Category: Beauty

9 Young-Basic, the newest collagen brand in the Philippines, marked its official launch with a grand celebration featuring its first brand ambassador, multi-awarded actress and Gen Z icon Barbie Forteza. The highly anticipated event brought together media partners, influencers, and industry leaders to witness a new era of self-care and radiance, as the brand unveiled its mission to empower individuals to live their glow every day.

Together with the brand team, Anne Puno-Ignacio, Assistant Vice President for Talent Sales, Branding, and Marketing at Sparkle GMA Artist Center, along with Talent Manager Jan Navarro, graced the event to extend their support for Barbie Forteza.

Manila, Philippines —  Youthfulness and radiance took center stage as 9 Young-Basic officially launched on December 5, introducing Kapuso Primetime Princess and multi-awarded actress Barbie Forteza as its first-ever brand ambassador. Held amidst an elegant celebration, the event highlighted the brand’s commitment to promoting glowing skin and vitality, perfectly aligned with its campaign, #LiveYoungWith9Young.

The digital ad featuring Forteza—unveiled during the event—showcases her natural charm and confidence, emphasizing the transformative benefits of 9 Young-Basic. In the campaign, Forteza says, “For me, living young is about self-love and confidence. It’s not just about how you look but how you feel every day.”

Barbie Forteza: The Perfect Choice

Forteza’s relatable charm and inspiring confidence make her the ideal face for 9 Young-Basic. At the launch, Anne Puno-Ignacio, AVP of Talent Sales, Imaging, and Branding at GMA Sparkle, remarked, “Barbie embodies everything the brand stands for—youthfulness, authenticity, and self-confidence.”

Barbie Forteza was chosen as the brand ambassador for 9 Young Basic as she embodies the vibrant, relatable, and aspirational qualities that align perfectly with the brand’s vision of celebrating confidence and natural radiance. 

Known for her versatility as an award-winning actress and her genuine, down-to-earth personality, Barbie resonates deeply with a broad audience that spans Gen Z to young adults—a demographic that values authenticity and self-care.

Barbie’s journey as an influential public figure with relatable charm and undeniable star power creates an authentic connection that reinforces 9 Young Basic’s mission to promote beauty and wellness that’s attainable and inspiring.

The said launch featured an exclusive sneak peek into her digital ad, and exciting giveaways, including Christmas bundles and limited-edition collectibles. Fans are also invited to join Barbie Forteza live on December 9, where more surprises await, including the chance to win smartphones and tablets.

You can now easily order 9 Young-Basic through trusted online platforms like TikTok Shop, Shopee, and Lazada.  

Imagine this: You’re in your thirties and looking into the mirror. At first glance you see someone full of life. But as you look closer, you notice those fine lines – crow’s feet from laughter and wrinkles on your forehead from life’s stresses.  That’s when you know it’s time to start a retinol routine.

Hearing this is actually a wake up call especially in my 30s but even though I still get compliments that I don’t look 30, still I think I need to improve a little here and there. Tried the visible repair regenerating cream to my routine and noticed how moisturized my skin is and how soft my skin feels the next day. It’s the daystabilized retinol within the skin’s surface to improve the signs of ageing and regenerate the look of skin. Sharing here for you to know more.

Neutrogena proudly introduces its latest innovation, the Visible Repair product line, featuring the Regenerating Cream, Serum, Night Moisturizer, and Eye Cream. Combining Patented Pure Retinol, Advanced Antioxidants, and Comfort Complex, this advanced skincare solution targets early signs of aging to rejuvenate and renew your skin. The Patented Pure Retinol formula accelerates skin renewal, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles while enhancing skin tone and texture. Advanced Antioxidants protect against environmental damage to collagen, maintaining a youthful appearance. The Comfort Complex nourishes and hydrates skin, reducing irritation. Each product delivers visible results for smoother, firmer, and more youthful-looking skin in as little as seven days.

Neutrogena Visible Repair comes in a Regenerating Cream, Eye Cream, Serum, and Night Moisturizer

This product line was launched last July 30 at SM Megamall, where guests visualized how they could turn back time on wrinkles. Attendees at the launch event learned more about the process of skin aging and the newest product line through the help Sophia Custodio, senior brand manager, and Dr. Ayees Mendoza, dermatologist.

Dr. Ayees Mendoza shared, “The process of skin aging starts much earlier than we think, as early as in our late 20s. This is the time when collagen production significantly drops, leading to the first visible signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles. It is crucial to start an effective skincare routine that includes retinol early to combat these changes.”

Backed by rigorous clinical testing and dermatologist recommendations, Neutrogena Visible Repair not only diminishes the appearance of existing signs of aging but also prevents future ones. Neutrogena’s principal scientist, Darren Tey, elaborated on the Visible Repair formulation, “[Patented Pure] Retinol strikes the perfect balance between efficacy and tolerability, making it a proven and accessible choice in over-the-counter formulations, including that of Neutrogena Visible Repair. Together with the Advanced Antioxidants and Comfort Complex, Neutrogena Visible Repair is highly efficacious in restoring the skin’s state free from wrinkles.”

In addition to the product unveiling, Neutrogena introduced the newest faces of this product line: Megan Young and Kaila Estrada. As ambassadors of Visible Repair, Megan and Kaila embody the confidence that comes with healthy, youthful skin, highlighting Neutrogena’s commitment to empowering individuals to embrace their natural beauty at any age.

Megan Young expressed her enthusiasm for Neutrogena Visible Repair, saying, “I’ve always believed in the importance of taking care of my skin, especially as I’ve gotten older. The Visible Repair line is a game-changer for me. The combination of its key ingredients works wonders in keeping my skin smooth and firm. I love how it fits seamlessly into my daily routine and delivers visible results quickly. It’s empowering to feel confident in my skin, knowing that I’m taking steps to protect it.”

Kenvue together with key partners Megan Young and Watsons proudly launch the Neutrogena Visible Repair line

(L-R: Sophia Custodio, Senior Brand Manager, Kenvue Philippines; Ira Santos, Marketing Manager, Kenvue Philippines; Karylle Bolivar, Shopper Marketing Lead, Kenvue Philippines; Karlah Bernal, Group Manager for Drugstores, Kenvue Philippines; Mela Quiroz, Associate Director for National Key Accounts, Kenvue Philippines; Kami Sardua, Asst. Category Manager, Trading Beauty, Watsons; Alyssa Reyes, Senior Category Manager, Trading Beauty, Watsons; Megan Young, Neutrogena Brand Ambassador; Prisilla Hentoloro – Category Manager, Trading Beauty, Watsons; Isa Ruiz, Senior Marketing Manager, Kenvue Philippines; Jeg Garcia – Senior Business Development Manager, Kenvue Philippines)

Sophia Custodio, senior brand manager, added, “With the introduction of Neutrogena’s Visible Repair, we continue to set the standard for innovation and excellence in skincare. This new line not only targets the early signs of aging but also helps press pause on them, ensuring our users can enjoy a youthful complexion for years to come. We’re so proud to be the first brand to have this kind of formulation that is effective in tackling wrinkles and proactive in preventing new ones from forming.”

Rediscover your youthful glow and embrace the confidence that comes with wrinkle-free skin. With Neutrogena’s Visible Repair, you can look forward to pause aging for non-stop living. Neutrogena Visible Repair is available exclusively in Watsons stores and can be purchased on official company stores via Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop.

Since being named Lancôme’s Philippine ambassador, Kathryn Bernardo has added even more accolades to her already impressive résumé: she won Best Actress at the FAMAS Awards and was rightfully named Box Office Queen and this is in 2024 alone.

Outside of the entertainment limelight, she continues to dazzle with her unforgettable sartorial turns and to inspire with her strength of character as she forges on a new chapter in her storied career.

In a whirlwind of wins and now-iconic moments, Kathryn takes pause to catch up with Lancôme, to field the most burning of questions that her admirers have been raring to ask. She continues to demonstrate exactly why the undisputed Idôle is the perfect Philippine ambassador for the French brand’s It Fragrance.

Share with us a distinctive moment where you felt most empowered.

I feel very empowered every time I accept a very challenging role Next, doing a film or a series that I really like or that challenges me. The fulfillment I feel after and seeing the output of my hard work, that’s what’s very empowering for me. Especially with my line of work, most of the time we portray different roles. Something different every time — something out of the box for me every project is a challenge, and every time I overcome that it’s very empowering.

 Which Kathryn Bernardo era would be your Idôle?

I think it’s safe to say that every era or chapter in my life would be my Idôle, since it’s very different from each other. From my teenage years, to when I was in my early twenties, to when a lot of firsts happened to me, and now to my late 20s. I just turned 28 so it’s a different chapter for me because I feel like this is my transformation era. I’m very independent and very open now in this era of my life.

 It’s hard to pick one because I learn a lot in every era, but the most special one would be last year because that was my transition era, which I’m continuing now as I grow old. I opened 2024 with a different mindset, a different motivation. I think this era of my life now is very transformative, that’s why it’s special.

What advice would you offer to Filipinas who want to find happiness and portray you as their role model?

here’s no right or wrong answer to that because every person has their own definition of happiness, and it can change also. As for me, my definition of happiness 10 years ago is different from my happiness now. So, for me it can change and it varies depending on the person.

 What’s important is that you must find the right people, the right hobby, the right job, the right profession, whatever it is that fuels your happiness. If it makes your heart full, if it makes you excited every day — I think that it’s very important to do something that you like, do something you love. For me, I love my job, it makes me happy, but I also enjoy my days off, my time with my family and my friends.

 Give yourself time to know the things that really make you happy. It’s very important to open yourself to the world. You’ll never know what form of happiness will come to you, and it can be from a person, from your friends, or from yourself.

Hear more from and see more of this generation’s true Idôle as Kathryn Bernardo headlines the coveted Idôle House, as the hottest beauty playground finally reaches Philippine shores on July 18, Thursday. Idôle House is open to the public on July 19 at the 7^th floor of The Balmori Suites in Powerplant Mall in Rockwell, Makati.