The Beauty Beat: Here's Your Much-Needed Beauty Fix

Neutrogena’s Visible Repair Line Comes to the Philippines

Hitting the pause button on aging becomes a top skincare priority as we enter our late twenties. Physical, environmental, and even emotional stressors affect the appearance and overall health of our skin; and unfortunately, collagen production slows down over time, making the natural recovery process a little more difficult to navigate. Such has us turning to active ingredients for help, and retinol has proven itself to be quite the superstar in turning back time. 

Neutrogena’s latest innovation, the Visible Repair product line, is an advanced skincare solution formulated to target early signs of aging, helping to rejuvenate and renew your skin. The Patented Pure Retinol formula accelerates skin renewal, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles while enhancing skin tone and texture. Advanced Antioxidants protect against environmental damage to collagen, and the Comfort Complex nourishes and hydrates skin, reducing the irritation that sometimes comes when starting a retinol routine. Each product in the line delivers visible results for smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin in as little as seven days.

Neutrogena also introduced Megan Young and Kaila Estrada as the new ambassadors of the Visible Repair line. Young expressed her enthusiasm for Neutrogena Visible Repair, saying, “I’ve always believed in the importance of taking care of my skin, especially as I’ve gotten older. I love how it fits seamlessly into my daily routine and delivers visible results quickly.” Neutrogena Visible Repair is available exclusively in Watsons stores and can be purchased online via Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop. —MJ Jose

NEW Lounge is finally open in Beverly Hills!

Our favorite haven for eyelash extensions and beautiful nails NEW Lounge has reached far and wide and has landed on American soil. The much-awaited Beverly Hills branch is finally open, in Rodeo Drive, no less! The vision of CEO Rachelle Bravo from years ago has finally come into fruition. They call it "A reality of epic proportions from our humble beginnings." With countless branches in the Philippines, it's but natural for the brand to aspire to reach both Filipinos and foreigners alike in the US, and now, that has finally come true last July 25, 2024 with a launch dubbed "Future Perfect".

“This is the culmination of our love and passion for NEW Lounge. This milestone will not only highlight our roots as Filipinos, but also champion the heart, dedication, and collective stories of our Lash Dolls, the community and Filipino talent to the world. We are also bringing in the best Japanese technology, merging it with Filipino hospitality, in a holistic customer journey. We call it the NEW Lounge Magic,” shared NEW Lounge founder and Chief executive officer Rachelle Bravo."

NEW Lounge Beverly Hills will house signature and exclusive designs to the LA Lash Dolls and will also offer the bestselling services of its Philippine counterpart. During their soft opening, the brand had already serviced celebrities Adriana Lima and Bella Poarch through home calls. The brand also introduced lash and nail designs exclusively to this lounge: LA Exclusive Volume, an original design developed by their skilled eyelash experts to match the iconic LA lifestyle, and has a wispy, dramatic volume that suits all LA Lash Dolls’ walk of life, and the Aurora Nails, a unique color-shifting design that intricately captures the light dance of the Aurora Borealis. Visit their website and follow them on Instagram @newlounge.us for updates.

Pond's launches the first ever Microbiome Analyzer powered by leading edge technology—and Belle Mariano was first to try it!

Ever wonder what's truly going on under your skin? We only ever see what's reflected in the mirror, or we can go on dermatologist clinic visits to ask about our skin concerns, but have you ever considered taking a closer look using technology? If you ever decide to take matters into your own hands, consider Pond's game-changing innovation: the Microbiome Analyzer, technology that detects your distinct skin microbiome and provides skincare advice based on science.

The launch, which was held recently at Watsons Philippines and graced by young superstar actress/singer Belle Mariano, paved the way for a new generation of skincare innovation in the country. For consumers like ourselves, this new technology empowers us to dig deeper, to know our skin better, and to make better choices when it comes to spending on beauty products.

Curious about how it works? Check out the simple steps below:

1. Provide a Sample: An on-site beauty advisor will assist in collecting a microbiome sample. All it takes is a gentle swab of your skin.
2. Test Processing: The sample will be processed and within 60mins, the analysis will be completed.
3. Custom Skincare Consultation: Your beauty advisor will generate your microbiome report, including personalized skincare recommendations.

Follow Pond's on Instagram @pondsph for more updates.

Benefit launches two new must-have lip products: the Plushtint & the Splashtint

It's truly the era of the lip tint/gloss/stain/jelly! If you're still unsure of what you like, we have a guide to help you navigate this fun season for your pout! And speaking of fun, Benefit Cosmetics recently held a super fun school-themed launch for its newest drop: the Splashtint and the Plushtint! The Splashtint is hydrating dewy lip tint for a juicy fresh look that leaves color on your lips all day, while the Plushtint is a luxurious matte lip tint for a velvety soft pout that's smudge-proof and water-resistant! Shop here.