Blog posts of '2018' 'May'

Creating the right skin care regimen can be easy if you know what your skin really needs. Good thing, V&M Naturals is here to tell you and recommend products for a more radiant and healthier look. So, for those with combination dry skin, here’s the only article you’ll need to know that perfect routine.

If you have observed dryness on your T-zone area (the central part of the face including chin, nose and forehead) and oiliness on other parts particularly the cheeks, chances are you have combination dry skin. This could mean products you use may be perfect for some areas and not on others where breakouts or drying occur. Well, you can now stop stressing about which products to choose because we are here to help you with just 6 easy steps.

Exfoliate with Clear y Rosy

Get rid of dead skin cell buildup with Clear y Rosy. With active ingredients such as Chrysanthemum Flower, Magnolia Kobus and Camellia Sinensis Leaf extracts, your skin will guarantee to be more hydrated, have reduced signs of aging and protected from harmful UV damage. Moreover, Witch Hazel Extract is incorporated in the formulation and helps to shrink pore size and control oil production. Your skin will surely retain its healthy state because the product is also infused with Emu Oil and Honey Extract for a well-moisturized look.

Cleanse with Shades of Shave

Shades of Shave is the perfect cleanser for those with combination dry skin type since it contains Gotu Kola that is perfect for cell rejuvenation. It also has Japanese Knotweed and Coffee extract that improve skin firmness and restore its moisture and hydration. Ingredients such as Aloe vera, Brassica Sulforaphane, Citrus Bioflavonoids and Wild Indigo help in the overall health of your skin because they are good antioxidants and protect from harmful UV effects.

Tone with Rosewater + Aloe

Rosewater Toner effectively removes dirt while keeping skin hydrated for its Rose and Aloe vera extracts. The former helps in treating acne and other skin conditions due to its anti-inflammatory properties while the latter repair dead skin cells and has properties that fight free radicals to boost collagen production.

Boost with Total Potion

Tamarind, the main ingredient of Total Potion, has Hyaluronic Acid that smoothens fine lines and wrinkles as well as keeps skin moisturized. Its anti-inflammatory properties also improve the appearance of inflamed skin and relieve pigmentation. This also protects from free radicals while acting as a gentle brightening agent, best for dark spots and other blemishes.

Moisturize with Tsubaki Oil

Tsubaki Oil has the power to repair damage from within as it contains Squalene that is absorbed easily by the skin. It is also a great antioxidant, able to fight free radicals as well as help in the rejuvenation of cells. Because of its fatty acid content, natural oil barriers are produced to keep the skin moisturized.

Protect with Keep Safe

Keep Safe Tinted Sunblock has Grapefruit and Bitter Orange extracts that boost the production of collagen and control sebum production. It is also infused with Emu Oil to ensure overall skin health is maintained. Your skin will not only be defended from UV damage but also maintain its moisture through Argan and Jojoba Seed Oil.

Taking care of your skin and dealing with problem areas will now be easier with these recommendations!

Keen to try our products? Head to our stores in SM MOA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, Ayala Malls The 30th, Glorietta 3, UPTC or our Fairview HQ. You can also visit our website, Facebook or Instagram pages to know more.

Just before V&M Naturals celebrates its 10th year anniversary in June, it has reached TWO milestones in just one day!

Last April 28, 2018, the business has opened its 11th and 12th stores at SM Clark and The Park Fashion + Lifestyle at U.P. Town Center. A back to back opening that was flocked by so many of our clients from the north and the east! There, new and old customers alike were able to enjoy promos, discounts, and amazing deals, as well as samples and demonstrations to further educate them about our best-selling products.

Not only do the customers get to experience V&M Naturals merchandise, they also get a chance to upgrade their wardrobe with discount vouchers from Agos Surf & Swimwear and Soak Swimwear! Clearly, the best treat before the summer season ends.

These store openings are V&M Naturals’ way of catering to everyone, no matter how far they may be, as it strives to promote wellness of the body and mind through the use of natural ingredients sourced from the environment. Additionally, this is the company’s approach to reach more people who would help in its environmental advocacies.

To all clients, old and new, who supported our store openings last week, everyone at V&M Naturals thank you. May you continue to help us reach our goal to advocate for overall wellness through God’s resources and keeping our environment free from waste.

Keen to try our products? Head to our stores in SM MOA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, Ayala Malls The 30th, Glorietta 3, UPTC or our Fairview HQ. You can also visit our website, Facebook or Instagram pages to know more.

V&M Naturals is home of the miracle product Emu Oil, which is able to cure just about any skin condition as the fatty acids it contains is the closest to the human skin pH, making it easily absorbed and helps in the healing process from within. However, although this is a claim that has been proven time and again by so many of our clients, many people who want to reap this product’s benefits cannot do so because of their vegan lifestyle. Hence, Sacha Inchi Oil has become a part of the Pure Actives line in the company's objective to cater to as many people as possible.

Here are just a few of the positive effects this oil has on the skin:

1. Contains 93% unsaturated fatty acids that help in the retention of skin moisture, which then relieves skin from irritation. These also regulate oil production and maintain skin elasticity, as well as reduce UV damage, signs of aging and inflammation.

2. Has the potent antioxidants Vitamin E and A, which block free radical damage that is a result of UV exposure. These also improve the production of collagen to prevent the formation of wrinkles and fine lines, as well as help even out skin tone.

3. Contains Phytosterols that boosts detoxification and strengthen the skin’s natural lipid barrier, leaving the skin smoother.

Sacha Inchi Oil is proof that everything we need has been given to us through the Earth’s resources. And it is our job to find a way how to utilize them properly as well as take care of them so the next generations can reap their benefits as well.

Keen to try our products? Head to our stores in SM MOA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, Ayala Malls The 30th, Glorietta 3, UPTC or our Fairview HQ. You can also visit our website, Facebook or Instagram pages to know more.

Nowadays, people have found an assortment of ways to freshen up the air in their homes: incense, diffusers, and candles. Little did we know that, although these products are giving off great aroma, some can have massive negative impacts on the environment as they emit toxins that affect people’s health as well.

Good thing there is a way to achieve an aromatic ambiance in the house without risking the health of the people inside or the environment, through beeswax candles.

Here are five reasons why you should take the switch to this amazing product:

1. They are naturally made, without any hint of chemical, making them environmental-friendly and very safe. Unlike paraffin candles, these were created from renewable energy, which also contributes to them burning cleanly and having less smoke. Moreover, these are very special products because it is estimated that bees have to fly 150,000 miles to collect enough honey to secrete one pound of wax.
2. Beeswax candles have the highest melting point, as they also burn longer and also drip less. Additionally, the light they emit is of a similar spectrum as the sun, which means they are way brighter than other candles.
3. The natural scent brought by the honey and nectar in the honeycomb makes these candles smell a whole lot better. Their scent doesn’t fade even as time passes, as they burn more beautifully as well.
4. These are also the only candles that emit negative ions to purify and clean the air through neutralizing the toxins.
5. They are also very safe to those with respiratory conditions like asthma, environmental allergies, sensitivities, and the like.

There are so many available candles in the market but beeswax candles are the only ones that are not destructive to the environment and our health. With these, beauty, elegance and good aroma can be achieved through just one single lighting. You can start switching to this product by choosing from our variants Forest and the Sea, Anise and Vanilla, Nectarine Comb Dews, Spiced Twig, and Only Olive and get better relaxation at home.

Keen to try our products? Head to our stores in SM MOA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, Ayala Malls The 30th, Glorietta 3 or our Fairview HQ. You can also visit our website, Facebook or Instagram pages to know more.

Looking for the right skin care regimen is actually not as hard as people think, so long as you know what your skin type is. Good thing, V&M Naturals is here to tell you what it may be and recommend some products for a clearer and healthier skin. So, for those with dry/sensitive skin continue reading because this is the only article you’ll need for that perfect routine.

If you notice you have almost invisible pores, dull and rough complexion, red patches, visible lines, peeling, cracking, itching, scaling and irritation, then you may just have dry/sensitive skin. This means it can be harder to use products with way too harsh chemicals. However, it doesn’t mean you have to suffer from constant inflammation especially with these 6 products.

Exfoliate with Clear y Rosy

Get rid of scaling, peeling and cracking skin through gentle exfoliation with Clear y Rosy. With active ingredients such as Chrysanthemum Flower, Magnolia Kobus, and Camellia Sinensis Leaf extracts, signs of aging like fine lines will be reduced significantly, skin will be protected from harmful UV damage, as it becomes firmer and more hydrated. Additionally, Licorice Root Extract is incorporated in the formulation and it helps in brightening dark areas. Your skin will surely retain its healthy state because the product is also infused with Emu Oil.

Cleanse with Shades of Shave

Shades of Shave is the perfect cleanser for those with dry/sensitive skin type since it contains Licorice and Chamomile, which are a good remedy for inflammation and irritation. It also has Japanese Knotweed and Coffee extract that improve skin firmness and restore its moisture and hydration. Ingredients such as Aloe vera, Brassica Sulforaphane, Citrus Bioflavonoids and Wild Indigo help in the overall health of your skin because they are good antioxidants and protect from harmful UV effects.

Tone with Rosewater + Aloe

Rosewater Toner effectively removes dirt remnants while keeping skin moisturized with Rose and Aloe vera extracts. The latter also helps in repairing dead skin cells and has properties that fight free radicals to boost collagen production. This product has anti-inflammatory properties that are best for blemishes and other skin conditions.

Boost with Total Potion

Tamarind, the main ingredient of Total Potion, has Hyaluronic Acid that smoothens fine lines and wrinkles as well as keeps skin hydrated. Its anti-inflammatory properties also better the appearance of irritated skin and relieve pigmentation. This also protects from free radicals while acting as a gentle brightening agent, best for dark spots and other blemishes.

Moisturize with Rosehip Oil

Rosehip Oil, obtained from the seeds of the wild rose bush, contains Omega-6 and 3 that help in producing oil barriers, which are needed to keep skin moisturized and younger-looking. They also aid in repairing injuries and scars.

Protect with Keep Safe

Protecting your skin from the harmful damages of the sun is an imperative step especially because they greatly contribute to early signs of aging. To achieve this, you will need Keep Safe Tinted Sunblock. It has Grapefruit and Bitter Orange extracts that reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Your skin will not only be defended from UV light but also maintain its moisture through Argan and Jojoba Seed Oil.

Taking care of your skin and dealing with problem areas will now be easier with these recommendations!

Keen to try our products? Head to our stores in SM MOA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, Ayala Malls The 30th, Glorietta 3 or our Fairview HQ. You can also visit our website, Facebook or Instagram pages to know more.

It is true that health is wealth but it is not all about our physical well-being because we also have to take care of our mental wellness since it is the very thing we need to support all functions of our being. That being said, here are five essential oils that can help enhance our outlook on life and ultimately our lives:

Lemongrass for Mindfulness

Mindfulness has been practiced for years but not to banish current problems that people face, instead it is a way to be fully aware of them and accept them. Through this, one can experience a reduction in depression or emotional distress, as well as the ability to cope better with stressful situations and anticipated anxieties. To help with practicing mindfulness, it is advised that one puts a few drops of Orange Oil onto a tissue and inhale from it or use it using a diffuser before they start the session.

Frankincense for Positivity

Life is full of good and bad things, but the key is to always see more of what’s worth our time and can ultimately help better our perspective: the good. Positivity is an ingredient to achieve a successful life which would bring contentment to oneself and essential oils can help in bringing someone into that disposition. They are believed to bring harmony and balance and create a positive atmosphere. One oil that can be used to get this benefit is Frankincense, as it can be incorporated in baths, massages, or simply inhaled from a tissue.

Bergamot for Confidence

They say that being confident is not something one can learn because it is innate in a person. But that is not true at all. One can always choose to practice it every so often so they can eventually free themselves of inhibitions that are hindering them from living their lives to the fullest. Bergamot is one essential oil that can help in building confidence because it relieves fear, stress and nervous tension that may prevent people in presenting themselves to others.

Peppermint for Concentration

The age of technology may be aiding us in making tasks easier but in truth, it has the negative effect of making us less focused. We have become used to multi-tasking, which may not be efficient if we want to be really successful in our jobs. Peppermint essential oil can help in the overall and long-term ability to concentrate when used in massages or diffusers.

Orange for Happiness

Most people only aim to be happy even without much of the material things in life. There are also some who find glee in making others smile or by helping them. There is no one answer as to what makes people pleased but sometimes, it only takes for one to accept themselves and live in the present. Essential oils have a way of amplifying the happiness within someone, something that Orange oil can do.

Although we all have different ways of celebrating our successes, facing our problems, and dealing with life, we should understand that it is important to always stay positive and well-minded.

Keen to try our products? Head to our stores in SM MOA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, Ayala Malls The 30th, Glorietta 3 or our Fairview HQ. You can also visit our website, Facebook or Instagram pages to know more.

Let’s talk about dark unwanted areas. The very reason why it’s hard for some of us to get out of the house wearing sleeveless tops, skirts, dresses, shorts, bikinis, and even flip flops. Some would go far as to say, this is the bane of their existence, especially during high temperatures. However, what they don’t know is that this may be caused by some of the very things they do.

Here are just 3 of the reasons why some parts of your body darken:

Shaving

This is one of the most common reasons why certain body parts get darker especially when it is not done properly. Due to cuts, scrapes or burns, the skin becomes irritated and a reaction occurs that lead to hyperpigmentation. This is the skin’s way of replacing color to the damaged area and in turn makes it darker.

Over Sun Exposure

Sun exposure can be good for our overall health and well-being. But too much of it may lead to uneven skin tone and other worse conditions. To protect your skin from UV light, the body produces melanin and overproduction of this may lead to uneven skin tone.

Poor Hygiene

The accumulation of dead skin cells and dirt can also cause the skin to darken. Additionally, if there is too much friction between a material (e.g. tight clothes) and the skin then it can also contribute to the problem. And without good hygiene then it can take months or even years before you can achieve even skin tone again.

Now that we know the possible causes of these dark unwanted areas, it becomes easier to prevent them and address the same problems from before. Ultimately, one needs to have proper hygiene for this task. And what better way to improve your routine than through the use of V&M Naturals brightening care products.

Just read some of the testimonials from our clients:

	Exfobomb   “I started using this for my knees, elbows, and underarms last week and I've seen a big difference already. I like how during the exfoliating phase it is already moisturizing the area as it exfoliates unlike other scrubs that just exfoliates but leaves the skin dry. Plus, it really does whiten the target spots!”   Pauline
Underarmour Aloe Tea + Licorice Mint   “I bought a bottle of Aloe Tea + Licorice Mint with a desperate hope that I will find a deo to suit me and V&M did not let me down. Two sprays in the morning and two sprays in the night is enough to keep away any BO. There is none of the dreaded artificial scent that I dislike and it keeps me fresh the whole day even with increased activity.”   Krishla
	Clear y Rosy   “Aside from being organic and safe to use, this face and body scrub exfoliate the skin without stripping off moisture unlike other body scrubs that make my skin dry and itchy. I so love how this makes my skin smooth and soft to the touch and brightens my face instantly. Plus, the scent is heavenly!”   Cris
CPC+G Oil   “I have a slightly dark underarms and chicken skin because of plucking, and I am certain that every girl with a fair complexion didn't want a dark secret there so, I tried to apply 2 to 3 drops of this oil every night on my underarms for almost 3 weeks now. At first, I didn't notice the effects because I was busy all I know is I had to put this before I sleep but it surprised me when I tried to wear a sleeveless dress my armpits were less darker than before and also my chicken skin was lessened! Now since it's beach season I can comfortably wear a bikini because of this oil.”   Cynthia
	Bikini Bomb   “I have been using this (together with CPC+G Oil) in all of my dark areas like the butt, bikini line, underarms, and even my knees and elbows for almost a month now and I must say I am more than satisfied with the results. I have noticed its lightening effect from the first few days (to a week) of religious application, twice a day, and my excitement for these products is immensely high. I have already recommended this to everyone I know.”   Verinna

With these products, you can now strut your stuff under the sun!

Keen to try our products? Head to our stores in SM MOA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, Ayala Malls The 30th, Glorietta 3 or our Fairview HQ. You can also visit our website, Facebook or Instagram pages to know more.