September-October Haul!

Hi everyone! This is actually a collection of the items that I've purchased last September and this month of October. Just want to share it with you! :)

I bought this compact hair dryer last month. And would you believe, I got this for only 150php ($4)? Yes! 150 Pesos! First of all, this caught my eye since it's purple and I instantly fell in love with it.. not taking into consideration about the durability. Lo and behold, the first time I've used it, I was amazed coz it performs really well. This has cool setting too! Yeah, I don't need a "heavy duty" one to dry my hair! LOL This is such a steal! Love it! :) Note: This is my first time to own a hair dryer. LOL!

I got this ceramic compact straightener from Vidal Sassoon. This costs around 1,500php but since they're on sale, I got this for only 1,300php ($30). At first, I was hesitant about the price coz I'm not looking for a "heavy duty" pricey curling iron. Yes, curling iron! LOL I decided to try this out since this is a 2-in-1 straightener/ curler plus this is the most affordable in the mall. LOL! Hmmm.. if only they have this in purple, it would be perfect! :( Anyway, this works really great, it has an on and off switch and a light indicator. And it has a 2-year warranty too! :)

I got this anti-tangle comb from Landmark last week for only 49.75php ($1).At first glance, this one looks like a straightener but the comb is actually noticeable so it caught my attention. It looks nice and pretty cool. Hmm..it works great as well! :)

 I purchased this c-lium fiber in capsules from Watson's. The box contains 50 capsules for around 100php ($2). This is not my first time to take this product. Last year, I have tried this in the husk form but I just couldn't take the texture and taste, so I've stopped. This is actually way convenient since it's in the capsule form. The downside is actually the recommended dosage, 5 capsules twice a day? seriously?! That's too much! When I've tried the husk form, one sachet is enough per day. Uggghhh. I decided to take 2 capsules per day, LOL!

 This water-based facial moisturizer from Celeteque works great. I've consumed a 50mL already. I've decided to get this in 100mL this time since it's on sale! I got this for only 188php($4) from the regular price of 209php. Yeah, not much difference. LOL

 I got this San San BB cream from HBC for only 149.75php ($3) Actually, I've been waiting for this for the longest time. Every time I visit HBC outlets, this product is out of stock. So, I was totally excited when I got this especially that it's in the shade Natural, not the Beige which is too dark.

I got this San San concealer from HBC as well for only 80php (around $2). I also have this in Natural but that's too light so, I decided to get another one in Beige. The shade is perfect on my skin. This one works great as long as you use it minimally, it tends to crease up if you apply a lot on your under eyes.

YAY! Artist Studio brushes!!! I can say that these brushes are amazing! I own a couple of brushes and I was impressed so I've decided to add more to my collection. They works really great, super soft and non- shedding plus they're sooo affordable! love them! It was perfect, they're on sale when I purchased these. :)

From left to right: liner brush @ 36.75php (80cents), concealer brush @45.75php ($1), slanted eyeliner brush @45.75php ($1)

From left to right: slanted fluffy brush @ 27.75php (64 cents) , soft dome brush @ 54.75php ($1)

I got this Essence long lasting eye pencil for 150php($3). I was originally looking for a white auto eye liner from L.A. colors  however it was out of stock that time so I just decided to pick up this one from Essence instead in the shade,silver. The shade is pretty as well. Long lasting indeed! :)

I got this lip pencil from Nichido in the shade Rosette for only 90php($2). This is my first time to own one and based on the reviews online, I must try this one! The shade is pretty neutral and the pencil glides well on the lips, make sure to exfoliate beforehand.

I got this pretty false eyelashes from Landmark for only 19.75php (45 cents). It contains the lash glue already! So excited to try these out!

I got these hair velcros for only 19.75php (45 cents) from Landmark. This packet contains 8 pieces, 2 pieces per color (blue,white,black and pink). These are important whenever I am doing my makeup to prevent my hair from disturbing it.

I got this facial sponge from Landmark for only 14.75php (30 cents). This is just for basic retouching.

I got this eyebrow tweezers for 113php (around $3). It has a container which makes it super cute,right? if only they have this in purple..I would be so happy! :) It works great, too!

This neon yellow nail polish from Caress is super cute! I got this for only 22.75php (50 cents).

I just recently discovered that I can use this NYX powder blush in taupe as a contour powder so I've ordered this online for 260php ($6). I'm so excited to try this out! :)

I also ordered this NYX jumbo eye pencil in Milk online for 180php ($4). This would be perfect in brightening the eyes. So excited to use this!:)

Last but not the least, I got this ELF cream eyeliner in black for 160php (around $4) online. I've read so many raves about this product so I've decided to give it a try.

So, these are the latest addition to my makeup collection. Share your thoughts on the comment box below.:)

mini haul part 2

Hi everyone! It's been a while, I knowww... So sorry! :(

Anyway, just wanna share with you these stuff that I got recently. :) So excited for these, actually! *wink

Let's start with the ones that I've purchased...

YES! This is the K-Palette Zero Kuma Cover Control Concealer in 03 that is worth a whopping Php895 at Beauty Bar, hoping that this is really what I need for my under eyes! This is actually a birthday gift to myself. And to tell you honestly, I somehow regret purchasing this. Yeah, it really makes a difference but it just won't stop creasing! Ugghh, quite disappointing..plus, it doesn't stay on even for 8 hours! I don't understand why I got this for Php895 while when I've checked on their website, this is only for Php795, I don't know if it's because of the additional shipping fee when you order it online.

Yup, the tube only contains 13g of the product. The fact that the tube is not filled completely really pisses me off. The tube is so tiny and yet it's not full! *sigh

Forgive me for the rant. LOL Anyway, let's talk about the other stuff that I've got.

Yes, it's the Monistat Anti-Chafing Gel that I use as a foundation primer. *wink I 've ordered this from The Vanity Zone for Php400.This product may be from Monistat but it is definitely NOT FOR YEAST INFECTIONS, so STOP saying it's GROSS to apply it on your face! :D The tube contains 42g of product and this really goes a loooong way since I just need a pea-size for the entire face already. :)

See? It's not intended to treat Yeast Infections. Are you convinced now? LOL

Let's now go to the fun part. YAY I won the third prize in The Vanity Zone's Grand Anniversary Giveaway!!!

Well, honestly I would be happier if I won the first or second prize. LOL

Kidding aside, these stuff are great. Thank you so much The Vanity Zone for these! I love them! :)

Ellana Minerals: FREE SAMPLES

Hi everyone! Hope you are all doing great :)

Today, I'm gonna talk about the free samples that I got from Ellana Mineral Cosmetics. I just learned last week that they are giving away free samples for quite a long time now so I didn't hesitate to take advantage! :)

All you have to do is visit their website http://ellanaminerals.com then just click free samples on the menu bar and there, you will see their Free Sample request form! Just be notified that shipping fee is not included. Fair enough! :)

So, when I've sent the request form..I received an e-mail telling me that I will be receiving 2-perfect blend foundation, 1-concealer, 1-translucent finishing powder and 1-blush (1/4 tsp each in zip lock bags) that will best match my skin color/undertone. Courier fee within Metro Manila is Php50 and I can either settle the payment through  bank deposit or Gcash. So, I opted to send the payment through Gcash since that method is convenient for me then I e-mailed them  for payment verification purposes. And since according to them, order processing and delivery usually takes 3-4 days, I was not actually expecting that I'll be receiving the package 2 days after the payment. YAY!

I just received these last night. Hmm.. kinda wondering why are they not in zip lock bags as stated on the e-mail. Anyway, who am I to complain? Hey, I got these for free (I mean, shipping fee isn't), right? LOL

Here are the samples with the respective swatches. By the way, I have a medium skintone and warm undertone so, these are the shades they sent me (from left to right) : Caramel latte - foundation perfect blend, Espresso con Panna - finishing translucent powder, Lust- peach pink blush, Macchiato- foundation perfect blend, Smile- concealer

I don't know yet when am I going to test these out but honestly I'm just kinda bothered with the packaging, samples are placed in a paper envelope so some of the products are wasted when you try to open it. Aside from that, the packaging just makes them quite difficult to store properly! Honestly, "zip lock bags" as what they stated on the e-mail would be better.

Anyway, thank you Ellana Cosmetics for the samples :) Hope you guys would try these out as well! :)