Tricks Are for Kids
If your kids cringe when you call them a baby but aren't quite tweens yet (thank goodness!), it's time for them to have a few beauty tricks and treats of their own. From all-natural sunscreen to nontoxic glittery polish to sparkle spray, get ready for summer fun.
By Marta Topran
- Sun Times
- Korres Natural Products SPF 30 High Protection Sunscreen Emulsion for Children
The last thing an eco-conscious mom wants is her kids to be smothered in chemicals. Cue this all-natural sunscreen that offers broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) protection with titanium dioxide and zinc oxide. As a bonus, rich shea butter and vitamin E quench thirsty summer skin.
$34, Sephora.
- Star Light, Star Bright
- Goldie's Tinker Bell Body Shimmer Spray
Maybe we're suffering from a little Peter Pan syndrome, but this sweetly scented shimmer spray makes us wish we never grew up. Seriously, portable fairy-dust spray? Kids really do get it all.
$18, Bath & Body Works.
- Flower Power
- Out to Tea Madeline Sequin Flower French Hair Clips
Equal parts playful and practical, these colorful accessories with extrasturdy metal clasps will keep hair off her face from playdate to pizza party. We can't wait to steal some for ourselves and wear them with a lazy bun and sundress.
$12, Out to Tea.
- Pretty Potion
- Petal by Cynthia Rowley Eau de Toilette
For anyone who has caught her kid coming out of the bathroom mysteriously smelling of Chanel No. 5, this is a great (and age-appropriate) introduction into the fragrance world. Lilies of the Valley keep this scent fresh and innocent.
$15, Avon.
- Tasty Treats
- Lip Smacker Lip Balm
Let's face it—kids love sweets. Forgo the dreaded sugar rush with these delicious flavors that range from carnival-worthy Cotton Candy to summery Strawberry. With so many flavors of balms, your kid will always be able to get a guilt-free fix.
$1.60, Drugstore.com.
- Pop Princess
- Hannah Montana Hand Cream
If you're one of the lucky moms who waited in line (five times) to see the Hannah Montana 3D movie, you know your kids just can't get enough. This gentle hand moisturizer lets little ones rock out all day long.
$1.50, Avon.
- Glitterati
- Priti Princess Polish
Glow-in-the-dark sparkly nail polish—possibly the most exciting words we've heard in a while. What makes them even better? No toluene, formaldehyde, or DBP, which means that they're totally safe for your little princess's pinkies.
$10 each, Priti.
- Knots Landing
- California Baby Travel Size Calming Hair Detangler
After-pool hair brushing can be a total drag. Crying fits, anyone? Essential lavender oil in this detangler helps to calm kids down. This paraben-free formula also protects hair from the sun's rays with natural sunscreens willow and pansy extracts.
$3.50, California Baby.
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