Fashion & Beauty

Life with Curly Hair Many women consider their hair to be their literal “crowning glory.” Advertisements of long, thick, luxurious locks can be seen all over: Commercials - “Hair so beautiful . . . it shines.” Movies - Aquaman: ‘nuff said. ...

If you would have told my 21-year-old self to do my makeup in 10 minutes, I would have laughed. Now as a busy mama of almost four, I have mastered the 10-minute makeup look. I am one of those ladies...

There's something about the start of fall that always makes me want to buy new clothes. A goal I have for this year is to focus on more sustainable fashion habits and eliminate fast fashion from my future wardrobe....

Spoiler alert: No, you aren't. Recently I bought a pair of leather pants. I know what you're thinking, "Haven't you seen that episode of Friends where Ross gets stuck in the leather pants?" Don't worry, they're not real leather. I bought...

If you don't have the time or budget to visit specialty makeup stores, raise your hand! Did you raise your hand? If so, you're in the right place. I'm looking at all of you busy moms out there who...

I love a freshly manicured hand. It just makes me feel a bit . . . fancy. Put together. I've always been kind of a girly girl. But you know what really irks me? When I spend an hour painting...

I never expected pregnancy to force me to face my own vanity in the way it did. Since our daughter is a summer baby, I spent months in oversized loose-fitting dresses hoping I would "bounce back" by fall. The truth...

It's no secret that when you become a mom, lots of things change. Your body, your sleep schedule, how you spend your free time, and often, your wardrobe. Feeling comfy and confident is something that all moms want to...

I have very fair skin. I embrace this about 99% of the time. But sometimes when I break out the shorts, tank-tops, and swimsuits, I really want to feel tan and summer-y. Also, it's easier to feel confident in...

Help! My Skin is So Dry! Dry skin in the summer is definitely an issue living in the desert. The older I get the drier it gets too. And what I have recently learned is that overly dry skin can...

In the words of Sex in the City's Carrie Bradshaw, "I like my money where I can see it, hanging in my closet." But is it possible to fill your closet without spending like Carrie Bradshaw? Spoiler Alert: The...

I loved reading recent blog posts by ABQMom contributors Margo and Taylor on style tips and sustainable fashion. I also wanted to share my secret to shopping sustainably, saving money, trying new trends, and transitioning between seasons. The secret? I rent...

I've been a constant presence at my local nail salon for the past six years. I go in every few weeks for a gel manicure. I have a favorite technician who I will text whenever I need an appointment....

I started my anti-aging skincare routine three years ago. It was when those worry line creases became more visible and they wouldn't go away. It wasn't all at once. I was picking up a product here and there because,...