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This September, leading online fashion platform Zilingo, released their latest trends selection. Doused in plaid and preppy looks, the collection boasts different cuts and arresting foray of silhouettes.

Doing some skincare with Pond's Age Miracle Day Cream changed how I looked and took care of my skin. Check out my review of the Pond's Cream and share your experiences, too!

So, do you remember the time when I won a Pond's package from one of Zalora's Instagram contests? Well, that winning experience is also one of the best things that ever happened to my skin.

One of my favorites from my prize was the Pond's Age Miracle Day Cream. Here's what they say about their product.

About Pond's Age Miracle Day Cream

The New Pond's Age Miracle Day Cream has Pond's' most advanced anti-aging technology, Retinol-C Complex, to continuously release powerful anti-aging retinoid actives that work 24 hours nonstop to help reduce wrinkles for a youthful glow.

[It works to] enhance the overall radiance of your skin while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Pond’s Age Miracle with Intelligent Pro-Cell Complex™ contains unique ingredients that boost collagen production while preventing dryness– giving your skin up to three times more cell renewal power.

Price of Pond’s Age Miracle Day Cream

It’s Php 99 for the 10 g and Php 999 for the 50 g.

Is Pond's Age Miracle Day Cream Effective?

First, let's take a step back and let me say this, I don't have a skin routine. Yes, sue me for not having a rigid skin routine. All I do is make sure that I drink plenty of fluids and put on any facial cream with SPF 30 before I go out. And yes, I admit that I have so many regrets when it comes to this.

Fast forward to March 2017, I was going through Instagram and saw a contest hosted by Zalora and beautiful box was the prize. Who wouldn't want these beauties for free, right?

My favorite among the three and I’ve already written a quick review about the Pond’s White Beauty. Here are my thoughts on the product:

Pros and Cons of Using the Pond’s Age Miracle Day Cream

Pros

Supple Skin - Once I emptied the freebie I got, I went on using the product for almost a year, and I must say it was useful. My skin was supple, and there were fewer lines on my forehead.

SPF 18 - I also love that it has SPF because let’s face it, we need to use products with sun protection every day. Please, don’t be a late bloomer like me and end with uneven skin tone.

Price - For Php 99, which was the smaller one, it definitely is a great product for its price.

Cons

Smell - I don’t like products that smell chemical-ish, if that’s a word. It has a potent smell that sticks for a few minutes after applying it on your skin.

Oil Control - I noticed that the formula doesn’t control oil on my face if I immediately go about my daily activities. I noticed that I have to let the product dry and mattify for at least 10 minutes.

Will I Use the Product Again?

Well, I used it for almost a year from 2017 - 2018, but I changed my skincare routine when we moved back home. However, I still recommend the product especially for friends or to someone who’s just trying to find the product that’s best for their skin - it’s affordable and you can easily buy it on drugstores.

Deciding when to get married or who to marry takes a lot of time, especially if you add the time on how or where to buy your engagement ring online. You have to find the jewelry shop to buy from or whether it’s a silver or gold ring.

However, as you try to answer these questions, always remember that nothing’s perfect and there's no ideal engagement ring. One thing you can make sure is to get the best ring that you believe that your partner will love and will be happy to wear.

As a personal experience, my husband bought me an engagement ring after a year of getting married. Well, come to think of it, it wasn’t an engagement ring, it could have been an anniversary gift. Still, it was thoughtful of him, and I loved it.

So, for those who want to find unique diamond engagement rings, I have some tips. Don’t start hitting the search button on your computer, yet, check these tips out:

Online Engagement Rings: Is it Expensive?

The first thing that everyone should think and consider when buying an engagement ring and a wedding ring is a budget. Let’s ask ourselves these questions first:

Should I save for it?

Of course, you should save not only for the engagement ring but also for your wedding and marriage. Remember, it’s not the only expense you’ll be paying for once your partner says yes.

Should the engagement ring be worth three months of my salary?

Our answer is both yes and no. It can be worth your three months salary if that’s what you’ve been saving for. And it could also be cheaper if it doesn't fit your budget. So, make sure to find the ring that you can afford to pay, and that’s the next tip.

Do I need to pay in cash or credit?

I recommend paying for the engagement ring in cash. Remember, you have to save for it so all those savings should go to the budget for the ring. I am also not saying you can’t get engaged if you haven’t saved for the ring, yet. Nonetheless, it’ll be convenient for you to pay for it in cash and not have any recurring expenses as you plan and pay for your wedding suppliers.

Does the price say a lot about me?

I would say that this is an answer that you and your partner can answer. However, for me, the price tag of my wedding ring doesn’t matter. Whether you find diamond engagement rings priced at $500 or $1,000, all you have to do is answer the previous questions, and you’ll know what ring to get. Also, I am a sucker for the romantics; that’s why I believe it’s always the gesture that counts.

Best Design of Online Engagement Rings

There are various designs you can choose from; however, here are our top 2 favorites.

Cluster blue diamond engagement ring

I love unconventional thins and even in engagement rings. A cluster blue diamond ring is something unique, and I think that every modern bride would like to wear it.

Get a cushion cut diamond engagement rings

If your partner loves the classic, I think one of the best classic choices is the cushion cut diamond ring. It’s an excellent choice for the traditional bride-to-be, and you can add a little edge by customizing the band. Don’t be afraid to give it a little personality.

The Proposal and Online Engagement Rings

Of course, you have to plan for the proposal, too. You can make a themed proposal based on the engagement ring you’ve chosen.

Let’s say you chose a nontraditional engagement ring; you can make a thematic proposal. For example, propose while scuba diving or after conquering a new mountain together, that’s if both of you love adventurous and outdoor activities.

If you’re getting a classic tapered diamond engagement ring in gold or white gold, something traditional, then set up a romantic dinner at your favorite restaurant.

All in all, don’t forget that the most crucial part is that you propose to your partner in the most natural and loving form, that’s regardless of where you are or what ring you’ve bought.

How much is the Pond’s White Beauty Day Cream for Normal Skin?

What are the ingredients in the Pond’s White Beauty Day Cream for Normal Skin?

How to use the product?

• Cleanse your face and neck.
• Apply a pea size amount on face and neck. Make sure to use an upward motion.

Pros and Cons of Using Pond’s White Beauty Day Cream for Normal Skin

Pros

• Powder or matte finish - for someone sweaty, a good product that mattifies my face and with the right price is a great product.
• Oil control - it controls the oil in my face, and I like that it’s something I can use every day without feeling sticky.

Cons

• No SPF - I've just been recently informed of how important SPF is on skin products, yes, sue me for being late, and this doesn't have SPF. 
• Did not experience whitening on the face - I don’t know if it’s a cons because I didn’t want to whiten my face, but it didn’t. If you are looking to whiten or lighten your face, I suggest you check out Pond’s Age Miracle.

On its 5th season, the San Miguel Pure Foods Home Foodie Chefs Yen, Martin and John together with real-life couple Drew Arellano and lya Villanla, continue to teach and entertain Home Foodies with resto-inspired and classics with twists but with new and level up ideas, easy-to prepare as well as budget-friendly recipes.

Among the new elements for this season is that Home Foodie went out of the kitchen for fresh ambiance. Some of the cooking demos are done on location with a refreshing view of the Sierra Madre Mountain Ranges as the kitchen backdrop.

Home Foodie also engages more with its Ka-Home Foodie community on recipe ideas, questions and needs that can be addressed by the show. Drew will roam around the city to personally talk to the viewers and netizens.

And so, the recipes are ka-Home Foodie approved, can be easily replicated by more households and are suited for every member of the family. Lucky Home Foodies are also invited to the remote kitchen to watch the cooking demos and try the featured dishes.

Join Drew and lya, as they cook various Madalicious and Affordalicious meals for their growing family, together with the San Miguel Culinary Center Celebrity Chefs Llena Tan-Arcenas, Martin Narisma and John Valley in Home Foodie Season 5.

Home Foodie season 5 will be aired on GMA 7, beginning June 10, 2019, from Monday to Friday, after Unang Hirit.





Home Foodie episodes can also be enjoyed online through their website at www.homefoodie.com, YouTube (Home Foodie), Facebook, lnstagram and Twitter accounts (Home Foodie ph).