Faster internet at SM Supermalls with Globe partnership

SM Supermalls, in partnership with Globe Telecom Inc., boosts free internet services in selected SM malls nationwide starting November this year. With speedy and reliable internet connection, more shoppers and mall goers will be able to access everything they need online to make their mall-going experiences enjoyable, seamless, and convenient.

Being #AlwaysConnectedAtSM, customers can check out movie schedules, tune in to their social media accounts, book a ride and get first dibs on the latest dining spots and fashion finds that SM malls have in store for them. Mall goers only need to connect to @SMFreeWiFi via their mobile device, tablet, or laptop to enjoy one hour of free internet service.

To make the fun last longer, SM’s GoWiFi Auto will also be available for customers to experience up to 100Mbps of high-speed internet connection with affordable promo packages starting at P15/day. All they need to do is open their device’s WiFi settings, connect to @GoWiFi_Auto hotspot, and follow the easy step-by-step instructions on the pop-up screen.

Being two of the most loved brands, SM Supermalls and Globe have teamed up to provide mall goers access to high-speed internet services, and together, bringing new and extraordinary experiences in SM malls across the country.

For exclusive news about SM Supermalls, visit www.smsupermalls.com or follow SM’s official social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram; and get an insider access to all the fun happenings at SM Supermalls nationwide through SM’s Viber Public Chat. Tweet your thoughts, upload and share your photos about your memorable moments at SM, then use its official hashtag #EverythingsHereAtSM.

Hydrated, young-looking skin is now just a face mask away with Dermairis

Now, you can unmask the new you.

Dermairis officially launched in the Philippines last November at a private venue in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig.

Video Link: https://www.facebook.com/dermairisph/videos/1765283573765525/

Among the first to experience the breakthrough skincare product were top print and online lifestyle media, who were treated to a night of luxurious pampering by JW Healthcare Philippines (JWHP), the local sales subsidiary of JW Group, a leading pharmaceutical company in Korea.

JWHP General Manager Ms. Glenda Arceno (3rd from left) Dr. Crystal Roxas (middle) and Dermairis face Mica Tuballa with special guests at the launch event.


Glenda Arceno, JWHP’s General Manager, welcomed media guests and partners with a brief introduction of JWHP and JW Group.

According to Arceno, JW has presence in more than 45 countries. Its headquarters is located in the Gangnam area of Seoul, South Korea. The holding company controls several business groups, manufacturing facilities, and research centers, one of which is JW CreaGene, the developer of Dermairis.

Offering direct sales and marketing of JW products, JWHP has been in the country since August 2013. Dermairis, which follows a line of successful medical products such as pharmaceuticals, IV infusions, and antibiotics, marks JWHP’s expansion into the cosmeceutical space--and more innovative products are set to come.

“JW Group’s founding spirit is anchored in our respect for life. This is what motivates us in dealing with our patients and in dealing with our customers,” Arceno said.

Arceno’s declaration echoes the earlier statement of Jinam Oh, Finance Head of JWHP: “JW Group, with its founding principle of Respect of Life, strives to supply high-quality healthcare and cosmeceutical products to patients and consumers globally.”

This commitment to beauty backed by science was evident at the launch party, where JWHP invited the glamorous dermatologist Dr. Crystal Roxas to talk about the importance of skincare.

“The skin is the largest organ of the body and it is the organ that is exposed to the external world,” Dr. Roxas said. “The skin reflects the general mental and physical well-being. It’s a sacrificial organ because when you’re stressed, the first sign is seen on your skin.”

She recommended the basic routine of regular cleansing, exfoliation, toning, moisturizing, and protection, and taught the audience how to perform each step properly.

After a string of exciting games and prizes, it was time to unveil the much-awaited 4-in-1 face mask as the room decked in pink and blue decor erupted in revelry. Soon after the confetti had dropped, the Dermairis Mask promotional video was also shown for the first time.

Following the live music care of event host DJ Ana Ramsey of MOR 101.9, guests were treated to dinner, drinks, and a relaxing massage, the perfect way to cap a night of beauty and pampering.


Dermairis Mask
 
Dermairis Facial Mask comes in pink and blue variants.

                Porcelein-skinned Mica Tuballa is the face of Dermairis

Two variants of the Dermairis Mask were launched. The Dermairis Blue consists of air pockets that contain nutrients, while the Dermairis Pink uses soft microfiber that is finer than a hair strand.


  The Dermairis Mask stands out from other face masks because it offers four skin benefits--moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, elasticity, and whitening--by using 10 main ingredients, including JW’s two proprietary technologies.

The patented JW-EGF (CTP-EGF) penetrates the skin 5x faster than other EGF, making the Dermairis Mask more efficient than the rest. Meanwhile, AMF is not destroyed by time and blocks moisture evaporation for 120 hours. It therefore works more effectively than NMF (Natural Moisturizing Factor) found in other face masks, which reduces skin moisture retention.

The other eight main ingredients are hyaluronic acid, ceramide, adenosine, acetyl tetrapeptide, astaxanthin, snail secretion filtrate, botanical extracts, and niacinamide.

The Dermairis Blue has a suggested retail price of P70, while the Dermairis Pink is offered at an SRP of P150. The masks are available at leading beauty and wellness counters, drugstores, and skin clinics nationwide.

Top 5 reasons you should consider signing up with Smart for your iPhone X this Christmas

If you like binge watching on Netflix like I do, and would like to watch it on the new iPhone X, now is the best time to head over to your nearest Smart Store and grab that dream gadget everyone wants for Christmas.

After all, you deserve the best gift this christmas, with all the hard work,  struggles and office challenges you face every single day--at least you have the best smartphone in the world as your ally right?

The hype is real. X truly marks the spot for the latest iPhone craze. Here in the Philippines, iPhone X will be available starting December 1, from Smart. Now you can binge-watch shows from iflix, iWantTV, Netflix and stream all your entertainment content using the best iPhone to date.

Smart has started accepting pre-orders since Nov. 24 for the iPhone X at the Smart Online Store and at all Smart Stores nationwide, offering the device at only Php3,199 per month for 24 months.

With Php3,199 per month, this includes your monthly device amortization of Php1,700 and Plan 1499, which includes 9GB data, unlimited texts to all networks, 60 minutes of  calls to all networks, and free access to the app of your choice every month, plus 1 month Gadget Shield.  

To check Smart’s iPhone X offers, head to smart.com.ph/iPhoneX. With its feature-packed plans for the iPhone X, Smart is your best bet when it comes to finally getting iPhone’s premium 10th anniversary phone.

Here are top reasons you should consider signing up with Smart for your iPhone X this Christmas:

1.       Enjoy lower monthly cash-out at Php3,199 per month, charged to your monthly bill. Smart makes it easier for you to own the iPhone X at only Php 3,199 per month, inclusive of data, calls and text services.

Moreover, you can have your monthly device fee charged to your monthly bill at the get-go for greater convenience. As such, you don’t need to worry about coughing up a huge initial cash-out payment, or produce select credit cards.

2.       Get a better value plan with Php3,499 per month. Want to get more bang for your buck? With Php3,499 per month, Smart gives you a much lower total device cost as well as bigger data volume. Broken down, Smart’s Php3,499 per month offer includes your monthly device amortization of Php1,400 and Plan 1999, which comes with which includes 12 GB data, unlimited texts to all networks, 70 minutes of  calls to all networks, and free access to the app of your choice every month, plus 1 month Gadget Shield.

3.       Connect to the country’s fastest LTE. Smart lets you optimize the iPhone X by delivering the country’s fastest LTE connection, according to the latest study of independent tech firm OpenSignal.

4.       Enjoy up to 15 percent discount on select iPhone X accessories at Power Mac. Signing up with Smart gives you up to 15 percent discount on select official iPhone X accessories, such as cases and screen protectors, at Power Mac Center. You can avail of this offer if you order from Smart from November 24 until December 31, 2017. And you can redeem your discount until March 1, 2018.

5.       Get a FREE Belkin Wireless Charger for all approved pre-orders at the Smart Online Store or at select Smart Stores.

Sign up now at store.smart.com.ph and be among the first to get the iPhone X from Smart! 

KELLY CLARKSON, MARIAH CAREY BASK IN THE LIGHT OF “THE STAR”

Pop divas Kelly Clarkson and Mariah Carey make their marks this Holiday season in Sony Pictures Animation's The Star, a family film about the events leading up to the very first Christmas.

Clarkson provides the voice of one of the stable animals, Leah the Horse, while Carey composes and sings the film's title track.

In The Star, a small but brave donkey named Bo yearns for a life beyond his daily grind at the village mill. One day Bo finds the courage to break free and ends up befriending newlyweds Joseph and Mary. Mary’s kindness soon sets Bo on the adventure of his dreams. Along with three wisecracking camels and some eccentric stable animals, Bo follows the Star and become unlikely heroes in the greatest story ever told – the first Christmas.

Residents of the most famous stable in history who haven’t been able to sleep for nine months – ever since that star appeared in the sky. But Leah the Horse thinks the beauty of the spotlight is worth missing some sleep.

Grammy Award winner Clarkson, who plays Leah, says that playing a character suffering from a lack of sleep was maybe not a huge stretch. “I have four children, so I’m sleep deprived,” she kids. “Also, it was cool to be able to play a horse – I own a horse, because my daughter is an equestrian. It felt like the right time to play a Southern Belle who hadn’t had sleep in nine months.”

For Clarkson, it was gratifying to play a character in a story about faith. “For me personally, it’s so important – without faith, it would be a very lonely life,” she says. “I have to have faith in something bigger, the majestic world around us. And that’s what all of these characters are looking for – they’re all looking to be part of something greater than themselves.”

Meanwhile, Grammy winner Mariah Carey wrote and performs the title track for The Star’s soundtrack.

“The song was inspired by the beautiful way in which the story of Christmas is told in the film,” says Carey. “I thought about the star of Bethlehem while writing this song, but also about following your heart, following your dreams.”

“I’ve loved Christmas since I was a kid,” Carey continues, “even when we didn’t have any money and my mother would wrap fruit for a Christmas gift. It wasn’t about the gift – I just loved the spirit of Christmas.”

“When Mariah Carey walks in a room, you know ‘a star’ has arrived,” says composer Marc Shaiman. “But when it came time to co-write our song for The Star, she became only a great songwriter intent on getting her love of Christmas into the words and music. And when our song was complete, she proceeded to sing a thrilling vocal, filled with that passion. It was my honor to be able to share and help illuminate her joy.”

In Philippine cinemas December 6, The Star is distributed by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

KATY PERRY WITNESS: THE TOUR COMES TO ASIA ON APRIL 2, 2018

Tickets Go On Sale 11 December, 12 Noon 

In the wake of the North American tour’s stellar reviews and added concerts, Katy Perry announces the Asia leg of WITNESS: The Tour. Produced by AEG Presents and Ovation Productions, Katy Perry will visit Manila on 02 April 2018 at the Mall Of Asia Arena.

Besides Manila, WITNESS: The Tour Asia leg also includes Tokyo, Hong Kong, Taipei, Singapore, Bangkok and Jakarta. This announcement follows the addition of a South American leg in March, Mexico, UK and European legs kicking off in May of 2018, and an Australian/New Zealand leg commencing in July of 2018.

Tickets for the 02 April 2018 show go on sale 12 noon of 11 December 2017  via KatyPerry.com.

Ticket prices are P19,540/ 16,370/ 13,200/ 6,870/ 2,640. See itinerary via www.smtickets.com.  

The North American leg, which began in September, has received rave reviews.

“Eye-popping” – USA Today
“Ms. Perry was as confident and adept onstage as she’s ever been” –The New York Times 
“Enormous, colorful sets with eye-popping props, strong vocals that kept her at the front of top-40 live performers, and a presence now more refined than radicalized” – Los Angeles Times
“Fast-paced and fun” – Boston Globe
“Katy Perry’s Witness Tour Looks Are Out of This World” – InStyle 
 “Colorful, sparkling spectacle” – Billboard
“As concert productions go, Perry’s is the definition of top-notch and an Instagram dream: a highly choreographed, sensory overloaded assault that sparkles, swings, struts, and even flies.” – Variety


With Witness, Katy finds liberation, in the changes in her own life and in the world around her, delivering songs that inspire both thought and movement. The singles released thus far – the Platinum-certified “Chained to the Rhythm” featuring Skip Marley, and the singles, “Bon Appétit” featuring Migos and “Swish Swish” featuring Nicki Minaj – hint at the breadth of the musical and thematic elements found on Witness.

WITNESS: the Tour is an imaginative trip from outer-space to inner-space, from the planets to the bottom of our oceans, and a musical journey through Katy Perry’s biggest milestones and mega-hits right up to her latest album. The dramatically original staging means that there isn’t a bad seat in the house, when Katy brings out her band and dancers, along with all the bells and whistles.

WITNESS: The Tour is Katy’s first run since the sold-out, 151-date Prismatic World Tour, which concluded in 2015 and was hailed by Rolling Stone as "a show to damage retinas and blow minds." Sponsors include KATY PERRY PARFUMS.

Katy made her Capitol Records debut with 2008’s One of the Boys after signing to the label in 2007. She cemented her status as a global superstar with the follow-up album, Teenage Dream (2010). PRISM, her 2013 album, debuted at No. 1 on iTunes in 100 countries and has sold more than 12.5 million adjusted albums worldwide. With the singles “Roar,” “Firework” and “Dark Horse” each surpassing the 10 million threshold including song sales and streams, Katy is the first female artist to earn three RIAA Digital Single Diamond Awards. In her 10 years with Capitol, she has racked up a cumulative 18+ billion streams alongside worldwide sales of more than 40+ million adjusted albums and 125+ million tracks. She is the most-followed person globally on Twitter, and the first to surpass 100 million followers.


For additional information on Katy Perry, contact:
Ambrosia Healy, Capitol Music Group / Ambrosia.Healy@umusic.com
Kristen Kanopka, Capitol Music Group / Kristen.Kanopka@umusic.com

For AEG Presents and information on the tour, contact:
Fran Curtis / FCurtis@rogersandcowan.com
Cara Hutchison / CHutchison@rogersandcowan.com

For Ovation Productions and more info on Manila show
+632 532-8883 / enquiry@ovation.ph

or visit:
http://katyperry.com
http://twitter.com/katyperry
http://facebook.com/katyperry
http://instagram.com/katyperry
http://youtube.com/katyperry
http://www.vevo.com/artist/katy-perry

Going to Japan? Daisofy your trip with these travel must-haves

The snowy peak of Mt. Fuji, the busy streets of Tokyo, and the breathtaking temples and shrines of Kyoto are just some of the amazing sights you’ll see in Japan. This is why it comes as no surprise that many Filipinos are itching to pack their bags and pay a visit to the Land of the Rising Sun.

For those planning on taking that much-awaited Japan trip, start your expedition right by packing travel essentials from Daiso Japan. The store is your instant Japanese fix with products ranging from cute bento containers to innovative gadget accessories. 

In the travel show Japan Japan 47 (Juan Big Travel), 3-minute #DaisofyYourLife segments feature quirky and interesting travel essentials from Daiso Japan that make for an easy way of travelling around the 47 prefectures of the beautiful country.

Travel must-haves include a cute bright green passport set that can help organize passports and other important documents to get any traveller through airline gates in a breeze.

There are patterned cosmetic bags or organizers and refillable containers that can also store toiletries like toothbrushes, soaps, shampoos and tissues for a hassle-free trip.

Another travel staple is the monopod that can help capture the most Instagram-worthy selfies while standing in the middle of the stunning Arashayima Bamboo Grove at Kyoto, the iconic Shibuya Crossing at Tokyo, or other scenic destinations.

After a long day of taking photos, walking around and wandering off to colorful new destinations like the Geisha district in Gion or Harujuku shopping district, it’s best to get some rest and unwind. Daiso Japan helps make hotel stays more comfy and relaxing with foldable slippers that come with their own plastic case for easy carrying.

Check out your nearest Daiso Japan branch and grab some of these cool finds. Follow the store on Facebook @DaisoJapanPH to see how you can Daiso-fy your trips.

Concert For A Cause: Singing Priests Hold Fundraising Concert For Bahay Pari

Muziklero is composed of seven priests from the Catarman Diocese of Northern Samar. The group was formed from their desire to offer their talents to raise funds for the many projects of the Diocese. These musically-inclined priests are also ambassadors of the calling, as they want to show the public, especially the youth that priests can also enjoy simple normal activities such as singing and enjoying music. “This was formed as a campaign for more vocations, sending put the message that priests are normal people who have a special calling to serve God through priesthood.”

One of the Muzikleros’ advocacies is to support the Bahay-Pari, with fundraising concerts such as the one that will be held on December 11, 7pm, at the Skydome of the SM North Edsa in Quezon City. The proceeds of the concert will go toward the medical assistance and retirement homes of priests who are in their twilight years of being in God’s service. “We want to acknowledge their service rendered to the Diocese and as an expression of our gratitude to them we feel obligated to give them this gift,” says Rev. Father J. Tendoy, the Co-Pastor, Team Ministry.

He adds that through the concert, the audience will be able to witness and appreciate a different side of their priesthood. “We are showcasing our God-given talents for a noble cause” as we show that singing is part and parcel of our priestly ministry.”

The concept was decided upon by the group and since it is Christmas, they want to bring the message of the newly born babe on a poorly clad manger through songs. Fr. Ronie Tendoy, Fr. Gervacio Osias, Fr. Jimel Varela, Fr. Alan Abalon Jr, Fr. Julius Balanquit, Fr. Wendell Rotamola, and Fr. Ryan Opeña will regale the audience with their repertiore of Gregorian chants, Contemporary music, and also Christmas songs sung in Waray. Special guests are Quatro Uno, Katrina Mas and Comedian Reynold Lagrimas, who is also known as Pooh, who also hails from Northern Samar is a special guest.

The Muziklero Christmas in the City concert is made possible through the generosity of the SM Foundation and the Sinag Arts Foundation. For ticket details, please contact Rhoda Opeña at 09954912652(globe), 09300525577, Josie Espiña at 09176284690(globe), 09228286652(sun), 618-3591(landline).

Those who would also like to send cash donations for the building materials to be used for  the construction of Bahay Padi,  you may get in touch with Fr. Alan B. Abalon Jr., Diocesan Finance Officer at 09175122868, fralan139@gmail.com or deposit donations at the Metrobank Catarman branch, at the account of The Roman Catholic Bishop of Catarman – Balay Padi, 346-3-346501694.

GCash ScanToPay now available at SM Store

Christmas shopping is in full swing and that means the lines at the ATM machines are probably just as long as the queues for the MRT.

But you dont have to worry about that now, as long as you have the GCash App installed on your mobile phone.

After boosting its partnership with the Ayala Malls last month, Globe GCash is now partnering with the SM Store which means you can simply shop and ScanToPay at all SM Stores nationwide and at the information booths of SM malls.

This development makes it more convenient for customers to do their shopping, especially this holiday season as shoppers can already easily pay for their purchases without the need to bring cash.

Using GCash scan to pay method is like a walk in the park. A customer with a smartphone only needs to either download or update to the latest version of the GCash App, create an account and fund the GCash wallet through cash-in centers located across the country. Once done, the customer just has to tap on Scan QR and point the phone’s camera at the item’s QR code to pay.

The SM  Store is the latest addition in a growing list of merchants which have embraced the GCash App scan to pay feature. Among the early adopters are Mercato Centrale in Bonifacio Global City and Ayala Malls, particularly Glorietta.

Anthony Thomas, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mynt, the financial technology company owned by Globe Telecom, Ant Financial, and Ayala Corp., said they have already begun the rollout of the QR code acceptance.

“We’re not installing a device but just a sticker with a QR code. The customer simply scans that sticker so no need for additional machines for transactions and there’s no cost to the machine but more benefits to the merchants. Cash is still convenient but there’s also the issue of security and handling. With GCash scan to pay feature, we’re bringing that down to the level where merchants can adapt,” Thomas explained.

With the addition of The SM Store, the use of the GCash scan to pay feature continues to gain support among the top malls and merchants in the country.

Other well-known merchants currently using the feature are the Max’s Group of restaurants, apparel brand Bench, and international brands specialty retailer Stores Specialists, Inc. (SSI). Smaller sellers located at celebrity bazaar destination Noel Bazaar and in Mercato have also adopted this new cashless payment option.

Over the next few months, GCash will continue to aggressively roll out the use of the scan to pay feature in other locations nationwide to encourage more people to use it and enjoy its benefits.

 

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