I am a self-confessed skincare regimen fan since I was in my 20s.  I never regret starting my skincare during my young adult phase because I am reaping the benefits to this day.  A lot of my family and friends say I don't look my age and I am proud of it because I really take care of my skin.

I started with three basic skin care steps: Cleanse, Tone, and Moisturize.  Later on steps add to this regimen, I added sunscreen, serums, eye cream, anti-aging moisturizers as my skin matures.  For me, it's a must to really take care of our skin.

Just stepped out of my cleansing regimen using Face Republic Calming Acne Salicylic Cleanser.

Through the years, the needs also change depending on the season and condition of my skin.  I've been discovering a lot of new and effective products and one of which I tried recently and love instantly is Face Republic's Vegan-formulated skincare line!

Here are some Face Republic products I use and highly recommend to you:

1. Calming Acne Salicylic Cleanser: This gel-type cleanser is brewed with clean & natural acne-treating ingredients such as Salicylic Acid, CICA, Green Tea, and Tea Tree Extract. With its low-pH formulation, it gently washes off impurities without stripping your skin of its healthy oils

Purchase from Shopee here: Face Republic Calming Acne Salicylic Cleanser 100ml

2. Hydro Balance Solution Toner: A mild daily toner that deeply hydrates with 3 different types of hyaluronic acids while balancing your skin's pH level.

Purchase from Shopee here: Face Republic Hydro Balance Solution Toner

3. Vita Capsule Luminous Serum: Revitalizing serum that brightens dull skin with vitamin ingredients and capsulized jojoba seed oil, leaving your skin with a healthy radiant complexion and a dewy finish.

Purchase from Shopee here: Face Republic Vita Capsule Luminous Serum

4. Hydro Barrier Ceramide Cream: This rich and concentrated cream strengthens damaged skin barriers and soothes the skin with all-day hydration.   Packed with ingredients like Ceramide, Shea Butter, and Centella Asiatica, your skin will be left with a healthy, deeply hydrated, and non-oily finish.⁣ It's soothing and hydrating properties are fit for those with sunburns and skin that has been exposed to the sun for long periods of hours.

Purchase from Shopee here: Face Republic Hydro Barrier Ceramide Cream

5. Purity Sun Essence SPF50+ PA++++: Solution to a clean & mild daily sun protection! Formulated in the purest form, it contains no ingredient that could harm your skin nor the ocean.

Purchase from Shopee here: Face Republic Purity Sun Essence SPF 50+ PA++++

Why I love Face Republic

Here are more reasons to love Face Republic!  It is a homegrown Korean beauty brand that that focuses on helping one's skin return to its original and healthy state. It's dermatologically-tested, cruelty-free, and vegan-formulated - through safe and reasonable solutions, the brand curate lines that are fitting for different skin types and skin concerns. Find your true beauty in Face Republic!

Here's some good news about the brand!  You can also enjoy exclusive vouchers and redeemable gifts by joining the Face Republic Membership program on Shopee!

Join the Face Republic Membership Program on Shopee! Earn 1 point for every ₱5 spent and enjoy exclusive member vouchers and gifts so you can make the most out of your purchases. Sign up here now or scan the QR code and get 50 bonus points: https://shopee.ph/seller-membership/home/44792426?stm_medium=referral&stm_source=rw\

SHOPEE BRAND MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM

Want to make the most out of your purchases? Join Shopee's Mall Brand Membership programs to enjoy welcome gifts and earn brand loyalty points for every purchase which you can accumulate and use to redeem exclusive rewards such as discount vouchers and exciting gift items. The best part is, sign-ups are free and easy! Check out https://shopee.ph/m/brand-membership for more details.

I'm sure you're excited to try these amazing skincare products from Face Republic!  Check them out on Shopee and become a member too to make the most out of your purchases!  Get vouchers and gifts from Face Republic!  Happy SHOPEE-ng mama!

Beko Philippines recently welcomed its new family member, who is none other than the actress, entrepreneur, celebrity cook and true pro mom Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo.

As one of the most trusted and credible names in show business, Judy Ann chooses a brand that’s trusted in over 140 countries and that’s Beko!

“This is the first time we have chosen a brand ambassador in the country and we’re very excited to have Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo on board. We chose Judy Ann because in all aspects, she lives like a true pro, she can personify the same values and aspirations we have for the company and  who does not only have an amazing rapport and impact on the lives of Filipinos, but is also a hands-on and hardworking mother and wife to her family, who can surely represent our drive and purpose, to inspire living a healthy and sustainable lifestyle said Gürhan Günal, Country Manager of Beko Pilipinas Corporation.

“Beko as the leading freestanding home appliances brand in Europe, make sure our global plan is focused on creating awareness on the importance and impact of healthy living and sustainability on our daily lives; thus we are committed to provide services and products that contribute to this for every family and individual.” said Arel Atakol, Beko APAC CEO.

For more information about Beko in the Philippines, go to http://bekopromos.ph or visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/bekoph.

To celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day, UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund in the Philippines,  launched the “Here for Her” campaign.  The Here for Her Campaign , is a call to action engaging all stakeholders to accelerate the pace in empowering women and girls to realize their rights and full potential.  This flagship campaign is launched to promote commitment to end preventable maternal deaths, end unintended pregnancies, and prevent gender-based violence and other harmful practices.

The launch of Here for Her Campaign is on the day of the United Nations’ International Women’s Day with the theme of “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.”  Achieving gender equality is further challenged by climate change.

“Women and girls are effective and powerful leaders and change-makers for climate adaptation and mitigation. ” shared Dr. Leila Sajii Joudane, UNFPA Country Representative to the Philippines. “Climate change is not gender-neutral. It is a multiplier of existing inequalities and vulnerabilities.

During humanitarian crises, UNFPA leads in upholding the health and dignity of women and girls by preventing and responding to gender-based violence, addressing the delivery of emergency reproductive health kits and ensuring safe childbirth. These efforts are seen in previous calamities, including Super Typhoon Odette (Rai).

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This 3.15 Consumer Day, shoppers have more reasons to celebrate with new brand ambassador and Shopee Primetime Queen Marian Rivera, Free Shipping with ₱0 min. spend,  ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily

Shopee, the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia and Taiwan, introduces 3.15 Consumer Day, the first mega sale of the year. 3.15 Consumer Day will bring the excitement of Shopee’s year-end festivals to all users, giving them more reasons to celebrate and reward themselves as they gear up for the year ahead.

Shopee is pioneering 3.15 Consumer Day to bring more value and joy to all shoppers, who are now using e-commerce to fulfill their needs all year round. Everyone can be a part of 3.15 Consumer Day which features the widest variety of products, made better with Free Shipping with ₱0 min. spend,  ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily starting March 3, kicking off the celebration with the 3.3 Consumer Day. Shopee will also launch its #ShopeeCelebratesYou campaign to bring more cheer to users across the 3.15 period. Throughout the campaign, Shopee will surprise and delight its biggest fans on social media, while users stand a chance to win big prizes by taking part in various activities and contests across Shopee’s official platforms.

Adding to the 3.15 celebrations, Shopee welcomes Filipino superstar and Primetime Queen Marian Rivera as its newest brand ambassador. Marian will star in a brand new Shopee commercial for 3.15 Consumer Day which you can watch here. She will also appear in the 3.15 TV Special happening at 5pm on Tuesday, March 15.

Martin Yu, Director at Shopee Philippines said, “At Shopee, our users are at the heart of all that we do. This drives us to keep innovating, so that we can create new features, services, and campaigns that bring joy to their lives. As more people shop online and enjoy our year-end festivals, we are introducing 3.15 Consumer Day to bring the same excitement and fun to the first half of the year. We are thrilled for our first 3.15 Consumer Day and we hope to deliver even more joy to everyone.”

1. Celebrate You with bigger prizes, better deals

3.15 Consumer Day gives every shopper a reason to celebrate. Users can find everything they need with amazing deals on the Shopee app, and unlock bigger surprises on social media.

In the Philippines, users can win big at the new #ShopeeCelebratesYou campaign across Shopee’s official platforms. Shopee users stand a chance to check out their items for free when they share their shopping carts on social media, while Shopee will also surprise its biggest fans on social media. Stay tuned to Shopee’s official Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages for more information and activities.

Till March 15, users can find and save more on all they need on Shopee. Highlights include:

• Special treats for Filipino shoppers: 3.15 Consumer Day will bring a smile to every user, with Free Shipping vouchers with ₱0 min. spend, ₱1 Deals, and 10% off daily till March 15. New users can enjoy a 100% off discount voucher with ₱90 min. spend at ₱90 max. discount, Free Shipping voucher with ₱0 min. spend, exclusive ₱1 Deals, or free welcome gifts from Shopee and brand partners, so they can smile even more with their first purchases on Shopee.

• Exciting deals with ShopeePay:  This March, users can enjoy 20% cashback when they scan to pay at ShopeePay’s partner merchants such as Potato Corner, Puregold, National Bookstore, The Generics Pharmacy, and more. Users can also checkout ShopeePay ₱1 Deals and redeem discounts in stores. On 3.15 Consumer Day, users can take advantage of 50% off on load across all networks and up to 100% cashback on bills payment. Users can get a chance to win ₱100,000 when they send money to any bank or to any Shopee user. With ShopeePay’s free transfers feature, users won't have to worry about any additional fees.

• More entertaining experience with new in-app game, Shopee Pets: Starting March 3, users can play the life simulation game where they can care for and raise their pets through daily activities for a chance to win Shopee Coins, ShopeePay Credits, and more!

2. Discover new brands for You on Shopee Mall

3.15 Consumer Day is the perfect time for users to discover new brands and indulge their wishlist without having to wait till the end of the year. With thousands of brands offering exclusive deals, there will be something for everyone at Shopee’s Mega Brands Sale from March 3 to 15. 

• Midnight Brand Parade and Hourly Branded Price Drops: During the first two hours of March 15, shoppers can look forward to storewide discounts from their favorite brands like Pampers, realme, OPPO, Adidas, Unilever Beauty, and Deerma. Users should also regularly check the Shopee app for Shopee Mall’s hourly price drops, where top brands will offer limited-time flash deals on their best-selling products. 

• New Shopee Mall Sampling Counter: Starting March 15, Shopee is giving consumers greater convenience and value for money to discover new brands through the new Shopee Mall Sampling Counter. Users can try sample-size products from best-selling brands like Johnson & Johnson, Uni-care, COSRX, Trizie, and AHC Philippines, and get a free voucher if they decide to purchase the regular-sized product.

• Exclusive discount brand vouchers for new buyers: Shopee also gives brand explorers more incentive to discover the wide assortment of brands under its platform. Curious consumers can look forward to welcome vouchers on their first purchase from their favorite brands on Shopee Mall.

• Brand Membership: Brand loyalists get to enjoy a more rewarding shopping experience when they sign up for the Brand Membership Program of their choice. Over 80 brands under the program will offer its members double the rewards points for purchases made on March 15.

3. Discover a new You

Beyond the amazing deals, 3.15 Consumer Day is also time for users to discover new interests, and support what matters to them. From today till March 15, users can find new ways to do their part for local businesses, and discover hidden gems on Shopee.

• Satisfy all your interests at 3.15: Users can shop for a wide variety of products catered to their interests with themed days across 3.15 Consumer Day. This includes 3.3 Consumer Day (March 3), Fashion Day (March 4), Home Appliance Day (March 5), Home & Living Day (March 6), Digital Deals Day (March 7), Beauty Day (March 9), Mobiles & Gadgets Day (March 10), Kids & Babies' Day (March 11), Sports & Motors Day (March 12), Shopee Prizes Day (March 13) and Vouchers Day (March 14).

  
  
  

• Support and empower female sellers on International Women’s Day: After unwavering support for local sellers across its year-end festivals, Shopee will continue to connect users to more local businesses, including those of strong, inspirational Filipinas. On March 8, Shopee will hold a special 3.15 Women’s Sale to celebrate women in the Philippines and spotlight inspiring stories of female sellers on its platform.

• Explore ways to improve your shopping: Shopee Cares PH is an online community that offers the best customer support for all your concerns and questions. Just follow @ShopeeCaresPH on Twitter and Facebook so you can shop and worry-free. For Shopee Fam with Gold and Platinum Shopee Loyalty Tier memberships, get ready to claim unlimited Free Shipping vouchers every month. Claim those hard-earned vouchers accessible via the Shopee Loyalty Page or the Homesquare Page so you can make the most out of your shopping this 3.15 Consumer Day.

For more information about Shopee 3.15 Consumer Day, visit https://shopee.ph/m/consumer-day

Download Shopee for free on App Store or Google Play Store.

When I resigned from my corporate job in 2018, I took that opportunity to finally ace at my role as a stay-at-home and a more present mom.  We decided to not hire any helper anymore to make this full-time momma dream come true.  I fully embraced and enjoyed it for a while.  But as years went by, I knew I would get tired with all the chores that’s taking too much of my time. I also knew I needed help, but not by getting a kasambahay anymore, but by getting home appliances  that’s smart, highly dependable and works efficiently.

That’s when I started to invest in smart home appliances and my latest helper is a Xiaomi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite!

  

As a mom and homemaker, my ultimate goal is to  ensure our house is clean.  When the house is clean I have some peace of mind that there’s a level of protection from possible illnesses that’s caused by dirt or germs in the house.  That’s why, having a dependable and smart home appliance at home such as Xiaomi Robot Vacuum 2 Lite, is truly a big help to me.

Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop Lite 2 full specifications:

• Product model: Mi Robot Vacuum-Mop 2 Lite
• Price: Php 7,999.00
• Where to buy: Xiaomi Official Lazada Store and Authorized Xiaomi Stores nationwide
• Path planning: Visual-aided Inertial Navigation
• Battery capacity: 2600mAh
• Cleaning mode: Sweep&Mop,Mop,Sweep
• Climbling ability: 20mm
• Suction power: 2200Pa
• Auto Recharge and Resume Function
• Storage: 450ml Dustbin, 270ml Water Tank
• Connection: WiFi 2.4GHz
• App: Mi Home
• Dimensions: 353 x 350 x 81 mm 

Other functions:

• Turn on/off, recharge
• Track cleaning progress
• Setting cleaning mode: max, middle, standard, quiet

 Voice Controls:

• Google Assistant
• Alexa

Accessories:

• Main brush
• side brush
• 450ml dust bin
• 270ml water tank

 Inside the box:

• Manual
• Warranty Notice
• Unit
• Dust Compartment
• Filter
• Side Brush
• Main Brush
• Brush Cover
• Brush Cleaning Tool
• Mop Pad
• Water Tank 
• Power Cable 
• Charging Dock

Overall, I am happy with the performance of the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop Lite 2 because it indeed makes my momlife easier and lighter.  Sweeping and mopping takes too much of my time away from my family and also work.  But with this new smart helper, I could allot more time to what matters more.  These days, spending time with my family and pursuing and working on my dreams are some of my priorities in life.  Having a Xiaomi Robot Vacuum Mop Lite 2 can help make this possible!

Before sweeping, empty bin.

After sweeping, small and big dusts inside!

Before mopping, rough flooring or tiles

After mopping. Clean tiles which can even show reflection!

For more information and updates on products and promos, follow Xiaomi Philippines on Facebook.

Eating healthy is important, especially these days when we need to boost our immunity against sickness.  This is why I make sure to include vegetables in our daily dishes that the whole family will enjoy eating.  When it comes to veggies that kids surely love, it’s got to be potatoes.  I’ve collected a number of recipes using U.S. potatoes that’s perfect for starters, appetizers, main course, snack, and even as dessert. 

Today, I’m sharing with you my German Potato Salad recipe using U.S. Russet potatoes and other simple ingredients you could find at home.

You might think, why potatoes?  Did you know that potatoes are rich in vitamins and minerals that help keep us stronger and healthier?

Benefits of Potatoes:

●        It's an excellent source of vitamin C

●        It's a good source of potassium (more than a banana!)

●        It's a good source of vitamin B6

●        Fat-free

●        Sodium-free

●        Cholesterol-free

●        Gluten-free

●        Only 110 calories per serving

I consider potatoes a superfood, they’re great for the body especially these times!  If it says it's an excellent source of Vitamin C, then I'm ALL IN!

German Potato Salad Recipe

German Potato Salad is a tasty and healthy starter or side dish that kids and adults would enjoy at home or during parties.  This recipe is easy to double depending on the number of people you want to serve. 

Ingredients:

●        2 large U.S. Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

●        1/2 cup mayonnaise

●        1 tablespoon mustard

●        1 teaspoon honey

●        salt and pepper to taste

●        1 teaspoon dill or onion leeks (optional)

●        2 slices ham or bacon, cooked

Preparation: 

1. Wash, peel and cube the potatoes.
2. Boil the potatoes for 5 minutes then simmer until tender.
3. Cook the bacon or ham separately. Then cut in small pieces.
4. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, mustard, and honey. 
5. Add the potatoes then toss altogether.  Make sure the dressing is just enough to coat the potatoes.
6. Add the bacon or ham bits, then add salt and pepper to taste.

Serve to your family with a smile and enjoy your meal!

I love this recipe because it does not require a lot of effort to prepare and cook.  Ingredients are simple and easy to find at home.  It's also economical and best of all – healthy!  The whole family loves it and I love that I’m able to serve them nutritious dishes that they truly enjoy.

Try this healthy potato recipe for yourself!  U.S. potato products are available in supermarkets, baking supply stores, and membership shopping outlets nationwide. For more information, visit www.potatogoodness.ph  or like and follow Potatoes USA-Philippines on Facebook and Instagram.