Ellana Lip Scrub & Lip Treatment

Flaky, dry lips ain't a pretty sight specially when you're all dolled-up. Even the prettiest lipstick in the planet won't be as pretty if you apply it on dry, cracked or peeling lips. This dynamic duo is like a soothing balm for my parched pouties... It's safe and it's natural.

Ellana Lip Scrub & Lip Treatment

From the website: Get soft and supple lips instantly. This rich and moisturizing creamy treatment is best used for dry lips. Based on natural plant extracts and butters to keep your lips kissably soft. Absorbs easily. Contains NO petroleum.

From the website: Our Lip Scrub contains loads of natural moisturizers and oils to exfoliate hard and flaky lips . Keeps your lips baby soft, pink and smooth. Simply rub it on your lips gently and wipe with a tissue. Contains NO petroleum.

I say: This product truly delivers. I enjoy using the scrub. It has a gritty consistency, like that of sugar. Right after scrubbing, my lips instantly felt soft and smooth. But what I really, really love is the Lip Treatment. I'm amazed how it can SERIOUSLY soften my lips. No waxy and heavy feeling...it just glides and slides on my lips ---- AMAZING!! At first you'd think it's really shiny and uber glossy, because of the way it feels on the lips but I was surprised when I looked in the mirror that it's barely noticeable. The vanilla flavor is a bonus...so yummy I can't believe it's not edible ^_^ I use it at night before going to bed. The scrub I use whenever I feel flakiness on my lips. For some, the treatment could be better if it's in a tube to avoid double dipping. Honestly, I don't mind at all! I just make sure that I have clean hands ( or fingers ^_^) before I dip it.

Both scrub and treatment come in three flavors, Vanilla Bean, Strawberry Kiss, Cucumber Melon. Both contains Macadamia Nut Oil, Avocado Oil and Shea Butter. I guess the difference is the scrub contains sugar. I tried licking my lips after scrubbing and it has a sweet taste ^_^

Will I buy again? YES, YES, YES!

You can get it online at Ellana Mineral Cosmetics. It's a steal at 150PhP per 10g tub (~$3 approx), and yes they ship internationally.

How about you...What makes your lips soft and kissable?

'Til then...

xoxo

My First Tag ^_^

Cabyness tagged me!! --- 6 things that make me happy. There's a lot really, it won't take much to make me happy =) Here's my top 6:

1. I would really feel ecstatic if I could fit in to my pre-mommy clothes or better yet waking up one day and discover that all my clothes are loose which means I would be needing a new wardrobe...YAY!!

2. The sound of baby laughing never fails to brighten my day...that gurgly laugh! =)

3. Lying down on freshly laundered sheets after a tiring day! with matching down pillows...zzzz

4. The aroma of freshly-baked bread wafting from the kitchen...HOME!

5. The look of nudes and pinks on the face.....spells only one word, FRESH!

6. Planned or spur of the moment, I always find enjoyment in short out of town trips with my family. Would never trade it for anything...except maybe for a cruise also with family of course =)

I will tag:

golden of One Proud Mom, One Proud Wife

donnarence of My Lucid Intervals

ems tan of Twinsouls888

soapaholic of confessions of a soapaholic

nicole of xxnikkidooxx

eyezaddiction

'Til then, stay pretty!

xoxox

Eco Organics

I happen to pass by the Big Tent bazaar in Don Antonio last weekend, and boy...was I suprised to see hordes of people coming and going. I heard it's one of the most sought-after bazaars in Quezon City today. Slots are hard to come by as it's always fully booked specially during Christmas season. There were a lot of familiar Multiply sellers present. One product that caught my interest was a Eco Organics. They sell organic whitening soaps, organic hand sanitizers and organic insect repellent and guess what?----it's BUY1 TAKE1!! All 3 items are priced P80.00 (~$1.7) and of course you get 2...a steal! Here is what I got... I skipped the insect repellent tho as I still have a couple of also organic ones in my stash.

The hand sanitizer smells hmmm...organic. I can detect the tea tree and eucalyptus content. As for the soap, I have yet to try it. It says in the package it's a botanical whitening and spot-correction soap...that I still have to see. It's also proudly Philippine -made! Check out their multiply site here to know more about their products. Oh and by the way, the buy1-take1 thing is only offered in bazaars :-(

Nice packaging I must say ^_^

I will post a review on the soap after I use up 1 bar.

'Til then...

xoxo

Find Out Your BBW Signature Scent

I am cuddly. Sweet Pea is my BBW scent. It's quite accurate I must say. Why don't you click on it and give it a try. It's fun actually =)

V&M Anti-Bacterial Brush Set

At last V&M (Venus & Mars) 5-pc anti bacterial brush set is here!! It was delayed in transit. It came all the way from HongKong. But nonetheless it's here! yipee!!

How many set of brushes should one makeup junkie own?? I'm not even that of a junkee (yet) but I already have 3 sets of brushes not to mention the individual elf brushes and a couple of MACs (given as a gift). I guess everyone here knows how it all goes in our minds....you finally have the brush that you've been lemming for...all contented and happy (hu- hummm) Suddenly this brush/es comes along which everyone is raving about and you'd say to yourself...oh well, another set wouldn't hurt ^_^ Well this was exactly what happened when I came across this brush set in multiply (hi Jamie!)

Features:

1. Anti-Bacterial - you can now spare yourself from washing your brushes twice to four times (if you're lucky and you're not tobusy or if you're acne-prone) a week to make sure you don't put bacteria on your face!

2. Made from delicate vegan taklon hair - the most expensive synthetis hair.

3. Best for mineral makeup but can also be used for traditional makeup

4. Brush pouch has side pockets to put your MMU tubs and lippies in.

( foundation brush)

THE BRUSH SET INCLUDES:

1. Body/Face Buki Blush Brush
The fluffy soft bristles of the face buki brush can transform any dull day into all that's bright and rosy. It is very flexible and easy to use. It helps you create a very natural yet professionally done makeup. With just the right shape and proportions, it is sure to take hold of just the right amount of V&M minerals that will make you look fab in no time.

2. Foundation Buki Brush
The soft bristles allow for smooth application of liquid foundation. Maybe using this brush is even better than using a stippling brush! *wink* Create a more natural-finish with this elegant and intricately-designed foundation buki brush by highlighting your most loved features.

3. Angled Shader and Crease Buki Brush
The crease brush is round and facilitates contouring and blending. It is great for getting color in the crease while softly blending color out.

4. Eyeshadow Buki Brush
This extra soft eye brush is great for applying all eye shadows. It gives great coverage from lid to brow. These brushes are designed to buff on the perfect amount of minerals for the most natural, flawless application. Only the finest quality of hairs are used to make buffing feel like second nature.

5. Concealer Buki Brush
With this concealer buki brush, applying concealer will be such a breeze! Whether you want to apply it wet and dry, this brush will surely help you create the look you're aiming for!

6. Pouch

(Face Brush)

I say:

1. Brushes are all nice and soft to the touch

2. Passed the tug and pull test (no shedding)

3. No bleeding

4. Hair is dense (much more as compared to the kabuki brush of eco tools)

5. Foundation brush applies liquid foundation smoothly (likey!)

6. Nice pouch, it has that leather feel to it

7. Elegant looking red, shiny handles

8. Not really for carrying around due its size (kinda big to put in your bag)

(nice and shiny red handles ^_^)

Overall, the brush set is superb. The stars of the set are the foundation brush and the blush brush. What's good about this brush is that, for the price (in the price range of ecotools), it already comes with 2 eye shadow brushes. If only it's a tad smaller then it would be easier to ditch in your bag.

How much? P1099 (~$23 approx)

Where? V&M

'Til next!

xoxo