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The latest brand ambassadors of Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Center were introduced during a media conference called “RENEW” this May 22 at Limbaga 77 Cafe Restaurant along Tomas Morato, Quezon City.

Ms. Krystal Tecson-Garalde, the CEO and Founder of Dear Self, led the contract signing event. When asked how she feels being on their third year in the business, she described it as overwhelming, and something to be happy and proud of.

The brand COO, Ms. Clarice Vivien Tecson-Cadavida, also graced the event. She mentioned the three main goals of the company:

1. to invest further on employees,
2. to redefine the beauty and wellness industry with love, harmonious relationship and peace of mind when inside the clinic, and
3. to nourish the culture that mainly focuses on self-love.

The new brand ambassadors

These new personalities are labelled as embodiment of Dear Self as an acronym: Dearly, Energetic, Aspiring, Radiant, Sophisticated, Empowered, Loveable, and Friendly.

Dear Self wholeheartedly welcomes the following:

• Nerijay ‘Boom Boom Neri’ Lopera and Mary Grace Abina energizing everyone with their talent as Showtime Dancers.
• Amina Magat, with her pleasantry, is PBA’s half-time court dancer and a former Showtime dancer.
• Coach Lucky Robles, the voice that relaxes and also sizzles, is a TNT Season 1 finalist, TNT duet, and singer. He is also the amazing vocal coach of TNT Boys, Idol Philippines, and a member of Dad’s Circle.
• Direk Allan Dale Alojipan is a regular entertainment live streamer on Tiktok, captivating audiences nightly. He started as a passionate home cook, creating an online business under #LutoNiDAD. Prior to that, he excelled as an events director and worked with top celebrities. With international exposure, he showcased his talents in musical theater, collaborating with renowned production outfits.
• Yzabel Reonal, ramping its way with grace and sophistication; a freelance model; a dentistry student; Ms. Posture Philippines 2022; Showtime Sexy Babe Weekly Finalist 2022; Runway Queen 2022, among others
• Walter Mark “Nonong” Ballinan, known as the “Kanto Komikero ng Novaliches,” has captivated audiences with his hilarious stand-up comedy routines. With his usual comedic antics, he effortlessly charms the crowd. Moreover, Nonong Ballinan is also a proud member of Koolpals, further solidifying his presence in the comedy scene.
• Jean Claude Catacutan, also known as Bogs Cy, is a Tiktok Beauty Content Creator with 175,000 followers and an advocate of self-care.

Ms. Tecson-Garalde added, “As I always say, we at Dear Self aspire for greatness in the field of beauty and wellness, that’s why when I see things unfold and as we reach our goals, kahit paunti-unti, napakasaya sa feeling. This is unbelievable.”

The RENEW event aimed to celebrate individuality and to promote love for others that begins from love from within.

Mr. Kenneth Tecson, the brand’s VP for marketing, remarked at the event that the brand “believes in taking action to love oneself. The inner voice that reminds us to accept flaws and imperfections while advocating self-improvement keeps us grounded and near to our goals.”

This also marked their first year operating independently and creating their own name in the beauty and wellness industry.

“This Renew event, as a core message this year, denotes more than just renewing contracts, as the brand starts operating independently- introducing Dear Self as everyone’s Dear Brand to the market,” Mr. Ric Abasola, the event host, brand ambassador, and Marketing and PR consultant pointed out as he opened the event.

Executives and administrative officers of the brand, media people, and the new set of brand ambassadors attended the small-intimate gathering at Limbaga 77.

On being part of the expanding family

After getting introduced to the media, the Dear Self brand ambassadors gave their short message to the brand:

“Sobrang thankful ako sa Dear Self, kasi sobrang big opportunity ‘to sa akin, sa amin, sa buhay ko. Hindi lang dahil sa body ko, para din sa confidence na na-boost while inaalagaan ako ng Dear Self,” Boom Boom Neri emotionally mentioned when asked about her experience with the center and as she celebrates her second year with the brand.

According to Showtime dancer maintstay Grace Abina, “Gusto kong magpasalamat kay Ma’am Krystal, sa Tecson family, na lagi pong and’yan, iniintindi po yung schedule naming dalawa ni Neri. Sa ikalawang taon po namin sa Dear Self, marami pong nabago sa buhay namin. Of course, mas dumami po yung oppurtunities. As in!”

Meanwhile, Coach Lucky Robles, who was a contender of the first season of Tawag ng Tanghalan, serenaded the audience during their early dinner treat.

Lastly, Mr. Christian Tecson stressed how the company values its people, their actions to create their own brand identity and other future goals which left everyone curious and excited at the same time.

Where is Dear Self located?

Building a place of comfort for communities across the NCR, Dear Self began their Manila branch in 2020 at the height of the pandemic, paving the way for Manileños to take a step towards nurturing self-esteem and self-confidence.

This was followed by nine more branches: Makati, Camarin, Taguig, Congressional, Las Piñas, Monumento, Novaliches, and Cainta.

More surprises to come

As the faces of Dear Self, they share the same values that the company wishes its clients to trust and believe in — to advocate their mission by providing ways to embrace the importance of self-love through self-care.

In the years to come, Dear Self Aesthetic and Wellness Center wishes to reach out to more places, ensure affordable quality self-care practices for all, and embrace diversity to create a future where everyone can experience the transformative power of a welcoming and nurturing environment where beauty and well-being are the priorities.

“We will be having our mini-anniversary concert and I would like to invite all of you there. As for the new clinics, marami kaming plano this year. Kung saan, secret muna,” Mr. Tecson added.