Industry What the Fuel Crisis Is Costing Filipino Beauty Brands Fuel prices keep climbing, and almost everything in beauty moves through logistics. For local founders already operating on tight margins, the crisis doesn't introduce new pressures so much as it makes the existing ones impossible to absorb. We asked some of them to tell us what that looks like. By Caryll Cabuhat Reading Time: 5 minutes
Health & Wellness This Could Be The Smarter Way To Do Pilates Women’s bodies shift constantly—hormonally, physically, and mentally. Pilates, approached through a clinical lens, meets these changes with mindful, adaptive movement, helping women build strength, balance, and long-term wellness rather than following a one-size-fits-all routine.
Top to Toe Tried & True: Babe Formula Must-Haves for Smooth and Healthy Hair Discover how Babe Formula blends ingredient-conscious haircare with practical, everyday solutions—hydrating, repairing, and smoothing strands for real Filipino hair routines.
Fragrance, Spatio Light, Shadow, and Memory: How Anino Turns Fragrance Into Story With six expressive scents arranged in contrasting pairs, Anino’s debut collection explores how fragrance can capture mood, memory, and the subtle shifts between light and shadow.
Skincare Do You Really Need Salicylic Acid? Known for clearing pores and smoothing skin, this multitasking acid remains a timeless staple in dermatology. Here’s how it works—and how to use it wisely.
Industry Colourette: The Beauty Brand That a Community Built Behind Colourette’s rise is more than a viral product—it’s a founder, a loyal following, and a philosophy that puts people at the center of beauty.
Industry The Beauty Predictions That Actually Matter in the Philippines This Year Mintel’s 2026 forecast highlights a beauty industry in transition. See how the Philippines is following, learning, and quietly shaping its own path.
People, Spatio Beauty & Experience: Kate Paras-Santiago on Growing Into Your Glow After nearly two decades in the beauty and lifestyle industry, METRO’s Beauty and Wellness Editor shares the principles, rituals, and mindset that shape her approach to beauty today.
Spatio, Top to Toe The Haircare Playbook: Local Heroes for Every Hair Type Haircare isn’t just about products—it’s about understanding your hair at every level. This guide pairs expert insight with locally made essentials to help you build a routine that delivers shine, volume, and resilience.
Fragrance, Spatio From Notes to Narratives: How GP Fragrances Turns Structure Into Story Beyond notes and pyramids, these Filipino-made fragrances evoke mood, setting, and emotion in every bottle.
Skincare, Spatio Find Your SPF: The Filipino Sunscreen Guide Sun protection is non-negotiable—and the best sunscreen depends on your plans. From beach days to city strolls, here’s how to match your SPF to every summer scenario.
