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(from left): Local Business Line Manager – DKSH Phils, Inc and PAPM Secretary General- Mr. Diosdado Cheng: President Fedchem Manufacturing & Distribution Inc. Vice President: Mayon Industrial Corporation and President: Philippine Association of Paint Manufacturers Inc. : President Charlie Kwa CEO and Founder of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies Inc. and Construction Chemical Specialist – Mr. Derrick Tan: Chief of Finance of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies Inc. – Ms. Sabrina Tan

Filipinos recall Sinclair for its iconic 80s and 90s campaign, which encouraged more individuals to perform their own house improvements. The motto “Sinclair it!” from the company became synonymous with the word “do-it-yourself” or “DIY”. which throughout the years has made the brand a household name. Sinclair has stayed true to its objective of offering top-notch paint products to countless families and businesses around the world over the past few years.

Sinclair is making its return to the local market with a wider and more sophisticated selection of products that offer beauty, durability, affordability, and eco-friendly solutions suitable for every Pinoy home as a result of technological advancements and as the market for construction development remains competitive.

The New Generation of Sinclair

With the reopening of the local market, Sinclair’s timely return will fire up the local competition with its latest premium products that continue the legacy that it started.

Aside from its Traditional or Classic Paint selection that made Sinclair one of the world’s pioneer and trusted brands, Sinclair highlights its innovation with its modern technology paint system, from oil-based to water-based paint and universal colorants.

“We’re delighted to bring back the brand that provided beauty, protection, and comfort to many Filipinos over the past years. With Sinclair’s new line of products – from oil-based to water-based – customers can assure continued premium quality products that will last for a long time while keeping the environment safe and sound,” Mr. Derick Tan, Founder, and CEO of Magna Prime Chemical Technologies, Inc., the company that manufactures Sinclair in the Philippines.

Sinclair’s new generation of paint products highlights its waterproofing innovation that made the paint system more economical, easier to apply, and durable. Inspired by the beauty and long-lasting capability of nature, these new generation paints are made suitable for the tropical weather system in the Philippines on top of the climate change we’re experiencing:

Natica Waterproofing Paint – Inspired by the abundant marine shells in the Philippines, this waterproofing paint possesses marine shells’ thick and smooth features that represent durability and protection. Made of modified pure acrylic paint, this latest innovation of Sinclair is used as a water-proofer, primer, sealer, and top coat making it more cost-efficient than the traditional method of waterproofing and painting exterior walls.

Armadillo Polyurethane Paint – inspired by the New World placental mammal, this Armadillo Polyurethane Paint is the first water-based PU Paint in the Philippines takes pride in being a tough and flexible paint just like an armadillo skin. Recommended to use for high-rise buildings to avoid frequent repainting or costly paint over because of its durability.

Tamago Cleanable Interior Paint – Sinclair’s take on the sheen of an egg – or Tamago (卵/玉子) in the Japanese language – is made to provide a sleeker yet manageable look for home and establishment’s interiors. Made to provide a clean and cleanable look, its simple yet calming effect is achieved with its balance of flat and glossy while protecting your walls or hiding wall imperfections.

Taro Silicone Paint – Is the first silicone paint in the country. With the wet season taking over almost half of the year in the Philippines, rainwater has become one of the main reasons why paint fails to protect many homes and establishments. With Sinclair’s Taro Silicone Paint, families and establishments can have peace of mind any season due to its impregnating capabilities. Impregnation happens when the paint penetrates through the pores of the substrate thus enhancing its adhesion. It also has high-performance formula creating high-vapor permeability that allows water vapor to escape from the surface, avoiding the build-up of algae and fungus that cause paint to peel off. This paint is suitable for structures located in highlands, beside seashores, and areas where wall moisture is present.

More Options to Choose From

Aside from the New Generation paints, Sinclair also levels up its Classic Paint selection which ranges from oil-based to water-based paints that provide equal beauty and protection to various surfaces.

Ligno – this waster-based wood primer is ideal for priming, sealing, and filling wooden substrates that help prevent tannins and stains. An eco-friendly product, this paint has low odor, low volatile organic compounds, and is non-toxic.

Rhino – for those metal surfaces, this Sinclair water-based metal primer and top coat provide a two-in-one purpose that saves time and money. This paint has excellent corrosion resistance for indoor and outdoor applications, ideal for new or weathered galvanized metal, steel, and aluminum roofing surfaces, properly prepared or treated ferrous metal, garages and fences, machines and industrial equipment, pipelines, and tanks.

Cascara – for multi-surface paint, the Sinclair Cascara is an eco-friendly, high-gloss, low-odor, water-based paint ideal as a topcoat for wood, metal, and concrete on interior and exterior areas.

Sinclair is also sparking more colors to its Filipino customer through its colorants products that are made to provide good color retention without losing the glossiness of the base paint. Along with its New Generation paints, Sinclair is also launching Chameleon Colorant, which is dubbed as the universal colorant that gives accurate blend and color preference. Chameleon Colorants are specially formulated using special types of chemicals and pigments to ensure that they can blend homogenously either with water-based, solvent-based or epoxy-based type of paints.

Mr. Derrick Tan

“With more Filipinos enjoying DIY home projects, Sinclair paint products that are highly recommended by professionals are made to spark creativity and freedom, while providing protection, peace of mind, and value to Pinoy’s hard work and money,” Mr. Tan concluded.

During PHILCONSTUCT 2022, Sinclair Paint officially returned to the Philippine market. Visit https://www.magnaprime.com.ph/product-category/sinclair for more information on the items made by Sinclair.

 

 

November 3, 2022 by
Lifestyle, Tech

2022 Globe Innovation Festival Highlighting numerous firsts that improve every day

Globe announced exciting offers and upcoming events at the Globe Innovation Fest, held for the first time on ground at The Globe Tower in BGC on Thursday, November 3, 2022.

The most dependable mobile network in the Philippines, Globe, continues to introduce numerous firsts that assist improve every Filipino’s day. Through the Globe Innovation Fest (GIF) 2022, the company gathered a number of exciting announcements and sneak peeks from its various businesses and partner brands to illustrate the various ways that Globe uplifts lives.

GIF presents narratives and resources that give Globe customers access to compassion, life-improving activities, random acts of charity, and initiatives that enable people to develop, learn, and thrive. I for one is so excited with what is about to come as Globe unveils its many plans, events and so much more. There are a lot to see and wait for, and I’m so happy as Globe really initiated to experience it all for us. I am also amazed and really looking forward to their future plans.

“Globe is dedicated to improving the lives of Filipinos by giving them the latest innovations, products, and solutions to address their pain points. Our customers have access to a rich ecosystem of services across health, finance, education, e-commerce, and entertainment, among others.  Through all of these digital solutions, we aim to deliver the kind of service and care that our customers can count on,” said Globe Group President and CEO Ernest Cu.

During the hybrid event held via Globe Virtual Hangouts Metaverse, Globe introduced upcoming events and offers that customers will surely enjoy in the coming months.

World-class entertainment

At the GIF, Globe shared news on several events that will bring exciting entertainment experiences to Filipinos.

Globe is thrilled to be the first telco operator to offer special packages for customers in the Philippines to enjoy the popular streaming service, Disney+. Finally, Filipinos can enjoy the incredible collection of general entertainment content on Disney+ from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and Star, starting November 17, 2022. Download the GlobeOne app to learn more and avail.

Also on the streaming front, Erben Pilapil-Tuazon, Portfolio Director at Globe’s Get Entertained Tribe, announced Globe’s partnership with Tap Digital Media Ventures Corp (TapDMV) for the Philippine broadcast of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 on TapGO TV Pay Per View, happening this November and December. TapDMV is the Exclusive Philippine Licensee of FIFA to stream the event.

With the partnership, Globe customers and GCash users can get an All-Access pass to the World Cup via TapGo TV pay-per-view at P1,999, with a P100 rebate.

Globe also prepared an exciting lineup of concerts and activities that customers will surely enjoy as on-ground events see a comeback.

Denisse Arao, Globe’s Strategic Sponsorships and Partnerships Manager, announced the highly-anticipated return of Korean pop supergroup BLACKPINK, who will be here on March 25 and 26, 2023 for the Manila leg of their Born Pink World Tour. Globe users should stay tuned for exclusive offers, early access, merch giveaways, and unique on-ground experiences.

Also coming to thrill their Filipino fans are Thailand’s biggest stars Bright (Vachirawit Chivaaree), Win (Metawin Opas-iamkajorn), Dew Jirawat, and Nani Harunkit. The boys will hold a November 19 concert and also appear in an exclusive event for Globe customers on November 20, said Globe Prepaid Brand Manager Jam Ng.

Tuazon, meanwhile, drummed up excitement for the Head in the Clouds Festival— the largest Asian-centric festival in America— which will be held for the first time in the Philippines on December 9 and 10, 2022, focusing on the brightest Filipino talents. Globe customers stand to win tickets through various raffle promos.

And for the Bonifacio Global City’s annual Holiday Celebration, Globe will be holding activities for its customers at the Serenade Concert at the 5th Ave., BGC every Saturday from November 26 until December 17.  The concert will feature artists Zack Tabudlo, Unique, Adie and OPM icon Jose Mari Chan, the voice behind the country’s most popular holiday music staples.

Aside from the concerts, Globe recently held the search for Kmmunity Kreator where Globe Kmmunity members showcased their talents inspired by their favorite K-stars. The winners will be announced on December 3 and 4 at KmmunityPH K’tizens Choice Awards 2022. All four (4) winners will receive P25,000 worth of GCash credits and P2,000 worth of Shopee vouchers. They will also officially become #HallyuTalkPH content creators for TikTok and official KmmunityPH Ambassadors.

Meanwhile, 0917 Lifestyle was relaunched as a gadgets and apparel brand focusing on bridging everyone’s online and offline life. With their new pop up store along High Street in BGC, everything on 0917’s online platforms can now be seen and experienced firsthand, according to Gladys Rojas, 0917 Lifestyle Head.

Product offers and innovations

Globe also provides hope, growth, and enjoyment with new innovations that keep life moving forward.

Anne David, Globe Business Integrated Marketing Head, talked about Globe for Education’s search for Heroes of Learning, an initiative to honor those who have championed learning despite the everyday challenges they have faced through the use of technology.

Globe also partnered with Google Philippines to upskill Filipinos by providing scholarships through Google Career Certificates, a program where Globe Prepaid and TM customers may receive access to IT certificate courses.

On connectivity, Globe has various pioneering and affordable offers for customers to enjoy.

Moriah Ganzon, Globe At Home Postpaid Marketing Lead for Online Channel, meanwhile, shared Globe’s pioneering avenue for connectivity, TMBayan Fiber WiFi, a prepaid WiFi service that aims to deliver reliable and affordable fiber connectivity in communities across the country for as low as P50 unlimited for 3 days.

Globe At Home has also made access to fiber connectivity fast and instant via the new GFiber online channel, which provides end-to-end digital support, from easy application to a 24-hour installation guarantee and real-time technician tracking. Disney+ Premium Plan will soon be made available on us, to new and existing customers who upgrade to GFiber Unli Plans 2499 and up.

Globe At Home is also set to become among the first in Southeast Asia to offer Fiber-To-The-Room (FTTR) technology, providing extremely fast and ultra seamless WiFi connection with a speed and coverage 10 times the traditional WiFi network and capacity to handle up to 128 device connections. Existing Globe At Home customers may simply add this to their bill. With GFiber Unli plans boosted by FTTR, the digital experience at home will reach a whole new level.

On the other hand, Anna Baldos, Globe Prepaid Portfolio Head, shared how the new Go+ promos further help Gen Zs own their future with its freebie offerings. Go+ enables customers to pursue their passions with an additional 8GB for their favorite apps and sites. Plus, it also allows them to get their new essentials online with exclusive lifestyle vouchers from e-commerce apps.

As Globe continues to make industry-leading ventures, Globe Prepaid talked about Virtual Hangouts Metaverse. The platform offers first-in-the-country metaverse and hybrid experiences for passion-driven Gen Zs to enhance their tech engagement and give them valuable learning opportunities to turn their passions into professions.

At the same time, Globe again paves the way for Filipinos to live a life without boundaries with immersive experiences through innovations in Web3 and the metaverse. It has partnered with MetaverseGo for exclusive access to Metaverse and redemption of GUDI squad NFTs with Globe Rewards points so the community can experience the new virtual space first.

Globe also strives to make every day a win for gamers.

Gaming for Globe ranges from casual to committed. Globe GoGAMES is a fun and simple way for customers to earn rewards points by playing hyper-casual games on the GlobeOne App.

During a Fireside Chat with Jed Reyes-Cuerva, Portfolio Manager for Games and Esports, Globe also recently participated as the main presenter of the Electronic Sports and Gaming Summit (ESGS), the country’s premier gaming convention which made a comeback as an in-person event this year.

As it constantly aspires to uplift the lives of Filipinos, Globe makes every day easier, simpler, more rewarding, and more fulfilling.

The Globe of Good ecosystem offers those in need access to food, training, employment, and education while also giving customers a chance to lend a hand. Customers can donate Rewards points or GCash through the Hapag Movement, for instance, to help individuals who are facing involuntary hunger by providing them with food and other necessities of life.

With the GlobeOne App, customers can also open up exciting opportunities that will enable them to maximize every day.

Globe Chief Commercial Officer Issa Guevarra-Cabreira opens this year’s Globe Innovation Fest, where Globe announced exciting offers and upcoming events to uplift Filipinos’ digital lifestyle.

“To improve the lives of many, we always strive to do better for our customers and stakeholders. We want our customers to feel that we are here with them to make life easier and exciting every day,” said Globe Chief Commercial Officer Issa Guevarra-Cabreira.

To learn more about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.

 

 

 

 

November 3, 2022 by
Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

CELEBRATING TIBAY: Bear Brand Batang Matibay 2022 Winners show tenacity in the face of the toughest obstacles

Regardless of social background, the majority of Filipino families hold the belief that education is crucial to a person’s prosperity. For many parents and students, this year’s Balik Eskwela is special and more significant because of this. Bear Brand is making every effort to motivate and encourage kids to dream big and achieve a better future for themselves and their families as they adjust to the new normal after overcoming the uncertainties and challenges brought on by the epidemic.

Recognizing exceptional students in the Philippines

While every student throughout the previous year made sacrifices and encountered hurdles in their studies, some children endured more tough obstacles as a result of their daily living circumstances. They have nevertheless demonstrated their desire to study and deal with life’s challenges in spite of these difficulties. Since 2018, Bear Brand has recognized these young people’s fortitude and

Although every student made sacrifices and experienced difficulties in their studies over the past year, some kids faced harder challenges due to their everyday living situation. However, despite these obstacles, they have displayed their eagerness to learn and to overcome life’s adversities. Bear Brand has been honoring the strength and resilience of these young people since 2018 through the Batang Matibay Awards. Last October 27, the 2022 Batang Matibay Awards was held in Screening Room 1, Cinema Complex of Estancia Mall, Pasig.

In partnership with the Department of Education, Bear Brand started the Batang Matibay Awards to recognize students who exhibited “tibay” in learning both in school and in life. This means not only do they show excellence in academics, but also the community and their families. Every Year, Bear Brand and DepEd call for nationwide nominations of ten Batang Matibay public school students from grades 5-6 who can serve as role models and inspirations to their families, school, and community.

2022 Batang Matibay Awardees

Bear Brand continues its commitment to building a generation of Batang Matibay by announcing this year’s Batang Matibay awardees. All of the 10 Batang Matibay awardees showed exemplary courage and strength to thrive despite their struggles.

One of the awardees is Jerald Pelonita from Guihulngan, Negros Oriental. Despite being born without arms, he rose above his peers and was hailed as Champion for the Division level National Art Contest. He displayed commendable skill in drawing and painting using his foot.

Cryzon Jay Ambinang belongs to the Manobo tribe who lives in a secluded area in a mountainside in North Cotabato. He walks more than 2 hours to get to one of DepEd’s last mile schools. Despite his own personal struggles, he excels in school and extracurricular activities, which includes being Vice President of SPG in their school that leads several projects in their school. One of those is the distribution of modules in his community and organizing feeding program for the Manobos.

 

Mark John Alayon from Roxas, Capiz is a model student despite his financial difficulties. His mother is a cancer patient while his father works as a construction worker. Even though the everyday struggles torment his young heart, he excels in school and is consistently chosen as a homeroom officer in class. He also joins programs sponsored by his school or barangay Mark John does all these while also helping his father raise livestock, plant vegetables, do household chores, taking care of his mother, and studying.

The lifelong learnings that are instilled in each and every awardee from an early age is what unites them all. By rewarding their efforts, Bear Brand hopes to support their tibay ng isip, tibay ng katawan, and tibay ng kalooban and help them achieve a better future. Additionally, the recipients receive a holistic, Tibay Nutrition with each glass of Bear Brand Powdered Milk that will keep them steadfast as they face life’s hardships.

 

 

ANNEX

Profiles of the 10 Batang Matibay Awardees

 

Student Area Tibay Story
Jerald J. Pelonita REGION VII / Guihulingan / Mandi-I Elementary School Despite being born without arms, he was hailed as Champion for the Division level National Art Contest

because of this commendable skill in drawing and painting using his foot. He uses his talent and skills in drawing and painting to create harmonious moments

with others.

 

He advocates against bullying which he personally experiences to encourage and inspire children with or without disability to come out from their shells and radiate positivity in their hardest or saddest moment.

 
Jessca Solania REGION XII / North Cotabato / Renibon Elementary School

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Jessca is a student at a last mile school in North Cotabato. She walks 8km and crosses 8 rivers just to go to school. She once had to cross the river despite strong currents, and she was found crying by the teacher – not because she was scared, but because she lost the only pair of slippers she has and did not want to miss school because of it.

 

At her age she carries additional responsibilities to help their family because they don’t have her father by their side. Because of financial scarcity, there are days they would survive through boiled bananas for meal.

 

Despite these challenges, she shows resilience by exceling in school and extra curriculars.
Daryl Ashlei Teves REGION V / Catanduanes / Virac Pilot Elementary School

 

 She is an inspiration to the school/community as a consistent honor student since she was in 1st grade –

excelling even in extra-curriculars (local/international math competitions).

 

In addition to the brunt of the pandemic, the onslaught of super typhoon Rolly has greatly affected the educational system in Catanduanes – houses were destroyed, including the residence of Ashlei’s

family. But no matter how many storms she encounters, she always faces it head on. In fact, despite her personal struggles brought by the typhoon, not only did she continue to excel in school, she even helped in a relief drive in an orphanage, and also helped to tutor kids who were having difficulties in modular learning in Math. One of her tutees said that after being taught by Ashlei, Math became their favorite subject

 
Isabelle Lara Miranda REGION IV-A / Laguna / San Pedro Central Elementary School

 

 Isabelle does not allow her epilepsy to get the best of her. When she started schooling, she had difficulty writing as a side effect of phenobarbital, an antiseizure medication. To compensate for her slow writing and keep up with her classmates, she would usually skip lunch only to end up still being the last to finish. Some classmates bullied her, construing her feeble writing skills and occasional staring (seizure episode) as a sign of being inferior. However, she was relentless with her effort to prove herself. She remained positive until one day her hard work paid off, and she was finally recognized as one of the most outstanding students in class. She also became a champion of an oratorical contest despite going through an emotional crisis. Her terminally ill father was confined in a public hospital at the time, and eventually passed away days after the competition.

 

She is always eager to take challenges and new tasks each time she shows a firm resolve to succeed. She carries an unfaltering faith and strong determination to overcome obstacles.
Matt Jayrus Evangelista REGION IV-A / Batangas / Tibig Elementary School

 

 He grew up without a father, so her mother has to work abroad to support the family. Whenever he wants to talk to her, he would need to climb a mountain to get signal.

 

He tries to help support their family by helping with little chores (creating broom sticks, collecting scraps as pig’s feed). While doing this, he still extends his help to his classmates who he helps with their studies.

 

He may have experienced some defeat in school competitions, but it doesn’t stop him from trying again. Rather it inspires him to be better “Sa susunod na pagkakataon, makakaya ko na yun.”
Cryzon Jay Ambinang REGION XII / North Cotabato / Renibon Elementary School Cryzon belongs to the Manobo tribe who lives in a secluded area in a mountainside in North Cotabato. He walks more than 2 hours to get to one of DepEd’s last mile schools. Despite his own personal struggles, he excels in school and extracurricular activities, which includes being Vice President of SPG in their

school that leads several projects in their school. One of those is the distribution of modules in his community and organizing feeding program for the

Manobos.

 
Sean Geralyn Mara

 

 

 

 REGION III / Bulacan /

Muzon Elementary School

 Sean Geralyn has an older brother with autism, she personally takes care of her Diko and even researches some tutorial on YouTube on how to handle autism spectrum disorder cases. Because of her love for her brother she tried to teach him how to read, write, draw, and other basic skills. She wanted her brother to feel that he is an important member of

their family.
Xoann Kyle Ocampo REGION IV-A / Laguna / Chrysanthemum Village Elementary School

 

 

 His mother lost her job due to the pandemic which affected their state of life. Instead of being sad and despair, he came up with the idea of putting up their own snack bar to earn extra income. He’s been very involved throughout the process of building it – starting from brainstorming the menu, up to cooking and packing of orders. He himself created the design and logo of their snack bar. This micro business helpED them get back on their feet again. It also allowed Kyle to have his own computer that he uses on his study and journalism training/competition.

 

He can break barriers because he is approachable and friendly. He can make others see their talents and skills because he is not afraid that someone can be better than him.
Marchilyn Guinahon Region X / Misamis Oriental / Lantad Integrated School Marchilyn was infected with polio virus when she was little. Because of this, she is no longer able to walk. Her mother acts her feet in going to and from the school. Her struggles in life made her strong and

dream to finish her studies to lift her family from poverty. Her willingness to go to school every day despite her condition, during pre-pandemic is a testimony to how strong her determination is in

pursuing her education.

 

Her positive outlook in life despite her physical struggles is very commendable. She has written 2 poems entitled ” Sa Gabay ng Tanging Ina” and “Physical Disability Never Stops me from being

complete” depicting her life experiences.
Mark John Alayon REGION VI / Roxas / Pres Manuel A Roxas Memorial School North He is consistently chosen as a homeroom officer and fulfills his roles beyond satisfaction. He also joins programs that the barangay/school are sponsoring.

 

His mother is a cancer patient while his father is a construction worker. All his siblings want to attend school but few of them have the opportunity. Seeing everyday struggles torments his young heart but this inspires him to continue learning – finish his studies, and help his family in the future. He helps his father raise livestock, plant vegetables for sale and consumption, do household chores while attending healthcare of his mother, and studying.

 

 

November 2, 2022 by
Food, Lifestyle

With Caravan Catering, the pinnacle of excellent customer service, events are now made even better!

Since 2017, Caravan Cuisine Group, which owns the brands Overdoughs, Elait, and RAW All Natural Juice Bar, has been a leader in bringing new food concepts to the Philippine food and beverage sector. By mainstreaming Deaf workers across all branches in the Metro Manila area, it also created a lasting impression on each and every client about its advocacy for deaf inclusivity.

Today, they take the mission of Doing Good through Good Food to the extensive course of social and corporate events and giveaways under the label of Caravan Catering.

Caravan Catering brings the pride of goodness and happiness through event food carts that offer Dessert Bar by Overdoughs and Elait Rolled Ice Cream Carts which are manned by these friendly and capable Deaf Partners.

These extraordinary occasion delights guarantee the best food selection and service, just like it is done in the stores, allowing customers to participate in the culinary adventure and plan memorable events.

You can email Caravan Catering at [email protected] or call Ms. Ara Rabino at 0917 8611 059 for additional information about their event carts.

 

 

 

November 1, 2022 by
Lifestyle

Your solution to your laundry needs

Sharp has the ideal solution for your laundry needs and offers comfort and simplicity for all lifestyles, making them your all-season laundry essential. Sharp is here to give its customers the best quality of life by enhancing daily households and supplying a life of ease through its dependable products. With many challenges arising due to changing weather conditions, particularly the occurrence of the rainy season, Sharp is here to provide the best quality of life.

With its extensive selection of high-quality and creative solutions, from its Semi-automatic to Top Load products, Sharp continues to hold a significant portion of the washing machine market share in the Philippines. Reader’s Digest named the brand the “Most Trusted Brand” for washing machines for 11 years in a row. The company has continued local production, recently reaching the 10 million milestone and offering only the best goods to every Filipino.

If you are looking for the best fully automatic washing machine products in the market, Sharp is definitely the best choice with its one of a kind innovative and problem solving features.

Works with Low Water Pressure

Sharp solves your problem with its Low Water Pressure Operation feature wherein its valve can operate for as low as 0.01 MPa or 1.45 PSI (water pressure), meaning the machine can still operate even on areas with low water pressure or low electricity flow.

Tough and Durable Rust Free Body

Sharp products are ready for all weather conditions in the Philippines as it is equipped with plastic body and rust proof feature that makes the product perfect for any season. Plus, it has a stainless tub making it the best option for long time use with its durability.

Energy Saving and Gentle on Clothes

Models with Direct Drive Inverter Motor is also more efficient, saves energy, and provides bigger savings. It also has a variable speed wash feature that freely adjusts the flow intensity and speed of water according to the material and Ultra Wash technology for more efficient washing. Models with Direct Drive Inverter includes ES-JX105A9(GY)(10.5kg), ES-FA10AX-GY(10kg), and ES-FA90AX-GY(9kg).

Your best choice for Fully Auto Washing Machine Products

Sharp is proud of its original No Holes Tub (ES-S115HP-SL(11.5kg), ES-S95HP-GY(9.5kg), and ES-U75GP-BL(7.5kg), wherein it is equipped with No Holes Tub Technology providing more hygienic laundry, is gentle on clothes, and lets you save up to 30% more water.

In partnership also with Procter & Gamble (P&G), one of the leading consumer goods brand, the model ES-PG750P(7.5kg) was developed. This unit has its very own Ariel Wash Cycle that can deliver superior wash cleaning and stain removal with the use of Ariel detergents. Also, when you buy this model on selected Sharp Koten events, you will get free 2pcs of 1kg. Liquid Ariel detergent (*while supplies lasts).

To surely match your efficient laundry experience, Sharp Laundry Basket will be given away for free when you purchase any Fully Automatic Washing Machine until December 31, 2022. Both rain or shine, Sharp is indeed your best laundry partner providing you only the best and convenient solutions.

Air Purifier with Dehumidifier

Aside from providing instant laundry solutions and convenience, Sharp also provides the best deal to its customers with its Air Purifier with Dehumidifying feature.

Sharp provides a total solution to your laundry problem with its Air Purifier with Dehumidifier (DW-E16FP-W, 24sq.m). After laundry time, one problem with drying clothes especially this rainy season is the increased moisture in the environment causing mold build up and bad odor. This product is equipped with Plasmacluster Ion Technology that is proven to deactivate 99.9% of airborne viruses and bacteria. It controls the humidity level in the air so you can freely dry your clothes without worrying about the odor or even mold build up due to the wet environment.

By offering only the greatest and highest-quality solutions for your daily needs, Sharp genuinely offers the best answer for any weather-related issues. Sharp will keep up its promise to provide dependable and cost-effective products that bring comfort, convenience, and innovation to every Filipino household.

Leading retailers around the country, including the official Sharp Flagship Store on Lazada and Shopee, carry every type of washing machine and air purifier. Please visit https://ph.sharp/ for additional details.

 

 

 

 

 

October 31, 2022 by
Health and Wellness, Lifestyle

The correct foundation for a baby’s healthy start is promoted by Cetaphil Baby

Mom’s greatest accomplishment is raising a healthy child. As a mother, you’re concerned about your child’s growth all the time. You want them to experience new things, but you’re also afraid of what they might bring. Thankfully, mothers have the strong pillars to guide them while they rear their children and cope with motherhood. These pillars, which are interconnected, are essential for a baby’s early growth and ensure that they are all in place when mothers care for them.

The Four Healthy Pillars—Healthy Food, Healthy Play, Healthy Sleep, and Healthy Skin—are promoted by Cetaphil Baby. The skin is a crucial component of a baby’s overall health because it will protect them for the duration of their life. Each pillar is essential to a baby’s health and development.

Cetaphil Baby offers moms the best way to give babies the right foundation for healthy skin by supporting its development as it matures from its earliest stages onward. Moms can find peace and assurance that they can keep their baby’s skin protected now and in the future.

Cetaphil Baby products are clinically proven to respect, maintain & improve the structure of even the most sensitive skin, supporting baby skin’s natural development. It has been tested and approved by experts because of its gentle, hypoallergenic formulation that contains skin-barrier building ingredients like glycerin and panthenol, and other natural ingredients like chamomile, shea butter, almond oil, aloe vera, and calendula to keep baby’s skin soft, smooth and protected.

Cetaphil Baby offers even more gentle products suited for sensitive skin

Cetaphil Baby currently has two ranges: the Classic Line and the newly launched Calendula range. Included in the Classic Line are: the Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo, a tear-free 2-in-1 hair and body formula that gently cleanses your baby’s delicate skin and hair, leaving it soft and clean.

For those looking for moisturizing goodness, the Cetaphil Baby Moisturising Bath & Wash is enriched with ⅓ baby lotion to care for even the most delicate skin protecting it against dryness.

The Cetaphil Baby Shampoo is a gentle caring formula enriched with chamomile to restore natural skin protection for a healthy scalp, while the Cetaphil Baby Gentle Cleansing Bar is ideal for teaching babies about hygiene as moms give them independence and the responsibility of caring for themselves with simple tasks like handwashing.

The Cetaphil Baby Daily Lotion is enriched with shea butter that soothes, nourishes, and keeps the baby’s skin hydrated for up to 24 hours.

The new Cetaphil Baby range contains calendula extract that has been used for many centuries due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and includes Cetaphil Baby Wash and Shampoo, 2-in-1 formula that smoothens, softens, and improves skin texture. It is specifically designed to be used from head to toe daily.

The Cetaphil Baby Daily Lotion with Organic Calendula is especially helpful for the skin barrier of sensitive skin, providing 24 hours of skin moisturization.

Finally, for babies experiencing rough skin patches in cheeks, knees, elbow areas, or under those chubby folds, the best suited product is the Cetaphil Baby With Organic Calendula Advanced Protection Cream, which helps reduce the feeling of discomfort and irritation and provides long-lasting irritation for up to 24 hours.

Cetaphil Baby also unveiled a newest item, the Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wipes, to supplement the existing product lines. This brand-new item is composed entirely of fabric derived from plants and gently cleanses and moisturizes a baby’s sensitive skin. Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wipes are perfect for use on a baby’s sensitive skin on both the face and body since they are made from 100% plant derived fabric with natural components like aloe vera and Vitamin E, which help keep a baby’s skin from drying out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

October 30, 2022 by
Lifestyle

Even more Filipinos are appreciating the significance of saving money on the first World Savings Day following the pandemic

According to a recent survey by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, Filipinos eager for a fresh start more than two years after the COVID-19 outbreak have actually improved their mindset toward saving money (BSP).

According to a poll by the United Nations Development Programme, 34% of the population lost their source of income during epidemic years. As a result, many people have completely relied on their savings account to survive the last two years, thus this is a positive

The percentage of households with savings increased slightly from 30.2 percent in Q4 2021 to 31.1 percent in the first quarter of 2022, according to the BSP’s Consumer Expectations Survey. The majority of respondents cited the need for emergency funds, health and medical expenses, retirement, education, and business capital and investment as reasons to save their money.

A big help in this increase in mindset and enthusiasm is the availability of more options to save money, aside from traditional banking institutions.

Cebuana Lhuillier makes life easier and dreams come true with Micro Savings

One of the most innovative means to save is through Cebuana Lhuillier Micro Savings. Launched in 2019 by Cebuana Lhuillier and its banking arm Cebuana Lhuillier Bank, this product has been in the forefront of bringing easy, accessible, reliable banking to majority of Filipinos, with close to seven million micro savings account holders today.

“Cebuana Lhuillier Micro Savings empowered millions of Filipinos to embark on their very own financial journeys by giving them a reliable, accessible, and efficient way to save their money, which they can easily withdraw during times of need. The quick adaptation of our kababayans to micro savings proved that the healthy mindset towards saving has always been there, as long as they are equipped with the right tools,” says Jean Henri Lhuillier, president and CEO of Cebuana Lhuillier.

Cebuana Lhuillier Micro Savings—which allows customers to open an account in any of over 3,000 Cebuna Lhuillier branches nationwidefor as low as only P50—was introduced as a means to address the barriers to saving, including lack of accessibility, high maintaining balance, and the need for numerous documentary requirements to open an account.

With businesses and the rest of the country slowly getting back to normal, Cebuana Lhuillier Micro Savings remained a go-to product for many of our kababayans ready to resume their lives and dreams following two years of uncertainty.

James Tan, 18 years old, a working student from Laguna, who easily managed to save with Micro Savings to buy his won bike.

For James Tan, an 18-year-old working student from Sta. Rosa, Laguna, saving meant enjoying the added mobility, safety, and convenience of having his own bike, a useful tool for his daily commute between work and school.

“Gusto ko kasi magka-bike kasi sapamasahe pa lang, malakinamatitipid ko papuntasa school at satrabaho. So, yungpaunti-untikongpag-iiponsaCebuana, ginamit ko yun para mabiliyungpangarapkong bike. Hindi naako nata-trapik o nale-late satrabahongayon,” he shares.

(“I want to own a bike because I can save so much on fares commuting to school and work. So that’s why I saved with Cebuana enough to buy my own bike. Now I don’t get stuck in traffic and come to work late.”)

As a working student helping to support his family, James decided to continue his savings after buying the bike to also help augment the expenses from home.

Royce Jason Velez, a 36-year old construction worker who saves using Cebuana Lhuillier Micro Savings account to provide a better future for his family

The need to provide a better future for their family is also why Royce Jayson Velez, a 36-year-old construction worker, decided to open a Micro Savings account. Earning an average of P400 per day, Royce and his wife needed to be creative in order to stretch his salary to last until the next payday. His micro savings carried the family during difficult times, and are now being allocated for the schooling of his children.

“Sabi ko sasarili ko, ipagpapatuloy ko ang ipon ko para magamit ng mgaanak ko sapag-aaral at balangaraw, magkaroonsila ng magandangtrabaho,” Velez shares.

(“I said to myself that I would continue saving so that I can send my children to school for them have good jobs in the future.”)

A former kasambahay, CarieLabro, 38-years old, was able to put up her own sari-sari store using Cebuana Lhuillier Micro Savings

For CarieLabro, a 38-year-old former housekeeper, her micro savings paved the way for her micro entrepreneurship. When her kids started asking for more time to spend with her, Carie decided to take a leap of faith and resign from her post as a housekeeper so she could be more present for her growing kids.

With the PHP10,000 she initially saved in her Micro Savings account, Labroopened a small store which she now maintains as her main source of income. Like Velez, she has vigilantly kept up with her micro savings.She now saves part of her earnings in her account as an emergency fund for her and her kids.

Taking advantage of the renewed interest in saving, Cebuana Lhuillier Bank continues to push for accessibility and convenience for their breakthrough product. The two-time Asian Banking & Finance Award winner for Rural Bank of the Year has adapted an innovative approach by adapting more tech features for micro savings.

“The success of Cebuana Lhuillier Micro Savings encouraged us to further push the envelope in bringing convenience, accessibility, reliability, and efficient banking to our clients. The change in how people access financial services nowadays served as our push towards digitalization,” said Cebuana Lhuillier Bank President Dennis Valdes.

In addition to Cebuana Lhuillier branches, owners of micro savings accounts have access to over 21,000+ BancNet ATMs nationwide, over 350,000 UnionPay and BancNet accredited stores nationwide, and online shopping through UnionPay merchants. They also have 24/7 unlimited access to their accounts via the eCebuana app.

 

 

 

 

October 29, 2022 by
Lifestyle, News

Home Credit’s Qwarta has made shopping on Lazada more convenient, So what are you waiting for? Check out muna yan!

There has been a significant shift in the previous several years in the shopping habits of customers. Filipino shoppers are now conducting the majority of their shopping online, trying on garments virtually, adding items to virtual shopping carts, and checking out their purchases with swipes and clicks as opposed to pushing trolleys through grocery aisles and trying on clothes in actual boutiques.

Furthermore, this tendency is here to stay as more and more customers realize the convenience of being able to buy anywhere and get simple access to technology and digital tools. Home Credit Philippines, the lifestyle partner of every Filipino, is collaborating with Lazada Philippines to give Filipinos a more enjoyable and convenient shopping experience in order to stay up with this trend and the rising customer expectations.

Starting on October 19, customers of Home Credit’s Qwarta can add Qwarta credits to their Lazada wallets to make online shopping and checkout even simpler.

Credit in an app!

Qwarta is Home Credit’s virtual limit provided to its existing customers with good track record and payment history. It is an additional Php 10,000 spending limit within the Home Credit app to increase Home Credit customers’ purchasing power.

Qwarta can be used to pay bills and utilities without additional cost, shop or buy loads with discounts, purchase via QR Code, and earn rewards!

Check out now, pay later!

Been eyeing to check out something off your cart but your wallet just can’t grant that yet? Home Credit and Lazada’s partnership now allows Qwarta users to check out and use their Qwarta credits and pay the entire amount in monthly installments.

Tempted yet? Here’s more: Qwarta users are also saving on processing fees and hidden charges, plus tons of exclusive promos and discounts to avail! Most importantly, Qwarta users are assured of safe and secured processing and shopping experience with both brands adhering to stringent security measures.

Check out with Qwarta in few, easy steps

It’s just as easy as one, two, three: Qwarta users only need to grab their phones and open their My Home Credit App. Then select “Top up” from the app dashboard, choose a gift card amount, review your payment details and confirm by entering your PIN. Lastly, copy the Lazada Gift Card code and redeem it in the Lazada App — just that quick!

For Lazada users, you can also easily top up your wallet by opening the Lazada app, and accessing your Lazada wallet. Select ‘Loans’ and choose Home Credit as your top-up option and voila! You’re all set to check out those Lazada trendy and affordable finds, and get them quickly through the platform’s fast and free shipping.

And what’s good about this is that when topping up an amount on Lazada or redeeming the Lazada Gift Card code through the Home Credit app, the funds will be credited real-time!

So what are you still waiting for? Download the My Home Credit App and top off your Lazada Wallet with Qwarta credits to complete your purchase right away!

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) have properly licensed and overseen the financing firm Home Credit Philippines. Visit the Home Credit Philippines website at www.homecredit.ph to find out more about the most recent news. You may also follow the company’s official profiles on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Customers are urged to download the Home Credit App from Google Play in order to learn more about the newest promotions and discover what has recently appeared in the market.

 

 

October 26, 2022 by
Lifestyle

The Round One Platform was formally launched in the Philippines

On Wednesday, October 12, at the Solaire Resort and Casino Manila, Round One, the nation’s first equity crowdfunding platform, was formally unveiled. After the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published its crowdfunding laws and regulations a few months earlier, conceptualization of the platform started toward the end of 2019. As a result, Round One received permission to start doing business on February 23 of this year.

Through the platform, business owners seeking funding can start annual public securities sales campaigns for up to 50 million pesos. Round One does in-depth due diligence on investors and business owners (sometimes referred to as “issuers”) on the platform. Issuers must upload investment offering materials and specify all pertinent information about their fundraising objective, including the share price and the conditions of the securities being issued, in order to maintain transparency.

On the other hand, only registered and verified investors may commit to campaigns. All monetary transactions are safekept by Round One’s partner banks and financial institutions through the duration of a campaign to ensure the proper handling of investor cash.

“Round One shall provide a good holistic solution for entrepreneurs not just as a fundraising avenue, but also in attracting experts from all sectors to mentor them to grow and improve.” said Ms. Marian Peña, Chairman and President of Eastern Securities Development Corporation (ESDC), the stock brokerage that manages and operates Round One.

IN PHOTO (L-R): Ms. Charmaine Co, Marketing Head of Round One; Mr. Brandon Leong, Business Unit Lead of Round One; Ms. Marian Peña, Chairman and President of ESDC; Commissioner Kelvin Lee of the SEC; and Mr. Willy Ocier, Director of ESDC.

Present during the launch was SEC Commissioner Kelvin Lee, who delivered the keynote address and lauded Round One for making a “bold move in a new and fast-moving industry.”

IN PHOTO (L-R): Ms. Charmaine Co; Ms. Christina Leong, VP for Research of ESDC; Mr. Brandon Leong; Ms. Marian Peña; Dr. Sergio Ortiz-Luis, Honorary Chair & Treasurer and Director of Trade Facilitation & CSR of PCCI; and Mr. Willy Ocier.

In addition, Dr. Sergio Ortiz-Luis, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Honorary Chair & Treasurer and Director of Trade Facilitation & CSR, and Ms. Corazon Halili-Dichosa, the Board of Investment’s Executive Director of Industry Development Services offered messages of support. Mr. Winston Damarillo, CEO and founder of Talino Labs Ventures, spoke to issuers on his own experience of crowdfunding abroad.

Also in attendance were SEC Director Vicente Graciano P. Felizmenio, Jr. of the Markets and Securities Regulation Dept.; Ms. Alegria Limjoco, Founder and Chairperson of the Philippine Franchise Association; Atty. Marion Ivy Decena, Director of the DOST-Technology Application and Promotion Institute; Mr. Pierangelo A. Dominguez, Head of the Quezon City Local Economic Investment Promotions Office; and various members of startup and SME enablers, private equity investors, entrepreneurs, and association and institution partners.

IN PHOTO: The Round One team with the first cohort of issuers and representatives from QBO Innovation Hub.

Among Round One’s first cohort of committed issuers are Alaga Health Inc., Burket.PH Inc., Cocotel International Inc., IOL Inc., LGUSuite Inc., Raven Global Inc., Filipay (Service Economy Applications Inc.), Tipaklong Sustainable Mobility Corp., and UNAWA. The cohort was presented during the launch through a panel discussion, where they discussed their forthcoming fundraising campaigns on the platform and engaged the audience’s questions.

“Our goal as a platform is quite simple: for Round One be an avenue for every entrepreneur, startup, and SME to access every kind of support they need on their journey,” shared Mr. Brandon Leong, Business Unit Lead of Round One. “We’re excited to officially go live so that all these issuers can finally launch their campaigns and get themselves out there.”

Round One is a division of Eastern Securities Development Corporation (ESDC), a stock brokerage with the proper registration and a longstanding participant in the Philippine Stock Exchange. The platform, which is governed by the SEC, acts as a financial middleman between startups, SMEs, and potential investors.

The goal of Round One is to enable Filipinos to make investments in one another. Visit www.roundone.ph for additional information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

October 25, 2022 by
Lifestyle

Dreams being planted in Benguet with the “Grow Trees Community”

John Dizon, Jr. of Benguet-based environmental conservation group NAMALISA plants trees in support of SM Foundation’s and Fast Retailing Foundation’s Grow Trees Community project.

John Dizon, Jr. and his family have long been responsible custodians of the protected trees in the Tuba, Benguet village. He gladly accepted the responsibility when the time came to do so in order to preserve his father’s legacy. “My father passed away in 2012. It was then that we found out that the area he is managing in collaboration with the government was part of a community-based forest management program,” said Mr. Dizon.

Following a year, Mr. Dizon, who is currently the leader of the environmental protection organization Nagawa, Manganese, Liw-Liw, Sadle Agroforestry Assoc. Inc. (NAMALISA), to continue his father’s cause, began cooperating closely with the SM Foundation for a first tree-planting initiative back in 2013.

With the impact of climate change more felt in recent years, Mr. Dizon shared the importance of planting more trees in communities to thin out air pollutants in keeping the air fresh and people healthier. The trees which his father planted also helped prevent soil erosion and landslides caused by earthquakes.

He nurtures a dream that some of his children will take after him to help protect the environment. Getting closer to that dream, one of his sons is eyeing a career in forestry, a nod to his father’s chosen field.

To further this advocacy, Mr. Dizon supports the reforestation initiative of SM Foundation, Inc., the social good arm of SM and the Fast Retailing Foundation (FR Foundation), a general incorporated foundation in Japan through the Grow Trees Community campaign.

The project aims to plant and grow forest trees such as the Benguet pine, Alnus or Calliandra and Coffee trees to also help create livelihood opportunities for the community by working closely with People’s Organizations such as NAMALISA in Tuba, Benguet.

People’s Organization NAMALISA plant trees at the launch of Grow Trees Community in Tuba, Benguet

The proponents teamed up with SM Supermalls and government partners such as the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Department of Social Welfare and Development, Department of Agriculture, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, Department of Trade and Industry, Department of Science and Technology, Philippine National Police, Philippine Information Agency and the local government of Tuba.

Grow Trees Community was previously launched in Nasugbu, Batangas and Macabebe, Pampanga.  Across the three locations, the project aims to plant over 200,000 seedlings and propagules.

It is in support of the SM Green Movement, which aims to improve community quality of life by promoting a greener world, greener way of life, and a greener culture.

The FR Foundation prioritizes advancing research aimed at improving the world, advancing technological advancement, developing human resources, and aiding those who are socially vulnerable.

It belongs to Fast Retailing Company. Ltd., a top Japanese retailer and owner of the beloved casual wear label Uniqlo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

October 24, 2022 by