Spa Day With SkinSpirit

I loved how my skin was glowing after a diamond glow facial from SkinSpirit. After the cold of winter, facials are a much needed treat for our skin – so mom is guaranteed to love this gift! Mention me when you book for mom and get a $50 reward!

Girls Night In With Simply Cheesy Boards

I love using Simply Cheesy Boards for my get-togethers! A small, woman-owned business, they do an incredible job of making delicious charcuterie boards and grazing tables designed to fit your taste and needs. Order a customized board and make some cocktails/mocktails while having a movie marathon with mom! She’ll love quality time with you.

Makeup Lessons with MAB Artistry

MAB Pro’s do more than just weddings, they’re also ready to teach you a new look with our makeup lessons. Mom will have so much fun learning a new look for Spring/Summer with you – bring some bubbly to make it even more special! Even better, now through May 11th you can get 15% off group makeup lessons when you book using code MOM2025.

Get Crafty At Loudoun Wicks

I love experience gifts and the candle making party I threw for myself and my family was an absolute blast! Loudon Wicks is a phenomenal gift whether you want to give mom some of their premade soy-wax candles or want to learn how to make candles together. You can go to their studio or host at home, which I did, and have a fun evening making custom candles!

Treat Mom to Brunch or Dinner

A lunch or dinner out is always a treat for me as a mom of boys! No phones are out and we get to focus on each other. One of my favorite places right now is Ilili at the DC Wharf – hello delicious food and gorgeous vibes! Take mom for brunch and enjoy the decadent Grandma Marie’s Lebanese Toast or take her for dinner and get the incredible Mixed Grill to share!

From our MAB family to yours, we hope Mother’s Day is special for you and yours!

xo, Ana B.

Thumbnail Photograph: Photos By Kristen Gardner

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1.Bose QuietComfort Headphones are a must for the mom that likes to travel! She can listen to her audiobook or catch some sleep without hearing passengers around her.
2.For the mom that loves pool or beach days, the L*Space Summer Backpack is stylish and practical. It’ll hold everything mom needs for her time in the sun!
3.Mom’s so rarely have a moment for themselves, so help her make some time for herself each day with a Gratitude Journal. She can use those five minutes to think about her day and herself!
4.These memory foam slippers are perfect for mom around the house! They’ll keep her feet warm and cozy while she’s relaxing.
5.Splurge on mom with some luxe skincare from Elemis! This pro-collagen gift set will wow mom and make her feel like she’s at the spa every time she uses it.
6.The Dyson Blow Dryer will make the mundane of drying her hair so easy! Mom will be able to get ready even faster with this amazing dryer.
7.Mom deserves the best and this MAB recommended T3 Curling Iron is definitely it! With automatic shut off, mom won’t have to wonder if she remembered to unplug the iron.
8.Give mom the gift of a new everyday look for the summer with Makeup Lessons with MAB. Mom can go solo or make it a girls night with lessons for 2! Use code MABMOMS for 15% off when you book.*
9.Get mom a Stanley Tumbler to keep her hydrated, but also her skin glowing. This tumbler will keep her water cold, while the straw makes it easy to drink it all!
10.Help mom have hydrated and glossy lips by giving her a MAB Beauty Gift Certificate! Let her choose from an assortment of gorgeous colors that can be worn alone or as a lipstick topper.

Need more gift ideas? Check out our Mother’s Day Gift Guide with gifts from local small businesses!

*Code is valid until May 13th. Lesson may be booked for after the code expiration date.

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MAB MAKEUP LESSONS

Makeup lessons are the perfect way to help her find her perfect everyday look. Or maybe you want to make it a girls night with a group lesson! Either way, you can’t go wrong learning from one of our phenomenal pro artists. Save 15% on lessons when you book now through May 13th using code MABMOMS!

SHE’S UNIQUE

Jewelry is always a favorite gift to receive and the dainty pieces from She’s Unique are sure to wow her! Choose from an assortment of styles or get matching permanent bracelets. 

LUCUMA BOUTIQUE

Give mom the gift of some new stylish clothes for her summer wardrobe! Lucuma has a curated collection of clothes and accessories that fit any type of style.

FAIRY BRONZE MOTHER

Glowing Skin is always in and at MAB we love to get spray tans from the Fairy Bronze Mother! Their special organic formula won’t leave your skin feeling dry or looking streaky. You can find them in our very own MAB Studio!

BAKED AND WIRED

Who doesn’t love a delicious cupcake?! Wow mom with one (or 6) of Baked and Wired’s amazing cupcakes or snag mom some palm-sized gooey brownies. The classic red velvet and carrot cake cupcakes are a must buy!

ANA B FAVORITE GIFTS:
-ELEMIS SKINCARE

Help mom age beautifully with skin care designed to help renew skin health without harmful additives or ingredients by Elemis! She will be thrilled to open a present of these award-winning products. 

-MAB BEAUTY

Mom will love MAB Beauty gloss for her everyday look! Gorgeous as a stand-alone for sheer color and shimmer or a perfect topper for lipstick to make it really pop.

Don’t forget to schedule your own glam appointment for your next upcoming special event!

Blog thumbnail photographer: Neysha Bauer Photo

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-Join mom for a fun-filled day at MAB by getting a (1) MAB Spa Mother-Daughter Facial and a (10) MAB Artistry Makeup Lesson for 2!
-Mom’s face will stay hydrated and protected from skin damage with (2) Alastin Skincare Hydratint Pro Mineral Sunscreen.
-For lounging around the house this comfy (3) Stars Above PJ Set and fuzzy (9) slippers are the perfect combo. Add in this (8) 3-wick candle and (5) Stanley tumbler and mom has everything she needs!
-Mom will think you’re the best when you give her the (6) Dyson Airwrap for gorgeous hair that doesn’t get damaged by hot tools.
-Give her (7) MAB Beauty lip gloss for hydrated lips and a pop of color!
-These (4) Bose Noise Canceling Headphones are perfect for helping mom keep up to date on her latest podcast or audiobook!

Give mom a bonus gift by booking her hair and makeup glam for Mother’s Day brunch!

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More Gifts to Consider!

Massage

Book mom a luxurious massage at the Salamander Resort and Spa! Or book at one of our follower favorites: Woodhouse Spa, Argentta Spa at The Watergate, Yulli Therapeutic Healing Center, & Ballston Therapeutic Massage!

Flowers and Sweets

One of our favorite places to get sweet treats from is Buttercream Bakeshop in DC! Get delicious custom cake popsicles or beautiful cupcakes to treat mom with this Mother’s Day. And if you mom is a flower lover, consider getting a gorgeous al la carte arrangement from Sweet Root Village!

MAB Studio

You can’t go wrong giving mom a gift certificate to MAB Studio or booking her a service! Give her a relaxing signature MAB facial, get mom glammed up with hair and makeup services to make her feel gorgeous, or book virtual or in-person makeup lessons to enjoy with mom and learn a new look!

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