The “ber” months are upon us and there is no perfect time to work on how to look one’s best at all those upcoming reunions than now. Our faces and necks cannot help but show the effects of time and gravity. Besides wearing head-turning clothes and that perfect smile, look years younger without looking “done” with the help of The Skin Specialist. The skin care clinic is one of the first to offer Ulthera for men and women, considered the gold standard for non-surgical facelifts. Patients need only one treatment to look younger. Results are still visible after a year’s time following the procedure, but since the skin continues to age, yearly touch-up treatments are advised to help keep pace with the aging process. Newer anti-aging treatments are coming out in the market but Ulthera remains the most sought-after procedure as it is the only USFDA-approved treatment for lifting and tightening skin on the face and neck. Of course, beautiful, natural-looking results would depend on the hand performing the cosmetic procedure. It is a good thing The Skin Specialist founder, Dr. Jean Marquez, FPDS has an eye for beauty to match her technical expertise. Face the crowd minus sags and drooping eyelids without going under the knife. Now is the best time for the procedure — two to three months ahead of all those holiday happenings. The Skin Specialist is located at the ground floor of ESNA building, 30 Timog Ave., Quezon City with contact numbers 374-8087 or (0917)810-1319.

Pearls of the Orient

Hailed as the Queen of Gems, pearls have enamored both women and men throughout the centuries. Mysterious and captivating, even Queen Margherita of Italy considered them her lucky charms. For French-Filipino luxury brand Jewelmer Joaillerie, the pearl is the very symbol of the Philippines. Led by Jewelmer Joaillerie executive vice president and deputy CEO Jacques Christophe Branellec, senior vice president and creative director Gaelle Branellec, and executive marketing manager Tricie Legarda, this luxury brand has been cultivating golden South Sea pearls in their farms in Southern Palawan for over three decades. Known as the Philippines’ national gem, and with a luster reminiscent of the warm and welcoming smiles of the Filipino people, the golden South Sea pearl captures the very spirit of the country where it originates. The pearl’s innate beauty has become an inspiration for Jewelmer’s team of designers and master craftsmen to create exquisite jewelry that has caught the eye of many pearl aficionados across the world. These priceless strands are available in select Jewelmer Joaillerie boutiques nationwide. For information, visit www.jewelmer.com.

Singapore’s fireworks

Hugo Lozano and his wife Chat Fores-Lozano (first and second from left) treated their mom, Beng Fores and aunt, Minerva Tanseco to a long holiday in Singapore. The couple also brought their cute children, Rocco and Patrice, to complete the bonding experience. Here they are seen enjoying the view and fireworks in the Lion City, proving that nothing compares to spending quality time with family.

Club Bulakeño goes Edwardian London

The much-awaited anniversary ball of Club Bulakeño is on Nov. 12, 6 p.m. at the Rizal Ballroom of Makati Shangri-La Hotel. With the theme “The Royal Ascot,” guests are expected to channel their inner Eliza Doolittle and Professor Henry Higgins set against the backdrop of scenic Edwardian London. Founded 28 years ago and led by lawyer and Club Bulakeño gentleman president Jimmy Buhain and lady president Milo Bondoc, Club Bulakeño provides livelihood assistance, disaster relief operations, medical and dental missions, scholarship programs to deserving graduating college students of Bulacan State University, and many other projects to help and improve the quality of life of the less fortunate Bulakeños. For ticket inquiries, call 0917-790-7044.