Beauty for Busy Moms

Being a mom means waking up, getting the kids fed and ready for the day, perhaps helping your husband do the same, and oh yeah. Getting yourself ready, too. If looking polished and pretty is just an afterthought for you, it doesn't have to be. You can get a glam look - or at least fake it - as quickly as you can throw on a pair of sweatpants. First, start with that ponytail that is a popular addition to the "mom uniform." Twist up that ponytail into a messy bun and secure it with Goody's new Spin Pin. It takes the place of a bazillion bobby pins, securing your bun effortlessly. If you're wearing your hair down and it could use a wash, just give it a spray with some dry shampoo. It's the easiest way to tone down greasies and add volume. A good volumizing hairspray will cure limp hair as well. Just give it a brush, a spray and a pouf, and you're done. For frizzy hair, invest in a good straightening iron to give your hair a just-blown-out look.


For your face, reduce your cleansing time by using facial cleansing towelettes - there are lots of brands and versions for different skin types. Giving your oily skin a swipe before bed or before the carpool can make a big difference when it comes to blemishes. Another great product for your face is a multitasking tinted moisturizer with SPF - it saves you from having to slather on SPF, moisturizer and foundation. For cosmetics, fake a bright-eyed look by using an illuminating eyeliner. Loreal's Double Extend Eye Illuminator fits the bill with a double-sided pencil liner. One side has a perfect color to match your eye color, and the other end is white. Why white? It'll reduce any redness in the whites of your eyes and make your eyes look wider and less sleepy. Throw on a coat of mascara, and you're good to go.