Summer is here, and Filipinos know what that means: rising temperatures and rising expenses! The temptation to splurge on vacations, outdoor fun and cooling solutions—which can jack up your electricity bill—is strong.

But fret not because higher expenses don't have to be your summer story. With some strategic planning, you can embrace the warmth without scorching your budget. Home Credit, one of the country’s leading consumer finance companies, is here to help you navigate the season with these cool summer tips and hacks.

Create a summer budget

Summer is the time to rest and have fun, but don't let it be an excuse to overspend and ditch your budget. Make this season a breeze by creating a comprehensive summer budget tailored to your specific needs.

Categorize your spending for entertainment, travel and utilities. Since summer often brings changes in expenses, prioritize your spending and factor in potential unexpected costs. This way, you'll ensure you have allocated funds for every aspect of your summer plans, allowing you to enjoy the season without financial stress.

Take advantage of the summer discounts

The scorching heat isn't the only thing rising this summer—so are the hottest discounts on appliances and gadgets! Dive into the season as a smart shopper by seeking out the latest summer deals at your favorite stores.

These deals aren't just about saving money, they're about aligning your budget with your summer needs, and having options to better manage your cash flow. By strategically shopping and focusing on your essential purchases, you can enjoy significant cost savings while avoiding the temptation to overspend. Remember, smart shopping doesn't mean buying less, it means buying better.

Utilize energy-efficient appliances

Summer in the Philippines is synonymous with scorching heat, making appliances like powerful fans, refrigerators and air conditioners essential. But choosing the right ones can impact your budget significantly, like appliances powered by inverter technology.

Unlike traditional appliances, inverter models are designed to optimize energy consumption. This translates to a cost-effective and ecofriendly solution for battling the summer heat. These energy-efficient wonders offer the ultimate double win: keeping you cool while keeping your electricity bills down.

Plan summer travels wisely

Rest and relaxation are a must do during summer, but you will only get nothing but stress when these are not planned strategically. If a summer escape is on your mind, do it smarter, not harder. Start by exploring budget-friendly destinations and consider visiting during off-peak times. This not only avoids crowds, but also unlocks hidden gems that won't break the bank.

Another pro tip to follow is to book in advance to not only secure your spot early, but also unlock discounted prices on flight and accommodations. Remember, a little strategic planning goes a long way to ensure you make the most of your summer adventure without burning a hole in your pocket.

Find alternative summer activities on a budget

If you want to celebrate fun in summer on a budget, don’t worry because it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. This is the perfect time to explore rewarding and relaxing activities that won’t break the bank.

Gather your loved ones for a picnic in a scenic park, enjoying fresh air, delicious homemade food, and quality time together. You can also head to a nearby mall for a cool escape. Relax in a café, grab a meal at a restaurant, or simply browse the shops.

Lastly, if you have a family, create lasting memories at home. Play outdoor games with your kids, have a movie night with refreshing drinks, or simply chill out with the cool air provided by your inverter AC.

Keep your cool during summer with Home Credit’s hottest deals

Summer fun shouldn't strain your budget! This season, Home Credit offers sizzling deals to help you stretch your summer spending.

If you need a cash boost, you can apply for a quick and easy cash loan* through the My Home Credit App, with approvals taking just one minute. Choose a loan amount from PHP 3,000 to PHP 150,000 to cover your summer expenses.

Additionally, Home Credit will offer 0% interest deals that can help you purchase your new cooling appliances which can help you manage the heat summer season brings. Plus, these amazing appliances and offers will be available on Shoppingmall.ph.

Don't miss Home Credit's exciting deals available from March 15th to May 31st!

To know more about the latest updates from Home Credit Philippines, visit its official website, www.homecredit.ph. You may also follow its official Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts. Customers are also encouraged to download the Home Credit Online Loan App on Google Play to learn more about the latest promos and see what’s new in Shoppingmall.ph.   

Home Credit Philippines is a financing company duly licensed and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). *Available to select customers with Home Credit Cash Loan offer    

Excited to kick off your summer plans? Let this guide be your key to a hassle-free and memorable vacation! And the best thing about this is you can get these for up to Php 1,500 worth of discounts with exciting bundles and free shipping nationwide on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop.

HONOR SMARTPHONE FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELER

Beach and sunset photos? Let the DSLR-like smartphone HONOR X8a’s 100 MP Ultra-Clear Camera capture breath-taking and Instagram-worthy shots. If you are into adventurous expeditions, the indestructible HONOR X9a 5G is for you. With its Premium OLED Curved Screen, dropping your phone multiple times would be the least of your concerns.

For video-vlogging, HONOR 70 5G is your best bet. Its Solo-Cut Mode and Dual Video Recording features will give you more options for your content creation. And if you’re worried that your travel destination has a limited power source, the powerbank smartphone HONOR X7a offers 3-day battery life.

HONOR smartphones have reverse charging capabilities to power up other devices such as keyboards, smartphones, tablets, etc. With this unique feature, you can enjoy your summer without the fear of draining your gadget’s battery while traveling.

LAPTOPS AND TABLETS TO STAY CONNECTED

Working while on vacay? Never lose connection with the ever-dependable HONOR Pad 8 and the HONOR MagicBook X Laptop Series (MagicBook X 14 and MagicBook X 15). Mix business with pleasure because of its compact design and Eye Comfort FullView Display.

LOADS OF 4.4 DISCOUNTS AND FREEBIES

Add these to your carts until April 8 to get a FREE Magic Keyboard with every purchase of HONOR Pad 8, and a FREE Premium HONOR bag and Bluetooth Speaker worth Php 7,000 for every purchase of HONOR MagicBook X 14 or HONOR MagicBook X 15.

Choose from HONOR’s travel-ready phones as well and receive an exciting freebie! A FREE Premium HONOR Speaker worth Php 3,999 when you get an HONOR X9a 5G while you will get a FREE HONOR Band 6 worth Php 1,990 when you get the HONOR 70 5G.

Get these and up to Php 1,500 worth of discounts with exclusive bundles and FREE shipping nationwide while 4.4 Sale is still on-going on Lazada (https://bit.ly/3ZsS0Jx) until April 8, and on Shopee (https://bit.ly/3J1Zv5n) and TikTok Shop (https://bit.ly/3IMaizo) until April 6, 2023. Freebies are subject to availability and will be on a first come, first served basis.

For more information and announcements, you may visit HONOR’s website www.hihonor.com or social media platforms: Facebook (Facebook.com/HonorPhilippines), Instagram (Instagram.com/honorphilippines/) and TikTok: (Tiktok.com/@honorphilippines).

Welcome summer days with tropical and nostalgic treats we all grew up with – gulaman! Make Summeryenda times more memorable while staying cool and hydrated with Mr. Hat Gulaman’s distinctly Filipino flavors – buko pandan and mango.

Complete your Summeryenda menu and whip up refreshing, ice-cold drinks and cool snacks and desserts using other tropical gulaman flavors such as orange, lychee, strawberry, grape and even coffee.

Fancy other flavors? Indulge and make your own summer concoctions using Mr. Hat Gulaman’s unflavored gulaman which comes in black, orange, yellow, white, red and green colors.

The perfect tropical summer companion

Bring the summer vibe with you wherever you are with the versatile gulaman – at the beach, a picnic in the park, on a hiking adventure, or hanging out in each other’s homes. Make jelly drinks or “samalamig”, flans, gulaman desserts, even gummies you can nibble on. The possibilities are endless.

Mr. Hat Gulaman has perfectly captured the Filipino taste. A popular flavor in the Philippines, the mango-flavored Mr. Hat Gulaman powder has a sweet and fruity taste that is perfect for summer desserts.

Buko Pandan is a Filipino dessert that typically features a mix of coconut and pandan flavors. Mr. Hat Gulaman's buko pandan-flavored jelly powder captures this unique taste and can be used to make buko pandan salad.

Mr. Hat Gulaman's strawberry-flavored jelly powder has a sweet and tangy taste that is perfect for making strawberry-flavored desserts that kids especially love.

What are you in the mood for? What is your favorite gulaman recipe? Whip it up with Mr. Hat Gulaman!

Traditional drink and dessert everyone loves

Mr. Hat Gulaman is a product of Filipino firm Seanluc, Inc. Its jelly powder is made from the finest natural seaweed extract. It is made from a mixture of carrageenan, sugar, flavorings and colorings.

Carrageenan is a type of seaweed-derived ingredient that is commonly used as a gelling agent in food products, while sugar is added for sweetness. Additional ingredients such as fruit flavors and food colorings are added to create unique flavors and colors.

Making jelly using Mr. Hat Gulaman does not require elaborate preparations. This makes drinks and dessert creation quicker, without sacrificing quality and flavor.

Mr. Hat Gulaman is affordable even for those on a budget. Stock up on Mr. Hat Gulaman flavors to stay cool and refreshed this summer! Get all flavors and colors of Mr. Hat Gulaman at Lazada, Shopee and other retail stores nationwide.

For more updates and details, visit the Mr. Hat Gulaman Website. Follow Mr. Hat Gulaman on TikTok and Facebook.

1. Preview of Mega Whale Shark

The #AweSM3DWhaleShark was first spotted at the SM Megamall LED billboard last April 28, 2022. It is the first-ever 3D immersive experience in Manila and everyone can enjoy this sight daily at 7pm to 9pm every 15 minutes. Stay tuned for more awesome experience as this is just the first preview and we’ll give you more of the Mega Whale Shark soon! Watch here: https://www.facebook.com/smmegamall/videos/786805132726449 #First3DPreview #OnlyAtMega

2. Mega Play Park

Experience the #AweSMBurstOfSummer as SM Megamall brings you a fun and exciting experience at the Mega Play Park located at the Ground Floor, Mega Fashion Hall. The gigantic doll house, funnest games such as golf, table tennis and colorful photo spots, are perfect for the young ones and kids-at-heart. Enjoy this attraction until May 10, 2022. #OnlyAtMega

3. Summer Coolers and Desserts- Until May 10

The Ultimate Summer Coolers and Desserts surrounding the colorful Mega Play Park are the best, delicious drinks and desserts to beat the summer heat: Yogorino, Serenitea, Gong Cha, Milksha, Tokyo Bubble Tea, The Alley, Cold Stone and Papermoon. 

4. Mega 5-Day Sale

It’s going to be a summer to remember as SM Megamall gives you the most awaited Mega 5-day sale. Score lots of amazing deals and SMAC exclusive deals from your favorite stores from May 11-15, 2022. #SafeMallingAtSM #Mega5DaySale 

5. Pawsome Summer The Podium

Paws up at The Podium Paw Park! Enjoy two whole weekends of dog socializing and fun in PetMe’s activities and day care service. And shop special accessories and treats from Presidential Paws, BARF Philippines, Petenizer and more at our Pup-ups! Pawsome Summer happening this April 28-May 1 & May 6-8. Can’t wait to spend this pawsome summer with you! 

6. The Podium Alfresco area ADB and Roofdeck

Spend a little more time with friends and family with a little city breeze at The Podium Alfresco. Dine Al fresco at the ground level at ADB or up at The Roofdeck Gardens. Reserve a table through your restaurant of choice or sit & scan the QR to place an order. 

7. The Food Lab and Culinarya Pampanga

Your favorite instagram food brands are making it to The Podium! The Food Lab brings together your instagram cravings in one spot. Order a variety of food and snacks from pop-ups of each of the instagrammable food brands in your feed. Stay tuned for more!

8. Work it, Mom!

It’s a workout party with mom this May! Get dancing, stretching, and boxing with The Podium boutique studios, and get your customized Nike fit for the occasion. Release those endorphins and have a great time with mom this May 15, sunday.

So there you have it - a list of the coolest things to do this summer in Ortigas. Dine, shop and strike a pose at SM Megamall and The Podium! Follow @smmegamall and @thepodiummall for more.

After two long years of staying at home, many are raring to make the most out of this year’s summer and have the best of fun with their family and friends. Many have booked their dearly missed trips to the beach to have some outdoor fun under the sun, troop to the mountains to get some fresh air and awesome natural views, or enjoy a relaxing staycation to chill and catch up on the latest chika.

No matter how you plan to spend your summer, make it more fun with your favorites from Mang Inasal.

“We know how much our customers missed their ‘Summer Sarap at Mang Inasal’ food trips and we are all excited to safely welcome them back to our stores with all their Ihaw-Sarap favorites plus our best-selling Extra Creamy Halo-Halo,” said Mang Inasal business unit head Jojo P. Subido.

“With enhanced safety protocols, we want all families and friends to enjoy their best summer ever by indulging in everything that makes them happy wherever and however they like it – whether in-store, takeout, or via delivery. Mang Inasal will always be there for our customers,” Subido added.

To level up the fun, Mang Inasal treats its customers with a summer ‘phygital experience’ wherein they can enjoy not only physically while eating in-store but also online where they can enjoy exclusive promos and share their family and squad moments with fellow Mang Inasal fans on digital.

#SummerSarapAtMangInasal Groufie Challenge is now open for photo entries from April 1 to May 31. Just dine-in, take a groufie with your family and friends, and share it in the official promo post on Mang Inasal’s Facebook page for a chance to win Mang Inasal gift certificates.

Want more exclusives from Mang Inasal NOW? Visit manginasaldelivery.com.ph or follow them today on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. To check out the complete list of Mang Inasal stores, simply click here.

Summer is arguably the favorite season for many. It’s the time of the year when Filipinos enjoy trips to the beach, long vacations with friends and family, or simply more time relaxing at home. All of these could only mean one thing—summer is the season for eating. Yum!

What’s a summer outing without equally exciting food? After all, a huge part of bonding during summer activities is the salu-salo. While grilled fish and hotdogs are staple favorites during summer outings, Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation has curated recipes that you can try on your next trip to make your salu-salo experience more fun and memorable.

These four recipes are not only delicious and easy to prepare, they are less in sodium too, so it’s good for you and the family.

● Simple Lemon Herb Chicken

Rich in protein and great for quick cooking, this recipe is perfect especially when you’ve got kids (you can’t go wrong with chicken when youngsters are around). Quick and easy, you’ll be done in less than 30 minutes with a savory dish made yummy with AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning. Check out the full recipe here : Simple Lemon Herb Chicken Recipe

● Thai Pork Barbecue

A must-try recipe to level up your barbecue experience. Not only is it easy to prepare, BBQs are ideal for outdoor cooking and get-togethers because they aren’t messy to eat and people can just grab a stick or two before diving back into the water again. Full recipe here: Thai Pork Barbecue Recipe

● Kalabasang Okoy na may Hipon

If you’re into seafood, here’s a recipe that should excite you. The regular okoy already tastes great, but adding this twist should bring the dish to another level. With the kalabasa providing a layer of crunchiness and sweetness, this simple dish should be a nice addition to your summer-ific menu. Kalabasa which contains Vitamin A and beta-carotene not only helps maintain healthy eyesight but also helps strengthen immunity. All you need to do is mix AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning to the batter, stir in beaten eggs, kalabasa, bean sprouts and shrimps. Mix well, and fry. Voila! You’re done. Learn the full recipe: Kalabasang Okoy na may Hipon Recipe

● Lumpiang Baboy at Carrots

Amongst all Lumpia variants, Lumpiang Baboy at Carrots, or what we commonly known as Lumpiang Shanghai, will always be a crowd favorite. In fact, this dish is almost always present during birthdays, fiestas, or even during summer outings. They’re easy to make, carry around, and don’t spoil easily. You can pre-make the lumpia at home (or even cook it there). Try this less sodium version with AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning, which helps turn this rather ordinary food item into a bestseller on your summer outings. Click here for the full recipe: Lumpiang Baboy at Carrots Recipe

In its pursuit of helping Filipinos achieve a healthier lifestyle without sacrificing their hearty diet, Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) Group recently launched its BawAsin® or Bawasan ang Asin campaign, an effort that encourages consumers to reduce their sodium intake without sacrificing the deliciousness of their meals. Ajinomoto has created a BawAsin® section in its official website. It provides information that reducing sodium in a diet is not difficult or will result in bland food. The site features 100 less sodium creative recipes that help individuals enjoy meals that contain less sodium yet enjoy the same deliciousness. According to the World Health Organization, a “reduced salt intake can blunt the rise in blood pressure that occurs with age and reduce the risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease events and congestive heart failure.”

The BawAsin® or Bawasan ang Asin campaign is a reflection of the brand’s “Eat Well, Live Well” promise, which aims to help families improve their health by providing ways on how to prepare healthy and delicious meals.

For more fun and healthy recipes, visit the Less Sodium Recipes section of Ajinomoto’s Cookmunity website: ajinomoto.com.ph/whats-new-archive/sodium-recipes/

 

Bursting with color starting April, SM Supermalls is giving its shoppers of all ages a spectrum of hope, happiness, and fun with delightful and safe activities that everyone in the family can look forward to when they visit their favorite SM mall.

Snap-worthy rainbow play areas! Multifunctional play pods in all colors of the rainbow await you at the indoor and outdoor play pods that kids and kids-at-heart will love. From rainbow staircases to larger than life displays, you’ll have no trouble getting the best and most colorful #POTD entry!

Sizzling hot summer deals! What’s summer without a mall-wide sale? Go on a shopping spree and get all your summer essentials, including must-have toys, at the nearest SM mall. Delight your kids with sporty knick knacks, inflatables, and bikes to amp up their summer activities even while at home. Visit the pop-up stores in select SM malls for great finds and exclusive deals!

Sweet treats and Summer Eats! Sip, eat, repeat, and satisfy those cravings with a wide array of food and drink choices at SM Summer Eats! A weekend al fresco market awaits you with delicious meals and refreshing drinks all in IG-worthy colorful dining spaces! Watch out for Summer Teas happening on April 16 to 30 where there will be lots of discounts on the best milk teas to quench your thirst too!

Summer fun under the sun! Time to flex that Tiktok talent! Be witty and wacky, colorful and bright, at the SM Summer Tiktok challenge which you can shoot at any of the the malls’ colorful outdoor and indoor displays. For pawrents, you can have a furry fun time with your pets when you join the pet olympics, go on a picnic with them, or treat them with a pampering session. For the fitness buff, there’s going to be a 7-day fitness blitz for adults and kids at select SM malls where you can blow off steam and sweat it out. Whatever your passion is, we have lots of summer fun activities lined up for you!

From safe dining to shopping and everything in between, make it a fun and colorful summer to remember at SM Supermalls! Make sure to visit www.smsupermalls.com or like and follow @smsupermalls on all social media platforms for the latest news, promos, and activities.

Summer is here! And while going to the beach or going for a swim isn’t as easy to choose to do as before, you can still make the most out of the season in the comforts of your own home where you are most safe and sound.

Grab your favorite milk tea beverage

What’s summer without iced drinks? ShopeePay now offers customers a safer and more convenient way to pay for their favorite summertime beverages!

Thirst your summer quench with drinks from Gong Cha, Dakasi, Black Scoop Cafe, Yi Fang Tea, Serenitea, Macao Imperial Tea, Moonleaf, Infinitea, and What the Tea while enjoying 20% coins cashback.

Have an ice cream party

As social gatherings are still prohibited, it’s safer to bond with your family at home - and what better way to do that than with food! If you’re looking for the perfect snack this summer, why not create your own delicious ice cream from scratch with a little help from Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker.

Indulge in a ‘Netflix and chill’ session.

Living in a tropical country, one great way to enjoy your weekends is feeling cool comfort as you watch your favorite series on Netflix. With the mini air cooler from Dowell, stay cool and refreshed anywhere, anytime.

Stay healthy with some cardio

Get the exercise that you need without having to venture out of your home by investing in your own workout equipment such as a treadmill, weights, or a stationary bike. And with the summer heat helping you sweat out even more, now is the perfect time to set up your own fitness corner.

Take a refreshing dip in your own pool

Just because going out of town is a bit more difficult now, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a fun dip in the pool. If you’re planning to enjoy the waters without having to go out, why not opt for an inflatable pool? This pool set from Intex is sturdy and spacious which’s perfect for families big or small.

Thinking of using ShopeePay for your online and offline payments? There are two easy ways to Scan and Pay using ShopeePay:

Partner merchant scans user’s QR code:

Open your Shopee app and tap the “Scan” icon.

Click ‘Generate QR Code’

Enter your ShopeePay PIN

Show the generated QR code for the cashier to scan and you will receive confirmation of payment.

The user scans the partner merchant’s QR code:

Open your Shopee app and tap the “Scan” icon.

Scan the QR code displayed on the milk tea shop’s tabletop card.

Input the amount you wish to pay and tap “Confirm.”

Enter your 6-digit ShopeePay PIN and then you will receive a confirmation of your payment.

For more information, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopeepay-scan-and-pay

Everyday is Playday is having a huge comeback as SM City North Edsa, along with 17 other malls, celebrate all paly, all fun, all day for kids and the whole family. Making all SM Supermalls a venue for everything play.

During the next months, more than twenty global brands will be launching their latest toy collections in SM City North Edsa. Likewise, more than 60 characters and brands such as Spongebob, Shimmer and Shine, Beyblade, Hasbro Gaming and Shopkins, will tour all the 18 malls in a series of exciting shows and meet and greet sessions.
This year's campaign is set to be much bigger and stronger with our growing partnership with Sony Playstation, that will bring fun and exciting technology in our days of play, Fujifilm Instax, which will capture the best and fun memories from kids to kids at heart, and Pay maya and Globe G-cash that will offer 30% rebate on or loyal customers who wants to avail their favorite toys through mobile payment.

Shimmer and Shine, Beyblade and Hasbro Gaming lead the way this year.

Kicking off the campaign is the launch of the new Shimmer and Shine toy collection at the Block Atrium at SM City North Edsa on May 5-6. This top rating Nickeledeon show is a bout a twin genies-in-training who grants wishes to their human friend Leah. It highlights the importance of teamwork, resilence, and overcoming obstacles. This is a show that our little girls will surely wouldn't want to miss.

90's kids will enjoy the huge comeback of Beyblade, on August 31-September 2 at The Annex Activity Area at SM City North Edsa, It is known in Japan as Explosive Shoot Beyblade, a Japanese manga series, written and illustrated by Takao AOki, to promote sales of this spinning tops called "Beyblades". After the success of Beyblade Championship Tournament in SM City North Edsa the Annex early this year, wherein the winner will be sent to Japan this April to comete in the Asian Championship. This upcoming second leg's winner will be sent to compete in the World Beyblade Competition in Paris, France.

The whole family will definitely love the Hasbro Gaming which will have activations at SM City Fairview, SM City Novaliches, SM City San Jose Del Monte, SM CityEast ORtigas, SM City Bicutan and SM City BF Paranaque from April to Octeber of this year. Hasbro engages families and freinds through toys and games. In this upcoming leg, we are set to create our very first life-sized versions of gaming toys including Monopoly, Jenga, Pie Face, Connect and Twister.
Kids who love combining entertainment and education will surely get excited for Nutty Scientists which will have roadshow all around SM Metro Manila malls. They crate fun, spectacular, interactive activities and uses educational techniques in the form of shows or workshops for kids. Children will be active participants on the hands-on activities they offer that will be led by professionals.
Also this year, with the help of SM Cares, Everyday is Playday will be bringing our DSWD partner charities and organizations including SOS children's Villages Philippines to our series of shows and events. Watch out for exciting toy launches and events this year. Everyday is Playday at SM Supermalls.

#EverydayisPlayDayAtSM

Summer is fast approaching, bringing with it the promises of trips to the beach, new adventures, and long, lazy afternoons enjoying the outdoors. As you enjoy the warm sunshine and the pleasures of summer, make sure you don’t forget to sun-proof your skin.

For all the joys that the sunny season brings, it also has one big downside – the possibility of sun damage caused by intense UV rays. In fact, 80% of premature signs of aging are caused by sun exposure. That’s because UV rays induce free radicals that damage the skin from both inside and outside, causing dullness, uneven skin tone, redness, and wrinkles. Prolonged UV exposure can also cause water-oil imbalance, which results to enlarged pores and pimple outbreaks.

Thankfully, you can now sun-proof your skin with Olay’s line-up of anti-aging moisturizers, which protect against sun exposure. Whatever your age or skin type may be, Olay’s re-engineered formulations prove that the way you treat your skin matters as much as having the genes for good skin.

For overall protection and hydration in time for the summer’s dry spell, there’s Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Day Cream SPF 15, a multi-tasking facial moisturizer that delivers optimal hydration to nourish skin and visibly fight the 7 signs of aging – delivering transformative results in just 28 days.
Olay Total Effects was the first mass skincare brand to introduce powerful anti-aging ingredient Niacinamide, also known as Vitamin B3, which is proven to strengthen the skin barrier and help restore skin’s appearance to a more youthful level.

Innovative SolaSheer™ Technology in Olay Total Effects SPF products moisturizes and nourishes your skin with essential vitamins while protecting it against harmful UVA/UVB rays. SolaSheer™ is a combination of Avobenzone sunscreen with two of Olay’s proven moisturizing agents, Niacinamide and Glycerin; giving you a formulation that’s non-greasy and 100% oil-free to keep your skin looking healthy and rejuvenated.

Made with new carob seed extract, the Olay Regenerist Micro-sculpting UV Cream Moisturiser SPF 30 provides hydration and renewal benefits to visibly firm skin plus reduce fine lines and wrinkles caused by sun exposure, resulting in younger-looking skin.

Carob seed extract, when combined with other key anti-aging ingredients was shown through in-vitro testing to help accelerate the recovery of aged skin, stimulate collagen and hyaluron production, and aid cell regeneration.

Olay Regenerist Micro-sculpting Cream also contains hyaluronic acid with water-attracting properties, drawing moisture into the skin to keep it hydrated and supple and functioning effectively as a barrier. It replenishes moisture and hydrates for a firm look while keeping you protected all throughout summer.

For a luminous skin tone throughout summer, the Olay White Radiance Light Perfecting Day Cream SPF24 contains Olay’s Whitening Complex with Vitamin B3 that minimizes the appearance of dark spots and visibly lightens complexion for fairer-looking skin. SPF24 protects the skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays, and prevents skin darkening. Vitamins help improve the natural radiance of the skin from deep within and keep it radiant.

The tone-perfecting ingredients in this moisturizer include the new Di-peptide Carnosine, which help prevent and reduce the visible appearance of hyperpigmentation and dark spots, while boosting translucency and perfecting both skin tone and light reflection in the skin. It also has OliveM, which helps fight free radicals, as well as Vitamin B3 and B5, Vitamin E, and N-Acetyl Glucosamine, which work together to give you that healthy-looking, youthful glow.
With Olay, you don’t need to fear the dangers of the summer sun. In fact, you can retain your youthful look and luminous skin during this time. With your #OlaySunProofSummer, as well as continuous practice of skin care, you can combat the effects of aging caused by the sun’s rays.

Go beyond just SPF and gear up for another day out in the sun with the new Olay Summer Packs – your partner to kick-start your journey to sun-proofing your skin. The Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Day Cream SPF15 with Anti-Aging Night Firming Cream, as well as the Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Day Cream SPF15 with 7-in-1 Daily Serum is only Php999 SRP each. The Olay Regenerist Micro-sculpting UV Cream Moisturiser SPF 30 with Miracle Boost Youth Pre-Essence is only Php2,199 SRP, and the Olay White Radiance Light Perfecting Day Cream SPF24 with Light Perfecting Essence is only Php1,499 SRP. Now available in all leading department stores. For more information, visit Olay.com.ph and visit @OlayPhilippines in Facebook and Instagram.

#OlaySunProofSummer

Along with the temperature starting to rise, the stronger the desire to set foot in a destination away from the stress of the city gets. With this, you may want to catch up on that well-deserved rest you’ve been dreaming of since the year began, or dream of embarking on a new adventure. Either way, a spectacular view is also one of the things on top of us Filipinos’ checklists when deciding which places to visit during the summer season.

Here are a few places you can check out before heading on to your next summer escapade. Be sure to bring along your Samsung Galaxy A8 to capture each new memory!

1. Bolinao Falls, Pangasinan

Half an hour away from the town proper is a spectacular view hidden along the plains of Bolinao. The Bolinao Falls is one of the most popular tourist spots in Pangasinan because there’s a lot to do here, from taking a refreshing dip at the pool to cliff jumping. Whether it’s you or your friend diving in, enjoy the water worry-free thanks to the waterproof feature of your Galaxy A8! Bolinao Falls’ cool blue green waters are the perfect for scenery and wide shots – so strike your best pose mid-air before diving in!

2. Bantayan Island, Cebu

This white sand wonder can be found off the coast of northern Cebu. Considered as one of Cebu’s hidden gems, Bantayan Island slowly made its way to social media popularity due to many tourists being struck in awe of its white sand and crystal clear water. Nevertheless, this laidback hideaway is the perfect place to lazily watch the sun and get that relaxation you crave. So whether you’re a sunrise or sunset junkie, capture the moment and make it last as long (or as short!) as you want with the Galaxy A8’s hyper lapse mode.

3. Chocolate Hills Adventure Park, Bohol

Just when you thought Bohol’s famous Chocolate Hills couldn’t get any better, the Chocolate Hills Adventure Park can give you that adrenaline rush you’ve been waiting for this summer season. A must try among tourists is its bicycle zipline that’s 150 feet up in the air, placed between two hills over half a kilometer apart from each other. While you’re up above, don’t forget to capture the breathtaking views! Thanks to Galaxy A8’s Digital Image Stabilization, you’ll be able to share clear, blur-free photos with your friends the moment you hit the ground.

After your zipline adventure, also check out the adventure park’s hiking trails and campsite that allow you to relax and simply take in the photogenic view from the hills.

4. Bonbon Beach and Sandbar, Romblon Island

Just around 5 kilometers away from downtown Romblon is this beautiful beach and sandbar that doesn’t need even a speck of post-processing because of the complementing shades of blue that the Bonbon Beach sky and waters offer. What’s good about this place is that it doesn’t have any commercialized amenities in the area yet, making it a beautiful backdrop for your lone islander-inspired shots. Whip out your phone and take photos whenever you want, the Galaxy A8’s water and dust resistant feature will make sure nothing will stop you from getting the perfect shot. Remember, though, to head to the sandbar during low tide season to fully enjoy the shoreline.

With each picturesque destination, must also come a phone that will allow you to capture the beauty in each place without losing the magic in each moment. What better companion to take with you on your next summer adventure than the Galaxy A8 and A8+?

Designed to capture the best of everything, the Galaxy A8 and A8+ sports a 16 MP rear and 16MP+8MP Dual Front Camera. It also has a Live Focus feature, video digital image stabilization (VDis) technology, and hyper lapse feature that you can play around and customize your photos and videos with.

It’s also equipped with IP68 water and dust resistance, pushing you to capture even the rockiest but one of a kind experiences. And even after all the action’s over, the Galaxy A8 and A8+ allows you to relive your experiences all over again with its Infinity Display, designed with an immersive 18.5:9 display ratio that gives you a cinematic feel when viewing your photos and videos

The Galaxy A8 (2018) and A8+ (2018) is available in select Samsung dealers nationwide. For more details, visit the Samsung Facebook page or log on to samsung.com/ph.

This summer, there’s only one destination for dessert-loving Pinoys in need of a cool, refreshing treat: Jollibee!






















The country’s number one fast-food brand is ready with a new ice-cold beverage and its version of a classic Pinoy favorite. As a brand that is consistently at the forefront of flavor innovations that capture the distinct Filipino palate, Jollibee’s exciting line-up of desserts and specialty beverages are not only perfect complements to delicious, satisfying meals, but also great treats to indulge in on their own.

Start the summer right with Jollibee’s new Royal Float and Halo-Halo Sundae!
The all-new Royal Float is a sweet and tangy citrus delight—the orange-flavored soda base is taken to a creamier level with the ice-cold vanilla soft-serve ice cream. A combination of refreshing, fruity, and creamy, the Royal Float is the beverage to enjoy this summer.

My Hubby and my eldest son love Royal Float. They always asking me to order this every time we eat in Jollibee. Their meal are not complete without Royal Float.

The best-selling Halo-Halo Sundae, is a delicious twist to the all time Pinoy dessert favorite. The creamy vanilla soft-serve ice cream is livened up by a medley of your favorite halo-halo toppings drizzled with ube coating.
Halo Halo Sundae is perfect for this summer. Filipinos love the Halo Halo ever. It is one of Pinoy's treasured dessert. Now, we are not going to taste the same halo halo as used to because Jollibee gave a twist for us to enjoy more of the chill feeling and fillings of Halo-Halo.

“For decades, Jollibee has always been known for its delicious offerings that have thrilled Pinoy taste buds and captured the hearts of our diners all over the world,” said Kay Segismundo, Jollibee Senior Marketing Manager for Complementary Products. “As we celebrate our 40th anniversary this year, diners can expect more exciting beverages and desserts like the Royal Float and Halo-Halo Sundae to come their way.”

Head over to the next best summer destination—Jollibee—for the season’s refreshing beverage and dessert treats! The Royal Float (P35.00* solo or P25.00* Go Royal with Value Meal) and the Halo-Halo Sundae (P39.00*) are available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive- thru transactions starting March 1, 2018.


The flavorful Jolly Crispy Fries now comes with a Wasabi kick!

Jollibee is back at it again, giving our taste buds such a flavorful experience!
When it comes to exciting flavors and great snacks to share with friends, Jolly Crispy Fries never disappoints. Crispy and flavorful in every bite, it can easily bring barkadas together and make them savor every fun experience. And for this season, Jollibee launches its exciting new fries flavor—Wasabi! TheWasabi Fries gives that surprisingly delicious kick for those daring adventure seekers.
“Wasabi Fries is the latest addition to our growing menu which continuously adapts to our customers’evolving taste preferences. This season, we wanted to turn up the heat with this intriguing an adventurous new product,” Jollibee Senior Marketing Manager for Complementary Products Kay Segismundo said. “Our research and development team balanced the flavor in a way that would cater to those with medium to low tolerance for spice, while still being enjoyable to those who yearn for that kick.It’s perfect for group sharing, especially for friends who continue to look for variety and excitement in food and in everything they do.”
When you’re out unlocking achievements, ticking off bucket list items or simply lounging around with your friends, pair the experience with the flavorful Jolly Crispy Fries in plain (Php 35, Php 57 and Php 67 for regular, large and jumbo sizes, respectively) or Wasabi (Php 40, Php 65 and Php 80). Jolly Crispy Fries is available for dine-in, take-out, delivery and drive-thru transactions.

Mommies, let us enjoy more bonding moments with our family especially over what Jollibee serves this summer. Also, let us treat our kids also for a job well done because of the recognition that they have, of course at Jollibee.

For more information on your Jolly favorites, like Jollibee Philippines’ Facebook page and follow @Jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

*Prices may vary across different locations.

This summer, there’s only one destination for dessert-loving Pinoys in need of a cool, refreshing treat:Jollibee!

The country’s number one fast-food brand is ready with a new ice-cold beverage and its version of aclassic Pinoy favorite. As a brand that is consistently at the forefront of flavor innovations that capture thedistinct Filipino palate, Jollibee’s exciting line-up of desserts and specialty beverages are not only perfectcomplements to delicious, satisfying meals, but also great treats to indulge in on their own.
The all-new Royal Float is a sweet and tangy citrus delight—the orange-flavored soda base is taken to acreamier level with the ice-cold vanilla soft-serve ice cream. A combination of refreshing, fruity, andcreamy, the Royal Float is the beverage to enjoy this summer.
The best-selling Halo-Halo Sundae, is a delicious twist to the all time Pinoy dessert favorite. The creamy vanilla soft-serve ice cream is livened up by a medley of your favorite halo-halo toppings drizzled with ubecoating.

“For decades, Jollibee has always been known for its delicious offerings that have thrilled Pinoy tastebuds and captured the hearts of our diners all over the world,” said Kay Segismundo, Jollibee SeniorMarketing Manager for Complementary Products. “As we celebrate our 40th anniversary this year, dinerscan expect more exciting beverages and desserts like the Royal Float and Halo-Halo Sundae to cometheir way.”

Head over to the next best summer destination—Jollibee—for the season’s refreshing beverage anddessert treats! The Royal Float (P35.00* solo or P25.00* Go Royal with Value Meal) and the Halo-HaloSundae (P39.00*) are available in all Jollibee stores nationwide for dine-in, take-out, delivery, and drive-thru transactions starting March 1, 2018.

For more information on Jollibee’s products and latest promos, like the Jollibee Philippines Facebookpage and follow @Jollibee on Twitter and Instagram.

* Prices may vary across different locations

The Demo Family’s blogs and youtube channels are very thankful for the blessings that we are currently receiving. These blessings comes because of you, our readers and followers, who have been actively participating, watching and sharing our works. With this, we would like to give back by having a small giveaway/ raffle to our followers and readers, and to our potential readers and followers as well.

We just hope we could raffle more in the near future. We’re hoping for brands, restaurants and companies to help us in this effort in the near future but for now it’s just us with some of our blessings to share.

Mechanics :

• 1. All Filipinos and/or Foreigners residing in the Philippines on the duration of the contest are eligible to join.
• 2. Ages from 18 and up are eligible to participate in the giveaway/ raffle.
• 3. To be included and eligible in the giveaway/ raffle simply follow these instructions and the required tasks.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

• 4. Incomplete or inappropriate response will not be included in the raffle.
• 5. All entries will be checked and tallied on May 13, 2017  May 27, 2017.
• 6. Raffling of the entries will be done traditionally where our kids will randomly pick from the box of entries the winner.
• 7. Winner will be emailed on May 14, 2017   May 28, 2017 to formally inform them of winning the giveaway/ raffle. Winner must confirm receipt of the email as proof.
• 8. Mailing of the prizes.

• a) If the winners are within Metro Manila prizes will be delivered personally or through a courier.
• b) If the winners are from Luzon, Visayas or Mindanao, prizes will be sent through a courier.

• 9. All decisions are final.

Prize : 

A box of mixed products and gift certificate worth Php1,000.00

Duration : 

May 1 to 12 26, 2017

Raffle Date : 

May 13 27, 2017

We apologize for extending this raffle as we have some family matters to attend to in the following days.