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Factors to Consider When Choosing the Right Products

October 23, 2020

Some of the best things that happen to me when I have chosen to practice minimalism and frugality are less time in fixing and cleaning my stuff, continuous peace of mind and contentment, a lot of money being saved, and the value of making the right choices. One of the things that I like how I live is that I am enjoying the benefits of the brands that I am loyal to can offer. In relation, I am the type of person who sticks with the brands that I love and when I discover more, I still remain loyal to the old ones while savoring the cons of the new ones.

In choosing the products or brands that I use for years, I always consider effectivity, efficiency, accessibility to sources, and of course affordability but high quality. Locally-made products are also close to my heart because they create employment that boosts our economy and purchasing them may change the lives of our kababayans. I am always vocal to you about my choices. I share it with you whenever I discover the best buys that really work well for me and my family in order for you to experience the benefits that we are getting from those products too.

Philusa Corporation, Cleene, Albatross Deodorizer, Rhea, Apollo Lip Balm, Baby Flo, Apollo Petroleum Jelly, Product Review

Do you know that I also consider the way the companies who make my favorite products treat their employees? I support companies that are not just focused on making money but also concerned about the welfare of their staff and crew. I believe that they are worth patronizing because doing so may help them expand their businesses to create more jobs.

I believe that when a company offers its best products, the customers' welfare should always be put on top of its priorities. It may sound overused but it is always the job of a company to have its clients hooked because of the value that it feeds them. But more than getting me hooked because of offering me cons, what makes me more loyal is when it gives value beyond what the eyes can see. The sincerity of the company should be felt when its products are being used.

In line with this, for years my family and I are loyal consumers of Philusa Corporation's products. Sabi nga, lahat ng panuntunan namin sa pagpili ng produktong mamahalin namin ay pasok sa banga that's why I dedicate this post to the company as an act of gratitude. Through the years, it never fails to bring the quality of life through its best pharmaceutical, hygiene, baby, and home products that my family deserves.

Here are a few of Philusa Corporation's products that my family loves and truly recommend.

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Ang masasabi ko lang, tiwala akong clean and soft ang @cleene_ph #tissue and #cotton na ginagamit namin sa bahay. Ganyan ko kamahal at kaalaga ang family ko. We don't settle for anything less. . In our pursuit to cleanliness and pureness, we always #keepitcleene! No explanation needed. 💖 . . . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmrecommends #aapmtipidfinds #philusacorporation #supportlocal #pinoymade

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I would like keep my caption short but I guess it's not possible. 😅 Kasi naman @babyflo_ph delivers! It exceeded my expectations! May laban sa leading brands ang local brand na ito at mas affordable pa. Not included on this photo ay ang favorite naming #babyflo cotton buds and oil na hindi nawawala sa aming tahanan. Hypoallergenic and safe sa babies and adults. Delicately perfumed ang oil, cologne, shampoo, oatmeal bath, at wipes kaya hindi harsh sa skin at pang-amoy. Ang cotton buds matibay at hindi madaling mabali. Ang petroleum jelly naman ay versatile, favorite ni mother dear kasi nawawala ang dryness ng kanyang hands and feet! Amazing! Feeling baby kami lahat dito sa bahay! 💖 . Available ang Baby Flo sa lahat ng Mercury Drug branches and leading supermarkets nationwide. . . . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmreviews #aapmrecommends #aapmtipidfinds #philusacorporation #supportlocal #pinoymade #letloveflowwithbabyflo

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First semester was a challenging one! #HomeschoolingBunso, tinapos pa ang ebook project with @bksmomsph, and daming ganap sa further studies at bahay concerns. Sabi nga, if we want to achieve something or make our lives meaningful and purposeful, we have to work hard for it. Pero kalakip niyan ang pagsakit ng kasukasuan. #alamnathis 🤣 . #Titaproblem ba 'ka mo? No problem. Kumpleto ako ng sandata para riyan! 😅 . Salamat sa #Mentopas, #superscentoilsparomatic, at #superscentoil ng #Rhea from #philusacorporation. Maginhawa kong naitatawid ang ang mga sakit sa kalamnan in an affordable way! May laban sa leading brand! Subok na epektib at tumatagal ang bisa! 🥰 . . . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmreviews #aapmhealthandwellness #aapmtipidfinds #aapmrecommends #aapmfavorites #supportlocal #proudlyphilippinemade

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Isa raw sa signs na certified member ka na ng #titasofmanila eh kapag may baon ka nang pamahid sa sakit ng ulo at kasukasuan kahit saan ka magpunta. 😅 Ang Mars ninyo hindi na nawawalan niyan maski sa pagtulog eh katabi. 😂 Marami akong reliable brands na ginagamit at may nadagdag na naman sa koleksiyon ko. Yay! . Konting pahid lang ng Superscent Oil Sparomatic ng #philusacorporation eh sold na ang #titaproblem ko. Konting-konti lang ang ipapahid kasi concentrated siya, swabeng hagod ng menthol at eucalyptol ang mararamdaman. Ayos! Nakare-relax talaga. Like ko ang amoy niya. Hindi masyadong titang-tita ang amoy kasi may Lavender, my favorite scent! Mas mura pa sa leading brand kaya mas budget-friendly. . . . . . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmhealthandwellness #aapmrecommends #supportlocal #proudlyphilippinemade #BKSMoms #mommybloggersph

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Dati kapag gumagamit ako ng floss, I experienced gum bleeding kasi magaspang at sumasabit sa ngipin ang ginagamit ko. Flossing is not painful anymore when I switched to @cleene_ph CLIO Premium Dental Floss. . 💜 Shred-resistant siya, hindi sumasabit sa gums at ngipin 💜 Kahit na smooth and easy ang pag-slide niya between teeth, it removes plaque effectively. 💜 Comfy and gentle siya sa gums, hindi na ako nakae-experience ng bleeding. 💜 Refreshing ang peppermint flavor niya. 💜 Affordable din siya saka gawang Pinoy. . Hindi na ako hahanap ng iba pang brand o babalik sa nakasanayan. I love everything about this floss. Mag-switch na rin kayo. Promise, you'll see the difference! 🥰 . Available ito sa Mercury Drug and leading supermarkets nationwide. . . . #supportlocal #philusacorporation #proudlyphilippinemade #allaroundpinaymama #aapmreviews #aapmrecommends #keepitcleene

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Dati, nagpapalit kami ng #toothbrush every other month. Pwede naman palang every three months. 😁 . Siya nga pala, may nadiskubre kaming brand ng toothbrush at #dentalfloss na abot-kaya pero hindi tinipid sa quality at magagandang specifications na pwedeng ilaban sa leading at mamahaling brands. 'Yan ang reason kung bakit kami nag-switch sa @cleene_ph CLIO. . 💜 With MicroFine bristles that can penetrate the areas in between teeth and gums allowing better interdental cleaning 💜 With anti-slip soft rubber grip for a firm hold and comfortable brushing 💜 Hindi masakit sa gums ang bristles. 💜 Ang softness ng bristles ay tama lang pero ang lakas makalinis. 💜 Ang head ay sakto lang ang laki, hindi sobrang laki or sobrang liit. 💜 Type na type ko ang variant na may Green Trea Extract that helps improve my gum health. 💜 Ang floss eh hindi naghihimulmol habang ginagamit, swabe pa ang hagod at ang sarap ng mint nito sa bibig. . Try ninyo rin, pihadong magugustuhan ninyo rin ang experience. Si Paps panatiko na ng brand na ito mula nang gamitin din niya. . Sa Mercury Drug branches nationwide at suki ninyong supermarkets meron nito. . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmreviews #aapmrecommends #philusacorporation #keepitcleene #cleeneph #supportlocal #proudlypinoymade #BKSMoms #mommybloggersph

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Sisipagin ka talagang maghugas ng mga kamay kapag ganito ka-gentle at kabango sa balat ngunit mabagsik sa germs ang hand soap na gagamitin mo. . Napatunayan ko ang claims ng @cleene_ph ay totoo na ang kanilang Antibacterial Foaming Hand Soap is indulged with refreshing scents, gently cleanses and effectively protects our hands from germs while retaining our skin's natural moisture, leaving our hands clean, soft, and smooth with every use. Gawang-Pinoy pa kaya presyo at de-kalidad na pasado sa Pinoy. 'Gaya ng sabi ko dati, may laban ito sa foaming hand soap ng sikat na beauty brand. . . . . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmreviews #aapmrecommends #pinoymade #proudlyphilippinemade #philusacorporation

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"Mama, ang bango mo naman, amoy Nenuco. Saan mo nakuha ang Nenuco mo?" . 'Yan ang puring may halong pagtataka nang pumasok ako ng kwarto namin after using @cleene_ph Ethyl Alcohol. Ang bango naman talaga kasi. Pwedeng pagsabayin ang disinfection at pagiging amoy malinis na hindi amoy ospital ang peg! Siguro nagtataka si Paps kung saan ko nakuha ang Nenuco na nauso pa noong 90s! Kung batang- 80s or 90s kayo, alam kong makare-relate kayo.🤣 . May favorite alcohol kasi kaming ginagamit for years na medyo pricey kaya napaisip akong subukan ang Cleene kasi mas budget-friendly at gawa ng reputable na local company kaya tiwala akong effective at nakakaengganyang suportahan. Unang gamit ko pa lang, sinabi ko na sa sarili ko na ito na ang brand na patuloy naming gagamitin. . Teka nga pala, ise-share ko sa inyo kung bakit mas preferred gamitin ng pamilya namin ang ethyl alcohol vs isopropyl alcohol. Payo kasi 'yan ng professor namin sa organic chemistry noong college. . Pareho naman silang may disinfectant (pumapatay ng germs o bacteria sa tao, hayop, o living things) at antiseptic (prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms sa non-living objects) properties na effective at 70% concentration kasi madaling mage-evaporate kapag mas mataas pa o magiging hindi effective kung mas mababa naman ang concentration ng alcohol. Pero MAS SAFE ANG ETHYL ALCOHOL kasi ang ethanol ay type ng alcohol na present sa alcoholic beverages. Ibig sabihin, hindi masyadong delikado kapag aksidenteng nainom at walang lasting short-term toxic effects hindi tulad ng isopropyl alcohol na extremely toxic kasi kapag nainom natin ito, nako-convert ito sa acetone na nakasasama sa liver. Kaya para iwas alalahanin, doon na kami sa Ethyl Alcohol at #cleeneph na ang brand na gagamitin namin. Protektado na sa germs and virus ang buong pamilya at ang ilang surfaces ng bahay namin, amoy baby pa kami. Saan ka pa? . . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmrecommends #keepitcleene #cleene #cleeneethylalcohol #ethanol #BKSMoms #mommybloggersph

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Huwag ninyong iismolin ang #ApolloLipBalm! Grabe ang impact ng #LipBalm na ito sa buhay ko! 😁 . I already mentioned before that I couldn't live without lip balm. My lips have the tendency to get really dry kahit pa well-hydrated ako. 'Yan ang reason kung bakit kahit like kong mag-matte lipstick, hindi talaga keri unless ipe-prep ko muna ang lips ko ng lip balm. Pero choosy pa ang lips ko. There are a few lip balm brands na hiyang sa akin kaya hindi ako basta-basta sumusubok ng ibang brands kasi sayang ang money. . Then a friend of mine gave this to me. Wow! Wala akong masabi kundi, wow! . 💜 Superior ang moisturizing power. Ilang oras na, ang soft at moist pa rin ang lips ko. Kapit na kapit. Hindi parang kumain ng litson ang pagka-moist ha? 💜 Nakababata ng look ng lips, promise! 💜 Siksik ang well-sealed tub. It can go a long way! 💜 Sobrang affordable. Pinatunayang hindi porke't mura eh hindi na superb ang quality. 💜 Kapag ito ang pinamprep mo sa lips ko before applying lipstick, ang smooth ng hagod. 💜 Ang sarap ng flavor, hindi ko lang mawari kung strawberry ba o cherry pero masarap siya. 💜 Paraben-free kaya safe na safe gamitin maski ng kids. 💜 Nakaka-fresh ang shade na "Pretty Pink" na highly pigmented pero natural ang dating. I think even males can use it. (Swipe to see my everyday look gamit ito. Never mind my streaks of white hair, wrinkles, and eye bags, just focus on my lips, please. 😂 Mashonda na kasi ang Mama.) . I highly recommend this lip balm! Winner! @apolloskincare . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmreviews #aapmrecommends #philusacorporation #proudlyphilippinemade #supportlocal #BKSMoms #mommybloggersph

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Makulimlim, nagre-relax ang lahat, 'tapos finished na ang hugasin at linisin. Ang sarap umupo sa isang tabi, mag-browse ng konti sa #instagram at langhapin ang bango ng bahay. . @albatrossdeodorizerph Apple sa may entrance, Lavender sa living room, at tropical fruits naman sa stockroom namin. Ang bangong hindi masakit sa ilong! . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmfavorites #aapmrecommends #albatrossdeodorizerph

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I know that upon reading this, you are getting curious about how it feels to be loved by Philusa Corporation through using its products. To get yours, you may purchase them in all Mercury Drug Stores, leading supermarkets nationwide, and online via its official store in Lazada and Shopee. For updates, giveaways, and events, you may follow Philusa Corporation on Facebook.

Hooray to these products created by Philusa Corporation!

Bandolino Shoes: Our Trusted Shoe Brand Through the Years

October 22, 2020

I was raised by a mom who takes dressing up seriously. She would always tell me that dressing for the occasion decently was essential because it was a form of self-respect and respect towards others. She said that doing these should not cost me an arm and leg. I should learn how to choose a few basic or classic pieces that I could mix and match. I should also not be into trends. She would reiterate that I should not sacrifice comfort or wear something that would not speak of my personality because by not doing so, I would just make a fool out of myself.

"You are what you wear. When you wear something that you like from head to toe, you will feel good about yourself and the people around you will feel it. Your clothes and shoes will make or break you so make the right choices," she would say. Yes, indeed. It's true. She was frugal in choosing the right clothing and shoes but she would never sacrifice quality and comfort. She wasn't into expensive and branded clothing. She was very particular in supporting locally-made outfits: elegant, classic, durable, presentable, and most especially, affordable. She would say that buying local would support our Philippine-owned businesses and that would be good for our economy.

In consonance, I also heard my uncle once said to everyone, "The best-footed man is a well-dressed man." He would usually wear simple clothes during meetings or special occasions but his pair of shoes were exceptionally uncommon or unique. His shoes made his total look extraordinary. He would brag that they were Philippine-made, gawang-Marikina.

Growing up in a family who treats choosing the right outfit a serious matter is an advantage. Never in my more than four decades of existence had a bad experience when it comes to choosing the right clothes especially pairs of shoes that would not cause any discomfort or uneasiness when I go out and face the world. Yes, the right outfit which includes the perfect pair of shoes could make me rule the world!

Through the years, Bandolino Shoes is one of the shoe brands that our family trusts. Bandolino never fails to deliver. Its shoes are always classic, stylish, comfortable, and affordable. All the designs are created with every possible client's personality in mind. There are a wide array of designs to choose from, from school shoes, every day wear, to formal wear. You can't get enough when you see its collection in leading department stores and now online due to the "new normal". Bandolino Shoes was founded in 1983 and still holds its title as one of the most reputable local shoe brands in the market today because it embraces change and innovation through the years. No wonder that the brand exists for almost 40 years.

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Excited na talaga akong rumampa ulit kaya naman nagpa-practice na ako rito sa bahay. Please don't judge me, excited lang! 😄 . I am currently wearing my @bandolinoshoes Marga Loafers. Super comfy, parang I walk in the clouds ang peg! Perfect ito sa 'tulad kong "budgetarian" pero hindi iko-compromise ang comfort and style. 🥰 . Through the years #BandolinoShoespH is one of our trusted shoe brands. Highly recommended! Super tibay at maaasahan sa mga lakaran at hindi ako binigo kailaman. Proven 'yan since high school pa lang ako. Huwag nang itanong kung kailan. 😂 Almost 4 decades na kaya ang Bandolino Shoes kaya alam na! 😄 . Sa mga Mars at Pards nating nagbabalak bumili ng shoes, may 10% cashback and up to 20% discount ang Bandolino shoes sa Shopee. 10.10 Sale nila bukas kaya tamang-tama! 𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘁 ₱𝟵𝟵𝟵 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 din! . May ₱𝟮𝟬𝟬 𝘃𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀* 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗯𝘀 din! Follow shopee.ph/bandolino.ph and use the code: BANDOLINO, when placing your order. 😊 *𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘮𝘶𝘮 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘗1,000 𝘝𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘖𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘣𝘦𝘳 1 𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘭 𝘖𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘣𝘦𝘳 9, 2020 . When you #GoLeatherWithBandolino , you are supporting local! Kaya for #shoeessentials, go na with Bandolino! Kaya naman ano pa ang hinihintay ninyo? Grab the opportunity ngayong may sale sila. 🥰 . #1010brandsfestival #allaroundpinaymama #aapmrecommends

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The experience of wearing any pair of Bandolino Shoes can attest to what I am talking about. Sabi nga ng mom ko, "Anak, taon ang bibilangin bago mo palitan ang Bandolino Shoes mo. Maganda at pulido lagi ang pagkakagawa at pagkakatahi. Hindi nababakbak o nasisira kahit matagal nang hindi nagagamit ang sapatos mo basta maayos ang pagkakatago. Hindi masakit sa paa kasi malambot at well-padded." Do you know that from grade school until now, hindi ako binibigo ng Bandolino Shoes? Even my friends can affirm because like us, they are also loyal Bandolino shoe users.

I encourage you to have the same Bandolino shoe experience like our family does. You may shop Bandolino Shoes in the comfort of your own home via Shopee and Zalora. To see updates and promos, like Bandolino Shoes on Facebook and Instagram. By the way, Bandolino Shoes are catered to Asian sizes that's why mine fit well. See how I love my Marga Loafers!

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"𝗜 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱." - 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗹𝗲𝗿 . Yes, indeed, that's why I choose @bandolinoshoes! I am loving my pair of Marga Loafers, sa totoo lang! Nothing beats doing my rampa in a comfy and stylish way! 💟 . #allaroundpinaymama #aapmfavorites #aapmrecommends

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