Biologique Recherche

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I have very sensitive skin and a few weeks ago discovered Biologique Recherché which did wonders for skin!!!

Even skincare can be personalized / bespoke. Biologique Research a 35 year old family owned company from Paris, available in 72 countries and now in the Philippines exclusively at the Chi Spa Edsa Shangrila Hotel

Using a specific physiological, behavioral and tactile approach, each person’s “Skin Instant” is assessed so that the most appropriated tailored beauty treatment can be recommended.

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Doctor Philippe Allouche second generation family owner.

And Ruby Coyiuto talking about P50 which is BRs award winning product among the Top 50 in the world.  It’s a miracle potion that will correct whatever your skin needs!! 

A brand that takes a profound approach to beauty – from a research and development laboratory 35 years ago, Biologique Recherche now celebrates a long-standing reputation of creating products with astounding effectiveness, using only the purest and most concentrated ingredients  under highly scientific, meticulous clinical protocols.

    At the very core of Biologique Recherche’s approach in crafting its skin care products and services is a unique way to look at the skin. Dr. Philippe Allouche-one of the brand’s pioneers-coined the term Skin Instant, referring to the change in each individual’s skin condition throughout the course of the day and as it goes through life. Skin Instants differ per person, and the Biologique Recherche way is to treat each individual’s skin based on its specific Skin Instant. That said, the methodology behind Biologique Recherche products comes in seven stages of treatment, where the Skin Instant is analysed and a customized formulation is applied.

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The Assessment Stage 

1.Assessment of the Epidermis. Biologique Recherche believes that the state of the epidermis 9the skin’s “roof,” as it were) is telling of the skin’s internal state. That said, a personalized assessment of the epidermis and the Skin Instant is done, to determine the feel of treatment the client is supposed to receive.

The initialization Stage

2.Relaxation. Cleansing milk is used to remove make-up and to massage the skin.

3.Preparation. Lotion P50 is applied to remove impurities while keeping the skin’s pH level.

4. Mask application is done to condition and stimulate the skin.

The Treatment Stage    

5.Remodeling Face. Four currents are used to improve skin volume and radiance. 

6.Quintessential Serums are customized by the beautician.

7.Finishing creams and serums are applied to prolong and optimize the treatment.

No less than the Chi Spa at the EDSA Shangri-la Hotel houses Biologique Recherche’s Philippine headquarters which offers this in-depth and highly specialized approach to skin care. As a fitting celebration, members of the media and bloggers will experience Biologique Recherche first hand in a launch event on July 7 (Tuesday) at Chi Spa, where they could avail of several Biologique Recherche treatments.

Biologique Recherche is exclusively distributed by Eiskin Laboratories, Inc.

Biologique Recherche settles in EDSA Shangri-la’s Chi The Spa their-Philippine home, We enjoyed a day of the beauty brand’s signature services and products

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Present during the event were the brand’s pioneers, straight from Biologique Recherche’s beauty institute in Paris: Dr. Philippe Delapalme and Mademoiselle Monique Terol, Biologique Recherche Paris’ International Trainor. Dr. Allouche & Mr. Delapalme took the stage together to give light on the products’ vision and formulation. Ms Rubby Coyiuto, Eiskin Laboratories’ CEO was responsible for bringing Biologique Recherche to the Philippines. It took her three years to find a home in the country.

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The experience was relaxing as it was holistically gratifying a trio of activities aimed to rejuvenate the skin from within and urge the guests to celebrate their beauty. The seven-step methodology that Biologique Recherche is known for involves a personal skin consultation at the very onset, to determine the individual’s personal skin state and concerns. This same process of skin analysis was done during the event, with Mademoiselle Terol and Dr. Allouche examining each of the guests.

After consultation, the Biologique Recherche treatment was waiting for guests to experience: a deep skin treatment done by the Chi The Spa Biologique Recherche therapists, who were personally trained by Mademoiselle Terol. Treatments are personalized and modified for each guest’s specific skin concern, which is the same kind of treatment clients could expect if they avail of products or services from Chi The Spa.

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Biologique Recherche products are exclusively available at Chi The Spa at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel. For more information, contact Ranessa Santos Health Club & Recreation Director of Edsa Shangri-la at (02) 634-7303.

And Ruby Coyiuto talking about P50 which is BRs award winning product among the Top 50 in the world.  It’s a miracle potion that will correct whatever your skin needs!!  

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A brand that takes a profound approach to beauty – from a research and development laboratory 35 years ago, Biologique Recherche now celebrates a long-standing reputation of creating products with astounding effectiveness, using only the purest and most concentrated ingredients  under highly scientific, meticulous clinical protocols.

    At the very core of Biologique Recherche’s approach in crafting its skin care products and services is a unique way to look at the skin. Dr. Philippe Allouche-one of the brand’s pioneers-coined the term Skin Instant, referring to the change in each individual’s skin condition throughout the course of the day and as it goes through life. Skin Instants differ per person, and the Biologique Recherche way is to treat each individual’s skin based on its specific Skin Instant. That said, the methodology behind Biologique Recherche products comes in seven stages of treatment, where the Skin Instant is analysed and a customized formulation is applied.

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The Assessment Stage 

1.Assessment of the Epidermis. Biologique Recherche believes that the state of the epidermis 9the skin’s “roof,” as it were) is telling of the skin’s internal state. That said, a personalized assessment of the epidermis and the Skin Instant is done, to determine the feel of treatment the client is supposed to receive.

The initialization Stage

2.Relaxation. Cleansing milk is used to remove make-up and to massage the skin.

3.Preparation. Lotion P50 is applied to remove impurities while keeping the skin’s pH level.

4. Mask application is done to condition and stimulate the skin.

The Treatment Stage    

5.Remodeling Face. Four currents are used to improve skin volume and radiance. 

6.Quintessential Serums are customized by the beautician.

7.Finishing creams and serums are applied to prolong and optimize the treatment.

No less than the Chi Spa at the EDSA Shangri-la Hotel houses Biologique Recherche’s Philippine headquarters which offers this in-depth and highly specialized approach to skin care. As a fitting celebration, members of the media and bloggers will experience Biologique Recherche first hand in a launch event on July 7 (Tuesday) at Chi Spa, where they could avail of several Biologique Recherche treatments.

Biologique Recherche is exclusively distributed by Eiskin Laboratories, Inc.

Biologique Recherche settles in EDSA Shangri-la’s Chi The Spa their-Philippine home, We enjoyed a day of the beauty brand’s signature services and products

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Present during the event were the brand’s pioneers, straight from Biologique Recherche’s beauty institute in Paris: Dr. Philippe Delapalme and Mademoiselle Monique Terol, Biologique Recherche Paris’ International Trainor. Dr. Allouche & Mr. Delapalme took the stage together to give light on the products’ vision and formulation. Ms Rubby Coyiuto, Eiskin Laboratories’ CEO was responsible for bringing Biologique Recherche to the Philippines. It took her three years to find a home in the country.

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The experience was relaxing as it was holistically gratifying a trio of activities aimed to rejuvenate the skin from within and urge the guests to celebrate their beauty. The seven-step methodology that Biologique Recherche is known for involves a personal skin consultation at the very onset, to determine the individual’s personal skin state and concerns. This same process of skin analysis was done during the event, with Mademoiselle Terol and Dr. Allouche examining each of the guests.

After consultation, the Biologique Recherche treatment was waiting for guests to experience: a deep skin treatment done by the Chi The Spa Biologique Recherche therapists, who were personally trained by Mademoiselle Terol. Treatments are personalized and modified for each guest’s specific skin concern, which is the same kind of treatment clients could expect if they avail of products or services from Chi The Spa.

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Biologique Recherche products are exclusively available at Chi The Spa at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel. For more information, contact Ranessa Santos Health Club & Recreation Director of Edsa Shangri-la at (02) 634-7303.

Visiting Emma

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I visited Emma a few weeks ago – Our latest addition to the familyVisiting Emma (2)

So tiny and so cute!Visiting Emma (1)

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Visiting Emma (9)Mommy Krie trying to find out who Emma looks like!! haha!!look alike Emma and pigletMommy Krie? ( Left ) VERY MUCH!!!look alike krie emmaManang Stella? ( Right )  EXACTLY ALIKE!!look alike stella and emma

So Emma will definitely look like Manang Stella 🙂  Two beautiful girls 🙂Visiting Emma (3)

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Stella eating her cupcakes by Sonja – She is like me, we eat only the top! hahaVisiting Emma (5)

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Queso de Bola Ensaymada by Park Avenue Desserts

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My recent obsession!!  Park Avenue Desserts queso de bola ensaymada
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 Because I only eat the top of ensaymadas – the top is the most important for me! 🙂 When I saw this I knew I would love it!! Queso de bola ensaymada from Park Avenue Desserts in Rustan’s Makati  Very generous topping of butter and cheese!! P95.00 better be good 🙂 and it is!!!!!Queso de Bola Ensaymada by Park Avenue Desserts (4)

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Tasting Room at Crown Towers Hotel City of Dreams

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 Chef de Cuisine of The Tasting Room – William Mahi
With 19 years of culinary experience under his belt, the 33-year old chef has received numerous accolades, including a Gold Medal as Best Apprentice of France in 1998; Best European Restaurant in 2010 by Shanghai Travel and Leisure (for LAN Club Shanghai); Running Chef of the Year award in China by the City Weekend Magazine in 2011; Best Hotel Restaurant in Turkey for 2012 (for Gaja Restaurant); and 2 Stars in the Michelin Guide (2014). From 2013 to 2014, he was Consultant and Chef de Cuisine at Spondi Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Athens. Spondi has 2 Michelin stars, and was ranked #97 in the list of San Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2013. Mahi grew up in the Basque area of France. His experience hails from working in Paris and Lyon in 1, 2 and 3-Michelin Star restaurants, where he rose from apprentice to Sous Chef. He has since worked as Chef de Cuisine in other parts of the globe, such as Beirut, Shanghai, Istanbul, and Athens before coming to City of Dreams ManilaTasting Room at Crown Towers City of Dream (24)

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 Everyone who dines at the Tasting Room gets this Amuse Bouche – the Forest ? 12 month old Iberico ham, Tapioca crisps with rouille ( saffron, potato, anchovy and garlic) beet root, wasabi, Gorgonzola with almond crumble, apple chips with curry, smoked salmon candy. It changes every so oftenTasting Room at Crown Towers City of Dream (10)

I asked for extra dipping sauce – Gorgonzola that was from the Amuse Bouche 🙂Tasting Room at Crown Towers City of Dream (16)

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Crown Towers Spa City of Dreams

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The Crown Towers Hotel has a Fitness Centre Crown Towers Spa City of Dreams (3)

 And a Spa 🙂

Crown Spa promises the ultimate in private pampering with its team of professional and experienced therapists, plus a variety of spa services to best suit the needs of its guests. This relaxation haven offers different massages, body scrubs, wraps, facial treatments as well as hydro-facilities. Open from 11 am until midnight, the Crown Spa’s facilities include six treatment rooms, including two spacious spa suites, with a private shower, soft seating, soaker tubs and salon services, upon request; steam rooms, sauna and vitality pools; poolside massages; and in-room massage services in all Crown Towers guest rooms.Crown Towers Spa City of Dreams (2)

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My favourite is the couples room – it even has a nail salonCrown Towers Spa City of Dreams (9)

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Crown Spa-Vitality PoolClick below to go to their website

City of Dreams Manila is a lavish integrated resort & casino featuring a dazzling array of entertainment & attractions, 3 award-winning hotels and exquisite dining & shopping destinations, located at the heart of Entertainment City, by Manila Bay.

City of Dreams Manila is a lavish integrated resort & casino featuring a dazzling array of entertainment & attractions, 3 award-winning hotels and exquisite dining & shopping destinations, located at the heart of Entertainment City, by Manila Bay.

Crown Towers City of Dreams

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So nice to visit the new Crown Towers in City of Dreams

Crown Towers Manila is comprised of two towers. Tower Suites has 80 rooms, where 7 lavish villas are located. Rooms at the Tower Suites range from 53 to 56 square meters for the Crown Deluxe Category and 66 square meters for the Crown Premier. Suites, meanwhile, range from 102 square meters for the Junior Suite, and go up to 166 suites for the Junior Suite. Two Pool Villas are 166 square meters in size. The Crown Villa is spacious at 453 square meters. Meanwhile, the lavish Presidential Villa is a bi-level retreat with its own spa, and is 548 square meters in size. The Resorts Tower, meanwhile, offers 174 chic, spacious rooms. A Superior King or Queen room is at 36 square meters; a Resort Deluxe room is at 50 square meters, and the Resort Suite ranges from 74 to 82 square meters.
Its 254 rooms, suites and villas feature complimentary, high-speed Internet access; flat-screen smart TVs; telephones with personal voice mail; JBL docking stations; and luxurious bathroom amenities.

The Tower Suites at Crown Towers assures its guests of a personalized and pampered stay, ensured by round-the-clock, 1:1 butler service. Villa guests can likewise choose among 8 room amenity brands, including: Hermes, Acqua di Parma, Salvatorre Ferragamo, L’Occitane, Ren, Bulgari Green, Bulgari White, and Chopard.

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The Presidential Villa of the Crown Towers Hotel at has its own spa, it’s own gym with a Treadmill, an elevator to go up and down the villa and 2 guest rooms
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 View from the Presidential Villa of the Crown Towers Hotel at City of Dreams.  No one has stayed here yet since its newly opened, it’s 549 sq meters, 2 floors, 3 bedrooms, dining room and living room, pantry, patio and costs P340,000.00 a nightCrown Towers City of Dreams (15)

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City of Dreams Manila is a lavish integrated resort & casino featuring a dazzling array of entertainment & attractions, 3 award-winning hotels and exquisite dining & shopping destinations, located at the heart of Entertainment City, by Manila Bay.

City of Dreams Manila is a lavish integrated resort & casino featuring a dazzling array of entertainment & attractions, 3 award-winning hotels and exquisite dining & shopping destinations, located at the heart of Entertainment City, by Manila Bay.

Casa Bella BGC

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casa bella invitation BGC openingThe new Casa Bella Showroom in the Ground floor of MDI Corporate Centre 10th Avenue corner 39th street Bonifacio Global CityCasa Bella BGC (2)

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Delicious pass around and US Short ribs with herbed ricotta and chimichurri by handsome Chef Markus GfellerCasa Bella BGC (1)

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Bella and delicious dessert buffet by Bella 🙂 Sunshine Puey PengsonCasa Bella BGC (3)

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Back at 71 Gramercy

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We were so happy to be back at 71 Gramercy.  We had a very nice dinner

Previously: 71 Gramercy April 19, 2015

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Beautiful Restaurant Manager, Cecille Chang.  Look for her when you are there and she will take care of you 🙂Back at 71 Gramercy (1)71 Gramercy Contact details

I’m Yummy

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 Potluck lunch today for Gumamela member Triccie Campos Lacson who is here for vacation. We also celebrated the birthday of Gumamela member Maritoni Rufino Tordesillas.  I'm Yummy (21)

 6 out of the 8 Gumamelas present today at the YUMMY get together. Missing Maritina Romulo and Bea Revilla LocsinI'm Yummy Gumamelas batch 1

  I collected all these Yummy aprons (which say I’m Yummy!) which came with the Anniversary issue of Yummy Magazine, But was only able to get 5 since they ran out so fast. Dedicated to the Gumamela Mommies that love Yummy magazine and love the recipes. Gillian says that even online recipes of Yummy are good. I'm Yummy (14)

 Today’s theme was supposed to be YUMMY  and Gumamelas  since it’s a Gumamelas reunion.  I searched the whole Manila for the Gumamela flower and there was none to be found. Only that lei. That is a sign!! We need to change our group name! I made our guest of honour wear it haha!!I'm Yummy (11)

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 Everyone was supposed to bring a yummy homemade dish but ended up buying or having it cooked. Everyone was too busy to cook! But the dishes were all yummy so we are in theme still.I'm Yummy (4)

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Fresh Lumpia brought by Bambee from the Little Store in San JuanI'm Yummy (19)

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Chili Con Carne from the Bandana Baker!

Previous entry:  Chili Con Carne by the Bandana Baker ( Victoria Carlos )I'm Yummy (17)

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