Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch

     Before the year 2015 ended, I was invited to the grand store opening and launch of Natural Looks Philippines. From London, Middle East, Malaysia and now in the Philippines. They started in the Middle East which aimed for Middle Eastern customers to benefit with UK manufactured natural beauty products. The launch was held in their physical store located at the 3rd Floor of SM North Edsa Annex Building.

     For those who have no idea about Natural Looks, here's a little information about the brand. Natural Looks is ‘Famed for Fragrance' and each extensive toiletry range has a signature fragrances harmonious blends of soft florals, warm woods, tangy fruits and seductive musks. These are combined with the finest cleansers and natural moisturizers to offer complete body-care collections. 

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch

What makes Natural Looks Refreshingly different from the rest? 

• They have something for everyone – huge variety of fragrant, colorful and attractive skin & hair care products with excellent fragrances. 

• Quality products containing natural ingredients that have been tried and tested for over twenty years, with a loyal customer following ensuring a high level of repeat sales and customer referrals. 

• They put great emphasis on staff training to ensure a knowledgeable and personal shopping experience for customers. 

• Their prices are affordable and competitive.

• They provide assistance to arrange custom-made gift baskets and boxes for any budget for any occasion. The photo below is a sample of their gift basket that includes one product from each line. 

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch
Customized Gift Baskets perfect for any occasion

     Most of their products are natural based and they will give you the best only nature can give. Their products are best for men and women consisting of different lines from head to toe. They have the following essentials that caters to almost skin care needs:

Skin care products that's perfect for bath and shower- bursting with fragrance, wash away dirt and create a soft, clean and smoother body. Their skin care products consist of soaps, body wash, body butter, towels, and shower gels.

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch

Fragrances, perfumes, and body mist- they have signature fragrances that speaks for itself. One of their best-selling perfume is the Solid Perfume which their ambassador KC Concepcion really likes. 

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch
Parisian scent- one of KC's favorites.

Facial Care- consisting of anti-aging lines for face and eye area. You are sure that "Natural" is really natural.

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch
Facial Care

     During the grand opening, Natural Look VIPs initiated the grand opening of their first store. They've introduces their brand ambassador KC Concepcion who shared her insights about Natural Looks Philippines and her favorite perfume and body spray scents.

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch
KC Concepcion- Natural Looks Philippines brand ambassador

     Despite her hectic schedule, she still wants to look and feel fresh all day, every day. She said that with Natural Looks Philippines' products, she can smell fresh all day long. 

Natural Looks Philippines Store Launch

     If you're planning to buy a perfume or a body spray there, KC's favorite scents are Parisian and Charmed! Better check these two and smell like KC everyday! Congratulations Natural Looks Philippines for a very successful grand opening. Thanks for having me!

For more information about Natural Looks Philippines

Like them on Facebook: Natural Looks Philippines

Follow them on Instagram: @naturallooksph

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5 Gift Ideas for Men this Christmas

     And it's thirty days to go before Christmas, I'm still narrowing down the list of things that men, including my brothers, brother-in-laws, father, and my husband would love to receive this Christmas. Since I only have a month left, I need to look for alternatives that will make shopping for gifts hassle-free this yuletide season.

     The most convenient way of shopping for me now is online shopping. I can sit back, relax, and enjoy while shopping at the comforts of our home. So before I go online shopping for the remaining days and weeks, I want to share with you the gift ideas that I have in mind so that you will not worry and have second thoughts on what to buy online. Scroll down, please!

5 Gift Ideas for Men this Christmas

     There are so many online stores that offer huge discounts and other promotions. I've been visiting several online shops last week and found five items that I'm sure will make the receiver happy and special once you give him one of these on the 25th!

1. Watch

     I think it's a no brainer that men's most favorite accessories of all time are watches. This kind of accessory makes their outfit complete. Whatever kind of outfit they wear, a watch is an important part of it. I was looking for a unique and trendy style of watches online and found one in my favorite online shop- ZALORA.

5 Gift Ideas for Men this Christmas

     Zalora's been a favorite online shopping destination. I've bought a few items from them in the past and I love the smooth transaction and fast shipping. Check out this gorgeous watch collection from Valentino at ZALORA. I was amazed that they're offering this brand now. Lots of styles and collection especially for men plus some of the items have discounts too. The photos above are my favorites from the collection. These are affordable watches that have unique and elegant designs.

2. Perfume

     Another gift item that men would love to receive based on my experience with the males in the family. They were excited when a random family friend gave them colognes and perfumes when they arrived from overseas last year. There are so many perfume brands in the market today so finding the right scent will be a little tricky but easy. Most guys prefer aquatic and musky scent. To make sure that you'll be giving the right scent for him, you can ask them a random question about perfumes and what they like. For sue they'll e surprised to receive a bottle on Christmas day. Hubby's current fave are Burberry Brit Splash and Issey Miyake L'eau d'Issey Pour Homme

5 Gift Ideas for Men this Christmas
images from fragrantica.com 

3. Sling Bag

     This fashion item is becoming a favorite and a must-have for men these days. If my memory serves me right, some men prefer not to bring a small bag when strolling at the mall or grocery shopping with the family. They just want to keep their wallet inside their pocket and hold their mobile phones. But today, I've seen men sporting sling bags in different sizes and shapes. Hubby received a sling bag last year that's been used and abused already. 

5 Gift Ideas for Men this Christmas
image from amazon.co.uk

4. Shoes

     This gift item can be a bit expensive from the rest on the list but once received, a big smile on their faces will be seen. Who doesn't want to have a new pair of kicks this Christmas, right? Give them a new pair of Jordan shoes to add to their collection or let them change their style a bit and an Adidas Stan Smith will do the trick.

5 Gift Ideas for Men this Christmas
images from nike.com and adidas.com

5. Wallet

     This prolly one of the basics but giving him a wallet will instill a habit of saving money. One of my bothers don't own a decent wallet before and he is complaining that there were times he forgot where he put his bills. I discovered that he only owns a small coin purse and don't mind having a wallet. He insisted that as long there's a coin purse, there's a place for paper bills. Fast forward today, he realized that a foldable wallet is important. It's not only for money, some of his important identification cards can be placed inside too. He was able to save money too because once he placed a paper bill inside, he's thinking twice whether to spend it or not especially if the paper bills are new.

5 Gift Ideas for Men this Christmas
image from amazon.com

     That's it, hope you find inspiration on my list. It's not difficult to find these items on line and I'm sure you'll find one of the products I've mentioned above. Always remember that it's not the price tag that matters, what's important is the joy that you give in giving. The thought always counts! Happy shopping, dearies!

Will you consider one item that I listed above? Comment your thoughts below :)

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Product Review: LUX Fine Fragrance Magical Spell Soap and Body Wash

    Do you consider bath time as your 'me time' and it excites you to try your favorite soap? Some women consider bath time not only as pamper time at home but also a time of relaxation and luxury. Yes, luxury because this is the time where we apply the skin care products that we consider effective and precious. I'm a fan of whitening and anti-aging soaps but when a mysterious brand of soap that looks so promising is whispering in my ears to try it, I usually give in.

     If you're a long time follower of this blog, I presume you already know that I have a very sensitive nose. The fragrance of the soap either make or break into my list of highly recommended products. Too much scent always give me a nauseous feeling while using the product BUT something magical happened 2 nights ago.

Product Review: LUX Fine Fragrance Magical Spell Soap and Body Wash

   
     I received a pretty purple pouch containing a bar of soap and a bottle of body wash. I was intrigued because the scent lingered in my room where I've placed the purple pouch. So to feed my curious nose, I tried the soap immediately that night and oh, something fragrant that's pleasantly magical lingered inside the bathroom too. So without further ado, let me introduce to you LUX Magical Spell. More details about the product below :)

Product Review: LUX Magical Spell
LUX Fine Fragrance Magical Spell  body wash and soap

The new LUX Perfumed Bath Collection 

     offers a selection of four different perfumed body washes and three perfumed bar soaps. The brand’s signature body wash and bar soap Magical Spell captures the addictive notes of the precious and exotic Black Orchid, together with opulent dark florals. Exquisitely crafted with fragrance pearls, LUX Magical Spell infuses skin with up to 8 hours of lasting perfume. 

      Masterfully designed and crafted by perfume experts from New York, Paris, and London, the new LUX Perfumed Bath Collection is now in the Philippines to enable Filipinas to feel fabulously feminine, as they leave a lasting and unforgettable impression wherever they go.

Product Review: LUX Magical Spell
LUX Fine Fragrance Magical Spell body wash and soap

   
     Master perfumer Nicole Mancini helped design this irresistible fragrance with the unabashedly feminine woman in mind. Featuring an intense and alluring blend of dark woods, golden amber and vanilla bean that come to life in every bath, Magical Spell unlocks a woman’s bold side, leaving her feeling more beautiful and confident than ever. 

     By the way, I'm sure that you will have mixed reaction why I made the review this quick. Well, this soap is not a whitening nor an anti-aging soap so no need to see effects in two or three weeks time. This is a fine fragrance soap- a luxurious soap that's intended to leave skin smooth and fragrant. After using it for two days, I can say that the soap's scent is so nice that I don't want to wash the lather on my skin.

Product Review: LUX Magical Spell
LUX Fine Fragance Magical Spell soap 

size: soap- 110 g / body wash- 100 ml

body wash is also available in 250 ml

Product Review: LUX Magical Spell
LUX Fine Fragance Magical Spell body wash

price: soap- 39 php (Around $0.80+)

body wash- 55 php (Around $1.18+)

 250 ml 120-125 php (Around $2.69+)

place bought: Free

LUX is available in leading supermarkets, drugstores and department stores nationwide.

instructions for use: body wash- pour a drop of this fragranced body wash on a bath puff. Massage all over your body and indulge in the luxurious lather
soap- use all over the body like regular soaps do.

ingredients: body wash- Water, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Palmitic Acid, Glycol Distearate, Perfume, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Hydroxypropyl Metylcellulose, BHT, Tetrasodium EDTA, Etidronic Acid, Methylisothiazolinone, Cl 17200, Cl 42090

soap- Sodium Palmitate, Water, Sodium Palm Kernelate, Glycerin, Talc, Perfume, Sodium Chloride, Lauric Acid, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, PEG-45M, Silica, Tetra Sodium EDTA, Tetrasodium Etidronate, Sericin, Rosa Gallica Flower Extract, Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Oil, Menta Arvensis Leaf Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Magnesium Nitrate, Cl 12490, Cl 74160

Product Review: LUX Magical Spell
LUX Fine Fragrance Magical Spell soap- look at the embossed floral touch :)

What I like:

• The soap and body wash comes in a luxurious packaging.
• There's an embossed floral design on the sides of the bar soap making the soap feel and look feminine and luxurious.
• The price- very affordable.
• It's a 2-in-1 product, you get a bar of soap and perfume in one bar or body wash.
• The scent- it's divine!
• Both produce a good lather.
• My skin felt soft and smooth to touch after using the product.
• The scent lingers on my skin for more than 6 hours.
• No allergic reaction, irritation, or whatsoever.
• It's easy to rinse.
• The NEW LUX Perfumed Bath Collection is available in four captivating scents. Choose your favorite from Magical Spell, White Impress, Soft Touch and Love Forever.
• There's a manufacturing and expiry date printed on the packaging.
• Easily accessible.
• No need to travel abroad just to get a hold of this fine fragrance bars and body washes.

What I don't like:

• None so far!

Will I repurchase? Yes! I'm itching to try the remaining 3 variants :)

Recommendation:

     I give this a 4.75/5. If you want a soap that smells like you're wearing perfume, then you should try this. It's affordable and gives a luxurious bath. What made me highly recommend this is the scent as it lingers more than 6 hours on my skin even if I sweat. No need to spray your perfume, you'll be addicted sniffing your skin! 

     When I was in the dialysis center a while ago, my father asked me why I'm sniffing my arms over and over again. I said that I used LUX Magical Spell and it's a skin perfume. He got curious and will let him try just to make him believe that it's the LUX Fine Fragrance soap that gave my skin a luscious smell. 

To know more about the LUX's entire collection, visit their website:

www.HouseofLux.com.ph/BatheWithPerfume

Like them on Facebook: LUXPhilippines

Follow them on Instagram: @LuxPH

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Best Beauty Deals from Lazada Philippines

     I've been hooked with online shopping lately, it's effortless and convenient for me at the same time. Thanks to Lazada because from the time I started shopping at their website, I always get 100% customer satisfaction and if there's a fuss, the problem will be solved immediately. There are so many things and assortments in Lazada's website. From gadgets, appliances, health and beauty products, name it and most likely they have it in a very affordable price. Speaking of beauty, here's a list of beauty must-haves that will make you fab this season!

     Whether it’s a random night-out or a week away with your bae, make sure that you are selfie-ready and score extra points of getting noticed everywhere you go. This time, you can shop anywhere you are – effortless and risk-free with Lazada.com.ph! Simply download the Lazada mobile app on iOSAppstore or Google Play and you are on your way to find the best beauty deals and get your beauty game on! If you are the desktop kind of gal, you can always score these hottest beauty finds simply by logging into www.lazada.com.ph/shop-health-beauty/ Click CONTINUE READING to know more this season's hottest beauty items. 

Collective Giveaway Winnings II

     Exactly a month ago I posted the first part of my collective winnings and I'm very thankful for the prizes and my first magazine feature courtesy of BDJ Box and Pantene Philippines. I told   you in this post HERE that there's another batch of prizes from the giveaways that I've joined. So here it is, the second part of my giveaway winnings from January to May. I will randomly post the photos of the prizes here because I forgot the date when I won the said giveaways, old age I guess? Haha! I'm very happy to share this second part of the giveaway winnings I accumulated for the past few months because one of the giveaways that I've joined made my entry be featured in Smart Parenting magazine. My story for Wilkins Moms Know Best is one of the the runners-up and will be featured on the September issue. The story that I shared there is not beauty or skin care related. It's all about being a mother. I'll post the link of my story here and hope that it will serve an inspiration to all moms and parents out there. Another reason why this post is very delayed because some of the prizes had to be claimed personally like the Godiva Skin Care Set which I claimed during the Bloggers United 5 event while the cash prize and Wilkins GCs at the Ogilvy office. As a full-time mom, I have to schedule the claiming of prizes during hubby's rest day when he can look after my son. I will just make this post quick, thank you for reading dears!

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runner-up prize: P5,000 cash, P5,000 Wilkins Gift Certificate, publication in Smart Parenting magazine.