Gift Idea: For Moms-To-Be and Moms

 

October 28.  A few days left and November is here.  
After Halloween and All Saints Day, what's in my mind is Christmas Gift Shopping!  I have to start early as I am always the last-minute-shopper kind of gal!  This year, I'll make it different.  I will shop as early as now also taking advantage of Double Digit sales on E-Commerce platforms.  

11.11 HERE I COME!

Let's start with my favorite gift ideas - for Moms and Moms-to-Be ...or JUST BECAUSE.  Because these products I recently discovered are good for EVERYONE!

Element Mom is a toxin-free skincare for pregnancy and beyond.  Based from research, this band was founded during the height of COVID Pandemic year 2020.  So this is a baby brand.  For someone who got the chance to test this out when this brand is just starting out, I am honored!

Element Mom Mega Moisturizing Stretch Marks Cream

Php1,495.00

Available at LAZADA

Innisfree Holiday Sets 2021

 

Ah, it is indeed beginning to feel like Christmas when I see my favorite skincare/makeup brands putting their bestsellers in a nice box wherein you can either just buy it straight and send it to your loved ones or hang them on your Christmas Tree!

NEW Green Holidays Green Tea Seed Serum Set

Includes Green Tea Seed Serum EX 30ml

Green Tea Balancing Lotion EX 30ml

Green Tea Balancing Skin EX 30ml

Green Tea Balancing Cream EX 20ml

NEW Green Holidays Black Tae Youth Enhancing Ampoule Set

Includes Black Tea Youth Enhancing Ampoule 30ml

Black Tea Youth Enhancing Cream 20ml

Black Tea Youth Enhancing Eye Serum 5ml

NEW Green Holidays Green Tea Seed Cream Set

Includes Green Tea Seed Cream 50ml

Green Tea Seed SKin 30ml

Green Tea Seed Essence in Lotion 30ml

Check out other Green Holidays offers at Lazada

Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

Gift Ideas to Inaanaks the New Normal Way

One “stress” that got into me recently aside from COVID-19 is the Holiday Season!  By this time of the year, we usually have gatherings and these are the times I get to see all my inaanaks.  

 

I’ve got a number of them, and I am at a lost on how to send them gifts the New Normal Way!  Thank God for PayMaya because life is easier and I’m actually almost done with my list!  

 

Today, I am here to share Gift Ideas to Inaanaks the #NewNormalWay!  If this lessened my stress, I hope it does to you as well!

 

A Christmas gathering we do yearly which we can’t do this year! 

  

Gifts from online shops

Since I do this on a yearly basis, I already know what my Godchild wants!  If not, I would ask their parents what tickle their fancy!  All  I need to do is shop these gifts online and have them delivered straight to my Godchild’s home address!  

There are so many options for gifts online – from books at Fullybooked’s website, cute outfits from Zalora, or even sweet treats from Candy Corner. What’s great is that you can pay for all this using your PayMaya virtual or physical card, or in Candy Corner’s case, using your PayMaya mobile number. 

I love the convenience PayMaya brings to my transactions, which I can finish from the comforts of my home!

 

Aguinaldo via PayMaya.

From a kid to a teenager.  I honestly do not know what my teenager inaanak wants nowadays!  In Chinese culture, we love to send “Angpaos” or red envelopes with money inside.  

 

For the New Normal way, I would easily send aguinaldo via the “Send Money” or “Bank Transfer” feature of PayMaya app!  This way, I can be assured my inaanak will be able to spend this virtual money to something he/she really wants!

 

Sending money is so easy and hassle-free, 
you only need to know your inaanak’s PayMaya mobile number. 
 Tip: If your inaanak is still very young to have her own app, send Virtual aguinaldo through their parents!  You can also send money from PayMaya to banks, so it’s super easy!

  

Gifts a Little Greener with The Body Shop

 

“It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas” - humming this tune again and again as I type this post. 

It is December 1 tomorrow so I am preparing as much as I can gifts for my loved ones!  

It isn’t difficult nowadays to show our loved ones how much we love and appreciate them with gifts we can purchase online.

THE BODY SHOP is no exception!  The brand that I depend on when I want a “no-fail make your recipient smile” kind of gift! 

This year’s line-up is getting better and better.  The Body Shop seems to top their own sets yearly!  This year, they made their gifts a little greener with their packaging reduced by in excess of 80 tonnes compared with their 2019 collection cutting over 40 tonnes of paper and over 7 tonnes of plastic!  For a brand to continuously challenge themselves, I am here to continuously Support them!

Aside from sustainable Christmas, better check out their special edition seasonal scents!  Meet this year’s line-up of Special Edition festive fragrances: 

NEW WINTER JASMINE: Their first floral fragrance for Christmas.  Winter Jasmine is a modern twist on the winter wreath.  Fresh, crisp and white as a winter’s morning.

FESTIVE BERRY: Fragrantly fruity, gloriously tangy.  The Festive Berry body care range is back!

WARM VANILLA: back by popular demand, this is an addictively sweet fragrance smells like sugar and spice and all things nice.  This scent is very...CHRISTMAS no matter where you are in the world.

All vegan, all nourishing for our body!  I can’t wait to send some love to my loved ones this Christmas even if we’re mostly staying at home without physical gathering!

For more information visit thebodyshop.com.ph and follow them on Instagram and Facebook.

 Keep smilin'

Stay happy!

 

#ImDreamingOf The Body Shop

Last Thursday, I attended the store relaunch of The Body Shop at SM Mall Of Asia.  The Body Shop is close to my heart for so many reasons ---

• I started Beauty Blogging talking about The Body Shop products because their products are kind to my skin.
• The brand supports advocacies I strongly believe in.
• Their store has testers widely available for you to try and friendly staffs to assist you if you have problem.

And the store looks even better today!  

And this Holiday season is no exception!  With the Christmas filled goodies, all my 5 senses were dancing with joy during my SM MOA store visit.

It is indeed a Season for Special Edition Sets!  I am loving the Rich Plum series!

Check out the price list of these Christmas Stuffers!

#MerryClinique Christmas Gift Sets

I have loved Clinique since the day I started Blogging.

If you don't believe me, you can easily click this link and you'll see that the brand and I go way back!

So if you ask me, I won't hide the fact that receiving a Clinique Gift Set for Christmas Gift will definitely make me happy!  And I'm sure a lot of you would feel the same, am I right?

Every year, Clinique's Holiday Shop called Merry Clinique opens its' doors for you to shop their limited-edition holiday gifts!  And these gift sets aren't just pretty to look at, they are more affordable with approximately 25-51% savings!  I am serious!

Several sets you can choose from!

My #LittleDapitan Finds Located at Ayala Cloverleaf

Who would've thought a busy mom like me were able to shop for Christmas gift giving as early as October?

FIRST TIME IN HISTORY (I would say!)  Because I am a huge crammer when it comes to Christmas Gifts Shopping.  Thankful with the grand opening of Little Dapitan located at Balintawak (a few steps away from Ayala Cloverleaf Mall), with over 20 stalls that offers unique Christmas gifts from home decors, furniture, bags, wallets, etc... at a bargain price - who can say no to that?

I know I mentioned I will write about my "finds" but guess what?  I actually rounded up everything I see that caught my attention and I think will also spark your interest because each booth offers something unique and you'll definitely find something for EVERYONE!

My eyes were fixed to all these Christmas Decors - these can be used on Christmas Trees or you can even find decors to be displayed on living room or dining area!

Merry Green Christmas from Innisfree!

When it is the season of giving and receiving, it is very easy to forget our less fortunate brothers and sisters.  So one brand Innisfree sets a reminder to everyone that we must not let them feel forgotten - especially the children.

Innisfree launched the Green Christmas Campaign globally year 2010 and worked with local organizations to provide gifts to underprivileged kids in hopes of filling their hearts with some holiday cheer.  

Since Innisfree launched and opened formally in Manila last November, they are quick to spread Happiness with Love with the help of Merry Green Christmas!  And this is a joint effort between the brand and us consumers!  Are you ready to be part of this?

Decorate your own Innisfree Stockings (Php500.00 per kit) and a portion of all DIY Holiday Stocking Kit proceeds will go to a local charity organization.  There are 3 colors to choose from - Red, Green and White.

And here's an even better news.  Since we're talking about Holiday shopping and maybe you wanted to go on a trip to the first Innisfree store in Manila (SM Mall of Asia) to purchase items for yourself.  You may as well get the Holiday Limited Edition items and get the DIY KIT at a discounted price of Php100.00.  

The Gift For HIM

Mr. AMW is one of the simplest guy I know.  Out of 22 years we are together as BF/GF and Husband and Wife, I never hear him "want something".  Well, food makes him happy, that explains all my AMW recipes.  But when it comes to special occasions gift-giving, I honestly find it hard to surprise him because he is never into material things, he always exclaim: "I don't need it, I have enough!"

But because I'm an investigator by heart *laughs*, I have been observing him for years, simple gadgets make him happy!  A "giveaway powerbank" would excites him, a nice earphone that fits his ear like a glove puts a smile on his face as he enjoys watching his animes and series at night when our son sleeps.

Thankful that I have friends from agency who updates me on new brands and products, I learned that there are special Christmas treats from Promate that I think Mr. AMW would love --- and probably your special someone too!

Promate, the global leader in consumer electronic accessories for mobile, tablet andcomputers, recently launched its Special Christmas Treat at National Bookstore andPowerbooks.

Gift That Matters with Ogalala

When it comes to gift-giving for kids this holiday season, I go for the easy-yet-meaningful route.  I message the moms and ask what their kids want and what they approve so the gift I will be gifting will Matter to both the recipient and the parents!

Thankfully, Ogalala Concept Store, my favorite kids' store because the toys they offer are perfect for developing young minds.  I have always been a fan of The Learning Journey, National Geographic and wide range of Crayola shades!  I have been a loyal Ogalala shopper even way before I was invited for the launch!

But the launch day was even better, because I ended up shopping for Kyle's classmates and my inaanaks because a lot of their items were on SALE!  (Ahh, I just love that huge RED sign with that 4 -letter word!)

Banila Co. Christmas Gift Ideas

So Banila Co. launched in Manila last year and the brand was in steady-mode for quite some time.  Then, when I passed by their branch at Robinsons Manila branch as I was rushing to complete my Holiday Shopping list turned into a Store Photo-Op because the brand changed not only the look of the store but the packaging and even pricing!  

The all-new Banila Co now comes in sleeker and more modern packaging and more product choices especially on skincare! 

So, I had to take a photo on the "I Woke Up Like This" station even if I really look like I literally woke up and walked straight into the store --- in rubber shoes!

Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas: Take A Peek On What Makes Me Happy!

I know my Christmas Shopping Ideas pop in and out like a mushroom!  I'm so sorry for that!  As you can obviously see and feel, I am on a panic mode, most of the gifts have been wrapped and sent but I still have a long way to go!  Relatives, friends and more gatherings are still pouring in!  This made me realize, I have good amount of friends!  #hahahaha

Anyways, I've been receiving gifts here and there too!  I want to thank friends and companies whom I met through years of blogging for spoiling me with gifts!  And even though I have enough makeup , skincare products and just ENOUGH GIFTS in general, I still find myself opening up each gift like a kid!  And you may want to take a peek on what made me happy and giddy this season and maybe, you can look at this list as a cheat sheet for your last minute Christmas Gift Ideas.

Photo taken from Strip Ministry of Waxing

Laneige Milky Way Fantasy Holiday Collection

(IG: @laneigeph FB: https://www.facebook.com/laneigephilippines)

The best-selling Water Sleeping Mask is housed in a limited edition holiday packaging!  You may have friends who are a fan of this sleeping mask and he/she will definitely appreciate the new packaging!  Aside from that, you may include Two Tone Shadow Bars which are mostly "holiday colors", shimmery without the glitters!  Will definitely share more looks and photos of these Two Tone Shadow Bars soon!

Marbotic Smart Letters Review

Marbotic, is actually called a Tech Toy With A Soul, and I understand why!

Now before you raise your brow (or two brows) on me, I have always been straightforward in saying, I let Kyle Nash play gadgets, only with supervision and with limited time frame!  I, as a Millenial parent (ahem!) understand how we are in a digital world!  And as much as we love to put our kids in a bubble of "traditional games", they ARE growing up in a tech-savvy world and once or twice in their life, they will really look into gadgets like tablets and will want to explore and tinker them!  As much as I've done my part limiting him to only using iPad when we're out in a restaurant or when we're waiting in Hospitals, I also like to reward him iPad time when he's a good boy!  Thankfully, there are so many educational apps out there and I'm lucky my son is into those!

Recently, I was introduced to  - tech toys with a soul. 

 These are designed by teaching experts and developed in France, Smart Letters and Smart Numbers brings the best of physical and digital play together to stimulate creativity and imagination. Beautifully crafted, Montessori-inspired wooden letters and numbers interact with iPad tablets and 3 free educational apps to help children learn to read and write as well as count and calculate. Simply stamp the wooden pieces on the tablet’s screen, and let the magic happen!

Let Me Help You Curate Your Own Cathy Doll Golden Gift Box

So you all know I'm still rushing for Christmas gift-giving!  I've been stuck in traffic several hours daily so I may as well save YOU time and energy to think of what to give for your "kikay" friends, girlfriends, siblings or just anyone you wishes to be happy this Christmas.

I just came from Cathy Doll Philippines office and learned something exciting before the year ends.  You may grab this Limited Edition Cathy Doll Golden Gift Box for FREE if you purchase any Cathy Doll products worth Php1,500.00!  

That is worth every single penny because the gift box itself costs a lot!  Very durable and made of good quality!

Now here's some Cathy Doll items suggestions, feel free to grab all Cathy Doll items you want and maybe split this up?  You save up so much and made a lot of your friends EXTREMELY HAPPY!  #tipidTipsFromTitaAMW

AMW Gift Ideas: Hottest Gadgets in 2017!

We may look like girls who get together to talk about makeup and beauty, but one thing you should know, it's not always the case!  We actually have so much more in common than just makeup, skincare and clothes!  We actually are into "gadgets" that's why we are all present at the Digits Christmas Party for Media Friends and Bloggers.  Digits, is the company behind our favorite gadget store Digital Walker!  Thanks to "tech curator" and CEO Charles Paw for inviting us because we had so much fun learning the hottest gadgets for the coming year!

Photo taken by Jeff Lo of www.pinoyfitness.com

As much as YOU AND ME would like to say: "I want them all!"  I made everything easier for you when it comes to "tech shopping".  Here are just some of the gift-giving ideas for our gadget lovers out there!

If you have friends who are sporty and active 

Fitbit Charge 2 (Php8,490.00)

An upgrade from the most popular fitness wristband.  Its PurePulse heart rate tracking helps the better calorie burns and maximized workouts.  Aside from that, you can also take a snapshot of your cardio fitness level.  This is also equipped with SmartTrack advanced exercise recognition, guiding deep-breathing sessions with heart rate visualizations and cues for better breathing pace.

AMW Gift Ideas: For the Make Up Learners and Lovers

Christmas day is less than 10 days away!  I seriously haven't really gotten the chance to sit down and breathe, but I'm not complaining here, my year 2016 is such a wonderful year I don't mind repeating this all over again for 2017!

Now, are you done with your Christmas shopping?  I know I am still cramming for a couple of get-together and reunions!  So I'm definitely panicking (a bit!)  Thankfully, there are a couple of ideas I can share..this time, for our Make Up Loving friends and those who plan to study make up artistry too!

If you haven't seen on my social media posts, well, I have to repeat this again, to celebrate Benefit's 5th Birthday in the Philippines, they are offering 20% off ON ALL PRODUCTS (Except gift sets) until December 18, 2016 (Sunday)  And our favorite HOOLA products are on 50% off!  So please hurry and stock up on your favorite Benegoodies!  

On top of my head, I am definitely stocking up on ---

• Benefit That Gal Primer
• Benefit 3D Brow Tones
• Benefit POREfessional Balm
• Benefit Gimme Brow
• Benfit Hello Flawless Oxygen WOW powder and liquid foundation

Now if you want a huge surprise for a friend who plans to study make up artistry, you may want to look into Pro Studio Beauty Exclusive Concealer/Corrector Palettes.

AMW Gift Ideas: For the Fruit Lovers

Hey AMW Friends! 

Just a couple of days before Christmas!  Are you panic-shopping?  I know I am! 

That's why I'm inserting some Christmas Gift Ideas every now and then because I know how hard it is to think of simple yet meaningful gifts!

Gift-giving doesn't have to be complicated, you only need to understand the "wants and likes" of the recipient and the shopping will come easier!

Now, for those who don't know, my blood may be 90% COFFEE but I'm actually a tea drinker!  So receiving a "tea bag" set for the holidays made my heart jump for joy!  Especially if it was nicely packaged like this one from Basilur and best of all?  They have fruit flavored tea!  Who loves Black Tea with Fruits?  (ME!)

Basilur carries the Lion Logo - Symbol of quality teas produced and packed in Sri Lanka.  The name "Ceylon Tea' and the famous lion logo that goes with it indicates that the tea grown, manufactured and packed entirely in Sri Lanka conforming to the strict quality standard laid down and administered by the Sri Lanka Tea Board.

Going Wild This Christmas with The Body Shop

Every year, I look forward to The Body Shop Christmas Offerings because of so many reasons!  One of them is...

The packaging are visually enticing, (1) I don't need to worry about wrapping them again because I can literally purchase them in store and give it to the recipient by just writing a personal message/note. (2)  All The Body Shop items you purchase are forever against animal testing, so animal lovers like YOU and ME can breathe a sigh of relief because our cute cuddly animals are safe!



(3) In EVERY The Body Shop event, I learn to love the brand more and more.  Why?  Because they help give up to mother nature with your purchase of "kikayness".

And just when you thought there's no more exciting news as I listed above...well, The Body Shop this year cooks up something even more exciting!  So exciting my Facebook friends are messaging me asking me for more details!  Guys, this is it....

AMW Gift Ideas: Gift of Sight and Color

Hey AMW friends!  It's the month of December and we have a couple of days left before Christmas!  Are you panic-gift-shopping?  I SUPER AM!

I've been busy for the whole year (you're probably rolling your eyes now mustering --- "obviously"!)  Well, one thing that I hate doing is to shop especially when I have an active toddler with me!  So most of the gift-gifting list that I do are quite friendly not only on the pocket, but for busy-beees!

In between beauty, fashion, mommy and food talks, I will be inserting "AMW Gift Ideas" every now and then so please watch out for it!  And who knows?  I will also be announcing a winner from random commenter to receive a "Care Package from AMW!"  Because...it's Christmas!  I feel like ...giving!

So back to the first gift idea for the year 2016 --- the Gift of Sight and Color.

I almost screamed for joy when I received these gift certificates from a good Blogger Friend.

Okay, I looked "stoic" but I was screaming deep inside.  This friend of mine knew how much I got converted into using colored contacts on special events, photoshoots, etc....

That's me, with only 1 hour of sleep wearing FreshLook^®Color Contact Lens in Brown.  It may not look like I'm wearing anything but it made my eyes look a bit bigger and more alive, since I'm literally dying inside!  *laughs*

Last Minute Christmas Gift-Giving Guide..Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas AMW Friends!  Christmas day today and just like me, some of you are probably  juggling to finish your shopping list!  For the past 2 years, I find myself more productive when I shop during Christmas season!  Imagine the sale (got Christmas Tree for 50% off!), the lesser traffic and lesser mall crowds! 

I realized, I just gave away my secret!  *hahaha*  Sorry godchildren, that's the reason why your ninang is always late in gift-giving!

So because I have a couple of hours left before I need to wrap gifts (again!), I will share some of my instant-gift giving finds that I personally would love to receive!  Are you ready?

Gift Idea #1 Makeup/Skincare Gift Sets

 Estee Lauder brand has always been a WINNER in terms of gift sets!  No matter how much make up I own at the moment, these never fail to make me jump for joy!

Just like this set!

Includes: