Beauty Tips for Every Kind of Mom

Sometimes the final touches have to happen at the office. This cult foundation sponge now comes in a travel size—perfect to toss in your bag for that last-minute blend or to keep for touch-ups throughout the day.

To buy: Beauty Blender Air.port, $22

Parenthood won’t suck the style out of your step—if you don’t let it, that is. Moms in the know will love this jungle green polish that’s perfectly in step with runway trends.

To buy: Dolce & Gabbana Nail Lacquer in Wild Green, $24

Natural mint and tea tree oil make this refreshing little wipe a must-have for the woman with a packed schedule. They’ll clean up muddy feet before ballet class but will also revive tired tootsies that are stuffed in heels all day.

To buy: Earth Therapeutics Foot Wipes, $6

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OK, this is all of us. Once a mom, it’s hard to remember what a good night’s sleep feels (and looks) like. Arm yourself with a super-charged eye cream to keep you looking well rested. Cle de Peau is pricey, but it de-puffs, brightens and softens. Good morning!

To buy: Neiman Marcus, $250

We do what we gotta do. And sometimes that means traveling more than we’d like. Jet-setting mamas will love this travel brush that is perfect for post-flight grooming.

To buy: Philip Kingsley, $16

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A social mom is a happy mom. For that rare breed who still makes time for gatherings, events and happenings, these glossy balms will keep her looking picture perfect.

To buy: Cover Girl, $7

It’s no secret that stress can take a serious toll on our skin (hello, dehydration and blotchiness.) And we all know that the daily juggling that comes with motherhood can spur flare-ups. This lightweight lotion calms skin with a botanical extract, minimizing your chances of freaking out.

To buy: Kiehl's Skin Rescuer, $40

Post-childbirth, lots of women start to take note of what they are putting on their skin (if they haven’t done so already.) This luxe line of all-natural makeup is so chic that you’ll forget that it’s lacking anything at all. The newest launch is this ultra femme mascara.

To buy: Kjaer Weis Mascara, $38

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There’s no greasier time than the first few weeks after childbirth, as there is hardly a chance to eat, let alone shower. A great dry shampoo can mean the difference between looking unkempt and presentable, and this talc-free formula has micronized minerals to keep tresses looking fresh.

To buy: L’Oréal Paris, $7

Years of parenting can turn a lady gray. The great thing is that gray is cool! Just make sure it's not dull. This shampoo takes drab gray into shiny, vibrant silver while protecting strands at the same time.You’ll never think twice about those honey highlights.

To buy: Davines Alchemic Silver Shampoo, $20