From K-pop, K-dramas, K-food, and K-beauty, I have a fascination about these Ks! And one of the beauty brands I truly vouch for is the premium-quality Korean brand called Face Republic! Now, you may get it at 50% off on Shopee Beauty!

From hair care to makeup, Shopee Beauty has all your makeup and skincare needs! Enjoy the most exclusive deals up to 90% off, new launches, and exciting offers fit from various brands for every makeup & skincare haul--only from Shopee Beauty! And Face Republic is one of the brands that's on sale!

Here are some of the Face Republic beauty products on my cart :

Face Republic Calming Blemish Madecassoside Serum | Vegan-certified 45mL

This serum is best for acne-prone and sensitive skin. My teenager son skin is troubled with zits and acnes popping here and there. He has tried Face Republic Calming Blemish Serum and it indeed helped in soothing his skin. Calming serum that soothes troubled skin and blemishes with madecassoside and tea tree extracts. It's best to use after applying toner on your face and neck.

Purchase on Shopee here: https://shopee.ph/Face-Republic-Calming-Blemish-Madecassoside-Serum-Vegan-certified-45mL-i.44792426.9859863443?position=1

Face Republic Calming Acne Salicylic Cleanser | Vegan-certified 100mL This cleanser is super versatile as it is perfect to use for all skin types. If you are acne-prone or have combination, oily, normal, or sensitive skin, you need not worry using this product as your cleanser! Its Mild pH gel cleanser that calms acne and blemishes as it gently removes dirt and excess oil. It's fragrance-free, paraben-free, and oil-free as well! It addresses acnes, blemishes, and even enlarged pores.

Purchase on Shopee here: https://shopee.ph/Face-Republic-Calming-Acne-Salicylic-Cleanser-Vegan-certified-100mL-i.44792426.4696676449?position=1

Face Republic Purity Sun Essence | Vegan-certified 50mL

May I just say that I love this product! I use this every single day! Yes, even if I just stay at home, my skin needs SPF! We all do! It's light and it's non-greasy too! It's our solution to a clean and mild daily sun protection. It's also Vegan-certified, making it a really good and safe for sensitive skin. It's water and swear-proof so we can use it even on humid days or during water activities. Formulated in the purest form, it contains no ingredient that could harm your skin nor the ocean. It provides intensive sun protection with SPF+ PA+++. It has no artificial fragrance and it's dermatologically tested.

Matured skin like mine will definitely benefit a lot from using sunscreen every day. And if we're using it every day, it has to be pure, light, and effective.

Face Republic AHA/BHA Toner 160mL

The Face Republic Toner is what I use every day and night to prep my skin for its much needed pampering. My son and I never do skincare without Face Republic Toner. It clears dull and rough skin making it safe for daily use. It's mild, alcohol-free, fragrance-free and doesn't contain harmful ingredients too such as Paraben, Benzophenone, and Chlorphenesin.

Purchase on Shopee Beauty here: https://shopee.ph/Face-Republic-Purity-Sun-Essence-Vegan-certified-50mL-i.44792426.6952906070?position=

I'm so happy to discover Face Republic beauty products and that they all work for my combination skin and especially my son's oily and acne-prone skin.  I have tried many skincare products and I can honestly say, that Face Republic is highly effective and safe to use even on sensitive skin.  

Fill your carts with Face Republic beauty products and get up to 50% off discount n Shopee Beauty!

Happy Shopee-ng!

Join Shopee's Big Brand Giveaways which is 10 days leading up to October 10 where users can win up to P15,000 worth of exciting prizes from your favorite Mall Brands. Join now: https://shopee.ph/m/big-brand-giveaways and catch the big brand giveaways from Chef's Classics on October 3!                          

Now this is what I've been waiting for this 10.10's Brand's Festival on Shopee!  Chef Classic is one of the cookware and kitchenware brands that I've been using at home!  I'm so thrilled to know that they're on great deals and they are in fact one of the brands included in the Big Brand Giveaway on Shopee!

Now time to add to cart and upgrade your kitchen with some of Chef Classic's well-loved products!  I'm sharing with you the things I've been eyeing on for some time.

Here's a list of my Chef's Classics Wishlist!

Chef's Classics Lee Plaza 30th Anniversary Non-Stick Frypan, 24cm

Celebrating 30 years of the biggest department store and supermarket in Negros Oriental, Chef's Classics commemorates Lee Plaza's anniversary with a special edition frypan. With a 3-layer teflon non-stick coating, and an ergonomic riveted bakelite handle, you can't go wrong with this induction-friendly frypan. It has a 3-layer Teflon non-stick, an Ergonomic riveted bakelite handles for extra durability and high heat resistance and a Honeycomb design induction bottom.

I personally own a Chef's Classics Non-Stick fry pan and it's been with me for years, it's time to get a new one.  The old has served me very well.  It's indeed durable and definitely a must-have. 

Purchase on Shopee here: https://shopee.ph/Chef's-Classics-Lee-Plaza-30th-Anniversary-Non-Stick-Frypan-24cm-i.87138170.4292538761?position=6

Chef's Classics Sunflower Stainless Steel Low Casserole, 28cm

I own a Chef's Classics Stainless Steel pot and I tell you, it's really a must have for families who love cooking soup-based viands!  But this casserole, I want to also get, to complete my Sunflower Stainless set.

A good starter set for any kind of modern kitchen, the Sunflower cookware series will provide the right pot or pan for just about any type of dish you have in mind. Made with high-quality stainless steel that is both a pleasure to look at and a breeze to clean. This set is also specially designed to suit a wide variety of cooking techniques, in gas, electric or induction stoves. Each piece boasts of fully welded stainless-steel knobs and handles and a durable three-layer thermic induction bottom.

Purchase on Shopee here: https://shopee.ph/Chef's-Classics-Sunflower-Stainless-Steel-Low-Casserole-28cm-i.87138170.8869877327?position=7

Chef's Classics Carbon Fiber Non-Stick Saucepot, 24cm

I have a Chef's Classics sauce pot with a long handle.  I need one that I can hold on both sides and this non-stickl saucepot is just perfect!  I love using saucepots for making small serving soups and also gravy for my kids' favorite burger steak or fried chicken.

The Chef's Classics Carbon Fiber series are non-reactive non-stick cookware that marries the benefits of aluminum and non-stick. Cold-forged aluminum cookware finished with a tough, non-stick Greblon coating are some of the finest cookware you'll ever have because the aluminum body absorbs and retains heat well, while the non-stick coating protects it from reacting with acidic food. It is also lightweight and durable, and cooks and cleans with ease. Just stay away from metal utensils and stick to using nylon, silicone, or wood to avoid scratching the non-stick surface. When well taken care of, the Carbon Fiber series will stay with you for years. Slow cook meats, cook bigger batches of soups and stocks, boil water, or deep fry—there's nothing you can't do with a versatile casserole like this! 

Purchase on Shopee here: https://shopee.ph/Chef's-Classics-Carbon-Fiber-Non-Stick-Saucepot-24cm-i.87138170.10105810127?position=2"

So mamas who love to cook for their families like me, go check out all the other products Chef Classics offers on their Shopee Official Account!  Add to cart this 10.10 Brands Festival to get special discounts and who knows you could be one of the lucky winners of their Big Brand Giveaway!

Happy Shopee-ng!  

Shopee's 10.10 Brand Festival kicks off on October 1 with its latest brand ambassador Kim Chiu. Enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend, big brand giveaways, and up to ₱1,000 off brand vouchers at Shopee’s biggest brands sale of the year!

Kim Chiu, Shopee's newest Brand Ambasador for 10.10 Brands Festival

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, introduces its newest brand ambassador, Kim Chiu, alongside the launch of the 10.10 Brands Festival, its biggest brands sale of the year. The famous actress, dubbed the Princess of Philippine Movies and TV, will feature in Shopee’s new TV commercial and many exciting in-app activities. 

Up to 70% OFF on these brands

Brand Giveaways on Shopee's 10.10 Brands Festival!

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines, said, “Shopee Philippines is happy to welcome one of the country's top entertainers into the Shopee family, Kim Chiu. Kim's bubbly, charming personality and love for online shopping both resonate with millions of Filipinos who find joy and excitement on Shopee. This 10.10 Brands Festival, we hope to bring the best brand deals and so much more with our valued and trusted brand partners.”

Kim Chiu-Shopee Activties you shouldn't miss:

• Kim Chiu’s new Shopee TV commercial: Kim Chiu gives the viral “Proof of Delivery” trend her own spin. Fans can look out for the TV commercial on local TV networks and on Shopee’s official Facebook and YouTube accounts.

• Kim Chiu for Shopee Prizes: Users can find Kim Chiu on in-app games such as Spin & Win and Guess It Right, which they can play to win rewards such as coins and vouchers. 

• Mini-games and contests with Kim Chiu: This October, users can join the #10BrandFaves contest featuring Kim Chiu for a chance to win 1,000 Shopee coins.

Fans can look forward to more Kim Chiu content such as behind-the-scenes videos on Shopee’s official YouTube and TikTok channels, and Kim Chiu-themed Instagram stickers. Users can also interact with the actress herself during her Twitter takeover on Shopee's official Twitter account this October 9.

What To Look Forward To the Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival:

• FREE SHIPPING, BRAND GIVEAWAYS, VOUCHERS: Until October 10, shoppers can enjoy free shipping with no minimum spend, big brand giveaways, and up to ₱1,000 off brand vouchers at Shopee’s 10.10 Brands Festival. 

• BRAND GIVEAWAY: Lucky shoppers can win ₱430,000 worth of prizes, such as vouchers, bundles, newly launched items, and even a lifetime supply of products, from over 30 participating brands. 

• UP TO 80% OFF DISCOUNT FROM SELECTED BRANDS: Leading up to 10.10, shoppers can also look forward to Nestle, Deerma, GoMO!, Lactum, Colgate Palmolive, Shigetsu, P&G Beauty, Garnier, and Belo Brand Days on Shopee Mall, where they can get discounts up to 80% off, branded items as low as ₱179, and a free gift with every purchase.

• SALE! SALE! SALE AS EARLY AS OCTOBER 1: Starting October 1, shoppers can check out different themed sales on Shopee including the Groceries Fair on October 1, Fashion Fair on October 2-3, Mom & Baby Fair on October 4, Work From Home Fair on October 5, Gadgets and Gizmo Fair on October 6-7, and Beauty and Wellness Fair on October 8-9.

• SHOPEEPAY DEALS ON 10.10: At the 10.10 Brands Festival, shoppers can use ShopeePay to buy load, pay bills, and scan to pay. They can activate their ShopeePay wallet and top up through online banking, debit card, and over-the-counter partners to get up to 50% discount on load from Globe, Smart, Sun, and TNT; 50% cashback from Maynilad, PLDT, and a growing list of partner billers; and ShopeePay ₱1 Deals from Puregold, Ultramega Supermarket, Potato Corner, and other partner merchants.

 

I am so excited for Shopee's 10.10 Brands Festival! Time to add to cart as early as October 1 to enjoy all these deals! For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/. Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

Secret to manifesting your dreams

What does it take to manifest a dream? Is it having lots of money? Is it a good market outlook? The secret is to just start—to just do it, now. You’ll never get to anything if you don’t begin.

Honestly, that’s easier said than done with lockdowns on repeat and the economy in a see-saw. But while you can’t predict the future, you can get ready for it. You can take the necessary precautions and establish safety nets. Didn’t someone once say that preparation is 90% of success?

Ready to “make yourself ready”

One way to get yourself ready to face challenges head on and to start manifesting your dreams is to ease your worries over the uncertainties of the future and have investments that will serve as your backup. With safety nets in place, you can focus more on the things that you want to do with your life and not just what you need to do.   

A variable unit-linked (VUL) product can be that safety net as it combines both insurance and investment, so you can have insurance protection while growing your money over time. FWD Manifest, however, takes it further by not just giving you a strong life protection and smart wealth investments, but also bonuses, for investing more and longer. Plus, it cushions your investment from risks. 

With FWD Manifest, you’ll get: 

1. Start-Up Bonus 

Receive a bonus on your policy’s first year that will be invested in its own account value and will grow with your investment and added to your account in your policy’s 5th and 10th year. 

2. Loyalty Bonus

Get a non-guaranteed cash benefit on the 10th year of your policy, recurring thereafter every five years.

3. Investment Protector Bonus

Worry less over your investment fund with bonus payouts given on the 10th year and every five years thereafter if the Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) is lower compared to five years before the payout.

4. Premium Extension Bonus

The secret to investment growth is to invest regularly and continuously. Get this bonus if you continue to pay your premiums even after the 5 and 10 years payment period. With FWD Manifest, your additional investment comes with an additional bonus! 

5. Guaranteed Milestone Increase

Celebrate hitting a milestone in your life with FWD Manifest! Get a pre-approved 20% increase up to max of Php 2M in your coverage amount when you: get married, have your first child, make your first real estate purchase, retire, or just simply reach your 10th policy anniversary—no questions asked!

6. Option to Customize

FWD Manifest is customizable! You have the freedom to add protection and benefits depending on your need and budget.

Start now and manifest your future!

It may be a tough time right now but that does not mean reaching your manifest life goals is impossible. With hard work, perseverance, and determination, you can achieve anything even amid the pandemic. It just takes courage to start and the grit to stay on. After all, success does not come overnight, but over time. 

Manifest your future now. Sign up to talk to a FWD financial advisor to discover how to take that next step to achieving your dreams https://bit.ly/FWDManifest-SignUp

To know more, visit https://bit.ly/FWD_Manifest.

I've always been hooked by Watsons' tagline: "Look Good, Feel Great!"  But behind this famous line is DO GOOD, which they've been doing for quite some time now as part of its Sustainability Program. Recently. Watsons Philippines has entered a collaboration with Plastic Bank to help reduce plastic pollution and alleviate poverty by creating livelihood.

Personally, I've been doing what I can to help mother earth heal by bringing my own bag when shopping, by doing the 3 Rs (recycling, repurposing, reducing), and segregating garbage to name a few.  If many would do the same, we would live in a healthier world right?  Thanks to Watsons, their programs indeed would help the environment especially the ocean.  Here are some more ideas:

Sustainability has always been part of the Watsons DNA. Recognizing that the ocean stores a quarter of CO2 from the atmosphere and up to 93.4% of heat caused by the greenhouse effect, Watsons is committed to reducing the overall impact of its own brand plastic packaging so that it may contribute to ocean protection.

The A.S. Watsons Group has banned the use of microplastics in its own brand of rinse-off cosmetics or personal care products since 2014. By the end of 2019, this ban has been extended to all brands so no rinse-off cosmetics or personal care products from any brand are sold at any Watsons stores.

Watsons Philippines offers its customers four Sustainable Choices: Clean Beauty (mindfully created products without “unwanted” ingredients), Refill and Reduce (refilling bottles and reusing containers), Better Ingredients and Better Packaging.

Through its Impact Program Collaboration with Plastic Bank, the health, wellness, and beauty retailer will continue to Do Good for the Oceans by committing to the prevention of 50,000 kg of plastic bottles from entering the world’s oceans - the equivalent of 2.5 million bottles over the first 12 months.  

"At the heart of Look Good, Feel Great is Do Good. Watsons has always been at the forefront of sustainability and this collaboration with Plastic Bank only further reinforces our commitment to helping make this world a better place,” said Viki Encarnacion, Watsons PR and Sustainability Director.

“We are happy to team up with Watsons Philippines - a company that shares our vision on creating a regenerative economy. This collaboration showcases our unified goal of stopping ocean plastic while creating more opportunities for people living in vulnerable coastal communities,” said David Katz, Founder, and CEO of Plastic Bank.

More and more brands are helping each other to make the world a better place. Thanks to Watsons for all their sustainability projects that contribute greatly to saving our planet, by doing good for the ocean! Here's how we could also do our parts through Watsons:

For more information and for all your health, wellness, and beauty needs, check their website https://www.watsons.com.ph/ and social media accounts.

I've been a constant Shopee shopper to be honest, that even my youngest only knows Shopee as my go to online shopping site. From home improvement items, plantita haven, mom & baby stuff, to beauty items, you can find it on Shopee!

Now let me tell you about Shopee Beauty! Oh my, it's like a section in an actual shopping mall where I could spend the whole day looking products to help me achieve my beauty goals. From hair care to makeup, Shopee Beauty has all your makeup and skincare needs! Enjoy the most exclusive deals up to 90% off, new launches, and exciting offers fit from various brands for every makeup & skincare haul--only from Shopee Beauty!

Here are some of my top finds:

I'm so excited for Christmas and I just can't hide it!  Best of all, Shopee is also excited with me at it starts the holiday countdown with special bundle deals and irresistible discounts from top brands including Kleenfant! 

Kleenfant is my newest discovery of baby products particularly WIPES!   It is a brand that aims to provide quality consumable baby products that are affordable yet the safest it could be not just babies and toddlers, but also for adults.  I confess to using wipes a lot for many purposes: to remove make-up, clean surfaces, and help me sanitize many things.  

When I discovered Kleenfant and how it's so safe, it's strong, and very versatile, I knew I've found a new favorite brand of wipes!

Kleenfant's Wipes Variants:

Baby Wipes (Baby Scent/Unscented)

Kleenfant uses safe ingredients for your little one. Switch to Kleenfant Baby Wipes, the safest Wipes and 100% Made for Babies. Moist, Soft, Stretchable, Bigger, and Thicker! Our babies' skin is sensitive and I've also experienced irritations due to other wipes which weren't safe.  Kleenfant Baby Wipes will give any mom some peace of mind knowing that:

• It has No Harmful Chemicals
• No Paraben
• No Phenoxyethanol & Citric Acid
• Clinically Tested and Approved
• Enriched with Aloe Vera, Vitamin E & Fruit Extract
• Made with 99% Water
• It's Hypoallergenic

Anti-bacterial Wipes

I'm so happy too that as a meticulous mom who wants to put her family's health and safety first, Kleenfant has an Antibacterial Wipes.  It is the best partner for moms to ensure our beloved babies are always safe and clean. Antibac Wipes kills 99.9% of germs. Can be used in any surfaces, hands, travelling, office and many more. Not Advisable to be used on Babies' bum area.

• Kleenfant Antibacterial Disinfecting Wipes 95 Sheets

Icy Cool Menthol Cleansing Wipes

Like what I mentioned earlier, I use wipes to clean my face and I'm glad Kleenfant Menthol Fresh Icy Cool Cleansing Wipes can provide instant freshness with power cooling effect on skin. Revitalizes and cleanses skin during humid days and other activities such as sports which helps to give the skin the sensation of cooling. Formulated to be 100% safe on skin. Effective for make up removal. Not Advisable to be used on Babies' bum area.

Purchase from Shopee here: 

• Kleenfant Menthol Fresh Icy Cool Cleansing Wipes 95 Sheets
• Kleenfant Menthol Fresh Icy Cool Cleansing Wipes 21 Sheets

Cherry Blossom Cleansing Wipes

Cherry Blossom extract provides antioxidants and promotes moisture on skin. These Cleansing Wipes gently and conveniently removes dirt while maintaining skin's natural moisture and give your skin feeling clean and fresh without causing irritation. Alcohol free and no harmful ingredients. Effective for make up removal. It cleanses, it's enriched with Aloe Vera, Vitamin E and it is also antibacterial.Not Advisable to be used on Babies' bum area.

Purchase from Shopee here:

• Kleenfant Cherry Blossom Scent Cleansing Wipes 95 Sheets
• Kleenfant Cherry Blossom Scent Cleansing Wipes 21 Sheets

Shopee's Christmas in our Carts

Look out for these Kleenfant must-haves  at 40% off and discounts from your favorite brands and shops at 90% off at Christmas in our Carts running from September 16 to December 25. This could really be a perfect  and practical gift to almost everyone in the family.  

What are you waiting for?  Go to Shopee and add to cart these Safest, Gentlest, and Value-For-Money Kleenfant Wipes!  Wishing your carts a Merry Christmas! 

Everything is now is accessible with the tip of our fingers.  Online shopping, online groceries, food deliveries, booking of deliveries, paying bills, and so much more.  In fact, even the way people work and kids go to school have changed a lot since the start of the pandemic.  This worries me as a mom because this also means, my kids spend more time online than before.  Being online, out there in the vast world wide web may result to unforeseen and unexpected situations which may pose dangers to them. 

While the internet is a wonderful place for information, entertainment, and social networking for kids and adults alike, it may also be a source of fake news, explicit content, and cyber bullying, making it a not a very safe space, even for adults. 

The web is an even more dangerous place for children in low-income countries like the Philippines where access to low-cost internet and mobile devices is widespread and parental control and adult supervision is lax due to various socio-economic factors.

In fact, the country is considered one of the world’s top hot spots for online child sexual exploitation among 10-14 year-olds. 

This is the situation that has prompted Terre de Hommes-Netherlands, an international non-governmental organization advocating and working for the prevention of child exploitation in 17 countries including the Philippines, to develop a revolutionary new digital app that’s totally safe and secure for young users including children.

Called Voice for Change, the app was co-created with victims of child sexual exploitation and those vulnerable to abuse together with children advocates. Research and development took over one year, from March 2020 to June 2021, to ensure that the platform is truly responsive to the needs of children for support and assistance as well as to carry out the advocacy against sexual exploitation.

Voice for Change has features that are similar to those in popular social networking apps. Users can post status updates, connect to other users and engage in discussions, and get access to online resources for information.

The main difference is in the app’s strict security and privacy provisions. Sign up requires approval by the Voice for Change administration and goes through a screening process. 

Logging in requires a mobile number and a one-time password sent via SMS. To provide further protection, no personally identifiable information including photos is shared among users. 

In VFC, users can find relevant and verified information about different issues relevant to children advocacies. They can also genuinely voice opinions and engage in healthy discussions without fear of toxic perspectives and language. 

It is a truly safe space that comes with a directory of organizations and agencies that users can contact to report concerns and even actual cases of child exploitation and abuse.

Here’s a closer look at the Voice for Change features.

Share your thoughts

Got a high grade in school or achieved a personal goal? Freely share your thoughts in a private and secure way.

 

Engage in discussions

Start a conversation with like-minded people about concerns relevant to protection of children and similar issues. Or chime in on other topics that interest you.

 

Get Help

Feeling down, need guidance or just want to talk to someone? Reach out to individuals and organizations that can offer professional help.

 

Verified information

No one wants to read or share fake news. Get only verified information on relevant topics.

 

Report an Incident

Have you or someone you know experienced child abuse and similar issues? Report the incident safely.

 

Secure and Private

Sign up requests go through a screening process. Log in with a mobile number and a one-time password will be sent to you by SMS. No personally identifiable information is shared

The Voice for Change app may be downloaded in the Google Play store HERE while iPhone and Google Chrome users can use the web-based app instead, click HERE.

 

More information about Voice for Change can be viewed at www.wearevoiceforchange.org.

While I love to clean around the house as my expression of love for my family, I have difficulty in finding time to do it.  With multiple innovative home appliances available that promise to make chores easier, more convenient, and even faster, the never-ending choices can also be a source of stress.  Stress is the last thing I want to feel to be honest.  So I rely on recommendation of friends and reviews online to help me find a solution to my mom challenges.  One of the most recommended to me is to get a Deerma DX700 or Deerma DX700S Ultra Quiet Vacuum Cleaner.

I took a look at Deerma DX700 and was impressed to know that it's a 2-in-1 Vertical Hand-held Vacuum Cleaner! This type of vacuum is designed for cleaning the house more efficiently. Multi-angle engineering handle makes it possible to clean the entire house.

As handheld, it can clean surfaces such as bed or table. As vertical cleaning mode, it can vacuum dust from the floor of different parts of the house, carpets, wall, and even curtain. It's versatile, no need to get another vacuum for another purpose. It can literral sweep the whole house clean! The fact that it's versatile, it's a practical choice of vacuum for me! And if it's practical, it passes my purchase standards!

If you're looking for a useful home cleaning tool that can be a wonderful help for cleaning your home, this Deerma DX700 2-in-1 Vertical Hand-held Vacuum Cleaner is a good choice for you!

Sharing with you the other features I like about the Deerma DX700 Vacuum Cleaner:

• 2-in-1 use: hand-held and vertical
• With ergonomic handle, comfortable for holding and operating.
• Hand washing filter cotton - Durable and useful, can be repeatedly cleaned.
• Large capacity dust box - Can meet the needs of super-large area cleaning, convenient for daily use.
• Suitable for cleaning on hardwood, carpet, tile floors, car, bed and so on.
• It's affordable!