Artista Academy: The Grand Faceoff Happens October 27!

I was not mistaken to have supported a very promising program. I didn't know that much of any program of TV5 to begin with other than the one I watched ages ago (Tropang Trumpo Levels). They have become one of the most formidable stations today. Up in arms with both GMA and ABSCBN they knew they had to have their own pool of artists and not just set themselves on fire every time they had to get some from other stations.Thus, Artista Academy was born.

But now, these guys are full blown Artistas set to conquer what they have sought for these past few months. Who could ever forget the auditions where almost 13,000 hopefuls thought they could become one of these guys and gals? They are now in the running to become the Best Actor and Best Actress; with a 20 Million purse aside from their title as the first winners of Artista Academy!

Their names and faces were just immortalized in the first ever issue of Artista Magazine which was inserted in major newspapers last Monday. That was an epic way to start the week. Just look at how much they just loved their covers when they were presented with copies of it that afternoon.

Gracing the front cover of it ain't that bad huh? =)

Direk Mac Alejandre just couldn't contain how happy and proud he is of these people. He laments anyone from this group can actually win it because they are all deserving. They have all sacrificed a lot in reaching this far and with the performances they've done so far it has been one of the most fulfilling thing they have done. The journey back home this past week made them realize how popular they are. The long motorcades, the full jam packed places they performed in, the proud relatives and friends that still put their support behind them, it's all a good reminder of how much sacrifice they have put in on this program... best of all their dreams!

Even Ms. Wilma Galvante has high hopes for these final 6 contestants.She knows how much these guys and gals have worked their way to what they have now. They all have star quality and they just needed the break. This is the chance to prove themselves worthy of the title. They have big plans for these good looking artists which are true blue full blooded TV5 artists.

Mark Neumann who almost didn't make it to the 6 scholars and Shaira Mae Dela Cruz who kept on improving these past few weeks seem to be the dark horse in this competition. They have all been able to maintain the momentum. I am rooting for Mark as you may have read in the couple of articles I did for Artista Academy. He's a good guy and I saw how he's fighting for this. Shaira Mae on the other hand did a phenomenal job the last time in her latin number. That performance alone I think gave her this spot she's enjoying. Will they win this all the way? We're gonna find out on October 27, 2012 at the SMART Araneta Coliseum!

Vin Abrenica and Sophie Albert. Vin has been really working this from the start. With all the expectations and small talks comparing him and his more famous brother hasn't been a topic throughout the competition. Though he has received nothing but happy support from his brother, Vin did a good job and it has been evident in some of the exams he's been topping. Sophie's not even far behind. She's got one of the prettiest faces in the competition and it has been no surprise she's doing good in exams too. I don't think she's ever been in the bottom and she's got nothing but the full support of her parents, siblings and friends. I am witness to that too because I frequent the studios and seeing them all clad in lighted Minnie Mouse ears and fancy paraphernalia every week must have been so hard for her supporters. Will this pay off in the end? Will they become the Best Actor and Best Actress for Artista Academy? Find out on October 27, 2012! Make sure you attend the last night of competition at the SMART Araneta Coliseum!

Darling of the crowd and darling of the press Chanel and Akihiro has proven to be a formidable foe in this competition. Everybody fears when they battle it out with these two because as far as star quality is concerned, these two just have it. With his strong Asian looks and those eyes that can melt any lady staring at him, this guy just makes the crowd go wild in every way, shape or form. He's like a small Bong Revilla, or maybe Robin Padilla... he exudes that vibe whilst Chanel on the other hand is just the sweetest! She even recognized me from a crowd which doesn't happen when stars and I collide. She's never condescending and makes it a point to always have that attention when asked questions. She's smart, classy yet down to earth. Performance wise, acting has been their strong points and their faces are just on that level. Will they be the winner? Will they get Best Actor and Best Actress trophies in the biggest contest in the history of Philippine Television? Make sure you watch Artista Academy this October 27, 2012 and rush to SMART Araneta Center for the grand finals night! 

As for me... I'll vote for this guy first!

  

 

 Who's your bet? Who are you gonna vote for? =)

 

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Flawless: Launches Flaunt, New Website and Social Media Channels

When I hear Flawless, I usually shy away from it because believe it or not I don't go to facial centers and I find it too girly to do so. Men I think for most of the time are low maintenance. Even though it doesn't show that I need one, it's haunting me for the longest time that I even consider that good looking ones like me kinda need help too (hehe). Finding reputable ones like Flawless for my first consultation is nothing but the right choice. The doctor was IN!

She took time explaining the common skin problems and tried to analyze what our skin conditions were too. We were probably like smorgasbord,  but the good thing is they give us the necessary advise on how to actually choose the product that would be the perfect match for our skin. I had so many questions but Doctor Cu gamely answered them for me. I had normal T zone problems just like any guy, but I don't use sunblock. She said I should always make it a habit to do so because unprotected skin would just age fast and get damaged by UV rays. I know it was something I should do but I didn't pay attention to it that much because people have been noticing I look young for my age. But I think she's got a point that if I take care of it, I would have looked better than what I do now. Thanks for that Doc! =)

Their facilities were at par with world standards. You can also opt for the more private rooms if you don't want everybody to see you get overhauled. Price points are way cheaper than normal aesthetic centers but they never compromise quality. That's exactly what they wanted to be, affordable yet you get the best services and products on this side of the world.

If you've got a certain type of skin, they have the right product for you. Whether you are Oily, Acne prone, Dry, etc. they have it on stock in all their stores. Check this out!

They also have some international brands on their shelves!

Both ISKIN and Cosmelan are brands that have been used by stars here and abroad. They've got them all at FLAWLESS and they whispered to me some of the names :) ahh so that's why!

I thought I saw the frontman of the internationally acclaimed group Simply Red but he didn't sing this time. He's the gorgeous looking Business Manager Drew Mendoza who told us about their operations in the Philippines. He also mentioned why Flawless relaunched their website to something more interactive, sleeker and cleaner now.

The menu's easier to navigate, the sub menus are also organized to skin conditions and there's also the online store so you can probably order if you don't have a Flawless branch near you. They ship in more places worldwide so make sure you come visit if you want your skin be a tad better; or if you don't have it yet!

Marketing Manager Ms. Pat Mendoza says Flawless knows that the market needs avenues to approach an establishment like them. They know the importance of social media so they had all of them covered. Saying this is their NEW VOICE! They extended their reach and veer away from the usual old style advertising. Now it's more personal and they find more gain interacting with their customers real time.

To launch their new E-Magazine, they got Enzo Pineda that evening too! Gorgeous and looking dapper in his outfit he took time to say hi to everyone that evening. Girls, Ladies, secure your panties.

Enzo Pineda had several favorite treatments and products with Flawless, that's why he's stayed a very good endorser for the clinic. He's got nothing but good words with them and the people behind it.

And look who dropped by who also covered the event! Equally Flawless Icy Mendoza.

Their office was really posh and nice too. A great place to train aesthetics professionals (which lasts 90 days) the greatest facilities and products, you can't go wrong with Flawless and they've showed that in a grand way. Congratulations to Flawless, Flaunt and to everyone who made this event possible. I really enjoyed having my skin checked, not as normal as other people might say but it was definitely good for me!

For more information

Here are their contact details:

Forever Flawless Face and Body Center, Inc.
11F One Corporate Center
Dona Julia Vargas Avenue
Corner Meralco Avenue
Ortigas Center, Pasig City
Tel. No. +6325846807
http://www.flawless.com.ph