Human Nature blooms in GenSan

“Human Nature blooms in GenSan”

Sun.Star Davao, Dec. 2, 2017

           

Human Nature, the country’s largest genuinely natural personal care, cosmetics and home care brand recently opened its doors in General Santos City. 

The General Santos branch is the fourth Human Nature branch in Mindanao. Other Human Nature branches in Mindanao are located in Davao, Cagayan de Oro and Iligan.

The new branch is a partnership among Human Nature Davao branch operators Rene and Sylvia Rieta; Joey and Joy Mempin; and Richard and Monique Villanueva.

Human Nature GenSan partners (from left) Architects Rene and Sylvia Rieta; Joy Mempin; Jineter Mesa; Jocelyn Mesa-Tablante; and Monique and Richard Villanueva

Their search for contacts who shared the same passion for the Philippines, the poor and the environment led them to Jineter Mesa, whose sister Jocelyn Mesa-Tablante, was one of the top-performing Human Nature advocates in GenSan. The initial connection paved the way for a branch in GenSan to become a reality.

Today, beauty lovers in GenSan can avail of the complete range of Human Nature products conveniently, enjoying a whole spectrum of nature’s green goodness at the spanking new store.

The well-loved, genuinely natural products available at the store include the brand’s classic Sunflower Beauty Oil, which boasts of 23 Miracles for the Face and Body and Bug Shield Oil and Lotion, which are DEET-free insect repellents.

On the other hand, Human Nature’s bestselling prestige beauty oils Overnight Elixir and Pure Rosehip Oil as well as a host of all-natural products for face, hair, and body will also be available at the store.

In addition, this December, all Human Nature Christmas Bundles come with a Human Nature Christmas Box and a P200 gift card that customers can use in their next purchase worth at least P1,000.

What’s more, the new location will likewise serve as a hub for the host of social enterprise brands carried by Human Nature which has currently 21 social enterprise brands under its wing.

Among these brands are Bayani Brew, a brilliant concoction of the nanays at Gawad Kalinga's Enchanted Farm which raises the income of agrarian reform beneficiaries; Dr. Gerry’s Coco Nectar, which helps farmers in Mauban, Quezon earn 10 times more than what they used to make from copra; and Precious Herbal Pillows, which directly helps a sewing community in San Nicolas, Bulacan by giving workers an income that is four times higher than the usual piece rate.  

Human Nature wants to strengthen the ability of their partner social enterprises to transition to larger retailers. The company hopes that through its efforts, social entrepreneurship model will become the gold standard in doing business rather than the exception.

Human Nature General Santos is located at Door 6-7, Phase 3, ECA Buildings, National Highway, Barangay City Heights, General Santos City. For more information, please call 0919 595 7072 or 0925 373 9104. To find a Human Nature branch near you, please log on to www.humanheartnature.com/branches.

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HYMNS: 4 NIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS MUSIC

Human Nature Davao says Thank You with Song

This year, Human Nature Davao brings live Christmas music to the Plaza del Carmen gardens along Loyola St., Bo. Obrero, D.C. with “Hymns: 4 Nights of Christmas Music”.  

HUMAN NATURE DAVAO PARTNERS Archt. Sylvia Rieta, Joy Mempin and Monique Villanueva at “Hymns: 4 Nights of Christmas Music”. The musical show is Human Nature Davao’s way of saying thank you to its friends and customers for their loyal support to the brand’s Pro-Poor, Pro-Philippines and Pro-Environment advocacy.

For four Saturdays which began last November 18, various performers entertained the shoppers of Human Nature Davao and Plaza del Carmen with endearing Christmas carols, ballads, and a touch of dance music on the side.

The musical series opened with Davao City’s renowned St. Joseph’s Choral Ensemble’s catchy Christmas carols. On November 25, guests were treated to an acoustic rendition of favorite Christmas tunes and hits from the 80s and 90s from the award-winning Muses Acoustic Band.

 

On December 2, watch the Gawad Kalinga SAKADAB Choir, a PWD community that has serenaded and brought tears to no less than President Rodrigo R. Duterte, as their group hits the high notes, inspiring the audience with their story of faith and determination.

And, finally, on December 9, a Filipino musical series is never complete without a sing-along.  Alfonso “Ponsing” Fernandez provides the flawless keyboard accompaniment on Hymns’ open-mike night with Human Nature’s family and friends. 

“Hymns: 4 Nights of Christmas Music” is Human Nature Davao’s way of saying thank you to its friends and customers for their loyal support to the brand’s Pro-Poor, Pro-Philippines and Pro-Environment advocacy.

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