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Be Stress-Free + Stay Acne-Free This Christmas

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The Christmas season may very well be the most stressful season of all. With the flurry of holiday-related activities, not to mention the crowd milling about everywhere you may be, and the horrendous traffic everywhere, it was so much easier to feel the stress, the pressure, and the toil it takes on a person’s over all well-being.

We are now fully aware of how stress relates to those annoying breakouts, and ultimately, to acne. The increased levels of stress stimulate our body’s production of various hormones as well as triggers different changes in the skin. On occasions, it causes the skin oils to be more viscous making one more prone to acne. In the same manner, stress also reduces the body’s natural immune defense as well the skin’s ability to fight off bacteria build-up, which causes more breakouts.

Ironically, the holiday season is also the time you have to look your best, what with all the parties and gatherings you have to attend, and imagine all the photo ops that come with those! You have to stay looking fresh in everyone of those photos, right, and you do not want to end up being the most-harassed looking gal in your family photo neither you want to end up being the oldest-looking classmate in your latest group picture with your high school friends and classmates. That is why it is a must that you stay stress-free and acne-free this merriest season of all.

Now, it might be a tad difficult maintaining that fresh glow and that picture-perfect complexion if you are trying to finish your holiday shopping while struggling to get to work on time and attend every Christmas party invite that comes your way. But here are a few tips you might want to consider to stay stress-free and acne-free this holiday season:

  • Drink lots of water ~ not only will it aid in easy digestion but drinking plenty of water each day will also help keep the skin well-hydrated as you go about the gazillion of tasks you have to finish this holiday.
  • Eat healthy ~ eat up those greens and make sure your diet includes a generous amount of vegetables, proteins and whole grains to make you feel and look your optimal best. Some studies also show connections between a younger looking skin and a diet with good amount of Vitamin C.
  • Use sunscreen ~ if you will be exposed to the sun for a considerable number of hours, it is ideal to us sunscreen with at least SPF 15 to protect your skin from harmful rays that promotes skin ageing.
  • Moisturize often ~ the cold weather can be a little harsh on the skin so make sure to moisturize as much as you can to keep it soft, supple, and fresh-looking
  • Manage your stress ~ take time to manage your stress before it becomes worse and lead to unsightly outbreak or acne. Cut back on some items on your to-do list to get the break and the rest that you need and if you can get ample amount of sleep each day. Your skin will thank you for it, plus am sure you will enjoy the extra time spend with your bed and pillows.
  • Use Proactiv Solution Combination Therapy to prevent acne ~ use the Proactiv Combination Therapy System to prevent future breakouts. This 3-Step System works together to cleanse the skin, fight the blemishes, help stop new one from forming, and gently heal damaged skin.

The Proactiv Combination Therapy in a nutshell

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PhilCare Wellness Index: An Eye-Opener On Filipinos’ Sense Of Wellness

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It is good to know that more Filipinos are now prioritizing their health and are continuously making conscious efforts to lead healthier lives. As the old saying goes, health indeed is wealth and it is about time we put a premium on our health and wellness in order to live longer, give optimal performance, and ultimately, savor life as much as we can. Whether you are a busy mum struggling to strike a balance between your corporate duties and family obligations, or a stay-at-home mum always aiming to give the best quality time for your children, or a single  woman on the verge of having that family you are dreaming of, it is a must that we put stock on our well-being in order to be effective members of our family unit, our community, and our society.

The mushrooming of many gyms and health spas, Zumba and yoga classes, and the growing popularity of fun runs and other activities geared towards achieving physical strength, as well as the rising popularity of shops and restaurants that offer juices and other healthier food options are great indications that more Filipinos are starting to shift to a healthier way of living. It is also an indication that many Filipinos generally feel good about their health.

PhilCare Wellness Index in a nutshell

Top HMO provider in the Philippines, PhilCare, commissioned Dr. Fernando Paragas, a Filipino professor at the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, to design, manage, and analyze their survey to come up with the PhilCare Wellness Index. It is a groundbreaking study that aims to measure and uncover the Filipinos’knowledge, attitude and practices when it comes to their health and well-being. The wellness index covered different dimensions, including physical, nutritional, lifestyle, medical, psychological, vice and sexual aspects of the Filipino lives. The wellness index indicated that many Filipinos generally feel good about their health, but the bad news is that we Filipinos may not really be as healthy as we think.

The PhilCare Wellness Index, the first health study of its kind in the Philippines, shows that most Filipinos are in denial about their health and that 54% of the people surveyed think that they are in the pink of health. However, when the respondents gave their actual height and weight, it shows that only 45% of them fit the normal category based on the Asian Body Mass Index range. In the same manner, 44% of the respondents believe that they know what comprises a balanced diet, but, in fact, about 27% of them regularly eat fatty food and 21% of them love eating sugary foods and drinks.

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The Quick + Easy Steps To Order Proactiv Online

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It might be very simple to go to your local mall, locate your favorite Proactiv kiosk and get your Proactiv 30-Day or 60-Day Kit, but since the Christmas holiday is right around the corner and traffic is horrendous wherever you might be, not to mention the multitude of mall-goers that are sure to make your trip to the mall a lot less easy and convenient, wouldn’t it be so much better to shop for your favorite Proactiv products online? That way, you can shop for proven- effective Proactiv products, any time, anywhere, right at the comfort of your living room, and in your jammies! ^_^

Easy Steps To Order Your Proactiv Stash

  1. Create an account at https://my.proactiv.com.ph {link may not work with “www” at the beginning for some browsers}
  2. Once you have an account, you can now browse for Proactiv products at the website. Fill your shopping cart with your Proactiv stash and check-out. This is where you fill out delivery instructions and special notes to the rider, too.
  3. Finalize your purchase. The Proactiv shopping cart accepts payment using Credit Card or C.O.D. {Cash On Delivery}.
  4. Your transaction details will be emailed to you.
  5. A convenient chat-mode feature is also available so the friendly and efficient Proactiv Skin Care Advisors can address anyone’s concerns promptly. You may also reach them through their email {customer@proactiv.com.ph} and various hotlines: {02} 792.2222 {Manila}, 1-800-10-899-4444 {PLDT Provincial}, and 1-800-8-729-8888 {Globe Provincial}

Why You’d Rather Order Proactiv Products Online?

  1. The Proactiv kit you ordered will be delivered right to your doorsteps at No Delivery Charge {terms apply} so there is no need to leave the house or the office.
  2. Overnight delivery is available in most areas through their delivery partner, Aboitiz 2Go, whereas some lead time might be considered for provincial addresses, non-covered areas, or holidays.
  3. You can order at your most convenient time, 24/7, so there is no need to worry whether you are working on shifts or if the malls are closed during your off.
  4. Credit Card payment is accepted through secure servers and data-encrypted payment portal so anyone can be sure that confidential Credit card information entered in the system are treated as such and nobody else will see these details.
  5. A Money-back guarantee feature is also available! If one is not satisfied with any of the Proactiv products they purchase, they can always send it back to get a refund.
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