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
When you battle with eczema or atopic dermatitis, every day can be difficult and uncomfortable--especially in the cold brutal temps of winter when dry air makes irritation look and feel so much worse. But with a little self car, some much-needed TLC, and a few ...read more
Camille Calvet discovered the benefits of silicone more than a decade ago while working on set as a special effects make-up artist in Hollywood. The two-time Emmy award winning artist realized that skin appeared smoother after removing silicone material, and this discovery led to ...read more
Who wants to know how to get rid of puffy eyes? We all do right?!If you're a mom there's a good chance you're working with some sort of sleep deprivation. Even if you're past the babe stage, you're running kiddos to school and back, not to mention activities galore. Then there's ...read more
Did you know tomorrow is National Sweet Potato Day? I love me a good baked sweet potato, with butter... perhaps a little sprinkling of cinnamon. I'll take sweet potato fries over regular ole french fries any day of the week. Heck, I even use sliced sweet potatoes as the base of ...read more
I'm sure if we were all really honest with ourselves, we would admit that would like to improve the appearance of our skin. Do you know how to refine your pores for instance? Enlarged pores can be such a bother, but we don't simply have to live with them. We can reduce the ...read more
Roses are red, violets are blue, self-love is important and good for you too! Happy Valentine's Day, friends! This week, I'm celebrating by showing myself some much-needed self-love and oft-neglected self care. That means I'm indulging in luxuriously long bubble baths, DIY spa ...read more
Who's looking for some new anti-aging products to try? You know this girl always is! With every new season I find myself wanting to switch up my skincare routine a bit. It's the perfect time to try out new products and, being that spring will be here before we know it, I thought ...read more
Blow-outs are my jam. When a blow-dry bar opened five minutes from my house, I popped a bottle of champagne, booked standing Monday morning appointments, and kissed my savings goodbye. Yeah, getting your hair professionally blown-out and styled can easily become an expensive ...read more
I am super excited to say: I will never again go to the salon to have my hair colored... Don't get me wrong, I'm not going back to the dark side. The whole black roots, blond ends, pale skin thing is not working for me. It's more gothic than glam (on my head, at least), and not ...read more
Who wants to talk about the best drugstore face masks?! We all want to save, while seeing serious results right? I'm certainly not opposed to investing in my skin. It will be with me my whole life and I'm dedicated to taking care of it. That being said, if I come across skincare ...read more
I'm always skeptical about beauty products with big promises. That's why we have our "Beauty Testing Labs" here at Momtrends. We try all the gadgets and gizmos and lotions and jellies so that other moms don't have to waste time and or money chasing trends that don't work. Since I ...read more
Radiant skin...It's something we all want, but it can be somewhat elusive in the winter. The dry cool air can wreak havoc on our complexion and leave it looking dull and ruddy. I don't know about you, but my world doesn't stop turning when the weather is rough, so I have to be ...read more
Baby, it's cold outside... and our skin is taking the heat! The plunging temps we’ve been experiencing on the east coast can be a prime trigger for itchy eczema flare-ups, which present as red, scaly patches on skin. The problem: water escapes while irritants sneak in. “People ...read more
I love fabulous lash falsies, mega mascara, bombshell red lipsticks, and Kardashian-worthy contouring kits as much as the next Momtrends gal. But the reality is: most days of the week, I'm happy if I can slather a bit of BB cream on my face before hitting the drop-off line or ...read more
It's the new year...And that means you're probably focused on a slew of resolutions or goals as I like to call them. I'm more likely to work towards "goals" if I'm not intimidated by them and resolution is such a big word to me, but I digress...So, let's talk about your new year ...read more
If there was ever a time to moisturize your lips, it's the winter. And with this winter being a real doozy, it's important that we keep our lips good and hydrated. Because, let's face it. The dry flaky look isn't a good look. Whether you're still rockin' deep, vampy lip shades or ...read more
It's the New Year. That means we're freshening up many aspects in our life, right? Why not focus on our makeup too? Who wants to add some 2018 makeup must-haves to the equation? Hey, the beginning of a new year or season is the perfect time to take stock of your makeup and do any ...read more
Do you love a good blowout as much as I do? I rarely blow my own mane out at home, so you can find me fairly regularly at my favorite blow-out spot. There is nothing quite like having someone else work their magic on your unruly tresses. It's definitely one of my favorite ...read more
It's true that beauty comes from within... But if you're a mom getting less than six hours of sleep each night, that shining beacon of beauty deep within your soul isn't going to cut it. You need help in the form of products: skin care essentials, makeup must-haves, and ...read more
If I had to nail down one signature beauty look for myself, it would definitely have to be bold lips. I was so busy this holiday season that I didn't get dolled up as often as I typically do that time of year, so I'm not quite ready to put away my red lippies. Good thing red lips ...read more
With Christmas almost said and done, it's about time we focus on New Year's Eve, don't you think? NYE Is a BIG deal in my house and I look forward to planning our family's looks each and every year. Because while we prefer to avoid the crowds and celebrate at home, that doesn't ...read more
Are you looking as forward to the holidays as this girl is? It's been a long year, but we got through it and I'm looking forward to sitting back and celebrating the good times that are sure to come! And that means I'm planning on making a BIG deal about Christmas this year. It's ...read more
I never pass up an excuse to get all dolled up. Sure, this mama is rockin' athleisure most of the week, these days, but with the holidays right around the corner, I plan on steppin' up my game. And while some sequins are definitely on the agenda, I want to add some holiday-ready ...read more
Being active has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I wasn't exactly an athlete, but staying fit has always been important to me. So, whether I was running, practicing yoga or sweating it out at boot camps, for at least the past twenty years, fitness has been a ...read more
I've always loved nail art. My sister gets her nails done in the coolest, craziest ways for any and all occasions that come up, and I just adore all those fun patterns she rocks. That being said, I am not a nail tech for a reason. Bwah! My left hand is simply not steady enough to ...read more
A bright lip is kinda my signature look when it comes to makeup and the color of that lip typically changes with the seasons. During the warm weather months, for instance, you'll most often see me sporting a coral, pink or fuchsia colored lip, while colder weather makes me want ...read more
Refining the texture of my skin is always a focus of my skincare routine. It seems the older I get, the ruddier my complexion gets, so I'm forever on the lookout for ways to get smoother skin. Hey, I'm full on enjoying my thirties, but I wouldn't mind it if my skin looks like ...read more
It finally feels like fall in New York. The air is cool and crisp, the leaves are changing colors and falling, and the sky has started darkening earlier. You've been swapping out your flirty frocks for destructed denim, your sandals for boots, and your light and bright tees for ...read more
If you could change one thing about your skin, what would it be? For me, I would love to have a brighter complexion. Now, to be fair, my complexion is a whole lot brighter than it used to be since I started using the hacks I'm going to share with you today, but never fear...I ...read more
A few years back I shared my forever young beauty routine. Well, fast forward to 2017 and I've added a product or two. You could say that I've gotten a bit more serious about my skin care habits and I would call them more of a forever young skin care regimen than a routine. But ...read more
As the Global Artistic Director for Laura Gellar makeup, Ashlee Glazer knows a thing or two about emerging trends. She sees the latest and greatest in makeup and fashion on runways and award shows alike, and takes those keen observations straight to the brand to help develop ...read more
In the warm weather months I tend to turn both uber bright and neutral lip colors, but I save the deep, bold lips for fall. There is something about the turning of the leaves (you know the ones I see on Instagram since I live in Florida, bwah!) that makes me want to bust out my ...read more
'Tis the season of pumpkins... And If you came over to my house you would see that I'm ALL in with pumpkins. As soon as September hit, I started fully outfitting my home with all things pumpkin. I'm talking pumpkin candles, pumpkin fall porch decor (which I'll be sharing very ...read more
The babies in my family all have one thing in my family...baby eczema. My son, daughter AND my sister's son have all had it since they were born. I'm guessing that it comes from our side of the family. Although, I don't struggle with daily eczema, I do have very sensitive skin ...read more
Okay friends, the results are in! Time for my Rodan + Fields Lash Boost review. I've been using this product since March and I can say now I have said bye bye mascara. Six month into my testing, I am resolved that this product really works and that with dedication, it can really ...read more
Once upon a time in my twenties I had an envy-worthy mane. It was super thick, grew ridiculously fast, and held a curl like nobody's business. My hubs affectionately called it the jungle. Well, fast forward a decade, and my tresses aren't quite what they once were. My hair is ...read more
Sun care in the summertime is a no brainer right? When you feel those rays blazing down on your skin you're more likely to reach for sunscreen. But, the fact is, sun care is something you should focus on all year long. The sun can definitely reach you through the clouds. And ...read more
As a celebrity makeup artist Jenny Patinkin may seek perfection. But in the morning, she shoots for lazy perfection. In her new book Lazy Perfection: The Art of Looking Great Without Really Trying, Jenny offers simple, inspiring, and totally doable steps and ideas for finding a ...read more
When you think of fall, you naturally think of pumpkins, right? Sure, they are fun to carve and make a festive decoration, but pumpkins are also extremely healthy for your body, inside and out. Packed with fiber, potassium, and Vitamin C, pumpkin can be a great addition to your ...read more
Let me start by saying that I went on a bit of a manicure hiatus this summer. We were selling our home and it seemed like I was always cleaning, packing or tackling some kind of home fix-up type project, so my nails were constantly getting wrecked. It just made more sense to hold ...read more
We love it when a brand we revere teams up with an organization we respect. We’ve raved about the way our favorite Kiehl’s products makes our skin glow for years now. So when we learned that one of the leading names in skincare launched a partnership with Autism Speaks this ...read more
I don't know about you, but when fall rolls around I find myself with a serious time shortage. Between all the back to school mania, new sports and activities to get to, this mama is busy with a capital B. And while I definitely like to feel put together when I leave the house, I ...read more
My son just finished his third full day of Kindergarten--so far, he's loving it... and you know what? Mama is too! For the first time in five years, he's out of the house from 8:30 till 2:30, and that gives me a giant chunk of time to crack down on my to-do list, knock out some ...read more