The Metrobank Foundation presents "The 2019 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos"

THE 2019 METROBANK FOUNDATION OUTSTANDING FILIPINOS (top row L-R): Dorothy S. Tarol, Ph.D; Ricardo T. Jose, Ph.D.; Eva Maria C. Cutiongco-dela Paz, M.D.; Cristina B. Cristobal, Ph.D.; (bottom row L-R); MSgt. Ramil A. Caporas PA; Major Romulo G. Dimayuga II PN (M); Lt. Col. John Paul D. Baldomar PA; PCol. Edwin A. Quilates; PMaj. Robert A. Reyes, and PCMS. Marsha T. Agustin, RSW

Metrobank Foundation recently presented the 2019 Top 10 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos in a press conference  held at Marquis Events Place, Taguig last August 8. They were composed of 4 teachers, 3 soldiers and 3 police officers. All of them will receive a cash prize of P1Million each. 

As a career-service award for Filipino exemplars in the academe, military, and police sectors—ten (10) Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipinos were presented, composed of 4 teachers, 3 soldiers, and 3 police officers to the members of the media. Each awardee will be awarded with a cash prize of PhP 1 million each (net of tax), a golden medallion, and “The Flame” trophy during the formal conferment ceremonies on September 4 at the Metrobank Plaza in Makati City as part of Metrobank’s 57th anniversary celebration. 

A Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipino is steered by the value of “Beyond Excellence”, raising the bar of excellence in their respective fields. Their contributions speak of service beyond one’s selfbut to their sectors and in the larger community, inspiring their peers. Their service and community involvements have helped shape better communities and created a lasting positive impact upon the people.  

THE 2019 METROBANK FOUNDATION OUTSTANDING FILIPINOS

Recipients of the 2019 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipino Award for Teachers are : (1) Dorothy S. Tarol, Ph.D., Master Teacher II, Special Education-Integrated School for Exceptional Children (SPED-ISEC) (Iloilo City); (2) Cristina B. Cristobal, Ph.D., Special Science Teacher 5, Philippine Science High School Main Campus (Quezon City); (3) Ricardo T. Jose, Ph.D. Professor 12, College of Social Sciences and Philosophy, University of the Philippines Diliman (Quezon City); (4) Eva Maria C. Cutiongco-Dela Paz, M.D., Professor 10, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila (City of Manila). 

Recipients of the 2019 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipino Award for Soldiers are: (5) Master Sergeant Ramil A. Caporas PA, Team Supervisor, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Battalion, Army Support Command, Philippine Army, Camp Servillano Aquino (Tarlac City); (6) Major Romulo G. Dimayuga II PN (M), Former Operations and Training Officer, Force Reconnaissance Group (formerly Marine Special Operations Group), Headquarters Philippine Marine Corps, Fort Bonifacio (Taguig City); (7) Lieutenant Colonel John Paul D. Baldomar PA, Chief, Current Operations Branch, Internal Security Operations Division, Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, Armed Forces of the Philippines, Camp Aguinaldo (Quezon City). 

Recipients of the 2019 Metrobank Foundation Outstanding Filipino Award for Police Officers are: (8) Police Chief Master Sergeant Marsha T. Agustin, RSW, Investigator, Women and Children Protection Center, Philippine National Police Headquarters, Camp Crame (Quezon City); (9) Police Major Robert A. Reyes, Technical Support Officer, Counter Intelligence Task Force, Philippine National Police Headquarters, Camp Brigadier General Rafael T. Crame, Quezon City; (10) Police Colonel Edwin A. Quilates, Provincial Director, Batangas Police Provincial Office, Camp Miguel C. Malvar (Batangas City). 

“We believe that the call to recognize excellence resonates truer than ever as we celebrate Metrobank Foundation’s 40th year founding anniversary this year.  We sustain our commitment to honor exemplary servants from the academe, military, and police sectors whose stories inspire action and whose contributions to society represent the best in our people,” said Metrobank Foundation president Aniceto Sobrepeña. 

The awardees underwent a rigorous selection process and were chosen from hundreds of nominations. A Board of Assessors, composed of members from the government, academe, military, and NGO sectors, identified semi-finalists through a review of documents submitted. Eighteen (18) finalists were chosen whose accomplishments in service and community underwent the field validation process spearheaded by third-party organizationsthe Philippine Social Science Council (PSSC) and the Career Executive Service Board (CESB). This process verified the significant contributions of the finalists to their respective fields and communities of influence. 

The 18 finalists were interviewed by a multi-sectoral Final Board of Judges chaired by Senator Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian and co-chaired by Supreme Court of the Philippines associate justice Alexander Gesmundo. The members include: Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development secretary and Task Force Bangon Marawi chairman Eduardo Del Rosario; University of Asia & the Pacific president Dr. Winston Conrad Padojinog; Military Ordinariate of the Philippines bishop Most Reverend Oscar Jaime Florencio, D.D; PHINMA Corporation president and vice chairman and Philippine Business for Education (PBEd) chairman Ramon Del Rosario, Jr.; Tan Yan Kee Foundation, Inc. treasurer Jaime Bautista; Management Association of the Philippines president and Sun Life Financial Philippine Holding Company chairman Rizalina Mantaring; and GMA Network, Inc. vice president for professional development and broadcast journalist Horacio “Howie” Severino.

Dr. Tarol is cited for championing inclusive education especially through her action research designed to enhance basic literacy skills of learners with hearing impairment. Dr. Cristobal is honored for promoting Philippine history among her students through an approach that encourages hands-on experience with the use of primary sources. Dr. Jose is acclaimed for being the country’s foremost scholar on the World War II in the Philippines and the Asia-Pacific. Dr. Cutiongco-Dela Paz is cited for her prolific work on clinical genetics and shedding light on genetic disorders. 

Meanwhile, MSgt. Caporas is lauded for developing an improvised explosive instrumental to the successful operations during the Marawi siege. Maj. Dimayuga is feted for his role in the successful counter-communist insurgency efforts in areas formerly associated with high insurgency rate. Lt. Col. Baldomar is recognized for his leadership in his organization’s transformation journey. 

PCMS. Agustin integrated social work in her profession and co-authored the manual widely used by the country’s police forces when handling human trafficking cases. PMaj. Reyes is credited for his expertise in cybercrime investigation and his efforts to equip his peers with the knowledge on trafficking in person intelligence and investigation. PCol. Quilates initiated a strategy that effectively mobilizes local forces, leading to the successful arrests of notorious criminals and resulting to lower crime rate in his province. 

Since 1985, the Metrobank Foundation has honored a total of 665 Outstanding Filipinos. The program is held in partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd), Commission on Higher Education (CHEd), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Philippine National Police (PNP), PSBank, Rotary Club of Makati Metro, and the Rotary Club of New Manila East. 

Amaia Steps Nuvali’s amenity hub indulges residents with a ‘never-ending summer’ experience

Amaia Steps Nuvali’s residents now enjoy year-round summer fun at its recently opened amenity hub, which features a resort-style swimming pool—the largest among all pools in Amaia projects. 

The formal blessing of the amenity hub was held last June 15, followed by a ribbon-cutting activity led by Project Manager Cybill Samillano, Project Sales Director Charmaine Tee, and Brokers Manager Jasmine Espiritu. The opening event saw the residents happily joining the Amaia Steps Nuvali sales team in the fun celebration. 

“An ‘endless summer’ is in store for Amaia Steps Nuvali homeowners who virtually have a premier travel ‘destination’ just outside their doorsteps,” Samillano, Amaia Steps NUVALI’s Project Manager, said.

Aside from having access to the largest Amaia swimming pool, Amaia Nuvali homeowners can also enjoy other facilities of the amenity hub: a kiddie pool, a basketball court, a kids’ play zone, a grand lawn, and a cozy central clubhouse. 

On Opening Day, Athena Academy—a swimming, music, and art school—held a complimentary one-hour swimming lesson for residents’ children and guests who pre-registered prior to the event. 

Aside from touting upscale amenities, Amaia Steps NUVALI offers prospective residents sleek and stylish condominium units that conjure up a plush lifestyle amid relaxed, laidback vibes. 

With a total of 1,140 studio and premier units in four and six-storey developments, Amaia Steps NUVALI is the first affordable mid-rise residential development in NUVALI, Ayala Land’s 2,290-hectare township in Laguna, envisioned to be the Philippines’ first eco-community development. 

Amaia NUVALI’s well-designed studio and premier units are priced from Php 3 million to Php 7.1 million. It is now made more affordable with Amaia’s current promo wherein buyers can save as much as P2 million on select units until August. Some units have balconies that allow residents to look out on expansive green spaces. 

Located on West Conservation Avenue in Nuvali, Canlubang, Calamba, Laguna, Amaia Steps NUVALI is just five minutes away from the main entrance of Nuvali, along Sta. Rosa-Tagaytay Road. 

Amaia Nuvali is also close to commercial centers such as Solenad, S&R, Shopwise; offices such as Laguna Technopark, Lakeside Evozone, Evotech; leisure facilities like SEDA Hotel and Canlubang Golf and Country Club; churches like St. Benedict, St. John Bosco, and St. Joseph; and schools like Miriam College and Xavier School.  


As with all Amaia properties, Amaia Steps Nuvali offers convenient and flexible payment schemes such as cash, deferred cash, and bank financing. 

Amaia continues to serve prospective homeowners with affordable and sustainable developments that aim to elevate the Filipino living experience in a well-secured environment. 

For inquiries about Amaia Steps Nuvali and other Amaia properties, check out www.amaialand.com or like www.facebook.com/AmaiaLand.

Who wants to try the Cocoon Wellness Pod?

Im getting excited just by looking at this Cocoon wellness machine. =) Just because I dont have the time to go to the gym, I might give this a try. 

Metamorphosis. The process of transformation associated with an insect inside a cocoon, which later comes out as a stunning butterfly. The same transformation can happen to individuals too when they immerse themselves in the Cocoon Wellness Pod (or simply “Cocoon”), an ergonomically designed wellness machine.

Distributed by the Medical Aesthetic Division of Technolux Equipment and Supply Corporation, it combines thermal energy with an invigorating massage and aromatherapy for rejuvenation and relaxation.

Since the recent launch of Technolux’s venture into health and wellness, it has introduced new products and services to its portfolio, including this much sought after Cocoon.

The Cocoon delivers a range of benefits in health, beauty, and wellness. It is the ideal machine that will complete any gym, sports clinic, hospital, and other health, beauty, and wellness facility as it improves both the physical and mental performance, and even sleep, of those who use it. It also rids the body of excess water and toxins, aside from the slimming and relaxation effects.

The Cocoon promises an ideal and multi-function wellness experience. Designed for quality results, its cutting-edge technology operates on “dry heat treatment” system, the same experience one gets when stepping into a dry sauna; only, the Cocoon utilizes the more advanced mid- and infrared light. The dry heat from the pod accelerates heart rate; thus, fast-tracking blood circulation and speeding up metabolism—allowing the body to sweat toxins and calories off.  It also affords easy fitness, reduces cellulites and body fat, while shaping and firming up the skin.

The dry heating of the stationary body (or the so called ‘active thermal exercise’) can activate over 2 million sweat glands as the body seeks to cool itself.  This ‘easy fitness’  requires no strenuous exercise activity increases the body temperature, circulation and dilation of blood vessels. Cocoon’s patented concept of active thermal exercise is stationary, relaxing and achievable because sweating in itself triggers the natural removal of body toxins and healthy cardiovascular response.

When it comes to flexibility fitness, the Cocoon emits a range of motion exercises within the pod. It uses simultaneous heat and vibratory massage to promote flexibility and range of motion response equivalent to a regular stretching routine.

The machine is user-friendly. It has a color LCD Touch Screen display and comes as an ergonomic contour bed with a vibrating massage system. Completing the ultimate sauna experience, the Cocoon has a cooling facial fan, mood lights, and its own aromatherapy system inside the pod. It incorporates Himalayan salt crystals and jade stones which, according to ancient and modern medical practitioners all over the world, are considered as powerful healing factors with metaphysical properties to boost the immune system, heightens balance, tranquility, and overall wellness.

From a single session that lasts for 30 minutes, users will experience profound relaxation and calmed breathing, and achieve rejuvenation of mind and body.

“Most of our clients from the health and wellness industry prefer the Cocoon Wellness Pod because it is fully automated, requires no complex installation, plumbing, or configuration as it merely requires an electrical outlet,” says Norell Ortega, Vice-President of Technolux.

Furthermore, as the exclusive distributor of Cocoon, Technolux prides itself with an outstanding after-sales service for over 43 years.

(The Cocoon Wellness Pod is available at the Medical-Aesthetic showroom, located at the 5^th floor of Technolux’s headquarters at 2176, Primo Rivera Street, La Paz, Makati City. 

For inquiries, check out their FB: @technoluxbeauty or call 09178081453, 09178673910 and  09276125577  for inquiries.)

Goldilocks opens 730th branch in Antipolo City

From left to right Goldilocks VIPs (Ms. Buen Ibarra – Store Operations Manager, Ms. Wendy Chua – Vice President for Corporate Sales, Mr. Jason Koo - Senior Vice President for Store Operations,  Mr. Adel Gabriel – Vice President for Store Operations, Ms. Charmaine Pamintuan – Vice President for Marketing. The grand opening was also graced by Hon. Susan Garcia Say (front wearing red), Ms. Yollie Lebrado – Building lessor.

An abundance of smiles were seen at the recent opening of the brand-new Goldilocks Store located at located in Blk. 48 Lot 18, NHA Avenue, Brgy. Nayon 2, Phase 3A, Brgy. San Isidro, Antipolo City, Rizal., marking it as their 730^th branch to date.

The celebration, which began with a short spiel from the host started with the phrase “Goldi Good Day”, a common greeting within the Goldilocks family followed with words appreciation towards the attendees stating that the latest Goldilocks store can finally be part of their everyday celebration within the community.

After the opening spiels and a short speech by Goldilocks’ Senior Vice President, Mr. Jason Koo. The ceremonial ribbon was cut signifying the official beginning of operations of the store.

Afterwards, Goldilocks Executives and VIP invitees presented the “Goldilocks Mamon Box” a container filled with delicious Goldilocks Mamon which were handed out to all Goldilocks customers in attendance as a means showing appreciation to the attendees .

As the event winded down to a close, Goldilocks executives and staff thanked all customers that took time to celebrate with them during this special occasion and were told to stay tuned to Goldilocks social media updates for the exciting promos and deals in the coming future. 

For more information, you may also follow Goldilocks on Twitter or Instagram at @GoldilocksPH, on the Goldilocks Facebook page, or at the official Goldilocks website at www.goldilocks.com

BRIA Homes has won the hearts of Filipino families

Nowadays, every family wants to have a house of their own, that is affordable and easy on the budget.

With over 50 mass-housing projects being developed in some of the Philippines’ most progressive towns and cities, BRIA Homes is now depicted as the property industry’s fastest-rising star. This is because a singular goal drives the company to unprecedented success: to help and serve ordinary Filipinos.

Call BRIA Homes the property developer whose heart is in the right place.

Studies have shown that the problem that continues to prevail in the rea lestate industry today is the lack of mass-housing developments. Legions of Filipinos still rent tiny dwellings in congested districts in the city, constantly exposed to pollution, floods, and unhealthy environments because these are all they can afford.

For some time now, however, BRIA Homes has been striving to address this situation by building high-quality modern but affordable homes in safe and secure communities, where the average Filipino workers can raise healthy families.

BRIA Homes, in fact, has successfully anchored its property development principles in a simple formula:

Affordability (Mura) + Superior Quality(Dekalidad) = a beautiful BRIA Home for Every Filipino.

By ensuring that future homeowners can purchase a BRIA condominium unit or a house and lot package at affordable rates—some for as low as Php 1,897per month—and through flexible payment schemes such as PAG-IBIG and bank financing, BRIA has won the hearts of Filipino families.

Aside from this winning formula, BRIA also takes pride in the variety of spaces and sizes that its units—condominium and house and lot packages alike—offer, all designed to suit the evolving needs of Filipino individuals and families.

All BRIA communities are mindful of their residents’ holistic well-being. Thus, healthy eco-friendly spaces are complemented by recreational amenities such as basketball courts. Safety and security are ensured by guarded entrances and perimeter fences.Homeowners also get good service from courteous and highly competent administrative and maintenance personnel.

BRIA Homes’ rapid rise to its star status is evident in the presence of BRIA communities in progressive towns and cities in the Philippines. In Luzon, there are BRIA developments in Bataan, Tarlac, Pangasinan, Pampanga, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Rizal, and Camarines Sur. In the Visayas, BRIA has made homes accessible in Samar, Leyte, and Negros Oriental.

Lastly, in Mindanao, BRIA has built projects in Cagayan de Oro, Misamis Oriental, Bukidnon, Davao del Norte, Davao del Sur, South Cotabato, and North Cotabato.

Developments in these areas share a key feature: strategic location. All BRIA communities are set within convenient access to schools, churches,hospitals, business districts, retail shops, and major roads as BRIA treads on this path to ultimate goals, it sustains the vision it has had from the very start: to provide easy-on-the-pocket homes forFilipinos all over the country.


BRIA Homes is a subsidiary of GOLDEN BRIA Holdings, Inc., considered thethird largest real estate company in terms of market capitalization valued at more than P200B. The fastest-growing mass housing developer in the Philippines, BRIA Homes is primed to bring affordable house-and-lot packages and condominium units closer to ordinary Filipino families. This is the goal that drives every single employee in the company, for which the ultimate fulfillment is seeing a client happily moving into Bria’shomes.

To know more about BRIA Homes, call (0966) 277 5944, like “BriaOfficial” on Facebook, and follow “@TheBriaOfficial” on Twitter and Instagram.nd highways.

OnePlus 7 x Shopee Grand Launch!

Digital Walker, the country’s leading retailer of premium gadgets and accessories, brings the highly anticipated OnePlus 7 to the market. 

The mobile brand offers OnePlus 7 as the more affordable version of OnePlus 7 Pro with an srp of Php26,990, The OnePlus 7 is available in Mirror Gray and Red.

This sleek and stylish phone is packed with features that makes it hard-to-beat in the competitive smartphone market. 

OnePlus may have a smaller display at 6.41" compared to OnePlus 7 Pro’s 6.67" 90Hz FLUID AMOLED bezel-less screen, and it may not have the latter’s pop-up camera mechanism, 30W Warp Charge solution, and triple-cam, but it retained most of the specs and features we love. 

Its 6.41-inch display has a 2.5D curved Gorilla Glass protected Optic AMOLED screen with FHD+ 2340 x 1080 resolution at 402 ppi. It operates on 2.84GHz 64-bit Snapdragon 855 octa-core processor, Adreno 640 GPU, 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, and Android 9.0 Pie OS with Oxygen OS overlay. It also has 256GB UFS 3.0 storage. 

Grab your OnePlus 7 and OnePlus 7 Pro on Digital Walker’s official Shopee Store and use this voucher code ONEPLUSXSHP10 to get 10% off or up to 3,000 off on your purchase. 

This is limited only for first 100 units from August 7 12:00 AM - September 9 11:59 PM 2019 via in-app check out only.  The voucher is valid on the following links: 

https://shopee.ph/product/72003447/2616832261 

https://shopee.ph/product/72003447/2616861168 

https://shopee.ph/OnePlus-7-Pro-12GB-RAM-256GB-STORAGE-Nebula-Bluei.72003447.2365267000 

https://shopee.ph/OnePlus-7-Pro-6GB-RAM-128GB-STORAGE-Mirror-Grayi.72003447.2277825395 

https://shopee.ph/OnePlus-7-Pro-8GB-RAM-256GB-STORAGE-Nebula-Bluei.72003447.2363100945 

The OnePlus 7 is available for sale starting today, August 7, 2019, at Digital Walker and Shopee, with 18 months warranty. https://shopee.ph/oneplus_digitalwalkeronline

Hada Labo - Japan's No.1 Facial Lotion is now available in the PH

I learned about Hada Labo Hydrating Facial Lotion 4 years ago when I was shopping for skincare in Hongkong. The crowd (most of them tourists like me) went wild because it was 20% off sale. Everyone hoarded all the Hada Labo facial lotion and other products. Before I knew it, I grabbed the only bottle that was left in the rack. I was wondering then, what was the fuzz?. In my mind, this product should be that good to be hoarded and lined up. 

Back to my hotel, I tested it after taking my shower. I have a combination skin. My T-zone is oily and the rest of the face is dry. The facial lotion is clear like water, odorless and has no alcohol.  It was just like any other toners but this one keeps moisture at bay. It is never drying and its good to partner with any foundation. It never breaks me out. It cleans and refreshes skin. 

Since then, I have been using and  buying this at a Japanese Store in Robinsons Manila where it was available.  The only physical store that carried the brand. 

When my supplies ran out, I went back to the mall only to find out that it closed store already.  So I tried online,  it was never cheap buying this online because of tax and shipping fee. Thats why I was happy to know that my HG facial toner is now available here in the Philippines. Its so affordable that before you buy the large size you may opt to try the 30ml variant first.  

Last August 6,  Hada Labo was finally launched in Manila at the Blue Leaf, Taguig. The event was graced by Hada Labo executives and media. 

Here are the Hada Labo Pricelist, now available in any Watsons stores nationwide.

Hydrating Lotion  30ml, 170ml Php 195.00, Php 685.00
Hydrating Face Wash  100g                            Php 385.00
Hydrating Light Cream 50g                                    Php 850.00

Hydrating Water Gel   50g                                                  Php 850.00

Hydra & Whitening Face Wash  100g                           Php 295.00
Deep Clean & Pore Refining Face Wash 100g    Php 295.00

Hydrating Line Trial Set Hydrating Facial Wash - 12g Php 465.00
Hydrating Lotion - 30ml
Hydrating Light Cream - 14g

Japanese skin care brand Hada Labo is known for providing intense hydration to the skin by harnessing the power of Hyaluronic Acid (HA), a substance naturally occurring in the human body that attracts and binds water. Formulated with Japan’s upgraded formula and High Performance Penetration & Deep Moisturizing (HPP&M), Hada Labo actively infuses four types of HA to fully hydrate skin from surface to inner skin layers for significantly soft, smooth and supple skin, and to prepare skin for enhance absorption of skin care ingredients.

Hada Labo will be bringing in its cult favorite, the Hada Labo Hydrating Lotion, which combines different types and sizes of HA in the best ratio ever to achieve best moisturizing efficacy, and prepare skin for enhanced absorption of skincare ingredients. Hada Labo Hydrating Lotion is fragrance-free, low irritation, has balanced pH levels and a refreshing texture.

The multi-awarded Hada Labo Hydrating Lotion has been the no. 1 facial lotion in Japan for 12 consecutive years, and reached over 55 million units of sales in Japan. Sales across Asia had become so successful; it is one of the Top 3 drugstore skincare brands in Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia.

In the Japanese skin care routine, lotions are used before the moisturizer and after the toner. For those who do not apply toner after cleansing, the lotion adds a light layer of moisture that serves as a base for the richer products applied later on. 

With regular use of Hada Labo Hydrating Lotion, you will see plumped fine lines, softened bumps and dry patches, and a lighter skin barrier.

Hada Labo, which translates to “skin laboratory” in Japanese is known for affordable, well-formulated products with no unnecessary additives to burden the skin—no mineral oil, no colorants, no fragrance, and no alcohol. With their launch in the Philippines, they will be bringing in some of their famous products:

1. Hydrating Lotion – is a combination of four types of Hyaluronic Acid that deeply hydrates skin, helps in preserving skin’s optimum moisture balance, and prepares skin for enhanced skin care ingredients absorption.

2. Hydrating Face Wash – helps restore and preserve skin’s natural moisture, leaving it silky smooth. Its fragrant-free, gentle, and balanced skin pH formula causes low irritation for skin that is comfortably hydrated and refreshed. It contains double-HA for better and long lasting moisture on the skin. 

3. Hydrating Light Cream – is a refreshing lightweight cream that gives skin an instant surge of suppleness and non-greasy comfort. It is enriched with essential nutrients such as Aloe Vera and other moisturizing natural botanical for deep nourishment. It also helps prevent moisture loss while boosting skin’s hydration level through Aqua Oil Volume Matrix technology.

4. Hydrating Water Gel – is enriched with Ceramide that forms a moisture-protecting shield, Hada Labo Hydrating Water Gel has an ultra light, watery-feel gel texture for a “breathable” feeling.

5. Hydra & Whitening Face Wash – is formulated with Brown Algae Extract, a natural seaweed extract that helps replenish skin with minerals and vitamins to draw water into skin more efficiently. It has the natural grape extract, Resveratrol, that is high in antioxidant making the skin become brighter and fairer.

6. Deep Clean & Pore Refining Face Wash –is formulated with Japanese Green Tea extract that helps control and remove excess oil, and Bentonite Clay to effectively absorb dirt and impurities from pores.

Now, Filipinos who want glowing skin no longer need to buy Hada Labo products abroad. You can get them now at Watsons stores nationwide and online at www.watsons.com.ph.

Bring your own bottle and refill your favorite condiments at discounted prices

NutriAsia, the home of well-loved Pinoy brands like Datu Puti, UFC, GoldenFiesta and Locally, has been the partner of Filipino homes in levelling up their meal times for years.

As a brand committed to making Masarap Masaya moments for its consumers, it aims not just to bring joy to Filipino homes, but to assume responsibility on a much larger scale through timely efforts that will benefit the environment during these increasingly critical times.

Since 2014, NutriAsia has been taking part in the movement towards a zero-waste community through projects like Jumbohalang Tambalan and participation in DENR-EMB’s Refill Revolution.

This year, NutriAsia carries on with its vision of a more
environmentally sustainable world through a project called Bring Your Own Bottle (BYOB), which encourages users to bring their own reusable bottles and refill their favorite condiments and products like Datu Puti Vinegar, Datu Puti Soy Sauce, UFC Banana Catsup, and Golden Fiesta Cooking Oil.

 This simple act is expected to raise awareness on responsible plastic use and help build a zero-waste community as a stepping stone to sustainability.

Through the support of the Fort Bonifacio Development Corporation and The Mind Museum, shoppers can visit and experience the first BYOB refilling station located in Bonifacio Global City (BGC).

To participate, consumers have to bring their own clean and dry reusable bottles and have these refilled with their chosen products at discounted prices.

BYOB’s store is made from eco-bricks that use plastic discards as a component, and which come from the Arca South Eco Hub, a project of Arca South, Green Antz and Ayala Land Inc. The store will also serve as a drop-off point for plastic materials for repurposing. 

“NutriAsia has been a trusted partner of every Filipino home in making Masarap Masaya meals. And with BYOB, we hope to go beyond and create more Masarap Masaya moments by encouraging shoppers to help build a zero-waste community in their own ways. We are also happy to share that all proceeds from BYOB, along with the plastic materials donated, will be used to produce upcycled furnishings for our beneficiary, GAT Andres Bonifacio HighSchool,” said James Lim, NutriAsia’s Corporate Marketing and Communications Head.

BYOB, launched last July 30 and set to run until September 12, will be open Mondays through Sundays, 12 NN to 8PM, at The Mind Museum in BGC.

For more info, please visit https://nutriasia.com/bring-your-own-bottle.
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PLDT SMART unveils first converged store in Vertis North

PLDT and Smart marked another milestone last week as it opened the first  first ever PLDT-Smart converged Store in Quezon City. 

The unique lifestyle hub is located at Vertis North, a central business and lifestyle district along Quezon Avenue. It is a one-stop experiential hub and digital lifestyle store for customers of the country’s two biggest telcos—PLDT and Smart—featuring customer-centric design and innovative digital installations that will raise the bar in in-store service experience.

“We’ve received great feedback from our first PLDT-Smart store in BGC, and we would like to replicate that experience for our customers in the metro north area,” PLDT’s Chief Revenue Officer Al Panlilo said. “Quezon City has always been a key market for us, and we look forward to serving our customers better through our industry-leading digital solutions and support services.”

As a digital hub,  the PLDT-Smart Store features superior technologies such as the self-service InfoTouch Booth, which allows customers to view and print billing summaries, check account details and submit repair requests, among others; the Smart Super Kiosk, which lets customers pay their bills or request a change of SIM card without having to queue; and the Broadband Visualizer, which allows customers to check data usage for different types of online activities as well estimate download and upload times. This is useful for customers who are deciding on the most suitable broadband plan based on their specific needs. 

An Interactive Table is also set up for guests who would like to browse, play, watch or listen while waiting for their companions in-store.

As the country’s largest and most populous city, Quezon City is a vital business hub. For PLDT and Smart, Quezon City has the second largest subscriber base nationwide for the fixed line business and has the biggest number of wireless subscribers in Metro Manila.

Currently, PLDT’s stores in Quezon City are located at SM North EDSA, Diliman, Fairview, Balara. Smart also has stores in key areas in Quezon City including SM North EDSA, Eastwood Mall, Robinson’s Magnolia, Ayala Fairview Terraces, Araneta Gateway, SM Novaliches, Ali Mall Cubao, and SM Fairview. Moreover, Sun’s standalone stores are in New Farmer’s Cubao, Ali Mall Cubao, Robinson’s Magnolia, SM North EDSA, SM Fairview, SM Novaliches, SB-Centris, SB Fishermall. 

PLDT-Smart SVP and Consumer Business Customer Development Head Alex O. Caeg added, “With the opening of the newest PLDT-Smart Store in a strategically located and upscale mixed-use development in the north, we are expanding our footprint and strengthening our brand presence in this area. We want to ensure that our customers have access to the best of what we offer by bringing our services closer to them.”

The PLDT-Smart Store is at the 4^th floor of Ayala Malls Vertis North, Quezon City.

NEWS, PUBLIC SERVICE AND SHOWBIZ in the All Filipino News Channel OnePH

                                       

CIGNAL TV, the country’s no.1 Pay TV Provider, formally launched the latest addition to its exclusive lineup of news channels, ONE PH.

The all-Filipino news channel is the third Cignal channel under the One branding, complementing One News, the English-language news channel and its sports channel One Sports.

“One PH furthers our commitment to deliver reliable news and public affairs programs that matter most to Filipinos,” says Sienna G. Olaso, Cignal TV Vice President of Channel Management. 

“True to our goal to be ‘Ang Boses ng Pinagkakaisang Pilipinas’ One PH will be home to news programs that inform and educate, talk shows that inspire and entertain, and public service programs that will provide our fellow Filipinos a venue where they can seek help for their problems,” Olaso added.

One PH will continue its partnership with Pilipino Star Ngayon, Radyo 5 92.3 NewsFM, The Freeman and News5, to create more exclusive and engaging content for the channel.

Meet the Faces and voices behind ONE PH programs

L-R Top row: Patrick Paez, Manny Mogato, Atty. Bruce Rivera, Cheryl Cosim, Raffy Tulfo, Atty. Mel Sta. Maria, Ed Lingao, Lourd de Veyra, Dr. Jondi Flavier

Bottom Row : Jove Francisco, Jerwin Camua, MJ Marfori, Arnel Ignacio, Ms. Jane J. Basas  President and CEO of Cignal TV and TV. Jennica Garcia, Marga Vargas, Ms. Gladys Lucas  Head of Radio 5 Operations and Chiqui Vergel

ALL IN ONE PH:  NEWS, PUBLIC SERVICE AND ENTERTAINMENT 

ONE PH’s programming block will be headlined by its news and commentary programs such as “One Balita”the noontime daily news program hosted by Raffy Tulfo and Jamie Herrell and primetime news “Sa Totoo Lang”with Cheryl Cosim and Jove Francisco.

Make your weekday evenings more interesting with veteran journos Ed Lingao, Patrick Paez, Lourd de Veyra, Melvyn Calderon, Manny Mogato, and Jove Francisco as they talk about the day’s top headlines in “Wag Po”.

When it comes to public service, no other show comes close to Wanted Sa Radyo, as “Idol” Raffy Tulfo brings a different kind of drama every afternoon and proves why he is the true “Sumbungan ng Bayan”.

In need of advice? Mr. Chink Positive Chinkee Tan and Christine Bersola-Babao will teach you how to manage your finances in Mag-Badyet Tayo!, while millennial momsJennica Garcia and Pat Fernandez give parenting tips in Inay Ko Po!And for those who have questions about legal procedures, Atty. Ted Te has the answers in Usapang Kapa-TED.

As they say, “There’s no business like showbusiness,” and the Pambansang Iskuperaand Reyna ng IntrigaCristy Fermin will make sure you are always updated with the latest happenings in the local entertainment scene in Cristy Ferminuteas well as the juiciest blind items as she teams up with Manay Lolit Solis and Mr. Fu in Take It Per Minute. 

Finally, for sports and motoring enthusiasts, you can catch all the exciting highlights with Zaldy Perez in Isport Lang,get motoring tips from Mike Potenciano and Lindy Pellicer in Turbo Timeand ride with Jay Tarucin the firstweekly motorcycle show Ride Radio.

ONE PH is a  24-hour news service on Cignal channel 6.