Listerine, Watsons Work Together with Operation Smile Philippines

Looks like it's going to be an even brighter day for children with cleft lip and palate as they're going to have more smiles formed with popular health brand Watsons and the folks from best selling mouthwash Listerine. 

They're addressing the 200k backlog of cases in the country by making sure they benefit from each sale of products from Listerine. This will benefit several of their surgeries, speech therapies, nutrition programs, hygiene kits, and education in various communities too. This is Asia Pacific wide and it has been going on for a while now. You can give a pledge too on Listerine booths across Watsons branches and the P10 for every bottle will fund the programs and it will start from April 17th til the end of the year. 

Their hope is that you too will spark awareness, become starters to donate, volunteer and refer patients if needed be. Be part of the solution, and take part of their efforts especially in Watsons branches nationwide!

Watsons to Start MAY Sale with 50% OFF and B1T1 Offers

It's going to be a crazy month of May as leading wellness and beauty shop Watsons Philippines get your shopping bug nourished with their May Nationwide Sale happening this May 15-18.

This is something that you wouldn't want to miss because they've got several brands offering 50 percent off their products and also some that will have Buy 1 Take 1 too. Don't be surprised because your favorite skincare products, cosmetics and essentials are included like Olay, Garnier, Maybelline, Snail White, Creamsilk conditioners, L'oreal too. Add to that Watsons very own brands, Watsons Generics, Poten-Cee, Berocca, Ceelin, Neurobion, even those you need for maintenance and supplements for everyday use.

Watsons Club Members get additional perks as they can get previews online through the Watsons App and a 10 percent discount if you get to buy 5000 pesos worth of products in store. You can also get exclusive promos and freebies, and make it easier if you use your BDO credit cards. You can use it to buy now and pay later, something super convenient to use if it's not payday yet. Meanwhile, RCBC card holders can get 100 pesos cash back for a 2000 spend. You can do these online and have them conveniently delivered at home for a fraction of a cost. 

It's something you shouldn't miss, because I've seen the products they plan to put on sale, you'll love them for sure!

WATSONS Launch #AllMensSale on Father's Day

If you still haven't bought a gift for your DAD this Father's Day, why not just get him a care package from the shelves of Watson's!

Men's Grooming Essentials are currently on sale (upto 50 percent off) and why not, it's a treat from our friends at Watson's!

The Nivea Men Bright Anti Oil Facial Wash, the Irish Spring Moisture Blast Face and Body Wash, the Gatsby Natural Bleach and color, Gatsby Shaving Gel, Irish Spring Deodorant Soap, Old Spice Captain Shower Gel Body Wash, Palmolive Men Anti Dandruff Shampoo, Bigen Men Black Color, Glide Disposable Razors are all on sale and quite affordable, so you don't need to spend a lot during this day to get him something he could use. This is part of their #AllMenSale efforts, but only for today! 

When you also purchase 2000 pesos worth of products, you also get the chance to win tickets to MPL Season 14 courtesy of Liquid ECHO who are also Watson's brand ambassadors. But only for today!

Daddies (literally and figuratively) can wait at the Watsons HIMtayan Lounge while ladies shop!

There's a lot more on the shelves and other specials inside the store, go to Watson's today and see what you can get for the man in your life. I enjoyed shopping for ME too. :)

Sunshine Cruz is the face of THIOCELL

Celebrity Mom, actress, entrepreneur and supposed vampire Ms. Sunshine Cruz was just announced as the face of the new THIOCELL Lozenges. This is manufactured by Brady Pharma Inc and comes in a lozenge form. This is made by the same people who produced different dermatologic and cosmetic products, and is part of the aurolab group. This new form makes it easy for people to have it carried around, take and absorb better making all its contents beneficial as t contains Selenium (anti oxidant), Vitamins C (for good bones, cartilage, skin and blood), Vitamin D (for reduction of inflammation), and Vitamin E (against aging, arthritis and better eyes). They've spent 7 years of research and clinical trials before releasing this into the market, and Sunshine has personally tried it (not to whiten, but the benefits and nutrients she's getting from it).

During the press conference, Sunshine shared how she's been through a lot of sun exposure because of the nature of her work. She says "I absolutely trust the people behind THIOCELL. I love to sleep and stay at home, but if the work would require me to go to locations, I keep an open mind to take one everyday to make sure I get daily allowances I need. Together with that, I work out, I box a few times a week. I also work on my self, always with self love. If you expect people to love you, you have to love yourself first. I also do facial procedures when I feel the need to. I also have a very simple skincare routine, basically just removing my makeup, cleaning up with soap and water, then moisturizer or non oil based lotion in the especially in the eyes because that's where people see you age. Plus lots of sleep, because if you lack that, you will see it on your skin. My kids probably followed it while they're growing up, they see me take care of my skin when they were growing up. If they have small blemishes, I tell them what to do to take care of it. They're all girls, and I think it's an advantage if their Mom is a little vain. I don't want to see my kids not taking care of their skin."

She also brags that taking THIOCELL is easy because you can do it anywhere, any place, any time. She might have a lot on her bag, but makes sure she has space for it whenever she needs to go out. She also takes it every morning. THIOCELL has done the legwork and spent a lot on R&D so you could take it safe and fast, even at home. Here's the press conference a few days ago:

It's got research to back it up, so if you want it, you can get them today at WATSONS stores, Mercury and various pharmacies/stores nationwide!

Watsons Brings Luck in the Year of Wood Dragon

It was early morning and so much fun at the Watsons branch in SM North Edsa The Block when they launched "Feel the Luch with Love and Fortune" promo for all Watsons branches in the country. It's the Lunar New Year, and they're not going to make this an ordinary day because yes, various specials, great deals will happen inside every store from today til the 18th.

During the launch, several customers got the chance to have their personal one on one talk with Master Hans Cua so they could get to know what awaits this 2024. It was a limited run and only 15 individuals were allowed to do it after purchasing Php 1,500 of products that same day.

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Aside from the best price on products from Watsons, Ponds, Y.O.U, Trust, and many more qualified products, you stand to get an Angpao for every Php 1,000 purchase if you are a Watsons Club Member. Once you get one and write your wishes on a paper and hang it on the Wishing Tree, you could win for yourself 1 Million Member Points and spend it on any Watsons store across the country. Th Angpao's also contiain different vouchers which you can use to take a LOT off the actual price of selected products (sans Milk and Dispensary) on the Watsons app.

So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and put those well loved Watsons products on your basket and take the chance to win, use vouchers on the Year of the Wood Dragon! This is such a huge treat for Watsons customers indeed!

STR8 Holds GAME ON Event at SM Megamall

Str8 is a new fragrance brand that originated in Greece. They manufacture fragrances (deo spray), deodorants, shower gels and more. They launched in the Philippines today at SM Megamall's Event Center in Mandaluyong City. In the event, we were challenged to do a few games like 3D swords, race cars, Valorant, Mobile Legends among some of the best streamers and online personalities this side of town.

 

Ms. Hazel Lee the Str8 Brand Comptroller says "We want you to exude success and be relentless live and in the virtual world. To empower you, your go to fragrance is Str8, the game is on!"

 

The scent is pretty much straight forward, it's got no floral notes, mostly musky and leather. It also comes in EDT form which is encased in a tin with velvet like container inside. They also have one that is a deo spray, much like in liquid form and smells quite the same. The deo spray on the other hand feels cool to the skin, and I think the scent from all of these pretty much gives you much confidence because you know you smell good.

This is exclusive for Watsons and SM, but it's also available in Shopee and Lazada for those who want to purchase them online. Congratulations to STR8 Philippines for a very successful launch!

Watsons Celebrate 1000+ Stores in the Philippines

If you've been seeing a lot of Watson's stores in your area, chances are it's with good reason. They now have over 1000 stores in the country and has never been closer to you and your community, bringing your favorite brands and medicines (including theirs!) into your homes.

Dominic Lau of Watsons say "This is a remarkable milestone in the Philippine market since 2002. It was just like yesterday and we have expended rapidly, becoming the most loved brand in the country. Aside from the 1000th store, we are also celebrating our 20th year and we want to strengthen our connections even more to better  serve our customers offline or online. I want to thank our business partners, for playing an essential role in our success including SM who has supported us since our first store in the country. Our tremendous work is a result of your smile, your passion, in every one of our stores especially the customers in the Philippines who love Watsons. We are committed to expand our presence in then Philippines and do good in the community and the planet through our sustainability programs."

Watsons Managing Director Danilo Chiong says "Seeing you all here makes me feel warm and grateful. Our growth is the fault of our hardworking colleagues. Our flagship store is a testament to your loyalty and strength of our partnership. It has been exceedingly clear that online shopping has been a necessity to serve our customers better. Our store is now digital and we named it "Watsons North Edsa Grand", it's a celebration and raises the bar in opening new stores and look forward to brighter days with you. We want to put a smile to our customers faces and thank you for celebrating with us!"

Watsons plans to introduce a modern retail concept for in store and online shopping. With customers at heart, they will make their stores as core touch points, enabling technology and big data and make customers shop conveniently in all their platforms. The flagship store is a modern interactive store that will have data, big screens for vitamins, refilling stations, sustainability area, which they plan to implement in other stores soon. This is their O+O experience plan to make customers get what they need wherever they are, to hopefully also have 1360 stores in 2026.

FRESH TIME with BT21 Introduces NEW All Day Fragrance Mists

 

 

After having a grand time with the FRESH with BT21 Soothing Gel Lotions and Alcosprays released last year, it certainly looks like you're going to have another addition to your OFFICIAL BT21 MERCH COLLECTION. They call this the NEW BT21 Fragrance Mists and judging from the looks of it, you'll love these new products that Fresh Philippines is releasing in the country.

Time to #GetScentimental with new all day fragrance mists that's available in 4 scents that you will surely love!

Stargazing - It's got citrus notes, sweet smelling tropical fruits and vanilla

Fire Eclipse - A combo of fruity and floral with the elements of rose, berries, peaches and vanilla.

Sweet Calypso - It has earthy tones, like a combination of fruity mangoes, citrusy like mandarin and floral jasmine.

Hazy Moon - It will remind you of oranges and peaches, plus flowers like freesias (a bit like strawberries).

With these variations, there's surely something that your friends or family would love. You can get the Fragrance Mists with a 10 percent discount from May 2-8, 2022 @Watsonsph online. If you're a  BT21 lover, time to make space on your shelves and use these products on days that end with a Y. It's only Php 149, sweet!

So tell me, who's it gonna be? :)

Limited Edition Fresh with BT21 Line Dropping Soon!

It looks like FRESH Philippines is changing the look of their best selling skin care products. The season just calls for it. If you're a certified BT21 lover, you better be ready for BT21 Soothing Gels, Alcosprays, official merch and collectibles that will come very soon. This will be anyone's dream gift to receive (especially these holidays) as it is limited edition.

Always coming out with quality skin care products, FRESH Philippines promises you'll love what's coming with their Fresh with BT21 line. You're going to be extra happy as you take this skincare voyage with your favorite UNIVERSTAR BT21 friends #KOYA, #RJ, #SHOOKY, #MANG, #CHIMMY, #TATA, #COOKY and #VAN.

You can get FREE BT21 collectible photocard for every Php 499 worth of purchase. Aside from that, there will be Fresh products that will be half the price. This will start from November 15 to 21st, 2021 and will be available at all Watsons E-Commerce platforms and their over 800++ retail outlets nationwide! I've personally seen them, and I'm sure you'll love to get your hands on these products from FRESH Philippines!

Get ready to fill up your baskets and check out!

The Sweetest Thing with Diabetes

Life has changed dramatically when I learned I had diabetes. My family has a long history of having it so I kinda knew it was just going to be a few more years before I would have it. I've seen my family members have tough battles with it. I do know most of them carry around shots of insulin so they could live like a normal joe. If you're in our shoes, it's hard to go out and have fun with family and friends because lack of it would pretty much make you experience fatigue, you would rather just lay around all day in bed than interact with your cute nieces and nephews. Aside from that, you can't travel much because you would often feel the need to urinate even if you don't need to and sometimes, get even more sick internally because you didn't manage your diabetes properly.

Yes, I'm so glad I'm managing mine quite well with the guidance of my endocrinologist who's also busy spreading her expertise here and around the globe. I make sure to watch what I eat (although that burger last night was not counted). I also think of it in a certain way – that if you take in a lot of sugar and it gets into your blood, it will eventually cause problems in different parts of your body. Obviously, it will pass through your heart, kidneys, eyes and your brain. When it damages parts of it, it could cause organ failure which would not be a good thing. I also take time to explain to my younger cousins, my nephews and nieces that this too could happen to them. These days, if I need to eat out or order food, I take time to look at the ingredients closely. I’m also so conscious about the nutrition labels on food when I go and get groceries to replenish our pantry. I also drank a lot of sodas in the past, but now if it’s not 4g or below per serving, I would think twice or just revert to my iced water if I get cravings. I also often drink carbonated water so I get the fizz of regular drinks I get but without the sugar and added ingredients that are bad for me.

The key is in moderation, to regularly see the doctor so they can tell you if your laboratory results are improving. Also, there have been tons of strides made in the development of insulin (second generation) which can have longer durations of action, and insulins that can address a variety of conditions and different types of patients. These products are also available for delivery, which is very convenient during the pandemic. Watsons (also Watsons Delivery that does insulin delivery). In the past, it would have been difficult to acquire it but we’ve seen the importance of insulin to be administered in a timely manner or else, it wouldn’t stabilize glucose levels in the bloodstream and cause hypoglycemia.

I realized how important it is for people to have access to medicine so we could live our lives as normal as possible. Even if we’re in this condition, we have the capability and become the best versions of ourselves out there. As you can see, it takes a whole town to manage what I have and I’m glad people are helping. From family members, to friends who refer you to the best doctors, to the company that produces the insulin and took the extra mile to get it to this patient who only wants to be as normal as possible. They’re in the best position to help, and they’re doing it. I’m just thankful to see they care about me, and my health. It is the sweetest, and for that, I’m grateful!  

For more information on second-generation insulin and diabetes management, you can watch the webisode series for lifestyle diseases, Health Speak, in this link https://www.instagram.com/p/CPaQ6nAhVpT/

Watsons Card Gives You More

It’s been a good week, after a few countries, I got to relax in Manila and got treated to a movie premiere of Captain Marvel courtesy of our friends from Watsons. You see, this is my go to place for medicine because most of my maintenance stuff cost a lot less here than the other drug stores. I also get my grooming supplies from this place because they’re well organized, have fresh stock, and very easy to lineup and pay. You see, these small things make a difference on how customers feel when you’re inside a store. I take that matter seriously and if I want things to be in one place, they do that as well. Now apart from giving you convenience, they’re giving you perks as well with the new Watsons Card.

Vicki Encarnacion, Director for Customer Affairs for Watsons says “I am here because I give what our customers want. Like you, who want to watch Captain Marvel, we will treat some of our customers to watch it to. We make it happen in all our stores by going the extra mile in all transactions. If you want it online, you may go to Watsons.com.ph even your maintenance medicine. It is packed with so many benefits, happening nationwide plus three locations and is exclusive only for members.”

The new Watsons Card will make you get more, you earn points 5x on your birthday, double on some items. Lifetime Membership too so no renewals needed!

I am sure, members will get more with Watsons! I did because they gave me a 5,000 worth voucher with it. You’ll get that too if you apply for one now!

Watsons Gives to Operation Smile

Worldwide brand Watsons has been our go to place for medicine, hair care, grooming, even groceries. They have been in the country for some time now and it's good to know they are doing more than business in the PHILIPPINES.

You see, there are thousands of kids who suffer from congenital abnormalities or cleft palate conditions, and some of them do not survive because of it. Operation Smile has been in the Philippines doing charity work and surgery for Filipino children, not only to make them better, but for them to live normal lives just like you and me. 

Watsons sees this as an opportunity to help Filipino children and so with any of your purchases from now until November 21, a portion of this will go and fund surgeries for them specifically for communities in Dumaguete, Iloilo and Tacloban. All these just by doing good, feeling great. Also, you may use your Watsons Card and SM Advantage Cards to donate points for the same cause. Imagine the lives you will change just by doing this from November 22 to December 26. 

Now you can help these children too, go make yourself useful on these dates.

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Watsons Wish You A Merry Christmas

It's Christmas season once again and if you haven't seen it yet, our lovely friends from Watson's has got some holiday cheers to spread so they got this video published on their Facebook page just recently.

Their wish for you this year is simple, a great Christmas and a Healthy New Year as accorded by the video. You know how much they have helped tons of Filipinos just by being there, giving us choices when we need it, when the cost of medicine is sky high on some other stores, then they have it at a lesser price, some even on their Watsons Generics line that I use until now.

Watsons also accept SM Gift cards and GC's so it is convenient for me even if I don't have that much cash with me. The other day, they even gave me 50 pesos off on vouchers issued just at their Mother Ignacia branch, so that saved me a lot!

Just like these folks on the video, you will experience Watsons either in SM branches or stand alone shops near you. If you want to know more about their Christmas campaign, make sure you like their Facebook page and social media channels because it's all there!

Watsons Make Time For Me Time

I'm sure you're busy, doing things for other people, for work, and probably not think of yourself. It's probably the reason why Watsons wants you to have #MeTime so you take care of the most valuable person in your life, YOU.

In one booth, I was asked about my lifestyle and they recommended supplements that would be good for me which they find out just by asking a few questions. They said I needed Vitamin B1 and B complex, then on another booth, they suggested whitening products for my skin which I've been doing in the past few months already LOL.

Ladies got nail care with hypoallergenic products that is safe for the skin, all from Watsons, which you too can locally get.

Makers of OLAY had us test their online skin checker that gives skin age and mine was 27, not bad I guess but I always consider myself 24 LOL. I don't do anything at night to take care of my skin so they suggested their night miracle cream which sees results in 7 days, I have yet to test that.

I only use their cleansers, which I find light as I use mostly those which are hydrating and water based.

Shamcey Supsup, GMA Stars Ayra Mariano, Marika Sasaki, the Enciso twins also joined the event and shared hair care, skin tips with me. All in all, people from media and bloggers enjoyed the afternoon with freebies from partner brands. 

Now you too can head on to Watsons and get your #MeTime products that is not only good but very affordable.

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