Flora by Gucci: Scent of a princess

MANILA, Philippines -  Flora by Gucci originated from an iconic design from the Gucci archives that was rediscovered by Gucci creative director Frida Giannini. From its original incarnation as a silk scarf, to the new scaling and color variations of the sought-after accessories and ready-to-wear designed by Frida Giannini in the 21st century, Flora has proven its timeless allure.

Flora was first designed in 1966, as a special commission for the late Princess Grace of Monaco. The princess paid a visit to Gucci’s Milan store where Rodolfo Gucci invited her to select a gift. She suggested a scarf, but Rodolfo felt he lacked one special enough for his distinguished guest. He immediately contacted the renowned illustrator Vittorio Accornero to design the most beautiful floral scarf imaginable. Accornero’s creation, the Flora scarf, was a sensational hit with Princess Grace and quickly became a timeless Gucci icon.

The top of the fragrance opens with citrus notes, bergamot, and kumquat with a floral heart of rose and osmanthus with green and watery notes and a base of patchouli and sandalwood.

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A firm promise: Clarins helps women defy the premature signs of aging with its Extra-Firming Body Care products.

Clarins keeps skin firm and smooth

Density and elasticity. Behind each word lies a network of essential dermal fibers — collagen fibers and elastic fibers. Until today, firming skincare focused on collagen fibers that protect skin density and tone. Clarins Research, the experts in body care, takes one step further with its Extra-Firming Body Care. Thanks to the discovery of the important role of the Emilin-1 protein in cosmetics, Clarins’ Extra-Firming Body Lotion and Cream have been formulated to help preserve the skin’s natural supply of elasticity, too.

This new approach sums up Clarins’ promise of helping women defy the premature signs of aging.

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No white lie: YSA Botanica products promise to whiten skin in just seven days.

YSA Botanica for blemish-free skin

YSA Skin Care Corporatiion launches its Botanica whitening products designed for fairer skin and blemish-free complexion.

The line includes the YSA Botanica 2-in-1 Papaya with Kojic Acid whitening soap, and hand and body lotion.

“YSA Botanica is another addition to our skincare line that offers affordable and effective products,” says president and CEO Robert Gerard L. Nazal II. “All our skincare products meet international standards.”

YSA products are available in leading supermarkets, groceries, and drugstores nationwide. For inquiries, call the YSA hotline at 912-0703 or visit www.ysa.com.ph.

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Let there be light: HBC, Inc. brings lighter complexion with Hortaleza M.D. Illuminous Plus, an intensive lightening skincare line.

HBC: Light is right

Pinoy personal care retailer HBC, Inc. brings lighter complexion with Hortaleza M.D. Illuminous Plus, an intensive lightening skincare line ideal for those who would like to keep a skin lightening regimen. It comes in a collection set (P400) which includes day and night creams, facial toner, and facial wash. The products are enriched with vitamins and moisturizing ingredients for fairer and younger-looking skin.

Products under Hortaleza, M.D. Illuminous Plus may also be purchased separately. The Illuminous Plus Day Cream (P160-30g) has SPF15 while the Illuminous Plus facial toner (P100-60ml; P130-100ml) and facial wash (P85-60ml) are enriched with glutathione, which helps lighten skin. The products are available in all HBC stores nationwide.

Hortaleza, M.D. is a complete line of dermatological products that are specially formulated for the Filipino skin. Its products range from lotions to moisturizers, soaps, facial creams, and toners.

For more info on Hortaleza, M.D., visit www.hbc.com.ph or call HBC Customer Care at 984-5555 local 228, 09189215520; e-mail custcare@hbc.com.ph.

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Go organic: Beauty Elements Venture, Inc. taps our local singkamas to remove age spots on the face and brighten the skin.

Pureganics’ singkamas for the skin

Beauty Elements Venture, Inc.(Bevi) introduces its Pureganics soap and Pureganics lotion to give skin the health and glow it deserves. Pureganics soap and lotion come in five variants: cucumber, avocado, bengkoang (singkamas), calamansi, and papaya.

Bevi taps our local fruit singkamas to remove age spots on the face and brighten the skin to a natural white. It is good for tightening the skin and removing impurities and dead skin cells.

Kojie-san Pureganics soap, Pureganics lotion, and Pureganics facial cleanser-and-toner-in-one are available at all Watsons outlets, Mercury Drug stores, SM supermarkets, and other leading stores. For more information, call 899-6770 or  e-mail kojiesan_info@yahoo.com. Visit www.kojiesan.com.

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Hair ye, hair ye: Lorys Deep Moisturizing Hair Cream helps restore healthy hair by reducing dryness and breakage.

Lorys Deep Moisturizing Hair Cream now in the Philippines

Lorys Deep Moisturizing Hair Cream, recognized in many countries like the US, UK, Venezuela, and Puerto Rico, is now available in the Philippines. The two-in-one product can be used either as a conditioner or hot oil treatment. It enhances the growth and density of hair, and restores its natural shine and softness.

It is available in six variants, each designed for a specific hair type: Snake Oil, Shea Butter, Fruit Cocktail, Duo Chocolate, Ceramides, and Nutri Sun Gloss.

Lorys Hair Cream is exclusively distributed in the Philippines by RJ Tech Corporation and available at Watsons, PCX, Landmark, Gaisano, and leading department stores nationwide. For details, check out Lorys Facebook page or call RJ Tech at 533-8610, 747-0421 or 09175264742.