Best of 2014-Makeup and Skincare

2014 has been an year full of new experiences for me. Even when it comes to makeup, I got to try lots of new brands and products, some of which have become staples and others that are off my shopping list for the next time. Today, I'll be sharing with you the best of my makeup and skincare I used throughout 2014.

Peshawar Attack

Mini Review-Barry M Kohl Pencil 1

Barry M Kohl Pencil 1

This is my first take on a Barry M product. I randomly picked this up at Boots after hesitating first. The kohl pencil has an ultra soft tip and smoothly glides on the eyes.  To get that beautiful black color, you need to layer it a bit. The bad part is that despite being a kohl pencil, it doesn't stay on the waterline. Just wear it and it's nearly gone within half an hour but stays on the upper lash line for a few hours. It transfers on your finger if touched. Plus, looking at its size, for Aed 18, it is expensive.

My Sigma Collection

Sigma brushes have become a household name. They're everywhere, on beauty blogs, you tube, shopping websites, Face book pages etc and the craving just seems to grow. Best known for their high quality and expert application, Sigma is one of the most sought after brands when it comes to makeup brushes. Over the years the brand has only worked on quality improvement and introducing new brushes to their already very successful line and all that hard work does pay off as the brushes just fly off the shelves. I'm a big Sigma fan like many other ladies out there and today I'll be sharing with you my little collection, which I intend to grow very soon IA.

Fashion Haul-Jewelry and Shoes

Centerpoint has an ongoing sale around the UAE offering from 25 to 60% off on all it's brands namely Baby Shop, Splash, Lifestyle and Shoe Mart. I was present at the Emirates Mall on Friday and bought these beautiful goodies.

EOTD: Blue Ivy + Tutorial

I created this very simple yet glam look for an evening out using blue products. If you wana know how I did it then read on.

Arcancil Matic Mascara 055 Bleu-Review, Photos, Swatches

Company/Brand Claim: Historical product of the brand, this lengthening mascara separates lashes one by one for a very natural result. 

Result: It's been a long time since I bought a mascara. If it wasn't for my current craving for blue makeup I wouldn't have gone for this initially. The Matic mascara is a mater piece from Arcancil and I'm glad I bought it. It is packaged in a slim, black, light weight tube with details printed in silver chrome. The applicator is small and that's a major plus for me as it reaches the corners of the eyes with ease. The applicator is narrow with swirled bristles that get to roots of the lashes. 

Boots No 7 Stay Perfect Amazing Eyes Pencil Deepest Blue-Review, Photos, Swatches

Company/Brand Claim: No 7 Stay Perfect Amazing Eyes Pencil is a long wearing and silky smooth pencil for amazing color and definition.  

Result: It looks like a professionally designed pencil with a smudger at the end and exact color cap. Feels slightly dry and rough when applying and has a metallic finish. The color is a glamorous electric blue, which I fell for instantly. I wear it like a regular eye pencil on the upper and lower lash line.

DMGM Studio Perfection Secret Wonder Foundation 260 Praline-Review, Photos, Swatches

DMGM Studio Perfection Secret Wonder Foundation 260 Praline

Company/Brand Claim: Soft & supple texture instantly fills in fine lines and helps cover skin perfections. Evens out skin tone and imparts flawless finish. Long wearing, non-pore clogging, high coverage. Soft focus effect to imitate your skin's natural texture and color.