skin
Understanding Eczema and finding solutions that work
To say my stress levels are elevated, would be a bit of an understatement. Right now I am doing my best to be head cheerleader for my family as we deal with what's happening in the world right now. That means I'm leader of the homeschool, chef, personal trainer and a camp ...read more
How to Prevent Stretch Marks in Pregnancy
Oh, pregnancy... You are full of delights and surprises. Morning sickness, extreme exhaustion, aches, pains, and, oh yeah, the gift that keeps on giving: stretch marks. I was fortunate enough to ward off those not-so attractive lines in my first two pregnancies; and if I'm ...read more
How to Protect Your Skin from Gel Manicures
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
5 Solutions to Combat Cold Weather Itch
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
6 Products to Give You the Luminous, Dewy Skin of Your Dreams
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
Kiehl's Partners With Autism Speaks
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
Three Ways to Improve Your Skin's Texture
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
Three Ways to Get Smooth Skin
If there is anything I want more than a younger looking complexion, it's smooth skin. Actually, nice smooth skin DOES make you look younger, so there you go. Clearly I want it all. Haha! Luckily, getting smooth skin isn't out of your grasp. A ruddy complexion is one of the ...read more
Bathtime and Beyond With #ACUREBaby
This little lady... She is just about the sweetest mini love muffin in the whole wide world. I could eat her up. Bath time with Baby P is my fave. She absolutely adores splashing around in a tub filled with bubbles... and getting her mama drenched is an added bonus! The only ...read more
Unboxing the Body Shop's Royal Vitamin E Collection
Ready to give your skin a boost? Try some vitamins. I’m pretty sure that I say “Vitamin E” about 50 times in this two-minute video. But considering I’m talking about The Body Shop’s Vitamin E collection, I think that’s totally acceptable. This royal pink box of booty is loaded ...read more
It's the Balm: Best Ways to Treat Your Lips
Apparently Mother Nature hasn't gotten the memo: It's spring. Alas, the forecast still calls for flurries and frigid temps. The winter has been rough on my skin, my hair, my mentality, and--oh yeah--my lips. Good thing I always have a moisturizing lip product on hand. I've got my ...read more
Win a Kids Defense Kit
Back to School kids essentials put together for All You Magazine. Featuring Curel, Babo Botanicals and Burt's Bees. Leave a comment below and you could win one of these sets. We've got three to give away. To get more details head to AllYou.com . Momtrends' channel is all ...read more
Naughty or Nice List Foods for Your Skin this Holiday Season
Holidays and food go hand-in-hand. This time of year, we're tempted at every turn by rich, sugary high-calorie foods and drinks, from rum-spiked eggnog to candied sweet potatoes, with plenty of pumpkin pie, fruit cake and chocolate decadence in between. We all know the ...read more
Get Polished for Fall with Exfoliators by ESPA
We just discovered a way to sweep away dullness and reveal gleaming, radiant skin thanks to ESPA's most coveted exfoliators. For years, ESPA international spas have delivered the very best in treatments to elite clientele and sophisticated jet setters. Now, just in time for ...read more
Exciting New Launch: Optimal Skin ProSerum
We are so excited about the launch of Optimal Skin ProSerum, a ground breaking, revolutionary formulation combining the strength and efficacy of a super-serum - containing potent actives to feed the skin, with a face treatment oil that includes powerful essential oils - to help ...read more
Throw Back Thursday Event with Clean & Clear
A few weeks ago I revisited my teen years during a Throw Back Thursday (TBT) event with Clean & Clear. Renowned for their skin clearing products, it was interesting to learn all about current teen trends from Author and Creator of RadicalParenting.com, Vanessa Van Petten and ...read more
Understanding and Treating Itchy Skin with TriCalm
My daughter has some mild eczema and it seems that I have tried everything to treat her skin. During a recent beauty showcase, I had the chance to meet representatives from TriCalm, a steroid-free gel that is designed to treat itching, eczema, burning, psoriasis and more. I was ...read more
Skincare Essentials for Summer
Summer skin and hair is all about easy and breezy styling; however that isn't always the case when faced with too much sun, sweat, and not enough sleep. To help you out, we searched (and tested out!) some of the most innovative beauty products on the market that can stand up to ...read more
Travel Essentials from Avon
We're off skiing this week. To treat my skin right, I brought along a trio of items from Avon. I'm pretty much make-up free this weekend. It's all about a glow from the great outdoors, but that also means wind, sun and dry conditions. I packed a few items from Avon to keep the ...read more