Beauty & Fashion
Schwarzkopf’s Essensity: Hair to Care
If it’s good enough to eat, it’s good enough for the hair – this may well be the tagline of Essensity, a full-range hair color, care and styling line by pioneering brand Schwarzkopf, which “harnesses the power of naturally-derived ingredients to care for and enhance hair, minus the damage-causing chemicals and bio-engineered ingredients found in ordinary hair products.”

If it’s good enough to eat, it’s good enough for the hair. That should have been the tagline of Essensity, a full-range hair color, care and styling line by pioneering brand Schwarzkopf, which “harnesses the power of naturally-derived ingredients to care for and enhance hair, minus the damage-causing chemicals and bio-engineered ingredients found in ordinary hair products.”
The secret, says Evelyn T. Oblea of Schwarzkopf in the Philippines, is in the removal of literally physically demanding ingredients (e.g. peroxide – note the lack of stinging odor upon application, ditto the stinging that comes with traditional bleaching) in the four product lines (fine, normal hair; dry, coarse hair; damaged, color-treated hair; and hair and scalp), so that the emphasis is on the all-natural ingredients – e.g. Goji berry, which contains more Vitamin C than oranges, and Carotene B than carrots, good for restring extremely damaged hair due to its moisturizing properties; and Calendula, a.k.a. pot marigold, known for centuries to promote healing since it boasts a long history of use as a wound-healing and skin-soothing botanical, thereby also used for treating and soothing the hair and scalp.
“Essensity products are formulated using the most carefully-selected, plant-derived actives that are free from artificial fragrances, silicones, paraffin and mineral oils, and parabens,” Oblea says, adding that the products for in-salon use and at-home maintenance under three major lines [color (natural hair colorants), care (for hair maintenance and health), and styling] are responses to the “global trend with the green mindset.” “(Aside from being) what is ‘in’ now, (going green) is also the most responsible thing to do.”
Global brand Schwarzkopf is, of course, known for its “breakthrough formulations and market-driven technologies that capture the feel of the times” – apt as it again responds to a global trend to be sustainable by going green.
“(With Essensity, everyone’s) dream of having beautiful hair that is truly healthy in every way possible has found its answer,” Oblea ends.
More information at schwarzkopf-professional.com.
Beauty & Fashion
UNIQLO and White Mountaineering launches second collaboration collection, made with recycled materials
UNIQLO announced that it will launch a second collaboration collection with Japanese outdoor clothing brand White Mountaineering. This new LifeWear features recycled materials in two outerwear styles for people of all ages.

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO announced that it will launch a second collaboration collection with Japanese outdoor clothing brand White Mountaineering. This new LifeWear features recycled materials in two outerwear styles for people of all ages.
Recycled Hybrid Down Jacket
Php 4,990 (three colors available)
This jacket is filled with recycled down and feathers, sourced from used garments that customers have donated to stores. The sleeves and upper back employ padding to ensure warmth and ease of movement, while the wave quilting design enables stylish layering. The garment also features excellent water repellency and heat retention properties.
Fleece Full-Zip Long Sleeve Hoodie
Php 2,990 (four colors available)
A parka that includes a fleece component made from 100% recycled polyester, combining long-layered boa fleece and a smooth-surface fleece material. The garment’s convenient features include pockets on the left chest and waist, size adjusters at the hem, and binder cuffs that make rolling up the sleeves easy.
Founder Yosuke Aizawa was born in 1977. He launched the White Mountaineering brand in 2006 after graduating from the Department of Product and Textile Design at Tama Art University. He has presented collections at Paris Fashion Week since 2016, and continues to design for various international brands. He is an affiliate professor at Tama Art University and Tohoku University of Art and Design.
RE.UNIQLO is UNIQLO’s initiative to recycle and reuse all of its merchandise. Through this program, UNIQLO collects garments worn by customers and distributes them to people in need around the world, including at refugee camps and in disaster-stricken areas. Unwearable clothing is recycled into fuel or materials including clothing. The Recycled Hybrid Down Jacket represents a new RE.UNIQLO initiative to recycle clothing into clothing.
Beauty & Fashion
UNIQLO launches ‘Doraemon Sustainability Mode’ products for JOIN: THE POWER OF CLOTHING Campaign
UNIQLO announces the launch of the 2023 Fall/Winter collection for JOIN: THE POWER OF CLOTHING, a campaign supporting UNESCO activities to reduce marine debris.

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO announces the launch of the 2023 Fall/Winter collection for JOIN: THE POWER OF CLOTHING, a campaign supporting UNESCO activities to reduce marine debris. The new items, the final in the series featuring popular cartoon character Doraemon, will be available at UNIQLO stores throughout Japan and the uniqlo.com online store from Friday, October 6.
JOIN: THE POWER OF CLOTHING is a customer-participation project that connects the “power of clothing” with actions for a more sustainable world. Items for the 2023 Fall/Winter collection are the Doraemon Sustainability Mode Fluffy Yarn Fleece Full-Zip Jacket, and the Doraemon Sustainability Mode Toy, both made of 100% recycled polyester fabric. The Full-Zip Jacket features a small Doraemon Sustainability Mode motif on the chest, and the Toy is UNIQLO’s first plush toy made from fluffy yarn fleece material. This will be the final Doraemon Sustainability Mode collection.
For every purchase of products eligible for the campaign, which include Doraemon Sustainability Mode items and other fleece items made from recycled polyester, Fast Retailing will donate US$1 to UNESCO to support its international initiative to reduce ocean garbage, which includes educational programs to raise awareness of marine debris issues.
Doraemon Sustainability Mode Products
Doraemon Sustainability Mode Fluffy Yarn Fleece Full-Zip Jacket: Php 1,490
Doraemon Sustainability Mode KIDS Fluffy Yarn Fleece Full-Zip Jacket: Php 990
Doraemon Sustainability Mode Toy: Php 990
For more information, visit https://www.uniqlo.com/jp/en/contents/sustainability/jointpoc/.
Beauty & Fashion
UNIQLO celebrates 5th anniversary in PH
Being the biggest Global Flagship store in Southeast Asia, it is the home to the complete line-up of LifeWear items in the country, as well as unique experiences such as the custom printing service, UTme!, and special displays and collaborations with various local talents.

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO marks the 5th anniversary of its Global Flagship store in the Philippines with exciting experiences and fun-filled activities for everyone to enjoy.
Since its opening in 2018, the UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship Store has brought customers exciting things over the years. Being the biggest Global Flagship store in Southeast Asia, it is the home to the complete line-up of LifeWear items in the country, as well as unique experiences such as the custom printing service, UTme!, and special displays and collaborations with various local talents.
As part of the brand’s appreciation for being part of Filipinos’ daily lives, UNIQLO is bringing customers an even better shopping experience as they ring in their 5th year from October 13 to 26, 2023.
Elevated Store. Elevated Essentials. Embrace the Future.
UNIQLO Manila’s 5th anniversary promises to be one for the books with the theme “Elevated Store. Elevated Essentials. Embrace the Future.”
Bringing the concept
to life is UNIQLO’s partnership with five young and distinguished individuals
who have achieved global recognition in their respective fields. Each partner
represents one of the brand’s biggest item lines which all hold innovative functionality
at its core. These LifeWear items champion the Filipino people, elevating
everyone’s essentials, wardrobe, and lifestyle.
- Food and lifestyle content creator Erwan Heussaff, recognized by the prestigious James Beard Media Awards last June, joins the group for AIRism
- Groundbreaking director Martika Escobar, the first Philippine director to win an award at the Sundance Film Festival, represents HEATTECH
- Part of the group as well modeling for the AirSense line-up is entrepreneur Gio Visitacion, owner of the Good Cup Coffee Company and 2020 Philippine Brewers Cup champion
- Southeast Asian Games Medalist and Guinness World Record holder Kaizen Dela Serna for UV Protection products
- Award-winning singer and actress, popstar royalty Sarah Geronimo for Bra Tops
Discover new experiences
Opening on the second floor of the Global Flagship Store, customers are treated to new and revamped experiences.
UNIQLO is introducing UNIQLO Coffee to the country, bringing Filipinos the brand’s cafe-style offerings that first opened in 2021 at the renewed UNIQLO Global Flagship Store in Ginza. Highlighting the brand’s commitment to being one with the community, the coffee drinks will be made with locally sourced, high quality coffee beans from Mt. Apo, and will feature goods and pastries that mix Filipino and Japanese flavors.
As part of the brand’s commitment to sustainability, UNIQLO is also set to bring to Manila its Re.UNIQLO Studio. Visitors to the Global Flagship Store will get to enjoy repair services on their pre-loved UNIQLO items, bringing new life to their favorite LifeWear pieces. This stays true to the LifeWear philosophy of quality, enabling customers to enjoy their UNIQLO items for a longer period of time.
Lastly, UNIQLO refreshes their UTme! line-up, collaborating with local artists from all over the country to bring customers unique designs they can customize on t-shirts and tote bags. The artists include Gianne Encarnacion and Ross Du of Metro Manila, Johanna Velasco and Myka Arnado of Cebu, and Kajo Baldisimo of Davao. Muralist Glendford Lumbao also joins in to contribute a piece to be displayed at the new experience areas on the second floor of the Flagship Store.
Enjoy special UNIQLO items and limited-time offers
The celebration doesn’t stop here! From October 13 to 31, customers can expect exciting freebies and promos exclusive to the UNIQLO Manila Flagship store.
Moreover, customers should also stay tuned for fun and educational workshops led by select UTme! artists and endorsers throughout the month of October.
Make the most of the fun activities and special offers by visiting the UNIQLO Manila Global Flagship store in Glorietta 5 in Makati City from October 13 to 26, 2023.
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