Although I have heard about the Boardwalk brand some years ago, it was only last week that I had the privilege to have a closer look at what it is beyond what I formerly thought of as just some random MLM clothing company business. Sure, I did have an inkling that it has made quite a name for itself since it was launched given that they have big time endorsers that I now see on highway billboards – Kris Aquino, Derek Ramsey, to name a few. But being pro-active in doing their share in preserving the environment as they do their thing is something else altogether.
Boardwalk Business Ventures, Inc. supports 11.20.2011 A Run For The Pasig River. This is spearheaded by the ABS-CBN Foundation, an event that promotes a safe and clean Pasig River and aims to bring back its former glory. You might want to register for the upcoming event – Run for the Pasig River.
Last week, held at Ming’s Restaurant in Ortigas was Boardwalk’s First Blogger’s Forum and Kikay Corner was one of the few bloggers who were invited. Aside from learning about Boardwalk’s advocacy run for Pasig River, they also discussed how the business works and the fun of being a personal shopper.
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My husband and I have our Spa Dates every week. One of the first spas that we have tried was Bluewater Day Spa and last week, we celebrated with their spa ambassadors alongside other media practitioners and fellow bloggers their sixth year in the spa business.
BlueWater Day Spa’s eight innovators and wholeness ambassadors include athlete, journalist and triathlon coach Andy Leuterio, international classical concert pianist and musical director Angelo Ortiz, publishing executive and finance expert Blanca Mercado, social entrepreneur Illac Diaz, environmental TV show host Kiko Rustia, strategic broker and wellness activist Conrad Perreras, model, entrepreneur and money broker Mikaela Lagdameo-Martinez, and social business leader Reese Fernandez-Ruiz.
These ambassadors represent Bluewater Day Spa’s new portfolio of services: including massage therapies as Athlete’s Massage, Foot Reflexology, Traditional Filipino Hilot, Hand Restoration Treatment, Combo Herbal Massage, Cellulite Melter Massage; machine treatments that include the Revita Shape Treatment and Revita Firming Treatment, and facial and skin processes like the FPL (Fluorescent Pulse Light) Non-Surgical Facelift, Radiant Facial Treatment and Men’s Vitality Facial Treatment.
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Here is another Nivea Giveaway from Kikay Corner. I have been far too busy which just about explains the delay of this blog’s raffle giveaways. But whenever I see this boxful of products in front of my dresser, I know that I have got to do this one time or another before they pile up into a massive mess. For one, I can make use of the room for the Christmas gifts I need wrapped.
The box full of Nivea products above is still intact as of writing. Three (3) of Kikay Corner’s readers will be receiving one of each Nivea product from this box. As for the rest, I’m keeping them for my personal supply. I love Nivea Express Hydration lotion so much that I think I’ll stick with it until something better comes along. 
Here’s what three of our blog readers will receive: Nivea Pure & Natural Deodorant, Nivea Pure & Natural Wipes and Nivea Express Hydration Lotion
Contest Mechanics:
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It was more than a month ago when I decided to have my hair undergo Keratin Smoothing Treatment or what is more commonly called nowadays as Brazilian or Express Blow Out or Permanent Blow Dry at Henri Calayag Salon.
Before the treatment
As what I would usually do with my previous reviews, I had to sit this Keratin Smoothing Treatment out for a month at least just so I know I will be providing an accurate review. This was a birthday treat for my brittle and unmanageable hair.
My visit to Henri Calayag prior to this, I was told several times over by Richard (Junior Creative Director-above photo) how dead my hair was and there is no way on earth it can survive another rebonding treatment and not fall off on me. Digital Perming is also out of the question. No more harmful chemicals from there on out. All I really needed was sort of revive my hair back to “normal” and I was willing to try anything. I have had badly damaged hair for as long as I can remember and brushing has been a chore if not for the anti-frizz serums that I used.
The Permanent Blow Dry/Brazilian Blow Out/Express Blow Out procedure was way simpler than that of rebonding.
1. My hair was shampooed with Coppola Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy Clarifying Shampoo twice.
2. Hair was blown dry 100%.
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When Freeway launched Freeway Loves Art: National Artist Collectors’ Series in 2009, it did not just make a fashion statement. It also was an avenue for the younger generation to get to know some of our country’s celebrated national artists that we all are to be proud of.
Freeway has by far featured National Artists Nick Joaquin (Literature), Ang KiuKok (Visual Arts), Jose Garcia Villa (Literature), Ramon Valera (Fashion Design) and the first living NA in the series, F. Sionil Jose (Literature).
I came in a wee bit early, so I was able to have a look see on Freeway’s Manansala Collection. I got my eyes on a few pieces and decided right on that I’d have to take home at least a couple. This is by far, my favorite of all the NACS features.
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Sorry for the wait, it is a lazy Monday morning! I have finally raffled via random.org all 114 entries submitted for Kikay Corner’s Zero Frizz 100% Rescue by Schwarzkopf Giveaway. Every joiner was automatically assigned a number by virtue of the chronological order their respective comments came in.
Here is what the winner of this raffle will receive in the next couple of days – Zero Frizz 100% Shampoo and Conditioner by Schwarzkopf!
Dear winner, kindly email me via jenaspacio (at) gmail (dot) com your Full Name, Shipping Address with Zip Code, Mobile Number and a Scanned ID.
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The first time I saw the Tory Burch Ella Nylon Tote in Yellow, my eyes were pretty much fixed on it. Essentially, a weekender bag in my opinion. With the stuff I lug around with every time I leave the house, I thought the size is perfect for me! Yes, it NOT Manila-friendly. It does not zip close, you see. But even that did not stop me from getting hold of it.
The color of this Tory Burch Ella Nylon Tote is almost golden yellow. It’s capacious enough to accommodate all my stuff and some. The material is nylon. Hence, the name, I suppose. The handles, corner portions and the medallion are made of leather. Before purchasing, I read a review of one who bought from Bloomingdales that the leather was not exactly the best material. Hoping my being careful in handling it is going to make a difference.
Shawna’s review can be found here:
When I first bought the bag, I was thrilled – my first Tory! But after a week of use, I noticed the handles fraying beyond belief and the bag was literally coming apart. I went to Bloomie’s after this had happened, and a product analyst was there. She told me she is embarrassed to sell this bag because the quality is not up to par! I exchanged it for the Tory Nylon tote. I love this one! The quality is much better and it is much sturdier. I would highly recommend the Tory Nylon tote instead!
medallion logo detail affixed on canvas lining
Tory Burch zipper pull. I love the deep zippered pocket that houses my valuables.
The size is a dream! It can serve as a working bag that can accommodate a laptop and some (essentially the rest of your office stuff, if you must). It can pass for a diaper bag or a weekender bag even. The huge medallion face is fun too. And if you want to be discreet, you can always wear it with the medallion facing your body instead.
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Truth be told, as a self professed kikay, the major contributor to my purse’s weight isn’t much of my beauty stuff but my can’t-leave home-without-gadgets. I make sure the makeup kit I don with me is as lightweight as can be. This is why I recently got hold of the Charm Pocket Brush Set, which I will blog about later.
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As promised, I’m giving away a Shampoo & Conditioner set of my favorite Zero Frizz 100% Rescue by Schwarzkopf to one of my readers. I started using this brand March of this year and really had no plans of switching to another brand (which explains the hoarding) when my favorite hairdresser, Richard of Henri Calayag Salon forbade me to use anything on my hair that has sulfate since I had my Keratin Treatment (Permanent Blow Dry) done late last month. I still have yet to blog about that, I know. I usually wait out a month or so before I blog about any treatment just to be sure I’m providing my readers a more accurate review.
I always bring this Zero Frizz 100% Rescue tandem with me wherever I go. My hair just go berserk on hotel shampoo & conditioner. These Zero Frizz products are just the best shampoo and conditioner I have used ever! And no, that’s not something I picked out from a commercial. I am a very practical woman, so when my SIL called to tell us that Rustan’s is having an employee sale, we really took advantage.
Since March this year, I still have quite a few bottles in my toiletries closet. Maybe I am hoping that before they expire (2013), I can still switch right back somehow. I am not exactly loving the scent of My sulfate-free Coppola tandem I replaced my Zero Frizz with. But since I am just not about to throw away the benefits of having better hair with the Keratin Treatment done on me by using sulfate-laden hair stuff, I just might raffle off the rest in my next giveaways. I know, I have to make up my mind. 
Without further ado, here are what my lucky reader will receive next week – Zero Frizz 100% Rescue Shampoo & Conditioner by Schwarzkopf. Both are at least P600 worth. Here’s my review of these products – My Hair’s New Love: Zero Frizz 100% Rescue. To keep things simple, mechanics will be just like my previous giveaway.
Contest Mechanics:
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First off, thanks to everyone who joined Kikay Corner’s Laybare Raffle Giveaway! I’m launching another giveaway tomorrow. Clue: It is one of my favorite brands! I hoarded a boxful some months ago when it went on sale. But now that my hair is on a strict non-sulfate diet because of the Keratin Treatment I had done some couple of weeks back at Henri Calayag Salon, I am giving away a set. Now, that’s something to look forward to, especially for those who were not picked from the previous giveaways.
The winners have been drawn…
Congratulations!
