~ Pomp and Panache ~

We all want to look our best and are constantly searching for ways to slow done the aging process.  I am one who believes that prevention is better than cure, for this I am constantly adding things to my skincare routine as and when needed.  I was on the market for a new eye cream and came across Caudalie.  I found a gift set in which I would get the full sized eye cream and a sample size of the face cream.  These products are quite costly and I thought I could hit two birds with one stone if I could get my hands on this set.  Luckily, it was not sold out at the Skinstore and I ordered it quite a  few months ago. Caudalie Premier Cru Face and Eye Cream I have been using Caudalie Premier Cru Face and Eye creams; and let me have you know that these are absolutely luxurious products which smell great.  The scent reminds me of fresh grapes being picked off the vine.  They scream quality and I really fell in love with the eye cream.  I am one who is always is concerned with the

If you know me, then you would know that I love trying out new palettes that are available on the market from mostly all brands.  Recently, I came across the Smashbox #Shapematters Palette and was quite impressed with the assortment of products amalgamated in one.  I have never tried Smashbox and thought it was a good opportunity to experience how the brand performs. Smashbox #Shapematters Palette Smashbox #Shapematters Palette from the inside First of, the palette has a wax which is covered by a lid to set the eyebrows and two brow colors.  They are taupe and soft brown. Top to bottom: Wax, Taupe, and Soft Brown Then we have one contour color which I believe is a great shade, but it might be a bit light for darker skin tones.  Next there is a bronzer, which is a tan color, not orangey by any means; one highlight shade which is a pearlescent gold, and lastly a glow shade which would be absolutely beautiful for strobing. Contour and Bronzer

Hey there my beauties!!  Now that we have entered winter, a cooler climate even in Jeddah, I began to notice some dry patches around my face particularly my chin.  I had tried to treat this condition with almost all the products that I had in my beauty arsenal, but nothing was helping.  Alas, I then decided to make a trip to my local Debenhams and came across Chanel Skincare. I had previously tried the line last in 2011.  I was not fully satisfied with the performance of the complete skincare regime I had purchased then, so over the years had gone on to try other products.  I thought it has been a while now and I might just indulge once again. As I scanned all the products that were on display, two of them just screamed out at me.  I had a some idea of what they were with my research I had done.  First, I tried the  HYDRA BEAUTY MICRO SÉRUM  on the top of my hand.  Just wow, I thought to myself!! This product instantly made my hand feel smooth and hydrated.  Right then I knew