Beauty goes high-tech: Botox in a patch

MANILA, Philippines -Some skin regimens require complex procedures that demand trips to the dermatologist or skin clinic.  In this fast-paced world where every second counts, this can be burdensome. Besides, the rising price of gas makes such trips costly.

Thus, beauty and wellness entrepreneur Olai Espiritu sat down with skin experts in 2011 and came up with four products that bring the benefits of beauty — and even the effects of Botox — into the home.

Gloire’s (French word for “glory”) anti-aging products are made from ingredients culled from Europe and Israel, but are not as pricey as foreign-made ones.

The Miracle Patch erases crow’s feet after four days of constant use. Place it over affected area, leave it on for 20 minutes for four straight days (it won’t fall off because the adhesive formula sticks to skin), and voila! Ninety percent of the wrinkles disappear. You’ll look 14 years younger — for good.

Botox has the same results, but only for three to six months.

Espiritu calls it the “Cinderella effect” because it helps you feel confident enough to grace an all-night party, even on short notice.

“Others resort to Botox to make the lines disappear.  This product from Israel has the same effect, sans the extra cost.  You can even do your own self-styled ‘Botox’ in the comfort of your home or when you’re in your car,” she relates.

The Facial Oil Wash whitens and fights signs of skin aging.  The Toning Mist does the same and nourishes skin. The Revitalizing Serum smoothens fine lines and wrinkles.

Espiritu chose the slogan “Beauty goes high-tech” since the products are well researched and guaranteed safe. She dreams of the day Filipinos can meet all their beauty needs in the comfort of their homes, when they can feel confident and ready to face the world the minute they step out of the house.

“I always envision innovating local brands that can compete globally,” she adds. That’s why her ultimate goal is to bring Gloire abroad and see it displayed side by side with name products from Asia, the US, and even Europe.

Gloire Unlimited Co. is on the second floor, Foxsquare Connecticut, Northeast Greenhills, San Juan.

For inquiries, call 0917-478-8535 or visit www.gloire.co and

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