For a rewarding and satisfying shopping experience, Sa Watsons Ako!

Leading health, wellness, and beauty retailer Watsons gives you a selection of over 10,000 products in over 900 physical stores as well as its online store. But beyond that, Watsons offers so much more.

Watsons, a part of the A.S. Watsons Group, is the world's largest health and beauty retailer. Watsons launched in the Philippines in 2002, a time when the concept of having a wide selection of health, wellness, and personal care products under one roof was still new in the country.

For pharmacists that care, Sa Watsons Ako

Watsons offers convenience with OTC and prescription medications and health and wellness services, including COVID-19 vaccinations via Resbakuna and blood glucose ang pressure checks. Watsons is also known for caring customer service with competent pharmacists who go the extra mile to address customer's questions and concerns. Watsons pharmacists talk to patients and customers one by one without rushing through them, pointing out, for example, the difference between branded and generic medications, as each branch is adequately staffed.

Give your skin and hair extra UV protection with Rosy Peel Plus

Much as we love the sun, we do not like what it can do to our skin. The damage the sun does to skin, which is known as photoaging, can result in wrinkles, fine lines, dark spots and melasma and overall early aging. It’s not just the skin that can be affected by sun damage. Excessive sun exposure can dry your hair and even burn your scalp.

To avoid the harmful effects of the sun, always wear sunscreen when going out and protective clothing if you know you’re going to be exposed for long periods of time. Avoid sun exposure during the middle of the day, from about 10am to 3pm because this is when sunburn-causing ultraviolet rays are at their strongest. 

Boost your summer protection with Rosy Peel Plus so your skin and hair stay healthy in any weather. Rosy Peel Plus is an FDA-approved herbal beauty supplement that combines the power of collagen, which is the most abundant protein in the human body. Collagen makes up 75 percent of skin’s support structure. It helps keep skin soft, supple and young-looking. However, collagen production declines with age and exposure to factors such as smoking and UV light. Taking Rosy Peel Plus will help give your skin strength and elasticity.

Rosy Peel Plus has natural ingredients such as strawberry extract to give your skin the love it deserves. Strawberry extract has anti-aging properties and is rich in vitamin C, collagen and folic acid. Rosy Peel Plus also contains guava extract, which helps reduce wrinkles and dark spots and also has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Meanwhile, kamias provides relief from swelling and also brightens skin while the berry-like bignay is rich in antioxidants so it helps fight aggressors such as pollution that can further damage skin.

Rosy Peel Plus provides skin clarity and UV protection. It also keeps hair hydrated and even helps it grow faster.

The benefits of taking Rosy Peel Plus go beyond aesthetics. It also protects your body and helps it heal from illnesses and even cuts and wounds, thanks to its vitamin C content.

Rosy Peel Plus is available at leading drugstores such as Mercury Drug and online channels such as Lazada, Shopee, Zalora and Zilingo. You can also get Rosy Peel Plus from Grab Mart and MetroMart for same-day delivery.

For more information on how you can be sun smart and #RosyForYourself with Rosy Peel Plus, follow @rosypeelplus on Instagram, and follow and like /RosyPeelPlus on Facebook.

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Take self-care to the next level with Rosy Peel Plus

The world is rosier when women are empowered to make decisions about their lives and their bodies. Self-care is one of the best things women can do for themselves.

As it’s International Women’s Month, here are some tips on how you can practice some self-care:

1. Make time for breakfast, which is considered the most important part of the day. You don’t need an hour. Just 15-20 minutes a day to savor your toast, coffee and fruit are enough to give you a a good head start.

2. Cleanse your face properly before bedtime. Double cleansing is always advised especially if you wear makeup or apply skincare products during the day.

3. Take little breaks during your work day to do the things you love, such a playing with your pets or watering your plants.

4. For International Women's Month, take self-care to another level by taking Rosy Peel Plus, an FDA-approved herbal beauty supplement.

Rosy Peel combines the power of collagen and natural ingredients in a capsule that contains strawberry extract, guava, kamias and bignay.

Beko welcomes Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo as new brand ambassador

Europe's leading appliance brand, Beko, names actress, entrepreneur, celebrity cook and true pro mom Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo as its new face for its “live like a pro” campaign in the Philippines. Partnering with Beko, a brand trusted in over 140 countries, seem like a perfect match for Judy Ann who personally believes that Beko makes it easy for people to live healthier lives, thanks to the advanced technologies in the brand’s appliances. 

“Whenever I’m offered an endorsement or ambassadorship, I study it carefully. It has to be a product or brand that I use or I will use. At naniniwala ako na Beko is a perfect fit for me, not only because they have appliances like cookers, refrigerators and ovens but also because their values as a brand in providing healthier lifestyle to Filipino families align with mine,” said Judy Ann.

Beko Introduces HarvestFresh Technology in Refrigerators

The past year has made us pay great attention to our health. Not only have we incorporated various routines to improve our hygiene to prevent sickness, but we have also paid special care to our workout routines and the food that we take. What we put in our body is such an underrated consideration. We have to make sure that we only consume fresh and healthy produce which can be time consuming and costly. Good thing there are new technologies introduced that would help us keep our food fresh for longer and nutrients in food intact.

Inspired by nature, powered by light, HarvestFresh is the innovative technology developed for Beko fridges. Intended to mimic the 24-hour sun cycle and natural sunlight, HarvestFresh uses three colors—green, blue and red. During the first four hours of the HarvestFresh cycle, the crisper lights will shine blue, mimicking dawn and the first light of day. This is followed by two hours of green light replicating midday and a six hours of red light imitating the more muted tones of dusk. The drawers will then turn dark for 12 hours to represent nighttime.

Liven Up Your Home with Photowall

Staying at home for almost 24/7 had me quite obsessed with home decor. We recently had our home renovated so working with a blank canvas is definitely exciting. While furniture is already in place, I am still on a lookout for other details that would complete the look I am going for. I already have noted some local Instagram shops that I wanted to get frames from, so I was delighted when Photowall contacted me for a collaboration.

Tokyo III Canvas Print from Photowall

Photowall is a Swedish company that offers unique and quality wallpaper and prints for your homes. They specialize on wall murals and wallpapers that could spice up your wall in an instant. Aside from that, they also offer more than 14,000 motifs of canvas prints, framed prints, and posters to decorate any space at your home. And if none of these 14k motifs suits your taste, they also offer quality printing of your own images as a wallpaper, canvas print, or framed print. 

Decorate your home office instantly with canvas prints or framed prints

The Importance of Prioritizing Health and Wellness

Family and good health are the two most important things to us right now. Our lives have been shaken up by this pandemic and now, we are focusing on wellness by treating our bodies better. As we now turn our attention toward making good health a new way of life, you can count on Watsons to be with you every step of the way. Here are a few recommendations from Watsons on what you can do at home to help keep your immunity strong and your family healthy. 

Be active

Physical activity of at least 30 minutes a day has immediate and long-term health benefits. Exercising helps us get fit, improves our mood and even helps boost the health of our internal organs. Being active also helps strengthen our immune system. 

Eat right 

A good diet is important in helping strengthen your family’s immunity. There are plenty of antioxidants-boosting foods that you can incorporate easily into your daily recipes, from healthy vegetables such as carrots and broccoli to flavorful aromatics like onions, garlic and ginger. You can also end your meals with a warm cup of comfort courtesy of Nutrabliss by Watsons Tea. Tea is also an antioxidant so it's good for you.

5 Telltale Signs You’re Constipated + Ways on How to Manage Your Discomfort

The holiday season is fast approaching and everyone's up for tons of gatherings and parties in the coming days. But in the midst of merrymaking, discomfort, days of waiting and, sometimes, tears are only some of the things constipated people would have to go through on a daily basis.

You know that expression, “It looks like you’re constipated,” referring to your facial expression? That means you have a pained look; an expression that conveys you’ve been suffering.

The suffering is real. There is no pleasure derived from constipation. A person is supposed to poop every day or at least regularly, not twice a week. Moving your bowels should give you a feeling of relief, not pain and more suffering.

So how do you know you’re constipated? Here are some common signs:

1. You poop less than three times a week . While it is not true that you should move your bowels every day in order to be in the non-constipated category , less than three times a week is too much. 

2. Your poop is painful, dry and dark. According to the Bristol Stool Chart , if your stool is hard to pass, lumpy and shaped like nuts, you are constipated. You are doing okay if your stool looks like a sausage, has cracks on the surface and is soft and smooth. It is not true that your stools need to be very soft. In fact, having very soft stools that are bordering on being almost liquid is a sign that there is a problem.

3. You’re always gassy. Yes, it can be embarrassing to always be farting, especially when you’re in a public place or, heaven forbid, while out on a date! But being flatulent can be a sign of constipation. Yes, farting isn’t necessarily a sign that you’re on the verge of pooping. Having stored feces makes it difficult for a constipation to pass gas normally and this can result in flatulence . 

4. Bleeding. If you see blood in your stool, you may be constipated. Having bloody stools can be caused by anal fissures resulting from hard bowel movement . But it can also mean there is bleeding somewhere in your digestive tract. It is best to have it checked by a doctor.

5. You need a laxative to poop. Laxatives stimulate the lining of the intestine to haste the stool's journey through the colon. They also help increase stool's hydration .

It’s not true that taking laxatives is an unhealthy habit. There is no evidence that use of stimulant laxatives leads to serious health problems .

With decades of clinically proven efficacy and scientific expertise, Bisacodyl (Dulcolax®) is the No. 1 laxative in the Philippines.

Bisacodyl (Dulcolax®) helps you be in control of your life by helping you poop regularly. If you poop regularly without any straining or pain, you don’t feel bloated or gassy. It can make your life easier. Not worrying about constipation will give you time to enjoy the more important things in life like time with family and friends, traveling, going on adventures and many others.

For more information, visit www.dulcolax.com.ph

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All content found in this press release were created for informational purposes only; and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Kindly seek the advice of your attending physician regarding questions you may have about a medical condition. Please do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of information you obtained on this press release.

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Kiehl's Launches the Ginger Leaf and Hibiscus Mask in a Night of Indulgence

When Kiehl's invited me for a product launch, I wasn't sure what to expect. I knew it would be extravagant for sure, but I was still totally mind blown when I got there. We were surprisingly treated to a night of total pampering and indulgence. The event was held at no other than Okada Manila's 420sqm luxurious Presidential Suite which was filled with fresh flowers making each corner Instagram-able.

Every corner was Instagram-able at the Kiehl's slumber party

Wine-colored robes for the guests

I didn't wanna leave this bed!

Guests were clad in wine-colored silk robes to complete the slumber party look. We were actually asked to don pajama chic looks, but the robes definitely took our ootd to the next level. To make us more comfy and relaxed, we got to lounge in the suite's one king and two queen-sized Terry cotton beds covered in luxurious Rivolta Carmignani Italian linens and feather down pillows. I swear I didn't wanna leave the suite that night! 

Sam Concepcion x Ben&Ben: We Are Family

Whatever the genre, whatever the era, good music will contain the seeds of universal truths.  While most songs are understandably about romantic love, it still is notable that there are few songs about the love that can be found in the family.  Ben X Ben are especially qualified to be part of a song about family because they are literally related as well as a family that was formed by love for music.  And song writer and guitarist Paolo Benjamin Guico shares, “Sam (Concepcion) became part of our band!”  So bonded are Ben and Ben that for their interview, they refused to begin until all nine members were present and ready to begin.  The band was started by twins Paolo Miguel Guico and Miguel Benjamin Guico, hence their band name; and has now grown to include Poch Barretto on lead guitar, Jam Villanueva on drums, Agnes Resona on bass, Patricia Lasaten on keyboards, Ton Muñoz on percussion, and backing vocals and Kiefer Cabugao on vocals.  For all of them to bond so strongly and effortlessly with Sam Concepcion, not just on the songwriting but on the performing and recording as well, is proof positive that music can truly unite people.  “We just connected as a family, sakto lang talaga” Sam insists.

“Talking about the family can be so cheesy, too cheesy!  And sometimes, the emotions can also be too close to home,” admits Paolo.  “Maybe it’s just easier to talk about love in general, than to say that its about a family,” Sam supposes when asked about the rarity of songs that delve into the dynamics of a family.  Very early on in the process, they all honed in on that aspect of going back to your roots.  “Just go back, go back , that was very clear.  To what family is and what a beautiful story that can be,” Sam reveals.  It was a good parallel to their process.  “Yes, it could have been difficult, we’re all very different people but what made us gel is that we all felt the same about the family.”  The Ben and Ben family all admit that while their songs might be smooth and easy to listen to, there are some deep and potentially heartbreaking aspects to their lyrics as well.  “We’re nine so that’s nine different experiences from nine different families, so we find what can cross the all that,” Agnes observes.  But even with all that, Paolo says it was easy to find their groove.  “It really just happened.”  Miguel then adds, “Even if we had to build the song slowly, everyone just understood the feeling we wanted.”  Paolo then says, “And once we started jamming , there was just that magic of playing together.” 

Taste the sounds of Pinoy music as Sam Concepcion and Ben&Ben collaborate for Coke Studio Season 2. Catch them on October 7, at 11:15 a.m. before ASAP on ABS-CBN or on www.youtube.com/CokeStudioPH

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Ash Hair Dreams Achieved at Retro Salon Fairview

I've always wanted to have legit ash hair, not exactly gray or silver hair but that light brown hair with an ash shade. I find it just so hard to achieve that, first, because black hair that's been bleached tends to have orange or yellow undertones that makes it look brassy and second, because you can only get ash hair when done professionally.

Loreal Majirel ash shades

When I was invited to Retro Salon in Fairview a few weeks back, I was only expecting to take a peek at the salon for a feature. Little did I know that I would get my dream hair color that exact day. 

I am no pro when it comes to deciding on what shade would perfectly suit me so I was thankful that their senior stylist, Ms. Rose, had something solid in mind. I would actually settle with ash brown hair but she thinks it would look better it I get highlights. My only request was that I hope the latter would be subtle.

Before

The first part of the entire process was foil highlighting. They manually (and tediously) separated small portions of hair and placed developer on it. They wrapped it in aluminum foil to make sure that it won't affect the rest of my hair because it would surely make the hair much lighter. It was set for 15 minutes before heading to the second step. 

Foil highlighting

While waiting for the highlights to become as light as the intended it to be, they applied ash hair dye to the rest of my hair. This makes the whole process a lot faster since it's like hitting two birds with one stone (highlights and hair color at the same time) . They didn't added hair color to my roots yet though because this part tends to lighten the fastest. They used Loreal Majirel for my hair color. I have super long hair so it was quite a work to apply the products on my hair. At this point, there were three of them that needs to work on my hair. They have quite a number of stylists and staff so when such situation happens, they have the ample number of people to work on their clients even on a busy day.

Hair coloring in between

After 20 minutes, they applied the rest of the hair color at my roots. I suggest you allot ample time if you want to have highlights and treatment made because it's gonna take a while. While waiting, you may make use of their magazines or just engage in a conversation with your stylist. They're super friendly! 

After finishing up the roots

When the alarm went off, I was taken to the shampoo area to have everything rinsed. I have to be honest but I was quite shocked when I saw the bleached strands of hair that was supposed to be my highlights. I thought that was the end of it. But after they rinsed my hair, they applied gray hair color to my hair to give the highlights that ash tone. 

Hair treatment

Although not really part of the hair coloring process, I had my hair treated. I know it's an additional expense but if you want to keep on coloring and dyeing your hair, this is a good investment. Coloring puts so much toll on the hair that it becomes brittle and dry. With treatments, you can repair your hair to keep it healthy and shiny.

Final result

After another batch of rinsing, I had my hair dried and curled. When I saw my newly colored hair (even before I had my temporary waves), I was so in love! I wasn't sure how ash would look on me or how highlights would look on me, but both turned out awesome. Ms. Rose definitely know what she's doing here. I've been getting lots of compliments on my hair.

After curling

When I got my curls thereafter, I wished they were permanent! The highlights stand out well with wavy hair. I like it also when I put my hair up and the highlights would peek on the sides. It's quite eye catching, but in a good way. By the way, my hair didn't dry up after the process. My hair remained straight and soft. I just use purple/non-sulfate shampoo and conditioner to maintain the ash shade.

Price at Retro Salon varies depending on hair length. Prices start at P1550 and up for permanent Loreal hair color and P1050 and up for foil highlighting. If you have extremely long hair (like me) or thick hair, expect the price to be a tad different from the above mentioned figures. You can have your hair assessed before undergoing any procedure. And the figures that they will state during assessment is the final price so you won't get surprised after.

You may visit Retro Salon Fairview at Angelenix House, Commonwealth Corner Camaro Street, Novaliches, Quezon City. You may call them at (02)9354436 or (0917)1460289 for more inquiries and to set an appointment. Don't forget to check out their Facebook page at https://facebook.com/MetroSalonFairview.

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It’s Dad’s day—help him look good, feel great

He was the first man in your life. He carried you as a baby when mom was too tired and sleep-deprived to do so. He changed your diapers and stayed up at night even when he was tired from work. When you started school, he woke up an hour early to take you on his way to work. He’d also bring you to mall outings with friends and even parties. He made you look good, feel great during challenging times, such as when someone bullied you at school.

Dad may not be at home most of the time but when he is, he makes sure he spends quality time with you. Now that you’re all grown up and caught up with the realities of life, time spent with your father isn’t as much as it was when you were a child and in school.

Watsons’ video for Father’s Day (bit.ly/WATSONSHAPPYFATHERSDAY) reminds us that before all these comic book and movie superheroes, we already had a superhero in our life and that’s Dad. 

Now, it’s your turn to make Dad look and feel great.

Here are some heartfelt suggestions:

Take him to lunch or dinner at his favorite restaurant and foot the bill. Now that you’re a professional, take your dad on a Father’s Day date. Surprise him! 

Even better than a meal at a restaurant is a meal you made yourself. With YouTube tutorials, it is so easy to prepare and cook a good meal. Your dad will be happy and proud, no matter what the results.

Give your father the gift of good health by putting together vitamins and supplements so he will be healthier. Dad may no longer be young but he can live a long and fulfilling life if he takes care of his health.

Book him a session or two with a fitness trainer who can come up with a realistic health program for him. Your dad may be too busy or not have the time to exercise but with the right information, he’ll have no excuses and get right on to it.

More than any material thing, your father will appreciate the gift of love. Make time from your busy schedule to be with him and reconnect, not just for lunch or dinner. Send him an SMS everyday or give him a call to let him know that despite your being an adult, he is still your superhero.

To learn more about the video, visit the Watsons Philippines Facebook page and watsonsph on Instagram. To learn more about Watsons, visit http://www.watsons.com.ph

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Have fun in the sun but be kind to your skin—the Sun Patrol is watching

The summer heat is on full effect! Time to get out there, get that golden tan in your most stunning summer threads, and sit back with a nice cold refreshing beverage in hand. Pretty sight, isn't it? However, while the sun, sea, sand, and breeze collectively paint an amazing imagery of summer, one could also imagine how these elements can damage the skin when exposed without protection.

Have you ever stepped outdoors without any sun protection? You'd be surprised a lot of people are guilty of this. While we all dread the signs of aging, most of us don't make an effort to be kind to our skin. Some might say they actually protect their skin by using sunblock. But probably the important question to ask is, are you doing enough and are you doing it right?

Have you ever gone out of the house without an SPF of at least 30? Do you apply sun protection only on your face and neglect the other exposed parts of your body? Do you forget to reapply sunscreen every two hours? Do you apply less than a pea- sized amount of sunblock on your face?

If you answered YES to these, then you are committing serious violations against your skin.

Better be on the lookout then because The Kojie•san Sunblock Sun Patrol is watching to see if you commit more skin care violations and they could make a Citizen’s Arrest! Before they get to you though, you've got to make sure you know a couple of things. 

A variety of factors can cause damage to your skin but the biggest culprit is sun exposure! The sun’s ultraviolet rays break down collagen and elastin, making the skin rough and uneven. These rays also affect the melanocytes, which have something to do with the skin’s pigmentation.

What’s worse is that when your skin ages prematurely due to unprotected sun exposure—you can get wrinkles, brown spots and even skin cancer!

What can you do to prevent this? Stay out of the sun during the middle of the day when the sun’s rays are strongest, wear protective clothing such as hats and umbrellas and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen, which protect against both UVA and UVB rays, with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher. And yes, before the Kojie•san Sun Patrol makes another Citizen’s Arrest—don’t forget to reapply every two hours for maximum protection.

Kojie•san Sunblock is the only sun care brand in the Philippines with Sunactyl, which helps relieve and repair skin from sun damages caused by sun exposure.

Sunactyl protects the skin against UVA and UVB damage through the glutathione system. It also fights UV-stress and heat-stress.

The products include Kojie•san Sunblock SPF 69 PA+++; Kojie•san Sunblock Face SPF 50 PA+++; Kojie•san Sunscreen SPF 55 PA+++ with Lightening; Kojie•san Sunblock Sport SPF 50 PA+++; Kojie•san Before Sunspray SPF 50; Kojie•san After Sunspray and Kojie•san Kids SPF 30 and SPF 50.

All Kojie•san Sunblock products have broad-spectrum protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays to prevent sunburn and premature skin aging.

So don’t be afraid to go out in the sun and enjoy the beach and indulge in other outdoor activities. But make sure to slather on your Kojie•san Sunblock because the Kojie•san Sun Patrol is ready to make a Citizen’s Arrest anytime you commit a skin crime.

If you want to know more about this, go to the @kojiesansunblockph Facebook page.

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Love Yourself a Little More with this Health and Beauty Retailer's Newest Campaign

If you are following me on Instagram, you have probably seen my post regarding self love. As I have mentioned there, self love is the new relationship goals. We tend to try to please everyone to the point that we sometimes forget about ourselves. But the truth is we can only give love to others if we are overflowing with love ourselves.

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Glad that there are companies like Watsons reminding us to give ourselves a little more love with its recently launched online video, http://bit.ly/WatsonsPH. Check it out and get let it inspire you. Also, learn a thing or two about self-love from that video.

The misconception about self love is that it is selfish. Self love that is not conceited is anything but that. Self-love involves taking care of yourself, not losing touch with who you are despite the stresses of everyday life. Taking care of your health, face, hair and skin are some of the basic aspects of self-love because when you look good, you feel great.

Self-love starts with self-awareness, which means knowing your strengths and weaknesses and likes and dislikes. It can mean anything from doing something that will make you feel great like wearing a new pair of shoes or applying red lipstick on a Monday to make you look good. It means being kinder to yourself and being more forgiving of yourself.

So what steps can you take to love yourself more and, in the process, feel great? Here are some suggestions:

1. Be aware. It all starts with knowing who you are and what you can do.

2. Don’t procrastinate. So one of your New Year’s resolutions is to achieve glowing skin. Don’t wait until the year is over to have a realistic skin care routine based on proper cleansing, moisturizing and sun protection.

3. Be goal-oriented. Proper sleep, exercise and good nutrition are only some of the steps you should take to achieve your goals. List down your goals and think carefully how you can achieve them.

4. Don’t be too hard on yourself. You’re not perfect; nobody is. If you are overweight, you can do something about it. If you look tired, there’s a reason for that. It’s not because you were born that way.

5. Realize that you’re not alone. So many people struggle with lack of time or will to take proper care of yourself. Watsons encourages people to love themselves more to look good and feel great. 

To learn more about the video, visit the Watsons Philippines Facebook page and watsonsph on Instagram.

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Relax and Rejuvenate at Antara Wellness Spa

If there's anything I could think of as my guilty pleasure, it would definitely be getting a massage. But when I come to think of it, I feel like it is more of a necessity than a luxury. Just imagine coming from a busy week at school or work feeling tired and stressed. I don't think there is no other to way to relieve such stress than a good massage. 

Perfect vibes for a massage!

Recently, I have come across a new spa bordering Makati and Manila called Antara Wellness Spa. And I think the name of the spa suits is location because 'Antara' literally means "In Between" in Hindi. The concept of this new place is to be a haven from one's daily life and I think it definitely is one.

It's all in the details here at Antara

How to Make Your Next Travel Stress-free

Traveling is one easy way wherein we could escape the stresses entailing our daily lives. When times get tough and we feel so burned out, traveling can make all those negativity go away. Whether you prefer hanging out by the beach while listening to the crashing waves or catching up the sunrise, you'll be sure to have a clear mind and renewed energy after a peaceful and well-rested time off from reality.

It cannot be denied though that there are times when travel brings us stress due to things within and also beyond our control. The list is endless although the frequent ones that we encounter are delayed flights and trips, overbooked accommodations, and so on. So to keep you sane and on track, here are some tips you could use to make your next travel as stress-free as possible.

Buy tickets ahead

This goes both as to bus or flight tickets. Not only will you be able to reserve a seat for the travel date of your choice, but you could also save more. You could get more affordable flights to Cebu, Coron, or Boracay by booking way ahead than your scheduled trip.

Make a travel plan

Spontaneous trips may be pleasant and adventurous, a well planned trip is always the best way to go if you want a stress-free travel. It is when you have set everything out to the last detail can you have genuine peace of mind during your vacation. Sort out your itinerary by checking travel blogs and other reviews in the internet. You may also create your own based on recommendations by friends and acquaintances. To maximize your peaceful vacation, I suggest steering away from crowded tourist destinations and pick out a nature adventure that you'll surely enjoy

Make reservations

Of course, it is always best to book your accommodations ahead. Some hotels even give huge discounts for early reservations. By such, you'll have no other thing to do when you arrive at your destination but to check in and relax! The same goes with popular restaurants that you know are always packed. By reserving ahead, you are sure to get seats during your visit.

Keep an open mind

With everything planned and set for your trip, a room for change should always be recognized. There are times when things won't still go as planned despite all precautions made. When such occur, always keep an open mind and check out your other options so that your trip won't get ruined. You may also make a Plan B to keep you on track.

Vacations and travel should never be stressful or expensive. I see it as the only means by which we could truly relax and enjoy while learning and gaining new experiences. By keeping in mind all such tips given, you are assured of a stress-free and delightful travel.

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#DefyTheDay with Kratos Strong Coffee

I have always felt like more is expected from everyone nowadays. You could not just do a single thing and be good with it. Applying it to Plato's idea of roles in the society, you can't just be the best Philosopher King that there is, or the best auxiliary that there is, or the best artisan that there is. You have to be all of them at the same time and be good at all of them. Times have definitely gone tougher and we have to be tougher than anything that that would come our way.

I strongly agree that the youth nowadays are urban warriors living a multifaceted like. They defy expectations by outdoing themselves all the time. Admittedly, it is hard to keep up with everyday life. That is why there are weapons we could use to help us #defytheday and win our daily battles, such as the new Kratos Strong Coffee.

Go Healthy with Aussie Oranges

I believe that most of our daily activities take their toll on our health one way or another. The same could be said more so when we take into consideration other factors such as stress and pollution. With that, I think it is important that we pay attention to our lifestyle, especially when it comes to the food that we put in our body.

I am currently in the middle of my midterms week and I am feel worn out and tired already. However, I make sure to eat properly and still have decent sleep to make sure that my body would function well especially when taking my exams. Luckily, I was able to receive a bag filled with Aussie oranges a few days back! They were perfect in time for my stressful exam week.

Definitely carrying a smile today! All thanks to this bag filled with sweet, safe, and healthy Aussie oranges. Happy Sunday everyone! :) #goaussieorangesnow

A photo posted by Mish (@mishrendon) on Sep 10, 2016 at 6:03pm PDT

Honestly, I am not a fan of fruits. But these Australian oranges made me a convert. They're sweet (no sugarcoating here!) and filling. They make me feel energized, too! If you aren't convince with what oranges could do for your body, here are some reasons that could definitely change your mind:

Women Get Empowered All Around With NEW! PRIVA Perfect Care 2-in-1 Feminine Wash

The modern-day woman does not settle for anything less than perfect. From her style, to her look, down to every single detail there is to notice about her, she likes to take things up a notch. When it comes to her personal care products, she expects the same level up. Her intimate care needs are no different. In fact, Priva® is made precisely for the woman who wants more—and gets it! From the makers of pH Care, the Priva® line is the advanced whitening feminine wash used for everyday care of the modern-day woman’s intimate area with added benefits that specifically address her needs. 

Priva Assistant Product Manager Karole Santos, Chic Driven Co-Founder Issa Litton, blogger Denise Heredia, Tessa Prieto-Valdes and Phoemela Baranda at the Priva booth

Priva® partnered with the ChicDriven Women Empowerment Expo last July 16 to 17 at the Glorietta Activity Center in Ayala Center, Makati City. The expo was exactly the venue that drew Priva® women together: the ones who aspire for more and want to level up. With the “chic driven” woman in mind, the expo intended to “share, inspire, and empower women to truly have it all.” Since Priva®‘s latest variant, Perfect Care 2-in-1, highlights that same unbridled and uncompromised need of women to enjoy perfect intimate care, it came in as the perfect partner for the ChicDriven Women Empowerment Expo.

Enjoy tuna+rice anytime, anywhere with new 555 Tuna Rice

During school days, I spend all day outside and you could say that I am a fast food dependent. It's the easiest, most convenient, and cheapest meal I could get. But I realized that nothing beats home cooked meals, like adobo. Imagine my delight when Century Pacific Food, Inc., one of the leading food manufacturing companies in the country today, introduced a deliciously innovative addition to its popular 555 Tuna product line: the 555 Tuna Rice!

New 555 Tuna Rice comes in three delicious varieties: Tuna Rice Afritada, Tuna Rice Adobo, and Tuna Rice Sisig, each one capturing the essence and flavours of real home cooking.