Makeup & Beauty Monday: Acne Solutions Liquid Makeup
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After I gave birth and stopped nursing, I lost control of my skin and broke out in deep, painful pimples all over my chin. It became clear that my no-foundation look was not cutting it, so I ran to the makeup counter. The woman at the counter told me it usually takes one year (!) after having a baby for your skin to return to normal, and unfortunately, I’ve found that tidbit to be mostly true. While my skin was recovering, this foundation (which contains salicylic acid and has matte coverage) helped cover my breakouts and prevent the really deep zits from forming. I’m not a makeup expert, so fortunately, I could apply this just with my fingertips — no fancy brushes needed. It’s $29 at Sephora and your local Clinique counter. Clinique Acne Solutions Liquid Makeup
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Sales of note for 12/30:
(See all of the latest workwear sales at Corporette!)
- Nordstrom – The Half-Yearly Sale has started — up to 60% off! See our roundup here.
- AllSaints – now up to 60% off (some of the best leather jackets!)
- Ann Taylor – Up to 40% off your purchase; extra 40% off + additional 30% off sale styles
- Banana Republic Factory – The Winter Sale: 50% off everything + extra 60% off clearance
- Boden – Sale, up to 60% — readers love this blazer, these dresses, and their double-layer line of tees
- DeMellier – Sale now on, free shipping and returns — includes select options like Montreal, Vancouver, and Venice
- Eloquii – Semi-annual clearance, up to 85% off; extra 60% off clearance
- Everlane – Sale of the year, up to 70% off — reader favorites include their scoop tee, Dream Pant, ReNew Transit backpack, silk blouses and oversized blazers!
- Hannah Andersson – The Twice-a-Year Big Hanna Sale: Up to 60% off (even new arrivals on sale!)
- J.Crew – 25% off full-price styles; up to 50% off cashmere; 70% off 3+ sale styles
- J.Crew Factory – 60% off winter faves; extra 25% off $100+
- L.K. Bennett – All sale half price or less
- M.M.LaFleur – Flash sale, extra 30% off
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off, plus free shipping on everything (and 20% off your first order)
- Talbots – Semi-Annual Red Door Sale, extra 40% off markdowns, and daily Red Door Deals starting at $19.50
And — here are some of our latest threadjacks of interest – working mom questions asked by the commenters!
- The concept of “backup care” is so stupid…
- I need tips on managing employees in BigLaw who have to leave for daycare pickup…
- I’m thinking of leaning out to spend more time with my family – how can I find the perfect job for that?
- I’m now a SAHM and my husband needs to step up…
- How can I change my thinking to better recognize some of my husband’s contributions as important, like organizing the shed?
- What are your tips to having a good weekend with kids, especially with little kids? Do you have a set routine or plan?
A bike for a 6-year-old does not have to cost $300. The entry-level Trek models are less than that at full retail and can be purchased for much less in good condition used. There should be a FB group for used bike sales in your area. Check local bike stores too—some take trade-ins and sell them used. I got my kid’s Trek mountain bike nearly new for something like $150 at our local bike store.
Talk to me about bikes for 6 year old. Do they have to cost $300??
I recognize this is ridiculous, but I’m still here for the tips!
My marriage is very stereotypical 1950’s TV family: one parent stays home and manages everything in the house, groceries, cooking, cleaning, and that leaves the other free to work, including sometimes unpredictable travel. Except in my marriage, I’m the ‘dad.’ My husband does all the household stuff and is pretty great at it.
But UH OH! He’s out of town now. This is arguably the first time in Kiddo’s memory that he won’t be there at bedtime. I know the routine because we do it together every night I’m home, but she’s worked up about the fact that he won’t be there.
Any tips for making it smoother? Should I try to do what he does and what I do when we do it together, or make up some totally new “this is what we do when it’s just us” thing? She’s three and very into routines.
I should take her out to dinner, right?
Thinking about the question above – is a Bob worth it? We have a Maclaren umbrella and a caddy stroller but need something a bit more ‘serious’. I’d love to buy a used Bob, but the older models don’t have an adjustable handlebar which between me at 5’2″ and my husband over 6′ we do seem to need. I’m having trouble stomaching paying $400 for it though. Alternatives? Or is it worth the cost?
Recommendations for baby bento boxes?
Now that baby Pogo is taking lunch and snack every day, I’ve been sending multiple tupperwares to segregate food items but the bento box seems like a great idea. However looking on Amaz0n most seem too big – 9″ in the long dimension, intended to hold a normal sized sandwich. I don’t expect I’ll be sending him with normal sized sandwiches for quite some time. Does anyone know of a brand that makes baby/toddler sized bento boxes?
Todays “oh crap” moment – realizing my son needs a white shirt, black pants and black shoes for his first band concert on Thursday. All things he will probably only wear one time before he outgrows them. And of course he’s just started to become picky about his clothes, and he’s super skinny. Great.
Time to spend my lunch shopping online, and we’ll probably still wind up running to a store tomorrow night. Blech.
Definitely do a gift card. Even if you don’t know what coffee shop they prefer, they can probably get use out of a gift card to any major coffee shop. I think a Starbucks card can be especially nice as a treat even if people don’t go there for their coffee every day. Alternatively, a gift card to Target or similar would be good.
My son is in daycare and I need some ideas for teacher appreciation week. I was thinking of bringing in fruit salad and bagels or a pretzel tray. My husband said gift cards for dunkin donuts, starbucks etc. The baby has three regular teachers and I’m not sure what each of their favorite coffee shops are. Also what would be a decent amount? FWIW I plan to give the teachers a larger monetary gift at christmas, or if my baby leaves the room before that.
It’s been a while since I had cash to put in savings (other than retirement accounts), but I got a big tax refund and some unexpected large expense reimbursements (!) and would like to stash it away for a year, when I might be in the market for a house. Last time I did this, CDs got decent interest rates but now they look terrible. Anyone have other thoughts on a short-term investment getting 2-3% return?
Has anyone had experience with the “Mindful Return” e-course or something similar? My firm has recently added lots of resources for new parents and will pay for moms returning from maternity leave to take the course. I’m wondering if it’s worth the time?
My insurance will cover the Spectra S2 fully, to get the Spectra S1Plus breast pump, there is an additional cost of $135. Is it worth it for that much of an additional fee? The pump itself only costs $200, so I feel like I’m barely saving any money, and that maybe the S2 would suffice? These are my first kids (twins) and so while I am hoping to breastfeed, I am also not 100% sure it will even work for me. I am sure that there could be scenarios where not having to be hooked up to an outlet is useful, but I do not anticipate a huge number of them. Thoughts?
It is finally spring!! We’re living in a house with outdoor space for the first time and looking to get some fun stuff for our front porch and small backyard. What’s been a hit with your kids? Ours are 2 and 3 months (I’m not expecting the three-month-old to play with anything yet, obviously).
So far the toddler’s favorite outdoor toy by FAR is a $1 spray bottle that we let her use outside, so I’m very open to non-toy ideas, too.
I’m 3 years out from my last kid and my face still hasn’t returned to normal. I now get breakouts regularly and nothing seems to help. I went to a dermatologist who blamed it on hormones, and then lost all motivation to try other docs. Is this a thing? Have my hormones permanently changed or something? Do I have to just ride this out til menopause to see how they change again?
I need a double stroller for pushing two toddlers at once. I know I want a side by side jogger – which option would you choose:
A) A New Thule Urban Glide 2 Double. The dream double that I want. Con is that it’s more expensive at $650
B) A New Bob Double. I love my single Bob – I can probably get this one on sale for $500 if I’m smart and not picky on color.
C) A Used Bob Double. Usually go for around $250 in my area, but they seem to be pretty beat up.
What would you do? The other thing is that I’m not sure how long I’ll need the double jogger for (but I know I’ll def need it for this summer).
Timely post for me. I’m 3 months postpartum, BFing, and my chin is a MESS. I had monthly acne there before pregnancy, it mostly went away during pregnancy and now it’s back with a vengeance except it’s constant now and no longer just a few days per month.