Have you finalized your Christmas list yet? If you’re having trouble figuring out what to give your loved ones, you’re not alone—in fact, that’s why most of us end up leaving our holiday shopping up until the last minute! Sometimes the closer we are to a person, the more pressure we feel to come up with the perfect gifts. Our family members, for instance, can be the most difficult people to shop for.

To help you get into the true gift-giving mode, here’s a little tip from Pinoy holiday icon and Shopee Christmas ambassador Jose Mari Chan: Think of what your recipient would find useful or meaningful. "List down some important people whom you want to cheer up, then browse online to see what items you can give. Whatever you give doesn't have to be a big amount.”

For more inspiration, check out Shopee’s Christmas in our Carts gift guide. Discover a comprehensive compilation of gift ideas for everyone on your list, from your dad to bunso. For bigger discounts on your holiday shopping, take advantage of free shipping with no minimum spend, 50% bills cashback, and ₱150 off vouchers at the Oct 15 Payday Sale.

For your tech-savvy brother

For your beauty-obsessed sister

For your supermom

Your supermom deserves all the pampering she can get! Treat her to a spa day during the holidays. Begin the makeover with silky, standout tresses in a fresh new color courtesy of Kolours Dusky Blonde Set of 2. The LAIKOU SAKURA Skin Care Set, chock-full of sakura extract and hyaluronic acid, will help restore her glow. Make sure she protects her skin from harmful UV rays with SkinWhite Whitening Lotion, which comes with SPF 20. Lastly, relieve muscle tightness and pain in her shoulder, legs, and body with Rest Easy Neck and Pillow Massager.

For your DIY expert dad

Your ever-reliable dad who serves as the family’s all-around handyman will love useful gifts. Replace his old tools with this Deli Household Tool Set, which includes tweezers, scissors, pliers, wrench, flashlight, and more. Most likely, your dad tends to ruin shirts while working on his projects, so get him a comfy cotton Regatta Men Round Neck Tee. For additional stocking stuffers, throw in a Hygienix Alcohol with Moisturizer, which effectively kills germs, to help him keep his hands and his workspace clean. If he works outdoors, make sure he stays safe and protected with tried and tested masks such as Ilwoul KF94 Nano Respirator or Air Queen Nano Fiber Mask.

Whatever you choose to buy, just remember: your loved ones will appreciate whatever you give

them! Jose Mari Chan adds, “When you receive, it's just a moment's pleasure. When you give, it lasts longer. When you give out of kindness, love, charity, and generosity, the impact will last for many years.”

Looking for presents for other family members, or perhaps for friends and colleagues? Discover more gift ideas for all ages at Shopee’s Christmas in our Carts. Grab bundle deals containing the latest beauty trends, high-tech accessories, and essential products to keep your family and friends safe: https://shopee.ph/m/christmas-in-our-carts.

Enjoy more akinse deals and discounts while holiday shopping at the Oct 15 Payday Sale:

https://shopee.ph/m/payday-sale.

Download the Shopee app for free via the App Store or Google Play.

As Filipino teachers and students kick off yet another school year in virtual classrooms, online design platform Canva offers resources to make learning and interacting more engaging this back-to-school season with Canva Eskwela.

For many Filipino teachers, connecting with their students has become extra challenging with the absence of physical interaction, making learners more prone to fatigue and lack of focus. With Canva Eskwela, teachers can create fun and compelling presentations as well as activities to encourage more lively class discussions.

The Canva Eskwela page features free and visually engaging content especially tailored for educators and learners in the Philippines: from desktop organizers and lesson plan templates, to presentations and ice breakers to make virtual classes more interactive and fun.

“Through Canva Eskwela, we want to express our deep appreciation for our teachers and students who push themselves to teach and learn as we navigate the new normal. We know it is especially challenging for our teachers to reach out to students and inspire them to get excited about school while we continue to hold classes online,” expressed Canva Country Manager Yani Hornilla-Donato. “We want to support them through locally relevant digital education resources that they can easily access for free.”

Canva is known for being user-friendly and accessible even to those with no design background and it is even more convenient for educators to create content from scratch with Canva Eskwela so they can save time and focus on other tasks.

With Canva for Education, students and teachers can also access easy-to-learn resources such as videos and audio recordings that contain tips and guides on designing their materials. Teachers can also find a community where they can share stories and best practices and support one another on the Canva for Filipino Teachers Facebook group.

To sign up for Canva Eskwela for FREE, go to www.canva.com/education/canva-eskwela/.

Since keeping your home and family protected should be a regular habit during this pandemic and beyond, Lysol and Shopee partner once again this coming 10.10 to offer loyal consumers great deals on their favorite Lysol Disinfection Pack, Lysol Disinfected Spray Citrus Meadows and Crisp Linen, plus all-new products Surface Wipes Lemon and Multi-Action Cleaner Marine – up to 33% off!

First off, by simply following the Lysol Official Store on Shopee, you already get a complimentary Php 50 voucher that you can use when purchasing online. Then, when shopping around, don’t forget to check out the awesome 10.10 exclusive Brand Box bundles and other exciting deals that are up for grabs.

The Lysol Disinfection Pack that consists of Surface Wipes Lemon 40s and Lysol Disinfection Spray Max Cover Lavender at 300 units at 20% off, the Lysol Disinfectant Spray Citrus Meadows 510g triple pack at 15% off, as well as irresistible offers for Lysol Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen, Surface Wipes Lemon and Multi-Action Cleaner Marine.

All these serve as your perfect ally against viruses and illness-causing germs throughout your home.

And because Lysol knows that consumers in these times constantly seek real value for money, you can also enjoy an additional Php 100 off for a minimum spend of Php 1,299 when you use the special voucher code LYS101021. Not to be missed as well are the special Rush Hour Deals from 12AM to 2AM where you can get the best prices on your home cleaning essentials!

So, mark your calendars, set alarm clocks and get ready to checkout during this much-awaited 10.10 and visit https://shopee.ph/lysolofficial for great value deals on Lysol products.

DITO Telecommunity joins the Shop fest bandwagon with its upcoming deals and activities during this year’s 10.10 MEGA Sale on Lazada and Shopee. Catch the best bang for your buck promos on DITO’s featured products and livestreams from your favorite social media personalities on October 10.

Watch out for these treats from DITO on 10.10!

Get 10% off on your DITO SIM card with DITO 199 promo inclusive of 25GB high- speed data, unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 300 minutes of calls to other networks for 30 days for only Php 179; and DITO SIM card with DITO 99 promo inclusive of 10GB high-speed data with unlimited texts to all networks, unlimited DITO-to-DITO calls, and 300 minutes of calls to other networks for only Php 125 on Lazada this 10.10. You can also score a Php 30 discount voucher for a minimum purchase of Php 199 by using the “DITO1010” code.

On Shopee, you can get the DITO SIM card bundled with DITO 199 promo for 15% off or only Php 169 and with the DITO 99 for only Php 125. You can also avail of a Php 30 discount voucher with a minimum purchase of Php 199.

On top of these deals, you can also catch these exciting livestreams with featured social media personalities on both Shopee and Lazada from October 9 to 11! For Shopee, tune in to Ruth Jimenez (@ruthjimenezmakeup) at 12nn, Kylie Dy (@dykylie) at 3PM, and Jaymee Javier (@jmeejavaa) at 5PM on October 9; and Zedrick Arnuco (@zedarn) at 10AM, Gem Miranda (@gemynna) at 3PM, and Zygue Faith Lorenzo Basa (@clashoutfits) at 5PM on October 10. For Lazada, tune in on October 11 at 5:30PM and don’t miss out on fun livestreams from featured Lazada influencers!

Add to cart DITO on Lazada and Shopee

For those who might miss out on the 10.10 MEGA Sale, don’t worry! You can regularly enjoy these exclusive deals for online shoppers from DITO!

Get your DITO SIM card for only Php 40, with free 1GB of data valid for 7 days. Customers who purchase 5 SIM cards will also get shipping discounts from Lazada and Shopee.

DITO’s SIM card and P99 promo can also be purchased as a bundle for just P139 on Lazada and Shopee. Customers who purchase 2 or more SIM cards will also get additional discounts on shipping fee. You can also get your DITO SIM card for FREE when you avail of DITO’s 25GB promo.

Existing subscribers can also load their SIM with DITO’s 99 and 199 Data Promos on Lazada and load their DITO numbers via Shopee.

Visit DITO Telecommunity’s website www.dito.ph and @DITOphofficial social media pages for more details.

Consumer behavior continues to evolve as more people shop online and embrace digital payment methods. In Southeast Asia, there is a 70% year-on-year increase in shoppers who prefer e-wallets as a mode of payment; and in the Philippines, there is 133 percent growth in consumers who opt to use e-wallets - a contributing factor on why brands and retailers continue to ramp up efforts to offer safe, rewarding, and convenient digital payment options. ShopeePay, Shopee’s all-in-one mobile wallet, recorded a 57X uplift in the number of ShopeePay partner merchants last 9.9 Super Shopping Day compared to the 4.4 Mega Shopping Sale. Among the growing list of ShopeePay partner merchants, Gong cha, National Book Store, and Moonleaf share how ShopeePay helps drive their brand’s growth through enhanced promotional strategies.

For National Book Store, customers enjoy a safe and seamless experience with Shopeepay through its scan-to-pay features and exclusive promos. Xandra Ramos-Padilla, Managing Director at National Book Store, said, “ShopeePay has empowered our Laking National customers with a new way of shopping for books and supplies in our branches nationwide, and helped strengthen our omnichannel strategy as we adapt to challenges brought about by the pandemic.” Customers have responded positively to the availability of ShopeePay as a payment option at National Book Store outlets resulting in an uplift of transactions which more than tripled versus the previous quarter.

Gong cha also shares how partnering with ShopeePay allows them to showcase their products and reach a broader audience through regular participation in ShopeePay promos and campaigns. Gong cha Philippines, Inc., said, “ShopeePay enhanced Gong cha's publicity in digital marketing. Every month is most awaited because of the monthly sales and surprise deals; it's our way to give our customers more of the best milk tea experience from Taiwan to the world!” Through the acceptance of ShopeePay QR payments in their stores, Gong cha was able to grow their daily transactions via ShopeePay by 33X since launch.

Moonleaf also saw a 50x uplift in customers who use ShopeePay since the partnership was launched due to the exclusive discounts and promos they are able to offer. Mike Magallanes, Creative Director at Moonleaf, said, “ShopeePay has helped Moonleaf grow and establish its place in the digital market. We cannot wait for another exciting and fuss-free sale campaign, so we can also give our customers a double dose of good vibes in a cup.”

This October, even more ShopeePay merchants are participating in the 10.10 Brands Festival campaign; with the likes of BonChon, Papa John’s, Tapa King, and a slew of other brands from a wide variety of categories offering 10.10 exclusive ShopeePay ₱1 Deals.

Ruoshan Tao, Head of ShopeePay Online Philippines, said, “With ShopeePay, we aim to provide our partner merchants a safe, convenient, and secure alternative to offer to their customers. We are pushing to play a bigger role in making a cashless lifestyle much more accessible to everyone by partnering with more establishments from different industries, . We are committed to enhancing the e-wallet experience, and we will continue to push for initiatives and partnerships that make digital payments seamless for everyone.” 

Shopee 10.10 Brands Festival

This 10.10 Brands Festival, get more exclusive promos when you Buy Load, Pay Bills, and Scan to Pay with ShopeePay! Stay connected with your loved ones when you buy mobile load at up to 50% off. Make sure to pay your bills on time this 10.10 and get up to 50% cashback from Meralco, Maynilad, Globe, Smart, and over 60 partner billers. Stock up on food and essentials when you avail of ShopeePay ₱1 Deals and scan to pay at Puregold, Potato Corner, Moonleaf, The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, and more ShopeePay partner merchants! 

Make sure to activate and top up your ShopeePay wallet through online banking, debit card, and over-the-counter partners to enjoy a safe and rewarding cashless experience!

For more information about ShopeePay, and its perks and benefits, visit https://shopee.ph/m/shopee-pay. 

Practicing social distancing, Mervilla Toda Delivery Riders arrived in batches to get
measured and fit their new pair of rubber shoes from SM City Marilao. SM City Marilao
Mall Manager Engr. Emmanuel Gatmaitan and Assistant Mall Manager Engr. Janette
Aguilera assist in the gift giving and distribution of new shoes as part of SM Supermalls’
100 Days of Caring. The campaign aims to honor and give back to everyday heroes like
delivery riders, essentials workers, and frontliners this Christmas season.

SM City Baliwag mall officials led by Mall Manager Rodora Tolentino together with

Assistant Mall Manager Eugene Martin inaugurated the distribution of shoes to partner

tricycle drivers turned delivery riders in Baliwag. The donation is the mall’s little way of

thanking partner riders for their service in delivering the needs of the community amid

pandemic.

“Our shoe gift is our humble way of showing our appreciation to the riders who put their lives at risk by delivering food and other necessities to our customers” shares SM City Baliwag Assistant Mall Manager Eugene Martin.

100 Days of Caring is one of the many philanthropic efforts of SM Supermalls that aims to honor and give back to everyday heroes like delivery riders, essentials workers, and frontliners. The campaign also features a hundred days of spreading love, thoughtfulness, and care for one another and for the communities that surround SM Malls.

Apart from 100 pair of shoes, delivery riders likewise receive towels and other items for sanitation and hygiene

SM celebrates the birth month of its founder Henry Sy Sr. this October with Super Month, a month-long festivity filled with special treats, amazing deals, and super experiences.

Discover amazing deals on your favorite brands at The SM Store and super shopping and dining deals at the SM Supermalls from October 1-31, 2021.

It’s been 63 years since Mr. Sy opened his first shoe store in October 1958 in downtown Manila, and the retail group where it all started leads the celebrations with its Super 10.10 Sale ongoing until October 10 at all SM Store branches nationwide. Shop at SM until October 9 and get a P100 super cashback voucher with a minimum P1,000 single-receipt purchase. On October 10, SMAC cardholders will be entitled to an extra 10% off with a minimum P3,000 single-receipt purchase.

A highlight of the Super Month is the Founder’s Weekend from October 15 to 17, 2021. Enjoy supersized deals at The SM Store as it celebrates the birthday of Mr. Sy and SM’s shoe store beginnings with the very first Super Shoes Day on October 15.  Enjoy huge discounts on top shoe brands across all branches nationwide. The Founder’s Weekend also features a Super Sale, a BDO-MasterCard Rebate, and bank and e-wallet promos.

Mark your calendars for The SM Store’s Super Deal of the Day with daily deals from October 19 to 28 on essentials and extras and everything in between. Whether it’s for that much-deserved pampering and glow up, toys and baby’s necessities, your kitchen and home beautification projects, or you simply want to get a head start on Christmas shopping. Get ready to shop ‘til you drop in store, or add to your cart from home with The SM Store’s Shop SM and Call To Deliver.

The celebration continues at the SM Supermalls, with more shopping and dining Super Deals at your favorite SM mall or at home with SM Malls Online.

Enjoy super offers for the whole family at participating stores and with partners Grab, Visa, and Booky throughout the month. Plus, get a chance to snap up exclusive Super Weekend Deals, including BOGO deals, supersized treats, and SM Malls Online’s much-awaited Super Midnight Flash Sale.

There’s more super fun ahead with the Super Tiktok Challenge ongoing until October 15, 2021. Gather the family, friends, and fur babies and flex your TikTok skills to the tune of SM’s iconic jingle, “We’ve Got It All for You”, and get a chance to win P100,000 shopping money.

SM also celebrates our tireless Super Riders on this Super Month. It’s time to give back to these everyday heroes who tirelessly deliver everything from essential items such as groceries and medicines to food from our favorite restaurants.

Simply upload a selfie with your super delivery rider and get a chance to win a Suzuki Skydrive Sport Motorcycle for your rider and P10,000 SM shopping money for yourself. SM Super Riders is ongoing until October 17, 2021.

Celebrate Super Month this October and enjoy super deals, super eats, and super treats at SM.