Protect your skin the “Annie’s Way” way

Aside from being the body’s most extensive, the skin is also one of its most remarkable organs. It protects us from the sun, dirt, and other harsh elements in the environment regulate our body’s temperature, helps us feel through touch, and tells us when it’s hot or cold.

Women, go to great lengths and spend more, discover more, and do more to protect their face from all the severe punishments it has to face day in and day out.

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For many women, taking care of their skin from the environment and the daily stress from wearing makeup for professionals who apply them on a regular basis involves great responsibility that perhaps no one will understand. Their face is the window to their personality and soul, so it must be taken care of and protected in the best possible way—Annie’s Way!

Based out of Kaohsiung in Taiwan, among Annie’s Way’s products include the Annie's Way Arbutin Hyaluronic Acid Brightening Jelly Mask that helps whiten, moisturize, minimize fine lines, and purify pores. It has arbutin extract for whitening, hyaluronic acid that helps moisturize the skin, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate to help improve skin elasticity, and dipotassium glycyrrhizinate to hydrate and reduces fine lines.

There’s also Annie's Way Charcoal Powder that can buff out dead skin cells to leave the skin smooth and pores cleaner and tighter, draw out oil, and dirt and soften and hydrate the skin feeling firm and smooth, and blackheads removed quickly. Its Magnesium Ascorbyl Phospate helps dilute pigment precipitation and inhibits the formation of melanin and significantly eliminates dark spots, plus Licorice root extract helps reduce melanin production and is also an effective antioxidant. When used in cosmetics, it can whiten skin and fight against signs of aging.

Annie's Way International based in Taiwan offers a variety of skin care products designed to bring a complete spa experience to your home. Among its goals is to elevate the level of Taiwanese skincare through more rigorous and safer manufacturing techniques that are 100 percent made in Taiwan. Annie’s Way accomplishes this while using proven and natural active ingredients.

Local Brand Makes Sabon Refilling Possible

There is a global call from environment advocates to urge multinational companies and leading consumer goods brands to lessen the use of plastics in their product packaging by refilling. It is yet to happen.

However, a local brand, SABON EXPRESS, has joined the global reuse and refill revolution to spur a transition to a plastic-free future. Its founder and Chairman, Mellany Zambrano, believes it is time to shift consumer behavior and habits when buying household products.

SABON EXPRESS, an innovative consumer goods brand and franchisable store chain, is paving the way for locally manufactured liquid soaps and detergents to have a strong foothold in the market with its first-of-its-kind mechanized and automated "sabon" refilling stations that allow consumers to have a refill of highly essential and consumable household products like dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent, fabric conditioner, liquid hand soap, car shampoo, reusing their own bottles and containers – in a hygienic way.

SABON EXPRESS dubbed as The Refill Authority is trailblazing a more appropriate way of Sabon refilling – one that does not require the "tindera" to use "tabo" or dipper to fetch products from the drum to manually refill bottles, which is a current practice of most local Sabon refilling stores in the country. Said manual process potentially contaminates products and makes refilling messy and unhygienic. Sabon Express recently launched its liquid soap dispensing unit at the ZeroWaste Bazaar in Uptown Mall BGC Taguig last July 18 to 21 – as the first and only automated and hygienic Sabon refilling station in the country.

The Zero Waste Bazaar is in celebration of Plastic-Free July, a collaborative event of Ecowaste Coalition of the Philippines, Greenpeace Philippines, Mother Earth Foundation, Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives, Health Care Without Harm together with Break Free from Plastic, Oceana Philippines International, and Megaworld Lifestyle Malls. It showcased a photo exhibit and bazaar featuring art and eco-friendly stores to make plastic-free Pilipinas a reality.

SABON EXPRESS strongly advocates for "a world with less plastic" by promoting the reuse of plastic containers for household products via its conceptual and innovative hygienic "sabon" refill dispensing unit in all its stores which comes in both manual and automated machines – a game changer in the local "sabon" refilling industry.

"At Sabon Express, we are always looking for ways to innovate in order to serve our consumers better and to help save the environment in our own little way because our business is advocacy-driven". - Mellany Zambrano, Sabon Express founder, and Chairman

With a vision to serve the country’s increasingly demanding market at scale, Sabon Express is committed to continuous research and development and is being assisted by the Department of Science and Technology’s Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) for further product development, technical advancement, and good manufacturing technology and processes.

Open for franchise, distribution, and reselling

Among the signature products of Sabon Express are the Deesh dishwashing liquid, Lanza fabric conditioner, Hush hand soap, Savonex multipurpose cleaner, SoFresh washing machine tub cleaner, Glim glass cleaner, Switch liquid detergent, Vorox toilet care, and CarZ car care.

Sabon Express ALL-IN franchise+ package is worth P388,000 which includes Sabon refill dispensing machine, store fabrication and installation, display racks and counter table, store signages, P50,000 worth of initial product inventory, product marketing/sales training, and more.

For franchise, distribution, and reselling inquiries, call Sabon Express hotlines: 0919-0967602/0970-5614670/0965-6912553 or visit their office at 1023 10thFloor, City & Land Mega Plaza, ADB Avenue, Ortigas, Pasig City.

SM Southmall’s IMAX is Back and Better Than Ever

Nothing beats the feeling of watching your most anticipated movies with loved ones on the big screen.

Just in time for Thor: Love and Thunder, SM Southmall dials the cinema experience up a notch with the newly opened IMAX theatre featuring a state-of-the-art projection system, precision sound, and a specifically engineered seating layout to bring you closer to the action.

Here are other cool features of the IMAX Experience:

Leveling up the dinner and movie experience, you can avail of the Better Together movie promo where you instantly get a free Php 500 gift certificate from Popeyes for every 5 IMAX* movie tickets purchased in a single transaction at SM Cinema, SM Southmall.

To keep your cinema a safe and memorable experience, SM Southmall has set a few guidelines to watch movies with your loved ones safely:

• Safety protocols will be strictly implemented within the cinemas.
• Moviegoers, from adults to kids, must be fully vaccinated to be allowed inside the cinemas.
• They must also wear well-fitted face masks at all times.
• Temperature and symptoms will be checked upon mall entry.

For more information about SM Southmall’s cinema and future events/offerings, you may visit @SMSouthmall on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.

*Director’s Club and regular cinema tickets are not included in the promo. 

AD ASIA EVENTS AND OKADA MANILA SEALED A PARTNERSHIP FOR THE 6TH WORLD TRAVEL EXPO MANILA 2022

AD ASIA CONVENTIONS & EXHIBITIONS INTERNATIONAL CORP. (AD ASIA EVENTS) partnered with TIGER RESORT, LEISURE, AND ENTERTAINMENT, INC. (OKADA MANILA) on its 6th-year installation of the much-awaited travel event, THE WORLD TRAVEL EXPO.

AD ASIA EVENTS, the organizer of the said expo has chosen the CRYSTAL CORRIDOR of OKADA MANILA to be this year’s official venue occupying 5,758sqm space consisting of 200 booths on display.

WORLD TRAVEL EXPO, is an annual event for both local and international tourism industry in the country, bringing together various tourism organizations and hospitality industry players to become the one-stop shop of travel enthusiasts for all their needs. And on its comeback to a physical event, it has become BIGGER and more INFLUENTIAL, starting with its new home, OKADA MANILA, touted as Manila’s grand icon and the biggest integrated resort in the Philippines to date. It is a premier entertainment and gaming destination.

L-R: Mr. Carlo Baldonido, Senior Manager for Destination Marketing & Partnership- Okada Manila;  Ms. Miles Caballero, Managing Director - Ad Asia Events; Ms. Wendy Ni- VP of Strategic Marketing - Okada  Manila ; Mr. Alvaro Ramos - AVP of Retail Okada Manila

Okada Manila has been recognized as a Forbes five-star integrated resort by Forbes Travel Guide for three straight years (2019 to 2022), known for its top-tier facilities and exemplary service that personifies the unique blend of Japanese hospitality and Filipino warmth. Okada Manila is one of the key drivers in the Philippine tourism industry, from the luxurious hotel rooms to an exciting array of dining options, a premium Retail Boulevard, and the largest and most exciting gaming floors. Okada Manila is also home to the world’s largest multi-color musical and dancing fountain and the one-of-a-kind indoor nightclub and beach club, the magnificent Cove Manila.

Moreover, OKADA MANILA will offer a wide range of amenities to the WTE2022 Sponsors, exhibitors, and guests such as free parking, excellent Wi-Fi connection, and shuttle service to main pick-up points, providing more convenient transportation as they visit the expo.

Likewise, the WORLD TRAVEL EXPO will prepare a better lineup of amazing travel promos, deals, and packages that will help the visitors of the event achieve their best vacation without all the hassle!

The expo will run on October 21 -23, 2022 from 11am to 9pm. Evening visitors will get to witness the Fountain’s hourly shows beginning at 6 pm daily, which will be an additional attraction to the event.

Check out WORLD TRAVEL EXPO through its Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/worldtravelexpoph for more details

Unlock this secret now: 7 days is all you need to get the best version of your skin!

Clinical trials reveal 100% proven results

Collagen makes up about 80% of the skin and is a crucial element for building proteins. But by the time one turns 25, the skin begins to lose this key element. As the skin loses more collagen over time, it becomes harder for the skin to stay smooth and plump.

For decades, global beauty brand Avon has innovated with technology that set the benchmark for skincare. This year, the company’s latest innovation is the breakthrough skin-care product Anew Renewal Serum, which promises healthier and future-proof skin in just 7 days.

The Anew Renewal Serum harnesses the power of Protinol™️, a world-exclusive formula that works way quicker, gentler, and more effective than retinol, the previous benchmark in the category. Protinol™️ is designed to strengthen the skin’s foundation with a unique double collagen boost, restoring two types of collagen—collagen 1 and collagen 3, also known as baby collagen, that allow these small building blocks to bind together more efficiently.

Working together with niacinamide, the Protinol™️ in the Anew Renewal Serum helps restore baby skin in just 7 days, along with 7 powerful skin benefits—fine lines reduced, firmer and smoother-looking skin, more radiant glow, minimized pores, and stronger-feeling and more resilient skin.

A clinical efficacy test conducted among women aged 40 to 65 years old reveals 100% proven results showing an improvement in at least one of these benefits after using Anew Renewal Serum. What you do now affects your future—make preventative measures with Anew Renewal Serum as early as now before lines become visible, helping you future-proof your skin.

Still don’t believe it? We dare you to put it to the test! Register at bit.ly/FutureproofARS to get a free sample and start your journey to become the next face of Avon Anew. To shop, contact your Avon rep or visit www.avonshop.ph and experience your best skin in just 7 days.

SUPERCHARGE YOUR SKIN WITH THIS BREAKTHROUGH COMBO: HYALURONIC ACID + MARULA OIL

Hyaluronic Acid and Marula Oil are the hottest actives in modern skincare. If used independently, each ingredient can give your skin nourishment. Put them together, and their benefits complement each other to bring out your best skin that will make you feel sexy from within!

Bring out healthy, sexy skin in just two days

Hyaluronic Acid, or Hyaluronan, is naturally produced by the body and is mostly found in the skin. Its main function is to retain water in your skin layers—when kept at optimal levels, it helps retain moisture and suppleness in the skin, speeds up healing, and has anti-bacterial properties.

On the other hand, Marula Oil is a newcomer in the beauty oil market and is native to South Africa. It contains antioxidants, amino and fatty acids that have anti-aging, anti-UV, and anti-dryness benefits, which makes it perfect for those living in tropical countries like the Philippines.

While either ingredient can work effectively from one another, you can still enjoy both and get their benefits through the NEW Avon Skin So Soft Supercharged Multivitamin Hand & Body Lotion with SPF 6 that also nourishes your skin with essential vitamins up to 10 layers deep!

MultiVitamin Charged Complex provides essential building blocks like Vitamins A, B3, B5, C, and E—all of which help maintain intense nourishment and protection for your skin.

To ensure these sexifying vitamins and ingredients stay with you, Deep Absorb Technology helps penetrate through the skin’s 10 layers for deep hydration and nourishment to bring out that healthy and sexy skin from within.

Finally, through HydroBoost Technology, every application of Avon Skin So Soft Supercharged Multivitamin Hand & Body Lotion with SPF 6 ensures a healthy dose of Hyaluronic Acid and Marula Oil that instantly locks in and boosts moisture.

"Avon believes that everyone deserves to feel good in their own skin and that can start by having a healthy one. That is why we are bringing together all these high-performing ingredients, essential multivitamins, and exclusive technologies that will help you get the ultimate skin softness and radiance." - Dione Cotoco, Avon Philippines’ Head of Beauty

The NEW Avon Skin So Soft Supercharged Multivitamin Hand & Body Lotion with SPF 6 is dermatologically tested, provides 48-hour moisturization, is suitable for everyday use, and is available in 250mL size.

Shop through an Avon representative or online via avonshop.ph

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Jollibee Group and Yoshinoya International hold partnership ceremony

The Jollibee Group welcomed Yoshinoya International executives in a Partnership Ceremony on June 25 to celebrate their collaboration that will bring the authentic Yoshinoya Japan beef bowl experience to the Philippines.

The Jollibee Group and Yoshinoya International hailed its partnership in a ceremony that culminated in a beef bowl toast led by Jollibee Group President & CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong (front row, 3rd from left), Asia Yoshinoya CEO Tetsuya Naruse (front row, 4th from left), Jollibee Group President for Philippine Business Joseph Tanbuntiong (front row, 2ndfrom left), and Jollibee Group Chief Real Estate and Design Officer William Tan Untiong (back row, 3rd from left).

Yoshinoya, Japan’s world-famous Beef Bowl Chain, is the first foray into Japanese food by the Jollibee Group. Jollibee Foods Corporation formed a joint venture with Yoshinoya International Philippines Inc. (“Yoshinoya International”) to operate the Yoshinoya stores in the country, with plans to expand to 50 stores in the long term.

The Yoshinoya International executives who attended the private ceremony were Tetsuya Naruse, CEO of Asia Yoshinoya International Sdn Bhd (“Asia Yoshinoya”); Shigekazu Miyata, President of Yoshinoya International; and Shigeo Kurokawa, Director of Yoshinoya International.

During the partnership ceremony, Asia Yoshinoya CEO Tetsuya Naruse hailed its partnership with the Jollibee Group. "In the history of Yoshinoya, I can say that we have never encountered a company such as yours. I’ve met the best partners we could work with and I’m really looking forward to this partnership."

"We would like to thank Yoshinoya International for partnering with Jollibee Group. Together, under Yoshinoya Jollibee Foods Inc., we will grow and expand Yoshinoya in the Philippines. We will work hard to make it the No. 1 Japanese restaurant in the country," - Joseph Tanbuntiong, President of Philippine Business of the Jollibee Group.

In a disclosure released in February 2021, the Jollibee Group said it aims to be the leading market developer of foreign restaurant brands in the country, as these foreign franchised brands are expected to contribute to the sustainable growth of its domestic business. Jollibee Group continues to see the success of brands like Burger King, Panda Express, and PHO24 and will apply the same success drivers in expanding Yoshinoya.

Partnership for success

Like the humble beginnings of the Jollibee Group, Yoshinoya started as a family-run shop located at Nihonbashi Fish Market in Tokyo. Today, Yoshinoya has more than 2,000 global locations.

"Our dreams to make it big one day in our respective markets have driven Yoshinoya and the Jollibee Group to continuously work hard and always strive for excellence," said Tanbuntiong. "With similar values and a true love for great tasting food, we see a strong foundation for success in this partnership."

"I met Jollibee Group Founder and Chairman Tony Tan Caktiong, and after our conversation, I concluded that there is no other company that we would like to do this partnership with. And although some years have passed since then, we have reached this moment today and it’s all thanks to all your efforts," added Naruse.

"Part of who we are in Yoshinoya Holdings is being For the People, which means reaching as many people as possible with our tasty and value-for-money food—this is also what the Jollibee Group is all about. I look forward to working well together and I commit that we in Yoshinoya will give our full support to the Jollibee Group," he added.

Now ready to serve the same superior tasting and authentic Japanese Beef Bowls, Yoshinoya is set for its grand opening slated this July.

About Jollibee Group

Jollibee Foods Corporation (JFC, also known as Jollibee Group) is one of the fastest-growing restaurant companies in the world. It operates in 34 countries, with over 6,200 stores globally with branches in the Philippines, United States, Canada, the People's Republic of China, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Vietnam, Brunei, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Indonesia, Costa Rica, Egypt, Panama, Malaysia, South Korea, and India.

Jollibee Group has eight wholly-owned brands (Jollibee, Chowking, Greenwich, Red Ribbon, Mang Inasal, Yonghe King, Hong Zhuang Yuan, Smashburger); six franchised brands (Burger King, Panda Express, PHO24, and Yoshinoya in the Philippines; Dunkin' and Tim Ho Wan in certain territories in China); 80% ownership of The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf; 60% ownership in the SuperFoods Group that owns Highlands Coffee and PHO24; and 51% ownership of Milksha, a popular Taiwanese bubble tea brand.

Jollibee Group, through its subsidiary Jollibee Worldwide Pte. Ltd. (JWPL) owns a 90% participating interest in Titan Dining LP, a private equity fund that ultimately owns the Tim Ho Wan brand. It also has a joint venture with the THW Group to open and operate THW restaurants in Mainland China. Jollibee Group also has a business venture with award-winning Chef Rick Bayless for Tortazo, Mexican fast-casual restaurant business in the United States.

Jollibee Group was named the Philippines' most admired company by the Asian Wall Street Journal for ten years. It was also honored as one of Asia's Fab 50 Companies and among the World's Best Employers and World’s Top Female-Friendly Companies by Forbes. In 2020, Gallup awarded the Jollibee Group with the Exceptional Workplace Award, making it the first Philippine-based company to receive the distinction.

Jollibee Group has grown brands that bring delightful dining experiences to its customers worldwide, thus spreading the joy of eating to everyone.

To learn more about Jollibee Group, visit www.jollibeegroup.com