Beauty Buzz

Raise your hand if you want to know what we think the best skin firming cream is.  Spoiler alert, there is more than one! We're all about options here at Momtrends. You know I was all about delving more into the skin firming topic. If I've noticed anything about my skin as I've ...read more

My skin has always readily taken to redness. While I don’t have full-on rosacea, my skin does get irritated quite easily. So, anti-inflammatory skincare products are right up my alley. If you are in the same boat, you are going to want to pay attention to today’s beauty edition ...read more

Acne is no longer a condition that teenagers are afflicted with. Those red and raised bumps are cropping up in older women, where according to a new study from American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) and Dr. Bethanee Jean Schlosser noted that "late-onset or adult-onset acne is ...read more

We've all had lots of things on our individual and collective plates. But keeping up with routine doctor's appointments? Well, that's one priority that many of us have bumped to the back burner in light of more pressing circumstances. But, regardless of the ongoing pandemic and ...read more

Back to School is a great time to refresh your beauty routine and start some solid skincare habits for your teens. Since I don't have to pick out back to school clothes for my girls (they REALLY don't want my input on the fashion front), I can use my meager influence to help my ...read more

Dry skin is something I seem to always struggle with no matter what stage of my life I am in. And that is why I wish I discovered slugging long before I did. It’s certainly been around long enough that I should have. Black women have counted Vaseline among their beauty must-haves ...read more

Sephora has long been one of my favorite one-stop beauty shops. Not only does it carry pretty much all my favorite beauty brands, but their Sephora branded products are pretty darn fabulous too! Plus, these exclusive products come at great price points so you can splurge in other ...read more

In our best sustainable beauty products Momtrends MVP’s piece, we focused a lot on eco-friendly ingredients and packaging, but there is another sustainable element to think about, water. And that is why today’s topic at hand is the best waterless beauty products. Many beauty ...read more

Looking for simple and fun DIY beauty recipes? We discovered some our favorites from Erika Katz, beauty expert and author of Bonding Over Beauty, who shares some great way to get the kids involved during the long days of summer. Related: Beat the heat beauty product roundup DIY ...read more

I am sure most of you have heard about K-Beauty at this point. A K-Beauty skincare regimen involves numerous steps from cleansing, to toning and various levels of moisturizing. It is involved but yields serious results. With that being said, maybe you can’t commit to a routine ...read more

With the warm weather months nearly here for most of us and already here for some of us, it is a great time to think about your body skin. We spend so much time focusing on the skin on our face, but sometimes our body gets neglected! And that is why our latest beauty edition ...read more

If I had to name one beauty product that I can't do without at this point in my life, it would definitely be concealer. I do believe my sweet little cherubs have given me permanently dark under eye circles and since I don't want to look like I'm ALWAYS exhausted, putting on ...read more

We all have our beauty routines, but sometimes those methods aren't always correct. In fact, Dr. Brian Zelickson, Minneapolis-based dermatologist and creator of the new dermatologist-strength skincare line, MD Complete, commented that many people get the first—and very ...read more

When I was younger I didn’t cleanse my face with an actual facial cleanser. I grabbed whatever I had on hand whether it was a bar of soap, a bottle of body wash, you name it. I thought I was doing great because I was at least washing my face. Most of my friends went to bed with ...read more

I know it's the middle of winter and we are all dealing with chapped lips, but with another set of winter storms coming, I reached out to my mom friends to get some new ideas. Since I'm currently fighting a mean case of chapped lips from my ski adventures, I thought it would be a ...read more

I know it's hard to imagine now, but spring will be here before we know it, so why not start taking care of the dry skin that winter has brought you now? My lips, for instance, are always dehydrated. And I'm loving the Bordeaux colored lip that has been so hot this winter, but ...read more

Has this never ending winter got you down? Something that always makes me feel better is a little pampering sesh. If you don't feel like heading out for a pedicure, for instance, you could give your tootsies a little TLC with an at home DIY beauty treatment. I've been on a beauty ...read more

Many people don't know is that products appropriate for summer heat should be replaced by formulas that contain nourishing ingredients to keep skin hydrated in the dry winter months. We've got a list of ingredient to look out for and explanations about how to update your skincare ...read more

Lip pencils have always freaked me out. They open the world up to so many wrong doings. Example: the entire 80s decade. Someone call the cast of 90210 and them that it was NOT okay to use a darker lip pencil with lighter lipstick. Not okay. So let's talk about my favorite ...read more

If you've got kids and you're trying to teach them skincare basics, the information can be VERY confusing. It's time to separate fact from fiction. We're busting open the most common skincare myths to help you spend your time and money well and teach your kids the fact.  Related: ...read more

Winter can be rough on your nails. Give them a treat with Orly BB Creme for nails. Now that the cold weather has arrived, I'm loving the natural look. This all-in-one topical cosmetic treatment helps to smooth, moisturize and brighten natural nails. The end product is a sheer ...read more

When it comes to beauty DIYs, the easier, the better I always say. While I love having control over the ingredients that I put on my face, hair and body, I don't necessarily have the bandwidth to spend hours whipping DIY beauty products up. So, the fewer the products and the less ...read more

Although, I am a full fledged product junkie, I also love getting my hands dirty and making my own beauty treatments from time to time. I love having control over every single ingredient that goes into my DIY beauty product. I'm very into natural, organic products, but they ...read more

If you've been on TikTok at all in the past couple of years, you know that full brows are where it's at. Sure, the 90s are back, but thankfully, the kids left that decade's overplucked brows trend good and buried. Now even if you don't have the naturally full brows you once did, ...read more

I can't believe I have gone all stinkin' summer without a sunburn until now. WTH. This is not my idea of better later than never. Since I know I'm not alone on this one (no judgements), I thought I'd share my best tips for easing sunburns. Related: Our picks for the safest ...read more

If the past year and a half have given me anything, it’s the gift of organization. After spending more time than usual in my home I realized that it needed an organizational overhaul. That included where I store my beauty products. I know I’m not the only girl guilty of keeping ...read more

It’s that time of year my friends. Summer is winding down and so many of us don't quite want to give it up yet. My tan may be fading, but I will be hanging on to a slightly sun-kissed look for a while, et tu? And that is way I am sharing my take on the best bronzers and ...read more

If you asked me a year ago if I would consider coloring my own hair, I would have said no way. Fast forward to today and I am no longer a stranger to at-home hair color! I’m not going to lie, it took me a little bit to get there. When the hair salons first closed down last year, ...read more

All makeup brushes aren't created equal, and during a recent interview we learned all about the different types of makeup brushes from Annie Mayo, Founder of Advanced Mineral Makeup. From different shapes and sizes, here are some tips on updating your beauty routine. In our ...read more

When it comes to skincare, many teen boys run the opposite direction when moms try to offer help and guidance. Lots of the products we offer seem complicated to them and our advice isn't always appreciated. Luckily, Stryke Club is a brand made for teen boys that is simple and can ...read more

How do you feel about a no makeup selfie? It can be dicey, but not if you take care of your skin. I'm all about keeping my glow into my 40's. I love trying non-invasive skincare techniques that help give my skin a boost. While chemical peels and lasers are can give results, I ...read more

I am proud of my 48 turns around this planet and of how I take care of my mind and body. I'm the first one to preach self care to this community. I think a skincare routine can make you feel like you are in control of the aging process. I've been thrilled to test out these ...read more

I've been testing the new Kiehl's Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution and am ready to share the results. As I'm closing in on 50, I'm working to get and keep the best skin possible. That means trying new things and sharing what works. One of the issues I'm dealing with is ...read more

Taking care of my skin is a priority for me. Part of the reason I started blogging was to share beauty and style trends that work for busy women. Now 13 years later, I'm still on the hunt for the best skin and beauty trends to make mom life better. This month, that mean checking ...read more