To bring this year to a close, I would like to present you with the beauty products that have remained my favorite over the past twelve months.  I consider these to be my “holy grail(s)” of beauty products, which I simply cannot give up. They are the products that do a fantastic job and that actually end up getting used till the very last drop, instead of just being expensive pretty bottles that sit untouched on your bathroom shelves.

Tadaaa! The five best products of the year!

First of all, I would like to nominate Pai Rosehip Oil as an absolute must-must-must-have. Immediately after the first application of this facial oil, the skin is noticeably fresher, more radiant, and restored. The skin regenerates itself and actually stays that way. The reason that this oil is so effective is that it contains a high level of transretinoic acid, which converts into vitamin A in the skin. It’s most definitely the best thing you could be covering your face with.

The products from Dr.Alkaitis are an integral part of my beauty routine. Truthfully, I love all the products, but I use the organic cleanser everyday. The cleanser works so well due to its effective and thoroughly cleansing of my skin without irritating it, drying it out, or any of that other funny business. I also enjoy the herbal scent because I feel reassured that I am not torturing my skin with chemical mischief. All of the products of Dr. Alkaitis are raw & vegan.

Another great beauty love of mine is RMS. Yes, it’s true—I love RMS. I use products from Rose-Marie Swift (the lovely lady who has created this phenomenal line) every single day. Ms. Swift is a make-up artist for all the high-end luxury spreads, like Vogue, Allure, and Elle, and, therefore, she has a reliable and impressive connection to cosmetics. Her experience is evident in her products, which are all easy to use and create a charming and natural result. If that isn’t reason enough, the products all contain nourishing & rejuvenating ingredients.

My personal favorite is the Living Luminizer.  It’s the absolute perfect highlighter with a super long shelf life. In terms of eye shadow, I alternate between Solar and Magnetic—these shades truly make my eyes pop. It’s true love indeed.

On a small end note, because I love to listen to them so much, here are my top three musicians of the year. Give a little cheer—after all, we are still in the holiday season.

1. Morrissey – World peace is none of your business
2. Lykke Li – I Never Learn
3. Cold Specks – Neuroplasticity

Friends, I wish you a very cozy and pleasant holiday celebration with lots of food & drink (knock yourself out and forget your dietary restricts for now), as well as a fabulous New Year’s Eve bash with lots of glitter, champagne, & Rock ‘n’ Roll. See you in 2015!

Cheers!