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
What's your earliest childhood memory? One of mine is watching my grandmother, seated at her vanity, applying her night cream. I think that early exposure to skincare helped spark my beauty product obsession. That being said, what we're going to be talking about today is not your ...read more
Enlarged pores...Who else simply can't stand them? I've been searching for a solution to the how to shrink enlarged pores dilemma for ages. I've had them on my nose and cheeks for as long as I can remember caring about my skin. That means a LONG time. Bwah! And squeezing my ...read more
Pregnancy comes with all kinds of lifestyle changes, and, for me, one of the most daunting ones was skincare. Until I became pregnant, it hadn’t occurred to me that in order to keep the baby as safe as possible, I’d need to eliminate some of the ingredients I relied on in ...read more
When you think about fall lips, what immediately comes to mind? Dark lips you say? Ding ding ding! There is something SO fall-ready about a vampy dark lip. Dark lips give us girls who kinda wish we had a little more edge the chance to live on the wild side a bit. What can I say? ...read more
Let's talk about retinol shall we? If you aren't already using it, you've probably heard about retinol and wondered if it was for you. Well, if you're serious about anti-aging then the answer is YES! And you don't have to go the prescription route just yet. There are plenty of ...read more
Do you ever have those days when you know you're going to be out and about most of the day and you aren't going to have a ton of extra time to touch up your makeup? Well, then you need my 3-step face that stays PUT! Hey, I'm a natural makeup kinda girl, so this is not about ...read more
When is the right time to splurge on skincare? The answer is whenever it's within your budget. Now if preserving your skin isn't a priority, you're probably never going to feel great about dropping money on a skincare regimen. But if you want to protect the precious skin you were ...read more
How happy are you with your hair care products? I have some fab fall hair care finds that are probably going to make you change your mind even if you are perfectly content with your current hair care routine! You see, fall is a great time to switch things up and really get your ...read more
Raise your hand if you love the look of a shiny face? Crickets...That's because we all prefer a shine free face. Am I right? Well, I'm going to share two easy steps to a shine free face with you today. It's the time of year when I seem to be permanently shiny....Summer's end is ...read more
Can you guess what my number one travel beauty must have is? I'll give you a hint...It's not makeup. It does protect the skin I apply my makeup to however. It's sunscreen of course (but not just any old sunscreen, more on that later)! No matter what time of year I'm traveling, ...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
What do you think the perfect summer lip color is? Well, I'm going to tell you what I think it is. Haha! If you know me in real life you know I LOVE my uber bright lipstick. On any given day you'll typically find me sporting some form of bright red, pink or coral. But this summer ...read more
Have you heard about CBD Oil products? CBD oil has made its way into beauty and skincare products, but not without controversy. You, of course, want to be comfortable with whatever products you use on your body, but there is little to fear from CBD oil products. You see, hemp has ...read more
Who wants to know how to fight thinning hair in young women? This is a topic that I've been a wee bit obsessed with myself for more years than I care to count. You see, it runs in my family. So, I've been thinking about how to fight thinning hair for quite a LONG time! This is a ...read more
Could your summer makeup use an update? The only eyeshadow palette you need this summer will do just that. Like most ladies who have at least a mild interest in beauty products, I'm all kinds of obsessed with the Naked palette. This Urban Decay palette has a cult following...and ...read more
Who wants to learn how to get a sunfree glow fast? Everyone right? Anti-aging products and procedures wouldn't be having the moment they're having if we were more interested in tanning than preserving our skin both for appearance and our health. That being said, we don't want to ...read more
Did you know you can bring back memories with fragrance? I'm sure it's happened to you a time or two. Do you ever catch a whiff of something that instantly transports you back in time? The power of fragrance is an incredible thing. It infiltrates your mind, ready to be bring back ...read more
Could your beauty routine use a little freshening up? This mama has just been through a super busy school year and I'm ready to take some time for me! There's no shame in mom focusing on mom and these supermodel beauty tips from Angie Everhart are a great reminder.Hey, if I can ...read more
Raise your hand if you want to add more natural beauty products and ingredients to your daily routine? You know this girl does! I've been natural things more and more into my skin and hair care regimens. And I'm happy to report that there is no shortage of truly effective natural ...read more
Beauty ruts are common amongst moms. For many of us, "lipgloss, sunscreen and go" is the best case beauty scenario. Sometimes a girl just needs a little pick-me-up. That's where Blushington comes in. Why not treat yourself to a Blushington makeup application this summer? Why ...read more
Who wants to know how to get thicker looking hair? All of us right? Haha! I've always had pretty thick hair. You could say it was thick to the point of being a bit bothersome. I remember in my younger days being unable to wear it in a ponytail for long because I would get a ...read more
Like just about every other teenager in Annapolis Maryland, I had braces. I went to see Dr. Zaks for years to straighten out my smile. After I got my braces off in 8th grade, I wore my retainer religiously and my teeth stayed straight. Sadly, now thirty years later, my teeth are ...read more
So, who wants to know how to get a summer glow now? We all do right? I'm sure I'm not the only girl who steers clear of tanning these days. It's simply not healthy to expose our skin to the sun's rays without some protection. And that's why I never step out of the house, ...read more
If you haven't started your Mother's Day shopping yet don't fret. Creating a perfect gift for your mom is as easy as popping into your favorite Rite Aid and picking up some favorite P&G beauty products. I have a few great ideas when it comes to last-minute beauty gifts for mom. ...read more
Do you use beauty sticks? Well, if you're asking me what a beauty stick is, get ready. You're going to want to test out the must try beauty sticks I'm sharing today STAT. But first, I want you to do something for me. Raise you're hand if you're forever on the go. I'm guessing ...read more
Get ready everybody...I've found the best spring lipstick! Raise your hand if you're ready to say goodbye to winter's dark hues and hello to spring brights! I'm definitely on team BRIGHT! As much as I'm loving seeing all that sunshine, I'm equally loving bright spring lip colors. ...read more
Would you like to know how to repair over-processed hair? I know I'm not the only mama coloring her hair who doesn't love the dry, straw like texture that has resulted from all that coloring. It's not enough to make me give up camouflaging the grays, mind you, but I would love a ...read more
It happened a few weeks ago. I had gotten an evening blowout that was *supposed* to last me a few days. But something went terribly awry. While I cautiously slept, my perfectly tousled waves and voluptuous curls transformed into crimpy kinks and unruly frizz. A $60 blowout down ...read more
Who wants to save money on razors? Come on...raise your hands! And if you're forever stealing your husband's razor too, raise those hands higher! You can bet this girl has both hands stretched up to the sky over here. I just can't seem to find a razor that gives me as good a ...read more
Have you heard about overnight masks? A good face mask is a primary player in my beauty arsenal. I try to use one at least once a week and sometimes a few times a week depending on how my skin is looking. You may remember me mentioning the Kiehl's Turmeric & Cranberry Seed ...read more
Spring is the season of new beginnings. It can be one a new beginning for your skin too. Winter's harsh temperatures can be so tough on your face, body and even your lips. Why not use spring to get those areas back into shape?! On that note, I'm going to share 3 ways to look ...read more
Who wants to hear about what I'm calling the best all in one makeup kit? I mean who wouldn't right? Haha! Let me start by saying I love multi-purpose anything. I'm a mom. It's just a fact that we're drawn to things that solve multiple problems at once! Well, my friends...The ...read more