beauty

Have you been meaning to use a face mask, but just haven't taken the time to work it into your skincare routine? Well, my friends. You will not be able to find an excuse to avoid this all important step any longer. Don't get me wrong. I get it, really I do. I too am a busy mom ...read more

When spring is an imminent thing and no longer a distant dream, my mind instantly goes to warm weather looks. So, basically that's where I'm at right now. Haha! I'm thinking about crisp white, pretty pastels, uber brights and metallics of course. I can't make it through the warm ...read more

If us ladies want anything, we want strong nails, shiny tresses and youthful skin. Am I right? Well, sitting around wanting those things doesn't do us any good. We need to take action. Luckily, there are plenty of things we can do for our hair, skin and nails and one of those is ...read more

Does your makeup seem to melt off way too fast especially when warm weather hits? Perhaps your pores look a little bigger than you want them to, ruining the nice smooth look you're after? Trust me. I've been there. And that's why I started using one of my go-to makeup products ...read more

You know how much we love trend spotting here at Momtrends and beauty trends 2019 is a top topic for us! This time around we're going to focus on the spring edition of this year's beauty trends. There are so many fun makeup trends, in particular, I want to give each one their ...read more

If you're anything like this beauty junkie, shiny new things tend to catch your eye. There forever seem to be countless new beauty products launching at any given moment and I am not ashamed to admit that I want to try out most of them. But there is a cost to that. When you're ...read more

There is no form of footwear that I love more than sandals. That being said, all that sandal wearing can lead to dry, cracked heels. And some of us just tend to have dry skin in that area no matter what types of shoes we wear. Am I right? So, I know you would love to know how to ...read more

Once we say goodbye to our twenties, most of us start to see subtle differences in our skin's condition. My jawline and neck areas, in particular, don't exactly look like they did a decade ago. That being said, I'm not sure if I'm ready to visit the plastic surgeon quite yet. I'm ...read more

Have you ever shopped a celebrity beauty line? I think at this point most of us could say yes to that question. But the bigger question is, did you like what you bought? That answer isn't always a slam dunk yes, at least not for me. I have to admit that I've been swayed by an ...read more

When you travel, how concerned are you about your hair? I don't know about you lovelies, but I don't want to worry about anything, beyond the good time I'm having when I'm on vacation. So, I try to carefully select beauty products to pack that can take the worry out of doing my ...read more

'Tis the season of dry skin...Am I right? While spring is nearly here, it's still pretty darn cold in many parts of our country. With that cold almost always comes cold air. So, I'd be willing to bet that you just might have use for, what I'm calling, the best face mist for drink ...read more

I've let my hair grow really long... I usually go through oscillating phases: long, short, long, short, long and layered, short and choppy; and I was itching for change pretty recently. But before I made an appointment with my scissor-happy hair stylist (reminder to self: best ...read more

As I prepare for the big spring break trip our family is going on in a few weeks, I've been taking stock of my beauty products. Extra bag space is scarce when you're a mom traveling with her family. I'll be packing for myself, both kids, and probably the hubs too, bwah! So, I ...read more

If there was one beauty product you would be hard pressed to find me removing from my beauty routine, it's the face mask. I've yet to find a product that can deliver results in such a short amount of time. In fact, some masks even deliver instant results! And while I know that ...read more

When it comes to your beauty routine would you say you're a maximum or minimum effort kinda girl? I'm probably somewhere in between. While I love testing a host of new products for you lovelies, I also like to have a go-to, somewhat paired down, routine that includes on the go ...read more

Let me ask you a question: What does your daily skincare routine at home look like? Do your morning and nighttime beauty rituals look basically the same? If so, you might want to consider switching things up. I noticed a few years back that the further I got into my thirties, the ...read more

One of those products that sat in my medicine cabinet unused for a long time: witch hazel. I had it--because it's just one of those staple essentials you're supposed to keep stocked, like rubbing alcohol and hydrogen peroxide, but it certainly wasn't getting much play. I'd whip ...read more

Do you have products in your beauty stash that you can't seem to give up no matter what? Well, there is a particular Kiehl's face mask that I can't quit. One of the perks of writing about beauty trends is getting to try out the latest and greatest beauty products. And, trust me, ...read more

I've been going through a bit of a beauty rut lately. It's a rare occasion that I extend myself beyond concealer and lip balm. If I break out the mascara, chances are it's a pretty special occasion.  Maybe it's the pregnancy that has me unmotivated in the makeup department. I ...read more

When does your skin feel the most beautiful? Is it in the winter? Probably not. That's why you need my winter skin care routine update! I don't know about you, but winter's dry, cold temps tend to give my skin a lackluster appearance. Unless I'm partaking in some winter sports ...read more

Is there one makeup look that you just can't quit? For me, it's a classic red lip...AND a not so classic red lip. Let me explain. Red lipstick makeup looks to keep include any that make you feel fabulous. It's as simple as that. When picking a red lipstick makeup look, you're ...read more

My Monday mornings always start with a trip to Trader Joe's... With grocery list in hand, I roam the aisles stocking my cart with fresh fruits, veggies, snacks, and other must-haves for healthy, delicious meals (anyone else hooked on the frozen cauliflower gnocchi?!). Inevitably, ...read more

I'm not one for serious resolutions. I don't like to make promises I can't keep, and I hate the idea of setting myself up for failure. Most of all, though, I like to think that you can change any day of the week, month, or year. In my mind, the first of January is just another ...read more

How busy are you? SO busy right? I get it. It's the stage of life we're in. We're officially time crunched moms and we need tips and tricks that will help us navigate life as seamlessly as possible. Sometimes a game changing tip could be something as simple as an easy hairstyle. ...read more

Now that the holidays are nearly behind us, it's time to focus on the New Year ahead, don't you think? On that note, let's talk about how to clean up your beauty routine for said New Year. One thing that I really want to do in 2019 is use as many organic and natural products as ...read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Hot Tools. All opinions are 100% mine. There's nothing better than the beautiful bounce your hair has after a good blowout. Am I right? Well, today I'm going to tell you how to get that bouncy hair without the blowout thanks ...read more

This post was sponsored by wet n wild as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Who wants to know how to make your skin glow for the holidays? We all do right? I mean, don't get me wrong. I want luminous skin all ...read more

Hey fellow holiday fans, have you seen a beauty advent calendar yet this year? If not, you're missing out! Well, never fear, because I'm about about to share the best beauty advent calendar for moms with you! You see, as long back as I can remember, one of of my favorite holiday ...read more

Are you ready to jazz up your look for the holidays? Well, I'm going to share a very easy way to get into the holiday swing of things with the best holiday manicure! It's a classic look that you might think is too typical, but I'm going to tell you why it's anything but ...read more

Can I ask you a question? How do you feel about glitter makeup? Do you think it's just for kids? Should it be brought out at Halloween and put away the rest of the year? Yeah, I get it. I was there too...Glitter makeup wasn't something I necessarily wanted to step out of the ...read more

I love feeling comfortable in my skin. As I've gotten older, I've started wearing LESS makeup. Instead, I am focusing on my skin. I know my skin reflects what's going on in my life; am I sleeping well, am I eating well, am I staying hydrated. While I strive to give my skin the ...read more

Do you love a nice long-lasting mani, but want to know how you can protect your skin from gel manicures? Believe me...I understand. I always feel more polished when my nails are done. That being said, I always seem to chip a regular mani within the first few days, so I love how ...read more

Who wants to see 3 easy braids for summer? I knew you would. And they couldn't come at a better time. Am I right? This has been one of the hottest summers I can remember... And it's just getting started. Oh boy! Thanks to the brutal heat I've found myself living in shorts and ...read more

What products are in your anti-aging arsenal? You'll definitely find anti-aging serums in mine. In fact, until the past few years, I didn't really understand how important serums were in my anti-aging routine. You see, my thirties aren't going to be around forever and there comes ...read more