AQUAFINA Launch with Pia Wurtzbach

If you normally see this in shelves of convenience stores, gas stations and groceries in the US, South American or European countries, then you're lucky. We don't have this in the Philippines yet so when their launch happened a few days ago, I knew it was going to be big. 

Yes ladies and gentlemen, AQUAFINA, the world's best selling water brand is now in the Philippines.

Ms. Melai Javier of PepsiCo says "We know you want quality and credibility even with bottled water. Now it's time Filipinos experience pure water from Aquafina. Each person is best at what they do, Aquafina prides itself to be the best selling water brand in the world and in a way, we want to inspire you to become your best self! We also know we need to be represented by not just the best in the world, but by the universe so we got Ms. Pia Wurtzbach as our endorser."

Pia knows how to stand out, to persevere and become the universe's best. She also had us in small interviews, I think I did absolutely awesome in the video they showed that evening. I cringed but when they applauded it felt like a certain boost to my ego, I wasn't even thinking about what I was saying that time but it felt good. Haha!

Now you can get these bottles in supermarkets nationwide. Get them for Php10-Php24 SRP. Go to Facebook.com/aquafinaph for more information. 

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OXYGEN Releases Rolling Stones, RUN DMC and Bowie Collection

I'm sure you have one or more Oxygen pieces in your closets right now. Well, the well known streetwear brand has just released their most stylish collection involving great music icons Rolling Stones, Run DMC and David Bowie. These are official licensed merchandise which they featured in a grand way at the SM Mega Fashion Hall today. 

Mind you they've got 12 styles per artist, which means there's a lot of variety with the tees, pullovers, hoodies and jackets. Prices range from Php 499 to Php 1299 so nothing's gonna break the bank. Aside from little old minor blogger like me, some models, celebrities and other VIP's got treated to early shopping privileges right at the mall's activity center (center of SM Mega Fashion Hall), beside the huge Christmas Tree. 

Oh by the way if you're in the area please make sure you drop by the pop up store because Donny Pangilinan, Kiana Valenciano and Mauri Loosli will perform in front of audiences at 5 PM and tomorrow a meet and greet. By then, it's open to the public! 

For more information about the clothes, like and follow their social media channels Facebook.com/oxygenclothing, Twitter.com/oxygenclothing and Instagram.com/oxygenclothing. These are available in the Philippines and Vietnam so go get them now!

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Outstanding Laundry Technologies: Lagoon Advanced Care Systems

Fast, easy and green... that's the vision. With the release of the Electrolux line 5000, Electrolux Professional is pushing for technologies for equipment that is delicate on fabrics, gentle on the environment and something that would change the business. This Lagoon Adavnced Care is ergonomic, sustainable and that treats clothes well. This is a wet solution, but doesn't use harsh chemicals so even if you use less water, you don't compromise the efficiency and quality of cleaning clothes. This is an alternative to dry cleaning.

Dave Arboleda says "We are a stones throw away from Araneta Coliseum, you see how they use gowns and suits so you know how hard it is to take care for them. We usually have them dry cleaned right? But that is a little dangerous because of the solvents that are used, so we have developed a wet cleaning system that has been approved by Woolmark, a standard recognized worldwide.  Perchloroethylene is not good for the environment and is toxic, the substance also needs proper disposal as it is hazardous. It also causes cancer, can make white fabrics gray which isn't a lovely picture to paint. Perc is now restricted abroad and will be banned in the next few years. Solven based washing is not a good thing if you use these chemicals, it's not as fresh, not as clean, not eco friendly and not healthy (harmful to operator and owner of the clothes). Hotels and Laundry shops have these dry cleaning machines and some even have used wash basins at times without knowing the dangers of it. The best alternative? Here's the Lagoon Advanced Care systems."

Lagoon Advanced Care systems are not complicated, it's fast, effective and can be done in one hour. Customers now come back for it because it's a game changer. 

Ko Jon Hok explains "This is a water based solution, I'm wearing a suit right now and it's common in so many countries. Jackets have different types of fabric just like your local barong. From receiving the garment, to spotting, washing, drying and pressing, it takes about an hour to finish everything.

The Lagoon advanced care machines have different capacities. Woolmark developed this system with us and got us certified also with other fabrics. The system has efficient dosing which means it adjusts the amount of solvents/detergent depending on the load. It's very easy to mount, (he then puts his wool and polyester in the machine) it uses the existing water in the drum and it uses very small amount. The foam cleans it all and cushions the garment. In a way it mimics hand washing, but this is consistent and very gentle. The dryer on the other hand detects the moisture of the clothes (through a sensor, he showed us using a hand and it detected that her hand had 8% moisture) so you efficiently use energy or heat on the garment. If you see the before and after photos, it has some wrinkled after washing, but after drying it gets straightened out and almost needs no ironing (because of the conditioner they use). From coats, to dresses, to wedding gowns, now you can do it in a machine instead of just hand washing these expensive gowns. Even with beads, embroidery, stones, mixed clothes, fleece, velvet, silk and a whole lot more, it would look almost new after going through the Lagoon Advanced Care system. The Electrolux machines with the custom programs, the detergents and conditioner (so it's easier to iron and protects it with coating) pumps, and will only work with the detergent and conditioner that is tested eith it and can be installed fast. Hotels have used it already, we have pioneers who have used this system and it is available all over the world.

For those who want to know more about the system, you may contact ELS Philippines Inc. who is the laundry solution provider and distributor in the Philippines. They are located at M5 Goldland Tower at 10 Eisenhower Street Greenhills San Juan City. You can also visit their website at https://elsphilippines.com/. 

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Birthday Boy Kristoffer Martin Eager To Produce Films

I got to talk to this guy a little better during our time at the anti cyber bullying campaign in GMA. I wasn't really expecting much since they were already established celebrities and it might prove a little difficult for ordinary people like me to relate to them, but they proved me wrong because Kristoffer Martin and Joyce were so down to earth and very accomodating... they were a bit shy but overall that impression stayed. Kristoffer just celebrated his birthday this month and if you ask him, he wasn't as keen as celebrating it because most of his Novembers in the past were just a series of unfortunate events. He finds this month even tougher, but really appreciates his fans because they never miss an opportujity to surprise him on the day itself. They got his car filled with tons of stuff, pictures from his past, photos he found funny and awkward, plus tons of letters from them which he considers something that made him happy. He's currently part of the ensemble cast of Super Ma'am which stars Marian Rivera and happy to note that despite the challenges he's having in his life, he remained still blessed.

Kristoffer shares "I am really happy about what's happening in my career and Supermom. I work hard and workout for my role, and I spend a lot of time in the gym. That day when they surprised me I was really down and I told Joyce about it. We bought Jamba Juice and I saw them all waiting for me at my car, they filled it up with stuff and again I eas surprised to see these all. I haven't really read their letters because I was already happy, I read them when I'm sad because that's my happy pill, they are my happy pill. Thank you Cave for accommodating us for lunch, I hope to have more challenging projects and better health because I think I'm getting there."

Mary Grace the president of Kristoffer's Fans Club says "I am so elated whenever his birthday comes. He's the reason why I don't have a boyfriend now, and it's totally okay because I have a lot of sons and daughters in the group. Even if he's so busy we do this every year for him to at least surprise him. We want him to finish his studies, even if he has a lot of work we know he's going to make time for it. We gave him a Ferris Wheel because we want him to feel that we are here for him during ups and downs, that's what it means. In behalf of the group, Happy Birthday Tuns because we're always here for you. We hope you continue your success, your album, your single. Thank you for inspiring us, always!"

This guy is also planning his career ahead, so aside from more challenging roles he wants to do, he also wants to have several films and produce one if he finds the time next year. I find him under utilized but it seems he's quite content with the path that GMA Management is doing with his career, I think it's quite the premium that they put on this great actor which I think is the reason why they're very careful about the roles he's playing. 

I'm sure he'll be getting accolades and interest from critics soon. I'm not just hopeful, I'm confident this nice man is going places because he cares about his craft and eager to do this. He's also planning to have his own business soon, so I think we just have to watch him succeed.

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