Mother's Day 2011: Top 10 Best Philosophy Bath & Body Gifts

Mother's Day is just around the corner and searching for that perfect gift for your mother can be comparatively challenging and time consuming. Although women love jewelry, women also love the everyday beauty essential. Whether it be makeup, skincare, or even bath & body products, your mother will not only love it, but appreciate it for it's value and ability to disseminate expediency.

If you haven't heard of Philosophy beauty, you truly are missing out. Philosophy is a brand that provides you with some of the greatest bath & body products you will ever experience. Free of parabens and other synthetics, I have to tell you, it is one of the greatest bath & body brands to exist. I first discovered this elite, yet prominently underrated skincare brand when shopping at Sephora and it was there, that I purchased my first Philosophy product.

As Mother's Day approaches, so does the demand for purchasing that fabulous gift. I have decided to narrow down the numerous Philosophy beauty products to only the top 10 greatest bath & beauty gifts.

10. Pomegranate Chocolate. I love Philosophy products. Not only do they smell incredible, but they are free of parabens and other synthetics, making them natural and simply safe. Searching for a gift can be more challenging than find Mr. or Miss Right, however; it is possible. For just $30, you will receive 2, 16 oz. Shampoo, Shower Gel, and Bubble Bath (3-in-1) signature Philosophy products in With Gratitude and Classic Fudge Cake. With Gratitude is one of the best scents I have ever smelled. It is a combination of pomegranate mixed with chocolate. The essence is so amazing, I actually was shocked because I would have never guessed that chocolate and pomegranates can actually go together. The Classic Fudge Cake is ultimately amazing. Two of the best things ever: Pomegranates and Chocolate. What more could you ask for?

9. Chocolate Cake and Sweet Creamy Frosting. What is one of the best things to enjoy during Valentine's Day? I know you have a few guesses, but if you were to play family feud, I am sure chocolate would be right under love. In fact, chocolate is one of the most popular treats during Valentine's Day and I think that is why we all love it so much. This magnificent, yet very expressive gift includes 1, 16 oz. Triple Chocolate Cake 3-in-1 and a 5 oz. Sweet Creamy Frosting Body Butter. For only $30, you just cannot be this deal. Two of the sweetest things, yes, but once you give this as a gift to mom, you will be the sweetest thing ever.

8. The Cocktail Party. The Cocktail Party includes 3, 6 oz. signature Shampoo, Shower Gel, and Bubble Bath in Margarita, Mimosa, and Melon Daiquiri. I actually had the opportunity to smell these and found a huge love and appreciation for the Melon Daiquiri. It's sweet, but not overpowering. It's a very fun scent. The Mimosa smells like Mimosa. If you have searched for a beauty product to smell exactly like Margarita, you are not going to ever find it unless you go with Philosophy. It is the closest thing to a Margarita that is non edible that I have ever smelled. For just $30, The Cocktail Party should definitely be in your shopping cart. Looking for a last minute gift? This is undeniably the one to choose.

7. The Power Shower Set. I have to be honest, this is one of the best gifts I have ever received. The Power Shower Set was actually the first bath & body gift from Philosophy I ever received from a former significant other and since, I have garnered a love and appreciation for Philosophy products, including the Cinnamon Buns 3-in-1 Shampoo, Shower Gel, and Bubble Bath product that I own it in full size. The Power Shower Set is only $25 and includes: 1, 3-in-1, 16 oz. Philosophy signature product in Cinnamon Buns and 1, 3.3 oz. Shaving Cream in The Common Man. The shaving cream is some of the finest you will use on your legs, I swear. If you are looking for a last minute gift, you have to purchase this one. In fact, it is a must have and trust me, your mother is going to love and appreciate you more for getting it. I bought this for my mother and she loved it.

6. Salt Water Taffy Set. Can you believe that the year is 2011 and Mother's Day is approaching? It seems like yesterday when we celebrated New Years, Christmas, Valentine's Day, and St. Patrick's Day. If you are looking for a great gift, you can't go wrong with Philosophy Salt Water Taffy set. For just $25, you are going to get 3, 6 oz. products which include Philosophy's signature Shampoo, Shower Gel, and Bubble Bath in one. The scents include: Lemon Salt Water Taffy, Lime Salt Water Taffy, and Strawberry Salt Water Taffy. I have smelled an array of different imitations when it comes to these types of products and I have yet to smell a bath & body product that smells very close to the original subject like these.

5. Just Because. One of the best ways to say "I Love You" is definitely through anything chocolate. Just Because represents just that. For only $30, you are going to get 3, 6 oz. 3-in-1 signature Philosophy products in dark chocolate, white chocolate, and milk chocolate. I have to tell you, I am in love with this set. In fact, I received this as a gift from a past boyfriend, that I developed a lot for it even after he was gone. I own all three in the full sizes. Just Because is the ultimate chocolate lovers dream. Is there anyone that hates chocolate? Even I know people who are allergic to chocolate that still love the smell of this product.

4. Thank You. This wonderful addition to Philosophy beauty includes 2 amazing products in 8 oz. sizes. You will get 1, 3-in-1 signature Philosophy product in Amazing Grace and 1, perfumed foaming bath and shower cream in Pure Grace. If you have never smelled Amazing Grace or Pure Grace, you are destined to love them both. The scents are acquired, but rather subtle. If you are looking for that fantastic, last minute gift for Mother's Day, this is it. The Thank You gift is only $25. You can purchase this at Sephora or your local Philosophy retailer today.

3. I Think You Are Wonderful. Philosophy has so many amazing products that sometimes I find it so hard to choose a favorite, let alone favorites. They are always introducing new things to everyone. The I Think You Are Wonderful set includes 2, 8 oz. 3-in-1 products in Cherry and Mandarin Orange. I love this product and actually used the Cherry earlier today. For only $24, the I Think You Are Wonderful set can belong in the hands of the one who is wonderful, in your life. I haven't found this at Sephora, but do know for a fact that it is on the official Philosophy website. Let mom know how she wonderful she is.

2. Oh Lolli Lollipop Set. Every time I visit Sephora, I always feel the need to check out the Philosophy products and the last time I was there, I had the opportunity to smell these. If you are looking for a practical, yet useful gift, you are definitely going to love the Oh Lolli Lollipop Set. This set includes: 3, 6 oz. Shampoo, Shower Gel, and Bubble Bath in Bubble Gum, Chewy Chocolate, and Fresh and Fruity Lollipop. The Bubble Gum smells like bubble gum, but less annoying. The Chewy Chocolate is actually subtle, but effective. I really find that the Fresh and Fruity Lollipop is the best. These scents are so much fun. The Oh Lolli Lollipop set is limited edition, so it is focal to get it while you can. In a nutshell, you are getting a total of 3, 6 oz. products of high-end bath & body products for just $25.

...and the number one, greatest bath & body gift by Philosophy for Mother's Day 2011 is...

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1. Sweet On You Set. If you are looking to purchase the best bath & body set, look no further, as this is the one to purchase. Available at Sephora and Philosophy retailers, this fabulous addition to Philosophy proves why it is the number one, greatest bath & body gift by Philosophy. This set includes: a 4 oz. Shampoo, Shower Gel, & Bubble Bath in one, as well as, a 4 oz. Body Lotion, followed by a 0.5 oz. Lip Shine. When I smell Sweet On You, I think of the smell of candy hearts. In fact, that is exactly what it smells like. This product is limited edition, so it's important to get it while it lasts. For only $25, this terrific set will make a wonderful gift to that wonderful mother in your life.

The year is 2011 and Mother's Day is approaching faster than you realize. The time is now to purchase Philosophy because not only are these products absolutely wonderful, they are great for the everyday home and for that special someone in your life.