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The Power of Hydration: Why You Should Drink 2 Liters of Water per Day

Water, a life-giving elixir, is essential for our overall well-being. We often underestimate the importance of staying hydrated and the impact it has on our health. In this blog post, we will explore the compelling reasons why consuming 2 liters of water per day is vital for our bodies, minds, and overall vitality.

1. Optimal Physical Performance. Water is the fuel that powers our physical activities. Staying hydrated enhances our physical performance by lubricating joints, regulating body temperature, and delivering oxygen and nutrients to our muscles. Drinking an adequate amount of water ensures optimal stamina, endurance, and efficiency during exercise or any physical exertion.

2. Boosts Metabolism and Aids in Weight Management. Do you know that drinking enough water is a natural and effective way to support your weight management goals? Studies have shown that it can increase metabolism, assisting in the process of burning calories. It also results to improved digestion, reduced appetite, and an overall increase in satiety.

3. Enhances Cognitive Function. Our brains are comprised of about 75% water, emphasizing the importance of hydration for optimal cognitive function. Drinking enough water throughout the day helps to maintain mental clarity, concentration, and focus. It supports the production of neurotransmitters, aiding in mood regulation and preventing fatigue, headaches, and brain fog.

4. Promotes Detoxification and Healthy Skin. Water acts as a natural detoxifier, flushing out toxins from our bodies and promoting healthy organ function. Proper hydration supports kidney function, allowing them to effectively eliminate waste products. Moreover, staying hydrated contributes to maintaining healthy skin by keeping it hydrated, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, promoting elasticity, and improving overall complexion.

5. Supports Digestive Health. Adequate hydration is essential for proper digestion and nutrient absorption. Water aids in the breakdown of food, facilitates the movement of waste through the digestive system, and prevents constipation. Maintaining proper hydration levels helps to ensure a healthy gut and optimal digestive function.

Remember, drink up and experience the transformative effects of staying adequately hydrated. Cheers to a hydrated and thriving life!

Stay tuned for our blog post about the top water bottle recos to help you with your water drinking goals.

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Review : Rub me good bath salt and lip service by baskbeautyph

I was able to test the following products for a week after I received the package from my friend Steph of Bask Beauty Ph (IG: baskbeautyph).

Rub Me Good Bath Salt

  • Dead sea salt and milky goodness infused with fruit acids
  • Skin exfoliation with maximum whitening
  • Gently slough off old/dead skin with all natural bath salt
  • Organic
  • Noticibly glowing skin after use
  • Suitable for use in face and body (avoid the eye area)
  • Smells heavenly
  • Affordable

My skin feels soft and glowing after use. I recommend using this 3-4 times a week.

Lip Service Lip and Cheek Tint in Ladyboss

  • Natural flush on cheeks
  • Just bitten look on the lips
  • Not sticky
  • Stays put for hours (6 hours)
  • Organic

When swatched, natural lighting

Sorry, no kilay yet. Lip service on my bare face.

many shades to choose from. photo grabbed from IG account (@baskbeautyph)

These two products gives the best value for your money. It retails at Php 150 for 100g (scrub) and Php170 for the lip service. You may order from their Instagram – @baskbeautyph.

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Review : Transwhite beauty kit

The transwhite beauty kit is my all time skin saver! It is my run-to skin regimen when I want that certain glow. Recently,I got breakouts from using Maybelline Dream Velvet Foundation. I used this for a week and my skin cleared, as expected.

My skin with breakouts

The kit includes a papaya bar, rejuvenating toner, rejuvenating cream, antiblemish cream and sunblock spf30.

The Rejuvenating facial toner cleanses the skin, removes impurities such as dirt and oil. This is the next step after washing your face using the papaya soap.

The rejuvenating cream makes your skin look firmer, tighter and more radiant. It is anti-aging and whitening effect.

The anti-blemish cream makes skin clearer, brighter and smoother looking. It also minimizes lines as it lightens the blemishes.

Both creams are to be used at night since have thick consistencies but does not leave an icky feeling. The sunblock cream shall be used in the morning after the toner.

7 days after using the kit

Overall, I rate this product 5/5. It is available for order in @reillysclosetph (Instagram).

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Review: Benefit Hoola Bronzer Powder (mini size)

More than the cult fave Benefit Dandelion (review here), Benefit Hoola Bronzer powder is my go-to product if I want to attain that beauty queen contoured face. I instantly feel glam upon swiping it on my cheeks.

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Benefit Hoola has a soft matte bronze color perfect for use as a bronzer or contour powder. It can be used everyday with just a wash of nude eyeshadow, an eyeliner and a red lippie. It has a good staying power — can last 4 to 5 hours without touch ups. Definitely a good buy!

 

after a day’s work

 

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product ingredients

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the perfect color for a bronzer/contour powder

 

The good news is, the mini size is already available here in the Philippines! It is not bulky so you can tote it in your kikay kit everyday and it’s perfect for benebabes on a budget. It retails at Php 800 and available in Benefit Philippines boutiques (TriNoma, Rustan’s Makati/Shangrila, Greenbelt 5, MOA, ATC, BGC & Megamall). It is also available online in Sephora Philippines.

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comes with a brush and mirror for easy touch ups

You can visit @benefitph in instagram for more details about Benefit products.

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Review: Benefit Dandelion Beauty Powder (Mini Size)

I have been using Benefit products for years now and I am satisfied with all the products I used. One of my favorites is the Dandelion beauty powder. It gives a healthy baby pink blush when applied on your cheeks. It’s my daily pick me upper. I was so thrilled when they launched the mini size here in the Philippines!


baby pink blush

 

mini brush that comes with the package

 

pocket size with mirror for quick touch ups

It’s so handy and fits in my makeup bag perfectly. It retails for Php 800 in Benefit Philippines boutiques (TriNoma, Rustan’s Makati/Shangrila, Greenbelt 5, MOA, ATC, BGC & Megamall). It is also available online in Sephora Philippines.

For more information on Benefit products, you may check their IG account: @benefitph.