Eye Care

Sunday, September 16, 2018

You've probably seen the first store of OWNDAYS here in Abreeza Mall Davao City and you can tell that this isn't just a typical EO Stores in a shopping mall or anywhere in Davao.


Honestly, I am planning to get a pair of reading eyeglasses and viola I was invited by PREP Davao for the opening of Owndays first store in Davao.

OWNDAYS a fast-growing chain optical shops from Japan, known for its all-in-one pricing system and quick 20-minute processing time.

Walking into the store, OWNDAYS gives you the liberty to try on all frames with its open modules to infuse more fun and convenience into the process of buying your glasses. With the help of their Licensed Optometrists who will facilitate the eye exams with the state of the art equipment in refraction and with the technical know-how of their Optical Technicians to ensure that you're given lenses that are perfect for you.



I really had a hard time choosing the right frame for me, so the staff advice me to get my prescription lenses. You can have lenses made in any of these three ways:

(1) Have you current lenses copied, (2) get a free in-store eye check up , or (3) bring your doctor's prescription.

In my case, I forget to bring my old eyeglasses for astigmatism that's why they have my eye check first.

We went inside a Refraction Room and Doc Althea a licensed Optometrist facilitate me.




After a thorough eye checking, she advice me to use a reading glasses because I am suffering from a farsightedness  and digital eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome. She suggests using a pair of reading glasses that use specifically treated lenses that are ergonomically suited for reading both on papers, books, magazines, newspaper and on the computer and smartphone too!

And because it took me too long to browse through their frame selections, one staff suggest the AIR Ultem frame.




Frame of AIR Ultem is made of unique and super flexible material called "Ultem", which makes the frames lighter than ever and a pair of Air Ultem only weighs 9.4g.

AIR Ultem "Gentle as Feathers and Light as the Air".

At OWNDAYS their prices are inclusive of the frame, ultra-thin multi-coated lenses and eye exam with no additional charges regardless of the high grade. Prices are very affordable starts from PHp1,990 to PHp6,990.

A simple pricing system means what is printed on the frame is all you have to pay - that is for both the frame and the lenses (regardless of the lens grade). 




And with the technical know-how of their Optical Technicians and of the latest technology in lens edging, you can get your glasses in 20-minutes after payment - except for option lenses. On top of that, all frames and lenses covered by their 1-year limited warranty and lifetime maintenance services.

As soon I received my glasses I felt they would suit me. I don't really have a bad eyes but I enjoy wearing glasses as my headband, and AIR Ultem is a great choice because it is flexible, very light and it go well with clothes too!


VIP's during the opening got a customized eyeglasses case.


You can also read my OWNDAYS post at ANYTHING ABOUT DAVAO

Watch video here OWNDAYS OPENING at Abreeza

Thursday, June 14, 2018

If you notice Korean beauty and skin care products are taking over the Philippine beauty market. Davao City residents' complexion looking youthful and fresh than usual, perhaps it's because they've spread on PHp78 face mask from Korean beauty haven TONY MOLY, which just arrived into town.



The Korean skincare and cosmetics store, Tony Moly was established in 2006 with the support of Tae Sung Industry.

Tony Moly means "putting style into packaging". 

Tony Moly opened its first store in the Philippines last April 30, 2011 in SM Fairview.

In 2016, with over a total of 825 stores launched in 15 countries, now opened its first storefront in Mindanao last week, June 8, 2018 - right in the heart of Davao City's first SM Branch - SM City Davao.

All in all, Tony Moly has 26 stores in the Philippines:


14 STANDALONE 


12 Retail Stand inside the 

This place, which releases authentic Korean made and exclusive Tony Moly products from skin care, cosmetics, hair care, eye care, etc...sounds like a beauty enthusiasts' playground!



Honestly, a typical Pinay may not be exactly a skincare fanatic compared to Koreans, but right now we are slowly indulging into the popular Korean skin care and makeup trend.

The biggest challenge here is, can we all show that we can afford to try the Korean skincare routine without having to spend that much. TONY MOLY helps you on how to remain on-that budget level with their products without burning your pockets, for the first time Tony Moly customers you can try their 8 Best Sellers.

TONY MOLY BEST SELLERS










It not only focus hundreds of exclusive products to the Philippine market, but also features Tony Moly staff and management that will help you with K-beauty skin products and introduce the great brand's they have in store that I'm sure you will truly love as well.

I recently visited the new flagship location together with my #TeamDDI Mom Influencers, An Alfafara of KETCHUP THE LATEST FROM LOUISE and Tere R-n of DAVAO LIFE where we mapped out our favorite Tony Moly products.

Ahead, here are my eight picks worth making the trip for: Floria Brightening Peeling Gel, Trio Liptone - Get it Tint!, I'm Real Skin Soothing, I'm Real Radiance, I'm Real Purifying, Luminous Goddess Aura Glow Cushion, Perfect Eyes Liquid Eye Liner, and Easy Touch Auto Eye Brow. 


Known for its charming packaging and unusual ingredients, South Korean beauty company @tonymoly_street has been around for almost a decade. And with the opening of the first branch here in Davao City store in @smdavao , it's clear that the Filipinos is finally catching on to the skin-care-centric brand. I recently visited the new flagship location together with my @teamddi Mom Influencers, A-an Alfalfara of @ketchupthelatestfromlouise and Tere Nierva of @davaolife where we mapped out our favorite Tonymoly products. Ahead, here are my eight picks worth making the trip for: Floria Brightening Peeling Gel, Trio Liptone - Get it Tint!, I'm Real Skin Soothing, I'm Real Radiance, I'm Real Purifying, Luminous Goddess Aura Glow Cushion, Perfect Eyes Liquid Eye Liner, and Easy Touch Auto Eye Brow #
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Special thanks to Ms. Apol Legario, Public Relations Officer of SM City Davao, Ms. Elvie Fernandez, Tony Moly Davao Manager and Ms. Andrea Pamela Amado, President of Tony Moly Philippines.


Ms. Andrea Pamela Amado, President of Tony Moly Philippines and Ms. Elvie Fernandez, Tony Moly Davao Manager 

Andrea Pamela Amado, AGC (Amado Group Company) CEO and President of Tony Moly Philippines and (Etude House Philippines), told us that "they are planning to open another stores within this year in Davao City, then expand to another place in Mindanao."

The store also offers makeup, palettes, hair care, fragrance, eye care, nose care, skin care with natural derived ingredients and Instagram-worthy personalized makeup.  





While the store does offer a wide variety of products in a range of high and low prices, many of the items are quite reasonable. Moisturizers run around P300+, while masks can go as low as P78.

Plus, the best part of all is having Tony Moly near my place! I love the location because it is easy to find at the ground floor of SM City Ecoland Davao just near PetCo.

Visit Tony Moly Philippines Facebook Page to learn more.



Monday, December 4, 2017

For those of you who are not familiar with Hey Sugar!, it's a sister company of Nailaholics Nail Salon & Spa, a popular chain of nail & organic all-natural waxing salons here in the Philippines. There main selling target is affordability and accessibility with a lot of branches around the country.


The main service at Hey Sugar! is waxing. So if you're looking for an experts aestheticians make sure that you'll visit this place. They only use the best, highest quality, all organic natural ingredients.

They also sell OTC all-organic natural products:
SUGAR BODY SCRUB - PHp 450
BODY SCRUB DECADENCE - PHp 295
2 TONE BODY SCRUB - PHp 250
BODY BUTTER - PHp 250
CASTOR OIL - PHp 190

But before you undergo waxing procedure, here's a few insider secrets  straight from the aestheticians of the go-to destination for all-natural, sugar waxing at Hey Sugar!

  • Skip the lotion of the day of your appointment. For best results, we'll need to clean, dry skin.
  • Stop shaving at least two weeks before your appointment. Hair needs to be long enough to lie flat on your skin. Those who shave typically have hair grows uneven, which makes it difficult in removing using wax.
  • Give your skin some breathing time after you wax. Your skin will be sensitive if exposed.
  • Avoid the sun after wax. So don't schedule your appointment on the day before you leave for the beach.
  • In general, avoid sun exposure this will also includes sauna, steam rooms and hot showers. GO FOR COLD WATER after waxing!
  • Don't wear tight clothing after an appointment, particularly synthetic lycra you usually wear as workout clothes, which is also means this is your best excuse to skip the gym.
  • Begin exfoliating a couple days after waxing to make sure that you prevent ingrown hairs.
Only trust Hey Sugar! for your waxing experience. It is healthier and more comfortable because they only use 100% naturally hypoallergenic sugar wax that minimizes side effects such as allergic reactions and chemical irritations caused by traditional waxing.



Aside from waxing, they also have THREADING & EYELASH ENHANCEMENT.


MY EYELASH PERMING EXPERIENCE

My lashes are not that long but they're straight. I always rely on my eyelash curler, so when I got the chance to have a FREE service from Hey Sugar! I was excited.

I've heard about eyelash extensions pros and cons and it sounds icky to me. Eyelash extensions is a big no-no for me. And the fact that you put fake lashes on your own eyelashes well thank you. I'm more safe with eyelash perming.

WHAT IS EYELASH PERMING? Or an eyelash permanent wave or known as the eyelash perm. It is a permanent relaxer that straightens the hair, a cosmetic procedure done by a licensed Aestheticians to flip up eyelashes using hair perming technology.

    

I booked an appointment with them one day after our Nailaholics nail pampering. On the day of the perming, I popped into one of their rooms and saw my other colleagues Dorz Calla from Davao Digital Influencers team having its eyelash perming procedure too.

While waiting, I was asked to fill in some forms then I was led by an aestheticians to the first cubicle after Dorz done with her procedure. The cubicle was small and clean with a bed on one side, a small drawer and powerful lamp on the other side.

The aestheticians asked me to lie down then turned on the powerful lamp and start cleaning the oily part around my eyes.

Lashes are treated with perm solutions which is then followed by the neutralizer and sometimes depending on which system you use will have a nourishing oil as the last step, to recondition and strengthen the lashes. Each being left on about 10 minutes.


Once the lashes have been applied by the FDA approved glue 100% safe and stings less, that doesn't hurt the lashes to the perm rod or silicone pad (with sizes S, M, L) the perming solution is applied to the upturned lash and left to set to 30 minutes, followed by a neutralizer which is also left for another 15 minutes. Once the silicone pad is removed the eyelids and lashes are cleansed of any residue. My over all procedure takes almost an hour, that I had to remind myself to not open my eyes or else it won't work. So I was drift off to sleep.

Another thing that convince me to do the eyelash perming is that it last longer compared to eyelash extensions. Eyelash Perming last for about 2 to 3 months, extensions last for 2 weeks.

For the first 3 days, you are not allowed to put mascara on your lashes. And make sure within a week stay away from going to the beach --- avoid sea and rain water.



And I have to tell you this, I don't regret in choosing the eyelash perming. It was perfect and worth it! I was amazed with the result and my eyelashes looks so awesome now.





Drop by Hey Sugar! located at the 3rd level of Abreeza Mall and expect a clean and inviting haven and leave it all to the hands of expert and well-trained aestheticians.

Avail their 20% OFF to all Regular Services, when you surrender your TWEEZER, DIY BOTTLES or NON-HEYSUGAR RECEIPTS (For First Timers Only!). 

Promo runs until January 31, 2018.





Monday, February 24, 2014

There is also a positive way on how to enhance your eyes, by using contact lenses that suit your preference.

I know some of you are hesitant to use contact lenses, me either.  But as I check PINKY PARADISE this is way different from other lenses I've seen in the mall or online shopping network. They are selling different varieties of contact lenses, from doctors prescribe lenses or simply a fashion beauty lens used for Anime events.

In order to try their lenses why not join their GIVE ME $5 OFF VOUCHER.



Never miss a SALE indeed! This will run from Feb.22-28 only.

  1. No minimum purchase or coupon code required.
  2. USD1 for handling fees applied.
  3. Only for working days excluded SATURDAY, SUNDAY and PUBLIC HOLIDAYS.
  4. And if you buy for a bulky products, additional fees applied.


So what are you waiting for?  Avail the SALE and try it for yourself. 

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