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Olay Regenerist Whip Now With UV Protection

Did you know that on average, people experience about 18 hours of total sun exposure per week just by doing a regular daily routine? Olay research says that this is equivalent to the same amount of sun exposure we get when at the beach. Unfortunately, 1 out of 3 women beg off from using SPF daily because of the sticky texture, especially in the humid Philippine weather.

In case you missed out on the big news, UV rays are the cause of sun damage and you can get it whether you’re indoor or outdoor, even during sunny or rainy days. This is exactly why sunscreen is highly recommended to be used every day as there’s no escaping from these UV rays even if the sun is hidden.

Olay redefines UV protection with the all-new Whips UV SPF 30 – so you can bid goodbye to your greasy sunscreen and enjoy the double benefit of a hydrated skin and sun protection.

This breakthrough facial moisturizer offers the best of both worlds – protection and hydration. Olay Whip SPF 30 shields your skin against the sun’s harmful rays while giving it full, natural coverage. Its lightweight formula gives matte finish which lasts from day to night. The best part about Olay Whips is its unique formulation with Active Rush Technology, which means that this moisturizer holds 1000x its weight in hydration, transforming from cream to liquid at first contact to allow fast absorption with breathable feel. No grease, no stickiness, and no white cast left behind the skin.

If you’re obsessed about skincare, then this will seal the deal for you. This moisturizer is packed with tried and tested Olay power ingredients: Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) that boosts cell turnover and strengthens skin barrier for defense against pollution and weather; Advanced Amino-peptide complex for anti-aging benefit for a firmer and a more lifted look; and Hyaluronic Acid which is responsible in retaining the water within your cells so the skin is kept hydrated all day long.

Olay Regenerist Whips UV gives you the freedom to face the sun. Plus, it saves you from the longer skincare prep time in the morning. Every time you step out of the house, you don’t need to worry about premature skin aging, and you can simply focus on flaunting your smoother, younger, and shine-free skin – more reasons to glow all out even under the sun. It is perfect for everyday use, so you don’t have an excuse to skip sun protection ever again.

Olay Regenerist Whip SPF 30 is available in all major supermarkets, department stores, and drugstores nationwide. Visit Olay Philippines’ Facebook page to learn more about these products.

Useful Ideas for a Significant Home Upgrade

It is a known fact that one of the significant investments is having a house. However, over the years, this will depreciate. As such, it is crucial that you maintain it in its pristine condition. If you’re a homeowner, don’t neglect any small damages you see. Be on top of repairs and keep your home in its top shape. If you have some extra savings, maybe it’s time for some home upgrade. It will increase your property’s value, as well as, the appearance of your space.

In this article, I have listed three of the ideal areas for home improvement. And you won’t regret it.

Kitchen

A Multi-Functional Oven

In every kitchen, an oven is essential. Just look at all the yummy recipes online, and you will notice that most of them require baking. When preparing a dish, the stove or oven should provide the cook a more comfortable and less complicated way of making and cooking a meal. It can either be range-style or built-in. Choose the ones that can accommodate a lot of cooking, especially when it comes to family gatherings.

If you have the budget, why not choose a multi-function oven. Just imagine all the defrosting, baking, roasting and grilling that you can do in only one appliance! Plus, there are stylish designs available too.

A Large Kitchen Pantry Cabinet

We’re not talking about an overly huge kitchen pantry cabinet. We’re talking about sufficient space for all the boxes of cereals, spices, herbs, and canned goods that you want to stuff in your cabinet. Say goodbye to all that ‘oh, I can’t buy all of these, they won’t fit in my pantry’ and get that upgrade.

Give your grocery items enough space. A large kitchen pantry cabinet would be enough for the whole family to put their snacks and ingredients into. Well, if you want to, you can also opt for a walk-in pantry.

Bathroom

Oh yes, the bathroom should be your relaxation area. After all, it’s where you do everything in the morning and before bedtime – definitely playing a crucial part in your life. One thing you can do get a bidet smart toilet.

What is a bidet toilet?

No. It’s not a “Bodette toilet,” “Bada toilet,” or a “Bouda toilet.” It’s a “Bidet smart toilet.” It’s one of those magical toilets that can do all the work for you. You don’t have to get in there anymore. After using the toilet, it will spurt out a stream of water to clean your bottom. It also has other features like adjustable temperature, feminine wash and so much more! You’ll spend less on toilet paper, too. Thus, contributing to the betterment of the environment.

Living Room

Last but not least, give yourself the chance to have a spacious living room. For a homey atmosphere, make sure it’s well-lit and always tidy. After all, it’s where your family and friends will often stay.

And that’s it for the top three places to make some home upgrade. It can be a rewarding experience while increasing the value of your property.

Also read: Home Remodeling Tips To Make Your Home Look Fancy

5 Tried and Tested Ways To Keep Your Child Healthy

As a mom, it feels like it is our primary duty to keep our family healthy, especially our kids. Lagi nga nating dasal ‘di ba, tayo na lang ang magkasakit, huwag na sila. It is more than painful to see our kids suffer, kaya we try our best to keep them healthy and illness-free all the time. Nakakaguilty when our kids are sickly. But being a mom for 16 years, I learned that instead of feeling guilty, I should focus on ways to make my kids healthier.

Based on our experience, here are the tried and tested ways na ginawa namin para healthy ang mga kids namin.

1. Increase water intake. I cannot stress enough how important water is to the body. We always tell our kids that and we train them to drink water. It’s not an easy task but giving them facts and making them understand the importance of water somehow made it easier. Right now, we are still in the process of training them to drink enough water (and more when they are not feeling well).

The most effective strategy so far is giving them a bottle each (1 L water bottle) and they have to finish 2 of that bottle in a day. That will complete the recommended water intake of 2 liters a day. It’s a long process but I know we are on the right track as they seldom got sick now. And when they do, they recuperate easily because of increased water intake.

2. Physical Activity. Have you ever wondered why physical activity is very important to keep your kids healthy? Gaya ng sabi ng mga matatanda noong araw, “hayaang mong magpawis para lumakas.”

There are so many benefits of physical activity, even for at least 30 minutes a day. Some of these that are beneficial to your child’s health are strengthening the heart and lungs, muscle build-up, and reduced blood sugar levels. But how and why? Our body is designed like that. Think of it as an elastic band, the more you stretch it, the bigger it becomes. So let your kids run, jump, bike around if they have a bike. Just make sure that they always have access to drinking water during these activities.

3. Proper Diet. I have learned in my years of being a mom that a proper diet is not just about the quality of food, but it also includes the proper time to eat and making sure that the stomach is healthy.

When it comes to the quality of food, we try to give them a balanced diet of carbohydrates, protein, and vegetables. We sometimes go overboard on the carbohydrate part, kase alam niyo naman, ang sarap talaga kumain ng kanin. For breakfast, their meal is usually egg, banana, and rice. We give them more vegetables during dinner time.

Tip: Samgyeopsal is a very healthy food option especially if you will provide more veggies. Just make sure na well cooked ang mga meat, ha?

The proper time to eat is making sure that they eat 3x a day, same schedule every day (as much as possible). Snack time is usually 2 hours before the next meal and should be light. We also try to avoid sweets and junk food.

When it comes to making sure the stomach is healthy, we give probiotics to our kids. Probiotics are living good bacteria and yeast that when given in sufficient amounts, produce health benefits such as improved digestion and immune function. We’ve known about Probiotics ever since nagka-diarrhea si Marius and our doctor prescribed Erceflora 2B. Ngayon, go-to ko na siya whenever he has diarrhea.

Why do have to keep our kids’ stomach healthy? S’yempre the health of their stomach is very important because this is the area of the body where the food they take breaks down and the nutrients are absorbed in the body. Kung hindi healthy ang stomach, kahit healthy food pa ang kainin nila, hindi rin ma-aabsorb nang tama ng katawan.

For everyday tummy protection, we give our kids Erceflora Probibears, a 2-in-1 probiotic food supplement. And my kids really love it, especially the taste. One bear a day is the recommended intake, so I really have to control Marius dahil gusto niya maraming bears!

Can a child take probiotics if he/she is lactose intolerant? Wala kaseng lactose intolerant sa kids ko we have no experience with that, best is ask your pedia about it.

Where to buy Erceflora Probibears? It is available in all major pharmacies so ask your your local pharmacist about it or do check https://www.ercefloraprobibears.com/ for more information.

4. Proper Hygiene. Teach your kids to practice proper hygiene, which includes brushing, bathing, and changing clothes. For tweens, also teach them about body odor and use of deodorant. Please watch our video above on how we teach Marius (and our older kids) how to properly brush their teeth.

5. Enough sleep (sleep at least 8 hours a day). Having enough sleep keeps the body healthy. Sleep is the time where the body rests and recovers so it is very important. this is how we encourage our kids to sleep early:

Eat an early dinner. We usually eat around 6 PM.
As much as possible no gadgets after dinner.
Change them into comfortable clothing. If the weather is hot, encourage them to take a bath before sleeping.
Provide them a conducive place for sleep (clean and well-ventilated room)

BONUS tried and tested ways that made our kids health: Massage, hugs, and attention.