Let's Say YES to Positive Beauty

It's kinda hard to understand that at this day and age, some companies are still not switching to sustainable packaging - which to me is as simple as a choice because there's a lot of options out there that are affordable, it's not always about costing. Aside from that, it boggles me how there's still Asian hate, racism, unbelievable standards in beauty. We are all beautiful, and Unilever Philippines is literally campaigning for "Positive Beauty" putting their words where their mouth is.

From hereon, Unilever Philippines is putting all their efforts in lowering their carbon footprint by starting with their products being packaged with less materials, more environmentally friendly way. Aside from that, they're holding a huge sale on popular shopping app SHOPEE at the Unilever Philippines official store. They're helping Shopee fund a non governmental organization called Mano Amano which caters educating and training individuals/entrepreneurs so they could change their lives by learning life skills. Proceeds of what you purchase from their store will go to this organization and help them get more people in the program. We also unboxed some items on video so go ahead and check out the video above. 

 

If you haven't downloaded the Shopee app, it's available at the Google Playstore and App Store. If you use POSITIVEBEAUTY on check out, you'll get additional 15% off your purchases. They're also selling some of it 70% off. Remember, it'll only be til the 19th so you've got a few days left! Go check out the flash deals too because some of the discounted products will also be listed there! You can help people just by purchasing :)

WOOLWORTHS Now in the Philippines

Having the healthy stuff and everyday treats has always been a battle in my grocery list and some of the best ones... I've had the opportunity to get courtesy of my cousins and friends who send it all the way from Australia. The largest grocery chain down under is WOOLWORTHS and they've grown significantly even more throughout the EU, South Africa and the United States. But now, we in the Philippines will get to enjoy the same products too as all the same things they have will be sold online and physical stores starting today.

This includes some of the top brands in Australia and their very own home grown ones which they've developed through the years. Now, the journey there (OZ) would probably cost a lot, but we're not gonna do that just to have their products. Special lanes and sections will now be available in branches of Shopwise, The Marketplace at Rustans and Robinsons Supermarket branches nationwide. It'll also be available online via the GoRobinsons App (which you can download on the App Store and Google Play) and existing delivery apps that cater to these grocery shops. 

Now those WOOLWORTHS products like pastas, fish and chicken spreads, grains, breakfast cereals, pancake shakers, wine and salad dressing are not just good, but really convenient. They're priced reasonably too, now think about the possibilities no? Oh and if you're in the mood to shop, they'll throw in a FREE foldable shopping basket for every 3K worth of products from WOOLWORTHS. Now go ahead and take your favorites from the shelves because they're here!

Don't say I didn't tell you huh! Can't wait to try Australia's best right here in the Philippines, see you at Woolies!. 

Send Help to PGH Today

I couldn't sleep last night as fire broke in the Philippine General Hospital in Manila. When the fire was put out, patients were out of the upper floors and some of the babies were temporarily sheltered in the hospital's chapel away from the smoke and debris that could put them in harms way. 

Ms Rina Navarro, the CEO of Unfiltered Skin Essentials and co-founders of I AM HOPE, an NGO, with Bea Alonzo and Ms. Vina Morales responded as they saw the pedia and new born sections have been greatly affected. They hurried onsite, brought diapers, milk, snacks, drinking water, juices and electric fans so they could help and sent it directly to PGH Pedia resident Dr. TJ Ablaza. Some of her friends are also chipping in and anonymously donating 20 more fans, 100 blankets, 50 more diapers and more boxes of potable water. 

If you would want to help, you can course it through I AM HOPE and their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/iamhopeph/ or through contact details here. The kids and patients of PGH need our help and they hope to see more people doing the same til they all get back on their feet and resume normal operations in the public hospital. Bless their hearts for doing this!

David Chua Shares Oppa Skin Care Routine

I've seen David Chua in ABSCBN shows like Love Thy Woman, My Binondo Girl and several other movies too. He's got real acting chops, whether he plays the good guy or anti hero, anybody would admit how he looks perfect on screen. Aside from being pleasing to the eyes, I've seen him on YouTube this morning via John Fedellaga's Omegle videos. In it, he's very funny, playful, charming and quite easy to talk to.

Now what do actors like him do to get their skin like that? How do they achieve and have it clear when they have to do scenes in the wee hours of the morning and experience the stressful constraints of work? David shares "I started working in show business when I was 15 and I've had my share of horrible skin conditions because of usual puberty and sleepless nights. My management got me to a skincare clinic where I started to realize how science could help me get my skin to look fresh and supple, and look good on camera."

He says "I've observed how Korean actors have good skin. They often have less oily viands, more veggies and grilled meats. They also drink lots of tea which are rich in anti oxidants. Their climate also is quite cold and not too hot and humid like in Manila, which I think is one of the reasons why they too look fresh every day."

 

He's thankful that he might have shared a lot of his Mom's genes (who's Eurasian) and shared "I often use mild soap after a work out and need to freshen up. I choose specifically those that are gentler on the skin. I also use cream based makeup removers since they often use heavy make up in shows and on movies." He added "After removing makeup, I wash it away with mild soap and use a light water based moisturizer because I often get breakouts when I use heavy lotions. I make sure I also a healthy regimen, diet and exercise as it is very important. I take in lots of greens, quinoa, steamed fish, bananas, avocados and water to keep myself hydrated. I swim, box, run quite often too and make it a part of my lifestyle."

These days, the lines of skin care routine are blurred as men take strides to have their own hygiene kits. David has seen lots of other guys who even have longer skin rituals compared to women, and not surprised how there is an increase in consumption of men's skincare products. He jokes "they just wouldn't admit that!". He believes being vain and serious about skincare should not be frowned upon and says "Everyone should respect individual choices. What's important is that you're happy with that guy when you look in the mirror every morning. how you look. Your body is your decision!"

That all makes sense to me. No wonder people often compare him to Gong Yoo and Lee Min Ho!