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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2024: Best Clean And Organic Self-Care Sets

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This Mother’s Day, why not give the mom who loves traveling something to help prioritize herself while she’s on the road? Research has proven that consistent self-care is linked to improved physical, mental, and emotional health.

With that in mind, below are 12 sets and bundles—which are listed alphabetically—that’ll help your mom feel her best no matter where in the world she’s vacationing. And because all the picks in this guide are TSA compliant, packing them for every trip will be a breeze.

Blue Lagoon Eye Expert, $255

Tap into the healing properties of Blue Lagoon’s mineral- and silica-rich waters with this luxurious set intended for the delicate, thin skin around the eyes. For day and night use, the three products (Icelandic brand’s award-winning BL+ Eye Serum, BL + Eye Cream, silk sleep mask) can be used solo or layered together for even more visible rejuvenation.

Briogeo Strengthen + Repair Hair Care Minis, $32

Even the driest and frizziest locks are no match for this foursome from natural hair care line Brigeo. For the full treatment: lather up with the shampoo then follow with the conditioner. Finish by running a few drops of the oils from the middle of the hair to the ends. For the best results, swap out the conditioner weekly with the mask.

Bur Bur Grow & Glow Bundle, $110

Care for the skin on your face and scalp with this plant-based pair of Bur Bur oils. Glowing Season is a daily-use blend of hydrating and brightening oils (rosehip, sea buckthorn, neroli), while Growing Season features proven botanicals like burdock root extract to promote hair growth. To use: massage a dropperful from the scalp to the ends of the hair once a week, and follow with shampoo and conditioner.

Dime The Travel Works, $142

Dime was founded in 2018 by master aethetician Baylee Relf for a simple reason: to make ingredient-driven, research-backed, and affordable skincare accessible to everyone. This set of miniatures of Dime’s key offerings—which includes the cult favorite Hyaluronic Acid Serum—is a terrific way to introduce anyone to the refreshingly approachable brand.

Dionis Expanded Goat Milk Bar Soap, Set of 6, $50

If you’re considering switching over to bar soap to help the planet and save you money, reach fo this gift-worthy bundle spotlighting goat milk by woman-owned company Dionis. The milk is sourced from a small farm in Newtown, Pennsylvania, and gently cleanses and moisturizes without triggering common skincare problems such as eczema. On top of that: all of the scents, especially the Lavender Blossom, are divine.

The Elix TCM Wellness Set, $160

Rooted in time-tested Traditional Chinese Medicine—which believes in balancing the body’s yin and yang, and promoting the flow of qi—Elix offers small-batch holistic solutions crafted with ethically-sourced organic ingredients for women’s overall well-being. From digestive bloating to menstrual cramps, this set of five-full sized tinctures will help you find natural relief from health issues affecting most women.

Evolvetogether Deodorant Mini Discovery Set, $44

Leave it to Evolvetogether, the stylish and sustainable brand started by Cynthia Sakai in 2020—remember how the brand’s disposable face masks went viral during the pandemic—to turn deodorant into a chic ritual. This gift set lets you sample all of the brand’s clean and clear deodorants, and includes the newest scent Taormina, a crisp floral blend of geranium, jasmine, and orange flowers.

Futurewise Slugging System, $66

Though the practice of slugging—applying an occlusive layer over nighttime skincare to trap in moisture—has been around for over a century, it’s surged in popularity in the past couple of years thanks to TikTok. While Vaseline’s been the go-to solution for decades, FutureWise was launched in late 2022 by Julie Schott and Brian Bordainick to provide the same juicy and glowy effects with clean ingredients and no petroleum.

Kush Queen Mini Bath Bomb Collection, $39.99

While CBD is being incorporated into all sorts of wellness products, adding it to bath products particularly makes good sense. Soaks are relaxing as is, but heat reportedly boosts CBD’s ability to promote a deeper state of calm and healing. This box of of five mini bath bombs scented with different essential oils addresses issues ranging from immunity to stress.

Lush Mom Gift Set, $37

Bath bombs are everywhere nowadays, but credit for the fun bathtime staple goes to Mo Constantine, the co-founder of Lush, for inventing them back in 1989. Today, the British brand still leads the pack with super-fizzy versions that come in unforgettable scents and colors. Let this limited-edition set of four bath bombs wrapped in whimsical paper designed by Beth Mackrill from Rocket Artists Studios transform your mom’s everyday bath into a playful, spa-like session.

Manucurist Healthy Glow Duo, $25

Think of this tiny-but-mighty pair from the natural French nail care brand Manucurist as luxury skincare for your nails. The Green Oil is deeply hydating and concentrated—even a couple of drops can instantly smoothe the most ragged cuticles—while the Active Glow nail treatment fortifies and imparts a positively pretty pink glow.

Ostrichpillow Wind Down Bundle, $79

This handy bundle will come to the rescue anytime you need quick stress relief, whether you’re tring to chill during a long flight or after logging too many hours in front of a screen. The eye mask—which can be used warm or cold depending on your needs—and neck wrap are filled with clay beads that radiate heat, draw moisture in, and coccoon skin with soothing pressure.

Skin Laundry Sheet Masks, $55

There’s no shortage of sheet masks on the market, but Skin Laundry’s Hydrating Facial Sheet Masks blow the competition away for several reasons. First: they drench even the most parched complexions in a silky serum packed with Sodium Hyaluronate in just 15 minutes. Second, they’re free of icky ingredients, such as fragrance and mineral oil, that are in many other versions. Last but not least: these are totally biodegradable, to help protect our planet.

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