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With the pandemic scare, surely it's not sanitary to just try out samples from malls (like we're all used to before), plus it's really not allowed. And when I mean unsanitary, it includes even just touching that lotion to grasp it's scent. Which is why SAMPLE ROOM is a holy grail for every beauty junkie out there, especially now. Many people, even my friends who are addicted to beauty routines are not aware this site even exists. What is Sample room? Sample room is a site that banks on the power of free product sampling. It is a community where you interact ideas and opinions on certain products with co-beauty lovers. How to join? First off, you have to sign up using your email, and make sure that email works cause you'll be using it a lot in your sample room journey. By signing up, you get an initial 100-points free, from sample room, that you can use to start your first sampling. Is it free? Yes and No. The samples are made available thru points, which they give you for free (starting 100). You only pay for the Shipping fee that ranges from 150-170 depending on the weight. They use Xsend as their partner Courier. Check this example. You only get to check out a maximum of 3 items. How to get points? Basically, you use points to avail of the samples, and to earn back the points, you have to review the specific product HONESTLY, based on how it worked for you. The points you used to avail of the product will be returned, plus an additional 1 point for reviewing, and another 1, when the review gets approved. What if I do not have enough points? SAMPLE ROOM offers VIP Membership, that can be availed for 649 pesos in lieu of 1,000 points (good for 2 mos). I suggest to avail this to enjoy the most out of your sampling journey. Instead of buying stuff at the mall, I usually wait for products to be made available at sample room, especially now that they have lots of brand partners. Also, they have a wide variety of products for sampling. May it be cosmetic, skin care, hair care or even perfumes. Payment Modes You do not need credit card for this, because they have lots of payment options, from bank deposit (which I usually do) to Gcash, Globe padala and paymaya. HONEST OPINION! If you live in the province (like me, PROUD BATANGUEÑA) and is rushing to get that product, I suggest you to not avail it thru sample room. Cause as of now, the whole process takes about 1-2 weeks. From confirming your payment, which you have to send thru email and the actual shipping that takes a couple of days. Not to include yet confirming the payment you made by availing the VIP Membership. That is another 3 days (max). Tho I hope they could improve this! They are very responsive on emails by the way. Is it really cheaper than just buying products outside? Do the Math. I enjoyed using SAMPLE ROOM, cause it's way cheaper than buying the actual product, especially that I am not yet sure whether it will work for me. 1,000 points divided by Php649.00, means that one peso is equivalent to about 1.54 points. The shipping fee is Php 160.00 good for 3 products, that means one product costs about Php 53.33 SF. Take this as an example. I availed of the BELO SUNEXPERT BODY SHIELD SPF60 AND PA+++, which is good for 125 points. So that costs Php 81.17 plus Php 53.33 (SF). The original price was Php479.75, but because you availed it on sample room, you only paid Php 134.49 for the item. That's saving Php 345 pesos! BUT BUT, always read the full details of the product, some items are just in sampler sizes, or smaller sizes. So you can do the math to know if the item will be cheaper to try on Sample room or if bought outside. Also, in availing the VIP Membership, you are eligible for premium items (Products that costs more than 100 points), thus this maximizes your SF cost.

July 9, 2020 at 2:26:25 AM

Everything you need to know about Sample Room | Belle journal # 1

With the pandemic scare, surely it's not sanitary to just try out samples from malls (like we're all used to before), plus it's really...

With only a month, Maria Beredo’s success story paves the way to serve over 2000 followers on their Facebook page. From 10-20 boxes sold every week, they are now serving tenfold of it all throughout Batangas city. The main dish entrée Lechon belly starts at 800 per kilo. Moreover, Chef Maria’s also features products such as yema buko pie, ube buko pie, and cheesy ensaymada. They have developed this regular buko pie recipe into a much more trendy food craze. Ensaymada price is available upon request. Chef Maria's also cater main dish entrées such as their famous Lechon belly, chicken cordon bleu, bagnet, and barbeque ala beredo style. Not only are they fond of trying different foods, but their watery minds also crave to share their version of pies and main dish entrées to the mouth of every Batangeuño. This gave them an idea to pull out old recipes and add a hint of what most people like. See more of their Chef Maria's food offerings here. This article is written by Venedict P. Miguel.

June 28, 2020 at 2:52:05 PM

BTG-based: Chef Maria's Gourmet

With only a month, Maria Beredo’s success story paves the way to serve over 2000 followers on their Facebook page. From 10-20 boxes sold...

Finding restaurants that serve mostly Filipino dishes is quite rare nowadays. Gayle Cadungog, Dainty Deigns proprietor, knew that serving uniquely styled food online would be a hit especially that everyone is searching from their mobile phones. Her menu includes Bibingkang malagkit, Biko, Roasted peanuts, Ube Cheese crinkles, Ube Maja Blanca, Ube Maja cheese, Spicy buttered crab, Baked sushi, and Kimchi at very affordable prices. These recipes surely bring back nostalgic memories from when it was your first time to taste Filipino treats. That is what makes Dainty Deigns a sensation not only for Gayle's co-students, but also for their families and the elderly because many customers look for karinderya-type delicacies. Aside from that, you really get more than what you paid for because they serve big portions, perfect if you have a tight budget and you want some healthy native pleasure for a good deal. You can already taste Dainty Deign's products for as low as Php40, and most offers are priced at less than Php150, except for those with medium to large size servings which reach Php350 maximum. For more inquiries about their menu or delivery in Batangas area, visit and message their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/107321017701793/posts/109197687514126/ Here’s everything you need to know: • Order/s: Order 2-3 days in advance • Social: Facebook Page • Contact number: 0929 795 8503 / 0950 109 5426 • Email address: themarket@sugbomercado.com • Exact location: Sitio Silangan, Kumintang Ibaba, Batangas City

June 29, 2020 at 1:51:12 AM

BTG-based: Dainty Deigns

Finding restaurants that serve mostly Filipino dishes is quite rare nowadays. Gayle Cadungog, Dainty Deigns proprietor, knew that serving...

With the quarantine situation going on, people started to be more conscious of their health which pushed Lycean student, Xena Marie Du to turn her baking passion into a booming business. This young entrepreneur markets on selling diet-fit delicacies especially for health-conscious people like her. Diet-fit delicacies Yummers delight by Du features baked healthy cookies made especially for fitness freaks. The base ingredient of her cookies is oatmeal, which is low in carbs. Her cookies' initiative is to make customers feel less guilty devouring their sweet cravings. With the consumer-friendly reusable zip-lock packaging that keeps the crisps and chewiness of the cookies, and to it the budget-friendly prices of the Yummers delight (that starts at 80 pesos) makes it more appealing to the public. Not only joining the trend but Xena's products includes choco-chip cookies, oatmeal cookies, banana muffins, egg pie, and puto flan. Some of her recipes came from her family and some are just Youtube inspired recipes. She even adjusted some to cope with the limited resources. Paying a well-known individual to endorse her product for a boost in her start-up is not necessary, for she has close friends that are quite popular, whom she sells her products and ask for their reviews, then posts it in her social media such as: Facebook , Twitter and story which is effective and efficient nowadays. The young entrepreneur, Xena, listens to her customers ' feedback very well. On what they want and need. This is for her to adjust in the public demand and for them to keep supporting and patronizing her Yummers delight cookie. Order Xena's fit-conscious pastries here. This article is written by Maria Joanna Jaum and Venedict Miguel.

June 28, 2020 at 2:36:05 PM

BTG-based: Yummers Delight

With the quarantine situation going on, people started to be more conscious of their health which pushed Lycean student, Xena Marie Du to...

If you are having occasions this quarantine, no need to worry about your celebration and food to prepare because Gael's Kitchen is here to save your day. A food service initiated by the Marquez Family, they are sure to satisfy the cravings you thought could be only ordered from high-class restaurants. Gael's Kitchen serves Lasagna, Chicken fingers, Kimbap, Baked samgyupsal and Baked sushi. They also offer sweets such as Red velvet cake, Coffee jelly, and Mango Tapioca to give your tastebuds a twist after a meal. https://www.instagram.com/p/CB5Zg7-B2rx/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet Many customers are searching for either meaty full meals for lunch or maybe just sugary bites for meryenda. What is uniquely good with Gael's Kitchen is that they can serve whichever you like anytime. Another catch about Gael's kitchen, is that they are open to inquiries about their recipes and how they cook it. Gael's Kitchen offers their food at the most reasonable prices that vary according to serving size and ingredients. Small to extra-large servings of meaty dishes range from Php350 to Php1,200, depending on the food you want to order. While the prices of desserts vary from Php100 to Php300. Check their pricelist here. Here’s everything you need to know: • Order/s: Check this. • Social: Facebook Page / Instagram • Contact number: 09055707518 • Location: Batangas City This article is written by Ruth Jamiel Ceniza.

June 29, 2020 at 1:07:18 AM

BTG-based: Gael's Kitchen

If you are having occasions this quarantine, no need to worry about your celebration and food to prepare because Gael's Kitchen is here...

Betting on their small graham tubs, Janyra Sabido, owner of G.DESserts, did not expect that after a year, their business will become popular all over the City of Batangas. From a 300-peso capital to make graham tubs, they are now equipped with three ovens and four refrigerators in store for their pastry business. https://www.facebook.com/102684151202506/photos/123150139155907/ G.Desserts offer baked goods such as cake, cupcakes, crinkles, brownies, cheesecakes, and some local delicacies like buko pandan, leche flan, and leche flan puto. (Brownies in 6pcs, 9pcs and 12pcs) - Price available upon request. Price available upon request. These desserts that a lot of Batangueño continues to crave for is made especially by Janyra’s team, who puts in hints of love and passion in their every creation. G.Desserts' pastry prices range from 100-1000 pesos, depending on the size. Check out their full menu here. Here’s everything you need to know: • Order/s: Order 2-3 days in advance • Social: Facebook Page • Contact number: 0929 795 8503 / 0950 109 5426 • Email address: themarket@sugbomercado.com • Exact location: Sitio Silangan, Kumintang Ibaba, Batangas City This article was written by Venedict P. Miguel, a nursing student from Lyceum of the Philippines University Batangas.

June 28, 2020 at 2:11:14 PM

BTG-based: G.DESserts

Betting on their small graham tubs, Janyra Sabido, owner of G.DESserts, did not expect that after a year, their business will become...

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