The Redden Report- Last Minute Mother's Day Gifts

So Mother's Day is this Sunday and if you have not gotten your mother or that special mother figure in your life a gift yet, shame on you you still have time. And I am going to do you a favor and give you some ideas for the special lady in your life whether it is your wife, sister, mom or grandmother that you are looking to buy gifts for. Not to knock the gas station flower and balloon entrepreneurs, but it's time to step our game up in 2017.

So here are a few ideas for that mother in your life.

Make-up Loving Mom- If the mother you know has the gift of looking flawless despite her somewhat hectic life, she may love the following gifts.

1. Urban Decay Full Spectrum Palette- $32, Limited Edition @ Sephora
The colors are cute and the price is right. I would snatch this limited edition palette up real quick before it's no longer available.
2. Foreo Luna play- $39 @ Sephora
This textured silicone cleansing devise sends sonic waves to enhance deep pore cleansing. But, be warned, this is the non-rechargeable price point that estimates 100 uses. The chargeable Luna starts at $100.
3. Philosophy Cleanse, Refine and Renew Kit- $75 @ Ulta
With this cleanser, two step peel and award winning moisturizer, you can't go wrong.

Laid Back Mom- The mom we all aspire to be.

1. Mom- Yellow Bath Bomb- $7.95 @ Lush
As a bougie bath taker, I love bath bombs of any kind. This one from Lush with the scent of rose and lemon is heavenly.
2. Umbra Aquala Bathtb Caddy- $39 @ JCPenny
I like the fact that this caddy is adjustable, has built in book holder and a built in wine glass holder. And there is a perfect spot to hold a candle.
3. Audible Subscription - $14.95/month @ audible.com
When's the last time you saw a mom actually have time to sit and read a book? Well, with Audible she has the opportunity to use her multitasking skills and listen to a best seller during her commute, or during bath time.

Tech Savy Mom- For the moms who love electronics just as much as the next guy.

1. Harman Kardon Wireless Speaker- $159.95 @ Amazon
This portable speaker is so cool. Whether you have it in the kitchen while cooking or in the yard while tending to your garden, mom is sure to love the portability and the sound.
2. Universal Wireless Charging Pad- $49.99 @ Belkin
Messing around with chords are a thing of the past when you have this. It's simple and convenient.
3. Fitbit Blaze- $149.95 @ Amazon 
For the health conscious mom who wants to tack daily activities in style.

Fashionable Mom- For the mom who can keep it all together and look cute at the same time.

1. Gisela Layered Choker- $16 @ Charming Charlie
This necklace combines the choker, layered and body chain trend all in one. And you can't beat the price.
2. Boc by Born Bucket Crossbody Bag- $24.99 @ TJ Maxx
This crossbody bag is "almost gone" according to their website and I see why, it's super cute.
3. Jennifer Lopez Embroidered Bomber Jacket- $51.99 @ Kohl's
Bomber jacket plus embroidered flower pattern equals on trend cuteness.

Creative or Adventurous Mom- For the mom who keeps her children busy by signing them up in every art, sport and music activity because she knew the importance of a well rounded child. *Note, these places are in the Southeast Michigan area, but I'm sure there are places similar in every metropolitan area.

1. Painting Party- $35 or $45 for a painting session @ Painting With a Twist
Take a couple of moms, add in a little artistic fun and a glass of wine to get those creative juices flowing and you've got a fun night ahead.
2. Ziplining- $48 @ The Adventure Park
Nothing like some fresh air, exercise and adventure to put a smile on mom's face.
3. A fondue dinner- $$$ @ The Melting Pot
A four course meal, melted cheese, chocolate, optional wine. Need I say more?

The Sentimental Mom- For the mom who saves every card and noodle necklace.

1. Homemade or printable cards- Free or $ @ Etsy.com
What mother wouldn't want a card made with love?
2. A heartfelt letter- Free
Tell that mom in your life what makes her special. She's sure to grin from ear to ear.
3. Personalized gifts, like the Large Photo Treat Jar - $39.99 @ Personal Creations

No matter what the cost, I hope you were inspired by this post to get that mother figure in your life a special gift or token to show just how much she means to you.

Do you have a special gift idea? Please share.

Forever loving my B.A.D.D. Kids,
Rhonda

All I want for Christmas is...yep, still make-up- Part 3

So I gave you some great make-up gift ideas for the natural beauty and the party girl. Here's a list that any make-up lover will swoon for. This is literally short and sweet (maybe not so simple) list that you can't go wrong with.

Beauty Blender Duo Set- $39.95

Love the beauty blender for my foundation application.

Tarte Picture Perfect Duo- $16

Comes with deluxe sample of Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara 

Anastasia Beverly Hills ULTAmate Brows- $29

Comes with retractable eyebrow pencil in either medium ash or ash blonde,
mascara, tweezers and the Brow Duality highlighting pencil. My favorite brow pencil.
Ulta exclusive product.

Zuca Pro Artist Bag- $350+

Now I know the price tag on this bag is high, but the durability and organization
factor alone is priceless when you are a makeup lover on the go.
This one is definately on my wish list.

This next product is for the true make-up enthusiest:

Make-up Forever Be Your Own Make-up Artist- $950

This product unfourtunately is not in stock at time of post, but you can  get your name on the
notification when it is. Decked out with lighted mirror, detachable legs and
38 MAKE UP FOREVER products.

If you can't find a gift for that make-up lover of of the three lists I gave you, I don't know what to tell you other than "good luck." That's all for now.

Wishing you Love, Peace and Soul Deep Beauty

All I want for Christmas is...still make-up- Part 2

If you missed the first list for natural/classic make-up girls, make sure you go peep that out. This next gift list is for the party girls. They are trend setters and don't mind making a make-up statement.

Ka'oir Gift Set- $62.99

Includes lipstick, nail lacquer, glitz, glitz applicator, eyeshadow and lip pop

MAC Pro Lip Palette/ 6 Preferred Pinks and Editorial Orange- $40 each




Magnolia Makeup Blush Kaleidoscope- $50

You get 9 great pigmented blushes in this kit. I love them.

Clinique Whole Lotta Color Set- $34.50


Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Pro's Picks Lip Tar Set- $49


Kat Von D Triple Threat Tattoo Liners- $39

These are my absolute favorite liners. They are  perfect for my signature winged eyeliner.

Sephora Collection Color Daze Blockbuster- $49.50



The Lip Bar Fall Collection- $130

What I love about this site is that you get to "try out" the
fabulous colors using their Lip Shots Link. 

So there you have it- my party girl makeup picks. Up next is a list of makeup and beauty products that can't fail. Until next time.

Wishing you Love, Peace and Soul Deep Beauty

All I want for Christmas is...make-up

It's the first week of December and in a perfect world, all the gifts I need to get are not only purchased, but wrapped beautifully and sitting under my Christmas Tree. Unfortunately for me I do not have a single solitary gift in my possession (unless you count the layaway) and I already know that due to some unforeseen costs with my car, I will be in the mad rush at the mall the weekend before Christmas trying to check everybody off my list.

So if you are anything like me and you still have some gifts to get, let me help you out a little bit. I'm going to give you a few ideas to get the make-up lover, or even the make-up virgin for Christmas. (Most of these items are on my wish list too, so for those who know and love me enough to buy me a gift...hint, hint.)

The following gifts are great for the make-up lover who believes in natural beauty. She is all about healthy skin and classic looks that will never go out of style.

Bobbi Brown Rich Caviar Eye Palette- $47.50



Bobbi Brown Bellini Lip and Eye Palette- $75



Urban Decay Naked Palette and Naked 2 Palette- $50 each

This set includes a travel size Primer Potion 

This set includes a Lip Junkie lip gloss

Sephora Collection Gloss Lab- $25

NYX Nude on Nude Cosmetic Palette- $24.99

This is an Online Only product.

Josie Maran Get Glowing- Argon Beautiful Skin- $64

This is an online exclusive product.

Clarisonic Mia Skin Cleansing System- $119

The only product on the list that I actually own and it was a great  investment.

So there you have it. Check back next time for my make-up picks for the party girls in your life.

Wishing you Love, Peace and Soul Deep Beauty.