Product Discovery: Guardian Kids Yoghurt Head to Toe Wash

I'm not that maselan when it comes to baby bath products. As long as mabango ito and it keeps my kids smell fresh the whole day, ok na sa akin yun.

Like this Guardian Kids Yoghurt Head to Toe Wash...

I got these from Guardian (para siyang Watsons) in Malaysia. I tried it with my kids and I really liked it. Ang bango niya, tipong parang ang sarap kainin since fruity siya. Hahaha! Pero in fairness, ang bango ng kids ko the whole day. Walang amoy asim sa katawan kahit mga active sila.

Kaya nga kapag may relatives ako na pumupunta ng Malaysia, nagpapabili talaga ako. =) I think sa Malaysia lang siya meron kasi wala sa Guardian ng Hongkong, Indonesia and Singapore nung nagtry ako magpabili eh.

How about you, anong mga bath products ang gamit niyo sa kids niyo?

New Kitchen Appliance

After my twins' portfolio review, I told hubby na dumaan muna kami ng HMR saglit. Sabi ko maghahanap lang ako ng manual lawnmower. Nakita ko kasi sa IG ni Patty Laurel na nakabili yung dad niya ng manual na lawnmower dun and I badly needed one para sa mga damo damo dito sa house namin.

Anyway, the usual me, sinuyod ko yung buong HMR. Inisa isa ko and inulirat ko yung mga tinda doon. Unfortunately, wala akong nakitang manual na lawnmower. =(

Pero, may nabili pa rin naman ako, and eto yun...

Yup! It's a bread toaster! Ang babaw ano? Haha! Actually, matagal ko na gusto bumili ng bread toaster, mahilig kasi sa toast si hubby and mga kiddos ko. Di ako nakakabili kasi ang parati kong nakikita, pang two pieces na bread lang. Pero this one, perfect! Aside sa pang four pieces siya na bread, may additional features pa like yung reheat and defrost. Tapos, pwede mo pa iset kung ilang minutes mo ito-toast.

And guess what? mukha siyang mahal di ba? Mura lang yan... P599.00 ko lang nabili. Take note, brand new pa yan(May items kasi sa HMR na second hand eh)! Sulit the price ano?

The brand nga pala is Homemaker. Actually, may promo sila that time for that brand. Buy 1 then take any other item of the same brand for 50%. Bibili sana ako ng handheld steamer for clothes kaso nag-iisa na lang yung item tapos hindi pa gumagana. =( Hindi na lang ako nag-avail ng promo since ayaw kong bumili ng something na hindi ko naman kailangan.


Here's how it works...

Nakakagulat ano? Exagge lang ang pag-angat ng breads pagkatapos matoast eh. Hahaha!

Lam niyo, may drawback lang ang pagbili ko nito. Lumakas kami sa Tinapay at palaman!!! One pack of Gardenia bread a day kami!!! Di naman ako mamumulubi ano? Hahaha! Anyway, ok lang, as long as masaya at busog ang mag-aama ko. =)

Bubble Man Dishwashing Liquid Soap and The Company Behind It

Since I tried and tested Bubble Man Dishwashing Liquid Soap, I will now share some information about the product and the company behind it...


BUBBLE MAN DISHWASHING LIQUID SOAP


Product Description

"Bubble Man" Dishwashing Liquid is a highly effective kitchen, food premises cleaner and degreaser, safe on virtually all surface (plastics, metal surfaces, ceramics etc).

The chemicals used are:

• Non-flammable
• Non-toxic
• 97+% of the chemicals used are readily BIODEGRADABLE.
• Contents are free of sodium hydroxide. Sodium hydroxide is used to balance pH of the formulation, however it causes irritability for your hands and extreme dryness. Sodium hydroxide is used usually for cheaper chemicals.
• Phosphate-free formula.  STPP (Sodium tripolyphosphate) is a cheaper chemical but is banned in many countries because of its harmful effects to our environment.
• Long-lasting bubbles help reduces sink water changeover.
• Effective even at 3% dilution. 30 mL then add water to 1000 mL. For normal use, it could last you for almost 5 days.
• Easy Rinse - Easy rinse safety specially washing baby bottles. Leaves no soapy residue.
• Gentle on hands - doesn't remove the natural oils from your skin and doesn't cause irritation and dryness to your skin compared to other harsh formulations.

Commitment to Improve

• Bubble Man has been improving over the years, from formulation to branding and to its packaging, we continue to improve our product. This is because Mikewell World of Household Products Corp. is dedicated to give you the best, we believe that we can improve the quality of life by having clean homes and a safe environment.
• From left to right (2006, 2010, 2013)

Advantages

Quality Formulation 

• we use quality modern chemicals that are environmentally friendly and effective
• deigned to rinse easily
• gentle on hands

Very Good Branding

The name Bubble Man communicates cleaning, quality and fun. We do marketing supports and we actively participate on events together with our business partners (supermarkets, groceries) to create product awareness.

Sustainability Principle

Zero waste principle. Zero water waste. Zero water waste.

Very Economical

Effective even at very low concentration.

Cost Effective

Our price is almost 3x cheaper vs other brands.

We Never Stop Improving

We always change to be better.

Specification

• Appearance: clear liquid
• Colour: Green, Yellow, Blue
• Odour: Kalamansi, Lemon, Antibac
• pH Value: 8.5 +/- 0.5
• Solubility: Complete soluble in water
• Packing: PET bottles, PET -12/LLDPE Opaque Pouch

Storage

Store in cool and dry place.

Packing

880 mL, 55 mL, 270 mL (left to right)

COMPANY PROFILE


Mikewell World of Household Corporation

"Affordable quality through integrity and innovation"


The Company

More than one year of complete rigid research and development was conducted by two friends and Mikewell World of Household Products Company was born. This company is run by two registered chemical engineers who are graduates of Mapua Institute of Technology: (1) Engr. Michael Sotingco – B.S. Chemical Engineering and Chemistry; (2) Engr. Lowell Holder Lim Jr. – B.S. Chemical Engineering Minor in Management. MIKEWELL W.H.P. CO. was registered under Security Exchange Commission (SEC) Registration No. PG200512061 last August 17, 2005 and is currently holding office at 21 Miller St. Brgy. Bungad, Quezon City. The company started full operations last November 2006.

This two-man team assures the quality of the company’s products – its eco-efficiency and its sustainability from the planning stage to the marketing to the distribution of the products and to product improvement.


Mission Vision

Our Purpose

“5124” – By the year 2024, We will dominate 51% of the market share.

Our Envisioned Future


To improve the Quality of Life by having Clean Home and Safe Environment .


Values

Professionalism

We shall operate within the letter and spirit of the law complying with business and environmental regulations

Integrity

All personnel involved in the business . will be honest, transparent and straight forward not only with each other but most especially to the products’ end-users.

High Quality and Excellence

We shall work on the basis of sound science, applying rigorous standards of product safety, accurately and properly labeled, advertised and communicated indicating safety precautions for the products’ intended use.

Customer Satisfaction

We shall create and deliver products, packaging, and concepts that build winning brand equities without adding the burdens of cost to the consumers.

Commitment to the Environment

We shall also be committed to continuously improving the way we manage our environmental impacts.

Commitment to the Society

We shall aim to make positive impact in many ways: through our products, through our commercial operations and relationships, through voluntary contributions, and through the various other ways in which we engage with society.

Clientless Market

The company also caters the requirements of different industries namely hospitality industries i.e. hotels, motels, restaurants, industrial, commercial and manufacturing industries particularly the housekeeping needs, car wash establishments, laundry establishments, and leading and small groceries and even “sari-sari” stores.

Brand

Product Review: Bubble Man Dishwashing Liquid Soap

When it comes to household products, I'm always on the verge of trying new ones. Meaning to say, I don't really stick to a particular brand specially when I discover that there is a cheaper but better one. It isn't really not being loyal. Instead, I call it being practical.

Like for dishwashing liquid soap, you not only use it everyday but at least three times a day. So malakas talaga ang gamit nito so you have to at least try to look for some alternative products if you want to save on your monthly grocery expenses. Kaya nga when I was asked to try and blog about Bubble Man dishwashing liquid soap, I immediately agreed lalo na nung nalaman ko na it's a local brand.

The variants of dishwashing liquid soap that they sent me include antibac, lemon and kalamsi.

Siyempre, I tried all of them and did some research before writing this blog entry. So here's my personal opinion about the product...


Product

In terms of packaging, you can see that it is presentable and comparable to other brands. The plastic container, I could say, is durable. Hindi siya yung malambot na tipong tinipid. What I like with their packaging is their cap. It's not the flip cap type which easily breaks due to often use. And ang ganda din sa cap nila is that mas nacocontrol mo yung labas ng liquid soap.

For the smell, I could say na hindi masakit sa ilong. Yung ibang brand kasi parang gumuguhit sa ilong yung amoy. This product has mild scent. Yung tipong masarap amuy amoyin. My favorite scent is the kalamansi.

I checked also the consistency of the liquid. I could say na hindi siya malabnaw. Kasi yung ibang product, mura nga pero sobrang labnaw naman. So talo ka pa rin bandang huli dahil mas mapapalakas ang gamit.

For the appearance of the liquid soap, they used appropriate colors - blue for the antibac, yellow for lemon and green for kalamsi. Same same lang with the other brands.

In terms of effectiveness, it really cleans well. I tried using it in two ways - splotching it directly to the sponge (as directed) and diluting it with water. Both ways, it's effective.

After rinsing it, you can really feel that you thoroughly washed your dishes. Walang dulas! Aside from that, it is easy to rinse din. Hindi makapit yung soap and yung amoy niya. So tipid ka rin sa tubig. =)

Kamusta naman sa kamay ko? Like what the product claims, it is really gently on hands. Hindi siya tulad ng iba na ramdam mo yung tapang ng sabon na tipong kakatihin yung kamay mo. Feel mo rin na hindi nagdri-dry yung skin mo after using it.


Price

Siyempre I asked them for the price list since price is an important determining factor in buying a product.

For a single 270ml, it is priced at P32.50 for all variants. And for their promo which is 2 x 270ml, it is priced at P55.00 for all variants (P27.50 each). Ang mura di ba? Lalo na yung promo nila kasi lalabas P27.50 lang ang isa.

I went to the supermarket to check the prices of the other brands. Mas cheaper talaga ang Bubble Man. The cheapest product that I saw is priced at P32.25 pero it's only 250ml. Then for the leading brand naman, it is priced at P66.95 for a 250ml bottle (lemon and kalamansi variants) and P76.95 for a 250ml bottle of antibac variant.

For a single 880ml naman, it is priced at P65.00 for all variants. And for their promo 2 x 880ml, it is priced at P120.00 for all variants (P60.00 each).

When I checked the price of the leading brand, the price is P198.50 for an 800ml bottle (lemon and kalamansi variants) and P217.95 for an 800ml bottle of antibac variant.

Ang laki ng price difference ng Bubble Man dishwashing liquid soap sa leading brand di ba? More than triple kung icocompute natin. Tapos mas premium pa kapag antibac. Just imagine kung gaano kalaki ang matitipid di ba?


Where to buy?

I also asked them where I could buy Bubble Dishwashing Liquid Soap. Unfamiliar kasi sa akin and parang hindi ko nakikita sa supermarket where I do my grocery shopping.

According to them, you can buy the product at the following supermarkets/stores:

• Puregold
• Walter Mart
• San Roque Supermarket
• Gaisano
• Robinsons Supermarket
• Mercury Drug
• Fisher Mall
• The Landmark
• LCC

Marami rami na rin pala. So next time aware na ako. Madalas kasi I do my grocery shopping at Makati Supermarket but once in a while I also go to Puregold. 

The Verdict?

I highly recommend Bubble Man Dishwashing Liquid! Aside from being effective, it's very very affordable and economical! Plus the fact that it's easy to rinse and very gentle to your hands.

Other than that, remember that it's manufactured by a local company. Gawang Pinoy! So aside from saving a lot of money, we are supporting a local brand too.

Kaya guys, try na!

Food Discovery: Jack n' Jill Calbee Jagabee Potato Fries

From my latest trip to the supermarket last Saturday, I discovered a new product of Jack n' Jill. I don't know ha kung bago lang talaga siya, kasi it was my first time to see this product.

It's the Jack n' Jill Calbee Jagabee...

Since I wanted to try it, I bought all the 3 flavors - Classic Salted, Garlic and Cheese flavor. Yes, ganun talaga ako. Lahat talaga ng flavors binili ko para itry. Hahaha!

I first opened the classic salted flavor pack. Siyempre, you always try the classic flavor first! And the verdict? It's a yum yum!!! Kitang kita mo na real potatoes siya. Para lang siyang french fries na air fried.

The only drawback with this product is medyo bitin ang laman ng isang mini pack. Siguro ako I can eat 3 mini packs in one sitting. I tried checking the nutrition facts at the back, medyo mataas ang calorie content niya. Maybe that explains why konti ang laman ng isang mini pack.

Anyway, with the price naman, P62.00 lang siya for the stand up pouch (contains 5 mini packs). Pwede na di ba? Considering na real potatoes siya. Para ka na rin bumili ng large fries sa Mc Do. Hehe.

I haven't tried the other flavors yet. Pero I'm sure masarap din yun. I'll definitely buy packs of these products in my next grocery shopping! =)

Product Discovery: Adarna Books in Two Languages

One thing that I want my kids to develop is the love of reading. Reading kasi is very beneficial. Aside from broadening one's knowledge, it widens also one's vocabulary. Aside from that, mas ok di ba if you see your kids spend time with books rather than video games during their spare time?

Anyway, last Thursday, hubby and I attended a parenting seminar sponsored by The Master's Academy. At the conference, there were a lot of booths selling educational tools, toys, books, educational plans, etc. Hindi ko na actually pinansin yung ibang booths, I just went to Adarna Publishing booth and checked out there books.

Ang gaganda their books and not that expensive. Ang ganda kasi well illustrated and the stories teaches something. Alam niyo yun, hindi lang basta story pero may something na itinuturo sa kids. Tapos ang bumenta talaga sa akin is that they have story books in 2 languages - Filipino and English! Ang galing di ba? Hindi ko na kailangan mahirapan magtranslate. Need ko rin yan sa kambal para matuto ng Filipino language since their mother tongue is English.

So there, I bought seven books for the twins. Each book is priced at P70.00 na lang from P79.00. Kung pwede lang eh, binili ko na lahat pero siyempre we have to prioritize other things.

Here are the books that I bought:

Mario's Special Day...

Isang Mayang Uhaw...

Si Pilandok at ang Manok na Nangitngitlog ng Ginto...

Si Pilandok sa Kaharian sa Dagat...

Si Pilandok, ang Bantay ng Kalikasan...

Si Pilandok at ang mga Buwaya...

Si Pilandok Sa Pulo ng Pawikan...

I actually started reading some of the stories to the twins and I could say that they like it so much. I really hope that someday I could see them reading a lot of books! =)

P.S. from Aeropostale Kids Fair

Last November 22, I (together with my boys) attended the launch of P.S. from Aeropostale at the UP Town Center Ampitheater. We were there early since I'm very excited because it was told to me that it will be a fun-filled afternoon for the kids. Alam niyo naman ako, basta sa ika-eenjoy ng aking mga Kulilits, go ako kahit sobrang layo pa niyan.

When we got there, hindi pa nag-start ang program and iilan pa lang ang tao. So, I roamed around muna and took some pictures.

Here is the stage/catwak...

A doodle wall...

Instead of chairs, they provided bean bags which the Kulilits really enjoyed...

Some booths for the food, refreshments and activities...

More food carts...

For the activities, they have temporary tattoos...

and design your own loot bag using stamps...

Before the program started, food were served first. Apart from the food that you can get from the food carts, there were some pica pica catered by Bizu.

Here are Kulilits enjoying their food...

Since it was the Kulilits' SLEEPING TIME + BUSOG due to food overload + TIREDNESS due to activities, my Kulilits were knocked out before the actual program started...

The program was hosted by Joyce Pring...

Before the fashion show, there was a raffle...

And, of course, the highlight of the event is the fashion show showcasing clothes of Aeropostale and P.S. from Aeropostale.

The program ended with these shiny and colorful confetti...

As an event finale, an outdoor movie "How to Train Your Dragon 2" was supposed to be shown. Unfortunately, there was a heavy downpour of rain that's why it was cancelled. Anyhow, we still enjoyed the event.

Congratulations Aeropostale for the launch of P.S. from Aeropostale! =)

Lactacyd: Anne Curtis Reveals 'The Gifted' Joys of Femininity

Talented, glamorous, funny and smart. What’s not to like or love about actress Anne Curtis? But just when you think you already s aw the best of her in her many blockbuster films and TV titular roles, Anne makes buzz anew on the big screen with an “enormous” starring role in Viva Films’ new dark comedy movie, “The Gifted.”

With a new film and a successful showbiz career spanning 17 years, Anne is indeed on top of her league. But what makes the “Annebisyosa” so interesting to the public eye? The secret perhaps lies in the way she exudes grace, strength and confidence -- ideals of a multi-faceted modern woman that Lactacyd, the world’s the expert on feminine hygiene, pays tribute to in its latest range of intimate care solutions.

Made from natural and mild milk-based ingredients (lactoserum and lactic acid) the latest range of Lactacyd feminine products now offers more choices with distinct beneficial enhancers that match the various personalities, lifestyles and hygienic care needs of today’s contemporary women.

As a celebrity icon, a concert artist, TV host and product endorser, Anne is definitely no stranger to such demanding mix of shifting roles, both in reel and real life. According to the 29-year-old actress, every woman can still be at her best self amid hectic daily routines and  lifestyles.

“Personally, I make sure to bring out my best in all performances, whether they are on television, film, and even in real life. To do so, I have to be always healthy and confident, and that includes taking good care of myself so I could be consistently on top of my game and focused in everything that I do,” said Anne, who has been Lactacyd’s endorser since 2012.

Like Anne, each woman has her own beautiful personal journey: whether as a doting mother, a high-flying career woman, or a young achiever, she needs a constant care partner to keep her fresh and clean all throughout so she can go with her everyday activities worry-free.

Understanding these unique needs, Lactacyd translates these via a full range of products that best suits every woman’s delicate hygiene needs:
   
Protecting - the classic variant that keeps itching, irritation and odor away via its delicate and  caring properties

Revitalize - the feminine wash with Vitamin E and collagen ingredients to enhance skin softness, suppleness and firmness

White Intimate – a natural and safe lightening feminine wash that lightens the bikini area within 4 weeks1

All-Day Care - formerly known as Lactacyd Fresh Radiance, for everyday protection and freshness

Cool and Fresh - which promotes cooling and longer-lasting freshness2 against heat and feeling of stickiness in the intimate area
                                   
Lactacyd’s new feminine care range celebrates the joys and gentle spirit of femininity that is unique and wonderful in every woman. With five variants to choose from, Lactacyd empowers all types of women to be the best kind of woman they can be.
                                                                                                                       


References:
1. Based on clinical trial, June 2011.
2. Based on product use test, Singapore, Sept-Oct 2012.

Lactacyd: Unique Care For Every Woman

Lactacyd brings fresh look, more ‘personal’ dimension to intimate care with latest range of feminine care solutions


Intimate care is an essential aspect of every woman’s health and well-being. In addition to preventing irritation, odor, itching and other discomforts, practicing proper hygiene is also an effective prevention against infections.  Understanding that these hygienic necessities are unique, sensitive and special in their own ways, Lactacyd, the feminine hygiene expert, gives a more “personalized” approach to intimate care with its new range of benefit-enriched solutions.

With 25 years of experience, Lactacyd formally unveiled its latest range in the Philippines with no less than top model, TV and movie actress Anne Curtis, Lactacyd’s brand ambassador since 2012. The press launch was held recently at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, with company officials, VIPs, and select media in attendance.


Five choices for today’s modern women

Carrying the brand’s promise to provide safe and natural care, the latest range of Lactacyd now offers more choices and distinct benefits that match the various personalities, lifestyles and hygienic care needs of today’s modern women. Made from natural and mild milk-based ingredients, lactoserum and lactic acid – Lactacyd’s unique formulation complements a woman’s pH while effectively helping to prevent irritation and problems caused by bacteria.

For pure cleansing, Lactacyd Protecting is perfect for women who may experience irritation as a result of daily activities and humidity. Thanks to lactoserum and lactic acid, this classic Lactacyd keeps itching, irritation and odor away through its delicate caring properties.

Meanwhile, Lactacyd White Intimate is a whitening feminine wash that provides women with safe and clinically-tested cleansing with effective lightening of the bikini area.   Made with natural plant-based Actipone-B, marine-based Algowhite, and milk-ingredients, Lactacyd White Intimate gently lightens the intimate area within 4 weeks1 that’s why it’s preferred by 9 out of 10 Asian women2.

For youth-reviving benefits, Lactacyd Revitalize is an innovative feminine wash that goes beyond cleansing. Promoting both skin elasticity and softness, it has Vitamin E and collagen which are known ingredients to enhance skin softness, suppleness and firmness. Users claim to achieve 90% skin youthfulness in just 10 days3.

Life becomes more breezy for women with Lactacyd All-Day Care (formerly known as Lactacyd Fresh Radiance), as it provides them with just the right amount of everyday cleansing. This variant combines natural milk extracts with light floral scent that gently cleanses and refreshes the intimate area. It also comes in handy All-Day Care Wipes for on-the-go feminine care.

The brand’s latest variant, Lactacyd Cool and Fresh, helps women stay pleasantly protected and confident with its longer-lasting freshness4. Made with menthol essences and milk extracts, this clear and mildly soothing variant effectively provides cooling and longer-lasting freshness against the sticky-icky feeling down there.

“Lactacyd understands that each woman is unique, and with needs different from one another; especially when it comes to intimate care. This is why we now have a wide range of products to meet women's intimate care needs that go beyond cleansing. This new range also comes in a new look to showcase the different benefits we offer; thus making it easier for the women to choose which Lactacyd is best for them," said Aldellyn Po, Franchise Manager for Lactacyd.

“By staying true to our brand belief, we have empowered generations of women to stay healthy and feel confident with products that offer cleanliness, freshness, and comfort for the confidence every woman needs to bring out her best,” said Charlene Banzal, Business Unit Director for Sanofi Consumer Health Care.

The latest Lactacyd intimate care range is now available in leading drugstores, supermarkets and beauty shops nationwide. For more information, visit www.lactacyd.ph or follow by liking its Facebook and Instagram pages (womantalks).



References:
1. Based on clinical trial, June 2011.
2. Based on product use test on Asian women, Ipsos Sept-Dec 2011.
3. Based on product use test, TNS Sept-Oct 2012.
4. Based on product use test, Singapore, Sept-Oct 2012.

Lactacyd: Intimate Journeys, Different Stories

No two women are alike.

Every woman has her own story.

She embarks on her personal journey daily. Whether she balances her time for work, play, family and everything else that comes in between, she needs the perfect companion to accompany her in her everyday adventure of choice.

Lactacyd understands that every woman has distinct needs. That is why Lactacyd came up with a full range of feminine care that suits the different types of women best.

A woman with style, grace and power. With attitude that matches her attitude , she knows what she wants and puts premium in what she needs. She needs a companion like Lactacyd Protecting, or the Classic variant, which special lactoserum and lactic acid formulation offers protection from odor and itching to keep up with her every day journey to the top. Whether at work or play, she's secured that she's well-taken care of.

For women who like keeping things simple and breeze through life with the greatest of ease, her journey can be best enjoyed with the Lactacyd All-Day Care. A back-to basics approach to feminine hygiene, this lightly-scented variant contains natural milk extracts that gently cleanse and refresh the intimate area.  It offers whole day freshness for ladies who just want to make the most out of life. It also comes in handy All-Day Care Feminine Wipes sachet for on-the-go hygiene care.

Some women like to show off. For women who like to flaunt their fabulousness and bask in the limelight, the Lactacyd White Intimate is the perfect companion for this “It” girl. Providing hypoallergenic and dermatologically-safe lightening, this variant is made with natural whitening ingredients: plant-based Actipone-B and marine-based Algowhite to gently lighten the skin around the intimate area. Never be afraid to show off some (or even more) skin and embark on daring adventures with this intimate care variant -- a natural and safe whitening feminine wash that is preferred by 9 out of 10 Asian women1 because of its proven lightening effects in the bikini area in just four weeks2.

Age is but a number for women who are continuously on the go and live fast-paced lives. Prone to premature ageing, they need Lactacyd Revitalize, an intimate care product that goes beyond cleansing and help bring 90% skin youthfulness back in just 10 days3. The feminine wash with Vitamin E and collagen that enhances skin softness and firmness, its moisturizing effects make skin soft and supple to touch -- keeping women on top of their game while feeling (and looking) young all over again.

A ray of sunshine. A burst of happiness. For women who like to enjoy life to the fullest, they need an intimate care partner that will make them feel fresh and cool, longer. The Lactacyd Cool and Fresh variant promises a refreshing day all through out to keep the mood up when the temperature rises. Made with a special combination of milk extracts and menthol essences, this mildly soothing variant not only provides best cleansing and protection, but also natural cooling essences to give longer freshness4 against heat and feeling of stickiness in the intimate area.

So what's your story?

Take Lactacyd to your next journey.

You know what's best for you.


References:
1. Based on product use test on Asian women, Ipsos Sept-Dec 2011.
2. Based on clinical trial, June 2011.
3. Based on product use test, TNS Sept-Oct 2012.
4. Based on product use test, Singapore, Sept-Oct 2012.

Food Discovery: Poker Vanilla Cream Wafers

In my quest to find Bambu Milk Cream Wafer Sandwich, I discovered Poker Vanilla Cream Wafers...

I (with Mama G as the financier) bought it from Savemore Supermarket at Festival Supermall. It tastes so much the same as the Bambu brand and the Kulilits loved it also. It is an imported brand that's why it's quite expensive. Nevertheless, it's worth it!!!

Product Review: Tiny Buds Baby Bottle & Utensil Wash

I would like to thank Tiny Buds for sending me some of their products to try on. I'm really excited to try them all lalo na yung mga baby products nila since in 3 months time, I'll give birth na.

What I tried first is their Baby Bottle & Utensil Wash...

Since my toddlers (2 y/o twins) are not using baby bottles anymore, I'm already using a regular dishwashing liquid for their plates, utensils and drinking bottles. Before, I'm using a baby bottle cleanser which costs a lot that's why I decided to switch to a regular dishwashing liquid when they stopped bottle feeding.

I tried using Tiny Buds Baby Bottle & Utensil Wash in cleaning the twins' dirty plates and utensils...

First, I soaked the plates and utensils in a basin of water with 3 pumps of Tiny Buds Baby Bottle & Utensil Wash...

Then, I scrubbed the plates and utensils until all the dirt are removed...

After scrubbing, I rinsed it thoroughly...

That's it! The plates and utensils are already cleaned. =) Very easy to use ano?

Well, what I like about this product are the following:

• Like what I said earlier, it is very easy to use. Babad lang then konting scrub and rinse, finish ka na.
• Very matipid gamitin. 2 to 3 pumps lang in a basin of water, it could clean na a number of accessories and utensils.
• It's Natural. It means that it is safe for babies because it is free from harmful chemicals. When I read the ingredients, it is made from natural surfactant from fruits and food grade aloe vera extract.
• It is mild. So gentle siya siya sa hands natin mga mommies. Like when I tried it, hindi nangati yung hands ko. Ako pa naman, may allergy sa mga sabon sabon na panglaba and pangwash.
• It has a mild scent. Hindi siya nakakabahing. Sakto lang yung amoy niya for a baby product.
• It has a safety cap. Great idea ito ha. At least may protection sa mga crawling insects. Yun lang medyo medaling matanggal.
• It can also be used to clean fruits and vegetables.
• It's Paraben-Free - Paraben is a group of compounds used as preservatives in pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and in the food industry (from Wikipidia) which is cancer causing.
• SLS-Free. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is a surfactant and foamer usually found in industrial-strength cleaners
• It comes also with a refill pack and a one week pack which makes it very economical.
• And based on the write-up, it is readily available in almost all department stores.

On the negative side, the only thing that I don't like about the product is that it's not that mabula as they claim it: "Twice the bubbles for a deeper clean". Usually kasi for soaps, we based it on the bubbles kapag effective eh. Pero for me, it's not that big deal naman. As long as it does it job, ok na sa akin. Like when I used it, effective naman eh kasi after rinsing the plates, it's not that madulas unlike sa ibang dishwashing liquid na kailanan mo pang gamitan ng isang katerbang tubig para mawala yung dulas.

For more information about Tiny Buds and their other products, visit and like their Facebook page at
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For the Tiny Buds Baby Bottle and Utensil Wash, here is a write-up below which could explain you more about the product...

Wash Away Mom’s Worries!

by: Ms. Redge Jimenez-Lopez
Tiny Buds Bottle & Utensil Wash, made from Food Safe Ingredients

Chemically tainted baby bottles?  Moms, especially those who work outside their homes and leave the care of their toddlers to yayas, need to be assured that when they go outside, baby bottles will not only be germ-free but also toxin-free! A shiny and seemingly clean bottle does not mean a safe bottle to use for babies. Commercial dishwashing liquid can make household utensils squeaky clean, however, the danger of traces of chemical residue left behind as a result of not thoroughly rinsing off baby bottles is always there.

The thought of the possibility of those harsh chemical mixing in the formula of your babies constantly worries mommies.

Wash away those worries by using Tiny Buds Bottle & Utensil Wash, made from food grade ingredients, thicker concentration and not  watery, comes in light  green apple scent  that cleans the bottles well and does not leave an unpleasant  smell on the nipple of baby bottle. It also guaranteed  Paraben- free, *SLS-free and is biodegradable and earth friendly.

Tiny Buds Bottle Wash comes in a slim capped bottles that takes up little storage space in the pantry. It can be dispensed in a bottle container with a safety cap; a special safety feature that shields away from crawling insects at night and other contaminants when left in the washing area.  A safety feature most mommies value and what's more, it also comes in a refillable pack.

More and more moms have discovered  the effectiveness and safety of Tiny Buds Bottle Wash.  For instance, Nurse is aware of the harmful effects of SLS such that when she found out about this new product, she immediately replaced her usual dishwashing detergent that she uses for the baby bottles of her almost 1-year old son, Sebastian Al-Qasem.

“I don’t want my baby to be exposed to SLS. That is why I use Tiny Buds Bottle Wash because it does not have SLS. Its lather is rich. At the same time, it does not have a strong smell like detergent,” she explains.

Other Tiny Buds products you should try are:

Rice Baby Powder is a premium quality baby powder made from 100% real rice grains. This biodegradable and hypo allergenic baby powder is completely free from harmful talc and other chemicals found in other commercial baby powder. It keeps the baby’s skin healthy fresh, moisturize and dry from perspiration.

Kid’s Hand Sanitizer Spray is made from food safe ingredients,  tough on harmful bacteria and gentle on skin. Comes in 3 exciting scents with aloe vera extract. It’s safe for kids, with less irritating alcohol smell compared to regular sanitizers.

Sticky Hand Wipes is gently formulated with chamomile and vitamin E to clean and moisturize baby’s skin. It is Paraben-free, alcohol-free and made of food safe ingredients.  It’s extra thick and silky soft for baby’s comfort.

Scratch Off! After-bite Cool Soothing Relief Gel-all natural ingredients which is eco-cert, best for kids and parents too. Gets the itch out in seconds.

In a Rash! Soothing Lite Cream for Baby Diaper Rashes - Made of eco-certified ingredients . See the redness out in minutes!

Tiny Fangs Natural Toothgel Stage 1 &2, a preparatory tooth gel for babies and kids free from Parabens and SLS free. Comes in Strawberry Banana Flavor without foam.

And Tutti Fruitti Flavour with lite mint and low foam formula.

For inquiries and free samples , please visit our Facebook page: facebook.com/tinybuds. 

Tiny Buds Natural Baby Products are available at:  Selected Watson Stores., Mercury Drugstores, Baby Co stores, Rustan’s Department Store & Supermarkets Shopwise Supermarket, Robinson’s supermarket,  Babyland, Numa, Toys ‘R Us, Landmark, Unimart, Cash and Carry, Pioneer, Makati Supermarket, Metro Gaisano, Puregold Duty Free, Shoppers Mart, Waltermart, Bora Budget Mart, Sta. Lucia Mall,South Supermarket, Cherry Foodarama, Baby Steps, Citimart, LCC Supermarket, 360 Pharmacy, Gaisano Capital, Fooda Supermarket, Iloilo Supermarket, Gaisano Mall  of Davao, Alturas Supermarket & Department Store, LCC Department Store, HB1, NCCC, NCX, Ororama, & Lopue’s Department Store. 

*SLS (short for sodium lauryl sulfate) is a surfactant and foamer usually found in industrial-strength cleaners