Rico Hizon: Magnified

I know everyone now is into social media. Everyone has their vlog. Everyone has their podcast. But my commitment is to really uphold balanced and fair news on CNN Philippines. That already takes up a

Is there anyone else that you admire that you

I’ve interviewed a lot of personalities in politics, in business, in sports. Of course, there’s always somebody. I want to interview (US President) Joe Biden. I want to interview the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak or French Prime Minister Emmanuel

First and foremost, I’m a general news person. I’m also a business-news person. If I put on my business journalism hat, I have to interview Elon Musk. I’d also love to interview again Bill Gates. All the top CEOs,

I also love sports. If given the opportunity, I also want to interview Nikola Jokić of the NBA champion Denver Nuggets. Lionel Messi from Argentina. Novak

I’ve learned in my 35 years in broadcast journalism that you should not just focus on one topic. You shouldn’t just be a subject matter expert on one topic. You have to be very flexible in interviewing all kinds of personalities, from business to sports, to Just recently, I had my dream interview with that a person like myself, an international journalist, would like to impart to you, then you can always be the best version of yourself.

There is interest. We are empowering the younger generation to make the right decisions before it goes on air. Everyone has to be a responsible journalist.

What were the challenges during your transition from Singapore to the Philippines when you came home?

Having worked with international news organizations, can you say that we are at par with world standards? Do we need something to

I just don’t have the time. Everyone has been asking me: Rico, why don’t you start your own vlog? Why not start your own podcast? But of course I’m full time with CNN Philippines and it is my commitment to deliver quality, responsible journalism to our viewers on a nightly basis. It is the most important thing for me.

Marian Rivera glows like a pro with new beauty endorsement

attain their goal of having good and healthy skin,” said Anicoche-Tan at the launch of BlancPro.

Beautéderm and BlancPro are sibling brands but they are vastly different from each other. While Beautéderm’s packaging is more sleek and streamlined, BlancPro has more vibrant colors, such as shades of purple and green. Aside from the lotions, the other products from BlancPro include Milk Body Wash, Sakura Body Scrub, Charcoal Foam, PhytoEmerald Moisturizing Soap, and Sleeping Mask.

colors welcomed guests to the vibrant summer of Criselda Lontok. Bringing to life its seasonal disposition of cheerful liberty, the homegrown Rustan’s brand saturated its signature sophisticated womenswear with propositions of modern shapes and vivid images of nature that spruced up the Criselda Lontok Boutique at the second level of Rustan’s Makati in May. In this coming together of foliage and fine art, it was truly an afternoon that gave credence to the promise of artistic expression, fun and freedom that guided the brand for spring/summer 2023.

While it was already breathtaking to appreciate these wearable works of art from a distance, the intimate experience was made even more special by a salon-style fashion show. Here, the canvases of soft, light and breezy fabrics, such as jersey, chiffon, georgette, silk, organza, and a Criselda Lontok staple, Mikado, were a sight to behold in graceful movement, where the elegant display of flowers, leaves and summer gardens, tastefully contrasted with curves, stripes and geometry, evoked that feeling of being free again.

the spring/summer 2023 collection of Criselda Lontok is available at all branches of Rustan’s Department Store.

YEARS ago, I interviewed Marian Rivera and asked her what beauty habits her mother and grandmother taught her and she said it was applying body lotion religiously. The actress said her mother, who worked abroad for a while, would send body lotions in balikbayan boxes and her grandmother, who helped raise her, would make sure Marian would always use them.

“I’m still a lotion user. It helps keep my skin soft and supple,” said the actress during the announcement of her being the endorser of BlancPro, a new Filipino brand that offers affordable and effective skin-care products.

Understandably, Marian’s favorite from the line is the Jeju White Brightening & Moisturizing Lotion, which comes in two variants (Honey Berry and Blooming Dale). She also had a hand in formulating it as samples were sent to her prior to manufacturing and she had her own inputs that were put into consideration.

Marian likes the finished product so much that she can go through a 100ml bottle quickly.

BlancPro is a new subsidiary under Beautéderm Corp. According to the company’s President and CEO Rhea Anicoche-Tan, BlancPro was inspired by Beautéderm’s success.

“Because Beautéderm is more expensive and is already established in the market, I wanted a brand that was more affordable but would still help people

“The brand’s promise is ‘Glow Like A Pro’ and with regular use of the products, you get glowing skin. BlancPro is tailored to cater to consumers who seek effective yet budget-friendly skin-care products. What sets BlancPro apart is its use of quality ingredients, carefully formulated to suit all skin types,” said Anicoche-Tan.

The AHA Body Wash contains glycerin, glycolic acid, niacinamide, and other ingredients that gently exfoliate skin. The wash also has brightening ingredients. The Milk Body Wash contains extracts of licorice and willow tree. The Milk Whitening Soap is a bleaching soap while the Phyto-Emerald Moisturizing Soap is for gentle cleansing. There is a foaming face scrub with charcoal and a body scrub with sakura. Those who are low maintenance when it comes to skin care can use the Clarifying Toner followed by the Sleeping Mask, a moisturizer with a light gel texture and a mild cucumber scent.

The line is compact with skin-care basics that will work for most skin types as BlancPro is committed to inclusivity, simplicity and affordability.

Even before BlancPro, Marian was already the official endorser of Beautéderm Home.

“Marian Rivera has been a dear friend for many years. Her effectiveness in representing the brand has been undeniable, leading my team and me to select her as the face of BlancPro. Marian embodies grace, confidence and beauty,” said Anicoche-Tan. Ate Rei [Anicoche-Tan] is an inspiration to everyone—especially to aspiring entrepreneurs. I really admire her when it comes to business. She is the real deal. She knows what she’s doing, and she really knows her consumers. I am forever grateful for her trust and for the trust of her new company. I believe in the products,” said Marian.

All BlancPro products are FDA-notified (tinyurl. com/5nsma6du) so you can be sure they’re safe for you.