VERDICT: HIT

Facial Cleaning by Let’s Face It for only P245.00 is definitely a hit.

Na-hit lahat ni ate yung mga whiteheads ko. Lol. Wala syang sinanto sa pag-prick!

It is probably the most affordable decent facial treatment in the metro. No frills. Also, it includes two (2) free checkup.

Let’s Face It’s Facial Cleaning starts with a facial massage using a mild lotion-like cleanser.

It is so soothing that a blogger such as myself could easily fall asleep and forget to take photos.

Then, the face is subjected to two types of rotating brushes to gently exfoliate dead cells.

To prep the face for the steamer, a moisturizing agent is gently massaged onto the skin.

Eye patches are then placed to protect the sensitive eye area from the heat of the steamer. The face is left under the steamer for about ten (10) minutes.

After the steamer, a vacuum is used to suck whatever debris that may have been stuck to unclog the pores.

Then, it is time for pricking to remove whiteheads and blackheads.

After pricking, a mesh is placed on the face. The laser then helps to close the pores.

An antibiotic is applied onto the face to help prevent infection.

To cap it off, a sunblock is applied to protect the skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays.

It is recommended to avoid wetting the face with water or sweat in the next twelve (12) hours.

The whole procedure takes no more than forty-five minutes.

They also offer add-ons such as masks, whitening, peeling, laser and warts treatment:

Facial cleaning forms a vital part of my skin care routine. To me, keeping a clean and clear skin is personal hygiene. That is why I go for facial cleaning every month to address whiteheads and blackheads. For more serious skin concerns, I consult a certified dermatologist.

You may want to try the services of Let’s Face It. For branch locations, visit their website here.

Signing out for now. Peace!

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Since my brother, Jemdahunk, loves the Glacial Marine Mud so much, we decided to make a demo video. Contrary to the almost abrasive “charcoal-slash-glue” blackheads remover circulating online, this facial mud pack is light and gentle. Probably one of the best facial mud packs I have come across recently!

Glacial Marine Mud is rich in minerals, sourced from a remote glacial estuary in the Pacific Northwest. It is great for all-over body use, too. It is safety-allergy-dermatologist tested and effectively removes impurities and dead skin cells without affecting normal cells. There is less flaking when dried due to the presence of sea botanicals. There is minimal water separation, too.

This forms part of my almost weekly skin care routine which I coined as Mud Pack Saturday. It is also one great way to spend quality time with friends and family while catching up on things that transpired during the week or while watching a game on TV or during a Game of Thrones marathon on a Saturday.

This amazing product is a must-try. Great testimonials abound online, too. Go and visit the shop now! Free shipping within the Philippines.

Hope you guys enjoy the weekend and have a blast! Signing out for now. Peace!

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In recent news, the Philippine government under the Duterte administration is eyeing to implement a total log ban without exemptions nationwide to protect the country’s watershed. Apparently, it was reported that despite the total log ban, several companies still managed to get licenses to cut down trees under the Integrated Forest Management Agreement (IFMA) and the Community-Based Forest Management (CBFM) contracts.

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Personally, I think it is about time that Filipinos, not just the government, start taking care of the environment. Lately, places that never got flooded get flooded. It is sad.

Not totally related to this is the topic of my second vlog. I am slowly but surely getting the hang of it, vlogging I mean. Above is my second vlog contribution to humanity on proper personal hygiene and good grooming.

It is high time that men realize the need to trim those unsightly nose hair to be in tip-top shape. In this vlog, I will be sharing various options and will be featuring one of the essentials I have in my man-bag or merse. Merse is an urban term for men’s purse, Special thank you to Ryan, my brother’s colleague, and friend, for introducing this millennial term to me.

Hope you Pinoy guys (and girls) enjoy watching. Do let me know what you think by sending feedback. Let me know, too, if you have any topics in mind that you would want me to cover aside from the remaining items in my merse.

In my upcoming blogs and vlogs, I will be sharing my daily skin care regimen. I will be featuring four items. These are the facial cleanser, facial toner, facial moisturizer with SPF 15 and evening moisturizer.

Till next time. Thank you!

Signing out for now. Peace!

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Growing up, I remember my Mom would always tell me to give a full smile whenever there is a photo-opportunity.  But I never took it to heart.

A full smile would mean to show more teeth. As a teenager, I thought it was not cool. I thought it was lame (pa-cute). Instead, I opted for that pa-cool no teeth smile until it has already become a norm. Case in point would be my Instagram timeline. After realizing this, I willed myself one day to practice smiling with the aid of a mobile phone.

Me practicing the different ways (and levels) of smiling. What a geek!

In retrospect, I guess the reason for this pa-cool smile over the years boils down to a personal insecurity. Or, so I thought. Aptly put, it was more of a mind conditioning. Thanks to the gazillion Hollywood movies I saw as a child growing up. I thought that my teeth were not sparkling white enough to dawn that big smile.  I wanted to have a celebrity-white set of teeth!

Ang arte! I can’t believe I am sharing this!

Well, my teeth have always been more yellowish than average. My dentist told me that teeth are naturally off-white in color. I read, too, that genetics and environment play a big role; Teeth turn more yellow with age; They can get stained by drinking coffee, tea or red wine and eating certain fruits and vegetables such as apples and potatoes; Smoking or chewing tobacco is also a big no-no; Several diseases, medications, and trauma can likewise cause discoloration.  Despite learning all of these, I still wanted my teeth whiter.

Me in the background getting a professional whitening procedure done by Dr. Guendolyn Wee. That is my brother in the foreground doing his silly duck face.

As a sweet tooth, needless to say, regular proper brushing and flossing are mainstays of my personal hygiene. Likewise, it is a must that I visit my dentist on a regular basis for my oral health. Every now and then, I would consult my dentist if I could undergo a whitening procedure.

Other treatment options to whiten teeth may be seen here.

Me in a happy place feasting on two of my favorite things in the world, Mango Bravo and red wine (in a water glass, lol). Weird combination, right? Walang basagan ng trip! I must say that I am salivating right now as I type this. That luscious slice of Mango Bravo of Contis is to die for! 

Over the years,  this obsession with whiter teeth has turned me into a hoarder of various brands of over-the-counter whitening toothpaste. Searching far and wide, to my surprise, I have the following in my cabinet. Some I even bought abroad.

Just recently, I came across one product that would knock all these out to oblivion. The product claims to whiten teeth while fighting plaque:

• Removes stains while whitening, brightening and polishing teeth for a radiant smile;
• Provides a long-lasting fresh, clean mouth while aiding in prevention of dental cavities;

I tried the product. I must admit that I was completely blown away after seeing the effect of using it for the first time. Check out the before and after first use photos below.

Now, more than ever, I have every reason to smile… a big smile. Okay, I know I need more practice in flashing those pearly whites for a selfie. LOL.

Here is me brushing my teeth using this awesome product for the first time while singing Happy Birthday in my head four times in a row.

Sharing is caring and caring is sharing. Please share this post with friends and family.

Follow me, too, as I feature the remaining skin care and other essentials in my man-bag in my upcoming posts. Signing out for now. Peace.

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