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Mom doesn’t need to know that you waited until the last minute to pick her gift.

If you read the headline of this post and thought, "Oh, yeah, Mother's Day is coming up," don't worry — these last-minute Mother’s Day gift ideas will still make mom feels special without her knowing that you kinda sorta procrastinated on the whole present-buying thing. From high-end skincare tools and luxury loungewear to personalized keepsakes and kitchen gadgets, we found plenty of winners that arrive just in time, even if Mom is notoriously hard to shop for.

Promising review: "Unique, fun, and exciting gift for a beach and/or margarita lover! Bought four (all different colors) as gifts to open to accompany beach trip tickets for the girls. Great quality! Bright colors! Exactly as pictured! Would make great bridesmaids gifts as well! Will buy more!" —Gretchyn

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in 15 colors).

Promising review: "It is such a bright and beautiful candle. It is a gift, so I have not burned it, but the smell is amazing. It is rather small, so the price is a bit high in my opinion. I think the scent might be worth it!" —Hillary

Get it from Amazon for $29+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I bought this cheese curler as a gift for my mother, and it turned out to be a wonderful choice. The quality is very nice, and it feels solid and stable when using it. The blade is sharp and works smoothly, making it easy to create beautiful cheese curls without any effort. It was very simple to put together, and cleaning it afterward is quick and easy, which my mom really appreciates. Another great thing is that it doesn’t take up much space in the kitchen, so it’s easy to store when not in use. Overall, this was a thoughtful and practical gift for my mother. She enjoys using it, and I’m very happy with this purchase. It’s a great addition to any kitchen and makes a lovely gift." —Ardilla Li

Promising review: "Ordered for my mom and was shocked at the quality! They are sooo thick, and the design looks high-end and exactly as pictured. Very impressed." —Nicole T

Promising review: "These are amazing!!! I was unsure at first, we buy, and things never work as they say. These do... After going to Salem and walking almost six miles, my feet were killing me. I decided it was time to give Dr. Scholl's a try. Initially, it's cold, but then it warms the feet right up. Easy to use and worth the money. You won't be disappointed. Buying more for self-care gifts for my friends and to have on hand." —Vicki B

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $11.97.

Promising review: "I absolutely love it. My tub is an old-fashioned soaking tub, and it was slippery to stay seated comfortably, and I always ended up on my tailbone — youch. I got this mat so I can sit comfortably and rest my head. OMG, nirvana! I was in the tub for so long relaxing I had to add more hot water. The suction grips stayed put, and the pillow for my head was perfect. Finally, I can sit without sliding around. After the bath, I hang the loop at the top over a plastic hanger and hang it over the tub to dry overnight. In the morning, I roll it up and store it in the towel closet." —Belle Jardiniere

I have a pair of these (the ribbed version), and I am not lying when I say that they are truly the comfiest pajamas that I own, hands down. I've contemplated buying a pair for every day of the week because there's a period of the year, usually around early November until spring, when these are glued to my body, only to be removed for laundry day, and then they go straight back on me. The weight is nice (decently heavy without being too hot), and the fabric is incredibly soft and offers a fantastic stretch, so I can pretzel my body on the couch to get comfy for an all-day movie marathon without feeling like my pajamas are constricting me. These pajamas will ruin all other pajamas for you because nothing else will feel as comfy and cozy.

Promising review: "I bought these when I went to the hospital to give birth and haven’t taken them off since. I’ve washed them hundreds of times, and they are still in perfect condition. Definitely recommend!" —Brittany

Get them from Amazon and Eberjey for $158 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and 22 colors).

For reference, the reviewer on the right is holding the Large size.

Promising review: "The best sports mom bag I’ve found! Not only is it cute, but it’s also completely functional. I love that it holds so much (the large is perfect for lots of stuff, but not overly huge. I can pack water bottles, snacks, sunscreen, books/Kindle, umbrella, and everything in between! I also love that I can personalize it with charms and stuff — the Bogg bag charms fit. Also, the fold-down straps are great. They don’t get in the way at all. I’ll also note that it’s super easy to clean. Just empty it and spray it out with a hose. Even the white has stayed clean. Love love love! Get this bag! You won’t regret it!" —Amoora

Get the Large size from Amazon for $59.39+ (available in 22 colors/prints and in Medium and Extra Large).

Check out a TikTok of the Wrist Buddy blocks in action.

Promising review: "I typically have pretty bad pain in my right wrist. So, when I wanted to start yoga again, I did not want to aggravate it. These blocks have helped tremendously. I can now do poses like downward dog with no wrist pain at all!" —Cris

Get them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in six colors).

Promising review: "I brought this out and quickly felt the power I held when hitting the gavel! That Law and Order sound it makes puts this little thing over the top! I recommend everyone buy this so you can feel the power too!!" —Olivia Garcia

Promising review: "I was given this as a Mother's Day/birthday gift, and I am so in love with it! We found a wonderful base flavor that I make six containers of every Sunday. Then throughout the week, we add different mix-ins to it and enjoy new varieties of ice cream. It's comparable to what I would spend at the grocery store for fancy brands, and tastes better! I eat keto, and I'm able to stay on my diet with it, even with a much greater ice cream intake than I could with other brands. I will sometimes add protein mix-ins, and we can even use it as a breakfast milkshake. So happy my husband saw it in the cart and 'secretly' bought it! Lol" —Ciera Alery

Get it from Amazon for $239.99 (additional pint containers are also available).

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Gift a one-year AllTrails subscription for $35.99.

Promising review: "First of all, I rarely, if ever, write reviews for anything. Second of all, people who aren’t happy with this are probably either not using it correctly, or their hair is too long, or they are trying to curl too big a strand at a time. The safety setting is understandably sensitive because Chi does not want customers to get their hair jammed in there, let alone hurt, and then their company gets sued! 😂 After reading the directions carefully and practicing twice, I was able to curl my entire head of VERY thick, collarbone-length, layered hair FLAWLESSLY. I have NEVER enjoyed curling/styling my hair so much in my entire life. This tool is not only easy, effective, and quick, but it is FUN to use!! No burning your scalp, face, or neck either!! I want to buy this as a gift for my mom and sister, I love it that much. Invest in a good heat protectant spray and make sure your hair is fully blow-dried before you use it, as well, or it won’t hold the curls well, either. Hope you enjoy this amazing tool as much as I do!" —Singer11

Get it from Amazon for $74.19+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "Bought this for my mother-in-law and it's perfect! Exactly as pictured! It's a great size, too." —Gary

Get it from Anthropologie for $18 (available in two styles).

This kit comes with four (5-ounce) Butcher’s Cut Top Sirloins, four (6-ounce) Air-Chilled Boneless Chicken Breasts, eight (4-ounce) Steak Burgers, four (3-ounce) Gourmet Jumbo Franks, four (4-ounce) Caramel Apple Tartlets, and one jar of Omaha Steaks Seasoning (3-ounce).

Promising review: "As usual, these were a hit as a gift for friends and family, and in today’s prices, this was very reasonable with a fantastic reputation. My friend's family loved them and even invited me over for a cookout." —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "I saw this at Anthropologie and wanted to get it for my mom (who absolutely loves it), I’m so happy I did! Our family completes puzzles like it’s our side job, our puzzle cabinet is overflowing, so having the option to store this out in the open because of the convenient design is awesome!! Such a fun puzzle, and the box is just the cherry on top. The puzzle itself did take a few days to complete, but we like to have fun and take our time with them! All pieces fit together seamlessly. Would recommend this for any puzzle/golden retriever/ book lover." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $23.24+ (available in three prints).

Promising review: "My husband and I recently purchased this as a Christmas gift for ourselves! During the winter, we puzzle in place of gardening! We just finished a 1,000-piece puzzle on it and loved it! The drawers slide right out for sorting, and the puzzle table is easily moved. A great gift for retired folks!" —Karen G.

Get it from Amazon for $64.99+ (available with or without a spinner and a smaller size).

Cup Cozy Pillow is a family-owned small business.

BuzzFeed Shopping editor Heather Braga says:

"I finally caved and ordered one and, TBH, I'm very excited about this new addition to my family. Admittedly, my kids have tossed it around on our rug, and it has picked up some "debris," but other than that, it does exactly what it should! It's created a designated home for my drinks and remotes on the couch, keeping them out of immediate danger from my wild toddlers. No regrets!"

Promising review: "I bought this as a birthday gift for a friend who genuinely needed it! My friend has some minor paralysis issues and gets frustrated on a daily basis because he often spills drinks. He was absolutely delighted with his gift and uses it all the time — carrying drinks to his living room and bed. He had been looking everywhere for cup holders for his newly purchased used car, with no luck. Of course, he uses it every time he travels. He loves the color, that the cover is washable, and that it effectively insulates his drinks, whether hot or cold. I’m really happy that I found the perfect gift and that he likes it so much! Win-win" —Wen

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in a variety of sizes and colors/patterns).

Promising review: "Picked one of these up to keep on my desk at work. I enjoy reading the quotes throughout the day. The e-ink display is good quality and easy to read. There isn't a backlight for the screen, so you have to have light in the room to see it. The battery lasts about a week between charges, with the time updating every minute, and there really seems to be a quote for every minute of the day. It's really well-made, the wooden body and brass accents look very elegant, and it gets people's attention when they see it, so it makes a good conversation piece. Overall, I really enjoy it. It's a bit expensive, but it's an attractive desk ornament while also being a great way to tell the time. I think I'll buy some more as gifts for some book lovers that I know." —Ryan Bates

Get it from Amazon for $209+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "As a busy mom, good sleep and a peaceful wake-up matter so much — and the Hatch Restore 3 has honestly been one of my favorite purchases. It’s not only beautiful on my nightstand, but it was also incredibly easy to set up. The app walks you through everything step by step, and within just a few minutes, I had my sleep routine and wake-up routine customized exactly how I wanted them. At night, the soft light and calming sounds help me wind down without reaching for my phone, which has made my bedtime feel way more relaxing. In the morning, waking up to the gradual sunrise and gentle audio instead of a blaring alarm has made a huge difference in my mood. I feel more rested and less rushed starting my day. I also love that everything can be adjusted to fit my schedule — because let’s be honest, mom life isn’t the same every day. Overall, this has been one of my favorite purchases for my home and my well-being. If you’re trying to create a more peaceful bedtime routine and a gentler way to wake up, I can’t recommend the Hatch Restore 3 enough." —Jade

Get it from Amazon for $169.99 (available in three colors).

Promising review: "Absolutely delicious!! Purchased as a birthday gift for a friend, as she loves both olives and gherkins. Well, after she opened my gift, we proceeded to eat the whole jar! There was none left for our martinis!! I'll be ordering more!!" —Cheryll Powning

Promising review: "I love this pickleball paddle charcuterie board! It's a fun twist on serving snacks, and the quality is fantastic. It's perfect for hosting friends and always gets compliments!" —DiscerningCustomer

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in two sizes).

The person who's got envelopes full of old film strips is gonna love this! It has a 5-inch LCD screen that shows a preview of the image and allows them to set a date and time and adjust RGB levels and brightness, as well as a quick-feeding tray for continuous loading and scanning. Like I said, they have a lot of old film negatives to get through.

Note: There are two resolutions, 13 and 22. This should be high enough for them to display a clear image on a modern HD TV or to print photos.

Promising review: "Easy to set up and use right out of the box. The screen is bright, and the included adapters are compatible with many film types. The image quality is good, although the darker slides require some editing. Excellent choice for digitizing family memories without paying lab prices. It's a little heavier than I expected, which makes it nice and sturdy when digitizing lots of film negatives. Would be nice if it worked with USB memory as well as the SD cards, but not a dealbreaker for the ease of use and the price." —Anthony

This large-size bucket will fit two adult hands, two adult hands and one small child, one extra-large adult hand, or 2–4 child hands. There is an extra-large version if you want to cast two extra-large hands or have three or more people who want to participate.

Promising review: "This kit is amazing. I got it for my husband and me to do for our 10-year anniversary. It is very easy to use, and it came out amazing!! Every single detail of our hands came through, even our nail beds, the veins in our hands, etc. It dried quickly and came apart nicely. We are waiting for 14 days for it to completely dry so we can paint it. Worth every cent I paid. I highly recommend this to anyone!!" —ItTakesAllOfUs

Promising review: "I got this Swarovski bracelet as a birthday gift for my wife, and she absolutely loved it the moment she opened the box. It has an elegant, timeless sparkle that looks great for both everyday wear and special dinners. The rhodium finish gives it a high-end shine, and it sits perfectly on her wrist. The only small downside is that it feels a little delicate, so she’s careful while wearing it — but overall, it made for a really elegant and thoughtful gift." —Saket

Promising review: "It was a gift for my daughter…she loves it! Beautiful styling and so convenient with all the places to put your precious jewelry items! A high-quality jewelry box!" —MitzieC

Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "I gave this as a gift to my wife for Christmas. It was her favorite! It is absolutely gorgeous." —Craig A

Get it from Amazon and MacKenzie-Childs for $169.95 (available in 10 patterns).

Promising reviews: "Got this for a friend. She is an artist, but with this board, no one will judge her creations because they don't last long, and she doesn't feel the pressure of an unfinished canvas. She loves it!" —karendoc

"Birthday present for my 8-year-old daughter. She uses it for art and practicing her spelling words for school. Really good for her spelling, so we don't have to use lots of paper each time we go through her weekly spelling words or random doodles she might make." —NYone

Promising review: "I bought this for sparkling wine. It seals the bottle completely and keeps the bubbles. I opened a bottle, used the cork, and two weeks later, it was still bubbly. It can be used in most-sized bottles. I liked it so much, I bought them as gifts for friends." —anita

Get it from Amazon for $7.45+ (available in two colors).

Promising review: "I purchased this gift for my mother for Mother’s Day, and she was very touched. She said she wished she had this book for her parents. I’m really looking forward to reading it once she has completed it, sharing it with my siblings, and having it as a family heirloom. The prompts are interesting and thoughtful, and I’d highly recommend this product." —Val

Promising review: "I debated for a long time because of the price. Once I started letting my hair go curly, I thought about the Dyson again and wondered if it might make my curls better. Well, of course, technique is the most important thing with curls, and usually every day is a different day, but the Dyson Nural truly facilitates the process. My hair is shoulder length, and it takes me about 12 minutes to get my hair dry enough to let it finish air drying. This has completely cut down drying time for me, and it dries and styles in a way that’s safer for hair. Less direct heat, less heat damage, more shine. My hair looks better in styling, and it looks better overall in its condition. I absolutely love it and highly recommend it for straight or curly hair." —Mom

Get it from Amazon for $349.99 (originally $549.99).

It comes with 60+ stickers, including some puffy stickers.

Promising review: "100/10. Absolutely fantastic. I didn't know I needed passive-aggressive fish in my life, but now I want more. Can't stop sending them in my letters to my family, and it's so much fun to hear their reactions." —E.M.

Get it from Amazon for $8.39 and Brass Monkey for $9. 

The kit comes with three paintings — two landscapes and one portrait of Bob — seven paint pots, a mini paint brush, a mini easel, instructions, and more.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross), and what a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

I have a pair (non-sparkly, sadly!), and those 2 pounds are no joke! 

Promising review: "This is my third purchase of this bag. I first got one for myself, and the two others were given as gifts. Love the bottom compartment that holds shoes. The material used. Cleans up nicely, overall a great bag." —Lisa W.

Get it from Calpak for $117.30+ (available in 14 colors).

Cincha is a small business run by a couple, Ash Sharma and James Baker, who were inspired by their own travel struggles. With every travel belt purchased, Cincha donates 100 airline miles through the nonprofit Miles4Migrants, an organization that uses those donated miles to help reunite and relocate separated families.

Promising review: "No more tote bag slipping off the suitcase. Throw it inside the tote to corral through security. ID is handier than in a separate wallet too — one zip access. Well made" —Karolyn Jones

Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in black and cream).

Tranquility Charms is a small business specializing in watering stations and chimes.

Promising review: "I saw more bees last summer than I had in the previous several years. I’m optimistic that this will keep them healthy and procreative(?)." —joy

Get it from Tranquility Charms on Etsy for $17+ (available in sooooo many colors).

Fun fact #1: This book makes an appearance in Knives Out. When Daniel Craig's character Benoit Blanc is in the bathtub, Cain's Jawbone is one of the books strewn around the tub!

Fun fact #2: I got this for my dad for Father's Day because he's big into brain games, and he told me he's really enjoying it! 

Promising review: "Bought this for my husband for Christmas and he loved it! He loves books, brain teaser metal puzzles, and usually has the bad guy figured out before the halfway point of a movie. So this was perfect for him. He just started it. But if anyone can solve it, I’m pretty sure it’s him." —Pernina Doyle

Promising review: "I am completely obsessed with this necklace. By far my favorite piece of jewelry I own. When looking for an evil eye necklace, I wasn't finding much that looked elegant, and I really wanted something that would look nice when I'm dressed up. This necklace couldn't be more perfect. It's so unique and classy looking. You can tell it's a quality piece of jewelry and not cheap. I gifted one to my mom for Christmas after she fell in love with mine." —Briprov

Promising review: "You'll want to gift this one to someone...right after you get one for yourself. Don't mistake this for your average children's sticker book. This book is a work of art, and the stickers are so beautiful that I hesitate to even use some of them. When you first open the book, it's a joy just to flip through the pages, admiring the different-sized and illustrated stickers. The stickers have excellent image and colour quality, and so is the paper. These are great for any type of journals (especially bullet journals), notes, cards, gift wrapping details, and even add to your laptop cover. This was such a pleasant surprise to receive and would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys some vintage art and would like to add a little whimsy into their day." —SCA

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Melanie Aman is a deputy editorial director on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who's spent the last decade in the lifestyle and service journalism sphere, using her shopping editor eye to find and vet products across a variety of categories, including lifestyle, home, beauty, fashion, pets, cleaning, travel, aging, and more.

The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.