Beauty Buzz

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

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

If I asked you to detail your daily skin care routine, would eye cream be at the top of your list? Is it on your list at all? If not, it’s probably time to test out a new product or two for your regimen. Don’t worry. Momtrends has you covered with our top picks for the best eye ...read more

Remember last month’s beauty Momtrends MVP’s? We focused on sunscreen and what an important part of an anti-aging regimen it is. Well, there are two more products that I consider essential anti-agers, too. They both play very important roles in my own daily beauty routine. On ...read more

In the summer, I'm not one to wear much makeup. I like to keep things simple. Usually, all I wear is lipgloss and mascara, but now in the age of masks, I'm playing with color more and I've found two pieces from Charlotte Tilbury that are the perfect makeup for a low key summer. ...read more

With the first day of summer arriving this weekend, it's time to pay attention to your skin and make sure you are ready for the hot temperatures to come. I've rounded up a bunch of beauty products to help you beat the heat too! It will be sweltering for the next few months, so ...read more

We may be dreaming of spring, but we're still sitting here in the dead of winter. Unless you live in a tropical climate, you're most likely hit with a blast of cold air whenever you step outside and those chilly temps tend to lead to dry lips. I don't know about you, but I hate ...read more

Standing for hours, walking on hard surfaces, wearing non-sensible shoes—that’s a day in the life of a foot. Feet have a lot of demands made on them and are often taken for granted until they start to ache and develop problems. This summer, give your feet the TLC they deserve. ...read more

No one has time for a complicated makeup routine--especially now. But rather than throwing in the towel when it comes to your beauty routine, I believe in the power of a personal care routine to make you feel pretty. That's why I love trèStiQue.  Use Code: MOMTRENDS for 20% off ...read more

As you know I have been partnering with Clairol to bring to you how I have been incorporating their products into my at home hair routine in between my salon visits. Last week in my Instagram stories I received a lot of interest in how to handle root growth while we are at home. ...read more

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Winter always takes it's toll on my lips. I play hard in the snow all winter long and now that my season is done (cue the sad music), I'm taking time to up my beauty game with Lique Cosmetics. The brand is created and empowered by women and they've got everything your lips need ...read more

We talk a lot about time management here at Momtrends. We use time-blocking techniques in our work, and perpetually emphasize the importance of carving out quality time for yourself, your family, and your partner. We talk about making time to read and write and play and meditate. ...read more

We love the look of braids on our little girls, and this Valentine's Day we sharing ways to update the standard braid with a heart braid or a French braid with tips from Cozy Friedman, author of Cozy's Complete Guide to Girls Hair, you can learn how to create a chic and ...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

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

I bet you've had at least one holiday party already, right? My husband's work party was on Friday night and I'm sure his isn't the only company that's already gotten in on the party action! Let me ask you something? Is your holiday beauty look up to snuff for the rest of the ...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

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

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

What is the first thing you notice about your skin? The first thing I always notice is my skin's texture. Looking at least a little bit younger is always this girl's primary skincare goal and if my skin is uneven, ruddy or riddled with fine lines, I'm not exactly achieving my ...read more

If I only had time to turn to one type of makeup, it would always be some form of lipstick or lip gloss...Always! Because it's the one thing that can instantly wake up your face. Plus, it's easy to hide tired eyes behind a pair of large and in charge sunnies. Now before we talk ...read more

Forget winter...FALL is coming! Can you smell the pumpkin spice lattes? This girl sure can! My kids went back to school today and as I sit here sippin' on my steamin' cuppa Joe in silence, all I can think about is how much I love my favorite season. Apart from the PSLs, I can't ...read more

I know, I know...Most of you still have over a month of summer yet and here I am about to talk about fall beauty trends. Well, here in my neck o' the woods, we start school in a mere week. And, frankly, as soon as back to school season ramps up, I'm thinking about fall fashion ...read more