled a bit and lasted about a week and not as long as a traditional gel mani. Honestly? I don’t care. I love these! You can get a full starter set with a full size lamp for about $22 on Amazon.
Throwing shade
If you or the mother figure in your life dream of being a Real Housewife, oversized shades are a must. Dimple eyeglasses from TIJN feature the best Fashion Week looks and are incredibly affordable. I also love the fact that you can instantly transform this frame by snapping on polarized sun lenses to the tiny invisible magnets on the frame and voila! your eyeglasses are now sunglasses! I sense the pink ones are in my future ($80, tijneyewear.com).
Cute keys
I was in Staples a few months back and texted my sister an image of a key kiosk (key-osk?) to instantly make keys. Here’s what I didn’t know then. KeyMe kiosks are open 24/7 and have a ridiculous amount of cute keys including florals or homages to your mama. Visit key.me to find out more!
A heavenly scented candle
It’s been a while since I wandered the aisle of Whole Foods, but if you’re looking for a lovely gifty, check out Calyan Wax Co. Champagne/Rose candle. Made of 100% soy wax scented with sweet honey, pink grapefruit and amber this is a lovely scent to usher in springtime (and Mother’s Day if you so choose! $20, Whole Foods).
More Mother’s Day gift ideas coming next week here and on ITYLT (I Think You’ll Like This) part of the Hello Gorgeous! family on Yahoo.
Is Mother’s Day on your radar this year? Let’s meet in the comments to discuss!
Rachel, Your beauty concierge 💋
Quick note: I included some affiliate links and from time to time some sponsored products which means I might earn a small commission on sales made through these links, but I also throw in stuff I love just because. Prices are current at publish time.