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Just when you thought SunLife is just about the insurance offers most Pinoys dread, it comes up with something fresh and exciting that still falls in line with its aim to improve Filipinos’ lives, but this time through a sporting event.

But SunPIOLOgy isn’t actually new. This charity-sporting event featuring its longtime ambassador Piolo Pascual actually started 11 years ago. But in 2020, it’s returning with bigger action.

Now back with a new theme “SunPIOLOgyXone,” the SunPIOLOgy 2020 resumes its advocacy to fight diabetes which has been declared to be an epidemic in the Philippines.

Sun Life Chief Marketing Officer Mylene Lopa told as this year’s event opened:

“Sun Life aims to offer Filipinos more avenues to pursue their health goals. With SunPIOLOgy, we are able to make the pursuit fun and engaging through a variety of sporting events, while the charity component makes it more meaningful and memorable.

We are thankful that as we mark 11 years of SunPIOLOgy, we continue to grow our community and effectively promote the importance of living healthier lives.”

All New Sun Life Virtual Run

Before embarking on the 2020 races, you can warm up with the Sun Life Virtual Run, which is a new event commencing this year. The Sun Life Virtual Run challenges participants on a long distance runt that can be completed anytime and anywhere in the Philippines.

This unique new way of race lets participants compete with anyone in the Philippines on any route for as long as they cover a total of 125 kilometers run that can be completed within 30 days. You can even do it on your treadmill if you don’t feel like going out for a long run.

Progress shall be tracked using any of the following devices: GPS watch, fitness band, or a running app. You can also simply take a photo of your progress and submit it on www.takbo.ph.

Registration for this Sun Life Virtual Run is already ongoing at www.sunpiology.com. Interested runners can submit their details until October 14, 2019. The race should be completed between October 15, 2019 to November 15, 2019 to qualify.

SUN CYCLE PH 

With the growing interest in biking and its health benefits, SUN LIFE CYCLE PH once again takes riders from Taguig to Pasay in routes fit for beginner and seasoned bikers. Organized by Sunrise Events, SUN LIFE CYCLE PH categories include a Kids Ride or Family Ride (30mins dur.); Tricycle Ride (100m and 500m); Short Ride (20km); and Long Ride (40km).

Sun Life Resolution Run: Race to Fight Diabetes

Sun Life Resolution Run aims to get everyone into a healthy mindset. It will feature the “125 Xone,” where runners will pass through “xones” aligned with the diabetes prevention theme.

The company will pick 125 lucky runners who will win electronic gift cards worth P1,250 each that they can use to redeem items in SunLife’s various partner stores.

The SunPIOLOgyXone events will see some of the country’s top celebrities. Proceeds of this event will go to Hebreo Foundation, Noordhoff Foundation, and Star Magic scholars.

Famed actor Piolo Pascual also shared his thought about the upcoming event, saying:

“What sets SunPIOLOgy apart is the community it has built through the years.

Each event is fun and exciting, and now, we are bringing the SunPIOLOgy brand of wellness to the virtual world so that we can motivate even more people. With this, I’m sure more Filipinos will experience what it means to live healthier and brighter under the sun.”

SunPIOLOgy is a charity-sporting event from Sun Life Philippines and its ambassador Piolo Pascual. Turning a 11-years- old, a series of active sports events will thrill its fans to raise funds for education, diabetes awareness, and help more Filipinos live healthier lives. This highly-anticipated event will take place on January 18, 2020, at Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City.

Registration will begin on November 15, 2019, at www.sunpiology.com and select Toby’s Sports Stores until race kit supplies last. Race categories and further details will be released soon. Apart from being able to race alongside celebrities like Piolo and Enchong Dee, participants also get to take home tons of exciting freebies.

For more about Sun Life’s health and wellness initiatives, follow @SunLifePH and @GoWellPH on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

We women live in a society where our outward appearance seems to have become all-important – the yardstick by which we measure ourselves and by which we are measured. In my decades of experience on reviewing skin care products and dermatology procedures, I’ve explored every aspect of how we see beauty and the extraordinary lengths to which we go in pursuing it.

We’ve drifted along, guided by market forces into accepting that beauty is some kind of mask we put on, when in truth it is simply the natural result of vibrant health. We spend no end of time and money on the image we present to the world, but at the same time, we often make poor choices that compromise our well-being.

But we have to admit that the beauty products made today bring great help to finding the right skin care regimen that we should use. Instead of experimenting as non-pros which can even lead to solutions that mitigate the damage, we should find the safest products that our can really take care of our stressed-out skin.

The famous European brand Avène launched its Shine-Free Week September 26 – October 2 campaign at SM Makati. It holds a display of their ace cleansers, moisturizers and more under the product line Cleanance.

Dr. Karen Gavino-Dionisio

Well-known dermatologist Dr. Karen Gavino-Dionisio of the Aesthetic Institute of the Philippines shared information about good skin cleansing habits and specific products that can help prevent breakouts, arrest excessive oil production and sooth sensitive skin.

All week long, consumers will get lectures on skin types, the importance of caring for oily skin, the do’s and don’ts of oily skin and what products to use for various skin needs as they went through various stations at the Cleanance booth to enjoy interactive experiences and win prizes.

As you know, your daily beauty habits have a big impact on what you see in the mirror. Ultimately, caring for your skin is simply personal.

While Sebum is vital for keeping the skin healthy, too much of it can lead to oily skin, clogged pores, and acne. Managing oily skin often requires a person making regular skin care a habit.

To help, Cleanance,came up with the ultimate solution to oily skin for both men and women. It is made especially for acne-prone skin with spots and blackheads because it has gentle and exclusive active ingredients that regulate sebum production without drying the skin and also reduces the appearance of blemishes.

During Avène’s week-long Shine-Free Campaign, customers will gain access to Cleanance EXPERT—the full Cleanance line that was introduced at the interactive booths. When used as a team, the products help to carry out the Cleanance Skin Care Routine of Cleanse, Prepare, Reduce Blemishes and Protect.

Products featured in these events include:

• Cleanance Cleansing Gel – to jump start the cleansing process and control sebum production. It is soap-free but deeply cleanses the skin while maintaining the surface hydrolipidic film.
• Cleanance Micellar Water – to gently remove impurities from the face and eyes without the need to rinse.
• Cleanance Mattifying Lotion – a two toner combination of gentle astringent and mattifying powders to purify skin and tighten pores without irritation.
• Cleanance Skin Refining Serum – a super light, watery texture serum that gives skin a sensation of comfort and freshness.
• Cleanance Expert Emulsion -to reduce blemishes and dark spots.
• Cleanance Spot Corrector – a pen that helps reduce the appearance of localized blemishes with daily use and touch up unwanted spots.
• Cleanance Solaire – provides high-sun protection of delicate facial skin with acne.

The goal of any skin-care routine is to tune up your complexion so it’s functioning at its best, and also troubleshoot or target any areas you want to work on. Beauty routines are an opportunity to notice changes within yourself. As your skin needs shifts with age, so will your products.

Ms. Anna Talatala, Head of Marketing of KARIHOME, Inc.

The Cleanance EXPERT-Complete Care line is formulated for sensitive skin because it has gentle and exclusive active ingredients to regulate sebum production without drying the skin, even as it reduces the appearance of blemishes. It contains Diolenyl that targets blemishes, X- Press in that smoothens skin texture, Monolaur in that regulates sebum hyper production and Avéne Thermal Spring Water that soothes, softens and prevents skin irritation.

For more information on Cleanance and the rituals of good skin care, visit our website www.eau-thermale-avene.ph, like our Facebook page @EauThermaleAvenePH and follow us on Instagram @avenephilippines.

Using natural products has become an effective trend in recent years that passed. From supplements to food, and even in beauty regimens, people have swiftly shifted from chemicals to all-natural.

And why not? Revamping your entire diet and lifestyle to improve your health could be a grace. Choosing natural products can pay off in a big boost to your health and even to your hair health, which you’ll certainly notice quickly after the transition.

Among the many natural beauty products available in the market, one of the packages I see to it I have is the Novuhair 3-1 pack. Growing older, I’d like to keep my hair firm, strong, smooth, and looking beautiful as it adds to my youthful vibe. And like they said, a girl’s crowning glory is her hair so going an extra mile to keep it healthy is not at all an arduous task for me.

As part of its advocacy to promote the use of natural products and healthier lifestyle, Hair and beauty expert Fanny “TF” Serrano’ own formula he called Novuhair Nature’s Answer to Hair Loss is now being sold at a promo package in all Watsons stores nationwide.

You’ll still have to purchase the 3-in-1 Pack at P5,280 but you will get a free 200ml bottle of NOVUHAIR Herbal Shampoo which is worth P1,100! Imagine saving 21% of the total package price. That’s a huge budget deal that you get to enjoy while maintaining your lustrous hair.

Made out of 19 NATURAL INGREDIENTS—mostly standardized herbal extracts, essential oils and co-factor nutrients—NOVUHAIR Topical Scalp Lotion helps prevent excessive hair loss, thinning hair and bald patches, and aids in stimulating hair growth. It seeps through the scalp and tress to help improve blood circulation, enhance overall appearance, maintain moisture, and aid nourishment and rejuvenation. This breakthrough product is proven safe and effective based on the clinical trial.

So instead of sticking to your regular shampoo that’s full of chemicals, why not try to be more natural through the NOVUHAIR 3-IN-1 Promo Pack.

Help a friend know about Novuhair and its great offer by sharing this on social media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAj_VBGe96s.

For more convenient shopping, you can shop this promo pack https://www.watsons.com.ph/3-in-1-pack-save-p1100/p/BP_50014696.

For inquiries, call 413-6570 or 09228830575, visit NOVUHAIR Facebook Page (Novuhair Official) or website at www.novuhair.com.

#NothingToLoseNovuhair #ChooseNatural #LoveYourself #ProtectYourself

The holidays are just around the corner and many people are once again gearing up to accomplish one or two of their travel goals. Like me, many are already starting to scout for seat sales and end of the rainy season promos to score affordable transportation and accommodation. And the timing of the World Travel Expo 2019 is just perfect as many are looking to book for the cheapest air fares and accommodations.

The 4th World Travel Expo will take place on October 25 to 27, 2019 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia, Pasay City. The event will see 300 exhibitors and is preparing to accommodate 30,000 visitors. The process for getting passes is still ongoing so you should submit your names now to get the chance to get a glimpse of the most wanted tourist spots from across the globe.

In the pre-event that went down earlier this week, the WTE 2019 presented all their sponsors including Pampanga’s most popular attraction – the Aqua Planet, the largest travel agency in Japan and one of the largest travel agencies in the world – JTB, 2Go Travel, Eye Mo, Cocogen Insurance, Fly Supply Travel and Tours, HIS Philippines Travel Corp., Prime Hotel, and Embassy of Sri Lanka.

The World Travel Expo is an annual event participated in by local and international tourism industries running in the Philippines. This year’s event is expected to be bigger than last year to bring more hospitality players together like hotels, airlines, cruise and other means of travel around the world to treat guests to expo-exclusive deals and discounts.

Expect a lot of local and international tour packages to Palawan, Bohol, Singapore, Korea, Italy, France, and more from WTE’s sponsors and exhibitors. WTE 2019 will also knit together destinations, tourist attractions to help you design your upcoming holiday getaway without any hassle.

The sponsors of World Trade Expo 2029 (from left): Perseus John Mendoza of JTB, Kevin Edward Culla of Cocogen Insurance, Choby Pelayo of Fly Supply Travel & Tours, Erlbyn Jayona of IMS Asia “Eye Mo”, Rowena Alcantara of 2GO Travel, Moe Kawasaki of HIS Philippines Travel Corp., Dante Paraymo of Prime Hotel, Shobini Gunasekera from Embassy of Sri Lanka and Ashley Singh of Aqua Planet.

The World Travel Expo 2019 commits to provide an effective platform which can help the Philippines in the global tourism and its development thru a one-stop solution of promoting sales and brand awareness of each participating companies.

During the expo days, there will also be other exciting activities to liven it up, with some of the highlights including:

• Raffle draws
• Showcasing products and services, best deals promos and competitive packages for the travel industry
• Travel Photography Competition
• Video Montage Competition

For bloggers like me, this is the chance for us to create new partners and networks too!

The World Travel Expo will be open for 3 days from 10a.m. to 7p.m. Entrance tickets only costs P80 and you can start getting them now by registering on worldtravelexpo.com.ph/wte-registration.

For more information, you may contact the World Travel Expo via their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/worldtravelexpoph or call them at 02-579-7185 and 0977-811-1688.

It provides an instant confidence boost with one simple spritz. But finding your signature perfume can prove somewhat challenging with the abundance of musky, floral, citrus or even woodsy notes to choose from.

This is my first time to own a Perfume Dessert London and I am going to share with you my take on the fragrances that I got from them. They generously gifted me with 5 perfumes of different scents which you will see below:

Ok, before I start, let me clarify that I am no perfume expert but I have a special taste on perfume. I love perfumes and I have a decent collection (18 bottles of different scents) of popular brands of women fragrances like Dior, Prada, and Gucci which are all with strong scents. For that, I always prefer eau de parfum (EDP) over eau de toilette (EDT) so I was really excited when I saw that the Perfume Dessert bottles I got are all eau de parfum.

For those who don’t know yet, EDPs have more essential perfume oils and concentration of up to 15-20 percent plus less alcohol. Meanwhile EDTs are made up of only five to 15 per cent oils.

As eau de toilettes contain less perfume oils, you’ll find that their price is usually a lot lower than that of an eau de parfum. Just keep in mind – since EDPs are more potent, you can get away with applying less; whereas an EDT may take a couple of spritzes to get your desired intensity.

…Which again is another impressive factor for Perfume Dessert London as their 30 ml perfumes only cost 280Php each! It is waaaay more affordable than my usual perfumes which cost around 3,000-4,000 pesos for every 100 ml bottle. Now that’s 900-1200 pesos if they are on 30 ml bottles.

But is it worth your 280Php?
After using the perfumes for 5 days, here are some things I found are Perfume Dessert’s best qualities:
• Original and High in Quality – Based on Perfume Dessert’s FB page, their perfumes are 100% UK-made and their ingredients are all legit. Of course, I wouldn’t know if that’s true but they do have a manufacturing facility in London as I checked. The barcode in the packaging will also tell you about its origin and authenticity. Plus, the perfume’s smell itself will tell you whether it is made of real scent or just an alcohol.
In this case, I graded it LEGIT.
• Feminine Packaging – The canister-type of packaging with floral designs is lovely and could be a great gift to your girl friend, colleagues, and relatives. It also instantly gave me an idea on the smell of the perfume being sweet. And indeed, when I opened the perfumes, they smelled very closely to the Victoria’s Secret scents.
• Long Lasting Smell – It’s definitely eau de parfum! I only sprayed a few puffs on my shirt and wrist and it, indeed, lasted for over 6 hours so there’s no complaining in that part.
• Affordable! – Like I already mentioned, 280Php is very affordable for eau de parfum. And to think that the packaging in nice and smell lasts longer than you expected, this is definitely worth the penny!

And for the smell you say?
I got 5 different smells namely Peach Bourbon Popsicle, Black Raspberry, Raspberry Smoothie, Cotton Candy Unicorn, and Piña Colada.
The PEACH BOURBON POPSICLE was 100% with a sweet peach smell and I think it is a good perfume for the teens who aren’t so much into active lifestyle. As you know, sweat and sweet isn’t really a pleasant combination.

The BLACK RASPBERRY is with a bit stronger smell compared to others, making it among my faves. The smell is still sweet like vanilla ice cream berries and might be perfect for teens and young adults.

RESPBERRY SMOOTHIE has a little bit playful smell with and addition of a caramel scent on top of the juicy berry fragrance.

The COTTON CANDY UNICORN perfume is milder with a very feminine scent. I’m not actually a fan of this fragrance but I can compare it with the popular fab con brand that we have here in the country.

And lastly, PIÑA COLADA has a bit fruity smell. It’s also on the milder category and it’s perfect for the younger ladies.

Overall, the best scents for me are the PEACH BOURBON POPSICLE, BLACK RASPBERRY, and RESPBERRY SMOOTHIE.
If you want to smell differently every day, this is your perfect chance!
Check them out on:
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Perfume-Dessert-London-720410571416583/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/perfumedessertlondon/

It’s the ‘Ber months and it’s time to plan that holiday getaway with friends or family. What’s holding back most people from going all out to make their dreams get real is budget concerns. Now, RedDoorz with its all-out traveller perks and budget-friendly rates will make this the most memorable holiday vacay ever.

This Holiday Season, why not target these new places where RedDoorz has opened up and making a big difference in the travel scene?

Davao

If your dream vacay is a nature trip, with some history, exotic scenery, shop-till-you-drop shopping and glorious, inexpensive food, mark Davao for your next adventure.

The Crocodile Park, the Philippine Eagle sanctuary, the Davao Butterfly House, Eden Nature Park and Resort, zipline adventures and more, are what make Davao a heaven on earth for thrill-seekers and adrenaline-junkies. Climb the summit of the “King of the Philippine Peaks,” Mt. Apo and get a 360-degree view from the country’s highest peak. Or go island-hopping and take a dip in the waters of world-class beaches.

Vacations are never complete without feasts. Enjoy native Dabawenyo dishes like sinugbang tuna (grilled tuna), inato (grilled chicken), pasayan (deep-fried shrimp), kinhason (baked scallops), and imbaw (clam soup). Sample their pomelo and durian products ranging from fresh fruit to candies to ice cream and shake. There are 22 RedDoorz hotels in the heart of this big city that will be your launch pad for your holiday adventure.

Palawan

For indelible memories, Palawan is Ground Zero for you. The natural beauty of its beaches, rivers and caves plus the tropical vibe that this island brings will mesmerize you.

Here’s where you’ll find its most popular attraction – the Puerto Princesa Underground River, the world’s longest navigable underground river – that has made it one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.

The Ihawig River is a perfect place to commune with nature and just feel good to be alive. A visit to this historic river will not be complete unless you experience its most famous tourist attraction, firefly watching.

And to complete your magical experience in Palawan, experience the sands of the popular Honda Bay. You can use the site as a jump-off place for a lot of other islands to travel to. Choose from any of 13 RedDoorz hotels in Palawan to be nearest the island attraction you want best.

Tagaytay  

Sometimes you don’t need to go far to escape the stress of the city. Only a few hours away from the noise of Manila, you can find solitude and a much-needed break whenever you want.

Enjoy the City’s varied attractions, from the mind challenging and jaw-dropping Puzzle Mansion where you can find the most extensive collection of Jigsaw Puzzles in the world. The lady who completed all the 2D, 3D and 4D puzzles here – some as big as murals – is in the Guinness Book of World Records for the unmatchable number and kinds of puzzles she completed.

Enjoy Tagaytay’s cool breeze and chilly evenings with a romantic dinner or even just a hot sip of healthy Tagaytay Bulalo.

Don’t miss its most famous attraction – the People’s Park in the Sky. It stands at the highest point of Tagaytay and lets you have a 360-degree view of the surrounding landscape, the best vantage point to see Taal Lake and Volcano. If you want rides and kiddie adventures, visit the Sky Ranch for rides and panoramic views. You can find the best branded items at outlet stores in Sta.Rosa where you’ll find quality, outlet-priced gifts to give for the holiday season.

RedDoorz at the Ridge, Mahogany and Sta. Rosa are all just minutes away from all the best Tagaytay landmarks.

But whatever location you choose, booking your RedDoorz hotel will be easy as pie because the RedDoorz App is your go-to companion for your discovery adventure. This user-friendly, 100% safe app allows you to compare hundreds of hotels, get real time prices, read traveller reviews so you can plan your trip in detail. Once you’re there, RedDoorz will pamper you with free Wifi, clean beds, clean sheets, free toiletries, unlimited water and a pleasant experience – all for very affordable rates. Even paying is easy! You can use credit cards, Dragonpay or pay-at-hotel without need for credit card guarantee.

Just one RedDoorz away should also mean that entire discovery, booking experience is just “one-app” away and few clicks

So for the holidays, don’t be afraid to pursue your adventure. There are RedDoorz Hotels – RedDoorz, RedDoorz Plus or RedDoorz Premium – that fits your budget. You’ll be glad to know that a RedDoorz Hotel is just “one app and a few clicks away” in whatever city you choose.