Self-care doesn’t have to mean expensive products or elaborate routines. Sometimes it’s as simple as what you do in the bathroom before heading out for the day.
At Watsons’ Celebrate Every Body, Every Glow event held on Sept. 5 at the Mall of Asia, guests were encouraged to think differently about their daily bath habits.
Instead of rushing through a shower, the idea was to turn it into a moment to recharge, reset, and feel good.
“Taking care of ourselves goes beyond skincare for the face,” said Rachel Tayo, assistant category manager at Watsons. “It’s about giving our whole body the care it needs.”
She explained how even the most basic steps, like washing, moisturizing, or using a scrub, can add value to a person’s well-being.
“From shower to after-shower, these small routines help you feel good and comfortable in your own skin,” she said. “That’s self-care.”
Marketing manager Cha Maglalang-Arañas introduced a practical way to build on that idea through scent layering.
“I like to always smell fresh and irresistible,” she said. “Scent plays a huge role in how we feel and even how others perceive us.”
She pointed out that perfumes alone don’t always last, especially in a hot and humid climate.
“Sometimes spraying cologne isn’t enough,” she said. “You have to incorporate scent into your bath routine, too.”
Scent layering involves three simple steps. Start with a scented shower gel or scrub as your base. Apply lotion while the skin is still damp to lock in both moisture and fragrance. Then finish with a mist or perfume on your pulse points.
“It’s not complicated,” Maglalang-Arañas said. “You just use products that match your scent preference and apply them in order. That way, the fragrance stays with you throughout the day.”
Maglalang-Arañas added that affordable Watsons lines such as Glamworks and Body Treats carry complete sets of matching scents, making it easier to stick to the routine without spending much.
Instead of pushing trends or quick fixes, the event showed that self-care can be practical and uncomplicated. A few mindful steps, done consistently, can help you feel more like yourself every day.
And sometimes, all it takes is a good shower and a scent that stays with you.
