Blog

When did you stop putting the age on your cake when it’s your birthday? The number of candles on your tasty pastry is not the only thing that determines how fast you age. Your lifestyle, diet, and a number of environmental aggressors that you face daily play a vital role in the aging process. Aside from the sun's harm, it’s been proven that environmental assailants like pollution, smoke, artificial heating and cooling, and the weather such as wind, heat, and cold actually doubles the rate at which skin ages. In fact, these irritants are the number one cause of aging, accounting 80% of it. [gallery ids="1241,1242,1243,1244,1245,1246,1247" type="slideshow"] Flor, a 65-year old housewife is a fan of beauty products (because no one is ever too old to look beautiful). That’s why we invited her to try our newest baby – Marula Oil, for a week and see how it works.

When we urged her to use it for a week she looks happy, “I was more excited than being skeptic since it is an all-natural product. I like to believe that it will bring wonders to my skin and was really hoping Marula oil will erase my age lines”.

The first time she applied it, Flor didn’t really feel anything and just hoped that “it would bring good results”. After a week of continuous use, she observed changes that delighted her,

“I felt my skin tightening, especially around my eyes, forehead, and upper nose bridge. Even the black spots on my left cheek lightened.”

The people around her noticed this transformation and commented about how she looks younger now and, dare we say, blooming.

“I was not expecting to see as many changes especially for only 7 days. I can’t wait to have another lunch out with my friends and gush about my new favorite product. Surely, I will recommend it to them. It’s worth every centavo spent.”

We also noticed during our talk with Flor how she visibly looks fresh now that she’s entrusted her skin with Marula Oil. She no longer has the haggard look of a woman who has forgotten to look after her skin. She expresses her happiness by ensuring that she has 3 bottles of Marula Oil all just for herself.   With Marula Oil’s reputation as the elixir of youth, we can’t really blame her. Can we?   Who's up for Marula Challenge? We dare you to try it for yourselves.   Get one of this luscious bottle for yourself now! Visit our stores in SM MOA, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, Ayala Malls The 30th, or our HQ Fairview. Want more convenience? Order through our official website, Facebook, or Instagram account.

It’s time to meet the new beautifying product on the block: Marula Oil.   This wondrous oil is similar to the Argan Oil that we have grown to love, but with a little more extra. Well, a LOT more extra.  Given the nickname, “Africa’s beauty secret”, it is extracted from the nuts of the Marula tree in South Africa and was traditionally used on the skin and hair for its benefits.  

Great for your skin

1. Suits all skin types – It is easily absorbed by the skin and doesn’t clog your pores. Moreover, Marula oil is enriched with oleic acid; just what you need for a beautifully healthy skin.
2. The Elixir of youth – We don’t mean to overwhelm you, but Marula Oil holds a whopping 60% more antioxidants than your holy grail Argan Oil and contains 4 times as much vitamin C as your favorite orange. It is also enhanced with vitamin E and essential fatty acids. Together, they are a formidable anti-aging team that provides an advanced protection against photoaging.
3. Combats acne – Scared to use oils because of your acne-prone skin? Marula oil has three properties that would surely ease your worries: non-comedogenic, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory that can help deal with your acne woes. It doesn't clog pores and instead of worsening the condition of the inflamed skin, Marula Oil actually helps in eliminating the impurities on your skin and prevent the formation of future zits.
4. Prevents scars and stretchmarks – It has the essential nutrients to keep your skin supple and firm. It also inhibits the formation of hyperpigmentation and prohibits the appearance of stretch marks; making it a good massage oil for expecting mothers.
5. Soothes – It has anti-microbial qualities that can alleviate different skin conditions.
6. Moisturizes – It sinks deep into the skin and delivers hydrating gifts to your lackluster skin to promote a radiant and supple tone.

 

Great for your hair

1. Nourishes – It regenerates your hair cells and boosts the healthy growth of your crowning glory.
2. Frizz-free – It covers your hair cuticles with a glowing finish.
3. Offers protection – It coats your strands to shield your tresses from the heat of curling iron and other environmental assaults on your gorgeous locks.

 

Great for your Nails

1. Strengthens – It fortifies fragile nails and moisturizes cuticles for healthier nails.

  From head down to your toes, Marula Oil might be the secret to a perfect skin and hair. Get one of this luscious bottle for yourself now! Visit our stores in SM MOA, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, Ayala Malls The 30th, or our HQ Fairview. Want more convenience? Order through our official website, Facebook, or Instagram account.

Scars, marks, facial stains, defects, whatever you want to call it – don’t hide behind that mask of unappealing skin.

If you are the daredevil or adventurous type, chances are you are carrying an evidence or two of your escapades somewhere on your body. While it certainly is filled with memories, it doesn’t necessarily need to be shown.

Here are our top products for a silky-soft unblemished skin.

Rosehip Oil – No need for costly treatment. Just a few drops a day and you’ll soon say goodbye to stretchmarks and scarred skin. Got a seemingly hopeless mark? No worries! Rosehip oil is a highly potent oil that can flatten keloidal and post-surgical scars. Hallelujah!

In fact, it’s Korina’s wonder worker,

“I knew that this product, the Rosehip Oil by V&M Naturals, is a hit or miss. It works wonders for some skin types and breaks out others. I was desperate and wanted to get rid of my acne marks, so I bought it. I'm so happy that it worked really well with my skin, recent acne marks fade in a couple of days and my old acne marks are getting lighter every week, it also made my skin really soft. Since I have really oily skin I only used at night. I put it on after my acne spot treatment and before my night cream. I recommended it to my friends who have the same skin problems and I'll definitely repurchase this product!”

CPC + G Oil – Hyperpigmented scars are not permanent but they may be veeeery slow to fade. This could really ruin our photo-perfect OOTDs at times. Luckily, there’s a new “It” whitening oil in town – CPC + G Oil. This is our most potent whitening oil that is guaranteed to eliminate your dark marks and blemishes.

Not surprising for Nic to be amazed,

“I didn't use to have acne and now in my mid 20's I am getting adult acne. I did not have clue as to how to handle it and because of that I got BLEMISHED/DARK ACNE SCARS that will not go away... after a year of trying every clean product out there to remove blemishes I saw this and decide to try it. Now 3 days in and marks that are at least 6 months old are disappearing!!!! AS IN ALMOST GONE! I cannot believe it! This product is magic! It's clean and safe and it works!!! I did get scared at first cause when I pumped it into my hand the first time it was soon warm! never had that experience with a product before but it is relaxing when you get used to the warmth. Totally works.”

Brightening Love Plant Oil – For continuous skin renewal that you can rely on lightening your skin, you better use this oil. It strongly inhibits production of melanin (dark pigment) and regulates the darkening of skin while targeting your core cells to guarantee the skin lightening effect. You can see the effects as early as 2-8 weeks of regular use.

Just look at how it brightened Maria’s skin at its finest,

“This product really [surprised] me - I love that it is not greasy and dry up easily - best paired with moisturizer for a super smooth and flawless skin. I have bumps before using the brightening oil and as expected it leaves mark on my face but with the use of this magic oil - it lightens. It keeps my skin glowing and I will definitely keep this product on my must-have kit.”

Scars begone!

  Know more about our amazing products and promos by following us on our official website, Facebook, or Instagram page. You can also visit our stores in SM MOA, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, Ayala Malls The 30th, and our HQ in Fairview.

Due to the increasing costs of the raw materials used in the production of our oils, we have increased our prices to ensure the quality of our Pure Active Oils remains top notch. Many were surprised with the sudden change.

We want to show you the benefits and uses of our oils that our dear clients would miss if we didn’t make this hard decision.

This is what 2-3 drops of our Pure Active Oils can do to your skin.

 

BENEFITS:

1. Soothes the skin – Can calm various skin conditions that many products can’t. These oils prevent triggers from happening so that you can go out confidently and not feel embarrassed or uncomfortable.
2.  Anti-aging – Enriched with antioxidant properties that help fight signs of aging for faster skin renewal and boost elasticity.
3. Anti-inflammatory – Our oils heals acne from invading your beautiful skin and cools down other forms of inflammation.
4. Antibacterial – It can protect the skin against infection to speed up wound healing and skin cell regeneration.
5. Removes scars – You name it: acne marks, keloidal scars, post-surgical scars, or 10-year old flaws. We have oils to flatten and lighten these blemishes.
6. Unclogs pores – Got clogged pores that are filled with whiteheads and blackheads? We have oils that wipe those away from your pores.
7. Treats swollen muscles – They comfort your bloated muscles.
8.   Reduces cellulite – Do you have areas on your body plagued with tiny dimples? Say no more.
9. Removes warts – Fun fact: Frogs don’t really cause warts. Nevertheless, we have just the right product to remove that unpleasant dark solid bumps on your skin.
10. Shrinks pores – Enlarged pores invite all kinds of bacteria and dirt into your skin. Close those tiny pores using our oils
11. Oil control – Ironic, isn’t? An oil preventing regulating production of another oil. But we strive to make the impossible happen.
12. Moisturize – Our Pure Active Oils are 5 times highly penetrative compared to others. They sink deeper and thoroughly moisturizes our skin.

USES

1.  Primer – Use it as a base to prep your face and make application of makeup easier.
2.  Moisturizer – Guaranteed to moisturize the skin even those with seemingly ‘hopeless’ case.
3. The secret ingredient in your other beauty products – YES, you can mix our oils to your shampoo, conditioner, hair mask, moisturizing creams, lotions, toners, facial wash, you name it.

What would you rather buy, a less expensive product with doubtful capabilities or a product with a slightly higher price but filled to the brim with benefits?

Know more about our amazing products and promos by following us on our official website, Facebook, or Instagrampage. You can also visit our stores in SM MOA, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, Ayala Malls The 30th, and our Fairview HQ.

Japanese people are often described as having a gorgeous, radiant, and blemish-free skin that never seem to age. How do they manage to look so perfect?   A Japanese beauty secret in having a youthful glow is now out in the open- Tsubaki Oil! Japanese men and women commonly use Tsubaki Oil to hydrate their face, body, and hair because it provides a glowing finish. But you don’t have to go all the way to Japan just to get your hands on this beauty oil. Extracted from Camellia flower seed, Tsubaki Oil is not just any ordinary moisturizing product, it’s brimming with nutritive benefits.   One of which is the Oleic Acid that moisturizes not just the skin but also your hair and scalp to boost hair growth and prevent dandruff. It also fights free radicals and reverses premature skin aging while soothing many skin conditions and reducing your inflamed dermis. Another is an army of Omega 3, 6, 9, and vitamins A, B, D, and E that improves the ability of your skin to hold in moisture to encourage healthy skin cell production aside from blocking and destroying free radicals. Vitamin E is also known for its skin lightening effects that work on scars and dark spots, minor burn-soothing ability, used in treating stretch marks, and its gift of repairing hair split ends that frustrates us all from time to time.   Carline found her the holy grail for her dark under-eyes,

“Best one I've used for eye bags. Been using this for a month now, not even regularly since there are days when I'm too lazy with my complete regimen (bad I know), and I've noticed significant changes with my laugh lines, crow's feet, and eye bags. I have [fewer] lines, and my eyes are now less puffy, even if I haven't had a full night's sleep. My mom & sis even agree with the changes especially on my major problem area - eye bags. For the price, it delivers really well.”

  Like all organs, your skin also needs ALL of these robust agents for a supple, smooth, flawless, and luminous appearance that lasts all day. With the right product, you can bring out that Japanese’ flawlessly look. Know more about our amazing products and promos by following us on our official website, Facebook, or Instagram page. You can also visit our stores in SM MOA, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, Ayala Malls The 30th, and our HQ in Fairview.

Our latest release, Eternal Pearl Pore-Perfecting Face Creme, has authentic pearl powder known for its revitalizing properties; activating skin renewal and elasticity. Combined with wheat and wild indigo plant, it gently detoxifies, reduces pore size, and inhibits melanin production while stopping the formation of dark age spots. It promotes the production of uplifting endorphins for an overall refreshed, luminous, youthful, and clearer complexion. Or so it says on the label. As they say, to see is to believe. Three brave women with different skin types, skin tones, and skin issues took the challenge of proving whether they can achieve a PEARLfect skin, which Eternal Pearl promises to deliver. We documented the changes in their complexion for a week and the results are simply… Spectacular.   Sheila, our 21-year-old Human Resource Officer has always been bothered by her dry and sensitive skin. It also looks flushed day in and day out. Premature lines are also forming on her young forehead due to dryness. Let’s not forget about her enlarged pores. [gallery ids="1052,1053,1054" type="slideshow"] 5 days in and Sheila got a nick on her right cheek. But still, she was not worried because Eternal Pearl is fortified with our star product, the skin-regenerating emu oil.

“I accidentally scratched my face while shopping; and though small, the wound was noticeable. I continued using Eternal Pearl and I noticed that it really did wonders not only in healing scars but also in lightening them! I am very happy with the result. Thank you, V&M Naturals, for creating such a miracle wonder product.”

After using Eternal Pearl, our HR Officer gladly shared that her skin felt firmer and her ‘always blushing’ face finally toned down. She conveyed her happy skin story to us,

“I felt that it really tightened my skin – in a good way. I noticed the glow it gave me and my pores visibly shrunk. I will still continue using it because it really has a great effect on my skin.”

  Melanie, our Content Writer desperately wants to solve her tired-looking skin. After a long day at work, plus the 2-hour journey from her home to the office and vice versa, she can feel exhaustion pulling at her skin. No amount of moisturizing creams can solve the issue. Until Eternal Pearl.

“I used to dislike examining my skin in the mirror because it always looked really tired, thirsty, and REALLY oily. But after using Eternal Pearl, I just can’t tear my gaze away from my face. Really! I would even go as far to say that I look in love! My skin clearly became more supple and rejuvenated.”

[gallery ids="1060,1061" type="slideshow"] Besides her sluggish appearance, our 21-year-old Morena sweetheart feels perturbed her acne and oily face woe. Luckily, Eternal Pearl got her back.

“I also had a 2-week old pimple on my forehead, which had no signs of leaving anytime soon. I was a bit hesitant to put Eternal Pearl on it at first because I had an experience with another moisturizer that aggravated my pimple. Contrary to what I expected, it dried up my breakout in less than a week and I had not experienced another breakout since then. What’s more, I no longer have to retouch after every few hours because of my really oily skin. I can now spend the whole day not touching my face powder. And I was a certified powder person.”

  For a deep skin tone, we have Sette who wants to reveal the glow to replace her usual dull and flaky skin. She took the challenge to the next level, and for 7 days, she started going to work WITHOUT any makeup on.

“Before using Eternal Pearl, I couldn't step out of the house without makeup because I look really dull and there are many uneven patches on my skin. But ever since I started using Eternal Pearl, I gained the confidence to go out bare-faced. The plus factor is that a small amount can already cover your whole face.”

[gallery ids="1066,1067" type="slideshow"] Our charming deep-skinned Business Development Officer remarked in an impressed voice,

“After using Eternal Pearl, my skin was soooo soft. I don’t even need to put on make-up, Eternal Pearl is THAT good. I didn’t put on any makeup for the past week, and still, my face never felt any dryness or roughness. Whenever I wake up in the morning, I feel really moisturized. Gone was the dryness.”

Even her friends have taken notice of the changes,

“Eternal Pearl is my go-to moisturizer in an instant. My friends noticed how my face became smoother and my patches on my skin magically disappeared.”

“Eternal Pearl is really good if you want to moisturize your skin in an instant. Also, it makes the skin glow!! It removes unnecessary dirt and skin concern. Even the smell doesn’t faze me because of the effect it gives me.”

  Eternal Pearl Pore-Perfecting Face Crème was launched last September 22 in the market. Since then, more and more people are taking on the PEARLfection challenge, just like us. Not only does this act as a moisturizer, it also doubles as a primer to set your face ready for your cosmetic products. If you’re looking for a partner in this PEARLfection quest, get a bar of Royal Pearl soap and the PEARLfect victory is yours to take. If you still don’t believe us, why not try for yourself? Get one of this luscious bottle for yourself now! Visit our stores in SM MOA, SM Southmall, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, Ayala Malls The 30th, or our HQ Fairview. For more convenience, order through our official website, Facebook, or Instagram account.

Some think that facial moisturizing is only for the vainest or only for people with dry-as-the-Sahara skin type. It is important however, for all of us to understand that it is a daily essential.

The basic use of a moisturizer is that it keeps our skin hydrated so we don’t look tired or unkempt. Another is to build a natural protection for our skin. Are those all a moisturizer could do? No. We corrected 2 of the most common myths about facial moisturizing for you. Read on.

“I’m already oily, so I don’t need it” Wrong. Whenever you wash your face, you strip off its natural oils, leaving it dry and vulnerable to allergens and antigens. Moisturizer helps bring back and seal your skin’s natural moisture to prevent epidermal drying and cracking.

“I’m acne-prone. It will make my breakouts worse!” No, it won’t. The right product will be your best friend! A moisturizer balances your skin to avoid breakouts that people with dry or oily skin are more prone to.

Now that we’ve cleared those myths, let’s move on to what you would miss if you skipped moisturizing.

You miss looking radiantly youthful. Your facial skin renews cells more often than your body. Not using a moisturizer would leave it vulnerable to dryness — making fine lines more noticeable. Daily moisturizing maintains your skin’s moisture level and prevents and removes wrinkles, hence firming your facial skin.

You miss getting the perfect canvas for fool-proof makeup application. To make your makeup products run smoothly on your skin, applying moisturizer is a must. It removes those little lines under your eyes that a concealer can’t, well, conceal.

You miss getting a brighter and supple complexion. That tight feeling after a shower? That’s your skin begging for hydration. You don’t want to feel dry yet oily all day, do you? Many moisturizing products promote skin firming as an added benefit while hydrating your skin.

You miss adding a layer of protection. Sucker for cosmetics? It usually contains harmful chemicals that easily enter your pores and wreak havoc on your skin unless you put on creams. It acts as a shield on top of your skin.

Assists your skin overnight. Your skin enters “repair mode” at night. By using creams with helpful nutrients, you help your skin do a better job at renewing your cells. Plus, you’ll wake up feeling visibly fresh and hydrated.

To not fall short on these myriad of benefits only a moisturizer can do, we recommend our PEARLfect product – Eternal Pearl Pore-Perfecting Face Creme

The youngest yet in our line! Eternal Pearl enters the scene to let you experience PEARLfection like never before.

Day and Night, stimulate collagen production with its creamy blend of luminous pearl powder for skin renewal and elasticity. Combined with pore-perfecting wheat to target age spots and mood-lifting wild indigo plant, it promotes a well-boosted and renewed skin appearance. Together, these 3 ingredients form a formidable bond resulting in a youthful, lucid, and radiant complexion.

Do you have skin concerns? Ask us. We’d love to help you!

To know more about our products, visit our official website, Facebook, or Instagram page. You can also go to our stores in SM MOA, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, Ayala Malls The 30th, and our HQ Fairview.

On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate yourself? More often than not, we place ourselves or another person as less or greater than the others. Someone is more perfect for the job, as a friend, or a lover. We have dream jobs, relationship, friendship, and a whole lot of other goals that we aspire to achieve someday of what we thought is the perfect situation. We have a classification for everything: from best to worst. That’s why we all strive to be the best versions of ourselves - one who isn’t flawed, a faultless character.   “Perfect.” A seven-letter word that shouldn’t even exist because it isn’t real. We know by heart that perfection is where someone or something is free from all flaws or defects. And that it is something that cannot be reached... ever. Because if something is “perfect”, it would make them different, making them “imperfect”. Knowing this, why are we still seeking it? As curious and clever beings, we like to bend the rules in order to find ways to be as close to perfection as possible. This word is so diverse - what is perfect for a person may vary to another. Skin tones are no exception. One color is desired while the other is mocked. What do we do? Make it so that your skin won’t be as disagreeable anymore.   “The world will see you the way you see you, and treat you the way you treat yourself” – Beyonce   The relentless quest for perfection creates problems. You are persistently trying to change, but never end up feeling good about yourself. Why? Because you accept the idea that you are not good enough and will never be. You are fine the way you are… with a little improvement. Don’t change a thing about you if it’s not making you happy. Instead, nurture what you have. And you’ll see the best of what you can be. Never think low of yourself. Be it mestiza, Morena, or dark, all shades are beautiful. Don’t think otherwise. Self-acceptance is vital to your well-being. Accept who you are and be proud of it.

If you have read our blog, “The birth of V&M Naturals” you’ll know that our company was founded by Jamie Faith Tan when she saw the need of Filipinos for natural remedies for their skin disorders and especially for the country’s lack of it. V&M Naturals promises to deliver a natural, healthy, and beautiful skin. In order to abide by this, we created products that could sooth eczema - a skin reaction suffered by many people with a skin condition.   Are you experiencing red patches on the skin that itch and eventually become irritated the more you scratch it? Sounds familiar? Eczema is a rash-like condition that is common in children but can also be seen in adults. In fact, we have elderly clients that have similar skin conditions.   Remember that eczema is not a single health condition but a term for a reaction pattern seen in many skin diseases. The common symptoms are having a dry, scaly, red and itching skin.   To this day, the specific cause of eczema is still yet to be found. Nevertheless, there are triggering factors that might show symptoms. It is thought to be connected to our body’s overactive response to the food we eat, irritants from shampoos, detergents, allergens, microbes, and abrupt changes in temperature.   No matter how much it itches, AVOID scratching your skin because it might cause infection. Instead, you can apply cool compress on it. You should also keep your skin healthy and moisturized daily with the application of oil-based creams or salves. They can help seal the moisture in the skin and prevent the flare-ups of symptoms.   Our Pure Active oils are created not only to remove wrinkles or lighten your skin. It is formulated with healing herbs and oils for especially for those suffering from different skin conditions. We promise to hold on to the same mission to deliver natural, healthy, and beautiful skin.   Eczema can go away over time. However, for some people, it is a permanent condition. There is no cure, but treatments are available to heal the affected skin and prevent the breakout of symptoms.   Want to see our Pure Active Oil line? Visit our official website, Facebook, or Instagram page. Are you in the vicinity? Drop by our stores in SM MOA, SM North EDSA, SM Mega Mall, SM Southmall, Ayala Malls The 30th, and our Fairview HQ.

Ah, bees. Such wonderful and tireless workers.

Honey, being their well-received product, is also known for its curing abilities and skin care benefits. But it’s far from being the only beneficial one. Ever heard of beeswax?

Beeswax also has gifts for the skin just like honey.  Though edible, there isn’t much benefit to gain from eating beeswax. However,  it’s better applied on the skin. It is considered as a favorite thickening agent that provides additional skin benefits by an increasing number of beauty companies.

• Protectant - Beeswax can act as a surfactant. It adds a protective layer on the skin to protect it from damages (such as early aging) caused by environmental assaults. But unlike petroleum-based products, beeswax will not “suffocate” your skin.

• Humectant - Beeswax seals the skin’s water in  your epidermis resulting to stay soft and moisturized. It’s Vitamin A ingredient is a good skin softening agent, rehydrates dry skin, and may help in cell reconstruction.

• Healer - Beeswax offers anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiviral benefits - making it a good curing ingredient.

We at V&M Naturals are always on the lookout for natural ingredients that promote wellness for both men and women. That’s why we created these top-selling products - beeswax-based whitening salves.

Try these!

ExfoBomb Salve

This no-rinse exfoliating salve is beeswax-based. It will cast away your dead skin cells, giving way to a healthier skin. It’s blended in a rich mixture of balsamic oils, butters, and potent extracts. 

You'll surely love our new formulated ExfoBomb Salve.

How to use: Gently rub it on areas you wish to lighten. After sloughing off dead skin cells, experience a supple and brighter skin.

Bikini Bomb Salve

No more dry, rough, and flaky skin. This potent concoction has a micro-peeling effect will replace unwanted epidermal skin without visible traces for a youthful and finer glow. This is highly recommended for people with dark elbows, bikini area, knees, armpit, nape, and neck. It can even heal the skin of your old scar.

How to use: Gently rub it on areas you wish to lighten. After sloughing off dead skin cells, experience a supple and brighter skin.

Look bright and beautiful!

Do you want to try our ExfoBomb Salve? Head to our Facebook page to get yours now!

Get these products from our stores at SM MOA, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SM Southmall, Ayala Malls The 30th, or at our Fairview HQ. Want more convenience? Order through our official website, Facebook, or Instagram page.