It’s hard to watch Meet, Greet & Bye without a tissue in hand, and the timing couldn’t be more perfect with Belle Mariano promoting self-care while audiences reach for the very Sanicare products she endorses.
Belle is mindful of how her choices influence her fans. She shared that she only backs products she truly uses and believes in. “I make sure that I represent a product that I really use… a product that I would be proud of, and I’m proud of Sanicare because, more than just being a brand, they have an advocacy that they share, that I truly believe in, which is self-care.”
Belle’s self-care goes beyond hygiene. She makes sure she gets enough sleep and does not go to bed with lingering worries. She also takes deliberate breaks from social media, explaining, “There are times that I take time off from social media. I think that’s a form of self-care too. Just to really allot the time to stay grounded, to just remind yourself of who you are, that’s a form of self-care. Because I feel like in the world of social media, we lose ourselves.”
Taking a cue from the viral “What's in Your Bag?” phenomenon, Sanicare elevated everyday cleanliness into a chic, personal experience at their debut “Hygiene Hangout.” Guests were invited to immerse themselves in themed lifestyle zones, designed to help them discover their unique hygiene personality. The day was filled with delightful details, from bespoke DIY charm-making stations to signature mocktails. Attendees captured their “Hygiene BFF” moments alongside the radiant Belle, celebrating her powerful philosophy that hygiene is an extension of self-expression.
When the conversation shifted to “What's next?” Belle's excitement was palpable. Pressed on upcoming projects with her perennial on-screen partner, Donny Pangilinan, she offered a delightful laugh and a perfectly timed hesitation. “Meron... po.” She added, “Meron for sure, and I just don’t want to get into details.”
Belle shows that self-care is about making intentional choices. And as fans eagerly await that “for sure” next chapter with Donny Pangilinan, it’s clear that whatever comes next will carry the same thoughtfulness and personal touch she brings to everything she does. Just don’t forget a few Sanicare hankies — you’ll probably need them for the inevitable DonBelle moments.
Behind the scenes: Belle Mariano gets candid with the press at the Sanicare event:
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