33 Best Mommy Blogger Beauty Tips
From how to look cute with spit up in your hair to making it look like you slept six hours (when really it was only three), mommy bloggers give us their beauty tips, tricks, and products to make it through the day.
By Robyn Baitcher
Get Salty
"What could be more important to one's beauty routine than maintaining a gorgeous smile? I recently discovered this amazing salt toothpaste (yes, salt toothpaste!) from Weleda that is surprisingly refreshing. The salt acts as a natural whitener and increases natural saliva production, encouraging the body to keep the gums clean, healthy, and strong." Leigh Pennebaker, marvelouskiddo.com
Weleda Salt Toothpaste, $5; drugstore.com
Repair Your Pucker
"The texture and scent of this salve are incredible, and it has noticeably helped my lips regain some moisture after a brutal winter. Plus, it comes in a gorgeous little old-fashioned tin, which I love." Leigh Pennebaker, marvelouskiddo.com
Rosebud Perfume Co. Smith's Rosebud Salve, $5.59; drugstore.com
Get a Mani
"Since becoming a mom, I have become a huge fan of getting my nails done semi-regularly. I work and play so hard with my kids that it just feels incredibly restorative to spring for a manicure a couple of times a month. One of my favorite nail polish lines is Priti NYC, which is formulated without any Formaldehyde, Dibutyl Phathalate (DBP), Toluene, and Camphor. Priti NYC polishes are also cruelty free and 100 percent Vegan." Leigh Pennebaker, marvelouskiddo.com
Priti NYC Nail Polish, $12.50; pritinyc.com
Let Ruby Woo You
"No matter how many smears of kiddo snot or stains of breast milk are on my shirt, I always feel instantly glamorous when I wear this perfect shade of bright red matte lipstick." Leigh Pennebaker, marvelouskiddo.com
M.A.C Ruby Woo Lipstick, $14.50; maccosmetics.com
Try a Messy Pony
"Pull your hair into a low ponytail, but have the ponytail slightly to the side, instead of in the center of your head. It's insanely simple, but looks surprisingly chic." Joanna Goddard, A Cup of Jo
Put on Some Falsies
"Play around with false eyelashes! I love wearing them out to dinner with my husband, even if I'm just in jeans and a T-shirt." Joanna Goddard, A Cup of Jo
The Blush and Bronzer Trick
"My makeup artist friend just told me this genius trick: When you're wearing bronzer, make sure to put on blush, as well. That way, your face is brightened up and looks natural, instead of just looking one shade of brown." Joanna Goddard, A Cup of Jo
Popsicle Beauty
"Put on bright red lipstick and then dab most of it off with a tissue. You instantly get that just-ate-a-raspberry-popsicle look that's perfect for summer." Joanna Goddard, A Cup of Jo
Drink Up
"Drink plenty of water and avoid soda and other caffeinated beverages. Your skin and even your digestion will improve to give you a natural, healthy glow." Danyelle Mathews, dandee-designs.com
Make Sure to Indulge
"Treat yourself to a hot body scrub every morning in the shower. The steam from the shower will open your pores and the scrub will invigorate you for the day ahead." Danyelle Mathews, dandee-designs.com
Be a Natural Beauty
"I love this tinted moisturizer. It's lightweight and gives me a natural look." Sally Shim, shimandsons.com
Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer, $42; bloomingdales.com
FInd Your Perfect Moisturizer
"My skin is normal to dry, so I've tried many cream moisturizers over the years. My favorite by far is Crème de La Mer Moisturizing Cream." Sally Shim, shimandsons.com
Crème de La Mer Moisturizing Cream, $195; nordstrom.com
Fake Wide Awake Eyes
"I cannot live without my eyelash curler. This Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler is my all-time favorite." Sally Shim, shimandsons.com
Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler, $19; shuuemura-usa.com
No Sleep? No Problem
"I'd love to say that I get tons of beauty sleep, but what mom does? To combat the black-and-blue eyes, I use Nars Concealer in Vanilla. It's creamy and doesn't cake or crease." Melissa Russo, The Lil Bee
Nars Concealer, $22; sephora.com
Gloss Your Stress Away
"Always keep lip gloss on hand. Glossy lips distract from a host of imperfections and make you look (and feel!) more pulled together." Joni Lay, laybabylay.com
Keep Your Hands Pretty
"Lotion, lotion, lotion. I keep lotion everywhere - at the kitchen sink, the bathroom, the changing table, and in the diaper bag. I constantly am moisturizing my hands, which need it after washing lots of bottles in hot water. I've read that your hands can really give away your age, so I try my best to keep them as smooth as possible." Joni Lay, laybabylay.com
Be a Baby
"I use California Baby SPF 30+ daily. Because when you think about it, a taut face atop a wrinkled neck is not a good look." Melisa Russo, The Lil Bee
California Baby SPF 30+, $18.09; drugstore.com
Don't Forget Your Glow
"Sonia Kashuk makes a great loose powder bronzer that I brush over my face. It takes me from ghostlike to human, plus it's sold at Target, which is home base for moms with strollers." Melisa Russo, The Lil Bee
Sonia Kashuk Bronzer, $9.99, target.com
Extend Your Blowout
"A friend introduced me to Rene Furterer's dry shampoo a couple years ago and it is phenomenal, definitely the best product of its kind on the market. I use it when I need to get an extra day or two out of a blowout." Melisa Russo, The Lil Bee
Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo, $24; beauty.com
Be a Multitasker
"Aquaphor pretty much fixes everything. It softens cuticles, heals chapped lips, and can turn even the most calloused hooves into smooth feet." Melisa Russo, The Lil Bee
Aquaphor Healing Ointment, $5.99; drgustore.com
Take Your Vitamins
"My hair and nails grow like weeds, and I swear it's thanks to plain old prenatal vitamins. Both of my daughters were born with super long lashes and shiny hair too! I can't help but think the vitamins had something to do with it." Melisa Russo, The Lil Bee
Nature's Wealth Prenatal Plus, $16.60; natureswealthvitamins.com
Get a Pop of Color
"A little color on your lips goes a long way. My favorite is Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey." Zakary Watson, Raising Colorado
Clinique Almost Lipstick, $14.50; nordstrom.com
Pony Up
"I have used Mane 'N Tail since high school. It was originally created for show horses, but now you can purchase it at beauty supply stores." Zakary Watson, Raising Colorado
Mane 'N Tail Conditioner, 3.99; manentail.com
Make Fingers and Toes a Priority
"Well maintained feet and hands are my top priority. I use 100 percent shea butter to keep my heels and cuticles moisturized." Zakary Watson, Raising Colorado
L'Occitane Pure Shea Butter, $9; beauty.com
Your Hair Is Your Best Accessory
"I only have my hair cut four times a year, so spending money on a great cut with stylist you can trust is important." Zakary Watson, Raising Colorado
Brighten Up Your Eyes
"When you have children, under eye concealer is a must. I've used Clinique's Advanced Concealer in Matte Light for many years. Zakary Watson, Raising Colorado
Clinique Advanced Concealer, $14.50; bloomingdales.com
Find Your Signature Look
"Today's woman reinvents herself often, and the constant supply of newer and better products that hit the market make it easy to do so. As much as I like change (I have a drawer of lipsticks to prove it) Im fascinated by the idea of a style that is uniquely mine. I believe every woman should have a signature scent, lipstick, or wardrobe color. When you are rushed or uninspired, you have a core look that is easy for you to remember. Make that look a good one, and you have the bonus effect of making yourself unforgettable." Jules Kendall, Panckes and French Fries
Primp Your Brows
"If eyes are the windows to your soul, eyebrows are the frames that hint at what's ahead. Getting your eyebrows professionally waxed or threaded is a worthwhile investment that slims down and opens up your face." Jules Kendall, Pancakes and French Fries
Primed and Ready
"Along with death and taxes, pores and fine lines are inevitable. A completely smooth, airbrushed face is creepy, but I'm not opposed to looking ten years younger with skin the texture of rose petals. Applied over moisturizer and under your regular foundation, primer reduces the appearance of fine lines and large pores." Jules Kendall, Pancakes and French Fries
Guerlain Météorites
"I've used these violet scented, multi-colored balls to give my face a subtle shimmer for over twenty years. The coverage is faint, almost nonexistent, without a flake of glitter in sight. What you will get is a gentle radiance and healthy glow." Jules Kendall, Pancakes and French Fries
Guerlain Météorites, $56; bloomingdales.com
Tone Up
"I follow my cold cream cleanse with a refreshing swipe of this reliable, 164-year-old toner. It does a great job removing any lingering greasy feeling without leaving my face dry or tight. Plus, you can find it everywhere and doesn't cost a fortune. A great beauty product doesnt need a fancy label or a large price tag. It just needs to work." Jules Kendall, Pancakes and French Fries
Thayers Alcohol-Free Rose Petal Witch Hazel Toner, $7.99; drugstore.com
Stick with Your Cold Cream
"The best way to deep clean your skin without stripping it dry. The key is in the application. I rub it onto my dry skin until the makeup breaks down and then gently wipe it off with a baby washcloth dipped in warm water. Pond's now make several different cream cleansers to address different skin types, but I will always be a fan of the original and its powdery, scent." Jules Kendall, Pancakes and French Fries
Pond's Cold Cream, $4.49; drugstore.com
Get In on the Secret of Life
"Do something everyday that makes you happy. I agree with Audrey Hepburn, happiest girls are the prettiest girls!" Danyelle Mathews, dandee-designs.com





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