December 2012 Hit Listers

Hi guys. This is way overdue, but better late than never. =) I've been so busy prepping up new requirements for my new job, and it's taking quite too much of my time. Anyways, before the new year started, here are some of the stuff that made me happy.

1. Neutrogena Deep Clean Blackhead Eliminating Cooling Toner
- Out of all the toners I've tried, this is probably the coolest because it actually feels cool when put on, and it stays that way for quite a while.It also helps my pimples dry up. Review of this to follow

2. 4u2 dreamGirl Touch Loose Powder
-When I ran out of my second BB powder from 4u2, my shade was not yet available so I decided to try this loose powder type. It's actually pretty good, not much coverage but good still.

3. Ellana Mineral Blush in Tryst
-I've had this for a while but I it's only last month when I really started using it all the time. Read my review here

4. Lip Smacker's M&M Lip Shake Gloss in Raspberry & Milk Chocolate
- This one's given to me by my sister for Christmas, and it rocks. It tastes just like chocolate and it smells so good.

5. Bath & Body Works Twisted Peppermint Hand Soap

-This hand soap smells so Christmas-y that it was so perfect to use. Plus, it has particles that felt good to use for scrubbing.

6. Neon Necklaces

- These necklaces brings a cool statement to any outfit. I only have two for now but I'm definitely buying more. Hello DIvisoria! =)

7. Sungkyunkwan Scandal/Secret Love
-Most of the K-dramas I see or will see on TV nowadays are either melodramas or sageuk inspired. Sungkyunkwan Scandal is a gender bender historical drama that I actually enjoyed watching. Park Min Young and Park Yoochun rocked their roles, and Song Joong ki was just adorable.

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8. NCIS
-Of all the police procedural shows I've watched, NCIS would have to be my most favorite. It's funny, witty, and spot-on. It also has a set of characters that I enjoy watching. The Dinozzo and Mcgee tandem is just plain hilarious.

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9. Nail Polishes
-I'm "reviving" my love for nail polishes, and I've purchased quite a few last December. Hopefully, I'd be able to use them all before they dry up.

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10. The Beauty Department (thebeautydepartment.com)
-From hairstyles, make-up tips to nail art designs, The Beauty Department has always been my go-to website. I've been an avid reader for so long that it's actually the first site I visit when I go online. Here's their latest post.

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I'll make sure to follow this up with my January list. Have a great day! Cheerio!

Ellana Mineral Powder Blush in Tryst

Hi guys. As promised, and because I totally forgot to put up an entry yesterday, here's my take on the Ellana Mineral Powder Blush in Tryst.


This is actually my first purchase from Ellana, and after using this blush, definitely not my last. When I bought this, all they had displayed was the regular sized ones (I think they were 4g or was it 2.5g? Sorry I can't remember but they are 180 bucks each) but because of Ms. Marge's entry, I figured I should ask for the trial size instead, just in case we don't get along. =)


I spent a few minutes trying to figure out which color to buy, too long maybe because the SA already sorted the blushes out for me (maybe I was taking too long). When she mentioned that Tryst has a matte finish, I was sold. I'm not actually a big fan of shimmery blushes.

Pros:
1. Affordable. You can choose to buy a trial size or a regular size. Btw, this trial size one is 100 bucks for 1g
2. Very pigmented, so a little goes a long way
3. Staying power is also good. When used alone, it lasts for about four hours (the color fades, but the glow-finish stays on), but when I top it over my Etude House Cream Choux Blusher in Peach, it stays on the whole day
4. Although it looks shimmery at first, it does have a matte-ish finish and it gives your skin a natural -looking glow


Cons:
1. My heart kinda sank when I opened the paper bag because mine had scratches all over the lid, and since it's silver around the edges, the scratches were very visible.
2. As all mineral products I've encountered (had the same problem with my Maybelline mineral foundation) it was kinda messy


Nonetheless, I can say, with all honesty, that I love this blush. I'm looking forward to buying and testing out the other colors. You should try Ellana's products too, and see how they work for you. Cheerio!

Look What I Bought: Mini Version #1

Hi. I've been itching to do, and post, a make-up haul, for the longest time. I've done beauty hauls before, but I never really thought of taking pictures of the items that I purchased. So, darn. Haha. Anyway, here's my first post of a super-mini haul. I hope next time I'd get to write an entry about a massive haul.

Ellana Mineral Powder Blush in Tryst (Sample Size)

E.L.F. Eyelid Primer in Sheer (I actually bought this last week, but I figured it'd be fine to include it here)

Saizen Long Lash Mascara in Black

That's about it. I'll check out these products first, then I promise, to try, to write a review about each of 'em. Have a good weekend! Cheerio!