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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

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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.