Tummy Tuck Or Mommy Makeover || Which One’s For you?
byIt is quite predictable if not even guaranteed that no matter how determined you are to lose your stubborn fat pockets alongside loose skin,…
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Skincare Slackers || The Problem With Relying On Cosmetic Procedures
byOn a scale from obsessive skincare addicts there lies at the other end the opposite case of complete beauty slackers.. In other words if…
Kinship || A New Skincare Brand That Will Save Our Oceans!
byThe future of the beauty industry is clearly focusing on the sustainability efforts undertaken by many of the beauty …as well as fashion brands…
12 Makeup Palettes You Need In Your Life Right NOW!
by’Tis the season alright! Approaching the end of the year and the holiday season is reason enough to invest in one of the most…
CIIN’s 6 Tips For Plump And Fuller Lips
byLips can literally talk and tell your age.. And just like you pay attention to the rest of your skin, your lips require no…
7 Decades Of Beauty || Cosmetic Procedures For Every Age
byAll it ever was and will continue to be for years to come is that daily look in the mirror.. The gaze that lets…
The 10 Best At-Home Chemical Peel For Seriously Glowing Skin!
byWant glowing skin in minutes? You will need an at-home chemical peel! End of story! Sure you can get amazing results from getting a…
Introducing Starface || Hydrocolloid Pimple Patches
byLaunched just last month, Starface is a pimple-patch skincare company providing you with efficient acne solutions. The stickers are called Hydro-Stars, and they work…
Olaplex Hair Treatment || 5 Questions Answered
byAre you someone who pays more than needed and frequent visits to the hair dresser? Do you feel that you tend to overdo it…
What Is Activated Silk & Why Is It Set To Revolutionise Clean Beauty?
bySilk and skincare wouldn’t be your run-of-the-mill partnership would it? When you think of silk, images of silk blouses, pillow cases and even sleeping…
Detox Your Hair and Scalp This Fall
byImagine if you never exfoliated your skin.. Most of us use a loofah in the shower to remove dead skin cells. Many of us…
The 4 Types Of Sensitive Skin || How To Deal With Yours
byAlmost everyone thinks their skin is sensitive, but it’s important to understand the specific type of sensitivity you’re experiencing so you can know how…
Are You A Candidate For Scalp Camouflaging?
byYou are probably aware of brow microblading already. A semi-permanent tattoo technique used to fill in brows. The cosmetic pigments are embedded in the…
12 Makeup Trends To Experiment With This Winter!
byMakeup trends, just like our clothes, change with the seasons! If you tend to get bored with your looks but don’t dare do anything…
The Magic Of Microneedling For Banishing Acne Scars
byMicro-needling has become a very popular treatment recently and many ladies and gents are seeking this procedure, especially those suffering from acne scars that…
Will Your Hyperpigmentation Ever Fade Away?
byHyperpigmentation victims have a new nickname now; melanin-rich people.. It currently marks as the biggest skincare concern.. Nothing seems to be quite the fix…
23 Genius Beauty Hacks That Will Come In Handy One Day
byHacks come in handy don’t they? We all appreciate a good beauty hack every now and then. From multitasking certain products to household items…
Beauty & The Bang || But First, What’s Your Face Shape?
byGetting bangs is always a good idea, however, getting to know which fringe matches your face shape is a bit unsettling. The shape of…
Forehead Reduction Surgery Exists || 6 Questions Answered
byOut of the many beautifying procedures out there, ranging from a simple botox or filler injection to major plastic surgeries, one procedure is just…
How To See Off Split Ends For Good || 8 Fundamental Tips
byRule Of Thumb; There is no treating split ends without initially cutting the hair, avoiding them comes after How ideal would it be to…
Have You Booked Your Buccal Facial Massage? || 6 Questions Answered
byA.k.a. inner mouth massage, the Buccal face massage will have someone put their hands inside your mouth and perform an inside out facial massage…
8 Clean Beauty Swaps You Should Be Making Right NOW!
byDetoxing your beauty routine has become somewhat of an obsession with beauty addicts. If you have not yet caught on the frenzy, well now…
8 New Makeup Trends To Get You Excited For Fall 2019!
byOh how we love transitional seasons; they’re a time for decluttering, for throwing out the old and bringing in the new. This applies for…
10 Sumptuous Nail Polish Trends For Fall And The Holiday Season!
byI personally never wait for fall to wear my beloved dark nail polish. There is just something about dark reds and burgundy and how…
Dr. G’s Cream || Not Just Another Hand Cream!
byIt seems that the constant obsession with skincare applied on the face has taken away so much attention from our overworked, exhausted hands skin…..
The Jawline To Die For || How Did JLo Get Hers?
byLet’s all disagree on one thing! According to an expert plastic surgeon, Jennifer Lopez still looks as good as she did two decades…
Botox In Your 20’s || 7 Things to Consider Before Your First Injection
byBeing in your twenties nowadays is worlds apart compared to what it was 30 years ago, or 20 to a few of us ……
EmphasEYES Your Eyes Now With Our Makeup Tips & Hacks!
byOh the lure of having big wide eyes!!! We would do anything to emulate the look of having bigger eyes that draw people in…
Grapeseed Oil Is The New Kid On The Beauty Block!
byWhen you think of facial oils, most people would shy away from slathering on any sort of oil on their faces for fear of…
What Are Strawberry Legs & How Can You Treat Them!
byStrawberry legs is a cute term used to describe a very annoying situation! Otherwise known as folliculitis, strawberry legs is the dreaded look of…
Treat Your Acne According To Your Age!
byIf there is one thing most of us can agree on; it’s how much we hate our acne! It doesn’t matter whether we are…
How To Master The Art Of Retinol Application
byFact; almost every skincare specialist out there, be it a dermatologist, an esthetician, a facialist, you name it, will most definitely agree that the…
5 Ways To Break Up With Summer || The Winter Beauty Shift
bySummer, we love you, that goes without saying! However, we truly feel that you got your fair share and now it’s time to bid…
The Heated Eye Lash Curler || Makes Sense Really
byIt all started when the makeup artist working on Hiba’s latest photoshoot put the traditional eyelash curler under his lighter flame. He was, thankfully…
Add This to Dead Sea Mud to Create the Perfect Skin Mask
byIt’s a fact, the Dead Sea is a natural treasure trove of minerals. The mud of the Dead Sea has been used for centuries…
5 Nail Polish Shades That Will Rule This Winter
byNow that Fall is slowly breezing its way in we can finally bid farewell to certain nail shades that we’ve been flaunting all summer…
Tattoo Removal || What You Need to Know Before Your Next Tattoo
byTattoos are permanent, but that’s the intention when you get inked right? For decades celebrities have made inking trendy and more importantly; casual. Every…
Facial Oils || Own A Skin Of A Geisha
byMany ladies out there (including moi) steer away from facial oils. The reason? Simple yet quite inaccurate; facial oils can cause your skin to …
DMK Enzyme Therapy || Return Your Skin To It’s Genetic Potential
byChances are, you’ve never heard of the DMK Enzyme Therapy facial before. In short, it is a basic introductory treatment to promote and maintain healthy…
6 Tips For A Lit-From-Within Glow
byThe moment where you reach that deep level of understanding that beauty and wellness must work together, you will have reached the epitome of…
How To Restore Your Post-Holiday Skin || 4 Steps & Products
byIt’s quite refreshing coming back to work having had an amazing Summer holiday.. While we’re still clutching at the renewed form of energy and…
Not Sure What’s Good From Each Of The Beauty Brands? Try These 10
byIf you’ve ever walked into Sephora, only to walk straight back out empty-handed, we get it. Not only are most Sephora’s huge, they are…
Is Blowtox Something For You?
byOk, get your mind out of the gutter this article is about hair styling and botox… It kind of reminds me of my mum’s…
The Beauty World’s New Classics
byThere are some beauty products that work perfectly for enough people to become cult classics. Take Ysl’s Touché Eclat concealer and Biotherm’s Lait Corporel…
Botox Isn’t Just For Your Forehead and Around the Eyes
byBefore we delve into Botox, it is important to reiterate that Botox is a brand, like Kleenex. It is the most popular of neuromodulators,…
Do You Get Those White Spots When You Tan?
byWhen we were younger, excessively tanned skin, peppered with white spots was ‘old people’s skin’. Which is why finding them on your own arms…
How to Know How Toxic Your Beauty Products Are
byThere is a term that we shall swiftly add to our vocabulary: greenwashing. This refers to the inaccuracy of ‘clean’ products and the vague…
What Pores? || The Top 10 Pore Shrinking
byPores, oh pores! Taking a glimpse at a newborn baby or a toddler, initially makes you adore that baby skin of a canvas.. A…
Silicones || 6 Reasons Why You Must Ban Them From Your Skincare
byFor starters, why don’t I inform you with one fact? Silicone might seem to you as one word identifying its own property. However, there’s…
We Love Micellar Water || Minus These Three Drawbacks
byAsk any lady what is the only item that never fails to be present in her vanity and micellar water would be it.. This…
Are You Ready For Tom Ford Skincare
byTom Ford has set his sights on a new goal, to bring scientific-based skin care to us, and given his track record that is…
When Suhad Met Eliana
byOK… that’s not exactly true…I’ve known Eliana for a while. After all she is the founder of the most popular beauty center in Jordan. …
Vitamin E || The Beauty Vitamin
byAs much and often we preach for vitamins C or A, there exists another spectacular vitamin renown to be ‘The Beauty Vitamin’… vitamin E…..
13 Modern Ponytail Styles || So Chic So Effortless
byLet’s shed some light on ponytails, but with a slightly more detail.. Ponytails in general can take many forms, gathering up your hair in…
Dry Body Oils || 6 Reasons To Make The Switch
byOne of the most reputable beauty ingredients come in the form of oils. Oils around us come in a plethora of types, sources and…
The Lift Edge Filler || Happy Lips Without Moving A Single Muscle
byLooking happy all the time without moving a muscle is apparently preferred right now! A new very functional injectable is making its way to the beauty…
Love False Lashes? || This Hack Will Blow Your Mind!
byFor those of you who hold an extreme desire and fascination for false lashes, this article is for you.. As I am simply a…
What To Do When Retinol Seeps Into Your Lips
byUpon finally incorporating retinol into your skincare routine, it’s a journey that keeps you going until you hit the sweet spot! Using this most…
Prickly Pear Seed Oil || Goodness in a Bottle
byIt’s almost prickly pear season, and it won’t come a moment too soon. For those unfamiliar with the cactus fruit, don’t be misguided by…
The Best Serum/ Cream Combos For Every Skin Type
byTwo very crucial products in our skincare regimen have to be the serum and the moisturizer. Whatever you do, never run out of either…..
A Recipe For Firm Skin || How To Maintain Your Elastin
byWhen it comes to the inevitable, skin firmness and aging are bound to get relatable at a certain point, however, inversely.. As we age,…
Are Your Knees Exposing Your True Age? || 6 Tips To Age-Proof Your Kneecaps
byKnees are kind of a neglected body part that we often forget about, until we slip on the first skirt or a pair of…
A Spotless Summer || How To Prevent Pigmentation During Beach Season
byAs we officially dive into summer, a few concerns generally pop up, especially for those sun and beach worshippers amongst us. Issues like pigmentation,…
Can You Still Use Retinol During Summer
byRetinol, the holy grail of skincare will forever remain to be the most effective and necessary ingredient for fundamental skin transformation.. However, and while…
4 Fabulous Beauty And Well Being Essentials For The 40 And Above Woman
byAs I sit here and now witnessing the countdown to my double 20 years birthday.. ehm, I figured out that for every silver hair…
Lululemon Changes Gears And Launches A Workout Beauty Collection!
byIf I were to ask you about your workout beauty routine, I expect you might say that it’s next to nonexistent! And you are…
The Best Nail Polish For Every Skin Tone
byDifferent -God given- skin tones call for different nail polish choices.. Many a times you just love the nail color on your friend’s fingernails,…
The Little Blue Tin We’re In Love With All Over Again
byWe’re pretty sure there is a blue tin in your household that you have totally and completely taken for granted. Nivea, made and pronounced…
Your Nighttime Skincare Routine || Are You Doing It In The Right Order?
bySecuring the best and most effective products is nothing unattainable anymore, our exposure to the multitude of skincare schools and regimens has reached a…
9 Effective Beauty Gadgets To Stock Up On Now!
byIF you’re anything like me then the thought of a shiny piece of beauty technology must be very anxiety-provoking! It usually takes me forever…
Your Summer Beauty Checklist Is Finally Here!!
byWhen it comes to summer beauty, you should probably put aside most of your tried and trusted products and techniques and embrace the lighter…
4 Minimalist Summer Makeup Trends!
byWith soaring temperatures and long days outside, less is definitely more when it comes to summer makeup! The best makeup artists agree, and have…
For Every Problem We Have A Solution || After All Life Is Beautiful
by1 || My Skin Is Dull And Lacking The Glow… To many, skincare routines are under control. However, a lot of women complain from…
Will HIFU And Ultherapy Dissolve Your Dermal Fillers?
byTwo leading facial rejuvenation procedures involve both HIFU and Ultherapy. Both are non-invasive ultrasound treatments used to lift and tighten loose and saggy skin…
Tatcha Is Sold For $500 Million!!
byBeauty means business, literally and figuratively! The beloved skincare brand Tatcha has clearly been doing exceptionally well for it to have caught the eyes…
10 Tips To Maintain Clear Skin Post-Accutane!
byAccutane is a drug that uses large amounts of vitamin A to clear acne and prevent it from coming back. Everyone has a unique…
Your Guide to SPF|| Sun-Kissed Skin Without Permanent Damage
bySummer is finally upon us, say hello to that bronzed, sun-kissed skin we all love! But before you head outside, remember that while a…
Your Under Eye Skin Type || How To Identify And Treat
byHow crucial a role does eye cream play in your skincare routine? Is it your primary concern or does it come last on the…
Ayah Mufleh Has A Few Foundation Hacks For Us!!
byOh the base of all things! Foundation is the canvas and base of any makeup look obviously. When done right, it will seal your…
Profhilo || 10 Things To Know About The Dermal Filler Of The Moment
byTalk about the one skincare ingredient that dares to stand firmly side by side to retinol (the holy grail of skincare ingredients) and I…
Why Hair Sunscreen is the Ultimate Summer Essential
bySay goodbye to post-holiday dryness and damage! By now, everyone recognizes the importance of SPF when it comes to protecting the skin from damaging…
For Younger-Looking Eyes? Retinol Infused Eye Creams
byIf you’re a skincare devotee and retinol happens to be missing out from your routine then we’re here to inform you that you’re rotating…
Eyebrow Extensions || Perfectly Imperfect Brows
byWe all know how crucial brows are, opening up the eyes, framing the face, and increasing symmetry. We’ve all also been the victims of…
11 Gym Bag Essentials That Are Beauty-Fitting
byOne look at the insides of my gym bag and you’ll think I just landed from outer space. Gym visits require prepping up for…
IF You’re Buying One Skincare Product This Summer, Buy This!
byWhen you’re getting bombarded online and on social media with all those images of products and new brands, it becomes such a struggle to…
The Gradient Manicure Is Here To Stay
byFor the indecisive souls among us who short-circuit when deluged with extensive colour selections and swatches, fear no more as you can now literally…
7 Makeup Trends To Enjoy Experimenting With This Summer!
byThe beauty industry is such a fast paced place that one feels like it’s a bit of a struggle to stay on top of…
Melasma Vs. Hyperpigmentation || Which One Are You Struggling With
byHyperpigmentation. Probably the most hyped about skin condition. A by-product of acne scarring, sun damage, eczema or any inflammation flaring up. Simply put, hyperpigmentation…
Skin Sinning || 10 Crimes You’re Committing
byOnce said and ever-since embraced was this quote I’ve read somewhere, ‘If you don’t take skincare seriously, you’ll look like a crocodile handbag by…
Get The Glow || 6 Tips For Luscious Skin
byNaturally dewy skin is a sign that your skin is in a perfectly good shape.. It is literally a reflection of a healthy and…
TONYMOLY || Demystifying K-Beauty
byA pioneering brand in K-Beauty skincare, TONYMOLY has become a household name in South Korea and beyond since its inception back in 2006. Innovative…
To Pair or Not To Pair || Serums And Oils To Use With Jade Rollers
byJade rollers and gua sha’s have officially become a vanity staple. Those crystal energy charged natural gems have healing powers alongside their scientifically proven…
Beauty Powerhouse Sea Silt || Sea The Goodness!
byYou read it here first! Ever heard of sea silt? Neither had we, but we’re definitely intrigued.. Sea silt is all about sea life…
Scalp Exfoliation Might Be All You Need For Healthier Hair
byLet’s imagine this.. You go to work with full makeup on, and then back home at night and you don’t take the makeup off….
Your Next Beauty Purchase Is Here With Allure’s Annual Beauty Awards!
byWhen you’re on the hunt for your next beauty bargain you do all sorts of investigations and research. So what if we came to…
Pineapple Beauty || A Potent Fruit That Will Make You Beautiful
byAll current aspects call for today’s article about skin care benefits we reap from pineapples.. Be it the extreme hot weather conditions, sudden and…
There Are 5 Genius Hacks To Using White Liner And Ayah Mufleh Shows Us How!
byThe essential makeup item that no beauty arsenal would be complete without is the white eyeliner. True, it can seem a little tricky to…
Body-Skin || Are You Paying Attention?
byIt all started when my 15 year old skincare-devoted daughter asked me this question; ‘Mom, you get to choose one; aging from the neck…
How To Read Your Vitamin C Serum Label
byWhen it comes to the most ideal ingredient list for delivering epic results for my skin, vitamin C happens to top my list the…
Is GPF The New SPF?
byWe’re starting to sound like a broken record.. But when it comes to highlighting the importance of wearing sunscreen daily as a basis for…
Rosehip Oil || The Miracle Worker!
byWhat if we tell you that there is one skincare ingredient that can target all your beauty concerns? What if we add to it…
10 Tips Now That Guarantee Better Quality Wrinkles Later
byA beautiful glowing plumped skin with no visible fine lines, wrinkles or pigmentation pretty much wraps up our ultimate beauty goals. However, wrinkles and…
1 Battle 2 Ingredients || Salicylic Acid Vs. Benzoyl Peroxide
byWhen it comes to acne, the struggle is real.. It’s the one issue that literally keeps popping unexpectedly regardless of age, sex or general…
Whiten Your Teeth With The Right Shade of Red Lipstick!
byRed lipsticks! Need we say more? Apparently we can! Red lipstick is a staple that no makeup drawer is complete without. It gives you…
7 Essential Beauty Tips To Save Your Skin This Ramadan!
byCounting down for Ramadan means engaging in all sorts of preparations on the home front and the fashion front as well. But did you…
Is Your Hair Dull and Frizzy? It Could be the Water..
byIf you have any doubt about the affects of long term hard water usage on your hair and scalp, just take a look at…
Go Green & Ditch Your Anti-Perspirant!
byHopping onto the clean beauty wagon needs some consistency and a lot of commitment. You have to dedicate some time and effort to learning…
6 Clean And Green Beauty Brands With Efficacy In Mind
byToday marks Earth Day. We at CIIN happen to be celebrating all the beauty our magnificent earth is offering us, by admiring and devoting…
Coconut Oil Is A Hair-Saviour With These 8 Tips!
byIf you think the hype surrounding coconut oil and its miraculous benefits has died down, think again! Considered as the reigning king of all…
3 Beauty Trends That Are Going To Be Big This Year
bySkin-clearing and brightening trends are up so significantly, and this year’s skincare breakthroughs promise to make you beautiful. Flawless beauty has always been a…
Buttery Skin Is A Major Makeup Trend Right Now!
byMakeup trends, just like everything else in life, have a lifecycle! One minute we’re hoarding liquid matte lipsticks by the dozens, only to return…
The ‘I Woke Up Like This’ Makeup Look
byGo lighter on the coverage because skin is in! The au naturel barely-there dewy makeup look we’re all after, and will probably…
2 Products That Are Game Changers If You Still Suffer From Acne
byCystic acne has been our concern for long.. We’ve all struggled with cystic acne. That type of acne that develops deep in the skin…
Clean Your Makeup Brushes Like A Pro With Ayah Mufleh!
byThe worst part about enjoying makeup is probably the part where you have to clean your makeup brushes and sponges. We keep putting off…
12 Top Rated Vitamin C Serums To Buy Before Spring Break
byIt’s time to run an urgent check up on your vitamin C serum stockpile. That is if you have more than one product containing…
Beauty Sleep || Natural Damage Repair For Ideal Skin
byDo you know what happens to your skin when you don’t get enough sleep? Well, horrible things happen.. Let me begin by mentioning a…
Beauty Fridges || The Age Of Cool Beauty
byAnd we thought beauty was all about products, ingredients, steps and slefies… Well, turns out all the above remain a fact, however, the story…
Adult Acne Need Not Wreck Your Day || Causes & Solutions
byYou wake up ready to tackle your day with a positive attitude only to discover a hideous bump sitting proudly on your chin and…
The Runners Face || Will Strenuous Exercising Make You Look Older?
byExercise is one of the major triggers for healthy glowing skin. Moderate and regular exercise can improve circulation, increase bone density and boost the…
These Are Ayah Mufleh’s Current Favourite Eyeliner Trends!
byI never really adopt a certain makeup trend automatically, it usually takes me some time to get a feel for new trends and more…
5 Retinol Myths || Royally Busted !!!
byAsk me to specify one single skincare ingredient that plays the role of the hero amongst all ingredients I will utter one word, retinol….
Press-On Nails Are Baaaaaack!!
byThe once-abhorred press-on nail tips are now back and in a major way. The timing is now perfect for them given the fact that…
The Golden Angle Lift || The Facelift From Within
byIt is that moment when you take a long stare at the mirror and realize that what you truly need is in fact beyond…
40’s And Beyond Skin || When Hormonal Influence Is Bound To Happen
byThe minute women hit the age of 40, they are faced with a new era of bodily change.. As they start witnessing a few…
Take 10 Years Off Your Face Using Blush!
byThey say the right blush placement takes ten years off your face! But how do you determine the right placement? Turns out your face…
Neem Oil || An All-Natural Beauty Powerhouse
byThe hunt for all-natural beauty ingredients seems endless, in fact it seems to have grown into a cult status pushing merchandisers into the all-natural…
The First Five Rule || Check Your Product Ingredients Like An Expert
byJust like we tend to automatically flip food containers sideways to read full ingredients list, the same should apply with any beauty product. The…
Mighty Almond Seed Oil || Your Skin Regimen’s New BFF
byA wholesome nutritiously dense nut with copious health benefits both internally and externally. Hailed as among one of beauty’s best kept secrets since long…
Amazon Finally Does It || Their Very OWN Skincare Line!
byAmazon have been teasing their own skincare line for some time now! A while back they launched an Amazon-exclusive skincare line and fans went…
This Genius Eye Cream Hack Will Cost You Nothing But A Youthful Smile
byWe talk with our eyes and mouths. Those facial muscles that we use the most to express, interact and gesture with are the parts…
Care For Your Skin Like A Flight Attendant!
bySpending horrendous amounts of hours in the air takes a massive toll on the skin. You’ve probably experienced some following a long flight. The…
What Is An LVL Lash Lift || Your Natural Lashes Only Better
bySo you’ve got great thick lashes, however, they’re pin straight, you’ve tried curling mascaras, heated eyelash curlers and lash extensions which all seemed to…
Biotin || The Basis For The Best Hair Scenario
byThe quest for great-looking, thick, healthy and long hair seems to be relentless.. And when they say your hair is your crowning glory, there’s…
Cica Is A Powerful K-Beauty Ingredient That Heals All!
byWhen I first started working at CIIN some sixteen months ago, the term Korean beauty was exactly that….Korean! With the help of our Beauty…
8 Tips To Hold On To Your Winter Skin Care While Spring Is Approaching
bySpring maybe just around the corner, but it’s not yet the end of the cold and dry winter season… Although we are seeing various…
What Are Cermides & Are They A Must In My Routine?
byIf you’re doing everything right on the skincare front but it still feels like the routine is missing something, or your skin is missing…
Amazon Launches An Exclusive Skincare Line That Works FAST!
byIs there anything that you can’t find on Amazon? For an Amazon fan like myself the news that Amazon is launching a new skincare…
6 Genius Hacks To Help You Reapply Your Sunscreen!
byWe hope that by now applying sunscreen has become an integral part of your beauty routine. I can safely say it has become part…
Inflammaging || A Skincare Term You Should Probably Be Aware Of
byI just came across a skin related term.. Inflammaging – a portmanteau of “inflammation” and “aging”. Turns out it’s an evolving medical term used…
Astaxanthin || CIIN’s Beauty Editor’s #1 Antioxidant Supplement
byHow many times were we sold on buying beauty products that promised bright glowing skin, less wrinkles and fine lines, collagen boosting powers and…
The 5 Most-Popular Skincare Ingredients of 2019!
byThis article will not be discussing the skincare staples that we cannot live without! IF you’re an avid follower of CIIN you will know…
The Derriere Trial
byFor years now the world has complained about the unrealistic expectations created by Instagram and the many apps and filters used to perfection. Well…
4 Nail Polish Trends That Will Take Over This Spring!
bySpring’s around the corner and this means updating our beauty arsenal including our nail polish shelf. To banish our winter blues…or greys, since this…
Ice Rolling || The ‘Coolest’ Beauty Tool Around
byThat dreaded early morning moment, when you take the first glimpse at your post late- night- out face. When you’ve indulged in a weighty…
10 Tips For A Flawless Fake Tan!
bySpoken from someone who literally gets palpitations the second she lies in the sun; I think it is safe to say that sun tanning…
CIIN’s 14 Beauty Essentials Available For Delivery Now
byYou choose. We deliver same day!
Beauty And The Beach || 5 Tips For A Perfect Bikini Body
bySoon enough we will all have one issue in mind. Are we bikini-body ready? If you’re looking forward to a vacation on sun-kissed sand,…
Ayah Mufleh Reviews KKW Glam Bible Palette!
bySimply put, I believe these are the best eyeshadow shades all in one palette! KKW’s Glam Bible Palette is the best palette to own…
The 4 Major Makeup Trends Worth Investing In Now!
byReading about new makeup trends might overwhelm those unassuming individuals who are simply into their mascaras and glosses. But the world of makeup is…
Rice Water Is J-Beauty’s Most Googled Ingredient!
byIt could well be that this is THE missing ingredient from your skincare routine that will give you your dewy-ist skin ever! Rice water…
The One Makeup Item You Can Skip This Season And Still Look Pretty!
byWhat’s the one makeup item you can never imagine surviving without? Why? Because I am 100% sure yours is going to be mascara.. Unfortunately,…
The 9 Tips You Need To Help You Rock A Red Lip!
byTalk of the perfect red lip will definitely increase around the time of Valentine’s Day. Doing it the Parisiennes way means that you go…
The Joys Of Homeoplasmine || The Ultimate Lip Balm
byTo be honest, I couldn’t resist but spill some beans about this out-of-this-world ointment.. Coming from an-ongoing-case-of-chapped-lips sufferer that I am, I am constantly…
6 Tips On How To ‘Cocktail’ Your Beauty Products!
byThe term “cocktailing” your beauty products have become a trendy term as of late, what with the ‘Yoga Skin’ craze that is going around….
Mature Skin & Adult Acne Dilemma || The Perfect Skincare Combo
byIt’s the age of grace! That’s when you are dealing with mature skin.. A dilemma that many suffer from is my subject matter today…..
Salt In Your Skincare || Explore It’s 5 Amazing Benefits!
byThere will come a time when some of your personal beliefs and assumptions will be tested and refuted; today is one of those days….
3 Facial Features That Will Keep You Looking Young All Your Life
byIt’s time we gave genetics some well-deserved attention! When it comes to aging, genetics play a big role, more like ‘the’ main role in…
Bassam Fattouh’s Eyebrow Pencil Is A Makeup Bag Must-Have!
byEyebrows have taken center stage during recent years. Different eyebrow shapes have come and gone however the thickness reigns supreme…thankfully. Let’s hope we never…
Got Dark Circles? This Permanent Tattoo Will End Your Misery
byTo say the least, the case of the under-eye dark circles is plain depressing, making one look exhausted, sleep deprived or sickly, almost like…
Bassam Fattouh’s Makeup Products Made It To Kim Kardashian’s Drawer!
byDespite the growing skepticism towards anything Kardashian related but we must admit that the most controversial clan on earth do know a thing or…
Our Beauty Editor Uncovers What Bassam Fattouh’s Cushion Like Primer Truly Covers
byPersonally, I was never a big fan of primers. I just felt that adding yet another layer after my serum, SPF-infused moisturizer or any…
All The Ingredients You Should Target In Your Anti-Aging Skincare Routine
byIn our ongoing quest for the right skincare products, we tend to get lost in terms of which products to use and most importantly…
Celebrity-Inspired Updos That Work For Every Occasion!
byAlways getting inspiration from Hollywood is never a bad thing. Celebrity hairstyles have always been the standard to follow throughout time; some hairstyles have…
Your Favorite Wool Scarf Might Be Culprit To This Skin Problem
byDuring winter, sometimes it’s humid with snow, sometimes bitter cold and dry, that’s the horrid situation winter weather brings along. We are all familiar…
The One Ingredient Your SPF Is No Good Without
bySo, you’ve already established a skincare regimen that religiously involves applying sunscreen. However, I am here to inform you that unless your chosen source…
Phytic Acid || The Gentlest Of All Acids
byIntroducing the gentlest acid out there. Neither an AHA nor a BHA, phytic acid -pronounced faytek- is an antioxidant.. When infused into skincare creams,…
8 Steps You Must Adopt Now For Healthy Aging
byAging is inevitable. It’s a fact of life. Avoiding it would be an illusion. However, slowing its progression is realistic. Always remember, what you’re…
Beware!! Your Makeup Is A Festering Ground For Bacteria!
byMakeup is a glorious thing isn’t it, but if you were to give a second’s thought to the amount of germs and bacteria that…
What Are PHAs And Do You Need Them In Your Skincare Routine?
byWe expect that by now you are well aware of your AHAs and BHAs if you are quite interested in skincare. The beloved exfoliating…
The Beauty Editor’s 6 Eye Opening Tips
byIt’s never a dull moment when it comes to beauty tips.. As evolving in nature beauty can be, this deems necessary to keep an…
Your Hair Straightener Is Damaging Your Hair But It’s Not What You Think!
byIf you have noticed that your hair straightener is not as effective as it used to be you are not imagining things. It turns…
Yes You Must Exfoliate Your Under-Eye Area || 5 Reasons Why!
byHow about you start putting your best skin forward? In other words, and by best skin, I refer to those newly-born budding skin cells,…
The Case Of Severely Chapped Lips || CIIN’s Lip Scripts
byGot flaky chapped lips? You’re not alone. The case of the round-the-clock dry lips, has all sufferers stocking up almost every spot around with…
Mastering The Art Of Strobing || Face Definition 101
byHighlighting and contouring have been enough used and overly abused.. We couldn’t agree more! The enough-with-the-highlighting-more-towards-matte trend that has become one of the 2019…
The Biggest Beauty Breakthroughs For 2019 || What The Experts Are Predicting
byThe beauty world is on the verge of major breakthroughs this year.. Experts are predicting many upgrade and enhancements when it comes to beauty…
Makeup Brushes 101 || Learn The Difference Once & For All!
byAdmit it! How many makeup brush sets have you invested in, only to find yourself using a couple of brushes while the rest sit…
8 Steps To Achieve Yoga Skin || Your Most Luminous Self Ever!
byThe term ‘yoga skin’ has crept around lately and knowing us we couldn’t help but investigate! Just like you would expect, the term implies…
Our Beauty Editor’s 7-Step Nighttime Skincare Routine
byJust as we hit all the high-points of our A.M. skincare routine, following an effective nighttime one proves to be far more significant.. Not…
Bella & Kendall’s Makeup Artist Mary Phillips Shares Some of Her Tips!
byYou’ve probably seen recent photos of Bella Hadid and if anything you’ve probably wondered about her recent increased levels of gorgeousness. We cannot vouch…
Got Cystic Acne? || Check Out The Anti Bump Solution
byWe’ve all struggled with cystic acne. That type of acne that develops deep in the skin and emanates sudden excruciating pain which develops into…
6 Things You’ll Wish You Never Did In Your 20’s
by‘I should’ve done things differently!’.. That’s what I was telling my 15 year old daughter, Leila, the other night as we were both indulging…
Hair Perfume || Add An Air Of Appeal With These Tantalizing Fragrances
byJust in case you were not aware of it, (usually most of us aren’t so don’t panic!), the fact that our manes tend to…
The 6 Benefits Of Using Retinol Body Lotions!
byIF you have incorporated retinol into your skincare routine then good for you, did you know however that there is a new trend of…
The 2019 Skincare Trends You Need To Educate Yourself About
byWhat’s hot and what’s not? A term we hear every change of season, that is when it comes to fashion. Fashion trends are basically…
10 Concealer Hacks Makeup Artists Swear By!
byDon’t you just love a good makeup hack when you see one! Then how about a whole bunch of hacks and all involving concealer…
2018’s Nine Most Asked Skincare Questions Answered
byIt’s resolution season, and when it comes to beauty I found that setting new skincare goals should be based on a solid know-how of…
Jarrah Honey is the New Superfood to Know!!
byManuka honey move aside….. there’s a new kid in town..enter Jarrah honey! A Western Australian product, Jarrah honey is a monofloral honey that comes…
3 Makeup Trends That Will Wane In 2019
byIf 2018’s makeup trends had one term of labeling that term would be ‘excess’.. To begin with, we have all boldly indulged in applying…
Your Essential Guide To Working Out Your Facial Muscles
byIn between the plethora of ways we – mere mortals – tend to address in the quest of optimal beauty, there lies an often…
9 Glitter-Makeup Looks To Take You To The Next Level!
byBreak down the glitter box, it is time to partayyyyyy! There is no better time like right now to start wearing glitter makeup that…
10 Eye Makeup Tips To Keep Your Eyes Looking Younger For Longer!
byIt happened suddenly! I used to be able to flick my liquid eye liner expertly with the tip perfectly angled and tapered. All of…
Hopping On A Plane This Holiday? Save Your Skin With These Worthy Tips!
byAs much as we look forward to holiday season especially when it involves going on vacation, we rarely understand how the simple act of…
Eyebrows As We Know Them Are OUT || Find Out The New Shape Here!
byThe eyebrows have taken centre stage these last few years, and come to think of it they are the single most prominent feature that…
8 Tips For Décolletage Care That You Should Start Doing Before It’s Too Late!
byGo on admit it…how much time do you spend caring for your face mornings and evenings? How much time do you spend researching skincare…
12 Fabulous & Easy Hairstyles To Carry You Through This Season!
byThe countdown to the New Year’s has officially begun, and with it come all sorts of last minute decisions… jumpsuit or sequin dress….or sequin…
9 Benefits You Can Reap When Life Gives You Lemons
byThis is the time to think up a hundred and one ways to use lemons when life offers them to you.. Lemons can become…
10 Red Lips & Dramatic Eye Pairings To Try Now!
byWe’ve always been told to highlight one feature and keep the rest of the face toned down when it comes to applying makeup. This…
Why Some South Korean Women Are Skipping K-Beauty All Together
byJust when we jumped on the Korean beauty bandwagon the women of Korea are embracing ‘skip-care’. Well, we aren’t that surprised actually, K-beauty is…
6 Dirty Hair Hacks That Will Save Your Day
byWe all go through that episode where we desperately try to to extend the life-span of good-looking hair when things get busy and we…
The Secret Of The Flawless Complexions That Reigned At The British Fashion Awards
byGazing at countless images of the celebrities who walked the red carpet at the British Fashion Awards yesterday and one can’t help but notice…
A Step-By-Step Guide To Applying False Lashes For Beginners by Ayah Mufleh
byLong, thick, and full eyelashes that frame the eyes are a symbol of beauty and femininity and on the wish-list of all females should…
Living Coral Is Pantone’s Color Of 2019 And We Couldn’t Be More Ecstatic!
byApproaching year’s end, of the most anticipated announcements is the Pantone Color of the Year. As soon as the shade is announced, I would…
Will Glow-Boosting IV Treatments Become The New Age Of Beauty?
byTo us, beauty always came in various forms and shapes; be it creams, serums, vitamin pills or treatments.. The thought of an IV drip…
5 Nail Polish Ideas To Replace Your Classic Red This Season!
byOne of my most favourite things during winter is to switch from the bright nail polish colors of summer into the cosy winter shades…
5 Things to Factor In Before Buying Your Next Vitamin C Serum
byDeemed essential by all dermatologist, one of the most potent ingredients in the world of skincare is vitamin C serum. That said, no skincare…
Gwyneth Paltrow’s ‘Goop Genes’ Promises A Wrinkle-Free Complexion
byIn Goop We Trust! If you’re a fan of Gwyneth Paltrow you will surely be aware of her Goop products.. The most recently launched…
Got Acne Scars? || Identifying And Healing The 2 Types Of Facial Scarring
byFact: Roughly 6 percent of all the pimples that appear on your skin will leave scarring behind.. And while acne prevention comes in as…
Vitamin E Gel Capsules || The One Supplement You Should be Getting this Winter
byWhile popping a vitamin E pill can have tremendous benefits when ingested such as improving cell function and boosting immunity, applying it topically on…
The Interesting Reason Behind Opening Our Mouths While Applying Mascara Revealed
byOne of the involuntary acts that our body tends to do is something familiar to all women out there.. Did you know that 9…
9 Party-Season Makeup Tips To Carry You Through The Festivities
byThe festive season is fast upon us and this means sparkle, glitter and shine. Not talking clothes here! Party-season makeup folks….this is THE time of year…
Stop Your Lips From Betraying Your Age With These Tips!
byOur lips are one of the first places to show signs of aging yet we’re none the wiser! Think about it, our lips do…
Scalp Detox || An Often Neglected Treatment
byThe moment you realize that scalp is actually skin that you can never observe seemingly, you will start giving this often overlooked zone a…
The Best Hair Part For Your Face Shape
byParting your hair can sometimes fall under the category of ‘unintended’, however, playing around with what you think is already established by default might…
Crease-Free Concealer Is Not So Hard To Achieve Anymore!
byI’ve been ditching concealer lately, and not because I’m completely rested that I don’t need it….more like that it’s caking and creasing and I’ve…
7 Hairstyles That Will Be Huge In 2019!
byDo you think this time of year is worthy of a new chop? Some might wildly agree, giving themselves free reign to completely transform…
Lip Powder || A New Innovative Lip Product That Lasts!
byLipstick, matte liquid lipstick, lip gloss, tinted lip balm, and finally lip powders! No, I’m not trying to impress you with my lip makeup…
This New Apple X La Roche-Posay Clip-On Device Detects Harmful UV Rays
byThanks to the brilliant collaboration between Apple and La Roche-Posay, the future of sun protection has officially arrived! When hi-tech meets beauty needs we…
An Injection To Eliminate Cellulite Is Coming Soon || But Meanwhile…
byYou have to give it to the magic of injectables! The amount of beauty concerns simply treated by one single injection has become unreal!…
Why You Should Consider Switching To Silk Pillowcases
byLittle did we know that sleeping on silk sheet sets is what puts beauty in ‘beauty sleep’! Turns out treating yourself with luxurious silk…
You Can Inject Semi-Permanent Makup On Your Face Now? But Would You Dare??
byHave you ever wished for a flawless complexion 24/7? Imagine waking up with a perfect spot-free face and never having to wear foundation or…
Do Lash Serums Really Work? || Our Top Picks
byLately I’ve been shopping around for the perfect eyelash enhancement serum, they are after all the secret to fuller, longer and plumper lashes.. Having…
Will Your Perfume Bottle Ever Expire?
byHere’s a question we’re guessing you’ve never asked yourself before, will your favorite bottle of perfume eventually expire? Unlike food, perfumes won’t physically expire…
The Powers Of Snow Mushrooms || Earth’s Most Hydrating Element Out There
byYou might wanna think twice before using fungus as one of your skincare ingredients, but we’re here toallow you to do yourself a favor and…
Acids, Scrubs, Or Enzymes || Tell Me How Do You Exfoliate? Part 1
byI still recall my attempts at exfoliating my skin when I was a teenager; I would get the popular apricot scrub of those days…
These 10 Calming Products Will Become Staples For Your Sanity
byWhen was anything calming not welcomed in our lives? Never! Between work and home, kids and travels life can get pretty messy and stressful,…
10 Expert Tips On Pre, During And Post Workout Skincare Routines
byHaving finally committed to religiously going to the gym I have noticed how much my skin looks better.. The glow is brightest right after…
Refine Your Beauty Routine With Skip-Care || The New K-Beauty Trend
byThere are several beauty rituals and products that we’ve adopted and have become mainstream for us but they were actually Korean imports; think sheet…
3 Smart Makeup Tips For Women With Mature Skin
byBeing someone who has loved wearing makeup all your life will never stop you from going on with your glam game later on in…
Tranexamic Acid || The New Acid That Will Transform Your Skin Now
byA new and slightly difficult-to-pronounce acid is on the horizon…and you will need to learn about it immediately if you want clearer skin by…
Glycolic Acid Or Retinol || Which Active Ingredient Should You Be Using?
byIt’s officially Fall, as the transition in weather calls for a few lifestyle changes, beauty routines automatically start shifting as well.. Our complexions are…
HydraFacials || What’s All The Fuss About?
byIf it feels like you’ve been hearing about Hydrafacials a lot lately then you’re absolutely right! Believe it or not, one hydrafacial is getting…
When It Comes To Youthful Hands || We’ve Got the Upper Hand
byOur hands tell a story, a story that suggests so much about our journey in life, sending messages about our health, past and professions…
Transitioning from Summer to Fall? Take These 5 Things Along
byNot so fast! You are probably shedding every piece of summer as we speak. Putting away all your beach clothing and even makeup shades….
Orbit Nails || The Latest Manicure Trend That Is Dizzyingly Exciting!
byIf you can’t take another coat of Essie’s Barefoot and Topless, we feel ya! Enter orbit nails, a take on the French manicure that is…