Shopgirl Jen

I was delighted to find out that SM Light Mall along Boni Ave, Edsa is now officially opened! If you read my post of our staycation last January at SMDC Light Residences HERE, and how we loved their big pools, having a mall below the condo is a plus points. and clean the mall is located below the condo.

SMDC Light Mall is a 2-storey mall filled with lots of selections. I was expecting a sort of pop-up store or the likes, but was surprised to see that they have their own Cyberzone area, gadget stores, cinemas, a big hypermarket, national bookstore, shakeys, salon and spa, the medical city and a whole lot more.

I was only able to take photos of the Cyberzone area since there were so many people that day checking out the mall. Will post more info of the mall in the coming days since we are planning to visit it with my family (and we're just 5 minutes away. hehe). And some stores were not full operational since it was their soft opening.

Here are some photos of what you'll see inside the mall:

Congratulations to SM and SMDC for opening a mall! Can't wait to go back and check it out! I heard the 2 remaining towers in SMDC Light Residences is now ready for occupation. Visit the nearest SMDC booth to inquire.

An EGGciting EGGscapade will be happening this coming Sunday, April 5 in time for easter celebration. Parents, their kids, and other adventurous souls who want to experience a more exciting Easter can now rush to the Sky Ranch in Tagaytay for fun rides and more prizes beginning March 29 up to April 5.

The SM-owned Sky Ranch has gained attention and popularity as the go-to-place for fun rides, mesmerizing families who want something more exciting from the daily grind, and yet something that can likewise shelter them from the usual hustle and bustle of city life. The Sky Ranch has provided all that with its 19 heart-pounding rides. Those who would like a touch of nature can do a bit of horseback riding while viewing the panoramic vista of Taal Volcano. A weekend escapade can be wrapped up by a stay at the nearby Taal Vista Hotel on Aguinaldo Highway in Tagaytay.

Sky Ranch’s current “Eggciting Escapade Promo” will dazzle Easter celebrators with a live show featuring the funny Mr. Eggbert on April 5. A purchase of ticket rides worth P500 from March 29 up to April 5 will get one free ride-all-you-can event pass and one free loot bag. An eye-catching unique costume that makes you stand out from the rest will also bring a special prize.

Mr. Eggbert will start and end the Easter Event as its emcee. The musical dance numbers are guaranteed to invite participation from the audience. Then there are the games which will keep everyone happily on their toes, challenging them to find common patterns in “The Egg Match”; bring out their creativity in the “Eggciting Art Attack;” and see how good they are in a make-believe kitchen in “The Kettle Kornn Poppin’ Fun Game.”

The SM-owned Sky Ranch in Tagaytay is open daily from 8 AM to 10 PM during the weekends, and 10 AM to 10 PM during weekdays. From Manila, Sky Ranch is accessible through the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) exit to Santa Rosa, Laguna, and from there, travelers can feast their eyes on the panoramic views while on a road trip along the Santa Rosa-Tagaytay Rd. going up the hills and landscapes to Tagaytay.

Sky Ranch Tagaytay is a 5.5-hectare development by SM Prime under Commercial Properties Group and Family Entertainment Center, a wholly owned subsidiary of SM Prime in charge of the creation and installation of rides in Sky Ranch and in By The Bay park adjacent to the SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City.

For more info, you can visit its Facebook page www.facebook.com/SkyRanchTagaytay, or reach them through phone (8570100 loc 1450) or email at info.skyranch@yahoo.com.

Magic Man John Lloyd Cruz has struck again, this time kicking off the third wave of the Magic Moments campaign in the City of Pines, Baguio City.

The Magic Fun Fair set foot at the University of Baguio, where students enjoyed fair-themed game booths. Students enjoyed games such as Spill the Magic Coating, Go Fish Magic Junior, Magic Tic-Tac-Chips, Magic Wheel of Creams and of course, everyone’s favorite, the Magic Selfie with Lloydie booth wherein they could bring home printouts of their snapshots with the Magic Man’s life-sized standee.

Seeing double: While re-enacting Magic’s Television Commercial with a John Lloyd stand-in, BS Financial Management Student Charina Nuynuyan screams in surprise and delight when she finds the real deal standing beside her.

The fair became even livelier as the Acting Acting Lang booth opened its floors to students who bravely took the challenge of re-enacting Magic’s Anticipation Television Commercial. Complete with vibrant costumes, props, and cast stand-ins, the search for the day’s best actress was on as fearless females played the role of the TVC’s main character. Little did one of the participants know, she was up for more than just bragging rights of being the day’s leading lady. I can't imagine if I was in her shoes. hehe!

Expecting that a stand-in for John Lloyd Cruz will appear at the end of the stint, 20-year old Charina Nuynuyan screamed in surprise as she came face-to-face with the actual Magic Man. To add to the already-magical moment, JLC awarded Charina with a Magic Valentine Shopping Spree worth P50,000 of Robinsons gift certificates. In Robinsons Supermarket on Session Road, a lucky mommy-grocer also got the shock of her life when, after being made to wait for a free product, the Magic Man appeared out of nowhere to personally replenish the stocks. Aside from meeting the matinee idol, the mom of two, Mary Jane S. Salvador of Gabriela Silang, Baguio City, also received a Magic Valentine Package consisting of an overnight stay, dinner for two and a spa package.

More Magic Moments await lucky, unsuspecting targets as the team continues to go around the country to spread more cheer. Witness how our lucky winners were surprised by the Magic Man and like the official Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/magiccracker.

Oops! They did it again! Android users have one great reason to celebrate this summer as no less than “Best Smartphone” LG G3 is now on a grand sale until April 5, 2015 to honor its recent victory at this year’s Mobile World Congress.

The 32GB variant of the LG G3 is currently retailing for P29,9990 from its P35,990 SRP, allowing purchasers a substantial P6,000 worth of savings for the coveted handset.

“We are truly excited about all the acclaims that our current flagship smartphone is garnering both internationally and locally,” LG Mobile Philippines Vice President Jay Won said. “This celebration sale is to thank our consumers for all their great support and for being our inspiration to innovate products that make life simpler and smarter.”

The renowned LG G3 sports a vibrant 5.5-inch Quad HD Display with razor-sharp picture quality and a powerful 2.5 GHz Quad-Core processor, while its 13-megapixel camera boasts of Optical Image Stabilization Plus and Laser Auto Focus. Simple and intuitive features such as the KnockCode™, Smart Keyboard and Gesture for Selfie are encased in the G3’s slim, sleek and modern body.

The LG G3 celebration sale is available in all LG concept stores nationwide: http://bit.ly/LGG3CelebSale.

For more information on the multi-award-winning LG G3 and LG Mobile’s innovative product line, visit www.lg.com/ph or www.LGnewsroom.com, like LG Mobile Philippines’ official Facebook page or follow @LGPhilippines on Twitter and Instagram.

Are you one of those people who easily suffers from headache due to changed of weather? I do. And sometimes it last the whole day. One time my daughter Sofi asked me why I always have headaches. It cut short of the time I should be spending playing with her because I have to take a short nap thinking it might go away. I guess one way or another, we suffer from headaches that stop us from doing anything, even spending quality time with our family. Whenever I have one of those times, I always have paracetamol on hand (my hubby also suffer with headaches from time to time) to at least lessen the pain.

And now that it's summer, we want to spend as much time as possible outside enjoying outdoor activities, right? But too much heat can make us prone to headache. Good thing Panadol provides fast-acting pain relief, promises to take away the pain 5x much faster than other paracetamol.

Panadol with Optizorb® is a type of paracetamol caplet that works five times faster than regular formulation. It contains the same amount of paracetamol (500 mg) found in Panadol, so you can feel confident in its ability to relieve pain such as headache and fever.

This year, Panadol brings more focus to help take away the pain for faster recovery and more super moments with the ones you love. Bringing this life-affirming message to the fore is father/athlete/host Ryan Agoncillo, together with his son Lucho. Ryan is known to be a dedicated father to his children – Yohan and Lucho – and spends as much time as he can with his family.

“Seven out of 10 Filipinos suffer from regular headaches. The time wasted on dealing with this kind of pain should have been better spent on more important things like quality time with the family,” says Jeoffrey Yulo, General Manager – Consumer Healthcare, GSK Philippines. “This dilemma encourages GSK to continue providing a fast and effective solution like Panadol to pain sufferers. What makes Panadol with Optizorb® truly different from other branded and generic paracetamol products is that it is the only product to contain Optizorb®, which has revolutionized the way paracetamol tablets are dispersed in the body, so it allows paracetamol to reach the bloodstream more quickly and be carried to where it acts to fight pain, five times faster.”

We can now make super moments pain-free with Panadol.

Like Ryan Agoncillo, I can be a superhero to Sofi and take Panadol whenever my headache strike again.

(Paracetamol) Panadol® with Optizorb® comes in 36 x 10s dispenser box and a 10s pack. Each tablet has an SRP of PHP 4.00 and is available at all leading drugstores nationwide.

For more information on pain management, visit www.panadol.com.

#Panadol
#5xFaster
#BilisBounceBack

Want to know if you have the inner fashionista in you? Then take this Fashion Quiz to help you decide, What your next runway collection should be!

1. Choose the word that best describes your personality.

a. Wholesome

b. Classy

c. Adventurous

d. Fierce

2. Where do you usually buy your clothes?

a. Umm, at the mall.

b. My mom buys my clothes.

c. At unique weekend bazaars.

d. I make my own clothes.

3. What would you do if you met your fashion icon?

a. Freeze and instantaneously pass out.

b. My fashion icon has unfortunately gone to the other side

c. Ask for relevant fashion tips

d. I am my own fashion icon

4. Which of these patterns speak to you?

a. Embroidered

b. Plaid

c. Modern geometric

d. Houndstooth

5. It’s Fashion Week! What do you do?

a. Life goes on.

b. I’m part of Fashion Week.

c. Perhaps catch a glimpse of it on my feed

d. What’s Fashion Week?

6. Which model best fits your fashion collection?

a. Jessica Stam

b. Karlie Kloss

c. Chanel Iman

d. Coco Rocha

7. How do you feel about fashion magazines?

a. I have 32 different subscriptions

b. I flip through them for inspiration

c. In the digital age? Really?

d. I read them when I’m in the salon

8. Describe your closet

a. Neat and orderly

b. Small but curated

c. Sometimes I can see the floor

d. So. Many. Clothes.

9. An outfit isn't complete without...

a. A statement diamond necklace

b. An edgy attitude

c. Sky-high heels

d. A leather bag

10. Which color is the new black?

a. Black

b. Tartan

c. Taupe

d. Marsala

RESULTS:

Your next runway collection is...

Mostly A: HAUTE COUTURE

You got: HAUTE COUTURE

From Paris to Tokyo, you are meant to conquer the fashion world! Equipped with your trusted sewing machine and a keen eye for high fashion, get ready to set the runway ablaze with your fabulous creations!

No self-respecting haute couturier would be caught dead using second-grade sewing machine. To make your vision a reality, you need a strong and dependable workhorse. The Brother NV-55P is the sewing machine of your dreams! This stunning piece of machinery features an LCD display, centralized control panel, automatic needle threader, quick set bobbin, LED sewing light, 7-point feed, and 135 built-in stitches that includes letters. For Php 24,995.00, you can start sewing your vision to life!

MOSTLY B: EVENING GOWNS

You got: EVENING GOWNS

All the weeks of sleepless nights slaving over intricate beadwork and delicate embroidery pays off when you become the only fashion designer to the stars! Celebrities and A-listers alike will fall in line and beg you to design their evening gown for the next and hottest fashion gala in the metro.

The Brother M3034D sewing machine may just very well be a celebrity fashion designer's best friend. This impressive couturier's companion features a whopping 4-thread overlocker for easy threading, fast and simple lower looper threading system, instant rolled hem, and differential feed for perfect seams on virtually any fabric type! At just Php 21,995.00, you instantly get your money back with your first commissioned evening gown!

MOSTLY C: STREET FASHION

You got: STREET FASHION

The who's who of the metro will soon be donning your own brand of edgy urban chic and street fashion wear! Magazine editors and fashion stylists will knock on your door and practically sleep at your doorstep just to have the opportunity to have you and your collection grace the covers of all the glossies!

The Brother JS-1410 is the perfect sewing machine for budding designers and aspiring fashion entrepreneurs! This handy dandy equipment has 14 built-in stitches, 4-step automatic buttonhole, top load bobbin, LED sewing light, and comes with instructional DVD for fast and easy sewing lessons. All that and for only Php 9,995.00, it's practically a steal!

MOSTLY D: MEN’S WEAR

You got: MEN'S WEAR

Buckle up because you are now part of a modern fashion revolution! Men's Fashion is what the edge of your seat was made for. Every little bit of your creation represents your persona—smart, edgy, and dapper. You are not just a fashion designer, YOU ARE FASHION.

All those crisp lines, clean hems, and fancy needlework require a steady and reliable sewing machine. TheBrother GS-2700 is a workhorse on steroids. This impressive piece of modern equipment has a built-in needle threader, quick set bobbin, 1-step buttonhole, manual stitch length and stitch width control, and whopping 27 built-in stitches! For only Php 12,995.00, you can be the men's fashion savior of the galaxy.

For more information on Brother's line of exceptional sewing machines, visit http://welcome.brother.com/ph-en.html

From the PBA Philippine cup recently concluded, Schick continues to be the official razor of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) to the current PBA Commissioner’s Cup. Schick will continue to bring local fans its razors in the intense hoop action of 40th season of the country’s premier basketball league.

Currently experiencing highs in ratings, fans and followers, the PBA will serve as a perfect avenue for Schick to share its advocacy towards good grooming and a healthy lifestyle to the millions of basketball fans in the country.

“We are extremely excited about our partnership with the PBA because this is a league made up of individuals that pride themselves in staying fit and healthy inside and out,” says Schick OIC - Marketing Claire Guevarra. “We are working with PBA to spread the message about the importance of good grooming in a successful career, be it sports related or not.”

PBA Commissioner Atty. Chito Salud (rightmost) receives a token from Schick OIC for Marketing, Claire Guevarra (third from left) to signify the partnership between the country’s premier basketball league and Schick. Also present during the event were Rina Sarmiento, Marketing Staff, MJ Tiquia, Product Manager, SCHICK SMOOTH LEE and Rhose Montreal, Business Development Director/Marketing Head, PBA.

Schick aims to promote good grooming and well-being in more ways than one. Other than Schick samples given away to PBA fans during select games, PBA fans may enjoy sleek hard court action closely through Schick ‘Smooth Moves’ instant replays.

“Schick’s partnership with the PBA brings together two brands that carry a positive image and shares it to its patrons. While the PBA prides itself in harboring the country’s best talents in the game today, Schick supports the league by keeping its stars looking good and feeling fresh on and off the court with its products and advocacies,” says Schick Product Manager MJ Tiquia.

Similar to the PBA, Schick has been touring cities and partnering with local government units to spread the brand’s advocacy within the barangay level since 2012. With its “Suaveng Ahit, Gwapong Schick Barangay Tour”, the brand reaches out to communities promoting healthy living through various activities such as grooming seminars, clean-up drives, dance-offs, and of course, basketball.

The Schick brand offers a line of shaving products designed to help provide an effortless, refreshing, and liberating shave. Its core product, the Exacta 2 disposable razor,features two ultrathin blades, a non-slip rubber handle, and a push-clean button that swiftly cleans debris between blades for hassle-free cleaning and easier shave. The Schick Exacta 2 razors ultra slim head aims to target hair in hard to reach areas leaving a smooth shave.

Catch more on-court hoop action with Schick as the PBA’s Commissioner’s Cup games live or on air on TV5 and Aksyon TV daily (except Mondays and Thursdays).

For more information on Schick Philippines including its latest products and promo visit www.schick.com.ph or like its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/schick.ph. Also follow Schick Philippines on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

You know it's summer when there's a campaign of Nestea. haha! Who can still remember their "take the nestea plunge" tvc? The Nestea campaign is always held every summer to give everyone the most refreshing summer experience.

Now on it's 18th run, everyone can now experience summer in their own way as it once again hits the Boracay shores from April 30 to May 3. Exciting line up of activities await the Nestea Beach participants and will be able to enjoy #MyNesteaBeach the way they want it.

Nestea will bring in the best and today's most popular volleyball players for the Nestea Refresh Beach Volleyball Competition and for the first time ever, the Nestea Beach Volleyball Fantasy Match with a total of 8 top volleyball players in the country will compete and participate in the Fantasy Match and it will take place on May 1-2 in front of Boracay Beach Chalets.

Nestea Beach's refresh lounge will be available along White Beach to offer free Nestea drinks and a refresh mobile charging station for relaxing and lounging moments with friends. There will also be paraw sailing and beach massages that you can avail of for every purchase of the Nestea Beach All-Access Band or a Nestea Beach Pitcher.

The #MyNesteaBeach campaign was launch at Oz Bar, Holiday Inn attended by Nestea Ambassadors David Guison, Gretchen Ho and Lisa Kahayon. They also shared and urges everyone to "Show the Love" by encouraging students and young adults to join the Boracay clean-up on May 2. You can also share the love for the beach by donating to the cause. For every Nestea pitcher that will be sold during LaBoracay, part of the proceeds will go to the coral reef restoration project of Boracay Foundation Inc.

Nestea Beach kicks off with the Nestea Summer Plunge Party on April 30 at Tides Roofdeck. Enjoy the beats from the hottest names in the party scene like DJ Nina, DJ Ludwig Van Beat and DJ Ron Poe. The opening party will be followed by the exciting Nestea Secret Party on May at an exclusive soon-to-be-revealed location. If you want to get special passes to the party, just RT (retweet) the #NesteaSecretParty event invite posted by @NesteaPH on twitter.

The Nestea Plunge Party set to happen on May 2-3 in partnership with Valkyrie will serve as the grand celebration and culmination of Nestea Beach 2015. It will be a refreshing beach party with mixes from top international DJ's Sander Van Doorn and Knife Party at the Epic Beachfront.

Chill lang with my Nestea :D

To know more about the 18th Nestea Beach experience, visit Nestea's official website www.nestea.com.ph.

Nestea refresh lounge will be located in front of Beachcomber, Station 1 and Le Soleil de Boracay, Station 2.

#MyNesteaBeach

Schick, the official razor of the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), recently held a meet and greet with fans last January 29 at the activity center of Robinson’s Galleria in Ortigas Center, Pasig with The San Miguel Beermen after the team’s victory in the All-Filipino Conference Championships.

“We congratulate the San Miguel Beer franchise and its players on a well-deserved win,” says Schick Philippines’ Product Manager MJ Tiquia. “Our partnership with the PBA is all about sharing the sport to its millions of fans since basketball is the country’s favorite sport. Our involvement with the league goes well beyond basketball because Schick promotes the same virtues that these PBA ambassadors possess, which is healthy, active, and well-groomed.”

Schick gave the All-Filipino champs Schick gift packs to celebrate their victory while followers of the franchise spent the day meeting their hard-court idols. Fans also took home Schick gift packs to share in the celebration of the team’s win.

The PBA, Asia’s first and longest running professional basketball league, served as an avenue for Schick to share its advocacy towards good grooming and a healthy lifestyle to the millions of hoop fanatics.

Schick promoted its advocacies in more ways than one. Aside from Schick samples given away to PBA fans during select games, they also enjoyed sleek hard court action through Schick ‘Smooth Moves’ instant replays.

The Schick brand offers a line of shaving products designed to help provide an effortless, refreshing, and liberating shave. Its core product, the Exacta 2 disposable razor, features two ultrathin blades, a non-slip rubber handle, and a push-clean button that swiftly cleans debris between blades for hassle-free cleaning and easier shave. The Schick Exacta 2 razors ultra slim head aims to target hair in hard to reach areas leaving a smooth shave.

Catch more on-court hoop action with Schick as the PBA’s Commissioner’s Cup games live or on air on TV5 and Aksyon TV daily (except Mondays and Thursdays).

This year, Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops hatched a surprise for kids and the young at heart that will make the season more festive and exciting — the Chick Cake. A whimsical ice cream cake that’s bright and cheery on the outside, with delicious Baskin-Robbins ice cream on the inside. Surprise your kids with this adorable Chick Cake or make it the centerpiece of your table this season.

For more information about Baskin-Robbins’ Chick Cake and its innovative selection of ice cream cakes, visit www.baskinrobbins.ph or follow them on Facebook (facebook.com/baskinrobbinsph) or on Twitter and Instagram (baskinrobbinsph) accounts. Visit Baskin-Robbins shops at the Central Square, Bonifacio Global City; Greenbelt 5, Makati; Fairview Terraces and Trinoma Mall in Quezon City.

Nothing can stop LG now. We all know that LG Mobile Philippines was awarded as the best smartphone in the global mobile awards, and now LG Electronics released yet another cutting-edge innovation in the home entertainment industry.

Last week, I was invited to attend the official launch of LG Super UHD TVs held at Anson's at The Link, Makati City. The collection carries distinct TV models in different sizes, all bringing to life stunning picture bursting with vibrant color accuracy, among their impressive features.

The flagship of the series, the ultra-slim UF950T is the first LG TV to sport the ColorPrime Display by Nano Spectrum that is set to change the Super UHD playing field with its remarkably accurate color expression, treating viewers to more vivid colors with an increased color reproduction range.

So what's so great about UF950T? It is top of its class from the TV design technology and stands only 8.5mm at its slimmest design. The svelte UF950T also comes packed with the ground-breaking Premium Sound feature that was designed in collaboration with Harman Kardon, one of the most globally respected names in the audio industry.

On the other hand, the UG8700 is beautifully curved with IPS panel built, allowing exceptional viewing from any angle without distortion of color. They're available in 65 and 55 inch units. It also provides cutting-edge auditorium stand houses the TV's unique downward speakers that cast premium quality sound directly toward the viewers.

UG8700 series are customized built for Phlippine Digital broadcasting that guaranteed to deliver HD streaming and secure your device in preparation for Analog switch off.

"We are please to introduce to the country our new line-up of versatile Super ULTRA HD TVs. As a global technology innovator, we offer premium variants fitting to the diverse lifestyles of the Philippine consumers. This unique array adds to our portfolio of top of the line TV's, providing optimal home entertainments for our consumers." said LG Philippines Home Entertainment Vice President Mr. Hoony Bae

This summer, LG Electronics is also set to launch the largest member of the Super UHD TV Family.

To learn more about the latest of LG's new line-up of Super ULTRA HD TVs, please visit www.lg.com/ph or www.LGnewsroom.com. You may also like their facebook fanpage and follow them @LGPhilippines on twitter and instagram.

I may have missed the One Direction concert when they went here a few weeks ago, but these One Direction chocolate bars from Villa del Conte made up for it. hehe :D And oh, at least they're still complete here.

Missing Harry bar, You have to ask my hubby. LOL! He ate it before I went home. tsk. Haha!

These limited edition confectioneries let everyone take home a photo of their favorite 1D members including Harry and Niall in a dark chocolate with salted caramel variant, as well as Liam, Louis and Zayn in milk chocolate with cereal flavor.

For a complete bar of happiness, there’s also a 1D group shot design available in a milk chocolate bar with hazelnut chips.

To get these satisfying treats for the 2015 graduates, visit Villa del Conte stores at Greenbelt 5, Century City Mall, Shangri-la Mall, Resorts World, Alabang Town Center, and Robinson’s Magnolia. For bulk orders, please contact 893-2575 or 621-6101.

Go to http://www.villadelcontecioccolato.com/ to know more about Villa del Conte, or follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VillaDelContePh, Instagram: http://instagram.com/villadelconte and Twitter: https://twitter.com/VilladelConte.

Thank you so much Villa del Conte for sending these. We (esp.the hubby) loved everything!

I had a scentsational afternoon last week when I attended the exclusive media launch of Renew your home with Renuzit event held at Le Jardin, BGC. I'm a little bit familiar with Renuzit since someone gave us last year and been using it in our home. I've never paid attention to the brand until I got an invite to this event. And I'm glad I was able to attend and learned so much of the importance of scents in our home and workplace.

The event was hosted by celebrity personality Ms. Tessa Prieto-Valdez and I learned a lot by listening to interior designer, Kat Valdez and taught us how to highlight home design, decor tips and choosing the perfect scent to set the desired mood in any room or space.

Managing Director of Unisell Corporation, the exclusive distributor of Renuzit, Merrick Sua shared, "As America's No. 1 selling solid gel air freshener, Renuzit offers a wide range of scents to choose from to satisfy any scent preference, for any room for any season or occasion. The Renuzit adjustable cones product line provides continuous air freshening benefits in a convenient, easy-to-use, economical and eco-friendly format."

At the launch, the media people were grouped into 5 and we were told to decorate our given task with Renuzit. My group was assigned to decorate an office. We used dark stones and Renuzit original scent and after the rain scent.

"The Scent of Success"

Renuzit features four fragrance collections to suit any space which include Simply Refreshed (Fresh Lavender, After the Rain and Simply Vanilla scents), Super Odor Killer (Citrus Sunburst and Original scents), Fresh Picked (Raspberry scent) and Serenity (Relaxing Spa and Sapphire Waters scents). Set in a stylish, recyclable and adjustable cone-shaped packaging, Renuzit solid gel air fresheners are also biodegradable and made of 97% natural ingredients. And most importantly, they're safe for your health, environment and kids.

You can also control the release of scent simply by adjusting the height of the cone. Did you know that scents can enhance and uplift our moods? They can also trigger memories and unlock feelings.

Renuzit is a "scent specialist" brand of air fresheners with fragrance collections carefully crafted to set your desired mood and help you discover new scents to love.

Here's a simple rundown of The Renuzit Collection:

Simply Refreshed Collection (Fresh Lavender, After the Rain and Simply Vanilla scents) - Invigorate your mind and awaken your soul with a splash of energizing fragrances. These scents are the perfect pick-me-up for any room in need of a refreshing lift.

Super Odor Killer Collection (Citrus Sunburst and Original scents) - Strong odors require a serious approach to odor elimination. This collection tackles the toughest odors, neutralizing the smell and leaving any room in your home with a clean, fresh fragrance.

Fresh Picked Collection (Raspberry scent) - Prepare to transform rooms in your home into a fragrant orchard. This collection is made of the captivating scents of fruit picked fresh off a tree.

Serenity Collection (Relaxing Spa and Sapphire Waters scents) - Your home is your sanctuary, a place to calm your mind and renew your body. This collection fills your rooms with scents that let you relax, unwind and forget the world outside.

Made with high quality ingredients and packaging in the US, Renuzit is definitely more fragrant and more stylish yet affordable. And for srp of Php109.75, we can now transform and renew our home and spaces with Renuzit. They're now available in leading supermarkets and home improvement stores nationwide.

The time has come to explore and recognize the different forms of intelligences to help children achieve the most success. Understanding that success isn’t solely based on how good a child is in math or science means giving the chance to recognize their ability to be good at other things as well, eventually creating a generation that possess multiple intelligences.

“We continue to seek ways for parents and educators to recognize that developing multiple intelligence is just as relevant as academic performance, giving kids today the chance to develop their inherent skills in a motivated and well-rounded environment,” says Rhea Villareal, Senior Product Manager, Progress Pre-School GOLD.

“Multiple intelligence can spark multiple achievements – it is the edge that this new generation will have.”

PPSG Multiple Intelligence Recognition Day

This edge is perhaps best exemplified by some of this country’s young multi-achievers who were recently recognized at Progress Pre-School GOLD’s Multiple Intelligence Recognition Day. Among them are Sofia Pablo, whose excellence in academics is complemented only by equally impressive achievements in dance and sports; Cedric Rafael Uson, whose potential for leadership and the arts are notable; Sean Clarence Cai, who consistently impresses others with his propensity for numbers and excellent interpersonal skills at such a young age; Luis Raphael Danao, whose academic achievements are rivaled only by his passion and excellence in sports; and Ciara Russegger, whose athleticism and academic inclinations prove that a seamless integration of brain, body and people smart is possible with the right support.

Kim Atienza, multi-achiever and Commencement speaker in the Multiple Intelligence Recognition Day, also expressed that his well-rounded character has been key in achieving success in life. “Multiple Intelligence has equipped me to confidently engage with the world and readily accept challenges with family, passions, and career,” says Atienza.

Improving access to multiple intelligence:

Progress Pre-school GOLD’s multiple intelligence advocacy has the opportunity to transform development approaches simply by highlighting the fact that various facets of intelligence combine to create a balanced and successful child that can potentially change the world.

As a means to further promote multiple intelligence, Wyeth is partnering with the Reading Association of the Philippines (RAP), a non-government organization committed to improve all aspects of the national reading programs and teaching procedures through teacher-training and research.

RAP calls educators to embrace a comprehensive curriculum to promote students' maximum participation for overall development. It educates school teachers using proven progressive methods to teach kids to learn to read and enhance comprehension — thus, facilitate a better learning environment to help students to progress into multi-achievers.

Moving up and choosing multiple intelligence:

Progress Pre-school GOLD encourages Filipino moms to move up to a more progressive approach to parenting as experts prove that young minds gain knowledge through play, direct experience and social interaction.

"As a parent, my challenge is to help my kids apply their knowledge to everyday life, not just by getting good grades but by being well-rounded individuals that are smart, creative and helpful," says Jenni Epperson, Multiple Intelligence advocate.

Activities have become open-ended and interdisciplinary and the more kids exposed to different fields and interests, the more they are able to perform better and beyond given measures.

"With multiple intelligence, you don't just go one step ahead, you go twice as far," says Mikaela Lagdameo-Martinez, Multiple Intelligence advocate.

Progressive moms have a partner in Progress Pre-School GOLD as they further support the development of their child’s multiple intelligence. Progress Pre-School GOLD is now with its best-ever GOLD Biofactors System with higher levels of DHA, Choline and Lutein to support a child’s multiple intelligence.

Schick Philippines recently awarded prizes to the winners of the Smooth Lee Adventure promo. Grand prize winner, Alvin Edu won a trip for two to Hong Kong and Macau. Other winners were Dennis Javier and Michael Angelo Castro who won an Apple iPad Air and a Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4, respectively.

"With the launch of our new TV commercial with Smooth Lee as the face and icon of the brand, we wanted to continue to create fun and excitement among our consumers. The creation of Schick Smooth Lee mobile application and promo is part of that effort to make the brand relevant to our consumers and help them relate with it. I congratulate the winners and thank all those who participated in the promo.” said Claire Guevarra, Schick Senior Brand Manager. Participants of the promo had a chance to star in their own commercial by downloading and playing the app.

Schick gift packs were also given as consolation prizes. “We are very happy for the support of everyone who joined the promo. Make sure to watch out for more exciting and fun promos from Schick" said MJ Tiquia, product manager, Schick Philippines.

My family is a fan of Taco Bell ever since they opened their branch here. I've tasted their rice meal, burritos, cheesy fiesta, soft taco, but my forever order will be their crunchy taco. haha! FTW talaga! Happy if sometimes they have a promo of crunchy taco na parang buy 1 take 1, hehe. When we were still living in Quezon City their branch in Gateway (first ever branch) was our favorite hang out. I remember visiting and eating at their Gateway branch with Sofi (every tuesday). But since we've transferred residency, we only get to eat at Taco Bell if we're in Trinoma. :( So I hope Taco Bell will open a branch in Ortigas area (paging Taco Bell). :)))

Anyway, I was thrilled to get an invite to the newly renovated Taco Bell in their Gateway branch. I had no idea that there's a ganap na renovation. I learned later on that it was their first renovation ever. And after Gateway they are planning to renovate their Trinoma branch too.

Gone are the purple-ish (little) dimmed store and say hello to the lighter, wider (it looks wider) and cleaner Taco Bell, Gateway branch!! Nice isn't it? They've also installed couches na perfect for intimate convo, and if you have a meeting naman or if you want some privacy there's a little room at the back that you can hang out. There's also a 2 hour free wifi for their customers. Win win! :)

Here's a little trivia for Taco Bell Worldwide:

It was founded by Glenn Bell 50 years ago
Known for its fun exploration, Taco Bell ventured a different path in the fast food industry by thinking outside the bun
It was the first to introduce crunchy taco in America

Aside from the renovation, Taco Bell welcomes the revolution with with new persona: an explorer brand that inspires people to break the pattern of predictability and try things they've never tried before. It is to Live Más.

So what is Live Más? It is an idea that builds off the fountain Glenn Bell created for the brand. It is an idea that should inspire their costumers to never stop exploring.

Taco Bell promises to Live Más Flavor, Más Heart, and Más Value.

Quesadilla, my mom's favorite order. hehe

Más Flavor - they want to create experiences that will surely surprise their customers by putting a twist on traditional Mexican food.

Más Heart - they will passionately serve their customers by putting into their heart everything that they will do.

Más Value - they will serve quality food at prices that their customers will love.

Since I was super full that day, I was not able to taste the newest on the menu. I'll definitely go back to Taco Bell and will try their chocodilla with nutella!

Party Pack = heavy load of a happy tummy!

Don't forget to visit the newly renovated Taco Bell Gateway branch located at the lower ground floor.

Thank you Taco Bell for having me! Can't wait to go back! :)

Had a privilege to witness the opening of Dermcare, located at the 2nd floor of SM Light Mall branch. The opening also coincided with the grand opening of the mall. And with branches all over the Philippines, Dermcare is continuously providing its customers with innovative products and services that are responsive to their needs and lifestyle.

Dermcare, which pioneered the whitening business in the Philippines has been trusted for quality, affordable and effective products for more than 20 years.

A promise of a whiter and blemished-free skin in as little as five days, Dermcare provides unique dermatologist approved products and services with the exquisite skin whitening facials and whitening system.

Dermcare Professional Skin, Hair and Spa offers world class skin facials (lightening anti-aging, pimple control treatments), body treatments (scrubs, waxing, spa services) as well as hair rebonding and treatments. It sure is a one stop pure value skin, body and hair treatment in one environment that is both inviting and invigorating to the senses.

Staffed with trusted dermatologists and professionally trained beauty therapists, at Dermcare you can experience excellent service. It's ambiance is conducive to rejuvenation, skin and body pampering. It offers private and well appointed spa and massage rooms, steam bath and facial treatment area, doctor's clinic and an inviting lobby.

The moment you enter Dermcare, you will experience full bliss.

Don't forget to visit Dermcare, SM Light Mall and give in to relaxation and some pampering time because you deserve it.

Hear ye, hear ye kids! I know you're all excited for this! Here's your chance to meet Sofia the First, Jake the Neverland Pirate and Doc McStuffins on their visit to Manila & Cebu!

I remember when Sofi and I attended the Sofia the First, the Royal Meet and Greet last year and Sofi had a royal treatment and was treated like a princess with make-up, gown, crown and all. And now we can't wait to for another meet and greet and Sofia the First even brought friends with her. Woohoo!

Dates and Venues:

April 10 - 12, 2015 - The Block SM North Edsa

April 17 - 18, 2015 - SM City Cebu

Time Slots:

April 10 - 2pm, 4pm, 6pm

April 11 and 12 - 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

April 17 - 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

April 18 - 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

Mechanics:

Event is open to the general public.

First come, first serve policy applies.

Each group shall be issued 1 stub before the Meet & Greet session. The stubs will be handed out 30 minutes prior the session.

No food, drinks, strollers and sharp & pointed objects allowed in the event area.

Groups can only take 1 photo per Disney character.

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Mark your calendars and see you there!! We can't wait!!

I'm glad to be part of this campaign where they celebrate Filipino women. I think it is about time for Filipinas to take on the world stage. And after marking its triumphant 30th year anniversary last year by unveiling over 150 Beyond Beautiful Filipinas in partnership with six of the country's top magazines, Cream Silk, the country's No. 1 Hair Care brand is about to elevate the Beyond Beautiful Filipina to a bigger and more exciting stage.

I'm happy to share that #WorldClassFilipina advocacy aims to inspire us Filipinas to achieve limitless possibilities. It's time to pursue our dreams, rise and stand proud.

This year, Cream Silk inspires women to go beyond limits by celebrating the #WorldClassFilipina. There is no dream too big for the Filipina because she is world-class. To kick-off this advocacy, Cream Silk launches the short film, Cream Silk Portraits: Stories of World Class Filipinas.

Cream Silk Portratis will feature some of the most beautiful and successful women in the country including Anne Curtis, Heart Evangelista and Toni Gonzaga. They represent the Filipina who dared to dream big and conquered the world stage.

With the aim of bringing this advocacy to life, the short film tells the stories of four truly World Class Filipnas. The short film shares their beginnings, struggles and triumphs.The film reminds its audience that even these Filipinas at the start of their careers couldn't imagine themselves being recognized as world class. But they pursued their dreams and made them a reality.

Ms. Apples Aberin of Unilever.

And now, Cream Silk is proud to welcome to the family of World Class Filipina who has paved the way to take the world stage, a true world class in her own right, it's none other than the multi-awarded performer, Ms. Lea Salonga!

Ms. Lea is best known for her role as Kim in the broadway musical Miss Saigon, has established herself as a world-class talent and won multiple awards, and as the singing voices of Princess Jasmine in Aladdin and Mulan has proven that with superior beauty, an exceptional ability and a winning confidence to conquer the world stage, there is nothing a #WorldClassFilipina can't do.

The advocacy will be officially launched with the premiere of the short film, Cream Silk Portraits: Stories of World Class Filipinas on ABS CBN and GMA 7 on April 26, 2015 nationwide.

Thank you for having me Cream Silk and for reminding us that we Filipinas are truly World Class.

For more about the #WorldClassFilipina advocacy, like Cream Silk Philippines on facebook and follow them on twitter and instagram @CreamSilkPH.

Inspiring young ladies to be their best selves, Total Girl Philippines will be holding the 2nd Model Academy on the 19th of April 2015 at the Glorietta Activity Center, Palm Drive, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM.

All girls ages 8 to 13 can easily enter and participate by presenting the March or April 2015 issue of Total Girl. Upon registration, which will start at 12:00 noon, a passport will be given as a guide to the different activities. The Model Academy has two main exciting parts: 1) The Workshops, where participants will learn basic modelling, how to find their own personal style, and how to pose for the camera, and 2) The Go-See, where they can apply what they’ve learned from the Workshops on the runway.

From more than 100 young hopefuls, the editorial team of Total Girl will choose 10 winners to be featured in Total Girl’s September 2015 Fashion and Beauty issue. Aside from being featured, the winners will also get special prizes from the sponsors. The winners will not be announced on the day of the event; instead, they will be contacted by the Total Girl team. A few lucky participants will also get a chance to win prizes from the event’s co-presenter, Claire’s Accessories.

Win or lose, all participants will learn to be more confident and will definitely take home valuable modelling and style tips on top of an awesome experience they will never forget!

Registration for Total Girl Model Academy 2015 can also be done online via Bit.ly/TGMA2015regform.

For updates on the Total Girl Model Academy, like www.facebook.com/totalgirlmag.ph on Facebook and follow @TotalGirlPH on Instagram and tag us on #TGMA2015.

I'll be there with my daughter Sofi! See you there! :)

SM Light Mall is now open

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Schick is now the official razor of the PBA

Experience the best summer with Nestea Beach 2015

Schick and PBA All-Filipino Cup Champs San Miguel Beer meet and greet

Hatched in time for Summer: Baskin-Robbins’ Chick Cake

LG Super Ultra HD TVs launch

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Renew your home with Renuzit Collection

The Real Measure of Intelligence and Success

Schick presents prizes to Smooth Lee Adventure Promo winners

Taco Bell’s Live Más launch

Dermcare SM Light Mall is now open

Here's your chance to meet Sofia the First, Doc McStuffins and Jake the Neverland Pirate

Cream Silk Portraits celebrates the #WorldClassFilipina

Save the date for 2015 Total Girl Model Academy