School is out, so now the kids can get some time off from all their usual routines, right? Unfortunately, the more kids are free to play and relax over the break, the harder it is for parents to keep their kids’ health on track. It’s key for families to be in “Todo Tatag” shape to enjoy a worry-free summer, and it all starts in the gut.
While there are many ways that lead to a healthy body, 70% of the body’s immunity comes from the gut. In fact, scientific studies often refer to the gut as the body’s “second brain” as it uses the same chemical signals that alert the brain when something is wrong.
“Our gut is home to trillions of bacteria and microbes that not just digest food and absorb nutrients, but also are in direct contact with nerve and immune cells, greatly influencing one’s mood, behavior, and of course, overall health,” said J Ann Mirasol from the makers of Erceflor Kiddie.
To make it easy for parents to protect their kids’ gut health, Erceflora Kiddie recently mounted the Todo Tatag Playground that taught three key concepts in strengthening one’s immunity:
A healthy gut helps absorb the most nutrients
The food we eat greatly affects the diversity of bacteria in the gut, so it’s important to eat the right kinds of food to boost immunity. To help maximize what we get from our food, probiotics, like Erceflora Kiddie, help our gut’s digestion by converting the nutrients from our food into simpler forms that are easier to digest. This allows our bodies to better absorb the necessary proteins, vitamins, and nutrients needed to improve our gut health.
A healthy gut helps protect the body from bad bacteria
Not all bacteria are bad bacteria, but bad bacteria cause many disorders in the body. This commonly comes in the form of belly aches and diarrhea, so it’s important to have a good balance of good and bad bacteria in the gut. An easy way to bring balance to the gut is through the active component of Erceflora Kiddie, bacillus clausii. This good bacteria multiplies when it reaches the gut which inhibits and replaces the bad bacteria in it, allowing your body to recover from the cause of the gut disorder.
A healthy gut improves the overall health of the body
Our body is constantly exposed to possible causes of sickness and disorders, and building strong immunity can be a challenge. Handwashing is now known as the body’s first line of defense by lowering the risk of germs entering the body through our hands, but so many other things can affect our intestinal well-being – travel, stress, and even other medications. To protect the gut from these factors, probiotics enhance the immune system by replenishing any good bacteria that your body might have lost. The replenished good bacteria then supports the integrity of the wall of our gut preventing the spread of toxins throughout the body.
According to Mirasol, “When it comes to health, gut health isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind for most parents. However, with the gut playing a large role in the whole body’s immune system, it is key to make sure that kids stay on track with their health no matter what season it is.”
Protecting kids’ gut health may seem like a big task but Erceflora Kiddie is here to help parents on their journey to building a healthy household. Erceflora Kiddie is a probiotic drink that helps balance the gut by allowing it to better absorb nutrients while resisting harmful bacteria which helps prevent kids from getting an upset stomach. Since Erceflora Kiddie is tasteless and odorless, it’s easy for kids to take it on its own or mix it with any kind of food or drink without much fuss.
This season, parents can also help more families and more children live a healthier life. When you buy Erceflora Kiddie, a portion of the sale will support Batang Matatag—a movement initiated by Save the Children Philippines and Erceflora Kiddie to improve the overall health and nutrition of children in school.
As we dive into the summer season, Johnson’s Baby launches its biggest kiddie online search for kid influencers with soft, smooth, and shiny hair! Dubbed as the #JohnsonsBidaBest squad search, the brand is on the look-out for the next big kid influencer squad who can showcase how they are fun, energetic, and active because of Johnson’s Shampoo.
Led by the iconic hair idol of the 90’s, and now mommy celebrity Jolina Magdangal-Escueta, the #JohnsonsBidaBest squad search launched with an animated and fun TikTok challenge that moms and their kids can join by showcasing their dance moves, while flaunting their healthy and shiny hair.
“I’ve been in the industry for a long time, and one of the things people remember about me are my fun and unique hairstyles. I was only able to do all those throughout the years because I took great care of my hair from the beginning. This is something that I want my kids and fellow momshies to know, which is why I use Johnson’s Shampoo for my kids! Their favorite being the Shiny Drops variant. Makes their hair feel extra cared for!” said Jolina Magdangal-Escueta.
For the #JohnsonsBidaBest squad search, moms and kids will have to go through different online challenges that will allow them to show their creativity, energy, and of course, their kids’ soft, smooth, and shiny hair. The TikTok challenge encourages moms and their kids to dance to the Johnson’s Shampoo’s newest jingle performed by our brand ambassador Jolina Magdangal-Escueta herself. Moms together with their kids can also get to try the animated branded filter as their background, as they dance to the beat of Johnson’s Shampoo’s newest jingle—a fun way in teaching our moms the importance of using age-appropriate shampoo for their kids to achieve soft, smooth, and shiny hair.
#JohnsonsBidaBest Challenge Accepted ❤️💜 @johnsonsbabyph Gwyn’s secret for thick, shiny, and silky hair is that she’s using Johnson’s Active Kids Shiny Drops Shampoo. Join here too Mommies #JohnsonsBidaBestChallenge @momofcmandcm @axle.and.akira @laranangfam
The search does not stop there, apart from the TikTok challenge, Johnson’s Baby will also host more online games on different social media platforms that will ultimately help the brand identify our top 4 kid influencers.
The winners of the #JohnsonsBidaBest squad search will receive a 1-year contract with Johnson’s Baby (inclusive of Magandang Buhay guesting and vlog guesting with Jolina Magdangal-Escueta!), a 1-year supply of Johnson’s Shampoo’s product range, 25,000 pesos in cash, and will be the newest addition to our growing Johnson’s Baby family. They will be the main faces and advocates for Johnson’s Shampoo; raising awareness on age-appropriate haircare for kids given that their hair is more delicate than adult hair.
According to research conducted by Johnson & Johnson Consumer Health Philippines, kids’ hair is known to be two times thinner than adult hair; making it harmful for kids to use adult shampoo because of its strong chemicals.
With this, it has become the mission of Johnson’s Baby to ensure that kids get the strong, healthy hair that they deserve through proper haircare products as shown in their product range: Shiny Drops with Argan Oil and Silk proteins for soft, smooth, and shiny hair, Clean & Fresh with active fresh technology for 12-hour freshness, Strong & Healthy with 8 conditioners and Vitamin E for stronger hair and less breakage, and Soft & Smooth shampoo with honey and wheat extracts for smooth, less frizzy hair.
“Kids are known to be pure and gentle, which is why the products that they use should be the same. With our ongoing #JohnsonsBidaBest Squad Search, we want to educate moms and make them realize that their growing kids’ delicate hair should be equipped with a product that is gentle to the eyes, hair, and scalp; making their hair stronger, healthier, and prettier with Johnson’s Shampoo and its gentle formula specifically designed for kids’ hair,” said marketing manager Kat Suarez.
To all the moms out there, what are you waiting for? Join the #JohnsonsBidaBest Squad search and check out our official hashtag page on TikTok #JohnsonsBidaBest to learn more about the mechanics!
For more information about the search, visit the social media pages of Johnson’s Baby and keep yourself posted by following them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JohnsonsBabyPhilippines and @johnsonsbabyph on Instagram and TikTok.
You can also visit social media pages of our brand ambassador Jolina Magdangal-Escueta at @mariajolina_ig on Instagram, and Jolina Magdangal on Facebook for more updates on the #JohnsonsBidaBest Squad Search!
Johnson’s Shampoo product range is available in leading supermarkets and drugstores, as well as on official Johnson & Johnson stores on Lazada and Shopee.
Women of today have shown how formidable and tenacious they are by breaking through multiple glass ceilings at work, at home, and in society all in the name of gender equity. This relentless path to gender equity has been paved by women who wholeheartedly embrace their individuality day in and day out, and who constantly strive to become their best selves.
A lot of care and consideration is needed when trying to become your best self. Since women have varying definitions of what that ‘best self’ looks like, it is important to note that the only way to fully achieve any of those definitions is by choosing to take proper care of yourself every day.
Portrait of young fitness woman stretching her arms, warm-up before training session, sport event in park, jogging and excercising.
As women, one of the best ways to practice self-care is through good feminine hygiene. Your intimate region or your “femzone” not only requires attention, it also requires delicate and essential care in order to keep your overall health in tip-top shape — because when you win in health, you win at life.
Here are five things you need to know about feminine hygiene:
1. Confidence is key
Being able to embrace one’s uniqueness comes down to one crucial factor: confidence. To build that confidence up, you must practice taking care of your body and health regularly because when you look and feel good, you become more confident in yourself and more appreciative of your individuality.
This is one of the reasons why organizations from all over the country are making consistent efforts to aid women in becoming more confident in their own skin, by creating brands and products that make them feel good both inside and out.
2. A clean femzone is a happy femzone
While the femzone is known for its self-cleaning abilities, it wouldn’t hurt to give it the occasional wash from time to time. The best way to keep your femzone happy and clean is to use feminine washes that are formulated to be gentle and maintain your femzone’s balance.
Considering that the femzone requires distinct care from the rest of the body, long-trusted products like Lactacyd Feminine Wash is a perfect fit as it has a long-standing history of helping women as early as 1947 in protecting and cleansing the femzone.
3. Get deep and learn what your femzone needs
Before starting and creating any routine with your femzone, remember that every femzone is unique. Methods that might work for others might not work for you. Make sure you get deep and learn your femzone’s specific needs, by testing products and routines to know what kind of care works best for your femzone.
Luckily for women everywhere, there are products that offer a full range of options for every kind of care that your femzone might need. Whether the need might be having it moisturized or revitalized, naturally and safely whiten, having long-lasting coolness and freshness or keeping irritation and odor away, there is a feminine wash fit for you.
4. Get your femzone checked
While home remedies work for the common cold, it will not do when trying to resolve an issue with your femzone, like menstrual cramps or dysmenorrhea.
For matters as sensitive as this, the simple hot compress will no longer do. Fortunately for women everywhere, over-the-counter medications exist to target this very unique experience. Medications like Hyoscine N-butylbromide + Paracetamol (Buscopan Venus) provide the dual action formula that targets the source of menstrual cramps and simultaneously provides relief versus usual analgesics that just mask the pain.
But, while this medication exists, make sure to accompany this with regular doctor visits to always be updated on the condition of your femzone.
5. Find your purpose and live it out
In owning all the ways you can take proper care of yourself, you learn to appreciate your unique perspective, skills, and experiences even more. Use that appreciation to identify your life’s purpose and decide to live it out every day.
Make the intention to positively impact groups as small as your circle of friends or crowds as big as communities around you, and influence others to do the same. After all, every woman is a woman of impact and influence in their own way.
Bodies grow and change with age. Your femzone is a part of your body that faces health challenges at various points of your life, which is why brands like Lactacyd and Buscopan Venus exist; they recognize that caring for one’s femzone is a continuous process and keeping it healthy is an important part of your overall health.
“We know that taking care of the femzone is not easy, but it is necessary. We wanted women to know that we understand their struggle and we want to make caring for their femzone a little bit easier,” said Ysabel Banson, Group Brand Lead for Sanofi Consumer Healthcare.
Earth Week, which takes place every 3rd Week of April every year, is a chance to raise more awareness on issues that have an impact on the planet. This year, Earth Week is a way to call for urgent help to address climate change, which has affected everything from our supply of water to the quality of marine life. This week is also a time to celebrate the individuals, organizations, and businesses aiming to make a difference for the planet and the people by being sustainability advocates.
Leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons remains committed to offering sustainably sourced ingredients plus ocean-safe ingredients and reused, recyclable, or refillable packaging for its products at over 1,000 stores nationwide and all its e-commerce platforms.
As a retailer, Watsons advocates for responsible consumption by encouraging customers to use less plastic and carry their own shopping bags, reuse and refill their favorite personal care products at Watsons’ Refill Stations for Natural by Watsons, and go for Sustainable Choices products. These products contain no harmful ingredients (Clean Beauty), are made from responsibly sourced palm oil and FSC-certified paper, use better packaging materials, and support refilling through refill packs.
Through its sustainability efforts, Watsons hopes to educate customers about the impact of plastic on the environment and provide more sustainable choices to customers by promoting refills and products with eco-friendly packaging in stores. Watsons’ collaboration with Plastic Bank has helped reduce the amount of plastic that goes into the ocean and also provided a means of livelihood for people in disadvantaged communities. By purchasing Sustainable Choices products, you help prevent 2.5 million plastic bottles from entering the ocean!
Watsons, in partnership with SM Cares, the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, also gave their customers access to exclusive discounts in exchange for their empty packaging of health and beauty products through SM’s Trash to Cash recycling market.
Do Good for the Planet and score good deals on your favorite sustainable health, wellness, and beauty products as Watsons holds the Earth Week Sale from April 18-25 as part of its efforts for the community and the planet. Go green with sustainable choices that are up to 50% off plus earn 2x points if you’re a Watsons club member!
At Watsons, health, wellness, beauty, and sustainability go hand in hand because doing good and taking care of yourself can make you feel beautiful and confident.
Female entrepreneurs are changing the game in numerous fields. Indeed, a quick scan of nascent businesses, particularly in the fields of beauty, health, and wellness, will show you that the majority of businesses that came about over the past decade were built up and continue to be operated by women.
As we are currently commemorating International Women’s Month, we are casting the spotlight on a woman whose business is focused on marketing communications since 2014 and recently, on delivering better health to Filipinos through innovative technologies. Her story is one we hope will inspire others to start on their own paths to success.
Meet Katherine “I didn’t plan on being an entrepreneur,” i3 Inc.’s CEO and chief innovator Katherine Alejar admits somewhat ruefully. “My dream was to climb up the corporate ladder. However, I couldn’t find a job that would be able to pay my asking salary; so, I decided to start my own business.”
Not joining the corporate rat race certainly changed things for Alejar. Her company has expanded its scope of services, not only as a marketing communications agency in-charge of Visa’s point of sale marketing requirements since 2014. In 2019, i3 Inc. introduced and popularized the Vital Dome, France’s contribution to the growing number of wellness solutions available worldwide, in the Philippines. The company is also building new products and innovative ways for people to stay healthy and beautiful, inside and out.
But the road that eventually led to where she is today was not an easy one for Alejar. An alumna of De La Salle University, she majored in the humanities and the first steps in her career path led her to advertising and marketing.
An Unlikely Beginning “I worked for well-known media outfits [in the early years of my career,]” Alejar recalls. “But the most memorable one for me was MTV as it was where I got my first exposure to the international market. I also worked as a consultant for a creative agency, then I joined a subsidiary of a major telco company as its mobile advertising head.”
Alejar’s work opened her eyes to a number of things about women as members of the workforce, trendsetters, and individuals. The way many eschewed health and wellness to invest their earnings in luxury goods, in particular, was something she found disturbing.
“Health issues are one of the most common problems I’ve seen with my peers,” she says. “A lot of women tend to neglect these; and, instead, I see them buying these luxurious items. They are not paying attention to their health – and that’s going to be a problem sooner or later.”
Bringing In the Gift of Good Health Herself a self-proclaimed fitness and wellness buff, Alejar’s wellness journey started at a young age. Then, she sought out solutions that would improve her appearance and keep her body toned and strong.
But external beauty fades if one doesn’t take care of their internal health, so she began to seek solutions that would help boost one’s energy in a healthy and non-toxic manner and thus improve one’s productivity and vitality. That is where the Vital Dome comes in.
“It’s not just a machine for beauty and, in the post-pandemic scenario, it’s timely because this is exactly what we need,” Alejar says. “After living under the specter of COVID-19, we need to think of ways to live healthier lives. The Vital Dome is one such way.”
Indeed, the FIRs (far infrared rays) generated by the carbon panels within the Vital Dome help reduce internal inflammation – a necessary factor for managing chronic pain, mitigating the impact of aging on one’s joints and muscles, and rehabilitating those recovering from injuries or the wear and tear of repetitive movement.
Its benefits extend towards healthy weight management, body shaping, and even dermatology as FIRs kick-start the regenerative process at the skin’s cellular level, leading to a fresher, more elastic, and younger appearance.
“It’s the best gift you can give to yourself and your loved ones,” Alejar says of the Vital Dome. “You can relax in it after a hard day, and it’s very useful for detox. That’s important as we are exposed to oxidative stress every fifteen minutes that may cause numerous diseases. The Vital Dome helps flush these out from our systems, making us healthier.”
The Vital Dome is currently available at the Aivee Clinic, the Avignon Clinic, The Farm at San Benito, Peak Form, at the Well-Balanced Chiropractic Wellness Center and in Mindanao, at the CDO Pearl Body Touch Facial Center.
Coping with a crisis “When the pandemic hit, inquiries for the Vital Dome went down to absolute zero,” she recalls. “No one would dare to go out to experience its benefits. Plus, all my clients decided to drastically cut back on their budget, citing that to continue to do conventional marketing during a pandemic was highly insensitive.”
But where some saw a setback, Alejar took the restrictions of the pandemic as a challenge and a way to – temporarily – switch up her tactics to stay afloat.
She decided to start selling testing kits and also partnered with a doctor and a team of nurses to perform on-site tests. Likewise, she found temporary occupations for her own team of drivers in food delivery to help them support their families.
Alejar also became active in an international business organization (BNI) which made her more creative in doing business, honed her leadership skills and allowed her to break international barriers via zoom by networking with business owners all over world.
She likewise began offering partnerships with clinics and wellness centers to retain brand visibility, something that allowed her to continue ordering from her principal in France and retain her position as the device’s exclusive distributor.
She introduced Bring Home a Dome campaign that would allow clients to install Vital Dome in their homes so that they could share its benefits with family and friends.
Beyond the Dome While i3 Inc. is the exclusive Philippine distributor of the Vital Dome, it is not the only wellness solution it offers.
Alejar recently introduced Oligocheck, a non-invasive diagnostic device that does real-time analysis if one has been exposed to heavy metals and other environmental contaminants that are detrimental to one’s health. Likewise, the device uses algorithms to check for any deficiencies or systemic excesses in terms of minerals and trace elements, as well as any adverse aspects in one’s physiology. As a diagnostic device for medical professionals, it delivers valuable information regarding the causes of aging and chronic illness.
i3 is also the exclusive distributor of Rejucream, a solution that women in their perimenopausal and menopausal years will gladly welcome as it relieves discomfort in the female intimate areas by relieving vaginal atrophy – a key source of stress and physical pain for women in their 40s and 50s.
The Oligocheck is available at The Farm at San Benito and JLopez Medical Clinic. Rejucream, on the other hand, may be purchased sans prescription at the Vital Dome website, as well as the partner gynecological and dermatological clinics of i3, Inc.
She will soon launch new health and beauty products to the Philippine market.
Some Sage Advice This intrepid entrepreneur is setting her sights overseas, bringing the gift of health and wellness to those who need it the most. In fact, i3 Inc. is also now the exclusive distributor of Vital Dome in Singapore, Maldives and South Korea.
” My vision is to have satellite offices in other countries and cutting-edge products and solutions in the beauty and wellness industry. I also hope to be able to help others by generating valuable employment,” is Alejar’s reply when asked where she sees herself in the coming years. “I also want to strengthen the marketing communications business side of i3 Inc.”
As for those thinking of going into business for themselves, Alejar says that they should go for it, especially now that the gender barriers that have kept women on the sidelines of progress have begun to disappear. But, of course, one has to be ready – physically and mentally – before taking on the task of setting up shop.
“I would recommend that you read a lot and attend workshops, seminars and trainings so you know what’s going on in the world, especially the field you’re venturing into,” she suggests. (Alejar recently attended IMCAS Paris, the world’s largest congress for dermatologists, plastic surgeons and aesthetic and derma suppliers. She and her team also visited Vital Dome’s headquarters in France to update their technical knowledge of the dome especially of the new model that will soon be introduced).
She adds that one also ought to have a sensible routine where prayer, meditation, exercise, a good night’s sleep, detoxification, and a good diet have a part to play.
To prepare one’s overall mindset, she recommends getting a good busines coach or mentor to set them on the right path, and to keep good company with those worthy of being emulated and listened to. Likewise, she also suggests staying humble and willing to share knowledge with others seeking their own paths to success.
As she puts it, “If I can help others or inspire them even in small ways, that would be good for me. I’ve had many challenges just like any aspiring business owner and helping them by sharing what I’ve learned is both rewarding and humbling. There are no limits to what you can do if you put your heart and mind into it – so, believe in yourself and what you can do.”
She may have taken home the crown a few years back but Pia Wurtzbach has proven that she is still our Queen looking sexier than ever as she joins again Century Tuna, the leading canned tuna brand in the Philippines, and returns as the brand’s ambassador.
Her secret? It’s surprisingly simple because Pia believes that healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated – and the key to her sexy fitness regimen is an active lifestyle and healthy eating with Century Tuna.
“Even years after her reign, Pia continues to be an inspiration to many and that is why we couldn’t be happier to have her back as part of the Century Tuna family to help us share to Filipinos that eating healthy can be easy and simple with Century Tuna,” said Century Pacific Food Inc. (CPFI) VP and GM for Tuna Division Carlo Endaya.
Pia on her secret to looking and feeling good
“Century Tuna has been a staple in my kitchen even before my first endorsement with the brand back in 2017, which is why I’m very excited to be part of the family again. What I love the most about Century Tuna is the many ways you can enjoy it – be it as a full meal or even just for a quick snack, you’re guaranteed a delicious and filling meal. Pair that with a good morning run and you’re sure to feel good and beautiful, with a healthy heart” shared Pia Wurtzbach.
Having a healthier 2023 is one of Pia’s biggest resolutions for the new year, especially with her much-awaited wedding happening soon!
Bring in the delicious, the healthy way
When it comes to healthy eating, the choice is easy for Pia – Century Tuna, a classic all-time healthy meat option that makes eating well a snap!
Century Tuna combines the best of both worlds – a healthy indulgence that’s easy to prepare and goes well with a variety of dishes. Tuna is a good source of protein and Omega 3 DHA, which comes with a host of health benefits like better heart health and lower blood pressure. Century Tuna is also low in cholesterol and has no preservatives.
And the best part – tuna is a versatile protein that’s super easy to mix and match. Tuna for brekkie? A scrambled egg with tuna and toast makes for a tasty start to your day.
Netflix and chilling and need a snack? Prep a healthy snack with Century Tuna spread on crackers or on bread.
Achieving healthy eating is now easy with Century Tuna! For more easy ways to eat healthy, check out these healthy tuna recipes at https://www.centurytuna.ph/recipes/ or visit /CenturyTuna on Facebook or @centurytunasuperbods on Instagram for more updates. #QueenPiaForCenturyTuna
Babyflo, a trusted brand under Philusa Corporation, strengthens its commitment to giving the best care for our daily hygiene needs while caring for the environment with the recent launch of its – new line of eco-friendly cotton buds.
Philusa has long been a key advocate for sustainability, with the primary vision of delivering greener alternatives for many of their iconic brands such as Babyflo and Cleene, where they have implemented biodegradable, recyclable, and other sustainable options for their products as well as campaigns calling for effective actions for the environment.
According to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), the Philippines is losing approximately 52,000 trees per day. Every year, 47,000 hectares of forest, an area roughly three times the size of Quezon City, is destroyed by logging, slash-and-burn farming, and land conversion. Recognizing the serious environmental issues the country is currently experiencing, Filipino consumers are becoming ‘reuse revolutionaries’, which means that they are more aware of the disastrous impacts of waste in our landfills and the environment. Hence, consumers are now keen on making a difference and ensuring that they are having a positive impact on the planet we live in.
One of the ways consumers can live a greener lifestyle is by looking at the products we use on a regular basis and switching to a more eco-friendly option. Babyflo is here to make living a sustainable lifestyle easier by giving us an earth friendly choice of cotton buds – Babyflo Gentle Buds Eco-friendly, the first Earth-minded cotton buds in the market made of 100% pure cotton tips, unbleached paper stems that come from responsibly managed forests, and biodegradable packaging so families can make their personal care routine greener.
Philusa Corporation President and General Manager, Neogin Evangelista, shares his key insights on Philusa’s long commitment to sustainability
“The journey toward our goal starts with a single step. Through this product, Babyflo aims to be every Filipino’s buddy towards an eco-friendlier lifestyle,” remarked Mr. Neogin Evangelista, Philusa Corporation President and General Manager. “Philusa being a homegrown Filipino brand, has always been at the forefront of taking small steps and sometimes even big leaps towards a greener Philippines.”
Babyflo Gentle Buds Eco-Friendly sources its paper from managed forests thereby ensuring that every tree that is used to make the product is replaced.
Philusa Brand Manager Jacqueline Pe introduces the first eco-minded cotton buds in the Philippines with Babyflo Gentle Buds Eco-Friendly
“One thing that prevents us from living a more sustainable lifestyle is the lack of eco-friendly options. Now that this product is out and available, we hope that it could encourage more people to choose a greener lifestyle and inspire them to be more mindful of their everyday choices,” said Jacquiline Pe, Brand Manager of Babyflo Cotton buds.
Makeup artist Chuchie Ledesma
Aside from personal hygiene, Babyflo Gentle Buds Eco-Friendly can be used for a variety of tasks, such as removal or application of cosmetic products, application of medicine on injuries / wounds, and removing smudged nail polish, to name a few. The unbleached paper stems are sturdy, and the 100% pure cotton tips are also durable, which makes them ideal for different uses.
Start your budding green lifestyle with Babyflo Gentle Buds Eco-friendly, now available in Mercury Drug, Robinsons, Puregold, Metro Gaisano, and other retail stores nationwide and online.
To learn more about Babyflo’s products and initiatives, visit store.philusa.com.ph or follow @BabyfloPH on Facebook and Instagram.
What does it truly mean to be a modern-day Pilipina? This International Women’s day, Avon shines the spotlight on the multifaceted Filipino women—celebrating their unique looks, experiences, stories, and achievements.
In their latest campaign, Avon wants to help society unlearn the limiting labels that Philippine culture has imposed on Filipino women to let them unleash their full potential.
Watch Athlete, Rasta Gutierrez, Artist, Soleil Ignacio, Transwoman Advocate, Coleen Abarrientos, Avon Representative, Jeanine Cruz, and Ms. Universe 2015, Pia Wurtzbach redefine the standards of what it means to be a Talagang Pilipina in the video below.
Join in the cause to create better futures for Filipinas with Avon. Every time you buy an Avon product, you are helping a female entrepreneur thrive, creating a better world for women. Visit avonshop.ph to know more about Avon’s causes.
One of our favorite sources for wellness and beauty essentials is having their biggest nationwide sale yet this March 15 to 19. We’re talking 5 whole days of exciting price drops when you shop online and in stores!
WatsonsClub members get first dibs on sale items when they shop on March 14 during the member-exclusive preview sale where they can get 10% off for a minimum spend of P1000. You can also shop via Watsons App and use the code, PREVIEW10 upon checkout to avail of this special promo.
To add more excitement to your shopping experience you can also expect exclusive BUY 1 TAKE 1 DEALS and get ready to save up to 50% on a complete range of wellness and beauty must-haves!
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Watsons Philippines is launching the “Dare To Be” campaign in the country to encourage young women to go beyond stereotypes and stand with other women to discover the best version of themselves.
This follows the success of the Asia-wide “The New Beautiful” campaign that inspired a heightened awareness of holistic beauty. Watsons continues to advance the cause of gender equality with its 90 million female Watsons Club members in the global community.
Watsons believes that everyone has the power to transcend their own limitations and break the stigma that society puts upon them. As a brand trusted by 90 million women in Asia, Eastern Europe and Middle East, Watsons’ “DARE TO BE” campaign can reach millions and inspire confidence in them.
In an interview survey of 11,000 women conducted by A.S. Watson, over 50% of women described themselves as “unconfident”. The “DARE TO BE” campaign seeks to change this by featuring women who are breaking down boundaries and leading the way for others.
“Women have the strength to be the best version of themselves and to transcend societal limitations,” said Malina Ngai, CEO of A.S Watson (Asia & Europe). “Watsons is committed to empowering women to find their faith in themselves. We know they can DARE TO BE bigger than any barrier, bolder than any bias, and stronger than their struggles.”
In line with the International Women’s Day theme, “Embrace Equity,” the campaign strives to support BRAVEHER, BOLDHER and STRONGHER Women in a cause of gender equality that embraces women from all walks of life.
Nurturing“BRAVEHER” Women in Healthcare
Watsons inspires women to be BRAVEHER with the “Women in Medicine” programme, a long term partnership with Operation Smile to train female to conduct surgery for children suffered from cleft lips and palates
During COVID-19, the bravery of frontline healthcare professionals inspired many to follow this meaningful career path.
Through the Watsons and Operation Smile partnership, Watsons has supported Operation Smile’s “Women in Medicine” initiative. Through this initiative, Operation Smile aims to provide educational pathways for women to be global leaders in health care. In support of this initiative, Watsons has sponsored all-women medical programs in low-and-middle income countries to help educate women on advanced medical practices; empower women to become leaders in global medicine; expand opportunities for women health care workers in different specialties; and elevate cleft surgery and comprehensive care.
Since the partnership’s inception, A.S. Watson Group has sponsored over 6,000 free corrective surgeries to Operation Smile through the Group’s Give a Smile signature global community programme.
Kathy Magee, Co-founder and President of Operation Smile says, “We appreciate the tremendous support from Watsons for the Women in Medicine Initiative to empower women to take on leadership roles in the medical field. Once we mentor these women and equip them with advanced surgical skills and specialty trainings, these women create new opportunities for the next generation of female leaders in health care.”
Empowering “BOLDHER” Women in their Community
Watsons inspires women to be BOLDHER and be the best version of themselves by breaking the stigma that society puts upon them
In the Philippines, Watsons partnered with the SM Group to support more young achievers in the community.
Through this partnership, both Watsons and SM Group aim to create activities that will inspire more achievers and women across all ages to pursue their dreams and their aspirations for the betterment of the community and their future in different fields.
Through the “Dare To Be” campaign, Watsons empowers women to discover the best version of themselves as they also live healthy and beautifully while achieving their goals and dreams.
Enabling a “STRONGHER” Generation of Women
Watsons empowers women to make the community STRONGHER
Throughout the month, Watsons will be actively engaging the community of Watsons shoppers through a series of events, workshops, and mentoring opportunities led by key women opinion leaders who have created their own success by defining it on their own terms.
In Malaysia, Watsons is inviting a fashion model with vitiligo (an appearance altering skin condition), a para-cyclist and a CEO from a women-focused charity to share their personal stories and health & beauty tips.
In Thailand, Watsons is promoting women empowerment through its “Green Ribbon” campaign to help more women to unleash their potential.
There are more programs in Asia which inspire confidence and empower women to look good, do good, and feel great about themselves. Interested parties can find out more at www.watsonsasia.com
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