Bloggers United is staging their third bloggers bazaar this June 2 at the Grandview Events Place to once again gather Manila’s top fashion bloggers in one single venue outside of the World Wide Web. After holding two successful events last year, Bloggers United has easily become one of the most anticipated affairs for both fashion bloggers and readers in the metro.  More than just a bazaar, Bloggers United also partners with charitable groups to use and channel their influence in a positive manner.

Through the overwhelming power of social media and blogs in today’s generation, the previous Bloggers United events have successfully joined forces with top fashion bloggers like Laureen Uy, Camille Co, Kryz Uy and many more to inspire their followers and to raise funds for various beneficiaries,  namely KIDS Foundation and GMA Kapuso Foundation. This time around, the event will benefit Operation Smile Philippines.

The event gets better and better every time! To make Bloggers United 3 even more momentous, top Indonesian fashion blogger Anastacia Siantar of The Brown Platform will also be selling alongside Cebu fashion bloggers and our very own top celebrities Divine Lee & Sarah Meier.

So, if you love blog-reading and blog-hopping, Bloggers United is sure to be the perfect end-of-summer bazaar for you. Not only will you be able to bump elbows with your favorite bloggers at the event, but you will also be able to snag some of their own stylish statement pieces as they open their closets to sell to the public. Stay-up-to-date with the biggest gathering of bloggers by following us on Twitter (twitter.com/bloggers_united) and Facebook (facebook.com/bloggersunitedph), and bookmarking our official webpage (bloggersunited.org).

P.S. See you all there! I’ll be part of BU once again and I’ll be selling stuff too. If you missed BU 2, I tell ya, it was really awesome!!! Don’t let this day pass once again!!!

True enough, I was greeted by these seats!  The event was held in this room with a big screen in front. You can actually watch a movie while getting a massage! The first one who avails of Blue Water Day Spa’s services in this room gets to pick the movie. But obviously, we weren’t there for a movie. LOL! We were there to know more about the talk of the town, Nourishing Night Oil.

The event started with Divine Lee hosting. Oh my, star struck! She’s really, really nice (no exaggeration)! She’s very down to earth and funny, like she is in her blog.

We were all asked to introduce ourselves and our blog too, so here I am with a microphone! My secret? I can never be comfortable holding a mic!!! I’m just too shy!!!

Mr. Rishi Pradhan, Managing Director of Mega Philippines, then talked about their company first. Of course, any product you put on your skin, especially on your face, you want to know where it came from. It’s like trusting your skin or even your health to them when you use their products.

It’s good to know that Mega started way back in 1983 in Thailand. The company was established in the Philippines last 2001 and is currently present in 21 countries. They are committed to provide quality products and services to their customers, suppliers and consumers through constant improvement and innovation. Mega actually carries numerous products- skin care, slimming, herbal, OTC medicines, etc. And of course, part of the products they carry is the Nourishing Night Oil.

At first glance, I thought of the Vitamin E capsules. Well, it looks like it, but NNO is NOT something you drink like vitamins. If you’re familiar with what some celebrities and beauty enthusiasts do with their Vitamin E soft capsule gels, they poke it and massage the liquid onto the face. That’s what NNO is, BUT it’s even better they say. Why? How? Ms. Cristina Paloma, NNO Brand Manager, explained this to us.

What is Nourishing Night Oil?

• It is an all-natural moisturizer, guaranteed free from harmful and harsh surfactants, that treats skin dryness due to loss of moisture.

• It has the non-cosmetic combination of Vitamin E and Jojoba oil which resembles the skin’s natural oil. Natural Vitamin E is an anti-oxidant that protects cells from harmful free radicals. On the other hand, Jojoba Oil acts as an occlusive moisturizer to improve skin’s elasticity, suppleness, and smoothness.

• It comes in an applicap preparation to prevent it from oxidation and to retain its freshness. Each capsule contains 4.70mg of Natural Vitamin E and 85.80mg of Jojoba Oil.

Who should use NNO?

Good news! NNO is for all skin types. I had a chance to try it myself and it’s not greasy. It’s totally different from the regular vitamin E soft gel capsules I was talking about- which seemed like putting real oil on to your face.

How to apply NNO?

After washing the face, break the tip of NNO applicap. Pour on to your fingers and massage the oil gently onto your face, neck and below the eyes in a circular motion. They also said it’s safe to combine NNO with our current skin care regimen!

It is recommended to apply NNO on the face and neck during nighttime because this is the best time when skin cells start to regenerate, making skin more ready to absorb oil. A 2-week nightly application of NNO significantly improves skin moisture.

One NNO soft gel applicap looks so small, right?

I was surprised how much oil is inside the gel when I opened it! One applicap is enough for the entire face and neck. Of course, if you feel one isn’t enough, you can always use more.

Nourishing Night Oil is sold per box with 30 soft gel applicaps. It’s priced at PHP 450 in Mercury Drugstores and South Star Drug.

Before we all headed to another room for our relaxing massage, I had the courage to have a photo with the gorgeous Divine Lee! The more I got kilig when she said, I looked so fresh and even asked for my makeup. I wanna faint right there and then! Haha! *my kababawan*

me, Nikki and Divine

Oh, and more so when I saw this tweet…

Awww, thanks Divine! You’re really so nice!

Here are more photos during the event. Thank you so much Mega team and Vince Golangco for the invite!

me, Nikki and Shen

To know more about Nourishing Night Oil and their promos, add them up in Facebook.

Forever 21 at SM Megamall will be having a 3-day sale on May 4 to 6, 2012. More details below…

On May 4 10am-12nn: Present your F21 Mastercard AND SMAC/BDO Rewards, get 20% off on regular items with a minimum purchase of P5,000.
Present your SMAC/BDO Rewards OR SMAC/BDO Rewards, and get 10% off on regular items.

On May 4 12nn onwards, until March 18, F21 Mastercard holders can get 10% off on regular items, with a minimum purchase of P5,000.

*BDO cardholders can avail of 5% rebate with a minimum purchase of P5,000 for all 3 days.

Who wouldn’t get excited with 100 gorgeous shades of lipsticks- from the most classic to the most extravagant colors, from the most natural to the most sexy?! Oooh… Ladies can never have enough lipsticks!

The Rouge Artist second edition has 2 collections- Rouge Artist Natural and Rouge Artist Intense.

Rouge Artist Natural is inspired by a return to naturalness, a key trend for spring 2012 focusing on fresh, vibrant tones in wardrobes and vanity cases. The result: an astounding choice of shades that are as striking as ever, in an ideal sheer texture to spark inspiration.

Rouge Artist Intense marks the comeback of real lipstick with lasting hold. Its maximum coverage offers an ultra-intense effect from the first stroke. Its secret? A formula saturated with pure color pigments, a creamy formula and dazzling shades in a variety of finishes: matte, satiny or pearly.

During the launch, the MUFE team also did a quick lipstick demo using Rouge Artist.

The first model had a 3-dimensional effect on her lips, while the next one was more for fashion show.

This purple color from Rouge Artist Intense is really gorgeous! In fact, I went out of the boutique wearing this shade!

from purple to an even more head turner lips

Of course, we won’t leave without more photos! Here are more pictures with the lovely beauty bloggers and the MUFE team.

with Earthlingorgeous, Shens Addiction, Beauty Junkee and Project Vanity

MAKE UP FOR EVER Rouge Artist Natural and Rouge Artist Intense is priced at PHP 1,280.

MAKE UP FOR EVER is available at
Level 3 Shangri-la Plaza Mall (tel. no. 569 5235)
B:8 Bonifacio High Street (tel. no. 856 5243)

SoFA is making it happen for two individuals to experience the DREAM.
THE DREAM: Become a SoFA student for ONE WEEK and TAKE as many classes as you can.

Mechanics:

1. Like the SoFA fanpage.
2. Go to our Make it Happen album in the SoFA fanpage: http://on.fb.me/sofamakeithappen
3. Tag yourself in the PROGRAM POSTER of CHOICE.
4. Comment the battle cry, “SoFA, make it happen!” in the comment box and let us know why you deserve to be a SoFA student for a week.

The top two winners will experience the DREAM for ONE WEEK and take as MANY CLASSES as they can under their tagged PROGRAM POSTER of CHOICE.

The 7th FLOW Surf Yoga Samba Weekend Retreat is a boutique 3-day experience that will spark your spirit and leave your body and mind relaxed and revitalized. Practicing yoga will develop focus, strength and flexibility. Surfing will develop confidence, stamina and ocean awareness. Dancing and music enhances a sense of well-being and builds social skills. The whole retreat is complemented with healthy food to help nourish this unique journey to self-discovery.

The upcoming FLOW weekend will be held on April 28 to 30, 2012 at the Aliya Surf Camp in Baler, Aurora, Philippines.

Package Inclusions:
1 Vinyasa and 1 Yin Yoga session by Monica Eleazar-Manzano
2 Surfing lessons
2 Samba lessons by Escola de Samba de Manila
Round-trip private transfers, Manila-Baler, Baler-Manila
3D/2N accommodations at Aliya Surf Camp, Baler
Healthy meals and raw food snacks
Flow tote bag and freebies from sponsors
Event Shirt

PLUS: Intro to Raw Food, Kirtan with Clayton Horton, Chillout beats by DJ Martin Lugtu, Waterfall hike and Thai Lanterns

Now, ain’t that fun?!

For more information, you can visit their website at www.flowsurfyogasamba.multiply.com

I was really excited when I was invited to an afternoon of beauty with Max Factor. Honestly, I’ve only tried a few products from the brand, but Max Factor has been in the industry for ages! I remember accompanying my mom at the Max Factor counter in Landmark almost every Sunday. I remember how she religiously puts on those pancake/ pan stick makeup every morning. And of course, being a curious little girl then, I tried them out as well…while mom was away. LOL!

It was an intimate event with the beauty bloggers and the Max Factor team at Zuni Greenbelt. Bobby Carlos, Max Factor Make-up Artist, started with a makeup demo. I just love makeup tutorials! Even if I already studied makeup professionally, I never stop learning. I think it’s my passion that drives me to keep on studying and learning what I love to do.

Of course, Bobby used their newest product in the market- Max Factor Ageless Elixir 2 in 1 Foundation + Serum.

I realized something during the event. Bloggers are actually good in multi-tasking. We were listening, while taking photos or while trying out Max Factor products (see those little mirrors in front of us)! LOL!

Here’s Jamie after the demo of Bobby Carlos. With or without makeup, she really looks pretty!

Group picture!

Thank you Max Factor Philippines! It was a fun afternoon of beauty!

Now, I know you guys are waiting for my answer to this- “How do I find the new Max Factor Ageless Elixir 2 in 1 Foundation + Serum?” Stay tuned, that’s up next!

Fee is PHP 5,000. Hold on! There’s a good news! It’s fully redeemable on product purchase!!! Woot! It’s like getting free makeup lessons from the pros! So, what are you waiting for?! Better reserve now as there are limited slots available! You can call (02) 729 9854 for reservation.

Tips and Tricks for Chicks will be held tomorrow, March 24, 2012 from 4:00pm – 5:00pm at Benefit Boutique, Greenbelt 5.

Last week, I was invited by Watsons in an exlusive Beauty Lab press launch of their latest campaign, Switch & Save, at Borough.

I’m so glad I made it to the event even if I was so sick- fever, cough and colds! Why? The moment I entered Borough, look who I saw?!

After the Malaysia trip with the Nuffies, I finally got to see my roomie, Patty, again! Glad to see you again, dear! Our chit-chat was cut short as my dear friend over here is one of the Switch & Save ambassadors!!! Woot! Congrats!!!

Ambassadors Patty Laurel, Victor Basa and Tessa Prieto-Valdes talked about being a smart shopper. Although Divine Lee wasn’t able to make it at the launch, Victor also shared Divine’s love for the Watsons label.

Here’s what they have to say. Just click on the photo to enlarge.

In a nutshell, the Switch & Save campaign is about scrimping on your daily expenses, without sacrificing quality, in order to enjoy a few luxuries in life. Watsons label offers basic necessities that are significantly cheaper than their expensive branded counter-parts. Being able to save even a few pesos everyday can count a lot when added together. Thinking about more travels, more bags, more shoes, more clothes, more makeups, and more spas, why not Switch & Save?!

Here are more photos during the event.

with brand ambassadors Tessa Prieto-Valdes, Victor Basa and Patty Laurel

Thank you Watsons!

With the lovely bloggers…

Thanks to Kira for this photo!