Category: Healthy & Beauty

One of the world’s best-selling Lipsticks just got an Ultra Upgrade

Avon, the number 1 makeup brand in the Philippines, just upgraded their best-selling lipstick to make it not just extra, but oh so Ultra!

The new Avon Ultra Lipstick collection, in 26 shades of Matte and Creamy finishes

Avon Lipsticks are solid beauty favorites, with one piece sold every second globally. The new collection comes in two fantastic finishes: Ultra Matte and Ultra Creamy, and is now available in 26 bold shades that can match every mood, occasion, or style.

Miss Universe 2015 and Avon Ambassador Pia Wurtzbach

Each Ultra lipstick is formulated with nourishing ingredients infused with an exclusive and luxurious blend of Avocado Oil, Sesame Oil, and Vitamin E to keep lips plump and moisturized while retaining an ultra-rich color payoff. With new bullet shape and precision tip, any kween can swipe with no mess and less drama. It comes with SPF 15 and a mocha crème aroma, making every swipe truly a royal experience.

Celebrity drag queens and The Kween’s Ball performers Brigiding and Viñas Deluxe

Don’t throw shade, kweens! Wear it loud and proud because the Avon Ultra Lipstick Collection brings #TheUltraEffect—a contagious confidence that spreads from one to another. From pageant types to drag, the Avon Ultra Lipstick Collection is made for every kind of kween.

Photographer Andrea Beldua and The Kween’s Ball host Jaz Reyes

Celebrity Hairstylist Renz Pangilinan and Content Creator Kayesha Chua

The new Ultra Collection was launched last November 17 at The Kween’s Ball: Experience #TheUltraEffect with Avon held at the Nokal at Makati Cinema Square.

Miss Universe 2015 and Avon Ambassador Pia Wurtzbach joins the ball

“Every time I put on the Avon Ultra collection, I feel like I have a crown over my head anywhere I go. The feeling is fantastic, and I honestly can’t help but share it with everyone else – that’s #TheUltraEffect!” says Ms. Universe 2015 and Avon Ambassador Pia Wurtzbach, who headlined the event and shared what she liked about the collection.

Pia’s return to Avon is a full-circle moment for the beauty queen, who started as a brochure model when she was 11 years old. “Who would’ve thought that some years later I’ll be back with Avon endorsing their makeup? Eleven-year-old me would be gagged for sure,” exclaims Pia.

Avon Philippines General Manager and Managing Director for Asia Pacific Razvan Diratian welcomes the crowd

General Manager for Avon Philippines and Managing Director for Avon Asia Pacific Razvan Diratian alsoshared during the event that the brand will always stand for every woman because every queen deserves to feel beautiful. “With Avon, you can be confident enough to be in the spotlight and share it with other queens.We want you to appreciate the queen that you are, celebrate each other, and inspire each other with your confidence.”

Follow Avon Philippines on Facebook and Instagram for more updates and shop the new Ultra Lipstick Collection and other favorite Avon products at www.avonshop.ph or contact your local Avon representative.

November 25, 2022
S-Acetyl Glutathione: Marian Rivera’s Trusted Gluta
Glutathione is well known to be an antioxidant that has additional anti-melanogenic properties. This just means that while it helps our body remain healthy and our immune system in tip-top shape, it also lightens the skin in the process.

But did you know that not all glutathione supplements in the market are one and the same? The most popular type of glutathione in the Philippines is L-glutathione. This type of glutathione still needs to be oxidized in the body for it to be fully absorbed. The second type is called S-Acetyl glutathione. According to clinical studies, it is three times more powerful than L-glutathione since it is accompanied by an acetyl bond. This avoids oxidation and makes the glutathione molecule pass through cells easily, enabling quicker absorption in the body.

Nuwhite is one of the glutathione brands in the Philippines that is formulated with S-Acetyl glutathione, making it more potent and more effective in lightening the skin. Additionally, it contains marine collagen, vitamin E, and sodium ascorbate to further help your skin remain elastic and even toned.

If you want a healthier kutis and embody that “Relax! Ako Lang ‘To!” mindset just like Marian Rivera, drink one Nuwhite capsule daily!

Nuwhite is available in Lazada, Shopee, Watsons, and through the Nuwhite website.

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November 22, 2022
Multi-Award Winning Brand Hello Glow Releases New Innovative Sunscreen!

It’s no secret that sunscreen is the single most imperative step in any skincare routine. Gone are the days when SPF protection is limited to beach trips and sun care. By now, it is common knowledge that sunscreen use is not only key to skin cancer prevention (which truly saves lives!), but is also the best go-to product for anti-aging!

UV protection has therefore become a bare minimum requirement in skincare. Korean-inspired skincare brand, Hello Glow, knows this by heart. Having been the first local brand to champion third-party laboratory test certifications in all its SPF claims, in line with its goal to educate the Philippine market about the importance of transparency in product labeling and understanding skincare ingredients.

This time, Hello Glow takes it up another notch, introducing a new multitasking sunscreen jampacked with myriad skincare benefits due to popular demand: the Hello Glow Ultralight ++ Matte Sunscreen SPF 30+ PA+++ in an economical 50g pouch!

Raved by top-tier dermatologists and skincare vloggers for its high-tech formulations and commitment to clean beauty, followers of Hello Glow may recognize its new release as the 10g day cream product part of the brand’s flagship skincare set, the Hello Glow Advanced Rejuvenating Set.

“We are a firm believer that the best sunscreen is one that you will be willing to use and reapply regularly every single day! We received so much feedback asking for a bigger size because our users simply loved the formula,” says Denice Sy-Munez, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at Ever Bilena Cosmetics, Inc. and the founder of Hello Glow.

According to Sy-Munez, beyond sun protection, their innovation team focused on creating a “comfortable and lightweight serum-like consistency” as well as incorporated active ingredients that are proven to be effective in addressing the major skin concerns of Filipinos.

“Most of our users are either seasoned skincare enthusiasts or recent converts from the ‘rejuv’ market,” shares Sy-Munez. Thus, the Hello Glow Ultralight ++ Matte Sunscreen utilizes an innovative blend of Centella Asiatica with 3 types of Ceramides to effectively calm and soothe skin, while simultaneously nourishing and repairing the skin barrier.

It also contains 4% Niacinamide, a popular multitasking skin-brightening agent that helps control oil production, blurs the appearance of pores, treats acne, and lightens dark spots. Sy-Munez states that “dermatological journals have shown that 4% Niacinamide is 80% as effective as 4% Hydroquinone in treating melasma, without the harmful and irreversible side effects!”

The sunscreen consists of an innovative and powerful brightening active ingredient Hexylrescorcinol for further antioxidant protection. Sy-Munez adds that the synergy of Niacinamide boosted with Hexylresorcinol can even out discoloration and reveal visible and superior anti-aging benefits. “It’s not as commonly used or known in the Philippines, but trust that it can do wonders for your complexion!”

To support its sun protection claims, the Hello Glow Ultralight ++ Matte Sunscreen has a BioNest certified DAISO UV Transmittance Analyzer SPF rating of SPF 43+ PA+++. The sunscreen can also be used as a primer before applying makeup, and as a nourishing daily barrier sealing moisturizer.

For those who prefer a watery-like sunscreen or a tinted moisturizer with SPF protection, Hello Glow offers two other multitasking sun care products respectively, the Hello Glow 3-in-1 Lightweight Sun Care Gel and Hello Glow Anti-Pollution Tinted Sunscreen with tone-adapt technology.

Hello Glow is available online at Shopee, Lazada, Tiktok, and Zalora, in physical stores like Watsons, The SM Store, Robinsons, SM Supermarkets, Alfamart, Puregold, Waltermart group, Gaisano group, among other leading retail outlets nationwide. Hello Glow can also be purchased through its resellers and Ever Bilena Direct Sales dealers.

November 18, 2022
Meet Your Most Beautiful Self with Dr. Sheena Angeles

With all the information available online, sometimes you feel that you are already an expert when it comes to skincare. But before you go further and (skin) deeper, ask yourself first – are you really sure about that product for your skin type? Is that product endorsed by an influencer really meant for your skin? Are you making the right choices when it comes to skincare or are you just unwittingly harming your skin?

If you don’t know the answers to these questions, why don’t you talk about skin with someone who is passionate about skin perfection. Dr. Sheena Joyce Bautista-Angeles, a certified Aesthetic Physician and CEO of Sheena’s Choice Skincare and Beauty, is a fast-rising beauty specialist who is now known for her personalized patient care and curated dermatological solutions.

Sheena’s Choice was born during the pandemic — with Dr. Sheena using social media to market her products as clinics were not allowed to open because of the lockdowns. “Even with the challenges of the pandemic, I still considered myself very lucky… my products were all sold out just days after launching online,” she said.

Her clients and patients welcomed her new products, which sparked a successful business startup. From products for skincare, weight loss, whitening, and oral healthcare, Sheena’s Choice helped women maintain their beauty and achieve younger-looking skin despite being in lockdown in their homes.

Dr. Sheena named her brand “Sheena’s Choice,” which was inspired by Ye Jin, a businesswoman whose brand (a curated clothing shop) is “Seri’s Choice” in the popular K-drama “Crash Landing on You.” Sheena’s Choice is somewhat similar to the fictional Seri’s Choice as Dr. Sheena also personally curates the skincare regimen or treatment for each patient.

Curated dermatological solutions such as having a skincare regimen allow the skin to look younger and healthy. There is no “one skincare product that fits all.” “We don’t sell something that we really haven’t tried, or we don’t believe in,” Dr. Sheena said. “Each skincare product is carefully chosen, tested, and curated.”

As the pandemic restrictions are easing up, people are once again looking into their skin as they’re going out. Even though skincare products are very popular now – from local to international brands – a lot of consumers don’t know how to properly use them. This is where Dr. Sheena comes in as her personalized skincare considers a clients’ needs, budget, and even personality.

As of the moment, Sheena’s Choice Skincare and Beauty offers home service, which was very appropriate during the pandemic. Dr. Sheena also invested in various machines, which were brought to the homes of the patients. She even caters to those living outside Metro Manila, allowing clients to receive beauty treatment without the hassle of traffic.

The best choice of anti-aging treatment

In partnership with Merz Aesthetics, one of the milestones of Sheena’s Choice Skincare and Beauty is this collaboration. “As the CEO and owner of Sheena’s Choice, Ultherapy is my choice for non-invasive face lifting and tightening,” says Dr. Sheena.

Ultherapy is a nonsurgical ultrasound technology used to kickstart collagen production and tighten skin. It is used to treat signs of aging such as skin sagging and wrinkles on the face, neck, and chest, as well as brow drooping. It is quite unique because it can harness ultrasound waves in terms of heating up portions of your facial skin and in doing so, tighten it without damaging the surface, making your face younger and more radiant over time.

“Ultherapy is the gold standard for non-invasive skin lifting and tightening,” said Dr. Stephen Claudio, the Medical Affairs Manager of Merz Aesthetics. “It’s the gold standard because it is recognized by aesthetics experts worldwide – to be the only one with real-time visualization and declared by aesthetic experts to be a separate device entity from other energy-based devices for skin lifting and tightening.”

A beautiful future ahead

The future is bright and clear for Dr. Sheena, as she shared her plans. “In the near future, we would like to open a clinic and expand, and develop and look into more products. We also aim to expand our reach so more people can benefit from beautiful, healthy skin. With beautiful skin, you can also boost your morale and mental wellbeing.”

For more information, visit www.sheenaschoiceofficial.myshopify.com, Facebook page: www.facebook.com/sheenaschoiceofc, Instagram: @sheenas_choice, or contact +63 912-4071178.

November 18, 2022
Be the Best Gift Giver Ever for the Holidays with Avon one-stop shop

With Christmas lists growing longer every year, it’s easier to just buy one generic item in bulk and hope that everyone likes the same thing.

But the most thoughtful gifts are often tailored for the receiver. Fortunately, there’s a shop that can help you pick specific gifts for each person you love! Avonshop.ph offers a wide selection of gifts that you can grab, wrap, and send to just about everyone, from the homebodies to the aesthetic kweens.

Know someone that smells their best wherever they go? Avon has Fragrance Giftsets for Him and for Her like Black Suede and Imari Seduction that reel in the senses. Each kit includes three products for daily use helping them exude confidence with every spray.

If your loved one likes to pamper themselves, the Planet Spa by Avon might just be the perfect gift! The Planet Spa Mediterranean Olive Oil Body Scrub and Body Moisturizer will help them exfoliate and unwind with ease. Add the Planet Spa Hand Cream and Body Balm for good measure and see them light up for the season.

If they’re skin-thusiasts who spend a lot of time on skincare, then the Anew Mini Kits will be a perfect addition to their routine! Give them the glow-up they deserve with the Radiant & Luminous Skin Regimen or the Plumper and Youthful Looking Skin Regimen—each complete with a travel-size Serum and Day and Night creams.

Got a homebody friend who loves turning their space into a sanctuary? Avon Home Scents can definitely add to their home’s tranquility and give a calming scent-sation all day. Choose the Aroma Diffuser with a beautiful color-changing design and soothing fragrance oils or indulge their senses with Reed Diffusers, which also come in a luxurious gift box that matches the equally luxurious scents.

Do they like expressing themselves through the art of makeup? Make this season more colorful for both of you and check out the Power Stay High Voltage Spark Liquid Lip with long-lasting glittery color payoff, perfect for this year’s Holiday parties. But if they want their eyes to do the talking, then the Avon Wonderland Eye Palette offers 9 rich and intense shades that blend seamlessly for an alluring look.

What’s a holiday look if not complete with the right accessories to go with it? With Avon, you can find a variety of jewelry, watches, and other accessories that can complete your loved one’s look in time for the holidays—like the Merrymood Wardrober Set that comes in a whimsical, ready-to-gift box that includes 1 necklace chain, 3 pendants, and 3 pairs of earrings!

Gifting is easy when you shop somewhere that has something for everyone. That is why you can be the Best Gift Giver Ever this season when you go to avonshop.ph and find new products with irresistible deals for 12 weeks, starting from October to December!

“Giving gifts to loved ones should always be thoughtful, personal, and meaningful because that’s what makes the holidays more memorable”, explains Avon Philippines Marketing Director Anna Garces. “With Avon, you can be the best gift giver by finding gorgeous gifts at amazing deals and irresistible prices, so you won’t have to eat up your holiday budget!”

Shop these gorgeous gifts and more at www.avonshop.ph or contact your friendly Avon representative to get personalized suggestions. Follow Avon Philippines on Facebook and Instagram for more updates.

November 17, 2022
The Biggest Watsons Nationwide Sale is Happening at 1000+ Stores and Online!

Savings don’t get bigger than this! Happening from November 17 to 20, 2022, Watsons, the biggest health and beauty retailer in Asia, is offering great deals on over 10,000 products. Deals that’ll make your purses and wallets go, “Wow!”

Get Up To 50% Off And Buy 1 Take 1 On Selected Items This Watsons Big Nationwide Sale

Deal Hunters will surely have a very happy shopping spree on skincare needs, personal care must-haves, cosmetic essentials, health-boosting vitamins and supplements, and more of their can’t-live-without-products available only at Watsons.

Best part is you can avail of these offers throughout Luzon, the Visayas, and Mindanao, thanks to Watsons’ 1,000+ stores nationwide.

Enjoys Lots of Buy 1 Take 1 And Up to 50% Off On Selected Items

You can even get in on the savings without leaving home or waiting in line. Just scroll, click, and add-to-cart to your heart’s content via the Watsons App. Whether you shop in-store or online, the savings keep coming.

Being a Watsons Club member means more of everything — more exclusives, savings, and experiences. To join, just download the Watsons App and discover faster and easier ways to shop via Click and Collect Express — which lets you pick up your orders in 30 minutes; or Express Delivery to get your items in 3 hours or less. Download the Watsons App now: https://bit.ly/DownloadtheWatsonsApp

So, to save big time on your health and beauty essentials, don’t miss Watsons Nationwide Sale from November 17 to 20, 2022.

DISCLAIMER: The discounts are valid for regular priced items only. Not valid for health products, milk, buy 1 take 1 items, senior citizen, PWD, and other discounts.

For more information, follow @watsonsph on Instagram, like /WatsonsPH on Facebook and follow @watsonsphilippines on TikTok.

November 9, 2022
Get up to 50% Off in Aveeno products this 11.11!

The weather is now transitioning welcoming the cooler ber months. With the cold breeze, it draws moisture away from the skin resulting in very dry, itchy skin. Thanks to the new improved formula of Aveeno Skin Relief with Triple Oat Complex, it soothes and protects skin in as fast as sixty seconds.

Don’t let very dry, itchy skin stop you as Aveeno has special promo deals this 11.11 – get as much as 50% OFF with your favorite Aveeno products! What are you waiting for? Check them out in Lazada and Shopee on November 11, 2022!

To get to know more about Aveeno promos, follow Aveeno on their social media pages @aveenoph.

November 9, 2022
Discover #GlassSkinMadeSimple with Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

There’s nothing like snapping a photo with friends and zooming in to see healthy plump skin. Now you can get the skin you’ve always dreamed of with Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel. Its triple-charged formula of hyaluronic acid, amino acid, and electrolytes hydrates deep within for youthful glass skin.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel 50g + FREE Hydro Boost Water Gel 15g x2
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Serum 30ml + FREE Hydro Boost Water Gel 15g x2
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Cleanser Water Gel 145ml + FREE Hydro Boost Water Gel 15g
Buy 2 Take 1 Hydro Boost Water Gel 15g

Get picture perfect youthful glass skin this 11.11! Purchase any Neutrogena product and get free Hydro Boost Water Gel and grab up to 50% off with every purchase of Neutrogena Duos. Shop from November 11 to 13, 2022 in Lazada and Shopee to avail major discounts and bundles!

To get to know more about Neutrogena promos, follow Neutrogena on their social media pages @neutrogenaph.

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November 8, 2022
Never Too Late to Join the Glow Up Game with iWhite Korea Acne+

Blemish-free skin, clear skin, baby skin— call it whatever you like, good skin is always something to be desired. While not everyone is blessed with good genetics, patience and consistency with your skin care can bring a lot of wonders in the long run.

For those new to the world of skin care, and even for the seasoned ones, putting together a routine that fits your needs can be quite intimidating and challenging with so many things to consider, so many ingredients to know about, and so many brands to try. But it’s important to remember that each skin is different. Whether you choose to try the 10-step Korean method or go minimalist with just 3-steps, it’s important to pin down the basics, then explore. From there, go for whatever works for you.

START WITH A CLEAN BASE: CLEANSE

There’s a reason cleansing comes first– it rids your skin of the day’s gunk, oil, and other unwanted debris to prepare your skin for the good stuff. iWhite Korea’ Acne+ Facial Wash helps fight against acne and blackheads by detoxifying the pores and clearing impurities. This is done with the help of wonder ingredients Tea Tree Extract known for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, and Salicylic Acid that helps regulate sebum production and skin renewal. But a facial wash just doesn’t clean, it should also be gentle enough not to strip the skin and this product does just that. If you’re looking for a good cleanser that helps protect your skin barrier and retains moisture, this is the one for you.

PREP AND PRIME: ACNE+ TONER ESSENCE

Now that your skin is squeaky clean, it’s time to tone. Think of this step as a boost to help your skin absorb all of the good ingredients for maximum effect. And what’s great is that iWhite Korea’s Acne+ Toner Essence is both a toner and an essence, giving your toning step an extra boost. Toners are used to balance skin pH, while essences give your skin more hydration, hitting two birds with one stone.

The Acne+ Toner Essence is formulated with Centella Asiatica (Real CICA) extracts, Tea Tree Leaf water, and is enhanced through Memory Gel Technology that helps repair your troubled skin, and control oil/sebum build-up.Staying true to Korean skincare’s priority on hydration, this product is also alcohol-free. Keep in mind that some toners contain alcohol and can potentially strip your natural oils, leading to dryness and irritation.iWhite Korea makes the product choice easy for you.

LOCKED AND LOADED: ACNE + AQUA MOISTURIZER

Moisturizers are probably one of the most important basic products in skin care. They are meant to hydrate and lock in the nutrients from your previous products. You might think that all moisturizers are the same, but some work better for certain skin types much like any

other product. To help your skin hydrate, iWhite Korea’s Acne+ Aqua Moisturizer is light on the skin thanks to its water-based formula, and can be used both in the morning and at night. Packed with Centella Asiatica extract, Aloe Vera, and Cabbage Leaf extract, this product will help smoothen, nourish and strengthen your skin for that bouncy and dewy feel.

INGREDIENTS MATTER

When it comes to skincare, always choose the products that complement your skin, with formulas and ingredients backed by science. It pays to read the label since many beauty products contain preservatives or chemicals that could irritate or dry out your skin. If you have sensitive skin, make sure to do a patch test– place a pea-sized amount of product behind your ear or along your jawline, and wait a day or two to make sure that you will not react before applying it to your whole face.

It’s important to remember that achieving flawless, smooth, and glowing skin is a combination of taking care of it from inside and out. Rest your body, get good sleep every night, manage your stress, and eat healthily.

Most importantly, as iWhite Korea would always say, remember to take care of yourself first– – I, First.

For more information, visit iwhitekorea.com.ph or iWhite Korea’s official Facebook page and Instagram page. Available in all major supermarkets, grocery stores, convenience stores, department stores, drugstores, and pharmacies nationwide. Also, just a click away to checkout via the Official Website, Shopee, Lazada, Watsons Online, and Beautymnl

November 4, 2022
mWell sets new standards in digital health apps with the Philippines’ first fully integrated platform

In an event dubbed as PH1 hosted by no less than beauty queen, TV personality and youth advocate Catriona Gray, mWell celebrated the many firsts in a little over a year of its pilot launch and announced other pioneering efforts that help redefine not only telemedicine but the entire healthcare landscape.

Beauty queen, TV personality and youth advocate Catriona Gray joined MPIC leaders (L-R) Jose Ma. K. Lim – Director of MPIC, Marisa V. Conde – Vice President for Technical Finance and Data Privacy Officer, Atty Ricardo M. Pilares III – Vice President – Legal, Corporate Governance Officer, Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary, MPIC, Stanley H. Yang – Executive Vice President, Group Corporate Development, First Pacific, Gary Dujali – Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer, mWell PH, Augusto P. Palisoc, Jr. – Vice Chairman & President, MPHTC,Michael Muin – Chief Technical Officer, mWell PH, Ms. Chaye Cabal – MPIC Chief Finance, Risk and Sustainability Officer, MPIC and Mr. Manny V. Pangilian – MPIC President, Chairman and CEO in celebrating mWell’s groundbreaking firsts in digital healthcare as the Philippines’ first fully integrated health app.

PH1 witnessed the full display of mWell app features that showcase its holistic approach to telemedicine—from doctor consultation, e-pharmacy, emergency services and home care— to fitness and nutrition programs. Beyond patient care, it has also designed a cutting edge Electronic Medical Records and clinic management system for partner-doctors.

MPIC President, Chairman and CEO, Manny V. Pangilinan says, “Metro Pacific Group’s mWell is the Philippines’ first fully integrated health app which brings together experts in technology, medicine, wellness, and healthcare in one sustainable living ecosystem. This high- performing platform gives access to quality healthcare and empowers our countrymen to be in control of their health as they rebuild their lives coming out of the pandemic. We shall continue to set the standards in digital healthcare as we build a healthier nation and be recognized as the flag carrier for innovative digital healthcare in the Philippines.”

mWell’s many firsts include:

·       First health app available globally to migrant workers/OFWs

·      First to offer the most affordable telemedicine with free accident insurance package via the Healthsavers Plan

·      First to launch the biggest nationwide digital medical mission with hundreds of volunteer doctors simultaneously providing free consultation all over the country through the National mWellness Day

·      First to offer a wellness score developed by data scientists–the mWellness Score which measures physical activity, steps, and sleep

·      First to provide a cutting-edge, full suite clinic management system designed by doctors for doctors—mWellMD

·      First to provide a portable mobile digital clinic to remote communities in the country—mWell OnTheGo

“We are celebrating so many firsts through sheer dedication, passion and purpose. We were able to come up with these firsts in terms of product features, innovations not only for patients but also for doctors. We believe that uplifting the lives of Filipinos is a prerequisite to national

progress. That’s why mWell helps uplift lives by providing access to better health, which after all is a basic right. It is both a digital health service and an advocacy because at the heart of mWell firsts is our mission to bring healthcare closer to more Filipinos as we make health and wellness available and accessible to anyone, anytime, anywhere,” says MPIC Chief Finance, Risk and Sustainability Officer Chaye Cabal-Revilla.

The culture of innovation continues for mWell—not just as a super app but as a fully integrated healthcare ecosystem that truly responds to the needs of Filipinos. Another first to be launched soon is the mWell Wellness Wearable. This is designed to democratize and empower more Filipinos by making wellness wearables more affordable especially in regional areas. Using the mWell Wellness Wearable, anyone can easily and more accurately track steps, physical activity, and sleep time through the mWellness Score on their watch. Soon they can even monitor temperature, oxygen level, heart rate and other vital signs that will make teleconsultation easier on the app. Another telemedicine innovation in the pipeline is the mWell kiosk to be used by local government units for their medical missions.

mWell is supported by top names in technology, wellness and healthcare including Microsoft, Highly Succeed, Telus, Maya, Bayad, Aktivo, Active8me, Smart, PLDT Home, PLDT Enterprise, PLDT SME, PLDT Global, PSG Global Solutions, The Solution, Department of Migrant Workers Overseas Workers Welfare Administration, Metro Pacific Health, Cardinal Santos Medical Center, Gabay Guro, Gabay Kalusugan, Department of Migrant Workers, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration, PCCSC, MedExpress, Healthlink, Lifeline 16-911, PhilCare and Generali.

Download the mWell PH app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Follow mWell on Facebook and mwellph on Instagram for more updates

November 3, 2022