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Dorothy Torretijo


 The past years have always had us counting down to the most wonderful time of the year when the ‘ber’ months roll in; Christmas carols fill the air, dazzling tree lights dot the streets, shopping for gifts becomes a sport, and everyone else goes on a diet to make way for Christmas feasts.


This year may not be as festive as previous years, but it will most certainly be more meaningful. SM showed us the most uplifting way to best celebrate the season with “100 Days of Caring”;  featuring 100 days of spreading love, thoughtfulness, and care for one another and for the communities surrounding our favorite SM malls. The virtual event showcasing the pledges happened Thursday, Sept 16, 2021 over FB Live and WatchSM on YouTube.


“100 days of Caring”.
 To kickstart the Christmas countdown, SM pledged to donate to over 10,000 beneficiaries, namely communities in need, hardworking SM employees, medical frontliners and dedicated delivery partners, among others. Some of the beneficiaries and their partner malls are as follows: 

  • SM North EDSA is giving 100 pairs of World Balance rubber shoes to seniors from Graces Home for the Elderly in Quezon City.
  • SM Megamall, The Podium, and SM Center Pasig chose delivery partners who will be recipients of 100 raincoats and rain boots.
  • From SM Mall of Asia, 100 sets of care packages like face masks, face shields, Ensure milk, vitamins, supplements, and more, will be handed over to senior citizens within the community.
  • SM Southmall chose SOS Children’s Villages as to receive various story and educational books.
  • Metro Manila and Rizal malls chose several orphanages, namely: Associacion De Damas Filipinas, Bahay Aruga, White Cross Orphanage, and The Little Children’s Home to receive 100 toys and essential goods each, especially prepared by SM City Manila, SM City San Lazaro, SM City Sta. Mesa, SM City Taytay and SM Center Angono.
  • In North Luzon, 100 Aeta families from Zambales and Tarlac will be given grocery packs by SM City Olongapo Downtown, SM City Olongapo Central, and SM City Tarlac; fishermen in Pangasinan will be handed with fishing supplies by SM City Rosales, SM City Urdaneta Central, and SM Center Dagupan; while select tricycle and jeepney drivers in Bulacan will be given 100 pairs of shoes by SM City Marilao, SM City Baliwag, and SM Center Pulilan.
  • SM City Bacoor will give 100 brail books to the Deaf & Blind Foundation Philippines.
  • In the Visayas, SM City Cebu will bring smiles to kids of Kythe Foundation with 100 toys; while SM City Iloilo will give 100 25kg sacks of rice to healthcare and peace & order frontliners. SM City Puerto Princesa on the other hand, will have 100 grocery bags to displaced tourism personnel.
  • SM City Davao and SM Lanang Premier will be handing out 100 farming tools to local farmers; while SM City Butuan will be giving 100 Fiesta Food Packs to Por Cristo Foundation, Inc.

‘Gift’ for your mental health. Aside from our physical health being at risk during a pandemic, our mental health is also affected due to the stress and anxiety these times bring. And since SM believes in the value of taking care of our mental health, Dr Gia Sison, MD DPCOM gave a  ‘Call to Share’ talk during the virtual launch. Dr Gia Sison is a mental health advocate and co-founder of PH Leader Livestrong Foundation. Her talk centered on how to cope during this stressful time and still find hope in a better tomorrow.

100 voices that care. If there’s one thing that binds us all Filipinos together, it’s our passion and love for music. While we may not be allowed to have big gatherings this year, SM entertained the audience with the performance of the 3 Divas – Rahda, Frenchie and Bituin Escalante; later on joined by 100 artists, singers, and SM employees and stakeholders who came together to sing during the virtual launch on Sept 16.

We may be in the middle of a pandemic, times may be tough, and many of us may be physically apart, but let’s not forget what this season truly means. To view the event, go to WatchSM on YouTube.

For more information, bookmark www.smsupermalls.com and follow @smsupermalls on all social media accounts.




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They strictly implement safety protocols during this time of community quarantine.

Need a dental check-up? DMKB Dental Clinic was established in the year 2008 and currently have 4 clinics all over the Metro Manila.

DMKB Dental Clinic (Diliman) - Temporary Closed
#23 V. Francisco St. Krus Na Ligas Diliman Quezon City


DMKB Dental Center (Molino)
PureGold Molino Town Center Along Molino-Paliparan Rd. Molino IV, Bacoor, Cavite
Mobile# 0917 1934 685


DMKB Dental Clinic (Las Piñas)
#70 Ega H Bldg. 2/F Real St. (Alabang-Zapote rd)
Pamplona I, Las Piñas
Mobile# 0917 7211 464


Smile Design Dental Experts (Alabang)
1101 Admiralty Bldg. 3/F unit 301, Alabang-Zapote rd. Madrigal Business Park, Alabang, Muntinlupa city
Mobile# 0917 7211 625


Their attending staff of dentist are a part of a multidisciplinary team who specialize in areas of dentistry such as: Cosmetic, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and Implant. They provide comprehensive dental care for adults, teens and children in a gentle, efficient and professional manner.

The various dental care services that they offer are:
-Diagnostic
-Preventive
-Restorative
-Endodontics
-Oral Surgery
-Prosthetic
-Aesthetics
-Implant
-Pediatric
-Orthodontic


Here's a video of me and Dr. DJ Macam of DMKB Dental Clinic using Empower Self Ligating Braces.

  
December 2019                                                   April 2020


  
September 2020                                             November 2020 

They like their patients to feel informed so DMKB family take time in diagnosing each patient case which in turn helps them to feel relaxed and comfortable towards their dental treatment.

All appointments are scheduled, so that each patient will have their own personal time with their dentist and their dental team will have sufficient time to do excellent treatment in an unhurried manner. They strictly implement safety protocols during this time of community quarantine.

They are open from 9AM to 6PM, from Monday to Sunday.
Schedule an Appointment today on https://facebook.com/DMKBdentalclinic


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Christmas is almost here! Not even the pandemic can take away the beloved tradition of Filipino families to celebrate this joyous season at SM. Let the wonderful, magical and truly merry Christmas at SM drive away the blues! Sama sama tayo sa Pasko sa SM!

All throughout November and December, come and be dazzled by these exciting Holiday surprises that await you at SM:

  1. Christmas Launches. On November 6, SM Supermalls treats everyone to a virtual, magical feast! Twelve different SM malls will light up their magnificent Christmas displays — from SM Mall of Asia and SM Megamall to SM Seaside City Cebu and SM CDO Downtown Premier! SM truly brings the magic of Christmas online through fireworks, orchestra, and whimsical characters! All the SM malls nationwide follow suit with their own magical Christmas light up on November 7 and 8. Mallgoers will be delighted with a special lighting ceremony for hope and inspiration amid the pandemic, as well as singing flash mobs, cute Christmas characters, and surprise gifts.
  1. Christmas Chorale. What’s Christmas without some music? Feel the merriments of the season by watching Holiday choir performances at select SM malls this December. Meet up with your family and friends at SM and enjoy some Holiday tunes! It will surely be an awesome experience! No need to worry because strict safety protocols are in place at SM malls, so you can just focus on the magic of the celebration.
  1. Christmas Markets. It’s the season of giving! Help MSMEs bounce back from the negative impact of the pandemic by buying your Holiday essentials and gifts at SM’s nationwide Christmas Markets from November 9 to January 3. As part of the Kasama Ng SM campaign and DTI’s Buy Local, Support Local, the Christmas Markets will feature unique local products and goods so shoppers can buy from small businesses and help them bounce forward and recover.
  1. Selfie with Santa. Don't fret - SM has made sure you won't miss your annual selfie with Santa this year! You can pose with a virtual Santa Claus safely and via augmented reality at SM. Wanna give it a try? Simply scan the AR markers located in select areas in SM malls and have a photo with virtual Santa. Don’t forget to share your Holiday snaps online to your family and friends!
  1. SM Bears of Joy. Starting November 4 until Christmas Day, SM Supermalls is giving back through its annual Bears of Joy campaign. This time around, shoppers can collect special medical frontliner Bears of Joy. Throughout the Christmas season, you can buy a pair of bears for P200.00 – one bear for you to keep and the other for charity.
  1. TikTok Fam Contest. Have fun with your family and spread some Christmas joy by joining the TikTok Fam Contest. Simply showcase your dance moves to your favorite Christmas song in your favorite SM mall and you can get a chance to win exciting prizes!

    For more information, visit www.smsupermalls.com or follow @smsupermalls on all social media platforms.



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P1,000/$20.89 (180ml)
Where to buy: Shopee 
Use my code: SUISDORO5 for 5% off 
(Sept 5 - Sept 30 only)

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Product Description: This gentle facial cleanser removes makeup and impurities in one step with pH-balanced, gel formula. made with Quinoa, this cleanser also helps calm irritation prone skin.


Natural Ingredients: Centella Asiatica, Calendula, Green Tea, Sweet Almond Oil, Humulus Lupulus & Holy Basil.


Product Review: This cleanser really removes light makeup and even bacteria from your skin and pores. It also defends my skin from UV damage and free radicals. What I like about this cleanser? It’s very lightweight and a little goes a long way for application.


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Product Description: This toner gently exfoliates, removes dead skin cells, balances oil levels, and boosts the skin tone and texture to enhance its natural glow.


Natural Ingredients: Centella Asiatica, Tea Tree, Sugar Cane, Lotus, Houttuynia & NarrowLeaf Hawkweed


Product Review: This toner totally changed my view on toners! I must say that this by far is the lightest treatment I have ever used. This has a gentle concentration of BHA that also gives a refreshing feeling after application. It also clears the skin from pollutants and bacteria deep inside my pores.


P1,400/$28.82 (30ml)
Where to buy: Shopee
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𝟑. 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐞


Product Description: Enriching the skin with artichoke extract helps to soothe, calm and deeply hydrate it, as well as enhance its natural barrier, resulting in healthier-looking skin.


Natural Ingredients: Centella Asiatica, Tea Tree, Aloe Vera, Licorice, Okra & Burdock Root


Product Review: To be honest with you, I am not a fan of using ampoules because most ampoules I have used before was too sticky for me. But this Artichoke Ampoule has no sticky feeling after application. It is also rich in antioxidants and antibacterial agents. This can also support the recovery of damaged skin barriers.


P/$ (50ml)
Where to buy: Currently Soldout (Will update this once available!)
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(Sept 5 - Sept 30 only)



𝟒. 𝐃𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐮𝐦


Product Description: Activated Niacinamide helps correct dark spots and brighten skin with plant derived Squalane to lock in moisture for glowing skin all day. 


Natural Ingredients: Squalane, Sea Buckthorn, Calendula, Orynza Sativa Bran, Papaya & Allantoin


Product: This is my third favorite on this skincare line. I love Niacinamide as an ingredient and this totally keeps my skin healthy and glowing throughout the day. This serum lightly corrects my dark spots and uneven skin tone. This also reduces sun spots and acne scars especially nowadays that I am currently having small maskne (acnes cause by surgical masks!). It can also soothe, smoothen and brighten the skin because of its natural ingredients. 


P/$ (60ml)
Where to buy: Currently Soldout (Will update this once available!)
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Product Description: A “U Zone” and “T Zone” based cream to meet your skins year round, ever-changing moisturizing needs for a youthful glow.


Natural Ingredients

Ceramide U-Zone Cream: Centella Asiatica, Sorghum, Allantoin, Purslane, Glasswort & Reed

Heartleaf T-Zone Cream: Centella Asiatica, Sage, Allantoin, Licorice, Sorghum & Rice


Product Review: This cream consists of two unique formulas that tends to any moisturizing needs of my skin. This also hydrates oily skin without giving a greasy feeling on every application. It also softens and supports some of my dry skin to have a fresh glow the next morning. 


P1,200/$27.70 (50ml)
Where to buy: Shopee
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(Sept 5 - Sept 30 only)


𝟔. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐍𝐨-𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧


Product Description: Protects skin from UVA and UVB damage while providing the healing properties of skin loving ingredients for an every day no stress life.


Natural Ingredients: Calendula, Grape, Green Tea, Chamomile, Squalane & Allantoin.


Product Review: This is my second favorite on the skincare line but why???? Hell yeah, who doesn't love sunscreens right? Sunscreens is one of my best friends in life. A lightweight, moisturizing cream that blends in castlessly. Can you imagine? Everyone can now take photos without white cast. Definitely a life saver! I use this during and as an aftercare in my skin for sun exposure. This will not give you pore-clogging effect luvs.


P/$ (100ml)
Where to buy: Currently Soldout (Will update this once available!)
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𝟕. 𝐌𝐮𝐠𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤


Product Description: This wash off mask is made of 61% Mugwort alongside six natural extracts and our advance skin technology. This mask pack restores the skin by clearing clogged pores and calming inflammation and irritation. Adzuki Bean powder gently exfoliates dead skin cells to maintain clean and radiant skin.


Natural Ingredients: Bentonite, Adzuki Bean Powder & Kelp


Product Review: Okay, so last product on this review is my top favorite on this skincare line. 

I really love this wash off mask. I swear to god, this is really a must have! It gently exfoliates and cleanses my small pores while soothing, healing and protecting my stressed and tired skin. To be honest with you, the only downside for me is that, I really don’t like Adzuki, because for some reason it gives me a weird feeling every time I scrub my face. Well maybe because I am not used to it yet. But overall, I loooove this product!


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 P40/$0.78 (each)
Where to buy: Althea Korea
Get P250off on your first order of P2,300+

Product Description: Take a fresh, juicy bite out of beauty with A'bloom masks! Get the best of all worlds with this variety pack that features all six variants of A'bloom masks for an overall, well-rounded complexion. There are 6 variety of A'Bloom Fruit Masks: Ac-Me-Peach, Sparkle-Me-Bright, Water-Me-Long, Avo-Cuddle-Me, Berry-Me-Baby and Coco-Me-Up.



Ac-Me-Peach: Peach and tea tree extracts 
Sparkle-Me-Bright: Lemon and lime extracts 
Water-Me-Long: Watermelon and lavender extracts 
Avo-Cuddle-Me: Avocado extracts and hibiscus
Berry-Me-Baby: Blueberry and pomegranate extracts
Coco-Me-Up: Coconut extracts 

Water-Me-Long - This mask that packs a punch of hydration and moisturization for waterful skin that lasts. A delicious drink for skin with watermelon extract and added lavender to calm the senses.

Avo-Cuddle-Me - This mask is rich in antioxidants to nourish and protect skin from harmful environmental factors and prevent wrinkles. Infused with avocado extracts and hibiscus for soft supple skin that glows Bottom of Form.

Sparkle-Me-Bright - This brightening mask clarifies and brightens dull skin to unveil the natural glow from within. The double dose of Vitamin C from lemon and lime extracts banishes dark spots and green tea boosts brightening while calming skin.

Ac-Me-Peach - This anti-blemish mask purifies and soothes irritated and sensitive skin. Infused with peach extracts and tea tree oil to regulate oil, balance moisture and purify for soft smooth skin.

Berry-Me-Baby - Take a fresh, juicy bite out of beauty with A'bloom's Mask! The Berry-Me-Baby version is rich in anti-aging properties to give you a bright, youthful complexion. Infused with blueberry and pomegranate extracts, this mask is soaked in an essence full of antioxidants to help repair, even out and add a radiant glow, leaving your face feeling plump, luminous and happy!

Coco-Me-Up - Take a fresh, juicy bite out of beauty with A'bloom's Mask! The Coco-Me-Up version is rich in firming and lifting properties to give you a smooth, plump complexion. Infused with coconut and tremella mushroom extracts, this mask is soaked in an essence full of collagen and vitamin E to firm, smoothen and lift sagginess, leaving you with a youthful glow!



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/a’bloom fruit masks/ — recipe for delight ✨
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P399/$7.78 (7ml)
Where to buy: Lazada Philippines

Product Description: No face-tune needed with Maybelline's SuperStay 24HR Full Coverage Concealer! This full coverage yet lightweight concealer features a precise paddle applicator that effortlessly glides the formula onto the skin for a smooth, seamless finish.
They have 6 shades available in the Philippines: Fair, Light, Light Medium, Sand, Medium and Honey.



Super Stay Full Coverage Under-Eye Concealer is a lightweight, full coverage liquid concealer. This makeup bag essential provides a lasting transformation for the under eye area. Their under eye concealer is waterproof, transfer and smudge resistant, and lasts for up to 24 hours.


Review: As you can see on the photo above, I use the Maybelline Superstay Concealer to cover my dark under eyes, pimple scars and even discoloration on my face. This new full coverage concealer really change my life. Since then, I'm really having a hard time checking out a lot of concealers in the market just to find the perfect one for me. Some concealers are too patchy or too dry when applied to my skin. But then, when Maybelline Philippines release this on Lazada, It was a dream come true. This is definitely the perfect concealer I will recommend to those people who want to cover their dark circles.




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P1,200/$23.73 (set)
Where to buy: https://hicharis.net/


Pureprep Trio is a clean, customizable and compatible skincare routine by Face Republic, made in Korea without any Alcohol, Paraben and Benzophenone, Chlorphenesin or Fragrance. A great way to start your #skincareresolutions.


Mild Cleansing Water (P299/5.91)


Product Description: A gentle cleanser formulated 'clean', This Cleansing Mild Water preps your skin by clearing it of make-up, dirt, and excess oils on your cleaning or double cleansing routine.
Mild on the skin. With Poloxamer 184, a gentle ingredient that isn't as tough as it sounds. It removes breakout-causing dirt and oils without irritating your skin and eyes. 
Free from Free-Radicals. It has antioxidants like Glycine Soja Extract, Soy Seed Extract, Vitamin E that help protect your skin from free-radicals that get i]n the way of collagen production. 
Moisturize like a "pro". With Panthenol, also known as pro-vitamin B5, to moisturize the skin, it draws water into the skin and while holding onto it.

Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Poloxamer 184, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-40  Hydrogenerated Castor Oil, Sodium Chloride, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Octanedoil, Tocopherol.


PH- Balancing Toner (P399/$7.89)


Product Description: An after-cleansing must-have for dry, oily, and sensitive skin, this Ph-Balancing Toner preps your skin by restoring its natural balance without stripping away it's natural oils.
Soothe your skin. With Allantoin, a gentle ingredient for sensitive skin that soothes and reduces skin irritation.
Keep its clean. It exfoliates with Citric Acid, which gently lifts off dead skin, leaving only a clean, smooth and fresh feeling on your skin.

Ingredients: Water, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Citrate, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol


AHA/BHA Toner (P499/$9.87)


Product Description: Skin-clearing toner that gently strips away dull, and rough skin, preps your skin bu giving it that extra TLC on those bad skin days.
Strip away the bad. It has Salicylic Acid, the gold standard for treating problem skin and Lactobionic Acid, the next gen AHA, that gently exfoliates skin without irritation.
But first, water. Known for its crazy water-holding capacity, Sodium Hyaluronate gives your skin that plump and elastic feel.
Work that E. With Tocopherolm aka Pure Vitamin E, antioxidants are put to work, protecting your skin from nasty free-radicals and against UVB rays.

Ingredients: Water, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane), Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Xanthan Gum, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactobionic Acid, Tocopherol, Salicylic Acid




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