Wednesday, July 26, 2017

Japan's #1 Diaper Brand Merries is Now Here at the Philippines

8:36 AM

As a Mom our main concern in finding the perfect diaper for our little ones are their comfort wearing it. My #littleHarvey experience lots of rashes because we are trying different brands to find the perfect one. This wrong choice leads to baby's discomfort, leakages, and even health concerns. Our babies' skin has only about 1/2 the thickness of an adults' and is very delicate.

Merries Diapers, Japan's #1 baby diaper brand for 10 consecutive years are now here at the Philippines!

I know that you are asking what is the benefits and characteristics of this brand.

  • Soft Poo Leak Guard
  • Excellent Absorbency and Long Lasting Dryness
  • Color changing wetness indicators
  • Ultra Soft and Fluffy Surface that is gentle to our baby's delicate skin
  • Soft reusable magic seal
  • Exceptional Breath-ability
  • Merries diapers have cute bunnies as their design 
Merries Diapers prevents rashes and leakage because of their soft material that is visible inside and out while quickly absorbing urine before the skin get wet. It has a triple layer air-through system available on the Tape Type diaper and Waist channel which is available to Pants type. It releases the heat and moisture inside the diaper.

Merries diapers are available in Tape type for newborns to toddlers up to 14kg, and Pants type for toddlers and kids from 6 to 22 kg. Get a free small tape pack when you purchase 10 packs of Merries Diaper at any participating stores from now until November 8, 2017.


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#DenimDaysatSM with SM Men and SM Youth at SM Mall of Asia

8:07 AM

Last July 22, 2017, SM Mall of Asia hosted the First and Biggest Instagram party. I know it is everyone's problem wearing denim here in the Philippines , seems not a good idea because of the hot weather. Here SM Men and SM Youth showed to you a different style on styling your denim.


The show started with an introduction of what was the event all about. By the way they invited a couple of bloggers and influencers to witness this fashion show and spread the denim craze.



Who said that denim on denim is not good for the eyes? Here SM Men and SM Youth worked it. They pair denim shorts to a formal 3/4 top, layered jacket and shirt. 


#DenimUnbound fashion show also introduced some of the Newest Ambassadors of SM Men and SM Youth. Nico Bolzico, Tommy Esguerra, Richard Juan, Janina Tee, Kaila Estrada, Kyle Perry Macauly Lofgren, Erika Kristensen, Ethan Salvador, Chelsea Manalo, Justin Llarena, Mariah Jowett, Klaudio Gutierrez.


 A quick message from Nico Bolzico


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Tuesday, July 25, 2017

Beauty Hub is now open and Unimart Greenhills : Nailaholics, Hey Sugar and Ooh-La-Lash

8:35 AM
I'm happy to share with you guys that Nailaholics, Ooh-La-Lash and Hey Sugar salon opens their door to mall goers from Greenhills. They are located on the Mezzanine of Unimart Greenhills.

This will be an addition to your list of where to go to in the Greenhills area. Aside from their wide range of tongue bazaars, church and lots of food choices at the place, You can now enjoy and get pampered on Unimart Mezzanine. Girls who opted go shopping to Greenhils and work nearby can now enjoy this salon.

I recently got an invite to their bloggers event. It is a perfect time for me to relax. I also able to talk to my other blogger friends.


Read my follow up blog entries below and see what happened to my pampering session at Nailaholics, Ooh-La-Lash and Hey Sugar. By the way I tried their services and I'll be doing a follow up review on how to take care of your nails, your eyelash extensions and what not to do after a waxing session.

Ooh-La-Lash-Blog Nailaholics Blog Hey Sugar Blog

Ooh La Lash Unimart, Greenhills Experience + How to take care an eyelash extension

6:43 AM

My last and final stop in this event was here at Ooh La Lash, they are specialized on eyelash extensions and eyelash perming. Here I choose Eyelash extension on Diva. 

Eyelash extension can help us achieve that woke up like this aura, without even putting on a make-up. Lash Extensions or some may call it ‘lash extenders’ are individual strands of synthetic lashes attached to your natural lashes one by one using special glue. They could be the best gift given to some of us who were not born lucky enough to have long, gorgeous, thick lashes. Since applying false lashes everyday can prove to be a painstaking daily beauty episode (not to mention the messy glue application) opting for a safer, more convenient and more natural looking choice is definitely the wiser move! 

On Ooh La Lash, you can choose eyelash length that fits your mood. 

I've been on lash extension salons and they only provide couches for their clients, here on Ooh La Lash clients can go sleep to their beds while doing their lashes. Usually this takes about an hour for the whole process. 



What preparations do I need to do beforehand? 

According to the lash experts at Ooh La Lash, you should: 
  1. Make sure to cleanse your eyes and remove any eye makeup or product applied as it may interfere with the adhesives and may cause reaction.
  2. Make sure you don’t have the following conditions: Conjunctivitis, Cataracts, Glaucoma, Styes, Alopecia, Blepharitis or if you are undergoing chemotherapy.
  3. You cannot have eyelash extensions if you have had an eye operation/eye surgery within the last 6 months.
  4. If you have scarring to the eye area, eyelash extension service should be performed 6 months after the scarred area has been healed.
  5. Contact lenses cannot be worn before and directly after the eyelash extension service.
  6. If you wear glasses, don’t forget to bring these with you so the lash technician can make sure there is room for your lashes to grow.

Lastly, don’t forget to inform the lash technician if you suffer with claustrophobia or have any neck problems. They are well-trained and capable of answering any concern you may have.
You’d be surprised to know that there are a lot of options to choose from when it comes to lash extensions. At Ooh La Lash, you have the freedom to choose your curl, length and thickness. Go for Light and Natural (30-50 lashes)  for natural-looking lashes that would go unnoticed,  Classic  (51-85 lashes)  that’s has the perfect length and curl to add oomph to your everyday look,  Diva (86-130 lashes) for voluminous lashes with ultimate curl and length that scream va va voom! and Vixen (Unlimited lashes) for long and beaut-full lashes to die for.  

Does it hurt? 

Based on my experience on other Lash parlor, the glue that they are using does hurt. It makes my eye tear a lot. Here on Ooh La Lash, the glue that they are using is good for sensitive eye. Frankly I didn't expect that there is no foul odor from the glue and it does not sting my eyes. 

Me and the technician busy attaching the eyelashes

How to take care of your newly vamped lashes?

FOR THE FIRST 48 HOURS AFTER THE SERVICE
1. Avoid wetting your lashes.
2. Avoid swimming or exposure to heat
3. Do not apply oil-based creams and lotions on or around your eyes.
4. Do not apply eye or lash makeup.
5. Avoid eyelash tinting, perming or chemical eyelash treatments.
6. Avoid sleeping on side or stomach.
AFTER 48 HOURS
1. Avoid excessive exposure to heat or steam when swimming, showering or exercising.
2. Avoid rubbing your eyes and do not pick or pull your extensions as it might pull off your natural lashes.
3. Avoid using oil based makeup remover as it can weaken the adhesives and might cause your lashes to fall off fast.
4. If you choose to wear mascara, strictly buy the water-based type.
5. Do not use eyelash curlers.



The eyelash extension only last to me for a week, because I wasn't able to take care of it. Sorry Ooh La Lash for it, but their services are good. If only I take good care of my lashes it will last for a month. Be careful eyelash extension is so addictive, it really add a new look to your face. Don't forget to drop by at Ooh La Lash’s newest branch at Unimart, Greenhills, San Juan at the Mezzanine Level and let their expert lash technicians do the magic! Visit http://oohlalash.com.ph/ for more details! 

Hey Sugar Waxing Salon at Unimart Greenhills Experience + Benefits of Organic Ingredients

5:17 AM
Hello again #DashingMomSquad, here is the other part of my pampering day experience now I'm at the Hey Sugar Salon. 


Hey Sugar Salon is known for their Organic ingredients for waxing which is sugar. Upon your entrance at Hey Sugar Unimart Greenhills you will notice that it focuses on girly vintage, colorful, flowery interior that is so cute. Their staff are all accommodating too. At first I thought that Hey Sugar Salon only caters waxing services, but to my surprised they also have eyelash perming and extension.


I opted to take the service for my eyebrows which is eyebrow threading and for the stray hair on my underarm. When I'm not in the mood to pluck my stray hair on my eyebrows I usually go to a Salon to have them done. Threading may have a little bit of pain for first timers, especially on the lower part of the eye near the eyes.

Image from Yogo and Cream site
Threading is not only for eyebrows, but can be done on all of your facial hair, on your body even to your underarm.

So here is my before and after threading picture
I can see that my eyebrows now have a cleaner edges. After I'm done with my brows I go in their treatment room to have my underarm done. Yes, it is still a cozy flowery theme.



As I've said before that Hey Sugar have this 100% Organic ingredients to their sugar wax. Do you want to know what will be the benefit if you choose only the organic ingredients? Read the details below:

1. Less health risks

As said before, most of the beauty products available in the market today contain a standard cocktail of chemicals, which do more harm your skin than good. This, combined with exposure to harmful pesticides and preservatives used on the food sold in supermarkets, can give rise to a number of diseases. 

2. Lower exposure to allergens

The chemicals commonly used in beauty products, whether to strengthen its effects or extend shelf life, can cause skin irritation and trigger allergies, particularly for those with sensitive skin. 
Organic products may seem less effective compared to their chemical counterparts, but are gentler on the skin and has no side effects. 

3. Helps nourish your skin


Organic and all-natural beauty products are all plant-based. Meaning, the main ingredients used in these products come from directly from plants or parts of plants and come with nourishing power. In the same way that you are advised to eat your fruits and vegetables regularly to keep the rest of your body healthy, putting on all-natural products on the skin will definitely help supply it with much-needed vitamins and minerals to boost its health.

4. Better quality products


There’s a lot of effort and detail that goes into the production of an all-organic, product, if only because they want to encourage more people to see the benefits of going chemical-free. 

5. (Almost) Painless Regimen

Waxing is arguably one of the most tedious and painful beauty regimens anyone has to go through, but through organic options—particularly sugar wax, which wraps thoroughly around the hair and allow for a cleaner pull, pain is greatly reduced. 

From my personal experience on my underarm waxing, She first ask me If I want Cold or Hot wax. So what's the difference between them? Hot wax - is not that really hot it can be adjusted to your own preferences. It is applied by a wooden stick to the areas with hair, then a clean white cloth will be placed above it. Rubbing it softly so that the wax and hair will stick to the cloth before pulling off quickly. While to Cold wax, it is applied against the direction of your hair growth before pulling off. I remember the esthetician said that If you have a lower pain tolerance you should choose the cold wax. It is also perfect for sensitive skin.

Hey Sugar also offers some body scrub and oils
Both of the procedure cause you pain, but as long as you keep doing it, it becomes bearable to your skin and will guarantee you a hair free body area. The esthetician will also remind you that you should not take a bath or put on water to the area for about 8 hours because it have an open pores.


Drop by to their newly opened branch at Hey Sugar! Waxing Salon comes in to save the day! Using only 100%naturally hypoallergenic sugar wax that minimizes side effects such as allergic reactions and chemical irritations caused by traditional wax— you get a gentler but no less effective way to keep your skin smooth and hair-free. With its recent opening in the newly renovated Unimart in Greenhills Shopping Center – Hey Sugar keeps on sharing the “organic way of life” to more and more people in the Metro. 

To know more, follow them on facebook.com/HeySugarWaxingPh, Twitter.com/HeySugarPhils and Instagram.com/HeySugarPhils. For bookings, contact:  0936-642-0530.

Nailaholics Unimart Greenhills Experience + Tips for a Healthier and Long Lasting Nail Color

12:41 AM
I'm sure you already read my introduction or my other 2 blog posts about this pampering day. You are here at my Nailaholics Salon experience. As you know I love pampering especially on my nails, because I think that this makes the first impression of a woman aside from her fragrant and hair. Nailaholics is known for their signature beach feeling salon interior, amazing and approachable employees

Reception Area of Nailaholics Unimart Greenhills
Nailaholics lovely interior
The services that I choose were Foot Spa, Foot Massage, and Pedicure. Ate Jhen was my nail technicians.

Ate Jhen first cleans up my feet and soaked it up to a basin with warm basin bucket. Then she started the exfoliating process. Ate Jhen is gentle and accommodating to all of my questions about the Nailaholics opening. She also helps me to decide what color should I put on my nails.By the way, I want to share with you guys ways to make your nail colors last longer. I'm sure that you are thrilled to know this hack and it came from the professional from Nailaholics Unimart Greenhills.

Some tips for a Healthy and Longer color Nails

  1. Always Moisturize. Like our skin, nails need to be moisturized too to prevent breakage and chips.
  2. Always use a base coat before painting color on. This is the best necessity if you cared enough for your nails, like Nailaholics mandatory service when painting a nail. This will protect your nails from staining and also acts as a great adhesive for the polish ensuring lasting color.
  3. Apply thin coats of polish with every stroke. It dries quickly and doesn't cause bubbles. To do this just run the tip of the applicator to the opening of the nail polish bottle.
  4. Don't be on hurry on putting all the layers of the nail polish. Wait a couple of minutes between each coat to make sure the nail polish adheres properly to its base.
  5. But if you are really in a hurry, you can dip your nails in an ice cold water for a quicker drying of nail polishes.
  6. To extend the life of your manicure, apply really thin coats of topcoat every other day.
  7. Like my hair, I always put a cuticle oil for my nails to moisturize the skin. These are some of the helpful tips you can do to make those beautiful colored nails last longer.
My Co-blogger Thewata
Drop by to Nailaholics Unimart which is located at the Mezzanine level of Unimart Greenhills Shopping Center, San Juan City. To book your appointments today, contact 0956-846-2352. 


Sunday, July 16, 2017

Pop Tops Australia's Favorite Kid's Juice Drink is now here at the Philippines

8:54 AM

Filipino Moms exert effort on preparing their kids baon for school. It is the most special love that our kids can bring to the school and I know it is hard to decide and find the perfect healthy food choice that our kids will surely eat and enjoy. But nowadays, this combination can be challenging to find, especially in kid's beverages. So here I am again recommending my drink choice for your kids to bring. Introducing Pop Tops: Australia's Favorite Kids Juice Drink. 

Harvey was excited seeing the bottles
The design of the bottle is perfect to attract kids but it is not just the package it is the whole Pop Tops including the juice itself. Each Pop Tops comes in a handy-lunch box sized 250ml serving, perfect for little tot's drinking needs, and for our moms to carry on our purse.

Pop Tops bottle fits perfectly to the tiny hands of my #LittleSamson Harvey, don't worry mommies our little ones can't make a mess because of it's small drinking spout compared to the ordinary bottles. Harvey is loving the pop-up cap design of this bottle it makes easier for him to drink and close the bottle. With the right serving size, we moms will have a peace of mind that our kids get the most nutrients they need in the amount that they want. 

Asking where Pop Tops are made from? Pop Tops is made from real fruit juice, with 30 percent less sugar and less sodium, no artificial colors , flavors or sweeteners. Pop  Tops juices are made in Australia, with the highest quality and safety standard that our children deserve. 

There are only two flavors available at the market apple and orange flavors. 
Apple Flavor Pop Tops
Orange Flavor Pop Tops
Pop Tops also introduced some colorful characters to add fun to our kid's drink. Led by Alfi Apple and Oli Orange. Aside from being a daily kid's beverage, Pop Tops is so attractive and engaging that it can be an ideal giveaway for birthday parties and other special occasions.

"Pop Tops was developed with health and safety in mind.  It is not enough that each child is satisfied. They have to benefit from what they consume in the long run. Each drink they consume is an investment in their future health, and Pop Tops is the only kids beverage that delivers this in a way that children will love, " says director Neil Vincent Ching

"One of the main dilemmas parents have is persuading their children to eat or drink what they have prepared. Pop Tops priorities to make the beverage attractive and easy-to-use for your child, so that they can have all the nutrients in a drink they can enjoy. This makes life a lot easier for busy parents who want the best for their children," shares Atlas Global Advantage managing director Hans Nathan Ching. 

Comparing to other drinks, Harvey is loving this drink and he already recognized the bottle itself on what flavor is on it. I can say that this drink is a good replacement for a squeezed juice that I'm sure that Harvey will enjoy. So try out this Pop Tops juice and find it at the following stalls and supermarkets Sm Snack Exchange, Rustans Supermarket, Robinsons Supermarket and SM Hypermarket nationwide. 

I received Yakap Delivery from Neozep

1:49 AM

I am a working mom, so even I am not feeling well I still go to work. A few weeks just past I feel really sick because of colds. Neozep found out that I had colds they send me a #YakapDelivery box to keep my day going.


I was then at the office busy doing office works when I got a message that Neozep send me something to ease my colds. Both of them are makulit while doing the delivery and told me what is inside of the box.


Neozep send this care package that comes with Neozep Non-drowsy and Neozep Forte plus their limited edition tumbler.

Neozep is always my go to medicine for colds. They do stick on their saying the "Isang yakap ng ginhawa mula sa Neozep para sa'yo dahil gusto naming gumaling ka agad!"


If you will ask which Neozep medicine is better I'll give you a short description to where to use it.

Take Neozep Non-drowsy when you need to do task or when you need to go to work. "No antok ginhawa sa sipon para tuloy ang trabaho. While Neozep Forte is taken when you can rest at home for more restful recovery to ease that colds and all of it's symptoms.

Sorry for my haggard face in this photo. 

 You can also watch Alden Richards #YakapDelivery Commercial.  Again Thank you Neozep for my #YakapDelivery box. 


Saturday, July 15, 2017

Precision Meets Passion at Vivere Salon Glorietta with Mr. Alben Lawa

9:04 AM

They all say that hair is the crowning glory of a woman that is why I am so honored to try out the expertise of one of the stylists from a well known salon Vivere Salon. Hair is the most precious part of a woman's body we do everything just to make it shiny and it helps us to look good.


My bleached hair and purple hair

If you're my avid reader you already read my post about a month ago that I decided to bleach my hair to achieve my dream hair color which was purple or violet. Here is the link on my post : Bleached Hair. Back then I only apply a semi permanent hair color that only last for days until a week.

From that day I said to myself that I will retain my bleached hair to try on different hair color trends do that I could make my own statement. Nevertheless, I do achieve that. But I got tired of redoing my hair color every two weeks. So again, I decided to stop coloring it and stick to this yellowish color. I do love my hair I constantly do home treatments and conditioned it almost every day to make it strong.



Luckily I was invited to try Vivere salon and to have a hair makeover. Vivere Glorietta 2 Branch interior is a mix of modern colors and patterns with a touch of Zen. A great combination of inspiration and balancing of moods of the customers as well as the staffs. All of their Senior Hair stylist embodied the salon principle "Precision Meets Passion" which on my own observation and experience this is where they are excellent.

My Glam Team : Sir Alben Lawa & Ate Mona
Vivere Salon promised that all of their stylists are the best, did you know that they are trained in the signature techniques of the Vidal Sasoon Academy, know for their easy to maintain, manage, wash and wear but an unbelievably stylish approach to cutting. Here, each snip and angle is designed to create shape, texture and form, based on what is most flattering for our client’s face shape, what is most ideal for their lifestyle, what is manageable for their beauty regimen and how it all works given their hair texture. To complement our cutting services, we also have a range of scientifically proven hair treatments from Schwarzkopf, designed to make everyday styling easier while ensuring the health of your hair. 

My hair stylist was Mr. Alben Lawa, he is very accommodating and he picks a perfect color to my hair. A quick profile background of Mr. Alben Lawa, about an eight years on hair expertise and 2 years as a senior hair dresser in Vivere Salon.Whenever I go to a salon I always ask my hair stylist for his opinion on what hair style and color would actually make my face brighter and slimmer. As per Sir Alben, I told him that I believe in his expertise that he can do anything in my hair. So let's begin my hair transformation story.

So here is my untouched hair a combination of yellow, gold and black roots

The Ate Mona, attended to me and washed my hair to prep my hair for coloring.

After the first wash of my hair


 The first step is to lighten up the root of my hair because it is already growing. Color mixture was on my hair for about 20 mins. 

Ate Mona is applying color lightener to my roots

After the wash of my lightened hair
As I've said I let Mr. Alben to do what he thinks looks good on me. So here is the coloring, I wasn't able to take a pic of the mixture that they used to my hair, but it is a little bit pastel purple color.

Hair color is Redish Violet
This time color seats down for about 20 mins and they do my roots for another 15 mins. While waiting ate Mona give me some relaxing massage. To kill time and just to relax me.

Color red hair color on my hair

The lightning does not give it a justice but in personal it is a mix of color red and purple
 Love the results, also Sir Alben treated my abused hair, to make it soft and for a long lasting hair colorful.





My overall experience in the Vivere Glorietta salon is awesome. They also took a photo of me because the outcome color is pigmented. Comparing my old hair style to my new one. It is more pigmented and vibrant. Curling my hair will also make it look good.

Before (left) After (right)



Here is my updated hair color after 6 days, which is so fab. It is not that loud red color, it compliments my skin even better making my skin more whiter. To my #DashingMomSquad , one thing I can say, staying out of your comfort zone means giving a chance for a better you.

I recommend you to try the services offered by Vivere Salon. All of their stylist are the BEST! If you are curious to try out their services especially Sir Alben Lawa at Vivere Glorietta Salon. Visit them at 3rd floor Glorietta 2 it is near Nail-aholics and Ohh Lah Lash. Don't hesitate to ask if Sir Alben to be your stylist.