LRT-1 announces a temporary suspension of LRT-1 operations from March 31

If you are riding the LRT going to work everyday, chances are you have to adjust or find means of commuting starting March 31.

In order to facilitate necessary upgrades and continuous improvements to the LRT-1 system, private operator and maintenance provider Light Rail Manila Corporation (LRMC) is announcing a temporary suspension of LRT-1 operations from March 31 (Holy Wednesday) to April 4, 2021 (Easter Sunday) for its annual maintenance. LRT-1 will continue to be operational on March 29 and 30 following its regular service hours.

 

“The work we will need to do on our lines is to ensure that our train system continues to perform at its best. We are doing everything we can for a better and smoother commute on the LRT-1,” said Enrico R. Benipayo, LRMC Chief Operating Officer.

 

For more updates and info on the LRT-1, follow LRMC on Facebook at facebook.com/officialLRT1, Twitter at @officialLRT1, or download the ikotMNL mobile app for free on Google Play and App Store. 

 

 

Allianz PNB Life makes availing of an extensive coverage plan easier and more convenient than ever

Even in the midst of a pandemic, securing one’s health does not have to be complicated. With the demand for health insurance plans on the rise, Allianz PNB Life makes availing of an extensive coverage plan easier and more convenient than ever by going where the customers are. Now, Allianz PNB Life is expanding its reach on social media.

 

“We have seen increasing interest from customers on social media who are either first-time insurance buyers or insurance-savvy customers. They are looking for the best health solution for their needs,” said Allianz PNB Life CEO Alexander Grenz. “By boosting our digital presence, we are able to better serve these customers who need special attention and care.” 

As the pandemic continues to change the way people secure their essentials, Allianz PNB Life also continues to bridge the gap between them and quality health insurance. Its newly automated lead management process on Facebook can attend to customers’ needs in real-time or within 48 hours, depending on the volume of sign-ups on a given day. 

 

“Customers on social media are used to instant gratification and deserve instant responses to their inquiries. Building our competency in this space is a priority for us, so Allianz PNB Life hopes to make instant service and short sales cycles the new normal for both customers and insurance providers,” said Grenz.

 

Customers who have availed of the Allianz eAZy Health plan can testify to being contacted within minutes of signing up, with a number of their applications already getting completed on the same day.

 

“I saw the ad on Facebook and found that the policy fits my needs. It's affordable with great health coverage, which was one of the reasons why I signed up. Plus, it was a real breeze to apply,” shared Joey, one of Allianz PNB Life’s customers.

 As the only enhanced critical illness plan, Allianz eAZy Health covers cancer, heart attack, stroke, and other critical illnesses. It also provides life, accidental death, disability, and dismemberment benefits for 360° protection. 

 

As an example, a 2018 study revealed that cancer can cost a patient at least Php 180,000 yearly. Allianz eAZy Health can help ease worries over huge medical expenses and prevent further financial burden for patients and their families.

 

For a female client aged 30 years, the premium is as low as Php 800 a month with a coverage of Php 500,000. The plan is available in a range of flexible options depending on a client’s needs and budget. It comes as a renewable 5-year insurance solution that returns 30% of total premiums if no claims are made at the end of that period. 

 

Learn more about Allianz eAZy Health here.

Safeguard just released the NEW Natural Detox Foaming Body Wash — the first in the Philippines

Spending so much time at home during this humid dry season really does make you want to take showers even more. But doing it so often makes it feel like such a chore. Good thing Safeguard just released the NEW Natural Detox Foaming Body Wash — the first in the Philippines. And it comes in three luxurious fragrances namely Pomegranate, Bamboo Charcoal, and the classic Pure White. Foaming body wash can make for a luxurious bathing experience and transform an everyday shower feel indulgent, while also deep clean your skin.

Ordinary soaps are only able to clean surface level, leaving behind germs, pollution, and oil in the skin. Every pump of the Safeguard Detox Foaming Body Wash body wash is a light and airy foam that purifies the skin while gently lifting germs, dirt, and oil with their new Triple Detox technology that provides 99.9% germ protection. Plus, not only are you able to have a fun and indulgent shower experience, but you also you get to save on water consumption of up to 30% in each shower. 

The humidity can get quite intense and leave you taking more showers than you’d prefer. Project Vanity took the three variants to test and was undeniably blown away by the distinct scents of Safeguard Foaming Body Wash. The Pomegranate, Bamboo Charcoal, and the classic Pure White variants are able to take you for your most coveted outdoor getaway, even with just a shower at home. 

Safeguard Detox Foaming Body Wash for Every Occasion

On days when you need an energy boost, Project Vanity recommends the Safeguard Foaming Body Wash in Pomegranate for a burst of bold freshness and juicy scent and to bring fun at home, while the humidity and dry season intensifies.

If you’re seeking for a relaxing pampering day, the Safeguard Foaming Body Wash in Bamboo Charcoal is just the Zen shower that you’re looking forward on. According to Project Vanity, the beach is just a scent and foam away. With the smell of the beach and mint this variant brings your well-deserved pampering in the shower.

And on days when you feel like being nostalgic, the Safeguard Foaming Body Wash in Pure White is your variant of choice. The classic and famous Safeguard scent that exudes simplicity and familiarity that might just bring back childhood memories. Project Vanity describes the experience as “finding a cozy spot to catch up on some reading or loosening up with a yoga sesh”.

Project Vanity also shared that each pump of the Safeguard Foaming Body Wash’s fragrance starts out strong yet tones down after cleansing the skin. “Then post-rinse, the scents tone down and stay close to the skin. Meaning, you can still use your lotion and perfume without the smells conflicting. I have peace of mind that I got a Safeguard Natural Detox deep cleansing, minus any tightness on the skin.”

Read more on the in-depth review of Project Vanity for each of the three variants of the Safeguard Foaming Body Wash. There’s never a dull shower moment with the new Safeguard Foaming Body Wash — you might even #FoamInLoveWithShowers more than you already do. One thing is for sure, it’s this season’s must-have item for fun showers.

The fun with foam doesn’t end in the shower with Mimiyuuuh’s Foamiyuuuh Challenge! See if you got what it takes against other contenders online, or even with your family and friends at home. Share your Foamiyuuuh Challenge on Tiktok with the hashtag #FoamInLoveWithShowers.

Teleport to your own respite and have fun even when you’re just in the shower with the new Safeguard Detox Foaming Body Wash. Shop now through the official Safeguard store in Lazada

This 4.4 ShopeePay Cashless Festival, shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy more rewards!

Did you know that its better to choose ShopeePay when you shop online at Shopee? You get to enjoy exciting and exclusive deals plus its free shipping!

ShopeePay, an integrated mobile wallet that offers users easy access to digital payment services, invites Filipinos to go cashless at the 4.4 ShopeePay Cashless Festival. This is the second iteration of Shopee’s Cashless Festival, which had its successful inaugural launch last February. From March 22 to 25, users who shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay get to enjoy exclusive rewards such as free shipping, ₱1 deals, and cashback. 

Until March 25, ShopeePay users can enjoy the following perks:

 

Free shipping vouchers

Shop to your heart’s content without worrying about shipping fees! This March 22 to 25, enjoy free shipping for a minimum spend of ₱149 on various categories. On March 24, watch out for sitewide free shipping vouchers redeemable with a minimum spend of ₱199, which will be released throughout the day in limited quantities. Finally, on 4.4 Mega ShopeePay Day, enjoy all-day sitewide free shipping! 

 

Exclusive Deals Near Me vouchers

Craving your favorite burger, donut, ice cream, or pizza? Use ShopeePay to get exclusive ₱1 Deals and amazing offers from your favorite fast food brands such as Jollibee, McDonald’s, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Domino’s!

 

Discounts and flash deals on mobile load

Always on your phone? Grab the following mobile load deals on March 22 and 25: ₱20 load for ₱12 and ₱50 load for ₱42. On March 25, watch out for the following flash deals throughout the day: ₱20 load for ₱10 and ₱50 load for ₱37.

 

Even bigger cashbacks

Use ShopeePay to earn more coins cashback that you can use to get discounts on your next shopping spree. For every purchase from participating shops, get 20% cashback, capped at 200 coins, on selected categories. 

 

On March 23 and 25, use ShopeePay to settle bills worth at least ₱600 to enjoy 15% cashback, capped at 90 coins. Users who buy load/data or pay bills for the first time can enjoy 20% cashback, capped at 120 coins, from March 22 to 24; and 25% cashback, capped at 150 coins, on March 25. 

 

This 4.4 ShopeePay Cashless Festival, shop, buy load, and pay bills with ShopeePay to enjoy more rewards! For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay. 

 

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Here are some activities that’ll keep you preoccupied and productive this summer

Bored and nothing sounds fun yet? Get some light physical activity outside and have a 10-minute walk around the block to reset your day or better yet do some little photography or selfie to get you into mood.

Good thing that there are now a lot of funtertainment available at the palm of your hands, made more enjoyable by the likes of vivo Y31 that allows for all-day fun with its longer-lasting battery life. Here are some of the activities that’ll keep you preoccupied and productive this summer:

One smartphone can offer many ways to have fun while staying at home this summer. The vivo Y31 is equipped with powerful cameras, FHD+ display, video stabilizer, gaming visual optimizer and iManager which help fuel one’s creativity for a friendly price of PHP12,999.

 

 

Brush up on photography skills

A year into quarantine really amped up everyone’s appreciation of life outside. Give yourself respite from being holed-up at home by stepping out for some sun and brushing up on some outdoor photography of even the tiniest of marvels. 

Let subjects stand out with bokeh effects, zoom closer to tiny wonders with macro shots, or make things sparkle in the dark with night shots. The vivo Y31’s already very powerful 48-megapixel main camera is complemented with a dedicated 2-megapixel bokeh camera and another 2-megapixel macro camera. Its super night mode can also capture the beautiful shades even in low-light settings. 

 

Fall in love with a new genre 

K-Dramas took the year by storm and it would not hurt to explore another culture or another genre. Streaming sites are packing their content with reality shows, coming-of-age movies, and award-winning original films. The new titles are best enjoyed on HD screens. vivo Y31, for example, boasts a wide and immersive view for videos with its FHD+ Halo FullView Display. Aside from magnifying thrilling scenes, the phone also filters out the harmful blue light to prevent eye strain. 

 

Level up vlogs, TikTok videos 

There’s always a place on the internet for new recipes, new planting techniques, best pet practices, among other interesting and inspiring raw contents. Tiktok short clips are making the internet more fun too. Professional-looking videos can be produced with the help of vivo Y31 and its Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) which makes shots more stable. High-level video capturing is just a tap away. 

 

Be a gaming expert 

Stay-at-home gaming moments can be more exciting by elevating one’s ranking from beginner to expert or switching from a mobile game to another. vivo Y31 makes this mission possible with the built-in Multi-Turbo 4.0 which optimizes core scenes to reduce stuttering and lag in games. Now, that’s leveled up all-day gaming. 

 

All of these fun activities can be done with just a single smartphone. It would be good if they can be cleaned up nicely with built-in apps like vivo Y31’s iManager, which keeps the device in good shape by scanning for possible issues automatically. Owning a hardworking smartphone and keeping it well-checked will bring a certain level of fun at home during these uncertain times. 

 

For more details of the vivo Y31, you can go to www.vivoglobal.ph/phone/vivo-Y31 or follow vivo Philippines on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can also visit the vivo store on Shopee and Lazada. 

Flip that hair without the fear of falling flakes with Selsun Blue

Did you know that if you have dandruff you should be washing your hair everyday or every other day to prevent hair loss? That's why you should choose your dandruff shampoo wisely. 

Having dandruff can make your social interactions feel awkward. It can also be embarrassing and uncomfortable.

 

Are you feeling less confident because dandruff falls on your shirt or bare shoulders? Dandruff can really affect your self-esteem and how you interact with others.

 

But here's some good news: Dandruff is preventable and controllable.

 

If you have a dandruff problem, face it and reach for Selsun Blue.

 

Selsun Blue contains 1% Selenium Sulfide, an antifungal medication that lowers levels of yeast and reduces the inflammation that causes flakes. Selsun Blue now also contains conditioning Honey Extract which moisturizes and softens hair. 

 

Be 100% confident when you go to the beach this summer. Flip that hair without the fear of falling flakes. Leave the worry of having dandruff on your clothes when you use Selsun Blue. 

 

If you've never tried Selsun Blue, Lazada's 9th Birthday Sale this month is a good time to get your first bottle.

 

On March 27 only, get up to 10% off on single bottles and up to 15% off the sets from.  For every minimum purchase worth Php400, you get a free Selsun Blue 6g sachet worth Php36.

 

Never let your confidence leave you again because of dandruff. Switch to Selsun Blue and always be 100% confident wherever you are.

World Vision Ambassadors give their full support through the “A Year of Firsts” Instagram Live Series

In line with the ongoing “A Year of Firsts” campaign of World Vision Philippines, the celebrity ambassadors of the child-focused organization gave their full support through the “A Year of Firsts” Instagram Live Series.

 

The Instagram Live Series featured World Vision Ambassadors Christian Bautista, Enzo Pineda, Marc Nelson, and Joyce Pring with her husband and World Vision supporter Juancho Triviño, in a live Q&A event as they reveal something they will do for the first time this year.

For the premiere episode, World Vision Ambassador Christian Bautista shared his experience of becoming a child sponsor and offered his first song written this year. Meanwhile, World Vision Ambassador Enzo Pineda shared his advocacies for education and conducted a mini-storytelling session for the young viewers. World Vision Ambassador Marc Nelson accepted the challenge of writing a letter to his sponsored child in Tagalog. World Vision Ambassador Joyce Pring with her husband, Juancho Triviño, expressed their excitement and anticipation as they enter a new season this year as first-time parents.

 

Each episode of the live series ran for 30 minutes and streamed simultaneously on the ambassador and World Vision’s respective Instagram accounts. The episodes are currently available for viewing on World Vision’s social media assets.

 

“We are so grateful that our ambassadors are once again supporting one of the key initiatives of World Vision this year. Together with our ambassadors, we are hoping that the ‘A Year of Firsts’ campaign will touch the hearts of many people and let them know that they too can make a difference in the lives of Filipino children and help them have a new start”, said World Vision National Director Rommel Fuerte.

 

Zelle Eliz gives hope to Typhoon-affected families thru a fundraising drive of ABLOOM

 

Zelle Eliz, a half-Filipino and half-Malaysian based in Canada, is an up-and-coming artist of her generation. With hit singles like A. O. N., Kaleidoscope Adventures, and That’s Okay (available on Spotify and Youtube), Zelle definitely has a promising future in the music industry.

 

Zelle Eliz is an excellent and passionate singer with a big heart for fellow Filipinos. Upon hearing the news about how Typhoons Rolly and Ulysses have displaced thousands of families in the Philippines, she felt the urgency to respond in a way that would make an impact to those greatly affected.

Last February, Zelle Eliz launched a fundraising drive of her debut album, “Abloom”. For every purchase, part of the proceeds will be donated to World Vision’s projects that aim to sustain Typhoon-stricken families and communities.

 

“I’ve always believed that we are proponents of change and that we must all come together and participate in changing the world, no matter how small the contribution may be,” shared Zelle Eliz. “Abloom is my humble way of sharing the gift and the power of music, to empower the voiceless with voice, as an instrument in transforming the lives of those in need”.

 

Also, through this partnership with World Vision, Zelle Eliz aims to empower those in need by raising awareness, volunteering in outreach programs, and supporting the education of the most vulnerable children.

 

To know more about World Vision and how you can support, visit www.worldvision.org.ph/our-work/

 

Follow /worldvisionph on Facebook and @worldvisionphl on Instagram to be updated on World Vision’s work in the Philippines.

 

Gretchen Ho is named as “Beacon” for PLDT Home’s #SheConnects campaign

When a woman speaks, she can lead a generation into action. And that’s exactly what TV host, reporter, and all-around woman-in-action Gretchen Ho does. This Women’s Month, the athlete-turned-reporter shares her journey on how having strong women connections helped her become a voice and beacon of her generation.

 

“When I envision something, I get into action to achieve it,” says Gretchen Ho. Dubbed as the ‘Woman-in-Action’, she has evolved from being a university athlete, to an events host, a news anchor, and now as a Beacon for other women. She talks about how she believes that success comes from a daily and constant effort, “Work hard. Never forget work ethic, take action day-by-day and keep improving daily. Move forward with consistency”.

Before becoming a news anchor, Gretchen was a volleyball star player having been key to the successes of her former teams’ championship wins at the prestigious UAAP and 2014 PSL Grand Prix Conference Games. She then moved to become a TV reporter, working on the sidelines to find and tell empowering stories of people from different walks of life. All these led her to the “Woman in Action” that she is now.   

 

In 2017, Gretchen became an Ambassador for Health and Nutrition of the Philippine branch of World Vision, a humanitarian aid, development and advocacy organization. Her advocacies and achievements have been recognized by various organizations. She has been named Best News Personality at the 2020 Paragala Media Awards, Most Outstanding Female Correspondent at the 2020 3^rd Gawad Lasallianeta, Best New Female Segment Host for the Year at the 2019 Gawad Pilipino, consistent awardee for Best Lifestyle Show and Best Morning Show Hosts at the PMPC Star Awards for TV, and Student’s Choice of Personality for Social Media Development at the 2016 USTv XII Awards.

Making the most of her connections to help others, Gretchen continues to use her influence in empowering others for the better. “It’s not just about the hard work, it’s also about doors and opportunities. I strive to use these connections to help other people. I make use of my platform and network so that I can help more people in need,” she adds.

 

With this, Gretchen Ho is named as “Beacon” for PLDT Home’s #SheConnects campaign. She joins stellar women in a masterclass video series that showcases inspiring journeys of distinguished women and how they connect with others to inspire, elevate, and empower.

 

Asked about her vision for women in the future, Gretchen had this hope in mind: “My hope is that more women will rise up to lead and use their platforms to empower and connect more women for a better future.”

 

Learn more from the Woman-in-Action, Gretchen Ho, as she shares more lessons through a masterclass video on PLDT Home’s Youtube page here.

Prepare your lips and skin this summer with Mentholatum and Sunplay

Its summer once again and its time for some skin protection when you go out in the sun or outdoors to do some errands. 

We've been making time for everything from mani-pedis to at-home workouts all in the name of self-care but taking extra time to focus on our skin should be our No. 1 priority. For summer, the beauty buzzword is "protect." 

This summer, protect your skin and lips from the sun and other elements with Mentholatum LipCare products and Sunplay Skin Aqua sunscreens, both beloved Asian beauty brands with cult beauty status.

 

There may be no summer outings but you still have to make sure your skin is protected from UVA/UVB rays and even blue light. Sunplay Skin Aqua sunscreen is a skincare step you should never miss. One popular choice is Sunplay Skin Aqua UV Watery Essence with SPF 50+ PA++++; doesn’t feel thick or heavy, and doesn’t contain any fragrance or alcohol. Another is Skin Aqua Sarafit with beauty and protection benefits; blocking UVA/UVB and blue light, plus you will get to have a supple skin because it has Hyaluronic Acid.

 

Mentholatum LipCare offers different lip balms. One of them is LipIce Magic Color, which is infused with Commiphora Mukul Herbs Extract to smoothen fine lines and keep lips bouncy; enhanced with Beeswax and Argan Oil for 10 hours of moisture and enriched with natural ingredients like Shea Butter, Macadamia Nut Oil, Jojoba Oil, Ternifolia Nut Oil and Aloe Vera Oil Extract to keep lips smooth and healthy. It also has Vitamin E, an antioxidant to protect your lips from the sun and other elements.

 

From March 25-28, 2021, enjoy up to 30% off on selected LipCare and Sunplay products at Watsons and SM Beauty.

 

More deals for Watsons Card Members! On March 26-28, 2021, get up to 50% off on select LipCare and Sunplay products in the Watsons Million Members Thanksgiving Sale online and in-store! 

 

To celebrate Lazada's 9th Birthday Sale on March 27, there will be special deals and freebies. Get up to 25% off on regular Sunplay products and up to 50% off on Sunplay Watery Cool items. There will also be 10% off on all regular Mentholatum LipCare items and a free LipIce Sugar Lip for every checkout (no minimum purchase requirement) at Mentholatum's Lazada store https://s.lazada.com.ph/s.c4DbU.

 

Make sure your skin and lips get the love and protection they need with Mentholatum LipCare and Sunplay products. 

 

 

 

Ever Bilena celebrates 38th anniversary with a huge sale on all make up products

I witnessed the long queue in SM North Edsa when Ever Bilena hold their P38 or 38% sale on all beauty products. The first product that was hoarded or wiped out in just a matter of seconds is their bestseller powder foundation. I was able to grab some Kris lipsticks though.  

Filipinos are swarming the malls and drugstores to hoard makeup—particularly Ever Bilena’s products! 

 

That’s because the country’s leading cosmetics brand is celebrating its 38^th anniversary. To mark this milestone, they are treating their customers to the Ever Bilena “Great at 38” sale, with Php38 and 38% discounts on select Ever Bilena, EB Advance, and Careline products.

 

The reception to the sale event was so phenomenal that three-month’s worth of stocks were immediately depleted only in one day on the brand’s official pages on Lazada and Shopee.  Thousands of shoppers also followed social distancing protocols in malls across the country and patiently lined up to enjoy the huge discounts on Ever Bilena products. 

Ever Bilena founder Dioceldo Sy excitedly shares, “We are very thankful for the overwhelming response. We were surprised that, despite the ongoing pandemic and strict safety protocols in the stores, shoppers  eagerly trooped to the malls and lined up to avail of our anniversary sale.  It took an Ever Bilena’s sale to bring Filipinos back to the malls and this is truly an unprecedented and well-documented success for us!”

 

The celebration is definitely not over with more exciting deals on best-selling products like matte lipsticks and makeup collaboration with Kirs Aquino on sale for Php38 or 38% off extended until April 30, 2021. 

 

Be sure to visit Ever Bilena’s physical stores at all leading department stores and supermarkets nationwide as well your local groceries. Hurry because Ever Bilena’s products are selling out really fast!

 

To know the list of participating stores, visit Ever Bilena’s Facebook page (@everbilenacosmetics).

Make family bonding moments with the kids sweeter and more fun with their all-time favorite Jolly Spaghetti

Even though the pandemic means kids must stay home to be safe, it doesn’t mean that they can’t have any fun! Now that parents are spending more time with their kids, it’s best to make the most out of the situation and foster a joyful and exciting atmosphere at home. 

 

One great way to keep kids happy despite the current situation is to create new family activities that will make quality time together more memorable!  You can learn how to bake, expand their creativity through DIY arts and crafts or even explore the latest video games or social media trends—then complete your child’s day with a plate of the meatiest, cheesiest, and sweet-sarap Jolly Spaghetti. 

 The latest commercial from Jollibee encourages exactly this, showing that parents can do a lot of at-home activities for their bonding time. From interactive storytelling through role-playing, teaming up on building giant lego castles, and jamming to the new dance crazes and games together, there is always a way to make your children happy. 

 

To top it all, the meatiest, cheesiest and sweet-sarap Jolly Spaghetti is always guaranteed to make these daily bonding moments memorable and sweet-sarap na walang katulad, while being affordable, and easy and convenient to order. 

 

“Keeping your children happy by spending quality time with them is truly important during these challenging times. We’re glad to contribute to making family bonding moments with the kids sweeter and more fun with their all-time favorite Jolly Spaghetti.” said Jollibee Marketing AVP for Bestsellers Cathleen Capati.

The Jolly Spaghetti is available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for only Php 50 solo, and P200 as a Family Pan good for four to five people. Have it safely delivered to you via the Jollibee Delivery App, JollibeeDelivery.com, #87000, GrabFood, and foodpanda! Also available in Drive-Thru and Take Out.

 

For more info and updates on Jollibee products, like Jollibee Philippines on Facebook, subscribe to Jollibee Studios on YouTube, and follow @jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.