Dermcare Launches Kwentong Filipina and a new Skincare Line in its 30th Year

Success knows no gender and it has been proven by a lot of Empowered Filipinas. These modern Filipinas are women with an impact. They are authentic, goal-oriented, realistic and they never give up on failures and hindrances. Thus, they deserve to be recognized.

Bloggers supporting the launch of Kwentong Pilipina in Dermcare Luxe Gateway

In its advocacy to elevate the lives of Filipinas, Dermcare launched Kwentong Pilipina, a digital platform made to empower Filipinas this October 2019. 

This platform shares inspiring stories of Filipinas who overcame challenges and adversity. These contributors will also share the lessons they learned from their experiences. 

Aside from stories, Filipinas will also gain access to exclusive content about health, career, women’s rights, beauty, lifestyle, and other relevant content. These will be coming from different individuals and organizations who are advocates of women empowerment.

Finally, viewers can become a part of a community where they can interact with likeminded Filipinas. This will give them a place to share their own stories, pieces of advice, and ask questions to their fellow members. 

The Kwentong Pilipina advocacy is championed by the Wellness Innovators Corporation, in partnership with different local organizations and individuals. 

Kwentong Pilipina can be accessed starting October 13, 2019, through its website www.kwentongpilipina.com

Skincare Made for the Modern Filipina

The Wellness Innovators Corporation, in partnership with the Dermcare Group of Companies, will be launching an innovative skincare line this December.

The new skincare line is designed and manufactured in partnership with Japanese beauty experts. This new skincare line is developed especially for working Filipinas who encounter a lot of glow suckersin their daily lives and do not have the time for multi-step, time-consuming skincare regimens.

According to the company, glow suckers are elements in a Filipina’s life that cause damage to her skin. These elements range from harsh weather conditions, pollution, personal and professional stressors, and unhealthy habits.

When glow suckerstake over a Filipina’s life, it creates chemical and biological reactions that cause the skin to dry up, have acne breakouts, and age prematurely. 

This inspired the people at Wellness Innovators Corporation and Dermcare to design and develop a skincare line for the working Filipina. 

“We believe that the combination of our experience in Filipina beauty, together with the technology of Japanese skin innovators, we have developed an excellent product that can help Filipinas reveal their radiant and beautiful skin,” said Mrs. Zenaida Palisoc, CEO and President of the Dermcare Group of Companies when asked about the new product line.

Meanwhile, Ms. Nicole Narvato, Marketing Manager of Wellness Innovators Corporation, stated that the new products are rich in antioxidants and other essential nutrients that can revitalize, nourish, and protect the Filipina skin.

In addition to its healing, nourishing, and protective attributes, this new skincare line promises integration in the working Filipina’s beauty regimen. 

This new skincare line will be launched on December 9, 2019, during Dermcare’s 30 Gorgeous Years Party which will be held at the Manila Hotel. Follow the launch event’s official hashtag #PinayRadiance to be one of the first people to witness this newest innovation in Philippine Skincare. 

Sharp's Better Solutions for a Better Life products now available in the Philippines

Sharp Philippines Corporation (SPC) continues to evolve and develop their technology to make a significant effect in the everyday lives of people by introducing products that aim to incorporate ease and convenience into the Filipino household.

SPC is one of the trusted brands in every household in the country because of its modern, sophisticated, efficient and intelligent selection of new products that are now available in the local market.

SPC's products are categorized into four sections which they refer to as Solutions. The Solutions seeks to address the needs of consumers and they are as follows : 

• Entertainment Solution
• Clean & Comfort Solution
• Health & Beauty Solution
• Business Solution

Though SHARP's global direction is to bring in the latest products with 8K and AloT technology, the company also devotes its resources in coming up with items packed with technologies that enable efficiency, provide comfort and promote good health.

The audience was treated to a visual display as well as live demonstrations conducted by their
corresponding Product Specialists, showcasing the features and capability of the items.

Ractive Air Vacuum Cleaner, Air Purifier / Cleaner (photo on the right)

Ms. AJ Golifardo, PR of Sharp Phils. Corp.

Entertainment Solutions

Having introduced the AQUOS 8K LED TV for the Filipino market last July, SHARP now presents its Artificial Intelligence of Things (AloT) series of Full HD and 4K HDR Android Televisions.


Eligible Android TVs are Google Assistant ready, enabling users to interact with
their devices and perform tasks such as playing music/videos, searching for the latest news
among others, all hands-free. The new line of Android TVs comes with features such a
Comfort Mode, a special AV Mode that reduces 50% of blue light it also has an Advance
Bluetooth version, which allows users to connect the television to their external Bluetooth speakers.

You can have your own personal cinematic sound system with the AQUOS Sound Partner AN-SX7A. It is compatible with a wide variety of devices and is extremely portable, resting comfortably on one's shoulders. The Acoustic Vibration System provides powerful sound and heavy bass, ensuring an immersive audio-visual experience that is perfect when you are playing video games or enjoying the latest shows on Netflix.

Clean & Comfort Solutions

Personal hygiene is an important aspect in a Filipino's life. Apart from ensuring the cleanliness of our own being, we want this to be reflected in our homes as well; a place considered as a sanctuary for individuals and families alike.

SPC has your well-being in mind, that is why they develop products that help achieve and
maintain a fresh, comfortable environment.

These are: Washing Machines, Ractive Air Vacuum
Cleaner, Mite Catcher, Air-conditioner with AloT J-Tech Inverter Technology and Air
Purifier/Cleaner equipped with SHARP's original Plasmacluster lon Technology.


The application or use of these products are not only limited to homes, as they can also be
utilized in venues such as offices, schools, hospitals and other establishments with high population densities, sure to benefit its occupants.

Health & Beauty Solutions


We try to keep ourselves healthy through proper exercise and an appropriate diet. This also reflects on the food that we consume and how it is cooked.





With SHARP's Healsio Hotcook, healthy cooking is made possible as the natural moisture and original flavor from ingredients together with its nutritional values are retained, compared to conventional cooking.

Dishes are hassle-free, with automatic control and various cooking programs depending on your menu.

Just place all the necessary ingredients and wait until it is finished.






Voila! Your meal is now ready to be served.

Beaute A, featuring Scalp Massagers, Hair Dryers & Curlers

Looking good is also tantamount to feeling good. When we exert even the littlest effort in fixing ourselves up, be it reporting to work every day or attending an event, we feel much more confident in facing the world.

Beauty appliances for women, such as the Hair Dryer, Hair Iron and Curling lon with Plasmacluster feature lessens dirt and prevents hair damage. The Scalp Massager on the other hand, reduces dry scalp and keeps our hair healthy.

Business Solution

Understanding the needs of businesses, SHARP also has dedicated products that cater to the
Corporate sector through their dynamic displays that project clear and beautiful images for
application as digital signages or for business meetings via the internet

SHARP Dynabook (photo on the right)

SHARP has also acquired and further developed the Dynabook Laptop, designed for business
professionals and workplace environments.







Combining their technologies (displays, sensors etc) with that of Toshiba, they seek to produce market-leading computers and other devices. The Dynabook features a thin design with long-lasting battery and is rated with MIL-STD-810G for utmost durability.

Committed to quality and innovation, SHARP will continue to develop products that will bring

Better Solutions 

for a 

Better Life 

to consumers.

                 Event was hosted by Ms. Giselle Sanchez

Why Aiko Melendez is Perfect Fit to be the Theobroma Superfoods Ambassador?

We've seen Aiko Melendez lead a lot of different roles in showbiz, and every role she played was done with justice. Being in the industry for almost four decades, we can conclude how passionate she is with her craft.

Now, she accepted another role, this time as an Ambassador of Theobroma Superfood, a food supplement made by F2N Fortune Marketing.

Just like many people looking for a supplement that will help them with their health problems, Aiko was once a regular customer of F2N Fortune Marketing. She used to order Theobroma which was recommended by one of her trusted friends to help her with her problem in high blood pressure. She never expected that with continued use of Theobroma Superfood, her blood pressure could go down to 120/80 from 150/100 in just 3 days! It helped her a lot because aside from the stable blood pressure she also lost weight, which she never believed in the first place.

I've seen her in person a year ago and when I saw her during the presscon, I was also surprised how shapely her body is now and how much had changed in her arms, bust, hips and her face. With a simple make up during the event, you can sense how glowing and positive her aura was. She is recognized as one of the most beautiful faces in local showbiz, but now she became even more beautiful despite her age.

How did F2N Marketing choose Aiko as an endorser?

When the company discovered that Aiko is one of their customers and when they saw how much has changed from Aiko's physical looks with the help of Theobroma Superfood, they did not have any second thought of offering her the Ambassadorship. She is the living proof, a testament to the product's goodness and effectivity.

During the launch, Aiko was really knowledgeable about the product and she shared her actual experience in drinking it. Aiko is a good user and the product of the product which makes her perfect to endorse Theobroma Superfood.


What is Theobroma


Theobroma is a superfood that came from raw cacao. Each bottle contains 30g powdered Cocoa food drink mix. Its main ingredients are Cocoa Powder, vitamins and minerals such as Calcium, Folate, Magnesium, Taurine, Iron, Vitamin C, Vitamin B2 and B1, Vitamin A and more. It uses Stevia, a better alternative to sugar; as a sweetener. Theobroma is proudly HALAL Certified by the IDCP.

Theobroma​ helps avoid and cure high blood pressure, problems in cholesterol, obesity, constipation, diabetes, bronchial asthma, cancer, chronic fatigue syndrome, and various neurodegenerative diseases. It is beneficial for quick wound healing, skin care, and it helps to improve cardiovascular health and brain health. It also helps in treating copper deficiency. It possesses mood-enhancing properties and exerts protective effects against neurotoxicity.

About F2N Company

F2N Marketing was conceived from the visionary leader's desire to uplift the lives of those, who like him, went through tough times and made it.

Using quality health products and functional food, coupled with creative avenue for entrepreneurial opportunities, F2N Marketing is now making its name in the industry

Backed by fifteen years of rich traditional business experience in printing and paper supply industry, alongside a competent management team, F2N found its way in this competitive field in December 2016.

Today, F2N continues to equip its members to head towards being one of the leaders in the local and International Direct Selling and Network Marketing IndustryVision

F2N Marketing envisions a healthy, productive, and self-sufficient society that continously nurtures a consumer environment that is informed and empowered to earn while promoting health and wellness.


F2N Marketing aims to:

- provide quality, effective and reliable products;
- provide avenues for entrepreneurial opportunities;
- exercise corporate social responsibility in all its systems and programs.

SUN LIFE TIES UP WITH NUVALI FOR EXCITING OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS FOR THE FAMILY

Sun Life Philippines and Nuvali have tied up to launch three exciting new attractions that would encourage families to enjoy some quality bonding time outdoors, including the Sun Life interactive mural, the Bright Circuit outdoor gym, and Nuvali teamLab Water show. 

In keeping with its mission of helping Filipinos live healthier lives, Sun Life recently launched an interactive mural and an outdoor gym in Nuvali’s Solenad complex to inspire people in their health and wellness journey while also offering a new venue for fitness activities.

The interactive mural was designed by illustrator and muralist Jappy Agoncillo, who has been making wavesnot just in Manila, but also in Los Angeles and New York City. His creation for Sun Life, which carries the company’s “Live Healthier Lives” battle cry, shows his signature dynamic and colorful art style. However, the experience of viewing the mural levels up with the help of a mobile phone, where one simply needs to go to http://bit.ly/SLmural. The link opens the phone’s camera which, when pointed at the mural, will make certain elements of the design come alive. One could record a video, save it, then share it on social media to affirm his commitment to his own health and wellness journey.

Meanwhile, the outdoor gym, called Bright Circuit, consists of eight different types of equipment. Kids will be encouraged to get active with the Dome Climber and Monkey Bar, while adults may use the Dipping Station and Monkey Bar to strengthen their upper bodies, the Pull-Up Station and Decline Sit-Up Station to tighten their cores, the Leg Raise Station to improve their hip flexors, and the Twister to work out their legs. Free for everyone to use, the outdoor gym comes with instructions that are easy to understand and follow.

Apart from offering these outdoor attractions, Sun Life’s health and wellness community, GoWell, will also hold free community workouts in Nuvali every two months. Those who would like to be a part of the workouts simply need to sign up at gowell.com.ph to get updates.

Sun Life also supports the launching of Nuvali teamLab Water, the first interactive watershow in the Philippines created by teamLab, an art collective whose works are found in different parts of the world, such as Australia, Japan, London, Singapore, the United States, and recently, the Philippines.



Nuvali teamLab Water will open on November 22, with three 30-minute shows every night at 6pm, 7pm, and 8pm. While the show can be enjoyed on its own, viewers may opt to take out their phones for a fun and interactive experience.



As a special treat for its clients, Sun Life will hold a special event where they can view the show from an exclusive venue where cocktails will be served.



“As part of our advocacy to help Filipinos live healthier lives, we aim to encourage them to go outdoors and enjoy nature. This will not only be good for their health but will pave the way for family bonding as well,” Sun Life Chief Marketing and Client Officer Mylene Lopa said. “We hope that people living in or visiting Nuvali would take time to enjoy these outdoor attractions created especially for them.”


About Sun Life



Sun Life is a leading international financial services organization providing insurance, wealth and asset management solutions to individuals and corporate clients. Sun Life has operations in a number of markets worldwide, including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, India, China, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia and Bermuda. As of September 30, 2019, Sun Life had total AUM of $1,063 billion. For more information, please visit www.sunlife.com.

Hotel Sogo Timog Avenue now open to serve you

Hotel Sogo, the largest hotel chain in the Philippines, continues to expand its hotel services to patron guests, travelers and families who are looking for a quick stop from the hassle and bustle of the metro with its 39th branch perfectly situated in a district brimming with life.

Strategically located in the heart of South Triangle, Quezon City, Hotel Sogo Timog Avenue branch is your gateway in experiencing top of the class service, authentic Filipino hospitality and comfortable lodgings at exceptionally affordable rates.

With more than 100 rooms, the hotel takes pride as it showcases a refreshing look of its lobby and the first Hotel Sogo branch to introduce the self-check-in kiosk. The kiosk is part of Hotel Sogo’s modernization and is designed to allow guests a digitized and more discreet transaction of their hotel stay.  Transactions are then processed and checked at the front desk.

Hotel Sogo Timog Avenue also boasts the new state-of-the-art red and white façade which symbolizes the company’s passion and commitment to cleanliness, courteous service and positivity in all aspect of its services.

Set to cater young professionals, digital natives, travelers, and families, Hotel Sogo Timog is the haven of affordable lodging tied with modern yet inviting interiors, distinctive lighting, and outstanding accommodation. Truly, a perfect place when you’re looking for a second home.

So what are you waiting for? Be ready to be captivated by the stylish and relaxing atmosphere of Hotel Sogo Timog Avenue.

For more details, visit www.hotelsogo.com or like and follow Hotel Sogo on Facebook (facebook.com/hotelsogo), Twitter (@hotelsogo), and Instagram (@hotelsogo).

JOHNSON’S® and Mercury Drug Foundation, Inc. support mothers and babies in Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital

Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital received 1,500 maternity kits as part of JOHNSON’S® ‘Choose Gentle’ advocacy in partnership with Mercury Drug Foundation.

Last week, BUILDING A GENTLER WORLD, JOHNSON’S®, and Mercury Drug Foundation, Inc. formally turned over 1,500 maternity kits to Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital, represented by Fabella Hospital’s Public Relations Officer Dr. Antoinette Pacapac (third from right) and Health Promotions Officer Mr. Janry Abrera (third from left).

Spearheading the turnover are Mercury Drug Corporation Vice President for Merchandising Ms. Corazon Lim, JOHNSON’S® Choose Gentle advocate John Prats, Mercury Drug Foundation Executive Director Ms. Annie Fuentes, Johnson & Johnson Philippi

nes President & Managing Director Mr. Raghu Krishnan, JOHNSON’S® Baby South East Asia Marketing Director Maimai Punzalan, and Johnson & Johnson Philippines Customer Development Director Steve Tiu.

For decades, JOHNSON’S®has been and will always be committed to providing only the best and gentlest care for babies and kids. In a move to #ChooseGentleand extend gentleness to mothers and newborn babies in critical need, JOHNSON’S® launched a partnership with Mercury Drug Foundation, Inc.to provide 3,600 maternity kits to mothers and babies in partner hospitals and birthing centers in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. 

With the support of everyone who purchased JOHNSON’S® products from Mercury Drug stores nationwide, JOHNSON’S® and Mercury Drug Foundation formally turned over 1,500 maternity kits to Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospitalon November 19.

“2019 marks an important milestone for JOHNSON’S® as we’ve re-launched our gentlest range of products for babies and kids. As we celebrate this milestone, we also remember the bigger reason behind our advocacy,” shared JOHNSON’S® Baby South East Asia Marketing Director Maimai Punzalan. “In today’s world where babies and kids are becoming more exposed to harshness, JOHNSON’S® ‘Choose Gentle’ advocacy stems from the need to help build a better, gentler world where every child can thrive.” 

With the shared vision of helping improve the lives of Filipino families nationwide, the ‘Choose Gentle’ advocacy marks a milestone in the partnership of JOHNSON’S®and Mercury Drug Foundation, Inc., the corporate social responsibility arm of Mercury Drug Corporation.

“Since Mercury Drug Foundation’s inception in 1983, our organization has been committed to promoting and advancing the health and well-being of Filipino families in the most vulnerable communities. The ‘Choose Gentle’ advocacy upholds this very commitment and we are pleased to work with JOHNSON’S® towards helping build a healthy nation,” said Mercury Drug Foundation, Inc. Executive Director Annie Fuentes.

Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital is among the six beneficiary hospitals and birthing centers nationwide to receive maternity kits that aim to help newborns and their mothers within the critical first few weeks. The kits containtoiletry items, garments, and the all-new JOHNSON’S® CottonTouch™. Clinically proven mild and safe from the first day of life, CottonTouch™ is JOHNSON’S® best hypoallergenic care specially designed for newborn sensitive skin

Visit Facebook.com/JohnsonsBabyPhilippinesto know more about how you can #ChooseGentle.

Bioessence shines at 25 with back to 20's theme

It was in October 2018 when I have had my first pampering in Bioessence. It was the first time, too, that I met the owner and the important people working for Bioessence.

Bioessence is a premium skin and body wellness center designated to provide complete non-invasive services that rejuvenate the skin, the body, and the mind. It has already grown into over 30 branches nationwide and counting.

Just recently, Bioessence celebrated their 25th anniversary at the Cities Events Place in Quezon City. It was a night of Jazz music and 20's vibe. There were exciting games for everyone, entertainment and good food. It was indeed a very wonderful evening where families, friends and colleagues come together to mark the founding anniversary.

History of Bioessence

Pioneered in Marfori. Davao City by a Dermatologist, Dr. Emma Beleno- Guerrero in 1994.
Bioessence specialized in skin, slimming and spa services tailor-fitted for Filipinos.

Bioessence is a premium skin and body wellness center designed to provide complete
non-invasive services that rejuvenate the skin, the body, and the mind. With over 25 years
of unparalleled success in the industry. it has already grown into 32 branches nationwide
and counting.

Bioessence's founder. a renowned dermatologist and skincare specialist. Dr. Emma
Beleno (Dr. ERB) upholds utmost professionalism in the practice of skincare and wellness
and she passes on the same ideas to all her staff and employees who are all well-trained
in their respective fields of specialization- making Bioessence a pioneer in
professionalizing the beauty and wellness industry.

For Skin WelIiness. Bicessence's skin treatments are scientifically proven and have gone
through rigorous research and studies to customize procedures with the unique Filipino
skin. The treatments are done by licensed skin therapists so clients are assured of safe and
effective results.

For Body Wellness, Bioessence takes pampering to a higher level as it takes relaxation
seriously and personally with scientific methods of testing before every massage and body
wellness treatment. With Bioessence, body wellness takes on a different new meaning
one that truly nourishes and detoxifies.

For a complete skin and body wellness experience, Bioessence offers a wide range of
products from beauty to relaxation skin cleansers, serums, soaps, aromatherapy. to
name a few-making Bioessence 's total wellness treatments more than an experience, but
a lifestyle.

Dr. EBG takes pride in her native Davao roots as reflected in the interiors of every
Bioessence branch. The intricate interior design speaks of the rich Mindanaoan heritage
its art and its culture. giving clients and guests a taste of class that is uniquely our own.

Through the years. Bioessence has become a strong brand in the beauty and wellness
industry- a force to reckon with in advocating beauty with a purpose. We make this
beautiful journey beyond as we align our brand identity together, today.

Canva launches #CanvaPasko Designed By You Contest

Do you want to see your personally-designed Canva Christmas Card in EDSA?

Joining Filipinos celebrate a festive Christmas season, Canva is launching #CanvaPasko Designed By You, an online contest where for the first time ever – lucky winners will see their Canva Christmas cards live on a huge billboard in EDSA!

“Christmas is a very special occasion for many Filipinos. It’s a time when we come together to express our love for family, officemates, barkada, and our special someone. For times when words aren’t enough, we’re encouraging every Filipino in the Philippines and worldwide to mark the occasion with a very special tribute - design a beautiful Christmas card on Canva for free for a chance to see it displayed on a huge billboard in EDSA. Sitting in traffic has never been so meaningful.” shares Yani Hornilla-Donato, Country Manager of Canva Philippines.

“With our festive Christmas-themed Canva templates, Filipinos will be able to easily share their stories and messages of pagmamahal and pasasalamat to the people dearest to them and get a chance to show that love to the whole city.” Yani added.

How to join:

● Visit the contest homepage, https://www.canva.com/canvapasko/.

● Register for a free Canva account to design your own entry. During the registration process, you must key in your name and email address.

● Use any of the pre-made Instagram Portrait templates, 1080x1350 px to design a greeting.

● Each entry must be limited to a one-page design.

● Submit your entry on the website and register your contact details through the link provided on the download page.

○ For those using Facebook, you may post your entry as a comment on Canva’s pinned Facebook #CanvaPasko post and include a caption telling us who you’re sending love to and why you want to show them love this Christmas. Include the hashtag #CanvaPasko in your comment.

○ For those with Instagram, you may post your entry directly on your personal, public account, tag @canva_ph and add the hashtag #CanvaPasko and include a caption telling us who you’re sending love to and why you want to show them some big love this Christmas.

The contest is open to all Filipino citizens and residents of the Philippines, 13 years old and above and will run until December 18, 2019.

Five designs will be chosen each week between December 2 to December 8; December 9 to December 15; December 16 to December 22; and December 23 to December 29. If your design is one of the lucky 20 winners, Canva will contact you for details on when you can expect to see your design live. 

For more information, visit https://www.canva.com/canvapasko/or follow Canva Philippines on Facebook.

*Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-21509 Series of 2019. Contest runs from November 11 to December 18, 2019.

ABOUT CANVA

Launched in 2013, Canva is an intuitive online design and publishing platform with a mission to empower everyone in the world to design anything and publish anywhere. Featuring a simple drag-and-drop user interface and a vast library of templates ranging from presentations, social media posts, posters, invitations to resumes, a huge collection of stock photography, illustrations and fonts, anyone can take an idea and create something beautiful. Canva is available on web, iOS and Android

What's in Store at The Home Depot's Black Friday Deals?

Moms make house a HOME, which is why almost every Mom loves DIY and home improvements. We love to turn our plain and ordinary house into a warm and comfortable place for the family.

But as Moms would want to beautify the house, they also make sure that what they buy for home improvement fits the budget. Good thing The Home Depot is a haven for Moms like me who is always on the lookout for savings, discounts, and deals that could give more value for the money.

Many times Home Depot saved me from spending too much with home fixtures, bathroom accessories, and other stuff I need for minor and major home renovations.

I remember one summertime when their bathroom accessories went on a buy one get one promo. It was perfect because we have two bathrooms in the house, but they are both plain. I was able to buy a mirror, stainless towel hanger, soap dish, toothbrush holder, etc; bathroom shelf and more. Since they were all on BOGO promo, I was able to repair and decorate both of our bathrooms. Now both bathrooms are a nice place to have a relaxing bath.

Now that Balck Friday is coming, I am sure homemakers alike are looking forward to buy more for less once more from The Home Depot.

Let's take a peek of what's in store from The Home Depot on Black Friday.

• Financing deals and discounts when buying multiple appliances like a washer and dryer, or full kitchen set.

Washers and dryers, for me, are a must-have inside the house. We are a family of 5 and we are all busy - kids are all studying and hubby and I are both working freelance. Kids usually have a lot of activities in school, and we (husband and I) are both freelancers who travel every day to meet clients. We don't have time to wash the clothes by hands to save on electricity, water, etc; but if we can buy a really efficient washer, maybe a fully-automatic front-loader, with discounts or through financing with good offer and less interest; then that would be a big help for all of us.

• $100s off popular power tools, toolsets, and even toolboxes or chests to store them all.

Tools are for the husbands. Just like most Dads, hubby loves to collect tools, especially power tools because he doesn't want a contractor doing major house renovations and improvements. Like me, he loves to DIY and personalized our place which is why he invest in good quality tools. $100 is a great deal already, We can but more power tools for our home project this summer.

• All your favorite Christmas decorations like wreaths, trees, and poinsettias.

It's almost Christmas and of course, we must not forget to decorate the house. This is the time of the year when our houses are filled with greens, reds, silvers, and golds. Now is the perfect time to set the mood for the holidays thru decors and make the celebration festive with the theme you have chosen or have in mind. Don't forget to check out https://slickdeals.net/coupons/home-depot/black-friday-deals/ every now and then and don't forget to mark your calendar this Nov 21 as it would be the start of deals that The Home Depot has prepared for everyone.

How about you? What are you looking forward to see go on sale at The Home Depot this Black Friday?

RedDoorz lets you Make New Moments with the people you love this Christmas

RedDoorz, the No. 1 affordable hotel chain powered by the No. 1 travel app, launched #RedDoorzMakeNewMoments on November 16, 2019 with a staycation for selected media at key RedDoorz partner hotels.

The social media guests experienced for free the convenience and quality accommodations guaranteed by RedDoorz – free wifi, satellite television, mineral water, spotless linens, clean washrooms, hot and cold shower, and toiletries. The same guaranteed perks can be enjoyed by regular hotel guests at unbelievably affordable rates.

“Make New Moments” was launched to make it easier and more exciting for Pinoys to plan their Christmas holidays with their special people. Invited social media personalities posted special promo codes on their social media accounts so their followers and the public can use the promo code numbers to get 20% off on the regular RedDoorz rates – a real Holiday steal! 

“We want to give everyone more beautiful reasons to celebrate the Holidays by letting them enjoy staycations and travel experiences anywhere they want this Christmas. A Pinoy Christmas is all about familyand making new moments with them. What better fun is there than to get the whole family or barkada together at Christmas so they can create more beautiful moments to look back on in the future? RedDoorz has over 200 rooms in over 20 cities nationwide to accommodate them,” said Raenald De Jesus, RedDoorz Country Marketing Manager.

“RedDoorz hotel rates are very affordable but we still pamper our guests with the most important creature comforts,” explained De Jesus. “We want to lift spirits up during this special season and create a new lifestyle experience for people who will celebrate by traveling, shopping and doing mini-getaways. There’s a RedDoorzin almost every corner that can give them a place to rest, relax or celebrate. You can say our gift to our guests is to let them have a Merry Christmas with their loved ones without putting a dent in their pocket books.”

You too can experience RedDoorz and enjoy an affordable Holidays 2019.

Go to www.reddoorz.com and @RedDoorzPh on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

Hassle-free Black Friday Shopping via Groupon

Black Friday is an informal name for the Friday following Thanksgiving Day in the United States, which is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November.

It was called Black Friday because back then, it caused traffic accidents and violence due to the volume of shoppers. But nowadays, Black Friday no longer has a negative meaning because it is regarded as the start of the Christmas shopping season and shopping is no longer done via the physical store only, but most do it online.

Many stores offer highly promoted sales on Black Friday and one of them is Groupon. Groupon, a worldwide e-commerce marketplace connecting subscribers with local merchants by offering activities, travel, goods and services is one of my favorite sites to go during Black Friday. Shopping via groupon is a lot more convenient and affordable than going to a physical store or even shopping online from other e-commerce sites. Groupon offers a thousand of deals with as much as 80% off. The category of the products they offer is just so vast and almost covers anything and everything we need and want in our daiy living - fashion, technology, food, travel, home improvement - name it and Groupon has it.

Want to have a peek of what's in store this Black Friday in Groupon? Check this deals out :

Travel and Recreation

Enjoy BOGO offers, 50% off on getaways and hotel accomodations, up to 70% off last minute travel deals to select locations and more. Your next adventure is just a few clicks away this Black Friday at Groupon.

Food and Gadgets

Check out the deals to save $15 on food, cashback at Dunkin Donuts, enjoy as much as 76% off on headphones, enjoy great offers from PS4 Pro Call of Duty bundle, 65% off from Beats by Dre and more.


Fuel

It's amazing that fuels go on sale too via Groupon. You can enjoy 25cents off from Shell and deal from Valvoline for Oil Change. 

Deals below $10

What can you buy with a $10 nowadays? Well, Groupon is giving you more reasons to shop because you can save a lot at the same time. You can even give some of these items below $10 as a gift this coming holiday.

• Blackwave Wireless Bluetooth Headset for $7.99

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Valenzuela City's Paspas Permit is the Fastest Business Permit App System in the Country

Starting November 13, an integrated permit application system called the 3S Plus Valenzuela City Online Services will provide a single platform for the application of permits and request for documents. This is the first and the fastest of its kind in the country, which spares applicants from the cost and time required of personal applications at the city hall.

With the City’s commitment to be in full compliance to the Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Law, the highlight of the system is the “Paspas Permit”, the 10-second business permit application system. It allows the issuance of a provisionary business permits within ten seconds after the payment confirmation. Prior to this project, the issuance of business permits at the City Hall takes about 15 to 30 minutes.

Present at the launch are: Department of Trade and industry (DTI) Secretary Ramon Lopez (center), Valenzuela City Mayor REX Gatchalian (to his right), Vice Mayor Lorena Natividad-Borja (to his left), and the City Council of Valenzuela.

The introduction of the ‘Paspas Permit’ system will accelerate Valenzuela’s adoption of digital technology to streamline services for more than 18,000 businesses in the city. According to Mayor REX Gatchalian, “the new platform demonstrates the local government’s commitment to make services more efficient and innovative, which in turn can attract more investors and spur further development. Entrepreneurs are indispensable to our country’s growth and so we are empowering them through improved systems of service delivery.”

“At this point, the adoption of digital technology has become essential to fostering growth. The launch of 3S Plus Valenzuela City Online Services shows how we are leveraging on the innovative use of new technologies for better, faster services to our constituents,” he added.

City of Valenzuela’s efforts uphold E-Governance have earned accolades from numerous reputable institutions. It is a Hall-of-Famer to the Most Business Friendly Highly Urbanized City award of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), a distinction that it held in 2012, 2014, 2015, and again, in 2019 after a mandatory three-year hiatus from the Search.

Using the 3S Plus Valenzuela City Online Services, permit applicants can apply for the following documents and services:

● Renewal or Application of New Business Permits

● Building and Construction Permit application

● Real Property Tax (RPT) payments

● Requests for Certified True Copy of Tax Declaration, Tax Mapping Certificate, Certificate of Non-Improvement and Appraisal of Real Property

● Requests for Certified True Copy of Birth, Death, and Marriage Certificate, and Court Decision

Actual business permit and documents can be delivered within three to five working days through Wide Wide World Express (formerly DHL Philippines) or Grab Express.

Payments, on the other hand, can be processed via Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, Bancnet or PayMaya. 

Documentary requirements submitted through the platform are reviewed realtime between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Mondays to Fridays. Those who were applied beyond office hours shall be processed promptly on the next morning. 

Provisionary Building and Construction permits shall also be obtained through the system within 10 second upon confirmation of payment. A provisionary permit shall be sent to the applicant’s email and they can commence construction. However, the applicant must submit the original documents to the Office of the Building Official (OBO) within 15 days, so they can get their actual permit. Failing to do so will revoke their provisionary permit.

“Simpler and faster processes reflect good governance and this is what we want to achieve through our 3S Plus Valenzuela City Online Services. This platform is a one-stop shop for permits and documents needed by residents, investors, and entrepreneurs who want to do business in our city,” Gatchalian concluded. 

To register an account at the 3S Plus Valenzuela City Online Services and start applying for permits and documents, visit www.valenzuela.gov.ph.