ASUS Republic Of Gamers (ROG) x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-Series

     So gaming. I was once a gamer, I played online games and it's MMORPG to be exact. If you're a gamer I presume you've played Ragnarok Online before. I'm not into DOTA or War Craft because I find it so hard to play strategy games. I only like online games that are light and fun to play with. 

     Fast forward today, if you're a hard core gamer you should invest in gaming laptops that is powerful with high-performance graphics cards to ensure a 100% gaming experience. Just recently, ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announced last August 18 one of its hero flagship product and the world’s most powerful 18-inch gaming laptop – GX800, along with the G800, G752 and Strix GL502 gaming laptops are now available with the latest NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-series graphics cards. Read more information below on the latest gaming laptop from ASUS ROG.

ASUS Republic Of Gamers (ROG) x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-Series

Product Review: Pink Sugar Nude Lipsticks

     Since nude lippies are so in today, (because of Kylie Jenner) let me share with you another set of nude lipsticks and for this post they're from Pink Sugar Cosmetics. I'm pretty sure that if you're a makeup enthusiast and a self-confessed lipstick junkie you've already seen Pink Sugar Cosmetics kiosk. Prolly you have a product or two from Pink Sugar in your makeup kit.

     Pink Sugar Cosmetics is a homegrown brand. They had a grand launch last year and everyone who attended the event were impressed with their products- the packaging, pigmentation, and price are awesome! They launched Pink Sugar HD and Creamy Matte lipsticks last year with 14 and 10 shades respectively. Now, they're adding more shades and got three of them which are all under creamy mattes namely XOXO, Hot Mess, and Girl Next Door. Sugar on the other hand is included in the first batch of HD lipsticks. If you're looking for cheap dupe of the Kylie lip kit, read more below :)

Product Review: Pink Sugar Nude Lipsticks

Hanns Insect Traps for Dengue Mosquitoes

     I hate mosquitoes and the unsightly bites they give. I'm prone to mosquito bites and it always turn dark after a few days. Well, this is my dilemma physically with insect bites but what's more dangerous and frustrating is the deadly virus these mosquitoes inflict and bring inside the victims body. Here in the tropics, the rainy season is also the season for Dengue, a potentially deadly, yet all too common mosquito borne disease. Last year there were over 200,000 cases of Dengue fever reported in the Philippines , and almost 600 were fatalities.

     What is alarming is that this was way up from the 121,000 reported instances in 2014. More alarming still is that just this year, the DOH has reported 70,000 Dengue cases from January to July, the supposed lean Dengue months, this is 19% more than the same period last year. It is now more imperative than ever that measures be taken to curb Dengue, and the best way to do that is to control the numbers of Dengue Mosquitoes. So how do you deal with those pesky mosquitoes? Read more tips and what this promising product called Hanns Insect Trap can do below :)

Hanns Insect Traps for Dengue Mosquitoes

     In the Philippines, nobody is safe form Dengue, it cuts across all socio-economic barriers. Anyone can be infected, and anyone can die from it. In fact Dengue statistics in the Philippines are based only on people who seek treatment at hospitals or clinics. Because the initial symptoms of Dengue are the same as more benign illnesses such as the flu, many Dengue cases go unreported, especially since instances of the flu also rise at the onset of the rainy season. Dengue is all too often detected too late, which is part of the reason why it is so potentially deadly. 

     The problem with products that kill or repel mosquitoes is that there is always a catch. There are sufficient studies to show that most chemical based products can be quite harmful if used too long. Spray products do kill mosquitoes, but there is a reason even their manufacturers advise people not to enter a freshly sprayed room for some time. Fume based products such as katol (mosquito coils) and vape mats emit toxins and are singled out by the website babycenter.in as particularly harmful to infants but also to adults. 

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Hanss Insect Trap in different three sizes

     Electric bug zappers are quite noisy and can be quite disruptive at night; and finally lotions are effective, but not affordable or convenient enough to apply daily. This is why the Hanns Insect Trap is the best alternative for anyone but especially for mothers who want to keep mosquitoes away from their kids, but who don’t like the adverse effects of other mosquito control methods.

Hanns Insect Traps for Dengue Mosquitoes

Hanns Insect Trap

• Like a bug zapper, the Hanns Insect Trap uses a UV light to attract insects, so like the bug zapper, it is fume and toxin free. 
• However, while bug zappers can be quite noisy and even startling every time a bug is zapped, the Hanns Insect Trap deals with mosquitoes quietly by sucking them into a cage out of which they can’t escape, and that they ultimately die in. 
• They are also extremely simple to deploy, you just plug them in and turn them on. 
• With prolonged use, Hanns Insect Traps can get even mosquito infested areas under control. 

Hanns Insect Traps for Dengue Mosquitoes

Hanns Insect Traps are available in Handyman, SnR, True Value, and other leading retailers. 

 For more information, visit: Hannsph

Product Review: Fracora WHITE'st Placenta Serum

     Hello dearies! Sharing with you another review of my recent skin care product. I received a bottle of Fracora WHITE'st Placenta Serum months ago from Cheska's Store Online but did not use it right away because I'm still road testing a moisturizer from a start-up brand. I was intrigued with this serum when I read the description because it says made from 100% concentrated undiluted placenta extract. So basically it's really pure and water like when I peek inside the small bottle.

     I almost cringe in my seat to find out that a 30 ml bottle costs Php 2,200. Is this the miracle skin care product that we are looking for? Knowing Japanese standards, they will produce products that are effective even if some are not budget-friendly. To feed my curiosity and to know if this product is worth the price tag, I road-tested it for more than a month by applying the serum religiously day and night. The verdict? See my honest to goodness thoughts below :)

Product Review: Fracora WHITE'st Placenta Serum

Fracora Whitest Placenta Extract Serum (description taken from Cheskas Store Online)

• Contains 100% concentrated undiluted pure placenta essence. 
• Placenta Serum is a type of skin treatment product normally made from sheep placenta which is normally applied topically as a skin restorative. 
• Placenta are specialized body organs in charge of passing nutrients to establishing embryos in the womb, while filtering waste products. 
• Serum made from placenta could commonly include other advantageous active ingredients, such as collagen, 
• Vitamin supplement E, or green herbal tea extract. 
• Placenta serum is usually used topically as a skin restorative. 
• Producers normally declare that placenta serum could help slow and lessen the aging process, that it can enhance immunity, which it could assist basic health and very high power levels.

Product Review: Fracora WHITE'st Placenta Serum

size: 30 ml

price: 2,200 php (Around $47.18+)

place bought: Free

Available at http://www.cheskasstore.net/

instructions for use: Apply day and night as moisturizer. Use the dropper to get the product. Massage serum all over your face and neck.

ingredients: Water, BG, and Placenta Extract

Product Review: Fracora WHITE'st Placenta Serum

Product Review: Fracora WHITE'st Placenta Serum
Use the dropper to get the product. Be careful not to spill a drop or two. There's a line in the dropper as you can see in the photo above. I always pump until it reaches that line and apply what I got on my entire face.

Product Review: Fracora WHITE'st Placenta Serum
I don't have perfect skin. I have large pores cheek and nose area plus my Hori's Nevus 

What I like:

• It's package in a small bottle which is very handy and travel-friendly. 
• Fracora White'st Placenta Serum is made from 100% undiluted placenta so it's pure. 
• The texture- very light because it's like that of water. 
• This water-type serum is easily absorbed once applied. 
• Non-greasy. Not sticky. 
• The glow is really obvious in the morning after waking up. 
• Made my skin soft and smooth to touch. 
• It made my face brighter or should I say lighter and less oily. 
• Batch and manufacturing date printed at the bottom of the packaging. 
• Free from paraben, fragrance, and mineral oil.

What I don't like:

• The scent- there's a weird scent. A bit fishy for my sensitive nose but I can tolerate it as long as I will not inhale during application. 
• Since the texture is watery, it runs out fast. I always try not to spill a drop or two of this precious serum. 
• Expensive especially for budget conscious individuals or those who have tight budget. 
• Available online.

Will I repurchase?: Maybe.

Recommendation:

      I give this product a 4/5 rating. This serum is one of the best skin care products that I have tried to date but it's soo pricey. No breakouts, irritations, or whatsoever because the texture is watery. Still contemplating if I will buy another bottle since I find it so quick to run out. You can see in the photo above that I still have large pores and my Hori's Nevus is till there but lighter based on my observation.

     I will recommend this product if you have the budget to splurge and you have sensitive skin. Since the product is made only of three ingredients, I guess the percentage of breakouts and other skin reactions will be low.

What's the most expensive moisturizer, cream, or serum you have tried to date? Share below :)

For orders and other inquiries on Cheska's Online Store, you may reach them through,
email: cheskasstore@yahoo.com
mobile numbers: 0915-3463000, 0922-5458124 and 0928-3997789
Like them on Facebook: Cheska's Store
Follow them on Instagram: @cheskasstore

Good Times!~

DISCLAIMER: This product was sent to me by Cheskas Store Online for review.The views expressed here are my honest opinion about the product. We have different skin types. What works for me may not work for you or vice versa.

Lysol Maxi Moms Event

     Cleanliness is very important to us. Keeping everything clean keeps us away from bacteria and viruses that will make us sick. We all want clean homes and surroundings that's why we resort to trusted cleaning and disinfecting products that will give us maximum protection from the harmful elements in the environment. It's sick to be sick, period.

     I was invited by Lysol Philippines in Lysol Maxi Moms event last September 1, 2016 at La Creperie Salcedo together with other mommy bloggers in an afternoon of bonding, learning and sharing important things on cleanliness. I'm excited to share with you the highlights of the event below, so without further ado here's a summary of our discussion during the Lysol Maxi Moms event :)

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Mommy bloggers together with 100% Whole Mom Marilen, Cheska, and Rica plus Lysol Philippines Team

     The speakers of the event are the founders of 100% Whole Mom community- Marilen, Rica and Cheska. Three mommies who work collaboratively on a project that focuses on “The Home, The Beauty, and The Heart” of a Mother.

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Marilen Faustino-Montenegro, Cheska Garcia-Kramer, and Rica Peralejo-Bo

So what is 100% Whole Mom

     A passion project inspiring moms to make happy homes, embrace her beauty, and nurture her heart. They conduct a workshop series that ascertains self-care for moms, filled with practical advice; beauty basics; writing exercises guided by reflective questions; connecting and sharing stories with other moms; yummy food and exciting prizes! 

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photo taken from @wholemomPH Facebook page

     Marilen of Marilenstyles.com was the first speaker and she discussed to us how to organize the living room. She shared to us three easy steps on how to organize the things in this room. Her ideas will make a small living room look so neat and tidy.

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Marilen sharing her tips here

1. How to use trays to organize your living room

• Organize little objects live TV remote controls, small décor and other living room essentials 
• Tell a visual story. 

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2. Use baskets

• Invest in decorative baskets for your living room to hide messy things like toys 
• Organize with baskets and keep essentials like living room blankets. 

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3. Clean and organize immediately

• Clean as you go. 
• Put things away as soon as you are done using them, 
• Teach family members to be tidy. 

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     Cheska Garcia-Kramer, another Lysol Maxi Mom shared her secrets on how to acquire the habit of cleanliness. She demonstrated to us how to keep the entire house clean with Lysol. Her tips are the actual things she does in her own home. According to Cheska:

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Cheska Garcia- Kramer

When you see a clean organized home almost always you can picture the type of individuals who lives in that home. You can imagine that their thoughts too are well put together. Nothing is more enjoyable than coming home to a clean organized home that exudes peace and tranquility. Happiness is Cleanliness -- a happy home is a clean home

     “Cleanliness and order are not matters of instinct; they are matters of education, and like most great things, you must cultivate a taste for them.” – Benjamin Disraeli 

     CLEANLINESS is an acquired habit. I agree to this because my father is a clean freak. When I was still young, he instilled in us the importance of cleanliness at home. I can still remember him writing our cleaning schedules and tasks in a small cartolina and hang it at the door entrance, kitchen counter, and in select corners of our house.

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Cheska Garcia-Kramer on Cleanliness

     So how does one acquire the habit of cleanliness? Cheska defined the word habit first. Habit in simple definition is something that a person does in a regular repeated way. When you do this activity or action regularly, one develops or acquires what we call a habit. Then she revealed her 3-step process in forming a habit.

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Cheska demonstrating how she organize her cleaning materials in a pail

Form Habits by the 3–Step Process: 

Step 1: Set a Reminder

     Ex. Place reminders behind sink/lavatory cabinet doors in every toilets & bathrooms of the house with cleaning instructions.

Step 2: Start with something easy to start

     Ex. For an easy start, provide cleaning materials needed for cleaning and disinfecting the T/B under the sink & lavatory cabinets.

Step 3: Reward yourself or family member/s

     Ex. Commend family members for keeping up with the good habit.

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A. Begin by organizing your cleaning materials

• Organize your cleaning materials in a pail 
• Place each pail in their designated T/B, maybe under the sink 
• Post a reminder on an inconspicuous spot in the T/B to clean the room everyday 

B. Organize the content of your pail

• Medium-sized pail or bucket to contain disinfectants 
• Disinfectant spray for the lavatory and mirror 
• Toilet Bowl Cleaner 
• Rag, Utility Sponge, Tile Brush 
• Mop 

C. Keep a task chart to keep an eye on daily accomplishments

• Check DAILY if the task is accomplished diligently 

D. Post reminder posters sanitizing the kitchen every after daily use

• It is good practice that we keep a mop in a pail of water filled with disinfectant in a safe corner of the kitchen 

E. Keeping the living room clean

• Mopping the whole house 3 x a day should be a habit that every household should acquire because nothing can compensate with a compromised health

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     Last but not the least, Rica Peralejo-Bo enlightened us on how to have a CLEAN heart. Her topic is still on cleaning but focuses with the matters of the heart. Her talk was inspirational and her sharing bible verses gave me some realizations in life. “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.” (Proverbs 4:24) 

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Rica Peralejo-Bo

A. What we put in our hearts

     “The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his evil treasure produces evil, for out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.” (Luke 6:45, ESV Bible)

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Rica Peralejo-Bo

B. What we release from our hearts

1. Encouragement

     The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed; those who help others are helped. (Proverbs 11:25, The Message Bible) "When you open doors for others, God will open doors for you." (Lisa Bevere)

2. Confessions

     Make this your common practice: Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you can live together whole and healed. (James 5:15, The Message Bible)

3. Forgiveness

     “You will find that it is necessary to let things go; simply for the reason that they are heavy. So let them go, let go of them. I tie no weights to my ankles.” (C.Joybell.C)

4. Apology

     “Never forget the nine most important words of any family: I love you; You are beautiful; Please forgive me.” (H.Jackson Brown Jr.)

C. What we keep in our hearts

• Good sense makes one slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense. (Proverbs 19:11, ESV Bible) 
• “Pick battles big enough to matter, small enough to win.” (Jonathan Kozol) 
• “But Mary treasured up all these things, pondering them in her heart.” (Luke 2:19)

    

     During the event, Lysol Philippines also introduced to the us the newest product that will take disinfecting and cleaning to a whole new level with the help of Lysol Max Cover Mist. This product is the newest addition the Lysol Disinfectant products.

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Lysol Max Cover Mist

     Bacteria are hanging out on your homes big soft surfaces. Kill 99.9% of them with the New Lysol Max Cover Disinfectant Mist. Its unique cap with 2X Wider coverage** completely and evenly covers large areas without over wetting, making it ideal for Soft Surfaces like your mattress, sofa, pet beds etc. With Mal-odour counteracting technology, it neutralizes odors to leave behind a surprisingly light, fresh scent.

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Lysol Max Cover Mist in Garden After the Rain and Lavender Fields Scent

Benefits:

• Kills 99.9% of bacteria on soft surfaces*
• Kills 99.9% of fungi, viruses, and bacteria on hard surfaces*
• Kills cold & flu viruses on hard surfaces*
• Prevents mold and mildew from growing for up to a week *
• Eliminates odors at the source
• 2x Wider coverage** on big soft surfaces without over wetting
• Comes in two scents- Garden After the Rain and Lavender Fields Scent

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Rica trying out the Lysol Max Cover Mist

     I learned so many things that afternoon and enjoyed the talks from 100% Whole Moms Marilen, Cheska, and Rica. Thank you so much for sharing your tips and for inspiring us to be the best mom to our family. 

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100% Whole Moms Cheska Garcia-Kramer, Rica Peralejo-Bo, Marilen Faustino-Montenegro, and Assistant Brand Manager for Lysol Philippines Patrick Allen Santos 

     Congratulations Lysol Philippines and thank you for bringing Lysol Max Cover Mist here in our country, the first country in Asia to have this product variant.

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Good Times!~