Ellana Mineral Cosmetics (Trinoma Kiosk)

  Yesterday, I bought some items from Ellana Mineral Cosmetics at their kiosk in Trinoma mall. It is my second time to really patronize a local make-up products brand. I already reviewed another local brand cosmetics before. Please do check it out in my previous post.

From what I read, one of the co-founder of Ellana Mineral Cosmetics is Theresa Carbonel-Buenaflor. Aside from being an entrepreneur, she's also a make-up artist. I have seen a lot of reviews online from popular vloggers about this local make-up brand. I can say I was impressed again. I think our local cosmetics industry now can definitely compete with foreign make-up brands.

Mineral make-up became popular because it is said to be a safe ingredient that can be used on the skin, whether you have an injured, acne-prone, and sensitive skin. It has gentle ingredients, and it will not clog your pores. I have tried a mineral make-up before from a foreign brand, and I am satisfied with it. I am using Korean cushion foundation now but I think I will revert back to using Mineral cosmetics because I'm not satisfied with my cushion make-up.

I have tried and tested Ellana's Mineral Cosmetic Powder Foundation at their kiosk, with the help of their sales staff, I was able to know which powder foundation matches my skin. I also bought their jar as a container for the powder foundation, dual make-up brush, make-up brush cleaner, palette as a case for the set of multi-purpose pigments. I also bought one of their lippies, and a highlighter. Aside from being animal friendly, eco-friendly, and also for sensitive skin. I just love the way they packaged their products. I love the drawings, and designs made by Soleil Ignacio. Check out my Phoebe palette.

I really splurged again this time! With all of these purchase, I got a free mineral powder foundation. Thank you to their friendly, and beautiful staffs in their Trinoma kiosk. I also like the resealable cosmetics bag, wherein they put all the products that I purchased. If you are looking for a make-up that is cruelty free and for sensitive skin, one that is suited for Asian/Filipina skin, you can definitely try Ellana Mineral Cosmetics and see for yourself. Happy Holidays everyone!

(Just an update, this 2019 I tried ordering from ellanacosmetics.com below are my purchases.)

Pricelist of the products that I bought as follows:

Ellana Mineral Cosmetics Product Price 
(as of December 28, 2018).

1. Daily Defense plus Color Corrector Primer with Japanese Camellia 'Tsubaki' Seed Oil - P899.00
2. Ellana Refillable Jar - P199.00
3. Hazelnut Mineral Powder Foundation with SPF-16 (Sale bundle buy 1 and the other pack is discounted) - P750
4. Phoebe Magnetic Make-Up Palette - P299.00
5. Multi-Purpose Pigment (can be used as eyeshadow and blusher) 4 shades
P199.00 each Butter Rum, Peach Passion, Fulfillment, and Flirtation.
6. Lip in Luxe in Love is a Gift shade (kiss-proof, water-proof, and long-wearing) P499.00
7. Eyeshadow and Highlighter in Dream shade - P299.00
8. Unscented Make-Up Brush Cleaner with Tea Tree Oil - P399.00
9. Stay Gorgeus Dual Make-Up Brush - P799.00

Additional Ellana Mineral Cosmetics (online order)

Ellana lip in luxe - Love is Amazing P499.00
Ellana Tinted Lip and Cheek Balm Stain - Pink Flamingo P399.00
Ellana Strawberry Vanilla Edible Sugar Lip Scrub P399.00
Ellana Magnetic Make-Up Palette P299.00
Ellana Flower Power Setting Spray P599.00

Laneige (Korean Make-Up)

  Two years ago, I have discovered this nice Korean make-up brand. I came to know this make-up brand in one of the tv commercials of Song Hye Gyo, wherein she uses a BB Compact Cushion. I really splurged a lot before when I bought a few Laneige make-up. The compact cushion that was recommended by the sales clerk was the anti-aging BB cushion in the shade of Sand. It comes with a free BB cushion of the same color. It is SPF-50.

Next, I bought a blush-on to go with it. I like the light color so I chose the no. 5 Glow Pink shade. I like it because it has that glittery effect. I have also tried their 2 tone lipstick which is called the lip bar. It is a moisturizer and a lipstick in one, in no.1 Cotton candy shade. I just made a mistake of choosing this lip color because its very light. It seems like I am just wearing a lip gloss. I also bought their 2 tone shadow bar, no.2 golden rose. All in all, I spent around $260. By far this is the most expensive make-up that I have bought. Since, my bill reached to up to P5,000.00 Philippines Pesos, I have received a freebie or giveaway. A small sampler of Laneige White Plus Renew Original Cream, and White Plus Renew Skin Refiner.

I am happy with the BB compact cushion. Right now, I am still using it. I'm done using the 1st compact, and the one that I'm using now is the free refill. It is almost gone now. Also, the blush-on is almost empty. I haven't really used the 2 tone shadow bar because I rarely wear eyeshadow.

Sadly, Laneige Philippines has closed its doors last January of this year. I have read that you can still order online in a few reputable online stores, but I really want to shop in a store where you can really see the products.

I will definitely recommend Laneige cosmetics. Because I am a satisfied user. I haven't experienced any break outs, and allergies on the duration that I have used their make-up. So its a 2 thumbs-up for me. (Since Laneige has no stores now locally, I switched to another popular Korean make-up line).