Apr 29, 2026

6 Last-Minute Gifts Under $10 To Buy at Trader Joe's Before Mother's Day

Written by Gabrielle Olya
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Edited by Chris Cluff
Discover Entrance to a Trader Joe's supermarket in Sunnyvale, California, fronted by palm trees

If shipping deadlines snuck up on you, you can still pick up a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift in person at Trader Joe’s. Many stores have seasonal flowers, sweets and small self-care finds that feel special — without costing more than $10.

Here are six under-$10 picks that work well as standalone gifts or as easy add-ons to a card or other small items.

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  • Price: $6.99

This high-quality Belgian chocolate assortment includes dark, milk and white chocolates filled with a wide variety of flavors, including pistachio and cappuccino. The pretty packaging is a bonus for any mom who loves chocolate.

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  • Price: $9.99

Help your mom pamper herself this holiday with this new Dewy Skin Serum, which promises a "glass skin" look. It's dermatologist-formulated and contains hyaluronic acid and niacinamide to moisturize and brighten skin effectively.

  • Price: $8.99

Fresh flowers are a classic for a reason — and these limited-time peony tulips look far more expensive than they are. These blooms are always a shopper favorite thanks to their vibrant colors and layers of pretty petals. Best of all, peony tulips are known to be long-lasting — they can look fresh for up to seven days.

  • Price: $9.99

Make it an extra festive Mother's Day by bringing mom a bottle of this brut sparkling wine. This Opaline wine is made from 100% chardonnay grapes, and the bottle is so beautiful that she may want to save it long after the wine is finished.

  • Price: $8.99

If the mother figure in your life loves candles, consider picking up this soy wax blend candle that features notes of pear, palm leaves and lilies. It's the perfect springtime scent.

  • Price: $5.99

This skincare set is a steal at under $6. It includes a dry brush, body scrub and body oil, designed to invigorate, revitalize and exfoliate the skin. It's a self-care gift worth buying for any mom.

Editor’s note: Prices and availability may vary depending on location.

This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.

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Written by
Gabrielle Olya
Edited by
Chris Cluff