~ Pomp and Panache ~

As with age, you tend to feel that your skin is not as taut and firm as it once was.  There are many products on the market that can provide a temporary feeling of firm skin.  However, I was on the look out for something that would gradually help strengthen the collagen production and if not rid me of my laughter lines, at least blur them out.     I came across the Fresh Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask .  As stated on the Fresh website, "Black Tea Instant Perfecting Mask with advanced antioxidants is a hydrating treatment that immediately reveals softer, firmer, healthier-looking skin. The innovative formula’s velvety whipped texture has an immediate cooling effect to refresh the skin and the senses."   I completely agree that the mask has a luxurious whipped cream sort of texture, which feels so light and airy.  Once applied to the skin, it gives a cooling sensation and slightly begins to warm up.  By no means is the feeling intolerable.  You can tell that

For quite some time I have been interested in these ballet flats by the brand Tieks .  They are marketed as soft ballet flats that mold to the shape of your feet, providing great comfort AND have a teal sole as a statement mark.    The  Rose Gold Glam pair had caught my eye whilst surfing the net late night as I usually do and found them to be undoubtedly gorgeous!! Rose Gold Glam    I have occasionally visited the website in hopes of placing an order, but the sizing is confusing and I haven't been able to make a purchase.  This time round, I was determined to sort out the sizing dilemma and in order to get a clearer idea of how their sizing works, I contacted Tieks.    I was advised the following by Alex Hurd, "We've found that because of the way Tieks stretch and mold to your foot, most half size women can comfortably size up or down, and often both.  We typically recommend half size women to size down, unless you have a wide foot or sometimes size

I was recently surfing the well renowned site, net-a-porter , and came across Purely Perfect Cleansing Creme in the Haircare section.  I was intrigued by this product as it claims to protect hair from further damage without stripping and drying out the hair as many shampoos in the market do. It's a creme that you apply to wet hair and massage all over the scalp and hair.  It gently cleanses the hair and scalp, maintaining the pH levels.  It is soap and detergent/sulphate free and doesn't lather up like surfactants do. By the third wash, your hair should become accustomed to the new way of washing. Whilst reading reviews, some were all for the product and some not so much.  Some claimed that it was a revolutionary way of cleansing and their hair never felt better.  Whilst others said their hair felt greasy and dirty after washing. I wonder if I should give it a go and try it myself.  If I do, I will certainly share my personal experience with you all! Until next ti

These days it's all about winged liner!!  I hate to admit - I am not the very best at it.  Somewhere down the journey of life, I stopped applying liquid eyeliner and lost the art of a smooth artistic wing.  I generally don't wear make up every single day so that hasn't helped my rusty hand.  With the growing trend of defined cat eyes, I also was on the market for a way to restart using eyeliner whether it be liquid or gel.  I just wanted something that was easy to get the hang of after my long sabatical.  I had been receiving marketing emails from Benefit and there was a lot of hype about their latest release They're Real Push-Up Liner , which stated that it was foolproof and was a gel based liner.  When it released in Saudi, I headed to Sephora and purchased it! I was so excited to say the very least and had high expectations due to the claims they had made.  As soon as I came home, I tried the product.  After numerous twists, finally the product was released.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micelle Solution is very popular these days amongst Make Up Artists and beauty bloggers since this is used by top Make Up Artists on models during Fashion Weeks.  I also joined this trend and purchased this like many others to see what was so special about it. BIODERMA Sensibio H2O Micelle Solution (For Sensitive Skin)   This specific one is marketed for people with sensitive skin and can be used on the eyes as well.  I thought I hit the jackpot!!  As you would do normally, I applied it on a cotton pad and swept it on my face and it did indeed remove make up quite efficiently.  I used another cotton pad separately for my eyes, but I had a terrible reaction to it.  My eyes began itching and the next morning my eyes were swollen!!  My face also developed tiny white spots like milia.  When I stopped using this product, gradually the spots went away.  Every time I have tried Bidoerma, I suffered the same reaction on my face and never again dared to apply i

Well, well, well .. it sure has been quite some time since my last post!! I surely have missed blogging, but I am back in full swing and ready to give loads of reviews and some insights on some products!! Watch the space!! Love, Fatima