Mariel Abanes

Mar 7, 2024 | cosmo.ph | Mariel Abanes

We’re all guilty of hoarding K-beauty products to add to our routine to help us achieve that glass skin glow. Or, we’ve learned to enjoy layering serums and creams as a form of self-care before we tuck in at night. K-beauty has forever changed how we perceive skincare. While we’re all in the know of popular favorites that fill our carts on the regular (we see you, Beauty Of Joseon sunscreen lovers!), Korean girls have other options in their skincare rotation.

Dec 13, 2023 | philstarlife.com | Mariel Abanes

It's my first time to be living on the other side of the world. Well, it’s not exactly on the other side of the world. From where I am, it’s an hour ahead of Philippine standard time. With a four-hour flight distance from home, I’m not that far from home—yet far enough to make me daydream about the familiar embrace of my bed, the comforting sound of my mom calling me for dinner, and the shared family meal with my dad and our dogs.

Dec 8, 2023 | villagepipol.com | Mariel Abanes

Selecting the appropriate vehicle insurance is essential, as it serves more than just a legal requirement. It’s about ensuring financial security and peace of mind. The right policy safeguards against the financial impact of accidents, theft, and other unexpected incidents. The global motor insurance market, which is projected to grow from $738.65 billion in 2022 to $806.40 billion in 2023, highlights the increasing importance of such coverage.

Dec 1, 2023 | philstarlife.com | Mariel Abanes

South Korea has become a go-to destination for many Filipinos, especially with the Hallyu wave taking over our playlists and TV screens. For most of us, setting foot even just in Seoul is a dream—but beyond the big city are other destinations that will captivate you with colorful scenery, rich history and culture, and great food. Case in point: Yeongwol. Located in Gangwon province, Yeongwol is a three-hour bus ride away from Seoul where you can observe the stars and more.

Aug 17, 2023 | blncmag.online | Mariel Abanes

Words by Mariel Abanes It’s fitting, like great timing dictated by fate, that Carlo Aquino and Charlie Dizon finally came together to star in a film. Both recognized in the world of show business thanks to their superior acting skills, it’s safe to expect all good things from “Third World Romance”—the Dwein Baltazar-helmed project that depicts romance between a couple in the underprivileged sector.