Finding the perfect lipstick shade that complements your skin tone is definitely no easy feat. You would need to try out different products to find “the one”. Now, Kris Aquino’s Life Kit by Ever Bilena makes the job easier for you as it offers universally flattering lip shades perfect for any complexion.
The lip kits are available in various formulas: The Kris Matte Liquid Lipstick, Kris Matic Lipstick and the Kris Matte Lip Liner. These items are sold separately.
The red hues
What makes red lipsticks so versatile is that it brightens any complexion and even helps the teeth appear slightly whiter. It’s also the perfect shade to add sophistication to any look, whether day or night. A lip kit shade you can try is Love.
The nude tones
If you’re aiming for the “my lips but better” look, nude lipstick shades are the way to go. The Kris Life Kit offers a spectrum of nudes ranging from pink undertones such as Lucky, Life, or Laugh and tints of brown like Let Go and Learn.
Leading global technology company vivo successfully played Santa over the holidays, granting wishes and giving away exclusive prizes to more than a thousand lucky vivo customers through its #SealedWithAWish Campaign.
#SealedWithAWish is a digitized Santa Mailbox wherein customers who purchased any vivo smartphone from November 16, 2020 to January 11, 2021 could submit a wish list and get a chance to win the desired items plus other exciting prizes.
Among these lucky customers is Arche Canufin, a housekeeper in BGC, who is the winner of the grand prize of a brand new Ford EcoSport.
From L-R, Arche (C), with vivo Philippines PR Lead Jelly Buan, Ford Global City Sales Manager Bernadette Co, Ford Global City Sales Executive Michael Babani, and vivo Philippines Brand Executive Norman Cruz during the ceremonial turnover of the Ford EcoSport.
“Wish come true”, said the proud owner of a vivo Y20i during the ceremonial turnover held by vivo Philippines at a Ford dealership in Bonifacio Global City.
Canufin, a husband and loving father, mentioned that he makes just enough to meet the needs of his family and that he couldn’t be any more grateful to vivo for the unexpected blessing that landed on his lap. He expressed how this car can help him reach more clients safely and open more opportunities for livelihood so that he can provide better for his family.
On top of the grand prize, the vivo #SealedWithAWish Holiday promo also gave 45 lucky winners P10000 worth of an item of their choice, while 450 brought home premium air purifiers worth P7999, and 900 more won a pair of Bluetooth headphones worth P2499 respectively.
Always be on the lookout for vivo Philippines’ exciting promos by heading to its official Facebook page at facebook.com/vivo.philippines and you just might be the next happy vivo winner.
This is a must-watch spoken word poetry by Google PH, it simply packs a metaphorical punch.
There are powerful messages just waiting to be heard.
The collection of spoken word poetry is by by TiTik Poetry while the animated videos were illustrated and animated by Christwin Felix, a volunteer, who has been teaching multimedia arts for more than 10 years.
Google launches a collection of spoken word poetry and animated videos on its local YouTube channel to teach digital responsibility and help Filipinos be better netizens and stewards of the internet. The content is developed by the youth volunteers of Teach Peace Build Peace Movement (TPBPM), an NGO which aims to build peace online and in vulnerable communities nationwide.
The themes of the YouTube videos are kindness; the value of strong passwords and online security; critical thinking, oversharing prevention, and courage online. Together with YouTube’s reach of over 40 million Filipinos, digital responsibility can be effectively taught to more people online using videos of creative expression.
The spoken word poetry is written and produced by TiTik Poetry, a youth group from Cavite who strives to use words and art to make a social impact.
“Poetry is powerful and we can use it as a tool to make the internet a safer place. Each of us has a unique talent or skill and if we use it for an important cause like digital responsibility, we can make a positive impact in the community,” said Verlin Santos, founder of Titik Poetry.
The animated videos were illustrated and animated by Christwin Felix, a volunteer, who has been teaching multimedia arts for more than 10 years. The stories were written by Grace Bufi, a housewife and a passionate storyteller. Grace, along with her husband Rey Bufi, established the Basa Bookstore and The Storytelling Project, a non-profit organization which aims to spark hope, inspiration and imagination through storytelling.
Dingdong Dantes provided a voice over in all the five animated videos playing the role of the “Badge Giver”, a character who explains the moral of the story. Meanwhile, YouTube creator Janina Vela introduces, narrates, and concludes each of the stories to highlight the lessons.
Believing in the purpose of the campaign, Dingdong shared, “Sa panahon ngayon, napakahalaga ng responsableng paggamit ng internet. Gamit ang aming boses bilang mga miyembro ng entertainment industry, sana’y makatulong kami upang maitaas ang kaalaman ng lahat tungkol sa proper internet etiquette at online safety, lalung lalo na sa mga kabataan.”
Janina Vela underscored the important role of creators: “YouTube creators play an important role in teaching digital responsibility. We can use our voice and platform to raise awareness on how we can all be better stewards of the internet. I hope that beyond Safer Internet Day, we can always practice healthy digital habits online and offline.”
Bernadette Nacario, Country Director of Google Philippines said, “At Google, we believe in enabling partners, communities and volunteers so we can all build a safer internet. The campaign is a shared effort of individuals from different walks of life to demonstrate that everyone can make a valuable contribution and be a better netizen. Everyone can use their passion, talents, or skills to promote digital responsibility in their own way.”
On Safer Internet Day of 2019, Google and TPBPM launched a campaign called Cyberpeace to teach at least 10,000 high school students about digital responsibility. Amid the pandemic, with the help of several volunteers, the campaign reached more than 416,000 netizens nationwide through digital means such as social media and webinars.
Check out the spoken word poetry and animated videos on Google Philippines YouTube Channel. You can also join the conversation online using the hashtag #SaferInternet4Filipinos.
As it continues to provide jobs that matter during these unprecedented times, leading online job portal JobStreet launches its first-ever interactive Virtual Career Fair for 2021, happening on February 17 to 21, with more than 55,000 jobs available from different industries across the country.
Some of the job roles available are IT Software Specialist, Digital Marketer, Sales Executive, System Analyst, Customer Service Representative, Financial Consultant, ESL Teacher, Accountant, Engineer, IT Developer, HR Staff, and HR Manager.
Candidates can also apply for Office Administrator, Dispatcher, Merchandiser, Warehouse Staff, Quality Assurance Staff, and more.
Among the hiring companies include BDO, Mercedez Benz Group, LBC Express, Yamaha Philippines, Universal Robina Corporation, Aboitiz Construction, Converge, 51 Talk, Accenture, TaskUs, Nestle, and many more.
“Millions of Filipinos have lost their jobs last year since the pandemic, and JobStreet embarks on a mission to help Filipinos rebuild the economy by amplifying our commitment to being a career and talent partner this 2021,” said JobStreet Country Manager Philip Gioca.
Aside from thousands of career opportunities, the Virtual Career Fair also features live chats and on-the-spot interviews with HR representatives from participating employers. A chatbot will pre-screen questions and answers to filter potential candidates, and a Live Chat Control Platform will allow hirers to have direct conversations with multiple candidates.
Hiring companies will have their respective virtual booths where they can showcase multimedia content for jobseekers to explore and navigate.
In addition, candidates will have access to JobStreet Facebook Live events wherein financial and mental health experts will be discussing relevant labor matters to the audience. This is in line with JobStreet’s dedication to providing valuable support to job seekers amid the situation.
JobStreet partnered with government agencies to help candidates with their service-related queries. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Social Security System (SSS), PhilHealth, and Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) will have their own virtual booths in the Virtual Career Fair to accommodate concerns and questions from candidates via chat.
“During the lockdown, we’ve faced a lot of challenging times, and this year is everyone’s chance to look for opportunities and rebuild themselves. We encourage jobseekers to join and submit their applications to as many companies as they want during the Virtual Career Fair on February 17 to 21,” added Gioca.
The Virtual Career Fair is now open for pre-registration through the JobStreet microsite. Visit http://bit.ly/JobStreetVCF to register.
Japanese global apparel retailer, UNIQLO, announces its expansion of their UNIQLO Evia store in Evia Lifestyle Center in Las Piñas City starting this February.
With UNIQLO’s commitment to improve the lives of everyone through clothing and service, the expansion aims to bring more shopping convenience and accessibility to its customers.
Located at the ground level of the Evia Lifestyle Center, the store was temporarily closed last February 1, 2021 for renovations and developments. From 660 square meters, the store will be scaled up to 1,878 square meters selling space and will offer the complete LifeWear collection for men’s, women’s, kids and babies.
As an additional treat to its customers, parking slots will increase to 1,150, from 500.
The UNIQLO Evia Store is set to reopen on April 30, 2021.
For more updates, please visit UNIQLO Philippines’ website at www.uniqlo.com/ph and download the UNIQLO APP via Google Play Store or Apple Store.
Follow UNIQLO Philippines’ social media accounts, Facebook (facebook.com/uniqlo.ph), Twitter (twitter.com/uniqloph) and Instagram (Instagram.com/uniqlophofficial).
Finding the perfect home appliance is an investment, it makes our lives easier. So buying the best and would last for five years or more is already a miracle! That's why we have to check out everything when choosing home appliances.
Home appliances are vital because they make our lives more convenient. The possibilities are endless. We use appliances to do chores, cook food, wash clothes, and many more. Everything is done with ease through the help of proper and well-invested appliances.
The new normal made consumers and homemakers look for household partners that would fulfill their daily needs.
Whether you may be ordering replacements or you are considering splurging on a new appliance, you should be on the lookout for a brand that integrates new technologies without sacrificing performance.
When choosing on what to buy, you should be looking for the device that will do the job more efficiently. Beko, being Europe’s No. 1 Home Appliance brand, builds their products with the latest technology derived from consumer-centric innovations. You will not only be getting a bang for the buck, but also a quality that can last you a lifetime.
Beko is known for their top of the line technologies present in their array of products like HarvestFresh, EverFresh, NeoFrost Dual Cooling, SteamCure, AquaIntense, Steam Cooking Solutions, and PowerClean.
Exciting news from Beko
Beko products including refrigerators, washers, cookers, and range hoods are now available in leading appliance stores nationwide such as All Home, Ansons, Asian Home, Great World Appliances, Robinsons Appliances, Savers Appliances, and SM Appliance Store, and e-commerce sites such as Household Appliance Trading (hat.com.ph) and Beko’s Lazada Flagship store.
"Beko brings to the Philippine market an understanding of the need for families to have top quality appliances that are affordable. Our appliances make Filipino’s lives healthier and more convenient with latest technologies. We also work hand in hand with our dealers to bring the best of Europe to Filipino homes. We have chosen dealers with nationwide presence so that they would be accessible to more consumers," said Gurhan Gunal, Beko Pilipinas Country Manager.
Beko Pilipinas envisions more Filipinos to live like a pro, staying true to its branding, by providing quality products that would help elevate their lifestyle.
As new challenges arise, we need to keep ourselves in our best shape to face these obstacles. Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray started taking the steps she needs to keep her best foot forward each day.
For Cat, putting yourself first before others does not always mean you are selfish. Sometimes, it also means that you only want to create the best version of yourself to give your best contributions to the community.
It gives her an extra level of protection since it contains 843.64mg of Sodium Ascorbate to help prevent and treat scurvy and vitamin C deficiency. It also provides enhanced iron absorption, collagen formation, and extra aid in speeding the wound healing process, helping her have the safeguard she needs to make the most of her days with a bright smile and the right mindset.
Feng Shui experts have named black, blue, and gray to be the lucky colors of the Year of the Metal Ox. Together with gold and silver, these colors are foreseen to bring luck to those wearing them, or in vivo Y31’s case, for those holding and using them.
One can literally hold their luck at the palm of their hands as vivo Y31 is launched, just in time for the Chinese New Year, and in the auspicious colors of Racing Black and Ocean Blue. The New Year is already bound to be pretty rewarding with this powerful device on hand that will not only attract fortune, but also send your productivity to new heights.
The black and the blue shades are especially lucky in lunar year 2021 for those born in the years of the rat (1972, 1984, 1996, 2008), monkey (1980, 1992, 2004, 2016), pig (1983, 1995, 2007, 2019) and ox (1985, 1997, 2009, 2021). Generally, according to astrologers, it is best to attract luck in the Year of the Metal Ox by wearing the prosperous colors of blue, black and gray, regardless of which zodiac you’re born to.
Surrounding oneself with positivity is also easier with the powerful specs of the vivo Y31. Its 5000mAh-powered long battery life and 18W fast charging capability will definitely light up its users’ productivity and creativity.
Stress-free as the vivo Y31 wants your year to be, it is built-in with the high-performing Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 series octa-core processor, which makes it possible to seamlessly transfer from one app to another with no lags and delays.
Following the trademark features of vivo, the latest from its Y-series is packed with a 48-megapixel main camera that’s capable of taking quality photos and videos from day to night. The main camera is supported with the 2-megapixel bokeh camera and 2-megapixel macro camera, making the new device ready to document the year’s exciting moments. Meanwhile, its 8-megapixel front camera produces amazing selfies.
Aside from the lucky colors, vivo Y31’s 8.36mm slim and light body adds further to the phone’s pleasant and luck-inviting experience with a form that’s easy to hold. It truly is a promising year ahead with the stunning look and powerful hardware of the vivo Y31.
For more details of this new device, you can go to www.vivoglobal.ph/phone/vivo-Y31/or follow vivo Philippines on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Visit the official vivo store on Shopee and Lazada.
Ever since quarantine measures have eased up, many have returned to working in the office – and that number is expected to increase with the start of the New Year.
If you’re one of those people, every single safety precaution is a must. Apart from strict social distancing, here is a list of back-to-work essentials that will help keep you safe as you hustle in the new normal.
Mask and shield. Of course, this has to be first on the list! If you’re going back to the office, you can't leave your house without a proper face mask. In case you run out, leading stores at SM offer a variety of options from the usual surgical and KN95 masks to the more colorful and fashionable cloth masks.
Kinepin Kn95 face mask and face shield from The SM Store
All-in-one pouch! Ever struggled rummaging through your bag just to look for your alcohol spray? A travel pouch could be the solution! You can insert a small travel pouch in your bag with all your safety essentials, such as hand sanitizers, soaps, and wipes. That way, you can easily find it inside your bag. Another possible solution is alcohol sprays on keychains so you can easily attach them outside your bag. Watsons at SM has a lot of cute options available!
Head to The SM Store to get travel pouch for your safety essentials, a case for your face mask and bottle holder for your alcohol or hand sanitizer.
Drink on the go. Invest in a tumbler so you can always have water or your favorite juice with you to stay healthy amid the pandemic. Plus, you get to save money and help the environment at the same time! The SM Store and top brands at SM offer a wide variety of options for you that you can even personalize to your heart’s content.
Clean breathing space. Wearable air purifiers claim to release negative ions to purify the air around you from airborne pollutants, which may help drive viruses away from your immediate breathing zone. Some studies state that they may have many health benefits, such as boosting your mood, reducing stress levels, and improving sleep. Check out SM Cyberzone and leading stores at SM for yours!
Air purifier necklace available at SM Cyberzone and The SM Store
Always on plan.After a year when most things were out of your control, experts say a planner can be therapeutic. It allows you to have some control in your life. It also lets you be more organized and less frantic since it can help you keep track of deadlines. The best part of having a planner: you get to make the most of your time and save some of it for yourself and your family. Now that's work-life balance! If you want a selection of 2021 planners with a variety designs, check out different bookstores and office supplies stores at your local SM mall.
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The Leuchtturn1917 Daily Planner 2021 (left) and Moleskine Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Daily Planner (right) available at National Book Store. Visit Shopmag for more planners to keep your life on track.
Can’t have too many umbrellas. Beat the scorching heat or the pouring rain when you go outside. Even before the pandemic, an umbrella has always been an outdoor essential in the Philippines, especially since the weather can be unpredictable. Whenever you go out for work, make sure you have an umbrella inside your bag – you'll never know when you'll need it. The SM Store has plenty of options for you!
Music to relax. Many believe that music can enhance cognitive performance. If you find yourself getting a bit stressed out, just put on your headphones and play your favorite song on a low volume. This will help you relax a bit and create personal space. As a result, you get to focus on your work, regain concentration, and improve productivity. Aside from that, headphones may also come in handy during those virtual calls and online events you have to attend for work. You can check out SM Cyberzone to get quality headphones and your other tech needs.
Sennheiser HD206 (left) and Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones (right) available at SM Cyberzone
Sport a new back-to-office look with wide clothing selection from SM Woman and SM Men at The SM Store.
New year, new look. What better way to say "new year, new me" than by rocking a whole different look from head to toe? After a tough 2020, treat yourself to some enjoyable shopping and get the latest fashion items! And once you go back to the office, surprise your officemates with your upgraded style and aesthetic. If you want a new look for the workplace, SM has all the leading stores that have the best clothes, shoes and bags from business casual to formal wear and everything in between.
For more updates, visit www.smsupermalls.com or follow @smsupermalls on all social media platforms.
With the new year comes renewed hope and firmer decisions to live a better life. Likely, a shortlist of related resolutions is inside a note in your phone or perhaps even carved in your mind. We live in currently delicate times when one’s safety and health must be secured. It will be no surprise that overall well-being takes primary consideration as we embark on 2021.
While exercise may immediately come top-of-mind in resolving to be healthier, one’s diet should also be considered and complement one’s overall lifestyle. A person who has discovered this balanced combination is Cinty Yñiguez - hotelier, yogi, certified nutritionist and entrepreneur.
Living very busy schedules in Singapore and Hong Kong for 17 years as a top executive in leading hotel chains, Cinty took charge of her well-being to sustain herself in all her activities including regular business travel globally. She discovered her passion for yoga and healthy eating. Driven to share the benefits of her practice and nutritional choices, she took up studies in Clinical Nutrition at Hong Kong University and also earned yoga teaching certifications.
Cinty started farming in a micro plot of land she rented near her home in Discovery Bay, Hong Kong. It was there, within the confines of five plant beds that she was able to get her hands dirty, learn from the local crop farmer and experiment with growing her own plants. Fresh green juices became a staple at her home.
Returning to Manila in 2015, Cinty continues to work in the hotel industry. She also teaches yoga and has founded Naked Foods, a line of plant-based food offerings that are handcrafted and preservative-free. It is her vision to help make it easier for people to nourish themselves and eat healthier with favourite local and international staples. Naked Foods started in 2017 and now has a growing base of customers who have chosen to inject nutritious and versatile plant-based alternatives to their diets.
The product line includes savouries, sweets, and condiments. Among the favourites are: plant-based Bacon (fondly called Facon) which has that distinct umami taste; protein-packed, nutrient-dense Filipino and Italian Sausages filled with flavours from herbs; Beyond Butter with proteins from almonds, sunflower seeds and coconuts; and Edible Cookie Dough with Belgian chocolate morsels. Naked Foods also produces Vegetable Bouillon Powder, Sweet Pork Bites, Pulled Pork, Beef Strips and Char Siu Pork.
In recent years, there has been an increased interest in plant-forward eating. This is a style of cooking and eating emphasising plant-based food but not strictly limited to them. Meat may be present at meals but usually not the main highlight. The Permanente Journal published on the website of the National Center for Biotechnical Information in the U.S. stated “...a healthy, plant-based diet aims to maximize consumption of nutrient-dense plant foods while minimizing processed foods, oils, and animal foods (including dairy products and eggs).”
Plant-based food are tasty and nutritious alternatives. Cinty and her Naked Foods company aim to get consumers to replace some of their meat-based choices for meals with healthier options. According to heart.org, consuming less meat decreases the risk of heart disease, stroke, obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Type 2 diabetes and many cancers. Unlike the sometimes outrageous prices of plants sold and purchased during this pandemic, plant-based food continues to be well within reach of consumers. Naked Foods’ products are competitively affordable to their food alternatives without sacrificing taste and nutritional benefits. They are currently available in Metro Manila at Real Food branches in BGC and Alabang, at The Vegan Grocer in San Juan, as well as, in Cebu at Only Vegan Food Cebu. These nutritious products are also available online through nakedfoodsbycinty on Facebook and @nakedfoodsbycinty on Instagram.
The long wait is over for the smartphone that can deliver all-day performance, whether for gaming or productivity, because the new vivo Y31 is officially available in all official vivo outlets beginning February 6, 2021.
Now, you can enjoy a device with a longer run time, functions seamlessly among several apps with a high-performance processor, and takes photos and videos in stunning detail even at night. These, and lots of other industry-defining features are in vivo Y31 and will be available for only PHP12,999.
Adding further to the excitement of this latest release from the global smartphone brand are the exclusive freebies of a 10,000mAh power bank and pair of high-quality earphones, worth P3,899 together for every purchase of the vivo Y31 from February 6-19, 2021.
The vivo Y31 packs a 48-megapixel primary camera with an f/1.79 aperture on the rear. It is fine-tuned with a second 2-megapixel bokeh camera and a third 2-megapixel macro camera, well complemented by an 8-megapixel camera on the front for finer selfies. It is also powered by a 5,000mAh battery and supported by a proprietary fast charging which are perfect for all-day fun.
That non-stop gadget action is matched with an ultra-reliable processor. The vivo Y31 functions on the latest Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 662 octa-core processor that allows for a lag-free, multi-tasking between apps. This efficiency runs on Android Funtouch OS 11 and allows for dual-sim with acceptance of nano-sim cards. To top it off, it stands out in accessibility with its side-mounted fingerprint scanner technology.
Storage is not a problem as well for the vivo Y31 as it is supported by an 8GB and 128GB RAM/ROM storing capacity. The new handset assures reliable safekeeping of your fun memories and creative works.
vivo Y31 users are also meant to stand out from the crowd with its sleek 8.36mm slim and light form. The attractive form is paired with the phone’s stylish colors: Racing Black and Ocean Blue.
These specs and features put together a remarkable device that favors everything that this generation is about--creative, productive, and loves to be entertained, all for a friendly price of P12,999. Order the handset of this generation to avail of the limited-time only freebies.
Get your hands on the latest vivo Y31 in all vivo stores and kiosks nationwide. For more details of the vivo Y31, visit https://www.vivoglobal.ph/phone/vivo-Y31/and follow vivo Philippines on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Visit the official vivo store on Shopee and Lazada.
The smartphone that can deliver all-day performance, the vivo Y31, is finally here! Now, you can enjoy a smartphone that has a longer run time, functions seamlessly among several apps, and takes photos and videos in stunning detail at night. The vivo Y31 is available beginning February 6, 2021, for only P12,999.
Stand out from the crowd with vivo Y31’s stylish 8.36mm slim and light form. Available in Racing Black and Ocean Blue, the new trend-setting smartphone, both in looks and in performance, is available in all official vivo kiosks and stores nationwide for only P12,999 starting February 6, 2021.
