Vice Ganda Cosmetics : make-up products for as low as Php300

Beauty for everyone. GANDA FOR ALL.

Everyone is beautiful no matter what gender, color, shape, size, class or race. That's the idea behind the "Ganda for All" tagline that was made popular by Vice Cosmetics. Gandang kavogue, gandang phenom, gandang kering-keri, all kinds of pretty. The brand believes that everyone deserves to look and feel beautiful, and everyone means ALL, no one is above anyone.

Vice Ganda Cosmetics, launched in 2017 is a local brand offering one of the finest cosmetics accessible to all. Acessibility doesn't only mean offering affordable price but also offering more choices of where to buy the products. The brand is not just accessible at the malls and physical outlet stores, but also online and e-commerce sites such as Shopee. Tarush, right?

This holiday season, check out where your P300 can take you in helping you glam up for parties left and right.

Love, Joanne Glide & Glow Shimmer Liner (Eyeliner, Long-wearing, Water-resistant, Smudge-proof)

50% off at P112 only

This newest collection with Vice cosmetics is the brand's most personal one. This collection is also Vice Ganda's way of saying thank yewww for supporting and making collaboration with Vice Cosmetics an ANNEkabogable success. 

Achieve the most precise liner flick with the Glide & Gow Shimmer Liners. This smudge-proof, water-resistant formula comes with an ultra slim brush tip for trendy, shimmery liner lewks that are quick and easy! Comes in three colorful shades.

• Long-Wearing
• Water-resistant
• Smudge-proof

Brush Tip 0.1mm
Quick Drying
Easy to Apply

Water Gel Lip and Cheek Tint Kyondi (Lip Tint, Cheek Tint, Mask-Proof, Long-Lasting)

P195.00 each

Finish : Satin

This shade reads true red on any and all skin tones. Water Gel Lip & Cheek Tint is vibrant, lightweight, long-lasting, Paraben-free, cruelty-Free and vegan. 

It is specially formulated for easy blending; intensely pigmented and long-lasting for vibrant color that stays put; lightweight texture delivers all-day comfort. It is also infused with comfort-enhancing ingredients and antioxidants including Vitamin E. Product is designed in the US.

Vice Co Micro Brow Pencil - Ash Brown (Brow Pencil, Natural Brows, Ultra slim, Buildable, Longwear)

P245 each

Formulation : Pencil
Finish : Natural

A retractable, ultra-slim brow pencil that shapes and defines the brows with ease and precision. It features a built-in spoolie to groom the brows into Gandoll Perfection! This pencil is buildable and long-wearing and its pigment is activated when drawn on the brows.

Have you tried any of the Vice Ganda Cosmetics products? What's your experience so far? Which among the collections is your favorite?

Drink coffee to avoid weight gain this holiday season

Christmas Season is here! And, for sure, some might be worried about gaining some pounds. After all, despite the pandemic, this season of merriment means eating and drinking more than the usual at all the parties and gatherings you will throw or attend—may it be virtual or physical—with your friends and loved ones at home.

While some people struggle with their weight during the holidays, did you know that a recent study revealed a potential solution that does not involve depriving yourself of Christmas treats?

In 2019, scientists at the University of Illinois released a study that suggests that consuming caffeine can limit weight gain and cholesterol production, even while eating a diet that is high in fat and sugar.
Based on the study, caffeine, which is a crystalline compound found mostly in tea and coffee plants, can reduce the storage of lipids in fat cells, as well as limit weight gain and the production of triglycerides. And although the scientists used the caffeine extracted from mate tea, the study noted that effects were similar with synthetic caffeine and that extracted from coffee.

For Santé, a provider of premier organic health and wellness products and services, on the other hand, taking your daily dose of caffeine can be so much more exciting, especially if you can have that brew you love from a coffee shop.

If you are looking for that perfect coffee that can provide just the right amount of caffeine to help you get rid of that ‘holiday weight’ and stay healthy, as well as perk you up for the day, then Santé’s Barlicinno is right for you.

Barliccino is a cappuccino plus Santé Barley Coffee Mix that offers a healthier and tastier choice than your usual pricey “coffee-shop” brew. Each cup of this coffee is a foamy, delicious, and comforting escape to the real cappuccino goodness that brings the coffee- shop quality experience in an instant, wherever you are.

What makes Barliccino different? It is infused with the goodness of pure barley grass from Santé, certified as organic by BioGro, New Zealand’s leading organic certification agency. This component makes Barliccino a healthier choice since barley grass is known to be an effective antioxidant and is rich in vitamins and minerals that can help detoxify the body. It also aids in keeping the digestive and immune systems healthy.

Additionally, Barliccino is also is mostly sweetened using Stevia, a natural substitute for sugar. It only has a minimal amount of sugar (1.63 grams), a lot lesser compared to a regular instant coffee’s sugar content, which is around 12 to 15 grams per serving. It also contains non-dairy creamer and has low-calorie content (52 calories).

Barliccino is just one of the many products offered by Santé, a brand that aims to help everyone to live more and do more. The company has been providing premier organic health and wellness products and services, including Santé BarleyTM as its flagship.

To learn more about Santé, visit its website at santebarley.com.

Check na Check ang Pasko with RiteMED

Christmas is coming and RiteMED is just as excited as the rest of us. Like many Filipinos, RiteMED loves the holidays. And after the past few years, we’re all looking forward to celebrating with friends and family.

To celebrate the season RiteMED launched their Christmas campaign “Sa Pasko mag Check with RiteMED!”  to promote a happy and healthy Christmas this 2022.

Sa Pasko Mag Check!

We Filipinos love getting together during Christmas. But, this comes with a lot of preparations. So let’s follow Santa’s lead to make a list and check it twice!

Is the house decorated and ready for guests? CHECK!

Are the gifts wrapped and ready? CHECK AGAIN!

Is the Noche Buena feast cooked properly? CHECK na CHECK!

Do we have soap and alcohol to wash our hands before we eat? Double CHECK!

Are the games safe for lolo, lola, and all the apos? CHECK din 'yan!

Tara na at mag Self-Check!

They say that Christmas is the season for giving, and we’re all excited to share and receive gifts on the special day. But before we go out, let’s check on ourselves to be sure we aren’t sharing anything except the Christmas spirit.

Are we feeling good; no coughs and no fever? That’s a CHECK!

Are we well rested, we don’t feel too tired or lethargic? Another CHECK!

Have we been eating well, exercising, and taking our vitamins! CHECK again!

I-Check Natin Ang Isa’t Isa!

We love Christmas, but it has changed for everyone. Still, that doesn’t mean we can’t share the holiday spirit with our loved ones who are far away. Let’s check on them, by sending messages and greetings full of smiles and good vibes. 

No matter how we celebrate it, the holidays will always be special. And for bigger and better Christmases to come, always remember sa Pasko mag check with RiteMED!

NUTRIASIA brings ‘A TOUCH OF CHRISTMAS’ to OFWs, FAMILIES this 2022

“A Touch of Christmas” is NutrAsia’s tribute to Overseas Filipino Workers, who cannot wait to reconnect with their families this holiday season through great meals prepared with top-quality NutriAsia food products.

The Philippines’ leading food company, NutriAsia, releases their film “A Touch of Christmas” to celebrate the sacrifices of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).

 

WATCH THE FILM HERE. 

The film features an OFW and also a mother, coming home in time for the holidays, and her struggle of reconnecting with her estranged young son after a long time of being apart. This scenario is not far from real life as according to the latest data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), over half of the OFW population or 60.2% are Filipina breadwinners, which inevitably includes mothers. 

Mels Timan, NutriAsia’s Content and Creatives Manager for Corporate Marketing and Communications says, “This film is our homage to the courage and sacrifice of Filipino workers abroad who tirelessly strive to provide a better life for their loved ones.” 

The film also captures how only a lucky few of our OFWs are able to spend time with their families for the holidays and how important that time is. NutriAsia allows families this yuletide season to gather around great meals and share happiness. Timan says, “For over three decades, NutriAsia has been enriching the Filipino Noche Buena experience with its powerhouse of biggest and most iconic brands that turn meal occasions into Masarap, Masaya moments.”  

With distribution channels not just in the Philippines but also in other areas in the Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and North America, Nutriasia is able to deliver the promise of a Masarap, Masaya way of life, bringing a taste of home and the goodness of life to Filipinos here, and even to those living and working abroad, who, unfortunately, cannot come home in time for Noche Buena this year.

“As the leading provider of Pinoy sauces… NutriAsia will continue to nourish local and global Pinoys with the deliciousness of the Filipino way of life, today and for all the tomorrows to come,” Timan says.

“…We chose to adopt a global perspective in producing our well-loved condiments. There are more [than] 10 million Filipinos living abroad and more than 1 million Filipinos leaving the country each year to work overseas. No matter how far their various endeavours bring them away from the comforts of home, there are certain things you can never leave behind. Like our ubiquitous tabo, our Datu Puti, Silver Swan, Mang Tomas, and UFC Banana Catsup go wherever the Filipinos are”, she adds. 

For OFW parents, this season is an opportunity to reconnect with the flavors of home by sharing a delicious home-cooked meal with the family. Trusted and loved by Filipino families all over the world, NutriAsia produces great tasting seasonings and condiments to level up cooking and meals.

Food that’s made with love and flavored with Filipinos’ favorite products from Nutriasia is sure to bring the family together at the dinner table. Moms, dads, and other caregivers at home will spend hours in the kitchen for all the Noche Buena preparations and they cannot wait to see the looks of satisfaction as the people they love taste their food. As we say in the film: “Love is worth the wait.” 

The film showcases NutriAsia’s most beloved brands, which will surely complete this year’s Noche Buena:

GOLDEN FIESTA

UFC SPAGHETTI SAUCE

UFC GRAVY

MANG TOMAS, LOCALLY, PAPA

Isang masarap and masayang Pasko mula sa NutriAsia! #MasarapMasaya

NutriAsia, Inc. is a food company and the Philippines’ leading producer and distributor of sauces and condiments, committed to happy people and great meals anytime and anywhere! NutriAsia’s brands include Datu Puti, Silver Swan, Mang Tomas, UFC, Papa, Golden Fiesta, Locally, Jufran, Mafran, and AlcoPro. Visit NutriAsia.com or follow NutriAsia’s official Facebook page for more news and updates about the brand.

Why going “clean” can be better for your skin health and the environment

Artistry Skin Nutrition is committing to healthy beauty with its traceable, vegan skincare products. 

For many skincare gurus today, effectiveness is no longer the strongest barometer in choosing what goes into their daily beauty regimen. Most of them are also choosing clean beauty.

While there’s no official definition of clean beauty, skincare experts agree that these products are free from harmful toxins like parabens and phthalates—known to interfere with hormone functions—that can be absorbed by the skin. This is why many clean beauty brands opt for natural ingredients to avoid industrial chemicals that can be carcinogens or even pesticides.

Skincare routines don’t have to feel like selfish acts of indulgence with brands like Artistry Skin Nutrition. With these clean, traceable, vegan skincare products you can achieve your skin goals without causing harm to animals, communities, and the environment. 

Choosing clean beauty also helps divert toxic chemicals away from water sources like streams and rivers, helping reduce marine pollution that can threaten wildlife and ecosystems. Clean beauty products aren’t only good for you, they can also be great for the environment and are made cruelty-free. One of the significant tenets of clean beauty philosophy would be traceability, as beauty experts, safe personal care product advocates, and even environmentalists believe that transparency in business is one of the best ways to ensure that a beauty brand is delivering on its promise. 

Filipino skinthusiasts can experience a new approach to skincare, one that promises healthy beauty without compromises, with Artistry Skin Nutrition™, the clean, traceable, certified vegan skincare line from the global leader in health and wellness, Amway. 

Artistry Skin Nutrition works like supplements for the skin, thanks to its cutting-edge skin science and the infusion of powerful phytonutrient botanical ingredients like acerola cherry, pomegranate, and spinach from Amway’s Nutrilite, the only vitamin brand in the world to grow, harvest and process plants from their own organic farms which are maintained using sustainable, chemical-free methods with the careful guidance of Amway’s own agricultural experts and scientists. 

This makes Artistry Skin Nutrition the only brand in the world that can truly claim traceability from seed to skin so you’re sure that the products are pure, safe, and effective. This also means that the beauty brand can identify the manufacturing location, extraction location, all the way to the specific crop of the raw material for every final product that touches your skin.  

Artistry Skin Nutrition products are free from animal-derived ingredients and also formulated without parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and over 1,300 other ingredients that clean beauty followers may be concerned about. 

Every Artistry Skin Nutrition formula is infused with White Chia Seed grown in certified-organic Nutrilite farms, the line’s star ingredient, which is a nutrient-dense, ancient grain superfood packed with omega-3, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to effectively achieve healthy-looking skin. 

Artistry Skin Nutrition products are also formulated without parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and over 1,300 other iffy ingredients that discerning clean beauty followers may be concerned about. The brand also conducts clinical, consumer, safety, in-vitro and ex-vivo testing to support its safety and efficacy claims for its formulas. These studies are performed to ensure the products are well-tolerated and effective and satisfy consumer expectations. 

As a responsible beauty brand, Artistry Skin Nutrition formulas are free from animal-derived ingredients and are registered with The Vegan Society, one of the oldest vegan organizations in the world that are based in the United Kingdom and work to educate consumers about the value of going vegan.  

The brand has also taken concrete steps to improve operational sustainability. Artistry Skin Nutrition cartons are produced from paper, a renewable resource. The paper comes from sustainably managed forests practicing responsible forest management. These products are also produced in a 90% landfill-free facility. It can also be highlighted that 100% of the electricity required by Amway to manufacture Artistry products in the United States is offset by the company’s continuing investment in sustainable wind power.  

Skincare routines don’t have to feel like selfish acts of indulgence. With brands like Artistry Skin Nutrition that takes the responsibility offering healthy beauty seriously with clean, traceable, vegan skincare products, you can achieve your skin goals without causing harm to animals, communities, and the environment. 

To learn more about Healthy Beauty and Artistry Skin Nutrition’s new approach to skincare, follow @OfficialAmwayPH on Facebook, @artistryph on Instagram, and the Amway website at www.amway.com.ph.

Fun and Festive Ways to Enjoy Aice Ice Cream this Holiday!

With the Christmas season fast-approaching, families are definitely getting their holiday preparations in and feeling the high spirits this festive season brings. After all, the holiday season is for friends, family… and ice cream!

While many of us see ice cream as treats strictly for the summer, Aice has unique products and flavors that will surely make you think twice. Whether you’re looking for a fun, new way to indulge in a festive treat or on the hunt for a tasty dessert to make for your holiday gathering, here are easy and different ways to enjoy ice cream products from Aice this Christmas.


Start your Christmas morning with Aice

Aice has different coffee-flavored ice cream that can give you that extra boost of energy on Christmas morning, such as the Coffee Macchiato made with real premium coffee that you can either enjoy as ice cream or melt down and drink as actual coffee! You can also try Coffee Crispy, which is cappuccino-flavored and covered in crispy chocolate coating.

If you’re not much of a coffee lover, you can also start your day with the Milk Stick, healthy and refreshing milk ice cream with a soft pudding texture.


Make different recipes and treats with Aice ice cream 

With a wide variety of flavors and kinds of ice cream to choose from, you are sure to enjoy these easy recipes to make your holiday sweeter!

Aice Chocolate Crispy Milk Shake

Aice Mochi Ice Cream Sandwich 

Aice Ice Cream Float

Aice Affogato

Aice Fruity Smoothie

Include unique ice cream products in your Noche Buena and Media Noche spreads

While you and your family prepare your holiday eve spread, why don’t you give it a seasonal twist this year? Aice’s unique ice cream flavors will definitely make your holiday celebrations more colorful and festive, with products such as Fruit Twister, Taro Crispy, Blueberry as well as Sweet Corn that not only tastes like real corn, but is also wrapped in a corn-shaped soft cone. 


Use it in games during your family reunion

A truly different way to enjoy ice cream is to use it in games and bring out the competitive nature of your friends and family through a speed eating contest! Line up all the ice cream lovers in your gathering and give them each an Aice product to see who can finish and enjoy it the quickest. For this game, you can give them the different Crispy flavors which are stick ice cream with chocolate coating and crunchy biscuits or the different flavors from the Crispy Cone Series too!


In addition to these fun ways to enjoy ice cream this holiday season, the most important is to bring happiness to everyone through Aice ice cream. Share the love of ice cream with your family and friends so that each of them can find their personal favorites — like the Strawberry Crispy, Miki Miki, Chocolate 2 Colors Stick, and more. With so many different kinds of products and whether it comes in a stick, cone, cup, or tub — all of these can surely be enjoyed with everyone this holiday season!


About Aice

Aice Group Holdings PTE, LTD. was established in Singapore and entered the Indonesian Market in 2014 as an ice cream manufacturing company. Aice aims to become the most popular ice cream brand in Southeast Asia, and the brand focuses on bringing quality innovation and delicious ice cream that’s accessible to all kinds of consumers. Since its inception, Aice has now been present in the Philippines, Vietnam, and Cambodia. With the rapid development growth of the brand in Southeast Asia, Aice has provided employment opportunities for thousands of employees and its products are currently available at more than 350,000 small shops around the region.

In 2022, Aice has set its sights higher and has become the official ice cream of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, appointing global football superstars Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe as the new faces of the brand globally.

Aice is the official ice cream of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ with the theme – 
Sports Spirit Achieves World Class Quality



About Aice Philippines

Aice was established in the Philippines in 2018 with a goal of bringing the joy of eating ice cream closer and easier to reach for all Filipinos, most especially to children. To date, Aice has launched more than 30 flavors of ice cream in the Philippines, covering sari-sari store outlets nationwide and helping these stores earn additional income and has also been giving job opportunities to more than 2,000 people. This wide reach is a testament to Aice’s reception and approval by local consumers.

5 Dirtiest Spots in Your Home and How To Clean Them

Germumus in your hard-to-wash home items might be hiding in plain sight.

We are spending more time indoors now than ever, and as we retreat to our sanctuary, it is vital to keep our indoor environment clean and hygienic all day long. However, germs have mastered the art of hiding in some areas—and they are usually not the easiest to clean! This includes our hard-to-wash fabrics which are always vulnerable to deep-seated germs and viruses we call Germumus, or germs, bacteria, and pathogens that appear invisible, but are already stealthily living in our hard-to-wash items. 

When was the last time you cleaned your couch? Six months ago? Last year? Never? Bring on the power tools! Here are some ways to keep them clean and what you can do in between washes to keep common trouble spots around the house germ-free.


Couches and Sofas: We all love being couch potatoes but lounging on a dirty sofa is a no-no. Did you know that the average sofa has 12 times more bacteria than your toilet seat? As they can easily trap dirt, allergens, and bacteria in their soft fibers, experts recommend having them professionally cleaned every 6 months. At home, you can use a hand vacuum to clean debris and dirt from the sofa’s surface. Be sure not to forget the crevices where dirt can accumulate!


Curtains: Cleaning your curtains might be included in your low-priority tasks but they actually accumulate a lot more grime than meets the eye. Just like the couches, curtains can also trap dust and dirt. Schedule to wash your curtains twice or more a year with cool or lukewarm water and mild detergent.

Bed Sheets: Ideally, you should change your bedsheets and pillowcases at least once a week as they can have a buildup of oils, dirt, and sweat from daily use. Compared to the average toilet seat, a one-week-old bed sheet contains 29,000 more bacteria. To clean, check the care label and wash with the hottest water temperature setting indicated.



Carpets: Dirty carpets not only look bad but they're also full of pollutants and grime. Experts recommend having them cleaned by a professional at least once a year or every quarter if you have pets or kids. If you can’t schedule a pro, use a sponge or soft-bristle brush and work a cleaning solution into a lather.


Area rugs: Unless your area rug is extremely delicate, cleaning your area rug is something you can easily take on yourself. High-traffic area rugs should be cleaned at least every 3 months to not only extend the life of your rugs but also to make sure dirt is regularly removed. Thoroughly vacuum the rug on both sides or take the smaller rugs outdoors and shake them off as much as you can.

Other Hard-to-Wash Fabrics: Any area of your home with high traffic and surfaces that get touched a lot is basically a germ bank. This includes your bags, shoes, pet bed, and even office chairs! You can clean them by vacuuming to remove loose dirt or running the covers through the washing machine (if possible) using the warmest appropriate water setting.


Regular laundering of fabrics and cleaning soft surfaces with soap and water will go a long way. But if you’re grossed out by all of the germs and bacteria that might be lurking in your home, you’re probably wondering what you can do in between washes to make sure these germ-laden spots are cleaned every day. Unfortunately, you cannot simply shake and pound out deep-seated Germumus. It helps, sure, but it’s definitely not enough.



As told by our experts, bacteria and viruses grow exponentially in these hard-to-wash fabrics and ordinary punas, pagpag, or vacuuming is not enough to remove them. “We come in contact with bacteria and viruses every day and millions of these linger on fabric items such as mattresses, sofas, rugs, and curtains, and the like,” said Prof. Joel C. Cornista, current President of the Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc.. “Dusting or vacuuming every few weeks may be helpful but bacteria and viruses can still grow in these items in between your general cleaning days. Exposure to these bacteria and viruses may lead to infections and trigger allergies, and so it will be wise to degerm these items daily.

Fortunately, you need not worry anymore! The NEW Downy Antibac Fabric Spray is your quick and easy solution for the germumus in your hard-to-wash fabrics. It penetrates deep into fabrics to remove 99.9% of germs and eliminate odors, making our homes germ-free and smelling fresh instantly! Use this on your bed and mattresses, sofas, curtains, and even on your shoes and bags!


Using the Downy Antibac Fabric Spray is so easy that anyone at home can do their part in eliminating germumus. Complete your cleaning routine with the Downy Antibac Fabric Spray that gets rid of the dust and bacteria left behind after dusting and vacuuming. Simply turn the spray cap on, position your hard-to-wash fabric 20-30 cm away from the spray, and spray until the fabric is wet. Let it air dry after so you can fully experience the 99.9% Antibac freshness!


Level up your cleaning game by including the Downy Antibac Fabric Spray to your daily cleaning routine to ensure your home smells fresh and is safe from germumus all day, everyday! Together, #LetUsSprayAndProtect with #DownyAntibacFabricSpray!

How Monitoring Your Fertility Can Increase Your Chances of Getting Pregnant

Let’s talk about pregnancy! Maybe you’re a young couple excited about starting a new life together, or having a family is something you’ve always dreamt of - here is some useful information to consider to help improve your odds at getting pregnant.

To some of us, it may be a surprise to hear that the process of actually getting pregnant can be astonishingly complicated. Recognising what day is best for fertility, how women’s hormones and temperature fluctuate, and knowing the array of vitamins and supplements necessary can be overwhelming. But a simple step many people overlook is that of monitoring your fertility.

Not only is it important to monitor your cycle to understand when the best times for conceiving are, but it can help you understand your body and the way it works better. Women with regular menstrual cycles of around 28 days have a higher likelihood of ovulation on day 14, but for those with irregular period, the ease of the process fades and it can become simply frustrating.

However, this is when the power of modern technology proves most useful! Apps on smartphones offer an easy approach to monitoring your fertility, but they’re only as good as the information you put in: forgetting a couple of days or missing the start of your period can distort their calculations. Similarly, good old pen and paper proves ineffective for irregular periods as the consistency of the menstrual cycle is variable. A more accurate answer is buying a fertility monitor.

Fertility monitors are clinically proven to help predict your ovulation accurately, and often come with additional help for different aspects of getting pregnant- for example, tracking the effects of your medicine on your hormones. This is an effective method of fertility tracking that helps women that are also “new to the whole thing and want some affirmation that everything’s happening normally”, Dr Rebecca Flyckt argues. Of course, fertility in both partners is essential- don’t limit the fertility monitoring to just the woman, as new technology is available for the testing and tracking of male fertility too.

While the average couple conceives after about five or six months of trying, those with monitoring practice greatly improve their odds. The NHS suggests that alongside this, maintaining a healthy diet and exercising is crucial for not just daily life, but for those attempting pregnancy too. Laying the groundwork before trying to get pregnant is helpful as well; by visiting a doctor or midwife and scheduling a preconception check-up helps acknowledge and remove any obstacles in the way of your pregnancy. As with anything, planning, and preparation massively alleviates stress and anxiety, and undeniably helps with regards to pregnancy!

Finding the Right Clothing Manufacturers using an Online Tool

Being one of the most basic needs of human, clothing such as dress, attire or garments is universally worn on the body for many reasons. Clothing protects the human body against the adverse climate conditions. It also protects us from precipitation, strong winds, cold, intense heat; keeping us safer under extreme weather conditions. Aside from the very basic role of clothing as a method to hide the particular areas or sensitive parts of a person's body, people also wear clothing for functional or social reasons. Clothing is oftentimes used also as a self-expression. What people wear speaks so much about his or her personality and is oftentimes a reflection of his thoughts and feelings. The kind of clothing a person wears can even define his or her own personality and traits.

Clothing is definitely one of the most important requirements for a human to live decently and to keep his or her existence, which is why the clothing or garment industry has been a major contributor to the economies of many countries. This industry provides incomes, generates jobs, especially for women; and foreign currency receipts and in the long run by providing countries the opportunity for sustained economic development.

Many garments and clothing factories have evolved in different parts of many countries to provide the growing needs of a human for a quality, comfortable, useful and fashionable clothing. Many have ventured in this kind of industry because it is one of the most exciting and most promising businesses that a company or a corporation can engage in locally or even internationally.

But just like any other businesses, getting started is always a challenge. Starting a clothing line is a very interesting and financially rewarding venture but not without its ups and downs. The secret to a successful clothing business is to plan adequately for the challenges that would come along the way.

Aside from the capital, another big challenge in this business is in the clothes production - where and how to find the right clothing manufacturers for your products.

The first step before you can start selling your line of clothing is to find a clothing manufacturer that should comply and meet with your quality standards and that can deliver sales samples that should exactly look like the products you want to market.

For a clothing business, finding a good manufacturer is a big and important challenge. Despite the fact that there are many ways to find factories; on trade shows, from direct contacts, through online sources, etc; it can be really tough finding a factory that suits your needs in terms of quality, communication, and delivery. Don't settle for the one who will promise you the moon instead, look for the one that is capable of making the product being asked for, so your time would not be wasted. Recommendations, especially among people of the same industry are still valuable, but having an online service provider is the best.

Doing online searches or transactions for the clothing manufacturer you're looking for has a lot of advantages. You have global access, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; definitely, you can transact from any time and anywhere in the world. There is a greater flexibility in looking for manufacturers online and is cost-efficient. Never to mention, less paper waste.

But how do you really find clothing manufacturers using online tools? The answer is Sewport. An online tool that lets brands connect to the right clothing manufacturers the easiest way possible. Whether you already have the product but need to reproduce or you are just starting from scratch and you only have ideas but don't know how to properly execute them, the key is this online tool. In just a few clicks, after registering your details to the site; it will connect you to manufacturers who will send you their proposals or quotes and all you have to do is select the best candidate to work with, or you can either choose from the list of manufacturers that can be found on their site. You can exchange conversations through chats within the site. You can always do it thru laptops, tablets or even thru any internet capable mobile phones. Everything can be done online from ideas to products which makes it a lot more comfortable and systematic.

In the line of clothing business, challenges are not things to run away from; they must be bravely faced head-on, instead. The process of knowing and identifying those challenges, expecting them and preparing for them so that when they show up, you'll no longer be surprised; is a step every owner must take. They should be armed with the knowledge and information to tackle those challenges and there's no easy and more effective way to let those ideas on clothing industry come to life but with Sewport.

Sewport is truly making clothing businesses a less stressful thing by providing a one-stop shop for clothing services and by giving a seamless experience to the users, they help empower the clothing industry to innovate and prosper. By bridging the gap between brands and manufacturers, they are giving more hopes to the industry to do better and to make bigger.

Dressing in Style : Bold and Quirky Knee-high Striped Socks

Socks were invented for the overall protection of the feet. Apart from moisture absorption, they also provide cushioning to pad the feet and help keep them warm. During the fall and winter months, socks can help prevent cold feet and even frostbite.

Socks are part of a hygienic practice. We wear socks to keep the feet dry and prevent conditions such as athlete’s foot. Going sockless can result in conditions such as blisters or foot sores. Also, the odor can develop if you don’t wear socks since the feet is among the heaviest producers of sweat in the body.

In cold environments, socks made from wool are used to insulate the foot and decrease the risk of frostbite. 

Sexy pink and blue striped socks

Typically, white-colored socks are worn with sports shoes and dark-colored socks for dress shoes. In addition to the numerous practical roles played by socks, they are also a fashion item and they are available in myriad colors and patterns.

Socks have really evolved over the centuries. From the material they are made of, to the colors and styles - socks have really changed and adapted the ever-changing fashion trends. From boring colors such as white, black and brown; you can find socks of every color and style these days, and one of the most fashionable socks is the striped ones.

These striped socks were once used by athletes only, but nowadays they are part of everyone's fashion and style even in offices and schools.

Unicorn printed Chrissy's socks

Most striped socks are knee-high. Using knee-high socks is not just about dressing in style, but has a very practical purpose as it protects not just the feet but the skin up to the knee from dirt, heat, cold and from getting bruised or wounded; which is why schools and sports teams prefer knee-high socks.

Striped socks look sexy when worn by women and add quirkiness to the outfit especially on parties.

Striped socks are now a staple of any wardrobe, a pair of well-fitting knee-high striped socks is not just for the benefit of practicality and function any longer. It has become a way for us to express ourselves, adding a subtle boldness or personality to our otherwise plain uniform. 

But knee-high striped socks are not the same. Always look for the best quality like Chrissy's Socks which are Made in USA and certified Fur-free. Chrissy's range of striped knee highs come in every possible color combination to perfectly match your uniform, costume, or everyday outfit.

Bold yellow-colored socks

These yellow socks are only some of my favorite from Chrissy's collections. Aside from being comfy, they radiate freshness, energy, optimism, intellect, honor, loyalty and joy. As the color is associated with the sun, it creates life-giving warmth; but also at the same time, it tells people around to be cautious and be extra careful in dealing with people and things in general.

How about you? Are you also a fan of knee-high striped socks? Does it make you feel chic and stylish like the socks being offered by Chrissy's?

Proper Healthcare and Loving Yourself

What are your thoughts on self-love and self-care? Self-love and self-care are popular terms today that get tossed around in normal conversation. They are important to living well. They influence who you pick for a mate, the image you project at work, and how you cope with the problems in your life.

We are all big on self-love and self-care. To some, prowling over fitness gyms in the neighborhood, raiding vegetarian restaurants at the corner of the street, looking for the most effective herbal supplement over the counter and having me-time by doing the hair, the lashes http://www.eyelash-growth.com/reviews/idollash/ or the eyebrows; is loving and caring for oneself. For others, self-care and self-love come through indulgent skincare. Yes, you read it right. Skincare.

Though beauty is only skin deep, how your skin looks can affect your self-esteem. Having that glowing, healthy-looking, supple skin gives you the confidence boost to put out your best foot forward. But, implementing the right skincare regimen can be quite a challenge for some who are clueless as to what will work for them or will not.

“Skincare addresses two concerns: wellness and aesthetics or our sense of being attractive, that’s why we do have to take care of our skin and not take it for granted,” says Dr.Lalaine Salazar, medical director of the Svelt’i Health and Beauty Center. For the past two years, SvelT’i has become a pillar of promoting health and beauty inside out while preserving a healthy skin and body. And in those two successful years, Svelt’i has helped many individuals turn their simple skincare into a ritual of self-love and self-care.

The doctor shared she would get similar messages, either in Viber or Instagram, from patients sending their before and after photos, telling how happy they are with the huge difference and beautiful improvement on their skin. One satisfied client shared, “I remember how I was so ashamed of my face full of acne but now I gained the confidence to face every day without hiding anything and with a positive attitude.”

Aside from promoting proper skin care regimen, Svelt’i is also committed to aiding people achieve a physically fit body with the help of technology. The centre offers a variety of non-invasive treatments that promote healthy weight loss. “After 10 sessions of I-curve and several of thermogenic, I lost more than 12 lbs and 7cm off my waistline. This enables me to use the clothes that I want and have regained confidence. I now take time ensuring what I wear is nice compared to before where I have no choice but wear bulky clothes” shares one fulfilled client. Since the centre’s launch two years ago, Svelt’i has been taking care of its clients’ needs for body slimming. What’s more fulfilling for the people behind Svelt’i is that each client comes out of the centre feeling better and fresher.

“These are the words that inspire us to give the best services. We are not just promoting beauty and health, we are building the self-confidence of our patients,” shares Dr.Lalaine.

Biting into the “health” and “wellness” craze makes one true to the epigram that says, “love yourself enough, to live a healthy lifestyle.” Taking good care of our body through proper skincare, eating a balanced diet, and sufficient exercise is the key to self-love and self-care we all deserve. And in our never-ending journey to finding self-love and self-care, we can count on Svelt’i in achieving overall beauty, inside and out.

How cool is receiving a personalized letter from Santa this Christmas?

In less than 2 months, 52 days to be exact; the whole world will celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. And who is more excited about every Christmas celebration? The kids, of course and oh, let’s include the kids-at-heart.

Kids are already expecting and contemplating what kind of presents they will receive on Christmas eve or on Christmas day - toys, chocolates, candies, dresses, shoes, gadgets, etc. But have your kids thought of receiving a personalized letter from Santa? Did it ever cross their young minds?

No matter how old the tradition of giving letters during Christmas maybe, let’s instill it in the hearts and minds of the young generation. Getting a personalized letter from Santa for kids is still cool despite the kind of technology we have nowadays.

Here are a few benefits of a personalized gift.

Personalized gifts are efficient.

The gift selection process is time-consuming. Because people want to give the best gift for someone, they spend a significant amount of time guessing what the person might want. They research the options online, search the mall for something that seems appropriate and they repeat this process at least once before settling on something that seems good enough. Sometimes they tend to give up because of a tiresome process and end up buying a gift card instead. Personalized gifts circumvent the tiring and confusing process of deciding on and tracking down the perfect present.

There’s memory in something personalized.

When you have trouble thinking of the right gift for someone, it can be frustrating for both you and the receiver of your gift. When settling on an impersonal item or a gift card, you can feel disheartened when presenting it, and the individual may assume that you didn’t put much thought into the present. Personalized gifts avoid this issue altogether because few things can be more thoughtful than a gift that is customized to honor the person individually. Personalized gifts are memorable compared to gift certificates and generic goods. It can also remind the individual of your thoughtfulness each time that they see it in the future.


Something personal is valuable.

Perhaps an obvious benefit, the personal nature of these gifts can celebrate your relationship and history with the person. Personalized gifts can be kept longer than others. These gifts are unlikely to break over time and won’t disappear after use just like a gift card would.

Personalized item is customizable in nature.

In every personalized item, you choose the materials to be used, the logos or images to be included, and the message or words to be added, and that gives significant control over the impact of the gift. Personalizing the present to suit the person’s characteristics, personality, hobbies, or achievements shows that you understand and care about them, and put thought into their gift.

Finance and Tech Bits : Currency and Currency Converter Tool

Currency is money in the form of paper or coins. It is a medium of exchange for goods and services; issued by a government, circulated within its jurisdiction, and generally accepted at its face value as a method of payment.

In the modern world, currency is the primary medium of exchange which replaced bartering as a means of trading goods and services.

Free online currency converter

Currency has been in use for at least 3,000 years and money in the form of coins, proved to be crucial to facilitating trade across all continents.

According to WorldAtlas.com, there are 180 national currencies recognized by the United Nations that are currently in circulation. Over 65 countries in the world peg their currencies to the U.S. dollar. Seven sovereign countries and five U.S. territories use it as their official currency of exchange.

Currencies have different values, which is why we have a system of foreign exchange where the market forces of demand and supply of a particular currency exist. The exchange rate which fluctuates constantly in response to economic and political events is the current value of any currency in exchange for another currency. Those fluctuations create the market for currency trading, a foreign exchange market, the world's largest trading market in sheer volume.

When we are in the currency trading or currency exchange industry, we need to convert currencies from time to time. Same also for travelers or even for ordinary people who are buying or selling goods or services online or offline, they need currency converter to make their work a lot easier.

Currency Converter or calculator is a software or a tool that converts the quantity or value of one currency into the relative quantities or values of other currencies to check its corresponding value such as dollars to euros, pounds to dollars etc. It is an electronic program that allows for the quick conversion of currencies.

Converters use the most recent prices to convert into the foreign exchange market. Online currency converters are usually free of charge. It stores the most recent market valuations of the world’s currencies which allows individuals to compare the value of one currency against those of others in the database.

Live chart from introUSD.com, updated daily

IntroUSD website, for instance is a nice currency converter tool that converts US Dollar, Pound, Euro, Yen, and 15 more types of currencies directly to Indian Rupees. It updates the most current exchange rates daily and it also has forecasts for the next day, the next week, the next month, or even the next year. Apart from these forecasts, it also shows a live chart for the current and previous trends in currency exchange. You can backtrack the movement of Indian Rupee currency in the past week, month, the last three or 6 months, or even the last year.

If you are into cryptocurrencies, you can also use the site to convert bitcoins to Indian Rupees. Everything on the website is free for use.

Not all currency converter, offers forecasts and backtracks the previous performance of a certain currency. IntroUSD is one helpful that helps businesses or individuals to make adjustments in their operations or finances that reflect observed changes or anticipated changes in the business environment.

Meanwhile, the history of the currency performance is important because it helps people understand the past to predict the future and help in creating it. The chart showing previous trends allows us to think critically about the present situations to make decisions for the future. Understanding history helps avoid repeating the mistakes over and over again.

How about you, what do you think is the characteristic of a good currency converter? What other features should it contain?

Voogueme : keeping you fashionable for less

Glasses are one of the most popular accessories we use for the eyes. They have several purposes such as eye protection and for fashion.

Glasses are very important in today's digital world so we could properly protect the eyesight. Glasses don't just protect the eyes from dirt and dust but they also protect our vision from digital screens, protecting the eye from harmful UV rays.

Glasses serve as our #OOTD's finishing touches. It's a great way to add visual pop to an ordinary ensemble or make a unique fashion statement. Glasses can add a vintage edge to everyday style or can create a strong silhouette.

Whether the glasses are for fashion or for protection; both have numerous styles, colors, and shapes and are up to date on the latest trends. They make any outfit fashionable and enhance the facial features, too.

Nowadays, these glasses are not only available via the physical store. There are a lot of online stores selling glasses, frames or lenses that offer a lower price aside from discounts, promos, cashbacks, and other freebies.

If you are looking for eye frames online, you might want to check these out. These are chic glasses offered by Voogueme an online store for eyewear based in Asia. Voogueme is a leading provider of stylish prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses which are comfortable and are offering the most competitive prices on the market. They have their own factory, which features state-of-the-art lab for professional services and is equipped with the most modern optical equipment in the industry.

April Black Cat Eye Glasses

This is a very fashionable black cat eye glasses with white, pink and black beads and blings, best for parties.

Cathleen Colorful Cat Eye Glasses

This stone studded eyewear is so chic perfect for someone who has a very lively personality. Also it's perfect to wear in summer or spring when flowers of different colors start to bloom.

For the holiday season, you might want to add a bit of edge to your usual look. These red cateye eyeglasses are perfect to combine with your holiday look, especially for the Christmas season.

Funny Floral Diamond Cat Eye Glasses

Wine/Red Crystal Cat Eye Glasses

Classic yet very stylish cateye glasses perfect for casual to formal gatherings this season.

Here are some more stylish glasses that can be paired with your daily look, to keep your fashion sharp, bold and edgy. Take a look at some of Voogueme's new arrivals.

May Cat Eye Floral Eyeglasses

This floral eyeglasses is perfect to keep your autumn season look rocking.

Melanie Rectangle Wood Eyeglasses

You can unleash your greener personality with this pair of glasses. Perfect for those who advocate for environment-friendly products.

Looking for more affordable glasses? The $6.95 voogueme eyeglasses are now available online. Do check them out for more savings on pretty eye pieces.

With over a hundred of nice and fashionable eyeglasses to choose from, Voogueme ensures the quality and good aftersales services from the online store. Do check out www.voogueme.com for more deals and steals.