Look your best in every virtual work call with these beauty tweaks

As part of the new normal, many people are now working from home, sitting in front of computers for most of the day. 

However, there are some who need to be in online meetings—client calls, pitch presentations, team conference updates, and virtual catch-ups with colleagues—as part of their work. So, what’s a girl got to do? Amp up her looks a little and be her most confident self, even on video calls.

One way to achieve this is to apply just the right amount of makeup. Here are a few tricks to tune up one’s looks for a work meeting (or even online after-work get-togethers with friends).

Start your day with a morning skincare routine

A simple key to staying motivated all day is to feel good, especially during the morning. After washing your face, apply moisturizer and sunscreen (yes, even computer and phone screens emit UV rays!), and give your skin the extra care it needs.

Apply concealer

Cover your dark spots and brighten up under eyes with a concealer for a natural-looking finish. The Bobbie Cosmetics POOF! Concealer (P115) blends easily onto skin and balances out any discoloration. Even if you get occasional zits or dark circles, all is well with a little help from this blurring formula.

Sculpt your face with contour and highlight

Webcams usually give the face a monotonous appearance, leaving it a bit pale and flat. Use Bobbie Cosmetics Gleam Squad Contour & Strobe (P399) to instantly define features and add some depth to your look. Apply contour on your forehead near the hairline, hollows of your cheeks—sides of the forehead, cheekbones, nose line, and jaw line—and get a flattering bone structure in a flash.

Fill in the brows

Eyebrows have the power to shape one’s face and it definitely is an integral part of your makeup look, if not the most important one. Fill your brows using Bobbie Cosmetics Retractable Eyebrow Pencil (P165). It has a slanted tip that provides easy application, and comes with a specially-designed spoolie brush that neatens and blends color.

So, even if you have con calls all day, you can be assured that your eyebrows are on fleek.

Make your cheeks POP!

A swipe of a blush-on can go a long way to make you look more alive and fresh in video calls! Bobbie Cosmetics Poppin’ Cheeks blush (P115) can awaken the complexion instantly. Choose from five rosy shades—Chisel, Coral Pop, Cotton Peach, Posey Pink, Viva Plum—and stay blooming round the clock, from work meetings to happy hour!

Put on some lipstick

Finalize the look with a swipe of Bobbie Cosmetics Matte About Hue lipstick (P165). It has a creamy matte finish that doesn’t leave a sticky feeling on the lips, so you stay comfortable wearing them even if you’re at home.

The Bobbie Cosmetics Matte About Hue lipstick collection boasts of 23 shades. You can even get creative and mix some colors to get one that uniquely suits you.

Get creative with your video call looks and stay telegenic with the help of Bobbie Cosmetics! For more makeup look inspirations, follow their Instagram page at @bobbiecosmetics.

TikTok Launches #thinkb4youdo to Promote Safe Online Behaviour

TikTok, the short-form video app with a mission to inspire creativity and bring joy, today launched the #thinkb4youdo challenge to encourage Philippine users to take a moment and think before they conduct dangerous acts on TikTok. #thinkb4youdo is a call to action for everyone using the platform to play their part in creating a safe and positive environment for the global community.

As a platform that celebrates creativity and expression, TikTok is continuously enhancing and updating its various policies and tools to ensure its millions of users feel safe and comfortable within the community. To draw greater attention to the dangers of posting harmful content for entertainment purposes, TikTok is encouraging users to participate by doing the following:

1. Shoot a video and use the #thinkb4youdo sticker and follow the choreography
2. Post your video along with the hashtag thinkb4youdo and set it to public
3. Share it on other social platforms and invite your friends to join you
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

TikTok is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment where users can express themselves safely,” said John Castro, Community Operations Manager, TikTok Philippines. “While many turn to the platform to laugh, learn, and engage with their community, some users will inevitably post content that promotes harmful behaviour such as amateur stunts or dangerous challenges. As such, we’re encouraging users to take a moment and think about the implications of posting such content, as well as follow our robust policies and tools in place to help stop these issues.”

Many popular Filipino creators have joined the challenge to create short videos using the #thinkb4youdo, such as itsyumi_ and Madelaine Red.

Promoting a safe and positive app environment is TikTok’s top priority, and it has a number of measures in place today to protect against misuse. Learn more about TikTok’s Safety Efforts and our Community Guidelines. 

TikTok is  available in over 150 countries and regions in 75 languages. Download the TikTok app via iOS or Google Play. 

Beko with Everfresh technology: Keep Fruits and Vegetables fresher longer

How to keep ourselves and our family healthy is in the top of our priorities nowadays,  especially now that the virus is going up each day. 

The COVID-19 pandemic has definitely changed people and the way they live. Consumer attitudes, behavior and purchasing patterns are reflecting these changes.

Simply put—consumers are now looking into ways on how to live healthier and improve their overall wellbeing. While staying at home is a priority, people nowadays are exploring means to eat good food and improve their daily routines to adapt to the “new normal.”

This also means they are looking for appliances that could fulfill their needs to become healthier. With limited access to the outside world, it is best to have a storage of supplies that would make food last longer and keep its freshness.

Beko’s world-class refrigerators are the perfect fit for this job.

With its EverFresh+^Ò technology, Beko refrigerators can keep fruits and vegetables fresh for up to three times longer and ensure it last longer in fridges, thanks to its crisper drawer innovation. This means consumers are saving money, time, and reducing food waste with Beko refrigerators.

"At Beko, we believe in making products and technologies that help improve the wellbeing of today’s consumers. As an appliance brand, we are committed to doing all we can to make consumers' lives more convenient and healthier," said Gürhan Günal, Country Manager of Beko Pilipinas Corporation.

For instance, Beko’s GN163123P side-by-side has innovative features, such as the NeoFrostTM Dual Cooling technology that maintains ideal airflow and optimal temperatures with a high level of humidity. This enables food to stay fresher for longer with no frost building up and no odor transferring. It also has the Active Fresh Blue LightTM technology that allows continuous photosynthesis in the crisper, therefore retaining the natural flavors of fruits and vegetables.

Beko’s GN163123P is also equipped with the longlasting IonGuardTM that neutralizes bacteria, viruses and particles in the refrigerator using negative ions, allowing air inside to circulate and stay clean. This means that contamination will not occur and food can be stored twice longer. It also has a LED Illumination that provides full lighting all throughout the fridge for clear and worry-free finding.

With the Beko ProSmartTM Inverter Compressor, the fridge is four times quieter, more durable and energy-efficient as the technology adapts to temperature variations to provide faster cooling with less energy.

Beko,  a new subsidiary of Europe’s No. 1 home appliances brand, is a market leader in the white goods space and empowers new generations to live healthier lives.

Beko is available at select SM Appliance Centers, Robinsons Appliances, and Asian Home Appliance center in Cebu. The brand is looking forward to be available in more stores nationwide.

You may also shop for products at the Beko Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/bekoph/. 

PLDT Home’s new ad sheds light on rediscovering the strongest family connections

Life in lockdown has been a learning phase for everyone. The pandemic may have brought collective fear due to the uncertainty of the times but there remains a glimmer of hope in the small things that were used to be taken for granted. And as families take part in this universal experience, it is also in these moments that people gain a newfound appreciation for the things that truly matter to them.

PLDT Home’s newest campaign video circles on redefining relationships and creating deeper emotional bonds in the family by rediscovering one’s strongest connections at home. The short film “Rediscover Home” depicts the changes between the normalcy people used to enjoy pre-quarantine, and the life they now know in the new normal.

The video starts with the sudden announcement of the community quarantine, and how this compelled families to postpone the events they were looking forward to – from upcoming trips to exciting fiestas, quiz nights, videoke nights, travels, and get-togethers. Despite these unprecedented changes, families found new ways to bond together such as family dinners, online shopping, and movie nights at home. Whatever lifestyles they are used to and different social status they are in, one thing is common: these families rediscovered the happiness and bond in simple things inside their homes.  

“Rediscover Home” highlights that although many enjoyable activities have been put on hold for now, nothing compares to the joy that comes in rediscovering one’s home, creating deeper and meaningful relationships, and enjoying new bonding activities no matter how simple it can be as long as  you’re in the company of the people that truly matter to you - family. 

As we navigate the life in the new normal, PLDT Home captures how change can sometimes lay a new foundation for people to find things that are more meaningful, giving way for strongest connections at home as we #rediscoverwhatmatters and #rediscoverhome. 

To watch PLDT Home’s latest video, visit PLDT Home’s YouTube here.  

realme Philippines bags an Asia-Pacific Stevie Award

Lifestyle partner of the youth realme Philippines was named a bronze Stevie Awardee in the Most Innovative Startup of the Year - Consumer Product Industries category at the 2020 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards. It is the only smartphone brand from the Philippines to win in the prestigious award-giving body this year.

Despite being in the market for just less than two years, realme Philippines has already cemented its place among the top smartphone brands in the country – a feat the brand achieved by launching attainable products with high-tier features and by providing technology that complement the lifestyle of its young market.  The first international award of realme Philippines follows close to the heels of the launch of its latest smart wearable realme watch and flagship star-shooter realme X3 SuperZoom. 

“We are just in awe of the trust and support we have been getting since we launched in the Philippines in November 2018. Being a young brand, not just in this country but across the globe, was indeed challenging since the smartphone market is already brimming with competitors. But we knew we have the technology, the features and the real value that can elevate the Filipino smartphone experience; thus here we are, dedicated and inspired to offer more. We are truly grateful to the realme Squad and all our customers. Maraming Salamat po,” shares Austine Huang, vice president for marketing of realme Philippines. 

The Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards are the only business awards program to recognize innovation in the workplace in all 29 nations of the Asia-Pacific region.  The Stevie Awards are widely considered to be the world's premier business awards, conferring recognition for achievement in programs such as The International Business Awards® for 18 years.

More than 1,000 nominations from organizations across the Asia-Pacific region were considered this year in categories such as Award for Excellence in Innovation in Products & Services, Award for Innovative Management, and Award for Innovation in Corporate Websites, among many others.  

Gold, Silver and Bronze Stevie Award winners were determined by the average scores of more than 100 executives around the world acting as judges in May and June.

“We are delighted that the seventh edition of the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards attracted so many impressive nominations,” said Stevie Awards president Maggie Gallagher.  “This year’s winning nominations are testament to the resiliency and innovation of organizations in the region, many of which continue to succeed despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Although we are disappointed that we cannot stage the in-person awards banquet we had planned for Hanoi, Vietnam this year, we look forward to celebrating many of this year’s winners during our virtual awards ceremony on 22 September.”

Details about the Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards and the 22 September awards ceremony, and the list of Stevie Award winners, are available at http://Asia.Stevieawards.com. 

Eye makeup looks to try in the new normal

Adapting to the new normal means wearing a face masks, face shield and personal protective suit whenever you step out of the house. While you may think this might cover your best features, it doesn’t need to be that way! You can bring out your personality by trying out different eye looks using Ever Bilena and EB Advance products while still staying protected:

Don’t skip your skin care routine! Even if half your face is covered, you must still show some love to your skin. Before applying any makeup product, clean your face then apply moisturizer or sunscreen. As you will be covering your face with face mask and shield, use foundations or pressed powder that are lightweight and transfer-proof.

Graphic eye looks. The great thing about graphic eyeliners is that it allows beginners and makeup pros to try different eyeliner techniques. Using the EB Liquid Dip Liner (P180), you can opt to do a classic but glamorous winged eye or an edgy graphic eyeliner with clean lines by carving the liner applicator according to your desired shape. Make the lines sharp and precise by carefully cleaning the edges with makeup remover.

Simple but bold. On days when you’re too lazy to apply eyeshadow, you can try highlighting just the brows and lashes. Do it ala Twiggy and try shaping and filling your brows with Ever Bilena Pro Brow Duo (P185) and then coat your upper and lower lashes with the EB Advance Lash Define (P225). Apply falsies to make the look even more dramatic!

Easy soft glam eyes. This eye makeup look uses soft, neutral and diffused shades and yet it still manages to make the eyes pop. Achieve this using the EB Ultimatte Eyeshadow Palette (P220), going for shades that add warmth to the eyes like the brown or pinkish tones. Make the eyes look awake by lining the lash line with white eyeshadow. And to ensure your eye makeup lasts all day, set makeup with the EB Advance Lock that Look (P195).

Try these easy eye makeup looks using Ever Bilena and EB Advance products available on their official page on Lazada (www.lazada.com.ph). To know more visit like and follow their Facebook page (@everbilenacosmetics and @EBAdvance) and Instagram (@everbilenacosmetics and @ebadvance)

Get ready to experience Next-Gen connectivity with Globe’s 5G technology and mobile phones

The community quarantine has shown how Filipinos rely on connectivity. As they practice social distancing, they depend on the internet to stay updated on the latest news, for work or study needs, and to enjoy their leisure activities. 

Very soon, Globe Postpaid and Platinum subscribers in select locations in Makati and BCG can experience faster and more reliable internet speeds with Globe’s 5G technology.  This will then be progressively rolled out to more areas in the country and to Prepaid customers towards the end of the year. .

Customers only need a 5G-capable and enabled mobile phone. With the  Huawei Nova 7 SE, the latest addition in its roster of 5G capable devices, customers can enjoy  5G experience free at ThePLAN 1499 . This plan Comes with a monthly allocation of 10GB open access data, unlimited calls to Globe/TM subscribers, unlimited text and 100 minutes call to all networks. 

Huawei Nova 7 SE is the most affordable 5G device in the Philippine market.  It comes with a new and improved balanced chipset that ensures next-level device performance, top-notch image processing and photo/video denoising. The device also features four versatile lenses for its rear camera, allowing users to capture sweeping landscapes and enchanting portraits. The mobile phone also highlights its new and improved AppAssistant, which allows customers to receive incoming calls and messages while they play games without missing a frame.

The feature-packed Huawei Nova 7 SE when paired with Globe’s 5G network enables subscribers to experience seamless streaming, real-time gaming and faster downloads. 

“The availability of mid-priced 5G enabled devices lets more Filipinos experience the game-changing connectivity of 5G. As we continue to grow and expand our network, we also aim to bring a wider range of 5G-enabled devices in order to enable Filipinos to recreate a better tomorrow,” says Globe VP for Strategic Platforms and Partnerships Coco Domingo. 

Aside from the Huawei Nova 7 SE, customers can also choose from other 5G devices that are bundled with a Globe postpaid plan such as the Huawei P40, Huawei Mate 30 Pro 5G and Samsung S20 Ultra. Subscribers who have these 5G enabled phones will not be charged any additional fees when connecting to the 5G network. Current Globe LTE sims are already 5G-enabled and they can join the network right away. 

5G is the next generation of wireless internet connectivity. It allows customers to stream the latest movies and TV shows in HD quality, play immersive online games with less lags, and stay connected with their loved ones through high-quality video chats.

Moreover, 5G is designed to power smart cities, intelligent homes, self-driving vehicles, and energy grids. Globe is committed to bringing a future that is highly-digitized, convenient and revolutionizes how Filipinos live. 

For more information, visit the website at   https://www.globe.com.ph/5g,  

Reload your beep card using PayMaya

Digital financial services leader PayMaya Philippines partners with beep™ to provide commuters a safer way to load up their beep cards.  

Commuters can enjoy a safe and contactless commute by simply purchasing their beep™ load packages on the PayMaya app. With this load up method, there is no longer a need for face-to-face interactions with the teller, as well as exchange of cash, which can contribute to the further spread of the virus.  

PayMaya users can choose among three beep load packages on their PayMaya app: P100, P250, and P500 with an additional P5 convenience fee. To buy a load package on PayMaya, simply follow these easy steps: 

1. Tap treats on the app homepage 
2. Select a beep  card load package 
3. Input your beep  card number, then tap continue 
4. Wait for a purchase confirmation in-app and via SMS 
5. Head over to a beep  e-load station and tap your card to receive the load package.  

Once the beep card is loaded, it can already be used on LRT 1, LRT 2, MRT 3, as well as in Point-to-Point (P2P) and Metro Manila city buses. There’s also a growing number of modern PUVs, among other transportation modes, that accept beep™ cards as a payment method. 

AF Payments Head of Business Development, Sharon Fong said, “We recognize the challenges and health risks that the daily Filipino commuter faces during the pandemic. We want to help mitigate those health risks by promoting contactless commuting. So instead of paying for your fare with cash that gets passed around by different people, you just tap your beep™ card. Loading your card is also safer and more convenient when you use cashless options, such as PayMaya.”

“As the country reopens, more Filipinos are starting to go back to work and use public transportation. At PayMaya, we’re committed to making cashless options widely available in the transportation sector in order to promote a safer and more convenient commute for the public. Our partnership with beep is just one of the many steps we are taking to achieve this goal,” said Shailesh Baidwan, PayMaya President. 

Apart from PayMaya, commuters can also reload their beep™ cards through select Smart Padala agents in their neighborhood for a quick and convenient transaction. All they have to do is follow these simple steps:  

1. Go to your trusted Smart Padala agent and ask if beep load packages are available. 
2. Give the beep™ card account number and load amount. You can load P100, P250, and P500. 
3. Pay for the load amount with the additional P10 service fee. 
4. Head over to a beep™ e-load station and tap your card to receive the purchased load.

PayMaya has previously announced its support to the directive released by the Department of Transportation and the Land Transportation Franchising Regulatory Board mandating the use of contactless payments in public utility vehicles as part of the measures in what is dubbed as the “new normal." 

In June, it has entered into an agreement ride-hailing app hirna and its partner taxi drivers to be able to accept cashless payments from its customers via PayMaya QR.  

PayMaya has also previously equipped taxi operators in Metro Manila, Cebu, and Baguio with contactless payments, and enabled the first digital bus ticketing system with the Araneta Bus Port for cashless payments through credit and debit cards as well as via PayMaya QR.

PayMaya is the only end-to-end digital payments ecosystem enabler in the Philippines with platforms and services that cut across consumers, merchants, and government. Aside from providing payments acceptance for the largest e-Commerce, food, retail and gas merchants in the Philippines, PayMaya enables national and social services agencies as well as local government units with digital payments and disbursement services.   

Through its app and wallet, PayMaya provides millions of Filipinos with the fastest way to own a financial account with over 40,000 Add Money touchpoints nationwide, more than double the total number of traditional bank branches in the Philippines combined. Its Smart Padala by PayMaya network of over 30,000 partner touchpoints nationwide serves as last mile digital financial hubs in communities, providing the unbanked and underserved with access to services. To know more about PayMaya's products and services, visit www.PayMaya.com or follow @PayMayaOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.