Auto-Gard Waterless Car Wash

Isn't the weather crazy? I mean one minute it's cool and windy, the next day it's super hot and you're all sweaty and then the next day you're dripping wet because of monsoon rain and it happens when you're just about to go out with friends and family. You may struggled all morning to clean your car with soap and water only to find out that your precious shiny vehicle would look like a wet rag because the rain always find its way to ruin your plans as mother nature intended it to be. Well don't take that pail and shampoo out yet because we might have a better solution to your car wash problems. This one however comes in a bottle.

By using this with the Auto Gard Microfiber cloth, a simple task of cleaning your car would save you about 20-100 liters of water for each bottle. This is designed however for light dirt and grime and not when you're doing 4x4 or off road driving (no it's not the answer to your heavily soiled car). It provides like an extra layer of protection on your car's surface so it won't be that dirty the next time you plan to do another car wash. For porous or non porous places like your windows, glass, wheels, headlights. this thing will make your car clean even without the use of water. You just simply spray it on and wipe it off. Auto Gard Waterless Carwash also gives your smooth plastics and chrome the shine it deserves so you won't look bad when other people are inside your vehicle. Like shiny new.

The High Performance Microfiber cloth also makes sure you won't be wiping it on and off your car like a wet rag because the darn thing sucks up water like it's thirsty, like a man who just got out of the Sahara desert and can be squeezed out as if it's almost dry. You ca use it over and over again and can last you a couple uses so you don't have to worry you're not keeping a dirty rag in your garage all the time. 

It's easy to apply, and only costs less than a few hundred pesos (Php 199 SRP). You also save on water, on effort and protects your car from the harmful elements of everyday driving. It's not going to stick to your car's surface that much and may well serve you with less effort in cleaning that car on an everyday basis. Getting a car wash these days are so expensive so saving a few bucks by doing it yourself will definitely be the better alternative. You'll have more time to prepare to go to work rather than slaving away with soap and water all the time. Isn't that a good thing?

I know, I'm using it right now for our family's huge van and I think it'll save is a lot of time, and money too.

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Vaseline Men Launches "Be the man, win the car!" Promo

Guys who are in my age bracket probably have simple wishes. A great career, a great family, a house of our own and probably a car. Times are tough and you only could work for one or few of these things; and the last thing on your list is, probably the car. It's sad when you want something so bad and you couldn't have that on priorities, but don't worry because Vaseline Men will get you covered on their latest promo. I'll tell you about it in a bit.

We went to the launch a few days ago and it was really good news.
Hosting the event was Nicky Viola.

Jonathan Cua - the Brand Manager from Vaseline Men says it's high time that he gives you good news Vaseline Men has a new promo called "Be the man, win the car!". Yes, you heard that right because they are giving away a new Toyota 86 limited edition car plus instant load if you purchase Vaseline Men facial wash or moisturizer tube.

Just get the ones that have the sticker on the pack, scratch it off and text VMEN plus the CODE to 2600. You instantly win the items and they'll notify you right there and there!

It's the most ideal car for men and with this promo you can get to win it. There's actually a huge waiting time for this car but Vaseline Men already has one waiting for you to claim it! I'll have mine tomorrow :) #Wish

I already have some products that I'll be using in the next few days and it's up for review soon.

Vaseline Men Face Antispot Whitening Moisturizer with Oil Control and Vaseline Men Face Antispot Whitening Moisturizer with SPF 15. 

Vaseline Men Whitening Body Wash with Active Whitening because men would want to be fair too :)

Vaseline Men Face Antispot Whitening Face Wash with Glacial Clay for Oil Control, Vaseline Men Face Antispot Whitening Face Scrup with Microbeads for Anti Dullness, Vaseline Men Face Antispot Whitening Face Wash with Activated Carbon for Spots Removal. These are all available at your favorite Watsons or Personal Care vendors nationwide. 

So make sure the next time you shop, make sure you grab one of these tubes and join "Be the man, win the car!". =)

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The L'Oréal ® Paris - Men Expert Hydra Energetic Skincare Range

Philippine Fashion Week 2012 was quite a busy time for me; but along with that experience is "one thing" that I was doing "behind the scenes". If you know me I've been a vain person and what perfect way to test out some products for men than now. When you are pressured and acting a little stressed, there's no way you are going to keep that fresh feeling you have right after a shower. When you're done fixing yourself you want to retain the moisture on your skin but when you go through traffic and a humongous crowd on these events, you kinda fall into that category called extreme haggardness... and you feel like you've aged 10 more years after that.

Good thing I had some L'Oréal Men Expert products in my stash and got results after using them for a few weeks. I wanted something that would make my skin look fresh and clean throughout the day; so let me tell you about what products we got and how they fared.

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HYDRA ENERGETIC
Skin Awakening ICY CLEANSING GEL

First of all, you and I probably know that there are only a few brands available in the market that's got a line dedicated for men. You are not alone, I went through a phase where I had to actually use women's products just to get my skin taken cared of. I went through that same experience where my face became whiter when I only needed to have it moisturized and nick free. It's not manly to say the least and the effect actually became a little humiliating when my face became so white that it left my neck and other extremities darker. People noticed so I stopped that. Today brands like L'Oréal ® Paris - Men Expert responds to the need for it; I tried out the HYDRA ENERGETIC Skin Awakening ICY CLEANSING GEL first.

Right after growing a beard for 3 weeks I decided to carry a cleaner look by shaving it off on the first day. I usually stay away from harsh soap products because it leaves my face dry later on. I used an almost neutral water based soap and after patting my face dry with a towel I applied the L'Oréal ® Paris - Men Expert HYDRA ENERGETIC Skin Awakening ICY CLEANSING GEL. I didn't use quite much, maybe a squirt of two pea sizes. I got it on my palm and made a lather. I used a thin layer of it first on my T zone. That's where you usually get the oiliness and dirt on your skin. If you are fond of getting your photos taken, this is usually the one that shines on your face. The gel itself isn't too thick and doesn't feel sticky. I left it on my face for a few minutes. No stingy feeling, it just feels a little refreshing. I rinsed it off with water lightly, pat it dry then I just let the wind dry my face. As observed it didn't leave anything uncomfortable, you feel so clean.

That's a definite plus on my books because the last thing you would want before you go out is something like that... just imagine the smoke and dirt in Metro Manila. If you get that on your skin before you even get to the office or event, that's just humiliating! I wouldn't want to get caught with that. The part I shaved off that day too had been handled quite nicely with this gel. Since it felt cool, my pores and skin kinda felt a little tighter. It had my skin moisturized as well. I guess that's what they wanted to actually do in the first place... and for me they just achieved that. I still felt quite clean after a couple of hours at work. Imagine that!

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Skin Reviving Moisturizing Gel
with Vitamin C + Caffeine

To tell you honestly, I'm a skeptic about the health benefits of coffee and vitamin C, more so if it's applied externally. This time though they are using it in the L'Oréal ® Paris - Men Expert HYDRA ENERGETIC Skin Reviving Moisturizing Gel. There have been several studies in the US that the benefits are real and there are 3 remarkable things that it can do when applied externally according to this. First, it reduces inflammation. Second, it gets rid of those circles under the eyes and third... it eliminates formation of cellulite's. Doesn't it sound like a dream cure for ladies? Well Men definitely have a lot of things like that too. If you work at night like I do those eye bags are but a normal thing. You kind of age a little, you'll look tired and pretty soon you will feel the stress. It's no joke to have your skin go through that; til it becomes unrepairable. So it is better to take care of it now and there is no doubt about that!

Vitamin C as applied externally can be absorbed by the skin. Though you may need quite an amount for it to have an effect, ascorbic acid is necessary for the production of collagen. If you basically lack this particular ingredient on your diet or daily regimens; you'll have scurvy, bleed and have your joints weak. This isn't the ideal condition any man would want to maintain that physique they've always wanted. How can a guy get to ooze with machismo with his body bleeding and weak like that?! That's exactly the point why these two are now in the L'Oréal ® Paris - Men Expert HYDRA ENERGETIC Skin Reviving Moisturizing Gel. You get to love your skin just the way you like it!

When I got to finish washing my face the second day, I then proceeded to open this Skin Reviving Moisturizing Gel with Vitamin C + Caffeine. Before I went to shoot in the BENCH Show for Philippine Fashion Week I applied a tiny amount of this on my face. It was sunny and scorching outside, not a great time to perspire or dry up like a prune because of the heat. Since I applied this on my face I still felt a little cooler than usual on the face whilst other parts of my body were almost dripping in sweat. The consistency of the gel is like lotion but it was NEVER greasy. It was not too cold like the latter but basically had the moisturizing job done. I felt it was absorbed quite quickly by the skin because a few massages on the face with it that almost turquoise gel vanished. The smell was very nice too because it could probably be compared to some of the best aftershave/eu de toilette brands out in the market though I felt this wasn't alcohol based either. It's a good thing Men would smell like men with this product. Women practically would be turned off if you smell like a girl LOL! I applied it again that evening and when I woke up; I still felt fresher than ever! This promises to eliminate the possibilities of me having skin dryness, fine lines and wrinkles. I'm quite optimistic that this product will deliver on the sun and age damages too!

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POWERED WATER
with Vitamin C + Caffeine

Just like the last one this bottle of "POWERED WATER" was used a little later on in the day. I didn't want to carry around the first two bottles and had this while I was busy shooting the runway. In between shows I hurriedly went to the Men's room and took this out. After washing my face with water, I poured a substantial amount of this on my palm and was a little surprised about it's consistency. It definitely looked like water. It was quite different from the previous ones and probably good for maintaining that freshness I carried around early in the day. The scent was quite similar with the gels and it did feel that effect with it though lighter. Maybe this is our version of a "retouch". It's quite a quick, no nonsense, no frills or thrills way of maintaining the freshness you had when you just got out of the shower. Plus, it smells good too!

The time of the day when you need something to perk you up. When you feel haggard and stressed, this is your quick fix. You don't have to have thick goo on your face just to look good. You just need a splash of this L'Oréal ® Paris - Men Expert HYDRA ENERGETIC POWERED WATER with Vitamin C + Caffeine.

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HYDRA ENERGETIC EYE

Do you ever feel like people are looking at you weirdly because you look like your girlfriend's Dad? Uncle? or worse Grandpa?!! Okay guys, I know this is the least of your worries. But let's face it, who in this world wants to look old?

You always say that the eyes are the window to one's soul... so what would you do if your eyes look drowsy and haggard? Think about it. Maybe it's not too late to take care of this! I'm sure when you get to see yourself in the mirror you'll try and tell little old you that there's still hope. What are you going to do about it?!

This particular part of your face right beneath the eyes is a problem area for men and even photographers like us. Why? It doesn't lie.

This part underneath your eyes spell the things you are going through. If it's too dark, then you are sleep deprived. If its too puffy, then you sleep too much. If it has lines, you are too old. It's as simple as that. If you retouch a photo, this is where you usually do it. If you remove some of the lines here via Photoshop, the model will instantly look younger and fresher. Now how are you going to take care of this? That's where L'Oréal ® Paris - Men Expert HYDRA ENERGETIC EYE comes in.

This small pen like contraption packs a punch because it promises 2 things.

1. Anti Eye Bags - Since it has some of those Vitamin C and Caffeine ingredients which we discussed early on, the same effect will go to the main areas you need this to be. Rolling this cold metal contraption on the line itself underneath the eyes; both the massage and cold effect will hasten to tighten skin leaving the fine lines to contract and later on make your eye bags flattened.

2. Anti Dark Circles - You definitely don't want to look like an Owl on your first date, or that special event in your life. Continued use of this pen aka Icy Roll On Eye would actually eliminate those dark circles that you have. It's active ingredient called Peptido-Complex helps eradicate those areas that made you look like you have a black eye. It's already an eye sore to have eye bags but more if you've got dark circles underneath it. It's not flattering at all.

I used this one for a couple of days and it feels tighter underneath the eyes. I have been blessed not to have those dark circles and I'm glad I got something that would simply help for me not to have that at all.

Comparing this particular line with the ones I used previously it's way better! Looking good takes effort, more so if you are NOT (like me! LOL). It takes special care and if you are still using your Mom's creams and cleaners I suggest that the next time you go to the store and purchase it think about something that was made for you. You are a man after all, go and get yourself some L'Oréal ® Paris - Men Expert Hydra Energetic skincare range because you deserve to be taken cared of too! Because Filipino men are worth it!!

And as for me... I'm ready for my next shot!




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Tried and Tested: Nivea Silver Protect!

Guys, have you experienced those days where you feel fresh and clean when you go out but feel so haggard when you get to the office? How about when you've got that important date but couldn't fathom why your underarms feel like its flowing like a waterfall, that it literally wets your perfect shirt? Bummer eh? It's called "baskil" (from the term "basa ang kili2x LOL) in layman's language in our side of the world. It's embarrassing, it's humiliating, I can't even tell you how disheartening it is to be in that situation, not to mention AWKWARD.



Nivea actually knows how you feel and what better way to resolve this than with anti bacterial protection that only NIVEA Silver Protect can do. Yes ladies and gentlemen, this pressured bottle or roll on thingamajig actually contains silver ions. It's something that will protect you from bacterial growth in all the right places, best of all it's soothing for the skin. After all, the one that's under there is highly sensitive and you have to take care of it otherwise you'll be the laughing stock of your co dudes and bros. Isn't it obvious?! You have to smell good for women too!

It actually promises 48 hour protection and I must say that I have tried it myself. The scent is more on the musky side for the aerosol version. The roll on actually is more on the light perfumey side. I feel though that the aerosol is better. Men want that scent and women would actually appreciate that. Men should smell "Manly" above anything else. The roll on version doesn't disappoint in that area either, though lighter in fragrance the effects and overall convenience of wearing it that way pays for it. I love both don't get me wrong but I find the aerosol better and more convenient. Plus, they have in in bullet-metal looking canisters which looks cool in my books! =)

There's also a Nivea For Men Silver Protect Challenge for those of you would like to try it on Facebook. You can CLICK HERE to access that application. There's a lot of prizes to be given away including 3 X 10,000 pesos cash plus a lot of gift packs courtesy of Nivea Silver Protect. We were even there to try out for ourselves what Nivea Silver Protect can do on these situations.


Imagine the heat, the adrenaline rush and the smell we'll get while doing this very physical activity. We perspired a lot to say the least and it was nice that Nivea was there to protect us from body odor or growing bacteria. We still smelled nice after 2 rounds of shooting people with laser guns inside this place. It was fun fun fun and we didn't have to worry about ourselves because Nivea's there to make sure we still smell as fresh as we went out of the shower!

They explained to us the benefits of using Silver Ions together with the deodorant and why it's the best for men like us! Hey! I was 4th out of 25 people in scores, not bad eh?! =) So what are you waiting for, hurry and use the app, get the canisters and roll on's then get those ladies! Nivea Silver Protect is surely what Men want!... and what I WANT too!

So guys, make sure you get the Nivea Silver Protect... I prefer the ones in the canister, I like how it smells and keeps me fresh all day. You won't be disappointed when you get it on stores nationwide! =)

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Superb Beats by Dr. Dre!

If you are someone who seeks high-quality audio reproduction via the use of specialized high-end audio electronics, so close that you want it to actually sound like the real thing; then by all means you are what they call an AUDIOPHILE. I've tried a ton of head phones, ear phones and ear plugs in the past and with all these things I spent I need to satisfy my ears with cans that can take the beating even on full blast! People have been looking for the same thing over the years and in one lazy afternoon I was in luck! I got to see it! 

 

Beats by Dr. Dre, definitely NOT your Father's Headphone!

Stars in Hollywood, musicians, producers and artists all have the same brand in mind for the best headphones in the market. Is it just a hype? Is it just plain branding that got it to where it is right now? I had my reservations initially because in my books I HAD TO TRY IT FIRST before I tell people if it's worth it. The market is flooded with imitations of it and those fail miserably. This is the REAL DEAL so getting one connected on my gadgets was just the perfect way to do it. They've got these for show!

White, Black and Red Beats by Dr. Dre. Shiiiiiny!

 

Unboxing the Beats

The Beats by Dr. Dre box contains common manuals (which you always should read!), warranty information, batteries, cleaning cloth, a very large box with Dr. Dre's image on it and the headphones that were fit inside a nice hard carrying case. There are 2 cables (black one and red one wherein the black has a microphone and red doesn't tangle), a quarter inch adapter for high quality audio equipment, an airline adapter for obvious uses. One good thing to note was the case itself was built a little hard than usual to protect the headphones; and it will definitely do the job. It's actually covered with metal inside so you are sure the sudden bumps and day to day mishaps won't damage the awesome headphones. For sure it'll be protected!  

 

Listening with Beats by Dr. Dre 

 

Then this time it goes to the best part of it all, how's the sound quality? How does it fare connecting it to one of the most popular gadgets this side of the world... the IPAD2?! 

 

For starters, people were already looking at me when I got the beats. Design wise it's the best looking headphones in the market. I've even seen some customized for famous people and it's not a joke getting your hands on them. Took it for a spin with some of the great tracks that I have on my IPAD2. The degree of accuracy of Beats by Dr Dre. emits the original sound waves of the track is quite impressive. I've tried different genres like House, R&B, Pop and just plain BASE music. It fared pretty well on them all. I even tried pumping up the volume to maximum so I could get a feel if it degrades quality when in full blast. I used music files that are on a 128 kbit/s bit rate; it's what tracks usually are in. It didn't even disrupt on the high or base tones. The back end acoustics were also very detailed. It is quite remarkable that it lived up to its name; no wonder people trust this brand among others!

 

More Beats by Dr. Dre Features  

Noise Cancellation

This is one of the greatest noise-cancelling over-ear headphones made by Monster. I have seen quite a couple of them (other brands) that offer this but it really doesn't do the job. You could still hear some things most of the time but for purists like me it would be better if you get a pair of Beats by Dr. Dre, the time I tried it I couldn't hear people were already talking about me. It's that seriously effective. The sleek and modern design of it didn't sacrifice quality.

Mute Button

It's something integrated on the headphones and what it basically does is turn off the sound when you need to. You can do it conveniently without actually taking off the headphones. If it's just some quick interruptions or something you want to listen to aside from music, that's just the smart thing invented on this piece of hardware. The Beats by Dr. Dre logo actually functions as the mute button, isn't that nice?! =)

You can Fold it! It fits snugly to the case and can easily be folded. There's no question about how convenient this is for people on the go or have a very active lifestyle.  

 

The Verdict

Beats by Dr. Dre is the best affordable professional consumer headphones. It's design, quality and capability to mimic live music is phenomenal as attested by artists, producers and me. How else could you go wrong with that?! There is no other headphone in the market that has the style it surely has! Get those awesome Beats by Dr. Dre, there's no other brand that can compare!

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If you are tired of just isolating yourself from the outside world, you can easily share your music with nothing else but the best speaker unit for your iphone or itouch units. Ladies and gentlemen, the BEATBOX!

It's the greatest multi speaker system that you can carry around because it is in a small compact box. Perfect for parties and enjoying music with your friends and family. It's time to share your music, get the beatbox!

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Men's Guilty Pleasure: Nivea For Men

Men like it as it is. They don't like girlie stuff and the things HE use in the shower usually stays a secret. The usual suspects would probably be what "women use" but the best brand didn't stay complacent with what they have in the market.They released Nivea's men's line and oh boy; that was the time I lined up in the groceries/drug store for the best things they have. For a guy that spends an hour in the shower and a couple of minutes more looking at himself in the mirror I needed it so bad. My regimen always had to have their shower and shaving gel plus the balm that soothes my skin. It was addicting! I had to have more obviously. I was so glad to be invited to their event a few days ago to try out some of their best products that fight acne, oil, promote whitening and make us stay as good looking, younger, longer, better!

This testosterone filled event wasn't as easy as I thought it would be as you can see. We had to go through circuit training in the posh 360 Fitness Club in Makati. I tried as much as possible to stay in the sidelines and play possum. That didn't work, I tried lunges, lifts, push ups and the usual run of the mill workouts but in a very staggered pace. The games were so much fun so we didn't really think it was tiring. It was exciting!

They didn't leave us in the dark. They carefully explained to us the products that they have a I adored them all! It took me time to actually use them all since I live in a crazy schedule. There are different remedies for oily skin but for some its like an impossible battle to win. Their line gently fights the 8 major causes of oily skin and promises huge improvements in a few days. I tried it out myself just for those who doubt them while reading this article LOL and of course it delivered! My skin stayed as nice as it is, but now i worry less about developing oily skin later on the day. When i got home it didn't develop that sticky feeling that occurs when I don't get to visit the men's room that often. The moisturizer does what it's supposed to. It hydrates my skin without making it oily again in the long run. It makes me irresistible haha! :) o if I were you I'd get this one today!

I shave every two days and I need something that would be able to soothe my skin every time I do it. After I use their awesome shaving foam I immediately follow it up with the balm and moisturizer. Yes ladies and gentlemen, as much as I hate to admit it I have a kikay kit LOL! To keep my looks as clean as I want it to, spending time for grooming is quite important and this is something that I always make sure I have time for. Some people tell me I look younger than my real age because I take care of my skin. With the proper skin regimen this is really not hard to achieve. It's not too late guys, you can still fight the ravages of time and keep yourself looking stress free!

Thanks to the wonderful people from Nivea for hooking us up with everything good with Men's grooming. Btw, if you are looking for the best deo I currently am trying the Nivea Silver Protect and it works wonders. It looks like I can wear this for 48 hours but of course I need to shower twice or thrice a day! The scent is very musky and cold so it's VERY manly. You won't have to smell like powder or flowers anymore like other brands. :)

As for my other Nivea addictions, we're still going to keep that habit! :)

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