Even Superheroes Need a Break — 22 Valentine’s Day Gifts Mom Will Love

She deserves something as great as she is.
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Moms consistently show up and support us in many ways throughout our lives. Whether you're sick and she sends you your favorite soup, she watches your kids while you need some "me time" or she is always there to pick up a call from you — they really do it all and ask for nothing in return.

With the holidays behind us, Valentine's Day is now on the horizon. While you might be planning what to get your kids or partner, one person you definitely shouldn't forget about gifting is your mom. To make your hunt for the perfect gift for the perfect woman a little easier, we've rounded up some of our favorite gifts we have gifted our own mothers in the past.

Read on to discover great gifts for every type of mom — even the ones who claim they "need nothing!"

Our top picks

Best Valentine's Day gifts for Mom

What to get your mom for Valentine’s Day

When it comes to cracking the metaphorical great gift-giving code for moms, you should first always think about what they want, what they need and what they would never buy themselves. Somewhere in those questions lies a pretty great gift.

For me personally, my mom is always talking about how she needs new skin care products or gadgets, but she never buys them for herself. Throughout the year, but especially this Valentine's Day, I plan on gifting my mom some of my favorite mature beauty products.

Take inventory of their spaces and see what they could use an upgraded version of — whether that's oven mitts, body lotion, jewelry or something entirely different!

Valentine’s Day Gifts for Mom under $25

Valentine's Day Socks

If they don't know, make sure you tell them! These socks are such a cozy gift for every mom to love and remind them of you when they wear them. And they're perfect for winter too!

Maxsoft Hair Scalp Massager Shampoo Brush

This bestseller has over 80,000 reviews and a 4.6-star rating because, as we know, healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. Plus, this massager feels great on your head and is perfect for all types of hair.

Bedsure Satin Pillowcase

It’s no secret that silk pillowcases help prevent hair breakage and prevent weird sleep wrinkles. This little luxury is a great gift for them to help protect their hair.

Cleverfy Shower Steamers

Sometimes the best gifts are those where they can relax. Now they can turn every shower into a spa experience with these fragrant shower steamers that leave a lovely aroma in your shower.

Baimei IcyMe Jade Roller & Gua Sha

More pampering products? Your mom deserves it! My mom keeps one of these in the fridge and uses it while she is cooking to cool down her eyes.

Ceramic Ring Dish

If they love decor, this little ring dish has such a beautiful message. They can place it in their kitchen to hold their rings while they cook or put it on their nightstand to hold jewelry.

Avocado Plush You Guac My World with Candy

If you want to get them something cute and yummy, try this little avocado plushie that comes with some candy. It can sit on their desk or on a shelf and always remind them of you.

Grace & Stella Illuminating Under Eye Masks

I always gift my mom some eye patches when I go home and she loves them because she says they remind her of a nice spa day. She also loves leaving a pair out in her guest bathroom for when she has people staying over.

Homesick Thank You, Mom Candle

Show mom your appreciation for all she does with this soy wax blend candle from Homesick. She’ll love the custom scent, which includes notes of bergamot, lavender and sage.

“My mom loved this candle! She immediately started burning it and the open concept first floor had a sweet but not overpowering smell to it. Beautiful presentation and everyone I gift them to loves them,” said one verified five-star reviewer.

Valentine’s Gifts for Mom from a daughter

Material The MK Free Board

If she loves to cook, upgrade her cutting board with this one from Material. According to the brand, it's made with 100% plant-based materials and is even dishwasher-safe!

Solawave 2-in-1 Skincare Mini

If she’s interested in red light therapy, this mini tool is an affordable and compact way for them to try it out. It harnesses the power of both red light and near-infrared light to rejuvenate the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Lovebox Photo Messenger

For the days when you can't be there, you can send mom a special photo or message with this Lovebox. A spin of the heart alerts them to an incoming message.

Valentine’s Gifts for Mom from a son

Little Words Project Boy Mom Beaded Bracelet

For all the best boy moms! Give them a cute jewelry piece to add to their collection from Little Words Project. It has blue beads and gold accents throughout the bracelet.

"Go-To Dinners: A Barefoot Contessa Cookbook," by Ina Garten

Who doesn't love Ina Garten?!? If she's always looking to try something new in the kitchen, this cookbook is filled with a slew of mouthwatering recipes. Every holiday or birthday, my mom asks for a new Ina book.

Gustaria American Mahjong Game Set

Mahjong has been increasing in popularity this year. If she is always playing card games or pickleball, have her try Mahjong. This set is easy to travel with for family vacations and was recently a Shop TODAY Gifts We Love award winner.

Dragon Touch Digital Picture Frame

Even when you're not there, you can make sure mom feels your presence with these digital picture frame that can play your favorite memories together.

Fresh Sends The Valentine's Day Send

Flowers are always a great idea, especially when they come in a super cute box. This assortment of flowers gets sent right to their door and you can upgrade their box with a vase or perfume.

Ember Mug 2

Keep their cup full and warm all the time with this ember mug that helps keep hot beverages warm. It can be controlled with their phone, too, so they can never have to deal with cold coffee or tea.

Sentimental Valentine’s Day gifts for Mom

Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story: A Mother’s Guided Journal To Share Her Life

Help Mom tell her story with this guided journal. Once finished, she can share it with you and you can cherish it forever!

Paintable Pictures Paint Your Photo by Number: Portraits Deluxe Edition

Bring your memories with mom to life with this paint kit that transforms your photo into a paintable print. You can do it together or send mom her favorite photo for her to recreate on her own.

Engraved Handwriting Rectangle Necklace

Give them a sweet message or memory they can always keep close. This necklace allows you to upload a custom drawing, letter or name to a necklace and the company will engrave it for you. This makes for such a personal keepsake and something they’ll wear forever.

Tiny Tags Round 'Mama' Key Necklace

If they want some bling, gift them this necklace that says mama on it from Tiny Tags. Associate editor Lauren Witonsky says, “I have (and love) the round key necklace with the stone in the middle, but love that I can gift my mom a matching one that’s personalized for her. It’s dainty, perfect for layering and comes in both silver and gold, depending on what other jewelry she wears!”

How we chose

The Shop TODAY editors and writers search the internet to find the best and most unique products that would make touching Valentine’s Day gifts for Mom. We use our own personal experiences with products and brands to make shopping easier for our readers.

Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect Valentine’s Day gifts on Amazon, for long-distance relationships, for Galentine’s, for new couples and more.

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