Jing Monis Salon: Visible, Professional Hair Care Difference

Fine highlights at Jing Monis Salon

Using the wrong kind of hair dye made me get stuck with black hair for years, too heavy a color for my face. Also, that kind of hair dye literally makes the hair look like a wig because it has a different style of coloring the hair from what is commonly used. I was stuck with black hair, as I did not ever bother to have it done, as maybe, I was hesitant to trust just any parlor, though there are a lot of good ones. I just lived with it, even if I go a lot of advice from people who care about me, like my aunt and a few friends.

Then, I got an invite from Jing Monis Salon, and that was a turning point, making me no longer have any bad hair day. The hair care experts at Jing Monis salon carefully explained to me in detail what the different hair dyes are. The one that I used was metallic - it was one of those shampoo in hair colors, with no peroxide mixing. This metallic hair dye cannot be removed unless it is bleached, and will not allow any other color to be placed on it. The solution that was given to me was to bleach, then highlight, and place a base color. This apparently is quite tricky, as it won't work if the wrong color is chosen, as like with my hair disaster, complete color removal cannot be done in one session, as the bleaching process has to take around 30 minutes. The problem with the bleaching process, when not done by professionals is explained in this video.



Since the stripping off cannot be complete, I was presented with the full head of highlight choice, and it had a lovely red. This color was chosen as it would indeed make my hair look lighter, and other colors would not work. Then, the base color was presented. Though we had a bit of discussion, as I do get to ask a lot of questions which were all answered properly, it was good to leave my hair to professional hands that made the hours in the place a super pampering session.

See the black hair? Bleaching it off

Highlighting process

Precision and Perfection 

Attention to detail is what makes the difference. The fact that the hair care supplies are first class, that all the hair care technicians there go through intensive training, and the spirit of perfection, the pride that they take in their work. All was carefully timed such as how long the dye must stay and how long application must take, and the hands were light, no tugging or pulling. There was the finishing process, as to step out of the place made a whole new me, with a lovely crowning glory.

And, I had detailed instructions on how to take care of my hair, what kind of hair dye to use, and what shampoo and conditioner to use. That makes the diff, as I do now have great hair days, daily, even when I just comb it after showering and let it air dry, because of the precision cutting.

If you have hair woes like mine, or other similar hair concerns, go to Jing Monis salon for the hair care expertise that you need.

One Day Silent Auction at Bel-Air

The Women of Bel-Air had a successful fund-raising project on Nov. 17 to 20, 2016. This auction night had a display of the various artwork and items up for auction. These were donated by the various people that live in this area in Makati, and note, that such fund-raising projects are a regular thing.

The event was well-attended. The night was perfect, that of being serenaded with the timeless classics of yesteryears, like when I entered the place, the singer was rendering his version of "O Sole Mio", reminding me of my late husband and how he used to sing that same song. The cocktail food was excellent, the service was great, and the freely-poured wine made the event seem like a party, but there was serious business being done, as the Women of Bel-Air had the auction items such as jewelry, porcelain plate sets, clothes, and the featured artworks on display, with sign up forms for the bids to be placed.

The auction went seamlessly and the place was rather vibrant with excitement, as the various bidders did talk about how they would like to win the item that they placed a bid on.



More than what meets the eye, one would think that there was just a party going on, but then, as explained by in this video, there was the true heart of being noblesse oblige.

How to Solve Parking Problems with DIBZ

Image credits: DIBZ Facebook page

Finding an empty parking space can be such a problem but that doesn't have to happen anymore. There is a smarter way to find parking instead of following a park-your-car boy or waiting in the parking lot, hoping that someone will pull out to create the empty space. If you ever had experienced the headache of waiting for minutes for a parking space, driving around an area to find a slot, or perhaps even parking so far away as there is no empty space near by, there is a solution for you. 

It is to be expected nowadays that there is no available parking space in certain areas or the ones that are available might be even a block a way. There are many times that the covered parking will be full and might be forced to park in the full heat of the sun, There are other times that the parking space available might be in an unsecured area, and that would be placing your property in danger, yet, there are times when there is no choice but to park there.

I recently experienced this kind of hassle, It was All Saint's Day and we went to a large mall in the Alabang-Zapote area. It was impossible to get into the covered parking area unless I was willing to wait behind a long line of vehicles. I noted that upon entering the parking area that even the open-air parking slots were full. Rather that go through all the hassle of parking which include the time I have to wait for a slot and looking around for an empty space, I left the area and went to another mall, that also was running out of parking slots.

It is not unusual for people to fight over parking space. You can be on the one waiting for the slot then suddenly another vehicle drives into it. This is highly irritating and there is a way to avoid this. There is such a concept as reserved parking space. You'll see in some places like hospitals and office buildings that there are names on the reserved parking spaces.

What if this name could be yours? Wouldn't you want to have a guaranteed parking space in some of the many places that you go to?

DIBZ: The On Demand Parking Parking App 

By downloading an app, available at both Google Play and the Apple Store, it is possible to finally say good-bye to the trouble of finding parking.

Search. The DIBZ app has a map and that may show the area that you would need parking at.
Reserve. Simple to use interface making reserving a slot so easy.
Pay. A cashless transaction will give you the electronic parking ticket, 

Forget about circling the block, no more worries about losing a parking ticket - all you have to do is drive in to the guaranteed parking slot by downloading the DIBZ app.

DIBZ Business Opportunity: Private Parking Spaces Rental Income

Owning a parking space in a residential area is a big investment. What if it is not utilized all the time, like being empty during the day while you are at work? This parking space can be rented out to with the use of DIBZ. This solution helps generate income and aids in making available more parking space.

We are faced with a number of stressors and one of these is finding parking space. Glide into a guaranteed space when you use the DIBZ app. 

Click here to learn more about the parking solution of DIBZ. 

Visit Malolos, Bulacan for a Heritage Tour

Ceiling of one of the houses in the Heritage Tour

Going on a heritage tour to Malolos, Bulacan, is one that is a learning experience. This place is steeped with Philippine history because it was one of the central meet up areas during those freedom fighting years.

Malolos Congress

Jose Rizal, National Hero

With the direct descendant of Apolinario Mabini

With the grandson of Vicente Enriquez as he spoke about the "Women of Malolos""

Seeing that church door that was featured in the 10 peso bill before, and being able to walk the steps and stay inside the bahay na bato walls, those tall ceilings and airy windows has not decreased the impressive atmosphere, but to feel it, you just have to be there, walking the shiny wooden floors.

The  Barasoain Church door that was featured in the old 10 peso bill

There was a wedding at  Barasoain Church 

Court yard of Barasoain Church

Capiz windows of  Barasoain Church that opened during Inaguration of Erap

Close up of bahay na bato wall of  Barasoain Church 

Note the difference in one of the Barasoain Church steps from stone to wood

You'll feel the pride in their history as they share their knowledge, and note the shy, non-imposing nature of the people of the town, who are extremely receptive and highly accommodating.



The visit was like a red carpet to walk on was in each place that I went to.


Then, we went to the simple farm home of the Mayor and he explained the importance of our country having a Republic Day.

One of the native rice-based delicacies called Sapin-Sapin (layered) 

Take home food items

Malolos is known for their food such as the native delicacies - but on a heritage tour, what is served are the favorite dishes of Philippine heroes and the unique pinaso.



But, there is another thing about Malolos that surprise me during the Heritage tour that I took, and this was the craft.

If I had a wish, it might have been made at this well, and I hope to go back to Malolos, to see more of the wonderful place.

To learn more about the Heritage tour, visit the City Goverment website of Malolos, Bulacan.

PhilBike Expo Marks 3 Years of Pure Appreciation of Cycling

Nov. 21, 2016 MANILA, Philippines: The PhilBike Expo, the only international-standard trade and consumer cycling show in the Philippines, returns for its third annual convention this November. The event kicks off on Nov. 25 and allows cycling enthusiasts’ access to the most diverse range of local and international products and demonstrations.

Organized by Phil-Bike Convention Inc., the event has seen over 17,000 enthusiasts pack convention centers for two years.

To mark its third year anniversary, this year’s expo shall be headlined by a few of the best in the sport today: 

Regarded as one of the biggest names in the bike trail world scene, “The Magician” Kenny Belaey is a 24-year veteran of the sport. Since his debut in 1992, Belaey has brought the sport to the mainstream as a constant innovator and professional. He is the record holder of the most medals won at the World Cup and World Championships. His latest video project, “Balance”, saw him crossing a slackline on the top of the French Alps, a feat that had yet to be accomplished by any other biker before him.

The Superkids are Japanese prodigies made up of Yu Shoji (14) and Takumi Isogai (15). This dynamic duo has been making a name in the Flatland scene with their cutting edge and flair for pushing innovation to its limits. Shoji is the first place winner of the 2015 Voodoo Jam and the second runner-up for the 2014 FlatArk Novice. Isogai was the first place winner of the 2014 FlatArk Expert and came in at eighth place for the 2016 FlatDev Pro.

Accompanying the Superkids is their mentor, Viki Gómez, who is returning to PhilBike for the second year in a row. Hailed as one of the best in the world, the 35-year-old Spaniard is known for his constant creation of new tricks that combine flow and rhythm and surpassing the limits of imagination. The Red Bull athlete is a three-time Champion of the Flatland World Circuit Series, as well as a three-time Red Bull Circle of Balance Champion. He is also a two-time winner of the European X-Games.

Rounding out this incredible line-up is a special, one-day only performance from Canadian,

Geoff Gulevich. With a career that started at the age of 12, the Rocky Mountain Bicycle ambassador is among the best in his field, combining passion with a strong sense of perseverance that sets him apart from his peers. He is the fourth runner-up for Jumpship 2011, and came in fifth for both the Red Bull Rampage 2010 and the Crankworx Joyride 2011.

The event will bring together over 100 brands from the world of cycling and fitness, giving enthusiasts and first-timers alike, the chance to check out the very best and latest that the industry has to offer.  To complement these brands, the PhilBike Expo offers unique, indoor interactive features that will get the adrenaline flowing.

To top it all off, the event will include a selection of fun games, contests, and raffles that will give attendees the chance to bring home brand new mountain bikes as well as a collection of other exciting prizes.

To purchase tickets, visit http://philbike.pounchnation.com/. Tickets are PHP120 for one day, and PHP200 for two days until November 21, 12:01PM only. Regular prices of PHP150 per day shall apply on site at the SMX Convention Center.  Children ages 12 and below are entitled to a 50% discount while toddlers 3ft. and below enter for free.

About PhilBike Expo

The PhilBike Expo is the country’s first and largest trade and consumer show dedicated to the promotion and development of cycling and related industries. Organized and produced by Phil-Bike Convention, Inc. (PBCI), PhilBike is now on its 3^rd year of bringing together different cycling categories under one fun and interactive event.

For more information on PhilBike Expo, follow along on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram: facebook.com/philbikeexpo I twitter.com/philbikeexpo I instagram.com/philbikeexpo1.

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Kelly Oliveros | Monsters Centaur Production Inc.

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NOVUHAIR HEAD BAGS AGORA AWARD

President and CEO Wins in the Individual Category of the 37^th Agora Awards

Quezon City, Philippines – Nutramedica, Inc. President and CEO Sheila Mae Velilla bagged the Outstanding Achievement in Entrepreneurship – Medium Scale at the recently concluded 37^th Agora Awards.  Nutramedica is a homegrown 100% wholly-owned Filipino enterprise that manufactures and distributes Novuhair, an acclaimed line of products that addresses hair loss.

Held last October 26 at PICC, CCP Complex, the Agora Awards recognizes individuals and organizations for exceptional marketing skills and strategies.  It is touted to be the premier marketing awards body in the country and sets the high standards of excellence in the industry.

FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS TO BIG WINNER

Moving in an industry dominated by giant multinational pharmaceutical companies, Nutramedica’s tenacious rise from its humble beginnings as a microenterprise is one for the books.  Thanks largely to its creativity and innovation, it has become a major player with a well-established niche in the industry.

Founded in 2004 by Velilla, Nutramedica develops beauty and healthcare products out of natural and mostly indigenous ingredients.  It is one of the pioneers in the commercialization of virgin coconut oil (VCO) and gained wide success with its slogan “healthiest oil on earth,” which led to its acquisition by a big company. 

It continued to create more VCO-based skin care products and hit the jackpot with its latest, and now banner, product – Novuhair, nature’s answer to hair loss.  This breakthrough solution is made of 19 herbal ingredients and comes in topical scalp lotion, herbal shampoo, and herbal conditioner that effectively battles the effects of hair loss and helps enhance and restore one’s crowning glory.

Launched in 2009, Novuhair enjoys tremendous success until today.  It is widely accepted not only here in the Philippines, but also in other countries.  It is set to enter the international market, starting with the United States (US), in December of this year.  Such bold, yet timely, move of the company to export Novuhair to the US and eventually the Middle East also opens the opportunity for proudly-made local products to penetrate the global arena.

Novuhair’s popularity and market leadership may be attributed to the company’s initial market study coupled with the right timing, as well as smart use of resources by coming up with an effective tri-media campaign best described as low-budget yet high-impact marketing.

Leveraging on its organic growth from a microenterprise to medium scale with over 30 employees in a span of 12 years, Nutramedica continues to further develop, market and distribute high-quality goods that could bring honor to the country.

The firm raises the bar in entrepreneurship with its faithful adherence to best business practices, such as provision of high quality products and excellent services, adaptability to market trends, constant innovation, diversification of trade, and giving back to society.

“Great things in business are never done by one person, they are done by a team of people”, Velilla quotes Steve Jobs when asked what’s her secret to success in this competitive business of beauty and healthcare.  

“We at Nutramedica also adhere to our core values of integrity, trust, fairness, discipline, humility, leadership, teamwork and faith in God.  That’s our winning formula,” Velilla further adds.

Novuhair Topical Scalp Lotion, Shampoo and Conditioner are available in all Mercury Drug Stores and other leading drug stores nationwide. 

For more information visit www.novuhair.com, like the brand’s official Facebook Page at Novuhair Official, follow it on Twitter at @NovuhairNatural and on Instagram @novuhairofficial. 

You may also call the Novuhair hotlines at 4136570 and 09228830575 and order online at Lazada and regaloservice.com.