On Soaps, Shampoos and Shower Gels: Men Should Smell Like Men

You are better than you think you are. No one said it is easy, but we all have to know the difference between grooming products for men and women. Sometimes you just feel we live in a world where people would want to kill us with fluff, flowers and pink stuff, not that it's bad for us but there's a huge difference in our physiological and biological makeup. Our hair might be made with the same things but the daily abuse, use, wear and tear is just on a different level. Our activities are different and if nobody admits we too need special care, that would be a sad life.

I was browsing the grocery of Mercury Drug a couple of days ago with my Mum and Dad and saw these products on the shelf. While they were signing their senior citizen discounts and I bought a couple cans of pineapple juice as I was a bit under the weather (long story) and saw ToppCock on the way to the counter. It's a line specially made for the male form of which the last one I tried was ToppCock Silver on my article here. This time I'm trying the Mint Soap, the Hydromax Invigorating Shampoo (Mint Lavender) and the All In One Shower Gel (which I have tried before).

The Mint Soap was marvelous. It didn't need a promise of 99.9 percent germ removal to make it feel good while in the shower. You feel clean and it smells so good. I like that the mint wasn't too harsh because the last thing that you need when the water from the shower is already cold is also mint to ruin the experience. So it's like hitting two birds with one stone, that's good yeah?!

The Hydromax Invigorating Shampoo on the other hand has Mint and Lavender. If you're a man and want to feel fresh and clean without smelling like a bouquet of flowers when you get out of the shower, you just have to put it in a subtle way. That's what this is. Like the soap, the mint isn't really too harsh either. I think they got this right during production which is a good thing.

I like the Shower Gel. It's like fresh pine. This got emptied in like 3 days because apparently everybody else at home liked it a LOT. It's like those really good perfumes for men mixed with it but I won't tell what brand LOL. Anyway, I think if you're looking for something cool, perhaps keep like a staple in your bath, this would be it. I assure you, it's something you would mistake as something only expensive designers would make. It's affordable too so you know what this means? You should get it too!

Take it in, because I'm sure event the women can relate to that. They wouldn't want the men to use what's designed for women right? That thought alone is beautiful, it means something and it's real. It will feel right because it's proper, and proud!

Again, you should go to the nearest Mercury Drug outlets and get yourself some ToppCock. Be a great example to the men in your age group. Take care of yourself buddy!

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Vina Morales for "Vina at 30"

It's been 30 years since Ms. Vina Morales has joined show-business and it's about time she celebrates it with the people that she love, and those that have been instrumental in making her the success that she is today. She's going to have a concert this October 14, 2016 8PM at the KIA Theater and she's not holding back. She's going to make it worth your time from the moment she opens the show until it ends with guests and co performers that you'll also love!

"Vina at 30" is her way of giving thanks, she wants it to be fun and she wants all that love her to be there. Vina says "I did showgirl years back and had Georcelle choreograph that. I'll be doing a prod with Gary, the cute Ogie Alcasid, some light songs with Daniel Padilla, and my family Shaina and Ceana. I will also have Robin Padilla, it was hard to make him say yes and our supporters would love that. Robin and I are thankful that despite of our own respective lives, we have that kilig for the fans when we look at each other. 30 years personally has changed me a lot, in my career, I am so blessed and I make sure to give my best even if I have small roles, I still make them feel I work a lot for it. The time alone is an achievement, after the concert maybe I'll be promoting my album with Star Records. I'll also have concert tours in other countries and I'm looking forward to put up more businesses with my friends because there's a lot we want to do still. There are a lot of shows already in KIA Theater and I'm happy, fulfilled to have that and celebrate it with you." 

"I am taken by Mark, I'm always wishing for the best with our relationship, I'm leaving it all to God and not force things, I'm always hoping for the best. I'm happy my friends are here, to make me feel who I am in these 30 years. If you want to work, love the people that you're with, you're going to stay in the business. Ceana can sing, but she's shy so I hope she gets over that."

She adds "I really wanted to sing, but never had channels to go to them. I sang in different provinces when I was a teen ager, I hope I had the chance to have that before I was discovered. There were no reality shows before. I probably have done a lot, i just hope this one would just have some twists so you always see something new. There are new artists that are great, like Sarah Geronimo, they're very talented now but the new ones really have to polish it. My secret is not really secret, it's the love for the craft, I learn from suggestions so I listen to people personal or career wise. You need to watch your attitude with co workers, if you turn diva you will never make it. I used to feel the times I were in Viva that the intrigues were really tough, I was affected then, but it's better now and I would just laugh at it because I thought those were already hard compared to what I am experiencing now."

"For 30 years I haven't been very showbiz or on intrigues just so they talk about me or use my name, I don't answer back or fight with anyone. When you do need to fight back, I just always wait for the right time and now I have a good lawyer for cases and those that will come. That's what give me courage especially my daughter."

October 14 will be a good night to celebrate, thanks to PLDT Home DSL, Ystilo Salon, San Miguel Corporation, Splash Corporation, Aficionado, Salu Restaurant, Chivs Lounge Bar, Bench, Nice Day Coffee, Ideal Vision and Philip Dizon Photography for making her concert Vina at 30 possible. You cab get tickets at DSL Events Production (02) 659 3474, (0918) 563781, (0933) 519 8118 or their website www.dsleventsandproductionhouse.com or Ticketnet at 9115555 www.ticketnet.com.ph. It is Directed by Johnny Manahan and Choreographed by Teacher Georcelle of GFORCE.

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Say "Ein Prost!" At The 78th Oktoberfest At Sofitel Manila

Gentlemen from The German Club Philippines and GM of Sofitel Manila Mr. Adam Laker (in suit).

There's no party when you're alone, but when you party with about 200 people merrymaking on top of tables and chairs with tons of food and beer, that's what you call OKTOBERFEST!

The German Club is celebrating their 78th Oktoberfest in Sofitel Manila and the most authentic one at that. In Munich, at 12 PM of the first Saturday of October, they start a ceremonial toast and they give the first pint to the Prime Minister of Bavaria. They did it too in Sofitel to start the ceremonies.

Sofitel's GM Adam Laker promises Germans and Filipinos will enjoy a full Bavarian Menu, tons of Sausages and Pork Knuckles, the best Saurkraut and each year it gets better. Different games, parties, it's also the people that gets this a larger crowd each year. No leather pants required but of course it's optional!

I even joined a game with contestants from the German community and press people, I won. I won last 2014 and didn't join 2015 (because I was too shy LOL), but it's good I got this one in the bag!

Fellow bloggers, writers from Manila's best magazines and influencers are all in attendance. I was already tipsy at this time from chugging a whole liter of beer for the Philippines haha!

This year's OKTOBERFEST will happen at Sofitel Manila's Harbor Tent on October 7 and 8! This is their 78th Year which only shows this has been a LONG tradition. You may book your tickets via email at reservations@germanclub.ph. You can also call (02) 894 2899. I assure you, this is one of the best parties, a legit Oktoberfest at that. Dance, drink all evening, enjoy the best Bavarian dishes, sausages, pretzels and the company of Germans who chose to work and live here in Manila and say EIN PROSIT!

To end this post, let me share my blogger friend Azrael's video of the event featuring me in the Beer Drinking Contest! Hahah don't judge!

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(P.S. All unlabeled photos in this article came from the German Club in Manila Philippines Facebook Page and not mine)

The Great American Burger Joint

I haven't been able to go to SM Supercenter Pasig for ages and a lot has definitely changed in a couple of years. I used to work in the nearby Eastwood district but have left and never looked back. Now I miss a lot of things especially the lovely food I used to enjoy after office hours or when I can grab a quick lunch. See, there's this place inside the SM Supercenter Pasig called The Great American Burger Joint (or you can call it The Burger Joint). Although they've got good name recall I haven't really heard of them yet or what they have to offer. Being a huge burger lover myself, it just was music to my ears to hear that they have huge servings of lovely, legit American Beef burgers. It's a dream to actually have something done right and this might be a good spot to have that.

The Burger Joint (as what most people call the place) is a child project of entrepreneur partners and Chef Allan Geonzon who are veterans of the Food Truck scene in the US. They brought the love for food in the Philippines and felt this was the opportune time to introduce great American food to the market. We love it to start with, but having great servings at very friendly prices is not a common sight in restaurants in Manila. Since it's placed near the Tiendesitas area, office workers, dog lovers, and families would probably benefit from having The Great American Burger Joint in this location. It's a bit of a drive from GMA QC area but they've got tons of things to make you feel the trip to the East of Manila worth it.

Loaded Nachos - You've got a heaping serving of crunchy nachos topped with premium ground beef, chili, sour cream, tomatoes, onions, tons of cheese, parsley and Watermelon salsa. It's a fresh take on the usual beer chow and you're going to love the bits of watermelon in the mix. It made the thing be a bit on the sweet side, perfect for those who wish to have something to munch while talking amongst friends and family. It's filling, and you'll feel you're not shortchanged pricewise, and sizewise.

The Southwestern Burger - This is my personal favorite. It's got caramelized onions, grilled beef patty, melted cheese and a very deep smoky flavor. If I were to choose something that you should try, it would definitely be this.

Juicy Lucy - When you've got a dream burger, it usually starts like this. For an all American, mouthwatering, jaw dropping experience, you should try the Juicy Lucy. It's got a half pound beef patty stuffed with cheese inside, then topped with cheese sauce, their house sauce, Bacon, lettuce, pickles, tomatoes and onions. It's good, huge, totally worth every penny.

The WTF Burger - If you can dream it, they can build it. It's a burger with almost everything on it. Imagine two quarter pound Angus patties, double serving of bacon, double cheese, plus a beer battered tomato slab on top. They also put a freshly baked potato chip and a special home made garlic aioli. If that was a mouthful to describe, it's a challenge to just take a bite but who's stopping you?

The Buffalo Classic - I love it old school. It's the classic Buffalo wings that's tangy and hot. They also bring it out fresh, tossed lightly right after a session with the fryer. Their sour cream was just the best thing for it too. Order a Maltshake to hose it down as it really would bite you. I'd go back for this too!

The Burger Joint also had us try their home made Maltshakes. It's thick and creamy. They also used cakes, cookies, berries, salted pretzels, marshmallows, local chocolates, imported ones just to make it your dream drink. They had us try these even if it wasn't in the menu yet so YOU have a lot to look forward to in a couple of months. I loved the last one the most as it's like a circus, pretty colorful and they used the local chocolates quite well in the drink. I won't mind going back just for that.

So go and visit them today at The Great American Burger Joint in SM Supercenter Pasig. They are on the right side of the building right across Transcom. It's also accessible from C5 so just come up Tiendesitas for parking then walk across the street, it's there. The burgers here are good, pretty messy when you eat, but that's exactly what you need to experience when you want a great burger. They're certainly not holding back on flavor, ingredients and if you're looking for something new, you might regret NOT going there!

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