I like to joke that my baby is my human shield, bravely protecting me in public from any potential judgment about my worn-out leggings, frizzy hair and general unkempt appearance.
Oh, she?s a mom, I imagine people thinking as we roll past them on the sidewalk, my gross scrunchie barely containing my fly-aways. That explains it.
Meanwhile, my baby is dressed like a Gap model, with flawless skin, rosy cheeks and the cutest matching booties and hat. For some reason, I?ve always been willing to indulge in the very best outfits, lotions, balms and accessories?it?s just that they?re always for the baby, not me.
Well, good news. Many of those same products you lovingly apply to your kid morning and night can actually be used as health and beauty products for yourself. Yes, you, an actual person who deserves some pampering (even if it comes from the Pampers aisle). After all, you share bodily fluids and bathroom trips, and you have zero time, so why not share a little baby balm" Here are six double-duty beauty products to borrow from your kid:
1. Hello Bello Everywhere Balm
Photo: Hello Bello
More like everyone balm. This soothing, fragrance free balm from Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard?s baby line can be used on kids and adults. It?s a great option for treating cradle cap, chafing and sore bums on babies, but on adults it can be used as a lip balm, under the eyes, as a highlighter on the cheekbones, to soften cuticles, and even to tame frizz and flyaways. $9, indigo.ca
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