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Inner Confidence from MAXI-PEEL

September 10, 2015 by Janey

You know what they say about self-confidence. You can’t touch it but you can definitely feel it. To be confident is to be beautiful. However, it does help a lot if our natural beauty shines through without any complication such as skin problems, acne, etc.

Cable channels have a lot of shows where you see that success as a model or TV personality wasn’t about being perfect – no one was. It was mainly about how you carried yourself and how self-assured you appeared.

But truth be told, no matter how confident we are of who we are in life and how many people truly love us, we do look in the mirror and want to be able to hold our head up high, with poise and self-confidence. It is easier to do that, with healthier skin.

That’s the reason why even if we are comfortable with who we are which really defines our appeal from appearance to inner strength, the strength of our confidence lies on how we feel about our physical look. It’s no longer about what others think of you but what we think of ourselves.

The Beautiful Skin Feel of Maxi Peel

September 10, 2014 by Janey

There is beauty in a confident woman. Confidence is built in a woman who stands in truth, who is financially independent and can make strong, responsible decisions in her life, who owns her mistakes and the open space to continue growing, who loves and respects the people around her genuinely and walks faithfully with the Lord.

A woman who has been through life’s difficult struggles and made it through with grace and humility can definitely walk with self-assurance. She is able to take care of herself and every aspect of her life. The level of self-confidence can be exhibited in different ways from behavior, body language, and how you speak. But is it easy to hold her head high?

SKIN Dermatology & Laser Center’s Refirme Treatment

July 16, 2013 by Janey

The Spa Wellness is one of my top three favorite spots to go to when I need a lush comfortable almost foolproof massage. Last Saturday, I head to their Fort branch but instead of a relaxing massage, I visited their SKIN clinic. With its award-winning pampering excellence and rejuvenation at its belt, The Spa Wellness has evolved its services with the opening of SKIN Dermatology & Laser Center.

Upon entering SKIN, you’ll feel instantly welcomed by its calming interiors and genuinely smiling receptionists. I was 15 minutes early for my 12nn appointment, thank goodness for easy parking during weekends. I was ushered to one of the rooms where I changed into the robe and relaxed my back on the reclining chair, sipping on The Spa’s signature ginger tea.

SKIN Dermatology & Laser Center offers several skin and body services that use state-of-the-art technology, under the care of certified dermatologists in a luxuriously relaxing spa setting. While I wanted to try their Signature Skin Facial for deep cleansing, mild peel and facial massage to nourish my skin, I veered towards something more forward. Refirme. Suitable for my age if I’m trying to keep the concept of “30s as the new 20s.”

House of Obagi Blue Peel Radiance

September 13, 2011 by Janey

In my whole life, I have never had a chemical peel… or any peeling for that matter. It always scared me and I’ve seen the actual peeling from girl friends who have taken it some years back and the white skin tissues were really shedding off their faces. My trip to Europe last month had me slow-baking under the sun for long hours. Their sun doesn’t set around 6pm like in Manila. It sets around 9-930pm so can you imagine the hours of sun exposure on my face? I noticed a bit of sun damage on my face. These tiny pinkish reddish dots and unevenness started bothering me.

Walking the Streets of Florence 🙂

I had a chat with Sophie of beautynomics.com during a dinner at Sentro and she suggested getting a professional opinion from House of Obagi. She also mentioned that Blue Peel Radiance treatment might just be the answer to my worry but advised to consult with an expert first.

I set my appointment three Saturdays ago and visited House of Obagi (HOO) branch in SM North EDSA. I first had a consultation with their in-house derma. She checked my skin and talked about skin care habits. We were of the same age so we easily related to each other’s skin issues and future concerns. She went on to explain about the different kind of peels and what treatment will be good for my specific skin concern.

Just as Sophie thought, the dermatologist recommended Blue Peel Radiance, House of Obagi’s newest peel treatment. Compared to Blue Peel and TruPeel that are more pervasive chemical peel, Blue Peel Radiance is a lighter peel that has zero downtime and is low maintenance. Low maintenance just means washing your face with facial wash, no applying of creams or anything else (lessening make-up use), and regularly using sun block for at least 1 week. This suits me best since lately I barely have enough time in the morning or evening for an extensive skin care regimen.

Blue Peel Radiance treatment (Php 4,500) is a lighter version of Blue Peel that works almost like a diamond peel but more effective.

Missing Make-up Again

May 31, 2010 by Janey

First time I lost my make-up kit was some time 2004 I think. I was still with SE then and we were at Glorietta 4 going around. From the Glorietta 4 entrance (near Breadtalk), we alighted the escalator going to the second floor. We were talking until two guys in front of me picked up something on the step right before the edge of the escalator, which blocked our way. I was so nervous at the thought that we would collide with them that I said, “excuse me” loudly. They were able to stand up just in time that we had enough space to step into the 2^nd floor without bumping into them.

As we turned towards the next escalator, I told SE that I’d go back down and check quickly on the Terranova store. I agreed to follow and meet him in the upper floors. When I entered Terranova, I clutched my bag and found it open. I immediately checked what was missing. Thank goodness, it was only my make-up kit that they were able to get, probably mistaken it for a wallet. I felt bad that time because I’m the type who’s really attached to my things (I guess it’s the OC behavior) and even if it’s only a highlighter or pen, I’d feel really bad losing it. I’m so particularly careful with my things. What more if I lose different items at the same time? Such is the same in the case of a make-up kit.

Thankfully, I got over it a few days later since my mom bought me replacement (plus I was using L’Oreal powder foundation that time which is way more cheaper than EL) and because I thought I was luckier not to get more valuable stuff stolen. I’m sure the culprit/s (it’s a widespread escalator-thieving modus operandi up to this date) weren’t gunning for my make-up stash. They probably thought it was my wallet.

Last Saturday, Bubba and I went around to canvass furniture in Hemady, Pioneer area, and Greenhills. Trying to make my bag lighter, I removed the make-up kit and placed it on the side pocket of the car door. I’ve done this maybe 8 times before but never had any problem. Sunday, I realized that I didn’t have it in my bag and immediately looked inside the car. It was gone.

Two points where I probably lost it:

In Greenhills, Bubba went back to the car and got something out of my side of the car thus opening that passenger door. His leg must have bumped into it? Or I might have bumped into it at one point or another getting in and out of the car and I didn’t notice.
We had dinner at La Tienda that evening. I debated whether to change clothes and shoes (I was wearing a shirt, shorts and Fit Flops. There’s a dress code at La Tienda and most of Makati restaurants. I asked out front if I needed to change, they let me in without having to change into my shoes even.) I think I debated inside my head whether or not I should freshen up. I don’t have any recall if I grabbed my make-up kit. I went straight inside the washroom when we came in. I might have placed it on the counter and left it there.

We called La Tienda yesterday and called 3-4 times to check but the staff said they didn’t find anything.

I went on a cleaning rampage yesterday that took me until almost 12mn to finish because I felt really really really bad. I even cleaned my big make-up bag at home and threw some old stuff. There’s nothing to use there for my day-to-day, it’s mostly eyeshadows, lipsticks –basically variants in case I need to put heavy make-up on for an occasion or an office Christmas program or something. I had no appetite for dinner last night. I didn’t eat lunch today. All I had was sky flakes.

I’m sure somebody else must have found it. Upon seeing the contents, I know there’s no personal interest in it for them. Besides, why would anyone want to use a used make-up on their face? What if I had warts or some skin infection? But it’s nowhere to be found and nobody has returned it.

You see I don’t use much make-up on my face. Lipstick, lipgloss, eyeshadow, blush can last me up to 1 year and even beyond that because when I do use them, I only need to put a little. I’m not good at putting on make-up anyway so I just stay with the basics. Less means less mistakes. What I usually run out of is powder but that even takes 6-9 months before I need to replenish.

Inside the small pouch:

Estee Lauder Cyberwhite Powder Refill PHP 2,150 (I just bought 2 weeks ago)

Estee Lauder Powder Case approx. PHP 1,800 (2 years old)

Lancome Juicy Tubes Fraise approx. PHP 1,150 (almost full, bought in August 2009)

Lancome Mascara L’Extreme Black approx. PHP 1,500 (almost dried out but only 2 months old)

Lancome Eye Pencil (free with a Lancome promo before)

Lancome Flash Retouche Concealer approx. PHP 1,995 (about ¼ full)

Shu Uemera Glow On Blush approx. PHP 1,500 (can still last me for 1 whole year or more)

Cheap lipstick I got in Japan Yakuyen Store (can still last me for 1 whole year or more)

L’Oreal Lip Gloss PHP 200 (I got on a sale)

Cheap Eye Shadow I got in Japan Yakuyen Store (1 light pink shade out –2 darker pink shades can still last me until end of 2010)

Oral B Travel Toothbrush approx. PHP 75 (2 months old)

Tommy Hilfiger Make-up Pouch (gift from my ninang in 2005 which I only used in 2007)

TOTAL: approx. PHP 10,370

It’s so heartbreaking. It takes time to build up that make-up library again. And this is the only time I wished I lost my darn wonky phone instead of that. I could have bought a new phone with that much investment.

I’m pushing the envelope with this living room project I’m currently working on. And this “missing make-up kit” is pulling the plug on my plans. It’s a letdown, a distraction and another financial load. I feel like screaming and at the same time I feel like curling up in my bed and sulking 🙁

I didn’t realize that losing a make-up kit could be really depressing.

Learning Points:

Never to put anything again on the side pocket of the car door
Put a calling card inside the make-up kit or tag it with name and contact details (sounds silly but might help)
I know I’m OC but I got to be fierce in double-checking each place I just left. I do this regularly already but my wandering mind must have slipped and forgot
Get a new bag where I can store everything without hurting my back

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Glutamax Unveils Its New Endorser in La Greta

April 9, 2010 by Janey

Photo Credit:

http://www.earthlingorgeous.com

http://www.yousaytoo.com

http://www.carloscpalma.com/

Glutamax revealed its new endorser last Wednesday at the Eastwood Central Plaza. Gretchen Barretto is now the new face of Glutamax, replacing Jinky Oda “Jacqui O.” who the brand originally launched with. The TV ad campaign was also presented in the same event showing Gretchen taking off make-up, jewelry and pricey dress signifying that she shines without all of that only attributed to one reason… what she referred to as her “hidden wealth” –beautiful glowing skin (“Kutis Mayaman”). That “hidden wealth” she mentioned is a sharp line to end the ad with, biting yet witty.

And according to her, what helps her maintain that beautiful white glow is Glutamax. More of her interview during the event, she shares that she is very happy to be part of the new campaign and be part of the Glutamax family.

Before the big reveal, the first part of the event was the awarding of “The New Me” Blog Contest. Jose Paul Legaspi, Healthwell president and CEO, partnered with Nuffnang (www.nuffnang.com), Asia Pacific’s biggest online community network company to stage this blog contest about “personal transformation”, which is part of their global promotional campaign for Glutamax.

Learning about the contest from the Nuffnang’s site, I joined with my “The New Me” entry. Before they announced the winners, a string of wonderful music filled the event venue with Nyoy Volante, Julie Ann Santos (I’m not sure if I got the name right) and popular Filipino violinist Jon Lesaca taking the stage. A segment of the program also showcased a slideshow of the contest participants flashing their “Before and After” photos in the wide screen. Mojo and Suzie of Magic 89.9 hosted that evening’s Glutamax event. Friends from the media were also present.

The esteemed Glutamax team went on stage and welcomed Gretchen Barretto to their family. Jon Lesaca went back on stage and serenaded the new endorser at the pleasant request of the latter.

The night ended with a big buzz when Gretchen supposedly “walked out” of the mini-press conference that was held after the event. The alleged “walk-out” happened after Gretchen was asked how she feels about her “Maalala Mo Kaya” back-to-back shows being pitted against Claudine’s show in the rival channel. She vibrantly replied that she was extremely happy and proud that the Barrettos occupy that specific timeslot on Saturdays –implying that there’s more gain than loss for both sisters. I think the media wasn’t satisfied with the answer and kept prying about how she really feels that made her storm out of the conference apparently with tears in her eyes.

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And on a different note, they announced the winners. Congratulations to:

5^th Prize: Lizz of http://lizzbuenaventura.com

http://www.lizzbuenaventura.com/2009/12/new-me.html

4^th Prize: Sophie of http://www.beautynomics.com

http://www.beautynomics.com/blog/2009/12/31/the-new-me/

3^rd Prize: Jeff of http://www.aspacio.net

http://www.aspacio.net/2009/12/new-me.html

2^nd Prize: http://jonnieanzures.blogspot.com/2010/02/new-me.html

Until now writing about this, I have butterflies in my stomach remembering the moment they announced the first-prize winner. I heard Mojo say Jane and say Chua and Sophie cheering and congratulating me… I think in my joy, I even hugged Sophie! In my mind and heart, I felt like I did hug her (she was beside me) but I’m not really that sure now because everything felt like a blur. I walked to the stage (shaking) and accepted the prize. My mind was completely in pieces and when asked the question, I just stuttered my way through the answer –still in disbelief that I won the Mac Book.

Another highlight of the night for me was my bonding moment with Jed. Jed is the cute, smart, and sweet son of Jeff and Jen Aspacio who was feeling bad because he thought I left without saying goodbye. Bubba was so huge that he was covering Jed’s view. I walked over to a pouting Jed. I explained that I didn’t leave yet and I would of course say goodbye to him if I left. I hugged him and said sorry.

He was quietly pouting for one whole minute… then he suddenly hugged me tight and broke down to tears saying he thought I already left. After that, we talked about his favorite color and mine, butterfly kisses and his flat whistle and both of us left in a happy, beaming mood.

Thanks again Nuffnang for holding this contest and Glutamax for picking me as a winner. I enjoyed writing the piece and I hope the entry truly inspired others take a step towards their own transformation –inside and out.

XOXO,

Janey

Earthlingorgeous’

Marriage and Beyond’s

Literary Bulimia’s

Yousaytoo’s

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The New Me

December 27, 2009 by Janey

GlutaMAX – The New Me

Friends, even newfound ones, often remark that I’m noticeably such a happy person. I wasn’t always like this before.

A Vibrant and Visibly Happy Change!

(35 lbs and a couple of shades lighter and happier)

Switch to a Lighter You!

What’s my beauty secret? 😉

Growing up, my dreams were countless. There were so many things I wanted to do with my life. At 21, I was already going through a mid-life crisis –castigating myself for not finishing law school. Feelings of being unappreciated and identity loss in a previous relationship also gave a jarful of insecurity, inadequacy and anxiety. I was stricken with fear of trying new things at the risk of failure again.

It didn’t help that I gained almost 30 lbs during a month-long study program in Osaka and Tokyo Japan that brought me to slip to this unhealthy and unhappy persona. Since I am not supermodel tall (fine, I’m not even average tall 😀 ), being 132 lbs was not the comfortable weight for my height.

I had a hard time buttoning my pants, my shirts/tops/dresses became too tight and much emphasis was put on my mid-section that people usually mistake me for being preggers. My skin also started deteriorating. Uneven skin tone and dark spots loom on my face.

I used to dress up in pricey cloaks that I thought covered the untidy chaos within me. They say shopping is retail therapy –but no amount of shopping can silence the noise inside.

One day, I stripped myself naked of the things that were weighing me down. No more excessiveness, no more self-doubt and fears, or discontentment. No more measuring myself up to others. I wrote every word that was negative in me on different rocks and pitched them out the distant sea.

It was like taking it out of my system and hurling it away from me. It was symbolic and therapeutic. Try it, it is quite a release. A creative one in fact. Very ceremonial. The healing began.

I even let go of the relationship that I felt impeded my growth. I welcomed the independence and newfound strength. I didn’t find the need for striking clothes or late night drinks either.

Setting a goal

I started working out diligently at the gym, boxing, cardio-running and toning. It was very therapeutic to sweat out at the gym and sauna. I was slowly returning to my comfortable weight.

Detoxify

I scheduled a fruit diet day at least once a week to cleanse my digestive system. Living a healthy lifestyle is the way to go. Fast foods are excessive in oil. Junk food only supplied unnecessary calories.

Craft

No matter how difficult life can be. Happiness is a choice. The happiest people in life don’t necessarily have the best of everything. They just try to make the best of everything. Shaping your body is achieved by working out. Happiness is achieved by shaping our mind to be positive and see the best in life and in people. It is very lifting to observe all the wonderful things around us. An honest smile. Tender hug. A family to come home to. A peso in your pocket. An old photograph. Another couple in love. I even greet my problems with a smile –it is an opportunity for me to learn and grow and test the mettle of my strength. Yes, I feel low from time to time, but it’s no big deal. I know that in due time, I will be happy again just as surely as the sun rises in the morning.

Knowing yourself

Self-realization sets in and instead of distinguishing who or what I am not, I began appreciating who I actually am. Loving yourself is the wisdom to loving other people. Self-esteem frees us from self-consciousness and self-doubt. A sound self-esteem allows us to experiment, innovate and try and try again to achieve our goals. Failures won’t be the gauge anymore of accomplishments, but self-worth is by now my claim of victory.

The less I care about seeking approval, the more approval I seem to get. People are drawn to those with a quiet, inner confidence, people who don’t need to make themselves look good, or be “right” all the time, or steal the glory. Most people love a person who doesn’t need to brag, a person who shares from his or her heart and not from his or her ego or image.

It was quite the breakout year for me. Sheer confidence got me trying out adventure races and a new career path.

I took up new hobbies like photography. I found my wanderlust spirit and traveled to different local and international destinations.

And the most wonderful of it all, Love also found me.

We became each other’s source of friendship, inspiration and companionship. We always enjoy the time when we are together –even to something as ordinary as standing in line or listening to music in the car. He makes me feel like a natural woman –loving me for every flaw and appreciates me for every inch of my being.

The Secret – Clarity

Beautiful skin starts from within. With a peaceful mind and a happy heart, natural beauty will radiate easily off you. While staying content, we always strive for excellence. In the pursuit of perfection, I was introduced to a product that knows skin best. The new Glutamax Lightening Soap scrubs away my unwanted spots and blemishes while it gently whitens the skin, leaving me feeling fresh and smooth (and smelling great too!). Taking OUT the dark in me, the transformation turned complete when my skin became lighter as well. It is so in sync when I feel lighter both inside and outside. Glutamax effortlessly matches my fresh and vibrant outlook in life.

In mind, body and skin, be completely transformed to the NEW YOU!

Feed the world good energy and good things will gravitate toward you. Shine with a positive attitude and attract the cheerful vibe. Glow in love and in beautiful skin too… with Glutamax, lovely and vibrant white skin is at our fingertips.

I fill my heart with love and my mind positive things, and I see the face of success every time I look in the mirror.

(The secret to clarity: Glutamax -Reduced Glutathione Dietary Supplement 500mg.

Pop it and Radiate 🙂 )

Glutamax, see the results! 😉

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*This is my official entry to the Nuffnang/Glutamax The New Me contest.

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Dead Sea Treasures

December 18, 2009 by Janey

A few months ago, Bubba’s parents went to a pilgrimage tour (that Jerusalem-Egypt-Dubai circuit). They invited us to go with them but I decided to politely decline. It’s one of the trips I wanted to take but maybe not at this time yet.

I saw their photos and I almost cringed and regretted not going. The sights were absolutely breathtaking and of course, rich in Bible history. Anyway highway, one of their pasalubongs was this interesting soap.

Dead Sea Treasures brand of olive oil soap

It supposedly came from the minerals of the “rich Dead Sea.”

It was great on the skin! Left the skin well moisturized after every shower.

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Michael Jackson’s This Is It Docu Film

September 30, 2009 by Janey

Sony Pictures reports that hundreds of show times have sold out since tickets went on sale on Sunday for “Michael Jackson: This Is It”. It opens Oct. 28 in the US for a two-week limited run. The movie is based on more than 100 hours of behind-the-scenes footage, featuring Jackson rehearsing a number of his songs for the late King of Pop’s planned concert series at the O2 Arena in London.

Advance shows in some markets the night before also are selling out. All 3,000 tickets for screenings at a Los Angeles cinema were snapped up in two hours, with some fans queuing to buy tickets up for nearly three days.

Sony said 30,000 tickets were sold in the first 24 hours in London, while £630,000 worth of tickets were sold in Japan within the same time period.

The film’s world gala will be in Los Angeles at the Nokia Theatre on the evening of October 27.

The event will kick off a series of more than 25 premieres around the globe.

Jackson died in June aged 50, just weeks before the huge string of London comeback concerts titled This Is It were due to get under way.

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Michael Jackson’s Death is a Homicide

August 25, 2009 by Janey

The LA County coroner is supposed to release the final toxicology report on Michael Jackson’s death. The coroner’s office ruled the June 25 demise of MJ as a homicide due to a combination of drugs, anesthetic propofol mixed with two sedatives, lorazepam and midazolam. A designation of homicide means that Jackson died at the hands of another, but does not necessarily mean a crime was committed.

The forensic test findings will strengthen criminal charges that are to be filed against Dr. Conrad Murray, the Las Vegas cardiologist who was with the King of Pop when he died in his rented Los Angeles mansion.

LAPD has been closely investigating the doctor who only became Jackson’s personal physician weeks before his death. Murray disclosed that he’d been treating Jackson for insomnia for about six weeks with 50 milligrams of propofol every night via an intravenous drip. Propofol is normally used in operations. He claims that Jackson was forming an addiction to the anesthetic.

Murray reveals that around 1:30 a.m. on June 25, he tried a series of drugs instead of propofol to make Jackson sleep including 10 milligrams of Valium and injections of two milligrams of lorazepam and two milligrams of midazolam. Jackson supposedly demanded for propofol, which the singer referred to as his “milk.”

Murray remained with the sedated Jackson for about 10 minutes, then left for the bathroom. No more than two minutes later, he returned — and found Jackson had stopped breathing.

When he died, Jackson was skinny but not overly withered, and his body had bedsores. The singer is believed to have developed bed sores in the months following his 2005 acquittal of child molestation charges, when he went into seclusion and spent long stretches in bed.

Murray has spoken to police and last week released a YouTube video saying he “told the truth and I have faith the truth will prevail.”

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Make-up Must Buys- Estee Lauder Cyber White EX, Lancome Flash Retouche

August 24, 2009 by Janey

Powders and concealers, other than being effective ways to brighten a tired face, should also be a brand reputable for skincare. Some brands carry certain ingredients that may be harsh on your skin, thus advancing the age of the skin.

A good skin is all it takes to make the face dazzling, but for days that you find yourself a bit oily and need a quick cover-up, the following are face must haves.

Estee Lauder Cyber White EX Refill PHP 2,150

Building on over 20 years of whitening expertise, the Estee Lauder research and development team have been hard at work developing a deeper understanding of Asian skin and the cause of dark spots. Based on new findings and the knowledge that “not all spots are created equal”, Estee Lauder brings you Cyber White Ex – our most comprehensive brightening system ever – with three highly targeted, breakthrough technologies, to help correct and prevent three different types of spots responsible for clouding your complexion: Stubborn Age Spots, Small Surface Spots and those Barely Visible Spots just below the skin’s surface.

Lancome Flash Retouche (No. 2) PHP 1,995

Radiance boosting, anti-fatigue concealer brush pen

An anti-dark circle complexion “perfecter” that lights up dull areas of your face and smoothes your features for a healthy glow. The high-precision brush increases the anti-fatigue effect and diminishes imperfections.
An instant burst of freshness for your face! 2.5 ml brush applicator

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Fountain of Youth in Celeteque Advanced Moisturizer

August 18, 2009 by Janey

Usually 30-55 year old women worry about fine lines especially the wrinkles around the eyes known as crow’s feet. I still have some years left in me before I hit that considerable calendar birthday age (30 or 31), but I am at that stage where I should be taking steps to prevent or delay the inevitable –or at least, it was a foreseeable facial occurrence before Celeteque’s newest product.

Last Saturday, Celeteque revealed the results of their latest product challenge test. Earlier this year, the Céleteque Advanced team created the True Results Challenge, wherein over 50 Filipina women, aged 30 to 55 years old coming from all walks of life, became part of an amazing experience that resulted in roughly around 92% of their fine lines gone in 6 weeks.

These women were present during the event and gave their own testimonies regarding their experience with the product. Results vary but for most of them, they felt an amazing youthful transformation. Their skins feel smoother and younger and for some, it was 92-95% less fine lines since May this year!

Jennie, Between Bites, and Lace

For 38-year old Cecile Yatco, taking part of the Challenge was one of the best things she has ever done in her life. “I was really excited to join the True Results Challenge, because it was something new” she said. “Besides, I was really curious about their claim of up to 92% less fine lines in 6 weeks. I was thinking if it could really be true.”

Johanna Huang, a 43-year old interior designer, was also amazed by the product’s efficacy. “In my third day of using the product, I actually saw my embedded white heads start to come off. By the first week, I noticed that my freckles and sunspots were getting lighter” she reminisced. “And after a month I could actually see my fine lines diminishing. It was really amazing.”

The new Céleteque Advanced Anti-Wrinkle Facial Moisturizer has the Double Peptide Complex, which penetrates deep into the skin, and helps stimulate the formation of collagen. Collagen is the natural protein that plumps up skin thus diminishing fine lines and wrinkles and renewing outer layer of damaged skin.

Seeing is believing, especially for women at this day and age who have tried so many products in the market. There was also an assessment portion during the event where a dermatologist verifies the number of fine lines a woman has. With the number of lines examined and recorded, the women attendees are now going to take on the “True Results” challenge and see the honest to goodness truth for themselves.

Now, smoother and younger looking skin can be yours. Try the new Céleteque Advanced Anti-Wrinkle Facial Moisturizer and see the honest to goodness truth for yourself.

(Thanks Az for some of the photos!)

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Guerlain Meteorites

August 4, 2009 by Janey

Meteorites Powder For The Face

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Little powder pearls tucked into a circular container inspired by Marie Antoinette’s jewelry box. The little powder pearls have different shades. The tiny spheres instantly brighten and even skin tone with a blend of soft colors that combat imperfections, and the Mother of Pearl and gold work to lighten and brighten skin.

The scent of the powder is amazing… -providing a tinge of fragrance to your skin. The beige chic 03 gives a finish of golden glow that adds to a perfect complexion.

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The Others

May 9, 2009 by Janey

I am not the only woman in Bubba’s life. In fact, he has other “babies,” sometimes with more emotional needs.

Krie, The Albino Ratsnake

Krie is the partner of Skimpy before. Since Skimpy’s death, Krie is the oldest baby in the family. Krie has a lot of poise and class that probably were brought about by age.

Boei, The Ball Python

When we were just dating, Bubba couldn’t stop talking about how he wanted to get a ball snake. Everything is a sign to get a ball snake. We were at EDSA Shangri-la one time and we see an ad poster of a watch that has the word, “BALL” with a water snake and this is the forth-telling SIGN. He tries to connect everything as signs that he’s supposed to buy a ball snake. After a while, I relent and let him be. There were a few chances where he almost bought one but decided against it. Finally, the perfect ball snake came our way and I agreed that this is what he’s been dying to have.

Grumpy, The Hognose Snake

This hognose snake was actually a trade-off. Bubba traded off his two precious skinks for this baby who is throwing a fit all the time. He’s the crankiest in the bunch. He bites the hand that feeds him.

GTP, The Green Tree Python

GTP named after George St. Pierre but with a T instead of an S. I was in protest getting another snake but when I saw GTP’s uber yellow skin, it was so beautiful we both couldn’t resist. He reached adolescence last year that made his yellow skin turn to green.

Jigsaw, The Milksnake

Of course, men go for the “young.” This is why this milksnake used to Bubba’s favorite, more than me probably. Jigsaw is the latest addition in the family, which makes him the youngest. He celebrated his 1^st year anniversary just recently. He is named after our favorite thriller movie, SAW.

I think though that Boei remains to be his all-time favorite because that snake is really attached to him. They have this special “bond.” Boei is also special to me because he reminds me of days when we were just starting out.

In Memoriam:

Skimpy,