ION PEREZ and VICE GANDA are Fitting Endorsers for BELLE DOLLS

I've been covering Beautéderm events for a while now but this has been the most secretive event so far that I didn't know who the new Belle Dolls brand ambassador would be til the last minute. 

Belle Dolls has been a really bullish health and beauty drink brand under Beautéderm corp and I've personally consumed bags of the Beauté Secret Collagen Juice Drink (Strawberry and Lychee flavor) and the Beauté Secret Stem Cell Drink which the new personality will endorse, no other than the Unkabogable Superstar Vice Ganda. Her husband Ion Perez on the other hand will be handling Beauté Secret Black Coffee and the Beauté Secret Healthy Coffee which has Caramel Macchiato flavors in it. 

These products have healthy ingredients that would take care of your gut health, skin, aid in mental clarity, and your lovely nails. The coffee line also has stevia for sweetener, and is healthy which Ion wants so he could take care of himself and Vice too. 

Ms. Rei Tan talked lengthily about how even before this endorsement came, she and Vice have been working together to make sure those who have no access to education will be given the opportunity to go to school and finish their courses. Ms Rei and Vice are very passionate about it, and if this means they'll be helping less fortunate kids gain education, they would be glad to do so. Vice has been taking notes of people who genuinely care for others and he's seen what Ms. Rei has done not only to those who are in the north (as a proud Ilocana) but also those in Pampanga since Angeles City is where the Beautéderm Headquarters is located. Vice also knows how genuine Ms. Rei is because of the several instances they worked together, without any hitches or issues. 

Ion on the other hand may have been nervous knowing about this endorsement, but he became very comfortable because of the fact that owner Ms. Rei spoke Kapampangan, a dialect that they too used in Tarlac where Ion is based. Ion is super into healthy stuff, and told the press that he's been encouraging Vice a lot by changing her lifestyle especially getting enough sleep and watching what she eats and drink. These days, they are prioritizing themselves, because they realized they wouldn't be able to help others if they don't take care of their own health.

Ms. Rei knows that Vice and Ion are real genuine people, and exactly would represent their Belle Dolls brand. She also lauds them for being so confident and very ready to motivate other people using their influence for good. It's also their authenticity that she admires, which she finds on and off camera. With the brand, they could now start seeing the benefits of products where Filipinos would have careful choices and find it available all throughout the Philippines.

Congratulations to Ms. Rei, Belle Dolls, to Ion and Vice too! It just fits like a glove, definitely!

MAISON MIDORI: Making Cait Lee's Matcha Dreams Come True!

Caitlin Lee has always grown a fascination about Matcha ever since she had it in Japan a couple years ago. She was a little dumbfounded when the rest of her family didn't like it while she adored the green beverage prepared during that trip, and she never forgot about it. During the pandemic, the resurgence of liking to baked breads and pastries also brought her love for all things Matcha as a flavor. She felt it was time to follow her passion and start her own Matcha brand called "Maison Midori".

Her mission was simple, to bring high quality green tea to the Philippines. A small project but had so much love and support, she invites you this time to savor the moment.

Cait Lee says "I'm the girl behind Maison Midori, and I'm a chemist, and matcha is my biggest passion. I was 15 on a trip in Japan. I think during the pandemic I had a baking business and think that's how it started. Thank you for being in our pop ups and bazaars, the management who have been working hard during this past weeks. I am so glad I have a support system beside me, I wouldn't be able to do this without you and God. I was praying so hard about this business, but then I am so grateful."

Here's a rundown on what happened on video:

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She also put importance on building communities done with passion, connections, love and faith. If you want to get a hold of it, they have rht Tenshi Samidori and Maroyaka Okumidori teas available online at maisonmidori.com. You can also get the Fukami Matcha, a limited edition variant which you can enjoy mixed in beverages or just by itself. They also have bamboo whisks and scoops on the site if you want to be little serious about it.

Congratulations on making your dreams come true Cait Lee, here's wishing you more cups for folks to love and enjoy!

Tough Girl and Health Advocate KAILA ESTRADA

Lovely Kaila Estrada is taking on the cause of youth wellness to the forefront as she becomes the newest Santé BarleyMax brand Ambassador. She now joins the ranks of other stars Kim Atienza, Bossing Vic Sotto and the Unkabogable star Vice Ganda. 

Aside from being one of the brightest Star Magic artist, she starts a precedent of having youth, health and vitality to be something of importance for today's generation. It doesn't have to be acted upon when we're already in our prime, rather started early regardless of one's length of stay on Earth. 

Kaila has worked her way up the industry by reprising roles in series like Viral Scandal, Linlang, Can't Buy Me Love and the recent one Incognito. The who's who of the industry were also part of that, and it cemented her name into the homes of Filipinos worldwide. 

For those who don't know, Santé BarleyMax is made of organic barley grass all sourced from New Zealand. With her being part of the movement, it'll get folks to appreciate how we all should start investing as early as now. While you are young, it's going to open your eyes that you can achieve your hoped and dreams. Nothing is impossible!

VIC SOTTO Endorses SANTÉ BARLEY

It's a really great morning to bring you good news, our favorite barley brand Santé wants you to love the brand even more, so they got the best man for the job... No other than Vic Sotto.

The well loved drink and health product manufacturer from the Philippines (imports raw materials from New Zealand) wants you to Live for More, and today, in simple ceremonies at the Luxent hotel, they introduced him to the press as their brand ambassador.

Vic says "I am together with Santé International in celebrating their 18th year, and living healthy. Of course I drink Santé barley on an empty stomach, first thing in the morning. It fortifies my immune system, and as Lakan Makisig, it's what I do. It also makes me look good."

He adds "I know of Santé Barley and researched about their product. It's a super food, I sat down with them and knew even more about the organization and so, I said yes right away, they promote healthy living. When it comes to that, I am always for it. Knowing where it came from, and it's quality, it's why I said yes to it. It's not a secret anymore. I take Santé Barley. We were just talking and they already gave me 5 years worth of Santé barley, you can really feel it in your body when you start taking it. I had it before breakfast, it cleanses, and my immune system plus overall health is being taken cared of by it. When it is something that I don't use, I don't endorse it. I did due diligence, and it benefited me a lot, I believe in it and used it so it's just so easy to endorse it. More than that, I feel it will help others which is why I did this."

Vic adds "One of the regimen I do is that I only eat when it's time to eat. I don't eat junk food, sweets, I take everything in moderation including alc0hol and soft drinks. I don't even have maintenance medicine for hyperpigmentation and diabetes namely Joey and Allan K. It's a very healthy food supplement and for me, I am thankful that I am lucky with health and this body. I also sleep 6-7 hours a day, enjoy my family. I don't exercise, just brisk walk and do golf. It's just what I do, because I couldn't do what Pauline does because she does high intensity spinning class."

Joey of Santé International says "We couldn't sleep knowing one of our choices was Vic Sotto. He's an institution, and it was not a hard choice to have him as our endorser. Before we asked him, I introduced it to him and told him about the company and the advocacy. The product is good, but as a company, we always believe in the product and for the next coming years, he is a good match."

If you want to know more about their products, just look for Santé International on social media and their main website santebarley.com.

A Growing Beautéderm Family: Belle Dolls Ambassadors MIGUEL TANFELIX, YSABEL ORTEGA, SOFIA PABLO and SHAIRA DIAZ

A few weeks ago, we got wind of how Beautéderm will announce their Belle Dolls ambassadors. Suffice to say, we were all excited about it. We didn't know who it would be til now. Meet the newest addition to the Beautéderm family, BELLE DOLLS Ambassadors Miguel Tanfelix, Sofia Pablo, Ysabel Ortega, and Shaira Diaz. They will now be under the wing of Beautéderm CEO Rei Tan.

BELLE DOLLS is a line of FDA and Halal approved supplements and drinks designed to promote health and wellness as basis for good skin. It makes sense because yes, if you want to look good, it starts from that.

Ms. Rei says "It all boils down to effectivity. There may be a lot out there in the market, but it becomes very commercial, and we're not even sure about the ingredients they use. We can't have too much sugar at a certain age, which is why I made sure that the studies and research they did with BELLE DOLLS, I'd be hands on. I'm in my ideal weight and form because of it, even though I haven't had rice in months, I still crave sweets. It's a good thing I have drinks from BELLE DOLLS which has stevia. It is doctor approved, and I use it. I'm a DOLL."

She adds "I chose them because they represent different age groups. We already have endorsers for other products that represent 40's, 30's, 20's that in fact don't look their age. I'm completing my babies, and this time, we've got young ones. I only ask a few things, if they are kind, if they post about it, and hardworking. Shaira for example wasn't part of us initially, but EA was and even then she was showcasing products she get from EA. Ysabel on the other hand, I love her, every milestone we celebrate, and she's there. The simple things she does, I appreciate that. Sofia too, she's a very sweet girl, very polite and approaches me all the time when at events. So does Miguel, that's how I look for my Belle Dolls ambassadors, it's nothing complicated. With them as our ambassadors, we know we'll get the message across our consumers."

Here's the press conference on video, please enjoy!

Shaira says "At first, I really got giddy when the Beautéderm informed me that I will be part of the BELLE DOLLS. I remember using Beautéderm Cristaux products and showing her the effects, because it was my first time using products like that. I am very honored being part of this. I was already using it prior to them telling me about it, and I knew the effects, so I really believe in the product. That's what I want to have because we don't want to be ashamed of a product I personally use and endorse. I could recommend this to friends and family because I know its effects, and see the change."

Miguel told us "I'm very excited actually, because Ysabel has been a long time part of Beautéderm Family. And when she gets products, she tells me what her favorites are and also shares some of it for me to use. I got very excited when they told me I'm going to be part of Beautéderm's BELLE DOLLS, and the only guy. It's not just the products, but how they really take care of their endorsers. I've heard a lot of things, so I'm glad I get to be part of that. I'm excited also to meet brothers and sisters from the brand, and Ms. Rei. I'm a coffee lover, and it's perfect that I get to endorse BELLE DOLLS Healthy Coffee. It's got great ingredients!"

And of course, Miguel will be with Ysabel in an endorsement, that's a good thing!

Oral Sunblock Duo

Dark Chocolate, Caramel Macchiato, Stem Cell Lychee and Strawberry, Collage in Kiwi Cucumber and Avocado 

Ysabel says "A lot of their products are quality, you'll be sure of that. We tried, and it is effective. I used to be iffy in the past with drinks, but the packaging, the message it promotes, it's so happy looking... and if you see something like this, and taste it, it's my favorite now. You shouldn't just be taking care of your beauty outside, but also inside. I am so happy because it's something new, and it's amazing!"

Sofia adds "Even way before I've been able to talk to Ms. Rei and now that I'm going to be part of this, she knew how excited I am. I don't use sunblock much because I'm a little lazy, but this is oral sunblock, very easy to take."

If you want to do the extra mile and take care of your skin from within, BELLE DOLLS have products that can do that. It will be available in Beautéderm physical stores, online in different channels as they've got trusted franchisees around the country that you can get it from. I've personally used the Belle Dolls Beauté Secret Strawberry Lychee Drink and it's my favorite. What's yours?

DEAR JOE Opens Newest Branch at Imus, Cavite!

Business has been good for Dear Joe as they expand this time in Imus, Cavite. This is officially their 23rd branch and has been existence since 2020. The restaurant has a retro American theme, conducive to those who love to write. This has been the handy work of the same people behind Coffee Project so you're sure every corner is IG worthy.

They also encourage good ol pen and paper, so the available stationary would be apt for each cup you chug. Be it a small note to loved ones, a letter to a stranger, your ex, or just about anyone you could think of. Aside from the coffee variants, they also have juices available, it's hot outside so go ahead and take that trip to Dear Joe and grab one today.

This new branch is just right across Camella Manors Aviana. It'll be a perk especially for the folks who live within the area. You don't really have to go far in order to get caffeinated.

Camella Manors Aviana is also a good place to start a family. If you're a single person who's in the mood to invest, it's a great location especially since Imus is a booming city. Write, Coffee, Live, how can you not love that!

Come #SparkTheEnergy with Berocca!

January was certainly pretty busy as in between events and online activities, I had to stop, pause and get my vaccine booster shots done prior to attending physical events later that month. After a few days of feeling a little numbness on my right arm and sleepless nights, I barely had time to work because those times of blankly looking at the screen came back and I had to sleep, take a break and reset.

Whenever I feel something's about to go down, my personal regimen is to take a tablet of Berocca to get those vitamins and minerals in my body. With it, I kinda reset, never feel like I'm tired and get so alert I'd be raring to write creatively and shoot vlogs, interview some of the country's biggest stars and spend lots of time with family. It's always like a perfect day when I've gotten that done after breakfast. Even if I'm a diabetic, I take it as it's sugar free and don't have to worry my readings would shoot up. 

Since it gives me more energy, I'd take it and have extra enthusiasm to squeeze in a quick workout before I go to sleep. I got to lose a lot of weight even when I'm at home because the sessions I do (even when I don't visit a gym) is enough to get me running around the neighborhood. I feel my energy is back and I'm raring to even do more!

Times are also changing, and so is the restrictions easing down. Now there's a more easier way to go out, still stay safe by following all health protocols and taking time to take care of ourselves while we're in or out of our homes. Berocca helps me keep my mind on the game. I don't get often sick because I get the nutrients I need with it. I also think sharper, helps me concentrate, and help me work out smarter even when I'm at the comforts of my own home. If you need ideas and want to see success stories like mine, you may visit superchargedsquad.berocca.com.ph and sign up. Come join the events, participate in the free squad challenges (lots of that there!), gain rewards and share your stories too while you're at it!

With Berocca, come and #SparkTheEnergy! 

Dimples Romana for Sante Barley Max

Dimples Romana has always been a breath of fresh air. She's that Mom who always wants the best for her kids, her family, and overall, you would want to have her be part of yours if heaven permit. Well this afternoon, we took a breather from the usual show business coverage and took time to see the folks at Sante Barkley Max have her as their new endorser.

Joey Marcelo of Sante Barley Max says "Sante International is a 100 percent Filipino owned company, with a vision to provide products in the wellness industry. We are the first Filipino company that has been able to put up shop in New Zealand. In the new normal, there's no way to cope but to level up year on year. We want to inspire more Filipinos, and in the 15 years we have been here, it's exciting to have a new member in our family Ms. Dimples Romana. Her values and persona aligns with our own. Her love language is to nurture, we value family. Her natural flair, genuine love and care for her family is outstanding. We're proud to have you here."

Health and quality of her life is surely one of the things why they got Ms. Dimples Romana, as she values it the most. People trust her, we've seen this actress on screen doing good work. Today, she's asking us to live more, do more with Sante Barley Max.

Dimples says "You all know how excited I am talking about healthy alternatives and do as much as we can to live to the max by taking care of ourselves. I am in the US right now as I'm still finishing a few shoots. I have a college student at home, but I always want to look young and feel young. I'm also a wife of 20 years, and I also started working very young and often have burn out moments. You have to take steps to live a healthy life, when you want to do that, it has to be small steps every single day. I only have to drink one sachet of Sante Barley Max every morning. Benefits, yes! I am still alive and kicking at 12:30am and feel energetic. Time zones usually mess up your body and it depends on the activities that you do to make sure you still get enough energy all throughout the day. Sante Barley Max helped me rid of toxins in my body, I regularly take it so my digestive functions are right. You have to have a different mindset, rid yourself of things that make you unhealthy. Til now, I don't think I look my age and I'm happy with that. During these days, I would often look at the mirror and see what I look like, I don't look tired even with all the work that I do. I really feel so great with Sante Barley Max. It's also the mindset, to begin something beneficial for me, to live to the max."

Sante Barley Max is an all natural food supplement made of young barley grass, turned into powder and can be consumed. It's got lots of vitamins, minerals, anti oxidants, amino acids, nutrients that is good for the body. It's safe to be taken by diabetics as it's got Stevia as sweetener. They now have it in capsule and sachet form so it's easier to take once a day (the sachet) or one capsule after every meal. It's available in Mercury Drug, Watsons, Soutstar, Shopee or Lazada.

CONG vs IVANA ALAWI on Mountain Dew's Battle of Bangis!

Two massive online personalities, one is Cong of CONGTV and the other, Ivana Alawi. Cong is funny, hits the right notes when it comes to gaming, Ivana on the other hand just have so much men adore her. Now what if these two gigantic personalities on YouTube suddenly had to battle it out? What am I talking about? It's called BATTLE OF BANGIS. It's Mountain Dew's very own way to test who's the best in physical, mental, emotional strength and teamwork.  

Now how do they do this? Easy. From October 10 to 27, the two and their respective teammates will undergo several bootcamp challenges in categories like Pisikalan, Walang Iyakan, Mind Over Matter then Tropahan. This means they'll be going through different adventures and activities to see who's best. Then they will have the finale Mountain Dew Battle of Bangis D'Ultimate Showdown on the 7th of November, that's next month.

This all started when Junnie Boy thanked the public when they worked with James Reid. They kinda started wishing who they wanted to collaborate with and out of his mouth he uttered the name of Ivana Alawi. Ivana then posted in another vlog that she's accepting the challenge and said "Bangis Tayo Eh!". And now, we can't wait to see what will happen next!

Oh and for those who would watch Cong and Ivana from the comforts of their homes, you too will have the chance to win the Mountain Dew Battle of Bangis. Just do your take of the challenges you see in the bootcamp and shoot a video, upload it on FB (publicly) and use the hashtag #DewBattleOfBangis and it'll count as an entry. That way, you can be part of their team.

Cong will team up with Mika Salamanca, Junnie Boy and Sachzna. Ivana on the other hand will be playing with Khengi Saito, Tiktok femme Yuki Takahashi and Albert Nicolas. They'll be recruiting 6 of you who will post your entries on social media then face each other in the finals. It'll be hosted by Sam YG and James Reid will also be there to witness the festivities. It will be streamed on Mountain Dew's Facebook pga on the consecutive weeks, and the finals of course.

Proceeds of this particular event will go to chosen charities Streets School and Child Hope. They are causes that are close to Ivana and Cong's heart. They will be providing new tablets for their school needs. Winner gets 100 tablets, the other will get 50. If you want to know more, check out this video!

Like their social channels if you want to know more!

KathNiel, SB19 + More Seen in New York and LA for PEPSI

We all know the results of the Tokyo Olympics have been taking over TV and social media now, which is actually good because after almost a hundred years we got our gold medal, and possibly the largest medal haul for the Philippines. Now lemme tell you another good reason to hold on to that pride as our very own celebrities just got immortalized in several billboards in New York City and Los Angeles in the US. This is part of Pepsi's Hit Sa Sarap campaign showcasing our love for enjoying meal times with family and friends.

Imagine Teen King and Queen Daniel Padilla, Kathryn Bernardo, Internet Sensation Mimiyuhhh, baller cutie Ricci Rivero together with worldwide sensation SB19 (who recently landed in Billboard Music Awards) are all being shown on huge electronic billboards like these!

You too can achieve milestones like them, even if we're under ECQ these days, I'm still hopeful that we will one day going to get ourselves a nice family meal with all our loved ones around the table. Chowing down our favorite food, making it extra special with the banter, same old jokes we used to tell everyone. Then an ice cold glass of Pepsi to make us all cold and fuzzy.

Ain't nothing better than music, good food, friends and Pepsi. That's all I want to have these days. It's just a bonus to see Filipinos do good up on the world stage. We belong there!

Artists, SB19, Daniel Padilla Welcome Pepsi Queen Kathryn Bernardo

I arrived quite a bit late but I had to be here because of SB19 and teen King and Queen Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo. This is a Pepsi event which means the young lady (Kathryn) is switching brands and she couldn't do it for a long time because she was tied up with the red brand. Understandably, she's been so supportive of Daniel's endeavors and it wouldn't be surprising to see her do so especially as this directly identifies Daniel as the current King of Pepsi. Tons of artists like Mimiyuuuh, Matthaios, Ricci Rivero were also there but I kinda was late and only found them at the side of the stage. I got comfy in the front and started expecting pandemonium to happen especially because of the artists I mentioned earlier. I told those seated beside me to take extra precaution because SB19 was up next, and there was considerably high amount of ATIN (their fan group) in attendance. I have been to one event a couple months ago and they’re really loud! I expected that!

Matthaios sang the song Catriona which is severely popular nowadays with millennials. They sang along with the guy like a concert scene, I could pretty much feel the crowd breathing, no joke! 

Then of course, I warned them it would be very loud... SB19 came out and obliged the crowd to sing their latest single ALAB and of course my personal favorite, GO UP! When they started dancing on stage, the press people who initially didn't know them, became fans in minutes. Honestly, I've been watching their YouTube videos and they're crazy when they rehearse. So it wasn't really a surprise to me that they were THAT GOOD at the Pepsi event.

I took photos of the ATIN Pinuno. Sejun is pretty much the spokesperson of the group, he gamely answered questions by the hosts after their number.

The press was impressed! Me too!

After the SB19 guys went backstage, we waited a bit for the piece de resistance of this event. People were of course screaming for KathNiel, so the teen King himself came out of center stage and sang a few songs. Daniel is a crooner, rocker, all rolled into one! I wouldn't blame them, this guy is so down to earth, always so nice whenever I get the chance to talk to him. 

He was so cute when he asked the hosts to actually be the one to introduce his queen. Awww... just look at these two on stage and you're gonna be swooned by their sweetness. Kathryn also sang a few songs.

Daniel and Kathryn kept it so fun for the crowd, no frills, and Daniel looked at Kathryn like a hungry lover would do for his queen.

Officially, she is now the new Pepsi Queen and together with Pepsi King Daniel, this will be one kingdom easy to rule!

Pepsi also had booths at the venue where secretly, they got people to taste the product. Of course, they got a lot of people who turn out to be lovers of the brand, almost 70 percent prefer it over the other one.

I'd like to take this bit to say THANK YOU to Pepsi for having us experience this all in Trinoma. I got to also personally give Daniel something he liked when I did a one on one a couple months back. He was happy, and that meant a lot. Congratulations on having Kathryn beside your throne, truly you are the King and Queen of Pepsi!