A clean environment for you and your family is a must with the prevalent Coronavirus’s end nowhere near in sight. Take extra measures to have a cleaner space with the various purifiers and sterilizers from UV Care, the leading brand in UV-C sterilizing technology.

One of the best things about UV Care is there are portable device options, making it easier for you to carry around.

UV Care specializes in UV-C Germicidal Technology, using UV-C light to disinfect surfaces. UV-C lamps are Underwriter Laboratories (UL) listed and CE certified. It has a wide range of UV-C devices for industrial, medical, corporate, and commercial use.

Make the investment now for cleaner air, cleaner space for you and your family.

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Erica Charisse Domingo

Erica is an avid coffee drinker slash digital content creator and has been in the field of content management for the past years. She enjoys mingling with friends, reading, watching films, and living the island girl life whenever she can.

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Your skin care routine doesn’t have to be complicated as long as it does its job well! Make this skin care brand by Liah Yoo, a Korean YouTube skin care guru, Krave Beauty your uncomplicated daily skin care routine!

If you are into ethical, fragrance and essential oil free skin care brands, this brand is definitely up your alley.

Krave Beauty’s got all you need in a skin care, core and supplemental products; Oat So Simple Water Cream, Kale-Lalu-yAHA, and the Great Barrier Relief!

P 2,330

It is called Oat So Simple for a reason – it only has less than 9 ingredients: oat, water, 4 moisturizers, 2 skin emollients, and 1 formula stabilizer. An uncomplicated moisturizer for sensitive skin with its lightweight formula.

P 2,300

This daily serum deserves the hype! You can substitute the Great Barrier Relief serum as your everyday moisturizer as it has the power to treat your problematic acne. Clearing and soothing as it contains niacinamide, the best ingredient for a radiant and even skin.

This Korean skin care brand deserves all the hype it could get for its innovative and effective, yet uncomplicated products to treat your skin.

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Erica Charisse Domingo

Erica is an avid coffee drinker slash digital content creator and has been in the field of content management for the past years. She enjoys mingling with friends, reading, watching films, and living the island girl life whenever she can.

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One of the most popular terms right now is “vegan.” Research says that it’s because of people being more aware and concerned about the animals. I mean, you don’t have to be an animal rights activist to be disturbed by whatever is going on in many animal testing laboratories.

But what does vegan really mean? And how are vegan products different from cruelty-free ones?

Vegan products do not contain any animal products or animal-derived ingredients such as beeswax, lanolin, collagen, cholesterol, gelatin, among many others.

Burn is a hustling single mom and has worked in the wonderful world of advertising for five years. She loves the concept of clean beauty. During her spare time, Burn listens to podcasts about life, literature, and other worldly things all while doing chores.

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While practicing proper hygiene and social distancing protocols does wonders for making sure we all stay safe and healthy, it wouldn’t hurt to add some extra precautionary measures to make sure you’re always protected wherever you go. For those that need to leave the house, whether it be for errands or work, we’ve rounded up some of our latest essentials to make sure you have extra protection against bacteria.

WEARABLE DISINFECTANT CARDS

Perfect for repelling airborne bacteria while outdoors

These cards can be worn around the neck or tied to your belongings to help repel irritants that can cause infectious diseases. When exposed to the air, the active ingredient in the card releases safe, low levels of Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2) into the air surrounding the wearer which sanitizes or purifies the air within a one-meter range. No need to worry about potential health risks as these products are carefully made to be safe and non-toxic.

Depending on the card that you get, you can have protection from 35-60 days per card.

PPEs

Perfect for providing added protection and keeping bacteria off

of your personal clothes

We all know how important a medical isolation gown is for protecting the wearer from the spread or transfer of bacteria. This is because it provides an extra barrier to block potentially infectious liquid and solid material. Aside from our regular PPEs, we also have premium PPEs crafted by Rosenthal Tee made with micro twill fabric—perfect for creative professionals! Get your own (even in different colors to suit your personal preferences) here pre-ordering on Calyxta today!

DISINFECTANT TABLETS

Perfect for quick disinfection in the house or office

Every day, we come into contact with a wide variety of different surfaces—table tops, counters, desks, and door handles just to name a few! These tablets should be diluted into 500ml of water for about 15 minutes before use. Once the color of the liquid becomes lighter, you may then use it to disinfect household items, clothes, shoes, and more! This formula is safe to spray on children’s toys and even on utensils.

HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS

Perfect for strengthening the skin and boosting the immune system

Don’t be fooled! While these supplements have incredible benefits for skin health, they do much more than that. With this bundle, you get 2 packs of supplements: Collagen and Vitamin C. Collagen is essential for making sure the skin retains its strength as we age and promotes overall skin health—perfect for helping our skin stay away from irritation while wearing masks or leaving the house!

Vitamin C, on the other hand, not only helps the skin heal from harm, but works well to boost your immune system as well. Get great skin all while helping your body stay resilient against bacteria!

Shop for these wellness essentials on Calyxta today!

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Julia Benito

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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While it might be easy to forget about body care with the constant barrage of new facial products on the market, we should always remember that skin care isn’t just for the face! Truly having healthy skin means taking care of your body everywhere. To help you find the perfect products to give yourselves some much needed TLC, we’ve put together some of our favorite body care products available at our Body Care Sale until August 31, 2020!

PERFECT FOR: CLEANSING AND MOISTURIZING

Those with sensitive skin will love this soap bar from Zenutrients! Because it’s formulated with calendula and coconut oil, this soap does well in protecting delicate skin and soothing skin issues such as eczema and psoriasis! It also contains nourishing sunflower extracts that are rich in Vitamin E and fatty acids—great for keeping the skin soft and supple.

PERFECT FOR: REVITALIZING DULL SKIN

Sometimes, because of the stress of our daily activities and the build-up of dead skin cells, our skin can begin to appear tired and lacklustre. An easy fix to that issue is regular exfoliation! This exfoliating oil scrub from St. Ives is an excellent choice for gently exfoliating the skin. It uses 100% natural ingredients to help you slough away dead skin cells and impurities while nourishing the skin with grapeseed oil for lasting hydration!

PERFECT FOR: HYDRATING DRY SKIN

PERFECT FOR: ACHIEVING FLAWLESS UNDERARMS

While making sure our underarms are hair-free through regular plucking or shaving, we can run the risk of damaging the sensitive skin in that area. Luckily, Dove has released an amazing dry serum deodorant that not only protects us from unpleasant odor, but nourishes the skin as well! With collagen and vitamin E, this product does well to minimize the appearance of blemishes by accelerating skin renewal, giving us beautifully smooth underarms! Want to read more on what the Calyxta Crew thought of this product? See our review here!

PERFECT FOR: PROTECTING DAMAGED SKIN

Shop for these must-have body care products at our sale today!

Julia Benito

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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Because August 15 is National Relaxation Day, we thought we’d put together a list of some of our go-to skin care and wellness products that help us wind down after a long day. If you’re in the market for soothing products you can buy for whole-body relaxation, then check out some of the deals from our Self-Care Sale below! You deserve the treat, Gorgeous.

FOR CALMING AROMAS

One of our favourite ways to make stressful days in the office a little better is lighting a candle from Happy Island. With so many unique scents to choose from, there’s sure to be a fragrance that tickles your fancy—from the crisp smell of freshly laundered linen to tropical scents that bring the beach into your bedroom! The best part? Each candle is hand poured with love and comes in gorgeous packaging that’ll look amazing on any nightstand.

P133

For those that love the calming scent of lavender, this all-around surface spray is a must-have! With distilled sugarcane alcohol and cleansing oils, this spray is lovely for a quick aromatic cleanse for hands, sheets, car interiors, and more!

FOR DEEP FACIAL CLEANSING

FOR DETOXIFYING TIRED SKIN

No relaxation regimen would be complete without a bit of exfoliation! These peeling pads from Neogen are the perfect combination of chemical and manual exfoliation, as each gauze pad is soaked with natural exfoliating ingredients that renew the skin from within while its textured material sloughs off dead skin cells at the surface. But remember: don’t get too addicted! While it may seem satisfying to scrape away at our skin every day, it would be best to limit your exfoliation to twice a week!

There’s nothing like a good face mask to help soak away your daily woes! This fizzing charcoal bubble mask from Rude Cosmetics comes highly recommended for dullness, dry skin, and minimizing the appearance of pores. With its naturally extracted apple juice and bamboo vulgaris sap, this mask gives amazing hydration while its charcoal material helps draw out impurities from your skin—plus, the bubbles give it an added element of fun!

FOR A SMOOTH BODY

Did you find something you like? Buy all your skin care, wellness, and beauty needs at our Self-Care Sale until August 16, 2020!

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Julia Benito

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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Who else misses the joy of getting ready in the morning and putting on a fresh face of makeup? Having nowhere to go and no plans for the day except making a nest in our own beds might have us forgetting our makeup kits all together, but all is not lost! Whether you’re working from home and are prepping for your next online meeting, popping out for a quick trip to the grocery store, or experimenting with some makeup techniques to post on the ‘Gram, there are still many ways for us makeup addicts to slay the day amidst this pandemic. For those looking to try something new or to just refine their signature looks, these makeup deals come highly recommended from the Calyxta Crew, so be sure to cop them while they’re on sale! Being in quarantine doesn’t have to feel drab, after all!

Every beauty junkie needs a trusty eyeshadow palette that can do it all! From its neutral tones to earthy greens to a playful pop of blue, this 35-shade palette is one of our favourites for turning out a bunch of different looks that are fit for any occasion. Your fantasies of making gorgeous MOTDs are just one Fairtytale Palette away!

Ladies with oily skin—myself included—know the struggles of having our makeup break down mid-day from having our natural oils seep through our foundation. That’s why having a reliable powder is a must, not only to keep the oil at bay, but to help your makeup stay fortified even through the Philippine heat! This translucent powder from Banila Co. does an excellent job at this—plus, since it’s so finely milled, it helps give you that gorgeous, poreless finish we’ve all been dying to perfect!

The tools we use to apply makeup are as important as the makeup themselves. After all, using a bad brush with great products does little to bring out their true potential. Make sure your tools are in tip-top shape with these must-have brushes from Colourpop; not only do good-quality brushes feel better against the skin, but they do a better job depositing and blending pigment so you don’t have to work as hard!

Sometimes, we don’t want to have to go through the trouble of putting on full glam—and that’s okay! We’re all for quick and easy looks, and a great way to achieve that is by using a tint. WAKEMAKE has perfected the art of making beautiful vivid pigments that can easily be subdued or built up for full opacity. Pop this on for your next Zoom meeting for a fresh flush of color!

With more time to ourselves these days, it’s a great opportunity to get a little creative with our looks to see what styles we like best. For those looking to get experimental (or are just in the mood for a new palette to play with), we highly recommend these palettes from Rimmel! With the many variants they have, you’re sure to find something to suit your mood. Want to try a romantic plum look? How about an electric yellow accent? Or maybe you just want a sultry smokey eye? You can achieve all of that and more!

One of the things I remember from starting off my makeup journey was the inexplicable confusion on what brushes I might need. This kit from Ecotools is a great starter kit for those who, like me, needed a little help figuring out the ropes. As a 5-piece set with face brushes and eyeshadow brushes at your disposal, this kit is already a bang for your buck with how flexible it can be for makeup newbies (and even veterans) needing some new tools!

Beauty sponges are a godsend for ladies looking to perfect the flawless, skin-like coverage we love seeing on our favourite YouTubers. Go for the OG and cop this stunning sapphire sponge that’s guaranteed to give you smooth makeup application—from foundation to concealer to cream contour and blush!

While big palettes are amazing for their variety, sometimes we need something compact to bring around. This Pink Sugar palette not only deposits smooth, buildable pigment, but is just the right size for putting into your purse—perfect for those needing to go to the office! I’m personally a sucker for Eye Candy 1 because of the beautiful teal shimmer it has, but if you’re looking for something neutral, these palettes will still do the trick!

This double sebum-control powder from Innisfree is just the size we need to slip it into our daily on-the-go kits, making touch-ups a breeze. This hard-working loose powder does a wonderful job at keeping our skin oil-free and is definitely a must-have for anyone looking to stay fresh without running the risk of clogging your pores!

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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As this pandemic persists, it’s important to make sure we’re doing everything we can to keep ourselves, our loved ones, and everyone we come in contact with safe by following extra precautionary measures. At this point in time, every little bit of effort counts, no matter how minute it may seem; keep the risk for contracting COVID-19 at the minimum with these simple yet effective hygiene habits to practice at home!

CLEANSE YOURSELF IMMEDIATELY WHEN RETURNING HOME

For those that absolutely must leave the house, please make sure to sanitize yourself immediately upon returning home–not just for you, but for the sake of everyone in your household! Settling into your couch, lying down on your bed, or hanging around your family members without cleansing yourself may seem like a natural course of action after a rough day, but it’s a big no-no! While it’s unclear how long the virus may survive on fabrics, there may be metal or plastic elements on them that may allow it to linger on you for several hours (and even days). A good practice would be to shower once you arrive home, keeping your possibly infected garments in a separate laundry bag, and changing into a fresh set of clothes before interacting with anyone or anything at home–especially for those coming from crowded or populous areas!

Those that would like to provide themselves an extra layer of protection, as well as making it easier to physically remove and separate from your regular clothes, you may find washable PPEs here! These are great ways to give yourself an additional physical barrier against bacteria for those leaving the house, as well as those that would like to cover their clothes when cleaning indoors!

MAKE A HABIT OF PRACTICING GOOD PERSONAL HYGIENE 

While it might be natural for us to cough into our hands and forget about it, gruesome times like these require us to be extra, extra vigilant. Be sure to wash your hands after coughing, sneezing, using the restroom, before preparing and eating food, before applying makeup, et cetera–basically, before doing anything that may involve contact with another individual, or contact with your face.

You may have heard this before, but a good gauge of how long you’ll need to wash your hands using hand soap would be to sing the full happy birthday song twice; this gives you around 20-30 seconds to wash every inch of your hands thoroughly!

REGULARLY DISINFECT YOUR HIGH-TOUCH SURFACES

Though every home is different, common high-touch surfaces include: door handles, tables, chairs, handrails, kitchen and bathroom surfaces, taps, toilets, light switches, mobile phones, computers, tablets, keyboards, remote controls, game controllers, and favourite toys. Give these surfaces a good wipe down using disinfectant solution regularly to keep germ transfer at a minimum.

However, keep in mind that many disinfectant products, such as wipes and sprays, need to stay wet on a surface for several minutes in order to be effective. It’s important not to wipe cleaning solutions off as soon as you’ve applied it to a surface to make sure they’re doing their job correctly. If there are instructions available on your products, do make sure to read the directions to make sure you’re using the products as recommended and to avoid damaging sensitive items such as mobile phones and other electronic devices. Because these are delicate pieces of equipment, it might be good to consider placing wipeable covers for electronics to avoid damage.

WASH YOUR LAUNDRY AND SHEETS REGULARLY

Along with showering and removing your clothing when you get home, it’s important to follow this up by washing your clothes and bed sheets more often. Aside from this, you may also follow these additional tips to ensure the highest possible virus-quelling efficiency: 1) Don’t shake dirty laundry to minimize the possibility of dispersing the virus through the air, 2) Launder items with soap or detergent, using the warmest appropriate water setting and dry items completely—both steps help to kill the virus, 3) Wash your hands with soap and water, or use an alcohol-based hand rub, immediately after handling dirty laundry, and 4) Wash or disinfect your laundry bag and hamper as well or consider storing laundry in disposable bags.

EXERCISE CAUTION WITH DELIVERIES

When having both food and items delivered to your homes, it’s good to be a tad bit paranoid. You don’t know where these have been or who has been touching them, after all! After receiving your parcels, make sure to follow these steps when applicable: 1) wipe down containers, cans, and the like with disinfectant solution before handling further, 2) dispose of unnecessary packaging properly into a bin (preferably with a lid to avoid further contact), 3) transfer food to clean plates or containers, and 4) wash any produce, such as fruits and vegetables, thoroughly under running water.

Again, wash your hands with soap immediately after handling!

STAY EXTRA PROTECTED WITH A WEARABLE DISINFECTION CARD

For whatever reason it may be, like going to the grocery store, picking up a delivery outside, or going to work, it wouldn’t hurt to exercise a little more caution by picking up one of these disinfection cards. These cards emit safe levels of active ingredient chlorine dioxide (ClO2) into the air, which protects within the card’s vicinity by absorbing and targeting the cells of viruses and bacteria for up to 30 days! These can be worn around the neck, clipped onto your clothing, or hung on your walls–whatever you feel works best for you! For a more detailed view of how these cards work, please visit their individual product pages.

“Cleaning and Hygiene Tips to Help Keep the COVID-19 Virus out of Your Home.” UNICEF, www.unicef.org/coronavirus/cleaning-and-hygiene-tips-help-keep-coronavirus-covid-19-out-your-home.

Julia Benito

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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With our “new normal” dictating the need for face masks on a daily basis, it comes to no surprise that the constant day-long friction from our surgical or cloth coverings can cause some unwanted irritation and inflammation. Wearing masks, especially those made of cloth, can also create a humid environment where bacteria, sweat, and oil can get trapped against our skin leading to breakouts—but don’t despair! All is not lost in this battle against maskne! Whether your days consist of travelling to work or simply walking your dog down the street, you can keep your skin safe with these simple tips for fighting acne from face masks.

BEFORE USING YOUR MASKS

APPLY AN EMOLLIENT TO CREATE A BARRIER BETWEEN YOUR SKIN AND THE MASK.

Aside from properly moisturizing your skin, applying a thicker emollient in the areas that are most likely to get irritated from the masks, such as the bridge of the nose and cheeks (where the nosepiece is typically secured into place), can also help give your skin some lubrication and protection against irritation.

PROTECT YOUR LIPS WITH A BALM.

Using a face mask all day can also take a toll on your lips, leading to dryness and flaking skin. Don’t forget to show your puckers some tender loving care by keeping them well-moisturized!

AFTER USING YOUR MASKS

WASH YOUR SKIN WITH A GENTLE CLEANSER RIGHT AFTER.

After wearing your masks, be sure to wash your face to rid yourself of all the sweat, oil, and debris you’ve accumulated throughout the day. We recommend opting for gentle, pH balancing cleansers that aren’t overly stripping to help maintain the integrity of your skin barrier—your skin needs all the moisture it can get right now! If you have acne-prone skin to begin with, having gentle salicylic cleansers are also great preventive measures, as salicylic acid is a BHA that tackles the root causes of acne by penetrating deeper into the skin.

EXFOLIATE GENTLY AND REGULARLY.

With all that build-up, your skin’s probably yearning for a refresh. However—and this is VERY important—do not use exfoliators that are too strong, at least for the time being. With all the friction and irritation your skin is already experiencing, adding a harsh exfoliant can exaggerate its effects, so stick to something gentle enough to slough away the debris without overdosing your skin.

EASE UP ON THE STRONG TREATMENTS FOR NOW.

Just as we don’t recommend harsh exfoliating products, we’d also advise against using strong treatments and re-evaluating your routine. Essentially, your entire goal is to make sure your skin barrier is as healthy as it can be, so keeping it well-hydrated is key for preventing sensitivity and irritation from external factors. A damaged skin barrier is more prone to inflammation, redness, and dryness, so gearing your routine towards maintenance of said barrier should be your priority. Some ingredients to consider incorporating into your routine are: 1) hyaluronic acid, as it pulls moisture into the skin to increase hydration, 2) ceramides, as this is a component our skin naturally produces and can help replenish the skin barrier, and 3) niacinamide, as this works well for soothing and reducing redness.

CALM IRRITATION WITH A SOOTHING CREAMS AND MASKS.

If you want to go the extra mile, you can also help ease your irritation with creams and masks made to soothe and heal. Cica (also known as centella asiatica) is a great ingredient for this, as it’s known far and wide for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that are used to treat skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, scarring, and the like. Aloe, an antioxidant and vitamin-rich ingredient, is also a good choice for soothing the skin as it’s commonly used to combat dryness, burns, and acne.

REFERENCES

Cassata, Cathy. “Face Masks May Be Irritating Your Skin — How to Stop It.” Healthline.com, 30 May 2020, www.healthline.com/health-news/face-masks-may-be-irritating-your-skin.

Washington-Harmon, Taylyn. “What to Do If Your Face Mask Is Seriously Irritating Your Skin.” Health.com, 14 Apr. 2020, www.health.com/condition/infectious-diseases/coronavirus/face-mask-skin-irritation.

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Julia Benito

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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Looking flawless every day doesn’t always have to include a billion skin care steps or mountains of makeup. Sometimes, taking a step back and bringing your routine back to the basics is all you need to bring out your skin’s inner radiance and keep you looking fresh.

Here are our recommendations for a basic beauty routine that both newbies and seasoned beauty veterans alike can enjoy!

CLEANSING

The most important part of your skin care routine is definitely cleansing, as it not only washes off your makeup and pore-clogging impurities, but also paves the way for any treatments you may have to better penetrate your skin. We highly recommend that those who wear makeup daily practice double cleansing, where they first go in with a cleansing oil, like this vegetable-based oil from Dear Klairs, to breakdown makeup and waterproof products before going into a gentle facial wash, like this one from Simple. Then, depending on your skin’s needs, we recommend exfoliating around 1-2 times a week to refresh your skin, lifting away dead skin cells and dirt that may have lingered in your pores to promote clearer, smoother skin. The exfoliating pads by Neogen are wonderful for giving you both physical and chemical exfoliation, as its pads have a textured side that sloughs away dead skin cells and a smooth side that delivers all the nutrients and AHAs that help even out your complexion.

MOISTURIZING

Keeping your skin healthy and protected against environmental stressors all comes down to hydration. Make sure your skin doesn’t lack any of the moisture it needs to fend off irritation, inflammation, and excess oil production by keeping it well-moisturized every day. Having hydrated skin also helps maintain the plump, radiant appearance that we all strive for, so drink lots of water and never forget to moisturize! This moisturizer from CosRX is well-loved because it’s lightweight, making it suitable for oily skin, and is formulated with 70% White Birch Sap, which is full of vitamins and anti-oxidants that help keep the skin healthy from within.

SUN CARE

The battle to maintain youthful skin depends largely on how well you keep it protected from harmful UV rays that can speed up the signs of premature aging (for a more intensive dive into why you need sun care, click here). It’s imperative to have sun protection daily, whether indoors or outdoors, so it’s good to have one that’s lightweight and comfortable to use—like this one from Dear Klairs! It’s water-based, which makes it better suited for sensitive skin, and doesn’t leave a whitecast after applying.

LIGHT MAKEUP

It’s no lie that putting on makeup can take up a bigger chunk of our days than we like to admit. So, when we need to get out of the house STAT but want to look good regardless, we like simplifying our looks into three basic steps: powder, brows, and tint. The Banila Co. pact does a great job at creating a poreless appearance while helping keep excess oil production at bay. The Honey I’m Good Brow Kit is also a Calyxta fave, as it contains a brow gel and three different shades that you can mix to your liking (and can also doubles as eyeshadow, if you want it to). Lastly, the WakeMake tints give a beautiful, vibrant finish to any simple look and lasts all day without falling into the dry cracks of the lips or feeling too heavy or sticky to comfortably wear.

HAIR AND BODY CARE

Sometimes, we get so fixated on our face that we begin to neglect the other parts of our bodies. Treat your locks with love by giving them added strength against breakage with the naturally formulated products from local brand Zenutrients! Show your underarms some TLC with Dove’s innovative deodorant dry serum (read the Crew’s reviews here) that is formulated with skin care ingredients to give you smooth, radiant skin while protecting you from odor. And finally, because our skin is the largest organ of our body, it’s only right to give it the hydration it deserves. Pamper yourself with Dove’s rich, luxuriant body wash for smooth, deeply moisturized skin!

Julia Benito

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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Sometimes, the world of beauty can get so overwhelming. With all these brands constantly coming out with great products, it’s hard to resist the urge to splurge, horde, and try them all out—don’t worry, I’m guilty of this too! However, it’s good to take the time to step back and revisit the basics to see if we have what we need, not just what we want. With this, we’ve collated all the best deals you can find for head-to-toe beauty essentials available at our upcoming Back to Basics sale!

The number one skin care sin? Forgetting your sun protection! Those that need a refresher on why sun care should be a priority can read more here, but the basic point you need to remember is that sun care protects the skin from harmful UV rays that speed up the signs of pre-mature aging. This essence from Banila Co. is an excellent choice for keeping the skin well protected, as well as the keeping it hydrated throughout the day and soothing irritation. Best of all? It’s lightweight and non-sticky, which makes it perfect for comfortable daily use and for wearing under makeup.

It goes without saying that all beauty buffs need a good foundation, as foundation can make or break any look. This one from Maybelline gives us an affordable option that’s great for those of us living in the sweltering heat of the Philippines, as it has a lightweight texture, shine-controlling micro-powders, and a flawless matte finish. Even if you’re just taking your first steps into turning out looks or are a seasoned veteran in the makeup arena, you’re sure to find a good, basic foundation with this product.

Your eyes are the windows to your soul, so they deserve the proper framing! That’s where brows come in. Brows are the unsung heroes of completing any look, as it helps frame the face and making even the simplest of makeup looks appear clean and put together. For achieving great brows without the fuss, we highly recommend this kit, as it has all you need in one small package: styling wax, tinted powder, a dual-ended brush with a spoolie and angled tip, and a pair of mini tweezers.

Tints are one of the most versatile makeup products one could own, as it can be used for both lips and cheeks if one wanted to. This particular tint from Wakemake has a gorgeous variety of vivid shades that can help you achieve either a subtle, daily flush or a louder, statement-making pop of color. It’s also lightweight, non-sticky, long-wearing, and doesn’t fall unattractively into the drier creases of the lips. What’s not to love?

Lovers of K-Beauty would recognize this product immediately—with good reason! It’s renowned for being a super gentle cleanser that even the most sensitive skin will benefit from, as it has a low pH formulation that prevents the skin from becoming too alkaline. This means that it helps maintain the skin’s acidity levels to prevent acne breakouts, dehydration, and increased sensitivity. Definitely a must-have for those looking for minimalist skin care that doesn’t skimp on effectiveness!

When it comes to youthful skin, regular exfoliation is key. Sloughing off dead skin cells, dirt, and impurities at least once a week is imperative in keeping the skin bright and glowing, so don’t just shrug it off! We love these exfoliating pads from Neogen because it not only physically lifts away all the pore-clogging debris, but deposits lactic acid and other nutrients into the skin for both a physical and chemical exfoliating experience.

One’s hair is the crown of their head, so one should never put hair care in the backseat! Make sure to invest in a deeply nourishing conditioner, just like this all-time Calyxta Crew favourite from Zenutrients! This local brand is well-loved for their use of natural, organic ingredients, so you know you’re only lathering on the good stuff. The Gugo variant in particular is a must-have as its main ingredient is known to strengthen damaged hair and even promote hair growth—perfect for those trying to revive chemically treated hair or those reversing the effect of hair loss!

While we horde all the latest skin care and makeup trends that pop up left and right, sometimes we forget that our bodies need pampering too. This body wash from Dove is a blessing for those that forget to moisturize their skin, as it contains the smoothening and restorative properties of shea butter that help revitalize dry skin with each use. It’s gentle yet rich, creamy lather creates a soothing bathing experience that you’re sure to enjoy every time!

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Julia Benito

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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With all the Western fads and the K-Beauty trends popping up to and fro, it’s inevitable that we sometimes ­let our home-grown gems fly under the radar. However, now that Independence Day is here, it’s important now more than ever to hone in on our Filipino pride and support our hardworking countrymen—all while giving ourselves a little beauty treat, of course! Here’s a little rundown of some of the local brands you can find here on Calyxta and the products that we love from them.

We all deserve to treat ourselves like the goddesses that we are, and by using Diwatang Maria, we’re one step closer to doing so. Their organic, plant-derived soaps glide on like a creamy, moisturizing dream, and are even gentle enough for sensitive skin! Each diwata-named variant contains locally sourced ingredients, and its latest biodegradable packaging upgrade lets us help reduce environmental waste as well. Organic, eco-friendly, and locally sourced–what’s not to love about this brand?

Happy Island was always a brand that brought such a big smile to our faces. With their fun, beautifully made packaging, each uniquely scented hand-poured soy candle will brighten (pun intended) any room and any mood! Aside from the candles that the Calyxta Crew are obsessed with, they also have a selection of scented body lotions that are a definite must-have for an instant pick-me-up after a long day. If their goal was to give simple joys in the form of refreshing scents, then they definitely succeeded!

Makiling Herbarium’s multi-purpose oils have long been dubbed as “the wonder oils” by the Calyxta Crew for its all-natural hydrating properties. Its multi-tasking variants contain floral extracts that can be used for smoothing over the skin, treating chapped lips, taming frizz, and even sliding off your makeup! These, as well as their Sunkissed Face Oil, are also perfect for adding to the end of your beauty routines to help boost the hydration levels of your skin and promote a healthy, luminous glow!

With an interesting approach to cosmetics, this brand takes the core of our much-beloved Sunday rests and uses this calm, leisurely feeling to inspire all of their gorgeous products. They make sure to use natural ingredients to create easy-to-use products that have us looking our Sunday best with minimal effort required. For those looking for affordable beauty that’s fuss free but delivers exactly what you’re looking for, make sure you don’t miss out on Sundays Moderne Beauty!

Julia Benito
Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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As the global pandemic persists, we are all still highly encouraged to remain indoors as much as we can. Because of this, to help ease the minds of our loyal customers as well as promote cleanliness within the household, we’ve opened a new category of products: Essentials! With these products, we hope to help limit your need to go outdoors by having your household necessities delivered directly to the safety of your homes.

These essentials include hand sanitizers, liquid hand soap, and 70% isopropyl alcohol that you can easily order in bulk, multi-purpose disinfectant solutions that you may use on all sorts of surfaces, as well as clear reusable bottles to simply refill for your convenience. Laundry supplies such as detergent and fabric softener are now also in stock.

Julia Benito

Julia is Calyxta’s resident crazy plant lady with an unstoppable caffeine addiction and an ever-increasing love for glitter eye shadow. When she’s not staring out the window mulling over the correctness of her grammar, she can be found drawing on eyeliner, watching anime, reading books, or petting strangers’ dogs.

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